Less is More: Downsizing with Style
Guest Speaker: Wanda McLarty, interior designer Tuesday, April 16, 5 p.m. Tower at The Oaks Ballroom You’re moving to a smaller home, but your mind is cluttered with decisions, decisions. Downsize with style. Make the most of less space. Interior designer Wanda McLarty, an integral part in the design and furnishing of The Oaks of Louisiana, will address the concerns of downsizing and offer tips on choosing what to keep, organizing and optimizing your space, selecting the right furniture and how to make it multifunctional. FREE. Reservations required.
INSIGHT
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UNDERSTANDING
“The Secret Garden” Guest Performers: Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet Tuesday, April 2, 4 p.m. John Franks Community Centre Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet’s senior apprentice company will headline an original adaptation of the beloved book, “The Secret Garden,” by Frances Hodgson Burnett. FREE. Registration is required.
“Hemingway’s Wives” Guest Speaker: Maredia Bowdon Saturday, April 13, 3 p.m. Tower at The Oaks Ballroom Acclaimed writer Ernest Hemingway won the Pulitzer and Nobel prizes for literature. This famous “he-man” also won the heart of four outstanding women who influenced his life and work. Maredia Bowdon offers insights into these women and their relationships with one of American literature’s greats. FREE. Reservations required.
HEALTH
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WELLNESS
Well Worth It Series “Geriatric Counseling” Guest Speaker: Dr. Jeffrey Overdyke, of WK Shreveport Center for Geriatric Health Friday, April 19, 3:30 p.m. Alta and John Franks Community Centre Dr. Jeffrey Overdyke will discuss issues and problems that senior adults encounter, including loss of spouse, illness and relocation. He also will discuss the benefits of counseling and sharing feelings with someone with whom you are comfortable. FREE. Reservations required.
Healthwise “Straight Talk on How Speech is Affected” Guest Speaker: Debra Herrin, speech pathologist Wednesday, April 24, 2 p.m. Alta and John Franks Community Centre Debra Herrin will discuss the different speech impediments resulting from stroke and therapies that can help one regain speech. FREE. Reservations required.
BOOK REVIEW
“Love is a Wild Assault” Guest Speaker: Jacqueline Gore Tuesday, April 9, 3 p.m. Alta and John Franks Community Centre Jacqueline Gore will review “Love is a Wild Assault,” by Elithe Hamilton Kirkland. It is the story of Harriet Potter, a brave and beautiful young woman who lived an extraordinary life and became a legend among the Caddo Lake region of East Texas during the early days of the Texas Republic. FREE. Registration required.
BIBLE STUDY
“The Beauty of the Psalms” Discussion Leader: Rev. Larry Williams, Broadmoor Baptist Church Wednesdays, 10 a.m. Tower at The Oaks Activities Room Study focuses on the longest book of the Bible, which contains 150 individual psalms written by many different people. FREE. Registration is required. “David: Seeking a Heart Like His” Discussion Leader: Rev. Andrew Comeaux, director of Spiritual Life Services, The Oaks of Louisiana Thursdays, 2:30 p.m. Alta and John Franks Community Centre (April 4, Chapel) This is an 11-week Beth Moore video study that explores the life of King David and how his life proves the promise that God never gives up on us to be true. FREE. Registration is required.
The Road to Emmaus Series “Pride Cometh Before The Fall” Discussion Leader: Eydie Comeaux, executive manager of Garden Apartments at The Oaks
Tuesday, April 16, 10 a.m.
Chapel at The Oaks Learn contemporary applications for historical biblical scripture. FREE. Registration required.
SPIRITUAL STUDIES
Spiritual Pathways “What is the Native American Crow Religion?” Guest Speaker: David Otto, PhD, director of the Religious Studies Department at Centenary College, Chapel Wednesday, April 17, 4 p.m. Chapel at The Oaks David Otto brings his unique understanding of world religions as he offers insight into the Native American Crow Religion. FREE. Registration required.
SPIRITUAL SERVICES
Chapel at The Oaks
The multifaith spiritual activities at The Oaks of Louisiana and the Chapel at The Oaks are open to all who wish to be a part of a meaningful experience. The Rev. Andrew Comeaux, director of Spiritual Life Services, and Mickie Cowan, chaplain, work with volunteer clergy and lay leaders from throughout the community to create a variety of worship opportunities at the Chapel at The Oaks. Details about these services can be found under Classes and Events at wkhs.com. No reservations are required. Catholic Mass Mondays, 9:30 a.m. April 1 & 15: Rev. Phil Michiels, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church April 8: Rev. Joseph Nasser, Society of Jesus April 22 & 29: Catholic Service with Chaplain Mickie Cowan
Communion Services Monday, April 1, 3:30 p.m.: Rev. Canon Rowena White, St. Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral Sunday, April 7, 10:30 a.m.: Rev. Andrew Comeaux, director of Spiritual Life Services Monday, April 8, 3:30 p.m.: Rev. Jonathan Beck, First United Methodist Church, Shreveport Monday, April 15, 3:30 p.m.: Rev. Paul Martin, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church
Sunday School 9:15 a.m. Discussion leader: Andy Amison, Ellerbe Road Baptist Church Location: Creative Corner Discussion leader: Sheri Sundquist Location: Savannah Arbor Room
Sunday Services 10:30 a.m. April 7, 14 & 21: Rev. Andrew Comeaux, director of Spiritual Life Services April 28: Donald Webb, president emeritus, Centenary College
Vespers Thursdays, 6 p.m. Alta and John Franks Community Centre April 4: John Hall, PhD (Chapel) April 11: Rev. M.C. Cady, retired United Methodist minister April 18: Rev. Carl Rhoads, First United Methodist Church, Shreveport April 25: Rev. Perry Culver, Lutheran minister
Prayer & Healing Service Rev. Andrew Comeaux, director of Spiritual Life Services Fridays, 10:45 a.m. Chapel
