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Bayou Scene

By Reagan Henderson
In Bayou Scene
May 21st, 2014
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A sell-out crowd that spanned the ages packed the Biedenharn Recital Hall at ULM to hear four amazing voices and two virtuoso pianists create aural magic as they performed everyone’s ultimate showtunes to benefit the Strauss Theatre Center. The Strauss had a streak of unfortunate events culminating i...
By Reagan Henderson
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May 21st, 2014
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The Men Who Cook, Men Who Brew and Men Who Mix took over the beautiful Island Drive home of Dr. Walter and Sue Sartor for the annual Blend of the Bayou celebration, which benefits the Northeast Louisiana Arts Council. More than one hundred grill masters, cooks and drink mixers donned their aprons for...
By Reagan Henderson
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May 21st, 2014
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On April 1st, HerringStone’s celebrated their 25th anniversary with a party hosted by owner’s Debbie Herrington and Cindy Stone. Loyal customers and friends gathered at the Forsythe location to show their support. Among those in the crowd were Sandra and G.G. Shinn, Hannah and Heather Hayes, Bonnie a...
By Reagan Henderson
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May 21st, 2014
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The students, staff and families of Jesus the Good Shepherd School borrowed a page from Clark W. Griswold to take a day-long vacation and travel the continent, from New York to Nevada for the 2014 May Day celebration. Parents and students from Pre-K3 to 6th Grade enjoyed a day of fun and festivities,...
By Reagan Henderson
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May 21st, 2014
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The threat of a little inclement weather couldn’t dampen spirits at the University of Louisiana-Monroe, when it hosted its annual Wine Over Water fundraiser. While the annual Alumni Association event is usually held on the bridge across Bayou Desiard, this year’s event moved indoors, to F...
By Reagan Henderson
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May 21st, 2014
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Recently, Montessori of West Monroe held Dress Up 2 Cure – A Fundraiser with Girl Power 2 Cure in honor of Hannah Hooks.  In December, Hannah was diagnosed with Rett Syndrome, a debilitating neurological disorder that primarily affects girls.  It is the most severe form of Autism that takes away the ...
By Reagan Henderson
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May 21st, 2014
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Shoppers abounded at the annual Spring Open House, on West Monroe’s historic Antique Alley shopping district Sunday, May 4. Strolling along the broad sidewalks of Trenton Street, shoppers visited and enjoyed light refreshments provided by the shops, but most importantly, the shoppers hunted for...
By Reagan Henderson
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May 21st, 2014
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The crowds turned out at Neville High School Saturday, May 10, to witness New Orleans jazz legend Ronnie Kole dominate the keys and tickle the ears of music lovers with a Concert to End Polio. The concert was organized by the Monroe Rotary Club as a benefit for Rotary International’s “End...
By Reagan Henderson
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May 21st, 2014
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Hundreds of guested showed up April 26 at JPS Hangar #9 for the 18th Annual Bash, hosted by the Northeast Louisiana chapter of the American Red Cross. The military-themed BASH has become a staple of the spring party scene, and this year was no exception. Patrons dined on grilled steak and chicken pro...
By Reagan Henderson
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May 21st, 2014
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It’s not May without the Brown Bag Concert Series, held each Wednesday in April at the Anna Gray Noe Park in downtown Monroe. Situated on two acres of beautiful manicured lawns, the Brown Bag Concerts have become a staple of Spring in Monroe. Tommy Fields was on hand for one such concert, and c...