University at The Oaks Guest Speaker: Cheryl White, PhD, assistant history professor at LSUS Monday, April 3, 4 p.m. Franks Community Centre Cheryl White’s monthly University at The Oaks series is an examination of the political and economic impact the Yellow Fever Epidemic of 1873 had on Shreveport. While the epidemic was brief, it claimed the lives of more than 750, outranking New Orleans in the number of deaths.
Cost: $5, nonresidents. Registration is required.
The Gospel Truth: A Blade Family Event Guest Performers: Brady L. Blade, Sr., drummer Brian Blade, pianist Johnny Campbell, bassist Chris Thomas Friday, April 7, 4 p.m. Franks Community Centre The Blade family will present a preview of their gospel music program for the Shreveport Symphony Orchestra on Saturday night. The heart of the Blade family’s music comes from sharing and praising the word of God through song at Zion Baptist Church in Shreveport. Lighten your heart and spirit with the Blade family in this memorable afternoon of music.
Cost: $5, nonresidents. Registration is required.
Well Worth It Series
Shreveport Little Theatre: Behind the Scenes Guest Speaker: Robert Darrow, managing and artistic director at Shreveport Little Theatre Friday, April 21, 3 p.m. Tower Ballroom Have you ever wondered what goes on behind that red curtain during a play? Before the play begins, while you are sitting comfortably in your chair, the anticipation grows as the curtain gently waves and the sounds of light footsteps come from the dark. Shreveport Little Theatre Director Robert Darrow will take you behind the scenes to show you part of the mystery that hides behind the red curtain.
Cost: $5, nonresidents. Registration is required.
Highlights from ‘Auntie Mame’ Guest Performers: Rocky Maddox, local actor/director, and fellow cast members Saturday, April 22, 2:30 p.m. Franks Community Centre Director Rocky Maddox and the cast from Shreveport Little Theatre’s latest production, “Auntie Mame,” will present scenes from the classic play about the relationship between a young boy and his aunt. After Patrick’s father dies, with the guidance of a trustee, a young Patrick goes to New York City to live with his unconventional aunt. The two become quite close despite the obstacles they both face.
Cost: $5, nonresidents. Registration is required.
Book Review
The Life of the Party: The Biography of Pamela Digby Churchill Hayward Harriman Guest Speaker: Maredia Bowdon, retired English teacher Tuesday, April 25, 3:30 p.m. Chapel Maredia Bowdon returns to The Oaks with an engaging review of Christopher Ogden’s tellall about Pamela Digby, an English baron’s daughter who was married and linked to a variety of men of wealth and prominence. In later life she became a major Democratic fundraiser and a diplomat.
Cost: $5, nonresidents. Registration is required.
Healthwise
Chew on This II: Oral Health, Your Heart & Diabetes Guest Speaker: Benjamin Kacos, DMD Friday, April 28, 5 p.m. Franks Community Centre Did you know that your mouth is the window to the rest of your body? The mouth and body are integral to each other. This month’s Healthwise program will feature Dr. Benjamin Kacos, who will present the second in a three-part series on dental health and how it correlates with heart disease and diabetes. He will discuss the importance of oral health to our general health and wellbeing at every stage of life.
Cost: $5, nonresidents. Registration is required.
