I ART / EXHIBITS

THROUGH SEPTEMBER 24 : “ORIGINS AND RETROSPECTIVE: A Celebration of Color.” Two prominent women artists will be featured at the Louisiana State Exhibit Museum: “Origins by Jerry Wray,” watercolor and acrylic on paper, canvas and driftwood, inspired by prehistoric caves of Lascaux in France, and Randy Hedgecock, colorful still lifes and interior scenes in oil, acrylic and water media. 3015 Greenwood Road, Shreveport. 318- 632-2020 or sos.la.gov/lsem or laexhibitmuseum.org.

THROUGH SEPT. 25: CONTAINED CUBED. Bossier Arts Council is hosting their popular artists' call for a third time, “Contained Cubed,” the 12” x 12” show. Local artists can submit their works for this exhibition, and all works will be sold for $50. Artwork submitted will be juried by an anonymous gallery panel. $10 submission fee for non-members. Free submission for BAC members/students/ military (must provide valid ID). All completed works must be dropped off by Sept. 25 at Bossier Arts Council, 630 Barksdale Blvd. Artworks will be on display in the East Bank Gallery from Oct. 1 until Nov. 30. Opening reception Oct. 8. For more information, contact Michael Byrnes at Michael@ bossierarts.org or 318-741-8310.

THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30: THE ARTWORKS OF DAWN ASH presented by the Bossier Arts Council will be on display in the Emerging Gallery at the Bossier Arts Council, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. For more information, visit www.bossierarts.org or call 318-741-8310.

THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30: WOO AND WASSERMAN presented by the Bossier Arts Council. The artworks of Lucia Woo and Dan Wasserman, East Bank Gallery, will be on display at the Bossier Arts Council, 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. For more information, visit www.bossierarts.org or call 318-741-8310.

THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30: “SERIES IN WHITE” is new works by Christine Bailey and will be on display at the Bailey Art Gallery, Tuesday, Thursday and Fridays 1-5:30 p.m., and Saturdays, 12-4:30 p.m. You may also view by appointment, call 318-424-6764. 214 Texas Street, Shreveport.

THROUGH OCTOBER 2: QUEERING THE SOUTHERN STATES is a photographic exhibit by Shannon Palmer capturing the vulnerability and intimacy of being queer in the Deep South. Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m; Tuesday and Thursday from 11 a.m. - 7 p.m; and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Meadows Museum of Arts, Centenary College, Louisiana. For more information, call 318-869-5040. COVID-19 restrictions and protocols available at themeadowsmuseum.com.

THROUGH OCTOBER 15: CARTOGRAPHIC CURIOSITIES, Historical Map Exhibit. This exhibit showcases cartography featuring maps from around the world dating from the 16th to the 19th century. From oblique city views, to the creation of orderly grids, to elaborate charts, located on the third floor of the LSUS Noel Memorial Library. Per state recommendations, guest are asked to wear a mask or face covering at all times while on LSUS campus. For more information, contact Martha Lawler at 318-798- 4163 or Martha.lawler@lsus.edu.

THROUGH OCTOBER 30: A SQUIRREL FROM MEMORY is an exhibit by Shreveport native Douglas Degges that showcases Louisiana landscapes, fish, small game, rodents and pests by juxtaposing realistic graphite drawings with abstract paintings in acrylic. Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m; Tuesday and Thursday from 11 a.m. - 7 p.m; and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Meadows Museum of Arts, Centenary College, Louisiana. For more information, call 318-869-5040. COVID-19 restrictions and protocols available at themeadowsmuseum.com

THROUGH DECEMBER 1: SILENT RESONANCE is an exhibit by Shreveport artist Eric Hess of sculptures and installations that embed complex emotional ideas into sometimes deceptively simple presentations. Working with glass, cement ice, steel, ready-made objects, and video. Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Tuesday and Thursday from 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.; and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Meadows Museum of Arts, Centenary College, Louisiana. For more information, call 318-869-5040. COVID-19 restrictions and protocols available at themeadowsmuseum.com.

THROUGH DECEMBER 1: EATING THE SAME STONE is a photographical exhibit by Ohio photographer Tracy Longley-Cook exploring symbolic observances related to bereavement, usually by isolated and anonymous figures. Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Tuesday and Thursday from 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.; and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Meadows Museum of Arts, Centenary College, Louisiana. For more information, call 318-869-5040. COVID-19 restrictions and protocols available at themeadowsmuseum.com.

SEPTEMBER 24 - NOVEMBER 24: THE WORLD OF FRIDA, an exhibition highlighting 95 contemporary artists who have each created a piece inspired by the life and career of the fabulous Frida Kahlo. This exhibit comes from the Bedford Gallery in Walnut Creek, Calif. Opening night, Sept. 24, will also have food trucks and restaurants, face painting, music and more. For more information, contact the museum at 318-865-4201. R.W. Norton Art Gallery, 4747 Creswell Ave., Shreveport.

OCT. 1 - NOV. 30: NYCTOPHILIA: THE LOVE OF DARKNESS. The Bossier Arts Council is kicking off the spooky season with this very unique artist call. Submit works for this upcoming themed exhibition which will be displayed in the East Bank Emerging Gallery. Artwork submitted for the show will be juried by an anonymous gallery panel. All completed works must be dropped off by Sept. 25 at the Bossier Arts Council, 630 Barksdale Blvd, Bossier City. Opening reception Oct. 8, from 6-8 p.m. For more information, visit www.bossierarts.org or call 318-741-8310.

OCTOBER 3: LOUISIANA ARTISTS INC. Opening reception at the Bailey Art Gallery, 2-4 p.m. For more information, call 318-424-6764. 214 Texas St., Shreveport.

OCTOBER 8: ARTIST CALL, CONTAINED CUBED. This themed show will explore BIG art on a small canvas. The rules are simple. 12” X 12” show. All works will be sold for $50. 4 - 6 p.m. Presented by the Bossier Arts Council. 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. For more information, visit www.bossierarts.org or call 318-741-8310.

| BARS/NIGHTLIFE

1931 LOUNGE AT HORSESHOE CASINO: Live music. Sept. 24 & 25, Karla Case Band, 8 p.m.; Oct. 1 & 2, The Joanitones, 8 p.m.; 711 Horseshoe Blvd, Bossier City. (800) 895-0711.

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

CELEBRITY LOUNGE: Live Entertainment: Sept. 10, DJ KC, 5 p.m. - 2 a.m.; Sept. 11, Identity Crisis, 5 p.m. - 2 a.m.; Sept. 17, DJ Deluzion, 5 p.m. - 2 a.m.; Sept. 18, Mojiles, 5 p.m. - 2 a.m.; Sept. 24, DJ KC, 5 p.m. - 2 a.m.; Sept. 25, DJ Deluzion, 5 p.m. - 2 a.m.

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

ERNEST'S ORLEANS: Every Wednesday: Blues, Burgers and Betty, featuring Betty Lewis and Don Mason, 5:30-9 p.m. 1601 N. Spring St., Shreveport. 318-226-1325.

FAT’S OYSTER HOUSE: Live music. 450 Clyde Fant Pkwy. 318-459-1448.

FATTY ARBUCKLE'S: Live music. 450 Clyde Fant Pkwy. 318-459-1448.

FLYING HEART BREWING & PUB: Live music is from 7-9:30 p.m. every Thursday night. 700 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. Call 584-7039.

FRANK'S PIZZA: Live music: For more information, call 318-230-7130. Ask for Jeremy Shows.

FROZEN PIROGUE: Live music: 515 Barksdale Blvd, Bossier City. 318-459-6672.

GREAT RAFT BREWING: Sept. 12, 2-7 p.m. Service Industry Sunday; ABO cardholders get their first pint free. Sept. 18, 12-9 p.m., Oktoberfest Party. Tasting Room 4-8 p.m. Wed. through Fri., 12-8 p.m. Saturday for both in-person service and curbside pickup. 1251 Dalzell, Shreveport. Call 318-734-9881.

LOOOSIANA SEAFOOD: Live music: Sept. 9, Jesse Rawlinson, 6-9 p.m.; Sept. 10, Seth Bradford, 6-9 p.m.; Sept. 16, Beaux Atkins, 6-9 p.m.; Sept. 17, Haley Brooke, 6-9 p.m.; Sept. 23, Jesse Rawlinson, 6-9 p.m.; Sept. 24, Trey Houser, 6-9 p.m.; Sept. 30 Jimmy Wooten, 6-9 p.m.; 9220 Wallace Lake Road, Shreveport. 318-525-7154.

PARADISE THEATER: Live music: 777 Margaritaville Way, Bossier City. 855-346-2489.

PORT CITY BAR B QUE: Live music. 784 E. Flournoy Lucas Road, Shreveport. 318-208-8767.

RED RIVER BREWPUB: Live music. Sept. 10, The Joanitones, 6-9 p.m.; 1200 Marshall St., Shreveport. 318-317-4110.

SUPERIOR'S STEAKHOUSE: Live piano music every weekend. The Stilettos, 6-10 p.m. first Friday of every month; virtually every Friday, Toni Mundy Evans Duo, 6-10 p.m.; first Saturday of the month, Brian Watson, solo. Every other Saturday, Daniel Ley Duo, 7-11 p.m. 855 Pierremont Road, No. 120, Shreveport. 219-4123.

TACOMANIA: Live music: 641 East Kings Highway. 318-868-4588.

THE LOT DOWNTOWN: Live music: Sept. 17, The Joanitones, 7-10 p.m.; 400 Crockett St., Shreveport. 318-489- 1605.

TWISTED ROOT: Monday night is Trivia Night from 7-9 p.m. Tuesdays, live music on the patio from 6-9 p.m., Buddy Flett. 8690 Line Ave., Shreveport. 868-6410.

WHAT’S ON TAP: Live music: First Saturday every month, Jason Askew, 9-10 p.m. 1207 Shreveport-Barksdale Hwy., Shreveport. 318-869-2422.

| MUSIC

SEPTEMBER 17: MUSIC OF THE NIGHT, a seated dinner event featuring the best of opera and Broadway classics, presented by the Shreveport Opera. 6:30 p.m. at East Ridge Country Club. Tickets $85 and not available at the door; proof of COVID vaccine or a negative COVID test 72 hours prior required for attendance. Tickets at www. shreveportopera.org or call 318-227-9503.

OCTOBER 7, 14, 21: THURSDAYS MUSIC IN THE PARK. Open to the public on Thursday evenings in October at Greenleaf Park a free concert. Greenleaf Park's new stage is ready to welcome area’s best bands. Each event will feature an opener and main act. Food trucks and market vendors will be in attendance. Spread out on the lawn with family and friends at Provenance. 4 - 8 p.m. 1955 Woodberry Ave., Shreveport.

| SPECIAL EVENTS

MONDAY AND WEDNESDAY: MORNING BOXING. This event is brought to you by 318 Boxers Fighting and Dement Brothers Boxing Club and held at The Lot, downtown Shreveport. 9:30 - 11 a.m. 400 Crocket St., Shreveport.

ONGOING: The American Rose Center’s 47th blooming season is open to the public. Hours of operation are Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. 8877 Jefferson Paige Road, Shreveport. Admission to the gardens is by donation. For more information, call 318-938-5402 or visit on Facebook at www.facebook.com/americanrosecenter.

THROUGH SUMMER: SHREVEPORT AQUARIUM announces their summer hours and special packages, including birthday parties, summer camps and membership drive. Mon. - Fri. open at 10 a.m. and last entry 5 p.m.; Sunday open at 10 a.m., last entry 5 p.m. For more information, call 318-383-0601 or email info@shreveportaquarium.com.

EVERY SATURDAY: DOWNTOWN MERCANTILE MARKET The Mercantile is an outdoor market with over 40 artists, live music and featured local chefs. The Mercantile will be open for shopping, and our resident artist inside of Artifact will have their studios open. Saturday from 10 a.m. through 7 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. - until. 1110 Texas Ave., Shreveport. For more information, contact C&C Mercantile, downtownmercantilemarkets@gmail.com.

EVERY SATURDAY THROUGH NOV. 20: BOSSIER CITY FARMERS’ MARKET. 75+ vendors and food trucks in an open air, social distancing environment every week. The market has an abundance of fresh veggies and fruits, food trucks, jams, salsa, honey, baked goods, street tacos, jellies, handmade soap, pickles, flowers, bread, pies, tamales, kettle corn, candies, Cajun cuisine, BBQ and much more in 50,000 twinkling lights. Market hours: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Free admission and free parking. Family oriented. Located at 2950 E. Texas St. on the south side of Pierre Bossier Mall. For more information, www.BossierCityFarmersMarket.com.

THROUGH FALL: GAME-PORT AND NASA EXHIBIT landing at Sci-Port. An exhibit of the evolution of games and digital gaming, from historic board games like Candy Land, checkers and backgammon to classic and newer digital games that can be played with a giant, custom-made, retro-inspired game controller. Interactive classic Pong game reimagined at Sci-Port for a hands-on experience. The Adventures of Intrigue will be hosting their version of gaming via an escape room-style game. For more information, call 318-424-3466 or email isummers@ sciport.org.

THROUGH SEPTEMBER 26: DINING BY DESIGN. A new STEAM-inspired tablescape exhibit created by 16 local design personalities to open at Sci- Port Discover Center. This exhibit is a combination of the blending of science and art that will showcase math, architecture, digital technology, design, geometry, in addition to critical thinking skills. Tickets are $50 and will help support local charities, including Robinson’s Rescue, Holy Angels, Roys Kids, The Renzi Center and Room Redux. For more information, contact Sci-Port Discovery Center, 318-424-3466.

SEPTEMBER 10: THE GOONIES will be playing at South Bossier Drive-In Movie Theatre. Tickets are $25 per vehicle and can be purchased at www.eventbrite.com. Gates open at 7 p.m., and ticket-holders will receive one bag of popcorn upon entry. Concessions and restrooms will be available on site. Movie starts at 8 p.m. 2000 Reeves Marine Drive, Bossier City.

SEPTEMBER 11: GREASE will be playing at South Bossier Drive-In Movie Theatre. Tickets are $25 per vehicle and can be purchased at www.eventbrite.com. Gates open at 7 p.m., and ticket-holders will receive one bag of popcorn upon entry. Concessions and restrooms will be available on site. Movie starts at 8 p.m. 2000 Reeves Marine Drive, Bossier City.

SEPTEMBER 12: AT GEORGE’S POND. Tickets on sale now for Shenandoah, Exile, Shane Pons and Stand Paul Davis. Purchase tickets by calling 318-636-7094 or tickets. georgespond34.com. George’s Pond, Hirsch Memorial Coliseum, 3207 Pershing Blvd., Shreveport.

SEPTEMBER 16: EMPTY BOWLS FUNDRAISER benefits the Food Bank of Northwest Louisiana and all of the programs they serve. It will include a soup dinner, bread and dessert, a silent auction, a wine pull with red, white and pink wines and several raffles. Ticket donation is $50 per person. Begins at 6 p.m. Sam’s Town Grand Ballroom, Shreveport.

SEPT. 17: THE SECOND CITY WORKSHOP hosted by The Shreveport Little Theatre and Academy. The Second City troupe is an improvisational comedy enterprise who will be in Shreveport performing its “Legendary Laughs” at the Strand Theatre, with two-hour workshops beginning at 1 p.m. The workshops are Improv 101 and Advanced Improv. Each workshop is limited to 15 students. Each workshop costs $80. Participants can reserve their spot and pay through ShowTix4U.com or SLT’s box office, 318-424- 4439 or 812 Margaret Place, noon - 4 p.m. weekdays. For more information, contact Robert Darrow at 318-458-2700 or rkdarrow58@gmail.com

SEPTEMBER 17-19: JURASSIC QUEST. The largest and most realistic dinosaur exhibit in North America is back, bigger and better than ever. More than 100 photorealistic dinosaurs are ready to delight families. Tickets start at $19 at www.jurassicquest.com and include a 100% ticket guarantee that in the event of a show cancellation or postponement for any reason, ticket purchases will be automatically refunded for the full purchase amount. Tickets are for a timed arrival window, and advance ticket purchase is strongly encouraged. There are rides and activities, with tickets purchased for these on site, $5. For more information, www.facebook.com/ jurassicquest@jurassicquest. Friday 1-8 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m. - 7 p.m., 400 Caddo St., Shreveport Convention Center.

SEPTEMBER 18: BIG FAT GREEK GOLF TOURNAMENT is back for its fourth year. A fundraiser event hosted by St. George Greek Orthodox Church is a chance for everyone to “Go Greek” for a day and enjoy a round of golf and plenty of Greek food. Registration is $125 per player in teams of four. Tournament is limited to 30 teams. Registration begins at 7:15 a.m., and shotgun start at 8 a.m. at Querbes Golf Course, 3500 Beverly Place, Shreveport. For more information, contact Georgia Booras, georgia.b@ comcast.net or call 318-464-3309.

SEPTEMBER 18: HIGHLAND JAZZ AND BLUES FESTIVAL. This 17th annual event, presented by Lagniappe P.R.I.M.E., LLC, will be in the Shreveport Historic Highland neighborhood at Columbia Park. With music and fun for everyone, the festival will include eight bands playing from 11 a.m. until 6 p.m. on two stages. Local favorites Buddy Flett, Betty Lewis and also Tree Fiddy Trio, The Rougarou Trio, Junior the Third, Ohm Haus and the Grammy Awardwinning New Orleans Nightcrawlers will headline. Free. For more information, go to www.highlandjazzandblues.org.

SEPTEMBER 18: THE SECOND CITY. Fresh, fast and always spectacularly funny, a satirical revue and launching the careers of generation after generation of comedy’s best and brightest is celebrating 60 years. The Second City is pushing all politics aside and putting laughter in the spotlight! Ticket prices: $45, $37, $29 and $25 (student). For more information or to purchase tickets, contact The Strand Theatre at 318-226-8555. 619 Louisiana Ave., Shreveport.

SEPTEMBER 18-19 : 4TH ANNUAL SHREVEPORT/BOSSIER CITY VINTAGE GUITAR, MUSICAL GEAR SHOW and The Battle of the Bands presented by J&W Music. The two-day event will feature the first day, Guitar Show, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Round 1 of Battle of the Bands, 5 p.m. - 12 a.m.; Day 2 Guitar Show, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Finals of Battle of the Bands, 4:30 - 9 p.m. Admission each day $10. For more information, contact John at 318-507-5096 or email jandwmusiccompany@gmail.com. Event held at Harrah’s Louisiana Downs Casino & Racetrack, 8000 East Texas St., Bossier City.

SEPTEMBER 25: HERITAGE AND HARVEST TOUR. There are many historic gems tucked away in Shreveport-Bossier’s backyard. Plan to road trip though Caddo Parish on this self-driving tour though various portions of untouched America featuring more than 20 stops along the “Boom or Bust Byway.” 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. To receive updates about the tour visit www.RedRiverCrossroadsHistorial.org. or find them on Facebook. 

SEPTEMBER 25 - NOVEMBER 6: DIXIE MAZE FARMS 2021 Fall Festival will host such events as live pumpkin patch and corn maze, pony rides, hay rides and haunted attractions and more. For cost and times, please visit dixiemaze.com or call 318-703-2870.

SEPTEMBER 27- OCTOBER 29: JLSB PUMPKIN PATCH The Junior League of Shreveport-Bossier will be in full swing for Halloween with the Pumpkin Patch at Provenance. Plenty of activities for the family. M-F 4-7 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. - 7 p.m., Sunday noon to 7 p.m. For more information, www.jlsb.org/pumpkin-patch/

| THEATER

SEPTEMBER 10: OPEN CALL AUDITIONS, for “Nutcracker Minor Cast,” Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet. Auditions are open to dancers ages 5-10. Auditions start at 5:30 p.m. at the Riverview Theatre. Registration at https://podio.com/webforms/26570850/2015788

SEPTEMBER 10-12: BOEING BOEING is a nonstop comedy by Marc Camoletti, Beverly Cross and Francis Evans. This fast-paced comedy tell the exploits of bachelor Bernard and his three lovely female flight attendants with frequent layovers. Performances: Sept. 10, 11 at 7:30 p.m. and Sept. 12 at 2 p.m. Tickets for nonseason members are $25 for adults and $23 for seniors, students and active military. Reservations may be made by calling SLT’s box office at 318-424-4439 or www. shreveportlittletheatre.com. Shreveport Little Theatre, 812 Margaret Place, Shreveport.

SEPTEMBER 17-19 : "I’LL EAT YOU LAST: A Chat with Sue Mengers," a play by John Logan, starring Susan Kirton and directed by Artistic Director Jared Watson. Sue Mengers’ clients were the biggest names in show business, and she dishes dirty secrets and all the inside showbiz details of their lives. Friday and Saturday, 7:30 p.m., Sunday at 2 p.m. Follow current protocol of Covid-19 health precautions. Tickets: $20 adults, $18 seniors, $15 student. Central Artstation, downtown Shreveport. For more information, call 218-9978 or email stagecenterboxoffice@gmail.com.

| WELLNESS 

THROUGH FALL: CADDO PARISH PARKS AND RECREATION. A comprehensive slate of programs and activities for youth, adults and families, both in person and virtual such as: virtual nature programs, social distancing fitness activities, virtual field trips, STEAM for 5-K, activities for children and developmental disabilities and more at www. caddoparks.org. In addition, the Walter B. Jacob Memorial Nature Park is open Wednesday through Saturday from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sundays from 1-5 p.m.

FIRST WEDNESDAYS: WELLNESS WEDNESDAYS in Caddo Common Park is a fitness instruction and warm-up to walk a mile around the park and a wellness education program presented by Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport. 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. For more information, contact SRAC at 318-673-6500.

FIRST THURSDAYS: FIT & STRONG THURSDAYS. Caddo Parish Parks & Recreation presents creative “core” building and exercises designed with older adult fitness in mind, but open to all. 10 - 11:30 a.m. For more information, contact SRAC at 318-673-6500. 

THIRD THURSDAYS: ACTIVE LIVING THURSDAYS features programming designed to get everyone moving with creative dance by Roshanda Spears. Take home a Healthy Heart recipe created by Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport. 10:30 a.m. - noon. For more information, contact SRAC at 318-673-6500.

THIRD SATURDAY & SUNDAY: UNCOMMON WEEKENDS IN CADDO COMMON PARK is every third weekend of the month. Exercise, artists, animals and activities from 8 a.m. through 2 p.m. bring Wild Wonders Saturdays with exercise, animals from Walter B. Jacobs Memorial Nature Park, story time and hands-on activities. Sundays in the Park with Artists at 2 - 5:30 p.m. brings yoga, food trucks and hands-on art activities for the family, live performances, live painting by artists, an arts market and more. For more information, contact SRAC at 318-673-6500.

OCTOBER 20: OCTOBERFEST HEALTH & WELLNESS FAIR. Vaccinations, eye exams, cholesterol checks, screening mammograms and more. 9 a.m. - noon. Lunch plates $5 per person. Call 741-8302 to make a lunch reservation. Bossier Council on Aging, 706 Bearkat Drive, Bossier City.