The Agora Borealis

06/18/2026

Don't miss out on this incredible offer to do something different this summer with your young creative.

Sanctuary Glass Studio is offering day camp experiences.

06/12/2026

Hi creatives!

Play piano? Have some vocal chops? Looking for a gig supporting budding talent?

Check the linked post.

The Talented Arts Program is excited to announce a Vocal & Piano Instructor job opening! We are looking for passionate, creative educators who are eager to inspire students and help grow their talent across Bossier Parish.

Interested applicants should send their resume to TAP Supervisor, Holly George, for consideration.

Help us spread the word and join us in continuing to make the arts thrive for our students!

06/11/2026

Join us at The Agora Borealis for a sound bath experience celebrating the New Moon.

Space is limited; be sure to get a ticket to this healing evening of renewal, good energy, and connectedness.

Never been to a sound bath before? Here's what to expect:

1. You’ll lie down or sit comfortably while instruments like singing bowls and chimes create layered, resonant sounds that help your body and mind slow down.

2. There’s nothing to watch or do, just notice how the vibrations feel; some people feel deep relaxation, others notice subtle emotional release.

3. It’s an easy, accessible way to unwind, reset your nervous system, and feel grounded, especially powerful if you’re not used to this kind of quiet, intentional space.

06/11/2026

Barnaby Blue Artist Reception @ The Korner Lounge TONIGHT.

See some samples of her work below.

06/10/2026

Have loved this park and the many celebrations that occur in it. Looking forward to this rededication!

Join us as we celebrate the revitalization of our beloved community park!

Mayor Arceneaux will officially rededicate the park and help us recognize the neighbors, organizations, and community partners whose hard work made this transformation possible. This has truly been a community effort from start to finish.

Enjoy a journey through Shreveport’s rich musical history with Chris Brown’s curated playlist, (Almost) 100 Years of Shreveport Songs. Families can also explore hands-on activities with Shreve Memorial Library’s Make & Go-Mobile Makerspace.

And of course, refreshments will be provided by Shreveport Biscuit Company!

Come celebrate the people, partnerships, and community spirit that helped bring new life to this special place. We can’t wait to see you there!

06/09/2026

Don't forget THIS Thursday is the Barnaby Blue Artist Reception @ The Korner Lounge!

We're ROLLING with these artist showcases, and we know you've been wondering where you could see amazing local art. We've got you covered.

Our next showcase is happening at one of our beloved gallery locations, The Korner Lounge, on June 11th, from 5 - 8pm, and will feature the work of Barnaby Blue.

Get a sneak peek of here: https://www.facebook.com/KornerLounge/posts/pfbid02oiVRKXKq8cpUJk4RQqgZQfaJV3oxyi4x6VWFooYRyMaGLn5f7fcwGKRJ78PQLbM7l

Want to check out their other work? Visit their website:
https://www.barnabebop.com/

About Barnaby:

Barnaby Blue — also known as their online moniker, barnaBEBOP — is a multi-talented artist who uses bright colors, surrealist imagery, and cartoony proportions to convey the thoughts and feelings that rattle through their noggin. Using digital illustration, animation, and design, along with sprinkles of physical media like clay, collage, and paint, they explore a wide array of subject matter that conveys a sense of whimsy.

Blue emphasizes caricatured expressions and poses to make the viewer feel what the character feels. They strive to make the world a more fun, loving, and weird place with their work.

When not in the studio, they can be found doodling on index cards, rewatching the same cartoons endlessly, and trying to befriend stray cats.
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Can't make it to the exhibition, no worries. Their work will be available for purchase and appreciation until June 20th at 800 Louisiana Avenue, Shreveport, LA 71101.

06/08/2026

Bossier Arts Council - BAC never disappoints with the great community events to get you out fo the house and connecting with your neighbors.

Come make your own miniature paintings and enjoy the works from the Pocket-Sized: Miniature Art Show on June 30th.

And don't forget, they're now located at the Louisiana Boardwalk.

While our Pocket Sized show fills our main gallery this June, we are inviting you to get creative at our Magnetic Mini Art Paint Party ⚡️

Join us for a fun-filled evening of painting tiny masterpieces on mini canvases that double as magnets, perfect for decorating your fridge or gifting to someone special. No experience needed. Just bring your creativity and enjoy a relaxing night of art, color, and community.

All supplies are included! Tickets are $25.00!
Reserve Your Seat Here: https://www.eventeny.com/events/magneticminiartpaintparty-30998/

06/04/2026

Support local as much as you can, when you can.

That money you spend comes right back to this community, and it means a lot to local artisans, makers, and businesses.

Thank you, Thomas DuBois - Pinnacle Realty Advisors, for this incredible post.

5 reasons your dollar is best spent locally.

5) About $0.68 of every dollar spent locally gets reinvested in your community. This isn't just about keeping money in the same spot. It's about making that money the most effective. When you spend your money inside of your community, it creates an economic synergy. You decide what businesses survive with your hard earned dollars.

4) You create a better place to live. Towns thriving with local, small businesses are just more interesting, culturally vibrant places to live. No one wants to live in a city dominated by national chains and big box stores. Ironically, if you want more variety and specialty options, think smaller. Not bigger.

3) Local businesses have to serve their communities well. They literally can't afford to offer a bad product or a substandard service. They don't have big, fancy marketing budgets to make up for it. So, every dollar and every customer counts. Most small businesses literally have their name on their buildings, so it's their reputation that's at stake, not just the bottom line.

2) Your dollar spent locally buys you access to real people, not a customer service line. Small business owners are passionate about what they do, so they are your best source of expert information on the subject. You don't have to worry about your call or your concern being outsourced to an overseas center. Chances are you'll be speaking to a knowledgeable business owner or employee when you shop locally.

1) Your dollar directly influences a life, not a logo. There is a person and a family behind every small business. What's more, 2 out of every 3 new jobs have been created by small businesses since 2014. So your dollar creates local jobs for other people in your community. Spending your dollar locally is the best investment you can make in your neighbor's life.

- Thomas

P.S. Check out one of my local favorite spots here in Shreveport, L.E. & Chalk. Tell them Thomas sent you. 😉

06/03/2026

Today is World Bicycle Day and we encourage you to take advantage of the many biking routes available to you in ad around Shreveport.

Even if you don't have a bike, consider taking a walk at one of our many local parks and gardens, and be sure to follow groups like Bike Shreveport and SB_Rides for information on group rides.

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