NSU Percussion Groups to Perform at Drums Along the River Friday
Northwestern State University
Northwestern State University will present the seventh annual Drums Along the River concert Friday, Oct. 30, at 6:30 p.m. on the downtown Natchitoches riverbank.
The performance will feature the Spirit of Northwestern Percussion Section under the direction of Dr. Steven Wimberley and the NSU Steel PanDEMONium Band under Dr. Oliver Molina.
The concert is scheduled to conclude at 7:30 p.m. and is part of the university’s community music programming.
Nine Contestants to Compete for Miss Northwestern Title Nov. 5
Northwestern State University
Nine contestants will compete in the 69th annual Miss Northwestern – Lady of the Bracelet Scholarship Contest Thursday, Nov. 5, at 6 p.m. in A.A. Fredericks Auditorium.
Contestants include Kaleigh Standley, Natalie Mathews, Sophie Menard, Chloe Rachal, Sariah Braxton, Ashley Gomez, Aliya Green, Caitlin White and Kaylee Dubroc.
The winner will receive scholarships, a cash prize and assistance competing in the Miss Louisiana Scholarship Contest. Additional scholarships and awards will recognize runners-up and other contestants.
Admission is free, with optional $5 donations accepted to support the winner’s competition expenses.
Chamber Breakfast Highlights State Funding and Community Partnerships
Natchitoches Area Chamber of Commerce
The Natchitoches Area Chamber of Commerce partnered with Northwestern State University for its fourth-quarter Chamber Breakfast Club meeting, focusing on state funding priorities and community collaboration.
Panelists included Natchitoches Mayor Ronnie Williams Jr., Parish President John Salter, Natchitoches Regional Medical Center CEO Kirk Soileau and NSU Executive Vice President Drake Owens.
Discussions emphasized strengthening relationships with state officials, communicating local funding needs and coordinating efforts among government, healthcare, education and business leaders to support community development.
NSU Offers Painting Classes Nov. 12 and 19
Northwestern State University
Northwestern State University’s Office of Electronic Learning and Global Engagement will offer Pick Up Your Brush painting classes Nov. 12 and 19 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. on the second floor of South Hall.
The Nov. 12 class will feature “Blue Gobbler,” while the Nov. 19 session will feature “Coo Coo Cardinal.”
Each class costs $45 and includes supplies. No previous painting experience is required. Children ages 7-12 may participate when accompanied by a parent.
Registration is available at checkout.nsula.edu or by calling 318-357-6355.
Downtown Riverbank to Close Saturday for Natchitoches Farmers Market
City of Natchitoches
The City of Natchitoches advises motorists that the downtown riverbank will be closed to vehicular traffic Saturday, Oct. 31, from 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. for the Natchitoches Farmers Market.
The market will operate from 8 a.m. to noon each Saturday through Nov. 14, featuring fresh produce, homemade food products and handcrafted items.
Residents and visitors are encouraged to plan accordingly when traveling downtown during the closure.
NSU Announces Campus Activities for Nov. 1-7
Northwestern State University
Northwestern State University has announced campus activities for Nov. 1-7, featuring concerts, athletics and special events.
Highlights include an international cultural celebration Sunday, Nov. 1, a documentary screening and women’s basketball game Monday, Nov. 2, and the Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony Orchestra concert Tuesday, Nov. 3.
Additional activities include the NSU Flute Studio concert Nov. 4, Miss Northwestern – Lady of the Bracelet Scholarship Contest and Wind Symphony concert Nov. 5, and the Fall Winds Concert Nov. 6.
The Demons will host Texas-Rio Grande Valley in football Saturday, Nov. 7, at 1 p.m. in Turpin Stadium.
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