Highland Restoration Association » Past Events

Banned in America

kgay — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 03:57:38 +0000

In honor of the First Amendment, the ACLU of Louisiana will host Shreveport’s 2nd public celebration of freedom of expression on Sunday, January 22 from 5pm-8pm. The “Banned in America” celebration will be held at The Philadelphia Center (2200 Centenary Blvd). The event, free and open to the public, will feature readings, songs, poetry and [...]

13th Annual World Religion Day

kgay — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 03:37:58 +0000

Learn about world religions from the people who live them at the 13th Annual World Religion Day on Saturday, January 21st from 1pm-5pm at the Highland Center (520 Olive). The purpose of the event is “to foster world peace, harmony, and understanding. We will accomplish these goals through education and communication via exhibits and demonstrations [...]

“The Cosmic Series” Exhibit at Lilah’s

kgay — Sun, 08 Jan 2012 19:03:49 +0000

During the month of January “The Cosmic Series” by C.S. Ellington will be on display’s at Lilah’s Deli and Bakery (440 Olive). The artist describes the series as “flowers suspended in the delicate colors of natural space. Abstracts using some of the same palette. I like a painting that causes the eyes of the viewer [...]

Mambo Italiano!

kgay — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 06:06:19 +0000

Come and enjoy some great music and fine dining with Mr. Tracy Dawn & Friends at the Olive Street Bistro (1027 Olive St) for “Mambo Italiano” on Christmas Eve at 6:30pm. You’ll enjoy classic Top 40 and holiday themed music while feasting on authentic Italian cuisine at the 5 star rated Olive Street Bistro. For [...]

Current Cultural Offerings in the Highland Area

kgay — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 04:00:55 +0000

Looking for some culture this holiday season? Look no further than the Highland area! The Meadows Museum (2911 Centenary Blvd) is currently featuring two exhibits: ”Species in Crisis: Endangered Flora” through December 31st and “The History and Collections of the Masur Museum of Art” through February 12. Visit the Meadows website at www.centenary.edu/meadows for for [...]

HRA 2011 Holiday Tour of Homes a Success!

kgay — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 03:44:44 +0000

Thanks to everyone who came out to support HRA and the historic Highland neighborhood this past weekend. The homes on tour were beautiful and decked out in their holiday finest, there was a good turnout from the community, and everyone who came had wonderful things to say about the neighborhood. Special thanks to ISA/Stewart Insurance [...]

Wideman Piano Competition Comes to Centenary

kgay — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 02:40:50 +0000

The 61st Annual Shreveport Symphony Nena Wideman International Piano Competition will take place Friday, December 2, through Sunday, December 4, in the Anderson Auditorium of the Hurley School of Music, located on the Centenary College campus. The event is free and open to the public with donations accepted at the door. Forty-three contestants, ranging in [...]

Highland Cultural District’s ‘Art from the Heart’ Show & Sale

kgay — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 06:53:21 +0000

30 artists representing a cross section of talent that creates, shows and sells art in the historic Highland neighborhood of Shreveport will be part of the official kickoff of the state of Louisiana’s newest Cultural District. Tuesday, November 29 at 11 am, Gaye Hamilton, the Manager at the Louisiana Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism, [...]