Spring break is right around the corner. It might mean a vacation from school and work, but it doesn’t have to mean a departure from fun.
So pack your bags and travel to Shreveport-Bossier: Louisiana’s Other Side, a family-friendly place suitable for kids big and small (that includes you, Mom and Dad). Shreveport-Bossier has lots of things to keep you occupied and spice up your family’s spring break vacation. Skip the dull getaways of the past and prepare for thrills, wonders, and good ole plain fun.
On a budget? No problem! There are many free and inexpensive attractions and reasonably priced hotels in Shreveport-Bossier. The average daily hotel rate is just $70. To book a room today click here (www.shreveport-bossier.org)
For a free list of things to see and do click here (http://www.shreveportbossier.org/pdfs/brochures/FreeThingsToDo.pdf)
Here are some ideas for fun:
· Experience unexpected and unpredictable quality arts at Artspace at the West Edge (http://artspaceshreveport.com). Or just take a relaxing stroll while enjoying the beautiful flowers and lush landscape of the Gardens of the American Rose Center (http://www.ars.org/) or art and gardens at R.W. Norton Art Gallery (http://www.rwnaf.org).
· Art Affaire in the Garden, March 20, will be held at the Barnwell Garden & Art Center (http://www.barnwellcenter.com). A treasure- trove of handcrafted works in glass, jewelry, fiber arts, mixed media, visual art, photography, and souvenirs can be found at the arts market at the Barnwell.
· Take a scavenger hunt and walk the nature trails in search of hidden objects April 10 at Walter B. Jacobs Memorial Nature Park (http://www.caddoparks.com/memorial.cfm). The park is a 160-acre pine-oak-hickory forest dedicated to connecting the people of the Ark-La-Tex with nature through interpretation and recreation.
· On April 18 check out The Wizard of Oz at Shreveport RiverView Theater (http://www.shreveportla.gov/dept/spar/CityFacilities/RiverHall.htm). The Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet (http://www.shreveportmetroballet.org) reprises its critically acclaimed original production with choreography by SMB Artistic Director Kendra Meiki and an original score by SMB Music Director Kermit Poling.
For more information about upcoming events in Shreveport-Bossier visit (http://www.shreveportbossierfunguide.com) and to book a room visit (http://www.shreveport-bossier.org).