FUN WITH THE GIRLS
SEPT. 12: DICE & DAISIES BUNCO TOURNAMENT, P.E.O. Chapter BL is hosting this tournament to benefit Women’s Education. The tournament is from 2 to 6 p.m. at Broadmoor Presbyterian Church, located at 1915 Grover Place, Shreveport. SEPT. 25: WOMEN WHO CARE, SHARE LUNCHEON, The Luncheon will begin at 11:30 a.m. and end promptly at 1 p.m. and benefit the YWCA Women’s Resource Center. There will be a keynote speaker, a silent auction and an opportunity for women to support services for women in their community. There will not be tickets to the event, but rather table hosts will fill their table with eight friends, family or colleagues who will know they will be asked to make a minimum donation of $100. East Ridge Country Club. Call Judi Bishop at 550-4417.
OCT. 2-4: ANNUAL QUILT SHOW, featuring over 200 quilts and quilted items on display, silent auction, merchant mall, door prizes and more. Jackie Pierce of Haughton is the featured quilter.
River View Hall. Admission is $5. www. redriverquilters.com. OCT. 28: MADSTONE PRESENTS CELTIC WOMAN, This unique musical ensemble that has become a cultural phenomenon will hit the stage at Shreveport Municipal Memorial Auditorium at 7 p.m. Tickets range from $29-99 and can be purchased by calling the Shreveport Municipal Memorial Auditorium Box Office Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 841- 4196, any Ticketmaster location, or online at ticketmaster.com. OCT. 29: ATHENA LUNCHEON, The Annual ATHENA Awards is presented by the Bossier Chamber of Commerce and the Business Development Connection of the Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce. Presented to an individual, who is honored for professional excellence, community service and for actively assisting women in their professional development. 11 a.m. Call Jana Morgan at 746-0252 or by email at jana@bossierchamber.com.
OCT. 30: ELVIS, Ben Portsmouth is internationally recognized as the ultimate Elvis tribute artists. He is the closest you will ever get to Elvis and he is coming to Margaritaville Resort Casino. The show starts at 8 p.m. at the Paradise Theater. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased via Ticketmaster or the Margaritaville Retail Store.
FUN FOR THE FAMILY
SEPT. 5: THE AMERICAN LEGION CROSS LAKE FLOATILLA, Let Freedom Ring with this annual fundraiser to support local veteran and youth causes. Opening ceremony is at 11:30 a.m. at American Legion Club located at 5315 South Lakeshore Dr. The event lasts until 8 p.m. and is full of contests, food, entertainment, fun and a celebrity dunking booth new this year. Call 636-7261. SEPT. 12: CRAIG FLOYD MEMORIAL WALK TO CURE DIABETES, a fun, happy, healthy and effective way to show support for those living with Type 1 diabetes and to raise funds for JDRF. 1.5 miles. 8 a.m. registration, 9 a.m. walk. Party Central, 4401 Viking Dr. Bossier City. Call 225- 932-9511. Go to www.jdrf.org. SEPT. 19: SHREVEPORT MINI MAKER FAIRE, This community-based learning event is a family-friendly showcase of invention, creativity and resourcefulness where people show what they are making and learning. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Centenary College Fitness Center. For more information, go to shreveportmakerfaire.com. SEPT. 26, SUSAN G. KOMEN OF NORTHWEST LOUISIANA’S RACE FOR THE CURE, This annual race raises funds and awareness for breast cancer and is a celebration of life after breast cancer, a tribute to those who have lost the battle with the disease. The race includes a 5K walk/run, a mile fun run, a Kids for the Cure area, survivor area, teams village and more. The race starts at 8 am. in Shreve City and to register or donate, go to komennwla.org/. Volunteers are also needed for the event. Call 220-7050. Shreve City, near the Walmart parking lot. OCT. 3-10: RED RIVER REVEL, celebrating 40 years. The 2015 event will kick off with the annual Red River Revel Run 5K/15K at 8 a.m. Oct. 3. Enjoy national headliners, Louisiana favorites and local and regional performers on four stages along with 108 artist booths, 23 food booths and more. Admission is $5 on weekends, free Monday, and $5 after 5:30 p.m. on weekdays. Festival Plaza. redriverrevel.com/.
FUN WITH THE CHILDREN
OCT 7-31: PUMPKIN PATCH AT
PROVENANCE COMMUNITY, Bring the entire family out for this free fall event. Purchase pumpkins of all sizes, take pictures on hay bales, and participate in various activities. all proceeds from pumpkin sales will benefit The Montessori School for Shreveport. The pumpkin patch is open 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesdays and Fridays; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturdays; and noon to 7 p.m. Sundays; closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Call 683-0399. OCT. 15-18, 22-25: “PETER PAN” THE MUSICAL, This story is one of the most beloved and family favorites. This high-flying TONY Award-winning musical has been performed around the world for 60 years, and the BPCC and the Cavalier Players are bringing to the stage. Performances begin at 7:30 p.m. with the exception of the Sunday shows, which begin at 2 p.m. Call 678-6021 or email theatre@bpcc.edu.
FOR DATE NIGHTS
SEPT. 6, RED RIVER MARGARITA POUR OFF, The inaugural Red River Margarita Pour Off featuring Jose Cuervo and 1800 Tequila is a margarita competition between the best restaurants and bars in Shreveport-Bossier City. Come sample all of them and vote for your favorite this from 3 to 7 p.m. at Mall St. Vincent, 1133 St. Vincent Ave., Shreveport. Tickets are $30 at the door; $25 presale; group tickets $20 each;
VIP $50 each. It’s a winner take all cash prize, WWE champion belt and title for best margarita in Shreveport-Bossier City. From traditional to craft cocktail and all in between. SEPT. 13: MEMORIAL MAGNOLIA TREE REDEDICATION, In 1963, four Bossier City employees and fire fighters lost their lives in the line of duty. In remembrance of them, a magnolia tree was planted at old Fire Station No. 6. where Flying Heart Brewing is now located. Bossier City Firefighters Association Local 1051 will be on hand to sell fish plates on the patio to raise money for their benevolent fund as they rededicate this tree in honor of the lives lost from 4 to 7 p.m. SEPT. 25: “RICKY NELSON REMEMBERED,” Nelson’s twin sons relive the music and memories in their multi-media show at The Strand Theatre that features hit songs like “Travelin’ Man” and “Hello, Mary Lou.” Show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets available by calling 226-8555. SEPT. 25: GLITZ AND GRITS, Louisiana State Exhibit Museum will come alive to celebrate its annual fundraiser. Theme is “Louisiana Saturday Night.” This event will feature artists Jim Tweedy and Bruce Odell. For tickets, call 632-2020. NOV. 12-14: TORUK THE FIRST FLIGHT, This new Cirque du Soleil touring show inspired by James Cameron’s movie “Avatar,” is coming to the CenturyLink Center in Bossier City. Tickets are on sale now, and can be purchased at www. cirquedusoleil.com/toruk. ONGOING: ADULT DANCE CLASSES, join us every week for a different genre of dance with Louisiana Dance Collective. Class fee is $10 cash only. Email ladancecollective@gmail.com with any questions. Call Phyllis Whatley at 742-8673 or go to www.bossiercity.org.
FUN FOR HIM 
SEPT. 4: BAYOU GATOR HUNT, This annual event benefits the Evergreen Life Services and is a thrilling and exciting experience for the entire family that is a professional guided gator hunt in Delacroix. Reserve your spot today by calling 337-564-2987.
SEPT. 13: MEMORIAL MAGNOLIA TREE REDEDICATION, featuring Bossier City Firefighter’s Union frying fish on the patio. 4 p.m.
Flying Heart Brewing.
OCT. 1: GODSMACK, The Grammy Award-nominated, multiplatinum Boston hard rock band will perform at the Shreveport Municipal Memorial Auditorium with special guests, Sevendust. Gotowww.godsmack. com.
NOV. 1: MARILYN MANSON, The controversial front man who became a ’90s staple will perform at Shreveport Municipal Memorial Auditorium. Doors open at 8 p.m. with the show starting at 9 p.m. Tickets are $50 for general admission on the floor; reserved seats are $37.50 and $45. Tickets can be purchased by calling the Shreveport Municipal Memorial Auditorium Box Office Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 841-4196, any Ticketmaster location, or online at ticketmaster.com. DEC 1: THE GUITAR EVENT OF THE YEAR - JOE BONAMASSA, Tickets range from $69 to $99 and doors open at 7 p.m.; show starts at 8 p.m. at The Shreveport Municipal Auditorium. Tickets can be purchased by calling the Shreveport Municipal Memorial Auditorium Box Office 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday at 841-4196, any Ticketmaster location, or online at ticketmaster.com.
JUST FOR YOU
SEPT. 12: GREEN THUMB SEMINAR, The Gardens of the American Rose Center hosts the final 2015 Green Thumb Education Seminar focusing on sustainability in your garden. The seminar is from 9 a.m. to midnight at Klima Rose Hall at the Gardens of the American Rose Center. It is free and open to the public. Call 938-5402.
THROUGH SEPT. 20: MEREDITH PIPER’S “SOUTHWEST” ARTWORK, See the Southwest inspired artworks of Meredith Piper at. Rhino Coffee. SEPT. 24: SOUTH HIGHLANDS ELEMENTARY MAGNET OPEN HOUSE, An event for prospective parents. South Highlands is consistently a top performing elementary school in the state. 5:30 p.m. Performing Arts Center, South Highlands, 831 Erie St., Shreveport. Go to www.southhighlands. com. OCT. 17: COCREATIVE FALL FEST, This inaugural collective of artists, musicians, visionaries and dreamers is hosted by Agora Borealis is free for all ages from 2 to 8 p.m. Bring the family out for music, art, food and lots of fun. 421 Lake St, Shreveport, LA 71101 THROUGH OCT. 31: ART BY MEGAN DAVIS TAYLOR, The Bossier Arts Council is proud to announce that the artworks of Megan Davis Taylor will be on display at Boomtown Casino’s 1800 Prime Steakhouse. A reception celebrating Davis’ work will be Aug. 13. Prime is open from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday and Sunday and from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday. THROUGH OCT 31: DONALD JOHNSON ARTWORK, Donald Johnson is an oil painter who paints everything from landscapes to abstracts. His work will be available at the East 70th branch of Community Trust Bank inside the lobby from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.
