Plantation Ball: The 64th annual Plantation Ball continued its traditions of a formal presentation, Virginia Reel and old-fashioned plantation breakfast. It was held at the Scottish Rite Temple on April 22 as part of Holiday in Dixie. The event began as a way for area planters to squire their lovely ladies. Sons of planters began being recognized in 1963. Twenty daughters and sons were presented this year. Colleen LeBlanc chaired the event.

–Mary Ann Van Osdell

Lalas: The Lalas, billed as one of the hottest shows in Los Angeles, took stage at DiamondJacks on April 23. They held a meet and greet before the show. The burlesque dancers also hold jobs as actresses, America’s Got Talent contestants, choreographers, and one is from Australia and has performed at the Sydney Opera House.

–Mary Ann Van Osdell

Crawfish for the Homeless: The third annual Crawfish with Clergy, which benefitted Hope for the Homeless, was held outdoors on April 16 at HOPE Connections on Levy Street. Guests enjoyed crawfish, sausage sandwiches and desserts. The Street Outreach Team truck was on display, and Stillwell Woodworks donated small wooden doors that were decorated for the silent auction.

–Mary Ann Van Osdell

Reserve Steakhouse: On Saturday, March 5, the Petroleum Club in Downtown Shreveport launched their new fine dining concept, The Reserve Steakhouse. Available Saturday nights to members only, the Reserve Steakhouse features an all-new menu, including steaks that have been dry aged for 21 days.

–Mark Crawford