ENTERTAINMENT/FUN/THEATER/DANCE/MUSIC/CASINOS

| ART/EXHIBITS

FEB.1-MARCH 31: LIFE AND LEGACIES. This dual show features the legacy of Ed and Carol Allen paired with the reflection of life of Julia Raring. Opening reception is from 6-8 p.m., Feb. 8. Bossier Arts Council, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Visit www.bossierarts.org.

THROUGH FEB. 15: A GEM OF A JOURNEY. Artist Tracy McComic will debut her first solo visual art exhibition with more than 40 paintings that showcases the creativity that helped her survive childhood trauma and her journey of healing. Central Artstation, 801 Crockett St., Shreveport. Visit the event page on www.facebook.com.

THROUGH FEB.16: WORKS BY LYNETTE BAGLEY. Norsworthy Fine Art Gallery, 214 Texas St., Shreveport. Call 424-6764.

THROUGH FEB. 20: BIZ ART. Featuring an exhibit from Hannah Wolfe, an abstract painter. Hayer Reynolds, 9045 Ellerbe Road, Ste. 103, Shreveport. Call 698-3000.

THROUGH FEB. 23: THE ART OF TAMARA ROBERTSON. In this exhibit, each piece is made of repetition of recognizable individual elements that form an unfamiliar new object. Artspace, 708 Texas St., Shreveport. Visit the event page on www.facebook.com.

THROUGH FEB. 23: ON THE WALL. Artists Ben Moss and Jeromie Journell will paint large-scale artworks directly on the walls of artspace for this new exhibit. Artspace, 708 Texas St., Shreveport. Visit the event page on www.facebook.com.

THROUGH MARCH 3: ART IS imagination, creativity, talent — making the unknown known the Norton presents submissions from high school and college students throughout the region. Ninety pieces were winnowed down to 24 marvelous works selected for the exhibition. R.W. Norton Art Gallery, 4747 Creswell Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.rwnaf.corg.

THROUGH MARCH 5: THE ENCHANTING WORLD OF FANTASY MASKS. The exhibit features elaborate one-of-a-kind fantasy masks by Shreveport mask designer Dennis Beckman. Louisiana State Exhibit Museum, 3015 Greenwood Road, Shreveport.

THROUGH MARCH 29: GLOBAL CONTAMINATION: A GULF PROJECT. A mixed media installation by Joan Hall that documents pollution on the Gulf Coast of Louisiana. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Meadows Museum of Art, 2911 Centenary Blvd., Shreveport. Visit www.themeadowsmuseum.com

THROUGH MARCH 29: LOUISIANA LANDSCAPES. An exhibit curated from the museum’s permanent collection that features works by regional and national artists showcasing Northwest Louisiana landscapes. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Meadows Museum of Art, 2911 Centenary Blvd., Shreveport. Visit www.themeadowsmuseum.com

THROUGH MARCH 29: SILENT FOREST: RETURN. A film project by Adam Hogan that examines the interaction of industrial and commercial enterprises with delicate wetland environments in the Mississippi Alluvial Plain. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Meadows Museum of Art, 2911 Centenary Blvd., Shreveport. Visit www.themeadowsmuseum.com

FEB. 2: POETRY OUT LOUD REGIONAL COMPETITION. A national poetry recitation program, encourages students to learn about great poetry through memorization and recitation. 1 p.m. R.W. Norton Art Gallery, 4747 Creswell Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.rwnaf.corg.

FEB. 6: RADIANT BIRDS RECEPTION. Rainforest Art Foundation presents the newest, nature-inspired photography show with over 20 different species of birds. 5-8 p.m. Marlene Yu Museum, 710 Travis St., Shreveport. Visit www.rainforestartfoundation.org.

FEB. 6: FIRST WEDNESDAY DOWNTOWN ARTWALK. With live music, literary reading, dance, exhibits, two art receptions, food and beverage specials and more. Free. 5-8 p.m. Downtown Shreveport. Visit www.downtownshreveport.com/artwalk.

FEB. 11: CREATIVE ART CONNECTION MONTHLY MEETING. Founder Virginia Cook will present a mixed media demonstration and exhibit her work. Free. 6-8 p.m. The Annex at Bossier Art Council, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Call 965-0798.

| BARS/NIGHTLIFE

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. Diamond Jacks Casino & Resort, 711 DiamondJacks Blvd., Bossier City. 678-7777.

AMERICAN LEGION #14: Karaoke with Jay Couger, or Dickie Turner 5:30 p.m. every Sunday; Karaoke on Taco Tuesday, 6 p.m., Feb. 5,12,19,26. Blue Rhythm Band, Feb. 1; Red Chute Revue Band, Feb. 8; 2 Easy Band, Feb. 15; Back Beat Boogie Band, Feb. 22. 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. 5 Star Karaoke Plus, 8 p.m., Friday. 1910 Market St., Shreveport. 848-7732.Shreveport.

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. 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: 2400 E 70th St., Shreveport. 616-3600.

EL POTRILLO MEXICAN RESTAURANT: Fine China, Feb 6; 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.

FRIDA'S: Wayne’s FM Karaoke, 6-10 p.m., Friday. 200 Travis St., Shreveport. 208-8600.

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: Tracy Byrd, 8 p.m., Feb. 17. 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. 2701 Viking Drive, Bossier City. 841-1345.

NICKY'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT: Wayne’s FM Karaoke, 6:30-10 p.m., Thursdays; Ambush, 6:30 p.m., Feb. 1. 2701 Viking Drive, Bossier City. 841-1345.

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 allaround 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 Exile, 8 p.m., Feb. 16. 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: Live music from 6-9 p.m. 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 St. 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. Jordan Davis, Feb. 22. 1201 Dixie Overland Road, Bossier City. 752-3633. Tickets available at www.outhousetickets.com.

ST. CHARLES TAVERN. 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. 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. 639 E. Kings Highway, Shreveport. 868-6355.

TWISTED ROOT BOSSIER: Friday Nights at the Root, 7-9 p.m. on the patio. 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. K94.5 Morning Madhouse Trivia with Know It All Trivia, Jan. 30. Horseshoe Casino, 711 Horseshoe Blvd., Bossier City.

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| THEATER

FEB. 21-24; FEB. 28-MARCH 2: SCHOOL OF ROCK. Stage Center presents with musical with music from Andrew Lloyd Webber and based on the hit movie that follows a failed, wannabe rock star turned substitute teacher who forms a band with his students. $20, adults and seniors; $15, students (in advance). 6 p.m., Feb., 21, 22, 23, 28, March 1; 2 p.m., Feb. 23, 24, March 2. Central Artstation, 801 Crockett St., Shreveport. Call 218-9978.

| MUSIC/COMEDY

JAN. 31: ART AFTER DARK OPERA NIGHT DINNER. An evening of fine wine, exquisite cuisine and a fun operatic experience with the cast of “The Face on the Barroom Floor,” “Safe Word” and “Masquerade.” $85. 6:30 p.m. East Ridge Country Club, 1000 Stewart Drive, Shreveport. Visit www.shreveportopera.org.

FEB. 2: MOZART, BACH & GLASS. The Shreveport Symphony Orchestra performs Mozart’s G Minor Symphony plus a pair of piano concerti with a special relationship. $15-$55. 7:30 p.m. First Baptist Shreveport, 543 Ockley Drive, Shreveport. Visit www.shreveportsymphony.com.

FEB.7-9: ART AFTER DARK. A series of one-act operas to include “The Face on the Barroom Floor,” Feb. 7; “Safe Word,” Feb. 8; “Masquerade,” Feb. 9. $30 each or $81 for all. 7 p.m. Central Artstation. 801 Crockett St., Shreveport. Visit www.shreveportopera.org.

FEB. 7: BROTHERS OSBORNE. Plus the Wild Feathers. General admission for floor; reserved seating for all other sections. $29.50, $32.50, $34.50. 7:30 p.m. Shreveport Municipal Auditorium, 705 Elvis Presley Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.shreveportmunicipalauditorium.com.

FEB. 14: FUNNY AS ISH. Featuring comedians Mike Epps, Sommore, Tommy Davidson and Earthquake. $58, $62, $78, $99. 8 p.m. Shreveport Municipal Auditorium, 705 Elvis Presley Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.shreveportmunicipalauditorium.com.

FEB. 16: EXILE. Live in concert. Tickets on sale now. $15 and up. 8 p.m. Paradise Theater, Margaritaville Resort Casino, 777 Margaritaville Way, Bossier City. Visit www.ticketmaster.com.

FEB. 17: TRACY BYRD. Tickets on sale now for the American country singer. 8 p.m. Legends Theatre, DiamondJacks Casino, 711 Diamondjacks Blvd., Bossier City. Visit www.ticketmaster.com.

MARCH 4: WILLIE NELSON & FAMILY. Tickets on sale now. $39-$149.75. 8 p.m. Shreveport Municipal Auditorium, 705 Elvis Presley Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.shreveportmunicipalauditorium.com.

MARCH 8: 13TH ANNUAL SHREVEPORT BLUES FESTIVAL. With Shirley Brown, Ronnie Bell, Tucka, TK Soul, Theodis Ealey and Crystal Thomas. 8 p.m. $58, $64, $80, $104. Shreveport Municipal Auditorium, 705 Elvis Presley Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.shreveportmunicipalauditorium.com.

MARCH 14: MADEA'S FAREWELL PLAY TOUR. Tickets on sale now. 7 p.m. $45, $70, $80, $95, $110. Shreveport Municipal Auditorium, 705 Elvis Presley Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.shreveportmunicipalauditorium.com.

| SPECIAL EVENTS

EVERY THURSDAY: DANCE CLASS. With Ivan and Vicky Bean. 7 p.m., beginner two-step; 8 p.m., beginner West Coast swing. Bellaire Fitness Center, 4330 Panther Drive, Bossier City. Call 949-4901, 678-3544 or visit www.shreveportbossierdance.com.

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: FREE COMMUNITY WORKOUT. With Camp Gladiator-certified personal trainers. One-hour total body workout for all ages and levels. 8 a.m. Bossier Parish Community College, 6220 E. Texas St., Bossier City; 9 a.m., Betty Virginia Park, 3901 Fairfield Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.campgladiator.com.

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.

FEB. 1: PARISH TACEAUX AFTER HOURS. Featuring Bond+. 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Parish Taceaux, 708 Texas St., Shreveport. Visit www.parishtaceaux.com.

FEB. 8: LSUS ALUMNI HOMECOMING DINNER DANCE. Enjoy the music from Southern Roots Band, a great dinner, and network with other LSUS alumni at this annual fundraiser. $25. 6-10 p.m. LSUS University Center Ballroom, 1 University Place, Shreveport. Visit www.eventbrite.com.

FEB. 9: ONE WORLD MANY STORIES. Inspired by the vision of Martin Luther King Jr., this event is a celebration of unity and diversity. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bossier Parish Library Benton Branch, 115 Courthouse Drive, Benton. Call 965-2751.

FEB. 9: ARK-LA-TEX GENEALOGICAL ASSOCIATION MONTHLY MEETING. With guest speakers Albert Dennis and Dr. Sarah Dennis with their presentation, “Notable Alumni of Grambling State University.” Free. 1-3 p.m. Shreve Memorial Library, Broadmoor Branch, 1212 Captain Shreve Drive, Shreveport. Visit www.altgenealogy.com.

FEB. 9: JLSB KING CAKE CLASSIC 5K/10K RACE. This event provides a festive and active way to celebrate Mardi Gras. Runners will enjoy a Mardi Gras celebration at the finish line with a slice of king cake, Red River Brewing beer, beads, live music, kids' area and much more. 8-11 a.m. Red River Brewing, 1200 Marshall St., Shreveport. Visit the event page on www.facebook.com.

FEB. 9: BOSSIER NIGHT MARKET. With over 175 vendors and 1,000,000 twinkle lights to shop by with live music, food trucks, kids' activities and more. Free. 4-9 p.m. Pierre Bossier Mall, south parking lot, 2950 E. Texas St., Bossier City. Visit www.BossierNightMarket.com.

FEB. 14: THE EAST BANK CUPID CHALLENGE 2019. Bands are asked to write two original Valentine-related songs and perform live where the audience chooses a winner. Food trucks, artists and vendors, and live music. Free. 6-11 p.m. East Bank District & Plaza, 600 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Visit www.bossierarts.org.

FEB. 15: AHA GO RED FOR WOMEN LUNCHEON. Guests can participate in free health screenings, a silent auction and a jewelry pull. $100. Shreveport Convention Center, 400 Caddo St., Shreveport. Call 230-6956.

FEB. 15-16: GREEN THUMB SEMINAR AND PRUNING DAYS. Join local rose society members and fellow volunteers for pruning as well as a Green Thumb Educational Seminar. Free. Pruning is 8 a..m to 5 p.m., Feb. 15; 1-5 p.m., Feb. 16. Seminar is 8 a.m. to noon. The American Rose Center, 8877 Jefferson Paige Road, Shreveport. Call 938-5402.

FEB. 16: GEMINI'S WORLD ADVENTURE XXX GRAND BAL AND TABLEAU. Black-tie affair promises a fun-filled evening of food, open bar and live entertainment. $100. 6:30 p.m., tableau begins at 8 p.m. Shreveport Convention Center, 400 Caddo St., Shreveport. Visit www.kreweofgemini.com.

FEB. 16: MARDI GRAS JAZZ BRUNCH. Grab your beads and join the fun at the Woman’s Department Club. Mardi Gras attire. $35 due Feb. 12. 11:30 a.m. Woman’s Department Club, 802 Margaret Place, Shreveport. Call 222-4186.

FEB. 17: PBS KIDS LIVE! REALLY BIG TINY ADVENTURE. With a live stage show plus shrink-andexplore playground. $16.74, $26.75, $36.75, $56.75. 6 p.m. Shreveport Municipal Auditorium, 705 Elvis Presley Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.shreveportmunicipalauditorium.com.

FEB. 22: SUPER R&B JAM. With Tyrese, Avant, Ginuwine, Donnell Jones, 702, K-Ci of Jodeci. $89-$69. 8 p.m. CenturyLink Center, 2000 CenturyLink Center Drive, Bossier City. Visit www.ticketmaster.com.

FEB. 23: GEORGE DEMENT CLASSIC. An action-packed day of amateur boxing with the main event of Austin Page vs. Paxton Giddens. 2 p.m. Wyndham Garden Hotel Ballroom, 1419 E. 70th St., Shreveport. Call 617-1508.

FEB. 26: NO-KNEAD DINNER ROLL COOKING CLASS. Open to all ages 18 and older. Registration is required and ingredients are supplied by the library branch. Attendees are asked to bring a large mixing bowl, wooden spoon and apron. Free. 6-7 p.m. Shreve Memorial Library Main Branch, 424 Texas St., Shreveport. Call 226-5897.

MARCH 9: ARKLATEX CRAFT BEER & BBQ FESTIVAL 2019. Experience the blending of two great American pastimes: craft beer and competition barbecue. With live music, games, a little bit of regional history, a 5K, and a mile-long Beer Run! 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Louisiana State Exhibit Museum, 3015 Greenwood Road, Shreveport. Visit www.arklatexcraftbeerandbbq.com.

MARCH 9: BEST IN SHEAUX. This fantastic fundraiser and gala benefiting Robinson’s Rescue Low-Cost Spay/Neuter will be celebrating their 10th anniversary. The event features a live Westminster-style runway dog show, a silent auction, buffet and Shelter Dog Showcase. $85. 6:30pm. Marlene Yu Museum, 710 Travis St., Shreveport. Visit www. robinsonsrescue.org or call 221-0017

MARCH 13: PJ MASKS LIVE: SAVE THE DAY! Tickets on sale now. $29, $39, $49, $59. 6 p.m. Shreveport Municipal Auditorium, 705 Elvis Presley Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.shreveportmunicipalauditorium.com.

MARCH 15: 0070TH SECRET AGENT GALA. Gala and casino night event for the Shreveport Opera with live music, special performances by the SOX artists, casino experience, prizes, delicious dining and more. $200. 7-11 p.m. The Petroleum Club, 416 Travis St., Shreveport. Visit www.shreveportopera.org/operaguild.

MARCH 30: 4TH ANNUAL DOUGHNUT DASH 5K. This annual fundraiser for MLK Health Center and Pharmacy will have free Southern Maid doughnuts at the start line and free craft beer at the finish line. 8 a.m. to noon. Red River Brewing, 1200 Marshall St., #500. Visit www.runsignup.com.

MARCH 26: CINNAMON ROLLS COOKING CLASS. Open to all ages 18 and older. Registration is required, and ingredients are supplied by the library branch. Attendees are asked to bring a large mixing bowl, wooden spoon and apron. Free. 6-7 p.m. Shreve Memorial Library Main Branch, 424 Texas St., Shreveport. Call 226-5897.

APRIL 5-7: U.S. OPEN BOWFISHING CHAMPIONSHIP. Registration opens Feb. 11 for the largest competition and biggest prizes in the sport of bowfishing. $300 entry fee per team of two to four persons. Live weigh-in at 9 a.m., April 7 at Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World, 100 Bass Pro Drive, Bossier City. Visit www.basspro.com/usopen.

APRIL 6: ART OF THE DOG SHOW. Robinson's Rescue and Rainforest Art Foundation are collaborating to host Art of the Dog, a mixed media visual arts show. Artists reception from 5-7 p.m. Marlene Yu Museum, 710 Travis St., Shreveport. Call 717-9111.

| CASINO PROMOS

BOOMTOWN CASINO & HOTEL: 300 Riverside Drive, Bossier City, 746-0711. www.boomtownbossier.com.

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.

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, $26.99 with Rewards Card. Prime rib and shrimp buffet, $24.99 Saturday nights with Rewards Card. $9.99 Thursday buffet with Rewards Club card.

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.

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

MARGARITAVILLE CASINO AND RESORT: 777 Margaritaville Way, Bossier City. 855-346-2489. www.margaritavillebossiercity.com. February Promotions. Continuity Game. Island-themed game with the appeal of more winners, more often where customers complete a collection of Island 1 before progressing to Island 2. Play N Get Mardi Gras Series is Monday through Thursday. 2X Play Wednesdays. Guests receive two free game plays. Paws in Paradise $20K Slot Tournament is Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28. Top 15 patrons will win a share of $5,000 in free play. All proceeds go to local animal rescues who participated in Paws in Paradise Event. $50K Mini Baccarat Tournament Qualifier Drawings is every Sunday and Thursday. Four guests will be drawn for $200 in promotional chips, and one guest will be drawn for $500 in promotional chips and a guaranteed spot in the semifinal round of the $40K Mini Baccarat Tournament on March 3. $125K Heat is on Progressive Giveaway is every Friday and Saturday. Nineteen names will be drawn each night every 30 minutes. Final drawing is Feb. 23, where one lucky winner will receive $20,000 in cash.

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