| ART/EXHIBITS |

NOV. 29: ARTIST ONE STOP CLASSES, Learn a variety of aspects of the arts in these courses. Admission is free with a Bossier Arts Council membership at $25. Topic: “Using Excel for Art?” BAC will show you the basics of Excel while showing you how to format both an image list and inventory. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Bossier Arts Council, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Call 741-8310.

NOV. 29: NEW ART BY AMANDA BOSLEY, Enjoy complimentary wine and live entertainment by Engine. Free, 7-9 p.m. Noble Savage, 417 Texas St., Shreveport.

NOV. 30-JAN. 31: ANNUAL BOSSIER PARISH STUDENT ART SHOW, Free. East Bank Gallery, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Call 741-8310.

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

DEC. 8-JAN. 10: WATERCOLORS BY CHRISTINE BAILEY, featuring new and contemporary works. Free. 1-5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday and Friday; 12-4:30 p.m. Saturday. Norsworthy Fine Art Gallery, 214 Texas St., Shreveport. Call 424-6764.

DEC. 19: 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: “Presents.” Grab a steaming cup of cider and wander downtown Shreveport to shop for your perfect holiday gifts. Trolley tours run approximately every 20 minutes from 5-8 p.m. at artspace, 710 Texas St., Shreveport. Call 673- 6535.

THROUGH NOV. 30: JESSICA VAN ALSTYNE EXHIBIT, art exhibition. Free. Emerging Artist Gallery, East Bank Gallery, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Call 741-8310.

THROUGH NOV. 30: PASTEL SOCIETY EXHIBIT, Free. East Bank Gallery, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Call 741-8310.

THROUGH DEC. 1: “THE BUCKET LIST CHALKBOARD,” Local artist Megan Davis is asking people to share your dreams of the one goal you wish to achieve before you die. The chalkboard is traveling throughout Shreveport Common with its latest stop at Oakwood Cemetery through Dec. 1 before ending its tour at Central Artstation in December.

THROUGH DEC. 3: ART BY NICOLE COLLIE, Originally from the Bahamas, Nicole creates vibrant and colorful acrylics on canvas. Free. 1-5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday and Friday; 12-4:30 p.m. Saturday. Norsworthy Fine Art Gallery, 214 Texas St., Shreveport. Call 424-6764.

THROUGH DEC. 27: “IT’S WHAT YOU MAKE OF IT: A CELEBRATION OF LIFE,” based on interviews and photographs of area citizens by Bennett Sewell, M.D. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. West Wing Gallery, Louisiana State Exhibit Museum, 3015 Greenwood Road, Shreveport. Call 632-2020.

THROUGH JAN. 12: LEGO CASTLE ADVENTURE, Children and families are transported to a LEGO kingdom where they, too, can become master castle builders, using LEGO bricks. Sci-Port: Louisiana’s Science Center, 820 Clyde Fant Parkway, Shreveport. Call 424-3466.

THROUGH JAN. 18: “OBJECT,” an art exhibition by Joe Bluhm and Adam Volker. artspace, 710 Texas St., Shreveport. Call 673-6535.

THROUGH JAN. 31: 21ST CENTURY: “FIVE DEGREES OF REALISM,” The exhibition features art from Jerry Berg, Daniel Cassity, Albino Hinjosa, Talbot Hopkins and Peter Jones. Free. Noon to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Gallery Fine Arts Center, 2151 Airline Drive, Bossier City.

THROUGH FEB. 1: “A REALIST EXHIBITION,” featuring the art of Jerry Berg, Daniel Cassity, Albino Hinojosa, Talbot Hopkins and Peter Jones. Free. 2-6 p.m. Thursday-Friday, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. Gallery Fine Art Center, 2151 Airline Drive, Bossier City. Call 741-8310.

THROUGH FEB. 4: “ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT,” This exhibit draws upon connections with organizations and legendary artists such as Canadian painter Robert Bateman, Swedish-born sculptor Kent Ullberg and American artist/poet Leo Osborne. Free. R.W. Norton Art Gallery, 4747 Creswell Ave., Shreveport. Call 865-4201.

ONGOING: ARTPORT: “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: 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 SATURDAY OF THE MONTH: SHREVEPORT WRITERS CLUB, Writers from all stages of life in all genres and styles of writing meet to share their thoughts in written form with other people who love words; guests welcome. Free. 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Bossier Arts Council Annex, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City.

| 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.

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.

COUGARS DEN: 1835 Old Minden Road, Bossier City. 752-4140. Karaoke, Nov. 27; LSY and Arkansas free food and fun, Nov. 29.

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).

EL PORTRILLOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT, 6614 Youree Drive, Shreveport. Lane Rogers, Mondays and Wednesdays.

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, Nov. 28; Kandu, Nov. 29; John Wright, Nov. 30; Jerry Beach Blues Jam, Dec. 2; John Wright, Dec. 5; The Yard Dogs, Dec. 6; John Wright, Dec. 7; Jerry Beach Blues Jam, Dec. 9.

MUDDY WATERS SPORTS BAR: 5000 Benton Road, Bossier City. 741-7635. Dixie Traditions, Dec. 14.

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. Open jam night, every Wednesday. J.P. Pennywell, 9 p.m. to 12 p.m. Nov. 28; Bayou Blues Company, Nov. 29; Austinville, Dec. 6; songwriters storytellers showcase featuring Cody Cooke, Derek Hicks, J.P. Pennywell, Kyle Ross Roop and Shane Metts, Dec. 7; Captain Legendary Band, Dec. 13.

SUPERIOR GRILL: 6123 Line Ave., Shreveport. 869-3243. All acts are 6:30-10 p.m. Keith Horton Band, Nov. 27; Matthew Davidson Band, Dec. 4.

TREJOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT, 5815 Youree Drive, Shreveport. 869-2316. Wayne’s FM karaoke, 6-10 p.m. Thursdays.

TWINE: 1513 Line Ave., Shreveport. 754-4024. All acts are 6:30- 9:30 p.m. unless noted. Hanna Unverzagt, Dec. 31.

| MUSIC/COMEDY |

NOV. 27: “MEMPHIS,” A smash hit on Broadway, the show features energetic choreography and hard-charging musical numbers with the powerhouse funk of James Brown, the hot guitar riffs of Chuck Berry, the smooth harmonies of the Temptations and the silken, bouncy pop of the great girl groups of the period. $68.50, $55.50, $35.50. 8 p.m. Strand Theatre, 619 Louisiana Ave., Shreveport. Call 226-8555.

DEC. 5: “SIMPLY SINATRA CHRISTMAS,” Reminiscent of the young Sinatra, Bobby Darin and Harry Connick Jr., Steve Lippia and his 10-piece band move from swing tunes to ballads, interpreting Frank’s favorite Christmas songs and classics. 8 p.m. $55.50, $45.50 and $35.50. 8 p.m. Strand Theatre, 619 Louisiana Ave., Shreveport. Call 226-8555.

DEC. 6-8: 64TH SHREVEPORT SYMPHONY NENA WIDEMAN INTERNATIONAL PIANO COMPETITION, Dazzling young pianists from all over the world compete for the gold. Preliminaries free Friday and Saturday; $10 finals on Sunday. Hurley School of Music, Centenary College. Call 869-5235.

DEC. 13: SHOJI TABUCHI CHRISTMAS SHOW, For years Tabuchi has performed in his own theater in Branson, playing country, bluegrass, Big Band, Cajun, Broadway/movie tunes, pop, jazz, swing and classical. 8 p.m. $51.50, $45.50 and $30.50. 8 p.m. Strand Theatre, 619 Louisiana Ave., Shreveport. Call 226-8555.

DEC. 21-22: HOLIDAY POPS, Celebrate the holiday season with the Shreveport Symphony Orchestra. $55, $44, $33, $15 and $12 for students. 7:30 p.m. Dec. 21, 2:30 p.m. Dec. 22. RiverView Hall, 600 Clyde Fant Parkway, Shreveport

JAN. 11: THE MUSIC OF LED ZEPPELIN, Bridging the gulf between rock and roll and classical music, the Shreveport Symphony Orchestra will be joined by a full rock band and singer Randy Jackson as they capture the music of Led Zeppelin in unique manner. Tickets range from $19-$59. 7:30 p.m. RiverView Theater, 600 Clyde Fant Parkway, Shreveport. Call 227-8863.

| SPECIAL EVENTS |

NOV. 28, DEC. 5 & 12: WEST COAST SWING DANCE LESSONS, beginner West Coast swing at 6:30 p.m., intermediate West Coast swing at 7:30 p.m. $8 per person per class. SandysDance Center, 111 Dalton St., Suite 400, Shreveport. Call 465-4534.

NOV. 29-DEC. 1: ANNUAL MISTLETOE AND MORE SHOW, Enjoy holiday shopping galore. $4, free to children 10 and under. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sunday. Bossier Civic Center, 620 Benton Road, Bossier City. Call 470-6714 or 564-9489.

DEC. 1: HIGHLAND OPEN STUDIO TOURS SUNDAYS, Each first Sunday will feature open studios, garages, yards and front porches filled with art, music, tag sales and other events. Free. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Addresses included in the studio tour are 436 Topeka St., 444 Olive St., 424 Dalzell St. and 118 E. Jordan St.

DEC. 2 & 9: COUNTRY TWO STEP DANCE LESSONS, beginner country two step at 6:30 p.m., intermediate country two step at 7:30 p.m. $8 per person per class. SandysDance Center, 111 Dalton St., Suite 400, Shreveport. Call 465-4534.

DEC. 6: 40TH ANNIVERSARY RUBY GALA, celebrate with the Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet, 7 p.m. RiverView Theater, 600 Clyde Fant Parkway, Shreveport. Tickets and information at www.shreveportmetropolitanballet.org or 221- 8500.

DEC. 6: HAUGHTON CHRISTMAS BAZAAR, Come out for your last-minute Christmas shopping needs, get unique gifts, and enjoy hot chocolate, candy canes and more. Free. 6-9 p.m. Dogwood Clubhouse, 7816 Dogwood Trail, Haughton.

DEC. 7: FIFTH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL, Theme: Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree, featuring silent auction, car show, chili cook-off, hidden treasure, live entertainment, pictures with Santa at 1 p.m., arts and crafts vendors, and food vendors. Free. 10 a.m. to dark. Sarepta Community Park Area, Sarepta, La. Call 318-847-4333.

DEC. 7-8: 2013 HOLIDAY TOUR OF HISTORIC HOMES, Visit five homes of diverse architectural styles in the Highland and Fairfield Historic Districts, as well as the Highland Holiday Art Market featuring items made by many artists who live and work in the Highland Cultural District. Tickets for each tour are $20 or a two-day package for $35, available online at www.restorehighland.org or at C&C Electric, 2430 Line Ave. 5-9 p.m. Dec. 7, 1-5 p.m. Dec. 8. Call 572-9037.

DEC. 8: ANNUAL CHRISTMAS TOUR OF HOMES, Presented by Quota International of Bossier City, five family homes are lovingly decorated in the Christmas tradition and a raffle for a huge, overflowing Christmas basket. $20. 1-5 p.m. Call 747-2613 or 868-7961.

DEC. 8, 15 & 22: TOY FAIR SANTA CLAUS, Come have your photo taken with Santa and drop off your Christmas list. Free. 1-5 p.m. Toy Fair, Pierremont Mall, Shreveport.

DEC. 31: NEW YEAR’S EVEN FIREWORKS, Free. 7 p.m. Windrush Lake, 1968 Bridgewater Ave., Shreveport. Call 683-0399.

THROUGH JAN. 18: PRESENTS, A unique shopping experience for the holidays. Fulfill all of your gift needs by purchasing from a wide variety of one-of-a-kind handmade artworks and other gift items created by local artists in Northwest Louisiana! artspace, 710 Texas St., Shreveport. Call 673-6535.

SECOND TUESDAY OF THE MONTH: PROFESSIONAL CIVIL LAW NOTARIES ASSOCIATION, Learn about the association and various acts and documents a notary can prepare. Free. Sign-in at 6 p.m., meeting at 6:30 p.m. Southern Hills Business Association Conference Center, 9701 Baird Road, Shreveport. Call 797-4396.

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: YOGIE AND FRIENDS EXOTIC CAT SANCTUARY, Louisiana’s only rescue for abused, neglected and unwanted big, exotic cats is open every Saturday from noon-5 p.m. weather permitting until November. Yogie and Friends, 128 Fob Lane, Frierson, La. Call 795-0455.

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.

FIRST SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH: HIGHLAND OPEN STUDIO TOUR, Artist workshops and galleries are open for your perusal with art to make and buy. Free. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tours start at 436 Topeka St. Visit http://www.restorehighland.com/.

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 and Tuesdays, 5:45-6:45 p.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 ty 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. 812 Margaret Place, Shreveport. Call 424-4439 for tickets and information.

DEC. 7-8: “THE NUTCRACKER,” The Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet presents its annual holiday classic with the Shreveport Symphony Orchestra. 7:30 p.m. Dec. 7 and 3 p.m. Dec. 8. RiverView Hall, 600 Clyde Fant Parkway, Shreveport. Also enjoy the Sugar Plum Fairy Luncheon at RiverView Hall. Tickets and information at www.shreveportmetropolitanballet.org or 221-8500.

| THEATER/PERFORMANCE |

DEC. 5-7, 12-14: “TARZAN,” A musical based on the Disney film about the famous ape man of the jungle. $20 adults, $18 seniors, $15 students/children. 7:30 p.m. Dec. 5-7 and 12-14; 2 p.m. Dec. 7 and 14. Emmett Hook Center, 550 Common St., Shreveport. Call 218-9978.

DEC. 6: “HOW DO YOU TUTU?,” The Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet celebrates 40 years with music by Brady Blade and Friends, catering by Drake, specialty cosmopolitan, silent auction and more. 7 p.m. RiverView Theater, 600 Clyde Fant Parkway, Shreveport. Tickets and information at www.shreveportmetropolitanballet.org or 221-8500.

DEC. 7: “FOOTLIGHTS III,” a musical revue fund-raiser for senior college scholarships presented by Shreveport Little Theatre Academy. 2 & 7:30 p.m. Shreveport Little Theatre,