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ENTERTAINMENT/FUN/THEATER/DANCE/MUSIC/CASINOS

| SPECIAL EVENTS: Stars of Style ‘Where Style Meets Runway,’ hosted by Dez Duron 5 p.m. May 19, Riverview Hall

| ART/EXHIBITS |

MAY 4-AUG. 26: “THE BOY SCOUTS, 100 YEARS,” In 1902 Earnest Thompson Seton founded the Tribe of Woodcraft Indians as an organization for boys; three years later Daniel Carter Beard started a similar society called the Sons of Daniel Boone. These two groups, along with the YMCA camps, laid the foundation on which the Boy Scouts movement developed in the United States. Free. 4-7 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, 1-4 p.m. Sunday. Karpeles Manuscript Museum, 3201 Centenary Blvd., Shreveport. Call 861-7615. Visit www.karpeles.com.

MAY 16: TNT EXPRESS, Every third Thursday of the month this trolley tour takes visitors to downtown art, cultural and science attractions, including museums, galleries and historic sites. Theme: “Available Spaces” visits several locations in downtown Shreveport that are available for purchase or rent and event rentals and catering; also included are other space-related activities and entertainment. Trolley tours run approximately every 20 minutes from 5-8 p.m. at artspace, 710 Texas St., Shreveport. Call 635-6535.

MAY 18, JUNE 15 & 29: ARTIST ONE STOP CLASSES, Learn a variety of aspects of the arts in these winter courses. Admission is free with a Bossier Arts Council membership at $25. Schedule: May 18, 1-3 p.m. – Really Basic Computer Skills – BAC will walk you through some basic computer skills like transferring files onto a jump drive, saving a document or downloading documents from online; June 15, 1-3 p.m. – Learn to Mail Merge – BAC will walk you through the process of creating a mail merge, which can be handy when sending out promotional materials or even your Christmas list; June 29, 1-3 p.m. – Build a Flyer in Publisher – Need a flyer to attract an audience to an upcoming event? Let Publisher create just what you need. Bossier Arts Council, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Call 741-8310.

MAY 19-24: “PROJECT TALENT,” an exhibition of original artworks by Caddo Parish high school students. Opening reception 2-4 p.m. May 19. Free. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. West Wing Gallery in the Louisiana State Exhibit Museum, 3015 Greenwood Road, Shreveport. Call 632-2020.

MAY 21-25: NATCHITOCHES ART GUILD CHILDREN’S CAMP, an art camp for young artists ages 6-12. $65 per attendee with a $10 discount for a second or third sibling; preregistration required with 50 percent of the fee securing a spot. 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. daily. NSU campus at the Print Shop on the corner of Sam Sibley Drive and Central Avenue, Natchitoches. Call 352-1626.

MAY 25-JULY 20: “EPIC,” This exhibition is based on artwork from the animate film “Epic” William Joyce and James V. Hart. Free. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, 12-5 p.m. Saturday. artspace, 710 Texas St., Shreveport. Call 635-6535.

MAY 26-AUG. 11: “P.O.R.N.: POST-OP, RETRO NOUVEAU ART WORKS BY BRETT MALONE,” Free. Noon to4 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday; noon to 5 p.m. Thursday; 1-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Meadows Museum of Art, Centenary College campus, Shreveport. Call 869-5040.

JUNE 6-JULY 6: “ASTROPHOTOGRAPHY,” from the Shreveport-Bossier Astronomical Society and a minute-gallery exhibit by Amanda Roe. Free. coolspace at artspace, 710 Texas St., Shreveport. Call 635-6535.

JUNE 8-29: “MYSTERY IN STONE,” An exhibition of works by stone sculptors from Africa with animals and people as the subjects. Opening reception 5:30-7:30 p.m. June 8. Free. Norsworthy Gallery, 214 Texas St., Shreveport. Call 861-1002 or 469-6188.

JUNE 21: TNT EXPRESS, Every third Thursday of the month this trolley tour takes visitors to downtown art, cultural and science attractions, including museums, galleries and historic sites. Trolley tours run approximately every 20 minutes from 5-8 p.m. at artspace, 710 Texas St., Shreveport. Call 635-6535.

THROUGH MAY 18: “SIXTY FEET,” Sixty works of art featuring unnatural or irrational juxtapositions and combinations by Stephen Porter, each measuring approximately 1 foot. Free. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Coolspace at artspace, 710 Texas St., Shreveport. Call 635-6535.

THROUGH MAY 19: HOOVER WATERCOLOR SOCIETY’S 56TH ANNUAL SPRING EXHIBITION, featuring Western artist Randy Meador of Fort Worth, Texas, as juror of the show. Free. Norsworthy Gallery, 214 Texas St., Shreveport. Call 861-1002 or 469-6188.

THROUGH MAY 22: WORKS BY STUDENTS FROM CADDO MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL, Free. Noon to4 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday; noon to 5 p.m. Thursday; 1-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Meadows Museum of Art, Centenary College campus, Shreveport. Call 869-5040.

THROUGH MAY 31: “RENAISSANCE WORKS ON PAPER,” A special exhibition of Renaissance works including “The Triumphal Arch of Maximillian I,” one of the world’s largest prints and one of only a few copies in the U.S. Gallery talk 2 p.m. Feb. 3. Free. 12-4 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday; 12-5 p.m. Thursday; 1-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Meadows Museum of Art, 2911 Centenary Blvd., Shreveport. Call 869-5169.

THROUGH JUNE 1: ART OF ARTHUR SIMONE, Simone is an improvisational actor, abstract expressionist artist and advocate of the culture of spontaneity. Reception 3-6 p.m. May 11. Free. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. East Bank Gallery, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Call 741-8310.

THROUGH JUNE 30: “SEALIFE ENCOUNTERS,” Visitors will have the opportunity to touch and feed live, wild stingrays; the exhibit features six to 12 adolescent stingrays that have had their defensive barbs removed. $2 for Sci-Port members, $3 for future members, $3 to feed the animals. Sci-Port: Louisiana’s Science Center, 820 Clyde Fant Parkway, Shreveport. Call 424-3466.

THROUGH JULY 7: KASTEN COLLECTION OF EUROPEAN MASTERPIECES, a collection of 32 works of European art from the late 19th and early 20th centuries from the residence of Alex and Barbara Kasten of Bluffton, S.C. Free. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, 1-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. R.W. Norton Art Gallery, 4747 Creswell Road, Shreveport. Call 865-4201.

| BARS/NIGHTLIFE: Super Water Sympathy July 3, Phoenix Underground

| ART/EXHIBITS: Kasten Collection of European Masterpieces Through July 7, R.W. Norton Art Gallery

THROUGH JULY: ARTWORK BY STEVE ZIHLAVSKY, presented by the Bossier Arts Council. Airline Branch Community Trust Bank, 2790 Airline Drive, Bossier City. Call 741-8310.

THROUGH JULY: WORKS BY SUSAN DUKE, an exhibition of works by regional artist Duke through the Bossier Arts Council’s Wine music Art series. Free. 1800 Prime Steakhouse at Boomtown Casino, Bossier City. Call 741-8310.

ONGOING: ARTPORT 2012: PAIRED, One of the only revolving public art displays in an airport setting in America, this latest exhibit will feature the works of 90 local and regional artists. Free. Shreveport Regional Airport.

ONGOING: “SMILE SCIENCE,” This new permanent exhibit includes a giant 6-foot mouth that teaches visitors about oral anatomy in a fun way. Visitors can brush the teeth with an oversized toothbrush and remove and replace teeth like a puzzle. Sci-Port: Louisiana’s Science Center, 820 Clyde Fant Parkway, Shreveport. Call 424-3466.

ONGOING: BISTRO BYRONZ SIGHTZ & SOUNDZ, an arts program highlighting talent from artists and musicians. Free appetizers and drink specials will also be available. 6-9 p.m. Every third Thursday of each month. Bistro Byronz, 6104 Line Ave., Shreveport.

EVERY WEDNESDAY: ARTFUL ACRYLIC CLASSES, by Rebecca Francis. $75 per month. 4-7 p.m. Barnwell Garden and Art Center, 602 Clyde Fant Parkway, Shreveport. Call 673-7703.

FIRST AND THIRD SATURDAYS OF THE MONTH: ARTSPACE ARTIST EXPRESSIONS, art workshops and classes. Schedule: May 18, “Recycled Paper Bracelets and a Recycled Paper Bowl Demonstration” by artist Karen Wendt for ages 7 and up; participants should bring old magazines and glossy newspaper ads. 12:30-2 p.m. and 3-4:30 p.m. artspace, 710 Texas St., Shreveport. Call 673-6535.

| BARS/NIGHTLIFE | BABY HUEY’S ON THE BAYOU: 1709 Sligo Road, Bossier City. 752-9465. You Can Be a Star Karaoke, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Fridays.

BACK TO BACK: DiamondJacks Blvd., Bossier City. Midnight Lightning, May 24; Rockhouse, May 31.

CHICAGO/THE HOOKAH ROOM: 118 Texas St., Shreveport. 221-0490. Acts are 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. unless otherwise stated. Loco Lounge featuring the best selection of electronic dance music artists in town, Fridays; Floyd Grigsby and the 5GK Band, Saturdays.

COVE ON CROSS LAKE: 1612 Dilg League Drive (off Lakeshore), Shreveport. 635-0262. 11:30 a.m. to closing Monday through Saturday. www.TheCoveOnCrossLake.com. Karaoke, 7-11 p.m. Wednesdays; ladies night, 6-10 p.m. Thursdays; Golden Tee Live, Internet jukebox. (Check Web site for bands and dates).

FULL MOON SALOON: 2706 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City, 746-9676. You Can Be a Star Karaoke, every Saturday 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.

H&H LOUNGE: 717 Hope St., Shreveport. 424-9297. Good Vibes Night every Wednesday. Drum Circle, 6-9 p.m.; VJ-DJ music, 9 p.m. to 12 a.m.

LEE’S: 639 E. Kings Highway, Shreveport. 861-2151. Acts are 8 p.m. to midnight weekdays and 9 p.m. Fridays and 9:30 p.m. Saturdays. John Wright, May 16; Kandu, May 17; John Wright, May18; Jerry Beach Blues Jam, May 20; John Wright, May 23; Kandu, May 24; John Wright, May 25; Jerry Beach Blues Jam, May 27.

MOJO’S: 203 Texas St., Shreveport. 425-5229. Fundraiser for Musicians Scholarship Fund with entertainment to be announced, 7 p.m. June 7.

MUDDY WATERS SPORTS BAR: 5000 Benton Road, Bossier City. 741-7635. Magnolia Brown Band, May 17; Gatordilla, May 18; The Pack Band, May 25; Eric Craig Band, May 31.

NAKED BEAN CAFÉ: 451 Kings Hwy., Shreveport. 864-2999. Bill and Pam’s acoustic jam, 5:30-9:30 p.m. May 15; Pam Hairston open mic, 7-9 p.m. May 16; Will Maranto and the Usual Suspects, 8-10 p.m. May 17; Weather Underground and No Refund, 8-1 0 p.m. May 18; Charli Gentry, 6-7 p.m. May 20; Vic Trip open mic, 7:30-9:30 p.m. May 21; Bill and Pam’s acoustic jam, 5:30-9:30 p.m. May 22; Charli Gentry Show, 6-7 p.m. May 27; Justin Dean’s bon voyage party, 6-8 p.m. May 28; Bill and Pam’s acoustic jam, 5:30- 9:30 p.m. May 29; Memorial Day special events 1-7 p.m. followed by open jam session, May 30. NICKY’S: 2701 Viking Drive, Bossier City. 747-2332. Crosstown Traffic, May 25; Midnight Lightning, May 30.

PHOENIX UNDERGROUND: 600 Market St., Shreveport. Super Water Sympathy, July 3.

PILOT CASINO: Haughton/Fillmore Exit off I-20, Haughton, La. You Can Be a Star Karaoke, 6-10 p.m. May 29.

RISTORANTE GIUSEPPE: 4800 Line Ave., Shreveport. 869-4548. Jazziana, 7 p.m. every Friday and Saturday; Kids’ Night Out/Parents Dine Out, kids are invited to dinner and a movie in Giuseppe’s Kids’ Room while their parents enjoy dinner in the main dining area, reservations suggested, 6 p.m. June 3; Father’s Day brunch with a special menu, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 16.

RUSTIC COWBOY: 12780 Mansfield Road, Shreveport. 775- 5327. All acts are 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. unless otherwise stated. Open mic acoustic jam, May 16; Afterhours, May 17; karaoke/ladies’ night, May 18; open mic acoustic jam, May 23; Bourbon Alley, May 24; karaoke/ladies’ night, May 25; open mic acoustic jam, May 30; Rebel Download, May 31.

STIR TAPAS: 3030 Creswell, Shreveport. 425-3862. Alexandra McCullough performs songs from her upcoming EP, 9-11 p.m. each Thursday.

SUPERIOR GRILL: 6123 Line Ave., Shreveport. 869-3243. All acts are 6:30-10 p.m. The Caravan, May 15; Red Thread, May 16; Jimmy Wooten Band, May 17; Professor Porkchop Band, May 18; Charlotte O’Neal Duo, May 19; The Roscoes, May 22; Scram & Wulfie, May 23; Cole Vosbury, May 24; Keith Horton Band, May 25; J.B & the Violet Crowns, May 26; The Mix, May 29; Professor Porkchop Band, May 30; Pocket Change, May 31.

SUPERIOR’S STEAKHOUSE: 855 Pierremont Road, Suite 120, Shreveport. 869-3243. All acts are 6-10 p.m. unless noted. Cole Vosbury & Christina Langston, May 15; Clayton Jones, May 16; Chase Bray, 6-11 p.m. May 17; Clayton Jones, 7 p.m. to 12 a.m. May 18; Chase Bray, May 20; Cole Vosbury, May 21; Cole Vosbury and Christina Langston, May 22; Clayton Jones, May 23; Chase Bray, 6-11 p.m. May 24; Kaela Bratcher, 7 p.m. to 12 a.m. May 25; Cole Vosbury, May 27; Chase Bray, May 28; Cole Vosbury and Christina Langston, May 29.

2JOHNS STEAK & SEAFOOD: Airline Plaza, 2151 Airline Drive, Bossier City. 841-5646. All acts are 6-10 p.m. unless noted. Winston Hall, May 15; Winston Hall and Chris Allen Jazz Night, May 16; Drew Ley, 6-11 p.m. May 17; Steve Ramey, 6-11 p.m. May 18; Drew Ley, May 21;Winston Hall, May 22; Winston Hall and Chris Allen Jazz Night, May 23; Drew Ley, 6-11 p.m. May 24; Sammy Halphen, 6-11 p.m. May 25; Drew Ley, May 28; Winston Hall, May 29.

| BARS/NIGHTLIFE: Professor Porkchop Band 6:30 p.m. May 18, Superior Grill

| MUSIC/COMEDY | MAY 19: SHREVEPORT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

CHAMBER MUSIC SERIES, all-Mozart program including Oboe Quartet in F, Trio in E-Flat for Clarinet, Viola and Piano, and Serenade in G Major. Free. 3 p.m. Anderson Auditorium, Hurley School of Music, Centenary College, Shreveport. For details, visit www.shreveportsymphony.com.

MAY 23: SPRING CONCERT SERIES, all shows from 6-8 p.m. Schedule: May 23. Lake Overlook in Provenance, 1968 Bridgewater Ave., Shreveport. Call 683-0399.

JUNE 12: MARY J. BLIGE, The one and only R&B and soul diva performs with Grammy nominee Anthony Hamilton and comedian Jay Lamont. $57-$112. 8 p.m. CenturyLink Center, 2000 CenturyLink Center Drive, Bossier City. Call 747-2501.

| SPECIAL EVENTS | MAY 15, 22 & 29: BEGINNER COUNTRY-WESTERN

TWO-STEP DANCE LESSONS, $8 per person per class. 6:30-7:30 p.m. SandysDance Center, 111 Dalton St., Suite 400, Shreveport. Call 465-4534.

MAY 17, JUNE 7, 21, JULY 5 & 19: MOVIES AND MOONBEAMS, Enjoy popular movies in an outdoor setting. Schedule: May 17, “Wreck-It Ralph,” 8 p.m. Bilberry Park; June 7, “Kung Fu Panda 2,” 8:30 p.m. Riverview Park; June 21, “Madagascar 3,” 8:30 p.m., A.C. Steere Park; July 5, Captain America,” 8:30 p.m. Riverview Park; July 19, “Happy Feet 2,” 8:30 p.m. Columbia Park.

| SPECIAL EVENTS: Mudbug Madness May 23-26, Festival Plaza

MAY 18: CHIMPANZEE DISCOVERY DAYS, the only regularly scheduled opportunities for the public to visit the chimpanzee sanctuary. Free, but guests are encouraged to bring a contribution of food for the chimps. Theme: Endangered Species, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Following Chimpanzee Discovery Days, visitors are invited to attend Chimp Chat and Chew, which includes a behindthe-scenes hayride tour of the sanctuary, lunch and a presentation by one of the staff. Chimp Chat and Chew dates are May 18, June 15, Sept. 21 and Nov. 16 beginning at noon; $40 adults, $20 children; reservations required. Chimp Haven, 13600 Chimpanzee Place, Keithville, La. Call 925-9575 for directions and information.

MAY 18: HOLY ANGELS’ 12TH ANNUAL DAVID RICE MEMORIAL ANGEL RUN AND WALK, All proceeds benefit the residents at Holy Angels. 8 a.m. Call 797-8500.

MAY 18: BARKSDALE GLOBAL POWER MUSEUM ASSOCIATION CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT, Team cost $400, individuals $100. Registration begins at 11 a.m., shotgun start at 1 p.m. Olde Oaks Golf Club.

MAY 19: STARS OF STYLE “WHERE STYLE MEETS RUNWAY, featuring Darian Ellis, America’s Next Top Model, hosted by Dez Duron and cohosted by actress/model Darcel Moreno. $30 VIP, $15 general admission, $20 at the door. 5-9 p.m. Riverview Hall, downtown Shreveport. Call 820-5422.

MAY 19: KREWE OF ELDERS PARTY, with entertainment by The Bone Dancers, door prizes, 50/50 raffle, cash bar; bring snacks. $6 members, $10 non-members. 1:30-5:30 p.m. American Legion Post No. 14, 5315 South Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport. Call 752-9175 or 631-8865.

MAY 21: CHA-CHA LESSONS, presented by USA Dance Shreveport. $8 adults, $7 USA Dance members, $4 students with ID. Beginning cha-cha 6:30 p.m., intermediate cha-cha 7:30 p.m. SandysDance Center, 111 Dalton St., Suite 400, Shreveport. Call 798-6783.

MAY 23-26: MUDBUG MADNESS, The 30th annual event that celebrates Louisiana’s favorite crustacean returns to town and features plenty of food, live zydeco music and a closing-night fireworks display. Admission: Free until 5 p.m. Thursday and Friday; $5 after 5 p.m. Thursday and Friday and all day Saturday and Sunday. 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Festival Plaza, downtown Shreveport.

MAY 24: FISH FRY, Deliveries and take-outs will be available, along with door prizes and a pledge basket with some amazing gifts. Tickets will need to be purchased before the event at $5 each. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Bossier Council on Aging, 706 Bearkat Drive, Bossier City. Call 741-8302.

MAY 30: AROUND THE WORLD IN 18 HOLES GOLF TOURNAMENT, includes golf cart and green fees, lunch, snacks, beverages, gift bags and door prizes. $600 per team of four, $175 per individual. Deadline for teams is May 24. Registration and lunch at 11 a.m., tee time at noon. Stonebridge Golf Club, 301 Stonebridge Blvd., Bossier City. Call 747-2004.

MAY 30-JUNE 1: 61ST ANNUAL SPRINGHILL CHAMPIONSHIP RODEO, with parade at 5 p.m. May 30 on Main Street, specialty act RFD Television’s Trish Lynn and the All-American Cowgirl Chicks and rodeo comedian Rudy Burns. 8 p.m. nightly. Family night May 30, adults $5, children 10 and under free; $10 adults, $5 children May 31 and June 1. Machen Drive Extension, Springhill, La. Call Eric Simmons at 539-1311 or 539-5951.

JUNE 3, 10, 17 & 24: CAJUN DANCE LESSONS, beginner Cajun two-step 6:30 p.m., beginner Cajun waltz 7:30 p.m. $8 per person per class. SandysDance Center, 111 Dalton St., Suite 400, Shreveport. Call 465-4534.

JUNE 6: SCIENCE ON THE ROCKS, Sci-Port: Louisiana’s Science Center brings scientific topics and principles to life in this series of events for the public. Topic: 3-D Art. $15, includes drink and food. 7 p.m. Sci-Port: Louisiana’s Science Center, 820 Clyde Fant Parkway, Shreveport. Call 424-3466.

JUNE 6: EMPTY BOWLS 2013 LUNCHEON, Each individual that attends receives a painted bowl of their choice to take home as a reminder of all the “empty bowls” in our community in this benefit for the Food Bank of Northwest Louisiana. $500 empty bowl lunch sponsor, $250 patron sponsor. 11:30 a.m. Eldorado Casino. Call 675-2400, ext. 100.

JUNE 15: LOYOLA COLLEGE PREP PRESENTS COACH K’S FATHER-CHILD BASKETBALL CAMP, Both children and adults will have fun playing basketball and learning the fundamentals while spending quality time together and interacting with coaches. $50 one parent and one child; $100, one parent and two children; $150 one parent and three children; $200 one parent and four children; $250 one parent and five children, includes camp T-shirts. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Loyola College Prep Gymnasium, 921 Jordan St., Shreveport. Call 226-6331.

JUNE 21: LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL FESTIVAL, a celebration of the music, art and food of the African-American culture. $10, free to children 5 and under. Festival Plaza, downtown Shreveport. Call 470-3890.

THROUGH MAY 23: FREE MUSIC PRODUCTION CLASSES, Students are taught to use the Steinberg Cubase 6.5 music software system for music recording, arranging and editing as part of a Digital Audio Workstation. Free to students ages 12-19. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays. Music Mission Studio and Outreach Center, 9221 Ellerbe Road, Shreveport. Call 402-2635.

| BARS/NIGHTLIFE: Alexandra McCullough 9-11 p.m. Thursdays, Stir Tapas

FIRST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH: SHREVEPORT SAIL AND POWER SQUADRON, This group promotes boating fun, safety and education and meets at 6:30 p.m. at the Shreveport Yacht Club, 2905 Municipal Pier Road, Shreveport. Call 426-9484.

SATURDAYS THROUGH MAY 23: MUSIC PRODUCTION CLASSES, free classes for area youth in grades 7 through 12; join at any time. Free. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Music Mission Studio and Outreach Center, 9221 Ellerbe Road, Shreveport. Call 402-2635.

EVERY SATURDAY: CHESS GAMES, Test your skills at this classic board game every Saturday at noon. Free. Downtown YMCA, 401 McNeill St., Shreveport. Call Ken Wyzywany at 564- 1372 or Matt Alexander at 655-2846.

ONGOING: ABSOLUTE BEGINNER LINE DANCE CLASS, Learn popular line dances and burn calories. Casual dress. $8 per person. 5:30-6:30 p.m. every Monday. SandysDance Center, 111 Dalton St., Suite 400, Shreveport. Call 465-4534 or visit www.sandysdance.com.

ONGOING: BOSSIER ANIMAL CONTROL ADOPTION DAYS, Animals in good health are in need of loving homes. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays. Petsmart, 2630 Beene Blvd., Bossier City. Hand in Paw, Friends of Bossier City Animal Control, needs volunteers to help with the adoption days. Contact Phyllis Whatley at 742-8673 or visit www.bossiercity.org (under animal control adoption).

ONGOING: SHREVEPORT MUNICIPAL AUDITORIUM TOURS AND THE STAGE OF STARS AND LEGENDS MUSEUM, Each Saturday, join guides for a tour of Shreveport’s national landmark, Municipal Auditorium. The museum and tours feature historical events, architecture, the Hall of Heroes, and musical history. $5. Tours open to public on Sundays from 1-4 p.m. Museum hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 705 Elvis Presley Blvd., Shreveport. Call 220-9434.

ONGOING: DETOUR DOWNTOWN RUN/WALK/ BIKE/CRAWL CLUB, Each week, Detour members will meet at Overtime Sports Bar and then run/walk/bike as fast/far as one would like down Clyde Fant Parkway then head back to Overtime Sports Bar for free non-alcoholic beverages and great drink and food specials. Detour Downtown provides an opportunity to stay active, connect with friends, network and meet new people. 6 p.m. Wednesdays. 200 Travis St., Shreveport. Call 673-0048 or visit www.shreveporthappyhour.com/ detour/.

ONGOING: SHREVEPORT GAME NIGHT, Every Wednesday, a small group gathers to play card and board games. Free. 7 p.m. Robinson Film Center, 617 Texas St., Shreveport. Visit www. ShreveportGameNight.org.

| THEATER/PERFORMANCE: “ART” May 16-18, East Bank Theater

| THEATER/PERFORMANCE |

MAY 16-18: “ART,” a musical comedy produced by River City Rep about three friends who argue and comically battle when one of them purchase a white-on-white painting for an exorbitant amount of money. $35. 7:30 p.m. May 9-11, 16-18; 3 p.m. May 12. East Bank Theatre, 1302 Barksdale Blvd., Shreveport. Call 868-5888.

MAY 17-19: “FREUD’S LAST SESSION,” C.S. Lewis meets Sigmund Freud in this stage reading directed by Richard Folmer. $10. 7:30 p.m. May 17 and 18, 3 p.m. May 19. Couch Chapel, First United Methodist Church, head of Texas Street, downtown Shreveport. Call 429-6885.

MAY 23-26: THE WEDDING SINGER, When his fiancée leaves him standing at the altar, a wannabe rock star becomes a wedding planner’s worst nightmare, taking out his bitterness on stage until his eye and heart turn to a new friend. $22. 7:30 p.m. May 23-25, 2 p.m. May 26. Shreveport Little Theatre, 812 Margaret Place, Shreveport. Call 424-4439

JUNE 7-8, 14-15: IN THE HEIGHTS, presented by the Academy of Children’s Theater. $25 adults, $15 students and children. 7 p.m. Marjorie Lyons Playhouse, Centenary College, Shreveport. Call 869-5242.

JUNE 18: THE ADDAMS FAMILY, The “creepy and kooky” TV family based on the hauntingly funny comics of Charles Addams is now a Broadway musical. $68.50, $55.50 and $35.50. 8 p.m. Strand Theatre, 619 Louisiana Ave., Shreveport. Call 226-8555.


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