Sports & Recreation

Spots still open for SPAR's Junior Golf Program

Spots still open for SPAR's Junior Golf Program

Teens and pre-teens looking to learn about the game of golf or want to work on their current golf skills still have time to sign up for Shreveport Public Assembly and Recreation's Junior Golf Program. The program will a beginners group and an advanced group.

LifeCycle 2012 to benefit Heart of Hope

LifeCycle 2012 to benefit Heart of Hope

Original release by: Heart of Hope Ministry

Cyclists of all levels of experience - beginner to pro - are invited to participate in the first annual LifeCycle bike tour that will benefit Heart of Hope – A Sanctuary for Women. 

LifeCycle 2012 will be held on Saturday, June 2 at 8:00 a.m., with registration starting at 7:00 a.m. 

There will be four routes available, including a 5 mile fun ride and a 67 mile trip into East Texas.  All rides will begin and end at the Heart of Hope, a beautiful 8,200 square foot home located at 1042

Youth lacrosse teams forming now

Youth lacrosse teams forming now

SPAR and Rock Solid open house at Bill Cockrell and David Raines pools

SPAR and Rock Solid open house at Bill Cockrell and David Raines pools

Original release by: Shreveport Public Assembly & Recreation

Shreveport Public Assembly & Recreation (SPAR) and Rock Solid Sports will host an open house at the Bill Cockrell Park swimming pool on Saturday, May 12, 2012 from 1:00 - 3:00pm and at David Raines swimming pool of Sunday, May 13 from 2:00 – 4:00pm.

During the open house, Shreveport Fire Department will offer a water safety seminar, followed by open swimming for the general public.

Mardi Gras bead recycling drive Saturday

Mardi Gras bead recycling drive Saturday

Original release by: Mardi Gras Krewe of Aesclepius

The Mardi Gras Krewe of Aesclepius and Raising Cane’s at Pierre Bossier Mall will be hosting a Mardi Gras Bead Recycling Drive.

The drive is scheduled for Saturday, May 12 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

2012 Fit for Life challenge this weekend, May 12

2012 Fit for Life challenge this weekend, May 12

Original release by: Fit for Life Inc.

The Fit for Life Sports Weekend takes place May 12-13 and will feature more than 20,000 athletes from around the world competing in a variety of sporting events throughout Shreveport and Bossier.  

Bodybuilding, strongman competitions and arm wrestling are just a few of the varying athletes and sports you will see competing at the Shreveport Convention Center.  

Admission is $20 per person at the Shreveport Convention Center on Saturday, May 12 and will give spectators access to all events throughout the day.

SPAR Movies and Moonbeams presents: Kung Fu Panda 2

SPAR Movies and Moonbeams presents: Kung Fu Panda 2

Shreveport Public Assembly and Recreation (SPAR), along with the Robinson Film Center, announce a Movies & Moonbeams feature presentation of Kung Fu Panda 2, rated PG, on Friday, April 20, 2012 at 8:00pm at Valencia Park located at 1800 Viking Drive.

A free Karate demonstration will be provided by Impact Martial Arts Academy at 7:30pm before the movie.