ENTERTAINMENT/FUN/THEATER/DANCE/MUSIC/CASINOS

| ART/EXHIBITS

THROUGH OCT.: GLORIA RALLISON FIGURAL ART ON EXHIBIT. The original works will be shown at the Ron Atwood Gallery in Shreveport. Open Tues.-Fri. From 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 7288 Greenwood Road. 318-222-3279 or www.ronatwoodshreveportwestgallery.com

THROUGH NOV. 30: MARJORIE GRIGONIS: CELEBRATING 50 YEARS OF CREATION. Various compositions of line, shapes and colors are used throughout the abstracts and for the artist, represent exploration, criticism, trial and error, discovery. Her feelings and thoughts influence the outcome of the work. Marlene Yu Museum, 710 Travis Street, Shreveport. Call 318-717-9111 for hours.

THROUGH DECEMBER 2018: WOMEN’S ATHLETICS AT CENTENARY, 1925-PRESENT. On display now, this exhibit offers a historical overview of the college’s varsity and club sports for women. Online and in the Whited Room lobby of Bynum Commons, Centenary College of Louisiana, 2911 Centenary Blvd., Shreveport. Visit www.centenary.edu.

THROUGH JAN. 11: SOME ARE POEMS. Paintings by Ellen Soffer on display. The Learning Commons, Bossier Parish Community College, 6220 East Texas St., Building A, Bossier City.

THROUGH JAN. 13: THE PELICAN STATE GOES TO WAR: LOUISIANA IN WWII. A historical exhibition from the National World War II Museum in New Orleans. R.W. Norton Art Gallery, 4747 Creswell Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.rwnaf.org.

OCT. 24-NOV. 16: “PINBALL – AN AMERICAN GAME EXPERIENCE.” Experience the art, history and science of pinball as an American interactive pastime at this special exhibition with pinball machines from 1930s to the 1990s. Free. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday; noon to 6 p.m., Saturday and Sunday. Louisiana State Exhibit Museum, 3015 Greenwood Road, Shreveport. Visit www.pinballfreeplay.com.

NOV. 12: CREATIVE ART CONNECTION. With sculpture artist Wesley Touchstone’s demo showing the process of casting and finishing a bonded bronze. Free. 6-8 p.m. 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Call 965-0798.

| BARS/NIGHTLIFE

NOV. 7: WAM (WINE ART, AND MUSIC): Food and wine pairings, live music and art work by Sarah Joy Lewis. 5:30-8 p.m. $35. 1800 Prime Steakhouse, 300 Riverside Drive, Bossier City. Visit www.bossierarts.org.

NOV. 8: PARTY LIKE A PRIMATE. A group exhibition featuring mixed media by local artists. Proceeds benefit Chimp Haven. Suggested $10 donation. 4-8 p.m. Nader’s Gallery, 524 East Kings Hwy., Shreveport. Visit www.chimphaven.org.

THROUGH DEC. 3: MEADOWS MUSEUM OF ART FALL SHOWS. Featuring paintings by Lavar Monroe. Free. Visit website for hours. 2911 Centenary Blvd., Shreveport, LA 71104.

2JOHNS STEAK & SEAFOOD: 5-10 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday. 6-11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Drew Ley, Tuesdays and Fridays; Winston Hall with bassist Chris Allen, Wednesdays and Thursdays; Zeke Steadman and Stan Hoffman, Saturdays. 2151 Airline Drive, Bossier City.

318 INFUSED CIGAR LOUNGE: Mike Brown Karaoke, Tuesdays 7-11 p.m. 7611 Pines Road, Shreveport. 318-564-3050.

AGAVE: No cover. Happy hour Friday and Saturday, 5 to 7 p.m. 2-for-1 well, wine & draft. What the Funk, 8 p.m. Oct. 26, 27. Diamond Jacks Casino & Resort, 711 DiamondJacks Blvd., Bossier City. 678-7777.

AMERICAN LEGION #14: Karaoke with Jay Couger, 6 p.m. every Tuesday; Karaoke with Dickie T, 6 p.m., every Sunday; Red Chute Band, Nov. 9; Back Beat Boogie, Nov. 16; Back When Band, Oct. 26, Nov. 23; Blue Rhythm Band, Nov. 2. 5315 Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport. 635-8186.

ARTIPSY WINE AND ARTS BAR: Last Friday of every month from 8-11 p.m. For “Hot Topic” comedy series; $10 presale; $15 at the door. All events are for those 21 years and older. 450 Clyde Fant Memorial Pkwy., Ste. 600, Shreveport.

AURA ULTRA LOUNGE: 205 Texas St., Shreveport. 272-1643.

THE BAR CHORD: 5815 Youree Drive. Visit www.thebarchord.com.

BAYOU THUNDER SALOON. 5 Star Karaoke Plus with Ed Williams from 6-11 p.m. every Sunday. 1910 Market St., Shreveport. 848-7732

BEARS ON FAIRFIELD: 1401 Fairfield Ave., Shreveport. 272-1643.

BIG O'S CATFISH & MORE: Mike Brown Karaoke, Thursdays 7-11 p.m. 5765 S. Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport. 636-4443.

BON TEMPS COFFEE BAR: Every Thursday from 7-10 p.m. is Thursday Night Vibes with local singers, songwriters, musicians and performers as they display their talents. Every Saturday night is poems and songs that pairs poems with smooth backing music from 7:30 p.m. to midnight. Adults Game Night with board games, card games interactive games and more. 6-10 p.m., Nov. 30. Chefs at Bons is a monthly event where local chef takes over to prepare a meal with live entertainment. 7-10 p.m., Nov. 2. Visit www.evenbrite.com for tickets. ArtLive is a fun and creative competitive event where local artists race a clock to create ad themed piece before time is up. Free. 450 Clyde Fant Memorial Parkway, Ste. 700, Shreveport. 734-9766.

BREAK-N-RUN: 5 Star Karaoke Plus hosted by Kaylee Rose every Friday night from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. 9447 Mansfield Road, #3, Shreveport. 687-5556.

CANTINA BAR AT BOOMTOWN: Live music from 8 p.m. to midnight every Friday and Saturday. 300 Riverside Drive, Bossier City, La. 318-746-0711.

CELEBRITY LOUNGE: Eldorado Resort Casino, 451 Clyde Fant Parkway. Call 877-602-0711.

CENTRAL STATION: Mike Brown Karaoke, first and third Sundays 8 p.m. to midnight. 1025 Marshall St., Shreveport. 222-2216.

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.

CHIANTI: Winston Hall and Chris Allen, 6-9 p.m. every Sunday night in the Green Room. 6535 Line Ave., Shreveport. 868-8866.

COVE ON CROSS LAKE: 11:30 a.m. to close Monday through Saturday. 1612 Dilg League Drive (off Lakeshore), Shreveport. 635-0262.

CRYSTAL STAIRS: 601 Texas Street, Shreveport. 424-8783.

EL MONO: Costume contest, Oct. 26. $10 per person, 10 p.m. Win $100. 2400 E 70th St., Shreveport. 616-3600.

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

END ZONE SPORTS BAR: 1 p.m. to 2 a.m., Monday through Saturday. Happy hour daily from 1-8 p.m. Shuffleboard and pool table. 2216 Benton Road, Bossier City. Call 747-2773.

FLYING HEART BREWING & PUB: Housed in a historic building that was once home to Bossier City's Fire House No. 6, the tasting room is open 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Sunday; 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Monday through Thursday; 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday. Ask about hosting your event at the tap room. Books and Brews, which is an open forum book club, takes place on the fourth Friday of the month. 700 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Call 584-7039.

GREAT RAFT BREWING: Open every Wednesday through 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. on Saturdays. 1251 Dalzell, Shreveport. Call 734-9881.

H&H LOUNGE: Good vibes night every Wednesday. Drum Circle, 6-9 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. 639 E. Kings Highway, Shreveport. 861-2151.

LEGENDS THEATRE: DiamondJacks Casino & Resort, 711 Diamondjacks Blvd., Bossier City. 678-7777.

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

MYLESTONE BAR: Mike Brown Karaoke, first and third Fridays 8 p.m. to midnight. 1920 Market St, Shreveport. 678-0700.

NICKY'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT: Wayne’s FM Karaoke, 6:30-10 p.m., Thursdays. 7960 E. Texas St., Bossier City. 841-1345.

NICKY'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT: 5 Star Karaoke Plus, 7-11 p.m., every Thursday. 6721 Klug Pines Road, Shreveport. 318-671-0811

NOBLE SAVAGE: Open 5 p.m.-2 a.m. Weeknight shows start at 8 p.m. On Wednesdays, Joe Nadeau's Blues Jam. Dirty Redd's Open Jam Session featuring area artists playing all-around good music every Thursday. 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 Highway, Shreveport. 216-3346.

PARADISE THEATER: Martina McBride, 8 p.m., Nov. 3. Tickets start at $65. James Burton Christmas Concert: Memories of Elvis, $30, 8 p.m., Dec. 8. 777 Margaritaville Way, Bossier City. 855-346-2489. (Also see MUSIC/COMEDY.)

RIVERDOME: Horseshoe Bossier City Hotel and Casino, 711 Horseshoe Blvd., Bossier City. 800-895-0711.

RED RIVER BREWING COMPANY: Bucket List Band, 6:30 p.m., Nov. 14, Dec. 12. 1200 Marshall St., Shreveport. 317-4110.

SAM'S TAVERN: 5-Star Karaoke Plus every Friday and Saturday from 8 p.m. to midnight. Located at 3816 E. Texas Street in Bossier City. 318-658-9804.

SAM'S TOWN LIVE ENTERTAINMENT: Free entertainment all month long. 315 Clyde Fant Parkway, Shreveport. 877-429-0711.

THE STAGE AT SILVER STAR: Live entertainment. Gates open at 7 p.m. unless stated otherwise. Dylan Scott, Oct. 26; Jason Boland & the Stragglers and Cody Canada & the Departed, Nov. 16. 1201 Dixie Overland Road, Bossier City. 752-3633. Tickets available at www.outhousetickets.com.

ST. CHARLES TAVERN. 5 Star Karaoke Plus featuring Ed Williams, 8 p.m. to midnight every Thursday; 5 Star Karaoke Plus hosted by Megan, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. every Friday and Saturday. 2706 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. 318-210-7434.

STRANGE BREW: Mike Brown Karaoke, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. 235 Wall St., Shreveport. 222-2337.

STREAKER LOUNGE. 5 Star Karaoke Plus hosted by Alice from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. every Friday. 2245 Grimmett Drive, Shreveport. 226-6555.

SUNDANCE CANTINA BAR AT BOOMTOWN: Live music is from 8 p.m. to midnight; 5 Star Karaoke Plus featuring Ed Williams, 7-11 p.m., every Wednesday night; 300 Riverside Drive, Bossier City, La. 318-746-0711.

SUPERIOR GRILL: Live entertainment on the patio from 6:30-10:30 p.m. What the Funk, Oct. 24; Professor Pork Chop Band, Oct. 25; The Caravan, Oct. 26; Tyler Vosbury Band, Oct 27; Jason Sepulvado Band, Oct. 31. 6123 Line Ave., Shreveport. 869-3243..

SUPERIOR'S STEAKHOUSE: Live piano music 6-10 p.m., Wednesday, Thursday and Friday; 7-11 p.m., Saturday. Haley Brooke, most Thursdays, many Fridays and Saturdays; Landon Pate, many Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays; Morgan Smith, many Wednesdays; The Stilettos, the first Friday of the month. 855 Pierremont Road, No. 120, Shreveport. 219-4123.

TIME OUT SPORTS BAR: 9064 Mansfield Road, Shreveport. 688-3247.

TIKI BAR: Live music at 6:30 p.m. Hunter Brabham Williams and Deaton, Nov. 28, Dec. 19; Bucket List, Nov. 7, 21, Dec. 5, 26. 639 E. Kings Highway, Shreveport. 868-6355.

TREJOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT: 5 Star Karaoke Plus, 6-10 p.m., Friday. 5795 N. Market, Shreveport. 929-0299.

TWISTED ROOT BOSSIER: Friday Nights at the Root, 7-9 p.m. on the patio. Nick Sterling, Oct. 26; Austin Upchurch, Nov. 2; Mitchell Ferguson, Nov. 9; David Adam Byrnes, Nov. 16; Tyler Dudley, Nov. 23. 2578 Airline Drive, Bossier City.

VFW POST #5951: Wayne’s FM Karaoke, first and third Saturday of the month. 1315 Northgate Road, Bossier City. 746-7611.

WHAT'S ON TAP: Happy hour daily, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. 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 23 beers on tap. 2369 Airline Drive, Bossier City. 747-5505.

WHISKEY ROADHOUSE: Hours are noon to midnight Sunday; 6 p.m. to midnight Monday through Thursday; 4 p.m. to 2 a.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Karaoke from 8 p.m. to midnight every Tuesday. Horseshoe Casino, 711 Horseshoe Blvd., Bossier City.

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| MUSIC/COMEDY

OCT. 26: TURNPIKE TROUBADOURS. With special guest Stoney LaRue. 7:30 p.m. CenturyLink Center, 2000 CenturyLink Center Drive, Bossier City. Visit www.ticketmaster.com.

OCT. 27: AN EVENING WITH BROADWAY STAR ASHLEY BROWN. The Broadway vocalist has starred in “Mary Poppins” and “Beauty and the Beast.” $15-$66. 7:30 p.m. First Baptist Shreveport, 543 Ockley Drive, Shreveport. Visit www.shreveportsymphony.com.

NOV. 3: SHREVEPORT SOUNDS: A MUSIC HISTORY SYMPOSIUM. The one-day symposium will investigate the history of North Louisiana’s various decades of music and musicians. Moderated by Winston Hall. $75. 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Robinson Film Center, 617 Texas St., Shreveport. Visit www.eventbrite.com.

NOV. 3: MARTINA MCBRIDE. Tickets on sale now. Tickets start at $65. 8 p.m. Margaritaville Resort Casino, 777 Margaritaville Way, Bossier City. Visit www.ticketmaster.com.

NOV. 18: TOBYMAC & DIVERSECITY BAND. With special guest Ryan Stevenson in this one-of-a-kind concert experience. Reserved seating. $20-$99.50. 7 p.m. Shreveport Municipal Auditorium, 705 Elvis Presley Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.shreveportmunicipalauditorium.com.

DEC. 8: THE JAMES BURTON CHRISTMAS CONCERT: MEMORIES OF ELVIS. With music from James Burton, Estelle Brown and other special guests singing Christmas music, a tribute to Elvis and more. $30. 8 p.m. Paradise Theatre, Margaritaville Resort Casino, 777 Margaritaville Way, Bossier City. Visit www.ticketmaster. com.

DEC. 9: THE HUMAN BEING TOUR WITH JOHN CRIST. Tickets on sale now. General admission. $20, $25, $40, $75, $150. 7:30 p.m. Shreveport Convention Center, 400 Caddo St., Shreveport. Visit www.ticketmaster.com.

DEC. 13-16: WRONG NOTE RIGHT: THE STORY OF AN ACCIDENTAL PIANO MAN. Join us for a special evening of theatrical and musical adventure as storyteller and award-winning piano entertainer Winston Hall shares the colorful tale of his unlikely rise as one of North Louisiana’s most popular performers. $20. 7:30 p.m.; 2:30 p.m., Dec. 16. East Bank Theatre, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Visit www.eventbrite.com.

DEC. 14: CHAD PRATHER. On his “Star Spangled Banter” comedy tour. $32.50-$26.75. Reserved seating. Ages 18 and older. 8 p.m. Shreveport Municipal Auditorium, 705 Elvis Presley Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.shreveportmunicipalauditorium.com.

DEC. 16: HARRY CONNICK JR. Performs his “A New Orleans Tricentennial Celebration … Holiday Edition.” $49.50, $69.50, $89.50, $119.50. 7:30 p.m. Shreveport Municipal Auditorium, 705 Elvis Presley Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.shreveportmunicipalauditorium.com.

DEC. 26: MANNHEIM STEAMROLLER CHRISTMAS. By Chip Davis. $79.50; $59.50; $39.50. Reserved seating. All ages must have a ticket. 8 p.m. Shreveport Municipal Auditorium, 705 Elvis Presley Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.shreveportmunicipalauditorium.com.

JAN. 22: THE BEACH BOYS: NOW & THEN. Tickets on sale now. Reserved seating. $50, $68, $86. 7 p.m. Shreveport Municipal Auditorium, 705 Elvis Presley Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.shreveportmunicipalauditorium.com.

| THEATER

OCT. 25-28, NOV. 2-4: A SOUTHERN EXPOSURE. A warm comedy about love, forgiveness and letting go. $20, seniors; $22, adults. 7:30 p.m.; 2 p.m. Sunday performances. Opening night reception is at 6 p.m., Oct. 25 for $35. Shreveport Little Theatre, 811 Margaret Place, Shreveport. Visit www.shreveportlittletheatre.com.

NOV. 5: WEST SIDE STORY OPERA NIGHT DINNER. An evening of fine wine, exquisite cuisine and thrilling opera with great music as you meet the principal artists of West Side Story. $85. 5:30 p.m. The Petroleum Club, 416 Travis St., Shreveport. Visit www.shreveportopera.org.

NOV. 8-11: DISNEY’S ALADDIN JR. The story you know and love has been given the royal treatment. $18, $15, students in advance. 6 p.m., Nov. 8, 9, 10; 11 a.m., Nov. 10; 2 p.m., Nov. 10; 3 p.m., Nov. 11. Emmett Hook Center, 550 Common St., Shreveport. Call 218-9978.

NOV. 9: WEST SIDE STORY. Shreveport Opera presents this thrilling musical. $25-$95. 7:30 p.m. The Strand Theatre, 619 Louisiana Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.shreveopera.tix.com.

| SPECIAL EVENTS 

EVERY SATURDAY AND SUNDAY: THE HISTORIC OLGILVIE-WIENER HOME. Come take a step back in time and visit this beautiful Queen Anne Victorian mansion and watch the progress of historic preservation of this magnificent home. $10. 4-6 p.m. 728 Austen Place, Shreveport.

EVERY SATURDAY THROUGH NOV.: BOSSIER CITY FARMERS' MARKET. With fresh fruits and vegetables, honey, jams and jellies, makers, hobbyists, handmade soap, baked goods, food trucks and more. Free. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Pierre Bossier Mall, 2950 E. Texas Ave., Bossier City. Visit www.BossierCityFarmersMarket.com.

OCT. 27, NOV. 3,10,17: SHREVEPORT FARMERS’ MARKET. With locally-grown produce, homemade food and crafts, hot food, and live music. Special visit from The Navy Band, Nov. 3. 8 a.m. to noon. Festival Plaza, 101 Crockett St., Shreveport. Visit www.shreveportfarmersmarketc.om.

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. Shreve Memorial Library, Broadmoor Branch, 1212 Captain Shreve Drive, Shreveport.

THROUGH OCT. 30: PROVENANCE PUMPKIN PATCH. A month-long event with hayrides, movie nights, crafts, photo sessions and much more hosted by The Junior League of Shreveport-Bossier Inc. 3:30-6:30 p.m., Monday through Friday; 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Saturday and Sunday. Provenance, 1968 Bridgewater Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.yourprovenance.com.

THROUGH OCT. 31: SML HALLOWEEN MAGIC SHOWS. Featuring local performer, DAT Does the Trick. For Shreve Memorial Branch locations and times visit www.shreve-lib.org.

OCT. 24: HAUNTED HISTORY WITH CHERYL WHITE. Tickets on sale now. $10. 6 p.m. Spring Street Historical Museum, 525 Spring St., Shreveport. Visit www.eventbrite.com.

OCT. 25-27, 28, 31: HAUNTED TOURS OF SHREVEPORT MUNICIPAL AUDITORIUM. 90-minute tours of one of the most haunted places in North Louisiana. $20; must purchase online. 6:30 p.m., Oct. 25, 27, 31; 8:30 p.m., Oct. 27; 2 p.m., Oct. 28. Shreveport Municipal Auditorium, 705 Elvis Presley Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.shreveportmunicipalauditorium.com.

OCT. 26-27: ANTIQUES & ARTS FAIR 2018. Enjoy early Christmas shopping and retail therapy with furniture, jewelry, vintage Christmas decor, candles and much more. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Women’s Department Club, 802 Margaret Place, Shreveport. Call 222-4186.

OCT. 27: MASTER GARDENER FALL BULB SALE. Annual sale with over 5,000 heirloom bulbs for sale. 8 a.m. to noon. Randle T. Moore Center, 3101 Fairfield Ave., Shreveport. Call 698-0010.

OCT. 27: HISTORIC HALLOWEEN TOUR. Tour two of the finest and most famous Victorian homes in downtown Shreveport, Ogilvie-Wiener home and the Logan Mansion. $10. 6-8 p.m. 728 Austen Place, Shreveport.

OCT. 27: 7TH ANNUAL ASEANA AUTUMN FESTIVAL. A free, family-friendly event celebrating Asian culture through food, dance, music and more. 4:30 p.m.; 7 p.m., fireworks. Asian Gardens, 800 Texas Ave., Shreveport.

OCT. 27: '80S PROM NIGHT. Zombies, prom queens, punk rockers and vampires, dance all night to live '80s band. Enjoy scary karaoke, complimentary “horror” d’oeuvres, costume contests and more. Cash bars throughout serving wine, beer and "spirits." Ages 21 and older. $30. 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. Shreveport Aquarium, 601 Clyde Fant Pkwy., Shreveport. Visit www.shreveportaquarium.com.

OCT. 31: TRUNK OR TREAT. With inflatables, games, music, candy, photo booth, food and more. Free. 5-7 p.m. Mangum Memorial United Methodist Church, 3939 Pines Road, Shreveport.

NOV. 2: PROHIBITION PARTY. With music from Bill Causey Orchestra, food by Chef Anthony Felan, a cash bar and more. 1920’s cocktail attire is encouraged. $75. 7-10 p.m. Flying Heart Brewery, 700 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Visit www.eventbrite.com.

NOV. 2-3: MISSION MARKETPLACE. An annual event where Shreveport churches join together to put on a fair-trade Mission Marketplace. $10 for preview from 7-8:30 p.m., Nov. 2. Free admission from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 3. Broadmoor United Methodist Church, 3715 Youree Drive, Shreveport.

NOV. 3: 2ND ANNUAL SHREVEPORT SOUNDS: A MUSIC HISTORY SYMPOSIUM. This event highlights the history of North Louisiana’s various decades of music and musicians with lectures, open discussions, films and musical performances. $60. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Robinson Film Center, 617 Texas St., Shreveport. Visit www.eventbrite.com.

NOV. 3: ART IN THE PARK. Annual nature and wildlife art show and sale with local artists and live music, food vendors and more. Noon to 4 p.m. Walter B. Jacobs Memorial Nature Park, 8012 Blanchard Furrh Road, Shreveport. Visit www.caddo.org or call 929-2806.

NOV. 4, 11,18, 25: CRAFT BEER COURSE. Study a variety of serving skills in this new course. 21 and older. $99 plus $35 supply fee. 5-7:30 p.m. Red River Brewing Company, 1200 Marshall St., Shreveport. Call 678-6015.

NOV. 4: ALL Y’ALL LIVE: “LET’S EAT.” The 15th installment of live storytelling event series featuring six true stories told live, without notes, on the subject of food. $15. 1 p.m. Red River Brewing, 1200 Marshall St., Shreveport. Visit www.allyallblog.com.

NOV. 5: PLANTS OF THE CADDO INDIANS. Learn from Daniel Mills about common plants used locally by the Caddo Indians for food, medicine and wares. Ages 8 and up. Bossier Parish Library's History Center, 2206 Beckett St., Bossier City. Call 7465-7717.

NOV. 7: LOYOLA STYLE SHOW. Annual luncheon fund-raiser for Loyola College Prep where seniors wear clothes from local shops. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Shreveport Convention Center, 400 Caddo St., Shreveport.

NOV. 9-11: BAYOU RENEGADE RALLY. A special event with approximately 250-500 motorcycle enthusiasts expected to participate. The rally will span multiple dates and includes a progressive poker run from Shreveport to Lake Charles. 9 a.m. Sam’s Town Hotel & Casino, 315 Clyde Fant Parkway, Shreveport. Visit www.bayourenegaderally.com.

NOV. 10: MIDWAY TO MARDI GRAS 5K “RUN FOR THE BEADS.” Krewe of Justinian XXV hosts this annual 5K and Fun Run and the first 300 finishers receive a specialty bead. 7:30 a.m., Fun Run; 8 a.m., 5K. Rhino Coffee, 721 Southfield Road, Shreveport. $25 through Nov. 9; $35 day of. Visit www.sportspectrumusa.com.

NOV. 10: INDIA NIGHT 2018. Featuring a dance recital in the folk tradition representing the diverse regions of India along with cocktails, appetizers and dinner. 5:30 p.m. LSUS University Center, One University Place, Shreveport. Call 797-5257 or visit www.eventbrite.com.

NOV. 10: ARK-LA-TEX GENEALOGICAL ASSOCIATION MONTHLY MEETING. With Jim Jones’ presentation “DNA Test Result – Next Steps.” 1-3 p.m. Shreve Memorial Library, Broadmoor Branch, 1212 Captain Shreve Drive, Shreveport. Visit www.altgenealogy.com.

NOV. 15-18: LES BOUTIQUES DE NOEL: Annual shopping event to benefit the Shreveport-Bossier Opera Guild. $10 daily tickets. Bossier Civic Center, 620 Benton Road, Bossier City. Visit www.facebook.com.

NOV. 17: PANCAKE BREAKFAST FOR YOGIE AND FRIENDS. Fundraiser to help Yogie and Friends cats. $5. 7-10 a.m. TaMolly’s, 2509 Beene Blvd., Bossier City. Visit www.yogieandfriends.org.

| CASINO PROMOS

BOOMTOWN CASINO & HOTEL: 300 Riverside Drive, Bossier City, 746-0711. www.boomtownbossier.com. October Promotions: $50,000 Potion Punch is every Friday. With up to $2,500 in bonus rewards. Five winners every 30 minutes. Drawings from 7-10 p.m. Pick a Pumpkin Kiosk Game is 1-4 p.m., Sundays and 5-9 p.m. Wednesdays. Everyone is a guaranteed winner. Swipe your mychoice card at any mychoice kiosk to reveal your prize.

DIAMONDJACKS CASINO & RESORT: 711 Diamondjacks Blvd., Bossier City. 678-7777. See Rewards Club for details. Restrictions apply. New Member. Receive up to a $100 refund in the mail. Mail offer based on play. Happy Birthday. Come in on your birthday, swipe your Rewards Club card and receive a present from us. October Promotions: $75 K Spooktacular Sweepstakes. Win a share of $75K in slot play, gift cards and a fall getaway. Drawings from 7-11 p.m. every Friday and Saturday. Pumpkin Power Swipe & Win is from noon to 6 p.m. every Tuesday. Win treats, slot play, cash, points and more! Gift Day Rewind is from noon to 6 p.m on Oct. 10, 17, 24 with a chance to receive past gifts with 10 slot plays. 50+ Diamond Club is every Thursday. 10X Points is from 5-7 p.m. every Friday. Submit your email to the Rewards Club for a chance to win a share of $500! Halloween Jack O’ Play is from noon to 6 p.m., Oct. 31. Win up to $500 in slot play!

LEGENDS BUFFET SPECIALS: Salute to our troops. 25% off every day at Legends Buffet. Must have military I.D. to receive discount. Not valid on holidays. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Seafood Buffet is Friday, $24.99 with Rewards Card. Prime rib and shrimp buffet, $24.99 Saturday nights with Rewards Card. Prime Rib & Shrimp Buffet is $24.99 with Rewards Club card on Saturday.

ELDORADO RESORT CASINO: 451 Clyde Fant Parkway, Shreveport. 877-602-0711.

HARRAH'S LOUISIANA DOWNS: 8000 E. Texas St., Bossier City. 742-5555. Must be 21 years of age or older to participate. Daily Racing Promotions. The 2018 Live Racing schedule runs Saturday, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, daily post time 3:15 p.m. Race reward Credit Multiplier. On Saturdays, make your wager with your Total Rewards Card to receive your Reward Credit multiplier.

HORSESHOE BOSSIER CITY HOTEL AND CASINO: 711 Horseshoe Blvd., Bossier City. 742-0711.

DARE DAYCLUB: Dare is open daily to the public from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Admission is $5 at the gate. Must be 21 years old to enter. Party poolside on Splash Saturdays w/DJ Dayton & Sunday Fundays w/DJ Love from 4-9 p.m.

MARGARITAVILLE CASINO AND RESORT: 777 Margaritaville Way, Bossier City. 855-346-2489. www.margaritavillebossiercity.com. October Promotions: Margaritaville Millions Continuity Game. Island-themed game is every day. Play N’ Get Wine Series is every Monday. 2x Play Wednesdays where guests receive two free game plays on Wednesdays only. Sunday & Wednesday is $35K Mini Baccarat Hot Seat with drawings from 8-11 p.m. Two names will be drawn every 15 minutes for $200 in promotional chips. All Access members will receive $400.

SAM'S TOWN HOTEL AND CASINO SHREVEPORT: 315 Clyde Fant Parkway, Shreveport. 811-429-0711. www.samstown.com.