| ART / EXHIBITS

ONGOING: ARTSPACE EXHIBIT: Two exhibitions featuring a trio of unabashed artists using their talent to break through the boundaries of creativity. “Brazen Spirit” showcases the art of sculptor Julie Glass and fiber artist Sherry Tamburo, and “Breaching the Surface” introduces the acrylic on canvas work of Parker Turner. For more information, call 318-673-6535 or artspaceshreveport.com. 708 Texas St., Shreveport.

SECOND SATURDAYS: ANDRESS ARTIST & ENTREPRENEUR CENTER: Shop and chat with the artists of the AAEC on the second Saturday of each month from noon - 4 p.m. 717 Crockett St., Shreveport.

THROUGH JUNE 7: “PAINTINGS FROM THE INSIDE”: Artist Bill Gingles’ exhibit, “Paintings From The Inside,” will be displayed in the West Wing Gallery of the Louisiana State Exhibit Museum. For more information about the Louisiana State Exhibit Museum, go to www. laexhibitmuseum.org or call 318.632.2020.

JUNE 1 - JULY 31: “OTHER REALMS”: The Bossier Arts Council presents a combined show featuring local artists Ben Moss and Linda Moss. Ben: elements of gritty street art and CMYK color splash. Linda: naturalistic comfort in life’s quiet moments. Opening reception June 17 from 6-8 p.m. For more information, go to www.bossierarts.org or call 318-741-8310. 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City.

JUNE 3 - JULY 24: EXHIBITIONS AT THE NORTON: The R.W. Norton Art Gallery invites you to the opening reception for “Writing on the Wall: A Tribute to European Street Art,” guest curated by Jan Gary and Sophia Romanski, and Dance: A Song Of the Body.” Opening reception June 3 from 5 - 7 p.m. and enjoy speaking with the guest curators. Light hors d’oeuvres and complimentary beverages will be offered. 4747 Creswell Ave., Shreveport.

JUNE 12: HIGHLAND OPEN STUDIO TOURS: Highland Open Studio Tours (HOSTS) with art, live music, Lotus Dance Studio performances and more. Noon - 4 p.m. For more information, contact Karen LaBeau at 318-286-3846. 424 Dalzell St., Shreveport.

JULY 29: ART A LICIOUS 2022: The 360 Foundation will host Art A Licious 2022 at the Consortium Venue in Shreveport. 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Artwork by Ron Smith and Juanita Mayo will be featured. 1925 N. Market St., Shreveport.

| BARS/NIGHTLIFE

1931 LOUNGE HORSESHOE CASINO: Live music. June 3-4, Joanitones, 8 p.m. - Midnight. Horseshoe Blvd., Bossier City.

AMERICAN LEGION POST 14: Live music. First Friday of every month, “At The Hop” 7 p.m. $5 cover; every Sunday, Jay Cougar does Trivia at 5 p.m. and Karaoke 6 - 8 p.m. Bands on Friday nights from 7-10 p.m. 5315 S. Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport. 318 635-8186.

BAYOU THUNDER SALOON: Live music. 1910 Market St., Shreveport. 318-848-7732.

BEAUXJAX CRAFTHOUSE: Live music. 501 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. 318 584-7169

BIG COUNTRY: Live music. 1003 Gould Drive, Bossier City. 318-584-7218.

CELEBRITY LOUNGE BALLY’S CASINO: 451 Clyde Fant Pkwy., Shreveport.

CHIANTI: Dorsey Summerfield Jr., 7-10 p.m., Friday and Saturday in the Green Room. 6535 Line Ave., Shreveport. 868-8866.

COUGARS DEN: Live music. 1835 Old Minden Road, Bossier City. 318-752-4140.

EL CHICO: Live music. 1513 E. Bert Kouns, Shreveport. 318-798-5777.

EL POTRILLO MEXICAN RESTAURANT: Live music. 6614 Youree Drive, Shreveport. 318-798-0040.

ERNEST’S ORLEANS: Live music. Every Wednesday: Blues, Burgers and Betty, featuring Betty Lewis and Don Mason, 5:30-9 p.m. 1601 N. Spring St., Shreveport. 318-226- 1325.

FATTY ARBUCKLE’S: Live music. 450 Clyde Fant Pkwy. 318-459-1448.

FLYING HEART BREWING & PUB: Live music. 700 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Call 584-7039.

FRANK’S PIZZA: Live music. 6950 Fern Ave., Shreveport. 318-230-7130.

FROZEN PIROGUE: Live music. June 1-2, Brayden Watts, 6:30-9:30 p.m.; June 7, Tildon Gillum, 6:30-9:30 p.m.; June 8, Clay Logan, 6:30-9:30 p.m.; June 14, Haley Brooke, 6:30-9:30; June 15, Monty Russell, 6:30-9:30 p.m.; June 21-22, Beaux Atkins, 6:30-9:30 p.m.; 515 Barksdale Blvd, Bossier City. 318-459-6672.

GREAT RAFT BREWING: Tasting Room 4-8 p.m. Wed. through Fri., 12-8 p.m. Saturday for both in-person service and curbside pickup. 1251 Dalzell, Shreveport. Call 318-734-9881.

HURRICANE ALLEY: Live music. June 2, Kelsi Kee, 6:30-9:30 p.m.; June 3, Side Fx, 7-11 p.m.; June 4, Charlotte’s Web, 7-11 p.m.; June 5, The Gripping Force Reunion Show, 5-8 p.m.; June 9, Hauser Brothers, 6:30-9:30 p.m.; June 10, Chucky C and Clearly Blue w/The Lovers, 7-11 p.m.; June 16, Josh Weathers w/Jimmy Wooten, 6:30-9:30 p.m.; June 18, Clay Hollis w/The Slurred Words and Poison I.V., 7-11 p.m.; 500 Ogilvie St., Bossier City.

KI’ MEXICO: Live music. 3839 Gilbert Drive, Shreveport. 318-861-5941.

LOOOSIANA SEAFOOD: Live music. 9220 Wallace Lake Road, Shreveport. 318-525-7154.

MISSING LINK: Live music. 504 Texas Street, Shreveport. 318-751-5820.

NICKY’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT at East Texas St. Live music. 7960 E. Texas St. Bossier City. 318-841-1345.

NICKY’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT at Viking Drive: Live music. 2701 Viking Drive, Bossier City. 318-747-2332.

PARADISE THEATER: Live music. 777 Margaritaville Way, Bossier City. 855-346-2489.

PHOENIX 2.0 NIGHTCLUB: Live music. 777 Margaritaville Way, Bossier City. 855-346-2489.

PORT CITY BAR B QUE: Live music. 784 E. Flournoy Lucas Road, Shreveport. 318-208-8767.

RED RIVER BREWPUB: Live music. 1200 Marshall St., Shreveport. 318-317-4110.

SAM’S TOWN CASINO: Live music. 315 Clyde Fant Pkwy., Shreveport. 318-424-7777.

SUPERIOR’S STEAKHOUSE: Live piano music: Mon. - Thurs., Brian Watson, 6:30-9:30. Wed., Stan Hoffman. Every weekend, Friday, Toni Mundy Evans Duo, 6-10 p.m., Saturday, Daniel Ley Duo, 7-11 p.m. The Stilettos, 6-10 p.m. first Friday of every month; first Saturday of the month, Brian Watson, solo. 855 Pierremont Road, No. 120, Shreveport. 219-4123.

TACOMANIA: Live music: 641 East Kings Hwy. 318-868- 4588.

THE LOT DOWNTOWN: Live music. 400 Crockett St., Shreveport. 318-489-1605.

THE SEVENTH TAP BREWING PROJECT: Live music. One year celebration on June 4 with live music by: Hali Brown, Bond Plus, Holy Witch and Shayliff; 2640 Linwood Ave., Shreveport. 318-754-4471

TIKI BAR: Live music. Monday nights, Blues Jam.; 318-868- 6355. 639 E. Kings Hwy., Shreveport.

TWISTED ROOT: Monday night is Trivia Night from 7-9 p.m. Tuesdays, live music on the patio from 6-10 p.m., Buddy Flett. 8690 Line Ave., Shreveport. 868-6410.

WHAT’S ON TAP: Live music. Every Thurs., Michael DeArmond, 8 p.m. - 12 a.m.; 1207 Shreveport-Barksdale Hwy., Shreveport. 318-869-2422.

I MUSIC

JUNE 5: SUMMER MUSIC FESTIVAL: The Shreveport Summer Music Festival 2022 Concert Series, with artistic director Leonard Kacenjar and Maestro Kermit Poling, conductor of Shreveport Festival Orchestra, will be a memorial concert honoring William C. Teague and will feature Ken Cowan. Mr. Cowan is regarded as one of North America’s finest concert organist and praised for his dazzling artistry, impeccable technique and imaginative programming. Admission free. 3 p.m. Holy Cross Episcopal Church. 875 Cotton St., Shreveport.

JUNE 10: BROOKS & DUNN REBOOT 2022 TOUR: Brooks & Dunn will return to arenas for the first time in over a decade. Best-selling duo of all time with special guests Jordan Davis and Dillon Carmichael. Brookshire Grocery Arena. Show begins at 7:30 p.m. Tickets at ticketmaster.com or in person at B1 Bank. Box office open Wed. and Fridays from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. For more information, customerservice@brookshiregroceryarena.com or call 318-747-2501. 2000 Brookshire Arena Drive, Bossier City.

JUNE 11: KARINE’ POGHOSYAN, PIANIST PERFORMS: A professor at the Manhattan School of Music, Karine’ Poghosyan, an internationally acclaimed concert pianist, will give a lecture/performance at the First Presbyterian Church. Admission free. 6 p.m. 900 Jordan St., Shreveport.

JULY 9: UNDENIABLY LANCE THOMPSON CONCERT: The “Undeniably Lance Thompson” concert will be an electrifying display of Lance’s signature contemporary R & B sound and style. Lance Thompson is an American singer, songwriter and producer. Doors open at 7 p.m.; show starts at 7:30 p.m. The Remington On the Rooftop. 220 Travis St., Shreveport.

I SPECIAL EVENTS

EVERY SATURDAY - NOVEMBER: BOSSIER CITY FARMERS’ MARKET: Over 75+ vendors weekly with loads of fresh veggies and fruits, food trucks, jams, salsa, honey, baked goods, jellies, pickles, cajun cuisine, fresh squeezed lemonade, BBQ, peppers, handmade soap, crafts, real fruit smoothies and juice, handmade goods, Gulf shrimp, art, plants, leather goods, roasted corn, kids’ activities and much more. Live music. New A/C indoor customer seating. Family fun and leashed-pet friendly. Free admission. Free parking. 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. 2950 E. Texas St. on the south side of Pierre Bossier Mall, Bossier City. BossierCityFarmersMarket.com.

MONDAY AND WEDNESDAY: MORNING BOXING. This event is brought to you by 318 Boxers Fighting and Dement Brothers Boxing Club and held at The Lot, downtown Shreveport. 9:30 - 11 a.m. 400 Crocket St., Shreveport.

ONGOING: GLASS-BLOWING WORKSHOPS. Come individually, or bring a group and create your own original piece of art. From pumpkins to flowers and beyond, the experience is a good time with a dazzling reward at the end. Hours: Thurs., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Friday, noon to 5 p.m.; Sat., 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; and Sunday, noon-6 p.m. Sanctuary Glass Studio, 421 Lake St., Shreveport. studio-sanctuaryglassstudio.com.

SECOND SATURDAYS: ANDRESS ARTIST & ENTREPRENEUR CENTER: Shop and chat with the artists of the AAEC on the second Saturday of each month from 12-4 p.m. at Andress Artist & Entrepreneur Center; 717 Crockett St, Shreveport. https://www.aaec.space/aaecevents

THROUGH - JUNE 5: VOLLEYBALL NATIONAL LEAGUE WOMEN’S PRELIMINARY ROUNDS: Six days, eight teams, 16 matches including USA vs. Brazil, the first time they have played each other since the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Brookshire Grocery Arena. Show begins at 7:30 p.m. Tickets at ticketmaster.com or in person at B1 Bank. Box office open Wed. and Fridays from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. For more information, customerservice@brookshiregroceryarena.com or call 318-747-2501. 2000 Brookshire Arena Drive, Bossier City.

THROUGH - OCTOBER 2: GAMEPORT EXHIBIT: This exhibit features interactive stations designed to enhance critical thinking skills, learn some basic classic science principles and promote a variety of science-driven career options in the video game industry in a fun and stimulating environment. Fun for all ages. Admission is $8 for general admission and $5 for Sci-Port members. Tickets can be purchased online at https://sci-port.org/gameport or at the door. For more information, 318-424-3466 or visit sci-port. org. 820 Clyde Fant Pkwy., Shreveport.

JUNE 3: TWILIGHT TALKIES, “LEAP”: The R.W. Norton Art Gallery invites you to the front lawn of the museum for the showing of “Leap.” Free to the public. Picnic under the stars. Bring your own chairs and blankets. Local food trucks available starting at 6 p.m., showtime at 8 p.m. No dogs, smoking or tobacco products. 4747 Creswell Ave., Shreveport.

JUNE 3: FIRST FRIDAY GLO FEST: Celebrate summer with a free festival of light, art, food trucks, music and fun overlooking “The Bakowski Bridge of Lights.” 7-10 p.m. The bridge glows at 9:15 p.m. Riverfront Plaza in back of the Shreveport Aquarium. Park across the street between Sci-Port and the J. Bennett Johnston Visitors Center in the Bally’s Garage. For more information, visit www.TexasStreetBridge.com.

JUNE 4: 11TH ANNUAL INDEPENDENCE BOWL YOUTH FOOTBALL CLINIC: Boys and girls from ages 5 through incoming eighth-graders are invited to participate in the free, non-contact football clinic with instruction from local and regional college football coaches, as well as former NFL players. Parents can register their children in advance at the free clinic at RadianceTechnologiesIndependenceBowl.com/youth-.

JUNE 4 - AUGUST 27 (SATURDAYS): SHREVEPORT FARMERS’ MARKET: The Shreveport Farmers’ Market has over 75 vendors that sell a variety of homegrown and homemade items such as fruits, vegetables, herbs, plants, honey, breads, jams, jellies, pastries, candies, pickles, cheeses, shrimp, various canned goods, seasonings, sauces and meats. In addition to the variety of foods, there will be local artisans that have handcrafted items such as art, jewelry, crafts, candles, soaps and dog treats. Prepared breakfast and lunch meals will be available for purchase and consumption. 7:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at Festival Plaza. Free parking is available. For more information, contact Manager Emerie Eck Gentry at farmersmarket@redriverrevel. com or call 318-455-5788. 101 Crocket St., Shreveport.

JUNE 4: FIELD GAY: Back by popular demand, this fun, outdoor, intramural sports event is designed to foster community and teamwork. Kicking off Pride Month the ShrevePride way at A.C. Steere Park. Registration and check-in begin at 9 a.m., and games begin at 10 a.m. For more information, go to Shrevepride.com.

JUNE 4: HEALTH & WELLNESS EXPO: The Caddo Council on Aging and LSU Health Shreveport will have over 20 vendors boots and provide lunch to the first 75 attendees. Door prizes and free giveaways. Entertainment, educational presentations, blood pressure checks, information about senior services, chair aerobics and a Covid 19 Community Vaccine Clinic providing vaccines for ages 5 and older. 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. For more information, call 318-676-7900. State Fair Grounds Agriculture Building. 3701 Hudson St., Shreveport.

JUNE 4 - 5: 2022 LE TOUR DES JARDINS: The Northwest Louisiana Master Gardeners will hold their annual spring garden tour and will take you through six beautiful private gardens throughout Shreveport and Bossier. Tour hours will be: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on June 4, and 1 - 5 p.m. on June 5. Advance tickets are $10 and can be purchased at any Citizens National Bank, by calling Master Gardener office at 318-408-0984 or online at www.nwlamg.weebly.com. Tickets may also be purchased at any garden on days of the tour for $15. For more information, call 318-408-0984 or www.nwlamg.wwebly.com.

JUNE 6, 13, 20 AND 27: READ AND REACT WITH HISTORY: Archaeologist Jeff Girard, retired regional archaeologist with the Louisiana Division of Archaeology, will facilitate Read and React with History: Native Americans of Louisiana, a reading and discussion series, on the four Monday evenings in June from 6-7 p.m. at the Bossier Parish Libraries History Center. Call 318.746.7717 to register. Free. 2206 Beckett Street, Bossier City.

JUNE 10: BACKYARD BOOKS AT THE NORTON: The R.W. Norton Art Gallery invites you to bring a blanket and join them on the lawn as children’s books are read filling their souls with magic of timeless stories. Join the Norton as they revel in the mystery of a quiet walk in the woods while different tales are accompanied by a hands-on activity and a garden quest. Pre-K through 3rd grade, but any age is welcome. Visit www.rwnaf.org/events to reserve tickets. 4747 Creswell Ave., Shreveport.

JUNE 10: MILLIE MATTERED MOONLIGHT MEMORIALS: Recognizing the thousands of lives in our state that were taken too soon by the drug epidemic with this illuminated memorial walk. Live music and food trucks available for purchase. For more information, check out the Facebook page, Millie Mattered. 7:30 p.m. Betty Virginia Park. For more information, contact Lilly Harvey at 318-403-2414 or Ashley Cilluffo at 318-706-3390 or milliemattered@gmail.com.

JUNE 11: ARTINI: The Bossier Arts Council’s annual fundraiser, ARTini will be held at the Bossier Civic Center. This years theme is Cirque Du. A celebration of various forms of creative expression and encompasses the culinary, musical and visual arts by having local mixologists create signature martinis. Live music and delicious catered food. 7 p.m. Ticket cost: $75. Eventbrite.com. 620 Benton Road, Bossier City.

JUNE 14: ROBINSON FILM CENTER DATE NIGHT: The Robinson Film Center will host “Date Night” at 6 p.m. and showing “The Big Sick.” 617 Texas Street, Shreveport.

JUNE 16: MARKET & MUSIC: Windrush Park in the Provenance Community. Shop local merchants, fresh produce, and listen to a free outdoor concert from a top local band. Bring chairs and a blanket to spread out and enjoy the neighborhood! Family-friendly. Free admission. 4-8 p.m. Open to the public. Food truck. 1968 Bridgewater Ave., Shreveport.

JUNE 21: ROBINSON FILM CENTER SILVER SCREENING: The Robinson Film Center will host a “Silver Screening” at 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. of “To Kill a Mockingbird.” 617 Texas Street, Shreveport.

JUNE 21 - 23: OLD GLORY RELAY: The Shreveport Chapter of Team Red White and Blue, a national VSO is seeking local runners and cyclist to help the veterans' service organization run and cycle the U.S. flag from Washington D.C. to Birmingham, Ala., for the World Games. The local chapter will relay the Flag 250 miles from Longview, Texas, to Vicksburg, Miss. To donate or participate, please register at https://donate.teamrwb.org/event/old-glory-relay-2022/ e396075?_ga=2.55046827.1652784796.1650841932- 441914057.1650841931 There is a $15 or $35 option. Please contact Josh Knight at josh.knight@teamrwb.org or Russ Mathers at russ.mathers@strikewerx.com.

JUNE 23: HISTORICAL TALK: Dr. Gary Joiner, Dept. of History, LSU-Shreveport, will present a talk on The Confederate Navy Shipyard in Shreveport at 6 p.m. at the Bossier Parish Libraries History Center. Free. Call 318.746.7717 for more information. 2206 Beckett St., Bossier City.

JUNE 23: CADDO COUNCIL ON AGING 50TH CELEBRATION: To commemorate this milestone, the Caddo Council on Aging is honoring and recognizing Caddo Parish citizens aged 60 and older who serve our community or have demonstrated individual accomplishments, extraordinary tasks, or commitment to philanthropic service. Celebration to beheld at Sam’s Town Casino, 6 p.m. Tickets $75 per person or $700 per table. The deadline to submit nominations is May 31. Go to www.Caddocoa.org/ events/50thcelebration to nominate, sponsor, purchase a ticket/table, or call Dora Miller 318-518-0128 or Monica Wright 318-676-7900 for more information.

JUNE 24-25: RED RIVER BALLON RALLY: The family-friendly event will feature kid zones, tethered ballon rides, and entertainment suitable for all ages. Each night has live entertainment, food and retail vendors, fireworks and the magical ballon glow at dusk. Brookshire Grocery Arena.

I THEATER

JUNE 7: “BEAUTIFUL - THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL”: The musical tells the true story of Carole King's remarkable rise from teenage songwriter to global superstar. 8 p.m. Tickets at Eventbrite.com. The Strand Theatre. Call 318-22601481. 619 Louisiana Ave., Shreveport.

JUNE 10-12: “CHARLOTTE’S WEB”: The Shreveport Little Theatre Academy will perform the classic, “Charlotte’s Web” at 6 p.m. June 10. At 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. June 11 and at 2 p.m. June 12. All tickets are $15 and can be purchased at www.ShowTix4U.com or calling the box office at 318-424-4439. 812 Margaret Place, Shreveport.

JUNE 24-26: “WE ARE MONSTORS: A NEW CHILDREN’S MUSICAL”: Stage Center’s School of Performing Arts (SoPA) presents their production of this new children’s musical. June 24 at 6 p.m. June 25 at 2 and 6 p.m. and Sunday, June 26, at 2 p.m. All seats are $15. For more information, call 318-218-9967 or email, info@stagecenterla. com. Grace Community. 9400 Ellerbe Road, Shreveport.

I SUMMER CAMPS

JUNE - JULY: ROBINSON FILM CENTER SUMMER CAMPS: Three summer camps are being offered: Music Video Camp, June 20-24, open to students who have completed grades 3-7, at Robinson Film Center. Thriller Camp, June 27 - July 1, open to students who have completed grades 8-12, at the Robinson Film Center. Silent Movie Camp, July 11-15, open to students who have competed grades 6-9, at Bossier Arts Council. For more information, http:// robinsonfilmcenter.org/#/summer-film-camps/.

JUNE AND JULY: CAMP AQUA: Campers will discover the wonders of the ocean, experience up close animal encounters and go behind the scenes to get up close and personal with sharks, eels and a host of other sea creatures. Hand feed the rays, touch the jellyfish and learn all about how these animals adapt and survive in their environment. The aquarium will offer weeklong full-day and half-day camps as well as single-day camps for kids ages 6 - 11. For more information or registration, visit www.shreveportaquarium. com/camps. 601 Clyde Fant Pkwy., Shreveport.

JUNE - JULY: LSUS SUMMER CAMPS: LSUS has announced their summer camp program: Comic Book Camp (Ages 10 -15): 6/6 – 6/10, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.; School of Wizards Camp (Ages 7 -10) – 6/6 – 6/10, 9 a.m. -12 p.m.; Debate for Beginners (Ages 10 -15) – 6/13 -6/17, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.; Summer Legal Institute Camp (Ages 13 -17) – 6/20 – 6/24, 9 a.m. -12 p.m.; Mindstorm Robotics in Python (Ages 10 -14) – 6/27 – 7/1, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; Doodles and Sketches (Ages 8 -11) – 7/11 – 7/15, 9 .a.m-11:30 a.m.; Doodles and Sketches (Ages 12 -15) – 7/11 – 7/15, 1:30 p.m. – 4 p.m.; Digi Design for Kids (Ages 6 -12) – 7/18 – 7/22, 9 a.m. -12 p.m.; E-Sports Camp (Ages 12 -16) – 7/18 – 7/22, 9 a.m. -12 p.m. For more information, call 318-798-4177 or email Continuing. Education@lsus.edu.

JUNE - AUGUST: SCI-PORT DISCOVERY SUMMER CAMPS: The Sci-Port Discovery Center has announced its 2022 Summer Camps. June 4: Pokemon Go International Day, cost $10 Sci-Port admission includes Sci- Port, GamePort and the IMAX Theater (excludes Adventures of Intrigue). June 6: Itty Bitty Scientist Camps, ages 3-5 with weekly hall day camps. June 6: Summer Blast Camps With Bricks4Kidz & Challenge Island for kids entering 1st - 6th grade with weekly half and full day camps. June 27-July 1 or July 11-July 15: Magic of Music Camps for kids entering 6th-12th grade from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 9: Kids vs. Parents Nerf Battle is a bring your own NERF blaster and Sci-Port will provide the ammo. $25 per person or $7t for a family of up to four. Fee includes admission to Sci-Port, GamePort and IMAX Theater (excludes Adventures of Intrigue). August 20: Kids Cosplay Video Game Character Day and come dressed as your favorite video game character (costumes must be latex free). Prizes for children 12 and under. Fee of $10 includes admission to Sci-Port, GamePort and IMAX Theater (excludes Adventures of Intrigue). For more information, visit Sci-Port. org. 820 Clyde Fant Pkwy., Shreveport.

JUNE 28 - JULY 25 TUESDAY - FRIDAYS: ARTSPACE SUMMER CAMPS: Artist/designer Chip Kidd is bring his collection fo original Batman covers to artspace this summer, and with it comes a five-week summer camp tailored to comic fandom. From cosplay creation to comic and animation. Campers may register for one day, one week or all five weeks. 1st grade - 3rd grade and 4th grade - 7th grade. Prices: $10/day or $35/week (Tuesday-Friday). $150 for all five weeks. For more information, call 318-673-6500 or www.artspaceshreveport.com. 708 Texa,s St., Shreveport.

I CASINO PROMOS

BALLY’S CASINO AND HOTEL SHREVEPORT: Must be 21 to play. Promotional rules and conditions apply. Featuring video poker, traditional reels and electronic table games. June 2022 Specials: Military and AAA members receive a 10% discount off prevailing room rates. Summer Stay and Play Package: Book a mid-week stay and receive 20% off Shreveport Aquarium tickets. La Spa: Book a 50-minute or 80-minute relaxation massage and receive a free 15-minute add-on ($30 value). $500,000 Sizzling’ Summer Sweepstakes— Play for your chance at a share of over $500,000 in cash and free play! Win cash and free play prizes ranging from $300 up to $250,000 every drawing night! Drawings Friday, 6/24, and Saturday, 6/25, and every 15 minutes a guest’s name will be called, totaling 20 qualifiers on each promotional day. Drawings are between 5 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. Qualifying winners will receive a certificate and must report back to the promotional area at 10 p.m. to select their prize envelope. Live entertainment at Celebrity Lounge every Friday and Saturday night in Celebrity Lounge.

SAM’S TOWN SHREVEPORT CASINO & HOTEL:. Must be 21 to play. Promotional rules and conditions apply. Play winning tables and hot slots on three floors of gaming. Restaurants: Smokey Joe’s, Java’s, William B’s. Book reservations online at OpenTable.com or call 318- 424-7777. Reservations recommended.