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Margaritaville Resort Casino
Must be 21. Valid photo ID. Complete details at the Players Club Desk. Must be present to win..

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Shoppes at Bellemead
Altar’d State | Ann Taylor Loft | Apricot Lane | Charming Charlie | Chico’s | Coldwater Creek Francesca’s Collections | Frock Candy | James Avery Jewelry & Gifts | J. Jill | JOS A.

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CitLife
Isn’t that a beautiful connection? I first met Melanie Peacock, the president of the Junior League, through the phone when I worked for the Girl Scouts of Louisiana. I was in fund development and scoping out opportunities for funding programs that build female leaders “who make the world a better place.

[ September 2013 ]
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COOKING CLASSIC
The 14th Annual Gentlemen’s Cooking Classic attracted 46 chefs and 13 “lil’ chefs” as well as a huge crowd June 22 at the Shreveport Convention Center. The event is hosted by the Southern University at Shreveport Foundation. Brookshire’s/Super 1 was the other major sponsor.

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NEST FEST
1. Randy Pilcher, Hallie Overfield, Merlin Rubsteck, Ryne Pilche 2. Kathy French, Jarred Franklin 3. Jon Stevenson, Tanya Scripture, Tiffany Mogridge, Felicia Tharp, Heather Dudley 4. Carolyn and David Burroughs 5. Gloria and Al Yantis 6. Janis Castine, Claudine Bond 7.

Ethan Allen Platinum
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AUCTION AGAINST AIDS
Guests enjoyed an ethereal night of epicurean feast, majestic auction items and great entertainment for the eyes and ears at a Midsummer Night’s Dream – the 24th Auction Against AIDS. It was held Aug. 3 at the Horseshoe Riverdome.

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Style Your Home for Fall
G A R D E N E L E M E N T S • H O M E A C C E N T S • C U S T O M C R E AT I O N S.

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ICING ON THE CAKE
I rubbed her back, gently causing her to stir, and scooped her from her crib for a few quiet mommy/daughter snuggles before changing her into her party outfit and taking her outside.

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PAMPERED
My life with pampering products started around the age 14. The aromas of Bath & Body Works knew how to lure me in while at the mall with friends. These products became birthday presents, both given and received. Shortly after, makeup made its way to my list of female essentials.

Aperio Salon
One of the many elements that make Aperio Salon special and unique is the high quality of service. “We offer one-on-one quality services to our customers, rather than herding clients through as quickly as possible,” Boyett said. “A strong factor to our success is being open and honest with our customers and doing as much for them as possible.

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A SMARTER LOST AND FOUND
On Isabel’s first day of kindergarten, my husband and I took her to school. She was so excited, and my husband was enjoying this milestone in her life. I was not doing so well. Holding it together by a thread, I was just one sniffle away from a floodgate of tears pouring forth on the steps of the school.

Airline Family Dentistry
Let Dr. Brown and his staff help keep you smiling with a comprehensive oral exam and cleaning..

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A TOAST TO LOCAL BEER
This fall is going to be an especially wonderful few months for area craft beer connoisseurs. After watching from the sidelines as craft breweries like Abita, Tin Roof, NOLA Brewing Company and Bayou Teche Brewing have flourished in southern...

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A League of their own
Serving the community through effective action and volunteerism for more than 80 years, the Junior League of Shreveport-Bossier continues to remain committed to both the city and league members.

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Veins Treatment Center
8001 Youree Drive Suite 570 Shreveport, LA 71115 Now a United Health Care Provider.

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Wine, Cheese and Therapies— Insight Your Senses!
Food Therapy: Enjoy a divine 4 course meal with wine, prepared by award winning, Chef Giuseppe Brucia. Music Therapy: Be soothed with live music by local performers. Touch Therapy: Relax & rejuvenate in our massage therapy lounge. Green Therapy: Get a rush from bidding on items in our silent auction.

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‘MY MEDITATION’
Aft er spending his fi rst post-graduation year working as a farm hand, he came to Shreveport to meet with someone at Brown Builders who he felt could teach him something about copyrights. He was eager to pick up pointers on that subject because besides his interest in fi ne arts, he also had an intense interest in music and the art of songwriting.

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‘PRECIOUS COMMODITY’
Tina Kendrick will be honored as the next Community Gem and will enjoy a beautiful necklace, courtesy of Clarkes Jewelers. Nicknamed “Gemma”, this exquisite piece is part of a loan to Kendrick and prior Gems as a way of recognizing local women for their hard work and community contributions.

Benote Salon
Specializing in Stand by Stand keratin Bond hair extensions We are certified Medical Hairloss Technicians.

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BENEFITING BOOK-LOVERS
“The Centenary Muses inaugurated the annual Friends of Centenary Book Bazaar in the fall of 1987, holding the first bazaars in Mall St. Vincent,” she said. “Their original and continuing purpose is to improve student life with all of the bazaar proceeds supporting student-initiated projects.

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Fancy Pantz & Moore Resale Boutique
Jeans • Shoes High End Resale Clothing & Accessories Coach • MissMe Louis Vuitton Rock Revival.

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ENTERTAINING OUTSIDE
Enhance the look of your current table and chairs with a quick finish update with Rust Protector from Krylon. This spray paint works wonders on weathered metal tables and chairs, providing coverage, durability and corrosion protection.

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MARGARITA VILLE
If you are looking for an upscale evening that feels like a tropical getaway, Jimmy’s Seafood and Steak at Margaritaville is your spot. With gorgeous river views and a traditional “club” feel, Jimmy’s provides a mixture of Louisiana comforts and tropical flavors that ensure an unforgettable evening.

Regions Mortage
7225 Fern Avenue, Suite 900 • Shreveport, LA 71105 (318) 795-2620 • WWW.REGIONSMORTGAGE.COM.

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GRIDIRON GRUB
There is a certain euphoria that fills the air from September through February. Like many people, I live for football. Of all the sports that can be watched live or in the comfort of your living room, I believe none are more engrossing than football. For me personally, the new season begins in April when the NFL draft occurs.

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Kitchen & bath Cottage
Pierremont Common: 6505 Line Avenue, Suite 3 | Shreveport, LA 71106 Ph: 318.868.9696 | Mon-Fri: 9am-5pm | Sat: By Appointment Only.

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SEPTEMBER
SEPT. 5: SCIENCE ON THE ROCKS, Sci-Port: Louisiana’s Science Center brings scientific topics and principles to life in this series of events for the public. Topic: “Hypnosis.” $15 includes drink and food. 7 p.m. Sci-Port: Louisiana’s Science Center, 820 Clyde Fant Parkway, Shreveport.

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FIRST IMPRESSION
First impressions are often the most important, so give your guests something to remember by adding fl air to your front door. Whether you are drawn to a shabby chic look, fl oral accents or a sophisticated pop of color, we have curated the perfect fall looks for your home.

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STYLE WATCH
Spruce up any drab fall outfit by layering a colorful scarf around your neck. Whether its multicolored or a solid hue, scarves are the way to complete an overall look. When considering the perfect scarf, keep in mind one very simple rule: Complement a solid-colored shirt with a patterned scarf and vise versa.
