
ENTERTAINMENT/FUN/THEATER/DANCE/MUSIC/CASINOS
| ART/EXHIBITS THROUGH MAY 31: GINGER BRIGGS AND KAREN
LA BEAU will have pieces of their art displayed at the East Bank Gallery, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Call 741-8310 or go to www.bossierarts.org.
THROUGH MAY 31: “BEE” BY BAYGENT BAKER, The Bossier Arts Council will feature the artworks of Baygent Baker in the Emerging Artist Gallery. She is self-taught, specializing in colored pencil and acrylic paint and greatly influenced by nature. Bossier Arts Council, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City.
THROUGH MAY 29: “VITAMIN SEA: SALT WATER AND SUNSHINE,” Susie Barrett’s latest collection. She specializes in oil over acrylic and textured acrylics on canvas and is influenced by vibrant colors of the tropics, water and infinity patterns. Origin Bank, located on 1350 E. 70th St., Shreveport.
THROUGH JULY 2: RECENT ARRANGEMENTS, This exhibit from Anthony Reans shows rearrangements of both new and existing compositions. Artist reception is 5-8 p.m., May 26. Agora Borealis, 412 Lake St., Shreveport. Call 268-3011.
THROUGH AUG. 13: PHASES - A MOONBOT STUDIOS RETROSPECTIVE, invites you to explore the artistry and imagination behind some of Moonbot’s biggest hits featuring those that have garnered Grammys, Oscars and worldrenown to the local film and animation company. Illustrations, storyboards, sculpture and models are on display. In the Coolspace exhibition space, “Artside of the Moon” will show the works of studio artists from Moonbot. Featured talents include: Renee Bates, LaShea Brittain, Kenny Callicutt, James Cassettari, James Cook, John Durbin, Limbert Fabian, Trish Farnsworth- Smith, JD Gardner, Elena Hibbs, William Joyce, Crissy Malone- Golden, Thomas Moore, Brandon Oldenburg, Calvin O’Neal Jr., Kendra Phillips, Wendell Riley, Andrew Stovesand, David Wilson, Jake Wyatt and Adam Tamte Volker. Artspace, 710 Texas St., Shreveport.
MAY 28: “SABRA,” this dance performance inspired by bridging the gap of performance art and visual art and a reception following. Suggested $10 donation. 7:30 p.m. Marlene Yu Museum, 710 Travis St., Shreveport.
JUNE 1 - 31: WHITNEY CASKEY AND JASON PLILER will have pieces of their art displayed at the East Bank Gallery, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. An opening reception is from 2-4 p.m. June 18 at the East Bank Theater. Call 741-8310 or go to www.bossierarts.org.
JUNE 1- 31: KYLE EMERSON NEWTON will have his work displayed in the Emerging Artist Gallery at the Bossier Arts Council, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Call 741-8310 or go to www.bossierarts.org.
JUNE 5 - AUG. 21: “DOWN THE RABBIT HOLE: ALICE VISITS THE NORTON,” is centered on the Salvador Dali lithographs and celebrates the cultural influence of Lewis Carroll’s classic children’s books at R.W. Norton Art Gallery, 4747 Creswell Ave., Shreveport. Call Emily at 865-4201, Ext. 130. 
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: 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. 2151 Airline Drive, Bossier City.
AGAVE: Happy
hour every day 5 to 7 p.m.; two-for-one well, wine and draft. All shows
are 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. Identity Crisis, June 3, 4; Bluebirds, June 10,
11; New Evolution, June 17, 18; Red Thread, June 24, 25. DiamondJacks
Casino & Resort.
BABY HUEY’S ON THE BAYOU: You Can Be a Star Karaoke, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Fridays. 1709 Sligo Road, Bossier City. 752-9465.
BEARS ON FAIRFIELD: 1401 Fairfield Ave., Shreveport 272-1643.
THE BRASS MONKEY: 3104 Youree Drive, Shreveport. 754- 4231. Shows start at 9 p.m.
BREAKTIME BAR: Live
local music and cold drinks with no cover charge. Evo, 9 p.m. to 1
a.m., May 29. 6200 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop, Shreveport, 686-8080.
CELEBRITY LOUNGE: Enjoy
fantastic drink specials in Allure and Celebrity. Live music Wed.
through Sat. Happy hour in Celebrity every night from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Two-for-one drinks. Eldorado Resort Casino. Live karaoke with Safira,
May 26, June 9, 30; Mayday by Midnight, Alter Ego, May 25; Chinatown,
May 27; DJ Melody Kane, May 28; Windstorm, May 29, June 10; Jimmy
Wooten, May 31; The Mix, June 1; Betty Lewis and The Executive, June 2;
Back in Black, June 3; DJ Enferno, June 4; Mike Hugo Duo (Acoustic),
June 7; Keith Horton Band, June 8; After Party, June 11; Better Days
(Acoustic), June 14; Rick Mocklin, June 15; Katalyst, June 16; Elegan
Few, June 17; DJ Crush, June 18; Stilettos, June 21; Front Cover, June
22; Brofessionals, June 23; Hipshot, June 24; On the Dance Floor, June
25; Ron Johnson Project, June 28; What the Funk?!, June 29.
CHICAGO/THE HOOKAH ROOM: 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. 118 Texas St., Shreveport.
221-0490. 
COVE ON CROSS LAKE: 11:30 a.m. to close Monday through Saturday. 1612 Dilg League Drive (off Lakeshore), Shreveport. 635-0262.
EL POTRILLO MEXICAN RESTAURANT: Wayne’s FM Karaoke, 6 to 10 p.m. Tuesdays. 6614 Youree Drive, Shreveport.
FROG’S BREATH SALOON: You Can Be a Star Karaoke, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Wednesday through Saturday. 1984 Airline Drive, Bossier City.
FLYING HEART BREWING: Housed
in a historic building that was once home to Bossier City’s Fire House
No. 6., the tasting room is open 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. for karaoke and 4 to 9
p.m. Friday and Saturday. Tours are available at 3:30 p.m. Tours cost
$5 and include a pint at the end of the tour. Live music with Emily
Petzhold, June 11. Guests must be 21 or older. 700 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City
GREAT RAFT BREWING: 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.
1251 Dalzell, Shreveport.
H&H LOUNGE: Good Vibes Night every Wednesday. Drum Circle, 6 to 9 p.m.; VJ-DJ music, 9 p.m. to midnight. 717 Hope St, Shreveport. 424-9297.
HANGAR 21: Shows start at 10 p.m. unless otherwise stated. 616 Commerce St. Shreveport. 221-0064.
LEE’S: Acts
are 8 p.m. to midnight weekdays, 9 p.m. Fridays and 9:30 p.m.
Saturdays. Blues Jam every Monday night. Karaoke with Brandie, June 2,
9, 16, 23, 30; Kandu, June 3, 4, 10, 24; Katalyst, June 11; Thunder
Mouse, June 17; David Deaton, June 18; Jason Sepulvado, June 25. 639 E.
Kings Hwy., Shreveport. 861-2151.
MUDDY WATERS SPORTS BAR: 5000 Benton Road, Bossier City. 741-7635.
NICKY’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT: 6:30 to 10 p.m., Thursdays, Wayne’s FM Karaoke. 1400 Airline Drive, Bossier City.
NOBLE SAVAGE: 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.
417 Texas St, Shreveport.
221-1781.
THE OFFICE: Happy Hour every day 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Featuring $2 domestics, $2.50 imports and $6 Patron and Jameson. 1303
Shreveport-Barksdale Hwy., Shreveport. 216-3346.
RISTORANTE GIUSEPPE: Jazziana, 7 p.m. every Friday and Saturday. 4800 Line Ave., Shreveport. 869-4548.
SAM’S TOWN LIVE ENTERTAINMENT: Professor
Pork Chop and the Dishes, 7 to 11 p.m., May 26, June 30; Flashback 5, 6
to 9:30 p.m., May 27, 28; Miles Flat 10 p.m. to 2 a.m., May 27, 28;
Side FX, 7 to 11 p.m., May 29; Pocket Change, 7 to 11 p.m., June 2; What
the Funk, 6 to 9:30 p.m., June 3, 4; Tragikly White, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.,
June 3, 4; Joe Nadeau, 7 to 11 p.m., June 9; Keith Horton, 6 to 9:30
p.m., June 10, 11; Topper Voice of Rock, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m., June 10, 11;
Caravan, 7 to 11 p.m., June 16; Jam Boxx, 6 to 9:30 p.m., June 17, 18;
Pop Culture, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m., June 17, 18; Big Daddy, 7 to 11 p.m.,
June 23, 10 to 2 a.m., June 24, 25; Trimmier, 6 to 9:30 p.m., June 24,
25.
THE STAGE AT SILVER STAR: Live entertainment. Gates open at 7
p.m. unless stated otherwise. Wade Bowen, June 11. 1201 Dixie Overland
Road, Bossier City. 752-3633.
TIKI BAR: 639 E. Kings Hwy., Shreveport. 868-6355.
TREJOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT: Wayne’s FM Karaoke, 6 to 10 p.m. Fridays. 5795 N. Market, Shreveport. 929-0299.
STRANGE BREW: 235 Wall St., Shreveport.
SUPERIOR’S STEAKHOUSE: 6
to 10 p.m. Kenny Bill Stinson on Wednesdays and Fridays; Haley Brooke
on Thursdays; Nathaniel Hooten on Saturdays. 855 Pierremont Road No.
120, Shreveport. 219-4123.
SUPERIOR GRILL: Live music. 6123 Line Ave., Shreveport. 869-3243.
WHAT’S ON TAP: Happy
Hour daily 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Showing college football on 15 different
TVs and 33 beers on tap. 1207 Shreveport-Barksdale Hwy., Shreveport
869-2422.
WHAT’S ON TAP II: Happy hour daily 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Serving food and showing college football on 18 different TVs and 23
beers on tap. 2369 Airline Drive Bossier City. 747-5505.
WHISKEY ROADHOUSE: Hours
are Sundays noon to midnight; Mon. through Thurs. 6 p.m. to midnight;
Fridays and Saturdays 4 p.m. to 2 a.m. karaoke. What The Funk>!, May
26; Dusty Rose Band, May 27; The Bluebirds, May 28; Total Choice, May
29. Horseshoe Casino.
| MUSIC/COMEDY MAY 28: LOVERBOY, 8 p.m. Legends Theatre. Tickets available
at ticketmaster.com. Must be 21 or older to attend show. DiamondJacks
Casino & Resort, 711 DiamondJacks Blvd., Bossier City. Call
678-7777.
MAY 28: GLADYS KNIGHT, 8 p.m. Riverdome. Tickets can be
purchased in the Gift Horse at Horseshoe or online at www.
ticketmaster.com. Must be 21 years of age or older to attend show.
Horseshoe Casino & Hotel, 711 Horseshoe Blvd. Bossier City. Call
800-895-0711.
JUNE 4: RICKEY SMILEY, American comedian,
television host, actor and radio personality is coming to Shreveport.
$55, $45 and $35. Reserved seating. 8 p.m. Shreveport Municipal Memorial
Auditorium, 705 Grand Ave., Shreveport. Call 841- 4000.
JUNE 11: FANTASIA AND ANTHONY HAMILTON, Grammy
Award-winning recording artists Fantasia and Anthony Hamilton are
coming to the Shreveport Municipal Auditorium. Fans can expect to hear
all their hits plus new music as each release new albums this spring.
$77.50, $67.50 and $49.50. Reserved seating. 8 p.m. Shreveport Municipal
Memorial Auditorium, 705 Grand Ave., Shreveport. Call 841-4000. 
JUNE 18: MJ LIVE: MICHAEL JACKSON TRIBUTE SHOW, full
studio production of the King of Pop impersonator himself. $20. 8 p.m.
Must be 21 or older. DiamondJacks Casino and Hotel, 711 DiamondJacks
Blvd., Bossier City. Call 678-7777.
JUNE 24, 25: CHIPPENDALES, the
all-male dance troupe will perform. 8 p.m. Paradise Theater inside
Margaritaville Resort Casino, 777 Margaritaville Way, Bossier City. All
tickets are available at the Margaritaville Retail Store and all
Ticketmaster outlets. Call 698-7177.
JUNE 25: BRING IT! LIVE, Miss
D and her Dancing Dolls, the stars of Lifetime’s hit series “Bring It”
will perform live at the Shreveport Municipal Auditorium, 705 Grand
Ave., Shreveport. 8 p.m. $5, $52, $38 and $32. Tickets can be purchased
at www. ticketmaster.com. Call 841-4000.
JUNE 25: JAMES TAYLOR, The
five-time Grammy Award winner and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee
will play. 8 p.m. $65-$85. CenturyLink Center, 2000 CenturyLink Drive,
Bossier City Tickets are on sale through www.ticketmaster.com. Call 747-2501.
JUNE 27: DASHBOARD CONFESSIONAL WITH TAKING BACK SUNDAY, The
Rockstar Energy Drunk Taste of Chaos Tour featuring Dashboard
Confessional, Taking Back Sunday and special guests Sasosin with Anthony
Green and The Early November. 7 p.m. CenturyLink Center, 2000
CenturyLink Drive, Bossier City. www.ticketmaster.com. Call 747-2501.
JULY 9: BELLAMY BROTHERS, 8
p.m. Paradise Theater inside Margaritaville Resort Casino, 777
Margaritaville Way, Bossier City. All tickets are available at the
Margaritaville Retail Store and all Ticketmaster outlets. Call 698-7177.
JULY 15: CHRIS TUCKER, American
actor and stand-up comedian best known for his role in the “Rush Hour”
film series. $35, $55 and $75. 8 p.m. Shreveport Municipal Memorial
Auditorium, 705 Grand Ave., Shreveport. Tickets are available through
Ticketmaster outlets. Call 841-4000.
AUG. 2: CARNIVAL OF MADNESS FEATURING SHINEDOWN, Halestorm,
and Black Stone Cherry. 6:30 p.m. CenturyLink Center, 2000 CenturyLink
Dr., Bossier City. www. ticketmaster.com. Call 747-250.
AUG. 12: BLUE OYSTER CULT, One
of the greatest genre-bending pioneers of rock and roll is coming the
Shreveport Municipal Memorial Auditorium, 705 Grand Ave., Shreveport.
They have sold more than 24 million albums worldwide. $103, $78, $58 and
$40.50. 7 p.m. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster outlets. Call
841-4000.
SEPT. 9: THE NITTY GRITTY DIRT BAND, multiplatinum recording artists visit Shreveport on their 50th anniversary tour. $52.50, $42.50, 442.50.
8 p.m. The Strand Theatre, 619 Louisiana Ave., Shreveport. www.thestrandtheatre.com.
SEPT. 20: NEEDTOBREATHE, This
American Christian rock band is coming to the Shreveport Municipal
Auditorium with special guests Mat Kearney, John Mark McMillan and
Welshly Arms. $49.50, $39.50, $29.50. Reserved seating. 7 p.m.
Shreveport Municipal Memorial Auditorium, 705 Grand Ave., Shreveport.
Tickets are available through Ticketmaster outlets. Call 841-4000.
SEPT. 30: I LOVE THE ’90S, This
throwback tour featuring Vanilla Ice, Salt N Peppa, All 4 One, Tone
Loc, Coolio and Rob Base is coming to the CenturyLink Center, 2000
CenturyLink Drive, Bossier City. www.ticketmaster.com. Call 747-2501
SEPT. 23: 3 DOORS DOWN, This
multi-platinum rock alternative band will hit the stage. $65, $55 and
$35. 8 p.m. Shreveport Municipal Auditorium, 705 Grand Ave., Shreveport.
Tickets are available through Ticketmaster outlets. Call 841-4000
OCT. 12: OCTONAUTS, This
action-packed and interactive theater features brand new and fan
favorite songs. $48.50, $38.50 and $28.50. Reserved seating. 6 p.m.
Shreveport Municipal Auditorium, 705 Grand Ave., Shreveport. Tickets are
available through Ticketmaster outlets. Call 841-4000
OCT. 21: LEGENDS OF SOUTHERN HIP HOP, featuring
Mystikal, Juvenile, 8 Ball & MJG, Trick Daddy, Bub B and Paster
Troy. $55-$75. 7 p.m. CenturlyLink Center, 2000 CenturyLink Center
Drive, Bossier City. www.ticketmaster.com. Call 747-250.
NOV. 2: GAVIN DEGRAW & ANDY GRAMMER, $49.50,
$42.50 and $35. General admission on floor; reserved seating all other
sections. 8 p.m. Shreveport Municipal Memorial Auditorium, 705 Grand
Ave., Shreveport. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster outlets.
Call 841-4000
ONGOING: SHREVEPORT HOUSE CONCERT SERIES: Shows begin at 7 p.m. 1508 Fairfield Ave., Shreveport. 670-3567. Go to www.shreveporthouseconcerts.org.
| THEATER MAY 25-29: “IT’S ONLY A PLAY,” A
wacky group of characters comes unwound on the opening night of their
Broadway show. $10, $20 and $35. 7:30 p.m., 3 p.m. for May 29 show. East
Bank Theatre, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Call 868-5888.
MAY 26-29: “THE THREE MUSKETEERS,” Tickets
are now on sale for Charles Morey’s adaptation of “The Three
Musketeers.” $15. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. except Sunday
performance at 2 p.m Shreveport Little Theatre, 812 Margaret Place,
Shreveport. Call 424-4439 or go to www. shreveportlittletheatre.com.
MAY 28: SHREVEPORT LITTLE THEATRE AUDITIONS, Directors
will hold auditions for four Mainstage productions, including three
comedies and one drama. Veteran and inexperienced actors of all ages and
ethnicities are encouraged to audition. Shreveport Little Theatre, 812
Margaret Place, Shreveport. Call 424-4439.
JUNE 3-4: “JEKYLL AND HYDE,” The
Academy of Children’s Theatre present this Broadway thriller. $25. 7
p.m. June 3, 4; 3 p.m. June 4. Emmett Hook Theatre, 550 Common St.,
Shreveport. Visit www.acttickets.info.
JUNE 4-5: “THE MARRIED MAN,” Shreveport
author Courtney Lyric brings her edge-of-your-seat novel to the stage. 7
p.m. June 4, 5. 3:30 p.m. June 4. East Bank Theatre, 630 Barksdale
Blvd. Bossier City. Call 426-3459.
| SPECIAL EVENTS THROUGH DEC. 17: BOSSIER CITY FARMERS’
MARKET, Pierre
Bossier Mall parking lot, with more than 200 vendors that includes
farmers with fresh fruits and vegetables, makers, hobbyists, baked
goods, entrepreneurs, crafters, artists, restaurants, food trucks with
Louisiana cooking and much more. The family-friendly event is free, open
to the public from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and has ample convenient parking
located in the south parking lot of Pierre Bossier Mall, 2950 E. Texas
St., Bossier City. Visit www.bossiercityfarmersmarket.com
THROUGH JULY 8: MALL ST. VINCENT’S SOUTH HIGHLANDS MARKET, The
summer market featuring chefs, gardeners, artists and handcrafters will
take placefrom 5-8 p.m. every Friday under the large tent in the mall
parking lot. Pet friendly. Free. Call 227-9880 or e-mail [email protected].
THURSDAYS THROUGH JUNE 16: PROVENANCE FARMERS’ MARKET AND CONCERT SERIES, featuring
produce, crafts, arts and ready-to-eat food and drink vendors as well
as weekly concerts. 4-8 p.m. Live music at 5 p.m. by Monty Russell, May
26; Christina Langston, June 2; Haley Brooke, June 9; Professor Porkchop
& the Dirty Dishes, June 16; James Pendley, June 18. Windrush Park
in Provenance, 1968 Bridgewater Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.yourprovenance.com
THROUGH AUG. 9: ARTSIDE OF THE MOON STORYTIME & ACTIVITY, enjoy
a different William Joyce book each week with a scavenger hunt, and
make and take activity. Win a signed William Joyce book. $10; $8 groups
10 or more; free for adults. 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Tuesdays. Artspace,
710 Texas Ave. Shreveport. To register, call 673-6535.
MAY 26-29: MUDBUG MADNESS FESTIVAL, Mudbug
Madness, which was named a Top 20 Event for 2015 by the Southeast
Tourism Society, features three stages of live entertainment as well as
arts and crafts vendors, activities for children, and Louisiana crawfish
served every imaginable way. The festival is organized and presented by
Downtown Shreveport Unlimited and sponsored by CenterPoint Energy.
Complete festival details are available at www. mudbugmadness.com.
MAY 27: BOSSIER COUNCIL ON AGING FISH FRY, Plates
consist of fish, cole slaw, hush puppies, fries, dessert and tea or
water, and vendors will have booths available on health care and related
fields. $10. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 706 Bearkat Drive, Bossier City. Call
741-8302.
MAY 27: ARK-LA MUSIC SHOW, a tribute to legends at 7:30 p.m. at Sabine Theater, 875 San Antonio Ave., Many. Call Rodney Hopkins at 318-256-5735.
JUNE 2: DRINK AND DRAW WITH MOONBOT, a
21-and-older gathering of thirsty artists to draw and share ideas.
Free. 6-8 p.m. artspace, 710 Texas Ave., Shreveport. Call 673-6535.
JUNE 2: MEMORY LOSS SUPPORT GROUP, This
is a support group for those caring for loved ones suffering from
memory loss-related illnesses. Free and open to the public. Refreshments
will be served. 5:30 p.m. Harrell Library at The Glen, 403 East
Flournoy Lucas Road, Shreveport. Call 798-3500
JUNE 4-AUG. 27: SHREVEPORT FARMERS’ MARKET, will
have over 120 booths of locally grown produce, meat, honey, plants,
delicious artisan food products, a Market Café and music. Open every
Tuesday from June 7-July 19, and Saturday with the exception of June 18
underneath the Spring Street Bridge. Visit www.shreveportfarmersmarket.com.
JUNE 4: ALICE’S TEA PARTY, In conjunction
with the “Down the Rabbit Hole: Alice Visits the Norton” exhibit, R.W.
Norton Art Gallery will host this tea from 2-4 p.m. General seating is
$25, and reserved tables are $100 and $150. To buy tickets, go to
eventbrite.com or call 865-4201, Ext. 130.
JUNE 6: ADULT WATER AEROBICS CLASS, hosted
by The Bossier Council on Aging. Weather permitting.Free for ages 60
and older. $5 for under 60. Beginner classes are at 10 a.m. Intermediate
classes are 11 a.m. Fort Smith Pool, 701 Coleman Ave., Bossier City.
Call 741-8302.
JUNE 7: SHREVEPORT ART CLUB MEETING, featuring
Noah Bounds, award-winning artist and book illustrator. Free. 10 a.m.
to mppm Randle T. Moore Center, 3101 Fairfield Ave., Shreveport. Call
798-0697.
JUNE 9: SHREVEPORT GREEN’S FEAST, This
annual dinner will feature local produce and other locally sourced fare
in a four-course dinner with accompanying wines. Cocktails start at
6:30 p.m. with dinner at 7 p.m. in Greenleaf Park in Provenance, 1968
Bridgewater Ave., Shreveport. Call 219-1888, Ext. 16. Seating is
limited.
JUNE 10: BATTLE OF THE BADGES, Horseshoe
Bossier City hosts this fight between local police and fire
departments. $32. Doors open at 6:30, and the fight starts at 7:30 p.m.
Horseshoe Riverdome, 711 Horseshoe Blvd., Bossier City. Go to www.riverdome.com. Must be 21.
JUNE 11: ARKLATEX GENEALOGICAL ASSOCIATION SPRING SEMINAR, is
from 8:45 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Miciotto Center, St. Jude Catholic
Church, 4700 Palmetto Road, Bossier City. Featured speaker is Lisa
Louise Cooke. Due to limited seating, advance registration is
recommended. $10 fee for members and $20 for non-members. Call Jim at
746-1851.
JUNE 16: WALKING THE RUNWAY FOR A CURE, this
silent auction and fashion show benefitting The Philadelphia Center
will feature Chi Chi DeVayne. $25 until June 17; $50 after June 17. 6 to
9 p.m. Sam’s Town Hotel & Casino, 315 Clyde Fant Pkwy., Shreveport.
Call 222-6633.
JUNE 18: 18TH ANNUAL SUNFLOWER TRAIL AND FESTIVAL, featuring
art and entertainment for all ages including handmade items for sale by
heritage crafters and artists, hands-on activities for children, art
exhibits, a sunflower photography contest and more. Free and open to
public. Events take place behind the Crossroads Museum, 12797 Main St.
(LA- 3049), Gilliam. Call 296-4393 or 296-4303.
JUNE 18: SHOP ’TIL YOU DROP’S WEDDING AFFAIR, This
show will feature a bridal open house and tasting. $5. 10 a.m. to 5
p.m. Bossier Civic Center, 620 Benton Rd., Bossier City. Visit www.shoptiludropla.com. Call 564-9489 or 470-6714.
JUNE 23: MOONBOT PANEL DISCUSSION, with
Moonbots speaking about the Artspace exhibition, art and the future of
the studio. Free. 6-8 p.m. Artspace, 710 Texas Ave., Shreveport. Call
673-6535.
JUNE 24-25: 66TH ANNUAL LOUISIANA PEACH FESTIVAL, This
annual festival in Ruston includes arts and crafts, children’s
activities, a rodeo, pageant, golf tournament, parade and great music.
The festival opens Friday at 5 p.m. and Saturday at 8 a.m. Prices are
$10 a day and $15 for a weekend pass. Go to www.
louisianapeachfestival.org.
JUNE 25: “THE WANNABES,” this
film was written, produced and shot in Many. The first screening will
be shown at the Many Theater. 6 p.m. 875 San Antonio Ave., Many, La. JULY 8-9: TAEKWONDO GRAND NATIONALS, The
event expects to bring in up to 1,000 participants who will compete in a
variety of events including weapons, creative forms, demonstration team
competition, sparring, black belt testing and Team USA tryouts. Bossier
Civic Center, 620 Benton Road, Bossier City. Visit www.iloveuta.com for full schedule.
| SUMMERCAMPS JUNE 6-17, JUNE 20-JULY 1, JULY 11 - 22, JULY
25-AUG. 3: SHREVEPORT SWIM SCHOOL SWIM LESSONS, The
Shreveport Swim School is offering private and group lessons at the
Provenance Clubhouse. Sessions are offered at 30-minute intervals from 9
a.m. to 12 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Call Elaine at the Swim School
at 222-7946 or http://theswimschool.org for pricing and to register.
JUNE 6-10, 20-24: CENTENARY ART CAMP, Students
third through eighth grade will study a variety of American artists,
exploring different genres and playing with an assortment of mediums.
Classes are at Centenary’s Turner Art Center. $150 per session includes
meals and snacks. To register, e-mail Sarah Sherry at [email protected] or go to centenary.edu/academics/artcamps. Space is limited to 10 students per session. JUNE 6-24: STEAM, The
Robinson Foundation for Technology, Education and Arts is proud to
offer this camp for elementary school students grades 3-6. $375. 8 a.m.
to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday. Bossier Arts Council annex building,
630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Visit www.steamcamp4kids. com to
register. Call 570-478-3269.
UNE 6-9: CAVALIER DANCE LINE CAMP (AGES 5-12), Campers
will learn various high kicks and the latest dance line moves. Campers
will have a performance on the camp’s last day. $109. 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Bossier Parish Community College, 6220 E. Texas St., Bossier City. Visit
www. bpcc.edu/continuingeducation or call 678-6015. JUNE 6-10: FIBER ARTS CAMP (AGES 8-10), Elementary
camp that focuses on keeping an art journal and exploring fiber arts.
Students will learn to keep an art journal to be used to create and plan
projects. Students will learn to weave, macramé, zentangle and sketch.
$129. 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Bossier Parish Community College, 6220 E. Texas
St., Bossier City. Visit www.bpcc.edu/continuingeducation or call 678-6015.
JUNE 6-10: FIBER ARTS CAMP (AGES 11-14), Elementary
camp that focuses on keeping an art journal and exploring fiber arts.
Students will learn to keep an art journal to be used to create and plan
projects. Students will learn to weave, macramé, zentangle and sketch.
$129. 1 to 4 p.m. Bossier Parish Community College, 6220 E. Texas St.,
Bossier City. Visit www. bpcc.edu/continuingeducation or call 678-6015.
JUNE 6-10: GUITAR CAMP FOR BEGINNERS (AGES 10-14), Campers
will learn about different types of guitars and styles, basic open
chord, first position notes, bar chords, reading tab notation and chord
symbols. Students will need to bring a music stand and guitar (acoustic,
nonelectric guitar preferred). If bringing an electric guitar, please
bring a small amplifier. $129. 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Bossier Parish
Community College, 6220 E. Texas St., Bossier City. Visit www.
bpcc.edu/continuingeducation or call 678-6015. 
JUNE 12-16: BACK2BASICS, Girls
can do it ALL! From archery and arts and crafts to canoeing &
swimming, your girl will be one happy camper as she participates in
scouting traditions of learning new skills, campfire songs, making new
friends and much, much more. Deadline to register is May 16 and $125 per
camper. Camp is open to girls entering grades 2-8. Girl Scouts of
Louisiana hosts this camp. Visit gslp.org/ summercamps for more
information.
JUNE 8-11: RISE OF OLYMPIANS, Are
you looking for a mythological adventure? Are you ready to combat
ancient monsters and search for hidden treasures? If so, then get your
gear ready for a quest exploring the mysterious realm of Olympus.
Swimming with the mermaids, fishing for ancient creatures, creating
countless artifacts, utilizing archery skills to defeat evil, and a
grand celebration of our triumphs are only a taste of what you have to
look forward to. Deadline to register is May 21 and $90 per camper. This
an overnight camp by the Girl Scouts of Louisiana. Visit
gslp.org/summercamps for more information.
JUNE 13-17: CAVALIER DRAMA FUN FEST, Discover
the joy of theater and acting and learn how to use your voice and body
effectively to portray a character through improvisations, games, scene
studies and short sketches. Uncover behind the scenes secrets about
make-up techniques, lighting, sound, set construction and dressing,
props and more. An all-star presentation will be presented on the last
day of camp. $129. 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Bossier Parish Community College,
6220 E. Texas St., Bossier City. Visit www.bpcc.edu/continuingeducation or call 678-6015.
JUNE 13-17: CAVALIER YOUNG CHEF CAMP, Whether
you’d like to learn basic cooking techniques, create exotic meals for a
dinner party, or sharpen your knife skills, BPCC cooking classes have
you covered. This cooking camp is for ages 10-17 and recommended for
those who already love to cook and are looking for a challenge. Supply
fee included. $169. 2 to 5 p.m. Bossier Parish Community College, 6220
E. Texas St., Bossier City. Visit www.bpcc.edu/continuingeducation or call 678-6015.
JUNE 13-15: CAVALIER SOFTBALL CAMP, Catch
all the action this summer at the Camp Cavs Softball Camp hosted by the
BPCC Lady Cavs softball team. Open to all skill levels for girls ages
6-15, participants will be assigned to a group by age and/or skill
level. Campers should dress in gym clothing and bring their own gear
such as bat, helmet, batting gloves, tennis shoes and glove. $79. 9 a.m.
to 12 p.m. Bossier Parish Community College, 6220 E. Texas St., Bossier
City. Visit www. bpcc.edu/continuingeducation or call 678-6015.
JUNE 20-24: FLOWER POWER KIDS CAMP, This
camp will showcase your child’s creativity while teaching them how to
make bows and arrange flowers like a pro. $129. 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Bossier Parish Community College, 6220 E. Texas St., Bossier City. Visit
www.bpcc.edu/continuingeducation or call 678-6015.
JUNE 27-JULY 1: JURASSIC BRICK LAND CAMP, for
kids entering first through sixth grades. Learn build and play at this
camp and show your building skills using our specialized project kits.
Camp held from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Provenance Clubhouse. Register
now for a fun and educational Bricks 4 Kidz Summer Camp at www.bricks4kidz.com or e-mail emcfarland@ bricks4kidz.com for more information.
JUNE 27-JULY 1: WIZARDS AND MUGGLES CAMP, for
kids entering first through sixth grades. Spend time this summer
visiting the wizard world by building incredible motorized models like
the Phoenix, the Brickwarts Express, giant spiders and more! Start off
the week when you get sorted into one of our four school houses and
learn about the incredible things in the wizard world and in the muggle
world. Camp held from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Provenance Clubhouse.
Register now for a fun and educational Bricks 4 Kidz Summer Camp at www.bricks4kidz.com or e-mail emcfarland@ bricks4kidz.com for more information.
| CASINO PROMOS DIAMONDJACKS CASINO & RESORT: 711
Diamondjacks Blvd., Bossier City. 678-7777. New members receive up to a
$100 refund in the mail based on play. See Reward Club for details.
Come in on your birthday, swipe your Rewards Club card and receive a
present. JackPlay drawings every hour from 7 to 11 p.m. Saturdays. 10X
entries every Monday toward weekend drawings. 5X Chairman, 3X Platinum,
2X Gold entries on Thursdays. Summer Fun Giveaway - win a fishing boat
11 p.m., June 25. Cash drawing every hour from 7 to 10 p.m. on Fridays.
JackPlay drawings held every hour from 7 to 11 p.m. on Saturdays. 10X
entries every Monday toward weekend drawings; 5X Chairman, 3X Platinum,
2X Gold entries on Thursdays. Bonus Point Multiplier every Sunday with
10X Chairman, 5X Platinum, 3X Gold, 2X Silver points. Beach Ball Blasts
Tuesdays with guaranteed winner with every play from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Enroll at MACK with 10 slot points. Luck Wheel Wednesdays to take a spin
and win up to $500 from 5 to 8 p.m. Double prizes for Chairman. 10X
points every Friday from 8 to 10 p.m. 10X points for Rewards Club card
holders. Get a free American flag starting at 10 a.m. on June 14, while
supplies last. LEGENDS BUFFET SPECIALS: Fifty percent off Legends buffet
every Mon. and Tues. for guests 50 years of age or older. Salute our
troops! Every day 25 percent off. Must have military ID (active or
retired) to receive discount. Not valid on holidays. Cannot be combined
with any other offer. All you can eat crawfish and seafood buffet is
Friday and Saturday nights for $19.99. Father’s Day Buffet, 11 a.m. to 9
p.m., June 19; $9.99. AGAVE: Happy hour every day 5 to 7 p.m.;
two-for-one well, wine and draft. All shows are 10 p.m. to 1 a.m.
HORSESHOE BOSSIER CITY HOTEL AND CASINO: Memorial
Car Giveaway earning period is through 9:45 p.m. on May 29. All Total
Rewards members will receive one free entry into the drawing and can
also earn additional entries for every 25 Tier Credits earned from
through May 29. All guests will receive 10X entries for every 25 Tier
Credits earned selected Tuesdays at Horseshoe Bossier City. Earning will
take place beginning at 5 a.m. on May 17, 24 until 4:59 a.m. All guests
will receive 10X entries for every 25 Tier Credits earned each
Wednesday in May at Harrah’s Louisiana Downs. Earning will take place
beginning at 6 a.m. on May 25 until 5:59 a.m. At 10:30 p.m., May 29, 10
lucky winners will be announced. Nine will receive $1,000 in Free Slot
Play, and one lucky winner will win a 2016 Audi Cabriolet. See Total
Rewards® for details. 711 Horseshoe Blvd, Bossier City, LA 71111.
742-0711.
ELDORADO RESORT CASINO: Gold
Rush $3,000 weekly slot tournaments are every Monday; $3,000 guaranteed
Free Play per tournament. Tournaments held every Monday at 7:00 p.m.
Registration begins at 4:30 p.m. on day of tournament. Ambassador,
President and Gold card holders receive one free round; regular entry
fee is $20. For complete details, ask any slot employee
or Club Eldorado. Weekly
blackjack tournaments are held every Tuesday at 5 p.m. Registration
begins at 4 p.m. day of tournament. Entry fee is $20, Located on first
level of casino. See Club Eldorado or contact Pit Supervisor for
complete details. $100,000 Spin-N-Win Cash Giveaways are every Friday.
Winning cash has never been more fun! Step right up and give it a whirl
during our $100,000 Spin-N-Win Cash Giveaways every Friday. Play through
June 24 for your chance to win a turn at Spin-N-Win wheel. Activate
your entries with your properly inserted Club Eldorado card or have an
active table rating. The Key $50,000 Cash Giveaway is May 28. Unlock
your $1,500, $5,000 or $10,000 jackpot with The Key Cash Giveaways! Play
through May 28 to earn 10x entries Sunday through Thursday and 5x
entries Friday and Saturday. Activate your entries with your properly
inserted Club Eldorado card or have an active table rating. Every 15
minutes from 2:15 p.m. until 12 a.m., qualifiers will select a key to a
box on the prize board. Key holders will take home prizes ranging from
$250 to $5,000, but only one key unlocks the grand prize of $10,000
cash! Up to 40 players will win. For complete promotional details, stop
by Club Eldorado. 451 Clyde Fant Pkwy., Shreveport. 877-602-0711.
SAMS TOWN HOTEL AND CASINO SHREVEPORT: $60,000
Summer Meltdown is Saturdays in June from 1 to 10 p.m. and Sundays in
June from 1 to 6 p.m. One lucky winner will be selected every hour to
win $1,000 in Slot Dollars! Guests can earn 5x entries on Fridays in
June, and all B Connected members will automatically receive one free
entry. Guests can earn additional entries for every 100 points earned on
promotional days. Deposit your entries at a kiosk or by playing the
hour before the drawing. Locals Days are Tuesdays in June. Plus,locals
can now use their points to pay for food! Buy One, Get One Free Dining:
Entrées at Smokey Joe’s or International Buffet dinner; Java’s Deli: $5
sandwich or hot dog meal (includes chips and a drink; Free T-shirt with
50 points earned;12x Multiplier Happy Hour - Tuesdays in June from 4
p.m. – 7 p.m. (Guests must swipe their B Connected card at any
promotional kiosk to activate the multiplier.). Valid for residents of
the following parishes and counties: Bienville, Bossier, Caddo,
Claiborne, DeSoto, Natchitoches, Red River, Webster, Cass, Columbia,
Harrison, Lafayette, Marion and Panola. Guests must present a B
Connected card and a photo ID. Three-Card Poker Tournaments are Tuesdays
in June at 6 p.m. Buy in to the weekly three-card poker tournament for
only $20. Registration begins at 5 p.m., and the tournament begins at 6
p.m. with $1,500 in cash prizes up for grabs! 315 Clyde Fant Parkway,
Shreveport.
HARRAH’S LOUISIANA DOWNS: Total
Rewards members that earn 100 Tier Credits in a day will receive at
least $5 in free slot play. The free slot play offer will be e-mailed to
the member within four days and can be downloaded to any slot machine.
Member must read and accept e-mailed offer and redeem within 24 hours of
receiving e-mail at the Total Rewards Kiosk. Must be 21 years of age or
older to participate.
MARGARITAVILLE: Play
Margaritvaille Millions islandthemed game every day. Play and Get
Monday - Thursday in May. Guests that earn 500 base points may redeem on
one of the designated earning days. 2X Play Wednesdays where guests
receive two free game plays. Retail Chevy Silverado Giveaway is May 28.
Earning period is through 10:59 p.m., May 28. Guests receive one free
entry for every 25 base points earned and receive bonus entries based on
tier level at activation (5 p.m.). Finalists drawings held at Promo and
Events Center from 7 to 10 p.m. Final five finalists and Chevy
Silverado Giveaway held inside Paradise Theater at 11 p.m.