Silver screen icon Bette Davis once famously said, “Getting old ain't for sissies.” Caring for yourself or a loved one with age-related health issues is no picnic, either. Of all the health issues you may face as you age, vision problems can be particularly devastating.

Derby Day Festival: The front lawn of the R.W. Norton Art Gallery in historic South Highlands again played host to the second Shreveport Derby Day Festival May 7. More than 1,000 people spent the afternoon enjoying mint juleps, served by Wine Country Bistro & Bottle Shop, and mid-afternoon snacks, provided Rhino Coffee and Buttercups Cupcakes. There was a network of large television screens that displayed the Kentucky Derby race. Rebirth Brass Band from New Orleans provided the musical entertainment. 

Strand Season Announcement:.

Chocolate and Champagne:.

Tuesday through Thursday. 6 to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Drew Ley, Tuesdays and Fridays; Winston Hall, Wednesdays; Winston Hall & Chris Allen “Jazz Night,” Thursdays. 2151 Airline Drive, Bossier City. AGAVE:.

DERMATOLOGISTS SET FREE SKIN CANCER SCREENING ON MAY 2: MELANOMA MONDAY HELPS IDENTIFY CANCER WHEN EASILY TREATABLE Dermatologists at Ark-La-Tex Dermatology, part of the Willis-Knighton Physician Network, have volunteered their time to participate in Melanoma Monday on May 2.

‘Applause to Broadway’:.

Best in Sheaux: Robinson’s Rescue hosted their annual fundraiser March 12, Best in Sheaux, at RiverView Hall in downtown Shreveport. Guests enjoyed signature Pink Poodle martinis, first-class cuisine from Southern Fork Catering, and a Westminster-style dog show, which is the only competitive runway dog show in Northwest Louisiana. There was also a large selection of great silent auction gifts and four custom-built dog houses were sold during a live auction.