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I ART/EXHIBITS

THROUGH MAY 30: WALK ON THE WILD SIDE OF NATURE: The Louisiana State Exhibit Museum presents the works of Don Edwards, naturalist artist. Free admission. For more information, go to laexhibitmuseum.org or call 318-632-2020. 3015 Greenwood Road, Shreveport.

JUNE 3 - JULY 29: THE INNER REALMS: The Bossier Arts Council presents works by Dyra Turner, a Shreveport-based artists who explores self-expression and connection, drawing inspiration from magical worlds. Opening reception, June 6, from 6-8 p.m. For more information, www.bossierarts.org. 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City.

THROUGH JUNE 7: CRITICAL MASS 13: Performances and Literary Readings: Critical Mass 13 and Critical Mass 12 Solo Show Exhibition at artspace with critics' review of 2024 and 2025. Artspace. 708 Texas St., Shreveport.

JUNE 10 - 27: CADDO PARISH ART STUDENT EXHIBIT: The Louisiana State Exhibit Museum to view “Project Talent,” an exhibition of artwork created by Caddo Parish high school students. Opening reception June 10 from 4-7 p.m. Free admission. For more information, laexhibitmuseum.org.

JUNE 19: KNOW THE ARTISTS: The Bossier Arts Council will host, "Know The Artists," with Derek Sarvis, who works primarily with acrylic paint and ceramics. Both Impressionism and abstract expressionism create a contemporary landscapes and color field paintings. 6-9 p.m. 630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City.

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, Seth Bradford, 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. May 30, Phillip Osburn and Living Proof Band; May 31, Moss Brothers Band. 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. 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. 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.

FLYING HEART BREWING AND PUB: Live music every Thurs. at 7 p.m. in beer garden: May 27, Music Bingo; May 29, DJ Grissom; June 2, Trivia; June 5, Clara Rae; June 9, Trivia; June 10, Music Bingo. 700 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. 318-584-7039.

FRANK’S PIZZA: Live music Monday & Saturday – Frank’s Live. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday night shows – Frank’s Pizza from 6 - 9 p.m. May 28, Chris Gates; May 29, Jesse Rawlinson. 6950 Fern Ave., Shreveport. 318-230-7130.

FROZEN PIROGUE: Live music 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. May 28, Clay Logan; June 5, Cold Canyon; June 6, Clay Logan Band; June 7, The Crowd; June 10, Jesse Rawlinson. 515 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City. 318-459-6672.

GREAT RAFT BREWING: Live music every Fri., from 5-8 p.m; First Tues. of month, “Bring Your Own Craft Night“ from 4-9 p.m.; Wed., Know-It-All Trivia at 6:30. May 17, 5K run; 1251 Dalzell St., Shreveport. 318-734-9881.

HURRICANE ALLEY: Live music, 7 - 11 p.m. May 29, Heather Lynn and The Deacons; May 30, Bad Habit, Honcho; May 31, Rebel Yell; June 3, Haley Brooke; June 4, Jenn Janét; 500 Ogilvie St., Bossier City.

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

LIVE! CASINO-HOTEL: Live music Mon., Thurs., Fri. Sat. 6-10 p.m., Sun. 12-4 p.m. at R Bar: May 28-31, Lee Denton; May 29, Casey Martin; May 30, Lee Denton; May 31, Lee Denton; June 27 and 28, The Crowd. Ticketed events: June 21, Night Ranger; July 12, Ms. Pat. For more information and tickets, Louisiana.LiveCasinoHotel.com 711 Live Casino Blvd., Bossier City.

LOUISIANA DOWNS: Live music. Starts at 6 p.m. 8000 E. Texas St., Bossier City. 318-742-5555.

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

NICKY’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT: Live music. May 17, Flashback. 2701 Viking Drive, Bossier City. 318-747-2332.

NOBLE SAVAGE: Live music. Every Wednesday night playing memories and the blues, 8 p.m. June 21, Flashback. 417 Texas St., Shreveport. 318-828-2619.

SAM’S TOWN LIVE: Live music from 7 p.m. - midnight (free entertainment) and After Work Thursdays with DJ ELaw from 6-10 p.m. 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. 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., Alan Dyson. Fri. and Sat., 6 to 10 p.m. Fri., London Todd. Sat., Daniel Ley Duo, 7 to 11 p.m. Sun. “Brunch,” London Todd, 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Note: First Wed. every month is London Todd. 855 Pierremont Road, No. 120, Shreveport. 318-219-4123.

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 PRIME RIB LOUISIANA: Live music. Weds. - Thurs. from 5 - 9 p.m. & Fri. - Sat. from 6-10 p.m. Louisiana.LiveCasinoHotel.com 711 Live Casino Blvd., Bossier City. 318-944-7100

THE SEVENTH TAP BREWING PROJECT: Live music from 7-9 p.m. 2640 Linwood Ave., Shreveport, La. 318-754-4471.

TIKI BAR AND GRILL: Live music from 6-9 p.m. Monday Night Blues; Every Friday Comedy Night. 2640 Linwood Ave., Shreveport, La. 318-754-4471.

WEST END THROTTLE BAR: Live music. 1869 Texas Ave., Shreveport. 318-670-7078

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

JUNE 7: JOSH LOVE: The Tobacco House’s Cigar Lounge presents an evening with Josh Love from 7-9 p.m. at 9464 Mansfield Road., Shreveport.

JULY 18: THE STAGE: Live music. July 18, Randy Rogers Band at 7 p.m. Tickets at outhousetickets.com. 1201 Dixie Overland Road, Bossier City. 318-752-3633.

JUNE 6: LOUISIANA GRANDSTAND: A night of music live on stage: June 6, TBA. Tickets may be purchased at www.louisianagrandstand.com. WDC, 802 Margaret Place, Shreveport.

I ONGOING

FIRST SATURDAYS: SHREVEPORT WRITERS CLUB: Every first Saturday of the month, except holidays from 10 - noon. Open to the public. If you are looking for help, just beginning to write, or a seasoned writer with experience to share, this is the place. Friendly and open-minded, we welcome writers of all genres; from poets to novelists, script-writers to travel writers. Starting June 7. The Highland Center, Conference Room A. 520 Olive St. Shreveport. Park in the back lot and use the back door. For more information, https://shreveportwritersclub.com/ or contact us at shreportwritersclub@gmail.com.

SATURDAYS: BOSSIER CITY FARMERS' MARKET: The market has a wealth of local fresh veggies and fruits, food trucks, jams, salsa, honey, soap, candles, baked goods, jellies, pickles, tamales, flowers, kettle corn, funnel cakes, BBQ, coffee, Venezuelan cuisine, Cuban food and much more. 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Free admission and free parking. Vendors visit www.BossierCityFarmersMarket.com. 2950 E. Texas St. on south side of Pierre Bossier Mall.

SECOND SATURDAYS: CADDO COMMON PARK: The Shreveport Regional Arts Council presents: May 31, Medieval Faire from 1- 4 p.m. by Shire Ardenroe. Free and open to the public. 7 - 9 p.m. 869 Texas Ave., Shreveport.

THIRD THURSDAYS: NLA WOODCARVERS ASSOCIATION: The North Louisiana Woodcarvers Association meets the third Thursday of the month at the Bossier Arts Council. Carving and fellowship at 5:30 p.m. For more information, 440-714-1960. 630 Barksdale Blvd, Bossier City.

ART GLASS CLASSES: Ed’s Emporium announces classes: Stained Glass Orientation Workshop one night: Thurs., June 26 or Aug. 21. Basic Stained Glass 101: six nights, Thurs. starting May/June 5/15, July/Aug. July 10; four days, Saturdays starting July/Aug. July 19. Introduction to Glass Fusion: three classes every other Sat.: July/Aug. July 26. Introduction to Mosaics: four classes every other Saturday beginning: July/Aug.

July 26. Tues. Night Fusing: Fused Glass Mushrooms, May 20. Fused Glass Coaster, June 3. Kids' Glass Camp: May 29, Robot; June 5, Fish Bowl; June 12, Hand; June 19, Bird House. Walk-in Fusing, Wed.-Sat. 10-3 p.m. daily, booking recommended. Call 318-742-6555 or www.edsemporium.com for more classes and information.

ONGOING: SHREVEPORT FARMERS' MARKET VENDOR APPLICATION: Red River Revel Inc. announces that the 39th summer season Farmers' Market vendor applications are now available. The market will be open from May 31 - Aug. 23. For more information, contact Manager Emerie Eck Hotzclaw at farmersmarket@redriverrevel.com or 318-424-4000 and request a vendor's application. 2200 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City.

ALZHEIMER’S AND DEMENTIA RESOURCE CENTER: Monthly educational mini-workshops for caregivers of those with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Local experts present topics related to Alzheimer’s and dementia in a one-hour session. First Wednesday 11 a.m. - noon at The Resource Center, 851 Olive St., Shreveport. First Saturday at 11 a.m. at Broadmoor Presbyterian Church, 1915 Grover Place, Shreveport.

ONGOING: AMERICAN ROSE CENTER: The 51st blooming season of the nation’s largest park dedicated to roses opens its visitors' center with over 6,000 planted roses and an additional 5,000 trees and flowering species. New seasonal hours: Wed. - Fri. from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sat. -Sun. from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Admission: $5 per person or $10 per family. Peak bloom expected from mid-April and mid-May. 8877 Jefferson Paige Road, Shreveport.

GLASS-BLOWING WORKSHOPS: Come individually or bring a group and create your own original piece of art. From pumpkins to flowers and beyond, the experience is a good time with a dazzling reward at the end. Hours: Thurs., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Friday, noon to 5 p.m.; Sat., 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; and Sunday, noon-6 p.m. Call 504-390-4377. Sanctuary Glass Studio, 421 Lake St., Shreveport. studio-sanctuaryglassstudio.com.

CREATE YOUR OWN GLASS ART-CRAFT: Choose from 25+ options like glassware, bowls, vases and sculptures. Book solo or with a group for workshops Wednesday through Saturday. Kids' Glassblowing Summer Camp: Every Tues. and Wed. from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. from May 20 - July 30. 6 and older. Schedule your appointment at highgravityglassworks.com or call 318-582-1424. High Gravity Glassworks. 1120 Texas Ave., Shreveport.

JUNE - JULY: SHREVEPORT AQUARIUM SUMMER CAMPS: Merging science exploration with hands-on fun. Three different camps including full-day camps for kids going into 4th- 7th grades and half-day camps for kids going into 1st-3rd grade. For specific times and cost, go to info@shreveportaqua and reserve space today. 601 Clyde Fant Pkwy, Shreveport.

I SPECIAL EVENTS

THROUGH - JUNE 2: SCI-PORT EVENTS: Game-Port Exhibition opening for the summer exhibition, featuring interactive gaming experiences for all ages; June 2, Summer Camps begin. For more information, go to www.sci-port.org.

MAY 29 - JUNE 12: ROBINSON FILM CENTER: Events: May 29, Beat Bobby Flay w/Chef Niema DiGrazia at 8 p.m.; June 4, Food for Thought: “Babette’s Feast” at 6 p.m.; June 12, RFC Triva at 6:30 p.m.; June 13, “Dog with the Humane Society” at 7 p.m.; June 17, “Blue Hawaii” at 10:30 a.m.; June 24, “TBD” at 6 p.m.; June 28, The Robby’s. For more information, call 318-459-4122. 617 Texas St., Shreveport.

MAY 31: TRES AMIGOS LIVE: The Tobacco House’s Cigar Lounge presents an evening with Tres Amigos from 8 - 10 p.m. at 9464 Mansfield Road., Shreveport.

MAY 31 - JUNE 1: LE TOURS DES JARDINS: The Northwest Louisiana Master Gardeners will hold their annual spring garden tour through five beautiful private gardens throughout Shreveport, Bossier and Benton. Tours will be 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. on May 31 and 12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. on June 1. For a list of homes and advance tickets are $10 by calling 318-408-0984 or online at www.nwlamg.weebly.com. $15 for admission at the gardens.

MAY 31: “THEATRE SCHOOL OF DANCE: BY FAITH”: Presented by The Strand Theatre: Israel, God and Moses. Protecting and preparing for the promised land. 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. Tickets at thestrandtheatre.com or call 318-226-8555. 619 Louisiana Ave., Shreveport.

MAY 30 - JUNE 15: FAIR AT LOUISIANA DOWNS: Louisiana Fair to Louisiana Downs. Big Top Circus, Petting Zoo, Parakeet Encounter, Bubble Show and rides for the entire family. Fair food and live entertainment and much more. For more information, GREATLOUISIANAFAIR.COM. 8000 E. Texas St., Bossier City.

MAY 31 - JULY 29: MUNICIPAL UPCOMING: The Shreveport Municipal Auditorium presents: May 31, '90s R&B Fest featuring DRU Hill; June 21, Destined Champion Boxing; July 29, Primus w/special guests MonoNeon. For more information or tickets, go to shreveportmunicipalauditorium.com or call, 318-841-4195. 705 Grand Ave., Shreveport.

JUNE 2 - JULY 11: ROBINSON FILM CENTER FILM CAMP: Registration is open now. Comedy Camp: June 2-6, for students in grades 3-8; Whodunit Camp, June 16-20, for students in grades 6-12; Acting Camp, July 7-11, for students in grades 6-12. For more information, contact Madison Kane at 318-459-4121.

JUNE 7: “LEGACY DANCE: LIGHT IT UP”: Presented by The Strand Theatre, the 22nd annual recital will be held at 10 a.m. Tickets at thestrandtheatre.com or call 318-226-8555. 619 Louisiana Ave., Shreveport.

JUNE 8: HOSTS: Highland Open Studio Tours Sunday are back from 12-4 p.m. Explore the work of local artists at two vibrant locations: 529 Robinson Place and 1525 Stephens Ave. For more information, call Tracy at 318-455-3423.

JUNE 12 AND 14: CIGAR LOVERS: June 12 at 4422 Youree Drive: Wine and Cigar Pairing. Ticketed event from 6-8 p.m. Call 318-861-2243. June 14 from 12-3 p.m.: New Cigar Debut featuring Silent Hero Cigars at 4422 Youree Drive, Shreveport.

JUNE 14: ARK-LA-TEX GENEALOGICAL ASSOCIATION MONTHLY MEETING: The guest speaker is Glenn Moore, genealogy researcher. His topic is “Using DNA to Verify Research Accuracy.” 1-3 p.m. For more information, call 318-746-1851 or visit www.altgenealogy.com. Broadmoor Branch Library, 1212 Capt. Shreve Drive, Shreveport.

JUNE 14: SUNFLOWER FESTIVAL AND TRAIL: Gilliam, La., will once again be the bright spot to be for fun outdoors, beginning at 9 a.m. Yellow sunflowers, festival food, music and more. Caddo Fire District 7 will host the Duck Race at 1:30. Gilliam, La., and along Highway 3049 north of Shreveport.

JUNE 14 - OCT. 19: UPCOMING PRIZE EVENTS: Prize Foundations events: June 14, University: Costume Workshop; June 20-22, In Person Qualifying Event; July 8, Submission Deadline; Early August, Top 20 Announcement; Aug. 22-24, Final; Oct. 15-19, Prize Fest. For more information, www.prizefest.com.

JUNE 14: ARTINI 2025: The Bossier Arts Council’s annual cocktail competition fundraiser will be at Live! Casino & Hotel and will bring opulence with live music, silent auctions, original artwork and handcrafted cocktail samplings. 7 - 11 p.m. Admission, $90. For more information, bossierarts.org.

JUNE 21: SUMMER MARKET: Provenance Town Center will host local vendors from 8 - 11 a.m. for Saturday shopping. For a list and more info, visit yourprovenance.com/events. 1024 Provenance Place Blvd., Shreveport.

JUNE 25: “LEGACY DANCE: LIGHT IT UP”: Presented by The Strand Theatre this comical feast embraces the wackiness in every family. Magnificently macabre hit musical. 7 p.m. Tickets at thestrandtheatre.com or call 318-226-8555. 619 Louisiana Ave., Shreveport.

JULY 7 - 11: SUMMER ART CAMP: Centenary College’s Meadows Museum of Art will host for the third consecutive summer an intensive art camp for high school students in exploring a variety of artistic styles and techniques. 9 a.m - 12 p.m. Cost: $150 and includes art supplies. Register at themeadowsmuseum.com/summercamp. Deadline to register, June 23. 2911 Centenary Blvd., Shreveport.

JULY 8: CADDO EDUCATORS EXHIBIT: The Louisiana State Exhibit Museum will host an evening with the artists of the Caddo Educators from 4-7 p.m. Free and open to the public. For more information, laexhibitmuseum.org.

JULY 24 - SEPT. 13: BROOKSHIRE GROCERY ARENA: Live shows: July 24, Parker McCollum 2025 Tour; Sept. 13, Lainey Wilson’s Whirlwind Tour. For more information and tickets, www.brookshiregroceryarena.com.

I THEATER

MAY 30 - JUNE 1: “SIX”: Stage Center announces the second MainStage production of the 14th season, “Six,” at Marjorie Lyons Playhouse on the Centenary College campus. Divorced, beheaded, from Tudor queens to pop icons, the “Six” wives of Henry VIII take the mic to remix 500 years. Tickets on sale May 12 at StageCenterLA.com or call/text 318-218-9978. 2700 Woodlawn Ave., Shreveport.

BARS/NIGHTLIFE

Haley Brooke performs June 3 at Hurricane Alley.