Some streets to close for Slidell Arts Evening

In preparation for Arts Evening 2008 in Olde Towne Slidell this Saturday, the city will close down certain streets from 3-9 p.m. Saturday.

Erlanger, Bouscaren, Cousin and Robert streets will be closed from Front to Second streets. First Street from Fremaux to Robert Street will be closed as well as Second Street from Robert to Erlanger. Finally Carey Street will be closed to traffic from Robert to Cousin streets.

Arts Evening is one of the biggest cultural festivals on the Northshore. There will be more than 100 artists displaying their works from 40 different locations throughout Olde Towne. There will also be live entertainment from 21 different bands and performers, great food, and antique and boutique shopping.

For more information on Arts Evening 2008, go to the city’s Web site, www.slidell.la.us or call the Department of Cultural and Public Affairs at 646-4375.