| ART/EXHIBITS

JUNE 13: OPENING RECEPTION FOR MARLENE YU’S THE CRYSTAL REEF SERIES, The final exhibition of the Lucky Sevens at Bossier Art Council’s East Bank Gallery from June 2-July 31. The opening reception is from 2 to 4 p.m.

JULY 6-10: POP & MOTION ART CAMP, a unique experience for sixth to ninth graders who love pop art. Our Pop & Motion program encourages the exploration of each student’s creativity and vision. All supplies are provided, but campers must bring their own lunch. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Bossier Arts Council. bossierarts.org/wordpress1/summercamps2015/

THROUGH MAY 30: “INTENTIONAL THOUGHTS” BY CINDY HOLMES, gallery hours are 1 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday and Friday; noon to 4:30 p.m. Saturday. Call 424-6764. 214 Texas St.. Shreveport.

THROUGH MAY 31: “SPRING HAS SPRUNG AT THE BAC,” by the Shreveport Art Club. For more information regarding this show, visit www.bossierarts.org. The BAC’s East Bank Gallery hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and is located at 630 Barksdale Blvd. Bossier City, 71111.

THROUGH MAY 31: EMERGING ARTIST GALLERY, by Christy Martin. The exhibit is in the Bossier Art Council’s Emerging Artist Gallery (located inside the BAC at 630 Barksdale Boulevard). The Emerging Artist Gallery is a project of the Bossier Arts Council.

THROUGH JUNE 30: KIM BENNICK ARTWORK, On display at the East 70th brand of Community Trust Bank.

THROUGH JUNE 6: “UNCERTAINTY IN THE I’MPOSSIBLE ART & FEAR” BY WHITNEY NEWSON, This exhibition challenges this idea of identity and the possibility of discovering truth within ourselves, leaving no room for deception. To see more, visit nwlaartists.org. artspace.

THROUGH JULY 26: MASTERWORKS FROM THE INTERNATIONAL GUILD OF REALISM, the International Guild of Realism currently represents 350 artists hailing from 35 countries around the world who produce superb, high quality artwork, ranging from ultra-contemporary to timeless traditional realism. R.W. Norton Art Gallery.

THROUGH JULY 26: MASTERWORKS FROM THE INTERNATIONAL GUILD OF REALISM, intended to recognize achievement in realism and resulting in a traveling museum exhibition. R.W. Norton Art Gallery.

THROUGH AUG. 30: “THE ART OF THE LINE: THE DORE COLLECTION,” The R.W. Norton Research Library is proud to present the remarkable draftsmanship of one of the great masters of the print. With illustrations from popular fairy tales, Dante’s Inferno, Don Quixote and many more. The library is only open Saturday and Sundays from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. R.W. Norton.

THROUGH AUG. 30: “NATURAL LOUISIANA,” Photography exhibit by Ronnie Maum, Shelby Townsend and Toni Townsend, in the front lobby of Magale Library on the Centenary College campus. Free and open to the public. Call 869-5047. 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 a.m. to noon. Bossier Arts Council Annex, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City.

| BARS/NIGHTLIFE

2JOHNS STEAK & SEAFOOD: 2151 Airline Dr., Bossier City. 841-5646. 5 to 10 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday. 6 to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Drew Ley, Tuesdays and Fridays; Winston Hall, Wednesdays; Winston Hall & Chris Allen “Jazz Night,” Thursdays.

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.

BEAR’S ON FAIRFIELD: 1401 Fairfield Ave., Shreveport. 272- 1643. Tickets available at Ticketweb.com. Nappy Roots, May 28; Glen David Andrews Band, May 29; Givers, July 4.

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 close Monday through Saturday.

EL PORTRILLO MEXICAN RESTAURANT: 6614 Youree Drive, Shreveport. Wayne’s FM Karaoke, 6 to 10 p.m. Tuesdays.

FROG’S BREATH SALOON: 1984 Airline Drive, Bossier City. You Can Be a Star Karaoke, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Wednesday through Saturday.

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

HANGAR 21: 616 Commerce St. Shreveport. 221-0064. Shows start at 10 p.m. unless otherwise stated. The Ian Quiet Band & Madaline with Channel 8, 10 p.m. June 12; Element A440 Tour Stop, June 16.

LEE’S: 639 E. Kings Highway, Shreveport. 861-2151. Acts are 8 p.m. to midnight weekdays, 9 p.m. Fridays and 9:30 p.m. Saturdays. Kandu May 29, June 6, 13, 20, 26; Jerry Beach Blues Jam June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; Funhouse June 12; Seaman & Sands June 5; Thundermouse June 19.

MUDDY WATERS SPORTS BAR: 5000 Benton Road, Bossier City. 741-7635.

NOBLE SAVAGE: 417 Texas St., Shreveport. 221-1781. Open 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. Dirty Redd’s Jam Session featuring area artists playing all around good music every Thursday from 8 p.m. to midnight.

RISTORANTE GIUSEPPE: 4800 Line Ave., Shreveport. 869- 4548. Jazziana, 7 p.m. every Friday and Saturday.

SHREVEPORT HOUSE CONCERT SERIES: 1508 Fairfield Ave., Shreveport. 670-3567. Shows begin at 7 p.m. Harpeth Rising, June 7; Kevin & Dustin Welch, July 12; Eric Taylor, July 26; Raina Rose, Sept. 13.

SUPERIOR GRILL: 6123 Line Ave., Shreveport. 869-3243. Live music on the patio 6:30 to 10:30 p.m.

SUPERIOR’S STEAKHOUSE: 855 Pierremont Road No. 120, Shreveport. 219-4123. 6 to 10 p.m. Kenny Bill Stinson on Wednesdays and Fridays; Haley Brooke on Thursdays; Nathaniel Hooten on Saturdays.

THE BRASS MONKEY: 3104 Youree Dr, Shreveport. 754- 4231. Shows start at 9 p.m. Dylan LeBlanc and Caleb Elliot, May 28.

THE OFFICE: 1303 Shreveport Barksdale Hwy., Shreveport. 216-3346. Happy hour every day 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Featuring $2 domestics, $2.50 imports and $6 Patron and Jameson.

THE STAGE AT SILVER STAR: Live entertainment. Gates open at 7 p.m. unless stated otherwise. 1201 Dixie Overland Road, Bossier City. Call 752-3633. Schedule: Cowboy Mouth, May 30; Randy Rogers Band, June 5; Kentucky Headhunters, June 12; Doug Stone, June 27; Dustin Lynch, July 10; Neal McCoy, Aug. 20.

TIKI BAR: 639 E. Kings Hwy., Shreveport. 868-6355.

TREJOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT: 5795 N. Market, Shreveport. 929-0299. Wayne’s FM Karaoke, 6 to 10 p.m. Fridays.

| MUSIC/COMEDY

MAY 28: THE LONESOME HEROES, with Engine 7 to 9 p.m. at Rhino Coffee, 721 Southfield Rd., Shreveport. All ages. Free to public. Call 828-2671.

MAY 30: WORLDSTARHIPHOP WORLDSTARS OF COMEDY, featuring Keisha Hunt, James Davis, Jay Phillips & Billy Sorrells. $30 general admission and $45 meet and greet. Doors at 7 p.m. show at 8 p.m. at Shreveport Municipal Memorial Auditorium.

JULY 9: THE EAGLES, $45-$179. 8 p.m. at the CenturyLink Center, Bossier City. 747-2501. For tickets, visit www.livenation.com.

JULY 21: BRIT FOYD – SPACE & TIME – THE WORLD’S GREATEST PINK FLOYD SHOW, $45 floor; $42 orchestra; $37 lower/upper balcony. Reserved seating. Doors open at 7 p.m. and show at 8 p.m. at The Historical Shreveport Municipal Auditorium. For tickets, visit www.ticketmaster.com or call the Shreveport Municipal Auditorium box office at 841-4196 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.

AUG. 14: HOTEL CALIFORNIA, Enjoy this dynamic show saluting the music of The Eagles. This show kicks off The Strand’s 31st season. Show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. June 8 by calling 226-8555.

| SPECIAL EVENTS

MAY 28: SCIENCE ON SCREEN, Robinson Film Center pairs the documentary “Antarctica: A Year on Ice” with a talk from Charles Kirkland, wilderness first responder with the U.S. Antarctica Program. The event starts at 5:30 p.m. and is $10 (free to RFC members).

MAY 30: SHREVEPORT FARMERS MARKET, with 140 booths of locally grown produce, meat, honey, plants, artisan food products and Market Cafe. The farmers market takes place in Festival Plaza at 101 Crockett Street from Market Street to Commerce Street. Saturday markets take place from 7 a.m. to noon from May 30-Aug. 29 with the exception of June 20. Tuesday markets are 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. from June 2-July 14 at the east end of Festival Plaza featuring homegrown fruits, vegetables and meats.

MAY 30: FLOATILLA, Enjoy by boat or on the shore, live music, fun. On the lake in front of the El Karubah Shrine from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. then boat parade to Melvin’s Marina to continue from 5 to 9 p.m. 6230 South Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport.

MAY 30: WILLIAM “BILL” JOYCE BOOK LAUNCH AND SIGNING, Shreveporters will be the first to purchase Bill Joyce latest book “Billy’s Boogers” in advance of its national release. It is a tale of the world’s smallest booger and one that had Hoyce sent to the principal’s office at A.C. Steere. Join Joyce from 3 to 5 p.m. at Toy Fair inside Pierremont Mall.

MAY 30: RABIES VACCINE/DIP CLINIC, Bossier Animal Control rabies vaccine for $5 and flea/tick dip for $5 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 3217 Old Shed Road in Bossier City. Dogs and cats we welcome, but must be on a leash or in a carrier. Cash only. Adoptions will be available.

JUNE 4: THE SHAPE OF SHREVEPORT DOCUMENTARY SERIES PREMIERE, Fundraiser for The Strand Theatre that features the first four episodes of the documentary on Shreveport. Red carpet, meet and greet, Q&A forum, book signings, kids’ activities and more. All age event. Doors open at 6 p.m.; event starts at 7 p.m. Tickets available at thestrandtheatre.com or The Strand box office.

JUNE 4-6: THE 2015 NORTH AMERICAN FLYBOARD CHAMPIONSHIP, on the Cypress Lake Park. During the three-day event, more than 70 of the world’s best FlyBoarders will compete for $30,000 in cash prizes. FlyBoarding will be at the following times: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. June 4; 9 a.m.to 8 p.m. June 5; and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. June 6. FlyBoard inventor Franky Zapata will present a HoverBoard demonstration at 4:30 p.m. June 6. An LED-lit nighttime FlyBoarding demonstration will be presented on Saturday night following the trophy presentation at 7:30 p.m.Visit www.nafbc. com or www.arklatexflyboard.com.

JUNE 6: HEART OF HOPE LIFECYCLE, a benefit bicycle tour for all ages and skill levels that encourages cycling and fitness in the region while educating the community on cycling safety. 10420 Heat of Hope Way, Keithville. Registration begins at 7 a.m. and staggered launch of the 28, 42, & 66 mile routes starts at 8 a.m. The Family Fun Ride launches at 9 a.m. For more information, email [email protected]

JUNE 6: SECOND ANNUAL DIABETES WALK, Join the walk to cure diabetes with this three mile walk that has something for everyone – health screenings, healthy snacks, giveaways and other activities. Registration begins at 8 a.m., and the walk/run starts at 9 a.m. For more information on the walk or to register a team, contact Noble Richard Ball at 402-8420.

JUNE 11: SHREVEPORT GREEN’S FEAST AT PROVENANCE, Shreveport Green’s annual fundraiser held at Greenleaf Park at Provenance Community. This is a farm-to-table experience and will be held in conjunction with the June 11 farmers market. 6:30 p.m. Go to www.shreveportgreen.org.

JUNE 15-19: NCAP ART CAMP: UNDER THE SEA, Children ages 6-12 will explore fine arts and host their own art show. Participants will have fun exploring the many waters of the world through art with an art show that Friday. The camp is from 8 a.m. to noon and costs $100. Email [email protected] or register online at noelarts.org.

JUNE 15-19: NCAP TEEN ART CAMP, students ages 13-18 will explore fine arts through charcoal, pastels and pottery as well as host their own art show. The camp is from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. and costs $115. Email [email protected] or register online at noelarts.org.

JUNE 19-21: LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL FESTIVAL, Featuring national and local talent accompanied with an array of food, art and craft selections held in Festival Plaza in Shreveport. Admission is Friday $5 before 6 p.m.; $10 after 6 p.m.; Saturday $10 all day; Sunday $10 all day; children 5 and younger free.

JUNE 20: SOUTHERN BELLE BRUNCH, hosted by The Northwest Louisiana Affiliate of Susan G. Komen. Come sip mimosas and mint juleps wearing your favorite southern belle hat as we celebrate and support breast cancer survivors. Silent auction begins at 10 a.m., brunch and speaker from 11 a.m. to noon at East Ridge Country Club. $15 for survivors and $25 for friends and family. Reservations are required. Register at www.komennwla.org. Call 220-7050.

JUNE 20: 17TH ANNUAL SUNFLOWER TRAIL & FESTIVAL, The town of Gilliam celebrates this with a festival filled with crafts, entertainment, food and family fun, with a trail of sunflowers blooming along Main Street, Hwy 3049,12797 Main St., Highway 3049, Gilliam. The festivities begin at 9 a.m. and is free to the public.

JUNE 26: NEW ORLEANS SAINTS HEADS UP FOOTBALL PLAYER SAFETY INFO SESSION, This one-time opportunity is free for parents, coaches and concerned adults who desire education on head injuries, abuse of performanceenhancing drugs, and other sports health-related issues. The event includes presentations by professional athletes, USA Football and the Taylor Hooten Foundation. Registration begins at 5 p.m. and the event begins at 5:30 p.m. at the Freedom Fields at First Baptist Bossier City. RSVP by June 17 to [email protected] or 504- 729-5541.

JUNE 27: SLIDE SHREVEPORT, Get your slippery self ready for a full day of slip ‘n’ slide excellence. Sign up for the mailing list for first access to loyalty registration at reduced prices at www.slidethecity.com/events/shreveport/.

JULY 18: TASTE OF CULTURE, presented by the Multicultural Center of the South, Celebrate a cultural tapestry through the flavor, sights, and sounds for the many ethnicity represented in Northwest Louisiana. 6 to 9 p.m. DiamondJacks Casino.

AUG. 3-7, 10-17: GSK SCIENCE IN THE SUMMER, The courses will use the GSK Science in the Summer chemistry curriculum. The course is targeted at students entering second through sixth grades and is led by science educators. The national GSK Science in the Summer program will teach students the basics of chemistry through hands-on experiments. Sci-Port: Louisiana’s Science Center. Go to www.scienceinthesummer.com.

EVERY WEDNESDAY: ADULT INLINE HOCKEY, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. $10. All skill levels welcome. The Event Place & Hockey Rink, 1902 Alfred Lane, Bossier City, 71112. www. facebook.com/ Shreveport.Bossier.Hockey.

THURSDAYS THROUGH JUNE 25, 20: PROVENANCE FARMERS MARKET, There will be fresh produce and meats from farmers all around Louisiana, East Texas and Southern Arkansas, handmade crafts, local art, ready-to-eat food and much more. There will be live music at each market. Greenleaf Park. 4 to 7 p.m. and concerts 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Hwy Lions, May 28; Haley Brooke, June 4; James Pendley, June 11; Christina Langston Band, June 18; Ukulele Gumbo June 25.

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 www.restorehighland.com/.

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

ONGOING: ADULT DANCE CLASSES, join us every week for a different genre of dance with Louisiana Dance Collective. Class fee is $10 cash only. Like us on Facebook to stay up to date on information about the location, schedule and style of classes or email [email protected] with any questions. Call Phyllis Whatley at 742-8673 or visit www. bossiercity.org.

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).

| THEATER/PERFORMANCE

MAY 30: LA: DANCE ALIVE!, will feature Louisiana Dance Foundation’s resident dance company, Louisiana Dance Theatre, an Honor Company of Regional Dance America. Emmett Hook Center. Tickets are $10- $100 and may be purchased at Carol Anglin Dancenter in Shreveport 861-3006 or online at https://clients. mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=181383&stype=43&ca tid=100000.

JUNE 6: ALL Y’ALL:“BRUSH WITH FAME,” “Brush with Fame” will feature stories of chance encounters, once-in-a-lifetime opportunities and fame – all told, appropriately, in 15-minute intervals. 7 p.m. 812 Margaret Place. Tickets are $10 each, and advance ticket purchase is recommended. The program is expected to run two hours, and an intermission is scheduled. Tickets available at www.allyallblog.com/tickets/.

JUNE 5-7, 12-14: LES MISERABLES, The Academy of Children’s Theatre will present the Broadway blockbuster at the Marjorie Lyons Playhouse on the Centenary College campus. Sunday shows will begin at 2 p.m., and all other performances will start at 7 p.m. Tickets are $25 and reservations can be made by calling 212- 2822 or online at ACTtickets.info.

JULY 15-AUG. 2: “CHICAGO” THE MUSICAL, presented by Shreveport Little Theatre & Academy. Show starts at 7:30 p.m. except Sunday shows that start at 2 p.m. Tickets are $25 and go on sale June 30. call 424-4439 or visit shreveportlittletheatre.com for more information.