ENTERTAINMENT/FUN/THEATER/DANCE/MUSIC/CASINOS

| ART/EXHIBITS SEPT. 23: “FORCES OF NATURE SERIES” ARTIST RECEPTION, Rainforest Art Foundation Executive Director Stephanie Lusk will speak to to residents of The Glen Retirement System about the origin of the exhibit. Free. 2 p.m. The Glen Retirement System, 403 E. Flournoy Lucas Road, Shreveport. Call 798-3500.

THROUGH SEPT. 24: “NEITHER CREATED NOR DESTROYED,” This new series of paintings by Ann Gilloon is an interpretation of the beauty in our connections, our linkage with the world around us and the energy that will pass from these seemingly disconnected things. Agora Borealis, 421 Lake St., Shreveport. Visit www.anngilloon.com or call 268-3011.

THROUGH SEPT. 30: EMERGING ARTIST GALLERY ALY CRAWFORD, works from this local artist who uses her connection with Jesus and her spirituality to guide her paintings. Bossier Arts Council, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Call 741-8310 or visit www.bossierarts.org.

THROUGH SEPT. 30: BRYAN DAUPHIN AND LISA GIBLIN EXHIBIT, the Bossier Arts Council presents these two Louisiana artists with an opening reception from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Bossier Arts Council, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Call 741-8310 or visit www.bossierarts.org.

THROUGH SEPT. 30: “CENTENARY IN PARIS: A MONUMENTAL EXPERIENCE,” celebrates Centenary’s innovative immersive curriculum. This exhibition features work created by incoming students, as well as monumental original art designed by Professor Bruce Allen, to celebrate the Class of 2020 and a college classroom like no other. Free. The Meadows Museum of Art, Centenary College of Louisiana, 2911 Centenary Blvd., Shreveport. Mondays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Thursdays from 12 to 4 p.m., Fridays from 10 a.m. to noon, and Sundays from noon to 4 p.m. Call 869-5040 or visit www.centenary.edu/meadows.

THROUGH SEPT. 30: “THE COURT OF KING SKEBAL,” a collaboration by Bossier City multi-disciplinary artist Steve Zihlavsky and Shreveport musician and filmmaker Michael Futreal. Zihlavsky wields his scrap-work creativity to open an imaginary world full of alien creatures and environments, accompanied by an original musical score and soundscape, produced with Futreal’s own hand-built electric and acoustic instruments. A reception for the artists is from 5:30 to 7 p.m., Sept. 10. Free. The Meadows Museum of Art, Centenary College of Louisiana, 2911 Centenary Blvd., Shreveport. Mondays from 9 a.m.to 4 p.m., Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Thursdays from noon to 4 p.m., Fridays from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., and Sundays from noon to 4 p.m. Call 869-5040 or visit www. centenary.edu/meadows.

THROUGH SEPT. 30: “ELECTION HUMOURS,” showcases a print series by 18th-century British artist William Hogarth, who pioneered political cartooning and sequential narrative art in Europe. In conjunction with the exhibition, Dr. Mark Leeper will give a related lecture, “Are They Still Hitting the Spot? An Historical Glance at the Use and Effectiveness of Political Ads in Presidential Campaigns,” from 6-7 p.m. Oct. 12, discussing the origins and use of television advertising by presidential candidates, from Eisenhower to Clinton and Trump. The Meadows Museum of Art, Centenary College of Louisiana, 2911 Centenary Blvd., Shreveport. Mondays from 9 a.m.to 4 p.m., Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Thursdays from 12 to 4 p.m., Fridays from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., and Sundays from 12 to 4 p.m. Call 869-5040 or visit www. centenary.edu/meadows.

SEPT. 1-30: DIGIART SHOW, the Bossier Arts Council showcases digital artwork from local professionals and students. By providing a platform to publicly display works created with advanced digital tools and programs. Bossier Arts Council, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City.

SEPT. 11: H.O.S.T.S. ART TOUR, visit different studios in the Highland neighborhood to this self-guided tour. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Contact Su Stella for maps and information at HostsSundays@gmail.com.

OCT. 21: AMAZING FLOWERS OPENING RECEPTION, The Rainforest Art Foundation is bringing this traveling exhibition from its New York City location to Shreveport that features flowers from various artists. Show will be on display through Dec. 9. Free with suggested $10 donation. 5-7 p.m. 710 Travis St., Shreveport. Call 717-9111 or visit www.rainforestartfoundation.org.

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. Bossier Arts Council Annex, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City.

THROUGH NOV. 12: THE ART OF SHAWN BARBER, Shawn Barber is a nationally recognized painter and photographer who studies the tattoo as an art form. This exhibit will include participation by area tattoo artists, demonstrations, school tours and an artist’s talk. artspace, 710 Texas St. http://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. 2151 Airline Drive, Bossier City.

AGAVE: Happy hour every day 5-7 p.m.; two-for-one well, wine and draft. All shows are 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. Red Thread, Sept. 16, 17; Caravan, Sept. 23, 24. DiamondJacks Casino & Resort.

AURA ULTRA LOUNGE: 205 Texas St., Shreveport. 272-1643 6 p.m. to 4 a.m. Rebirth Brass Band, $20, 10 p.m. Sept. 16.

BABY HUEY’S ON THE BAYOU: You Can Be a Star Karaoke, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Fridays. 1709 Sligo Road, Bossier City. 752-9465.

BEARS ON FAIRFIELD: Dance Monkey Dance Live, Sept. 14 ; Smoke City Band Toga Party, Sept. 16; The Hollow Decks 90s Party, Sept. 17; Skeleton Key, Sept. 24; Hwy Lions with Astro Motel, Oct. 14; Castle Jackson Halloween 2016, Oct. 29. 1401 Fairfield Ave., Shreveport 272-1643.

BON TEMPS COFFEE BAR: 450 Clyde Fant Memorial Parkway, Ste. 700, Shreveport. 734-9766. Every Thursday from 7-10 p.m. is Thursday Night Vibes with local singers, songwriters, musicians and performers as they display their talents. Every Friday is Game Night from 7 p.m. to midnight. Every Saturday night is Poetry Nights from 7-10 p.m.

THE BRASS MONKEY: 3104 Youree Drive, Shreveport. 754- 4231. Shows start at 9 p.m.

CELEBRITY LOUNGE: Alter Ego, Sept. 14; Encore, Sept. 15; Tragikly White, Sept. 16; DJ Dynamix, Sept. 17; NFL Crunch Time, Sept. 18; Line dancing with Vicky Bean and Tildon Gillum Band, Sept. 20; The Mix, Sept. 21; Live Karaoke with Safira, Sept. 22; Vegas Stars, Sept. 23; Brofessionals, Sept. 24; NFL Crunch Time, Sept 25; Line dancing with Vicky Bean and Zebb Rogers, Sept. 27; What the Funk, Sept. 28; Gillis Silo, Sept. 29; and Fact or Fiction, Sept. 20. Live music Tuesday through Saturday. 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, Fridays; Floyd Grigsby and the 5GK Band, Saturdays. 118 Texas St., Shreveport. 221-0490.

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

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

FROG’S BREATH SALOON: You Can Be a Star Karaoke, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Wednesday through Saturday. 1984 Airline Drive, Bossier City.

FLYING HEART BREWING: Housed in a historic building that was once home to Bossier City’s Fire House No. 6, the tasting room is open 5:30-9:30 p.m. for karaoke and 4-9 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Tours are available at 3:30 p.m. Tours cost $5 and include a pint at the end of the tour. Guests must be 21 or older. Spooky Speakeasy, 6 to 10 p.m., Oct. 29 with costume contest, live band, tarot card reader, and Ono’s Hawaiian food truck. Free and $1 from every beer goes to support LogJam Stage Company. 700 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City.

GREAT RAFT BREWING: Open every Wednesday through Friday from 4-9 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. Saturday. 1251 Dalzell, Shreveport.

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. Blues Jam every Monday night, Kandu, Sept. 2, 16, 30; Jess & Chuck, Sept. 3; Betty Lewis & The Executives, Sept. 9, 23; Jason Sepulvado, Sept. 10, 17; Chuck Kesilman, Sept. 24. 639 E. Kings Highway, Shreveport. 861-2151.

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

NICKY’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT: 6:30-10 p.m., Thursdays, Wayne’s FM Karaoke. 1400 Airline Drive, Bossier City.

NOBLE SAVAGE: Open 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. Dirty Redd’s Jam Session featuring area artists playing all- around good music every Thursday from 8 p.m. to midnight. David Deaton, 8-10 p.m., Sept. 14; Haley, 9-11 p.m., Sept. 15; Pocket Change, 10 p.m. to 1 a.m., Sept. 17; Ramer and Gentry, 8 to 10 p.m., Sept. 20; Amelia Blake, 8-10 p.m., Sept. 21; Bryan & Cathy, 9-11 p.m., Sept. 23; Easy Money, 10 p.m. to 1 a.m., Sept. 24; Monty, 8-10 p.m., Sept. 27; Dan Garner, 8-10 p.m., Sept. 28; King of Pleasure, 9-11 p.m., Sept. 30. 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.

| MUSIC / COMEDY Wayne Brady brings the funny to Margaritaville on September 24.

PARADISE THEATER, 777 Margaritaville Way, Bossier City. 855-346-2489. Wayne Brady, 8 p.m. Sept. 24 Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets: $40, $50, $60. Bee Gees Gold, Sept. 30, show starts at 8 p.m. Sept. 30, general admission tickets $10.

RIVERDOME: 711 Horseshoe Blvd., Bossier City, LA 71111.

SAM’S TOWN LIVE ENTERTAINMENT: 315 Clyde Fant Pkwy., Shreveport. 877-429-0711. Kat Herrin Band, 7 to 11 p.m., Sept. 1; Ambush, 6 to 9:30 p.m., Sept. 2, 3; 2 Hipnotic, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m., Sept. 2, 3; 7 to 11 p.m., Sept. 4; Johnny Riley, 7 to 11 p.m., Sept. 8; The Boomers, 6 to 9:30 p.m., Sept. 9, 10; Side FX, 10 to 2 a.m., Sept. 9, 10; Mayday by Midnight, 7 to 11 p.m., Sept. 15, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m., Sept. 16, 17; What the Funk, 6 to 9:30 p.m., Sept. 16, 17; Time Machine, 7 to 11 p.m., Sept. 22, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m., Sept. 23, 24; Front Cover, 6 to 9:30 p.m., Sept. 23, 24; Professor Pork Chop and the Dishes, 7 to 11 p.m., Sept. 29; Wizards of Voz, 6 to 9:30 p.m., Sept. 30, Oct. 1; Pamela Ward, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m., Sept. 30, Oct. 1.

TIKI BAR: Max Drab, 9:30 p.m., Sept. 17; Bucket List, 6:30 p.m., Sept. 21; Suite Harmony, 6:30 p.m., Sept. 22; Highway Lions, 9:30 p.m., Sept. 24. 639 E. Kings Highway, Shreveport. 868-6355.

TREJOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT: Wayne’s FM Karaoke, 6-10 p.m. Fridays. 5795 N. Market, Shreveport. 929-0299.

THE STAGE AT SILVER STAR: Live entertainment. Gates open at 7 p.m. unless stated otherwise. 1201 Dixie Overland Road, Bossier City. 752-3633.Marc Broussard, Oct. 28. Tickets available at www.ticketmaster.com.

SUPERIOR’S STEAKHOUSE: 6-10 p.m. Kenny Bill Stinson on Wednesdays and Fridays; Haley Brooke on Thursdays; Nathaniel Hooten on Saturdays. 855 Pierremont Road No. 120, Shreveport. 219-4123.

SUPERIOR GRILL: Live music. The Caravan, Sept. 14; Ziffel Brothers, Sept. 15; Pocket Change, Sept. 16; Christina Langston Band, Sept. 17; Jimmy Wooten Band, Sept. 21, 28; Keith Horton Band, Sept. 22; Leanne Bridges Band, Sept. 23; Morgan Smith Band, Sept. 24; The Classified, Sept. 29; Robert Duncan Band, Sept. 30. 6123 Line Ave., Shreveport. 869-3243.

WHAT’S ON TAP: Happy hour daily 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Showing college football on 15 different TVs and 33 beers on tap. 1207 Shreveport-Barksdale Highway, Shreveport 869-2422.

WHAT’S ON TAP II: Happy hour daily 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Serving food and showing college football on 18 different TVs 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. Spin Off, Sept. 14; Tildon Gillum Band, Sept. 16; Relentless, Sept. 17; River City Kings, Sept. 22; Identity Crisis, Sept. 23; Red Thread, Sept. 24; Austin Gilliam, Sept. 28; Bayou Boogie Band, Sept. 29; Culverhouse, Sept. 30. Horseshoe Casino, 711 Horseshoe Blvd., Bossier City, LA 71111.

| MUSIC/COMEDY SEPT. 2: THE CLASSIC ROCK EXPERIENCE, one of America’s premier rock n’ roll shows performing ’70s classics. $10. 8 p.m. Legends Theatre inside DiamondJacks Casino & Hotel, 711 Diamondjacks Blvd., Bossier City. 678-7777

SEPT. 9: THE NITTY GRITTY DIRT BAND, multi-platinum recording artists visit Shreveport on their 50th anniversary tour. $52.50, $42.50. 8 p.m. The Strand Theatre, 619 Louisiana Ave., Shreveport.www.thestrandtheatre.com.

SEPT. 20: NEEDTOBREATHE, This American Christian rock band is coming to the Shreveport Municipal Memorial Auditorium with special guests Mat Kearney, John Mark McMillan and Welshly Arms. $49.50, $39.50, $29.50. Reserved seating. 7 p.m. Shreveport Municipal Memorial Auditorium, 705 Elvis Presley Blvd., Shreveport. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster outlets. Call 841-4000.

SEPT. 23: MUSIC OF THE NIGHT, this seated dinner fundraiser for The Alta and John Franks Foundation Shreveport Opera Xpress education and outreach will feature performers with some of the greatest musical theater and operatic favorites of all time. $80. 6:30 p.m. East Ridge Country Club, 1000 Stewart Drive, Shreveport. Visit www.shreveportopera.org or call 227-9503.

SEPT. 23: 3 DOORS DOWN, This multi-platinum rock alternative band will hit the stage. $65, $55 and $35. 8 p.m. Shreveport Municipal Memorial Auditorium, 705 Elvis Presley Blvd, Shreveport. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster outlets. Call 841-4000.

SEPT. 24: WAYNE BRADY, entertainer, musician, comedian and former talk show host will hit the stage at Paradise Theater.

Tickets start at $40 via Ticketmaster.

Margaritaville Resort Casino, 777 Margaritaville Way, Bossier City. Call 698-7177.

SEPT. 24: RODNEY ATKINS, American country artist best known for songs like “It’s America,” “Farmers Daughter,” and “Take A Back Road.” $25. 8 p.m. Legends Theatre in DiamondJacks Casino and Hotel, 711 Diamond Jacks Blvd., Bossier City. Visit www.diamondjacks.com.

SEPT. 25: FALL CHORAL POTPOURRI, The Scottish Rite Chorale performs pop, Broadway, gospel, inspiration, patriotic and sacred songs at this debut concert. Free, donations accepted. 3 p.m. The Scottish Rite Cathedral, 752 Cotton, Shreveport.

SEPT. 30: I LOVE THE ’90S, This throwback tour featuring Vanilla Ice, Salt N Peppa, All 4 One, Tone Loc, Coolio and Rob Base is coming to the CenturyLink Center, 2000 CenturyLink Drive, Bossier City. www.ticketmaster.com. Call 747-2501.

OCT. 12: OCTONAUTS, This action-packed and interactive theater features brand new and fan favorite songs. $48.50, $38.50 and $28.50. Reserved seating. 6 p.m. Shreveport Municipal Memorial Auditorium, 705 Elvis Presley Blvd., Shreveport. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster outlets. Call 841-4000.

OCT. 15: KEITH SWEAT, with special guest H-Town and Bobby V. $153, $63, $53. Reserved seating. Doors open 7 p.m.; show 8 p.m. Shreveport Municipal Memorial Auditorium, 705 Elvis Presley Blvd., Shreveport. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster outlets. Call 841-4000.

OCT. 16: ZZ TOP, American rock band is coming to Shreveport. $79. $69, $59, $49. Reserved seating. Doors open 7 p.m.; show 8 p.m. Municipal Auditorium, 705 Elvis Presley Blvd., Shreveport. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster outlets. Call 841-4000.

OCT. 21: LEGENDS OF SOUTHERN HIP HOP, featuring Mystikal, Juvenile, 8 Ball & MJG, Trick Daddy, Bub B and Paster Troy. $55-$75. 7 p.m. CenturyLink Center, 2000 CenturyLink Center Drive, Bossier City. www.ticketmaster.com. Call 747-2501.

OCT. 25: BOB DYLAN AND HIS BAND, legendary folk singer, Bob Dylan is coming to Shreveport. 8 p.m. Municipal Auditorium, 705 Elvis Presley Blvd., Shreveport. www.ticketmaster.com.

OCT. 29: GAITHER VOCAL BAND, featuring Bill Gaither, Wes Hampton, David Phelps, Adam Bracc, Todd Suttles and other special guests. $28, $38, $72. Reserved seating. Doors open at 5 p.m.; show time 6 p.m. Municipal Auditorium, 705 Elvis Presley Blvd., Shreveport. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster outlets. Call 841-4000.

ONGOING: SHREVEPORT HOUSE CONCERT SERIES: Shows begin at 7 p.m. 1508 Fairfield Ave., Shreveport. 670-3567. Go to www.shreveporthouseconcerts.org.

| THEATER SEPT. 15-18, 23-25: “THE BUTLER DID IT!” Shreveport Little Theatre opens the 95th season with their production of Tim Kelly’s hilarious comedy-mystery directed by Mike Martindale. $18 for seniors, students and active military; $20 for adults. 7:30 p.m.; 2 p.m. for Sunday performances. Shreveport Little Theatre, 812 Margaret Place, Shreveport. Visit www.shreveportlittletheatre.com. Call 424-4439.

SEPT. 16-18, 23-24: “STEEL MAGNOLIAS,” follows the lives of six indomitable Southern women as they share their personal triumphs, tragedies, beauty tips, recipes and more than the occasional piece of scandalous gossip in Truvy’s beauty shop in Chinquapin, Louisiana. $20 adults/seniors; $15 students. 7:30 p.m., Sept. 16, 17, 23, 24; 3 p.m., Sept. 18; 2 p.m. Sept. 24. East Bank Theater, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Call 218-9978 or e-mail stagecenterla@gmail.com.

SEPT. 17: “A CHRISTMAS STORY” STAGE CENTER AUDITIONS, for children 6 to 12. Children will be taught short dance combination and song from the show. Free. 11 a.m. Stage Center Studios at the Highland Center, 520 Olive St., Ste. A-01, Shreveport. Call 218-9978.

SEPT. 25-26: “IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY” AUDITIONS, Those auditioning should enter through SLT’s Stage Door off the alley, and bring a resume’ and headshot, if available. Veteran and inexperienced actors of all ages and ethnicities are encouraged to audition. $20 deposit per script. 7 p.m. Shreveport Little Theatre, 812 Margaret Place, Shreveport. Call 424-4439.

OCT. 2: STAGE CENTER GENERAL AUDITIONS, Seeking actors for two plays, “The 39 Steps” and “Peter and the Starcatchers.” Actors ages 16 and older asked to read sides from the appropriate script. 2 p.m. Stage Center Studios at the Highland Center, 520 Olive St., Ste. A-01, Shreveport. Call 218-9978.

OCT. 7: NEIL SIMON FESTIVAL’S “DRIVING MISS DAISY,” A warm-hearted, humorous and affecting study of the unlikely relationship between an aging, crotchety white Southern lady, and a proud, soft-spoken black man. Starring Charlene Tilton of “Dallas” TV fame and Clarence Gilyard of “Walker, Texas Ranger.” $55.50, $45.50, $35.50. 8 p.m. The Strand, 619 Louisiana Ave., Shreveport. Call 226-8555 or visit www.thestrandtheatre.com.

OCT: 23: STAGE CENTER GENERAL AUDITIONS, seeking actor/singer/dancers for “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” and “American Idiot.” Performers 15 and older will learn dance combination and may be asked to sing. 2 p.m. Stage Center Studios at the Highland Center, 520 Olive St., Ste. A-01, Shreveport. Call 218-9978.

NOV. 18: LIVE AND LET DIE, a symphonic tribute to the music of Paul McCartney. $39.50 $32.50 $20.50. 8 p.m. The Strand, 619 Louisiana Ave., Shreveport. Call 226-8555 or visit www. thestrandtheatre.com.

| SPECIAL EVENTS THROUGH DEC. 17: BOSSIER CITY FARMERS’

MARKET, Pierre Bossier Mall parking lot, with more than 200 vendors that includes farmers with fresh fruits and vegetables, makers, hobbyists, baked goods, entrepreneurs, crafters, artists, restaurants, food trucks with Louisiana cooking and much more. The family-friendly event is free, open to the public from 9 a.m. to 2p.m. and has ample convenient parking located in the south parking lot of Pierre Bossier Mall, 2950 E. Texas St., Bossier City. Visit www. bossiercityfarmersmarket.com

THROUGH SEPT. 15: PACE 8TH NORTH LOUISIANA GAY & LESBIAN FILM FESTIVAL, annual festival that will include feature, documentary and short films. Robinson Film Center, 617 Texas St., Shreveport. Visit nlglff.org for the complete schedule.

SEPT. 13-15: DIGIFEST SOUTH 2016, The Bossier Arts Council presents this annual digital art and educational festival that include talks, a 48-hour Game Jam, art show, keynote and panel luncheon, expos and a free concert. For a complete schedule, visit www.digifestsouth.com or call 741-8310.

SEPT. 15: THE WOMAN’S DEPARTMENT CLUB PRESENTS “EXTRAORDINARY FASHION AND STYLE SHOW” LUNCHEON featuring fashions from Dillard’s Department Store and decor by Wendy’s Decorating Details. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. Lunch and style show at noon, $25 per person. The Woman’s Department Club, 802 Margaret Place, 222-4186.

SEPT. 17: HIGHLAND JAZZ AND BLUES FESTIVAL, The festival will feature two stages of live music as well as food and art vendors and more. Festival attendees are encouraged to bring chairs and blankets and spread out on the park lawn. Preview and after parties are also planned. Free. Noon to 5 p.m. Columbia Park, 600 Columbia St., Shreveport. Visit www.HighlandJazzandBlues.org.

SEPT. 17: FOUR LITTLE GIRLS: BIRMINGHAM 1963, The Red River Chapter of Jack & Jill of America hosts this puppet show and I Am workshops. Free, but registration is required. Doors open at 11:45 a.m. Puppet show, 12 p.m.; workshop 1 p.m. Linwood Public Charter School, 401 W. 70th St., Shreveport.

SEPT. 22: DRESS FOR SUCCESS OPEN HOUSE, Come take a tour of the new location for this local nonprofit, network with other agencies in the community, and enjoy a wine and cheese bar. 5 to 7 p.m. Dress for Success Shreveport-Bossier, 1520 N. Hearne Ave., Ste 108., Shreveport. Call 828-2983.

SEPT. 22: SOUTH HIGHLANDS ELEMENTARY MAGNET OPEN HOUSE, an event for prospective parents. South Highlands is the state’s top performing elementary school since 1998, a National PTA School of Excellence and a Louisiana A+ School sponsored by the George Rodrigue Foundation of the Arts. 5:30 p.m. Performing Arts Center, South Highlands Elementary Magnet, 831 Erie St., Shreveport. Visit www.southhighlands.com.

SEPT. 23: SECOND ANNUAL WOMEN WHO CARE, SHARE YWCA FUND-RAISER. Featured speaker Dr. Dara Richardson-Heron, CEO of YWCA USA and featured in the New York Times as one of four women chief executives discussing female voices in leadership and has been recognized as one of “25 Black Women in Business.” No tickets are sold to the event. To attend or sponsor a table, or donate an auction item, call (318)550-4417 or visit www.ywcanwla.org.

SEPT. 23: 3RD ANNUAL CIRQUE DU LAKE BLOCK PARTY, the businesses of Lake Street will celebrate with an evening of local music, art and food. Free. 4 to 8 p.m. 400 block of Lake Street, Shreveport. Call 268-3011 or follow the event on Facebook.

SEPT. 23: EAT HERE: A CULINARY CELEBRATION OF SHREVEPORT-BOSSIER, The evening will include four courses of food as well as the premiere screening of two short documentary films exploring local food and drink culture, conversations about local food history and more. $35. Sainte Terre, 190 Nickel Lane, Benton. Visit www.shreveport-bossier.org for a link to purchase tickets or call 429-0658.

SEPT. 24: STEPHEN MINISTRY INTRODUCTORY WORKSHOP: a half-day workshop featuring three sessions on grief, intro to Stephen Ministry, and caring in a Christian way. $15. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., 8 a.m. registration. First United Methodist, 500 Common St., Shreveport. To register, call 428-2600 or visit www.stephenministry.org/workshop.

SEPT. 24: BE A CIVIL WAR SOLDIER: KID’S CAMP, Children between the ages of 9 and 12 are invited to participate in this immersive camp; 15 slots available and pre-registration is required by Sept. 17. $25. Mansfield State Historic Site, State Highway 175, three miles south of Mansfield. Call 872-1474.

SEPT. 24: DICE AND DAISIES BUNCO TOURNAMENT, this fund-raiser benefits women’s education through P.E.O. Chapter BL. Registration ends Sept. 16. $25. 2-6 p.m. Broadmoor Presbyterian Church, 1915 Grover Place, Shreveport. Visit www. peointernational.org.

SEPT. 24: GEOCENTRIC, an all ages event with music, food and fun. VIP Game Lounge that will show the LSU vs. Auburn game. Food and beverage vendors such as Parish Taceaux, Sinful Sweets, Bon Temps Catering and Red River Brewing. $15/VIP Game Lounge, $25. 7-11 p.m. 601 Spring Event Venue, 601 Spring St., Shreveport. Call 300-3177.

SEPT. 24: SUSAN G. KOMEN RACE FOR THE CURE NORTHWEST LOUISIANA, run breast cancer out of town at this annual race. Registration is $30. Race site opens at 7:30 a.m. CenturyLink Center, 2000 CenturyLink Ctr, Bossier City. 220-7050.

SEPT. 28: SHREVEPORT BOSSIER GUILD MEMBERSHIP TEA, with three guilds participating, Little Theatre Guild, Symphony Guild and Opera Guild. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Elston Estate, 6800 Querbes Drive, Shreveport.

SEPT. 28: ANNUAL GUILD MEMBERSHIP TEA will be held at the Elston estate on Querbes Drive. The participating guilds and hosts are (respectively): The Little Theatre Guild, President Sue Wyche; the Symphony Guild, President Sherry Pendley; and the Opera Guild, President Susannah Poljak. From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., 6800 Querbes Drive.

SEPT. 3O THROUGH OCT. 2: “QUILTING IS MY ART” ANNUAL RED RIVER QUILT SHOW (part of the Red River Revel Arts Festival). 200+ quilts and quilted items on display from juried selections. Featured quilter is Sylvia Neal of Haughton, La. Demonstrations, silent auction and door prizes will be ongoing. Tickets for “Midnight in the Garden” quilt raffle $1 each. Hours: Friday, Sept. 30, 10 a.m. to 6 pm.; Saturday, Oct. 1, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday, Oct. 2, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday admission $5; Sat. and Sun. included in Red River Revel ticket. Riverview Hall, 200 Clyde Fant Pkwy.

OCT. 1: ST. PIUS X LADIES GUILD ANNUAL STYLE SHOW & LUNCHEON, see the 2016 new fall fashions from Dillard’s of St. Vincent’s Mall with lunch and door prizes. $25. Noon to 2 p.m. Trinity Heights Baptist Church, 3820 Old Mooringsport Road, Shreveport. Call Earline Davis at 453-5700.

OCT. 5: SHREVEPORT DOWNTOWN ARTWALK: Downtown Development Authority and downtown business partners host this art walk the first Wednesday of the month. Each month see new spaces and different parts of downtown. All Art Walk map holders will get into the Red River Revel for free. Free. 5-8 p.m. For a map and location stops, visit www.downtownshreveport.com.

OCT. 6, 13, 20, 27: PROVENANCE FALL

FARMERS’ MARKETS & CONCERTS, Farmers, artisans, crafters and makers of all varieties will offer fresh produce, meats, dairy products, handmade items, art, ready-to-eat foods and much more. Free. 5 to 8 p.m. Windrush Park, Provenance Community, 1968 Bridgewater Ave., Shreveport.

OCT. 7: TWILIGHT TALKIES: ALADDIN, R.W. Norton Art Gallery will show the Disney classic on the front lawn of the museum. Bring chairs and blankets. Food trucks available with food for purchase. Free. Lawn open, 7 p.m., movie starts at 8 p.m. R. W. Norton Art Gallery, 4747 Creswell Ave., Shreveport. Call 865-4201. Visit www.norton.org.

OCT. 8: ARKLATEX GENEALOGICAL ASSOCIATION MONTHLY MEETING, The featured speaker is Leonard Gresens, investments advisor, historian and collector. His presentation will be “Old Tokens and Other Nostalgia of Shreveport.” Genealogist Jim Johnson will present an overview of the 1880 - 1940 U.S. Census. Free. 1-3 p.m. Randle T. Moore Center, 3101 Fairfield Ave., Shreveport. Call 746-1851 or e-mail jjohnson747@suddenlink.net.

OCT. 15: CRUISIN’ IN GRAND CANE, Antique, classic and street rod car show and tractor show with food, music, souvenirs and door prizes. Free. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Grand Cane. Call 858-2556 or visit www.cruisiningrandcane@gmail.com.

OCT. 1-8: RED RIVER REVEL ARTS FESTIVAL, Enjoy national headliners, local and regional bands, and artistic performers on four stages along with 108 visual artist booths, 23 food booths, and entire areas dedicated to fun at Revel 41! $5 on weekends and after 5:30 p.m. on weekdays, free on Monday, and free any day with a valid military ID. Eight-day passes, which include admission to the entire festival, may be purchased for $10. Visitwww. RedRiverRevel.com.

OCT. 15: RUN WITH THE NUNS 10, celebrate the 10th anniversary of RWTN with this annual motorcycle rally and bicycle tour. Tickets include Silver Star breakfast, lunch, ride, blessing and religious medal. $25 riders, $20 non-riders. 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The Stage at Silver Star Smokehouse, 1201 Dixie Overland Road, Bossier City. Call 681-6781 or visit www. ChristusFoundationShreveportBossier.org.

OCT. 22: MINI MAKERS FAIRE, whether you’re a crafter, coder or performer, this event will empower makers to participate in show-and-tell in categories such as engineering, arts and crafts, homesteading, science, young makers and others. 9 a.m. Sci-Port Discovery Center, 820 Clyde Fant Parkway, Shreveport. Visit shreveportmakerfaire.com.

OCT. 22: SPEAKEASY: A PROHIBITION PARTY, In honor of Scarlett Passions : Bellocq’s Storyville, R. W. Norton Art Gallery is throwing a party! Come join us as we celebrate a riproaring time of scandal, glamour and risky business straight out of the 1920s with a viewing of one of the three Vaudeville variety shows. $45. 6 p.m. R.W. Norton Art Gallery, 4747 Creswell Ave., Shreveport. Call 865-4201. Visit www.norton.org.

OCT. 29: A PANT HOOT AFFAIR, Chimp Haven’s annual gala with a masquerade theme with mysterious fun, dinner, auctions and dancing with The Big Daddy Band. 7 p.m. Sam’s Town Hotel & Casino, 315 Clyde Fant Parkway, Shreveport. Visit www.chimphaven.org.

NOV. 2: SHREVEPORT DOWNTOWN ARTWALK: Downtown Development Authority and downtown business partners host this art walk the first Wednesday of the month. Each month see new spaces and different parts of downtown.. Free. 5 to 8 p.m. For a map and location stops, visit www.downtownshreveport.com.

| CASINO PROMOS DIAMONDJACKS CASINO & RESORT: 711 Diamondjacks Blvd., Bossier City. 678-7777. New members receive up to a $100 refund in the mail. Mail offer based on play. See Rewards Club for details. Restrictions apply. Come in on your birthday, swipe your Rewards Club card and receive a present from us! $70,000 TVS & Touchdowns – cash and JackPlay drawings from 7 to 10 p.m. every Friday & Saturday. Win a pair of pro football game tickets at 11 p.m. every Friday. Win a 60” flat-screen TV at 11 p.m. every Saturday. 10X Entries every Monday toward weekend drawings! Pick a Prize every Sunday. Win a mystery gift with 100 points! Enroll at MACK. The Prize is Right Tuesdays with guaranteed winner with every play from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Lots of free play, prizes and more! Enroll at MACK with 10 slot points. Lucky Wheel Wednesdays – 32 cash and JackPlay winners every week from 5 to 8 p.m. Double prizes for Chairman. Enroll at MACK. Mystery Entry Multiplier Thursdays where you can get up to 10X entries towards the weekend drawings! Enroll at MACK.10X Points every Friday from 8 to 10 p.m. 10X points for Rewards Club card holders. Prize Vault where you can win free slot play, cash and prizes all month long from 10 to 6 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 4 to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday. One Free play every day!

LEGENDS BUFFET SPECIALS: Seafood Buffet Friday and Saturday night $21.99 all-you-can-eat seafood buffet (with Rewards Club card). 50 percent off Legends Buffet every Monday and Tuesday for guests 50 years of age or older. Salute to our Troops with 25 percent off every day. Must have military ID (active or retired) to receive discount. Not Valid on holidays. Cannot be combined with any other offer.

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

Every Friday in September Eldorado plays RANDOMONIUM! where randomly chosen gaming positions will win $250. Winners announced every 15 minutes from 7-11:45 p.m. Must play with properly inserted Club Eldorado card or have an active table rating. Up to 20 players win each giveaway day. Stop by Club Eldorado for complete details. Knock-Out cash giveaway could make you $10,000 richer. Play Sept. 11-17 for your chance to win a turn at the Knock Out board. Earn 10x entries Sunday through Thursday and 5x entries Friday and Saturday. Activate your entries by swiping your Club Eldorado card starting at 1:15 p.m. One winner will be drawn every 15 minutes from 2:15 p.m. until midnight. Up to 40 players will win. Stop by Club Eldorado for complete details. The Big Deal Cash Giveaways where you could trade $750 for a briefcase worth up to $10,000. Play Sept. 18 through 24 for your chance to win $750 cash. Earn 10x entries Sunday through Thursday and 5x entries Friday and Saturday. Swipe your Club Eldorado card beginning at 1:15 p.m. to activate your entries. You’ll have 30 seconds on Saturday, Sept. 24, to keep the money or trade it for a briefcase worth up to $10,000. One name will be drawn every 15 minutes from 2:15 p.m. until midnight. Up to 40 players will take home cash. Stop by Club Eldorado for complete promotional details.

HARRAH’S LOUISIANA DOWNS: 8000 E. Texas St., Bossier City. 742-5555. Return Rewards. Total Rewards Members that earn 100 Tier Credits in a day will receive at least $5 in Free Slot Play. The Free Slot Play offer will be e-mailed to the member within four days and can be downloaded to any slot machine. Member must read and accept e-mailed offer and redeem within 24 hours of receiving e-mail at the Total rewards Kiosk. Must be 21 years of age or older to participate. See Total Rewards® for details. Monopoly Chance Reward Credit Multiplier – every Monday and Wednesday, Total Rewards members can swipe their card at the Promotions Kiosk to receive a Reward Credit Multiplier. Total Rewards members have a chance to win up to a 100X multiplier: Gold & Platinum guests are guaranteed at least 3X multiplier; Diamond guests are guaranteed at least 5X multiplier; Seven Star guests are guaranteed at least a 7X multiplier. Must be 21 years of age or older to participate. See Total Rewards® for details. 2X Return Rewards – Every Tuesday earn 100 Tier Credits in one day and receive at least $10 in Free Slot Play. Total Rewards members can swipe card at the kiosks next to Total Rewards Cage. Total Reward members will receive bonus Free Slot Play via e-mail. Guests can download the Free Slot Pay to any machine. Must be 21 years of age or older to participate.

HARRAH’S CLUB- BUFFET DINING: Harrah’s Club offers our guests an all-day buffet dining experience for a great price, just $19.99 per person. Harrah’s Club is open on Saturdays. Reservations are strongly encouraged and can be made through Racing Publications. The Buffet offering begins at 12 p.m. and ends each Saturday at 5 p.m.

HORSESHOE BOSSIER CITY HOTEL AND CASINO: 711 Horseshoe Blvd, Bossier City, LA 71111. 742-0711. Return Rewards All Total Rewards Members must earn 100 Tier Credits each promotional day to activate.Total Reward members will receive bonus free slot play via e-mail within four days and can be downloaded to any slot machine. (Must accept e-mail and download from a smartphone.) Must be 21 years of age or older to participate. See Total Rewards® for details. Monopoly Change Reward Credit Multiplier. See Total Rewards® for details.

DARE DAYCLUB: Dare is open daily to the public from 11 a.m. until 10 p.m. Admission is $10 at the gate. Must be 21 years old to enter.

SAM’S TOWN HOTEL AND CASINO SHREVEPORT:

315 Clyde Fant Pkwy., Bossier City. 877-429-0711. 100 Win 100 are Fridays from 5:30 to 10 p.m. in September. Every 30 minutes, 10 names will be selected to win $100 Slot Dollars. All B Connected members will automatically receive one free entry! Guests can also earn additional entries for every 100 points earned on promotional days. Deposit your entries at a kiosk or by playing the hour before the drawing. $50,000 Pigskin Toss are Saturdays from 6 to 10 p.m. in September. Every hour, three lucky guests will be selected to toss a football for the chance to win $1,500 in Slot Dollars. Guests can earn 5x entries on Mondays in September, and all B Connected members will automatically receive one free entry! Guests can earn additional entries for every 100 points earned on promotional days. Deposit your entries at a kiosk or by playing the hour before the drawing. Sam’s Town Lucky Scratch-Off Lotto are from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sundays in September. Win Louisiana Lottery Scratch-Off tickets every Sunday in September. Earn points for the chance to win scratch-off tickets, with prizes triggered at 500, 1,000, 1,500, 2,000 and 4,000 points. Guests can swipe their B Connected card at any kiosk, then print and redeem their voucher at the B Connected desk for lotto tickets. King of the Reels Slot Tournament are from 4 to 7 p.m. on Tuesdays in September. Guests who earn 500 points can play in the weekly King of the Reels Slot Tournament for your chance to win huge Slot Dollar prizes! Rounds will be held every 15 minutes beginning at 4 p.m. First through 10th place all take home a prize, with the top prize of $150 Slot Dollars!

MARGARITAVILLE CASINO AND RESORT : 777 Margaritaville Way, Bossier City. 855-346-2489. Promotions: Free swipe daily for instant prizes - over $3 million in prizes have been awarded. Play and get cast iron skillet Mon.-Thurs. in Sept. Earn 400 base points on any one of those days and receive your Margaritaville cast iron skillet (while supplies last). See the Players Club for details. Beach Bum Club Tuesdays: 7-10:30 a.m. enjoy $5.99 breakfast at World Tour Buffet (guests age 50+ only); or from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. have lunch for only $12.99 at the World Tour Buffet (guest age 50+ only). Paws in Paradise $25,000 Slot Tournament Sept. 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29. Registration is from 5-8 p.m. at the promotions and events stage. Round times are from 6-9 p.m. (every 10 minutes) at slot tournament area. Winners announced at 10 p.m. Top prize: $1,500 in bonus play. $200,000 Fireball Hot Seat: Sept. 9, 10, 23 and 24. 8 p.m. to midnight. Casino floor, five random seats pulled every 15 minutes. Prizes range from $100-$10,000 in free play or promotional chips. No activation required.