|  ART/EXHIBITS

NOV 6:  THE PHOTOGRAPHER’S SERIES: KEITH CARTER, Co-sponsored by The Centenary Film Society and The Friends of the Algur Meadows Museum of Art at Centenary College of Louisiana. Internationally acclaimed photographer shoots black and white images of small Texas towns, landscapes, portraits, still-lifes and interiors. Keith Carter will be present for questions and answers. 7:30 p.m. at the Robinson Film Center, 617 Texas St., Shreveport.

NOV 9: BENNETT SEWELL “A CELEBRATION OF LIFE” PORTRAITS OF “IT’S WHAT YOU MAKE OF IT,” Women’s Department Club artist reception. 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. 802 Margaret Place, Shreveport. Free. Call 222-4186.

THROUGH OCT. 31: C.J. MYERS EXHIBIT, Myers has worked in numerous media and found a new passion in 2013 after moving back to Bossier City 38 years later. Free. 1800 Prime Steakhouse, Boomtown Casino. Call 741-8310.

THROUGH OCT. 31: HOOVER WATERCOLOR SOCIETY ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP SHOW, See new paintings by more than 40 artists, judged by Margaret Mays Ellerman. 2 to 5:30 p.m. Norsworthy Gallery, 214 Texas St., Shreveport. Contact 424-6764 or thenorsworthy@gmail.com.

THROUGH OCT. 31: “PURPLE SWAMP AND NATURE ABSTRACTION,” the first show of the “Lucky 7s” to be held at the Louisiana State Exhibit Museum. The “Lucky 7s” is a series of seven shows at seven venues in honor of Marlene’s 77th year beginning with her 70th solo exhibition. Marlene Yu Meet and Greet Party to kick off the series beginning at 5:30 to 8:30 pm. Sept 25. Louisiana State Exhibit Museum.

THROUGH NOV 29: “DOWN THE PATH WITH PASTELS,” Bossier Arts council welcomes the artists of the Shreveport Pastel Society. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. East Bank Gallery, Bossier City. Visit www.bossierarts.org. 

THROUGH NOV 30: EMERGING ARTIST GALLERY, Bossier Arts Council welcomes Nolan H. Simmons. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Arts Council, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. For more information visit www.bossierarts.org.

ONGOING: PAINTED VIOLINS TOUR STOP: Next stops at Willis Knighton Pierremont Hospital Lobby and Moffitt Automotive. Free. Visit www.shreveportsymphony.com or call 222-7496.

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

|  BARS/NIGHTLIFE

2JOHNS STEAK & SEAFOOD: 2151 Airline Dr., Bossier City. 841-5646. 5 to10 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday. 6 to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Drew Ley, Tuesdays and Fridays; Winston Hall, Wednesdays; Winston Hall with Chris Allen, Thursdays. On Saturdays (rotation) Sam Halphen, Chris McAa Professor Porkchop, Steve Ramey.

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. Doors at 8 p.m. Channel 8 Oct. 17, Quickie Mart Oct. 18, Cymbals Eat Guitars Oct. 20, Brass Bed Oct. 24, Rebirth Brass Band Oct. 25, Zombie Jamboree Oct. 30, Superwater Sympathy Oct. 31, The Octopus Project Nov. 1, Slick Rick Nov. 4, Triathalon Nov. 11, Big Deal Burlesque Nov. 15, Reverend Horton Heat Nov. 17, Dan Tedesco Nov. 18, Sons of Hippies Nov. 20, Teach Me Equals Nov. 11, Bayou Gypsys Nov. 28.

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 to 11 p.m. Wednesdays; ladies night, 6 to 10 p.m. Thursdays; Golden Tee Live, Internet jukebox. (Check website for bands and dates).

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

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

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

LEE’S: 639 E. Kings Highway, Shreveport. 861-2151. Acts are 8 p.m. to midnight weekdays, 9 p.m. Fridays and 9:30 p.m. Saturdays. 

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

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

SUPERIOR GRILL: 6123 Line Ave., Shreveport. 869-3243. Live music on the patio 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. What the Funk Oct 29, Keith Horton Band Oct 30, Wizards of Voz Oct. 31.

THE STAGE AT SILVER STAR: Live entertainment. Schedule: Joe Stampley Nov. 14, Johnny Lee Nov. 21. Gates open at 7 p.m. 1201 Dixie Overland Road, Bossier City. Call 752-3633.

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

|  MUSIC/COMEDY

NOV. 2: FOR KING AND COUNTRY, 6 p.m. at the Shreveport Convention Center. Tickets $10 GA and $20 VIP. Purchase tickets at www.ticketmaster.com or call 800-745-3000.

NOV. 15: “1964 - THE TRIBUTE (BEATLES),” Rolling Stone Magazine has called it “The best Beatles tribute on earth.” 1964 takes the audience on a musical journey to an era that will live in our hearts forever. $52. 8 p.m. at The Strand Theatre, Shreveport. For more information or to purchase tickets visit www.thestrandtheatre.com or call 226-8555.

NOV. 15: CHER, The one and only Cher returns to Bossier City with her hugely successful “D2K Tour 2014. Purchase tickets at the CenturyLink Center Box Office, online at www.ticketmaster.com, and at all other authorized Ticketmaster outlets. 

NOV. 22: BEETHOVEN AND MOZART, featuring guest artist and Wideman Gold Medalist Yevgeny Yontov. 7:30 p.m. at RiverView Theater. $17-$58. www.shreveportsymphony.com. 222-7496. www.ticketmaster.com or call 800-745-3000.

NOV. 23: THE NOEL FOUNDATION, INC., Chamber Music Series. 3p.m. at Anderson Auditorium, Centenary College campus, Shreveport. Free. Featuring: Yevgeny Yontov. www.shreveportsymphony.com. Call 222-7496.

DEC. 5: DARLENE LOVE CHRISTMAS SHOW, a compilation of Christmas and other hits that soar with Darlene Love’s spectacular voice. $52. 8 p.m. at The Strand Theatre, Shreveport. Visit www.thestrandtheatre.com or call 226-8555.

|  SPECIAL EVENTS

NOV. 1: DAY OF THE DEAD “A LATIN AMERICAN FESTIVAL OF LIFE,” Celebrate this traditional Mexican holiday with crafts, art, sugar skulls, dance, music, bread of the dead and traditional altars of remembrance. 1 to 4p.m. Columbia Park, Shreveport.

NOV. 1: JUNIOR LEAGUE KITCHEN TOUR, A self guided tour through 10 new and newly remodeled kitchens in the Shreveport area. Hors d’oeuvres and drinks will be provided. 10 to 4 p.m. $25 in advance or $30 the day of. Visit www.jlsb.org.

NOV 1: KNOCK OUT CANCER WITH JC, 10 percent of each sale at Toy Fair in Pierremont Mall with go toward the treatment of John Claude Nelson, a local resident and current patient at St. Jude Children’s Hospital. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

NOV. 1: ST. NICHOLAS ORTHODOX CHURCH CELEBRATES ITS 20TH ANNIVERSARY, The festival will take place on the church grounds from 11a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 1. Food booths will be set up selling plates of traditional Arabic, Greek, Russian, Romanian and Ukrainian food. Free children activities and tours of the church will be provided. Visit www.stnicholasorthodox.org. 

NOV. 1 & 10: FALL SCHEDULE FOR NOEL COMMUNITY ARTS PROGRAM, Wheel Workshop, 10 to 1 p.m. Nov. 1 $25; Watercolor Workshop, 10 to 1 p.m. Nov.1 $25; Jewelry making, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Nov. 10 $75. Call Jessica Hemingway at 221-5207 or email noelcommunityarts@gmail.com. 

NOV. 3 & 4: NOEL UMC UPWARD BASKETBALL 2015 EVALUATION, for boys and girls in grades K-6. You only need to attend one evaluation date. Cost is $80 through Nov. 4 and $90 after. Go to www.noelumc.org/upward.

NOV. 6: BPCC AND NSU CHOIRS TO PERFORM COMBINED CONCERT, The concert will begin with each choir performing separately for three selections each.  The second half of the concert will feature the combined choirs performing the “Requiem in F,” by Maxmillian Stadler. 7 p.m. at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, Shreveport. Free and open to the public. Contact Dr. Michael D. Hart at 678-6146 or mhart@bpcc.edu. 

NOV. 7: FAMILY CAREGIVERS’ CELEBRATION, A free event to celebrate the contributions of family caregivers and recognize them for their unpaid service to their loved ones. Attendees are encouraged to bring a donation to the Food Bank of Northwest Louisiana. 11 to 1 p.m. Hamilton/South Caddo Branch Library, Bert Kouns Industrial Loop, Shreveport. Contact Bonita Bandaries at 402.5618 or www.bbandaries@comcast.net.

NOV. 8: WALK FOR LOVE 5K RUN, Benefiting Shriners Hospitals for Children in Shreveport, this all-ages event includes a family festival with games, food, face painting, a teddy bear clinic, and a special guest appearance by former patient and award-winning actor RJ Mitte of “Breaking Bad”.  9 to noon. LSU-Shreveport campus, One University Place, Shreveport. Registration is $25 online at www.walkforlove.org or in-store at Sportspectrum in Shreveport. For more information, call 226-4204.

NOV. 14: “NORTON AT NIGHT: THE ART OF BEER,” Enjoy a delightful brew of art, history, and select beer tastings as we journey on a tour highlighting beer through the ages. Each guest receives a full sized serving of his or her new-found favorite beer to accompany the delicious food provided by Rhino Coffee. $20 per person. 5:30 to 8 p.m. at The R.W. Norton Art Gallery. 21 and older. Visit www.rwnaf.org. Call 318-865-4201 ext. 130.

NOV. 14-16: RESTORATION AGRICULTURE WORKSHOP, Mahaffey Farms will host a three-day workshop featuring a presentation by Mark Shephard, author of “Restoration Agriculture.” Cost to attend the presentation on Nov. 14 is $25 and $350 for the entire workshop. Visit www.MahaffeyFarms.com or call 518-0558.

NOV. 15: THE PIE RUN, Southfield School and Strawn’s Eat Shops, call all runners, walkers and “pie enthusiasts” to “run for their pie.” At the finish line, all participants will receive a piece of Strawn’s pie. Race starts and finishes at Southfield School. Visit www.thepierun.org. “Like” The Pie Run at www.facebook.com/thepierun for the latest updates on the event. 

NOV 15 & 16: FRIENDS OF SHREVE MEMORIAL LIBRARY FALL BOOK SALE, Thousands of used books, Cds, DVDs & audio books will be on sale at rock bottom prices.Pre-sale will be 9 to noon Nov 15 for the FOL membership price of $5. General public at noon Nov. 15 and 1 p.m. Nov 16. Downtown library, 424 Texas St., Shreveport.

NOV. 15: HIGHLAND JAZZ AND BLUES FESTIVAL, featuring our 2014 Highland Jazz and Blues Festival Headliner, Kermit Ruffins of New Orleans’ Basin Street Records. Noon to 5 p.m. Columbia Park, Shreveport. Visit www.highlandjazzandblues.org.

NOV 15: JACK HANNA’S INTO THE WILD LIVE, 3 p.m. at the Shreveport Convention Center. Tickets $22.50 level II, $31 level I, $75 VIP.

NOV 22: NATIONAL BLACK RODEO FINALS, Exciting bull and horse riding during the baddest show on dirt, watch the Bar-Kays perform at the after party as well as a special performance by the Grambling State Marching Band. 8 p.m. at the CenturyLink Center, Bossier City. Tickets at the CenturyLink Center box office or online at www.ticketmaster.com.

NOV. 28-30: SHOP TIL YOU DROP AT THE 10TH ANNUAL MISTLETOE & MORE HOLIDAY GIFT SHOW, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday through Saturday. 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $4, children 10 and younger are free. Free door prizes given away hourly. Call 564-9489/470-6714.

DEC. 13: CHRISTMAS COOKIE BAZAAR, Freshly baked homemade cookies will be available for purchase by the pound. 10 to 4 p.m. Immanual Lutheran Church. 2565 Airline Dr., Bossier City.

THROUGH NOV. 29: STATE FAIR OF LOUISIANA, Please join us for the largest livestock show and carnival in the state. Visit www.statefairoflouisiana.com, call 635-1361, or email info@statefairoflouisiana.com.

THROUGH NOV. 22: SHREVEPORT FARMERS MARKET, the Fall farmers market is back every Saturday. 8 to 12 p.m. Festival Plaza, Downtown Shreveport. Visit www.shreveportfarmersmarket.com. 

TUESDAYS AND WEDNESDAYS THROUGH DEC. 13: CHRISTMAS IN THE SKY DESIGN VOLUNTEER WORKSHOP, Join the design team to create the beautiful, elaborate sets for the annual Shreveport Regional Arts Council fund-raiser, Christmas in the Sky; this year’s theme is “Sky Rocks!” Reserve a night to host your group of 15 or more for a customized work experience. Free for ages 14 and older. Harrah’s Louisiana Downs Workshop, 8000 E. Texas St., Bossier City. Call 673-6500. 

SECOND SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH THROUGH DEC. 13: LOVE CHAPEL ARTS AND CRAFTS FAIR, 8 to 1 p.m. Sale of local artisans and beautifully made crafts of all mediums are available. Life Share Blood Mobile will be available through Sept. 2001 Forest Hills Blvd, Haughton. Contact Celeste at 464-1346.

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 WEDNESDAY: ADULT INLINE HOCKEY, 6:30-9:30 p.m. $10. All skill levels welcome. At The Event Place & Hockey Rink, 1902 Alfred Lane, Bossier City, 71112. www.facebook.com/Shreveport.Bossier.Hockey.

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 SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH: HIGHLAND OPEN STUDIO TOUR, Artist workshops and galleries are open for your perusal with art to make and buy. Free. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tours start at 436 Topeka St. Visit www.restorehighland.com/.

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

ONGOING: ADULT DANCE CLASSES, join us every week for a different genre of dance with Louisiana Dance Collective. Class fee is $10 cash only. Like us on Facebook to stay up to date on information about the location, schedule and style of classes or e-mail ladancecollective@gmail.com with any questions. Call Phyllis Whatley at 742-8673 or visit www.bossiercity.org (under animal control adoption).

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. 5:45-6:45 p.m. Mondays; 5:45-7 p.m. Tuesdays. All Souls Unitarian Universalist Church, 9449 Ellerbe Road. For class details, call 210-7203.

|  THEATER/PERFORMANCE

NOV. 15: “LA TRAVIATA,” Reckless love, masked revelry, family strife and self-sacrifice; La Traviata is musical storytelling at its most spectacular recounted in a cascade of instantly recognizable tunes. 7:30 p.m. $25-90, $15 students. RiverView Theatre, Downtown Shreveport. Buy online at www.shreveopera.tix.com or call 227-9503.

NOV. 11: BPCC FALL ONE ACT FESTIVAL, featuring a selection of individual student-directed short plays. Admission is free. 6:30 p.m. in the performing Arts Theater. Contact 678-6021 or theatre@bpcc.edu.

NOV. 21: “MOSCOW BALLET’S GREAT RUSSIAN NUTCRACKER,” Celebrate the beloved Christmas tradition with the whole family as forty world-class Russian artists bring this charming classic to life. 7 p.m. at The Strand Theatre, Shreveport. Visit www.thestrandtheatre.com or call 226-8555.

DEC. 3-4: “THE CHRISTMAS SHOW,” Annual Bossier City/BPCC Christmas show featuring the Cavalier Show Band, BPCC Choir and Cheerleaders, the Ladies in Gold and other BPCC performing groups. Admission is free, canned good donations for the Northwest Lousinana Food Bank are welcome. Doors open at 6 p.m. Bossier Civic Center, Bossier City. Contact 678-6021 or theatre@bpcc.edu.

DEC. 6: CHARLES DICKENS’ “A CHRISTMAS CAROL,” a powerful story of redemption that has enchanted audiences the world over with its simple message of selfless giving. 8 p.m. at The Strand Theatre, Shreveport. Visit www.thestrandtheatre.com or call 226-8555.

NOV 26-30: “A CHRISTMAS STORY THE MUSICAL,” Based on the classic 1983 holiday movie. $22 adults, $20 seniors, $18 students/kids. 7:30 p.m. Nov 26, 27 and 29. 2:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Nov. 28. 3:00 p.m. Nov. 30. Emmett Hook Center, 550 Common St., Shreveport. Call 429-6885. www.StageCenterLA.com.