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☀️SBC! Welcome to the very first edition of On the Bright Side — where the only thing brighter than your inbox is the community we’re celebrating.

This space was created with one goal: to celebrate the good in our neighborhoods, our people, and our everyday moments.

In this week’s edition, we’ll shine light on:

• SCU’s Queensborough Resource Rally- May 10

• 40 Under 40 Nomination Deadline

• New medical GPS technology breakthrough in SBC

Let’s get our shine on!
(Also, happy Cinco de Mayo! 🪇)

Partnered with Shreveport Citizens United

One Priority: Reduce Violence and Crime in Shreveport

Shreveport’s crime crisis is about more than numbers — it’s about young lives at risk, broken opportunities, and communities that need healing. That’s why Shreveport Citizens United (SCU) is focused on one mission: reducing violence and crime by building relationships that change lives.

At the heart of their efforts is mentorship — pairing at-risk youth with trusted adults who can guide them toward brighter futures. But you don’t have to be a mentor to make a difference.

The easiest way to get involved? Volunteer at a Resource Rally.
These community-powered events bring together local nonprofits, neighbors, and resources in one place — making it easy to connect, support, and take action.

📍 Next rally: May 10 at Bilberry Park in Queensborough.
Join SCU and others working to uplift Shreveport, one neighborhood at a time.

👉 Sign up or learn more: shrevecu.org/events
Because real change doesn’t start with policy, it starts with people.

FEATURED EVENT OF THE WEEK

Y’all asked for it, you drank it, and now it’s here to stay — Kajun Kolsch is joining the big leagues! So naturally… we throw a party like only Louisiana can.

11AM-10 PM @ The Seventh Tap- Linwood

Here’s what’s going down:
🎶 Live music to keep your feet tappin’
🧢 Brand spankin’ new Kajun Kolsch merch (yes, there are hats. Yes, you need one.)
🍽️ Food truck eats that'll make your taste buds dance
🦞 A good ol’ crawfish boil (pre-sale tickets 👈)

Mark your calendar, bring your appetite, and get ready to raise a glass of the beer that screams Cajun pride with a crisp finish. 🍻

🦞 Got somethin’ boilin’? Let us spread the word! Send it here.

If you know a young professional who’s out here adulting like a boss—crushing goals, leading with heart, volunteering like it’s their side hustle, and somehow still managing to function before coffee—they NEED to be on the 2025 40 Under 40 list.

This is your official reminder that nominations close Friday, May 9 at 5 PM sharp. That’s right—no fashionably late entries!

So, if someone just popped into your head (yes, them), go ahead and give them the shout-out they deserve. Nominate them now and let’s celebrate the go-getters, dream chasers, and future mayors of brunch.

📅 Nomination Deadline: Friday, May 9 at 5 PM

In case you missed the good stuff…
(It gets overlooked sometimes.)

During Love the Boot Week, nearly 27,000 volunteers kicked trash—literally! Ya’ll cleaned up 514 tons of litter, planted trees, fixed up gardens, and even recycled over 16,000 bottles and cans across all 64 parishes. Huge thanks to everyone who pitched in-let’s keep showing Louisiana some love all year long! 💚

Shreveport Police Department is getting a shiny new police substation at West 70th and St. Vincent—right next to the bus hub! The playground’s staying put, and everything should be wrapped up by summer 2026. It’s a big win for safety, good vibes, and keeping Southeast Shreveport feeling like home!

Pet Savers of Shreveport recently announced they are celebrating 150 adoptions in 2025! That’s 150 pets who’ve gone from ruff to ready for their new homes! 🐾 Want to help save even more? Donate during Give for Good—it’s the purr-fect way to support the rescue’s efforts and help place more pets in loving homes!

Dak Prescott’s decade-long dream is now a reality at Haughton High! His $1.1 million donation has brought a brand-new football facility with a top-notch weight room, locker rooms, and a film room. This facility will boost the team’s game and leave a lasting legacy. Still not a Cowboys fan, but we’ll let it slide for the kids!

💛 GIVE FOR GOOD Day: May 6

Give for Good is more than just a fundraiser—it’s a full-on celebration of local nonprofits doing the most for our community. Show up, give back, and have a blast doing it!

Here a few places you can join the fun on May 6:

• Holy Angels @ Great Raft Brewing | 4-9PM

• Robinson’s Rescue @ Ki Mexico | 5-9PM (Bring fur baby)

• Renesting Project @ Noble Savage | 11AM-9PM

• Volunteers of Youth Justice @ The Pearl Shreveport | All-Day

• Food Bank of NWLA @ Zuzul | 11AM

• T.E.A.M.S @ East Bank 7th Tap | 4-8PM

• Humane Society of Northwest Louisiana @ Flying Heart Brewery | 5-8PM

• Shreveport Green’s Give 4 Green Fundraiser @ 7th Tap | 6PM

• Roy’s Kids @ Café USA | 6AM-7PM

• Give for Good @ Shreveport Little Theatre | 5:30-8:30 PM

• Keep Bossier Beautiful @ Beauxjax | 5-8 PM

If you’d love to be there but can’t, use this link to choose out of 232 non-profits to support.

Spotlight on Innovation: Dr. George Byram III
A New Way to Shoulder the Load

Dealing with shoulder pain? There’s a breakthrough option right here at home!

Dr. George Byram at Highland Clinic is the first in the Shreveport-Bossier area to offer shoulder replacements using advanced GPS shoulder tracking technology.

This innovative system reads your CT scan to create a custom surgical plan (how cool is that?) — helping Dr. Byram perform your procedure with incredible precision and better outcomes.

Don’t keep pushing through the pain. Call 318-798-4624 to schedule an appointment or visit Sports Medicine (Orthopedics) Shreveport, LA | Highland Clinic to learn more.

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🔮 This Week’s Fun Forecast

The week’s rolling in like a toddler on a sugar high—fast, loud, and full of surprises. Whether you're looking to chill, dance, eat, or just pretend to be busy so you don’t have to fold laundry, Shreveport-Bossier’s got your plans covered.

For Families and Kids 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

Cypress Date Night | East Ridge Country Club | May 8 | 6-9PM (Link)
Alice in Wonderland Jr. | Majorie Lyons Playhouse | May 9-10 | Times Vary (Link)
Mother’s Day Brunch | El Cabo Verde | May 10 | 10AM
Mommy and Me- Cookie Cake Workshop | Cotton Candy Crush | May 10 | 11AM
First Aid & CPR Training for Youth | Sherriff’s Safety Town | May 10 | Times vary (Link)
Saturday Morning Bingo | SOBO Cafe: Benton | May 10 | 8:45-10:45AM
Magnolia School Informational | Magnolia School | May 10 | 9:30AM

For Volunteer Work Fun 🙋

Give for Good Day | May 6 | All-Day | Locations Vary (Scroll Up)
Louisiana Adult & Teen Challenge Spring Banquet | Bossier Civic Center | May 8 | 6-9PM
Queensborough Resource Rally | Bilberry Park | May 10 | 11AM
Kings Hwy. Update Meeting | Whited Room: Centenary College | May 10 | 10AM-12PM

For the Fitness Enthusiast 🏃

Yoga in the Park | Greenleaf Park | May 10 | 9-10AM
Shreveport Tourist Race | Great Raft Brewery | May 10 | 12-4PM
No Ceilings CrossFit Hyrox Class | May 11 | 2-3PM

For Adults Only 🥂

Texas Whiskey Tasting | Cuban Liquor | May 7 | 4PM
Josh Lounge- Ladies Night | May 8 | 9PM
Margs & Moms | Pelican Realty Advisors- Line Ave | May 9 | 4:30-6:30
Margs & Mahj Fundraiser | Chef’s Table | May 9 | 6PM
Mahjong & Mimosas | Heron | May 10 | 10AM

For the Artsy Crowd 🎨

How Modern Art Reveals Itself | The Oaks | May 6 | 5PM
May Downtown Artwalk | May 7 | 5PM
Birdhouse Painting | On Cloud Winery | May 8 | 6PM
The Liner- Music Appreciation Series | East Bank Theatre | May 8 | 7PM
Candle Pouring | Clean Slate Botanicals | May 9 | 2PM

For the Social Butterflies 🦋

Daywrecker Monday & Trivia | Flying Heart | May 5 | 7PM
Trivia Night | Rotolo’s | May 8 | 7PM (PW: MEANDER)
Crush the Pin | Great Raft Brewing | May 10 | 12PM
Open Mic Night | Squire’s Group After Dark | May 10 | 8-11PM
Sunday Brunch | Flying Heart | May 11 | 10:30AM-3PM

LIVE MUSIC LINEUP 🎶

Thursday

Alive By Sunshine | Provenance Town Center | 5PM
Dean Mayeux | Frank’s Pizza | 6PM
Dirty Redd Band | Noble Savage | 8PM
Clara Rae | Hurricane Alley | 7PM
Lee Denton | Flying Heart | 7PM

Friday

Sauce | Elk’s Club | 7PM
Dirt Road Troubadours | Hurrican Alley | 7PM
Jimmy Wooten | Taqueria San Miguel, Benton Rd. | 6PM
Tambria Adams Band | Sam’s Town | 7PM-12 AM
The Lovers | Ki' Mexico | 6:30PM
Austin Meade & Leif Shively Band | Fondren's | 7PM

Saturday

Lost Boys | Hurricane Alley | 7PM
The Lovers | 2 Johns | 6PM
Jimmy Wooten | The Seventh Tap | 6PM
Flow Tribe | Frank’s Pizza | 8PM
Dirt Road Troubadours | Celebrity Lounge | 7-9:30PM

Thank You!

Catch you next time — and if you know someone a little dull (bless their heart), send this their way. Everyone could use a little Bright Side.