TUESDAY, MAY 26TH
8 am: Tuesday Morning Breakfast Group @ Holiday Inn Downtown Shreveport
Dora Miller, Public Affairs Specialist, Social Security Administration, will be the guest speaker. Call (318) 221-2344 or 222-7797 for more information.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 27TH
10 am: Shots for Tots @ Brookshire’s Food Store (N. Market St.)
Remember to bring your child's immunization records. This event will be at this location from 10 am to 1 pm. There will also be a chance to get shots at the Blanchard Town Hall (in Blanchard, LA) from 2:30 – 5 pm.
12 pm: “I've Just Been Diagnosed with Cancer” @ WK Cancer Center (4th Floor)
A workshop that will provide cancer patients and their loved ones with information about the Willis-Knighton Cancer Center, including treatment options and its numerous resources. Newly diagnosed patients will hear from other patients as well as healthcare professionals. Lunch will be provided. This event is free but reservations are required. Call (318) 212-8225 to reserve your space or get more information.
1 pm: Farmers' Market in Keithville @ Flashback Casino
Fresh produce and hand made crafts. Farmers' Market is held every Sun. from 1-7 p.m., and every Wed. from 3-7 p.m., through Sept. 2. The casino is located at 8311 Springridge-Texas Line Road in Keithville. Call (318) 402-6871 or 925-2883 for more information.
3 pm: Star Cup Cake Day Girls @ Stars of Tomorrow Resource Center
Program for girls seven to twelve years old with cupcakes, door prizes, and drawing contest. Parents must contact Marsha to give child permission to attend. Sponsored by Star Women Association. This event is free. The STRC is located at 5330 Hearne Ave., Suite C. Call (318) 636-7904 for more info.
6:30 pm -- Parent Guidance Class @ Benton United Methodist Church
An Andy Stanley video series titled "Parental Guidance Required," focuses on building relationships with your children. The church is located at 4615 Palmetto Road.
THURSDAY, MAY 28TH
9:30 am -- S.C.O.R.E. - Counselors to America's Small Business @ Shreveport Chamber of Commerce
Provides confidential business counseling sessions with S.C.O.R.E. volunteer counselors. Make appointments prior to the each meeting session. The GSCC is located at 400 Edwards St. This event is free. For more info, call (318) 677-2536.
4 pm: North Shreveport Business Association Annual Crawfish Boil @ Greater S’port-Bossier Auto Auction
Annual crawfish boil with potatoes, corn, chicken and sausage gumbo, and beverages. There will also be a raffle. The Auction house is located at 1315 Grimmett Drive. Tickets are $20, in advance; $25, at the door. Call (318) 677-4397 for more information.
6 pm: Bossier Central Library Book Club @ Bossier Parish Library
The book for the month of May is Dave Ramsey's "Total Money Makeover." Refreshments will be served. The library is located at 2206 Beckett St.
6 pm: Hot Jazz on the Red Summer Concert Series @ Barnwell Garden & Art Center
May 28, Mauva Belle & Hot Water; June 4, Space Travelers; June 11, Betsey Braud "The Jazz Nurse;" June 18, Buddy Flett & Friends; June 20, Brahma; June 25, Total Choice. Sponsored by Eldorado Resort Casino Shreveport and Friends of Barnwell. Call (318) 673-7703 for more info.
6:30 pm -- Got Heart! for the Homeless Banquet @ Shreveport Country Club
Theme is "No Place Like Home," with dinner, silent auction, community awards, attire is business or church. Proceeds will benefit the Shreveport-Bossier Rescue Mission. Tickets are $65, per person. The SCC is located at 3101 Esplanade Ave. Call (318) 227-2868 for more information.
7 pm: Poetic Paradise - Poetry at Its Finest @ H&H Lounge
Singers, dancers, comedians, and artists will compete. Hosted by Shreveport's Poetic X. The Lounge is located at 717 Hope Street. Call (318) 221-3199 or (318) 424-9297 for more information. This event is free.
8 pm: NSpired Promotions presents Expressions After Dark @ JOSH Lounge
An open mic/poetry slam for artists interested in showing off their talent. Women must be 23 years of age and men must be 25 years of age. Artist registration begins at 7:30 p.m. Call (318) 681-9960 or (318) 828-3050 for more information.
FRIDAY, MAY 29TH
6 pm: 18th Annual Cross Lake Floatilla Pre-Party
Pre party for the Floatilla, optional $10 catfish dinner, cash bar, registration for charity poker run and decorated boat parade contest, live music in bar area. Call 318-635-8186 for more information.
6:30 pm – Benefit Banquet for the Right Way Foundation @ Municipal Auditorium
This event will raise funds for youth programs for the Right Way Foundation. Guest speakers will be NFL Hall of Famer Jim Brown and City Judge Pam Lattier. Tickets for the banquet are $25 per person or $150 per table of 8. For more information or to get tickets, call (318) 771-2555.
8 pm: Wet! The Pool Party! @ Diamond Jacks Casino
WET – The Pool Party will be held on Friday, May 29, 2009 from 8-11pm (ladies drink FREE 8-9pm). The party will be held poolside at DiamondJacks Casino Resort and will feature music, DJ, dancing, drinks and more! Admission is $5-$10.
8 pm: 'Steel Magnolias' @ East Bank Theatre & Gallery
"Steel Magnolias" is a co-production of the Shreveport Little Theatre and East Bank Theatre. Tickets: $15, adults; $13, seniors age 62 and older, students, and active military. EBT is located at 630 Barksdale Blvd. in Bossier City. This show runs through Sunday.
10 pm: Phrozen Kontroversy @ Riverview Hall
The (Tau Beta) Alphas and (Xi Alpha) Kappas, along with CrowdPleaser Entertainment will host a collective event in downtown Shreveport. Come celebrate the Spring 2009 line of Alpha Phi Alpha and mingle with the brothers of both frats ... and the collegiates of the area!!! DJ Marle-Mar will be on the 1s and 2s. Doors open at 10 pm ... Discount with college ID until 10:30; Greek discount all night (with paraphernalia).
SATURDAY, MAY 30TH
8 am: Flapjack Fundraiser Breakfast @ Applebee’s (Mansfield Rd.)
Sacred Heart Catholic Church will have a flapjack breakfast fundraiser. Cost is $5.
8 am: Greenwood Farmers Market
Vendors will have available for sale fresh produce, eggs, honey, meat pies, tamales, jams and jellies, natual granola, bird houses, fresh plants, dog and cat treats, pickled vegetables, natural skin careproducts, monogrammed baby clothes, grass fed beed, cookies, breads, brownies, wood items and more. Call (318) 938-7261 for more info.
9 am: Community Garden Open House @ St. Catherine’s Community Garden
Community gardeners will be available to give information about their gardens and answer questions. Gardens on the tour are Allendale Garden of Hope and Love, corner of North Allen and Buena Vista; Cedar Grove Garden of Love, corner of Line Avenue and 73rd Street; Highland Communioty Faith Garden, 3811 Crosby Street; Sankofa Garden, 1651 Tulane; and St. Catherine's Cedar Grove Community Garden, corner of 71st Street and Henderson. Presented by the Red River Community Garden Coalition.
10 am: Wolverine, the Super Hero @ Water Town USA
Everyone is invited to spend the day at the Water Town USA beach with "Wolverine" . Photos are permitted and autographs are welcomed. Come and visit with one of this season's hottest super powers hero. Admission: $21.95.
10 am: Bossier Animal Control's Adoption Days @ PetSmart (Bossier City)
Dogs and cats, including puppies and kittens, will be available for adoption. $55-$85, adoption fees. Cash only. Call (318) 741-8499 for more information.
11 am: Humane Society of Northwest Louisiana Pet Adoptions
Dogs, cats, puppies and kittens. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. every Saturday excluding the fifth Sat. Free; $50, adoption fee.
2 pm: Shreveport Rose Society Meeting @ Gardens of the American Rose Center
Garden tour, led by Ray McKibbon, Rose Center Horticulturist, who will answer your rose gardening questions. Light refreshments will be served. This event is free.
7 pm: Theatre School of Dance Spring Recital @ Riverview Theater
The School of Dance of Bossier City will present their spring recital "Our Cinderella Story."
7 pm: Shreveport Aftershock v. The Louisiana Fuel @ Independence Stadium
We play in the 51-team IWFL (Independent Women's Football League). Come out, have a great family outing, and see what women's tackle football is all about! Tickets are $8 for adults. Kids get in FREE. Find out more at their official website. (You can also buy tickets at the site)
7 pm: Stars of Tomorrow @ Strand Theatre
Featuring Louisiana Dance Theatre and students from Carol Anglin Dancenter, audiences will be mesmerized by Shreveport's Stars of Tomorrow performing choreography by an international roster of artists. Tickets are $20-25. Call 318.226.8555 for more info or go to their official website.
8 pm: Whip Cream Tour f/ The Black Chippendales @ GiGi’s Club New York
Ladies come out and see the hardbodied brothas of the Black Chippendales put on a show! Tickets are $20/ VIP is $30. Tickets are available at Dollar Mania, JJs Superstore, and Lakeshore All Around Sounds. Call (318) 208-2400.
8:30 pm -- Movies & Moonbeams @ Hooter Park
The Robinson Film Center presents the outdoor screening of "Iron Man," staring Robert Downey Jr., Terrence Howard, Jeff Bridges and Gwyneth Paltrow.
10 pm: Swag Surfin’ Saturday @ Riverview Hall
CrowdPleaser Entertainment and HowURidin’ Magazine host a SwagFest in downtown Shreveport. DJ Marle-Mar and Marcus Jones will serve as hosts. Your swag could win you cash money!!!! Get your hands on a flyer and get discounted admission (until 11 pm). For more information call (318) 208-3257 or 422-5322.
SUNDAY, MAY 31ST
5 pm: Annual Spring Musical @ Red River Missionary Baptist Church
Annual Spring Musical "Everybody Let's Praise The Lord." Red River MBC is located at 1831 Scott St. in Bossier City.
7 pm: Latin Night @ Boomtown Casino
Boomtown Casino presents Latin Night every last Sunday of each month, from 7P-12A. Come and enjoy the great atmosphere, awesome drinks and dance the night away with DJ Pablo playing all your favorite Merengue, Salsa, Reggeaton and more! FREE Salsa lessons & FREE admission for all 21 and over.
MONDAY, JUNE 1ST
(no major events on this day)
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