Now is the time to register for youth summer camp

It’s not too early to register for youth summer camps at Clara Springs.Bloom Camps for girls in first through 6th grades is June 29-July2.Pre camp for kids in prek4 through first grade is July 3-4.Kids Camp for first through 6th graders is July 6-9.

OLD BETHEL NEWS

On Sunday, Bro. Wayne Salley brought the message from Matthew 6:9-10. This is about Jesus telling us how we should pray. He had already told us how not to pray; like the Pharisees pray. They pray standing in the synagogues and on the corners of the streets where they could be seen by men.

Valentine theme shapes Lesche meeting for February

The Lesche Club of Natchitoches gathered for its regular monthly meeting on Feb. 2 at the First Presbyterian Church, and the evening proved to be a delightful blend of fellowship, music and fascinating history.

Church News

A love fund for Richard Adkins has been established at City Bank and Trust, Natchitoches, to help with out-of-pocket expenses related to his hospice care. Richard is known and cared for by many people from all walks of life and from all over town, especially in the music community.

In the spotlight for Black History Month

Bonita Grace Moses, a native of Natchitoches, was not only the youngest sibling but also the only girl, along with four brothers, born to Elena Moses.She was reared by her mother and her grandmother Georgiana Moses, in a small three-room house.Today, Moses is an author, teacher and mother of three.

Black inventors, scientists

Without Black inventors and scientists, our modern life would be less convenient and a lot more boring.From outer space to our lunch plates, we owe a debt to these geniuses and their work.

JAG students have ‘unforgettable experience at LSU Women’s game

Natchitoches Junior High JAG members recently attended the LSU vs. Alabama women’s basketball game, an unforgettable experience that combined excitement, and meaningful student exposure.

Legacy of Steel Magnolias continues with unveiling of bloom sculpture

The unveiling of the newest Natchitoches in Bloom sculpture, Magnolia, honoring the story and legacy of Steel Magnolias took place Thursday at Susan Harling Robinson Memorial Park located at the corner of Pine and Cypress streets.

Spring dance concert set

NSU's Department of Theatre and Dance presents its spring dance concert, Dancescapes, in the A.A. Fredericks Auditorium Feb. 19-21.. Performance time is 7:30 p.m. each evening with a 2 p.m. performance on Feb 21 Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for children and senior citizens.

Red River Happenings

Library NewsChildren’s Story Time is Fridays at 10 a.m.; Adult Bingo is the second Tuesday at 1 p.m.; Genealogy meetings are the third Wednesday at 10 a.m. The Red River Parish Library serves over 9,000 residents by providing magazines, books, movies, computer access and programs for all ages.