SEPTEMBER, 2009 – MAY, 2010
August 28 – November 7
Artists of the Great Depression
OUACHITA – Masur Museum of Art
Tuesday – Friday 9:00 am-5:00 pm, Saturday 12:00 pm-5:00 pm
1400 South Grand Street, Monroe, 71202
The exhibition Artists of the Great Depression features the work of Depression era artists, including several who were employed by the Works Progress Administration’s Federal Art Project, and photographers working under the Farm Securities Administration. The paintings, prints, and photographs in this exhibition include the work of Thomas Hart Benton, Dorothea Lange, John McCrady, Clarence Millet, Eudora Welty, Fonville Winans, and Marion Post Wolcott, among others. A special gallery will also focus on the establishment of University of Louisiana, Monroe (ULM) in 1931 and the great flood of 1932 in Ouachita Parish. FREE (318) 329-2237
September 1 – October 31
Temperance and Prohibition: An Experiment that Failed
CADDO – Spring Street Museum
Tuesday – Saturday 10 AM – 3:30 PM
525 Spring Street, Shreveport, 71101
Featuring in the Upstairs Parlor: Temperance and Those Scandalous Roaring 20’s Costumes FREE (318) 424-0964
September 1 – October 6
Where is North Louisiana
MOREHOUSE – Morehouse Visitor’s Center
6:00 PM
124 N. Washington, Bastrop, 71220
A discussion with Scholars Georgiann Potts and Jeff Anderson FREE (318) 281-3696
September 17-20, 24-27
Thoroughly Modern Millie
OUACHITA – Strauss Theater
7:30 PM, Sunday 2:00 PM
1300 Lamy Lane, Monroe, 71201
The MainStage opens its 78th Season with Thoroughly Modern Millie, well…modern for the 1920’sa delightful musical which follows Millie and a cast of unforgettable characters on a hilarious romp through New York during the roaring 20’s. Bobbed hair, flappers, bungling Chinese girl-nappers, rich bosses and working Joes; all blend to spoil Millie’s planwhich is simple…to marry for $$$$. Featuring dancers from the Louisiana Delta Balletthe story’s twists and turns will keep your toes tapping and leave you wanting the fun to never stop! (318) 323-6681
September 19
Pioneer Heritage Days
CADDO – Dunn House
10:00 AM-6:00 PM
9371 Greenwood Rd., Greenwood, 71033
On the 30th Anniversary of the Greenwood Pioneer Heritage Days, an exhibit of life during the Great Depression will feature photos, handmade furniture, and artifacts of the era. A storyteller will be on hand to bring the stories to life from 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm. FREE (318) 938-8500
September 19
Glitz & Gritz Fundraiser
CADDO – Louisiana State Exhibit Museum
7:00 PM
3015 Greenwood Rd
Shreveport, 71109
Hosting an exhibition of 28 works from the permanent collection of the Baton Rouge Art League titled TRIUMPH OVER TRAGEDY: A CELEBRATION OF THE DEPRESSION ERA. The exhibit will feature prominent Louisiana artists from the Works Progress Administration collection including Clarence Millet, Edward Schoenberger, John McCrady, Harold Pierce and William Perkins. (318) 632-2020
September 19 – November 29
Triumph Over Tragedy: A Celebration of the Depression Era
CADDO – Louisiana State Exhibit Museum
Monday-Friday 9 am – 4 pm, Saturday-Sunday 12 pm – 4 pm
3015 Greenwood Rd
Shreveport, 71109
Hosting an exhibition of 28 works from the permanent collection of the Baton Rouge Art League titled TRIUMPH OVER TRAGEDY: A CELEBRATION OF THE DEPRESSION ERA. The exhibit will feature prominent Louisiana artists from the Works Progress Administration collection including Clarence Millet, Edward Schoenberger, John McCrady, Harold Pierce and William Perkins. In addition we will have displays centered on the culture of the 1930’s of celebrity clothing-cafe society, sewing & mending, hats and fashion accessories. FREE (318) 632-2020
September 25-27, October 2-4
The Diviners
BOSSIER – East Bank Theater
7:00 PM
630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City, 71111
While the rest of the country lays divided and demoralized by the Great Depression, the people in this story manage to weather the storm with humor and compassion. A play about friendship, family and community at a time when these things were hard to find and even harder to hold onto. (318) 741-8310
September 29
Morocco
CADDO – Robinson Film Center
7:30 PM
605 Texas Street, Shreveport, 71101
Classic American Film from the Great Depression, Marlene Dietrich’s first American film is an atmospheric tale of love during wartime. FREE
October 01
Morocco
CADDO – Centenary College
7:30 PM
Jackson Hall, 304, Shreveport, 71101
Classic American Film from the Great Depression, Marlene Dietrich’s first American film is an atmospheric tale of love during wartime. FREE
October 01
Downtown Gallery Crawl, BIG READ Kickoff of THE GRAPES OF WRATH
OUACHITA – Riverside Cultural
5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Cultural District, Monroe, 71201
FREE
October 1 – 10
Bossier Parish Big Read Distribution Site & “Pledge To Read” Sign Up
BOSSIER – Bossier Parish Central Library
2206 Beckett St., Bossier City, 71111
Book Distribution Site for the BIG READ “Pledge To Read” of THE GRAPES OF WRATH –anyone signing up to receive a FREE Book! FREE (318) 746-1693
October 1 – 10
Tensas Parish Big Read Distribution Site & “Pledge To Read” Sign Up
TENSAS – St Joseph Arts, Inc.
US Highway 65, St. Joseph, 71366
Book Distribution Site for the BIG READ “Pledge To Read” of THE GRAPES OF WRATH –anyone signing up to receive a FREE Book! FREE (318) 766-3344
October 1 – 31
Great Depression Display of Books and Photographs
CADDO – Wallette Branch of Shreve Memorial Libraries
Monday-Wednesday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Thursday-Saturday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
363 Hearne Avenue, Shreveport, 71103
To commemorate the 80th Anniversary of the Great Depression and as part of the TRIUMPH OVER TRAGEDY intiative for North Louisiana, the Wallette Branch of the Shreve Memorial Library system will host a display of Great Depression books and photographs. There will also be a showing of the movie, “Roll Of Thunder, Hear My Cry,” date to be determined. FREE (318) 425-3630
October 1 – 31
Depression Era Exhibition
CADDO – Mooretown Branch of Shreve Memorial Libraries
Monday-Wednesday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Thursday-Saturday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
4360 Hollywood Avenue, Shreveport, 71109
Shreve Memorial Library Mooretown Branch will feature a display for the month of October that will center around items from the Depression Era. It will include photos, depression glass and other items that were distinctly used during this period of American History. We will also have a showing of the film “The Grapes Of Wrath,” the date is TBA. FREE (318) 636-5524
October 1 – 31
Depression Era Exhibition
CADDO – North Shreveport Branch of Shreve Memorial Libraries
Monday-Wednesday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Thursday-Saturday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
4844 North Market Street, Shreveport, 71107
A display of depression glass and quilting will be on exhibit from Mary Giecek’s family collection through the month of October in the Foyer of the North Shreve Library. FREE (318) 674-8172
October 1 – November 30
Barksdale Air Force Base History Exhibit
BAFB – 8th Air Force Museum
245 Davis St., Ste B-006, Bossier City
1930-era visual displays of Barksdale (318) 456-2215
October 1 – November 30
Great Depression Era Books Display
CADDO – West Shreveport Branch of Shreve Memorial Libraries
Monday-Wednesday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Thursday-Saturday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
4380 Pines Road, Shreveport, 71119
To commemorate the 80th Anniversary of the Great Depression and as part of the TRIUMPH OVER TRAGEDY intiative for North Louisiana, the West Shreveport Branch of the Shreve Memorial Library system will host a display of Great Depression books. FREE (318) 635-0883
October 1 – November 30
Depression Era Exhibition
CADDO – Broadmoor Branch of Shreve Memorial Libraries
1212 Captain Shreve Drive, Shreveport, 71105
A display of Depression Glass and Depression Cookbooks/Recipes will be available to view and featured in the Shreveport Times. A weekly movie themed to the Great Depression will be shown during the month of November. FREE (318) 869-0120
October 1 – November 30
Depression Era Exhibition
CADDO – Hamilton/South Caddo Branch of Shreve Memorial Libraries
2111 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop, Shreveport, 71118
A display of items commemorating the Great Depression to include a Timeline of the Great Depression at the Circulation Desk; a display of quilts in our display case; Keithville Middle School Eighth Graders will display their altered books; table display to showcase “The Grapes Of Wrath;” Children’s Area display of the Great Depression; and a weekly discussion group of the book. FREE (318) 687-6824
October 1 – December 31
Tough Times Ahead: Black Tuesday & Its Aftermath, North Louisiana during the Great Depression
CADDO – Spring Street Museum
Tuesday – Saturday 10 AM – 3:30 PM
525 Spring Street, Shreveport, 71101
Depression-era clothing and photography exhibition FREE (318) 424-0964
October 1 – December 31
Rosa’s Character Dolls: An Era Gone By
CLAIBORNE – Ford Museum
Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
519 South Main St., Homer, 71040
This collection of dolls by Rosa Wilder Blackmon, born in 1881 in Homer and a self-taught artist and skilled craftsperson, reflects a way of life gone by. Her dolls, predominantly black, capture the heart and soul of a people changed by the Depression years. Family-$5, Adults-$3, Children-$1 (318) 927-9190
October 1 – December 31
Creative Inspiration from the Depression: 1929-1941
CLAIBORNE – Ford Museum
Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
519 South Main St., Homer, 71040
The Herbert S. Ford Memorial Museum is exhibiting Creative Inspiration from the Great Depression: 1932-1941, a project of Triumph Over Tragedy. This exhibit salutes the creative expressions of the Claiborne Parish art students and others as they interpret the historical facts of the Great Depression and the efforts the many programs of the New Deal had on our nation and her people. After a study of the Great Depression and President Roosevelt’s New Deal, the Claiborne Parish art teachers and their students will create objects that will reflect their understanding of the Great Depression and the efforts to restore prosperity to America and her people. Family-$5, Adults-$3, Children-$1 (318) 927-9190
October 1 – February 28
The Innate Talent of Anthony Augustus Walker
CLAIBORNE – Ford Museum
Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
519 South Main St., Homer, 71040
The Herbert S. Ford Memorial Museum is exhibiting The Innate Talent of Anthony Augustus Walker, a project of Triumph Over Tragedy. This exhibit salutes the creative ability of African American artist Anthony Augustus Walker. Much of his early work was done during the Depression Era. Family-$5, Adults-$3, Children-$1 (318) 927-9190
October 1 – May 1
The Civilian Conservation Corps/Works Projects Administration in Claiborne and Surrounding Parishes
CLAIBORNE – Ford Museum
Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
519 South Main St., Homer, 71040
The Herbert S. Ford Memorial Museum is exhibiting The Civilian Conservation Corps in Claiborne and Surrounding Parishes a project of Triumph Over Tragedy. This exhibit salutes the revitalization and reforestation work successfully completed by America’s young men at a time when economic chaos and unemployment had gripped the country for two years. A 1937 photograph of the Claiborne Parish Civilian Conservation Corp located in Homer and a photograph of the young men enlisted at that time serve as a backdrop to the exhibit on President Roosevelt massive revitalization of the nation’s economy. As part of Roosevelt’s New Deal, the CCC brought together the nation’s young men and the land in an effort to save them both. This peacetime army was sent out to battle the erosion and destruction of the nation’s resources. Photographs and art work of the projects of the CCC in Claiborne and surrounding parishes are featured. Family-$5, Adults-$3, Children-$1 (318) 927-9190
October 03
Turning On The Lights: Moon Over Minden
WEBSTER – The Farm
417 East Union, Minden, 0
Turning on the Lights: “Moon Over Minden” fright light display will light up the corner of East Union and Talton during the month of October. Drive down historic Hwy 80 just blocks from downtown Minden and enjoy the spectacular display of lights. FREE (318) 927-2888
October 04
Hard Times” Music Presentation
CADDO – Hamilton/South Caddo Branch of Shreve Memorial Libraries
2:00-3:45 PM
2111 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop, Shreveport, 71118
Robert Jordan presents a musical commemoration of the Depression Era. FREE (318) 687-6824
October 6 – November 24
The Grapes Of Wrath” Book Discussions
UNION – Bernice Library
10:00 AM Tuesdays
1508 Evans St., Bernice, 0
Book discussions hosted by Phamie Martin and Jane Atwell FREE
October 16-18
Ma’ Rainey’s Black Bottom by August Wilson
LINCOLN – Floyd L. Sandle Theatre, Dunbar Hall
7:00 PM
Dunbar Hall, Grambling, 71275
The Department of Theatre Arts will be opening their 2009-2010 with August Wilson’s “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom.” To commemorate the 80th Anniversary of the Great Depression GSU’s Theatre Department is focusing on the impact the Depression on the African-American artist. The inaugural production of the season is the first in Wilson’s 10-play cycle that chronicled the African American experience throughout the 20th century. “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom” premiered on Broadway in 1985 and won the New York Drama Critics’ Circle Award for Best American Play. $2 students; $5 adults (318) 274-2892
October 08
Triumph Over Tragedy Storytelling
CADDO – Atkins Branch of Shreve Memorial Libraries
10:00 AM
3704 Greenwood Road, Shreveport, 71033
Rosalyn Glover-Bryant will do a storytelling session for children ages 2 – 5, themed to the Great Depression FREE (318) 635-6222
October 08
The Grapes Of Wrath Book Discussion
OUACHITA – Strauss Theater
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
1300 Lamy Lane, Monroe, 71201
Brown Bag Book Discussion on John Steinbeck’s classic American novel “The Grapes Of Wrath.” (318) 323-6681
October 10
Woody Sez – BIG READ of The Grapes Of Wrath KICKOFF
CADDO – Festival Plaza
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
101 Crockett St., Shreveport, 71101
BIG READ “Pledge To Read” THE GRAPES OF WRATH by John Steinbeck will kickoff with a performance of “Woody Sez” performing songs from the Great Depression Era including Woody Guthrie songs. Anyone who signs the “Pledge To Read” will receive a FREE copy of THE GRAPES OF WRATH. $5 Entrance Fee (318) 673-6500
October 10
Children’s Drop In: Grow Your Own Greens
OUACHITA – Biedenharn Museum, ELsong Garden
10 am – 1 pm
2000 Riverside Drive, Monroe, 71201
Plant a fall salad bowl! Edible greens can be ornamental as well as tasty. Lettuces range from red or green with a variety of leaf shapes including oakleaf and deer’s tongue. Growing your own vegetables has become popular now. Handouts will be available with fun ideas focusing on gardening all year around. This activity is a celebration of Triumph Over Tragedy: A Commemoration of the 80th Anniversary of the Great Depression/New Deal Era in North Louisiana. Activity vouchers must be purchased in the Museum Store. $5 PP (318) 387-5281
October 10
“Outdoor Movie showing of The Grapes of Wrath
WEBSTER – The Farm
8:00 PM
417 East Union, Minden, 0
The Robinson Film Center presents “Grapes of Wrath”: “Outdoor Movie” at The Farm The Farm will be transformed to reflect what it must have been like in the 1930’s. Outdoor and indoor exhibits will set the stage for the outdoor showing of the Pulitzer Prize “Grapes of Wrath.” Movie goers can dine on homemade biscuits, farm fresh butter and homemade jelly while enjoying a piece of American history. “Brother, can you spare a dime?” 10 cents (318) 927-2888
October 10 – November 7
Celebrating Our Elders
WEBSTER – Webster Parish Library
Monday-Thursday 8:15 am – 8:00 pm, Friday-Saturday 8:15 am – 5:00 pm
521 East & West Street, Minden, 71055
Beginning October 10th, the oldest citizen in Louisiana, Maggie Thornton Renfro and her two sisters Carrie Thornton and Rosie Thornton will be celebrated in a special exhibit created by local artists in conjunction with North Louisiana’s commemoration of the Great Depression and a project of “Triumph from Tragedy.” This special exhibit sponsored by Cultural Crossroads pays tribute to these centenarians and their extraordinary life as some of the oldest citizens in our nation. The library will also provide a special listing of selected readings about the Great Depression and the New Deal era. The exhibit will run from October 10th to November 7th. FREE (318) 371-3080
October 10-November 20
Jackson Parish In The New Deal Years – Photographs from 1930-1940
JACKSON – Jackson Parish Museum & Fine Arts Association
Thursday-Saturday 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
515 S. Cooper Avenue, Jonesboro, 71251
A photographic exhibit featuring Great Depression and New Deal Era photos of Jackson Parish from the years of 1930-1940. FREE (318) 259-3119
October 12 – December 12
Harbingers of Hope in Hard Times
CADDO – Centenary College, Magale Library
2911 Centenary Blvd, Shreveport, 71104
Dr. Lucienne Simon and dozens of visual/literary artists are producing an exhibit of original visual and literary artworks created in response to statements made by people who lived during the Depression. Depression-era photographs and artifacts will also be featured. The exhibit pays tribute to the spirit of individuals who met the challenges of these difficult times with a positive attitude and hopefulness. FREE (318) 868-6188
October 12 – November 13
Birthday Bash/Grapes Of Wrath Events TBD
CADDO – Cedar Grove/Line Avenue Branch of Shreve Memorial Libraries
8303 Line Avenue, Shreveport, 71106
Hosting a number of events to celebrate our birthday and the Great Depression: Create Your Own Altered Book for teens with local artist Linda Gaston; Quilt Display; Then vs. Now Photo Display; Adapting a Monopoly Board to be Shreveport-opoly; and a Poor Man’s Dinner. Check our calendar for updates! FREE (318) 868-3890
October 13
Duck Soup
CADDO – Robinson Film Center
7:30 PM
617 Texas Street, Shreveport, 71105
Classic American Film from the Great Depression, the Marx Brothers go to war in this inspired, lunatic blend of slapstick, satire, songs and surrealism. FREE (318) 424-9090
October 15
Triumph Over Tragedy Crafts
CADDO – Atkins Branch of Shreve Memorial Libraries
10:00 AM
3704 Greenwood Road, Shreveport, 71033
Depression Era Crafts will be demonstrated for ages 6 – 8. FREE (318) 635-6222
October 15
The Grapes Of Wrath Book Discussion
OUACHITA – Masur Museum of Art
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
1400 South Grand Street, Monroe, 71202
Brown Bag Book Discussion on John Steinbeck’s classic American novel “The Grapes Of Wrath.” FREE (318) 329-2237
October 15
STRIKE UP THE BAND: From Tragedy To Triumph – The Music of George Gershwin, Cole Porter, Irving Berlin, Jerome Kern and Richard Rodgers
OUACHITA – Biedenharn Museum, ELsong Garden
7:00 PM
2000 Riverside Drive, Monroe, 71201
Local favorite Corey Trahan along with Tynan Davis and pianist Cathy Venable will present a theatrically enhanced presentation of popular music from the 1929-39 era of American History to coincide with Louisiana’s 2009-10 statewide artistic tribute to The Great Depression. $15 PP (318) 387-5281
October 16
Antiques Show & Tell
LINCOLN – Lincoln Parish Library
10:00 AM
910 N. Trenton St., Ruston, 71270
Join us to evaluate unique antiques and their current values. FREE (318)251-5030
October 17
Strike Up the Band
WEST CARROLL – West Carroll Public Library
7:00 PM
Hwy 17 and Marietta St., Oak Grove, 71263
Local favorites Tynan Davis, Corey Trahan and pianist Cathy Venable will present a theatrically enhanced presentation of popular music from the 1929_39 era of American History. Gershwin’s “Summertime,” Porter’s “It’s De’Lovely,” showstoppers from Rodger’s OKLAHOMA! Kern’s “Showboat” and a patriotic tribute composed by Irving Berlin are a few of the selections that will be featured. (318) 428-4100
October 19
Movie Showing of “Places In The Heart”
LINCOLN – Lincoln Parish Library
6:00 PM
910 N. Trenton St., Ruston, 71270
A showing of the movie “Places In The Heart” that deals with overcoming the struggles of poor people in Oklahoma. FREE (318)251-5030
October 19
The Grapes Of Wrath” Book Discussion
LINCOLN – Lincoln Parish Library
6:30 PM
910 N. Trenton St., Ruston, 71270
The “If Only” Book Club will lead a discussion of John Steinbeck’s classic American novel. FREE (318)251-5030
October 20
Poor Man’s Supper
CADDO – West Shreveport Branch of Shreve Memorial Libraries
TBD
4380 Pines Road, Shreveport, 71119
The West Shreveport Branch of the Shreve Memorial Library system will host a Poor Man’s Supper. FREE (318) 635-0883
October 20
Gold Diggers of 1933
CADDO – Robinson Film Center
7:30 PM
617 Texas Street, Shreveport, 71105
Classic American 1930’s Musical from the Great Depression is centered on the adventures of out-of-work showgirls. FREE
October 20
Strike Up The Band
CALDWELL – Schepis Museum
7:00 PM
107 Main St., Columbia, 71418
Local favorites Tynan Davis, Corey Trahan and pianist Cathy Venable will present a theatrically enhanced presentation of popular music from the 1929_39 era of American History. Gershwin’s “Summertime,” Porter’s “It’s De’Lovely,” showstoppers from Rodger’s OKLAHOMA! Kern’s “Showboat” and a patriotic tribute composed by Irving Berlin are a few of the selections that will be featured. (318) 649-9931
October 21
BIG READ “Grapes Of Wrath” Book Talk and Writing Exercise
CADDO – Atkins Branch of Shreve Memorial Libraries
1:00-2:00 PM
3704 Greenwood Road, Shreveport, 71033
Author Shelia Goss will facilitate a book talk on “The Grapes Of Wrath” and teach a writing exercise FREE (318) 635-6222
October 21
Strike Up the Band
JACKSON – Jackson Parish Library
2:00 PM
614 Polk St., Jonesboro, 71251
Local favorites Tynan Davis, Corey Trahan and pianist Cathy Venable will present a theatrically enhanced presentation of popular music from the 1929_39 era of American History. Gershwin’s “Summertime,” Porter’s “It’s De’Lovely,” showstoppers from Rodger’s OKLAHOMA! Kern’s “Showboat” and a patriotic tribute composed by Irving Berlin are a few of the selections that will be featured. FREE (318) 259-5697
October 22
Gold Diggers of 1933
CADDO – Centenary College
7:30 PM
Jackson Hall, 304, Shreveport, 71101
Classic American 1930’s Musical from the Great Depression is centered on the adventures of out-of-work showgirls. FREE
October 22
Strike Up The Band
CONCORDIA – Concordia Parish Library
1609 Third St., Ferriday, 71334
Local favorites Tynan Davis, Corey Trahan and pianist Cathy Venable will present a theatrically enhanced presentation of popular music from the 1929_39 era of American History. Gershwin’s “Summertime,” Porter’s “It’s De’Lovely,” showstoppers from Rodger’s OKLAHOMA! Kern’s “Showboat” and a patriotic tribute composed by Irving Berlin are a few of the selections that will be featured. FREE (318) 559-5125
October 22
Juggernaut Jug Band
FRANKLIN – The Princess Theatre
7:00 PM
714 Prairie St., Winnsboro, 71295
RUPAR presents the fall tour of the Juggernaut Jug Band. Jazzy jug band music played on washboards, washtubs, kazoos, jugs and various other sundries fills the air. It isn’t only jazz, but also blues, ragtime, swing and original music combined in a strange concoction called jug band music. Jug bands flourished in towns along the Ohio and Mississippi rivers in the 1920’s and 30’s. Much as New Orleans spawned Dixieland Jazz, Louisville, home of the Juggernaut Jug Band was the birthplace of jug music. Each performance is a challenge to the audience to have as much fun as the band. Don’t let their antics fool you though . . . their exuberant music is the result of skillfully conceived arrangements, unusual instrumentation, and unique vocal harmonies. $15 PP, $10 students (318) 435-6299
October 22
The Grapes Of Wrath Book Discussion
OUACHITA – Masur Museum of Art
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
1400 South Grand Street, Monroe, 71202
Brown Bag Book Discussion on John Steinbeck’s classic American novel “The Grapes Of Wrath.” FREE (318) 329-2237
October 23
Triumph Over Tragedy Essay Contest
CADDO – Atkins Branch of Shreve Memorial Libraries
6:00 PM Deadline
3704 Greenwood Road, Shreveport, 71033
An Essay Contest for students ages 9 – 12 beginning on October 1st with a deadline of October 23. Students will write stories about the Great Depression. FREE (318) 635-6222
October 23
Great Depression Era Musical Performance
LINCOLN – Lincoln Parish Library
6:30 PM
910 N. Trenton St., Ruston, 71270
Local musician, Kenny Bill Stinson, will give an informance on music and musicians of the Great Depression. FREE (318)251-5030
October 24
Man of La Mancha
CADDO – Riverview Theater
7:30 PM
600 Clyde Fant Pkwy., Shreveport, 71101
We celebrate the power of the human spirit by offering Man of La Mancha, a remarkable show winning five Tony Awards and running nearly 2500 performances on Broadway. This musical loosely based on the novel Don Quixote, tells the poignant story of a man who discovers his own noble calling in the twilight of his life. It is a heart warming story of impossible dreams and perseverance. $10 – $85 (318) 227-9503
October 24
The Great Depression in Northwest Louisiana, lecture by Dr. David Anderson
CADDO – Spring St Museum
11:30 AM
525 Spring Street, Shreveport, 71101
This lecture is part of the Frances Smitherman Memorial A $35 (318) 424-0964
October 24
Dr. Susan Shillinglaw brief lecture on Steinbeck’s life and works
CADDO – LSUS Campus
11:00 AM
, Shreveport, 71115
A discussion of “The Grapes Of Wrath” with America’s foremost Steinbeck Scholar, Dr. Susan Shillinglaw. FREE
October 24
Folk Music Festival with Saint Joseph Orchestra, Juggernaught Jug Band and Folklorist Dee Scallon
TENSAS – St Joseph Arts, Inc.
10:00 am – 10:00 pm
US Highway 65, St. Joseph, 71366
This Folk Festival will commemorate the Great Depression and our community with eight local/regional music groups playing music from the Great Depression Era; recognize elders from Tensas Parish who witnessed the Depression; host a pumpkin painting with the local 4-H Club; have a Po Man’s Pig Roast; listen to a presentation on local elders by Folklorist Dee Scallon; and close the event with the official tribute band for the Eagles, “Hotel California.” $5 PP, children under 12 are FREE (318) 766-3344
October 25
Book Discussion of “The Grapes Of Wrath” with Dr. Mattie Mosley, LSUS
CADDO – Broadmoor Branch of Shreve Memorial Libraries
2 pm – 4 pm
1212 Captain Shreve Drive, Shreveport, 71105
A Book Discussion will be facilitated by LSUS Professor, Dr. Mattie Mosley. Refreshments will be served. FREE (318) 869-0120
October 25
Dr. Susan Shillinglaw brief lecture on Steinbeck’s life and works
CADDO – All Souls Unitarian Church
11:00 AM
9449 Ellerbe Road, Shreveport, 71106
A Brief Lecture on John Steinbeck by America’s foremost Steinbeck Scholar, Dr. Susan Shillinglaw. FREE (318) 868-3313
October 25
Book Discussion of “The Grapes Of Wrath” with Dr. Susan Shillinglaw
CADDO – Hamilton/South Caddo Branch of Shreve Memorial Libraries
1:30 PM
2111 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop, Shreveport, 71118
A discussion of “The Grapes Of Wrath” with America’s foremost Steinbeck Scholar, Dr. Susan Shillinglaw. FREE (318) 687-6824
October 25
Harbingers of Hope in Hard Times Exhibit Opening
CADDO – Centenary College, Magale Library
2:00 PM
2911 Centenary Blvd, Shreveport, 71104
Dr. Lucienne Simon and dozens of visual/literary artists are producing an exhibit of original visual and literary artworks created in response to statements made by people who lived during the Depression. Depression-era photographs and artifacts will also be featured. The exhibit pays tribute to the spirit of individuals who met the challenges of these difficult times with a positive attitude and hopefulness. FREE (318) 868-6188
October 25
Juggernaught Jug Band
MOREHOUSE – The Rose Theatre
7:00 PM
102 East Jefferson Avenue, Bastrop, 71221
RUPAR presents the fall tour of the Juggernaut Jug Band. Jazzy jug band music played on washboards, washtubs, kazoos, jugs and various other sundries fills the air. It isn’t only jazz, but also blues, ragtime, swing and original music combined in a strange concoction called jug band music. Jug bands flourished in towns along the Ohio and Mississippi rivers in the 1920’s and 30’s. Much as New Orleans spawned Dixieland Jazz, Louisville, home of the Juggernaut Jug Band was the birthplace of jug music. Each performance is a challenge to the audience to have as much fun as the band. Don’t let their antics fool you though . . . their exuberant music is the result of skillfully conceived arrangements, unusual instrumentation, and unique vocal harmonies. $50 PP; $25 students (318) 283-0120
October 26
Movie Showing of “The Red Pony”
LINCOLN – Lincoln Parish Library
6:00 PM
910 N. Trenton St., Ruston, 71270
A showing of the movie “The Red Pony” based on the novel by John Steinbeck. FREE (318)251-5030
October 26
Book Discussion of “The Grapes Of Wrath” with Dr. Susan Shillinglaw
NATCHITOCHES – LA School for Math, Science and Arts
4:00 PM
715 University Pkwy, Natchitoches, 0
A discussion of “The Grapes Of Wrath” with America’s foremost Steinbeck Scholar, Dr. Susan Shillinglaw. FREE
October 27
Black Tuesday/Crash Bash Monopoly Tournament
ALL PARISHES – TBA
5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Across North Louisiana, families, churches, schools, and others are encouraged to play Monopoly and have CRASH BASH Parties as Gret Depression Commemoration on Black Tuesday. TBA (318) 673-6500
October 27
Crash Bash Monopoly Tournament
CADDO – North Shreveport Branch of Shreve Memorial Libraries
4844 North Market Street, Shreveport, 71107
The teens of North Shreve Library and their families will participate in the Crash Bash Monopoly Tournament. FREE (318) 674-8172
October 27
Crash Bash Monopoly Tournament
CADDO – Senior Center
9:30-11:30 am
9359 Greenwood Rd., Greenwood
Monopoly Tournament for residents of the Senior Center. FREE (318) 938-7261
October 27
Stagecoach
CADDO – Robinson Film Center
7:30 PM
617 Texas Street, Shreveport, 71105
Classic American Film from the Great Depression, regarded by many as the best Western ever made, shot John Wayne to stardom. FREE
October 27
Book Discussion of “The Grapes Of Wrath” with Dr. Susan Shillinglaw
CLAIBORNE – Ford Museum
6:00 PM
519 South Main St., Homer, 71040
A discussion of “The Grapes Of Wrath” with America’s foremost Steinbeck Scholar, Dr. Susan Shillinglaw. FREE (318) 927-9190
October 27
Black Tuesday CRASH BASH & Monopoly Tournament
LINCOLN – Art Innovations & Thousand Words Photography Studio and Gallery
6:00 PM
204 W. Mississippi & 207 North Trenton, Ruston, 71270
The CRASH BASH will include a Monopoly Tournament, Live Music from the Depression Era, a Poor Man’s Dinner, and an Art Show $15 (318) 255-1450
October 27
The Grapes Of Wrath Book Discussion
OUACHITA – Biedenharn Museum, ELsong Garden
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
2000 Riverside Drive, Monroe, 71201
Discussion of THE GRAPES OF WRATH by John Steinbeck. FREE (318) 387-5281
October 28
Grapes Of Wrath” Book Review
CADDO – Atkins Branch of Shreve Memorial Libraries
4:00 PM
3704 Greenwood Road, Shreveport, 71033
Join the Wisdom Seekers Book Review for a discussion on John Steinbeck’s “The Grapes Of Wrath.” FREE (318) 635-6222
October 28
Book Discussion of “The Grapes Of Wrath” with Dr. Susan Shillinglaw
JACKSON – Jackson Parish Library
2:00 PM
614 Polk St., Jonesboro, 71251
A discussion of “The Grapes Of Wrath” with America’s foremost Steinbeck Scholar, Dr. Susan Shillinglaw. FREE (318) 259-5697
October 28
Literary Presentation on John Steinbeck by Susan Shillinglaw
LINCOLN – Lincoln Parish Library
6:00 PM
910 N. Trenton St., Ruston, 71270
Susan Shillinglaw, America’s foremost authority on John Steinbeck will be on hand from San Jose State University to provide an in-depth and thoughtful discussion on John Steinbeck and his classic American novel “The Grapes Of Wrath.” FREE (318)251-5030
October 28-31, November 4-7
“THE GRAPES OF WRATH” PLAY
LINCOLN – Louisiana Tech University
7:30 PM
University Theatre, Ruston, 71272
A theatrical presentation of an American Classic by John Steinbeck’s “The Grapes Of Wrath” directed by Paul Crook. (318) 257-3942
October 29
Stagecoach
CADDO – Centenary College
7:30 PM
Jackson Hall, 304, Shreveport, 71101
Classic American Film from the Great Depression, regarded by many as the best Western ever made, shot John Wayne to stardom. FREE
October 29
North Shreve Book Club – Book Discussion of “The Grapes Of Wrath”
CADDO – North Shreveport Branch of Shreve Memorial Libraries
1:00 PM
4844 North Market Street, Shreveport, 71107
The North Shreve Book Club will facilitate a book discussion of “The Grapes Of Wrath” by John Steinbeck. FREE (318) 674-8172
October 29
Literary Presentation on John Steinbeck by Susan Shillinglaw
LINCOLN – LA Tech University
4:00 PM
Wyly Tower Auditorium, Ruston, 71272
Susan Shillinglaw, America’s foremost authority on John Steinbeck will be on hand from San Jose State University to provide an in-depth and thoughtful discussion on John Steinbeck and his classic American novel “The Grapes Of Wrath.” FREE (318) 257-3942
October 29
Grapes of Wrath-movie
MOREHOUSE – Vistor’s Center
6:00 PM
124 N. Washington, Bastrop, 71220
October 29
Dr. Susan Shillinglaw Speaks on Steinbeck
RICHLAND – Richland Arts Center
10:00 AM
193 Hwy 3048
Dr. Susan Shillinglaw, Steinbeck Scholar, will give a one-hour lecture on the life of John Steinbeck and his works. FREE (318) 669-4434
October 29, November 5
The Worst Hard Time
CLAIBORNE – Clairborne Parish Library
6:00-7:30 PM
909 Edgewood Drive, Homer, 71040
FREE (318) 927-3845
October 29-30
Roll Of Thunder, Hear My Cry” skit and discussion
CADDO – Atkins Branch of Shreve Memorial Libraries
4:00-6:00 PM
3704 Greenwood Road, Shreveport, 71033
A stage reading will open the skit and will be followed by a Q & A discussion on “The Grapes Of Wrath.” FREE (318) 635-6222
October 30
Book Discussion on “The Grapes Of Wrath” and John Steinbeck with Dr. Susan Shillinglaw
CADDO – Broadmoor Branch of Shreve Memorial Libraries
4:00-6:00 PM
1212 Captain Shreve Drive, Shreveport, 71033
A discussion of “The Grapes Of Wrath” with America’s foremost Steinbeck Scholar, Dr. Susan Shillinglaw. FREE (318) 219-1701
October 30-31
“Moon Over Minden”
WEBSTER – The Farm
8:00 PM
417 East Union, Minden, 0
Harvest Festival Cultural Crossroads presents their annual celebration of Halloween with a new twist. The two day outdoor festival will include ghosts from the Great Depression era including Bonnie and Clyde and Webster Parish’s most famous ghost, Sallie Baker. Producing “Sallie Baker’s Carnival” is a two day outdoor harvest festival and a project of Triumph Over Tragedy. Built during the Great Depression, the organization’s historic farm house and adjoining four acres will be transformed to a time when traveling freak shows were entertainment and gangsters were immortalized. Minden’s annual “Moon Over Minden” Harvest festival will include a haunted hayride and haunted house and garden tour. The Farm House built in 1933 will be open to the public for the first time in nearly a half of a century. $8 PP (318) 927-2888
November 01
Depression Era Crafts for Children
LINCOLN – Lincoln Parish Library
2:00 PM
910 N. Trenton St., Ruston, 71270
As part of our family programs, we will host a class to teach children about the history of people from the Depression Era and the crafts they made. FREE (318)251-5030
November 1 – 30
Public Art in the Alley
WEBSTER – Downtown Minden
, Minden, 71055
The launching of one of the largest and most extensive outdoor exhibitions of art by local artists. FREE (318) 927-2888
November 03
Book Discussion on “The Grapes Of Wrath”
BOSSIER – Bossier Parish Central Library
6 – 7 pm
2206 Beckett St., Bossier City, 71111
Book Discussion led by Pam Carter Carlisle with Depression-era snacks served. FREE (318) 746-1693
November 3 – 29
Exhibition on the Great Depression
BOSSIER – Bossier Parish Central Library
2206 Beckett St., Bossier City, 71111
The Libraries Historical Center will host an exhibition on the Great Depression. FREE (318) 746-1693
November 04
Book Signing: “Sharecropping in North Louisiana: A Family’s Struggle Through the Great Depression”
JACKSON – Jackson Parish Library
2:00 PM
614 Polk St., Jonesboro, 71251
Jackson Parish Library will host an author presentation and book signing for the book “Sharecropping in North Louisiana: A Family’s Struggle Through the Great Depression” by mother-daughter author duo Lillian Laird Duff and Linda Duff Niemeir. Copies of the book will be sold and the authors will be available to autograph them. FREE (318) 259-5697
November 05
The Grapes Of Wrath Book Discussion
OUACHITA – Masur Museum of Art
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
1400 South Grand Street, Monroe, 71202
Brown Bag Book Discussion on John Steinbeck’s classic American novel “The Grapes Of Wrath.” FREE (318) 329-2237
November 06
Voices and Visions of the Great Depression Exhibition Opening
LINCOLN – Lincoln Parish Museum
5:30 PM
609 Vienna St., Ruston, 71270
The exhibit will feature a collection of Depression-era quilts from North Louisiana along with WPA fabrics and Depression Era clothing. Marie Bridges of West Monroe will be reading her humorous poetry”much of which is inspired by her life during the Depression. Marie grew up in north Louisiana and was also interviewed recently as part of the Triumph Over Tragedy initiative. FREE (318) 255-1450
November 6-7
“Main to Main”
WEBSTER – Downtown Minden
Main Street, Minden, 0
Sponsored by Main Street communities across the state, this annual event offers miles and miles of roadside vendors stretching across the state and in Webster Parish from Minden to Springhill. Downtown Minden will include reenactments commemorating the Great Depression from a bank robbery by the infamous Bonnie & Clyde to soup kitchens and special window displays and public art exhibits up and down Main Street. (318) 927-2888
November 6-7
Marathon on Broadway Dance
WEBSTER – Dorcheat Museum
Friday 5:00 pm – Saturday 4:30 pm
116 Pearl St., Minden, 71055
Reminiscent of the Great Depression dance marathons and the subject of the movie “They Shoot Horses Don’t They?” this dance marathon will reward endurance with a $1,000 cash prize to the last couple standing. All proceeds will support the Dorcheat Museum. $25 PP, Preregister for $20 (318) 423-0192
November 6-7
Tornado of 1933 Exhibit
WEBSTER – Dorcheat Museum
Tuesday-Friday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm (closed from 1:00-2:00); Saturday 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
116 Pearl St., Minden, 71055
Downtown Minden suffered through hard times when the banks failed, the tornado tore up half the town and a fire burned the other half in 1933. $4 adults; $2 children; 1/2 price for groups of 10 or more (318) 423-0192
November 6-7
Tours of Historic Downtown Minden
WEBSTER – Downtown Minden
, Minden, 71055
Sponsored by the Historic Residential District, festival goers can catch a free ride and hear the fascinating stories about the people places and events that make Minden so unique. FREE (318) 927-2888
November 6-7
WPA Art Exhibit
WEBSTER – Easley Gallery
Monday-Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
511 Main Street, Minden, 71055
Original WPA works on display along with a variety of artwork contributed by area professional artists commemorating the Great Depression. FREE (318) 927-2888
November 6 – December
Triumph Over Tragedy Exhibition
CADDO – artspace
710 Texas St., Shreveport, 0
starts Monroe travels towards SHV (318) 673-6535
November 07
Taste Of Homer
CLAIBORNE – Homer City Hall
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
400 East Main St., Homer, 71040
The Homer Christmas Festival is sponsoring the Taste of Homer – a project of Triumph Over Tragedy. The bounty of this meal contrasts with the meager meals men, women and children endured during the Great Depression. There is no reason for anyone to go away hungry after visiting the tables set with food prepared by some to the finest cooks in Homer. $10 (318) 927-2046 x 201
November 07
Hobo Picnic at Lincoln Parish Park
LINCOLN – Lincoln Parish Library
1:00 PM
910 N. Trenton St., Ruston, 71270
Families will come together at Lincoln Parish Park to commemorate the hobo lifestyles of the Depression Era. FREE (318)251-5030
November 07
“Steel Away” Dinner Theatre
WEBSTER – Minden Civic Center
7:00 PM
520 Broadway, Minden, 71055
Cultural Crossroads presents a Mahogany Theatre Ensemble production of “Steal Away.” “Triumph Over Tragedy” in Minden will be commemorated with live theatre and a dining experience reminiscent of the 1930’s. Mahogany Theatre Ensemble is producing “Steal Away” a project of Triumph Over Tragedy set in the Great Depression. This light-hearted outrageous comedy set in Chicago during the 1930’s will be presented dinner theatre style. This play is about five upstanding church ladies who raise funds to send young black Women to college by holding bake sales “selling church suppers and the like. To increase the number of scholarshipsduring the Depression erathe women come up with a new idea to raise the money by robbing banks. This evening of live theatre will follow a boarding house style meal reminiscent of Happy Turners boarding house of the 1930’s in Minden when dining at Happy’s place always included ‘passing the peas.’ $25 PP (318) 393-5991
November 07
American Doll Tea Party & Convention
WEBSTER – Children’s Center
, Minden, 71055
The Children’s Center American Doll Tea Party & Convention” Saturday afternoon, children of all ages are invited to dress up and bring their doll to a special tea party. FREE (318) 377-0319
November 07
Ada’s Soup Kitchen and Art Exhibit
WEBSTER – Christopher’s
7:00 am – 2:00 pm
617 Main Street, Minden, 71055
Minden’s Triumph Over Tragedy will be commemorated with a soup kitchen and art exhibition featuring works created by children. On Saturday, November 7th only, the public is invited to start their day in Downtown Minden with an authentic farm style breakfast of homemade biscuits and gravy, bacon or sausage, farm fresh eggs, grits and fresh fruit. Lunch will include a choice of two homemade soups using ingredients found on a typical farm in the 1930’s. Along with the soup kitchen, a special gallery of fine art will be on display. Local children will exhibit works created this summer to reflect rural life in the 1930’s. The exhibit will also feature original works of art with a “Great Depression” theme by local professional artists. Based on cost of menu items (318) 927-2888
November 07
Artisans Fair
WEBSTER – First United Methodist Church
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
903 Broadway St., Minden, 71055
This indoor art crafts and gift show is in honor of the more than 5,000 artisans who left behind more than 225,000 works of art created during the Great Depression and New Deal Era. It is this legacy of the thousands of workers who labored at their craft for little money but great pride which we have to inspire us today. FREE (318) 377-8097
November 7 – 8
Voices and Visions of the Great Depression, and the 12th annual NCLAC Holiday Arts Tour
LINCOLN – Lincoln Parish Museum
10 am – 5 pm
609 Vienna St., Ruston, 71270
The weekend will highlight more than 50 artists at businesses, galleries, and studios throughout Lincoln Parish. The Tour will feature paintings, pottery, jewelry, sculpture, music, literature, and other designs of local and regional artists. FREE (318) 255-1450
November 08
Garden Party – Depression Style
LINCOLN – Lincoln Parish Library
3:00 PM
910 N. Trenton St., Ruston, 71270
We will host a Garden Party to celebrate the traditions of families from the Depression who weren’t as impacted financially by the stock market crash. FREE (318)251-5030
November 08
Centenarians Celebrated
WEBSTER – Minden Civic Center
2:00 PM
520 Broadway, Minden, 71055
“Centenarians Celebrated” Maggie Thornton Renfro will turn 115 in November. As the oldest resident of Louisiana, the 5th oldest citizen of the United States and the 7th oldest person in the world, Cultural Crossroads and State Representative Jean Doerge will honor her life and that of her two sisters, Carrie Thornton who is 107 and Rosie Thornton who is 103. This special birthday party reserved for family, friends, corporate sponsors and distinguished guests will conclude Minden’s contribution to the North Louisiana commemoration of the Great Depression known as “Triumph Over Tragedy.” Special musical entertainment will be provided by the Minden Community, Chorus under the direction of Dr. Dan Gibbs. Invitation Only! (318) 393-5991
November 09
The Grapes Of Wrath Movie
CLAIBORNE – Haynesville Fair Building
1563 Fairgrounds Dr., Haynesville, 71038
The Robinson Film Center will present a public showing of “The Grapes Of Wrath” movie. FREE
November 09
Movie Showing of “The Grapes Of Wrath”
LINCOLN – Lincoln Parish Library
6:00 PM
910 N. Trenton St., Ruston, 71270
A showing of the movie “The Grapes Of Wrath” to commemorate the TRIUMPH OVER TRAGEDY project in North Louisiana. FREE (318)251-5030
November 10
My Man Godfrey
CADDO – Robinson Film Center
7:30 PM
617 Texas Street, Shreveport, 71105
Classic American Film from the Great Depression, it is one of the most popular screwball comedies of the 1930’s. FREE
November 10
The Grapes Of Wrath” Book Discussion
LINCOLN – Lincoln Parish Library
6:30 PM
910 N. Trenton St., Ruston, 71270
The “If Only” Book Club will lead a discussion of John Steinbeck’s classic American novel. FREE (318)251-5030
November 10
The Grapes Of Wrath Book Discussion
OUACHITA – Biedenharn Museum, ELsong Garden
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
2000 Riverside Drive, Monroe, 71201
Discussion of THE GRAPES OF WRATH by John Steinbeck. FREE (318) 387-5281
November 10
The Grapes of Wrath Movie
RED RIVER – Red River High School
915 E. Carrol St., Coushatta, 71019
The Robinson Film Center will present a public showing of “The Grapes Of Wrath” movie. FREE (318) 932-4913
November 11
The Grapes Of Wrath” Film
SABINE – Many City Park
, Many, 0
The Grapes Of Wrath” Film FREE
November 11 – 14, 15
Moonlight and Magnolias
CADDO – Riverview Theatre
7:30 pm, 3:00 on the 15th
Shreveport, 71101
River City Repertory Theatre will present Moonlight And Magnolias, a comedy about the writing of the screenplay for Gone With The Wind, the acclaimed novel of Margaret Mitchell’s that helped its readers weather the bleak depression years. $35 (318) 868-5888
November 12
TRIUMPH OVER TRAGEDY Stories
CADDO – artspace
6:30-8:30 PM
710 Texas, Shreveport, 71101
Jeannine Pasini Beekman presents – Voices of Witness: A Storytelling Tribute with storytellers Myra Davis, Angelique Feaster and Thelma Harrison.
November 12
My Man Godfrey
CADDO – Centenary College
7:30 PM
Jackson Hall, 304, Shreveport, 71101
Classic American Film from the Great Depression, it is one of the most popular screwball comedies of the 1930’s. FREE
November 12
The Grapes Of Wrath” Movie
CADDO – William Peter Park
, Greenwood, 0
The Robinson Film Center brings “The Grapes Of Wrath” movie to the big outdoor screen. FREE
November 12
Movie Showing of “The Journey of Natty Gann”
LINCOLN – Lincoln Parish Library
6:00 PM
910 N. Trenton St., Ruston, 71270
A showing of this movie, set in 1935, “The Journey of Natty Gann” is the story of a young woman out of work because of the Great Depression who travels across the country to find work in the timber industry and the adventures that she encounters. FREE (318)251-5030
November 14
Meet & Greet Authors of Books themed to the Great Depression & New Deal Era
CADDO – artspace
1 pm – 6 pm
710 Texas St., Shreveport, 71101
Local and regional authors will convene at artspace to share the books they have written that are themed to the Great Depression and New Deal Era. Featuring author Robert Leighninger at 1:00 pm on his book, Building Louisiana. Visitors will have the opportunity to meet the authors, engage in personal discussions, and purchase their books. FREE (318) 673-6535
November 16
The Grapes Of Wrath” Film
RICHLAND – Richland Arts Center
6:00 PM
193 Highway 3049, Rayville, 71269
The Robinson Film Center will present a public showing of “The Grapes Of Wrath” movie. FREE (318) 669-4434
November 17
Sullivan’s Travels
CADDO – Robinson Film Center
7:30 PM
617 Texas Street, Shreveport, 71105
Classic American Film from the Great Depression, this brilliant, often devastating look at Hollywood and the real world behind its tinsel is arguably Preston Sturge’s greatest film. FREE
November 17
The Grapes Of Wrath” Movie
TENSAS – St Joseph Arts, Inc.
6:30 PM
US Highway 65, St. Joseph, 71366
The Robinson Film Center brings “The Grapes Of Wrath” movie to the big outdoor screen. FREE (318) 766-3344
November 19
The Grapes Of Wrath Book Discussion
OUACHITA – Strauss Theater
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
1300 Lamy Lane, Monroe, 71201
Brown Bag Book Discussion on John Steinbeck’s classic American novel “The Grapes Of Wrath.” (318) 323-6681
November 19
Sullivan’s Travels
CADDO – Centenary College
7:30 PM
Jackson Hall, 304, Shreveport, 71101
Classic American Film from the Great Depression, this brilliant, often devastating look at Hollywood and the real world behind its tinsel is arguably Preston Sturge’s greatest film. FREE
November 19
Student Presentation of their Great Depression Artworks
CADDO – artspace
10 am – 1 pm
710 Texas St., Shreveport, 71101
Students will convene to see a final presentation of the artworks created by their fellow schools participating in the Great Depression Arts In Education Residency, including the play developed by nationally known screenwriter Jim Hart, a documentary by Patrick Long, and storytellers led by Jeannine Pasini-Beekman. FREE (318) 673-6535
November 19
The Grapes Of Wrath” Movie
FRANKLIN – The Princess Theatre
7:00 PM
714 Prairie St., Winnsboro, 71295
The Robinson Film Center brings “The Grapes Of Wrath” movie to the big outdoor screen. (318) 435-6299
November 19
Historical Happenings-Great Depression
LINCOLN – Lincoln Parish Library
6:30 PM
910 N. Trenton St., Ruston, 71270
Great Depression historian, Jeff Hendricks of Shreveport, will speak on historical events during the Depression Era. FREE (318)251-5030
November 29
Synergy Brass Quintet
MOREHOUSE – The Rose Theatre
2:00 PM
102 East Jefferson Avenue, Bastrop, 71221
After a brunch at The Visitor Center, stroll to the theatre for an exciting afternoon of music. The Synergy Brass Quintet is acclaimed for “a veritable fireworks display of outstanding musical ability combined with superb showmanship in addition to “blazing precision and amazing technique” the quintet has emerged as one of the world’s most exciting ensembles and has hit on a magical approach of exuberanceand a rock star approach to performing. $50 PP; $25 students (318) 283-0120
December 05
Monroe Symphony Orchestra and Synergy Brass Quintet
OUACHITA – Monroe Civic Center
3:00 PM
401 Lea Joyner Memorial Expy, Monroe, 71201
An afternoon of well-known holiday melodies for the Holiday Pops Concert. (318) 812-6761
December 06
Synergy Brass Quintet
FRANKLIN – The Princess Theatre
714 Prairie St., Winnsboro, 71295
The Synergy Brass Quintet is acclaimed for “a veritable fireworks display of outstanding musical ability combined with superb showmanship in addition to “blazing precision and amazing technique” the quintet has emerged as one of the world’s most exciting ensembles and has hit on a magical approach of exuberanceand a rock star approach to performing. $15 PP, $10 students (318) 435-6299
December 09
Synergy Brass Quintet
MADISON – Madison Historical Society
, Tallulah, 71284
The Synergy Brass Quintet is acclaimed for “a veritable fireworks display of outstanding musical ability combined with superb showmanship in addition to “blazing precision and amazing technique” the quintet has emerged as one of the world’s most exciting ensembles and has hit on a magical approach of exuberanceand a rock star approach to performing. (318) 574-0082
December 11
Synergy Brass Quintet
LINCOLN – Dixie Center for the Arts
7:30 PM
212 N. Vienna St., Ruston, 71270
The Synergy Brass Quintet is acclaimed for “a veritable fireworks display of outstanding musical ability combined with superb showmanship in addition to “blazing precision and amazing technique” the quintet has emerged as one of the world’s most exciting ensembles and has hit on a magical approach of exuberanceand a rock star approach to performing. (318) 255-1450
December 15-18
Louisiana Delta Ballet: The Polar Express
OUACHITA – Monroe Civic Center
401 Lea Joyner Memorial Expy, Monroe, 71201
One-of-a-kind version of an enchanting tale of a boy who takes a magical ride to the North Pole to receive a special gift from Santa! Artistic Director Missy Crain will bring this timeless story to life on the Monroe Civic Center’s Jack Howard Theater stage. Families don’t want to miss this magical evening of beautiful classical ballet, the popular voice of Corey Trahan and a reminder to us all that Christmas is about Faith and believing in things we sometimes cannot see. (318) 345-1155
February 11
Big River: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn
CADDO – Southfield School
TBD
, Shreveport, 0
Shreveport Little Theatre and Academy presents this entertaining musical about life and its many adventures. TBD (318) 424-4439
February 13
Happy Days Are Here Again!
OUACHITA – Monroe Civic Center
7:00 PM
401 Lea Joyner Memorial Expy, Monroe, 71201
Monroe Symphony Orchestra and the Louisiana Delta Ballet join forces to put a smile to your face and a melody in your heart through the magic of music and dance. An event for the whole family . . . and one not to be missed. (318) 812-6767
February 15 – April 30
Elder’s Visual Exhibit
OUACHITA – Masur Museum of Art
1400 South Grand Street, Monroe, 71202
An exhibition of photographs of the Elders selected for the TRIUMPH OVER TRAGEDY Exhibition, including lectures on the Great Depression Era. FREE (318) 329-2237
March 27
Pickin’ & Grinnin’ Bluegrass and Country Show
DESOTO – BackAlley Community Theatre
7:00 PM
904 Mary Jane Blvd., Grand Cane, 71052
Bluegrass is a style developed during the mid-1940’s as a response to dealing with the challenging times of the Great Depression. Because of war rationing, recording was limited during that time and it would be most accurate to say was played some time after WWII but no earlier. No one person could have claimed to “invented” it. Rather, bluegrass is an amalgam of old time country music, country, ragtime, and jazz. Nevertheless bluegrass’s beginnings can be traced to one band. Today Bill Monroe is referred as the “founding father” of bluegrass music; the bluegrass style was named for his band, the Blue Grass Boys, formed in 1939. $5 (318) 872-6373
April 16-18
Ballet Under the Stars
OUACHITA – Kiroli Park
16-17 at 7:30 PM, 18 at 2:00 PM
820 Kiroli Road, West Monroe, 71291
Twin City Ballet Company’s annual Ballet Under the Stars will feature an enchanting evening of original works choreographed especially for this venue. $60 – $380 (318) 388-3011
April 18
The Wizard of Oz Ballet
CADDO – Riverview Theatre
3:00 PM
600 Clyde Fant Parkway, Shreveport, 71101
The Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet (SMB) will reprise its original full-length classical ballet “The Wizard of Oz,” which premiered to great acclaim in 2006. The ballet features an original score by SMB Music Director, Kermit Poling, and original choreography by SMB Artistic Director, Kendra Meiki and former co-Artistic Director Adrienne Brooks. SMB’s “The Wizard of Oz” provides audiences with a new look at the beloved story known to so many and it also gives audiences in our community the chance to enjoy classical ballet and live classical music in the same setting. $10-$35 (318) 866-9916
April 29-30, May 1, 2, 6, 7, 8, 9
Auntie Mame
OUACHITA – Strauss Theater
1300 Lamy Lane, Monroe, 71201
Always armed with a colorful dress and an acerbic quip the flamboyant vibrant socialite Mame Dennis tries to live life and enjoy it just for the heck of it. Then into her world comes her young orphaned nephew Patrick. Immediately the two become devoted to each other and Mame spends her time trying to rescue Patrick from the stuffy conventional people he’s used to. There are a couple of bumps along the way but there are plenty of zany adventures. $25, $15 Students (318) 323-6681
