I ART/EXHIBITS

THROUGH AUG. 9: THE ART OF HAITI: Artspace will host the lifetime collection of Dr. Jean C. Brierre. 708 Texas St., Shreveport.

AUG. 6, 27: LIFE DRAW: Artspace hosting “Life Draw” from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. for more information, https://www.artspaceshreveport.com/programs

THROUGH AUG. 29: SHREVEPORT ART CLUB: The Louisiana State Exhibit Museum presents the 104 annual juried show for the Shreveport Art Club. Free and open to the public. For more information, laexhibitmuseum.org. 3015 Greenwood Road, Shreveport.

THROUGH AUG. 29: MUD MAVENS POTTERY: The Louisiana State Exhibit Museum presents Mud Mavens Pottery, with Mark Poole instructor. West Wing Gallery. Free and open to the public. For more information, laexhibitmuseum.org. 3015 Greenwood Road, Shreveport.

THROUGH SEPT. 24: “UNNATURAL NATURE”: The East Bank Gallery: “Unnatural Nature” by Nick Furlong, a local clay sculpture artist. Opening reception, Aug. 8 from 6-8 p.m. 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City.

THROUGH SEPT. 24: “CURIOUSER AND CURIOUSER”: The East Bank Gallery: “Curiouser & Curiouser” by Chang Liu. To be viewed in three different lightings. Opening Reception, Aug. 8 from 6-8 p.m. 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City.

AUG. 8 - 9: ARTIST TALK: The Shreveport Regional Arts Council (SRAC) presents the Residency Artist Talk, featuring Mardi Bryant at Central ArtStation at 6 p.m. Aug. 8 with Mosaic Mediation Workshop at 10 a.m. on Aug. 9. 801 Crockett St., Shreveport.

AUG. 13: ZHANGE EXHIBITION: The Shreveport Regional Arts Council (SRAC) presents the opening of the works of Moye Zhange at 5 p.m. 801 Crockett St., Shreveport.

AUG. 14: “BREW WITH KAREN LA BEAU”: The East Bank Gallery: Join Bossier Arts Council for a simple cup of coffee in East Bank Gallery and discuss avenues of artists' support in Bossier City with Karen La Beau. 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Free and open to the public. 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City.

AUG. 22: CANO EXHIBITION: The Shreveport Regional Arts Council (SRAC) presents the opening of the works of Edgar Cano at 5 p.m. 801 Crockett St., Shreveport.

AUG. 28 - NOV. 23: “NEW ORLEANS IN ART”: The R.W. Norton announces “New Orleans in Art: A Love Letter from the Cresent City!” This vibrant show features the work of 50 artists with each one sharing their personal love of New Orleans. Opening reception, Aug. 28 from 5-7 p.m. 4747 Creswell Ave., Shreveport.

I BARS/NIGHTLIFE

2JOHNS STEAK & SEAFOOD: Live music. Tuesday-Saturday, and for Friday lunch from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.; featuring local artists such as Winston Hall, Seth Bradford, Drew Ley and Toni Mundy, The Lovers, Jimmy Wooten and Haley Brooke. Call for weekly schedule. 2151 Airline Drive, Bossier City. 318-841-5646.

1931 LOUNGE HORSESHOE CASINO: Live music, 8 p.m. - 12 a.m. Karaoke on Thursdays, 7-11 p.m. with DJ Shane Pons. 5315 S. Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport. 318-635-8186.

AMERICAN LEGION POST 14: Live music. Canteen hours: Tues., Wed. and Thurs. from 4-10 p.m., Fri. and Sat. 12 p.m. - 10 p.m., Sun. 12 p.m. - 6 p.m. Every Thurs., Ladies' night. Music Bingo every Sun. at 2 p.m. 5315 S. Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport. 318-635-8186.

BAYOU THUNDER: Live music. 1910 Market St., Shreveport. 318-848-7732.

BEAUXJAX CRAFTHOUSE: Live music. 501 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. 318-584-7169.

CASA CANTINA: Live music. 6535 Youree Drive #401, Shreveport. 318-828-2441.

CASA JIMADOR: Live music. 4801 Line Ave., Ste. 14, Shreveport. 318-754-3885.

CELEBRITY LOUNGE BALLY’S CASINO: DJs Friday and Saturday nights with $10 cover. 451 Clyde Fant Pkwy., Shreveport.

CHIANTI: Dorsey Summerfield Jr., 7-10 p.m., Friday and Saturday in the Green Room. 6535 Line Ave., Shreveport. 868-8866.

ERNEST’S ORLEANS: Live music. 1601 N. Spring St., Shreveport. 318-226-1325.

FLAMES MEDITERRANEAN RESTAURANT: Live music 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. 436 Ashley Ridge Blvd., Shreveport. 318-606-5380.

FLYING HEART BREWING AND PUB: Live music every Thurs. at 7 p.m. in beer garden: 700 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. 318-584-7039.

FRANK’S PIZZA NAPOLETANA: Live music Monday & Saturday – Frank’s Live. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday night shows – Frank’s Pizza from 6 - 9 p.m. 6950 Fern Ave., Shreveport. 318-230-7130.

FROZEN PIROGUE: Live music 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. Aug. 6, Clay Logan; Aug. 7, Trophy Husband; Aug. 12, Jase Bryant; Aug. 13, Seth Bradford; Aug. 19, Haley Brooke; Aug. 20, Jimmy Wooten; 515 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. 318-459-6672.

GREAT RAFT BREWING: Live music every Fri., from 5-8 p.m; First Tues. of month, “Bring Your Own Craft Night“ from 4-9 p.m.; Wed., Know-It-All Trivia at 6:30. 1251 Dalzell St., Shreveport. 318-734-9881.

HURRICANE ALLEY: Live music, 7 - 11 p.m. Aug. 8, Message from Mercury w/Jester Band; Aug. 9, Animals Maroon 5; Aug. 14, Rewind; Aug. 15, Darrin Morris; Aug. 16, Black Bird Mafia; Aug. 21, Identity Crisis; Aug. 22, Jennifer Janét; Aug. 23, The Chris Cornell Experience w/16stone (Bush Tribute). Aug. 26, Heather Lynn and The Deacons; 500 Ogilvie St., Bossier City.

KI’ MEXICO: Live music. 3839 Gilbert Drive, Shreveport. 318-861-5941.

LIVE! CASINO-HOTEL: Live music. Prime Rib: Aug. 6-9, Haley Brooke; Aug. 13-16, Brandon Parker; R Bar: Aug. 7, Seth Bradford; Aug. 8-9, Selfish; Aug. 10, Dorsey Summerfield; Aug. 14, Stefanie Jackson; Aug. 1-16, The Lovers. PBR Cowboy Bar: Aug. 8-9, Slurred Words; Aug. 15-16, Ty Smith Band. Sports/Social: Aug. 8, Destiny & The Groove Kings; Aug. 15, Loosey Anna. Live! Event Center: For more information, Louisiana.livecasinohotel.com. 711 Live Casino Blvd., Bossier City.

LOUISIANA DOWNS: Live music. Starts at 6 p.m. 8000 E. Texas St., Bossier City. 318-742-5555.

MARGARITAVILE RESORT CASINO: Live music. 777 Margaritaville Way, Bossier City. 1-888-743-6021.

NICKY’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT: Live music. 2701 Viking Drive, Bossier City. 318-747-2332.

NOBLE SAVAGE: Live music. Every Wednesday night playing memories and the blues, 8 p.m. 417 Texas St., Shreveport. 318-828-2619.

SAM’S TOWN LIVE: Live music from 7 p.m. - midnight (free entertainment) and After Work Thursdays with DJ ELaw from 6-10 p.m. 315 Clyde Fant Pkwy., Shreveport. 318-424-7777.

SUPERIOR’S STEAKHOUSE: Live piano music. Superior Steakhouse piano players Mon. through Thurs. 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Mon., Wed., Fri., Alan Dyson. Tues., Daniel Ley. Thurs. 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., Alan Dyson. Fri. and Sat., 6 to 10 p.m. Fri., London Todd. Sat., Daniel Ley Duo, 7 to 11 p.m. Sun. “Brunch,” London Todd, 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Note: First Wed. every month is London Todd. 855 Pierremont Road, No. 120, Shreveport. 318-219-4123.

THE CUB LOUNGE AND GRILLE: Live music. 3002 Girard St., Shreveport. 318-861-6517.

THE MARKET RESTAURANT: Live music. 10539 Norris Ferry Road, Shreveport. 318-797-4375.

THE SEVENTH TAP BREWING PROJECT: Live music from 7-9 p.m. 2640 Linwood Ave., Shreveport, La. 318-754-4471.

TIKI BAR AND GRILL: Live music from 6-9 p.m. Monday Night Blues; Every Friday, Comedy Night. Aug. 6, Songwriter Night w/David Deaton; Aug. 8, Open Mic Comedy; Aug. 9, Sunburst; Aug. 13, Open Mic w/Ben & Dexter; Aug. 14, Lions In The Sand; Aug. 15, Open Mic Comedy; Aug. 16, Sauce; Aug. 20, Midweek Metal w/Machete Eddy, Aug. 21, Barksdale Bubble; Aug. 22, Comedy Showcase; Aug. 23, Old Skool; Aug. 27, DD4; Aug. 28, Suite Harmony; Aug. 29, Open Mic Comedy; Aug. 30, Full Circle. 2640 Linwood Ave., Shreveport. 318-754-4471.

WEST END THROTTLE BAR: Live music. 1869 Texas Ave., Shreveport. 318-670-7078

WHAT’S ON TAP: Live music. Every Thurs., Christopher Gates, 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. Karaoke every Fri. and Sat. 8 p.m. - midnight. 1207 Shreveport-Barksdale Hwy., Shreveport. 318-869-2422.

I MUSIC

AUG. 15: EXILE BAND OFFICIAL: Live at Fondren’s Classic Cars and Guitars. Sharing 60 years of music and stories. Tickets at events.outhousetickets.com. 2915 Youree Drive, Shreveport.

I ONGOING

FIRST SATURDAYS: SHREVEPORT WRITERS CLUB: Every first Saturday of the month, except holidays from 10 - noon. Open to the public. If you are looking for help, just beginning to write, or a seasoned writer with experience to share, this is the place. Friendly and open-minded, we welcome writers of all genres, from poets to novelists, script-writers to travel writers.The Highland Center, Conference Room A. 520 Olive St. Shreveport. Park in the back lot and use the back door. For more information, https://shreveportwritersclub.com/ or contact us at shreportwritersclub@gmail.com.

SATURDAYS: BOSSIER CITY FARMERS' MARKET: The market has a wealth of local fresh veggies and fruits, food trucks, jams, salsa, honey, soap, candles, baked goods, jellies, pickles, tamales, flowers, kettle corn, funnel cakes, BBQ, coffee, Venezuelan cuisine, Cuban food and much more. 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Free admission and free parking. Vendors visit www.BossierCityFarmersMarket.com. 2950 E. Texas St. on south side of Pierre Bossier Mall.

SECOND SATURDAYS: CADDO COMMON PARK: The Shreveport Regional Arts Council presents: Aug. 9, Art Explosion Summer Festival from 11 a.m. - 2 p..m. 869 Texas Ave., Shreveport.

THIRD THURSDAYS: NLA WOODCARVERS ASSOCIATION: The North Louisiana Woodcarvers Association meets the third Thursday of the month at the Bossier Arts Council. Carving and fellowship at 5:30 p.m. For more information, 440-714-1960. 630 Barksdale Blvd, Bossier City. ART GLASS CLASSES: Ed’s Emporium announces classes: Basic Stained Glass 101: six nights, Thurs. starting Sept./Oct. 9/4 or four days, Saturdays starting Sept./Oct. 9/13. Introduction to Glass Fusion: three classes every other Sat.: July/Aug. July 26. Introduction to Mosaics: four classes every other Saturday beginning: July/Aug. July 26. Wed.-Sat. 10-3 p.m. daily, booking recommended. Call 318-742-6555 or www.edsemporium.com for more classes and information.

SHREVEPORT FARMERS' MARKET VENDOR APPLICATION: Red River Revel Inc. announces that the 39th summer season Farmers' Market vendor applications are now available. The market will be open through Aug. 23. For more information, contact Manager Emerie Eck Hotzclaw at farmersmarket@redriverrevel.com or 318-424-4000 and request a vendor's application. 2200 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City.

ALZHEIMER’S AND DEMENTIA RESOURCE CENTER: Monthly educational mini-workshops for caregivers of those with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Local experts present topics related to Alzheimer’s and dementia in a one-hour session. First Wednesday 11 a.m. - noon at The Resource Center, 851 Olive St., Shreveport. First Saturday at 11 a.m. at Broadmoor Presbyterian Church, 1915 Grover Place, Shreveport.

AMERICAN ROSE CENTER: The 51st blooming season of the nation’s largest park dedicated to roses opens its visitors' center with over 6,000 planted roses and an additional 5,000 trees and flowering species. New seasonal hours: Wed. - Fri. from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sat.-Sun. from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Admission: $5 per person or $10 per family. Peak bloom expected from mid-April and mid-May. 8877 Jefferson Paige Road, Shreveport.

GLASS-BLOWING WORKSHOPS: Come individually or bring a group and create your own original piece of art. From pumpkins to flowers and beyond, the experience is a good time with a dazzling reward at the end. Hours: Thurs., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Friday, noon to 5 p.m.; Sat., 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; and Sunday, noon-6 p.m. Call 504-390-4377. Sanctuary Glass Studio, 421 Lake St., Shreveport. studio-sanctuaryglassstudio.com.

CREATE YOUR OWN GLASS ART-CRAFT: Choose from 25+ options like glassware, bowls, vases and sculptures. Book solo or with a group for workshops Wednesday through Saturday. Schedule your appointment at highgravityglassworks.com or call 318-582-1424. High Gravity Glassworks. 1120 Texas Ave., Shreveport.

I SPECIAL EVENTS

AUGUST - OCT. 19: UPCOMING PRIZE EVENTS: Prize Foundation events: early August, Top 20 announcement; Aug. 22-24, final; Oct. 15-19, Prize Fest. For more information, www.prizefest.com.

AUG. 6 - SEPT. 27: MUNICIPAL UPCOMING: The Shreveport Municipal Auditorium presents: Aug. 6, Brit Floyd; Aug. 29, Sir Charles Farewell Show at 8 p.m.; Sept. 4, LeeAnn Morgan, Just Getting Started Tour; Sept. 12, Hudson Westbrook; Sept. 27, Braxton Keith. For more information or tickets, go to shreveportmunicipalauditorium.com or call, 318-841-4195. 705 Grand Ave., Shreveport.

AUG. 8: BINGO ON THE BAYOU: The Shreveport Convention Center will host the Catholic Charities of North Louisiana’s “Bingo on the Bayou” from 6 - 9 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Purchase tickets at https://ccnla.org/

AUG. 9: ARK-LA-TEX GENEALOGICAL ASSOCIATION MONTHLY MEETING: The guest speaker is Kelvin Meyers, forensic genealogist and lecturer. “Scallywags, Rogues and Ruffs: All Those Ancestors We Don’t Talk About.” Registration fee $45. 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. For more information, call 318-746-1851 or visit www.altgenealogy.com. University Center, LSUS campus. One University Place, Shreveport.

AUG. 12: BOSSIER PARISH HISTORY CENTER: The Bossier Parish Library presents “World War Tuesday” with “Camp Ruston: A World War II POW Camp” with guest speaker Wesley Harris. For more information, call 318-746-7717. 7205 Hutchison Drive, Bossier City.

AUG. 13 - 26: ROBINSON FILM CENTER: Events: Aug. 13, Wine Tasting at 6 p.m.; Aug. 14, RFC Trivia at 6:30 p.m.; Aug. 15, “House Party” at 6 p.m.; Aug. 17, “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang” at 4 p.m.; Aug. 19, “Some Like It Hot” at 10:30 a.m.; Aug. 26, “Dirty Dancing” at 6 p.m. For more information, call 318-459-4122. 617 Texas St., Shreveport.

AUG. 19: BOSSIER PARISH LIBRARIES HISTORY CENTER: Bossier Parish Libraries History Center is hosting an author talk with Brad Dison, author of "The Trap: The Untold Story of Sheriff Henderson Jordan and the Final Pursuit of Bonnie and Clyde." Family friendly. Book signing. Free and open to the public. For more information, 318-746-7717. 7204 Hutchison Drive, Bossier City.

SEPT. 20: BUNCO BASH: The Renzi Education and Art Center present the 16th Annual Bunco Bash and Silent Auction at Bally’s Shreveport Casino and Hotel from 6 - 10 p.m. For more information, www.renzicenter.org. or call 318-222-1414.

AUG. 22-24: GEEK’D CON X: The Shreveport Convention Center will host the 10th anniversary of Geek’d Con. For more information and tickets, https://geekdcon.ticketspice.com/geekd-con-x-2025

SEPT. 13: BROOKSHIRE GROCERY ARENA: Live shows: Sept. 13, Lainey Wilson’s Whirlwind Tour. For more information and tickets, www.brookshiregroceryarena.com.

SEPT. 13: ARK-LA-TEX GENEALOGICAL ASSOCIATION MONTHLY MEETING: The program is “Genealogy/History Show and Tell.” Members and guests are invited to bring your favorite family heirloom, keepsake or memorabilia. Open and free to the public. For more information, call 318-746-1851 or visit www.altgenealogy.com. University Center, LSUS campus. One University Place, Shreveport.

SEPT. 27: RENEST FEST 2025: Renesting Project is hosting at Live! Casino in Bossier City. A high-energy evening of food, fun and fundraising with this year’s theme bringing all the disco energy. Help families from crisis by reserving a table or ticket at RenestFest.GiveSmart.com. Live and silent auction, dancing and live music. 6-10 p.m. Live Casino Blvd., Bossier City.

I THEATER

AUG. 29-31: “THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR”: In partnership with The Company Repertory Theatre, the Bossier Arts Council presents Shakespeare’s raucous Elizabethan comedy. East Bank Theatre. Aug. 29 and 30 from 7-9 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 31, from 2-4 p.m. Tickets available online for $25. For more information, www.Bossierarts.org. 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Brit Floyd, a Pink Floyd experience, will perform at the Shreveport Municipal Auditorium on Aug. 6.

MUSIC

Exile will be performing live at Fondren's Classic Cars and Guitars on Aug. 15.

ART/EXHIBIT

The R.W. Norton will open a new exhibit featuring a collection of work dedicated to New Orleans on Aug. 28.

ART/EXHIBITS

"Curiouser and Curiouser" by Chang Liu will debut Aug. 8 at the East Bank Gallery and be on display through Sept. 24. "Unnatural Nature" by Nick Ferlong will also premiere.

SPECIAL EVENT

Laugh to the antics of "House Party" Aug. 15 at 6 p.m.

BARS/NIGHTLIFE

The Lovers will be in the R Bar through Aug. 16 at Live! Casino-Hotel.

ART/EXHIBIT

The Art of Haiti features the lifetime collection of Dr. Jean C. Brierre at Artspace through Aug. 9.