'The Art of Nick Wobusobozi,' Through Sept. 30, Emerging Artist Gallery

|  ART/EXHIBITS

AUG.  21 & 22: “GONE IN 60 SECONDS,” As part of Digifest South, the Bossier Arts Council and Winrock International will host two pitch workshops and a G60 elevator pitch contest. The workshops will be at 6 p.m. Aug. 21 at the East Bank Theatre, 630 Barksdlae Blvd., Bossier City. G60 Elevator Pitch contest, 6 p.m. Aug. 22, with two $1,000 prizes for the best pitches. Call 741-8310.

SEPT. 6-30: “OIL PAINTINGS” BY MELINDA GANDY OF MISSISSIPPI, Opening reception Saturday, Sept. 6, 5-7 p.m. Free. Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 1-5:30 p.m.; Saturday noon to 4:30 p.m. Norsworthy Fine Art Gallery, 214 Texas St., Shreveport. Call 424-6764.

THROUGH AUG. 22: THE ARTS ENTREPRENEUR GRADUATE EXHIBITION IV, includes performance and visual art from Northwest Louisiana artists Monro Brown, Eric Francis, Tracy, McComic and Kedrick Williams. Central Gallery in Central Artstation, corner of Crocket and Common streets, Shreveport. 

THROUGH AUG. 30: “WIT & WIRE,” Paintings by Yvonne Brouchard and sculptures by Charles Arnold, both artists from East Texas. Free. Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 1-5:30 p.m.; Saturday noon to 4:30 p.m. Norsworthy Fine Art Gallery, 214 Texas St., Shreveport. Call 424-6764.

THROUGH AUG. 31: “AMERICAN STILL LIFES,” This exhibition will feature masterpieces by a range of contemporary artists recognized especially for their sumptuous still-life compositions along with their dazzling artistic techniques, including Daniel Mark Cassity of Hot Springs, Ark. Free. R.W. Norton Art Gallery, 4747 Creswell Ave., Shreveport. Call 865-4201.

THROUGH SEPT. 6: “TO BE CONTINUED: THE POWER OF SUGGESTED STORIES IN THE ART OF RACHEL STUART-HAAS, JOSHUA CHAMBERS AND TAFFIE CRAGON GARSEE,” The final art exhibition in the Critics Series brings together three artists, each initially chosen by a different critic for a solo show during the past two years. Free. artspace, 710 Texas St., Shreveport. Call 673-6535.

THROUGH SEPT. 6: “BELLE MAR,” THE POETRY OF KATIE BICKHAM, An award-winning pet and teacher from Shreveport, Bickham has published her first book of poetry, “The Belle Mar,” winner of the Lena-Miles Wever Todd Poetry Prize. Free. artspace, 710 Texas St., Shreveport. Call 673-6535.

THROUGH SEPT. 12: THE SHREVEPORT ART CLUB’S ANNUAL MEMBER SHOW, featuring artists Maria Ashcraft, Fran Barlow, Patricia Camp, Marion Davis, Lee Elwinger, Becky Garner, Joyce Hawkins, Bob and Judy Horne, Janie James, Ron Kidwell, Julia Kolnick, Brenda McCart, Melba Miller, Carolyn Pitts, Kay Smith, Robert L. Smith, Ron Smith, Esther Thompson, Sara Kalmbach Webb and William Wood. Free. Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. West Wing Gallery, Louisiana State Exhibit Museum, 3015 Greenwood Road, Shreveport. Call 632-2020.

THROUGH SEPT. 30: THE ART OF NICK WOBUSOBOZI, The work of this artist from Africa comes from Lois Maberry, a local individual who works with an organization called “The Mission of Hope.” Free. Tuesday through Saturday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Emerging Artist Gallery, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Call 741-8310.

THROUGH SEPT. 30: THE ART OF TAMMY ZIHLAVSKY AND MEGAN DAVIS TAYLOR, From abstract landscapes to animals, their unique styles are a sight to see. Reception 2 p.m. Aug. 9. Free. Tuesday through Saturday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. East Bank Gallery, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Call 741-8310.

ONGOING: ARTPORT 2012: “PAIRED,” One of the only revolving public art displays in an airport setting in America, this latest exhibit will feature the works of 90 local and regional artists. Free. Shreveport Regional Airport.

ONGOING: “SMILE SCIENCE,” This new permanent exhibit includes a giant 6-foot mouth that teaches visitors about oral anatomy in a fun way. Visitors can brush the teeth with an oversized toothbrush and remove and replace teeth like a puzzle. Sci-Port: Louisiana’s Science Center, 820 Clyde Fant Parkway, Shreveport. Call 424-3466.

EVERY WEDNESDAY: ARTFUL ACRYLIC CLASSES, by Rebecca Francis. $75 per month. 4-7 p.m. Barnwell Garden and Art Center, 602 Clyde Fant Parkway, Shreveport. Call 673-7703.

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

|  BARS/NIGHTLIFE

BABY HUEY’S ON THE BAYOU: 1709 Sligo Road, Bossier City. 752-9465. You Can Be a Star Karaoke, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Fridays.

CHICAGO/THE HOOKAH ROOM: 118 Texas St., Shreveport. 221-0490. Acts are 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. unless otherwise stated. Loco Lounge featuring the best selection of electronic dance music artists in town, Fridays; Floyd Grigsby and the 5GK Band, Saturdays.

COVE ON CROSS LAKE: 1612 Dilg League Drive (off Lakeshore), Shreveport. 635-0262. 11:30 a.m. to closing Monday through Saturday. www.TheCoveOnCrossLake.com. Karaoke, 7-11 p.m. Wednesdays; ladies night, 6-10 p.m. Thursdays; Golden Tee Live, Internet jukebox. (Check Web site for bands and dates).

EL PORTRILLOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT: 6614 Youree Drive, Shreveport. Wayne’s FM Karaoke, 6-10 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, 6-9 p.m.; VJ-DJ music, 9 p.m. to 12 a.m.

LEE’S: 639 E. Kings Highway, Shreveport. 861-2151. Acts are 8 p.m. to midnight weekdays and 9 p.m. Fridays and 9:30 p.m. Saturdays. John Wright, Aug. 21; The Syndicate, Aug. 22; John Wright, Aug. 23; Jerry Beach Blues Jam, Aug. 25; John Wright, Aug. 28; Kandu, Aug. 29; John Wright, Aug. 30; Jerry Beach Blues Jam, Sept. 1.

RISTORANTE GIUSEPPE: 4800 Line Ave., Shreveport. 869-4548. Jazziana, 7 p.m. every Friday and Saturday. Kids’ Night Out/Parents Dine Out, 6 p.m. Sept. 8; children enjoy dinner and a movie in Giuseppe’s Kids’ Room while parents enjoy a quiet dinner in the main dining room. 

SUPERIOR GRILL: 6123 Line Ave., Shreveport. 869-3243. All acts are 6:30-10:30 p.m. The Roscoes, Aug. 20; Robert Duncan Band, Aug. 21; Billy O’Conn and Badd Apple, Aug. 22; Keith Horton Band, Aug. 23; What the Funk, Aug. 24; Jimmy Wooten Band, Aug. 27; Professor Pork Chop Band, Aug. 28; Audubon Place, Aug. 29; Christina Langston Band, Aug. 30; JB and Drama Club, Aug. 31.

SUPERIOR’S STEAKHOUSE: 855 Pierremont Road, Suite 120, Shreveport. 869-3243. All acts are 6-10 p.m. unless noted. Christina Langston & Stan Hoffman, Aug. 20; Haley Brooke, Aug. 21; Haley Brooke, 6-11 p.m. Aug. 22; Haley Brooke, 7 p.m. to 12 a.m. Aug. 23; Haley Brooke, Aug. 25; Haley Brooke, Aug. 26; Christina Langston & Stan Hoffman, Aug. 27; Haley Brooke, Aug. 28; Haley Brooke, Aug. 29; Haley Brooke, Aug. 30; Haley Brooke, Sept. 1; Haley Brooke, Sept. 2; Christina Langston & Stan Hoffman, Sept. 3.

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

2JOHNS STEAK & SEAFOOD: Airline Plaza, 2151 Airline Drive, Bossier City. 841-5646. All acts are 6-10 p.m. unless noted. Winston Hall, Aug. 20; Winston Hall & Chris Allen Jazz Night, Aug. 21; Drew Ley, 6-11 p.m. Aug. 22; Thomas Keys, 6-11 p.m. Aug. 23; Drew Ley, Aug. 26; Winston Hall, Aug. 27; Winston Hall and Chris Allen, Aug. 28; Drew Ley, 6-11 p.m. Aug. 29; Steve Ramsey and Deidre Malbrough, 6-11 p.m. Aug. 30; Drew Ley, Sept. 2; Winston Hall, Sept. 3...

|  MUSIC/COMEDY 

AUG. 23: THE STAGE AT SILVER STAR, Live entertainment. Schedule: Jamie Lynn Spears, Aug. 23. 1201 Dixie Overland Road, Bossier City. Call 752-3633.

AUG. 23: JAMES BURTON INTERNATIONAL GUITAR FESTIVAL, Enjoy music from some of the country’s greatest guitarists. $32, $42 & $102. 7:30 p.m. Tickets on sale at all Tickemaster locations, the CenturyLink Center box office or 1-800-745-3000. Shreveport Municipal Memorial Auditorium, Shreveport. 

AUG. 24: LINCOLN BREWSTER, The American contemporary Christian musician and pastor became a sought-after sessions guitarist in the 1990s and is coming to town through the James burton Foundation and The Simple Church. Free. 6 p.m. Ticket information available on www.jamesburtoninternationguitarfestival.com.Shreveport Municipal Memorial Auditorium. 

AUG. 26: DANCE FEST 2014, a square and round dance open house, featuring the Southern Swingers Square Dance Club and the Red River Rounders Round Dance Club. Free. Casual dress. Doors open at 6 p.m., dancing 6:30-9:30 p.m. Promenade Hall, 5400 Benton Road, Bossier City. Call Johnnie Ingles at 469-2929.

SEPT. 6: PAC THE PARK! JOINT VENTURE PRESENTS “JAZZ IN THE PARK,” The second annual event features local jazz bands, dancers and performers. Free. 2-7 p.m. Chris Hays Park and Recreation Center, 4300 Illinois Ave., Shreveport. 

SEPT. 13: BLACK JACKET SYMPHONY PRESENTS FLETWOOD MAC’S “RUMORS,” Black Jacket Symphony offers a unique concert experience through the re-creation of classic albums as a live performance, with Fleetwood Mac’s award-winning “Rumors” performed in its entirety along with a selection of the band’s greatest hits. $52. 8 p.m. Strand Theatre, 619 Louisiana Ave., Shreveport. Call 226-8555 or 1-800-313-6373.

SEPT. 19: THE OAK RIDGE BOYS, The four-part harmonies of the Oak Ridge Boys have spawned dozens of country hits and a No. 1 pop smash, earned them Grammy, Dove, CMA and ACM awards and garnered a host of other industry and fan accolades. $49.50, $39.50 and $29.50. 8 p.m. Strand Theatre, 619 Louisiana Ave., Shreveport. Call 226-8555 or 1-800-313-6373.

SEPT. 26: PETER FRAMPTON, The English rock musician and singer is responsible for such modern hits as “Do You Feel Like We Do,” “Show Me the Way” and “I’m In You.” $50.50, $41.50, $36.50 and $34.50. 8 p.m. Tickets on sale at the CenturyLike Center box office, all Tickemaster locations or by phone at 800-745-3000 or at the auditorium the day of the show. Municipal Auditorium, Shreveport. 

OCT. 26, RAY LAMONTAGNE, with Belle Brigade , Ray Lamontagne is no stranger to the world Folk music. His fourth album, “God Willin’ & The Creek Don’t Rise,” released in 2010, won the Grammy for Best Contemporary Folk album, and he subsequently embarked on the 2011 Pariah Dogs Summer Tour, so named after his new band The Pariah Dogs. 7:30 p.m. Shreveport Municipal Memorial Auditorium. Ticket available at Ticketmaster. 

|  SPECIAL EVENTS

AUG. 23: PSORIASIS AND PSORIATIC ARTHRITIS REVEALED, an educational seminar with guest speaker Dr. James Bergeron. Free. 9:30 a.m. to noon Shreve Memorial Library, 4844 North Market St., Shreveport. Call 936-4753.

AUG. 22-24: SPORTSMAN’S EXPO, the Ark-La-Tex’s premier outdoor show featuring elements of camping, hunting, fishing and the great outdoors. The event includes vendors, contests, door prizes, informative seminars, concessions and more. Advance tickets available at sbcsportsmansexpo.eventbrite.com; date of event, $8 adults, $5 children ages 6-12, free, children age 5 and younger, $5 seniors 55 and older, $5 military with ID. Shreveport Convention Center, 400 Caddo St., Shreveport. 

AUG. 25: WEST COAST SWING DANCE LESSONS, featuring beginner West Coast swing at 6:30 p.m. and intermediate West Coast swing at 7:30 p.m. $8 per person per class. SandysDance Center, 111 Dalton St., Suite 400, Shreveport. Call 465-4534 or visit www.sandysdance.com.  

SEPT. 4, 11, 18 and 27: HOMEGROWN: A LOCAL FARMERS MARKET AT PROVENANCE IN THE PARK, Enjoy shopping at three mid-week fall markets from 3-7 p.m. Sept. 4, 11 and 18 and the Homegrown Fall Farmers’ Market at Provenance from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 27. There will be vendors from Louisiana, East Texas and southern Arkansas, art, crafts, food, live music and children’s activities. Free. Call 683-0399..

SEPT. 6: FESTAPALOOZA, Join us for a rockin’ day out with a live band, beer, food vendors, craft vendors and more. $20 pre-sales July 1-16; $25 through Sept. 5; $75 VIP tickets through Sept. 5; $30 day of event. noon. Festival Plaza, downtown Shreveport. Call 688-1130.

SEPT. 6: FALL FOR DANCE, The Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet kicks off its 41st season with several other local dance companies joining the Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet in this annual outreach program. General admission $10 adults, free for children 12 and under; reserved seating $12 adults, $2 children 12 and under; patrons can also purchase a special buffet dinner package. Dinner begins at 5:30 p.m., show at 6:30 p.m. Riverview Theatre, Shreveport. Call 221-8500.  

SEPT. 6: CROSS LAKE DANCE CLUB MONTHLY DANCE, featuring dancing to the music of Rod Payne and Lisa Phifer, 7:30-10:30 p.m. El Karubah Shrine Temple, 6230 South Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport. 

SEPT. 13: CHIMPANZEE DISCOVERY DAYS, Nature, science, education, family and fun all describe Chimp Haven’s Chimpanzee Discovery Days; guests can bring a contribution for the chimps, including fresh or canned fruits and vegetables, unshelled nuts, peanut butter, sugar-free cereals, pretzels, sugar-free gelatin, pudding mixes, juice and syrup and more. Walk through the sanctuary’s naturally wooded trail, visit the enrichment station and the greenhouse exhibit. You can explore Chimp Haven on a 30-minute staff-led hayride tour; adults $10, children, $5. Chimp Chat and Chew dates, featuring lunch, a behind-the-scenes tour of the sanctuary and a presentation by a staff member, are at noon on June 14, Sept. 13 and Nov. 8; adults $50, children $25, reservations required. Admission: $6 adults, $3 children age 5 and younger. 9 a.m. to noon. Chimp Haven, located in the Eddie D. Jones Park, off Highway 789, Keithville, La. Call 925-9575.

SEPT. 13: DANDYSDANCE CENTER DROP IN AND DANCE PARTY, featuring free dance lessons 7 p.m., dancing to the music of SandysDance Party, 7:30-10:30 p.m. $15 per person, casual attire. SandysDance Center, 111 Dalton St., Suite 400, Shreveport. Call 465-4534 or visit www.sandysdance.com.  

SEPT. 13-14: SHOP TIL YOU DROP ARTS, CRAFT AND GIFT SHOW, Experience a fun-filled weekend of shopping galore with Anna and Elsa from the movie “Frozen” at 3 p.m. Saturday and at 2 p.m. Sunday for the children and door prizes given away hourly. $3; children 10 and younger are free. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sunday. Bossier Civic Center, 620 Benton Road, Bossier City. Call 470-6714 or 564-9489.

SEPT. 21: SHREVEPORT MAYORAL FORUM, Meet the candidates who want to be your next mayor with a Q&A session and reception; presented by PACE (People Acting for Change and Equality). Free. 4-6 p.m. Deaf Action Center, 601 Jordan St., Shreveport.

OCT. 16-19: ROSES IN THE PINEY WOODS, The American Rose Society will hold its fall national convention. Tyler, Texas. Call 800-637-6534 for details.

OCT. 25: METRO PCS BOO ON THE RIVER, Presented by Townsquare Media, this huge outdoor event for the whole family will include trick-or-treat for the kids, costume contest, great prizes, music, games, booth vendors, food vendors, an inflatable zipline, multiple bounce houses, obstacle courses and an inflatable rock wall. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free, but additional cost for the zipline, rock wall, bouncies and food vendors. Tickets available at any Metro PCS location. Stoner Park, Shreveport. Call 688-1130.

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

EVERY THURSDAY: ZUMBA FITNESS CLASS, Join the party with instructor Katie Ours Tapis. $7 per person, workout attire. SandysDance Center, 111 Dalton St., Suite 400, Shreveport. Call 465-4534 or visit www.sandysdance.com. 

FIRST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH: SHREVEPORT SAIL AND POWER SQUADRON, This group promotes boating fun, safety and education and meets at 6:30 p.m. at the Shreveport Yacht Club, 2905 Municipal Pier Road, Shreveport. Call 426-9484.

SATURDAYS THROUGH AUG. 30: SHREVEPORT FARMERS MARKET, Shop for fresh-grown local produce, jams and jellies, arts and crafts and more at the annual Farmers Market. 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday. Festival Plaza, downtown Shreveport. Call 455-5788.

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: ADULT INLINE HOCKEY, beginner pickup hockey every Tuesday from 6:30-8:30 p.m.; advanced pickup hockey every Wednesday 7:30-9:30 p.m. $10. Hot Wheels south, 1902 Alfred Lane, Bossier City. 

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

ONGOING: BOSSIER ANIMAL CONTROL ADOPTION DAYS, Animals in good health are in need of loving homes. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays. Petsmart, 2630 Beene Blvd., Bossier City. Hand in Paw, Friends of Bossier City Animal Control, needs volunteers to help with the adoption days. Contact Phyllis Whatley at 742-8673 or visit www.bossiercity.org (under animal control adoption).

ONGOING: YOGA CLASSES, in the style of Krishnamacarya; all levels welcome. Class fee is by donation. Mondays 5:45-6:45 p.m.; Tuesdays 5:45-7 p.m. All Souls Unitarian Universalist Church, 9449 Ellerbe Road.  For class details, call 210-7203.

BIKE/CRAWL CLUB, Each week, Detour members will meet at Overtime Sports Bar and then run/walk/bike as fast/far as one would like down Clyde Fant Parkway then head back to Overtime Sports Bar for free non-alcoholic beverages and great drink and food specials. Detour Downtown provides an opportunity to stay active, connect with friends, network and meet new people. 6 p.m. Wednesdays. 200 Travis St., Shreveport. Call 673-0048 or visit www.shreveporthappyhour.com/detour/.