Bourbon Art Studios

07/29/2026

Become a part of a great organization!

Last chance to save on membership costs! We would love to have you💜💚💛

06/26/2026

We had a great time at Northeast Louisiana Arts Council 40th Annual Arts Awards. Charles Ross, Meg Keene and I enjoyed the event. Although I did not win my category, I was just so excited to be a part of it. I love this community!

06/23/2026

Get ready for a night of laughter in West Monroe! 🎭😂

Join us on Saturday, June 27, at the West Monroe Convention Center for The Carol Burnett Show: An Evening of Hilarious Skits, presented by Twin City Entertainment in partnership with the West Monroe-West Ouachita Chamber of Commerce and the City of West Monroe.

This family-friendly, staged theatre-style production brings beloved comedy sketches to life for an evening of fun and entertainment that audiences of all ages are sure to enjoy.

🎟️ Tickets are $25 and include admission to the live show. Concessions will be available, and proceeds from ticket sales will benefit the Kiroli Foundation.
Grab your tickets and get ready for an evening filled with laughter and community fun!

🎟️ https://tc-entertainment.com/?fbclid=IwVERDUASmf6ZleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeBBnp1yb5Wf5zjd_EZLCCYgBbGOCvkooVAcPSf6A802M5sWsDK5g-S66ZGUQ_aem_Nfg056hSyqlOdEHQUnFA5Q

Twin City Entertainment West Monroe-West Ouachita Chamber of Commerce West Monroe Parks & Recreation

06/07/2026

🎉 ORGANIZATION VENDOR BOOTH GIVEAWAY! 🎉
The Louisiana Watermelon Festival is giving away THREE vendor booth spaces for the July 24-25 festival!
Are you part of a Louisiana-based nonprofit, school group, church, civic organization, or other community organization? We'd love to have you join us!
🍉 HOW TO ENTER:
✅ Follow our page
✅ Like this post
✅ Share this post
✅ Comment with your organization's name
🍉 ELIGIBILITY:
• Louisiana-based nonprofit, school, church, civic, or community organization
• Must be available to staff the booth during festival hours on July 24-25
• Must provide an activity, information, fundraising opportunity, or community outreach at the booth
Three organizations will be selected to receive a complimentary vendor space at this year's Louisiana Watermelon Festival!
📅 Entry deadline: Friday, June 12th
📍 Winners announced: Monday, June 15th
Help us spread the word and showcase the amazing organizations serving communities across Union Parish!

06/07/2026

🍉 Calling All Vendors! 🍉

We’re excited to announce that vendor applications are now OPEN for the 63rd Annual Louisiana Watermelon Festival! Don’t miss your chance to be part of this cherished tradition in Farmerville.

🗓 Festival Dates: July 24-25, 2026
📍 Location: Downtown Farmerville, Louisiana

Whether you’re selling handmade crafts, delicious food, unique products, or services, there’s a spot for you!

louisianawatermelonfestival.org/vendors

App link: https://pci.jotform.com/form/250184574822156

Spaces fill quickly, so secure yours now! We can’t wait to see you at the sweetest festival in Louisiana! 🍉

06/07/2026

Had a fantastic time at the Louisiana Peach Festival, yesterday. I didn’t have time to take many photos, here are a few.

06/06/2026

Come see us today at Louisiana Peach Festival in Ruston!

05/12/2026

A BIG THANK YOU, to all that voted, as well as the Northeast Louisiana Northeast Louisiana Arts Council for all you do to promote the arts in our area!! ❤️❤️❤️

The public has voted, and we are excited to officially announce the finalists for the 40th Annual Northeast Louisiana Arts Council Arts Awards.

For nearly 40 years, the Arts Awards have celebrated the artists, educators, organizations, businesses, volunteers, and advocates who shape the cultural landscape of Northeast Louisiana. This year’s finalists were selected through a region-wide public voting process, reflecting the voices and support of the communities they serve.

Please join us in congratulating the following finalists:

🎨 Arts Educator of the Year (K–12)
• Danny Mejia
• Jason Gray
• Joni Dollar
• Deana Revels
• Jeanne Patterson

🎓 Higher Education Arts Educator of the Year
• Claire Vangelisti
• Joey Slaughter
• Emily Ezell
• Brooke Cassady
• Megan Smith

🖌 Visual Artist of the Year
• Ashley Greer
• Natalie Sturgis
• Vitus Shell
• Stacy Medaries
• Krewe Creative

🎭 Performing Artist of the Year
• Emily Stogner
• Taylor Michiels
• Jackson Culp
• Moira O’Connor
• The John L. Brown Sr. Memorial Scholarship Band

🌟 Emerging Artist
• Kassie Greer
• Jari Richardson
• Chloë Alexander
• Jansyn Jenkins
• Daija Essien

✍️ Literary Artist of the Year
• John Brown
• Jamie Mayes
• Monique Shantay

🌍 Community Arts Impact Award
• Madge Ross
• Brandon Virgil Sr.
• Dr. Alicia Jones
• Cathy Airhart-Webb

🏢 BART Award (Business Art Award)
• Tommy’s Tees
• Creative Exchange
• KEDM
• Flying Tiger Brewery
• The Good Daze

🤝 Volunteer of the Year
• Eleanor Hatfield
• Taylor Michiels
• Jennifer Haynes
• Nirali Patel
• Patrik Pyburn

Award recipients will be announced during the 40th Annual Arts Awards celebration on:

Thursday, June 25, 2026
Strauss Theatre Center
Monroe, Louisiana

Limited tickets are available - call 318-397-6717 or email [email protected] to reserve yours, as seating is limited.

We extend our sincere thanks to everyone who submitted nominations, participated in public voting, and continues to support the arts across Region 8.

The Arts Awards belong to this region - and this year, the region helped decide.

05/06/2026