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| ART/EXHIBITS

THROUGH MAY: BORDERS. Icelandic sculptor Steinunn Thórarinsdóttir exhibits 11 pairs of life-sized figurative works in cast iron and cast aluminum on the Centenary campus. Centenary, 2911 Centenary Blvd., Shreveport. Visit www.themeadowsmuseum.com.

THROUGH MAY 24: ARTIST UP! The exhibition includes sculpture, acrylic painting, printmaking and photography by 17 graduates of the Artist Up! Entrepreneurial Training Program. Central ArtStation, 801 Crockett St., Shreveport. Call 673-6500.

THROUGH MAY 24: PROJECT TALENT. An exhibit of original artworks by Caddo Parish High School students. Louisiana State Exhibit Museum, 3015 Greenwood Road, Shreveport. Visit www.laexhibitmuseum.org.

THROUGH MAY 31: "DEPTH OF FIELD" A PHOTO EXHIBIT. Featuring the work of Maria Schmelz and Ron Austin. Bossier Arts Council, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Visit www.bossierarts.org.

THROUGH MAY 31: BIZ ART SHOWING. Biz-Art is a free, family-oriented event, taking place on a monthly basis featuring new, local artists every month. May features painter Rod Kidwell. A reception will be from 5-7 p.m., May 23, Hayter Reynolds, 9045 Ellerbe Road, Ste. 103, Shreveport. Call 698-3000.

MAY 31: ANN GEORGE: SEASONS OF SELF OPENING RECEPTION. Experience the bountiful imagingation and inspirational storytelling in George's solo exhibition and experience it before the general public. 5-7 p.m. R.W. Norton Art Gallery, 4747 Creswell Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.rwnaf.org.

JUNE 1-AUG. 18: ANN GEORGE: SEASONS OF SELF. This Louisiana artist uses her camera, paper, ink and paint to create photographic fusions that tell stories through her use of imagery. R.W. Norton Art Gallery, 4747 Creswell Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.rwnaf.org.

JUNE 2-9 THE HOOVER WATERCOLOR SOCIETY SPRING SHOW. The Hoover Watercolor Society will conduct their annual spring show. 2-4 p.m. The Norsworthy Gallery, 214 Texas St., Shreveport.

JUNE 2-28: MARKS IN TIME. This is an exhibit of paintings and multimedia works by three prominent local and regional artists Alan Dyson, Anthony Reans and Ellen Soffer. An artists’ reception is from 2-4 p.m., June 2. Louisiana State Exhibit Museum, 3015 Greenwood Road, Shreveport. Visit www. laexhibitmuseum. org.

JUNE 5: JUNE DOWNTOWN ARTWALK. Art food and drink specials, live music and street performances, history talk and your chance to sketch the city. 5-8 p.m. artspace, 708 Texas St., Shreveport. Visit www.downtownshreveport.com/artwalk. J

UNE 5-JULY 19: RED RIVER QUILTERS EXHIBITION AT CENTRAL ARTSTATION. Keeping the age-old art of quilting alive, The Red River Quilters share their work in this exhibit. Free. An opening reception is from 5-7 p.m., June 5. Central ArtStation, 801 Crockett St., Shreveport. Visit www.shrevearts.org.

JUNE 7-AUG. 10: SUMMER OF GLASS WITH ERIC HESS AND MICHELLE PENNINGTON. This Texas Contemporary Glass Exhibition features over 40 works of glass. Free. An opening reception if from 5-8 p.m., June 7. Artspace, 708 Texas St., Shreveport. Visit www.artspaceshreveport.com.

JUNE 7-JULY 20: “AS NIGHT SPILLS INTO DAY.” Ruston artist Nick Bustamante will explore the relationship between interior and exterior spaces with this exhibit. An opening reception is from 5-8 p.m., June 7. Artspace, 708 Texas St., Shreveport. Visit www.artspaceshreveport.com.

| 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. Toni & Drew, 6-10 p.m., May 23; Dusty Rose Band, 8 p.m. to midnight, May 24-26; Dorsey Summerfield, 6-10 p.m., May 30; Identity Crisis, 8 p.m. to midnight, May 31-June 1. 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. 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.

BAYOU THUNDER SALOON. 5 Star Karaoke Plus, 6-11 p.m. every Sunday; 8 p.m. to midnight, Friday. 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. 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.

CELEBRITY LOUNGE: Live music. Safira Live Band Karaoke, May 23, June 13, 27; Identity Crisis, May 24; DJ CX, May 25; Jimmy Wooten, May 30; Party Machine, May 31; Time Machine, June 1; Tipsey, June 6; Big Daddy Band, June 7; DJ Dynamix, June 8; Downtown Fever, June 14; Night Shift Band, June 15; The Interns, June 20; Live 5, June 21; DJ Jessica Who, June 22; Mojiles, June 28; Electric Circus, June 29. 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. 5 Star Karaoke Plus, 11 p.m. to 3 a.m., Friday and Saturday. 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.

COYOTES BAR & GRILL. 5 Star Karaoke Plus 8 p.m. to midnight every Monday; 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. every Saturday. 1618 Market St., Shreveport. 424-0650.

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. 5 Star Karaoke Plus 9 p.m. to midnight every Thursday. 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. 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.

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: Craig Morgan, 8 p.m., May 26. DiamondJacks Casino & Resort, 711 DiamondJacks Blvd., Bossier City. 678-7777.

MUDDY WATERS SPORTS BAR: 5 Star Karaoke Plus 8 p.m. to midnight, Wednesdays. 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.

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.

NORTHWOOD HILLS GOLF CLUB CLUB HOUSE Live music with Wayne’s FM Karaoke, every last Saturday of the month. 5000 Northwood Hills Drive, Shreveport. 797-9556.

OUR PLACE BAR & GRILL: 5 Star Karaoke Plus 8 p.m. to midnight every Friday and 2:30-6:30 p.m. every Sunday. 300 Cryers Camp Road, Elm Grove. 987-3334.

THE PORT GRILL: Live entertainment, Kent Gill, 7 p.m., May 23; Dexter Duran, 7:30 p.m., May 25; Kericah, 7 p.m., May 30. Special events, Trivia Night, 7:30 p.m., May 21, 28; Disney Trivia Night, May 22; Crayfish Comedy Night, 9 p.m., May 31; Kyle and Sara, 7:30 p.m., June 1; Beaux Atkins, 7 p.m., June 6; Tipsey The Band, 9 p.m., June 7; Camille, 7:30 p.m., June 8; Landon Miller, 7 p.m., June 13; Hip Hop Show, 9 p.m., June 14; Haley Brooke, 7:30 p.m., June 15; Morgan Smith, 7 p.m., June 20; Leigh Rose, 7:30 p.m., June 22. 208-8767. 784 E. Flournoy Lucas Road, Ste. C.

PARADISE THEATER: Cajun Jamboree, 7 p.m. May 24. Tickets start at $20. Blackberry Smoke, 8 p.m., May 25, $45, $55. Jamey Johnson, 8 p.m., June 8, $45, $65. 777 Margaritaville Way, Bossier City. 855-346-2489. (Also see MUSIC/COMEDY.)

RIVERDOME: Dustin Lynch, May 24; REO Speedwagon, May 31. 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. Dopsie & The Zydeco Twisters, DJ Love, Chicken on the Bone, 6 p.m. to midnight, May 24; Robin & 4 Score, 6-8 p.m., May 25; Identity Crisis, 9 p.m. to midnight, May 25; What the Funk, 7-11 p.m., May 26; Total Choice, 7 p.m. to midnight, May 31.

THE STAGE AT SILVER STAR: Live entertainment. Gates open at 7 p.m. unless stated otherwise. Cowboy Mouth + Spectra Vamp, July 20. 1201 Dixie Overland Road, Bossier City. 752-3633. Tickets available at www.outhousetickets.com.

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

SUNDANCE CANTINA BAR AT BOOMTOWN: Live music is from 8 p.m. to midnight. Ambush, May 24, 25; Dusty Rose Band, May 31; Jimmy Wooten Trio, June 7, 8; Jesse & the Midnight Peddlers, June 14, 15; Pseudo Room, June 21, 22; Bleuz Boys, June 28, 29. 300 Riverside Drive, Bossier City, La. 318-746-0711.

SUPERIOR GRILL: Live entertainment on the patio from 6:30-10:30 p.m., Ziffel Brothers, May 22; Tambria Adams Band, May 24; Casey Martin Band, May 25; Professor Porkchop Band, May 29; The Syndicate, May 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.

TIKI BAR: Live music at 6:30 p.m., Hunter, Brabham, Williams, Deaton, 6:30 p.m., May 22. 639 E. Kings Highway, Shreveport. 868-6355.

TWISTED ROOT: Live music on the patio from 6-9 p.m., Buddy Flett, Tuesdays; Tim Powell, first and third Thursdays; Shay Bailiff, second and fourth Thursdays. Know-It-All Trivia, 7-9 p.m., Mondays, free entry. 868-6410. 8690 Line Ave., Shreveport.

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. K945 Know It All Trivia, May 22, 29; Nashville South, May 23; Captain Joe Band, May 24; Vernon Hinesley, May 25; ’90s Nite Out featuring That Girl DJ, May 27; Pro Karaoke with Scott, May 28; Spin-Off, May 30; Lee Mathis, May 31. Horseshoe Casino, 711 Horseshoe Blvd., Bossier City.

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| THEATER 

MAY 23-26: LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL. A fabulously fun, award-winning musical based on the adored movie. $20. 7:30 p.m.; 2 p.m., May 26. Shreveport Little Theatre, 812 Margaret Place, Shreveport. Visit www.shreveportlittletheatre.com.

JUNE 7-9: MATILDA THE MUSICAL. Presented by the Academy of Children’s Theatre on June 7 at 8 p.m. and June 8 & 9 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $25. Marjorie Lyons Playhouse at Centenary College. For information or advanced tickets go to https://www.ACTLOUISIANA.com , by contacting ACT at 212-2822, or by calling the box office at 869-5242.

| MUSIC/COMEDY

EVERY THURSDAY: LIVE MUSIC AND FUN. Enjoy live music. $6. Bossier Council on Aging, 706 Bearkat Drive, Bossier City. Call 741-8302.

MAY 26: KENNY BROBERG. The internationally acclaimed pianist will return to Shreveport prior to his performance in the Tchaikovsky International Piano Competition in Moscow. 6:15 p.m., pre-concert conversation, 7 p.m. concert. First Baptist Church, 543 Ockley Drive, Shreveport. Call 865-8502.

| SPECIAL EVENTS

EVERY TUESDAY THROUGH MAY: EAST BANK MARKET. A celebration of local vendors, handcrafted goods, artists, food and small business to include live music, fun family activities and more. 4-7 p.m. East Bank District and Plaza, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Visit www.EastBankMarket.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. 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.

FIRST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH: MOMMY & ME YOGA. This 30-minute class is filled with songs, laughter, stories and yoga and created for mommy and baby bonding. $5. 10 a.m. R.W. Norton Art Gallery, 4747 Creswell Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.rwnaf.org.

EVERY SATURDAY: BOSSIER CITY FARMERS' MARKET. With fresh foods, honey, soap, makers, entrepreneurs, artists, food trucks and fun activities for kids. Free. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Pierre Bossier Mall, 2950 East Texas St., Bossier City. Visit www.BossierCityFarmersMarket.com.

MAY 21: CATS: EVENTS ON CULTURE, ARTS, TECHNOLOGY AND SCIENCE. This event brings a diverse group of scholars, leaders and artists to residents of The Glen and our community. This event will be on growing and tasting tomatoes. 3 p.m. The Glen Retirement System, 403 East Flournoy Lucas Road, Shreveport. Call 798-3500.

MAY 24: KICK OFF TO SUMMER. With activities with the Bossier Parish Library, Red River Wildlife Refuge and others as well as lawn games, music, food trucks and a showing of "The Sandlot." 4-8 p.m. R.W. Norton Art Gallery, 4747 Creswell Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.rwnaf.org.

MAY 24: TWILIGHT TALKIES: THE SANDLOT. Join us for a movie on the lawn of the museum with fun activities and local food trucks. Bring your chairs and blankets. 4 p.m., food truck; 8 p.m., movie starts. R.W. Norton Art Gallery, 4747 Creswell Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.rwnaf.org.

MAY 25, 26: ART ISN’T EASY - EAST BANK THEATRE FUNDRAISER. The Bossier Arts Council and many local theatre superstars are teaming up to support the beloved East Bank Theatre at this fundraiser. $25. 7-9 p.m., May 25, 2-4 p.m., May 26. East Bank Theatre, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Visit www.eventbrite.com.

MAY 29: SML ART CLUB: EVYIND EARLE. This series will spotlight the work of this American-born painter and teens and adults will create their own fantasy paintings. No registration or previous artistic experience is required. For ages 10 and older. 4 p.m. Shreveport Memorial Library locations. Visit www.shreve-lib.org.

MAY 30: LADIES IN LEADERSHIP LUNCHEON. This event brings together women in senior roles from various industries to discuss topic regarding personal and professional development. $17. 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The Petroleum Club of Shreveport, 416 Travis St., 15th Floor Ballroom, Shreveport. Call 425-4521.

JUNE 1: UNITED THROUGH FITNESS. The inaugural event will feature an obstacle course, 2K and 5K run, group workout classes, food trucks, live music and more. 7 a.m. to noon. Riverview Park, 601 Clyde Fant Pkwy., Shreveport. Call 426-8267.

JUNE 1-AUG. 24 (EVERY SATURDAY): SHREVEPORT FARMERS’ MARKET. With vegetables, fruits, herbs, honey and meats grown/raised within a 100-mile radius as well as breads, jams, jellies, sweets and more. Live music. Free. 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Festival Plaza, 101 Crockett St., Shreveport. Visit www.shreveportfarmersmarket.com.

JUNE 3-5: HOOVER WATERCOLOR SOCIETY WILL HOST A WORKSHOP WITH BEVERLY BOREN. Beverly Boren, well-known Dallas watercolorist, will conduct a watercolor workshop. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Norsworthy Gallery, 214 Texas St., Shreveport. Call 218- 0641 or email Christine.thenorsworthy@gmail.com.

JUNE 6: FEAST. Shreveport Green’s annual fundraiser that features a five-course dinner created with local produce and fare with accompanying wines. $145. 6:30 p.m. Greenleaf Park, Provenance Community, 1955 Woodberry Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.shreveportgreen.org.

JUNE 7: TWILIGHT TALKIES: WILLY WONKA AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY. Join us for a movie on the lawn of the museum with fun activities and local food trucks.. Bring your chairs and blankets. 4 p.m., food truck; 8 p.m., movie starts. R.W. Norton Art Gallery, 4747 Creswell Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.rwnaf.org.

JUNE 8: SHREVEPORT Q-PROM 2010. If you ever wanted a second chance at prom night, here’s your shot. In celebration of Pride Month, the LGBTQ community and supporters celebrate differences and will party the night away with live music, decorations, lights, punch and plenty of munches at Artspace. A pre-dance three course meal at Parish Taceaux will be served. Arrive as a couple, a group or come stag! It’s all about the fun. Individual tickets are $20. Dinner and dance ticket combinations are $40. Contact shreveportqprom.com.

JUNE 8: ARK-LA-TEX GENEALOGICAL ASSOCIATION MONTHLY MEETING. The Education Committee will lead breakout sessions on a variety of genealogy topics. Free. 1-3 p.m. Shreve Memorial Library, Broadmoor Branch, 1212 Captain Shreve Drive, Shreveport. Visit www.altgenealogycom.

JUNE 8: TIA’S HOPE 4TH ANNUAL MEMORIES DANCE “ONCE UPON A TIME.” Margaritaville Resort Casino, Tia’s Hope, and El Kaurubah Shriners are coming together once again to create those memory moments for this annual dance for children with special needs ages 5-25. 6-9:30 p.m. El Karubah, 6230 South Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport. Visit www.eventbrite.com.

JUNE 9: FOOD TRUCKS AT THE MUSEUM! Multiple food trucks, live music, adoptable pets, museum tours and more. Free. noon to 4 p.m. Shreveport Water Works Museum, 142 North Common St., Shreveport. Call 222-7403.

JUNE 21-23: 33RD ANNUAL LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL FESTIVAL. This festival celebrates African American culture and heritage with live music, arts and crafts vendors, regional food vendors and more. $10 per day; $25 weekend pass. Festival Plaza, 101 Crockett St., Shreveport. Visit www.rhoomega.com.

JULY 19: TENNIS OPEN. Heard, McElroy & Vestal hosts the 7th annual tennis tournament. 4-6 p.m., tournament; 5 p.m., burger bar. Pierremont Oaks Tennis Club, 578 Spring Lake Drive, Shreveport. Call 429-2059.

| CASINO PROMOS

BOOMTOWN CASINO & HOTEL: 300 Riverside Drive, Bossier City, 746-0711. www.boomtownbossier.com. May Promotions. $95K Let’s Get Truckin’ Giveaway is from 7-11 p.m. every Friday. Four winners every 15 minutes. Guests will receive $200 in free play or promotional chips. Final Night is at 11:30 p.m., May 31, where one winner will win a brand new F-150. Backyard BBQ is from 5-9 p.m. every Wednesday. Everyone wins! One swipe per day per guest. 5X Entries for Let’s Get Truckin’ Giveaway is every Monday and Tuesday. Guests will earn 5X entries. Play & Eat Buffet Promotion is every Monday and Tuesday. Guests earn 150 tier points to receive a free buffet to redeem Wednesday through Sunday. June Promotions. $50K Slot Party is from 7-10 p.m. every Friday. Five winners every 20 minutes. Guests will receive $100 in free play and participate in a slot tournament. At 11 p.m., top 10 scores will be paid out. Top prize is $1,000 in free play. Pick a Shot Glass is from 5-9 p.m. every Sundays and Wednesday. Everyone wins! One swipe per day per guest. Play & Eat Buffet Promotion is every Monday and Tuesday. Guests earn 150 points on Monday and Tuesday to receive a free buffet to redeem Wednesday-Sunday.

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. May Promotions. $25,000 Mega May Giveaway. Win $1,000 instantly. Win your share of $25,000 cash and JackPlay! Drawings are from 7-10 p.m., every Friday. 50+ Diamond Club is every Wednesday. Memorial Day USA Hat Giveaway. Noon to 6 p.m., May 27. Earn 50 points and get a USA hat. New Kiosk Rewards Program. Turn your play into Rewards right at the kiosk! Now you can easily manage and redeem your points.

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. $26.99 Crawfish Buffet is from 4:30-10 p.m every Friday. All-you-can-eat crawfish buffet. Ends May 25. Price with Rewards Club Card. $9.99 Thursday buffet with Rewards Club card. $7.77 Senior Dinner Buffet is every Wednesday for guests 50 years and older with five slot points. Easter Buffet with all-you-can-eat holiday buffet for $16.99. Price with Rewards Club card. Tax and gratuity not included. $16.99 Memorial Day Buffet with all you can eat BBQ is 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., 4:30-9 p.m., May 26, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., May 27.

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. May Promotions. Memorial Day Pig Races and Family Fun Day starts at 11 a.m., May 27. Don't miss these wacky races as these high-flying little porkers race to the finish line. The Pig Races will happen between post times for the Memorial Day Race Card. There will also be a petting zoo for children and a kids' area with bounce houses and water slides. Face painting is available for purchase. Eat up as food trucks serve up great local bites. On Thursdays, guests must earn 100 Tier Credits to receive one complimentary gift each week. Earning period is from 6 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.; gift distribution is from 2-8 p.m. at the Promotions Desk. Freedom Free Play Drawings. Every Friday, Caesar's Rewards members can swipe their Caesar's Rewards card for a chance to win Free Slot Play. Activation is from 3-9:45 p.m. All Caesar's Rewards members receive one free entry upon activation; additional entries are earned based on Tier. At 4 p.m., winners will be announced every half hour to win a share of thousands in Free Slot Play. $12,000 Moolah May Drawings. Every Saturday, Caesar's Rewards members can swipe their Caesar's Rewards card for a chance to win a share of thousands in Free Slot Play. Activation is from 3-9:45 p.m. All Caesar's Rewards members receive one free entry. Fuddruckers Special Earn 100. On Fridays and Saturdays, Caesar's Rewards members who earn 100 Tier Credits can receive a complimentary meal voucher for a burger, fries and a drink at Fuddruckers (max value $20). Caesar's Reward members must swipe card at a redemption kiosks to receive their dining credit which is valid for seven days.

HORSESHOE BOSSIER CITY HOTEL AND CASINO: 711 Horseshoe Blvd., Bossier City. 742-0711. June Promotions. Infiniti QX80 Giveaway. This luxury SUV delivers the power and elegance you deserve! Receive one complimentary entry and continue to earn daily, based on your tier. Earn additional entries on select Sundays and Tuesdays leading up to the giveaway. Plus, visit us to receive an additional 100 Bonus Entries through the Caesars Rewards Mobile App on May 25. Mystery Reward Credit Multiplier. On select Mondays and Tuesdays, Total Rewards Members can swipe their Caesars Rewards Card for a chance to win up to a 100X Multiplier or a 3X multiplier for Video Poker. Guests can swipe their Caesars Rewards card at any Promotional Kiosk. See Caesars Rewards® for details. Asian 3K Drawing. Free Play Friday Drawings. Take home up to $5,000 in Free Slot Play each week! Receive one free entry into the drawing each event day upon activation by swiping their Caesars Rewards Card, and you can also receive additional entries based on Tier for every 25 Tier Credits earned each promotional Friday. Receive 20 bonus entries through the Caesars Rewards app each Thursday while on property. $40,000 Ultimate Risk Drawings. On Saturdays you can win a share of $40,000 in Free Slot Play. Winners will be selected every 30 minutes from 6-10 p.m. to receive $1,000 in Free Slot Play. Asian Mini Baccarat Tournaments is May 24.

MARGARITAVILLE CASINO AND RESORT: 777 Margaritaville Way, Bossier City. 855-346-2489. www.margaritavillebossiercity.com. May Promotions. Margaritaville Millions Continuity Game is every day with Island-themed game with the appeal of more winners, more often. Play ‘N’ Get Margarita is Monday through Thursday. 2X Play Wednesdays. Guests receive two free game plays. Mercedes Mini Baccarat Hotseat is from 8-11 p.m., May 23, 30. Two names will be drawn every 15 minutes for $200 promotional chips and a qualifying spot into our finale Mercedes drawing. $90K Cruising into Summer Giveaway. Guests can activate their entries at any promotional kiosk or slot machine starting at 7 p.m. Four guests will be chosen every 30 minutes for $200 in free play and qualifying spot into the finale drawings. One winner will win a brand new Harley Davidson motorcycle. May Corvette Giveaway. May 26. Guests can activate their entries at any promotional kiosk or slot machine from 5-7:29 p.m. Five names will be drawn every 15 minutes for $250 in free play or promotional chips and a qualifying spot into our finale. Beach Bum Club Breakfast: $7.99 breakfast, guests ages 50 and older. $12.99 lunch, guests 50 and older. June Promotions. Play and Get - Red, White and Blue Series is Monday through Thursday while supplies last. 2x Play Wednesdays. Guests receive two free game plays on Wednesdays only. $20K Mini Baccarat Hotseat is from 8-11 p.m. every Sunday and Thursday in June. Two names will be drawn every 30 minutes for $200 promotional chips. $5,000 Mini Baccarat Tournament Qualifier Drawings is from 10:15 p.m. to midnight every Friday. Five names will be drawn each night. Four guests will receive $200 in free play and an entry ticket into the finale giveaway at midnight, where one lucky winner will spin the wheel of All-American prizes.

SAM'S TOWN HOTEL AND CASINO SHREVEPORT: 315 Clyde Fant Parkway, Shreveport. 811-429-0711. www.Samstown.com. May Promotions. Truckin’ Away a Winner Drawings are from 6-10 p.m., May 25. Every hour, five winners will win $150 Cash plus the chance to qualify to win a new 2019 Ford® F250. $70,000 in cash and prizes guaranteed. The truck drawing will take place at 10:30 p.m., May 25. All B Connected card holders receive one free entry daily by visiting a promotional kiosk May 1-25. Earn 100X Entries every Tuesday in May. Entries may be activated by swiping at any promotional kiosk one hour prior to drawing times. All guests who are Sapphire and higher earn 15X points, with no activation required and no point cap. From noon to 8 p.m. earn 50 tier credits and swipe B Connected card at any promotional kiosk to win a share of $15,000 in slot dollars. Also, join us in the pavilion at 6 p.m. for a cake cutting ceremony. Kick off Memorial Day Weekend in Sam’s Town Live with a free show featuring Rockin’ Dopsie & The Zydeco Twisters, DJ Love, and Chicken on the Bone, 7 p.m. to midnight, May 24. 10x Points is Thursdays in May. From 6 a.m. to midnight each Thursday in May, players who are Sapphire and higher can participate in the 10x Bonus Point Multiplier. B Connected members who use their B Connected card during the promotion times will earn 10x points. Activation is required. The promotion does not include video poker games. Additionally, the promotion has a 100,000 B connected point cap and does not include card score.

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JUNE 10-14, 24-28, JULY 15-19: CAMP AQUA: WETLANDS WILD. Campers will transform into junior marine biologists and go behind the scenes to conduct field experiments exploring animal and plant life. Ages 6-12. $225 per week; discounts available for Season pass holders and siblings. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (extended care available for $10 per session). Shreveport Aquarium, 601 Clyde Fant Parkway, Shreveport. Visit www.shreveportaquarium.com.

JUNE 17-20: IMAGINE ME! Campers will learn the art of storytelling through comic strips, self-portraits and other methods of creative expression, turning themselves into artwork and imagining themselves in far out places! 3rd-7th grade; 8th-12th grade. $150/student. 9 a.m. to noon. Artspace, 708 Texas St., Shreveport. Visit www.artspaceshreveport.com/summer-camp/.

JUNE 17-21: M.M.A.D. CAMP IV. Music, movement, art and drama summer camp for kids entering or graduating from school grades 1-6. Registration deadline is noon, June 10. $75 per camper (non-refundable). 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 8895 Youree Drive, Shreveport. Call 797-9402.

JUNE 17-21, JULY 8-12, 22-26: CAMP AQUA: HEROES OF THE DEEP. Your camper will learn about the amazing abilities of aquatic animals as well as test a few of their own. Ages 6-12. $225 per week; discounts available for SEAson passholders and siblings. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (extended care available for $10 per session). Shreveport Aquarium, 601 Clyde Fant Parkway, Shreveport. Visit www.shreveportaquarium.com.



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