I ART/EXHIBITS

ONGOING: NATALIE NIU EXHIBITION OPENING: The Shreveport Regional Arts Council presents the works of Natalie Niu: Birds and Blossoms in Watercolor and Ink. Beautiful watercolor paintings, depicting everything from traditional Chinese landscapes to delicate flowers and vibrant animals. Free admission. SRAC. For more information, shrevearts.org. 801 Crockett St., Shreveport.

THROUGH AUG. 30: SHREVEPORT ART CLUB: The Louisiana State Exhibit Museum presents the annual juried show celebrating 103 years. Participating artists: Christine Bailey, Stephen Banks, Joan Cole, Trudy Daniel, Peggy Guilbert, Ron Hazen, Judy Horne, Laura Houston, Jim Huckabay, Linda Jones, Betsy Levels, Cindy Magee, Ed McDonnell, Lisa Miller, Judy Presley, Beverly Schroeder, Rob Smith, Mary Striegel, Mike Torma and Virgina Wisinger. West Wing Gallery. Free admission. For more information, call 318-632-2020 or laexhibitmuseum.org. 3015 Greenwood Road., Shreveport.

THROUGH AUG. 30: MUD MAVENS POTTERS: The Louisiana State Exhibit Museum presents the Mud Mavens Potters, LSUS pottery class, Mark Poole instructor. Artists: Yvonne Chafin, Trudy Daniel, Amanda Mann Davis, Gwyn Hults, Mark Poole, Emily Trant and Brianne Youngblood. West Wing Gallery. Free admission. For more information, call 318-632-2020 or laexhibitmuseum.org. 3015 Greenwood Road., Shreveport.

THROUGH SEPT. 25: EXHIBITION BY RACHEL MCDONALD: The Bossier Arts Council presents, “Past Life Snapshots / A Recollecton of Dropped Pins,” the work of artist Rachel McDonald in the East Bank Gallery. For more information, call 318-741-8310 or www.bossierarts.org. 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City.

THROUGH OCT. 5: “THE PROCESS”: Artspace announces the exhibition, “The Process,” featuring the works of Emily Ezell, Yuna Todman, Ibrahim Fashho and Academy Award-winning artist William Joyce. This unique exhibition offers a behind-the-scenes look at the steps and methods artists use to create their masterpieces. Artspace. 708 Texas St., Shreveport.

SEPT. 10 - 30: ARK-LA-TEX ART GUILD: The Louisiana State Exhibit Museum presents the Ark-La-Tex Art Guild. Artists' reception Sept. 10, from 4:30 - 7:00 p.m. Artists: Carla Davis, Don Edwards, Sheila Farmer, Linda Henry, Ronnie Kidwell, Joanne Loeb, Barbara McGowen, Sena McWilliams, Tammy Randall, Roger Shepherd, Deanna Russell and Kay R. Wallace is the show chair. Free admission. For more information, call 318-632-2020 or laexhibitmuseum.org. 3015 Greenwood Road., Shreveport.

I BARS/NIGHTLIFE

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

1931 LOUNGE HORSESHOE CASINO: Live music, 8 p.m. - 12 a.m. Karaoke on Thursdays, 7-11 p.m. with DJ Shane Pons; Aug. 9 and 10, Jimmy Wooten; Aug. 16 and 17, Rewind; Aug. 23, Moss Brothers Band; Aug. 24, Raven; Aug. 30, The Crowd; Aug. 31, The Crowd. Bossier City.

AMERICAN LEGION POST 14: Open Sunday from noon- 6 p.m.; Tues., Wed. and Thurs. from 4-10 p.m.; Fri. and Sat. noon-2 a.m.; yoga every Mon. and Wed., 5-6 p.m., $5 per person; 5315 S. Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport. 318-635-8186.

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

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

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

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

CELEBRITY LOUNGE BALLY’S CASINO: DJs Friday and Saturday nights with $10 cover. Aug. 17, Barksdale Bubble at 9:30 p.m. $15 cover; Aug. 24, Soul Grooves at 9:30 p.m. $15 cover. 451 Clyde Fant Pkwy., Shreveport.

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

ERNEST’S ORLEANS: Live music. Every Tuesday, big burgers, big blues and big times with Betty Lewis, 6-9 p.m. 1601 N. Spring St., Shreveport. 318-226-1325.

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

FRANK’S PIZZA: Live music from 6 - 9 p.m. Aug. 8, Mayson Garner; Aug. 10, Usual Suspects; Aug. 14, Chris Gates; Aug. 15, Mayson Garner; Aug. 19, Buddy Flett and Ryan Ramos; Aug. 20, Hali Brown; Aug. 21, Chris Gates; Aug. 26, Buddy Flett and Ryan Ramos; Aug. 27, Mae Graff; Aug. 28, Chris Gates; Aug. 29, Jesse Rawlinson. 6950 Fern Ave., Shreveport. 318-230-7130.

FROZEN PIROGUE: Live music 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. Aug. 7, Jenn Janét; Aug. 13, Blade Petty; Aug. 14, Jimmy Wooten; Aug. 20, Jimmy Wooten; Aug. 21, Jenn Janét. 515 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. 318-459-6672.

GREAT RAFT BREWING: Live music. 1251 Dalzell St., Shreveport. 318-734-9881.

HURRICANE ALLEY: Live music 7 - 11 p.m. Aug. 8, Backseat Heroes; Aug. 9, The Moss Brothers Band; Aug. 10, Troublermakers w/One Bad Habit; Aug. 15, Josh Love Band; Aug. 16, Reputation (Taylor Swift) w/Message From Mercury; Aug. 17, Green Daves w/Zero; Aug. 22, Kate Watson. 500 Ogilvie St., Bossier City.

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

LOUISIANA DOWNS: Live music. Starts at 6 p.m. Aug. 9, 5 Star Karaoke Plus; Aug. 10, Front Cover Band; Aug. 16, Steve Wilkinson; Aug. 17, Dirt Road Troubadours; Aug. 23, Ryan Robinson; Aug. 24, Tailgate Poets; Aug. 30, Sweet T; Aug. 31, Tres Amigos. 8000 E. Texas St., Bossier City. 318-742-5555.

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

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

SAM’S TOWN CASINO: Live music from 7 p.m. - midnight (free entertainment) and After Work Thursdays with DJ ELaw from 6-10 p.m.; Aug. 9, Windstorm; Aug. 10, The Troy Laz Experience; Aug. 16, Raven; Aug. 17, Identity Crisis; Aug. 23, David Allen and The Drifting Outlaws; Aug. 24, Side FX; Aug. 30, Lady Chazz and The Tramps; Aug. 31, Quarter Shots Band. 315 Clyde Fant Pkwy., Shreveport. 318-424-7777.

SUPERIOR’S STEAKHOUSE: Live piano music. Superior Steakhouse Piano Players Mon. through Thurs. 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Mon., Wed., Fri., Alan Dyson. Tues., Daniel Ley. Thurs. 6 to 10 p.m., London Todd. Fri. and Sat., 6 to 10 p.m. Fri., Alan Dyson. Sole Sat., Daniel Ley Duo 7 to 11 p.m. 855 Pierremont Road, No. 120, Shreveport. 318-219-4123.

SWEET CAROLINE’S DUELING PIANO BAR: Live music. Every Tues., music bingo from 7 p.m. - midnight. Every Wed., “Sweet Caroline’s Star” Karaoke from 7 p.m. - midnight. Every Thurs. and Sat., Dueling Pianos from 7 p.m. - 2 a.m. 630 Boardwalk Blvd., Bossier City. 318-599-2759.

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

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

THE SEVENTH TAP BREWING PROJECT: Live music from 7-9 p.m. Aug. 9, Trey Geauthreaux; Aug. 16, Haley Brooke; Aug. 23, Jerry lee; Sept. 30, DJ ReadyRoc. 2640 Linwood Ave., Shreveport, La. 318-754-4471.

TIKI BAR AND GRILL: Live music from 6-9 p.m. 2640 Linwood Ave., Shreveport, La. 318-754-4471.

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

I MUSIC

AUG. 17: “BEAUTIFUL GARDENS”: JaQuan Davis’ “Beautiful Gardens” musical set will be performed live at East Bank Plaza. 5:30-7:00 p.m. William Wright will be the opening act, playing some of his best original compositions, alongside Michael Miller’s live painting skills. For more information, call 318-741-8310 or www.bossierarts.org. 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City.

AUG. 31 - OCT. 18: LOUISIANA GRANDSTAND: A night of music live on stage: Aug. 31, William Lee Martin’s “King of Cowtown Tour”; Sept. 7, The Cleverlys; Sept. 12, Pony Bradshaw; Oct. 18, Darrell Scott. Tickets may be purchased at www.louisianagrandstand.com. WDC, 802 Margaret Place, Shreveport.

SEPT. 21: BEETHOVEN + TESSA LARK: The Shreveport Symphony presents Beethoven + Tessa Lark at Riverview Theatre. 7:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at https://shreveportsymphony.app.getcuebox.com/o/ZMGVC75K/shows. For more information, call 318-227-8863. 600 Clyde Fant Pkwy., Shreveport.

OCT. 19: TCHAIKOVSKY’S "PATHETIQUE": The Shreveport Symphony presents Tchaikovsky’s "Pathétique" at Riverview Theatre. 7:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at https://shreveportsymphony.app.getcuebox.com/o/ZMGVC75K/shows. For more information, call 318-227-8863. 600 Clyde Fant Pkwy., Shreveport.

NOV. 16: GERSHWIN + MARCUS ROBERTS TRIO: The Shreveport Symphony presents Gershwin + Marcus Roberts Trio at Riverview Theatre. 7:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at https://shreveportsymphony.app.getcuebox.com/o/ZMGVC75K/shows. For more information, call 318-227-8863. 600 Clyde Fant Pkwy., Shreveport.

DEC. 21: A HOLIDAY CELEBRATION WITH MICHAEL FEINSTEIN: The Shreveport Symphony presents A Holiday Celebration With Michael Feinstein at Riverview Theatre. 7:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at https://shreveportsymphony.app.getcuebox.com/o/ZMGVC75K/shows. For more information, call 318-227-8863. 600 Clyde Fant Pkwy., Shreveport.

I ONGOING

SECOND SATURDAYS: CADDO COMMON PARK: The Shreveport Regional Arts Council present the Second Saturday Social with performances by Native to the Parish and Signs of Stress. Food trucks available. All ages. Free and open to the public. 7 - 9 p.m. 869 Texas Ave., Shreveport.

THROUGH AUG. 24: SHREVEPORT FARMERS’ MARKET: With over 75 vendors that sell a variety of homegrown and homemade items such as fruits, vegetables, herbs, plants, honey, breads, jams, jellies, pastries, candies, pickles, cheeses, shrimp, various canned goods, seasonings, sauces and meats. In addition, there will also be local artisans that have handcrafted items such as art, jewelry, crafts, candles, soaps and dog treats. Prepared breakfast and lunch meals will also be available for purchase and consumption. No pets allowed. For more information, call Emerie Eck Holtzclaw at 318-424-4000 or www.shreveportfarmersmarket.com. Festival Plaza. 101 Crockett St., Shreveport.

THROUGH NOVEMBER: BOSSIER CITY FARMERS’ MARKET: Every Saturday through November: Featuring over 75 vendors with a wealth of local fresh veggies and fruits, food trucks, jams, salsa, honey, soap, candles, baked goods, jellies, pickles, tamales, flowers, kettle corn, BBQ, lemonade, Southern cuisine, fruit smoothies, coffee, Venezuelan cuisine, Cuban food, funnel cakes and more. Food trucks, crafts, live music and family-friendly activities. Voted No. 1 in Louisiana. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Pierre Bossier Mall’s south parking lot. Visit www.BossierCityFarmersMarket.com for more details on the market and becoming a vendor. 2950 E. Texas St., Bossier City.

ONGOING: ART GLASS CLASSES: Ed’s Emporium announces classes: Basic Stained Glass 101, Thursday night 10/31 or Saturday afternoons, 8/10 and 10/5. Introduction to Glass Fusing: Three-Saturday basic workshop classes start 8/17. Walk-in fusing is anytime Ed’s is open. See our Ad in this 318 Forum. Project for all ages. Tues. Night Project from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Check website for details. Call 318-742-6555 or www.edsemporium.com for more classes and information. 2000 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City.

I SPECIAL EVENTS

AUG. 7 - NOV. 14: ROBINSON FILM CENTER: Events: Aug. 7, “Widow Clicquot Wine Tasting” at 6 p.m.; Aug. 9, “Dance First” opens; Aug. 14, “A Man Called Ove” for the Summer Film Series at 6 p.m.; Aug. 15, “E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial” with special guests Dee Wallace and Henry Thomas at 5 p.m.; Aug. 20, “High Noon” lunch movie at 10:30 a.m.; Friday night freakout with “The Room” and special guest Greg Sestero at 8 p.m.; Aug. 27, “Meet Joe Black” at 6 p.m.; Nov. 14, Robinson Film Center Awards. For more information call, 318-459-4122. 617 Texas St., Shreveport.

AUG. 8 - 11: HUMOR AND HARMONY: Prepare for an evening filled with laughter as top comedians take the stage to deliver a night of unforgettable humor which will also feature some pop-up performances. Aug. 10: 50 Cent and Friends Performance. Proceeds will benefit the G-Unity Foundation. Tickets at Ticketmaster. Independence Stadium.

AUG. 9: FILM PRIZE FINALIST ANNOUNCEMENT/CELEBRATION: The Prize Foundation announces the Top 20 finalists for the 2024 Louisiana Film Prize, a filmmaking competition centered in Shreveport for filmmakers from across the country. $50,000 prize. Free and open to the public. Cash bar. 6-9 p.m. Robinson Film Center, 2nd Floor. 617 Texas St., Shreveport.

AUG. 10: ACTING AND THEATRE WORKSHOP: Private acting coach Ms. Cherie Gray presents the Summer 2024 Acting and Theatre Workshop at East Bank Theatre. 11 a.m. Ages 8-15. Adults at 1 p.m. For more information, call 318-426-3459 or email lumpygritsartistry@gmail.com. 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City.

AUGUST 10: ARK-LA-TEX GENEALOGICAL ASSOCIATION ANNUAL SEMINAR: Guest speaker is Patti Gillespie, professional genealogist and lecturer. Topics: Courthouse records, researching newspapers, county histories and colonial research. 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Registration fee is $45. For further information, www.altgenealogy.com or call Jim Johnson at 746-1851. University Center, LSUS campus. One University Place, Shreveport.

AUG. 14, 21, 28 AND 29: CIGAR ENTHUSIAST: Tobacco House Cigar Lounge special evenings: Aug. 14, 21 and 28 is ladies' night with half off well drinks and food truck on site. 6-9 p.m.; Aug. 29 is First Responders Appreciation Night from 6-9 p.m. free gifts while last. Contact Monica at 318-560-2925 for more information. 9464 Mansfield Road, Shreveport.

AUG. 15: DUELING FOR DOLLARS: The Highland Jazz and Blues Festival’s benefit is a night filled with lively music, sing-alongs and interactive performances at Sweet Caroline’s Dueling Piano Bar is sure to be double the fun. Doors open at 7 p.m. $5 cover charge. Pianos start at 8 p.m. 360 Boardwalk Blvd., Bossier City.

AUG. 17: SCAVENGER HUNT AND BOOK SIGNING:Bossier Arts Council and Monica Dollar Champagne, author of “100 Things To Do In Shreveport-Bossier Before You Die” will host a scavenger hunt as they discover East Bank Cultural District. Tickets are $25-$45 and include a signed copy of the book, a chance to meet the author and the hunt. 4-7 p.m. For more information, call 318-741-8310 or www.bossierarts.org. 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City.

I THEATRE

AUG. 16-18 AND 23-25: MURDER AT THE HOWARD JOHNSON’S: The BPCC Theatre and The Cavalier Players present their upcoming production as a light-hearted suspense comedy by Ron Clark and Sam Bobrick. Aug. 16, 17, 23 and 24 at 7:30 p.m. and Aug. 18 and 25 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $15 and to reserve your seat, visit https://bit.ly/bpcctheatre or call 318-678-6021. 6220 East Texas St., Bossier City.

| SPECIAL EVENTS

Dueling for Dollars, the Highland Jazz and Blues Festival's fundraiser, will be held Aug. 15 at Sweet Caroline's Dueling Piano Bar.

| SPECIAL EVENTS

The Robinson Film Center welcomes "E.T." actors Dee Wallace and Henry Thomas Aug. 15.

| MUSIC

Tessa Lark performs with the Shreveport Symphony Sept. 21.

| ART/EXHIBITS

The Shreveport Art Club's annual juried show is on display through Aug. 30 at the Louisiana State Exhibit Museum.

| ART/EXHIBITS

The works of Rachel McDonald can be viewed through Sept. 25 in the East Bank Gallery.

| THEATRE

The Cavalier Players presents "Murder at the Howard Johnson's" Aug. 16-18 and 23-25 at the BPCC Theatre.

| SPECIAL EVENTS

The Prize Foundation will announce the finalists for the 2024 Film Prize Aug. 9 at the Robinson Film Center.

| ART/ EXHIBITS

The Louisiana State Exhibit Museum presents the Mud Mavens Potters through Aug. 30.