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Address:8877 Jefferson Paige RdShreveport,LA 71119
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Phone:(318) 938-5402
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Social Media:
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Website:www.rose.org
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Email:rose@rose.org
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Events
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Christmas in Roseland
Recurring weekly on Sunday, Friday, Saturday until Dec 23, 2018
2018-11-23 17:30:00
2018-12-23 17:30:00
Christmas in Roseland
<p>Come celebrate Christmas in Roseland, which opens 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. every Friday, Saturday and Sunday night, November 23 - December 16 and nightly December 17-23.<br /><br />The American Rose Center is transformed into a whimsical winter wonderland from the day after Thanksgiving until the weekend before Christmas. The holiday event features thousands of twinkling lights, dozens of lighted displays, giant Christmas Cards to the Community, nightly entertainment, photos with Santa, rides on the Roseland Express train and tons of fun for the whole family!</p>
<p>Don’t forget to visit the gift shop and concession stand during your visit for some hot chocolate, corn dogs, funnel cake and more.</p>
<p>Here is some important information to make your experience a memorable one.</p>
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<li>Gates are open from 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. the last car is admitted at 9:30 p.m.</li>
<li>Admission costs include:</li>
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<li>$20 per carload or $5 per person — ages 2 and under get in free</li>
<li>Mini bus for 11-20 people costs $50</li>
<li>Medium bus for 21 to 30 people costs $100</li>
<li>Large bus for 31 to 54 people costs $150</li>
<li>Bus for 55 plus people costs $200</li>
<li>Group rates are available. Please call (318) 938-5402 to make a group reservation.</li>
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<p>Photos with Santa are $10 per photo. Santa will be available from 6 p.m. to 9 pm. No personal photography is allowed (unless a ticket is purchased). Tickets are available in the gift shop.</p>
<p>Other costs include the Roseland Express Train tickets, which are $5 per person. The track is a small circuit and does not go through the gardens. Tickets are available in the gift shop, as well.</p>
<p>Christmas in Roseland is a participant in the Louisiana Holiday Trail of Lights, which encompasses holiday events from November to December in Shreveport-Bossier, Minden, Monroe-West Monroe, Natchitoches, and Alexandria/Pineville.</p>
<p><br />* Please note that Christmas in Roseland is a walking event only and no carts are available.</p>
8877 Jefferson Paige Rd Shreveport, LA
America/North_Dakota/Center
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American Rose Society Gulf District Mid-Winter Workshop Scheduled for Shreveport in February 2019
Feb 9, 2019
2019-02-09 08:00:00
2019-02-09 15:30:00
American Rose Society Gulf District Mid-Winter Workshop Scheduled for Shreveport in February 2019
<p>The Gulf District of the American Rose Society will present their annual Mid-Winter Workshop - “Making Your Garden Great” - February 8-9, 2019 at the American Rose Center in Shreveport, LA at 8877 Jefferson Paige Road, Shreveport.<br /><br />Ken Kelley, Gulf District Director, says the program is not just for rose growers but anyone interested in home ornamental gardening. This workshop covers what plants to choose, basics of soil and water, interpreting testing results, common pest and diseases, and much more. From novice to expert there is something for everyone at the 2019 Workshop. All are invited to submit entries to our photo contest, winner to be showcased at the event. Photo contest information is online at www.gulfdistrictrose.org. <br /><br />The Workshop kicks off with a flower arrangement class at 3:00 p.m. on Friday followed by a wine social and banquet. The evening keynote speaker is Kristopher Kelley who will present “Year of the River – How Steam Brought Gardens to the South”. <br /><br />The Saturday program will begin at 8:00 a.m. with talks on several topics followed by a luncheon that will feature American Rose Society Gulf District award presentations and the announcement of the 2019 Gulf District Rose of the Year. <br /><br />Paul Zimmerman, renowned rosarian will be the keynote speaker on Saturday. Other speakers will include:<br /><br /> Mark Wilson, LSU Ag <br /> Kristopher Kelley, NELA Rose Society<br /> Pam Smith, Rose Gardens of Farmers Branch<br /> Gaye Hammond, Houston Rose Society<br /> Dr. Allen Owings, Senior Horticulturist with Bracy’s and Cleggs Nurseries<br /> Paul Zimmerman, Jackson and Perkins<br /><br />Topics to be presented include rose disease identification and management, safety in the garden, soil/water/fertilizer, soil testing, using structures in your landscape, keys to landscape design and more. The program will include a silent auction, which will include rose bushes, ornamental plants, books and other garden related items. New roses from K & M Rose Nursery in Buckatunna, MS will be available for purchase.<br /><br />Seating is limited so, registration is required. Full details for registration is on-line at www.gulfdistrictrose.org. Additional information as needed can be obtained by contacting Ken Kelley at gulfdistrict@gmail.com. </p>
8877 Jefferson Paige Rd Shreveport, LA
America/North_Dakota/Center
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