| art/eXhibits

OCt. 1 - nOV. 28: shreVePOrt Pastel sOCietY, The Bossier Arts Council’s East Bank Gallery welcomes the artists of the Shreveport Pastel Society with an opening reception Oct. 10 from 4 to 6 p.m. For more information, go to www.bossierarts.org. Gallery hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.

OCt.4-30: hOOVer Water COlOr sOCietY, inC. 2015 MeMbershiP shOW, is a juried show open to all members at the Norsworthy Fine Arts Gallery, located at 214 Texas Street, Shreveport. Show awards and reception is 2 to 4 p.m., Oct. 4 at the Gallery.

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. 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.

thrOUgh nOV. 29: eYeWitness tO histOrY: the CiVil War, Visit the R. W. Norton Art Gallery rare and antiquarian collection for books that tell first hand accounts of the Civil War.

thrOUgh nOV.29: Kent Ullberg: a retrOsPeCtiVe, The show show displays 50 of Kent Ullberg’s works from his more than 250 smaller pieces along with five large scale photographs of some of his monument at R. W. Norton Art Gallery.

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

2 JOhns steaK & seafOOD: 2151 Airline Drive, Bossier City. 841-5646. 5 to 10 p.m. Tuesday throughThursday. 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.

bears On fairfielD: 1401 Fairfield Ave., Shreveport. 272-1643. Tickets available at Ticketweb.com. Grizzly Game Night with Mega Ran, 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 Drive, Shreveport. 754- 4231. Shows start at 9 p.m.

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: Chris Janson, Oct. 16; Delbert McClinton, Oct. 23.

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. Oct. 1; LA Music Prize LIVE, Oct. 2; Maggie Koerner, Oct. 3; Gangstagrass, Oct. 9; Pleasures, Oct. 16; Rebirth Brass Band, Nov. 6.

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.

flYing heart breWing: located at 700 Barksdale Blvd. in Bossier City and housed in a historic building that was once home to Bossier City’s Fire House No. 6. The tasting room is open each Friday and Saturday from 4 to 9 p.m., and tours are available at 3:30 p.m. Tours cost $5 and include a pint at the end of the tour. Guests must be 21 or older.

great raft breWing: located at 1251 Dalzell, Shreveport. Open every Thursday and Friday from 4 to 9 p.m. and Saturday from noon to 9 p.m. Free tours are available at 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. Saturday. Great Raft Ramble, two-year anniversary party, noon to 11 p.m., Oct.10.

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.

lee’s: 639 E. Kings Hwy., Shreveport. 861-2151. Acts are 8 p.m. to midnight weekdays, 9 p.m. Fridays and 9:30 p.m. Saturdays. Jerry Beach Blues Jam every Monday night. Get Lucky, Oct. 2, 24; Kandu, Oct. 3, 10, 16, 17, 31; Trudy Sands Band Oct. 9; Rex Goliath, Oct. 23; Funhouse, Oct. 30.

MUDDY Waters sPOrts bar: 5000 Benton Road, Bossier City. 741-7635.

niCKY’s MeXiCan restaUrant:1400 Airline Drive, Bossier City. 6:30 to 10 p.m., Thursdays, Wayne’s FM Karaoke.

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.; Alyse Black, Oct. 11; Sarah Lou Richards, Nov. 8; Mark Stuart, Nov. 22; Jan. 17, Wild Ponies; March 19, Dayna Kurtz, May 1, Rebecca Loebe. Go to shreveporthouseconcerts.org/.

strange breW: 235 Wall St., Shreveport.

sUPeriOr grill: 6123 Line Ave., Shreveport. 869- 3243. Live music

| MUsiC/COMeDY

OCt.1: gODsMaCK, The Grammy Award-nominated, multiplatinum Boston hard rock band will perform at the Shreveport Municipal Memorial Auditorium with special guests, Sevendust. Go towww.godsmack.com for more information and ticket information.

eVerY sUnDaY thrOUgh OCt. 11, Shopping and music come together during this concert series at King’s Antique Mall, located at 133 Kings Hwy. Every Sunday a local artist will perform a free concert to patrons from 2 to 6 p.m. Store hours on Sundays are noon to 6 p.m. Sandra Odom, Sept. 20; Haley Brooke, Sept. 27; Thomas Keys, Oct. 4; Banjo Bob, Oct. 11.

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 atticketmaster.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 Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 841-4196, any Ticketmaster location, or online at ticketmaster.com.

| sPeCial eVents

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. 3: ParK-it-MarKet, Rent a parking space and sell your stuff at this community yard sale. With food trucks, live music and endless treasures from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Asbury United Methodist Church, 3200 Airline Drive, Bossier City. To reserve your space or for more information call 747-5520. The deadline to register is 5 p.m. Sept. 29.

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/.

OCT. 3, 10: MCKINNEY BYRD ACADEMY OPEN HOUSE, for prospective parents to learn about this S.T.E.M. state approved nonpublic school that focuses on environmental issues for grades PreK through 6. Live entertainment, light refreshments and prizes will be available from 9 to 10 AM at 5330 Hearn Ave. For more information, visit www.mckinney-byrdacademy.com

OCT. 3: FALL AND NEW FASHION FOR 2015, St. Pius X Ladies Guild/Charity Fundraiser will host their eighth annual style show and luncheon. Joyce Jiles of Dillard’s/St. Vincent Mall will present their latest fall fashions. Lunch will be served by “Angelwood Catering” and many door prizes will be given. Tickets at $25 and can be purchased in advance from any guild member or call Earline Davis at 453-5700 noon to 2 p.m., Trinity Heights Baptist Church, 3820 Old Mooringsport Rd.

OCT. 3, USA DANCE SHREVEPORT’S ANNUAL BLACK & WHITE BALL, Tickets are on sale now for this annual event to help support Woody’s Home for Veterans. Dinner begins at 6:45 p.m., and dance will be from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. at El Karubah Shriner’s Temple on Cross Lake. To purchase via PayPal, visit usadanceshreveport.org.

OCT. 3: PARK-IT-MARKET, Rent a parking space and sell your stuff at this community yard sale! With food trucks, live music and endless treasures there is something for everyone from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Asbury United Methodist Church, 3200 Airline Drive, Bossier City. To reserve your space or for more information call 747-5520..

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. 8, 15, 22: PROVENANCE FALL FARMERS MARKET, Provenance is excited to host three fall farmers markets and concerts from 4 to 8 p.m. at Windrush Park. The events are free and will feature fresh produce, meats, handmade crafts, local art, ready to eat food, and much more. Live bands start at 5 p.m. and include Earshot Graffiti, Oct. 8; Robert Duncan Band, Oct. 15; Christina Langston Band, Oct. 22.

OCT. 10: ARK-LA-TEX GENEALOGICAL ASSOCIATION MONTHLY MEETING, From 1 to 3 p.m. at the Randle T. Moore Center, 3101 Fairfield Ave (corner of Fairfield Ave and Kings Hwy), Shreveport. The featured speakers are Mary Linn Wernet, archivist, and Nolan Eller, assistant archivist at at Northwestern State University. Their presentation will be on the “Genealogical Resources in the Cammie G. Henry Research Center at NSU.” This program is free and open to the public. For information, call 746-1851 or [email protected].

OCT. 10: 2015 NWLA HEART WALK, This free event for the entire family features refreshments, T-shirt contest, music, KidsZone, healthy screenings, and a noncompetitive walk. Registration begins at 8 a.m. and the walk begins at 9 a.m. at LSU Shreveport. Go to www.nwlaheartwalk.org.

OCT. 10: 19TH ANNUAL PIONEER DAY, Experience this unique opportunity to see the historical side of LSUS with folklife demonstrations, and information on native plants, animals and Caddo Indian tools from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Pioneer Heritage Center on the LSUS campus. Admission is $2 and children until 5 get in free. Call 797-5339.

EVERY SUNDAY THROUGH OCT. 11, Shopping and music come together during this concert series at King’s Antique Mall, located at 133 Kings Hwy. Every Sunday a local artist will perform a free concert to patrons from 2 to 6 p.m. Store hours on Sundays are noon to 6 p.m. Sandra Odom, Sept. 20; Haley Brooke, Sept. 27; Thomas Keys, Oct. 4; Banjo Bob, Oct. 11

OCT. 16: FAMILY FUN FEST, Family Fun Fest is a free event that is open to the public. The community is invited to join us for a night of family fun with face painting, character appearances, fitness fun and “Big Hero 6” on the big outdoor screen provided by SPAR. $1 food and beverages will be available in addition to a food truck. This is a gift to the community, and a great way to raise awareness for all of the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals programs at CHRISTUS Health Shreveport-Bossier.

OCT. 17: COCREATIVE FALL FEST, This inaugural collective of artists, musicians, visionaries, and dreamers is hosted by Agora Borealis and is free for all ages from 2 to 8 p.m. Bring the family out for music, art, food and lots of fun.

OCT. 17: FALL GARDEN TOUR, The R.W. Norton Art Gallery will be hosting our first Fall Garden Tour in partnership with the Northwest Louisiana Master Gardeners and the Shreveport Garden Study Club from 10 a.m. to noon. Experienced volunteers will be available at various spots throughout the ground to answer questions and offer helpful gardening advice. Get free tickets at www.eventbrite.com and come enjoy a botanical journey. Garden photography will be allowed at this special event to ticket holders only.

OCT. 24: BAKE SALE FOR YOGIE AND FRIENDS CAT SANCTUARY, This fall bake sale and fundraiser will be from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Petco, located at 6596 Youree Drive, Shreveport. Proceeds go toward Yogie and Friends Cat Sanctuary that takes care of special needs domestic cats.

OCT. 24: ASEANA AUTUMN FESTIVAL, The Jazziana will perform and admission is free to the public. 4 to 9 p.m. ASEANA Asian Gardens of Shreveport. For volunteer information or to participate as a vendor, contact Mary Grace De Joya-Vea at [email protected] or 401-8078.

OCT. 24: MASTER GARDENER’S FALL BULB SALE, The Northwest Louisiana Master Gardeners present their annual sale from 8 a.m. to noon at Randle T. Moore Center on Fairfield Ave. at Kings Highway. Over 5,000 heirloom bulbs that thrive in the South will be for sale.

OCT. 27: SHREVEPORT OKTOBERFEST 2015, Oktoberfest returns with live music, German-style beer, OktoberFeast buffet and more at Zocolo’s from 2 to 6 p.m.

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 [email protected].

EVERY SATURDAY IN OCTOBER: PUMPKIN PATCH AND MAKERS FAIR, Keithville United Methodist Church will host a makers fair and pumpkin patch with treats, bounce house, and hay rides. The event is free and open to the public.

EVERY THURSDAY THROUGH NOV. 5: ART OF THE BAND, Hear bands perform their hit songs starting at 6:00pm. artspace will have the café open and a cash bar ready for people wanting to see the live aspect of “Art of the Band”. Cost $10/person. Art of the Band line up: Buddy Flett, Oct. 1; BaddMamma Jamma, Oct. 8; minister Discussion Night, Oct. 15; Twang Darkly, Oct. 22; Wall Chargers, Oct. 29; Trepid/Ian Quiet, Nov. 5.

SECOND TUESDAY OF THE MONTH: INVENTORS CLUB, Do you have an idea or an invention? Join the Shreveport Bossier Inventors Association at CoHab. Call 349-3857 or email sbia_ideal@ yahoo.com.

| THEATER/PERFORMANCE

OCT. 2-11, “THE BISHOP’S WIFE,” A stage production of the popular 50s movie. Performances will be at The Emmet Hook Center at First Methodist Church at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 2, 3, 9, 10 and at 3 p.m. Oct. 4 , 11. Tickets are $16, 14, 12. Call 318-429-6885 or go to www.emmetthookcenter.org to purchase tickets.

OCT. 2-4, 9-10: “MOTHERS AND SONS,” This timely and provocative new play explores the evolving understanding of family in today’s world, where it portrays a woman who receives an unexpected visit from her late son’s partner, who is now married to another man and has a young son. Performances are 7:30 p.m. Oct. 2, 3, 9; 3 p.m. Oct. 4; 2 and 7:30 p.m. Oct. 10. All performances are at East Bank Theater, 630 Barksdale Blvd. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for students. Call 218-9978.

OCT. 8-11: “NOT ABOUT NIGHTINGALES,” This prison drama, written by Tennessee Williams, focuses on a group of inmates who go on a hunger strike in attempt to better their situation. The play is directed by Logan Sledge and guest starring John Bogan as Warden Whalen. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. with the Sunday show starting at 2 p.m. All performances are at the Marjorie Lyons Playhouse, located at 2700 Woodlawn Ave. To purchase tickets, visit centenary.edu/playhouse/tickets or call the Box Office at 869-5242.

OCT. 8: “CARMEN” OPERA DINNER, Join the Shreveport Opera for an evening of fine wine, exquisite cuisine and thrilling opera. Enjoy great music as you meet the principal artists for upcoming productions. The dinner begins at 6:30 p.m. at The Shreveport Club, 410 Travis Street. Tickets are $80 and can be at www.shreveportopera.org or by calling 227-9503.

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 protected].

OCT. 22-24: “13” A hilarious, coming-of-age musical about discovering that “cool” is sometimes where we least expect it. With an unforgettable rock score from Tony Award-winning composer Jason Robert Brown, “13” is a musical about fitting in – and standing out. All performances start at 7 p.m. with an additional performance at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Emmett Hook Center, located at 550 Common St., Shreveport. Tickets go on sale, Oct. 5 and are $18 for adults and $15 for students. Call 218-9978.

OCT. 31: CIRQUE DE LA SYMPHONIE: HALLOWEEN EXTRAVAGANZA, Celebrate Halloween Circus style with a special show celebrating the spookiest holiday of all. Featuring aerialists, jugglers and surprises – it’s a hit with all ages! The concerts begins at 7:30 p.m. at RiverView Theater with Michael Butterman as the conductor. Go to www.shreveportsymphony.com.

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.

FEB. 5: “H.M.S. PINAFORE” OPERA DINNER, Join the Shreveport Opera for an evening of fine wine, exquisite cuisine and thrilling opera! enjoy great music as you meet the principal artists for upcoming productions. The dinner begins at 6:30 p.m. at The Shreveport Club, 410 Travis Street. Tickets are $80 and can be purchased online at www.shreveportopera.org or by calling 227-9503.

APRIL 7: DEAD MAN WALKING, Join the Shreveport Opera for an evening of fine wine, exquisite cuisine and thrilling opera! Enjoy great music as you meet the principal artists for upcoming productions. The dinner begins at 6:30 p.m. at The Shreveport Club, 410 Travis Street. Tickets are $80 and can be purchased online at www.shreveportopera.org or by calling 227-9503.