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September 2010
Through September 6
Bayou Bowl: $5 All-You-Can-Bowl
Enjoy this great offer in celebration of National Bowling Week!
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
Through 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
Through 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
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
September 2
Faculty Artist Concert Series
Recital features ULM faculty member Daniel Sumner, accomplished Jazz guitarist.
Time 7:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
ULM - Emy Lou Biedenharn Recital Hall
Monroe
Info: (318) 342-1414 or www.ulm.edu/vapa
September 3
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
September 3-6
Cottonland Cluster Dog Shows
Event includes four all breed dog shows and fourteen specialty dog shows! Breeds include Boxers, Basset Hounds, Chinese Shar-Peis, Schnauzers, and many more. Many of the dogs that participate continue to compete in New York’s televised broadcast of the Westminster Dog Show.
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. daily
Cost: Adults $5; Children $2
Monroe Civic Center
Monroe
Info: (318) 329-2225
September 4
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
September 4
Bird Hike at Poverty Point State Historic Site
Get your binoculars and come out to learn the basics of bird watching. After a brief introduction, visitors will take a walk and look for northern parulas and red-headed woodpeckers, among others. Wear comfortable shoes and water and be prepared for a 2-mile walk.
Time: 10:00 a.m. – Noon
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
September 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 – 4:00 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
September 9
Guest Artist on Campus Series
With Celtic Fest just around the corner, ULM is pleased to present Celtic artist Máirtín de Cógáin as a part of Captain Mackey’s Goatskin and String Band.
Time 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $15; ULM students and faculty free with I.D.
ULM - Emy Lou Biedenharn Recital Hall
Monroe
Info: (318) 342-1414 or www.ulm.edu/vapa
September 11
Landry Vineyards Winery Outdoor Concert Series
Bring a lawn chair, blanket, and picnic dinner and enjoy some Blues music.
Time: 3:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Cost: $5
Landry Vineyards, 5699 New Natchitoches Road
West Monroe
Info: (318) 557-9050 or www.landryvineyards.com
September 11
Children's Drop-In: Woven Placemats
To coincide with the current exhibition Cultures of Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam As Captured by Jean Despujols the September drop-in activity is Woven Placemats! Children will have an opportunity to make their very own textiles. No reservations required!
Time: 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Cost: Free and open to children of all ages
Masur Museum of Art
Info: (318) 329-2237 or info@masurmuseum.org
September 11 & 12
KNOE Hunting & Outdoor Show
Come check out the RV’s, ATV’s, and truck displays. Browse though the many vendors offering everything from meat processors and grills to guns, bows and camping gear.
Time: Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.; Sunday 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Cost: $5
Monroe Civic Center
Monroe
Info: (318) 388-8888
September 16
LA Delta Waterfowl Banquet
Monroe Civic Center
Time: 5 pm
Info: (318) 355-0098
September 18
Annual Fall Fun Fly
Join the Northeast Aero Radio Club and pilots from all over the south for this exciting show! Performances by all types of radio controlled airplanes and helicopters. At the top of every hour see the “Big Birds,” models with a wingspan of about seven feet or larger!
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Cost: Free to attend
Tiger Field, Trade Street
West Monroe
Info: (318) 323-1166 or www.weflyrc.net
September 17-19
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
September 20-October 21
“Etc., Etc” Exhibit at Bry Art Gallery
Enjoy this new exhibition featuring prints and sculptures by Sheri Fleck Rieth and Tom Lee.
Time: Monday-Thursday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Friday 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Cost: Free
ULM – Bry Art Gallery
Monroe
Info: (318) 342-1414 or www.ulm.edu/vapa
September 21
Faculty Artist Concert Series
Recital features ULM faculty members Dr. Claire Vangelisti singing soprano and Dr. Sandra Lunte on the flue with special guest Delaine Fedson on the harp.
Time 7:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
ULM - Emy Lou Biedenharn Recital Hall
Monroe
Info: (318) 342-1414 or www.ulm.edu/vapa
September 23
Bottles & Brushes at Masur Museum
Looking for a creative way to spend an evening? Join the Masur Museum to create your own work of art under the instruction of artist Anya Lincoln-Dunn. Bring your favorite bottle of wine or other beverage and enjoy some time with friends!
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Cost: $35 museum members; $40 non-members
Masur Museum of Art
Monroe
Info: (318) 329-2237 or www.masurmuseum.org
September 23-October 3
2010 Ark-La-Miss Fair
Come to the fair for rides, games, prizes, carnival food and fun for all ages!
Cost: $4 for adults; $3 for children
Monroe Civic Center
Monroe
Info: 318-396-8700 or www.arklamissfair.info
September 25
ULM Warhawks Home Football Game
Come out and support the team as they take on Southeastern Louisiana.
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Cost: Ticket prices vary; ULM Students free with I.D.
ULM Malone Stadium
Monroe
Info: (318) 342-1000 or www.ulmwarhawks.com
September 25
Downtown Cinema
Come enjoy this outdoor movie experience in Downtown Monroe! This month’s featured film is You’ve Got Mail. Water and popcorn are free; other refreshments available for purchase. Remember to bring your own seating.
Time: Live Music 7:00 p.m.; Movie 7:45 p.m.
Cost: Free
128 South Grand
Downtown Monroe
Info: www.thedowntowncinema.com
September 25
17th Annual NELA Race for the Cure
Come join the race to end breast cancer. Event features a 5K run/walk, children activities, live entertainment and more.
Time: 8:00 a.m.
Cost: Varies by age and activities
Forsythe Park
Monroe
Info: (318) 361-4265
September 25
Sock Hop 2010
Come out for this annual benefit for St. Matthew Catholic Church. Raffle tickets for trips, live music from Earshot Graffiti, silent auction, and great food, drinks and prices for all!
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Cost: $25
St. Matthew Community Center, 121 Jackson Street
Downtown Monroe
Info: (318) 323-8878
September 28
Faculty Artist Concert Series
Features ULM faculty members Dr. Scott Humes accompanied by Dr. Richard Seiler in a recital of music centered on the topic of dance.
Time 7:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
ULM - Emy Lou Biedenharn Recital Hall
Monroe
Info: (318) 342-1414 or www.ulm.edu/vapa |