🐝Fat Tuesday Eve - Things To Do

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Good evening! The Shreveport Buzz is like a good dream—exciting, full of surprises, and you wake up wanting more!

In today’s Shreveport Buzz:

  • 🥩 Monday Steak Night at Fatty Arbuckles

  • 🎭 Beads & Brushes: A DIY Mardi Gras Bead Art Event

  • 🎨 Bossier Schools Celebrate Student Creativity at 6th Annual i3 Art Expo

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THE DIGEST

📱 AT&T Executive Leads with Excellence for the Next Generation

  • Inspiring leadership in action! An AT&T executive is making waves by mentoring and empowering the next generation of business professionals. A story of success, service, and forward-thinking leadership! 🌟 Click Here

🎭 Leadership Behind the Scenes: The Unsung Heroes Making an Impact

  • Great leadership isn’t always in the spotlight! This feature dives into the behind-the-scenes efforts of dedicated professionals who are shaping communities and industries without the need for recognition. 👏 Click Here

🏛️ Shreveport City Council Backs Bill to Hold Negligent Landlords Accountable

  • Strengthening tenant protections! The Shreveport City Council is supporting a House bill that would penalize landlords who fail to maintain livable properties. A big win for renters' rights in the city! 🏠 Click Here

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Mardi Gras Decorations on Farm Property, Shreveport, LA

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WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE CITY?

🧟 Zombie Survival Camp – Learn to Survive the Apocalypse!

A thrilling Spring Break camp where kids learn survival skills like archery, fire building, fishing, and more—plus zombie sports and war games!

📅 March 3, 2025📍Shreveport, LA🏹 Ready to test your survival skills? Register now!

🥩 Monday Steak Night at Fatty Arbuckles

Start your week right with a perfectly grilled steak dinner, great company, and a laid-back atmosphere. No reservations needed!

📅 March 3, 2025📍Shreveport, LA🍷 Treat yourself to a delicious Monday night meal! More info here.

🎭 Beads & Brushes: A DIY Mardi Gras Bead Art Event

Get creative and transform Mardi Gras beads into stunning art pieces in this hands-on DIY workshop!

📅 March 3, 2025📍Shreveport, LA🎨 Unleash your inner artist and create something festive! Find details here.

🍖 Beast Feast – A Night of Wild Game & Flavor!

Indulge in an incredible feast featuring wild game, unique dishes, and a community gathering celebrating the outdoors.

📅 March 4, 2025📍Bossier City, LA🍽️ Ready for a feast like no other? Get all the details here!

🎭 Mardi Gras Parade – East Reservation Celebration!

Experience the excitement of a festive Mardi Gras parade, complete with colorful floats, beads, and music!

📅 March 4, 2025📍Bossier City, LA🎉 Don’t miss this Fat Tuesday celebration! Join the fun!

👑 Gilded in Grace March Meeting

A gathering of elegance and inspiration! Join a group of like-minded individuals for a special discussion and community building.

📅 March 4, 2025📍Shreveport, LA✨ Connect and be inspired at this exclusive event! Find more info here.

💼 Barksdale Spouses Club Interest Meeting

Learn more about how to get involved with the Barksdale Spouses Club, meet new people, and engage with your military community!

📅 March 4, 2025📍Bossier City, LA👥 Interested in joining? Find out more here!

🎭 Fat Tuesday – The Ultimate Mardi Gras Party!

Celebrate Mardi Gras in style with live music, delicious food, and plenty of beads and fun!

📅 March 4, 2025📍Bossier City, LA🎊 Get ready for a Fat Tuesday like no other! Join the celebration!

🎉 Fat Tuesday Children's Parade 2025

Learn expert pruning techniques to keep your roses thriving!

📅 March 1, 2025📍Shreveport, LA✂️ Join this hands-on gardening event to enhance your rose care skills! More details here.

💃 R&B Swingout & 2-Step Dance Class

A fun, family-friendly Mardi Gras parade just for the kids! Beads, music, and excitement fill the air for this festive event!

📅 March 4, 2025📍Bossier City, LA🎈 A perfect parade for the little ones! Get the details here!

🛠 Northwest Louisiana Career & Job Fair

Looking for a new opportunity? Meet top employers, network, and explore job openings in various industries!

📅 March 4, 2025📍Bossier City, LA💼 Take the next step in your career! Find job opportunities here!

🔬 BPCC Technology Career Exploration Event

Discover careers in technology, meet industry professionals, and explore opportunities in an ever-growing field!

📅 March 4, 2025📍Bossier City, LA💻 Explore tech careers and start your journey! Learn more here.

CIVIL INSIGHT

🧹 Invitation for Bids: Janitorial Supplies and Disposable Goods

The Parish of Caddo is inviting bids for IFB 25-10, covering janitorial supplies, trash liners, paper products, and disposable goods.

  • Bid Period: February 20, 2025, 8:00 AM – March 11, 2025, 3:00 PM

  • Location: Government Plaza, 1st Floor, 505 Travis Street, Shreveport, LA 71101

Interested vendors are encouraged to submit their bids within the specified period. Click here for more details.

📈 Economic Development Committee Meeting

Date: Monday, March 3, 2025​

Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM​

Location: Government Plaza, 505 Travis Street, 1st Floor, Shreveport, LA 71101​

Agenda Highlights:

  • Roll Call​

  • Invocation​

  • Pledge of Allegiance​

  • Agenda Additions​

  • Public Comments​

  • New Business​

  • Adjournment

The public is encouraged to attend.

Date: Monday, March 3, 2025​

Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM​

Location: Government Plaza, 505 Travis Street, 1st Floor, Shreveport, LA 71101

Agenda Highlights:

  • Roll Call​

  • Invocation​

  • Pledge of Allegiance​

  • Agenda Additions​

  • Public Comments​

  • New Business​

  • Adjournment​

The public is encouraged to attend.

📋 Personnel, Policies, and Procedures Committee Meeting

Date: Monday, March 3, 2025​

Time: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM​

Location: Government Plaza, 505 Travis Street, 1st Floor, Shreveport, LA 71101​

Agenda Highlights:

  • Roll Call​

  • Invocation

  • Pledge of Allegiance​

  • Agenda Additions​

  • Public Comments​

  • New Business

  • Adjournment

The public is encouraged to attend.

🏛️ Work Session Meeting of the Caddo Parish Commission

Date: Monday, March 3, 2025​

Time: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM​

Location: Government Plaza, 505 Travis Street, 1st Floor, Shreveport, LA 71101

Agenda Highlights:

  • Roll Call​

  • Invocation​

  • Pledge of Allegiance​

  • Agenda Additions​

  • Citizens Comments​

  • New Business​

  • Adjournment​

The public is encouraged to attend

🏠 Property Standards Committee Meeting

Date: Tuesday, March 4, 2025​

Time: 10:30 AM​

Location: Government Chamber, 1st Floor of Government Plaza, 505 Travis Street, Shreveport, LA 71101​

Agenda Highlights:

  • Opening Comments from Chair Tabatha Taylor​

  • Public Comments​

  • Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes​

  • Discussion on Landlords and Squatters​

  • Demolition Report​

  • Illegal Dumping and Camera Update​

  • Bulk Pickups​

  • Update on DOTD Litter Pick-Up​

  • Commercial Property Litter​

The public is welcome to attend.

📚 Caddo Parish School Board Executive Committee/Board Work Session

Date: Tuesday, March 4, 2025​

Time: 3:00 PM – 6:30 PM​

Location: Caddo Parish School Board Office, 1961 Midway Ave, Shreveport, LA 71130​

Agenda Highlights:

  • Executive Committee Meeting​

  • Board Work Session​

The public is welcome to attend.

WEATHER

Monday

67 🌡️ 64 | ☁️ | 56% 🥵 | 💨 SE 14 mph​

Note: Mostly cloudy and breezy; a couple of showers late this afternoon; there is a significant risk of severe thunderstorms tomorrow.

Severe Weather Alert:

A multi-day severe weather outbreak is expected to begin late Monday through at least Wednesday, affecting tens of millions from the Plains to the Southeast. This system may produce severe thunderstorms, large hail, damaging winds, and the potential for strong tornadoes. Residents are advised to stay updated and take necessary precautions.

Tuesday

72 🌡️ 47 | 🌩️ | 85% 🥵 | 💨 SW 14 mph​

Note: A couple of thunderstorms around, some severe; cloudy and windy; there is a significant risk for damaging wind gusts, tornadoes, and large hail.

Severe Weather Alert:

A multi-day severe weather outbreak is expected to affect tens of millions from the Plains to the Southeast, including Shreveport. This system may produce severe thunderstorms, large hail, damaging winds, and the potential for strong tornadoes. Residents are advised to stay updated and take necessary precautions.

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LIVE MUSIC BOOGIE

Monday

Flying Heart Brewing & Pub | Trivia Night | 7:00 PM
Laugh Out Loud | Words Over Lattes ft Munzay | 7:00 PM

Tuesday

Great Raft Brewing | Fat Tuesday | 4:00 PM
The Hangar | Fat Tuesday Party | 4:00 PM
Zuzul | Fat Tuesday | 5:00 PM
The Noble Savage | Fat Tuesday Party | 5:00 PM
Acadiana Seafood | Beaux Atkins | 6:00 PM
Joe's Crab Shack | Karaoke Night | 6:00 PM
Frank's Pizza Napoletana | Bo Smith | 6:00 PM
Lake Street Bar | Tacos & Tequila | 7:00 PM
Bourbon Bar | Trivia Tuesdays | 7:30 PM

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