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July 2010
Through July 17
47th Annual Juried Art Competition
The Juried Competition is one of the Masur’s most anticipated events. Works selected by the juror are included in an exhibition at the museum, and prizes are awarded in a variety of categories. Stop by the museum to see the high quality work featured from artists across the country.
Time: Tuesday-Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; Saturday Noon – 5:00 p.m.
Cost: Free
Masur Museum of Art
Monroe
Info: (318) 329-2237 or www.masurmuseum.org
Through-October 31
Tram Tours at Poverty Point
Come visit the park, tour the museum, then hop aboard the tram and take a guided tour with one of the Interpretive Rangers. Tour includes a stop at Mound A where visitors can disembark for a climb!
Time: 9:30 a.m.; 11:00 a.m.; 12:30 p.m.; 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily
Cost: $2 Site Entry Fee; Children (12 and under) and Seniors (62 and older) Free
Poverty Point State Historic Site
Epps
Info: (318) 926-5492 or (888) 926-5492
July 1-3 and July 6-9
Celebration at the River
The Ouachita River Art Gallery celebrates 20 years! Daily drawings for door prizes and artist demonstrations in the gallery at 1:00 pm.
Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Cost: Free
Ouachita River Art Gallery, 308 Trenton Street
West Monroe
Info: (318) 322-2380 or www.ouachitariverartgallery.com
July 2
First Friday Texas Hold’em Tournament
The no limit Texas Hold’em Tournament is a fundraiser for Krewe of Janus charities. Payout is 50% of all entry fees and 30% of all rebuys. Must be 21 to play.
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.
Cost: $80 plus $10 Registration fee; rebuys $40
Krewe of Janus float den, 901 Louisville Avenue
Monroe
Info: (318) 338-3172
July 2
Lunch at the Children’s Museum
Bring a sack lunch and join the Children’s Museum every Friday for “Tales and Tunes” with the infamous storyteller Mrs. Moran!
Time: Noon
Cost: Free with $5 Museum Admission Fee
The Children’s Museum
Monroe
Info: (318) 361-9611 or www.nelcm.org
July 2-11
Bayou Bowl: $5 All-You-Can-Bowl
Enjoy this great offer in celebration of Independence Day!
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 a.m.
Cost: $5
Bayou Bowl Family Fun Center
Monroe
Info: 318-325-2062 or www.bayoubowl.com
July 3
Independence Day Festival and Fireworks Extravaganza
Come out and enjoy live music, food and fun activities for the entire family. And don’t forget the fireworks celebration!
Time: 2:00 p.m.; Fireworks 9:00 p.m.
Cost: Free
Forsythe Park/ Forsythe Point
Monroe
Info: www.monroejuniorchamber.org
July 3
EyesAround with Play.Dance.Repeat Live at Coda
Come check out Alabama natives, EyesAround in this live show with Play.Dance.Repeat. It’s sure to be a fun night with great music!
Time: 10:00 p.m.
Cost: $5
Coda Bar & Grill
Monroe
Info: (318) 325-0818
July 3 & 4
WMMX Independence Day Celebration
Come check out all the events at West Monroe Motocross. Racing, BBQ, live music, children’s activities, and a fireworks show!
Time: 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $10
West Monroe Motocross
West Monroe
Info: (318) 396-DIRT
July 4
Tool Demonstration at Poverty Point State Historic Site
Come and learn about the various tools that could have been used by the inhabitants of Poverty Point in their daily life. Poverty Point staff will be conducting tool demonstrations hourly.
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Cost: $2; Children (12 and under) and Seniors (62 and older) Free
Poverty Point State Historic Site
Epps
Info: (318) 926-5492 or (888) 926-5492
July 7
Mom’s STAY Out at Children’s Museum
Every Wednesday in June and July the museum is making the moms stay away! Drop the kids off at the museum for a full day of excitement and adventure. Bring a lunch and a smile and let they’ll take care of the rest with different activities each week. For ages 4-6.
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Cost: $35
The Children’s Museum
Monroe
Info: (318) 361-9611 or www.nelcm.org
July 7
Wacky Wednesday at Bayou Bowl
Bayou Bowl offers $2 bowling and $2 burgers every Wednesday. Come have some classic family fun while enjoying live entertainment!
Time: 6:00 p.m. – Midnight
Cost: $2
Bayou Bowl Family Fun Center
Monroe
Info: 318-325-2062 or www.bayoubowl.com
July 7 & 8
Kids in the Kitchen – Cook and Serve Class
Bring the kids out to learn about good nutrition, kitchen safety, table setting and how to prepare a well-balanced meal. For ages 10-12.
Time: 9:00 – 12:00 p.m.
Cost: $15
Glenwood Regional Medical Center
West Monroe
Info: (318) 329-8590 or www.grmc.com
July 8
Chop Chop Thursdays at Bayou Bowl
Bayou Bowl has chopped the prices! Come out and have some classic family fun with half price bowling and half price pork chop sandwiches.
Time: 5:00 p.m. – Midnight
Cost: $2.25
Bayou Bowl Family Fun Center
Monroe
Info: 318-325-2062 or www.bayoubowl.com
July 9
Lunch at the Children’s Museum
Bring a sack lunch and join the Children’s Museum every Friday for “Tales and Tunes” with the infamous storyteller Mrs. Moran!
Time: Noon
Cost: Free with $5 Museum Admission Fee
The Children’s Museum
Monroe
Info: (318) 361-9611 or www.nelcm.org
July 10
Celebration at the River
The Ouachita River Art Gallery celebrates 20 years! Join them for an evening of art and music, meet the artists and take advantage of special prices and sales.
Time: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Cost: Free
Ouachita River Art Gallery, 308 Trenton Street
West Monroe
Info: (318) 322-2380 or www.ouachitariverartgallery.com
July 10
Children's Drop-In: Summer Sun Hat
Keep your cool this summer with a summer hat. Children will use fabric paints, colorful bands and other decorations on a canvas to put on their woven straw sun hat. Want to show off your personality? Bring your own pins, buttons, feather and figurines to add as well!
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Cost: $5
Biedenharn Museum & Gardens – Education Building
Monroe
Info: (318) 387-5281 or www.bmuseum.org
July 10
Celebration at the River
Come help the Ouachita River Art Gallery celebrate their 20-year anniversary with this evening of art and music.
Time: 1:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Cost: Free at attend
Ouachita River Art Gallery, 308 Trenton Street
West Monroe
Info: (318) 322-2380 or www.orag.org
July 12-16
CA Studio Workshop: On the Wing
From the elves to fairies, experience fantasy writing and acting with guest artist James Whorton. For ages 5-12.
Time: 2:00 – 5:30 p.m.
Cost: $85
The Children’s Museum
Monroe
Info: (318) 355-8891 or www.castudio.us
July 14
Mom’s STAY Out at Children’s Museum
Every Wednesday in June and July the museum is making the moms stay away! Drop the kids off at the museum for a full day of excitement and adventure. Bring a lunch and a smile and let they’ll take care of the rest with different activities each week. For ages 4-6.
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Cost: $35
The Children’s Museum
Monroe
Info: (318) 361-9611 or www.nelcm.org
July 14
Wacky Wednesday at Bayou Bowl
Bayou Bowl offers $2 bowling and $2 burgers every Wednesday. Come have some classic family fun while enjoying live entertainment!
Time: 6:00 p.m. – Midnight
Cost: $2
Bayou Bowl Family Fun Center
Monroe
Info: 318-325-2062 or www.bayoubowl.com
July 14
Christmas in July at Tummy Yummy Creations
To tide them over until the holiday season, bring the kids out to this summer workshop to make miniature gingerbread houses.
Time: 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Cost: $25
Tummy Yummy Creations
West Monroe
Info: (318) 398-1954
July 15
Chop Chop Thursdays at Bayou Bowl
Bayou Bowl has chopped the prices! Come out and have some classic family fun with half price bowling and half price pork chop sandwiches.
Time: 5:00 p.m. – Midnight
Cost: $2.25
Bayou Bowl Family Fun Center
Monroe
Info: 318-325-2062 or www.bayoubowl.com
July 15 & 16
Youth Crime Scene Investigation Workshop
The Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office is sponsoring this workshop designed for young people who have an interest in a professional career in law enforcement. The workshop will provide an understanding of the reasoning behind our procedures and hands-on experience with the processes involved. For ages 13-17.
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Cost: $15
OPSO Rifle Range & Training Center
West Monroe
Info: (318) 327-1317
July 16
Lunch at the Children’s Museum
Bring a sack lunch and join the Children’s Museum every Friday for “Tales and Tunes” with the infamous storyteller Mrs. Moran!
Time: Noon
Cost: Free with $5 Museum Admission Fee
The Children’s Museum
Monroe
Info: (318) 361-9611 or www.nelcm.org
July 16-18
Crop 4 the Cure
Scrapbookers meet to work on their individual scrapbook projects. Proceeds go to local health care charities. Local vendors are present for shopping. Pay only to attend event – no dues. Reservations required.
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Cost: Weekend $25; Daily $15; Shoppers not participating in scrapbooking can enter for free
West Monroe Convention Center
West Monroe
Info: (318) 801-0256
July 17
Family Day at PaPa Simpson’s Farm
Want to spend the day outdoors? Pack a picnic lunch and come out to the farm. The whole family will have fun caring for the baby animals in the petting zoo and taking a hay ride. And don’t forget about the hay maze and horse rides. There’s so much to see and do!
Time: 9:30 a.m.
Cost: $8 per person
PaPa Simpson’s Farm, 961 Rich Road
Arcadia
Info: (318) 263-2383 or (318) 278-0883
July 17
Tracks & Fur Program at Poverty Point State Historic Site
Families are welcome to join in on this fun program to learn about animals and their fur and tracks.
Time: 10:00 a.m. & 1:00 p.m.
Cost: $4; Children (12 and under) and Seniors (62 and older) Free
Poverty Point State Historic Site
Epps
Info: (318) 926-5492 or (888) 926-5492
July 17
Pictures with Sound Program at Poverty Point State Historic Site
Families can come participate in this unique program and learn to identify animals by the sounds they make.
Time: 12:00 & 2:00 p.m.
Cost: $4; Children (12 and under) and Seniors (62 and older) Free
Poverty Point State Historic Site
Epps
Info: (318) 926-5492 or (888) 926-5492
July 19-23
OPSO Youth Cadet Academy
This one week summer program is designed to provide a working knowledge and background of law enforcement in Ouachita Parish. It provides an avenue for community involvement and first-hand experience in keeping peace. For ages 10-12.
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Cost: $35
OPSO Rifle Range & Training Center
West Monroe
Info: (318) 327-1317
July 19-23
Zoo Summer Camp: My Louisiana Home
Campers will meet animals that can be found close to home. For kindergarten through 3rd grades. Extended care and full day camp available at extra cost.
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Cost: Zoo Society Members $40; Non-Members $55
Louisiana Purchase Gardens and Zoo
Monroe
Info: (318) 329-2400 or www.monroezoo.org
July 19-23
Zoo Summer Camp: Traveling with Lewis and Clark
Campers will learn about some of the animals Lewis and Clark saw while exploring the Louisiana Purchase. For 4th – 7th grades. Extended care and full day camp available at extra cost.
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Cost: Zoo Society Members $40; Non-Members $55
Louisiana Purchase Gardens and Zoo
Monroe
Info: (318) 329-2400 or www.monroezoo.org
July 19-23
NCLAC Summer Arts Camp
In this week long, interactive arts workshop, children experience 2-D and 3-D art and drama with professional artists and art educators.
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Cost: $55 – $75
First United Methodist Church, 2122 Myrtle Street
Arcadia
Info: (318) 255-1450 or www.nclarts.org
July 19-23
CA Studio Workshop: Claws & Paws
Vampires, werewolves and dragons! Oh my! Learn all about costuming and make-up with a surprise guest artist. For ages 5-12.
Time: 2:00 – 5:30 p.m.
Cost: $85
The Children’s Museum
Monroe
Info: (318) 355-8891 or www.castudio.us
July 21
Mom’s STAY Out at Children’s Museum
Every Wednesday in June and July the museum is making the moms stay away! Drop the kids off at the museum for a full day of excitement and adventure. Bring a lunch and a smile and let they’ll take care of the rest with different activities each week. For ages 4-6.
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Cost: $35
The Children’s Museum
Monroe
Info: (318) 361-9611 or www.nelcm.org
July 21
Wacky Wednesday at Bayou Bowl
Bayou Bowl offers $2 bowling and $2 burgers every Wednesday. Come have some classic family fun while enjoying live entertainment!
Time: 6:00 p.m. – Midnight
Cost: $2
Bayou Bowl Family Fun Center
Monroe
Info: 318-325-2062 or www.bayoubowl.com
July 22
Nickelodeon Presents Storytime Live!
Bring the little ones out to experience this musical adventure featuring four of the top-rated preschool shows: Dora the Explorer, The Backyardigans, Ni Hao, Kai-lan and Wonder Pets!
Time: 4:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m.
Cost: Ticket prices vary
Monroe Civic Center - Jack Howard Theatre
Monroe
Info: (318) 329-2338
July 22
Chop Chop Thursdays at Bayou Bowl
Bayou Bowl has chopped the prices! Come out and have some classic family fun with half price bowling and half price pork chop sandwiches.
Time: 5:00 p.m. – Midnight
Cost: $2.25
Bayou Bowl Family Fun Center
Monroe
Info: 318-325-2062 or www.bayoubowl.com
July 22-August 1
Strauss Theatre – Peter Pan: The High Flying Musical
You know the story, now come enjoy the Broadway-style show!
Time: Thursday-Friday 7:30 p.m.; Sunday 2:00 p.m.
Cost: $25
Strauss Theatre – Main Stage
Monroe
Info: (318) 323-6681 or www.strausstheatre.com
July 23
Biedenharn Special Evening Hours
Special evening hours are perfect for couples, families, and friends! They are also ideal for night photography, marriage proposals and garden enthusiasts. Each month features different flowering plants, which take on a completely different look under the evening sky as do Biedenharn’s sculpture and water features. Subject to change without notice pending weather conditions.
Time: 9:00 – 11:00 p.m.
Cost: Free
Biedenharn Museum & Gardens
Monroe
Info: (318) 387-5281 or www.bmuseum.org
July 23
Lunch at the Children’s Museum
Bring a sack lunch and join the Children’s Museum every Friday for “Tales and Tunes” with the infamous storyteller Mrs. Moran!
Time: Noon
Cost: Free with $5 Museum Admission Fee
The Children’s Museum
Monroe
Info: (318) 361-9611 or www.nelcm.org
July 24
Races at West Monroe Motocross
Bring the family out to experience all the excitement!
Time: 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $10
West Monroe Motocross
West Monroe
Info: (318) 396-DIRT
July 24
Harvest Festival at Landry Vineyards
Landry’s is harvesting Blanc Du Bois at the vineyard! Come out and experience this age old tradition any time during the day. Visitors can observe the harvest, drink a little wine and enjoy live entertainment. Ladies can even dance in the grapes!
Time: 7:00 a.m. until dark; Music starts 6:00 p.m.
Cost: $3
Landry Vineyards, 5699 New Natchitoches Road
West Monroe
Info: (318) 557-9050 or www.landryvineyards.com
July 24
Sand Sifting Activity at Poverty Point State Historic Site
Bring the kids out for this hands-on activity. Children can try out the sandbox area to sift for buried beads then make a necklace with the found treasures. For ages 2 to 8.
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Cost: $2; Children (12 and under) and Seniors (62 and older) Free
Poverty Point State Historic Site
Epps
Info: (318) 926-5492 or (888) 926-5492
July 25-29
Young Troupe Super Summer Workshop: Directing
To direct a show, one has to be strong and able to tackle many problems at once. In this workshop students will learn the different styles of directing, how to develop a theme and vision, and what it takes to successfully organize rehearsals. For ages 12-18.
Time: 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Cost: Members $45; Non-Members $75
Strauss Theatre – Young Troupe Stage
Monroe
Info: (318) 323-0474 or www.youngtroupe.com
July 26-30
Zoo Summer Camp: Earth’s Little Buddies
Can plants grow without soil? Do people need plants to survive? Campers will find out these answers and many more while they are exploring the world of plants. For kindergarten through 3rd grades. Extended care and full day camp available at extra cost.
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Cost: Zoo Society Members $40; Non-Members $55
Louisiana Purchase Gardens and Zoo
Monroe
Info: (318) 329-2400 or www.monroezoo.org
July 26-30
NCLAC Summer Arts Camp
In this week long, interactive arts workshop, children experience 2-D and 3-D art and drama with professional artists and art educators.
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Cost: $55 – $75
First United Methodist Church, 402 Fourth Street
Jonesborro
Info: (318) 255-1450 or www.nclarts.org
July 26-30
CA Studio Film Workshop
Students will study writing, scripting, acting, shooting and editing for film under the direction of talented artists and filmmakers Greg and Amy Green Vines. For ages 10-18.
Time: 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Cost: $170 for two weeks
The Children’s Museum
Monroe
Info: (318) 355-8891 or www.castudio.us
July 28
Mom’s STAY Out at Children’s Museum
Every Wednesday in June and July the museum is making the moms stay away! Drop the kids off at the museum for a full day of excitement and adventure. Bring a lunch and a smile and let they’ll take care of the rest with different activities each week. For ages 4-6.
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Cost: $35
The Children’s Museum
Monroe
Info: (318) 361-9611 or www.nelcm.org
July 28
Wacky Wednesday at Bayou Bowl
Bayou Bowl offers $2 bowling and $2 burgers every Wednesday. Come have some classic family fun while enjoying live entertainment!
Time: 6:00 p.m. – Midnight
Cost: $2
Bayou Bowl Family Fun Center
Monroe
Info: 318-325-2062 or www.bayoubowl.com
July 29
Chop Chop Thursdays at Bayou Bowl
Bayou Bowl has chopped the prices! Come out and have some classic family fun with half price bowling and half price pork chop sandwiches.
Time: 5:00 p.m. – Midnight
Cost: $2.25
Bayou Bowl Family Fun Center
Monroe
Info: 318-325-2062 or www.bayoubowl.com
July 29-31
47th Annual Louisiana Watermelon Festival
Come grab a slice of summer! The Watermelon Festival celebrates summer with a street dance, live music, classic backyard food as well as other favorites and activities for adults and children alike.
Time: Street Dance Friday 7:00 p.m.; Festival 9:00 a.m. Saturday
Cost: Free
Courthouse Square
Farmerville
Info: (318) 368-0044 or www.lawatermelonfestival.com
July 30
Lunch at the Children’s Museum
Bring a sack lunch and join the Children’s Museum every Friday for “Tales and Tunes” with the infamous storyteller Mrs. Moran!
Time: Noon
Cost: Free with $5 Museum Admission Fee
The Children’s Museum
Monroe
Info: (318) 361-9611 or www.nelcm.org
July 31
ASA Pro Pressure Shoot Down
Come check out the Archery Shooters Association’s national 3-D archery championship.
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Ike Hamilton Expo Center
West Monroe
Info: (318) 325-9160
July 31
Downtown Cinema
Come enjoy this outdoor movie experience in Downtown Monroe! This month's feature film is "Toy Story." Remember to bring your own seating.
Time: Music Entertainment 7:00 p.m.; Movie 7:45 p.m.
Cost: Free
128 South Grand
Downtown Monroe
Info: www.thedowntowncinema.com
July 31-September 11
LSU: Building an American Renaissance
Exhibition uses photographs, sketches, and tests to illustrate the history of the architecture of LSU's campus.
Time: Tuesday-Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; Saturday Noon – 5:00 p.m.
Cost: Free
Masur Museum of Art
Monroe
Info: (318) 329-2237 or www.masurmuseum.org
July 31-October 23
Jean Despujols Exhibition
Exhibition will include works from the Jean Despujols Collection of Paintings and Drawings of Indochina from the Meadows Museum of Art in Shreveport, LA. Also features paintings, period costumes and textiles of Indochina.
Time: Tuesday-Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; Saturday Noon – 5:00 p.m.
Cost: Free
Masur Museum of Art
Monroe
Info: (318) 329-2237 or www.masurmuseum.org
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