Bossier Arts Council held an opening reception for their new exhibit featuring the works of Whitney Caskey, Jason Pliler and Kyle Emerson Newton. Artists, patrons and friends turned out for the gathering and enjoyed hors d’oeuvres and libations while examining the recent works of the artists.

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Booker T Washington High School Class of 1966 held its 50th Year Class Reunion June 9-12 at the Hilton Hotel and Shreveport Convention Center. The theme was “The Golden Years: A Time to Remember and Refl ect.” Among the activities were a meet and greet, Hilton Hotel Ballroom; indoor picnic, WK Simpkins Education Center; reunion banquet, Shreveport Convention Center; memorial service, Willow Chute Baptist Church; reunion dance, Shreveport Convention Center; and worship service, Willow Chute Baptist Church.

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Centaur: On May 21 at the Olde Oaks home of Centaur Captain Susan Shofner and husband, Bobby, the Krewe of Centaur hosted an appreciation party, recognizing and thanking all the float lieutenants, board members and sponsors. The party was also hosted by Diane Aillet, Tina Rose, and Brian and Jennifer Hammons.

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Krewe of Elders: The Krewe of Elders had a tea for the reigning Queen XVIII Wanda Cunningham on Sunday, June 12. The event was held at the home of Sylvia Mobley.

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