| ART/EXHIBITS

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

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

THROUGH MAY 24: PROJECT TALENT. An exhibit of original artworks by Caddo Parish High School students. An opening reception is from 5-6:30 p.m., May 9. Louisiana State Exhibit Museum, 3015 Greenwood Road, Shreveport. Visit www.laexhibitmuseum.org.

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

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

MAY 13: CREATIVE ART CONNECTION MONTHLY MEETING. Julia Raring will show her approach to watercolor and other mediums used in her art. 6-8 p.m. Free. Bossier Arts Council - The Annex, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Call 549-1251.

MAY 31-AUG. 18: ANN GEORGE: SEASONS OF SELF. This Louisiana artist uses her camera, paper, ink and paint to create photographic fusions that tell stories through her use of imagery. R.W. Norton Art Gallery, 4747 Creswell Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.rwnaf.org.

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

| BARS/NIGHTLIFE

2JOHNS STEAK & SEAFOOD: 5-10 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday. 6-11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Drew Ley, Tuesdays and Fridays; Winston Hall with bassist Chris Allen, Wednesdays and Thursdays; Zeke Steadman and Stan Hoffman, Saturdays. 2151 Airline Drive, Bossier City.

318 INFUSED CIGAR LOUNGE: Mike Brown Karaoke, Tuesdays 7-11 p.m. 7611 Pines Road, Shreveport. 318-564-3050.

AGAVE: No cover. Happy hour Friday and Saturday, 5 to 7 p.m. 2-for-1 well, wine & draft. Monty Russell, 6-10 p.m., May 9; Southern Roots, 8 p.m. to midnight, May 10, 11; Lee Mathis, 6-10 p.m., May 16; Flashback, 8 p.m. to midnight, May 17, 18; Toni & Drew, 6-10 p.m., May 23; Dusty Rose Band, 8 p.m. to midnight, May 24-26; Dorsey Summerfield, 6-10 p.m., May 30; Identity Crisis, 8 p.m. to midnight, May 31-June 1. Diamond Jacks Casino & Resort, 711 DiamondJacks Blvd., Bossier City. 678-7777.

AMERICAN LEGION #14: Karaoke with Jay Couger or Dickie Turner 5:30 p.m. every Sunday. 5315 Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport. 635-8186.

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

BAYOU THUNDER SALOON. 5 Star Karaoke Plus, 6-11 p.m. every Sunday; 8 p.m. to midnight, Friday. 1910 Market St., Shreveport. 848-7732.

BEARS ON FAIRFIELD: 1401 Fairfield Ave., Shreveport. 272-1643.

BIG O'S CATFISH & MORE: Mike Brown Karaoke, Thursdays 7-11 p.m. 5765 S. Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport. 636-4443.

BON TEMPS COFFEE BAR: Every Thursday from 7-10 p.m. is Thursday Night Vibes with local singers, songwriters, musicians and performers. Saturday night is poems and songs that pairs poems with smooth backing music from 7:30 p.m. to midnight. 450 Clyde Fant Memorial Parkway, Ste. 700, Shreveport. 734-9766.

CELEBRITY LOUNGE: Eldorado Resort Casino, 451 Clyde Fant Parkway. Call 877-602-0711.

CENTRAL STATION: Mike Brown Karaoke, first and third Sundays 8 p.m. to midnight. 1025 Marshall St., Shreveport. 222-2216.

CHICAGO/THE HOOKAH ROOM: Acts are 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. unless otherwise stated. Loco lounge featuring the best selection of electronic dance music artists in town. 5 Star Karaoke Plus, 11 p.m. to 3 a.m., Friday and Saturday. 118 Texas St., Shreveport. 221-0490.

CHIANTI: Winston Hall and Chris Allen, 6-9 p.m. every Sunday night in the Green Room. 6535 Line Ave., Shreveport. 868-8866.

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

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

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

END ZONE SPORTS BAR: 1 p.m. to 2 a.m., Monday through Saturday. Happy hour daily from 1-8 p.m. 5 Star Karaoke Plus 9 p.m. to midnight every Thursday. Shuffleboard and pool table. 2216 Benton Road, Bossier City. Call 747-2773.

FLYING HEART BREWING & PUB: Housed in a historic building that was once home to Bossier City's Fire House No. 6, the tasting room is open 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Sunday; 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Monday through Thursday; 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday. Books and Brews, which is an open forum book club, takes place on the fourth Friday of the month. 700 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Call 584-7039.

GREAT RAFT BREWING: Open every Wednesday through Friday from 4 to 9 p.m. and Saturday from noon to 9 p.m. Free tours are available at 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. on Saturdays. 1251 Dalzell, Shreveport. Call 734-9881.

H&H LOUNGE: Good vibes night every Wednesday. Drum Circle, 6-9 p.m.; VJ-DJ music, 9 p.m. to midnight. 717 Hope St., Shreveport. 424-9297.

LEE'S: Acts are 8 p.m. to midnight weekdays, 9 p.m. Fridays and 9:30 p.m. Saturdays. 639 E. Kings Highway, Shreveport. 861-2151.

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

MUDDY WATERS SPORTS BAR: 5 Star Karaoke Plus 8 p.m. to midnight, Wednesdays. 5000 Benton Road, Bossier City. 741-7635.

MYLESTONE BAR: Mike Brown Karaoke, first and third Fridays, 8 p.m. to midnight. 1920 Market St. Shreveport. 678-0700.

NICKY'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT: Wayne’s FM Karaoke, 6:30-10 p.m., Thursdays. 2701 Viking Drive, Bossier City. 841-1345.

NOBLE SAVAGE: Open 5 p.m.-2 a.m. Weeknight shows start at 8 p.m. On Wednesdays, Joe Nadeau's Blues Jam. Dirty Redd's Open Jam Session featuring area artists playing allaround good music every Thursday. 417 Texas St., Shreveport. 221-1781.

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

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

THE PORT GRILL: Live entertainment, Trey Houser, 7 p.m., May 9; Tyler Vosbury, 7:30 p.m., May 11; Sonny Rambin, 7 p.m., May 16; Max McRuiz, 7:30 p.m., May 18; Kent Gill, 7 p.m., May 23; Dexter Duran, 7:30 p.m., May 25; Kericah, 7 p.m., May 30. Special events, Trivia Night, 7:30 p.m., May 21, 28; Disney Trivia Night, May 22; Crayfish Comedy Night, 9 p.m., May 31. 208-8767. 784 E. Flournoy Lucas Road, Ste. C.

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

RIVERDOME: Dustin Lynch, May 24; REO Speedwagon, May 31. Horseshoe Bossier City Hotel and Casino, 711 Horseshoe Blvd., Bossier City. 800-895-0711

RED RIVER BREWING COMPANY: Live music from 6-9 p.m. 1200 Marshall St., Shreveport. 317-4110.

SAM'S TAVERN: 5-Star Karaoke Plus every Friday and Saturday from 8 p.m. to midnight. Located at 3816 E. Texas St. in Bossier City. 318-658-9804.

SAM'S TOWN LIVE ENTERTAINMENT: Free entertainment all month long. 315 Clyde Fant Parkway, Shreveport. 877-429-0711. Tambria Adams, 7 p.m. to midnight, May 10,11; Legato Stone, 7 p.m. to midnight, May 17,18; Rockin Dopsie & The Zydeco Twisters, DJ Love, Chicken on the Bone, 6 p.m. to midnight, May 24; Robin & 4 Score, 6-8 p.m., May 25; Identity Crisis, 9 p.m. to midnight, May 25; What the Funk, 7-11 p.m., May 26; Total Choice, 7 p.m. to midnight, May 31.

THE STAGE AT SILVER STAR: Live entertainment. Gates open at 7 p.m. unless stated otherwise. Parker McCollum, May 10; Delbert McClinton, May 17; Cowboy Mouth + Spectra Vamp, July 20. 1201 Dixie Overland Road, Bossier City. 752-3633. Tickets available at www.outhousetickets.com.

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

SUNDANCE CANTINA BAR AT BOOMTOWN: Live music is from 8 p.m. to midnight. Jimmy Wooten Trio, May 10, 11; Bluez Boys, May 17, 18; Ambush, May 24, 25; Dusty Rose Band, May 31. 300 Riverside Drive, Bossier City, La. 318-746-0711.

SUPERIOR GRILL: Live entertainment on the patio from 6:30-10:30 p.m., Jimmy Wooten Band, May 8; Scram Wulfie and Lefty, May 9; Jason Sepulvado Band, May 10, 22; What the Funk, May 11; Fine China, May 15; Pseuddi Boom, May 16; Good News Band, May 17, 30; Soulshine with Stan Hoffman, May 18; Ziffel Brothers, May 22; Tambria Adams Band, May 24; Casey Martin Band, May 25; Professor Porkchop Band, May 29; The Syndicate, May 31. 6123 Line Ave., Shreveport. 869-3243.

SUPERIOR'S STEAKHOUSE: Live piano music 6-10 p.m., Wednesday, Thursday and Friday; 7-11 p.m., Saturday. Haley Brooke, most Thursdays, many Fridays and Saturdays; Landon Pate, many Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays; Morgan Smith, many Wednesdays; The Stilettos, the first Friday of the month. 855 Pierremont Road, No. 120, Shreveport. 219-4123.

TIKI BAR: Live music at 6:30 p.m., Bucket List, 6:30 p.m., May 15; Hunter, Brabham, Williams, Deaton, 6:30 p.m., May 22. 639 E. Kings Highway, Shreveport. 868-6355.

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

VFW POST #5951: Wayne’s FM Karaoke, first and third Saturday of the month. 1315 Northgate Road, Bossier City. 746-7611.

WHAT'S ON TAP: Happy hour daily, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. 33 beers on tap. 1207 Shreveport-Barksdale Hwy., Shreveport. 869-2422.

WHAT'S ON TAP II: Happy hour daily, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Serving food and 23 beers on tap. 2369 Airline Drive, Bossier City. 747-5505.

WHISKEY ROADHOUSE: Hours are noon to midnight Sunday; 6 p.m. to midnight Monday through Thursday; 4 p.m. to 2 a.m. Fridays and Saturdays. 5 Star Karaoke Plus, 8 p.m. to midnight, Tuesdays; Ambush, 8:30 p.m. to 1 a.m., May 10. Horseshoe Casino, 711 Horseshoe Blvd., Bossier City.

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| THEATER

MAY 9-12: FROZEN (JUNIOR EDITION). The show features all of the memorable songs from the animated film, plus five new songs written for the Broadway production. $15. 6 p.m., May 9, 10, 11; 2 p.m., May 11, 12. Marjorie Lyons Playhouse, 2700 Woodlawn Ave., Shreveport. Call 218-9978.

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

| MUSIC/COMEDY

MAY 11: CHONDA PIERCE - STILL LAUGHING. Featuring Karyn Williams. $26, $36, $49.50. 7 p.m. Shreveport Municipal Auditorium, 705 Elvis Presley Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.shreveportmunicipalauditorium.com.

MAY 19: STEVE CONN. Shreveport House Concerts Series presents this live performance. $20. 7 p.m., opening act; 8 p.m., main event. Fairfield Studios, 1508 Fairfield Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.shreveporthouseconcerts.org.

| SPECIAL EVENTS

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

EVERY SATURDAY AND SUNDAY: THE HISTORIC OLGILVIE-WIENER HOME. Come take a step back in time and visit this beautiful Queen Anne Victorian mansion and watch the progress of historic preservation of this magnificent home. $10. 4-6 p.m. 728 Austen Place, Shreveport.

EVERY SATURDAY: FREE COMMUNITY WORKOUT. With Camp Gladiator-certified personal trainers. One-hour total body workout for all ages and levels. 8 a.m. Bossier Parish Community College, 6220 E. Texas St., Bossier City; 9 a.m., Betty Virginia Park, 3901 Fairfield Ave. Visit www.campgladiator.com.

FIRST SATURDAY OF THE MONTH: SHREVEPORT WRITERS' CLUB. Writers from all stages of life in all genres and styles of writing meet to share their thoughts in written form with other people who love words; guests welcome. Free. 10 a.m. to noon. Shreve Memorial Library, Broadmoor Branch, 1212 Captain Shreve Drive, Shreveport.

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

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

MAY 8, 29: SML ART CLUB: EVYIND EARLE. This series will spotlight the work of this American-born painter and teens and adults will create their own fantasy paintings. No registration or previous artistic experience is required. For ages 10 and older. 4 p.m. Shreveport Memorial Library locations. Visit www.shreve-lib.org.

MAY 8: WAM (WINE, ART & MUSIC). This quarterly event features local artist Kimberly Gable, wine tastings, food pairing and live music. $35. 5:30-8 p.m. 1800 Prime Steakhouse, Boomtown Casino, 300 Riverside Drive, Bossier City. Visit www.bossierarts.org.

MAY 9: P.R.I.D.E AWARDS. The banquet recognizes excellence in the tourism and hospitality industry presented by the Shreveport-Bossier Convention and Tourist Bureau. 5:30 p.m. cash bar; 6 p.m. dinner awards. Horseshoe Casino and Hotel Riverdome, 711 Horseshoe Blvd., Bossier City. Visit www.Shreveport-Bossier.org/pride.

MAY 9: 11TH ANNUAL CELEBRITY WAITER DINNER. Evergreen’s fundraiser with live music, silent auction, wine pull, diamond drop and celebrity waiters. $75. 6-8:30 p.m. Harrah’s Louisiana Downs, Red River Room, 8000 E. Texas St., Bossier City. Visit www.evergreenls.org.

MAY 10: DAY OF CARING. The largest single-day, community-wide volunteer event with nearly 600 volunteers that work on various projects across the community. 7:45 a.m. at the Riverdome at Horseshoe Casino, 711 Horseshoe Blvd., Bossier City. Visit www.unitedwaynwla.org.

MAY 11: 47TH ANNUAL BONSAI SHOW. The Bonsai Society will host its annual show with trees on display and two demonstrations. 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Bossier Arts Council, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Call 798-7748. MAY 11: CATHEY GRAHAM NICKELL BOOK SIGNING. The Shreveport native will present her children’s book, "Arthur Zarr’s Amazing Art Car," and bring it to life by arriving with a real art car. 10 a.m. to noon. The Moppet Shoppe, 4840 Line Ave., Shreveport. Call 865-7655.

MAY 11: IMAGINE ACHIEVE BELIEVE. This inaugural gala for Shriners Hospitals for Children - Shreveport will feature dinner, program and live/silent auctions. $125. 7 p.m. Eldorado Resort Casino, 451 Clyde Fant Parkway, Shreveport. Visit www.shrinershospitalsforchildren.org/ shreveport.

MAY 11: ZUMBATHON. This 90-minute Zumbathon for Older Americans Month will benefit the Bossier Council on Aging. $5 donation. 9:30-11 a.m. 706 Bearkat Drive, Bossier City. Call 741-8302.

MAY 11: HEART GATES VINEYARD FUNDRAISER. Featuring Shayliff. Concert proceeds will be used to repair the Water Well at Heart Gates. $25- $75. 4 p.m. Heart Gates Vineyard, 6737 Greenwood Road, Shreveport. Visit www.heartgatesvineyard.com.

MAY 11: SHREVEPORT STUFFED SHRIMP FESTIVAL. The inaugural festival will include live music, cooking demonstrations, historical presentations, food trucks, a kids' area and more. Free admission and VIP packages are available for purchase. 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Louisiana State Fairgrounds, 3701 Hudson Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.stuffedshrimpfestival.com.

MAY 11: ARK-LA-TEX GENEALOGICAL ASSOCIATION MONTHLY MEETING. With Leonard Gresens’ presentation on “Early Shreveport/Bossier Private Coinage.” Free. 1-3 p.m. Broadmoor Branch Library, 1212 Captain Shreve Drive, Shreveport. Visit www.altgenealogy.com.

MAY 11-12: LE TOUR DES JARDINS. This garden tour will take you through five beautiful private gardens throughout Shreveport as well as a tour of the Greenwood Cemetery. $10, advance; $15. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., May 11; 1-5 p.m., May 12. Visit www.nwlamg.weebly.com.

MAY 14: THE STRAND SEASON ANNOUNCEMENT PARTY. The Strand will reveal the upcoming season at this free, public event. 5:30 p.m. The Strand Theatre, 619 Louisiana Ave., Shreveport. Visit www.thestrandtheatre.com.

MAY 18: ROCKING THE BOARDWALK MUSIC FESTIVAL. The largest youth musical festival in the tri-state area. This is an all ages, family-friendly event. 11 a.m .to 9 p.m. The Louisiana Boardwalk Outlets, 540 Boardwalk Blvd., Bossier City. Visit the event page on www.facebook.com.

MAY 20: AUTHOR FAIR. This year’s event highlights romance and will feature a self-publishing workshop in addition to the panel. 5:30-6:30 p.m., Romance Self-Publishing Workshop; 6:30-8:30 p.m., Romance Author Fair forum. Shreve Memorial Library, Broadmoor Branch, 1212 Captain Shreve Drive, Shreveport. Visit www.shreve-lib.org.

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

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

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

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

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

| CASINO PROMOS

BOOMTOWN CASINO & HOTEL: 300 Riverside Drive, Bossier City, 746-0711. www.boomtownbossier.com. May Promotions. $95K Let’s Get Truckin’ Giveaway is from 7-11 p.m. every Friday. Four winners every 15 minutes. Guests will receive $200 in free play or promotional chips. Final Night is at 11:30 p.m., May 31, where one winner will win a brand new F-150. Backyard BBQ is from 5-9 p.m. every Wednesday. Everyone wins! One swipe per day per guest. 5X Entries for Let’s Get Truckin’ Giveaway is every Monday and Tuesday. Guests will earn 5X entries. Play & Eat Buffet Promotion is every Monday and Tuesday. Guests earn 150 tier points to receive a free buffet to redeem Wednesday through Sunday.

DIAMONDJACKS CASINO & RESORT: 711 Diamondjacks Blvd., Bossier City. 678-7777. See Rewards Club for details. Restrictions apply. New Member. Receive up to a $100 refund in the mail. Mail offer based on play. Happy Birthday. Come in on your birthday, swipe your Rewards Club card and receive a present from us. May Promotions. $25,000 Mega May Giveaway. Win $1,000 instantly. Win your share of $25,000 cash and JackPlay! Drawings are from 7-10 p.m., every Friday. 50+ Diamond Club is every Wednesday. Memorial Day USA Hat Giveaway. Noon to 6 p.m., May 27. Earn 50 points and get a USA hat. New Kiosk Rewards Program. Turn your play into Rewards right at the kiosk! Now you can easily manage and redeem your points.

LEGENDS BUFFET SPECIALS: Salute to our troops. 25% off every day at Legends Buffet. Must have military I.D. to receive discount. Not valid on holidays. Cannot be combined with any other offer. $26.99 Crawfish Buffet is from 4:30-10 p.m every Friday. All-you-can-eat crawfish buffet. Ends May 25. Price with Rewards Club Card. $9.99 Thursday buffet with Rewards Club card. $7.77 Senior Dinner Buffet is every Wednesday for guests 50 years and older with five slot points. Easter Buffet with all-you-can-eat holiday buffet for $16.99. Price with Rewards Club card. Tax and gratuity not included. $16.99 Mother’s Day Buffet, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., 4:30-9 p.m., May 12. $16.99 Memorial Day Buffet with all you can eat BBQ is 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., 4:30-9 p.m., May 26, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., May 27.

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

HARRAH'S LOUISIANA DOWNS: 8000 E. Texas St., Bossier City. 742-5555. Must be 21 years of age or older to participate. Harrah’s Louisiana Downs is the place to be to watch and wager on the live racing action at Pimlico and Preakness 144 as the quest for the Triple Crown continues. Harrah’s Louisiana Downs will also offer live racing. Enjoy family fun on the apron including food trucks, inflatables, face painting and the thrill of live racing action. Memorial Day Pig Races and Family Fun Day starts at 11 a.m., May 27. Don't miss these wacky races as these high-flying little porkers race to the finish line. The Pig Races will happen between post times for the Memorial Day Race Card. There will also be a petting zoo for children and a kids' area with bounce houses and water slides. Face painting is available for purchase. Eat up as food trucks serve up great local bites.

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

MARGARITAVILLE CASINO AND RESORT: 777 Margaritaville Way, Bossier City. 855-346-2489. www.margaritavillebossiercity.com. May Promotions. Margaritaville Millions Continuity Game is every day with Island-themed game with the appeal of more winners, more often. Play ‘N’ Get Margarita is Monday through Thursday. 2X Play Wednesdays. Guests receive two free game plays. Mercedes Mini Baccarat Hotseat is from 8-11 p.m., May 9, 16, 23, 30. Two names will be drawn every 15 minutes for $200 promotional chips and a qualifying spot into our finale Mercedes drawing. $16K Night of Winners is from 8-10 p.m., May 19. Two names will be drawn every 15 minutes. One winner will be drawn for $1,000 in promotional chips. $90K Cruising into Summer Giveaway. Guests can activate their entries at any promotional kiosk or slot machine starting at 7 p.m. Four guests will be chosen every 30 minutes for $200 in free play and qualifying spot into the finale drawings. One winner will win a brand new Harley Davidson motorcycle. May Corvette Giveaway. May 26. Guests can activate their entries at any promotional kiosk or slot machine from 5-7:29 p.m. Five names will be drawn every 15 minutes for $250 in free play or promotional chips and a qualifying spot into our finale. Beach Bum Club Breakfast: $7.99 breakfast, guests ages 50 and older. $12.99 lunch, guests 50 and older.

SAM'S TOWN HOTEL AND CASINO SHREVEPORT: 315 Clyde sFant Parkway, Shreveport. 811-429-0711. www.Samstown.com. May Promotions. Truckin’ Away a Winner Drawings are from 6-10  p.m., May 25. Every hour, five winners will win $150 Cash plus the chance to qualify to win a new 2019 Ford® F250. $70,000 in cash and prizes guaranteed. The truck drawing will take place at 10:30 p.m., May 25. All B Connected card holders receive one free entry daily by visiting a promotional kiosk May 1-25. Earn 100X Entries every Tuesday in May. Entries may be activated by swiping at any promotional kiosk one hour prior to drawing times. 15K Add ‘Em Up is from noon to 6 p.m., May 12, 19. Fifteenth Anniversary Celebration is from 8 a.m. to noon, and 8 p.m. to midnight, May 18. All guests who are Sapphire and higher earn 15X points, with no activation required and no point cap. From noon to 8 p.m. earn 50 tier credits and swipe B Connected card at any promotional kiosk to win a share of $15,000 in slot dollars. Also, join us in the pavilion at 6 p.m. for a cake cutting ceremony. Kick off Memorial Day Weekend in Sam’s Town Live with a free show featuring Rockin’ Dopsie & The Zydeco Twisters, DJ Love, and Chicken on the Bone, 7 p.m. to midnight, May 24. Young At Heart is Wednesdays in May. Guests 50 years old or better can swipe their B Connected card at any promotional kiosk from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. after earning 15 tier credits to reveal their prize. 10x Points is Thursdays in May. From 6 a.m. to midnight each Thursday in May, players who are Sapphire and higher can participate in the 10x Bonus Point Multiplier. B Connected members who use their B Connected card during the promotion times will earn 10x points. Activation is required. The promotion does not include video poker games. Additionally, the promotion has a 100,000 B connected point cap and does not include card score.