| ART/EXHIBITS

THROUGH AUG. 10: SUMMER OF GLASS WITH ERIC HESS AND MICHELLE PENNINGTON. This Texas Contemporary Glass Exhibition features over 40 works of glass. Free. Artspace, 708 Texas St., Shreveport. Visit www.artspaceshreveport.com.

THROUGH AUG. 17: CONNECTIONS: AN ASG ART COLLECTIVE EXHIBITION. Artworks by Joanna Gifford, Willow Lanchester, Jessica Sanders and Lilah Sheperd Ward will be on display. Tues.-Fri., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. or by appointment. Agora Borealis, 413 Lake St., Shreveport. (318)268-3011.

THROUGH 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.

THROUGH AUG. 23: “PAIRED EXPRESSIONS: VISUAL AND LYRICAL ART.” The Shreveport Art Club’s Member Show features work in acrylic, oil, watercolor, pastel, graphics, mixed media collage and photography. An opening reception is from 2-4 p.m., Aug. 4. Louisiana State Exhibit Museum, 3015 Greenwood Road, Shreveport. Visit www.laexhibitmuseum.org.

THROUGH AUG. 31: FACES: ENCOUNTERING THE SPIRIT. Artist Janet Maines exhibit. Artist reception is from 2-4 p.m., Aug. 4. Norsworthy Fine Arts Gallery, 214 Texas St., Shreveport. Call 424-6764.

THROUGH SEPT 6: “THE FACES OF SHREVEPORT COMMON.” This exhibit is created by 15 local artists and represents the Shreveport Common neighborhood. Central Artstation, 801 Crockett St., Shreveport. Visit www.shrevearts.org.

AUG. 1 - SEPT 30: A DUAL ARTSHOW PRESENTING THE TALENTS OF WHITNEY TATES AND HILLARY FRAZIER. Opening reception Aug. 9, 6-8 p.m. The East Bank Gallery at Bossier Arts Council, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. www.bossierarts.org.

AUG. 1-SEPT. 28: STILL PHOTOGRAPHY. Showcasing 40 years of personal works by Neil Johnson. An opening reception is from 5-8 p.m., Aug. 1. Artspace, 708 Texas St., Shreveport. Visit www.artspaceshreveport.com.

AUG. 2-SEPT. 30: BRITTANI PHILLIPS. This emerging artist specializes in functional and abstract art. An opening reception is from 6-8 p.m., Aug. 9. Bossier Arts Council, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Visit www.bossierarts.org.

AUG. 2 - SEPT. 3: LIGHTING THE WAY: LED ARTWORK & DRAG PORTRAITS: Paige Powell’s second solo art exhibit with mixed media featuring a series of drag portraits as well as embellished artworks with LED lights. An opening reception is from 6-9 p.m., Aug. 2. C&C Mercantile & Lighting, 2430 Line Ave., Shreveport. Visit the event page on www.facebook.com

AUG. 5: SUMMER GLASS MAKING DEMONSTRATIONS. With Terri Sigler will demonstrate cane roll-up style glass art techniques. Free. 5-7 p.m. Central Artstation, 801 Crockett St., Shreveport. Visit www.shrevearts.org.

AUG. 7: WAM: WINE, ART & MUSIC. This quarterly event features local artists with the Creative Art Connection, wine tastings, food pairings and live music. $35. 5:30-8 p.m. 1800 Prime, Boomtown Casino Hotel, 300 Riverside Drive, Bossier City. Visit www.bossierarts.org.

AUG. 7: “RED COW CIRCUS.” The Agora Borealis will bring the bold, fantastical art of artist Lisandra T. Di Liberto Brown. She is known for her bold, fantastical pieces and often paints red cows with wings. 5-11 p.m. The Korner Lounge, 800 Louisiana Ave., Shreveport. Visit the event page on Facebook.

| 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.

AMERICAN LEGION #14: Karaoke with Jay Couger or Dickie Turner 5:30 p.m. every Sunday; Flashback, Aug. 30. 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. Live music from 8 p.m. to midnight, The Syndicate, Aug. 3; The Bone Dancers, Aug. 10; Tambria Adams, Aug. 17; Red Thread, Aug. 24. Friday.1910 Market St., Shreveport. 848-7732.

BEARS ON FAIRFIELD: Live entertainment starts at 8 p.m. 1401 Fairfield Ave., Shreveport. 272-1643.

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. The Wonderfulls, Aug. 2; DJ Crush, Aug. 3; Time Machine, Aug. 9; DJ Shiftee, Aug. 10; Soul Grooves, Aug. 16; Night Shift Band, Aug. 17; Vermillionaries, Aug. 23; Pop Culture, Aug. 24; Tipsey, Aug. 30. Eldorado Resort Casino, 451 Clyde Fant Parkway. Call 877-602-0711.

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.

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. Live music is from 6-9 p.m. every Thursday night. 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.

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

NICKY'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT: Wayne’s FM Karaoke, 6:30-10 p.m., Thursdays; Flashback, Aug. 31. 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 PORT GRILL: Live entertainment. 784 E. Flournoy Lucas Road, Ste. C.

PARADISE THEATER: The Roots and Boots Tour featuring Sammy Kershaw, Collin Raye and Aaron Tippin on Aug. 3 at 8 p.m. Tickets start at $71. Clint Black, 8 p.m., Aug. 31. $25-$75. Margaritaville Way, Bossier City. 855-346-2489.

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

SAM'S TOWN LIVE ENTERTAINMENT: Free entertainment all month long. Latin Nights with DJ Manny from 8 p.m.-12 a.m. every Thursday night. Ambush, 7 p.m. to midnight, Aug. 16, 17.

THE STAGE AT SILVER STAR: Live entertainment. Gates open at 7 p.m. unless stated otherwise. Corey Smith, Aug. 2; Stoney LaRue, Aug. 9; Joe Nichols, Aug. 16. 1201 Dixie Overland Road, Bossier City. 752-3633. Tickets available at www.outhousetickets.com.

SUNDANCE CANTINA BAR AT BOOMTOWN: Live music is from 8 p.m. to midnight. Stompbox, Aug. 2, 3; Anxious, Aug. 9, 10; Bleux Boys, Aug. 16, 17; Dusty Rose Band, Aug. 23, 24; Ambush, Aug. 30. 300 Riverside Drive, Bossier City, La. 318-746-0711.

SUPERIOR GRILL: Live entertainment on the patio from 6:30-10:30 p.m., Professor Porkchop and the Dishes, July 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., 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. WHISKEY JACKS MUSIC AND SPIRITS: Live entertainment 6-10 p.m., Thursdays, 8 p.m. to midnight, Fridays and Saturdays. Chris McCaa, Aug. 1; Dusty Rose Band, Aug. 2, 3; Beaux Atkins, Aug. 8; Ambush, Aug. 9,10; Spin Off, Aug. 15; Beaux Atkins Band, Aug. 16, 17; Derrick Mathis, Aug. 22; Bluez Boyz, Aug. 23, 24; Toni & Drew, Aug. 29; Identity Crisis, Aug. 30, 31. Diamond Jacks Casino & Resort, 711 DiamondJacks Blvd., Bossier City. 678-7777.

| MUSIC/COMEDY

AUG. 2: BRING IT! LIVE. The Dance Battle Tour. 8 p.m. Tickets start at $32.75. Shreveport Municipal Auditorium, 705 Elvis Presley Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.shreveportmunicipalauditorium.com.

AUG. 30: 85 SOUTH. Tickets on sale. 21 and older. $147- $27. 8 p.m. Shreveport Municipal Auditorium, 705 Elvis Presley Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.shreveportmunicipalauditorium.com.

SEPT. 6: RICHARD MARX. Tickets on sale now. $57, $47, $39; $25, student; $157, VIP. 8 p.m. The Strand, 619 Louisiana Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.thestrandtheatre.com.

SEPT. 7: EDDIE B. Tickets on sale for his “I’m Already a Professionally Developed” tour. $55, $45, $35, $25. 8 p.m. Shreveport Municipal Auditorium, 705 Elvis Presley Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.shreveportmunicipalauditorium.com.

OCT. 12: MIRANDA SINGS. The YouTube star comes to the stage with her “Who Wants My Kid” tour. 7 p.m. $82-$36.50. 7 p.m. Shreveport Municipal Auditorium, 705 Elvis Presley Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.shreveportmunicipalauditorium.com.

OCT. 13: ALISON KRAUSS. Tickets on sale now. $92-$62. 7:30 p.m. Shreveport Municipal Auditorium, 705 Elvis Presley Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.shreveportmunicipalauditorium.com.

OCT. 14: BABY SHARK LIVE!. Tickets on sale now. $59-$29. 6 p.m. Shreveport Municipal Auditorium, 705 Elvis Presley Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.shreveportmunicipalauditorium.com.

OCT. 19: RUSSIAN BALLET THEATRE PRESENTS SWAN LAKE. Tickets on sale now. $86- $29. 7 p.m. Shreveport Municipal Auditorium, 705 Elvis Presley Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.shreveportmunicipalauditorium.com.

NOV. 3: THERESA CAPUTO. The Long Island Medium will be live on her "The Experience tour." $39.75. 3 p.m. Shreveport Municipal Auditorium, 705 Elvis Presley Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.shreveportmunicipalauditorium.com.

NOV. 9: ZZ TOP. Tickets on sale now. $129-$39. 8 p.m. Shreveport Municipal Auditorium, 705 Elvis Presley Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.shreveportmunicipalauditorium.com.

WANT TO GET YOUR EVENT, BAND OR BAR/ NIGHTCLUB LISTED IN “318 TALK”? E-MAIL INFORMATION THREE WEEKS PRIOR TO THE EVENT DATE TO EDITOR@318FORUM.

| THEATER

AUG. 9-11: A STEADY RAIN. The inaugural Left of Center Series production of a story that explores the complexities of a lifelong bond tainted by domestic affairs, violence and the rough streets of Chicago. $20. 7:30 p.m., Aug. 9, 10; 2 p.m., Aug. 11. Marjorie Lyons Playhouse, 2700 Woodlawn Ave., Shreveport. Call 218-9978.

AUG. 9-11, 16-18: HOLD ME! The final show of the season with this blended series of comedic sketches based on Jules Feiffer’s renowned comic strip cartoons. $12. 7:30 p.m., 2 p.m., Sundays. Stephen W. Slaughter Theatre in Building C on the BPCC campus, 6220 East Texas St., Bossier City. Visit www.bpcc.edu.

AUG. 18: SLT AUDITIONS FOR CHRISTMAS MUSICAL. Those auditioning for the production of "Miracle on 34th Street: the Musical" should bring sheet music, a head shot and theatre resume and be prepared to sing and wear appropriate clothes for dancing. 10 a.m., Junior Academy; 2 p.m., adults and Senior Academy. Shreveport Little Theatre, 812 Margaret Place, Shreveport. Call 424-4439.

AUG. 19-20: BPCC AUDITIONS FOR "URINETOWN." Local actors are encouraged to audition and bring a head shot and resume (not required). 6:30 p.m. Stephen W. Slaughter Theatre in Building C on BPCC campus, 6220 East Texas St., Bossier City. Call 678-6525.

| SPECIAL EVENTS

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

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 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.

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.

EVERY SATURDAY THROUGH AUG. 24: 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. }

THROUGH AUG. 4: SHARK WEEK. Ongoing family-friendly activities, experiments and displays where families can learn all about sharks and their role in the ocean ecosystem. Shreveport Aquarium, 601 Clyde Fant Pkwy., Shreveport. Visit www.shreveportsquarium.com/shark-week.

AUG. 3: SHREVEPORT NIGHT MARKET. With over 100 vendors and over a dozen food trucks and fun for the family. Free. 4-9 p.m. Parking lot at St. Vincent Mall, 1133 St. Vincent Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.shreveportnightmarket.com

AUG. 9: LOUISIANA FILM PRIZE TOP 20 ANNOUNCEMENT. Free. 6 p.m. Robinson Film Center, 617 Texas St., Shreveport.

AUG. 10: ARK-LA-TEX GENEALOGICAL ASSOCIATION ANNUAL SEMINAR. Featured speaker is John Sellers, a professional genealogist and lecturer. A vendor will be on site with a large selection of historical maps and an assortment of genealogy materials. Advance registration is recommended. $40. 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Broadmoor United Methodist Church, Pearce Hall, 3715 Youree Drive, Shreveport. Visit www.altgenealogy.com.

AUG. 15: WIZARDS BALL. Calling all wizards, witches and creatures at this inaugural event. Come dressed in your finest robes, or dress up as your favorite magical character to gather, feast and mingle. With a costume contest, trivia quiz, live music from AJ Haynes, specialty food, tours and more. Ages 21 and older. $35. 7-11 p.m. Shreveport Aquarium, 601 Clyde Fant Pkwy., Shreveport. Visit www.shreveportaquarium.com/wizards-ball.

AUG. 17: ALZHEIMER’S & DEMENTIA SUPPORT GROUP. This class is beneficial for anyone who is a caregiver or knows someone with Alzheimer’s or Dementia. Free. 9 a.m. Fitness Lady, 1700 Old Minden Road, Ste. 180, Bossier City. Call 747-1897.

AUG. 23: WWE LIVE. Returning with Superstars of Monday Night RAW! 7:30 p.m. CenturyLink Center, 2000 CenturyLink Center Drive, Bossier City. Visit www.ticketmaster.com.

AUG. 27, SEPT. 24, OCT. 29: EAST BANK MARKET. A celebration of local vendors, handcrafted goods, artists, food and small business to include live music, fun family activities and more. 5-9 p.m. East Bank District and Plaza, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Visit www.EastBankMarket.com.

SEPT. 7: BOSSIER NIGHT MARKET. With over 200 vendors and food trucks. The largest one-day vendor event in the South. Free. 4-9 p.m. Parking lot of Pierre Bossier Mall, 2950 E. Texas St., Bossier City. Visit www.BossierCityFarmersMarket.com.

SEPT. 8: 3RD ANNUAL SIP UNLIMITED: A TRIBUTE TO KUAN LIM. The food and wine event benefits deserving individuals from the local hospitality industry. Food and wine stations will feature the work of the area's finest culinary professionals and sommeliers for a gastronomic adventure. Three legends will be honored: Mike Bush, Phillip Cueller and Kuan Lim as they continue to battle serious medical issues. $75; $150, VIP. 2-5 p.m. at Margaritaville Casino and Resort, 777 Margaritaville Way, Bossier City. Visit www.eventbrite.com.

SEPT. 14: HIGHLAND JAZZ AND BLUES FESTIVAL. The 16th annual music and food event will be held on the grounds of Columbia Park in the Highland neighborhood. With music and fun for everyone, the festival will include nine bands playing from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. on two stages. There will be more than 70 food and art vendors onsite and a Kids' Zone. Headliners include Buddy Flett, Shreveport Second Line Brass Band, Jimmy Wooten, and Logan and the Legendaries. Free. More information visit www. highlandjazzandblues.org.

| CASINO PROMOS

BOOMTOWN CASINO & HOTEL: 300 Riverside Drive, Bossier City, 746-0711. www.boomtownbossier.com. August Promotions. Cruising in Summer Giveaway: Four winners every 30 minutes for $150 in bonus rewards or promotional chips and variable based entry tickets into the finale cruise giveaway. Drawings are from 7-10 p.m. every Friday. Finale cruise giveaway is at 10:30 p.m. Jeep Qualifier Drawings: Four winners every 30 minutes for $100 in bonus rewards or promotional chips and an entry ticket into the finale giveaway at 11 p.m. Drawings are 7-10:30 p.m. every Saturday. Final Jeep giveaway drawing is at 11:30 p.m., Aug. 31. Message in a Bottle: Everyone wins! 5-9 p.m., every Wednesday and Sunday. Play & Eat Buffet: Guests earn 150 tier points every Monday or Tuesday to receive a free buffet to redeem Wednesday through 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. August promotions. 13th Anniversary Giveaway: Win a Mustang or up to $1,000 in JackPlay. Earn entries Aug. 1-31. Mustang drawing is 10 p.m., Aug. 31. Anniversary Treasures: Win gifts, points & more! Guaranteed with every play! Noon to 6 p.m., every Monday and Tuesday. 50+ Diamond Club: Every Wednesday. Entry Multiplier: 5X Chairman, 3X Platinum, 2X Gold. Enroll at a kiosk starting at noon. Saturday Gifts with 100 Points: Pick up exclusive gifts with 100 points. T-Shirt Giveaway: Earn 25 points for a free 13th Anniversary T-Shirt Aug 1-4. Free Anniversary Cake: Celebrate our anniversary with us from 4-7 p.m., Aug. 1-2. Kiosk Rewards Program: Turn your play into Rewards right at the kiosk. Now you can easily manage and redeem your points. Your points earn you slot play, food and cash. Rewards Club Benefits: Enchanted benefits, exclusive point multiplier and more! Manage your own rewards with our New Kiosk Rewards Program. Your Email Could Be Worth $100: Submit your email to the Rewards Club for a chance to win a share of $500!

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. $9.99 Thursday buffet with Rewards Club card. $26.99 Seafood Buffet from 4:30-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Price with Rewards Club card. Free Senior Dinner Buffet is every Wednesday for guests 50 years of age or older with 5 slot points earned the same day.

ELDORADO RESORT CASINO: 451 Clyde Fant Parkway, Shreveport. 877-602-0711. August Promotions. $95,000 Roads to Riches: Pulse racing performance. Play daily for your chance at cash and prizes! Simply earn 5 tier points to unlock that days game and win Reward Dollars and prizes including additional entries into the Finale Drawing! Grand finale is Sept. 28 when 20 lucky guests will win $500 cash while one lucky guest will drive home in a brand new 2019 Jaguar F-PACE SUV! $5,000 Let’s Get Digital Cash Drawings: We are going high-tech for this one! Simply ensure we have a valid email address on file for your ONE Club account by Aug. 27 to be eligible for this drawing! At noon on Aug. 30 we will notify 10 winners via email to claim their $500 cash prize in 14 days. $30,000 Big Deal: Keep the $750, or give in to temptation? That’s the risk you’ll take during Eldorado’s Big Deal Cash Giveaways! Play Aug. 25-30 for your chance to win $750 cash. Swipe your ONE Club card beginning at 5:00 p.m. to activate your entries. You’ll have 30 seconds to decide – keep the money or trade it for a briefcase worth up to $10,000. Either way, you’ll go home a winner! One name will be drawn every 15 minutes from 6:00 p.m. until midnight. Up to 25 players will take home cash! $25,000 ONE Club for ONE Year: We are celebrating ONE year with ONE Club! From 6-10 p.m. every Friday night, we’ll draw one winner from each card tier each hour! Up to 20 guests will take home a share of $5,000 each week.

HARRAH'S LOUISIANA DOWNS: 8000 E. Texas St., Bossier City. 742-5555. Must be 21 years of age or older. See your Caesars Rewards for details.

HORSESHOE BOSSIER CITY HOTEL AND CASINO: Southern Poker Open: The largest poker tournament to be played at Horseshoe Bossier City is Aug. 8-11. The Main Event is a $420 buy-in with a $200,000 guaranteed prize pool. Over the course of four days the Southern Poker Open will include $100 Buy-in Mega and Turbo satellites, five Main Event flights and a $160 Buy-in Tag Team Poker Tournament. With tournament entrants expected to be 800 plus, the Riverdome will be equipped with 28 tournament tables and include a Main Stage Final Table. 711 Horseshoe Blvd., Bossier City. 742-0711.

MARGARITAVILLE CASINO AND RESORT: 777 Margaritaville Way, Bossier City. 855-346-2489. www.margaritavillebossiercity.com. August Promotions. Continuity Game is every day with an island themed game with the appeal of more winners, more often. Play and Get - Mason Glass Bar Set: Available Mondays through Thursdays while supplies last. 2X Play Wednesday: Guest recieve two free game plays on Wednesdays only. $18K Mini Baccarat Progressive Giveaway: Aug. 1, 15, 29. Two names will be drawn every 30 minutes from 8-10 p.m. with prizes ranging from $200-$1,000 in promotional chips. $360K All American Giveaway: Aug. 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, 31. Five names will be drawn every 30 minutes from 8-11:30 p.m. to recieve $200 in free play or promotional chips and an entry ticket into the finale.

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