There’s nothing more quintessentially Louisiana than Mardi Gras — the vibrant, time-honored celebration of joy, culture, and community that precedes a season of fasting and reflection. While this tradition has deep roots in South Louisiana, northwest Louisiana has embraced its own Mardi Gras spirit for nearly four decades, thanks in large part to the Krewe of Gemini. Founded in 1989, …
With Father’s Day approaching, you may need some ideas of how to celebrate your dad. Every dad is different, but thankfully, Bossier Parish has many options. “There are several options that you can do with your family,” Bryan Reed, who his kids call a “professional dad” said. Here are a few ways to celebrate your dad in Bossier Parish for …
It’s been six years since Be Bossier has last spoken to bluesy Bossier Parish Native, Garrett Jacobs. When we last spoke, he was competing in American Idol and had made it to the Top 24. He went on to reach the Top 14 and has since relocated to Nashville, TN, where he is pursuing music full time! “I am a …
School is out, and summer fun is officially in session! Bossier City has plenty to offer if you’re looking for ways to keep your kids entertained and make the most of the sunny days ahead. From exciting community events to cool indoor activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. This summer is shaping up to be full of memories and …
Summer is here, school is out, and there are plenty of June events in Bossier Parish for the whole family. From art openings and fundraisers to soccer matches and a class on snakes for the kiddos, there’s no reason not to get out and enjoy what Bossier has to offer. Opening reception for The Inner Realms by Dyra Turner The …
We are halfway through crawfish season, but there is still time to get some of the best-tasting mudbugs in town. If you’re craving bold Louisiana flavor, Bossier City is boiling over with some of the best crawfish spots. From the laid-back vibes at BeauxJax Crafthouse, to the backyard boil feel of Cooyon’s Cajun Crawfish, and the crowd-favorite trays at Crawfish …
As summer heats up in Bossier City, families and visitors alike are diving into the area’s top spots to cool off and have fun. From neighborhood favorites like the pool at Mike Wood Memorial Park, to kid-friendly splashes at the North Bossier Park Splash pad at Brownlee, and even the more upscale, adult-access Dare Pool at Horseshoe Casino, there’s no …
April showers bring May flowers, but you might be asking yourself what you should try to grow. For those who don’t consider themselves to have a green thumb, a garden may seem like a tough task to take on. Thankfully, local places like Ellis Home and Garden help you not only pick out your plants and seeds but also assist …
Bossier is the biggest small town in Louisiana, and that unique disposition has created crumbs of knowledge that you can only learn by living in it. Outsiders might refer to it as hidden gems or even secrets, but there are a lot of common understandings that only locals know about the towns, parish, community, and culture of Bossier. Here are …
Usually, mudslinging is a bad thing, unless you are a new studio offering Bossier residents the chance to create art from all that mud. Magnolia Mudroom is a small, community-focused studio in Benton dedicated to offering a space for everyone at all skill levels to be able to create art from clay. They encourage learning from each other without judgment …
