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Monday, May 22, 2017

TALK of the TOWN

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ART/EXHIBITS

THROUGH MAY 31: IMPRESSIVE CEREMONIES: CENTENARY’S PRESIDENTIAL INAUGURATIONS, 1835-2010, This exhibit features material documenting how Centenary has welcomed new presidents throughout the institution's history. The exhibit is accessible online or on display. Centenary College’s Whited Room lobby of Bynum Commons, 2911 Centenary Blvd., Shreveport. Call 869-5462.

THROUGH MAY 31: EMERGING ARTIST GALLERY – HILARIE TURLEY, The Dallas native will show her first solo exhibition. Bossier Arts Council, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Visit www.bossierarts.org or call 741-8310.

THROUGH MAY 31: KIT GILBERT & ROBERT FOGEL, Exhibits from both artists on display. Bossier Arts Council, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Visit www.bossierarts.org or call 741-8310.

MAY 26: NORTON AT NIGHT: ASHLEY LONGSHORE, International art sensation combines bold colors, gold leaf and rhinestones to create works that are one of a kind. This event will have cocktails, body art and experiences never before seen at the museum. 6-8 p.m. R.W. Norton Art Gallery, 4747 Creswell Ave., Shreveport. Call Emily at 865-4201 ext. 130 or visit www.eventbrite. com.

JUNE 2: ART OF THE GUITAR OPENING RECEPTION, James Burton, “The Master of the Telecaster,” opens his guitar collection to the public in a never-before-seen exhibition. Burton will open the night with a riff or two on his guitar to set the stage for 12 weeks of dynamic programming and entertainment. 5:30-8:30 p.m. Artspace, 708 Texas Street, Shreveport. Visit www. artspaceshreveport.com.

THROUGH JUNE 7: SUSAN DUKE’S “EPHEMERAL EARTH” is the signature art exhibit at the Marlene Yu Museum. Duke’s vision for the show is a retreat to nature as well as an antidote to anxiety. The vibrant canvases boldly reach out to the viewer, engaging and inviting them into Susan’s colorful world. Marlene Yu Museum, 710 Travis Street. Guided tours by reservation. Visit www. rainforestartfoundation.org or call 717-9111.

JUNE 17: FRAMED: A SUMMER ART EXHIBIT, an all-ages photography exhibit featuring Shreveport artists with interactive art installations, photo booths, portrait booths and dancing. $5 at the door, $10 donation. 5-8 p.m. Minicine?, 846 Texas Ave., Shreveport.

THROUGH JULY 31: WINE, ART & MUSIC FEATURING JOHN WAGONER The multi-faceted work of artist John Wagoner is on exhibit at Boomtown Casino’s 1800 Prime restaurant. The artist has a unique approach to his multi-media work, creating molds and filling them with layers of paint and materials to re-create familiar shapes and objects of vibrant materials, making art out of the ordinary. Presented by Bossier Arts Council. 1800 Prime Steakhouse, Boomtown Casino, 300 Riverside Drive, Bossier City. 746-0711.

JUNE 1-JULY 31: LINDA DICKSON, will be the featured artist at the Emerging Artist Gallery with her acrylic art. Opening reception from 6-8 p.m. June 16 at the Bossier Arts Council, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Visit www.bossierarts.org.

JUNE 1-JULY 31: LAB RAT ARTS, This is a multifaceted group of artists with artwork that consists of murals, sculptures, props, graphic design, fine art, public art, faux finishing, furniture and hand-painted signs. Opening reception from 6-8 p.m. June 16 at Bossier Arts Council, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Visit www. Bossierarts.org or call 741-8310.

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.

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: Friday and Saturday night live entertainment. On stage from 10 p.m.-1 a.m.: Dusty Rose Band, June 2, 3; Side FX, June 9,10; Ambush, June 23, 24; Southbound 71, June 23,2; and What the Funk, June 30, July 1. No cover. Happy hour Friday and Saturday, 5 to 7 p.m. 2-for-1 well, wine & draft. DiamondJacks Casino & Resort, 711 DiamondJacks Blvd., Bossier City. 678-7777.

ARTIPSY WINE AND ARTS BAR: Last Friday of every month from 8-11 p.m. for “Hot Topic” comedy series; $10 presale; $15 at the door. All events are for those 21 years and older. 450 Clyde Fant Memorial Pkwy., Ste. 600, Shreveport.

AURA ULTRA LOUNGE: 205 Texas St., Shreveport. 272-1643.

BEARS ON FAIRFIELD: 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 as they display their talents. Every Friday is Game Night from 7 p.m. to midnight. Every Saturday night is Poetry Night from 7-10 p.m. 450 Clyde Fant Memorial Parkway, Ste. 700, Shreveport. 734-9766.

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

CANTINA BAR: Entertainment lineup includes DJ entertainment every Friday night, Michael DeArmond, May 27. Boomtown Casino, 300 Riverside Drive, Bossier City. 746-0711 or www. boomtownbossier.com.

CELEBRITY LOUNGE: 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.

END ZONE SPORTS BAR: 1 p.m. to 2 a.m., Monday through Saturday. Happy hour daily from 1-8 p.m. Shuffleboard and pool table. 2216 Benton Road, Bossier City. Call 747-2773.

FROG’S BREATH SALOON: 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 Friday and Saturday from 3:30-10 p.m. with tours starting at 3:30 both days. Ask about hosting your event at the tap room. Books and Brews, which is an open forum book club, takes place on the fourth Friday of the month. 700 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City.

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.

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, May 26. 639 E. Kings Highway, Shreveport. 861-2151.

LEGENDS THEATRE: Kelly Pickler, June 3, 8 p.m. Eddie Money, July 8, 8 p.m. Must be 21 or older to attend show. Tickets on sale at ticketmaster.com. DiamondJacks Casino & Resort, 711 DiamondJacks Blvd., Bossier City. 678-7777.

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

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

NOBLE SAVAGE: Open 5 p.m.-2 a.m. Weeknight shows start at 8 p.m. Every Tuesday, Crystal Thomas & The Dons Jam. On Wednesdays, Joe Nadeau's Blues Jam. Dirty Redd's Open Jam Session featuring area artists playing all-around good music every Thursday. 417 Texas Street., Shreveport. 221-1781.

THE OFFICE: Happy hour every day 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Featuring $2 domestics, $2.50 imports and $6 Patron and Jameson. 1303 Shreveport-Barksdale Highway, Shreveport. 216-3346.

PARADISE THEATER: Molly Ringwalds, May 26. $10. Dennis DeYoung, May 27. Tickets start at $30. Gino Vannelli, 8 p.m., June 10. Tickets start at $45. Chippendales, July 15. Tickets start at $10. American Icon: A Tribute to Johnny Cash, 8 p.m., July 29. $20. 777 Margaritaville Way, Bossier City. 855-346-2489. (Also see MUSIC/ COMEDY.)

RIVERDOME: Patti Labelle, 8 p.m., May 27; Vince Gill, 8 p.m., June 2; Trace Adkins, 8 p.m., Oct. 20. Horseshoe Bossier City Hotel and Casino, 711 Horseshoe Blvd., Bossier City. 800-895-0711.

SAM’S TOWN LIVE ENTERTAINMENT: Free entertainment all month long. Professor Pork Chop and the Disher, 7-11 p.m., May 25; Front Cover, 6-9:30 p.m., May 26, 27, 7-11 p.m., May 28; Vegas Stars, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m., May 26, 27. 315 Clyde Fant Parkway, Shreveport. 877-429-0711.

SAM’S TAVERN: 5 Star Karaoke Plus, 9 p.m., every Friday and Saturday Night, 3816 E. Texas Street, Bossier City. 626-5930.

SUPERIOR GRILL: Live music from 6:30-10:30 p.m. Jimmy Wooten Band, May 24; Ziffel Bros., May 25; Robert Duncan Band, May 26; Morgan Smith Band, May 27; The Caravan, May 28; Rising Sons, May 30; Professor Porkchop Band, May 31. 6123 Line Ave., Shreveport. 869-3243.

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

STRANGE BREW: Darth Brooks, Chief & The Hounds, and Shaliff, March 31. 235 Wall St., Shreveport. 222-2337.

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

THE BAR CHORD, 4-11 p.m. 5815 Youree Drive. Visit www. thebarchord.com.

TIKI BAR: Live music featuring Darth Brooks, May 27, July 29, Sept. 30, Nov. 25. 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.

WHAT’S ON TAP: Happy hour daily 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. 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 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. Horseshoe Casino, 711 Horseshoe Blvd., Bossier City.


| MUSIC/COMEDY

MAY 27: DENNIS DEYOUNG, The founding member of Styx will perform The Music of Styx live. Tickets start at $30. 8 p.m. Paradise Theater, Margaritaville Resort Casino, 777 Margaritaville Way, Bossier City. Visit www. Ticketmaster.com.

MAY 27: PATTI LABELLE, The legendary R&B and soul singer comes to the Riverdome. $41.50-$61.50. 8 p.m. 711 Horseshoe Blvd., Bossier City. Visit www.ticketmaster.com.

MAY 27: THE TEMPTATIONS REVIEW, featuring Dennis Edwards, one of the original members. Tickets start at $30. 8 p.m. Legends Theatre inside Diamond Jacks Casino, 711 Diamond Jacks Blvd., Bossier City. Visit www.diamondjacks.com.

JUNE 2: VINCE GILL, $44.50-$64.50. 8 p.m. 711 Horseshoe Blvd., Bossier City. Visit www.ticketmaster.com.

JUNE 10: GINO VANNELLI, tickets start at $45. 8 p.m. Paradise Theater at Margaritaville Resort Casino, 777 Margaritaville Way, Bossier City. Visit www.ticketmaster.com.

JULY 14: DANCING WITH THE STARS LIVE! Dancers from the hit show will take the stage on their Hot Summer Nights tour. $49.50; $59.50; $79.50. 7:30 p.m. Shreveport Municipal Auditorium, 705 Elvis Presley Ave., Shreveport. Visit www. shreveportmunicipalauditorium.com.

JULY 29: AMERICAN ICON: A TRIBUTE TO JOHNNY CASH, featuring Cash’s classic songs performed by Doug Allen and Wendy Newcomer. $20. 8 p.m. Paradise Theater, Margaritaville Resort Casino, 777 Margaritaville Way, Bossier City. Visit www.ticketmaster.com.

AUG. 20: JASON ISBELL AND THE 400 UNIT, $35, $45. All seats reserved. 7:30 p.m. Shreveport Municipal Auditorium, 705 Elvis Presley Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.ticketmaster.com.

AUGUST 25: KANSAS, Reserved seating. $59.50, $69.50, $99.50. 8 p.m. Shreveport Municipal Auditorium, 705 Elvis Presley Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.ticketmaster.com.

OCT. 28: JASON ALDEAN, This country star comes to Bossier City on his “They Don’t Know Tour” with special guests Chris Young and Kane Brown. 7:30 p.m. CenturyLink Center, 2000 CenturyLink Center Drive, Bossier City. Visit www.ticketmaster.com .

ENTERTAINMENT/FUN/THEATER/DANCE/MUSIC/CASINOS

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

| THEATER

LEGENDS THEATRE: The Temptation Review Featuring Paul Williams, Jr., May 27. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com. Must be 21 or older. DiamondJacks Casino & Resort, 711 DiamondJacks Blvd., Bossier City. 678-7777.

MAY 25-28: MAN OF LA MANCHA, This exciting production of the classic musical re-imagines the characters in a high school setting. $20. 7:30 p.m., 2 p.m. Sunday. Shreveport Little Theatre, 812 Margaret Place, Shreveport. Visit www. shreveportlittletheatre.com or call 424-4439.

JUNE 2-4, 9-11: THE LION KING JR., Set against the backdrop of Africa, this musical features the classic hits from the original movie and stars 80 local singers, dancers and actors. $25. 7 p.m., June 2,9; 2 p.m., June 3-4, 10-11. Marjorie Lyons Playhouse, 2700 Woodlawn Ave., Shreveport. Visit www. acttickets.info or call 212-2822.

JUNE 9-11: JUNIE B. JONES, THE MUSICAL, based on the New York Times bestselling book series about a Junie B.’s experience in first grade. $10. 7 p.m., June 9; 2 p.m., 7 p.m., June 10; 2 p.m. June 11. East Bank Theatre, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Call 218-9978 or e-mail stagecenterboxoffice@gmail.com.

JUNE 9-11: MADAGASCAR JR., Shreveport Little Theatre’s young actors will celebrate their wild side and bring to life the memorable character of Madagascar that audiences love. $12. 7 p.m., June 9; 11 a.m., 2 p.m., 4 p.m., June 10; 2 p.m., June 11. Shreveport Little Theatre, 812 Margaret Place, Shreveport. Visit www.shreveportlittletheatre.com .

JUNE 11: RODGERS AND HAMMERSTEIN’S CINDERELLA, This lush production features an incredible orchestra,

| BARS/ NIGHTLIFE Local band Vegas Stars takes the stage at Sam's Town on May 26 and 27. jaw-dropping transformations and all the moments you love – the pumpkin, the glass slipper, the masked ball and more – plus some surprising new twists! $79.50; $65.50; $47.50. 7:30 p.m. The Strand Theatre, 619 Louisiana Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.thestrandtheatre.com.

JUNE 22-25, 39-30, JULY 1, PETER AND THE STAR CATCHER, based on the best-selling novels,this play upends the century-old tale of how a miserable orphan boy becomes the legendary Peter Pan. $20, adults; $18, seniors; $15, students and kids. 7:30 p.m., June 22-24, 29, July 1; 3 p.m., June 25; 2 p.m. July 1. Marjorie Lyons Playhouse, 27100 Woodlawn Ave., Shreveport. Call 218-9978 or e-mail stagecenterla@gmail.com .

AUG. 2: DOWNTOWN ARTWALK, Tour historic spaces and meet artists and purchase locally produced art. Food, drinks, historic talks, sketch sessions and more. 5-8 p.m. Visit www.downtownshreveport.com.

AUG. 18: 2017 AUCTION FOR AIDS, Staying Alive: staying healthy and staying strong. 6-10 p.m. Sam’s Town Hotel & Casino, 315 Clyde Fant Parkway, Shreveport. Call 222-6633.

AUG. 18-20: GEEK’D CON, with local and regional artists, vendors across the country, TV and film stars, and non-stop geek entertainment. VIP tickets, $76.50; weekend tickets, $26.50; single-day tickets, $16.50; kids (ages 6-12) single-day tickets, $6.50; Friday tickets, $6.50; kids 5 and under free. Shreveport Convention Center, 400 Caddo Street, Shreveport. Visit www.geekdcon.com/shreveport.

SEPT. 6: DOWNTOWN ARTWALK, Tour historic spaces and meet artists and purchase locally produced art. Food, drinks, historic talks, sketch sessions and more. 5-8 p.m. Visit www.downtownshreveport. com.

OCT. 4: DOWNTOWN ARTWALK, Tour historic spaces and meet artists and purchase locally produced art. Food, drinks, historic talks, sketch sessions and more. 5-8 p.m. Visit www.downtownshreveport. com.

NOV. 1: DOWNTOWN ARTWALK, Tour historic spaces and meet artists and purchase locally produced art. Food, drinks, historic talks, sketch sessions and more. 5-8 p.m. Visit www.downtownshreveport. com.

| SPECIAL EVENTS

EVERY FRIDAY THROUGH JULY 7: SHREVEPORT SUMMER MARKET, With fruit, vegetables, baked goods, crafters, honey, restaurant vendors, this family-friendly event offers a unique summer shopping experience. 4 p.m. West parking lot of Mall St. Vincent, 1133 St. Vincent Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.ShreveportSummerMarket. com.

MAY 25-28: 34TH ANNUAL MUDBUG MADNESS FESTIVAL, features three stages of live entertainment as well as arts and crafts vendors, children's activities and variety of food vendors. There is also a crawfish-eating and -calling contest for all ages, a 5K on May 25, and the annual painting of the Mudbug Madness Festival mural. $5 after 5 p.m. on Thursday and Friday and all day Saturday, Sunday. 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Visit www.MudbugMadness.com.

JUNE 1-30: THE TRANSFORMATIONS GROUP, a class of diverse-emerging artists with a variety of backgrounds. Opening reception is from 6-8 p.m. June 16. Bossier Arts Council, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Visit www.bossierarts.org .

JUNE 2: SHREVESTOCK FESTIVAL - SUMMER OF LOVE 2017, join Chuck Kesilman and friends as they take you on a musical journey of yesterday’s hits from the '60s and '70s. 7 p.m. 7-12:30 p.m. Lee’s, 639 e, Kings Highway, Shreveport.

JUNE 2: TWILIGHT TALKIES: WRECK-IT RALPH, on the front lawn of the museum. Bring chairs and blankets and enjoy the movie under the stars. Local food trucks will be on hand with food for purchase. 7 p.m., 8 p.m., movie. R.W. Norton Art Gallery, 4747 Creswell Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.rwnaf.org.

JUNE 3: RELAY FOR LIFE, cancer survivors, caregivers, volunteers and community members will unite for this annual event in an effort to free the world from the pain and suffering of cancer. Each team participates in various community activities and raises money through on-site fund-raisers. 4-10 p.m. LSU Campus, in front of Library Building 1, 1 University Place, Shreveport. Visit www.relayforlife.org/ northwestla .

JUNE 7: DOWNTOWN ARTWALK, Tour historic spaces and meet artists and purchase locally produced art. Food, drinks, historic talks, sketch sessions and more. 5-8 p.m. Visit www.downtownshreveport. com.

JUNE 10: 2017 GREEN THUMB EDUCATIONAL SEMINAR, featuring speakers, Kim Lyles, Gloria McClure and Mark Walton. Free. 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. The American Rose Center, 8877 Jefferson Paige Road, Shreveport. Call 938-5402.

JUNE 10: ARK-LA-TEX GENEALOGICAL ASSOCIATION MONTHLY MEETING, with guest speaker Jackson Sibley presenting “Plantations Along the Upper Red River - 1839 to Present Day” and Glenda Bernard’s presentation on “Overlooked Records of the Freedmen’s Bureau.” Randle T. Moore Center, 3101 Fairfield Ave., Shreveport. Call 746-1851.

JUNE 11: HIGHLAND OPEN STUDIO TOURS SUNDAY (H.O.S.T.S.), catch your favorite Highland artist demonstrating his or her craft. Artists include Desire Mingo, Sherry Tamburo, Wendy Disdale, Karen La Beau, Marci Hicks, Lynn Laird, Tori Ladd, Christena Francis, Tracy McComic and Daniel Cordell. Noon to 4 p.m. For demonstration times and locations, call 286-3846 or e-mail hostsundays@gmail.com .

JUNE 17: 19TH ANNUAL SUNFLOWER TRAIL AND FESTIVAL, featuring art and entertainment for all ages including handmade items for sale, hands-on arts and crafts activities for children, art exhibits, a sunflower photography contest and more. Food and refreshment vendors available and live music. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Crossroads Museum, 12797 Main Street, Gilliam. Visit www.facebook.com/ SunflowerTrail or call 296-4393.

JUNE 19-24: URBAN DANCE WEEK, featuring hip hop, jazz fusion, modern, tap, contemporary ballet and pointe. Registration is required. $380. Arts Dance Center, 4801 Line Ave., Ste. 18, Shreveport. Call 760-224-3549 or visit www.artsdancecenter.com.

JUNE 26: BRING IT! LIVE, Back by demand, Miss D and her Dancing Dolls, stars of Lifetime’s hit series "Bring It!" return to Shreveport. Tickets start at $32.75. 7:30 p.m. Shreveport Municipal Auditorium, 705 Elvis Presley Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.ticketmaster. com.

JULY 5: DOWNTOWN ARTWALK, Tour historic spaces and meet artists and purchase locally produced art. Food, drinks, historic talks, sketch sessions and more. 5-8 p.m. Visit www.downtownshreveport. com.

JULY 8: SAVE THE BOOBIES RUN, This motorcycle ride that benefits Susan G. Komen of North Louisiana is fun for the entire family and also includes live music, bounce house and waterslide, tattoo truck, catfish plates for $7 and other food vendors on site. 9 a.m. and concerts will go until 10 p.m. Harley Davidson dealership, 2225 Autoplex Drive, Bossier City. Call 742-3047.

DEC. 6: DOWNTOWN ARTWALK, Tour historic spaces and meet artists and purchase locally produced art. Food, drinks, historic talks, sketch sessions and more. 5-8 p.m. Visit www.downtownshreveport. com.

SUMMER CAMPS

JUNE 6,13,20,27, JULY 11, 18, 25, AUG. 1: MUSIC TALE TUESDAYS, Celebrate the art of music at this camp that joins mini-music makers and artists to make instruments and interactive art. Different theme each week. Pre-K through 3rd grade. $10 per child. 10-11:30 a.m. artspace, 708 Texas Street, Shreveport. Visit www.artspaceshreveport.com/sumemr-fun .

JUNE 12-16, JULY 10-14, JULY 24-28: STOP MO ANIMATION STEAM CAMP, a fun, interactive hands-on STEAM Camp taught by professional animators. This weeklong camp teaches students about three different kinds of stop motion animation methods. Students will choose one to make a two-minute short animated movie illustrating the art of sound. 6th-12th graders. $250. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. artspace, 708 Texas Street, Shreveport. Visit www.artspaceshreveport.com/summer-fun.

JUNE 5-JULY 28: A LABYRINTH OF LEGENDS, high-quality fun and educational summer program, uniquely themed one-week sessions lead by certified teachers and professional instructors. Grades 1-4. Must register by June 6. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Southfield School, 1100 Southfield Road, Shreveport. Visit www.southefield-school.org/campus/summer or call 868-5375 ext. 385.

JUNE 5-JULY 21 A LABYRINTH OF LEGENDS, highquality fun and educational summer program, uniquely themed one-week sessions lead by certified teachers and professional instructors. Grades 5-8. Must register by June 6. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Southfield School, 1100 Southfield Road, Shreveport. Visit www. southefield-school.org/campus/summer or call 868-5375 ext. 385.

JUNE 19-23: PHONIC FREAKOUT, a fun, interactive, hands-on STEAM Camp taught by STARBASE of Louisiana, a premier Department of Defense STEM program sponsored by the 307th Bomb Wing of the Air Force Reserve Command at Barksdale Air Force Base and professional artists. Campers will create working instruments using hand tools, make a sound mural and learn about sound engineering. Lunch is not included, but can be purchased. 5th-12th graders. $250. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. artspace, 708 Texas Street, Shreveport. Visit www.artspaceshreveport.com/ sumemr-fun.

JUNE 5-JULY 28: A LABYRINTH OF LEGENDS, high-quality fun and educational summer program, uniquely themed one-week sessions lead by certified teachers and professional instructors. Pre-school ages 4-6. Must register by June 6. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Southfield School, 1100 Southfield Road, Shreveport. Visit www.southefield-school.org/ campus/summer or call 868-5375 ext. 385.

JUNE 30 - JULY 17: CAMP CAVS, Choose from our 10-day camps varying from sports, art and even cooking. Must register. Each registration comes with a Camp Cavs T-shirt.Ages 7-18. $49-$129. Visit www.bpcc.edu/continuingeducation or call 678-6015.

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

DIAMONDJACKS CASINO & RESORT: 711 Diamondjacks Blvd., Bossier City. 678-7777. . MAY PROMOTIONS. 100K Mega May Giveaway. Win a 2017 Ford Explorer 11 p.m., May 27. Win up to $1,000 cash from 7-10 p.m. every Friday. JackPlay drawing 7-10 p.m. every Saturday. 10X entries every Monday. 100K Scratch, Match and Win. 12-7 p.m., Sunday-Thursday. $5,000 cash drawings 6 p.m. every Saturday! Earn scratch card with 10 slot points and you could win up to $100,000! Win up to 10X Points Sundays. Quicker slot play and rewards! Enroll at MACK. Whack a Worm Tuesdays. Guaranteed winner with every play from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Enroll at MACK with 10 slot points.

JUNE PROMOTIONS: New members receive up to $100 refund in mail. Mail offer based on play. See Rewards Club for details. Restrictions apply. Happy Birthday! Come on your birthday, swipe your Rewards Club card and receive a present from DiamondJacks. 80K Summer Fun Blowout: Win a party barge June 24, 11 p.m. Win a Big Green Egg Grill Saturdays, June 3, 10 & 17, 11 p.m. Win up to $1,000 cash every Friday 7 to 10 p.m. Slot play drawings every Saturday, 7-10 p.m. 10X entries every Monday and Thursday. Point Multiplier Sundays: 10X Chairman, 5X Platinum, 3X Gold and 2X Silver. Limited to the first 200 points multiplied. Life’s A Beach Tuesdays: Guaranteed winner with every play, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. enroll at MACK with 10 slot poiints, up to three swipes per day. Hot Seat Wednesdays: Every Wednesday 5 to 7 p.m. Win up to $100 slot points. Up to three swipes a day. Flag Day Giveaway: June 14 starting at 10 a.m. free American flag. Enroll at MACK. Limited to first 500 guests.

LEGENDS BUFFET SPECIALS: Salute To Our Troops! 25% off ever day at Legends Buffet. Must have military ID (active or retired) to receive discount. Not valid on holidays. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Shrimp Buffet: Sunday thru Thursday $24.99 with Rewards Club Card. Sizzling Steak Buffet every Saturday for $24.99 with Rewards Club Card. $14.99 Father’s Day Buffet: June 18, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. (price with Rewards Club Card).

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

HARRAH’S LOUISIANA DOWNS: 8000 E. Texas St., Bossier City. 742-5555. 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. Mystery Reward Credit Multiplier. Every Monday and Tuesday, 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 and 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. Locals Only 5X Multiplier. Every Wednesday, Local Total Rewards members can swipe their card at a promotional kiosk to receive a 5X Reward Credit Multiplier. Must be 21 years of age or older to participate. See Total Rewards® for details. Punch Your Luck Drawings. Every Friday, Total Rewards members can swipe their Total Rewards card for a chance to punch a square on the punch board and win Free Slot Play. Activation is from 3-9:45 p.m. Number of earned entries is based on tier. One additional entry may be earned for every 25 Tier Credits during the earning period (6 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.). At 4 p.m., drawings will begin and happen each hour. Five winners will be called to punch a square on the punch board and reveal their Free Slot Play prize! Must be 21 years of age or older to participate. See Total Rewards® for details. Experience The Empire Drawings. Every Saturday, Total Rewards members can swipe their Total Rewards card for a chance to win Free Slot Play and an Experience the Empire Qualifier spot. Activation is from 3-9:45 p.m. Number of earned entries is based on Tier. One additional entry may be earned for every 25 Tier Credits during the earning period (6 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.). At 4 p.m. the drawings will begin and happen every 30 minutes through 9:30 p.m. Two winners will be called to receive $100 in Free Slot Play. At 10 p.m., one winner will receive $300 Free Slot Play and an Experience The Empire qualifier spot. *EXPERIENCE THE EMPIRE FINALE IS JUNE 24. Starting 4 p.m., every 30 minutes two winners will be called to receive $200 in Free Slot Play. At 10 p.m., one winner will receive $500 Free Slot Play and an Experience the Empire qualifier spot. Must be 21 years of age or older to participate. See Total Rewards® for details. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800- 522-4700.

HARRAH’S CLUB – BUFFET DINING: Harrah’s Club offers 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 noon and ends each Saturday at 5 p.m.

HORSESHOE BOSSIER CITY HOTEL AND CASINO: 711 Horseshoe Blvd, Bossier City, LA 71111. 742-0711.

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 Parkway, Shreveport. 811-429-0711. www.samstown.com. $25,000 Kachinko Game. from 6 -10 p.m. Fridays and 3-10 p.m. Saturdays in May. Every hour, three lucky guests will be selected to drop a puck on Sam’s Town’s signature “Kachinko” board for a chance to win $1,500 in Slot Dollars. All B Connected card holders receive one free entry. Receive additional entries for every 100 points earned on the day of the event. Deposit your entries one hour before the drawing, and at any time during the promotion, up to 15 minutes prior to the final drawing by swiping at any kiosk. Gone Fishin’ Kiosk Game 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Tuesdays in May. Guests have three chances to win big with our Gone Fishin’ Kiosk Game. Earn 200, 400 and 600 points to swipe at any promotional kiosk and reveal a prize. Guests can win Slot Dollars and many other great prizes. 500 Free Buffets a Day Giveaway from 3-9 p.m. Wednesdays in May. Sam’s Town is giving away 500 free buffets every Wednesday in May! Guests have a chance to win a free buffet by swiping their B Connected card at any promotions kiosk. Celebrate our 13th anniversary on May 20. 13x Bonus Points – Guests can earn 13x bonus points by playing their favorite slots or table games with their B Connected card between 8 a.m. and noon. The point multiplier will be inclusive of the card level bonus with a 100,000-point cap.* *Video poker play is not eligible for this promotion. Blues, Bugs and BBQ from 5-10 p.m., May 26. It’s that time again! Join us on the rooftop for our annual Blues, Bugs and BBQ Party with the sounds of Chubby Carrier, and Rockin’ Dopsie and the Zydeco Twisters. Plus, enjoy all-you-caneat crawfish and BBQ. Tickets are $25 at Ticketmaster.com or in the Shreveport Trading Company Gift Shop.

MARGARITAVILLE CASINO AND RESORT: 777 Margaritaville Way, Bossier City. 855-346-2489. www.margaritavillebossiercity.com. May Promotions: Play N Get Folding Chair. Monday through Wednesday in May. Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays in May, gift may be redeemed for 350 base points. Upon issuance of receipt, guests have 24 hours to redeem at the MGV-BC Players Club during standard hours of operation. See the Players Club for details.

BEACH BUM CLUB: Tuesdays Breakfast. Guests age 50+ only. 7-10:30 a.m. $5.99 Breakfast at World Tour Buffet. Lunch: Guests age 50+ only. 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. $12.99 Lunch at World Tour Buffet.

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