NSU Drumline and Steel Band to present the 5th Annual Drums Along the River concert on Friday, Oct. 18 at 6:30 p.m. on the Downtown Riverbank stage in Natchitoches. Admission is free. In case of inclement weather, the concert will be held in Magale Recital Hall. The drumline will perform stand cadences, traditional school songs and show music from the Spirit of Northwestern production titled “Dancing with the Demons.” The steel band is made up of instruments from the island nation of Trinidad and Tobago. The program will include some island classics such as “Limbo” and “Jump in the Line” as well as pop songs such as “This Love” by Maroon 5 and “Don’t Stop Believing” by Journey. The NSU/Natchitoches Community Steel Band will also perform. 

Klassy Pink will host Dance for the Cure Under the Bridge on Saturday, October 19 from 12-4pm at the Red River Boat Launch, 118 Saint Louis Street, in Coushatta. Put your dancing shoes and show solidarity for fighters and survivors. Come together as a community to make a difference. Whether you’re a survivor, supporting a loved one, or simply want to contribute, your presence matters. Contact Tina Thomas, 318.521.0357, for more information. Essential items will be accepted onsite to make care packages for Feist-Weiller Cancer Center and NRMC Cancer Center. The event is family friendly. 

Mark your calendars for Thursday, October 24, from 5-8 PM in Prather Coliseum for NSU Basketball’s premiere pre-season event. There will be a live DJ, 3-point contest, dunk contest, giveaways, player introductions, season ticket pick-up, and more!

Woman Church will be held November 12 at 6pm at Grand Bayou Resort Event Center. D’McCoy, from Living Word Minden, will be the guest speaker. Worship leader is Becky Kniffin. Thanksgiving dinner will be provided. Bring your Bible and a friend.