ENTERTAINMENT/FUN/THEATER/DANCE/MUSIC/CASINOS

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AUG. 8-OCT. THE ART AND MUSIC OF CHRIS

McCAA: with an opening reception from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Aug. 8. $20 at the door. 1800 Prime in Boomtown Casino, 300 Riverside Drive, Bossier City.

AUG. 15: 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: “Planes, Trains and Automobiles.” Trolley tours run approximately every 20 minutes from 5-8 p.m. at artspace, 710 Texas St., Shreveport. Call 673-6535.

AUG. 17-SEPT. 14: MARK BURT & LACEY STINSON EXHIBIT, art exhibition. Opening reception, 3-6 p.m. Aug. 24. Free. East Bank Gallery, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Call 741-8310.

AUG. 17-SEPT. 14: JESSICA INGRAM EXHIBIT, art exhibition. Free. Emerging Artist Gallery, East Bank Gallery, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Call 741-8310.

AUG. 18-SEPT. 13: SHREVEPORT ART CLUB ANNUAL MEMBER SHOW, The annual member show is celebrating its 92nd year. Artists’ reception 2-4 p.m. Aug.

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Jimmy Wooten Band Aug. 10, Superior Grill 18. Free. Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Louisiana State Exhibit Museum, 3015 Greenwood Road, Shreveport. Call 632-2020.

AUG. 31: SUMMER SPEAKER SERIES, featuring Alexander Mikaberitze, 2-4 p.m. Free. Gallery Fine Arts Center, 2151 Airline Drive, Bossier City.

SEPT. 5: 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: “Hypnosis.” $15, includes drink and food. 7 p.m. Sci-Port: Louisiana’s Science Center, 820 Clyde Fant Parkway, Shreveport. Call 424-3466.

SEPT. 5-OCT. 5: THE EYES OF JULIETTE … A JOURNEY OF REFLECTION, paintings and poetry by Shreveport artist Alison Atkins in a revealing journey of loss, courage, strength and affirmation of hope for the future. Free. Opening reception 5-8 p.m. Sept. 5. artspace, 710 Texas St., Shreveport. Call 673-6535.

THROUGH AUG. 11: “P.O.R.N.: POST-OP, RETRO NOUVEAU ART WORKS BY BRETT MALONE,” Free. Noon to 4 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 AUG. 17: “SIGNS AND SYMBOLS,” exhibit by Gwen Norsworthy. 1-5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday and Friday; 12-4 p.m. Saturday, and also by appointment. Norsworthy Fine Art Gallery, 214 Texas St., Shreveport. Call 424-6764.

THROUGH AUG. 17: DANIEL CASSITY AND MARLENE WATERS, art exhibit. Free. East Bank Gallery, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Call 741-8310.

THROUGH AUG. 17: WHITNEY CASKEY, art exhibit. Free. Emerging Artist Gallery, East Bank Gallery, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Call 741-8310.

THROUGH AUG. 18: ARTISTS ENTREPRENEUR TRAINING GRADUATE EXHIBITION. Free. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday. Shreveport Regional Arts Council Central Artstation, 801 Crockett St., Shreveport.

THROUGH AUG. 24: “YOU, ME & EVERYTHING IN-BETWEEN,” an exhibition of works by artist Joshua Chambers. Free. artspace, 710 Texas St., Shreveport. Call 673-6535.

THROUGH AUG. 24: “THE EXQUISITE PHOTOGRAPHY OF BRIAN M. BUCKNER,” Using photography as a form of communication, Buckner captures the essence of a 3-D environment and portrays it in such a way that it enlists the emotions of that given moment. Free. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. Karpeles Manuscript Museum, 3201 Centenary Blvd., Shreveport. Call 861-7615. Visit www. karpeles.com.

THROUGH AUG. 31: “THE FOURTEEN PRESIDENTS PRIOR TO GEORGE WASHINGTON,” The United States held regular governmental sessions as far back as September 1774 in which Congress had always been moderated by an elected president. This exhibit includes handwritten articles by the first 14 presidents prior to Washington. Free. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. Karpeles Manuscript Museum, 3201 Centenary Blvd., Shreveport. Call 861-7615. Visit www. karpeles.com.

THROUGH AUGUST: MINI-FOLK ART FEST, Presented by the Desoto Arts Council Gallery, the display of this popular art form features pieces by Barry Wiley of Mansfield, Azzie Mitchell of Pelican, and Bertha Harris and Stephanie Lacour of Shreveport; all pieces are sales tax-free. Thursday and Friday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Grand Cane Cultural District. Call 734-1433.

SEPT. 14-OCT. 30: MARY JEAN DAVIS & DEBBIE ENGLE, art exhibition. Opening reception, 3-6 p.m. Sept. 28. Free. East Bank Gallery, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Call 741-8310.

SEPT. 14-OCT. 30: MICHAEL PAUL EXHIBIT, art exhibition. Free. Emerging Artist Gallery, East Bank Gallery, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Call 741-8310.

THROUGH OCT. 27: “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.

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.

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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.

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“You, Me & Everything In-Between” Through Aug. 24 artspace

BUFFALO WILD WINGS: 375 Boardwalk Blvd., No. L, Louisiana Boardwalk, Bossier City, 752-3801. Front Cover, Aug. 8; Pocket Change, Aug. 15; Kings of Pleasure, Aug. 22; The Syndicate, Aug. 29.

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 website 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, Aug. 8; The Wizards of Voz, Aug. 9; John Wright, Aug. 10; Jerry Beach Blues Jam, Aug. 12; John Wright, Aug. 15; The Pack, Aug. 16; John Wright, Aug. 17; Jerry Beach Blues Jam, Aug. 19.

MUDDY WATERS SPORTS BAR: 5000 Benton Road, Bossier City. 741-7635. Beaux Atkins, Aug. 10; Jared Bridges, Aug. 17; Joe Nadeau, Aug. 31.

NAKED BEAN CAFÉ: 451 Kings Hwy., Shreveport. 864- 2999. Bill and Pam’s acoustic jam, 5:30-9:30 p.m. Aug. 7; open mic, host to be announced, Aug. 8; Main Street Connection, 8-10 p.m. Aug. 9; Kerns Naked Vinyl, 7-10 p.m. Aug. 10; Bill and Pam’s acoustic jam, 5:30-9:30 p.m. Aug. 14; IRS Project Jazz Trio, 7-9 p.m. Aug. 15; Hippies Use Side Door, 7-10 p.m. Aug. 17; Bill and Pam’s acoustic jam, 5:30-9:30 p.m. Aug. 21.

NOBLE SAVAGE: 417 Texas St., Shreveport. 221-1781. Barbara Jarrell, Aug. 7; Dirty Red’s Jam Session, Aug. 8; Bone Dancers, Aug. 9; Test Tone Babies, Aug. 10; Dan and Amelia, Aug. 13; Steve Ramey and Daniel Mims, Aug. 14; Dirty Red’s Jam Session, Aug. 15; Jed Marum, Aug. 16; Drag Strip Phantoms, Aug. 17; TBA, Aug. 20; Tim and Jason, Aug. 21. RISTORANTE GIUSEPPE: 4800 Line Ave., Shreveport. 869-4548. Jazziana, 7 p.m. every Friday and Saturday.

RUSTIC COWBOY: 12780 Mansfield Road, Shreveport. 775-5327. All acts are 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. unless otherwise stated. Acoustic jam night with J.P., Aug. 7; karaoke, 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. Aug. 8; Bourbon Alley, Aug. 9; karaoke, 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. Aug. 10; acoustic jam night with J.P., Aug. 14; karaoke, 8 p.m. to 12 a.m., Aug. 15; Doug Stone with special guest Lucas Jageneaux, Aug. 16; ; karaoke, 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Aug. 17; acoustic jam night with J.P., Aug. 21.

SUPERIOR GRILL: 6123 Line Ave., Shreveport. 869-3243.

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“The Exquisite Photography of Brian M. Buckner” Through Aug. 24, Karpeles Manuscript Museum All acts are 6:30-10 p.m. The Caravan, Aug. 7; Red Thread, Aug. 8; Pocket Change, Aug. 9; Jimmy Wooten Band, Aug. 10; Scram & Wulfie, Aug. 11; Jimmy Wooten Band, Aug. 13; The Mix, Aug. 14; The Roscoes, Aug. 15 & 16; Keith Horton Band, Aug. 17; What the Funk, Aug. 18; Jimmy Wooten Band, Aug. 20; J.B. and the Violet Crowns, Aug. 21.

WANT TO GET YOUR EVENT, BAND OR BAR/NIGHTCLUB LISTED IN “TALK OF THE TOWN”? EMAIL INFORMATION THREE WEEKS PRIOR TO THE EVENT DATE TO [email protected].

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Farmers’ Market 7 a.m. to noon Saturdays through Aug. 31, Festival Plaza

SUPERIOR’S STEAKHOUSE: 855 Pierremont Road, Suite 120, Shreveport. 869-3243. All acts are 6-10 p.m. unless noted. Hanna Unverzagt, Aug. 7; Clayton Jones, Aug. 8; Clayton Jones, 6-11 p.m. Aug. 9; Hanna Unverzagt, 7 p.m. to 12 a.m. Aug. 10; Gary Tubbs, Aug. 12; James Pendley, Aug. 13; Gary & Christina, Aug. 14; Clayton Jones, Aug. 15; Hanna Unverzagt, 6-11 p.m. Aug. 16; Clayton Jones, 7 p.m. to 12 a.m. Aug. 17; Gary Tubbs, Aug. 19; Cole Vosbury, Aug. 20; Cole Vosbury and Christina Langston, Aug. 21.

2JOHNS STEAK & SEAFOOD: Airline Plaza, 2151 Airline Drive, Bossier City. 841-5646. All acts are 6-10 p.m. unless noted. Winston Hall, Aug. 7; Winston Hall and Chris Allen, Aug. 8; Drew Ley, 6-11 p.m. Aug. 9; Hanna Unverzagt, 6-11 p.m. Aug. 10; Drew Ley, Aug. 13; Winston Hall, Aug. 14; Winston Hall & Chris Allen, Aug. 15; Drew Ley, 6-11 p.m. Aug. 16; Cole Vosbury, 6-11 p.m. Aug. 17; Drew Ley, Aug. 20; Winston Hall, Aug. 21.

| MUSIC/COMEDY |

AUG. 9: BRYAN ADAMS – SOLO AND ACOUSTIC,

Armed with a small array of acoustic guitars, Adams will rock the town with such hits as “Cuts Like a Knife” and “Summer of ‘69.” 8 p.m. $80, $59.50 & $33.50. Call 226-8555.

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Winston Hall, Aug. 14, 2JOHNS STEAK & SEAFOOD

AUG. 9: MINDLESS BEHAVIOR, The teen R&B/pop sensation brings their “All Around the World” tour to town. $83-$213. 7 p.m. CenturyLink Center, 2000 CenturyLink Drive, Bossier City. Call 747-2501.

AUG. 10: HOUSE CONCERT SERIES, featuring 3 Penny Acre. 7 p.m. $20. Fairfield Studios, 1510 Fairfield Ave., Shreveport. Call 220-0400 or 933-2514.

AUG 10: W.A.R.R. & P.E.A.C.E. (2ND INSTALLMENT), a camping event/music festival and a wild American rock revolution featuring the bands Sumthin Sikk, In the Event of Drowning and Every Knee Shall Bow and DJs Nanolog, Havex, Mexaflex, Ragetraveler & timepilot, and Ragdoll TK. $10 presale, $15 gate price. 3 p.m. to 3 a.m. The Old Barn, 5455 highway 5, Gloster. Call 517-8726.

AUG. 18: DEDICATION CONCERT, featuring Beethoven’s Mass in C and Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 20 in a premiere performance on the new Steinway piano. Free. 4 p.m. followed by reception. St. Pius X Catholic Church, 4300 N. Market St., Shreveport. Call 272-0935.

SEPT. 15: HOUSE CONCERT SERIES, featuring Adler and Hearne. 7 p.m. $20. Fairfield Studios, 1510 Fairfield Ave., Shreveport. Call 220-0400 or 933-2514.

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AUG. 7, 9, 12, 14, 19 & 21: SHOTS FOR TOTS BACK-TO-SCHOOL IMMUNIZATIONS, The Shots for Tots mobile unit will offer immunizations for children returning to school. Free. Schedule: Aug. 7 & 9, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., The Children’s Dental Clinic, 6725 Southern Ave., Shreveport; Aug. 12, 10 a.m. to 1 pm p.m. Brookshire’s, Bert Kouns at Linwood, Shreveport, 2:30 -5 p.m. Albertson’s, 3121 East Texas St., Bossier City; Aug. 14, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sam’s Club, 7400 Youree Drive, Shreveport, 2:30-5 p.m. Highland Center, 520 Olive St., Shreveport; Aug. 19, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Books A Million, 2001 Airline Drive, Bossier City, 2:30-5 p.m. Lowe’s, 2360 Airline Drive, Bossier City; Aug. 21, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Brookshire’s, North Market at I-220, Shreveport; 2:30-5 p.m. Blanchard Town Hall, 110 Main St., Blanchard.

AUG. 10: SKILLS CLINIC, The Heritage Foundation will teach you how to communicate with your state and federal representatives. Free. A bag lunch will be served at noon for $5. 12-3 p.m. 1258 Dalzell St., Shreveport. To RSVP, call Diane Long at 286-0084 by Aug. 8.

AUG. 10: HAPPINESS HAPPENS CELEBRATION DAY, Enjoy bowling, live music, bagpipes and drums, photo booth, art projects, hula-hooping, games, activities and an open mic to those who wish to share their happiness with others. Free. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Holiday Lanes, 3316 Old Minden Road, Bossier City. Visit http://bit.ly/HHappens.

AUG. 10: MIDWAY TO MARDI GRAS CORONATION PARTY, The Krewe of Centaur will present its XXIII royal court. $40. Tickets online at www. kreweofcentaur.org, at the door or at Another Broken Egg Café, 855 Pierremont Road, Shreveport. 6:30 p.m. to midnight, with the coronation at 8 p.m. RiverView Hall, downtown Shreveport.

AUG. 10: SANDYSDANCE CENTER MARGARITAVILLE DANCE PARTY, featuring free dance lesson at 7 p.m., dancing to the music of SandysDance Party 7:30-10:30 p.m. $15 per person, casual attire. SandysDance Center, 111 Dalton St., Suite 400, Shreveport. Call 465-4534.

AUG. 12-27: 2013 TBT POKER RALLY, The Best of Times magazine is hosting its third annual contest to benefit the Food Bank of Northwest Louisiana; contestants will visit five local businesses to pick up sealed envelopes containing poker cards, and prize winners are determined by the highestranking five-card poker hand. Free. Call 636-5510.

AUG. 15: BOSSIER CHAMBER SHOOT-OUT, a sporting clay event with four-man teams. Mulligans,$10/pair per person; raffle tickets $10, members $100 individual entry, non-members $125 individual entry. Registration 8 a.m., shotgun start 9 a.m., fish fry and skills contest noon, awards ceremony 1 p.m. Los Paloma Shooting Range and Event Center, 900 Seven Pines Road, Benton.

AUG. 15, 22, 29, SEPT. 12, 19, 26, OCT. 10, 17, 24: ARODASI YOGA DANCE, free public yoga classes offered by Arodasi Healing Institute as a service to the community. Free. 5:45-7 p.m. Central Artstation, 801 Crockett St., Shreveport. To RSVP, call 834-0948.

AUG. 16, SEPT. 6 & 20; Oct. 4 & 18: MOVIES AND MOONBEAMS, Enjoy popular movies in an outdoor setting. Schedule: Aug. 16, “High School Musical 3,” 8 p.m., Valencia Park; Sept. 6, “The Avengers,” 7:30 p.m., RiverView Park; Sept. 20, “The Lorax,” 7:30 p.m. A.B. Palmer Park; Oct. 4, “Hotel Transylvania,” 7 p.m., RiverView Park; Oct. 18, “Frankenweenie,” 7 p.m., David Raines Park.

AUG. 17: SECOND ANNUAL GOLFIN’ AND GIVIN’ NIGHT GOLF TOURNAMENT, benefitting Volunteers for Youth Justice – CASA program. $130 per team, two-man scramble. Registration at 4 p.m. Trails End Golf Course, Arcadia, La. Call Amie Roberts at 318-425-4413.

SEPT. 7: ZUMBATHON, Come have fun and burn some calories for a good cause. Your $10 donation will benefit the Family Advocacy Group, a nonprofit dedicated to helping families affected by domestic violence. 10:30 a.m. Broadmoor YMCA, 215 Carroll St., Shreveport.

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Chimpanzee Discovery Days 9 a.m. to noon Sept. 21 Chimp Haven

SEPT. 21: 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: “African Peace Festival,” 9 a.m. to noon Following Chimpanzee Discovery Days, visitors are invited to attend Chimp Chat and Chew, which includes a behind-the-scenes hayride tour of the sanctuary, lunch and a presentation by one of the staff. Chimp Chat and Chew dates are Sept. 21 and Nov. 16 beginning at noon; $40 adults, $20 children; reservations required. Chimp Haven, 13600 Chimpanzee Place, Keithville. Call 925-9575 for directions and information.

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.

EVERY SATURDAY AND TUESDAY THROUGH AUG. 31: FARMERS’ MARKET, with more than 150 booths of locally grown produce, meat, honey and plants as well as delicious artisan food products, arts and crafts, and Market Café. 7 a.m. to noon Saturdays through Aug. 31; 3-6 p.m. Tuesdays. Festival Plaza on Saturdays, east end of Festival Plaza on Tuesdays, downtown Shreveport. Call 455-5788.

EVERY SATURDAY: YOGIE AND FRIENDS EXOTIC CAT SANCTUARY, Louisiana’s only rescue for abused, neglected and unwanted big, exotic cats is open every Saturday from noon to 5 p.m. weather permitting until November. Yogie and Friends, 128 Fob Lane, Frierson. Call 795-9455.

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: YOGA CLASSES, in the style of Krishnamacarya; all levels welcome. Class fee is by donation. Mondays, 5:45-6:45 p.m., Thursdays, 8-9 a.m. All Souls Unitarian Universalist Church, 9449 Ellerbe Road. Call 210-7203.

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 http://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.

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AUG. 8-11: “INTO THE WOODS,” The SLT Academy senior musical takes a unique look at classic fairy tales, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by James Lapine, $22. 7:30 p.m. Aug. 8-10, 2 p.m. Aug. 11. Shreveport Little Theatre, 812 Margaret Place, Shreveport, Call 424-4439.

AUG. 8-11: “STICK FLY,” An affluent African-American family gathers at their Martha’s Vineyard home for the weekend, and brothers Kent and Flip have each brought their respective ladies home to meet the parents for the first time; presented by Mahogany Ensemble Theatre. $15 general admission, $10 senior citizens and students. 8 p.m. Aug. 8-10, 2 p.m. Aug. 11. East Bank Theatre, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Call 759-7894.

AUG. 24: SKULL MOUNTAIN, presented by Rising Star Theatrical Productions. 2 & 5 p.m. $5. East Bank Theatre, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Call 741-8310.

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Drew Ley Aug. 9, 2JOHNS STEAK & SEAFOOD

WANT TO GET YOUR EVENT, BAND OR BAR/NIGHTCLUB LISTED IN “TALK OF THE TOWN”? EMAIL INFORMATION THREE WEEKS PRIOR TO THE EVENT DATE TO [email protected].