By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Scene
Jul 1st, 2018
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On Friday, May 18, First National Bank held their annual Customer Appreciation Luncheon at their Monroe branch on North 18th. Customers and friends were treated to fried fish, shrimp, hushpuppies and fries cooked on site with all the trimmings. It is one of the many ways FNB likes say thanks to custo...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Scene
Jul 1st, 2018
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The spirit of Spain was alive in downtown Monroe on Saturday, June 9 as Flying Tiger Brewery hosted the annual Bulls in the Streets event, sponsored by Origin Bank. Runners donned their white shirts and red bandanas and raced through the streets with Roe City Rollers derby girls skating behind them, ...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Scene
Jul 1st, 2018
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June 16th marked the Inaugural Super Saturday and grand opening of the Children Coalition’s family centered garden. 2018 marks the twentieth anniversary of the Children’s Coalition, and Director Lynn Clark, staff members and board of trustees members were on hand to welcome families and volunteers in...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Scene
Jul 1st, 2018
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On May 10, at Bayou Pointe on ULM’s campus, the Monroe-West Monroe CVB hosted the Tourism Industry Awards Luncheon. Among the many people present were LT. Governor Billy Nungesser. The luncheon was held to honor those who have made exceptional contributions to the tourism industry in Ouachita Parish....
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Scene
Jul 1st, 2018
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On Thursday, May 10, Butter Bakery celebrated their official ribbon cutting. The all gluten free bakery is located on the first floor of the Vantage Building on DeSiard Street in the heart of downtown Monroe. Owners Charity and Adam Jones create a variety of sweet treats including cookies, cakes, muf...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Scene
Jul 1st, 2018
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A lively atmosphere with canopies, tents and thousands of spectators lined the banks of the bayou during the 2018 First National Bank Bayou DeSiard Dragon Boat Festival this past May. Nearly 600 rowers powered 26 competing team boats, testing their team work and paddling skills. Winning the Biz Cup a...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Scene
Jul 1st, 2018
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Thursday, April 26, Washington Wine and Spirits continued their Spring Into Wine by hosting a wine tasting featuring Carol Dreyfrus of Neat Wines. Guest were encouraged to chat with Carol and ask questions about the various wines she presented. Neat Wines is a company from Metairie, Louisiana that re...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Scene
Jun 4th, 2018
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The 90.3 KEDM Director’s Gala was held at the University of Louisiana Monroe in the Sculpture Garden on March 24. The event included tasteful finger foods from the area’s finest restaurants and caterers, an open bar which featured specialty drinks, craft beers and wine, as well as live music and a si...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Scene
Jun 4th, 2018
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Fashion Fusion 2018 was held in the Monroe Civic Center arena on April 28. The Debbie Bourg Dancers coordinated this year’s event with “Road trip” influence. Sponsored by BayouLife, The Radio People and many more, the participating boutiques showcased spring fashion as the girls (and guys) walked and...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Scene
Jun 4th, 2018
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May 5th this year was an exciting day for downtown Bastrop. The streets were closed off around the courthouse for the Second Annual Morehouse May Madness Street Festival. There were many exciting things going on that day, including a quilt show, a classic car exhibit, vendors with many unique items, ...
