Paint a snowy winter scene featuring a handp rint cardinal. A class for children\, ages 3 &\; 4 will begin at 11 a.m . A class for children\, ages 5 and up will begin at 12 p.m. Both classes are limited to 15 children. Please wear old clothes for this workshop. CATEGORIES:Just for Kids UID:20181204T1859340Z-583899-448@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190106T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190106T143000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Winter Crafts DESCRIPTION: Sunday\, January 6: Winter Crafts Winter themed projects will be available from 1:30-3 p.m. on a first-come first-served basis. Limit o ne project per child. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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Sunday\, January 6: W inter Crafts

Winter themed projects will be available from 1:3 0-3 p.m. on a first-come first-served basis. Limit one project per child.< /div> CATEGORIES:Just for Kids UID:20181204T1858500Z-583899-447@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190926T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190926T120000 SUMMARY:Moss Bluff Senior Center-Senior/Veteran/Disability Freezes DESCRIPTION:Calcasieu Parish Assessor\, Wendy Curphy Aguillard\, and Staff\ , will be at the Moss Bluff Senior Center (2868 Hwy 171 N.\, Moss Bluff) t o provide an opportunity for our local Seniors\, Disabled Veterans\, & Dis abled citizens to sign for "Special Assessment Level Freezes" without havi ng to fight the "Bridge Traffic" to come to our Lake Charles office. "Spec ial Assessment Level Freezes" freeze the value of your property against an y future adjustments due to reassessment. You need only apply if you have not previously applied for a special assessment level freeze\; if your hou sehold income is less than $75\,594\; you have recently reached the age of 65\; become a disabled Veteran with a 50% or more service connected disab ility\, or 100% disabled through the Social Security Administration. For m ore information on the qualifications to file for these "Special Assessmen t Level Freezes" and the documentation needed\, please call the Calcasieu Parish Assessor’s Office at 337-721-3000. *Applicants must bring proof of age\, proof of disability and proof of income (as required by law) for the "Special Assessment Level Freezes”. **May be applied for during regular o ffice hours 8:30-4:30 M-F at the Lake Charles Office\, 1011 Lakeshore Dr.\ , #101 OR on Wednesday mornings 8:30-Noon at our West- Cal Satellite Offic e\, 500A N. Huntington St.\, Sulphur. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Calcasieu Parish Assessor\, Wendy Curphy Ag uillard\, and Staff\, will be at the Moss Bluff Senior Center (286 8 Hwy 171 N.\, Moss Bluff) to provide an opportunity for our loca l Seniors\, Disabled Veterans\, &\; Disabled citizens to sign for " \;Special Assessment Level Freezes"\; without having to fight the &quo t\;Bridge Traffic"\; to come to our Lake Charles office. "\;Specia l Assessment Level Freezes"\; freeze the value of your property against any future adjustments due to reassessment.

You need only apply if you have not previously applied for a special assessment level freeze\; if your household income is less than $75\,594\ ; you have recently reached the age of 65\; become a disabled Veteran with a 50% or more service connected disability\, or 100% disabled through the Social Security Administration.

For more information on the quali fications to file for these "\;Special Assessment Level Freezes"\; and the documentation needed\, please call the Calcasieu Parish Assessor’ s Office at 337-721-3000.

*Applicants must bring proof of age\, pr oof of disability and proof of income (as required by law) for the "\; Special Assessment Level Freezes”.

**May be applied for during reg ular office hours 8:30-4:30 M-F at the Lake Charles Office\, 1011 Lakeshor e Dr.\, #101 OR on Wednesday mornings 8:30-Noon at our West- Cal Satellite Office\, 500A N. Huntington St.\, Sulphur.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190820T1924000Z-583899-880@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190912T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190912T120000 SUMMARY:Lake Charles Senior Center-Senior/Veteran/Disability Freezes DESCRIPTION:Calcasieu Parish Assessor\, Wendy Curphy Aguillard\, and Staff\ , will be at the Lake Charles Senior Center (1530 5th St.\, Lake Charles) to provide an opportunity for our local Seniors\, Disabled Veterans\, & Di sabled citizens to sign for "Special Assessment Level Freezes" without hav ing to fight the "Bridge Traffic" to come to our Lake Charles office. "Spe cial Assessment Level Freezes" freeze the value of your property against a ny future adjustments due to reassessment. You need only apply if you have not previously applied for a special assessment level freeze\; if your ho usehold income is less than $75\,594\; you have recently reached the age o f 65\; become a disabled Veteran with a 50% or more service connected disa bility\, or 100% disabled through the Social Security Administration. For more information on the qualifications to file for these "Special Assessme nt Level Freezes" and the documentation needed\, please call the Calcasieu Parish Assessor’s Office at 337-721-3000. *Applicants must bring proof of age\, proof of disability and proof of income (as required by law) for th e "Special Assessment Level Freezes”. **May be applied for during regular office hours 8:30-4:30 M-F at the Lake Charles Office\, 1011 Lakeshore Dr. \, #101 OR on Wednesday mornings 8:30-Noon at our West- Cal Satellite Offi ce\, 500A N. Huntington St.\, Sulphur. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Calcasieu Parish Assessor\, Wendy Curphy Ag uillard\, and Staff\, will be at the Lake Charles Senior Center (1 530 5th St.\, Lake Charles) to provide an opportunity for our loc al Seniors\, Disabled Veterans\, &\; Disabled citizens to sign for &quo t\;Special Assessment Level Freezes"\; without having to fight the &qu ot\;Bridge Traffic"\; to come to our Lake Charles office. "\;Speci al Assessment Level Freezes"\; freeze the value of your property against any future adjustments due to reassessment.
You need only apply if you have not previously applied for a specia l assessment level freeze\; if your household income is less than $75\,594 \; you have recently reached the age of 65\; become a disabled Veteran wit h a 50% or more service connected disability\, or 100% disabled through th e Social Security Administration.

For more information on the qual ifications to file for these "\;Special Assessment Level Freezes"\ ; and the documentation needed\, please call the Calcasieu Parish Assessor ’s Office at 337-721-3000.

*Applicants must bring proof of age\, p roof of disability and proof of income (as required by law) for the "\ ;Special Assessment Level Freezes”.

**May be applied for during re gular office hours 8:30-4:30 M-F at the Lake Charles Office\, 1011 Lakesho re Dr.\, #101 OR on Wednesday mornings 8:30-Noon at our West- Cal Satellit e Office\, 500A N. Huntington St.\, Sulphur.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190820T1924000Z-583899-883@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190919T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190919T100000 SUMMARY:Westlake Senior Center-Senior/Veteran/Disability Freezes DESCRIPTION:Calcasieu Parish Assessor\, Wendy Curphy Aguillard\, and Staff\ , will be at the Westlake Senior Center (2001 Jones St.\, Westlake) to pro vide an opportunity for our local Seniors\, Disabled Veterans\, & Disabled citizens to sign for "Special Assessment Level Freezes" without having to fight the "Bridge Traffic" to come to our Lake Charles office. "Special A ssessment Level Freezes" freeze the value of your property against any fut ure adjustments due to reassessment. You need only apply if you have not p reviously applied for a special assessment level freeze\; if your househol d income is less than $75\,594\; you have recently reached the age of 65\; become a disabled Veteran with a 50% or more service connected disability \, or 100% disabled through the Social Security Administration. For more i nformation on the qualifications to file for these "Special Assessment Lev el Freezes" and the documentation needed\, please call the Calcasieu Paris h Assessor’s Office at 337-721-3000. *Applicants must bring proof of age\, proof of disability and proof of income (as required by law) for the "Spe cial Assessment Level Freezes”. **May be applied for during regular office hours 8:30-4:30 M-F at the Lake Charles Office\, 1011 Lakeshore Dr.\, #10 1 OR on Wednesday mornings 8:30-Noon at our West- Cal Satellite Office\, 5 00A N. Huntington St.\, Sulphur. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Calcasieu Parish Assessor\, Wendy Curphy Ag uillard\, and Staff\, will be at the Westlake Senior Center (2001 Jones St.\, Westlake) to provide an opportunity for our local Sen iors\, Disabled Veterans\, &\; Disabled citizens to sign for "\;Spe cial Assessment Level Freezes"\; without having to fight the "\;Br idge Traffic"\; to come to our Lake Charles office. "\;Special Ass essment Level Freezes"\; freeze the value of your property against any future adjustments due to reassessment.

You need only apply if you have not previously applied for a special asse ssment level freeze\; if your household income is less than $75\,594\; you have recently reached the age of 65\; become a disabled Veteran with a 50 % or more service connected disability\, or 100% disabled through the Soci al Security Administration.

For more information on the qualificat ions to file for these "\;Special Assessment Level Freezes"\; and the documentation needed\, please call the Calcasieu Parish Assessor’s Off ice at 337-721-3000.

*Applicants must bring proof of age\, proof o f disability and proof of income (as required by law) for the "\;Speci al Assessment Level Freezes”.

**May be applied for during regular office hours 8:30-4:30 M-F at the Lake Charles Office\, 1011 Lakeshore Dr. \, #101 OR on Wednesday mornings 8:30-Noon at our West- Cal Satellite Offi ce\, 500A N. Huntington St.\, Sulphur.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190820T1924000Z-583899-882@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190911T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190911T120000 SUMMARY:Sulphur Senior Center-Senior/Veteran/Disability Freezes DESCRIPTION:Calcasieu Parish Assessor\, Wendy Curphy Aguillard\, and Staff\ , will be at the Sulphur Senior Center (601 Maple St.\, Sulphur) to provid e an opportunity for our local Seniors\, Disabled Veterans\, & Disabled ci tizens to sign for "Special Assessment Level Freezes" without having to fi ght the "Bridge Traffic" to come to our Lake Charles office. "Special Asse ssment Level Freezes" freeze the value of your property against any future adjustments due to reassessment. You need only apply if you have not prev iously applied for a special assessment level freeze\; if your household i ncome is less than $75\,594\; you have recently reached the age of 65\; be come a disabled Veteran with a 50% or more service connected disability\, or 100% disabled through the Social Security Administration. For more info rmation on the qualifications to file for these "Special Assessment Level Freezes" and the documentation needed\, please call the Calcasieu Parish A ssessor’s Office at 337-721-3000. *Applicants must bring proof of age\, pr oof of disability and proof of income (as required by law) for the "Specia l Assessment Level Freezes”. **May be applied for during regular office ho urs 8:30-4:30 M-F at the Lake Charles Office\, 1011 Lakeshore Dr.\, #101 O R on Wednesday mornings 8:30-Noon at our West- Cal Satellite Office\, 500A N. Huntington St.\, Sulphur. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Calcasieu Parish Assessor\, Wendy Curphy Ag uillard\, and Staff\, will be at the Sulphur Senior Center (601 Ma ple St.\, Sulphur) to provide an opportunity for our local Senior s\, Disabled Veterans\, &\; Disabled citizens to sign for "\;Specia l Assessment Level Freezes"\; without having to fight the "\;Bridg e Traffic"\; to come to our Lake Charles office. "\;Special Assess ment Level Freezes"\; freeze the value of yo ur property against any future adjustments due to reassessment.

Yo u need only apply if you have not previously applied for a special assessm ent level freeze\; if your household income is less than $75\,594\; you ha ve recently reached the age of 65\; become a disabled Veteran with a 50% o r more service connected disability\, or 100% disabled through the Social Security Administration.

For more information on the qualification s to file for these "\;Special Assessment Level Freezes"\; and the documentation needed\, please call the Calcasieu Parish Assessor’s Office at 337-721-3000.

*Applicants must bring proof of age\, proof of d isability and proof of income (as required by law) for the "\;Special Assessment Level Freezes”.

**May be applied for during regular off ice hours 8:30-4:30 M-F at the Lake Charles Office\, 1011 Lakeshore Dr.\, #101 OR on Wednesday mornings 8:30-Noon at our West- Cal Satellite Office\ , 500A N. Huntington St.\, Sulphur.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190820T1924000Z-583899-884@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190910T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190910T120000 SUMMARY:DeQuincy Senior Center-Senior/Veteran/Disability Freezes DESCRIPTION:Calcasieu Parish Assessor\, Wendy Curphy Aguillard\, and Staff\ , will be at the DeQuincy Senior Center (500 S. Grand Ave.\, Ste. B\, DeQu incy) to provide an opportunity for our local Seniors\, Disabled Veterans\ , & Disabled citizens to sign for "Special Assessment Level Freezes" witho ut having to fight the "Bridge Traffic" to come to our Lake Charles office . "Special Assessment Level Freezes" freeze the value of your property aga inst any future adjustments due to reassessment. You need only apply if yo u have not previously applied for a special assessment level freeze\; if y our household income is less than $75\,594\; you have recently reached the age of 65\; become a disabled Veteran with a 50% or more service connecte d disability\, or 100% disabled through the Social Security Administration . For more information on the qualifications to file for these "Special As sessment Level Freezes" and the documentation needed\, please call the Cal casieu Parish Assessor’s Office at 337-721-3000. *Applicants must bring pr oof of age\, proof of disability and proof of income (as required by law) for the "Special Assessment Level Freezes”. **May be applied for during re gular office hours 8:30-4:30 M-F at the Lake Charles Office\, 1011 Lakesho re Dr.\, #101 OR on Wednesday mornings 8:30-Noon at our West- Cal Satellit e Office\, 500A N. Huntington St.\, Sulphur. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Calcasieu Parish Assessor\, Wendy Curphy Ag uillard\, and Staff\, will be at the DeQuincy Senior Center (500 S . Grand Ave.\, Ste. B\, DeQuincy) to provide an opportunity for o ur local Seniors\, Disabled Veterans\, &\; Disabled citizens to sign fo r "\;Special Assessment Level Freezes"\; without having to fight t he "\;Bridge Traffic"\; to come to our Lake Charles office. "\ ;Special Assessment Level Freezes"\; freeze the value of your property against any future adjustments due to reassessm ent.

You need only apply if you have not previously applied for a special assessment level freeze\; if your household income is less than $7 5\,594\; you have recently reached the age of 65\; become a disabled Veter an with a 50% or more service connected disability\, or 100% disabled thro ugh the Social Security Administration.

For more information on th e qualifications to file for these "\;Special Assessment Level Freezes "\; and the documentation needed\, please call the Calcasieu Parish As sessor’s Office at 337-721-3000.

*Applicants must bring proof of a ge\, proof of disability and proof of income (as required by law) for the "\;Special Assessment Level Freezes”.

**May be applied for dur ing regular office hours 8:30-4:30 M-F at the Lake Charles Office\, 1011 L akeshore Dr.\, #101 OR on Wednesday mornings 8:30-Noon at our West- Cal Sa tellite Office\, 500A N. Huntington St.\, Sulphur.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190820T1924000Z-583899-885@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190615T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190616T020000 SUMMARY:Juneteenth Freedom Festival: Cotton Club DESCRIPTION:Zephyr’s\, 710 Ryan Street\, starting at 9pm to 2am Relive the 1920’s nightlife by dressing the part and enjoying the tunes Tickets: $25 each X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Zephyr&rsquo\;s\, 710 Ryan Street\, startin g at 9pm to 2am
Relive the 1920&rsquo\;s nightlife by dressing the pa rt and enjoying the tunes
Tickets: $25 each
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Zephyr's UID:20190520T2138070Z-583899-718@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190615T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190615T180000 SUMMARY:Juneteenth Freedom Festival: Freedom Festival DESCRIPTION:2000 block of Opelousas Street from 10am to 6pm Block party for all ages\, music and local vendors Featuring: Rusty Metoyer and The Zyde co Krush Chester Daigle and City Heat Jarvis Jacobs and the Gents Robert S axey Nebe Nezey Michael Davis Harold Guillory Members Only Marcus Davis an d Bre’ Darrell King X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
2000 block of Opelousas Street from 10am to 6pm
Block party for all ages\, music and local vendors

Featu ring: \;

Rusty Metoyer and The Zydeco Krush
Chester Daigl e and City Heat
Jarvis Jacobs and the Gents
Robert Saxey
Ne be Nezey
Michael Davis
Harold Guillory
Members Only
Ma rcus Davis and Bre&rsquo\;
Darrell King
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:2000 Opelousas Street\, Lake Charles UID:20190520T2137160Z-583899-717@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190616T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190616T180000 SUMMARY:Juneteenth Freedom Festival: Father's Day Family Festival DESCRIPTION:Wiley B. McMillin Park 1pm to 6pm Celebrate Fathers and family life. Enjoy food\, drinks\, family activities and local vendors X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Wiley B. McMillin Park 1pm to 6pm
Cele brate Fathers and family life. Enjoy food\, drinks\, family activities and local vendors
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Wiley B. McMilin Park UID:20190520T2139000Z-583899-719@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190617T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190618T000000 SUMMARY:Juneteenth Freedom Festival: Black Woman's Health Day DESCRIPTION:SWLA Center for Health Services\, Lake Charles 9am to 5pm Works hops\, classes and pampering Unity Yoga class at 9am Unity Zydeco Aerobics at Noon X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
SWLA Center for Health Services\, Lake Char les 9am to 5pm
Workshops\, classes and pampering
Unity Yoga clas s at 9am
Unity Zydeco Aerobics at Noon
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:SWLA Center for Health Services UID:20190520T2140250Z-583899-721@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190613T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190613T220000 SUMMARY:Juneteenth Freedom Festival: Opening Ceremony DESCRIPTION:Opening Freedom Ceremony Magnolia House\, 932 Enterprise Boulev ard from 7pm to 10pm We kick off the celebration with and an Opening Cerem ony and Black Excellence Awards dinner Tickets: $75 each X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Opening Freedom Ceremony

Magnolia H ouse\, 932 Enterprise Boulevard from 7pm to 10pm
We kick off the cele bration with and an Opening Ceremony and Black Excellence Awards dinner

Tickets: $75 each
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Magnolia House UID:20190520T2132560Z-583899-713@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190614T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190614T203000 SUMMARY:Juneteenth Freedom Festival: Kiwanis Jam DESCRIPTION:Lake Charles Civic Center starting at 7:30pm Celebrate the 46th year for the North Lake Charles Kiwanis at their annual Juneteenth event Tickets: www.kiwanisnorthlakecharles.com X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Lake Charles Civic Center starting at 7:30p m

Celebrate the 46th year for the North Lake Charles Kiwanis at th eir annual Juneteenth event
Tickets: www.kiwanisnorthlakecharles.com< /p> CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20190520T2134010Z-583899-714@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190614T220000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190615T000000 SUMMARY:Juneteenth Freedom Festival: Juke Joint DESCRIPTION:Boutte’s\, 902 8th Street from 10pm until Dress in the fashion of the late 40’s and early 50’s and be ready to dance Tickets: Exclusive o nly to Sponsors and Underground Pass~~ holders X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Boutte&rsquo\;s\, 902 8th Street from 10pm until
Dress in the fashion of the late 40&rsquo\;s and early 50&rsquo \;s and be ready to dance
Tickets: Exclusive only to Sponsors and Und erground Pass~~ holders
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Boutte's UID:20190520T2134560Z-583899-715@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190625T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190625T160000 SUMMARY:Cybersecurity Workshop: Webinar or In Person DESCRIPTION:Northrop Grumman\, with the USC Center for Economic Developmnt\ , is offering free cybersecurity training to small businesses through an A ir Force Small Business Office Mentor Protege Program. This workshop is op en to all small businesses. Advance Registration is required. This worksho p will be held at the Baton Rouge Marriott\, but a webinar is also availab le! Click here for more information or to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Northrop Gr umman\, with the USC Center for Economic Developmnt\, is offering free cyb ersecurity training to small businesses through an Air Force Small Busines s Office Mentor Protege Program. This workshop is open to all small busine sses. Advance Registration is required.

This workshop will be held at the Baton Rouge Marriott\, but a webinar is also available!

\;

Click here for more information or to register.

\;
CATEGORIES:Education UID:20190520T2131100Z-583899-712@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190616 SUMMARY:Juneteenth Freedom Festival: Unity Bike Ride DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html: CATEGORIES:General UID:20190520T2139300Z-583899-720@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190618T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190619T000000 SUMMARY:Juneteenth Freedom Festival: Black Men's Health Day DESCRIPTION:SWLA Center for Health Services\, Lake Charles 9am to 5pm Works hops\, classes and stress relieving Unity Yoga class at 9am Unity Zydeco A erobics at Noon X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
SWLA Center for Health Services\, Lake Char les 9am to 5pm
Workshops\, classes and stress relieving
Unity Yo ga class at 9am
Unity Zydeco Aerobics at Noon
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:SWLA Center for Health Services UID:20190520T2141020Z-583899-722@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190416T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190416T120000 SUMMARY:Calcasieu Parish Assessor's Office Senior/Veteran/Disability Freeze s DESCRIPTION:Calcasieu Parish Assessor\, Wendy Curphy Aguillard\, and Staff\ , will be at the Iowa Town Hall on Tuesday\, April 16\, 2019\, from 9:00 a .m. to 12:00 pm. They will be providing an opportunity for local Seniors\, Disabled Veterans\, & Disabled citizens to sign for "Special Assessment L evel Freezes" without having to fight the "Bridge Traffic" to come to the Lake Charles office. "Special Assessment Level Freezes" freeze the value o f your property against any future adjustments due to reassessment. You ne ed only apply if you have not previously applied for a special assessment level freeze\; if your household income is less than $75\,594\; you have r ecently reached the age of 65\; become a disabled Veteran with a 50% or mo re service connected disability\, or 100% disabled through the Social Secu rity Administration. For more information on the qualifications to file fo r these "Special Assessment Level Freezes" and the documentation needed\, please call the Calcasieu Parish Assessor’s Office at 337-721-3000. *Appli cants must bring proof of age\, proof of disability and proof of income (a s required by law) for the "Special Assessment Level Freezes”. **May be ap plied for during regular office hours 8:30-4:30 M-F at the Lake Charles Of fice\, 1011 Lakeshore Dr.\, #101 OR on Wednesday mornings 8:30-Noon at our West-Cal Satellite Office\, 500A N. Huntington St.\, Sulphur. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Calcasieu Parish Assessor\, Wendy Curphy Ag uillard\, and Staff\, will be at the Iowa Town Ha ll on Tuesday\, April 16\, 2019\, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 pm. They will be providing an opportunity for local Seniors\, Di sabled Veterans\, &\; Disabled citizens to sign for "\;Special Asse ssment Level Freezes"\; without having to fight the "\;Bridge Traf fic"\; to come to the Lake Charles office. "\;Special Assessment L evel Freezes"\; freeze the value of your pro perty against any future adjustments due to reassessment.

You need only apply if you have not previously applied for a special assessment le vel freeze\; if your household income is less than $75\,594\; you have rec ently reached the age of 65\; become a disabled Veteran with a 50% or more service connected disability\, or 100% disabled through the Social Securi ty Administration.

For more information on the qualifications to f ile for these "\;Special Assessment Level Freezes"\; and the docum entation needed\, please call the Calcasieu Parish Assessor’s Office at 33 7-721-3000.

*Applicants must bring proof of age\, proof of disabil ity and proof of income (as required by law) for the "\;Special Assess ment Level Freezes”.

**May be applied for during regular office ho urs 8:30-4:30 M-F at the Lake Charles Office\, 1011 Lakeshore Dr.\, #101 O R on Wednesday mornings 8:30-Noon at our West-Cal Satellite Office\, 500A N. Huntington St.\, Sulphur.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190403T1549460Z-583899-640@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190418T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190418T120000 SUMMARY:Calcasieu Parish Assessor's Office Senior/Veteran/Disability Freeze s DESCRIPTION:Calcasieu Parish Assessor\, Wendy Curphy Aguillard\, and Staff\ , will be at the Vinton Town Hall on Thursday\, April 18\, 2019\, from 9:0 0 a.m. to 12:00 pm. They will be providing an opportunity for local Senior s\, Disabled Veterans\, & Disabled citizens to sign for "Special Assessmen t Level Freezes" without having to fight the "Bridge Traffic" to come to t he Lake Charles office. "Special Assessment Level Freezes" freeze the valu e of your property against any future adjustments due to reassessment. You need only apply if you have not previously applied for a special assessme nt level freeze\; if your household income is less than $75\,594\; you hav e recently reached the age of 65\; become a disabled Veteran with a 50% or more service connected disability\, or 100% disabled through the Social S ecurity Administration. For more information on the qualifications to file for these "Special Assessment Level Freezes" and the documentation needed \, please call the Calcasieu Parish Assessor’s Office at 337-721-3000. *Ap plicants must bring proof of age\, proof of disability and proof of income (as required by law) for the "Special Assessment Level Freezes”. **May be applied for during regular office hours 8:30-4:30 M-F at the Lake Charles Office\, 1011 Lakeshore Dr.\, #101 OR on Wednesday mornings 8:30-Noon at our West-Cal Satellite Office\, 500A N. Huntington St.\, Sulphur. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Calcasieu Parish Assessor\, Wendy Curphy Ag uillard\, and Staff\, will be at the Vinton Town Hall on Thursday\, April 18\, 2019\, from 9:00 a.m. to 12 :00 pm. They will be providing an opportunity for local Seniors\, Disabled Veterans\, &\; Disabled citizens to sign for "\;Special A ssessment Level Freezes"\; without having to fight the "\;Bridge T raffic"\; to come to the Lake Charles office. "\;Special Assessmen t Level Freezes"\; freeze the value of your property against any future adjustments due to reassessment.

You n eed only apply if you have not previously applied for a special assessment level freeze\; if your household income is less than $75\,594\; you have recently reached the age of 65\; become a disabled Veteran with a 50% or m ore service connected disability\, or 100% disabled through the Social Sec urity Administration.

For more information on the qualifications t o file for these "\;Special Assessment Level Freezes"\; and the do cumentation needed\, please call the Calcasieu Parish Assessor’s Office at 337-721-3000.

*Applicants must bring proof of age\, proof of disa bility and proof of income (as required by law) for the "\;Special Ass essment Level Freezes”.

**May be applied for during regular office hours 8:30-4:30 M-F at the Lake Charles Office\, 1011 Lakeshore Dr.\, #10 1 OR on Wednesday mornings 8:30-Noon at our West-Cal Satellite Office\, 50 0A N. Huntington St.\, Sulphur.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190403T1550110Z-583899-641@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190924T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190924T120000 SUMMARY:Iowa Senior Center-Senior/Veteran/Disability Freezes DESCRIPTION:Calcasieu Parish Assessor\, Wendy Curphy Aguillard\, and Staff\ , will be at the Iowa Senior Center (800 Factory Dr.\, Ste. 116\, Iowa) to provide an opportunity for our local Seniors\, Disabled Veterans\, & Disa bled citizens to sign for "Special Assessment Level Freezes" without havin g to fight the "Bridge Traffic" to come to our Lake Charles office. "Speci al Assessment Level Freezes" freeze the value of your property against any future adjustments due to reassessment. You need only apply if you have n ot previously applied for a special assessment level freeze\; if your hous ehold income is less than $75\,594\; you have recently reached the age of 65\; become a disabled Veteran with a 50% or more service connected disabi lity\, or 100% disabled through the Social Security Administration. For mo re information on the qualifications to file for these "Special Assessment Level Freezes" and the documentation needed\, please call the Calcasieu P arish Assessor’s Office at 337-721-3000. *Applicants must bring proof of a ge\, proof of disability and proof of income (as required by law) for the "Special Assessment Level Freezes”. **May be applied for during regular of fice hours 8:30-4:30 M-F at the Lake Charles Office\, 1011 Lakeshore Dr.\, #101 OR on Wednesday mornings 8:30-Noon at our West- Cal Satellite Office \, 500A N. Huntington St.\, Sulphur. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Calcasieu Parish Assessor\, Wendy Curphy Ag uillard\, and Staff\, will be at the Iowa Senior Center (800 Facto ry Dr.\, Ste. 116\, Iowa) to provide an opportunity for our local Seniors\, Disabled Veterans\, &\; Disabled citizens to sign for "\ ;Special Assessment Level Freezes"\; without having to fight the " \;Bridge Traffic"\; to come to our Lake Charles office. "\;Special Assessment Level Freezes"\; freeze the value of your property against any future adjustments due to reassessment.

You need only apply if you have not previously applied for a special assessment level freeze\; if your household income is less than $75\,594\; you have recently reached the age of 65\; become a disabled Veteran with a 50% or more service connected disability\, or 100% disabled through the Social Security Administration.

For more information on the qualif ications to file for these "\;Special Assessment Level Freezes"\; and the documentation needed\, please call the Calcasieu Parish Assessor’s Office at 337-721-3000.

*Applicants must bring proof of age\, pro of of disability and proof of income (as required by law) for the "\;S pecial Assessment Level Freezes”.

**May be applied for during regu lar office hours 8:30-4:30 M-F at the Lake Charles Office\, 1011 Lakeshore Dr.\, #101 OR on Wednesday mornings 8:30-Noon at our West- Cal Satellite Office\, 500A N. Huntington St.\, Sulphur.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190820T1930020Z-583899-886@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190930T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190930T120000 SUMMARY:Vinton Senior Center-Senior/Veteran/Disability Freezes DESCRIPTION:Calcasieu Parish Assessor\, Wendy Curphy Aguillard\, and Staff\ , will be at the Vinton Senior Center (915 West St.\, Vinton) to provide a n opportunity for our local Seniors\, Disabled Veterans\, & Disabled citiz ens to sign for "Special Assessment Level Freezes" without having to fight the "Bridge Traffic" to come to our Lake Charles office. "Special Assessm ent Level Freezes" freeze the value of your property against any future ad justments due to reassessment. You need only apply if you have not previou sly applied for a special assessment level freeze\; if your household inco me is less than $75\,594\; you have recently reached the age of 65\; becom e a disabled Veteran with a 50% or more service connected disability\, or 100% disabled through the Social Security Administration. For more informa tion on the qualifications to file for these "Special Assessment Level Fre ezes" and the documentation needed\, please call the Calcasieu Parish Asse ssor’s Office at 337-721-3000. *Applicants must bring proof of age\, proof of disability and proof of income (as required by law) for the "Special A ssessment Level Freezes”. **May be applied for during regular office hours 8:30-4:30 M-F at the Lake Charles Office\, 1011 Lakeshore Dr.\, #101 OR o n Wednesday mornings 8:30-Noon at our West- Cal Satellite Office\, 500A N. Huntington St.\, Sulphur. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Calcasieu Parish Assessor\, Wendy Curphy Ag uillard\, and Staff\, will be at the Vinton Senior Center (915 Wes t St.\, Vinton) to provide an opportunity for our local Seniors\, Disabled Veterans\, &\; Disabled citizens to sign for "\;Special A ssessment Level Freezes"\; without having to fight the "\;Bridge T raffic"\; to come to our Lake Charles office. "\;Special Assessmen t Level Freezes"\; freeze the value of your property against any future adjustments due to reassessment.

You n eed only apply if you have not previously applied for a special assessment level freeze\; if your household income is less than $75\,594\; you have recently reached the age of 65\; become a disabled Veteran with a 50% or m ore service connected disability\, or 100% disabled through the Social Sec urity Administration.

For more information on the qualifications t o file for these "\;Special Assessment Level Freezes"\; and the do cumentation needed\, please call the Calcasieu Parish Assessor’s Office at 337-721-3000.

*Applicants must bring proof of age\, proof of disa bility and proof of income (as required by law) for the "\;Special Ass essment Level Freezes”.

**May be applied for during regular office hours 8:30-4:30 M-F at the Lake Charles Office\, 1011 Lakeshore Dr.\, #10 1 OR on Wednesday mornings 8:30-Noon at our West- Cal Satellite Office\, 5 00A N. Huntington St.\, Sulphur.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190820T1930020Z-583899-887@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190619T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190619T220000 SUMMARY:Juneteenth Freedom Festival: Finale & Fireworks DESCRIPTION:Downtown Lake Charles at 7pm Gather to walk to the Civic Center Amphitheater for the Closing Ceremony Fireworks at Lake Charles Civic Cen ter starting at 8:30pm X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Downtown Lake Charles at 7pm
Gather to walk to the Civic Center Amphitheater for the Closing Ceremony

Fi reworks at Lake Charles Civic Center starting at 8:30pm
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20190520T2142070Z-583899-723@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200311 SUMMARY:All Roads Lead to Chaco Canyon DESCRIPTION:This event takes a practical approach to Native economic develo pment by teaching participants the legal framework behind the political st atus of Native Nations. The conference is from March 11 - 13 and attendees can earn CLE credits. Click here for more information. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This event takes a practical approach to Native economic development by teaching part icipants the legal framework behind the political status of Native Nations .

The conference is from M arch 11 - 13 and attendees can earn CLE credits.

Click here for more information.< /p> CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Coushatta Casino UID:20200303T1928100Z-583899-1084@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200228T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200228T090000 SUMMARY:West Calcasieu Chamber: Coffee with the Mayor DESCRIPTION:Coffee with Vinton Mayor Kenny Stinson X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Coffee with Vinton Mayor Kenny Stinson
CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:Vinton Senior Center UID:20200207T1431590Z-583899-1058@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210224T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210224T150000 SUMMARY:Let's Set the Stage for 0-3 Webinar DESCRIPTION:Join us to get more information about Early Steps Transition. China Guillory – Community Outreach Specialist will walk you through the process of Transition from Early Steps. Guest Speaker: Mylinda Elliott wil l discuss IDEA transition for 3 year olds. Click here to register X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us to get more information about Ear ly Steps Transition.

\;

China Guillory &ndash \; Community Outreach Specialist will walk you through the process of Tran sition from Early Steps. Guest Speaker: Mylinda Elliott will discuss IDEA transition for 3 year olds.

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Click here to register
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20210224T1429000Z-583899-1144@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190425T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190425T120000 SUMMARY:Calcasieu Parish Assessor's Office Senior/Veteran/Disability Freeze s DESCRIPTION:Calcasieu Parish Assessor\, Wendy Curphy Aguillard\, and Staff\ , will be at the DeQuincy City Hall on Thursday\, April 25\, 2019\, from 9 :00 a.m. to 12:00 pm. They will be providing an opportunity for local Seni ors\, Disabled Veterans\, & Disabled citizens to sign for "Special Assessm ent Level Freezes" without having to fight the "Bridge Traffic" to come to the Lake Charles office. "Special Assessment Level Freezes" freeze the va lue of your property against any future adjustments due to reassessment. Y ou need only apply if you have not previously applied for a special assess ment level freeze\; if your household income is less than $75\,594\; you h ave recently reached the age of 65\; become a disabled Veteran with a 50% or more service connected disability\, or 100% disabled through the Social Security Administration. For more information on the qualifications to fi le for these "Special Assessment Level Freezes" and the documentation need ed\, please call the Calcasieu Parish Assessor’s Office at 337-721-3000. * Applicants must bring proof of age\, proof of disability and proof of inco me (as required by law) for the "Special Assessment Level Freezes”. **May be applied for during regular office hours 8:30-4:30 M-F at the Lake Charl es Office\, 1011 Lakeshore Dr.\, #101 OR on Wednesday mornings 8:30-Noon a t our West-Cal Satellite Office\, 500A N. Huntington St.\, Sulphur. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Calcasieu Parish Assessor\, Wendy Curphy Ag uillard\, and Staff\, will be at the DeQuincy City Hall on Thursday\, April 25\, 2019\, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 pm. They will be providing an opportunity for local Seniors \, Disabled Veterans\, &\; Disabled citizens to sign for "\;Special Assessment Level Freezes"\; without having to fight the "\;Bridge Traffic"\; to come to the Lake Charles office. "\;Special Assessm ent Level Freezes"\; freeze the value of you r property against any future adjustments due to reassessment.

You need only apply if you have not previously applied for a special assessme nt level freeze\; if your household income is less than $75\,594\; you hav e recently reached the age of 65\; become a disabled Veteran with a 50% or more service connected disability\, or 100% disabled through the Social S ecurity Administration.

For more information on the qualifications to file for these "\;Special Assessment Level Freezes"\; and the documentation needed\, please call the Calcasieu Parish Assessor’s Office at 337-721-3000.

*Applicants must bring proof of age\, proof of di sability and proof of income (as required by law) for the "\;Special A ssessment Level Freezes”.

**May be applied for during regular offi ce hours 8:30-4:30 M-F at the Lake Charles Office\, 1011 Lakeshore Dr.\, # 101 OR on Wednesday mornings 8:30-Noon at our West-Cal Satellite Office\, 500A N. Huntington St.\, Sulphur.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190403T1554310Z-583899-642@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190417T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190417T190000 SUMMARY:Business After Hours Mixer DESCRIPTION:West Calcashieu Chamber of Commerce Door Prizes and Hors D'oeur ves will be served. $5.00 for Non Memebers. $1.00 for Members Bring Your Business Card for a Door Prize X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
West Calcashieu Chamber of Commerce

Door Prizes and Hors D'oeurves will be served. \;

$5.00 for N on Memebers. $1.00 for Members \;

Bring Your Business Card for a Door Prize
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:RSVP: stacie@westcal.org UID:20190401T1415020Z-583899-626@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191207T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191207T203000 SUMMARY:Light up the Lake DESCRIPTION: Santa Claus is coming to town during the annual Light up the Lake Christmas Celebration on Saturday\, December 7. This year’s event wil l mark the City’s first lighted night parade through historic downtown Lak e Charles. Beginning at 6:30 p.m.\, local groups will join Santa for a fes tive journey from Pine Street\, south on Ryan\, concluding at 7th Street. Lake Charles Toyota/Scion is the official sponsor of this year’s street pa rade. After the parade\, the fun will move to the Lake Charles Civic Cent er as residents gather around the front lawn for a lighting ceremony led b y Mayor Nic Hunter. Local girl scouts groups and the Barbe High String Orc hestra will entertain the crowd with everyone’s favorite Christmas carols. At 7:30 p.m.\, Mayor Hunter will flip the switch to light up the tree as well as the many brilliant ornaments positioned at the Civic Center entran ce. Captains are called upon to round up the crew for the annual lighted boat parade at 8:15 p.m. An assortment of boats reflecting the spirit of the season will parade past spectators along the Lakefront Promenade. Awar ds and prizes will be given for the best decorated boats 35 ft. & under an d 36 ft. & over. Categories include first through third place\, best of sh ow and best crew.   At 8:45 p.m. tune into KBYS 88.3 FM McNeese Radio for the simulcast music as the fireworks extravaganza will light up the lake. Food vendors will be available on the lakefront this evening. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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Santa Claus is coming to to wn during the annual Light up the Lake Christmas Celebration on Saturday\, December 7. This year&rsquo\;s event will mark the City&rsquo\;s first li ghted night parade through historic downtown Lake Charles. Beginning at 6: 30 p.m.\, local groups will join Santa for a festive journey from Pine Str eet\, south on Ryan\, concluding at 7^th \;Street. Lake Char les Toyota/Scion is the official sponsor of this year&rsquo\;s street para de. \;

After the parade\, the fun will move to the Lake Charle s Civic Center as residents gather around the front lawn for a lighting ce remony led by Mayor Nic Hunter. Local girl scouts groups and the Barbe Hig h String Orchestra will entertain the crowd with everyone&rsquo\;s favorit e Christmas carols. At 7:30 p.m.\, Mayor Hunter will flip the switch to li ght up the tree as well as the many brilliant ornaments positioned at the Civic Center entrance. \;

Captains are called upon to round up the crew for the annual lighted boat parade at 8:15 p.m. \; An assort ment of boats reflecting the spirit of the season will parade past spectat ors along the Lakefront Promenade. Awards and prizes will be given for the best decorated boats 35 ft. &\; under and 36 ft. &\; over. Categori es include first through third place\, best of show and best crew. \;& nbsp\;

At 8:45 p.m. tune into KBYS 88.3 FM McNeese Radio for the s imulcast music as the fireworks extravaganza will light up the lake. \ ; Food vendors will be available on the lakefront this evening.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment UID:20191203T1640120Z-583899-1009@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191005T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191005T170000 SUMMARY:Shut Up & Listen: Book Tour DESCRIPTION:For entrepreneurs ready to reach the next level of success\, sm all owner turned multi-buillionaire\, Tilman Fertitta shares the commonsen se principles that have rocketed his empire to the top in his new book: Sh ut Up & Listen. Locally\, you can attend this book tour from 4 p.m. to 5 p .m. at the Golden Nugget. To learn more\, visit tilmanfertitta.com X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
For entrepr eneurs ready to reach the next level of success\, small owner turned multi -buillionaire\, Tilman Fertitta shares the commonsense principles that hav e rocketed his empire to the top in his new book: Shut Up & \; Listen.

Lo cally\, you can attend this book tour from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Golden Nugget.

To learn more\, vis it tilmanfertitta.com
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Golden Nugget UID:20190917T1355060Z-583899-909@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190627T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190627T193000 SUMMARY:LaCAN Membership Meeting DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend a LaCAN Membership Meeting on Thursda y\, June 27\, 2019 from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at Families Helping Families of SWLA\, 2927 Hodges Street\, Lake Charles\, LA 70601. It is a time to g et together and talk about what happened during the past Legislative Sessi on. Come learn about LaCAN and Advocacy in between sessions.   They wil l supply fried chicken.  You are welcome to bring a side dish to share!   Contact Mylinda Elliott at info@fhfswla.org or 337-436-2570 to RSVP. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
You are invited to attend a LaCAN Members hip Meeting on Thursday\, June 27\, 2019 from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at Famili es Helping Families of SWLA\, 2927 Hodges Street\, Lake Charles\, LA 70601 . \;

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It is a time to get together and talk about what happened during the past Legislative Session. \; Come learn about LaCAN and Advocacy in between sessions. \; \;
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They will supply fried chicken. \; \;You a re welcome to \;bring a side dish to share! \; \;

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Contact Mylinda Elliott at \;info@fhfswla.org \;or 337-436-2570 to RSVP.

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CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:Families Helping Families UID:20190613T1437220Z-583899-772@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190620T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190620T133000 SUMMARY:How to Introduce Your Child to New Providers: Webinar DESCRIPTION:Visit https://tinyurl.com/y4mzfdx9 for more information and/or to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Visit https://tinyurl.com/y4mzfdx9 for more information and/or to register.
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement UID:20190613T1440400Z-583899-773@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190409T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190409T150000 SUMMARY:Get to Know the Advocacy Center DESCRIPTION:You are invited to: 'Get to Know the Advocacy Center' on Tuesda y\, April 9\, 2019 from 1 PM to 3 PM at Families Helping Families of SWLA. Our guest speaker from the Advocacy Center will be Christy Cormier\, Com munity Living Ombudsman. She will discuss the programs and services of th e Advocacy Center. The Advocacy Center of Louisiana (AC) is the protection and advocacy (P&A) system for Louisiana. AC protects\, empowers\, and adv ocates for people with disabilities throughout the state\, and for adults over age 60 in Orleans Parish with or without a disability. The Advocacy C enter of Louisiana provides services to people with disabilities and seni ors regardless of income. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
You are invited to: 'Get to Know the Advoca cy Center' on Tuesday\, April 9\, 2019 from 1 PM to 3 PM at Families Helpi ng Families of SWLA. \; Our guest speaker from the Advocacy Center wil l be Christy Cormier\, Community Living Ombudsman. \; She will discuss the programs and services of the Advocacy Center.

T he Advocacy Center of Louisiana (AC) is the protection and advocacy (P& \;A) system for Louisiana. AC protects\, empowers\, and advocates for peop le with disabilities throughout the state\, and for adults over age 60 in Orleans Parish with or without a disability. The Advocacy Center of Louisi ana provides \;
services to people with disabilities and seniors regardless of income.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190401T1418000Z-583899-627@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190404 SUMMARY:April Teen Connection Seminars Schedules DESCRIPTION:April Teen Connection Seminars will be held from 5 – 6 p.m. Thu rsday\, April 4\, and Thursday\, April 18\, at the Cpl Donald Ray Stevens Center\, formerly Goosport Recreation\, located at 1619 Cessford St. On Thursday\, April 4\, representatives from Wells Fargo will present Money B asics for Teens. Making sound financial decisions from day one is an impor tant step for teens on the path to adulthood. This informative session abo ut the many things teens need to know when entering the financial world fo r the first time is one of our most popular. On Thursday\, April 18\, Te en Connection will take a closer look at How to Establish Credit. A good c redit store is an important part of building a solid financial foundation. Learning proper money management\, including how to responsibly use credi t is an important skill for young adults approaching adulthood. This Teen Connection will focus on how teens can go about establishing and responsib ly using credit. In October 2017\, the City of Lake Charles began hostin g Teen Connection for teenagers\, 13 to 18 years old\, in Calcasieu Parish . All sessions are offered free of charge. Teen Connection is designed t o help teenagers learn job skills\, college prep\, social media\, intervie w skills\, and ACT prep among others. The classes are instructed by educat ors\, government officials\, and business leaders in the community. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
April Teen Connection Seminars will be held from 5 &ndash\; 6 p.m. Thursday\, April 4\, and Thursday \, April 18\, at the Cpl Donald Ray Stevens Center\, formerly Goosport Rec reation\, located at 1619 Cessford St.

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On Thursday\, April 4\, \;representatives from Wells Fargo will present \;Money Basics for Teens. \;Making sound financia l decisions from day one is an important step for teens on the path to adu lthood. This informative session about the many things teens need to know when entering the financial world for the first time is one of our most po pular.

\;

On Thursday\, April 18\, T een Connection will take a closer look at \;How to Establish Credi t. \;A good credit store is an important part of building a solid financial foundation. Learning proper money management\, including how to responsibly use credit is an important skill for young adults approaching adulthood. This Teen Connection will focus on how teens can go about esta blishing and responsibly using credit.

\;

In October 2017\, the City of Lake Charles began hosting Teen Connection for teenager s\, 13 to 18 years old\, in Calcasieu Parish. All sessions are offered fre e of charge.

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Teen Connection is designed to help t eenagers learn job skills\, college prep\, social media\, interview skills \, and ACT prep among others. The classes are instructed by educators\, go vernment officials\, and business leaders in the community.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190401T1419530Z-583899-628@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200116T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200116T180000 SUMMARY:Teen Connection: Careers in Technology DESCRIPTION:Careers in technology are on the rise\, and it is important for students to learn about the opportunities that exist in the technology se ctor. Topic: Upload Your Future—Careers in Technology Date: Thursday\, January 16\, 2020 Time: 5pm to 6pm Location: 1619 Cessford Street (Donal d Ray Stevens Recreation Center) For more information\, call (337) 491-128 7 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Careers in technology are on the rise\, and it is important for students to learn about the opportunities that exist in the technology sector. \; \;

Topic: Upload Your Future &mdash\;Careers in Technology

Date: \; Thursday\, January 16\, 2020

Time: \; 5pm to 6pm

Location: 1619 Cessford Stre et (Donald Ray Stevens Recreation Center)

For more information\, c all (337) 491-1287
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Donald Ray Stevens Community Center UID:20200110T1938370Z-583899-1041@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181214T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181214T200000 SUMMARY:Lake Charles Community Band: Christmas Concert DESCRIPTION:The Lake Charles Community Band will hold a Christmas Concert o n Friday\, December 14 at 7 p.m. at Trinity Baptist Church\, 1800 Country Club Road. The concert is open to the public with free admission. The band will be accompanied by the Our Lady Queen of Heaven Youth Choir and the S aint Louis High Choir. The program will include many traditional favorites such as “Jingle Bell Fantasy” and “Do You Hear What I Hear” as well as se lections from “Polar Express” and a few surprises. The Community Band is under the direction of retired Fred Roeder and he is assisted by Leo Murra y. The make-up of the band includes professional musicians\, band director s\, teachers\, retirees\, housewives\, craftsmen\, professionals and stude nts. The band is an all-volunteer group\, which is dedicated to sharing lo ve of music with the public. The band is supported by grants from the C ity of Lake Charles\, Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention& Visitor s Bureau\, and the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury as administered by the Art s and Humanities Council of SWLA. Funding is also provided by Phillips 66 \, “Note-Donations” and the “Friends of the LCCB” donations at different l evels. For more information contact Brenda Harrington\, President at 713- 825-6864 or e-mail at bmhtrmpt@aol.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Lake Charles Community Band will hold a Christmas Concert on Friday\, December 14 at 7 p.m. at Trinity Baptist Ch urch\, 1800 Country Club Road. The concert is open to the public with free admission. The band will be accompanied by the Our Lady Queen of Heaven Y outh Choir and the Saint Louis High Choir. The program will include many t raditional favorites such as &ldquo\;Jingle Bell Fantasy&rdquo\; and &ldqu o\;Do You Hear What I Hear&rdquo\; as well as selections from &ldquo\;Pola r Express&rdquo\; and a few surprises. \;

The Community Band i s under the direction of retired Fred Roeder and he is assisted by Leo Mur ray. The make-up of the band includes professional musicians\, band direct ors\, teachers\, retirees\, housewives\, craftsmen\, professionals and stu dents. The band is an all-volunteer group\, which is dedicated to sharing love of music with the public. \; \;

The band is supporte d by grants from the City of Lake Charles\, Lake Charles/Southwest Louisia na Convention&\; Visitors Bureau\, and the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury as administered by the Arts and Humanities Council of SWLA. \; Fundin g is also provided by Phillips 66\, &ldquo\;Note-Donations&rdquo\; and the &ldquo\;Friends of the LCCB&rdquo\; donations at different levels. \; For more information contact Brenda Harrington\, President at 713-825-686 4 or e-mail at \;bmhtrmpt@aol.com.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Trinity Baptist Church UID:20181116T1745100Z-583899-419@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191019T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191019T140000 SUMMARY:Arts Fest: Going Wild DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, October 19th\, ArtsFest returns to engage area ch ildren in a free arts festival from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Lake Charles Civic Center’s Exhibition Hall. This event is hosted annually by the Arts Council of SWLA and the City of Lake Charles\, and it encourages creative expression through hands-on art projects. Local organizations and business es will host booths where children can craft fun and creative pieces of ar t that educate them on the 2019 theme of “Going Wild” which will incorpora te animals. Children can take home their art projects which cover a wide r ange of mediums including painting\, drawing\, sculpture\, and crafts. Art sFest will also feature the wildly popular one-on-one pottery lessons and featured performers in conjunction with Culture Fest. ArtsFest is sponsore d by the City of Lake Charles\, the Arts Council of SWLA\, L’Auberge Lake Charles\, ASI Printing\, Knight Media\, Inc.\, Image 360\, Stine Lumber\, The Art Factory\, Nick Reina State Farm\, and the Office of Cultural Devel opment. Area businesses or organizations interested in sponsoring or hosti ng a craft booth should contact the Arts Council at (337) 439-2787. For mo re information about ArtsFest\, or additional services and programming fro m the Arts Council\, visitwww.artscouncilswla.org. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
On Saturday\, October 19^th\, Art sFest returns to engage area children in a free arts festival from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Lake Charles Civic Center&rsquo\;s Exhibition Hall. This event is hosted annually by the Arts Council of SWLA and the City of Lake Charles\, and it encourages creative expression through hands-on art proj ects.

Local organizations and businesses will host booths where ch ildren can craft fun and creative pieces of art that educate them on the 2 019 theme of &ldquo\;Going Wild&rdquo\; which will incorporate animals. Ch ildren can take home their art projects which cover a wide range of medium s including painting\, drawing\, sculpture\, and crafts.

ArtsFest will also feature the wildly popular one-on-one pottery lessons and featur ed performers in conjunction with Culture Fest.

ArtsFest is sponso red by the City of Lake Charles\, the Arts Council of SWLA\, L&rsquo\;Aube rge Lake Charles\, ASI Printing\, Knight Media\, Inc.\, Image 360\, Stine Lumber\, The Art Factory\, Nick Reina State Farm\, and the Office of Cultu ral Development.

Area businesses or organizations interested in sp onsoring or hosting a craft booth should contact the Arts Council at (337) 439-2787.

For more information about ArtsFest\, or additional ser vices and programming from the Arts Council\, visitwww.artscouncilswla.org.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20190913T1541410Z-583899-905@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190713T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190713T200000 SUMMARY:Dancing Queen: The Music of ABBA DESCRIPTION:The Lake Charles Symphony is hosting an evening of music from A BBA - regarded as one of the all-time classic pop acts. Ticket are availa ble at www.LCSymphony.com or by calling (337) 433-1611. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Lake Charles Symphony is hosting an eve ning of music from ABBA - regarded as one of the all-time classic pop acts . \;

Ticket are available at \;www.LCSymphony.com or by calling (337) 433-16 11.

\;
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20190524T1850070Z-583899-724@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190401 SUMMARY:April is Stress Awareness Month DESCRIPTION:(337)429-5060 Take Time to Unwind... Stress causes the body to release excess cortisol. Cortisol is a hormone known to increase you appet ite and encourage cravings for fatty or sugary foods. Learn to deal with s tress in other ways beside poor eating habits. Call Healthy Size and let u s help you combat stressful eating. We want to help you become & maintain your Healthy Size! Combat Your Stress Recognize when you don't have contro l\, and let it go. Don't get anxious about situations that you cannot chan ge. Take control of your own reactions and focus your mind on something th at makes you feel calm and in control. Develop a vision for healthy living \, wellness\, and personal growth. Set realistic goals to help you realize your vision. Relax & Recharge Take a walk Read a book Spend time with fri ends or family Meditate Breath Do yoga Laugh Out Loud Listen to Music Keep a Journal & Write down your thoughts X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
(337)429-5060

Take Time to Unwind.. .

Stress causes the body to release excess cortisol. Cortisol is a hormone
known to increase you appetite and encourage cravings for fa tty or
sugary foods. Learn to deal with stress in other ways beside p oor eating

habits.

Call Healthy Size and let us help you c ombat stressful eating. We want

to help you become &\; maintain your Healthy Size!

Combat Your Stress
Recognize when you d on't have control\,
and let it go.
Don't get anxious about sit uations that
you cannot change.
Take control of your own react ions and
focus your mind on something that
makes you feel calm a nd in control.
Develop a vision for healthy living\,
wellness\ , and personal growth.
Set realistic goals to help you realize
your vision.

Relax &\; Recharge
Take a walk
Read a book
Spend time with friends or family
Meditate
Br eath
Do yoga
Laugh Out Loud
Listen to Music
Ke ep a Journal &\; Write down your
thoughts
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190401T1451430Z-583899-630@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190526T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190526T230000 SUMMARY:Bobby Brown + Bell Biv DeVoe at the Golden Nuggert DESCRIPTION:Ronnie DeVoe\, Bobby Brown\, Ricky Bell & Mike Bivens of New Ed ition\, now known as “RBRM”\, have joined forces to combine their extensiv e catalogue of high energy mega-hits and dynamic stage presence. Chart top ping smash hit records like “My Prerogative”\, “Every Little Step”\, “Rock Wit’cha”\, “Roni”\, [Brown] “Poison”\, “Do Me”\, “Thought It Was Me” and “Smile Again” [BBD] are timeless tracks that have stood the test of more t han Twenty-Five Years and continues to audibly paint the soundtrack of Mil lions of lives around the globe. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Ronnie DeVoe\, Bobby Brown\, Ricky Bell &am p\; Mike Bivens of New Edition\, now known as \;&ldquo\;RBRM&rdquo\;\, have joined forces to combine their extensive catalogue of high energy me ga-hits and dynamic stage presence.

Chart topping smash hit record s like &ldquo\;My Prerogative&rdquo\;\, &ldquo\;Every Little Step&rdquo\;\ , &ldquo\;Rock Wit&rsquo\;cha&rdquo\;\, &ldquo\;Roni&rdquo\;\, [Brown] &ld quo\;Poison&rdquo\;\, &ldquo\;Do Me&rdquo\;\, &ldquo\;Thought It Was Me&rd quo\; and &ldquo\;Smile Again&rdquo\; [BBD] are timeless tracks that have stood the test of more than Twenty-Five Years and continues to audibly pai nt the soundtrack of Millions of lives around the globe.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:https://www.goldennugget.com/lake-charles/entertainment/entertaine rs/RBRM-Ronnie-Bobby-Ricky-Mike/ UID:20190401T1434050Z-583899-629@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191005T060000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191005T140000 SUMMARY:Cheniere's 8th Annual Charitable Fishing Classic DESCRIPTION:Cost is $75 per participant. To register\, contact Cindy McGee at (337) 569-7708 or Amy Miller at (337) 569-7816. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Cost is $75 per participant. \;

To register\, contact Cindy McGee at (337) 569-7708 or Amy Miller at (337 ) 569-7816.
CATEGORIES:Outdoors UID:20190911T1610270Z-583899-895@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190808T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190808T200000 SUMMARY:'Together We Grow' Awards Banquet DESCRIPTION:The Alliance for Positive Growth is hosting their Positive Grow th Awards at a banquet to be held on August 8\, at L'Auberge Casino Resort . This year's guest speaker is Governor John Bel Edwards. Tickets\, Award Nominations\, and Sponsorship Opportunities are available at apgrowth.org /awards. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Alliance for Positive Growth is hosting their Positive Growth Awards at a banquet to be held on August 8\, at L'A uberge Casino Resort. \;

This year's guest speaker is Governor John Bel Edwards.

Tickets\, Award Nominations\, and Sponsorship O pportunities are available at apgrowth.org/awards.
CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:L'Auberge Casino Resort UID:20190619T2053460Z-583899-778@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190615 SUMMARY:Let's Start Reading DESCRIPTION:Families Helping Families is offering one-on-one literacy train ing\, vocabulary building strategies\, and at home reading strategies as w ell as free books. This free training is limited to 10 participants. Date s available to register: June 15\, 18\, 20 and 27. Call or email to regist er: (337) 436-2570 or info@fhfswla.org X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Families Helping Families is offering one-o n-one literacy training\, vocabulary building strategies\, and at home rea ding strategies as well as free books. \;

This free training i s limited to 10 participants.

Dates available to register: June 15 \, 18\, 20 and 27.

Call or email to register: (337) 436-2570 or in fo@fhfswla.org
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Families Helping Families UID:20190613T1454240Z-583899-779@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190618 SUMMARY:Let's Start Reading DESCRIPTION:Families Helping Families is offering one-on-one literacy train ing\, vocabulary building strategies\, and at home reading strategies as w ell as free books. This free training is limited to 10 participants. Date s available to register: June 15\, 18\, 20 and 27. Call or email to regist er: (337) 436-2570 or info@fhfswla.org X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Families Helping Families is offering one-o n-one literacy training\, vocabulary building strategies\, and at home rea ding strategies as well as free books. \;

This free training i s limited to 10 participants.

Dates available to register: June 15 \, 18\, 20 and 27.

Call or email to register: (337) 436-2570 or in fo@fhfswla.org
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Families Helping Families UID:20190613T1454460Z-583899-780@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190620 SUMMARY:Let's Start Reading DESCRIPTION:Families Helping Families is offering one-on-one literacy train ing\, vocabulary building strategies\, and at home reading strategies as w ell as free books. This free training is limited to 10 participants. Date s available to register: June 15\, 18\, 20 and 27. Call or email to regist er: (337) 436-2570 or info@fhfswla.org X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Families Helping Families is offering one-o n-one literacy training\, vocabulary building strategies\, and at home rea ding strategies as well as free books. \;

This free training i s limited to 10 participants.

Dates available to register: June 15 \, 18\, 20 and 27.

Call or email to register: (337) 436-2570 or in fo@fhfswla.org
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Families Helping Families UID:20190613T1455020Z-583899-781@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190627 SUMMARY:Let's Start Reading DESCRIPTION:Families Helping Families is offering one-on-one literacy train ing\, vocabulary building strategies\, and at home reading strategies as w ell as free books. This free training is limited to 10 participants. Date s available to register: June 15\, 18\, 20 and 27. Call or email to regist er: (337) 436-2570 or info@fhfswla.org X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Families Helping Families is offering one-o n-one literacy training\, vocabulary building strategies\, and at home rea ding strategies as well as free books. \;

This free training i s limited to 10 participants.

Dates available to register: June 15 \, 18\, 20 and 27.

Call or email to register: (337) 436-2570 or in fo@fhfswla.org
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Families Helping Families UID:20190613T1455210Z-583899-782@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190117T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190117T180000 SUMMARY:Teen Connection: Recipe to Real Estate DESCRIPTION:Teen Connection returns this week for the spring 2019 semester with sessions on Thursday\, January 10\, and Thursday\, January 17\, from 5 – 6 p.m. On Thursday\, January 17\, Teen Connection will take a closer look at careers in real estate and provide a Recipe to Real Estate. For th is session\, the City of Lake Charles is teaming up with Ward 3 Recreation and the event will be held at the Huber Park Community Center located at 2401 4th Ave. In October 2017\, the City of Lake Charles began hosting Te en Connection for teenagers\, 13 to 18 years old\, in Calcasieu Parish. Al l sessions are offered free of charge. Teen Connection is designed to hel p teenagers learn job skills\, college prep\, social media\, interview ski lls\, and ACT prep among others. The classes are instructed by educators\, government officials\, and business leaders in the community. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Teen Connection returns this week for the s pring 2019 semester with sessions on Thursday\, January 10\, and Thursday\ , January 17\, from 5 &ndash\; 6 p.m. \;

On Thursday\, January 17\, Teen Connection will take a closer look at careers in real estate an d provide a \;Recipe to Real Estate. \;For this session\, the City of Lake Charles is teaming up with Ward 3 Recreation and the eve nt will be held at the Huber Park Community Center located at 2401 4^{t
h} \;Ave. \;

In October 2017\, the City of Lake Charl es began hosting Teen Connection for teenagers\, 13 to 18 years old\, in C alcasieu Parish. All sessions are offered free of charge. \;

T een Connection is designed to help teenagers learn job skills\, college pr ep\, social media\, interview skills\, and ACT prep among others. The clas ses are instructed by educators\, government officials\, and business lead ers in the community.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Huber Park Community Center UID:20190107T1500360Z-583899-468@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190110T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190110T180000 SUMMARY:Teen Connection: Sports Scholarships DESCRIPTION:Teen Connection returns this week for the spring 2019 semester with sessions on Thursday\, January 10\, and Thursday\, January 17\, from 5 – 6 p.m. On Thursday\, January 10\, Teen Connection will tackle Sports Scholarships and what collegiate athlete hopefuls can do to improve their chances of being recruited. This session will be held at the Cpl Donald Ra y Stevens Center\, formerly Goosport Recreation\, located at 1619 Cessford St. In October 2017\, the City of Lake Charles began hosting Teen Connec tion for teenagers\, 13 to 18 years old\, in Calcasieu Parish. All session s are offered free of charge. Teen Connection is designed to help teenage rs learn job skills\, college prep\, social media\, interview skills\, and ACT prep among others. The classes are instructed by educators\, governme nt officials\, and business leaders in the community. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Teen Connection returns this week for the s pring 2019 semester with sessions on Thursday\, January 10\, and Thursday\ , January 17\, from 5 &ndash\; 6 p.m. \;

On Thursday\, January 10\, Teen Connection will tackle \;Sports Scholarships \ ;and what collegiate athlete hopefuls can do to improve their chances of b eing recruited. This session will be held at the Cpl Donald Ray Stevens Ce nter\, formerly Goosport Recreation\, located at 1619 Cessford St. \;< /p>
In October 2017\, the City of Lake Charles began hosting Teen Conn ection for teenagers\, 13 to 18 years old\, in Calcasieu Parish. All sessi ons are offered free of charge. \;

Teen Connection is designed to help teenagers learn job skills\, college prep\, social media\, interv iew skills\, and ACT prep among others. The classes are instructed by educ ators\, government officials\, and business leaders in the community.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION: Cpl Donald Ray Stevens Center UID:20190107T1458260Z-583899-467@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210419T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210419T110000 SUMMARY:Act 378 Community & Family Supports Webinar DESCRIPTION:www.tinyurl.com/4ydj9ckk X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Families Helping Families UID:20210412T1307160Z-583899-1155@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190404T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190404T113000 SUMMARY:Vein Center offers Free Vein Screenings DESCRIPTION:The Vein Center of Southwest Louisiana is offering free vein sc reenings on Thursday\, April 4\, from 2 – 4:30 pm\, at their office\, whic h is located at 711 Dr. Michael DeBakey Drive in Lake Charles. “Many peop le mistakenly think their leg pain and varicose veins are just normal part of aging\, or a simple cosmetic problem\, but these may be signs of a mor e serious\, underlying vascular condition\,” says Dr. Carl Fastabend\, fou nder and medical director of the Vein Center. Dr. Fastabend is the only fu ll-time\, comprehensive vein specialist in Louisiana. He provides minimall y invasive\, painless\, outpatient treatment options for vein disorders th at deliver excellent results in a short period of time. Symptoms that cou ld indicate a vein problem include leg pain\, tired legs\, swelling in leg s and/or feet\, leg cramps\, skin changes\, itching\, restless legs\, burn ing sensation\, spider veins and varicose veins. Also\, if you have a fami ly history of vein conditions and if you sit or stand for long periods eve ry day\, you are at increased risk of developing a vein disorder. Call (3 37) 312-VEIN for more information or to schedule your screening appointmen t. Walk-ins are also welcome. Refreshments will be served. Learn more abo ut vein disorders and treatment at www.veincenterswla.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Vein Center of Southwest Louisiana is o ffering free vein screenings on Thursday\, April 4\, from 2 &ndash\; 4:30 pm\, at their office\, which is located at 711 Dr. Michael DeBakey Drive i n Lake Charles. \;

&ldquo\;Many people mistakenly think their leg pain and varicose veins are just normal part of aging\, or a simple co smetic problem\, but these may be signs of a more serious\, underlying vas cular condition\,&rdquo\; says Dr. Carl Fastabend\, founder and medical di rector of the Vein Center. Dr. Fastabend is the only full-time\, comprehen sive vein specialist in Louisiana. He provides minimally invasive\, painle ss\, outpatient treatment options for vein disorders that deliver excellen t results in a short period of time. \;

Symptoms that could in dicate a vein problem include leg pain\, tired legs\, swelling in legs and /or feet\, leg cramps\, skin changes\, itching\, restless legs\, burning s ensation\, spider veins and varicose veins. Also\, if you have a family hi story of vein conditions and if you sit or stand for long periods every da y\, you are at increased risk of developing a vein disorder. \;
< p>Call (337) 312-VEIN for more information or to schedule your screening a ppointment. Walk-ins are also welcome. Refreshments will be served. \;

Learn more about vein disorders and treatment at \;www.veincenterswl a.com.
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement UID:20190326T1513220Z-583899-625@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190614T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190614T200000 SUMMARY:“Those Who Teach\, CAN: a Calcasieu Parish School Board Art Educato r Exhibit” Will Open at Historic City Hall Arts and Cultural Center DESCRIPTION:Historic City Hall Arts and Cultural Center will host an openin g reception for an exhibition featuring the work of sixteen Calcasieu Pari sh School Board art educators on Friday\, June 14 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. The title of the show is “Those Who Teach\, CAN!” The reception is open to th e public with free admission\, and refreshments will be served. The exhibi tion will be on display through July 24. Featured art educators include J ody Burgin\, Lisa Myers Cupit\, Julie Dallas\, Kasey Damiata\, Mary Donald son\, Julie Groth\, Elizabeth Guinn\, Ariel Jueschke\, Charlene Kaough\, D ebbie Lavergne\, Pat Love\, JoAnn Mayo\, Laura Moreau\, Sally Patin\, Jess ica Woolmington and Bobbi Yancey. “This show demonstrates the skill and i magination of our Calcasieu Parish teachers and is diverse in its range of media. The exhibit reminds us just how lucky we are to have this extraord inary group of artists in our community and in our classrooms\,” said Matt Young\, Director of Cultural Affairs at Historic City Hall Arts and Cultu ral Center. “It is a tribute to those teachers who work so hard day in and day out\, trying to find balance in serving their students while maintain ing their own creative work.” While visiting Historic City Hall\, do not miss “Louisiana Proud: The Cajun Experience” which features the work of ma ster artist Darrell Chitty. “Broken Time: Sculpture by Martin Payton\,” a sculpture exhibit\, is also on view in the third floor gallery through Jul y 6. Historic City Hall is open Monday through Friday\, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday\, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free. Charlestown Farmers’ Market is open on Bilbo Street behind the center every Saturday 8 a.m.to n oon. For more information\, please call 491-9147 or visit www.cityoflakech arles.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Historic City Hall Arts and Cultural Center will host an opening reception for an exhibition featuring the work of si xteen Calcasieu Parish School Board art educators on Friday\, June 14 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. The title of the show is &ldquo\;Those Who Teach\, CAN!&rd quo\; \; The reception is open to the public with free admission\, and refreshments will be served. The exhibition will be on display through Ju ly 24.

\;Featured art educators include Jody Burgin\, Lisa My ers Cupit\, Julie Dallas\, Kasey Damiata\, Mary Donaldson\, Julie Groth\, Elizabeth Guinn\, Ariel Jueschke\, Charlene Kaough\, Debbie Lavergne\, Pat Love\, JoAnn Mayo\, Laura Moreau\, Sally Patin\, Jessica Woolmington and Bobbi Yancey. \;

&ldquo\;This show demonstrates the skill and imagination of our Calcasieu Parish teachers and is diverse in its range o f media. The exhibit reminds us just how lucky we are to have this extraor dinary group of artists in our community and in our classrooms\,&rdquo\; s aid Matt Young\, Director of Cultural Affairs at Historic City Hall Arts a nd Cultural Center. &ldquo\;It is a tribute to those teachers who work so hard day in and day out\, trying to find balance in serving their students while maintaining their own creative work.&rdquo\; \;

While v isiting Historic City Hall\, do not miss &ldquo\;Louisiana Proud: The Caju n Experience&rdquo\; which features the work of master artist Darrell Chit ty. &ldquo\;Broken Time: Sculpture by Martin Payton\,&rdquo\; a sculpture exhibit\, is also on view in the third floor gallery through July 6. \ ;

Historic City Hall is open Monday through Friday\, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday\, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free. Charlestown Farme rs&rsquo\; Market is open on Bilbo Street behind the center every Saturday 8 \;a.m.to \;noon. For more in formation\, please call 491-9147 or visit \;www.cityoflakecharles.com.< /p> CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center UID:20190604T2028520Z-583899-729@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190621T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190621T190000 SUMMARY:Partners in Parks: Pollinators BioBlitz DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles has a variety of Nature in Focus event s planned for June as part of its Partners in Parks initiative. On Friday \, June 21\, from 5-7 p.m. a Parks -4- Pollinators BioBlitz will be held a t Tuten Park in partnership with Southwest Louisiana Master Naturalists. T he event\, being held in celebration of the summer solstice\, will allow p articipants the opportunity to learn about pollinators from local master n aturalists.    Pollinators are a vital component of our ecosystem\, and an essential link to the world’s food supply. According to the White House’s Pollinators Health Task Force\, over the last 30 years\, the United State s has seen a steady decline of pollinators (such as bees\, bats and butter flies) at an alarming rate of 30 percent annually — making it vital to tak e action on pollinator protection. The Parks -4- Pollinators BioBlitz is a national campaign to raise awareness and community involvement in the po llinator crisis through local parks and recreation. The National Recreatio n and Parks Association (NRPA) and The Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation are c hallenging local parks to get involved and host a pollinator BioBlitz duri ng June in celebration of pollinator month. During the month of June Tute n Park visitors are encouraged to help document the pollinators by simply snapping a picture of any pollinator spotted in the Park and uploading it to iNaturalist.org through the iNaturalist app. All events are free and o pen to the public\, but pre-registration via https://www.eventbrite.com is encouraged. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles has a variety of N ature in Focus events planned for June as part of its Partners in Parks in itiative. \;

On \;Friday\, June 21\, \;from \;5-7 p.m. \;a \;Parks -4- Pol linators BioBlitz \;will be held at \;Tuten Park& nbsp\;in partnership with Southwest Louisiana Master Naturalists. The event\, being held in celebration of the summer solstice\, will allow participants the opportunity to learn about pollinators from local master naturalists. \; \; \;

Pollinators ar e a vital component of our ecosystem\, and an essential link to the world& rsquo\;s food supply. According to the White House&rsquo\;s Pollinators He alth Task Force\, over the last 30 years\, the United States has seen a st eady decline of pollinators (such as bees\, bats and butterflies) at an al arming rate of 30 percent annually &mdash\; making it vital to take action on pollinator protection. \;

The Parks -4- Pollinators BioBli tz is a national campaign to raise awareness and community involvement in the pollinator crisis through local parks and recreation. The National Rec reation and Parks Association (NRPA) and The Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation are challenging local parks to get involved and host a pollinator BioBlit z during June in celebration of pollinator month. \;

During th e month of June Tuten Park visitors are encouraged to help document the po llinators by simply snapping a picture of any pollinator spotted in the Pa rk and uploading it to iNaturalist.org through the iNaturalist app. \;

All events are free and open to the public\, but pre-registration via \;https: //www.eventbrite.com \;is encouraged.
CATEGORIES:Outdoors LOCATION:Tuten Park Nature Sanctuary UID:20190604T2042400Z-583899-738@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190624T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190624T180000 SUMMARY:Certified Lineman Program to be Begin Soon in Crowley DESCRIPTION:The South Louisiana Community College’s Acadian Campus in Crowl ey\, LA\, will soon offer a Certified Power Lineman Training Program. The training is tentatively set to begin June 24. Slots are available for the upcoming class in Crowley and the American Job Center of Region V (which c overs Allen\, Beauregard\, Calcasieu\, Cameron\, Jeff Davis and Vernon par ishes) wants to enroll and provide possible tuition assistance to eligible area residents who are interested in the program. A free information ses sion will be held from 4 - 6 p.m.\, Thursday\, June 13\, at SLCC’s Acadian Campus\, 1933 W. Hutchison Ave.\, in Crowley. Those who attend will learn about the certified lineman training and hear from leaders in the utiliti es industry. They will also be able to meet with staff from the American J ob Center to learn about tuition assistance. This short-term Certified Po wer Lineman Training Program will last between 16-to-25 weeks\, depending on if the student currently holds a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Gra duates of the program will earn a National Center for Construction Educati on & Research (NCCER) certification\, be qualified for employment as a lin e helper and receive job placement assistance. “We are excited to be colla borating with the Louisiana Workforce Development Board #40 - Lafayette Re gion in this endeavor\,” said Stephanie Seemion\, Director of the Louisian a Workforce Development Board #51 in Lake Charles. “This will allow us to have a multi-regional customized training contract that will enable us to serve several parishes around the state - and not be confined to just our respective parishes. Being able to serve multiple parishes increases the e mployers’ access to qualified applicants\, which will\, in turn\, meet the employers’ needs.” To qualify for enrollment in this course\, applicants must pass drug and background checks\, have a valid driver’s license and b e comfortable working at heights. There are also eligibility requirements for tuition assistance. This program is sponsored by the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury\, in conjunction with the Workforce Development Board and the Louisiana Workforce Commission. It is funded by the Workforce Innovation a nd Opportunity Act of 2014 (WIOA) and is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Pro gram. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individual s with disabilities and for people with limited English proficiency. For m ore information about the free information session\, call 337-788-7526 or 337-788-8108. For information about tuition assistance\, contact staff at the American Job Center at 337-721-4010. For more information about the Lo uisiana Community College Certified Line Worker Training Program\, visitso lacc.edu/continuing-education/power-lineman. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The South Louisiana Community College&rsquo \;s Acadian Campus in Crowley\, LA\, will soon offer a Certified Power Lin eman Training Program.

The training is tentatively set to begin Ju ne 24. Slots are available for the upcoming class in Crowley and the Ameri can Job Center of Region V (which covers Allen\, Beauregard\, Calcasieu\, Cameron\, Jeff Davis and Vernon parishes) wants to enroll and provide poss ible tuition assistance to eligible area residents who are interested in t he program. \;

A free information session will be held from 4 - 6 p.m.\, Thursday\, June 13\, at SLCC&rsquo\;s Acadian Campus\, 1933 W. Hutchison Ave.\, in Crowley. Those who attend will learn about the certifi ed lineman training and hear from leaders in the utilities industry. They will also be able to meet with staff from the American Job Center to learn about tuition assistance. \;

This short-term Certified Power Lineman Training Program will last between 16-to-25 weeks\, depending on i f the student currently holds a Commercial Driver&rsquo\;s License (CDL). Graduates of the program will earn a \;National Center for Constructio n Education &\; Research (NCCER) certification\, be qualified for emplo yment as a line helper and receive job placement assistance.

&ldqu o\;We are excited to be collaborating with the Louisiana Workforce Develop ment Board #40 - Lafayette Region \;in this endeavor\,&rdquo\; said St ephanie Seemion\, Director of the Louisiana Workforce Development Board #5 1 in Lake Charles. &ldquo\;This will allow us to have a multi-regional cus tomized training contract that will enable us to serve several parishes ar ound the state - and not be confined to just our respective parishes. \;Being able to serve multiple parishes increases the employers&rsquo\; ac cess to qualified applicants\, which will\, in turn\, meet the employers&r squo\; needs.&rdquo\;

To qualify for enrollment in this course\, a pplicants must pass drug and background checks\, have a valid driver&rsquo \;s license and be comfortable working at heights. There are also eligibil ity requirements for tuition assistance.

This program is sponsored by the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury\, in conjunction with the Workforce D evelopment Board and the Louisiana Workforce Commission. It is funded by t he Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act of 2014 (WIOA) and is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. \;Auxiliary aids and services are avail able upon request to individuals with disabilities and for people with lim ited English proficiency.

For more information about the free info rmation session\, call 337-788-7526 or 337-788-8108. \;For information about tuition assistance\, contact staff at the American Job Center at 33 7-721-4010. \;For more information about the Louisiana Community Colle ge Certified Line Worker Training Program\, visitsolacc.edu/continuing-educatio n/power-lineman. \;
CATEGORIES:Career Fairs & Trade Shows UID:20190604T2027330Z-583899-728@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190610T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190610T163000 SUMMARY:Birthday Celebration for United States Army Planned DESCRIPTION:At the request of Fort Polk’s 32nd Combat Hospital a celebratio n\, co-hosted by the City of Lake Charles and the Mayor’s Armed Forces Com mission\, of the 244th birthday of the United States Army will take place on Monday\, June 10\, at 3:30 p.m. at the Lake Charles Civic Center (900 L akeshore Drive) on the 2nd floor Mezzanine. The public is invited to this free event. “The Mayor’s Armed Forces Commission plans a number of events throughout the year to honor all the brave men and women who have served in every branch of the military for our great nation\,” said Mayor Nic Hun ter. “Specifically for Southwest Louisiana\, Fort Polk and the 32nd Combat Hospital have been an integral part of Lake Charles’ history since WWII t o present day. We were thrilled and honored when the administration of For t Polk reached out and asked for this celebration to be hosted in Lake Cha rles. We are proud to partner for this momentous occasion.” The oldest an d longest serving branch of the United States Military\, the Army was foun ded on June 14\, 1775\, and each year celebrates its birthday with a numbe r of special ceremonies and customs. This local celebration will feature the traditional birthday cake cutting with a saber\, and in accordance wit h tradition\, the 1775 Congressional Resolution establishing the service w ill be read. The Community Band will offer a performance of patriotic sel ections following the celebration. Guests are invited to stay for the Comm unity Band Catch-A-Concert series beginning at 7pm. The Army’s 244th Birthday Celebration is being made possible through generous sponsorships from Manchac Consulting Group\, Atakapa Services\, Avail Hospital\, CHRIST US Health/US Family Health Plan\, Keiland Construction\, Pepsi Co.\, and A merican Legion Post 244. For more information\, contact Julie Pippin at ( 337) 491-1203 or jpippin@cityoflc.us. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
At the request of Fort Polk&rsquo\;s 32nd C ombat Hospital a celebration\, co-hosted by the City of Lake Charles and t he Mayor&rsquo\;s Armed Forces Commission\, of the 244th birthday of the U nited States Army will take place on Monday\, June 10\, at 3:30 p.m. at th e Lake Charles Civic Center (900 Lakeshore Drive) on the 2nd floor Mezzani ne. The public is invited to this free event. \;

&ldquo\;The M ayor&rsquo\;s Armed Forces Commission plans a number of events throughout the year to honor all the brave men and women who have served in every bra nch of the military for our great nation\,&rdquo\; said Mayor Nic Hunter. &ldquo\;Specifically for Southwest Louisiana\, Fort Polk and the 32nd Comb at Hospital have been an integral part of Lake Charles&rsquo\; history sin ce WWII to present day. We were thrilled and honored when the administrati on of Fort Polk reached out and asked for this celebration to be hosted in Lake Charles. We are proud to partner for this momentous occasion.&rdquo\ ; \;

The oldest and longest serving branch of the United State s Military\, the Army was founded on June 14\, 1775\, and each year celebr ates its birthday with a number of special ceremonies and customs. \;< /p>
This local celebration will feature the traditional birthday cake cutting with a saber\, and in accordance with tradition\, the 1775 Congres sional Resolution establishing the service will be read. \;

Th e Community Band will offer a performance of patriotic selections followin g the celebration. Guests are invited to stay for the Community Band Catch -A-Concert series beginning at 7pm. \; \; \;

The Arm y&rsquo\;s 244th Birthday Celebration is being made possible through gener ous sponsorships from Manchac Consulting Group\, Atakapa Services\, Avail Hospital\, CHRISTUS Health/US Family Health Plan\, Keiland Construction\, Pepsi Co.\, and American Legion Post 244. \;

For more informat ion\, contact Julie Pippin at (337) 491-1203 or \;jpippin@cityoflc.us.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20190604T2036590Z-583899-734@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190608T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190608T140000 SUMMARY:Creole Nature Trail Adventure Point Celebrating National Get Outdoo rs Day\, June 8 DESCRIPTION:National Get Outdoors Day is an annual event to encourage healt hy\, active outdoor fun. Jumping into the spirit of National Get Outdoors Day\, Creole Nature Trail Adventure Point\, 2740 Ruth St.\, is hosting a s pecial celebration on Saturday\, June 8\, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. “The idea behind National Get Outdoors Day is to encourage everyone\, especially ki ds and families\, to take advantage of outdoor adventures to have fun and be healthier. That’s what the Creole Nature Trail is all about\, and Creol e Nature Trail Adventure Point is the perfect launching pad for everyone t o learn about the great outdoors before experiencing it for themselves\,” said Shanna Landry\, director of administration & satellite office of the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention & Visitors Bureau (LC/SWLA CVB ). In anticipation of National Get Outdoors Day and to encourage the yout h to be part of the event\, the LC/SWLA CVB promoted an Explore Nature Art Contest involving all K-8th-grade students in Calcasieu and Cameron paris hes. The Top 25 art entries will be on display as part of the festivities. Gumbeaux Gator\, Southwest Louisiana’s Goodwill Ambassador\, will be on hand for photos\, and participating community groups for the day include e ntities such as the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries with ba by alligators from the Rockefeller Wildlife Refuge and Friends of Southwes t Louisiana National Wildlife Refuge & Wetlands. Attendees will be given a bottle of water and a Gumbeaux Gator coloring book\, perfect for outdoor fun. Creole Nature Trail Adventure Point includes interactive exhibits fe aturing the outdoors\, culture\, cuisine and music of Southwest Louisiana. The Creole Nature Trail is a 180-mile drive which winds through the area’ s prairies and marshes\, and the attractions along the way include wildlif e refuges\, walking trails\, Gulf beaches and opportunities for viewing al ligators\, birds and wildlife in their natural habitat. For more informat ion\, contact Shanna Landry at slandry@visitlakecharles.org or (337) 502-4 233\, or visit www.adventurepoint.info. Regular hours of operation are Mo nday – Friday\, 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Saturday – Sunday\, 8:30 a.m. – 4 p .m. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
National Get Outdoors Day is an annual even t to encourage healthy\, active outdoor fun. Jumping into the spirit of Na tional Get Outdoors Day\, Creole Nature Trail Adventure Point\, 2740 Ruth St.\, is hosting a special celebration on Saturday\, June 8\, from 10 a.m. &ndash\; 2 p.m. \;

&ldquo\;The idea behind National Get Outdo ors Day is to encourage everyone\, especially kids and families\, to take advantage of outdoor adventures to have fun and be healthier. That&rsquo\; s what the Creole Nature Trail is all about\, and Creole Nature Trail Adve nture Point is the perfect launching pad for everyone to learn about the g reat outdoors before experiencing it for themselves\,&rdquo\; said Shanna Landry\, director of administration &\; satellite office of the Lake Ch arles/Southwest Louisiana Convention &\; Visitors Bureau (LC/SWLA CVB). \;

In anticipation of National Get Outdoors Day and to encour age the youth to be part of the event\, the LC/SWLA CVB promoted an Explor e Nature Art Contest involving all K-8th-grade students in Calcasieu and C ameron parishes. The Top 25 art entries will be on display as part of the festivities. \;

Gumbeaux Gator\, Southwest Louisiana&rsquo\;s Goodwill Ambassador\, will be on hand for photos\, and participating commu nity groups for the day include entities such as the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries with baby alligators from the Rockefeller Wildli fe Refuge and Friends of Southwest Louisiana National Wildlife Refuge & \; Wetlands. Attendees will be given a bottle of water and a Gumbeaux Gato r coloring book\, perfect for outdoor fun. \;

Creole Nature Tr ail Adventure Point includes interactive exhibits featuring the outdoors\, culture\, cuisine and music of Southwest Louisiana. The Creole Nature Tra il is a 180-mile drive which winds through the area&rsquo\;s prairies and marshes\, and the attractions along the way include wildlife refuges\, wal king trails\, Gulf beaches and opportunities for viewing alligators\, bird s and wildlife in their natural habitat. \;

For more informati on\, contact Shanna Landry at \;slandry@visitlakecharles.org \;or (337) 502-4233\, or visi t \;w ww.adventurepoint.info. \; Regular hours of operation are Monday & ndash\; Friday\, 8:30 a.m. &ndash\; 5 p.m. and Saturday &ndash\; Sunday\, 8:30 a.m. &ndash\; 4 p.m.
CATEGORIES:Outdoors LOCATION:Creole Nature Trail Adventure Point UID:20190604T2038210Z-583899-735@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191108T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191108T140000 SUMMARY:Lake Charles Little Theater: Taming of the Shrew RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;COUNT=17 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20191111T130000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20191112T130000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20191113T130000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20191114T130000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20191118T130000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20191119T130000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20191120T130000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20191121T130000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20191115T130000 DESCRIPTION:Tickets for this Shakespeare classic are currently available! T he main plot depicts the courtship of Petruchio and Katherina\, the headst rong\, obdurate shrew. Initially\, Katherina is an unwilling participant i n the relationship\; however\, Petruchio 'tames' her with various psycholo gical torments\, such as keeping her from eating and drinking\, until she becomes a desirable\, compliant\, and obedient bride. The subplotfeatures a competition between the suitors of Katherina's younger sister\, Bianca\, who is seen as the 'ideal' woman. Dates are 11/8\, 11/9\, 11/10\, 11/15\, 11/16\, 11/17\, 11/22\, 11/23\, and 11/24. Times are 7 p.m. on Friday & S aturday and 2 p.m. on Sunday. Click here for more information and to order tickets. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Tickets for this Shakespeare classic are cu rrently available!

The main plot depicts the courtship of Petruchio and Katherina\, the headstrong\, obdurate shrew. Initially\, Katherina is an unwilling participant in the relationship\; however\, Pet ruchio 'tames' her with various psychological torments\, such as keeping h er from eating and drinking\, until she becomes a desirable\, compliant\, and obedient bride. The subplotfeatures a competition between the suitors of Katherina's younger sister\, Bianca\, who is seen as the 'ideal' woman.

Dates are 11/8\, 11/9\, 11/10\, 11/15\, 11/16\, 11/17\, 11/22\, 1 1/23\, and 11/24.

Times are 7 p.m. on Friday &\; Saturday and 2 p.m. on Sunday.

Click here for more information and to order tickets.
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CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lake Charles Little Theater UID:20191015T1858410Z-583899-952@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200729T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200729T130000 SUMMARY:Appetite for Immunity: Diet Goals for 2020 DESCRIPTION:Please join us for Lake Charles Memorial Hospital’s ONLINE ONLY seminar! This month we will be looking at all the ways your diet affects your immune system and what foods can help keep you healthy! In this ONLIN E ONLY seminar by Emily Clyde\, Appetite for Immunity: Diet Goals for 2020 \, on Wednesday July 29\, Emily will discuss how the foods you put in your body help keep sickness out! Emily\, a Southwest Louisiana native\, earn ed a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Nutrition and Dietetics from McNees e State University. Most recently completing McNeese’s Dietetic Internship graduate program and will soon obtain her Registered Dietitian Nutritioni st license. She has experience in helping individuals understand their dis ease state\, and tailor diet\, exercise and health activities to fit their lifestyle. Most commonly\, she helps individuals understand their dietary needs when it comes to dealing with diabetes\, high blood pressure and ch olesterol. For more information\, please visit lcmh.com/seminar or call ( 337) 494-2935. You can watch the event live online by visiting lcmh.com/wa tch. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Please join us for Lake Charles Memorial Ho spital&rsquo\;s ONLINE ONLY seminar! This month we will be looking at all the ways your diet affects your immune system and what foods can help keep you healthy! In this ONLINE ONLY seminar by \;Emily Clyde\, \;Appetite for Immunity: Diet Goals for 2020\, \; on Wednesday July 29\, Emily will discuss how the foods you put in your bo dy help keep sickness out! \;

Emily\, a Southwest Louisiana na tive\, earned a Bachelor&rsquo\;s and Master&rsquo\;s degree in Nutrition and Dietetics from McNeese State University. Most recently completing McNe ese&rsquo\;s Dietetic Internship graduate program and will soon obtain her Registered Dietitian Nutritionist license. She has experience in helping individuals understand their disease state\, and tailor diet\, exercise an d health activities to fit their lifestyle. Most commonly\, she helps indi viduals understand their dietary needs when it comes to dealing with diabe tes\, high blood pressure and cholesterol. \;

For more informa tion\, please visit \;lcmh.com/seminar \;or call (337) 494-2935. You can watch the event live online by visiting \;lcmh.com/watch.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20200727T1809400Z-583899-1104@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190713T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190713T200000 SUMMARY:Lake Charles Symphony Summer Pops Presents Dancing Queen – The Mus ic of ABBA DESCRIPTION:The Lake Charles Symphony will open its 62nd Season with Dancin g Queen – The Music of ABBA\, on Saturday\, July 13 at the Lake Charles Ci vic Center Coliseum. Doors will open at 6 p.m.\, and the concert will begi n at 7 p.m. Take a chance on this ABBA-tastic night as Jeans ‘n Classics joins the Lake Charles Symphony as they thank the iconic disco pop sensati ons for the music\, featuring all the hits you know and love\, from “Danci ng Queen” to “Waterloo” and more. A variety of family food favorites\, suc h as Gatti's Pizza\, hotdogs\, nachos\, and Boombox Frozen Pops & Ice Crea m will be available for purchase. Don your bell bottoms and your platforms and don’t let this fabulous evening slip through your fingers. Summer Po ps is an annual event that brings a fun and exciting introduction to those experiencing orchestral music for the first time and to those who look fo rward to Summer Pops year after year. The Summer Pops concert allows the S ymphony to perform with non-classical artists. Exposure to programs such a s Summer Pops has proven effective in gaining new audiences for symphony o rchestras across the country. Summer Pops would not be possible without t he generous support from our presenting sponsor\, First Federal Bank of Lo uisiana\, as well as our event sponsors: Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention & Visitors Bureau\, Arts Council of SWLA\, City of Lake Charles \, Gatti’s Pizza\, Kaough & Jones Electric and Louisiana Lottery. Riser s eats are $35 for adults\, $15 for students\, and free for children 6 and u nder. Reserved tables of 8 and individual table seats are also available. Gold VIP tables are $1\,250\; silver premium tables are $1\,000\; bronze r eserved tables are $600\, and individual reserved table seats are $90. To purchase tickets or for more information\, visitwww.lcsymphony.com or call (337) 433-1611. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Lake Charles Symphony will open its 62< sup>nd \;Season with \;Dancing Queen &ndash\; The Music of ABBA\, on Saturday\, July 13 at the Lake Charles Civic Center Coli seum. Doors will open at 6 p.m.\, and the concert will begin at 7 p.m.&nbs p\;

Take a chance on this ABBA-tastic night as Jeans &lsquo\;n Cla ssics joins the Lake Charles Symphony as they thank the iconic disco pop s ensations for the music\, featuring all the hits you know and love\, from &ldquo\;Dancing Queen&rdquo\; to &ldquo\;Waterloo&rdquo\; and more. A vari ety of family food favorites\, such as Gatti's Pizza\, hotdogs\, nachos\, and \;Boombox Frozen Pops &\; Ice Cream \;will be available for purchase. Don your bell bottoms and your platforms and don&rsquo\;t let t his fabulous evening slip through your fingers. \;

Summer Pops is an annual event that brings a fun and exciting introduction to those e xperiencing orchestral music for the first time and to those who look forw ard to Summer Pops year after year. The Summer Pops concert allows the Sym phony to perform with non-classical artists. Exposure to programs such as Summer Pops has proven effective in gaining new audiences for symphony orc hestras across the country. \;

Summer Pops would not be possib le without the generous support from our presenting sponsor\, First Federa l Bank of Louisiana\, as well as our event sponsors: Lake Charles/Southwes t Louisiana Convention &\; Visitors Bureau\, Arts Council of SWLA\, Cit y of Lake Charles\, Gatti&rsquo\;s Pizza\, Kaough &\; Jones Electric an d Louisiana Lottery. \;

Riser seats are $35 for adults\, $15 f or students\, and free for children 6 and under. Reserved tables of 8 and individual table seats are also available. Gold VIP tables are $1\,250\; s ilver premium tables are $1\,000\; bronze reserved tables are $600\, and i ndividual reserved table seats are $90. To purchase tickets or for more in formation\, visitww w.lcsymphony.com \;or call (337) 433-1611.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:The Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20190606T1424040Z-583899-769@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190615 SUMMARY:Frances Fitz-Gerald For Father's Day! DESCRIPTION:We have something for every father at Frances Fitz-Gerald Jewel ry & Antiques\, and if you come in and mention this email you can recieve 30% OFF 1 item. Come in and explore a little history and bring an heirlo om into your home\, something to be treasured for generations. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

We have som ething for every father at
Fra nces Fitz-Gerald Jewelry &\; Antiques\,
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you can recieve 30% OFF 1 item.

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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Frances Fitz-Gerald UID:20190606T2053190Z-583899-770@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200727T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200727T180000 SUMMARY:Virtual Training on Fundraising for Non-Profits DESCRIPTION:The Community Foundation and the Junior League are hosting a se ries of virutal training for non-profits in the region. July 30 - Campaign s and Major Gifts August 6 - Annual Funds August 13 - Fundraising Events a nd Online Events Visit www.foundationswla.org or www.jllc.net to register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Community Foundation and the Junior Lea gue are hosting a series of virutal training for non-profits in the region .

July 30 - Campaigns and Major Gifts

August 6 - Annual Fu nds

August 13 - Fundraising Events and Online Events

Visit www.foundationswla.org or www.jllc.net to register online.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20200727T1814280Z-583899-1105@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200813T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200813T180000 SUMMARY:Virtual Training on Fundraising for Non-Profits DESCRIPTION:The Community Foundation and the Junior League are hosting a se ries of virutal training for non-profits in the region. July 30 - Campaign s and Major Gifts August 6 - Annual Funds August 13 - Fundraising Events a nd Online Events Visit www.foundationswla.org or www.jllc.net to register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Community Foundation and the Junior Lea gue are hosting a series of virutal training for non-profits in the region .

July 30 - Campaigns and Major Gifts

August 6 - Annual Fu nds

August 13 - Fundraising Events and Online Events

Visit www.foundationswla.org or www.jllc.net to register online.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20200727T1814510Z-583899-1107@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200806T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200806T180000 SUMMARY:Virtual Training on Fundraising for Non-Profits DESCRIPTION:The Community Foundation and the Junior League are hosting a se ries of virutal training for non-profits in the region. July 30 - Campaign s and Major Gifts August 6 - Annual Funds August 13 - Fundraising Events a nd Online Events Visit www.foundationswla.org or www.jllc.net to register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Community Foundation and the Junior Lea gue are hosting a series of virutal training for non-profits in the region .

July 30 - Campaigns and Major Gifts

August 6 - Annual Fu nds

August 13 - Fundraising Events and Online Events

Visit www.foundationswla.org or www.jllc.net to register online.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20200727T1814410Z-583899-1106@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190519T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190519T170000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families: Painting with a Purpose DESCRIPTION:Join Families Helping Families on May 19th and raise money! For $35\, participants will paint a cool beach scene\, and FHF will recieve 5 0% of the proceeds! The class will be from 3 to 5 p.m. Visit www.paintingw ithatwist.com/lakecharles to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join Families Helping Families on May 19th and raise money!

For $35\, participants will paint a cool beach sc ene\, and FHF will recieve 50% of the proceeds! The class will be from 3 t o 5 p.m.

Visit www.paintingwithatwist.com/lakecharles to register.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Painting with a Twist UID:20190516T2021000Z-583899-707@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190521T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190521T200000 SUMMARY:Angels Meeting: ZETEKY Solution DESCRIPTION:ENTREPRENEURIAL FORUM & ANGEL INVESTOR MEETING ZETEKY Solution’ s safer cities communications\, presents TORCH\, a smart App that enables the public to submit information as a registered user\, or anonymously\, t o city officials. Users can submit data and media in any form with exact G PS Position. The chat feature allows direct follow up to gather additional information as needed. Presenters: John Dalton\, CEO & Founder Tuesday E vening\, May 21\, 2019 The S E E D Center\, 2nd Floor Conference Room\, 43 10 Ryan Street\, Lake Charles\, Louisiana 70601 Please join us in buildi ng a Start-up Community and encouraging Entrepreneurial Ventures in Southw est Louisiana. Networking and Hors D’oeuvres: 6:00 p.m. Program/Present ations: 7:00 p.m. R. S. V. P. Not later than May 20 to Ron McGinley at ma cfhion@gmail.com or (337) 562-4903 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
ENTREPRENEURIAL FORUM &\; ANGEL INVESTOR MEETING

ZETEKY Solution&rsquo\;s safer cities communications\, presents TORCH\, a smart App that enables the public to submit information as a registered user\, o r anonymously\, to city officials. Users can submit data and media in any form with exact GPS Position. The chat feature allows direct follow up to gather additional information as needed.

Present ers: \;John Dalton\, CEO &\; Founder

Tues day Evening\, May 21\, 2019

The S E E D Center\, 2nd Floor Conference Room\,

4310 Ryan Street\, Lake Charles\, Louisiana 70601

\;

Please join us in building a Start-up Commun ity and encouraging Entrepreneurial Ventures in Southwest Louisiana.

\;

Networking and Hors D&rsquo\;oeuvres: \;6:00 p.m.

Program/Presentations: 7:00 p.m.
~~R. S. V. P. \;Not later than May 20 to \;Ron McGinley at macfhion@gmail.com or (337) 562-4903~~

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CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20190516T2016350Z-583899-706@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190817T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190817T200000 SUMMARY:10th Annual Arts & Crabs DESCRIPTION:The Arts Council of SWLA is proud to announce that the 10th ann ual Arts & Crabs fundraiser event will take place on Saturday\, August 17t h\, 5pm-8pm\, at the Burton Coliseum. Arts & Crabs celebrates the ties bet ween our seafood and culture – the region’s greatest national assets. Atte ndees sample from an extensive tasting featuring the best local chefs\, ea ch preparing a unique seafood dish representative of their cuisine’s style s. Louisiana craft brew samples are offered as complementary pairings to a ll dishes. Chefs battle for votes in the annual “Best Crab Dish” award\, w hich is determined by the number of tips each chef receives. Participating chefs will include but are not limited to:             1. 1910 – TBA              2. Dickey’s BBQ – Crab Florentine with “Cajun Lettuce”             3. Fiery Crab – Boiled Snow Crab             4. Freestyle Munchies – Crab & Roasted Corn Chowder             5. Vic & Anthony’s at Golden Nugget – Crab Cakes             6. Luna Bar & Grill – Galactic Crab Dip             7. Panorama Music House – Crab Fondu             8. Paul’s Rib Shack – Cr ab Mac Bites             9. Sloppy Taco – Jalapeño Crab Arepa             10. Southern Spice – TBA             11. The Villa – Crab Gnocchi Tickets are available at https://artsandcrabs2019.eventbrite.com and credit card p urchases are accepted at the Arts Council office in Central School at 809 Kirby Street\, Suite 202\, Monday through Friday\, 9am-5pm. Arts & Crabs w ill showcase live Louisiana music\, art demonstrations\, and an extensive art market. Funds raised at Arts & Crabs are reinvested back into the SWL A community through the Arts Council’s year-round services and events. Sp onsorships are now available\, and the Arts Council invites area businesse s to reach attendees during this unique culinary event through our various sponsorship packages. For details\, call (337) 439-2787\, or visit www.ar tscouncilswla.org. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Arts Council of SWLA is proud to announ ce that the 10^th \;annual Arts &\; Crabs fundraiser even t will take place on Saturday\, August 17^th\, 5pm-8pm\, at the Burton Coliseum. Arts &\; Crabs celebrates the ties between our seafood and culture &ndash\; the region&rsquo\;s greatest national assets.
< p>Attendees sample from an extensive tasting featuring the best local chef s\, each preparing a unique seafood dish representative of their cuisine&r squo\;s styles. Louisiana craft brew samples are offered as complementary pairings to all dishes. Chefs battle for votes in the annual &ldquo\;Best Crab Dish&rdquo\; award\, which is determined by the number of tips each c hef receives.

Part icipating chefs will include but are not limited to:
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\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \ ; \; \; 4. Freestyle Munchies &ndash\; Crab &\; Roasted Corn Ch owder

\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; 5. Vic & amp\; Anthony&rsquo\;s at Golden Nugget &ndash\; Crab Cakes

\; \; \; \;&nbs p\; \; \; \; \; \; \; 6. Luna Bar &\; Grill &nd ash\; Galactic Crab Dip

\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; 7. Panorama Music House &ndash\; Crab Fondu

\; \; \; \; \;&nb sp\; \; \; \; \; \; 8. Paul&rsquo\;s Rib Shack &ndash\ ; Crab Mac Bites

& nbsp\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; 9. Sloppy Taco &ndash\; Jalapeñ\;o Crab Arepa

\; \; \; \; \;&n bsp\; \; \; \; \; \; 10. Southern Spice &ndash\; TBA
\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; 11. The Villa & ndash\; Crab Gnocchi

Tickets are available at \;https://a rtsandcrabs2019.eventbrite.com \;and credit card pur chases are accepted at the Arts Council office in Central School at 809 Ki rby Street\, Suite 202\, Monday through Friday\, 9am-5pm.

Arts &am p\; Crabs will showcase live Louisiana music\, art demonstrations\, and an extensive art market. \;

Funds raised at Arts &\; Crabs ar e reinvested back into the SWLA community through the Arts Council&rsquo\; s year-round services and events. \;

Sponsorships are now avai lable\, and the Arts Council invites area businesses to reach attendees du ring this unique culinary event through our various sponsorship packages. For details\, call (337) 439-2787\, or visit \;www.artscouncilswla.org.
CATEGORIES:Family Activity UID:20190812T1828250Z-583899-704@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190601T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190601T120000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families: Safe Swim Training DESCRIPTION:The Swim Safe Training will be held Saturday\, June 1\, 2019 fr om 10 AM to 12 PM at Families Helping Families of SWLA\, 2927 Hodges Stree t\, Lake Charles\, LA 70601. Our guest speaker will be Rene Fontenot \, Ward 3 Aquatic Director. Topics covered in the training are: Pool safety B asic rules of swimming Is it safe to swim alone? Lifeguards Dry Drowning S wimming pools vs. Open waters Seating is Limited! Register by contacting C hina Guillory at info@fhfswla.org or (337) 436-2570. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Swim Safe Training will be held Saturda y\, June 1\, 2019 from 10 AM to 12 PM at Families Helping Families of SWLA \, 2927 Hodges Street\, Lake Charles\, LA 70601.

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O ur guest speaker will be Rene Fontenot \, Ward 3 Aquatic Director. Topics covered in the training are:

Pool safety

Basic ru les of swimming

Is it safe to swim alone?

Lifeguards
Dry Drowning

Swimming pools vs. Open waters

Seating is Limited! Register by contacting China Guillory at info@fhf swla.org or (337) 436-2570.
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement UID:20190516T2014370Z-583899-705@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200217T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200217T183000 SUMMARY:Arts & Humanities: Meet the Staff Soiree DESCRIPTION:You are officially invited to the meet the Arts & Humanities Co uncil staff and share in their excitement for the amazing things that are going to happen in 2020! With a new director and a new project coordinato r in place\, its time you get reintroduced to the organization. This will take place on Monday\, February 17th at 5:30 pm on the 2nd floor at Centr al School (809 Kirby Street) Please RSVP to http://evite.me/vMjmyjff3E X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
You are officially invited to the meet the Arts &\; Humanities Council staff and share in their excitement for the amazing things that are going to happen in 2020! \;

With a ne w director and a new project coordinator in place\, its time you get reint roduced to the organization. \;

This will take place on Monday \, February 17^th \;at 5:30 pm on the 2^nd \;f loor at Central School (809 Kirby Street) \;

Please RSVP to&nb sp\;http://evite.m e/vMjmyjff3E
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Central School UID:20200219T1343450Z-583899-1053@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201120T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201120T130000 SUMMARY:Hormones\, Weight\, and How To Balance Both DESCRIPTION:Please join us on Friday\, November 20 at 12:00 p.m. for Lake C harles Memorial Hospital’s ONLINE ONLY seminar! Gaining weight and managin g weight throughout our lives is difficult enough. For women\, adding horm ones to the equation can sometimes pose an even more difficult challenge. In this month’s ONLINE ONLY seminar by Joshua Bacon\, MD.\,\, Hormones\, Weight\, and How To Balance Both\, Dr. Bacon will discuss the role of horm ones in weight gain throughout our lives. Dr. Bacon has degrees in bioche mistry\, biology and physics from the University of Arkansas. He went on t o receive his medical degree from the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine. His post-graduate training includes a family medicine residency at the University of Missouri. For more information\, please v isit lcmh.com/seminar or call (337) 494-2935. You can watch the event live online by visiting lcmh.com/watch. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Please join us on Friday\, November 20 at 1 2:00 \;p.m. \;for Lake Charles Memorial Hospital&rsquo\;s ONLINE O NLY seminar! Gaining weight and managing weight throughout our lives is di fficult enough. For women\, adding hormones to the equation can sometimes pose an even more difficult challenge. \; In this month&rsquo\;s ONLIN E ONLY seminar by \;Joshua Bacon\, MD.\,\, \; Hormones\, Weight\, and How To Balance Both\, Dr. Bacon will discuss the role of hormones in weight gain throughout our lives. \;

D r. Bacon has \;degrees in biochemistry\, biology and physics from the University of Arkansas. He went on to receive his medical degree from the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine. His post-graduate training includes a family medicine residency at the University of Missou ri. \;

For more information\, please visit \;lcmh.com/seminar \;or call (337) 494-2935. You can watch the event live online by visiting \;lcmh.com/watch.
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:Online UID:20201116T2108320Z-583899-1134@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191011T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191011T163000 SUMMARY:Fore for Families Golf Tournament DESCRIPTION:Registration is now OPEN for Families Helping Families' 14th An nual 'Fore for Families' Golf Tournament. This year's tournament will on ce again be held at the beautiful Gray Plantation Golf Course in Lake Char les on Friday\, October 11\, 2019. Our tournament format is a popular 2 pe rson scramble that will begin with a shotgun start at 12:30 PM. Team regi stration will open at 11:30 AM. The $250 fee per team covers the course\, cart\, and delicious food & drinks on course. Prizes awarded for: 1st\ , 2nd\, and 3rd place in 2 flightswith straightest drive & closest to the pin contests\, Mulligans will be sold.   Sponsorship opportunities from $100 and up STILL available!! ALL proceeds benefit individuals with disa bilities and their families. We depend on your generosity to help us prov ide support\, education and information to anyone with any type of disabil ity.   If you need more information or have any questions\, please conta ct Susan Riehn at smriehn@fhfswla.org or call (337) 436-2570 or visit our website at: www.fhfswla.org. Click on the link below to register today!! Get More Information HERE Register Now! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

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Registration is now OPEN for Families Helping Families' \;14th Annual 'Fore for Families' Golf Tourn ament.

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This year 's tournament will once again be held at the beautiful Gray Plantation Gol f Course in Lake Charles on \;Friday\, October 11\, 2019. \;Our tournament format is a popular 2 person scramble that will begin with a shotgun start at 12:30 \;PM. \; Team registration wil l open at 11:30 AM. \;The $250 fee per team covers the cou rse\, cart\, and delicious food &\; drinks on course. \;< /em>

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Prizes awarded for: 1st\, 2nd \, and 3rd place in 2 flightswith straightest drive &\; closes t to the pin contests\, Mulligans will be sold. \; \;

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Sponsorship opportunities from $100 and up STI LL available!! \; \;ALL proceeds benefit individuals wit h disabilities and their families. \; We depend on your generosity to help us provide support\, education and information to anyone with any typ e of disability. \; \;

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If you need more information or have any questions\, please contact Susan \;Riehn at \;smriehn@fhfswla.org \;or call (337) 436-2570 or visit our websit e at: \;www.fhfswla.org. \;

C lick on the link below to register today!!

Get More Information HERE

Register Now!

CATEGORIES:Outdoors LOCATION:Gray Plantation Golf Course UID:20190815T1258160Z-583899-868@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200207T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200207T210000 SUMMARY:Lake Charles Little Theater - The Snow Queen RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;COUNT=16 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20200209T190000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20200210T190000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20200211T190000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20200212T190000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20200213T190000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20200216T190000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20200217T190000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20200218T190000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20200219T190000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20200220T190000 DESCRIPTION:Be spirited away by this new musical adaptation of Hans Christi an Andersen’s fantastical coming-of-age adventure that inspired the hit Di sney movie Frozen. Join Gerda on a dangerous and whimsical quest to save h er best friend Kai before he is trapped forever in the Snow Queen’s palace . Dare to enter a world where flowers sing\, animals talk\, and riddles ye arn to be solved. With an original pop-rock score\, alluring ballads\, urb an steampunk flair\, and the enigmatic Snow Queen\, you'll soon see this i s not your average bedtime story. Performances on Feb. 7\, 8\, 9\, 14\, 15 \, 16\, 21\, 22\, 23. Friday and Saturday @ 7:00 pm. Sunday @ 2:00 pm. Tic kets available from www.thelclt.com\; at the door prior to the show\; or l eave a message at 337-433-7988. Adults: $20 Seniors (65+): $15 Students (all ages): $10 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Be spirited away by this new musical adapta tion of Hans Christian Andersen&rsquo\;s fantastical coming-of-age adventu re that inspired the hit Disney movie \;Frozen. Join Gerda on a dangerous and whimsical quest to save her best friend Kai before he is trapped forever in the Snow Queen&rsquo\;s palace. Dare to enter a world w here flowers sing\, animals talk\, and riddles yearn to be solved. With an original pop-rock score\, alluring ballads\, urban steampunk flair\, and the enigmatic Snow Queen\, you'll soon see this is not your average bedtim e story.

Performances on Feb. 7\, 8\, 9\, 14\, 15\, 16\, 21\, 22\, 23. Friday and Saturday @ 7:00 pm. Sunday @ 2:00 pm.

Tickets avai lable from \;www.thelclt.com\; at the door prior to the show\; or leave a m essage at 337-433-7988.
Adults: $20 \; \; \; \;Se niors (65+): $15 \; \; \;Students (all ages): $10
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lake Charles Little Theater UID:20200124T1452140Z-583899-1051@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181218T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181218T213000 SUMMARY:Michael McDonald at Lutcher Theater DESCRIPTION:Critically acclaimed singer/songwriter and five-time Grammy Awa rd winner\,Michael McDonald performs Season of Peace: Holiday and Hits Tou r at the Lutcher Theater Tuesday\, December 18 at 7:30 PM. Experience an e vening filled with holiday music\, your favorite Doobie Brother hits and 1 7 years of original material from McDonald’s recently released album\, Wid e Open. Tickets range from $55-$90. All tickets are on sale online at lutc her.og or call the box office at 409.886.5535. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Critically acclaimed singer/songwriter an d five-time Grammy Award winner\,Michael McDonald \;performs \;Sea son of Peace: Holiday and Hits Tour \;at the Lutcher Theater Tuesday\, December 18 at 7:30 PM. Experience an evening filled with holiday music\, your favorite Doobie Brother hits and 17 years of original material from& nbsp\;McDonald&rsquo\;s \;recently released album\, \;Wide Open.&n bsp\;Tickets range from $55-$90. \;All tickets are on sale online at l utcher.og or call the box office at 409.886.5535.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lutcher Theater UID:20181207T1403360Z-583899-451@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200209T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200209T160000 SUMMARY:Lake Charles Little Theater - The Snow Queen RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20200223;BYDAY=SU DESCRIPTION:Be spirited away by this new musical adaptation of Hans Christi an Andersen’s fantastical coming-of-age adventure that inspired the hit Di sney movie Frozen. Join Gerda on a dangerous and whimsical quest to save h er best friend Kai before he is trapped forever in the Snow Queen’s palace . Dare to enter a world where flowers sing\, animals talk\, and riddles ye arn to be solved. With an original pop-rock score\, alluring ballads\, urb an steampunk flair\, and the enigmatic Snow Queen\, you'll soon see this i s not your average bedtime story. Performances on Feb. 7\, 8\, 9\, 14\, 15 \, 16\, 21\, 22\, 23. Friday and Saturday @ 7:00 pm. Sunday @ 2:00 pm. Tic kets available from www.thelclt.com\; at the door prior to the show\; or l eave a message at 337-433-7988. Adults: $20 Seniors (65+): $15 Students (all ages): $10 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Be spirited away by this new musical adapta tion of Hans Christian Andersen&rsquo\;s fantastical coming-of-age adventu re that inspired the hit Disney movie \;Frozen. Join Gerda on a dangerous and whimsical quest to save her best friend Kai before he is trapped forever in the Snow Queen&rsquo\;s palace. Dare to enter a world w here flowers sing\, animals talk\, and riddles yearn to be solved. With an original pop-rock score\, alluring ballads\, urban steampunk flair\, and the enigmatic Snow Queen\, you'll soon see this is not your average bedtim e story.

Performances on Feb. 7\, 8\, 9\, 14\, 15\, 16\, 21\, 22\, 23. Friday and Saturday @ 7:00 pm. Sunday @ 2:00 pm.

Ticket s available from \;www.thelclt.com\; at the door prior to the show\; or lea ve a message at 337-433-7988.
Adults: $20 \; \; \; &nb sp\;Seniors (65+): $15 \; \; \;Students (all ages): $10
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lake Charles Little Theater UID:20200124T1454090Z-583899-1052@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190701 SUMMARY:It's National Grilling Monthfrom Healthy Size DESCRIPTION:Choose Lean Meats Use a dry or low sodium seasoning instead of a heavy marinade or butter Grill Veggies like zucchini\, broccoli\, etc. H ealthy Size has two locations in SWLA to help you make better life decisio ns. Click here for the full flyer! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Choose Lean Meats

U se a dry or low sodium seasoning instead of a heavy marinade or butter

Grill Veggies like zucc hini\, broccoli\, etc.

Healthy Size has two locations in SWLA to help you make better li fe decisions.

Click here for the full flyer!
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:Healthy Size UID:20190703T1557320Z-583899-791@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190323 SUMMARY:Spring Community Health and Wellness Fair Planned DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles\, LSU AgCenter and Throne of Grace wil l present a Spring Community Health and Wellness Fair on Saturday\, March 23\, 2019\, from 8 a.m. – noon at the Lake Charles Civic Center (900 Lakes hore Dr.). This free event\, being held in the 3rd floor Jean Lafitte Roo m\, is designed to encourage healthy lifestyles\, prevent and manage disea se and connect the community to a variety of resources. Services to be p rovided include health screenings\, health awareness information\, physica l activities\, a children’s zone\, recipe demonstrations\, door prizes and much more. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles\, LSU AgCenter and Throne of Grace will present a Spring Community Health and Wellness Fair on Saturday\, March 23\, 2019\, from 8 a.m. &ndash\; noon at the Lake Char les Civic Center (900 Lakeshore Dr.).

\;This free event\, bei ng held in the 3^rd \;floor Jean Lafitte Room\, is designed to encourage healthy lifestyles\, prevent and manage disease and connect t he community to a variety of resources.

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Services t o be provided include health screenings\, health awareness information\, p hysical activities\, a children&rsquo\;s zone\, recipe demonstrations\, do or prizes and much more.

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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:For more information\, call 337-491-1378. UID:20190322T1418160Z-583899-614@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190328T060000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190328T090000 SUMMARY:March Entrepreneurial forum and Angel Investor Meeting DESCRIPTION:The March 28th Entrepreneurial Forum will feature CyberReef Sol utions\, an advanced mobile data bandwidth management\, and secure private network (Attachment). The Meeting will begin at 6:00 pm\, Thursday\, 2 nd Floor Conference Room\, The S E E D Center\, 4310 Ryan Street\, Lake Ch arles\, Louisiana 70605. Please consider joining us in encouraging innov ative ventures and building a start-up community in Southwest Louisiana. Also\, mark your Calendar for the 7th Annual Business Pitch Competition\ , April 25th. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The March 28th Entrepreneurial Forum will feature \;C yberReef Solutions\, an advanced mobile data bandwidth \;mana gement\, and secure private network (Attachment).

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~~The Meeting will begin at& nbsp\; 6:00 pm\, Thursday\, 2nd Floor Conference Room\, The S E E D Center \, 4310 Ryan Street\, Lake Charles\, \;Louisiana 70605.~~

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Please consider joining us in encouraging innovative ventures and building a start-up comm unity in Southwest \;Louisiana. \;

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Also\, mark your Calendar for the 7th Annual Business Pitch Competition\, April 25th.

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CATEGORIES:General UID:20190322T1425180Z-583899-616@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190301 SUMMARY:Join Healthy Size for National Nutrition Month DESCRIPTION:Go Further With Food At Healthy Size Clinic\, we can help with healthy eating habits! We offer many different options including but not limited to: 1 on 1 Concultation with full nutritional information. Weekel y Blood Preassue checks Customized and indiviudal plans for needs. Health y lifestyle solutions Physician Office Visits for Patients who may qualify for FDA Approved Perscription Medication for weight loss. Lipo-Tropic nut rients to promote healthier liver function. High protien and low carb mea ls replacments. Call us today and let 'Go Further with Food!' (337) 821-52 00 (Jennings) (337) 429-5060 (Lake Charles) X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Go Further With Food \ ;

At Healthy Size Clinic\, we can help with healthy eating habits! We offer many different options including but not limited to:

1 on 1 Concultation with full nutritional inf ormation. \;

Weekely Blood Preassue checks< /strong>

Customized and indiviudal plans for needs. \;

Healthy lifestyle solutions
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Lipo-Tropic nutrients to promote healthier liver function. \;

High protien and low carb meals replacments.< /li>

Call us today and let 'Go Further with Food!'

(337) 821-5200 (Jennings)

(337) 429-5060 (Lake Charle s) \;
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190322T1412480Z-583899-612@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191203 SUMMARY:Free Sno! DESCRIPTION:Bahama Bucks is hosting a FREE Sno Day! For one day only\, cust omers can get one free 12 ox sno! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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CATEGORIES:Family Activity LOCATION:Bahama Bucks UID:20191203T1510230Z-583899-991@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191213T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191213T193000 SUMMARY:CDL Mentors Graduation Ceremony DESCRIPTION:CDL Mentors Truck Driving School is hosting their 2nd Graduatio n Ceremony at the SEED Center. This incubator client offers an extraordina ry program for commercial drivers. Apart from offering guaranteed CDL perm its\, participants are supported and helped to get paid to train with esta blished fleets. The ceremony will be held on Friday\, December 13\, at 6:3 0 p.m.. Mayor Nicholas Hunter will be our Keynote Speaker during the Cerem ony. The SEED Center is located at 4310 Ryan Street in Lake Charles. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CDL Mentors Truck Driving School is hosting their 2^nd Graduation Ceremony at the SEED Center. This incubat or client offers an extraordinary program for commercial drivers. Apart fr om offering guaranteed CDL permits\, participants are supported and helped to get paid to train with established fleets. The ceremony will be held o n Friday\, December 13\, at 6:30 p.m.. Mayor Nicholas Hunter will be our K eynote Speaker during the Ceremony. The SEED Center is located at 4310 Rya n Street in Lake Charles.
CATEGORIES:Career Fairs & Trade Shows LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20191126T1655380Z-583899-993@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210429T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210429T130000 SUMMARY:West Cal Chamber of Commerce Empowering Women’s Luncheon: Shatter T he Box DESCRIPTION:Keynote Speaker: Stefanee Tolbert Life Christian Academy Princi pal & Co-founder Stefanee Tolbert is the visionary\, principal\, & co-fo under of Life Christian Academy which was named by Lagniappe Magazine as t he Best Private School in SWLA. In 2020\, she was named one of Thrive M agazine’s Thirteen Thriving 30-somethings. She was also honored to be name d a Code 3 Citizen for her dedicated and purposeful service to the City of Sulphur. Being recognized by the State of Louisiana’s Speaker of the Hous e of Representatives for her commitment to the field of education was anot her moment when her dedication to education was honored. Stefanee is th e author of the best-selling book Shatter the Box: A guide to revolutioniz ing Christian education. Through this book her passion for raising the bar in education is prevalent. With over a decade of experience in the area o f Christian education she not only leads her team of educators\, but speci alizes in mentoring and guiding other leaders to reach their full potentia l. Stefanee has a passion to encourage\, equip\, and empower others so tha t they can then encourage\, equip\, and empower those around them. We will continue to follow Governor Edwards - Phase 3 Covid-19 Guidelines. M ask are recommended\, but not required. Buy ticket here! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Keynote Spea ker:

Stefanee Tolbert

Life Christian Academy Principal &\; Co-founder

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Stefanee Tolbert is the visionary\, principal\, &\; co-found er of Life Christian Academy which was named by Lagniappe Magazine as the Best Private School in SWLA. \;

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In 202 0\, she was named one of Thrive Magazine&rsquo\;s Thirteen Thriving 30-som ethings. She was also honored to be named a Code 3 Citizen for her dedicat ed and purposeful service to the City of Sulphur. Being recognized by the State of Louisiana&rsquo\;s Speaker of the House of Representatives for he r commitment to the field of education was another moment when her dedicat ion to education was honored. \;

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Stefa nee is the author of the best-selling book \;Shatter the Box: A guide to revolutionizing Christian education. Through this book her passion for raising the bar in education is prevalent. With over a decade of experienc e in the area of Christian education she not only leads her team of educat ors\, but specializes in mentoring and guiding other leaders to reach thei r full potential. Stefanee has a passion to encourage\, equip\, and empowe r others so that they can then encourage\, equip\, and empower those aroun d them. \;

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We will continue to follow Governor Edwards - Phase 3 Covid-19 Guidelines.

Mask are recommended\, but not required.

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CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:West Cal Events Center UID:20210323T1333140Z-583899-1152@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190322T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190322T223000 SUMMARY:Bye Bye Birdie - April 13\, 18\, 19\, 20\, 25\, 26\, 27 at 7:30 pm. April 14 & 28 at 2:00 pm. DESCRIPTION:The final production of LCLT's 93rd Season is a BLAST!!! The mu sical Bye Bye Birdie is performed by 28 skilled vocalist\, actors\, and da ncers! A Broadway hit from the 60's\, the show mirrors events and celebrit ies that were making the news in the 50s and 60s\, and depicts family dyna mics from that era. Conrad Birdie has been drafted into the Army. As a far ewell\, the rock and roll star is scheduled to sing Albert Peterson's 'One Last Kiss' and kiss a girl from Sweet Apple\, Ohio - live on the Ed Sulli van Show. However\, Conrad's hip-thrusting makes more than one man in town uncomfortable\, many of whom attempt to stop the show from happening. Mea nwhile\, Rosie wonders if Albert\, for whom she does everything\, will eve r leave his mother's shadow. Catch a performance of this feel-good\, upbea t show filled with some hysterical characters\, incredible dancers\, and f antastic vocalist! (This production does not open on April 12 as originall y published and has 2 Thursday performances - NO performance on Easter Sun day\, April 21.) April 13\, 18\, 19\, 20\, 25\, 26\, 27 at 7:30 pm. April 14 & 28 at 2:00 pm. Adults $20 Seniors (65+) $15 Students $10 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The final production of LCLT's 93rd Season is a BLAST!!!
The musical Bye Bye Birdie is performed by 28 skilled v ocalist\, actors\, and dancers! A Broadway hit from the 60's\, the show mi rrors events and celebrities that were making the news in the 50s and 60s\ , and depicts family dynamics from that era.

Conrad Birdie has been drafted into the Army. As a farewell\, the rock and roll star is sche duled to sing Albert Peterson's 'One Last Kiss' and kiss a girl from Sweet Apple\, Ohio - live on the Ed Sullivan Show. However\, Conrad's hip-thrus ting makes more than one man in town uncomfortable\, many of whom attempt to stop the show from happening. Meanwhile\, Rosie wonders if Albert\, for whom she does everything\, will ever leave his mother's shadow.

Catch a performance of this feel-good\, upbeat show filled with some hys terical characters\, incredible dancers\, and fantastic vocalist! (This pr oduction does not open on April 12 as originally published and has 2 Thurs day performances - NO performance on Easter Sunday\, April 21.)

April 13\, 18\, 19\, 20\, 25\, 26\, 27 at 7:30 pm.
April 14 &\; 2 8 at 2:00 pm.
\;Adults $20 \; Seniors (65+) $15 \; &nb sp\; \;Students $10
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Tickets at www.thelclt.com or call 337-433-7988 for reservations. UID:20190322T1446110Z-583899-617@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210616T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210616T130000 SUMMARY:Navigating the IEP Part 4 DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20210609T1426480Z-583899-1183@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210614T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210614T110000 SUMMARY:Navigating the IEP Part 3 DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20210609T1426150Z-583899-1182@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190124T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190124T160000 SUMMARY:Marketing Strategies for Your Small Business DESCRIPTION:Are you looking to increase your customer base? In this session \, you will learn what a marketing plan is\, how to identify your target m arket\, how to build your strategy\, how to measure your results and prese nt a 30-second elevator pitch. Register by calling 337-475-5529\, email ls bdc.msu@lsbdc.org\, or at www.lsbdc.org/msu X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Are you looking to increase your customer b ase? In this session\, you will learn what a marketing plan is\, how to id entify your target market\, how to build your strategy\, how to measure yo ur results and present a 30-second elevator pitch.

Register by cal ling 337-475-5529\, email lsbdc.msu@l sbdc.org\, or at www.lsbdc.org/msu< /a>

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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20181212T2211590Z-583899-456@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190320T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190320T170000 SUMMARY:Starting & Financing Your Business Idea #SBDCDay DESCRIPTION:This workshop is highly recommended for all individuals interes ted in determining the feasibility of their business idea\, planning to st art or have recently started a small business\, seeking a small business l oan\, or wanting to learn more about business planning. Topics of discussi on will include entrepreneurship readiness\, writing a business plan\, sou rces of funds for start-up and expansion\, and small business resources. R egister by calling 337-475-5529\, email lsbdc.msu@lsbdc.org\, or at www.ls bdc.org/msu X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This workshop is highly recommended for all individuals interested in determining the feasibility of their business i dea\, planning to start or have recently started a small business\, seekin g a small business loan\, or wanting to learn more about business planning . Topics of discussion will include entrepreneurship readiness\, writing a business plan\, sources of funds for start-up and expansion\, and small b usiness resources.

Register by calling 337-475-5529\, email lsbdc.msu@lsbdc.org\, or at www.lsbdc.org/msu

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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20181212T2213060Z-583899-461@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190207T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190207T180000 SUMMARY:How to Form & Register Your Business DESCRIPTION:A business owner must have the proper licenses and permits to s tart and operate a business. Come to this free informative seminar to: Lea rn how to obtain tax ID numbers\, permits and licenses. Learn the differen ce between a “C” and “S” corporation\, sole proprietorship and LLC. Learn how to register your business with the State of Louisiana. Register by cal ling 337-475-5529\, email lsbdc.msu@lsbdc.org\, or at www.lsbdc.org/msu X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
A business owner must have the proper licen ses and permits to start and operate a business.

Come to this free informative seminar to:

Learn how to obtain tax ID numbers\, perm its and licenses. Learn the difference between a &ldquo\;C&rdquo\; and &ld quo\;S&rdquo\; corporation\, sole proprietorship and LLC.

Learn ho w to register your business with the State of Louisiana.

Register by calling 337-475-5529\, email lsbdc .msu@lsbdc.org\, or at www.lsbdc.or g/msu

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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20181212T2212270Z-583899-457@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190221T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190221T170000 SUMMARY:Legal Pitfalls to Avoid as a Small Business Owner DESCRIPTION:The legal side of running a business can get confusing. Pick th e brain of an attorney to learn what to avoid while operating your small b usiness. Register by calling 337-475-5529\, email lsbdc.msu@lsbdc.org\, or at www.lsbdc.org/msu X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The legal side of running a business can ge t confusing. Pick the brain of an attorney to learn what to avoid while op erating your small business.

Register by calling 337-475-5529\, em ail lsbdc.msu@lsbdc.org\, or at < a href='http://www.lsbdc.org/msu'>www.lsbdc.org/msu

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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20181212T2212140Z-583899-459@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190314T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190314T130000 SUMMARY:Lender Match Event DESCRIPTION:Do you have questions you would like to ask a banker? Local len ders will be on hand to discuss how you can successfully obtain a loan to grow your business. Register by calling 337-475-5529\, email lsbdc.msu@lsb dc.org\, or at www.lsbdc.org/msu X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Do you have questions you would like to ask a banker? Local lenders will be on hand to discuss how you can successful ly obtain a loan to grow your business.

Register by calling 337-47 5-5529\, email lsbdc.msu@lsbdc.org\, or at www.lsbdc.org/msu

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CATEGORIES:Education UID:20181212T2212530Z-583899-460@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190117T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190117T170000 SUMMARY:Starting & Financing Your Business Idea: Using Sasol’s SBRG DESCRIPTION:This workshop is highly recommended for all individuals interes ted in determining the feasibility of their business idea\, planning to st art or have recently started a small business\, seeking a small business l oan\, or wanting to learn more about business planning. Topics of discussi on will include entrepreneurship readiness\, writing a business plan\, sou rces of funds for start-up and expansion\, and small business resources. R egister by calling 337-475-5529\, email lsbdc.msu@lsbdc.org\, or at www.ls bdc.org/msu X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This workshop is highly recommended for all individuals interested in determining the feasibility of their business i dea\, planning to start or have recently started a small business\, seekin g a small business loan\, or wanting to learn more about business planning . Topics of discussion will include entrepreneurship readiness\, writing a business plan\, sources of funds for start-up and expansion\, and small b usiness resources.

Register by calling 337-475-5529\, email lsbdc.msu@lsbdc.org\, or at www.lsbdc.org/msu

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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20181212T2211490Z-583899-455@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190326T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190326T170000 SUMMARY:5 Steps to Securing Financing DESCRIPTION:Identifying and securing the financing you need to grow your bu siness can be a daunting task. Learning how to put together a winning fund ing proposal can make the difference between No and Yes! Learn what to do before approaching a lender. Knowing what the lender is looking for and th e questions the lender wants answered will demonstrate your preparedness a nd improve your chances of obtaining the financing that your business need s. Register by calling 337-475-5529\, email lsbdc.msu@lsbdc.org\, or at ww w.lsbdc.org/msu X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Identifying and securing the financing you need to grow your business can be a daunting task. Learning how to put tog ether a winning funding proposal can make the difference between No and Ye s! Learn what to do before approaching a lender. Knowing what the lender i s looking for and the questions the lender wants answered will demonstrate your preparedness and improve your chances of obtaining the financing tha t your business needs.

Register by calling 337-475-5529\, email lsbdc.msu@lsbdc.org\, or at www.lsbdc.org/msu

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CATEGORIES:General UID:20181212T2211050Z-583899-462@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190213T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190213T160000 SUMMARY:Starting & Financing Your Business Idea DESCRIPTION:This workshop is highly recommended for all individuals interes ted in determining the feasibility of their business idea\, planning to st art or have recently started a small business\, seeking a small business l oan\, or wanting to learn more about business planning. Topics of discussi on will include entrepreneurship readiness\, writing a business plan\, sou rces of funds for start-up and expansion\, and small business resources. R egister by calling 337-475-5529\, email lsbdc.msu@lsbdc.org\, or at www.ls bdc.org/msu X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This workshop is highly recommended for all individuals interested in determining the feasibility of their business i dea\, planning to start or have recently started a small business\, seekin g a small business loan\, or wanting to learn more about business planning . Topics of discussion will include entrepreneurship readiness\, writing a business plan\, sources of funds for start-up and expansion\, and small b usiness resources.

Register by calling 337-475-5529\, email lsbdc.msu@lsbdc.org\, or at www.lsbdc.org/msu

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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:DeRidder UID:20181212T2212380Z-583899-458@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190413T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190413T223000 SUMMARY:Bye Bye Birdie - April 13\, 18\, 19\, 20\, 25\, 26\, 27 at 7:30 pm. April 14 & 28 at 2:00 pm. DESCRIPTION:The final production of LCLT's 93rd Season is a BLAST!!! The mu sical Bye Bye Birdie is performed by 28 skilled vocalist\, actors\, and da ncers! A Broadway hit from the 60's\, the show mirrors events and celebrit ies that were making the news in the 50s and 60s\, and depicts family dyna mics from that era. Conrad Birdie has been drafted into the Army. As a far ewell\, the rock and roll star is scheduled to sing Albert Peterson's 'One Last Kiss' and kiss a girl from Sweet Apple\, Ohio - live on the Ed Sulli van Show. However\, Conrad's hip-thrusting makes more than one man in town uncomfortable\, many of whom attempt to stop the show from happening. Mea nwhile\, Rosie wonders if Albert\, for whom she does everything\, will eve r leave his mother's shadow. Catch a performance of this feel-good\, upbea t show filled with some hysterical characters\, incredible dancers\, and f antastic vocalist! (This production does not open on April 12 as originall y published and has 2 Thursday performances - NO performance on Easter Sun day\, April 21.) April 13\, 18\, 19\, 20\, 25\, 26\, 27 at 7:30 pm. April 14 & 28 at 2:00 pm. Adults $20 Seniors (65+) $15 Students $10 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The final production of LCLT's 93rd Season is a BLAST!!!
The musical Bye Bye Birdie is performed by 28 skilled v ocalist\, actors\, and dancers! A Broadway hit from the 60's\, the show mi rrors events and celebrities that were making the news in the 50s and 60s\ , and depicts family dynamics from that era.

Conrad Birdie has been drafted into the Army. As a farewell\, the rock and roll star is sche duled to sing Albert Peterson's 'One Last Kiss' and kiss a girl from Sweet Apple\, Ohio - live on the Ed Sullivan Show. However\, Conrad's hip-thrus ting makes more than one man in town uncomfortable\, many of whom attempt to stop the show from happening. Meanwhile\, Rosie wonders if Albert\, for whom she does everything\, will ever leave his mother's shadow.

Catch a performance of this feel-good\, upbeat show filled with some hys terical characters\, incredible dancers\, and fantastic vocalist! (This pr oduction does not open on April 12 as originally published and has 2 Thurs day performances - NO performance on Easter Sunday\, April 21.)

April 13\, 18\, 19\, 20\, 25\, 26\, 27 at 7:30 pm.
April 14 &\; 2 8 at 2:00 pm.
\;Adults $20 \; Seniors (65+) $15 \; &nb sp\; \;Students $10
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Tickets at www.thelclt.com or call 337-433-7988 for reservations. UID:20190322T1519000Z-583899-618@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190711T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190711T130000 SUMMARY:West Calcasieu Chamber: Monthly Business Luncheon DESCRIPTION:Guest Speaker Michael Reese Fort Polk Progress\, Inc. Click h ere to RSVP. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Guest Speaker

Michael Reese

Fort Polk Progress\, Inc.

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Click here to RSVP.
CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:West Cal Events Center UID:20190703T1615260Z-583899-794@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190720 SUMMARY:Chews’ Multicultural Hair Affair Beauty Expo DESCRIPTION:For the 19th year\, Chew’s Multicultural Hair Affair Beauty Exp o returns to the Lake Charles Civic Center\, 900 Lakeshore Dr.\, Saturday – Monday\, July 20-22\, to present some of the leading professionals in th e hair and beauty industry. The event includes exhibition booths\, presen tations\, demonstrations\, and classes led by top celebrity educators. Sty lists and barbers from all over the country will showcase the hottest and most sought-after styles. The expo will kick off with a welcome party on Saturday\, July 20\, at 8 p.m. at the Foundation House\, located at 720 En terprise Blvd. On Sunday\, July 21\, a praise and worship service will tak e place beginning at 8 a.m. inside the Lake Charles Civic Center Exhibitio n Hall. A VIP Dinner will be held in the Lake Charles Civic Center Jean La fitte room at 6 p.m. with awards presented by Mayor Nic Hunter. At 8 p.m.\ , the Hair Battle on the lake will be held in the Lake Charles Civic Cente r Buccaneer Room\, followed by an afterparty at the Foundation House. On M onday\, July 22\, the Barber Battle will be held at 3 p.m. in the Lake Cha rles Civic Center Exhibition Hall. For ticket information\, log onto Visi tLakeCharles.org/ChewsHairAffair or call 337-540-7617. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
For the 19th year\, Chew&rsquo\;s Multicult ural Hair Affair Beauty Expo returns to the Lake Charles Civic Center\, 90 0 Lakeshore Dr.\, Saturday &ndash\; Monday\, July 20-22\, to present some of the leading professionals in the hair and beauty industry. \;

The event includes exhibition booths\, presentations\, demonstrations\, and classes led by top celebrity educators. Stylists and barbers from all over the country will showcase the hottest and most sought-after styles.& nbsp\;

The expo will kick off with a welcome party on Saturday\, J uly 20\, at 8 p.m. at the Foundation House\, located at 720 Enterprise Blv d. On Sunday\, July 21\, a praise and worship service will take place begi nning at 8 a.m. inside the Lake Charles Civic Center Exhibition Hall. A VI P Dinner will be held in the Lake Charles Civic Center Jean Lafitte room a t 6 p.m. with awards presented by Mayor Nic Hunter. At 8 p.m.\, the Hair B attle on the lake will be held in the Lake Charles Civic Center Buccaneer Room\, followed by an afterparty at the Foundation House. On Monday\, July 22\, the Barber Battle will be held at 3 p.m. in the Lake Charles Civic C enter Exhibition Hall. \;

For ticket information\, log onto&nb sp\;VisitLakeCharles.org/ChewsHairAffair \;or call 337-540-7617.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20190717T1837520Z-583899-812@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190811T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190811T160000 SUMMARY:93rd Season Membership Drive DESCRIPTION:Join us the Lake Charles Little Theater on Sunday\, August 11\, from 3pm - 4pm in their lobby for a membership sign-up event! There will be door prize drawings to win Popcorn for the entire season\, t-shirts\, a nd several tickets to allow you to bring a guest for free. They will have membership forms on-site and will have refreshments for all those in atten dance. If you've already completed the membership process\, they will add your name for the drawings\, but you are invited to attend the event and m eet the new Board of Directors and learn how LCLT is growing and planning for the future! Immediately following the membership sign-up\, LCLT will be have our annual members meeting. There are membership forms outside the lobby doors if you want to pick one up\, fill it out\, and drop it in our mail slot on the front of the building. If you need assistance then pl ease call 337-433-7988 and leave a message. Attendance is not required t o win prizes. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us the Lake Charles Little Theater on Sunday\ , August 11\, from 3pm - 4pm in their lobby for a membership sign-up event ! There will be door prize drawings to win Popcorn for the entire season\, t-shirts\, and several tickets to allow you to bring a guest for free. Th ey will have membership forms on-site and will have refreshments for all t hose in attendance. If you've already completed the membership process\, t hey will add your name for the drawings\, but you are invited to attend th e event and meet the new Board of Directors and learn how LCLT is growing and planning for the future!

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Immediately following the membe rship sign-up\, LCLT will be have our annual members meeting.
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There are membership forms outside the lobby doors if you want to pick o ne up\, fill it out\, and drop it in our mail slot on the front of the bui lding. If you need assistance then please call 337-433-7988 and leave a me ssage.

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Attendance is not required to win prizes.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lake Charles Little Theater UID:20190731T1803150Z-583899-845@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190816 SUMMARY:Rouge Et Blanc: Grand Tasting Tickets Go On Sale! DESCRIPTION:Get ready for the 14th year of Southwest Louisiana's premier fi ne wine & culinary event\, relocating to scenic downtown Lake Charles this year with a fresh new look and a later time slot. Imbiber patrons are e ligible to purchase two GOLD tickets during the pre-sale\, set for JULY 8 - AUGUST 2. For more information on the Imbiber program\, visit www.rougee tblanc.us Tickets go on sale to the public on Friday\, August 16 at 9 a. m. and will be available online or\, for patrons who prefer to purchase in person\, on the McNeese campus at the F.G. Bulber Auditorium box office i n the front lobby. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Get ready for the 14th year of Southwest Louisian a's premier fine wine &\; culinary event\, relocating to scenic \;< /span> downtown Lake Charles \;this year with a fresh new look and a later time slot.

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Imbiber patrons are eligible to p urchase two GOLD tickets during the pre-sale\, set for JULY 8 - AUGUST 2. For more information on the Imbiber program\, visit www.rougeetblanc.us

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Tickets go on sale to the public on Friday\, August 16 at 9 a.m. and will be available online or\, for patrons who prefer to purchase in person\, on the McNeese campus at the F.G. Bulber Auditorium b ox office in the front lobby. \;
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Downtown Lake Charles UID:20190717T1841250Z-583899-814@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190717T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190717T140000 SUMMARY:Lutcher Season Tickets: Now Available DESCRIPTION:The Lutcher Theater for the Performing Arts announces it's 40th Anniversary Season and season ticket packages of 4 or more shows are avai lable now. This season the Lutcher is featuring 15 Incredible Events inc luding 8 National Tours of Broadway shows\, 1 family holiday classic\, 1 u nprecedented Contemporary Dance event and 5 amazing musical acts comprised of various genres of music: Roots-rock\, Symphonic\, Jazz\, Christmas Con temporary Christian and Country. The lineup offers a world class experienc e to every audience member along with unforgettable memories. Individual tickets will go on sale August 19\, 2019. The Lutcher Theater is the p rominent presenter of Broadway\, national and international tours\, award- winning artists\, renowned dance and acclaimed children's performances for Southeast Texas and Southwest Louisiana. Visit lutcher.org for more inf ormation or call the Lutcher Theater Box Office at 409.886.5535. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html: < tbody>

The Lutcher Theater for the Performing Arts announces it's 40th Anniversary Season \;and \;season ticket packa ges of 4 or more shows are available now.

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This season the Lutcher is \;featuring \;15 Incredible Events incl uding \;8 \;National Tours of Broadway shows\, 1 family holiday cl assic\, 1 unprecedented Contemporary Dance event and 5 amazing musical act s comprised of various genres of music: Roots-rock\, Symphonic\, Jazz\, Ch ristmas Contemporary Christian and Country. The lineup offers a world clas s experience to every audience member along with unforgettable memories.
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Individual tickets will go on sale August 1 9\, 2019. \;

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The Lutcher Theater is th e prominent presenter of Broadway\, national and international tours\, awa rd-winning artists\, renowned dance and acclaimed children's performances for Southeast Texas and Southwest Louisiana.

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Visit \;lutcher.org \;for more information or call the Lutcher Theate r Box Office at 409.886.5535.

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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Lutcher Theater UID:20190717T1843120Z-583899-815@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190710T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190710T120000 SUMMARY:American Job Center to Host Summer Quarterly Job Fair DESCRIPTION:The American Job Center encourages job seekers and employers to take part in the Summer Quarterly Job Fair\, which will take place from 9 a.m. - noon\, Wednesday\, July 10 at the Lake Charles Civic Center’s Exhi bition Hall. Job seekers are required to wear business attire and to brin g a picture ID and several copies of their current resume. Make sure to ar rive early to ensure the opportunity to meet with employers. Employers ar e invited to take part in the job fair. To register\, contact the American Job Center at 337-721-4010. Deadline to register is Wednesday\, July 3. T here is no cost for employers to participate. Veterans\, who will be give n priority services\, are asked to arrive at 8:30 a.m. for exclusive acces s to employers until 9 a.m. For those who want help preparing for the job fair\, there will be a Job Readiness Workshop at 9 a.m. on Wednesday\, Ju ly 3\, at the American Job Center\, 2424 Third St. in Lake Charles. Partic ipants will learn the dos and don’ts of looking for a job\, programs and s ervices to assist in job searches\, interview tips and information on avai lable job opportunities.   Pre-registration is requested for the workshop\ , but not for the job fair. The job fair is sponsored by the Calcasieu Par ish Police Jury\, in conjunction with the Workforce Development Board and the Louisiana Workforce Commission. It is funded by the Workforce Innovati on and Opportunity Act. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The American Job Center encourages job seek ers and employers to take part in the Summer Quarterly Job Fair\, which wi ll take place from 9 a.m. - noon\, Wednesday\, July 10 at the Lake Charles Civic Center&rsquo\;s Exhibition Hall. \;

Job seekers are req uired to wear business attire and to bring a picture ID and several copies of their current resume. Make sure to arrive early to ensure the opportun ity to meet with employers. \;

Employers are invited to take p art in the job fair. To register\, contact the American Job Center at 337- 721-4010. Deadline to register is Wednesday\, July 3. There is no cost for employers to participate. \;

Veterans\, who will be given pri ority services\, are asked to arrive at 8:30 a.m. for exclusive access to employers until 9 a.m. \;

For those who want help preparing fo r the job fair\, there will be a Job Readiness Workshop at 9 a.m. on Wedne sday\, July 3\, at the American Job Center\, 2424 Third St. in Lake Charle s. Participants will learn the dos and don&rsquo\;ts of looking for a job\ , programs and services to assist in job searches\, interview tips and inf ormation on available job opportunities. \; \;

Pre-registr ation is requested for the workshop\, but not for the job fair.

Th e \;job fair \;is sponsored by the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury\, in conjunction with the Workforce Development Board and the Louisiana Work force Commission. It is funded by the \;Workforce Innovation and Oppor tunity Act.
CATEGORIES:Career Fairs & Trade Shows LOCATION:American Job Center UID:20190703T1618420Z-583899-796@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190712T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190712T090000 SUMMARY:West Calcasieu Chamber: Coffee with the Mayor DESCRIPTION:Westlake Mayor Bob Hardey is hosting this month's Coffee with t he Mayor X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Westlake Ma yor Bob Hardey is hosting this month's Coffee with the Mayor
CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:Westlake City Hall UID:20190703T1617010Z-583899-795@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190413T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190413T100000 SUMMARY:Free pancakes with fellow pilots DESCRIPTION:Load up on pancakes and sausage with fellow pilots during this FREE event. ALL ARE WELCOME! April 13th\, 2019. 7:30-10:00am (Breakfast s tarts at 8am). Chennault International Airport\, Lake Charles LA Free ram p or facility fees. Parking available at Million Air. DOOR PRIZES: Yeti I ce Chest ($250 in value) Three day family passes to the Chennault internat ional airchow in May. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Load up on pancakes and sausage with fellow pilots during this FREE event. ALL ARE WELCOME! \;

April 13th \, 2019. 7:30-10:00am (Breakfast starts at 8am).

Chennault Interna tional Airport\, Lake Charles LA \;

Free ramp or facility fees . Parking available at Million Air. \;

DOOR PRIZES:

Ye ti Ice Chest ($250 in value)

Three day family passes to the Chenna ult international airchow in May. \;

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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:RSVP: ciaa@chennault.org UID:20190322T1524590Z-583899-619@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210317T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210317T113000 SUMMARY:2nd Chance: Work Opportunity Tax Credit DESCRIPTION:Prison Fellowship founded Second Chance Month in 2017 to raise awareness of this 'second prison\,' improve perceptions of people with a c riminal record\, encourage second-chance opportunities\, and drive momentu m for policy change throughout the country. As part of Second Chance Month \, the Louisiana Department of Corrections is partnering with Louisiana Wo rkforce Commission to host a webinar series on the benefits of hiring form erly incarcerated individuals. 3/17 @ 10:30 AM – Work Opportunity Tax Cre dit (WOTC) - Learn how to receive up to $2\,400 for qualified second chanc e new hires. Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/6316146242 459/WN_6MTMhFRPReewiCREQcODGg X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Prison Fell owship \;founded \;Second Chance Month \ ;in 2017 to raise awareness of this 'second prison\,' improve perceptions of people with a criminal record\, encourage second-chance opportunities\, and drive momentum for policy change throughout the country. \;As part of Second Chance Month\, the& nbsp\;Louisiana Departme nt of Corrections is partnering with Louisiana Workforce Commission to hos t a webinar series on the benefits of hiring formerly incarcerated individ uals. \;

3/17 @ 10:30 AM &ndash\; Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) - Learn how to receiv e up to $2\,400 for qualified second chance new hires.

Register: \;https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/6316146242459/WN_ 6MTMhFRPReewiCREQcODGg
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20210312T1657230Z-583899-1147@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191212 SUMMARY:Jingle & Mingle in Sulphur RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;COUNT=4 EXDATE;VALUE=DATE:20191215 DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Brimestone Museum (900 S. Huntington Street\, Sulph ur) to pick up your shopping passport for Sulphur’s 2nd Annual Jingle & Mi ngle on December 12-14. Participants can collect passport stamps at any of the eighteen locations participating for a chance to win one of three gra nd prizes. Each location has additional holiday suprises for shoppers. Vis it Jingle & Mingle in Sulphur on Facebook for more information. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Stop by the Brimestone Museum (900 S. Hunti ngton Street\, Sulphur) to pick up your shopping passport for Sulphur&rsqu o\;s 2^nd Annual Jingle &\; Mingle on December 12-14. Partici pants can collect passport stamps at any of the eighteen locations partici pating for a chance to win one of three grand prizes. Each location has ad ditional holiday suprises for shoppers. Visit Jingle &\; Mingle in Sulp hur on Facebook for more information.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Brimstone Museum UID:20191203T1956530Z-583899-1010@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200218T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200218T170000 SUMMARY:Live2Lead - How Successful People Think DESCRIPTION: Whether you lead a large organization or want to be a better mentor to those around you\, you will gain meaningful and relevant insight s so you can return home ready to implement your new action plan and lead with renewed passion and commitment. You will learn from elite thinkers\ , including the #1 leadership expert in the world\, John C. Maxwell\, and gain leadership principles and personal growth techniques from their time- tested teaching. Live 2 Lead is a leader development experience designed to equip you with new perspectives\, practical tools and key takeaways. Y ou’ll breathe new life into your leadership during this event. Attendees learn from renowned leadership experts from a variety of industries\, gai n a new perspective on relevant topics\, and get practical tools to take h ome with them. We guarantee you will leave equipped and excited to lead and create change with renewed passion and drive. WHAT YOU'LL GAIN Pri vate and exclusive John C. Maxwell Live2Lead Motivational Workshop video b roadcast Workshop participant guide “How Successful People Think” book by John C. Maxwell Intro to How Successful People Think mastermind workshop w ith Dr. Joseph “Joe” Fierro\, Certified John Maxwell Speaker | Teacher | C oach – Mentorship Certificate of Attendance SHRM 3.75 Professional Develop ment Credits | Academic CEUs Pending Fee: $149.00/person or $1\,000/tabl e of 8 For more infromation\, click here. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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Whether you lead a large organization or want to be a be tter mentor to those around you\, you will gain meaningful and relevant in sights so you can return home ready to implement your new action plan and lead with renewed passion and commitment.

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You will learn from elite thinkers\ , including the #1 leadership expert in the world\, John C. Maxwell\, and gain leadership principles and personal growth techniques from their time- tested teaching.

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Live 2 Lead \;is a leader development experience designe d to equip you with new perspectives\, practical tools and key takeaways. You&rsquo\;ll breathe new life into your leadership during this event.

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Attend ees learn from renowned \;leadership experts from a variety of industr ies\, gain a new perspective on relevant topics\, and get practical tools to take home with them.

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We guarantee you will \;leave equipped and excite d to lead and create change with renewed passion and drive.

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WHAT YOU'LL GAIN
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~~Private and ex clusive John C. Maxwell Live2Lead Motivational Workshop video broadcast~~

Workshop participant guide< /span>

&ldquo\;How Successful Pe ople Think&rdquo\; \;book by John C. Maxwell

Intro to How Successful People Think mastermind wo rkshop with Dr. Joseph &ldquo\;Joe&rdquo\; Fierro\, Certified John Maxwell Speaker | Teacher | Coach &ndash\; Mentorship

Certificate of Attendance

SHRM 3.75 Professional Development Credits | Academ ic CEUs Pending

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Fee: $149.00/pers on

or $1 \,000/table of 8

For more infromation\, click here.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20200210T1559500Z-583899-1060@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200212T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200212T100000 SUMMARY:City to Hold Public Meeting for Businesses Along Mardi Gras Holiday Parade Route DESCRIPTION:on Wednesday\, February 12\, the City of Lake Charles will cond uct a public meeting for all property owners along the Mardi Gras Holiday parade route whose business operations will be affected by the 2020 Mardi Gras Parades. The meeting will be conducted at 9 a.m. in the City Council Chambers of City Hall\, 326 Pujo St. The Merchants’ Parade is schedule fo r 7 p.m. on Friday\, February 21 and the Children’s Parade is scheduled fo r 3:30 p.m. on Sunday\, February 23. The Krewe of Krewes Parade will begin at 5 p.m. on Tuesday\, February 25. All of these parades will begin at th e north end of Bord du Lac Drive\, cross over Lakeshore Drive onto Pine St reet\, turn right onto Ryan Street and continue south on Ryan to Sale Road where the parades will end. Also on Mardi Gras day\, Tuesday\, February 25\, the Second Line Stroll Walking Parade (1 p.m.) and Jeeps on Parade (2 p.m.) will travel down Ryan Street from Pine Street to Sallier Street. Th e Motor Gras Parade will begin at 3 p.m. on Mardi Gras Day and will begin at Pine and Ryan Streets and head south to Sale Road. At the public meeti ng\, City officials will advise the public on port-a-can placements\, dump ster placements\, the police command center locations\, Do’s and Don’ts\, and parking restrictions downtown. The City will distribute cardboard tra sh boxes with plastic liners at the meeting to all property owners along t he parade route. Waste Management and the City of Lake Charles are providi ng the boxes. Property owners are asked to collect trash left on their pr operty and place the cardboard boxes in the public right of way along Ryan Street. City trash crews will pick up the boxes beginning at 7 a.m.\, We dnesday morning\, February 26\, the day after the parades. For more infor mation\, contact Katie Harrington\, public information officer\, at (337) 491-9176 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
on \;Wednesday\, February 12\,& nbsp\;the City of Lake Charles will conduct a public meeting for all property owners along the Mardi Gras Holiday parade route whose busine ss operations will be affected by the 2020 Mardi Gras Parades. \;The meeting will be conducted at 9 a.m. in the City Council Chambers of City Hall\, 326 Pujo St. \;

The Merchants&rsquo\; Pa rade is schedule for 7 p.m. on Friday\, February 21 and the Children&rsquo \;s Parade is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. on Sunday\, February 23. The Krewe o f Krewes Parade will begin at 5 p.m. on Tuesday\, February 25. All of thes e parades \;will begin at the north end of Bord du Lac Drive\, cross o ver Lakeshore Drive onto Pine Street\, turn right onto Ryan Street and con tinue south on Ryan to Sale Road where the parades will end. \;
< p>Also on Mardi Gras day\, Tuesday\, February 25\, the Second Line Stroll Walking Parade (1 p.m.) and Jeeps on Parade (2 p.m.) will travel down Ryan Street from Pine Street to Sallier Street. The Motor Gras Parade will beg in at 3 p.m. on Mardi Gras Day and will begin at Pine and Ryan Streets and head south to Sale Road. \;

At the public meeting\, City offi cials will advise the public on port-a-can placements\, dumpster placement s\, the police command center locations\, Do&rsquo\;s and Don&rsquo\;ts\, and parking restrictions downtown. \;

The City will distribute cardboard trash boxes with plastic liners at the meeting to all property owners along the parade route. Waste Management and the City of Lake Charl es are providing the boxes. \;

Property owners are asked to co llect trash left on their property and place the cardboard boxes in the pu blic right of way along Ryan Street. \; City trash crews will pick up the boxes beginning at 7 a.m.\, Wednesday morning\, February 26\, the day after the parades. \;

For more information\, contact Katie Har rington\, public information officer\, at (337) 491-9176
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:City Hall UID:20200210T1602220Z-583899-1062@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200218T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200218T103000 SUMMARY:Lutcher: Kids Events Create 'Page to Stage' Experiences DESCRIPTION:The Lutcher Incredible Kids Events performing arts series creat es 'Page to Stage' experiences for thousands of students & educators throu ghout Southeast Texas & Southwest Louisiana. Working closely with educat ion professionals and local school districts\, the Lutcher's daytime kids' series is relevant and enriching to students while meeting Texas and Loui siana state learning criteria. Educators and parents are encouraged to m ake plans now to enjoy the balance of the 2019-20 Lutcher Incredible Kids Events season! Check out Lutcher.org for show dates\, descriptions & study guides. Call the Box Office at (409) 886-5535 to plan your field trip o r reserve tickets. Most shows are only $5.00 per ticket\, perfect for scho ol field trips and open to the public as well. Wilde Creatures - Tuesday \, February 18th 9:30 & 11:30AM 1984 - Thursday\, February 27th 10:00 AM P eter Rabbit - Wednesday\, March 25th 9:30 & 11:30AM Diary Of A Wombat - Mo nday\, April 27th 9:30 & 11:30AM For More information please contact Lea h Stark at (409) 886-5535 or leah@lutcher.org X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The \;Lutcher Incredible Kids Events& nbsp\;performing arts series \;creates 'Page to Stage' \;experienc es for thousands of students &\; educators throughout Southeast Texas & amp\; Southwest Louisiana.

\;

Working closely with education professionals and local school districts\, the Lutcher's d aytime kids' series is relevant and enriching to students while meeting Te xas and Louisiana state learning criteria.

\;

Educators and parents are encouraged to make plans now to enjoy the balan ce of the \;2019-20 \;Lutcher Incredible Kids Events \;season! Check out \;Lutcher.org \;for show dates\, descriptions &\; study gu ides.

\;

Call the Box Office at (409) 886-553 5 to plan your field trip or reserve tickets. Most shows are only $5.00 pe r ticket\, perfect for school field trips and open to the public as well.< /div>
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Wilde Creatu res \;- Tuesday\, February 18th 9:30 &\; 11:30AM

1984 \;- Thursday\, February 27th 10:00 AM

Peter Rabbit \;- Wednesday\, March 25th 9:30 &\; 11:30AM
Diary Of A Wombat \;- Monday\, April 27th 9: 30 &\; 11:30AM

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For More information ple ase contact Leah Stark at (409) 886-5535 or \;leah@lutcher.org
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Lutcher Theater UID:20200210T1610010Z-583899-1065@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200227T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200227T110000 SUMMARY:Lutcher: Kids Events Create 'Page to Stage' Experiences DESCRIPTION:The Lutcher Incredible Kids Events performing arts series creat es 'Page to Stage' experiences for thousands of students & educators throu ghout Southeast Texas & Southwest Louisiana. Working closely with educat ion professionals and local school districts\, the Lutcher's daytime kids' series is relevant and enriching to students while meeting Texas and Loui siana state learning criteria. Educators and parents are encouraged to m ake plans now to enjoy the balance of the 2019-20 Lutcher Incredible Kids Events season! Check out Lutcher.org for show dates\, descriptions & study guides. Call the Box Office at (409) 886-5535 to plan your field trip o r reserve tickets. Most shows are only $5.00 per ticket\, perfect for scho ol field trips and open to the public as well. Wilde Creatures - Tuesday \, February 18th 9:30 & 11:30AM 1984 - Thursday\, February 27th 10:00 AM P eter Rabbit - Wednesday\, March 25th 9:30 & 11:30AM Diary Of A Wombat - Mo nday\, April 27th 9:30 & 11:30AM For More information please contact Lea h Stark at (409) 886-5535 or leah@lutcher.org X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The \;Lutcher Incredible Kids Events& nbsp\;performing arts series \;creates 'Page to Stage' \;experienc es for thousands of students &\; educators throughout Southeast Texas & amp\; Southwest Louisiana.

\;

Working closely with education professionals and local school districts\, the Lutcher's d aytime kids' series is relevant and enriching to students while meeting Te xas and Louisiana state learning criteria.

\;

Educators and parents are encouraged to make plans now to enjoy the balan ce of the \;2019-20 \;Lutcher Incredible Kids Events \;season! Check out \;Lutcher.org \;for show dates\, descriptions &\; study gu ides.

\;

Call the Box Office at (409) 886-553 5 to plan your field trip or reserve tickets. Most shows are only $5.00 pe r ticket\, perfect for school field trips and open to the public as well.< /div>
\;

Wilde Creatu res \;- Tuesday\, February 18th 9:30 &\; 11:30AM

1984 \;- Thursday\, February 27th 10:00 AM

Peter Rabbit \;- Wednesday\, March 25th 9:30 &\; 11:30AM
Diary Of A Wombat \;- Monday\, April 27th 9: 30 &\; 11:30AM

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For More information ple ase contact Leah Stark at (409) 886-5535 or \;leah@lutcher.org
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Lutcher Theater UID:20200210T1614190Z-583899-1066@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200224T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200224T140000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Lundi Gras DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Lundi Gras with us at the Children’s Museum! They wil l have a shoebox float workshop at 11 a.m. Please bring a medium shoe box from home to decorate. This workshop is limited to 20 children\, ages 5 an d up. At 11:45 a.m. they will have a Second Line parade throughout the mus eum and end on the third floor with a dance party! At 12:15 p.m. they will create a traditional Mardi Gras mask in the ArtSpace. This workshop is li mited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Celebrate Lundi Gras with us at the Childre n&rsquo\;s Museum! They will have a shoebox float workshop at 11 a.m. Plea se bring a medium shoe box from home to decorate. This workshop is limited to 20 children\, ages 5 and up. At 11:45 a.m. they will have a Second Lin e parade throughout the museum and end on the third floor with a dance par ty! At 12:15 p.m. they will create a traditional Mardi Gras mask in the Ar tSpace. This workshop is limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up. \;
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20200210T1623340Z-583899-1073@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200226T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200226T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Louisiana Alligator DESCRIPTION:Make a Louisiana alligator out of art materials. Classes begin at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. and are limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Make a Louisiana alligator out of art mater ials. Classes begin at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. and are limited to 20 children\ , ages 4 and up.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20200210T1624120Z-583899-1074@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200319T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200319T130000 SUMMARY:West Calcasieu Chamber Empowering Women Lunch DESCRIPTION:Keynote Speaker: Alexandria Geovanni\, LCDR\, CHC\, USNR MFR CR EDO Deputy Chaplain Marine Forces Reserve X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Keynote Speaker:
Alexandria Geovanni\, LCDR\, CHC\, USNR

MFR CREDO Deputy Chaplain

Marine For ces Reserve

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CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:Isle of Capri - Lake Charles UID:20200210T1617130Z-583899-1069@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200214T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200214T150000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Valentine's Day Cards DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html: CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20200210T1619040Z-583899-1070@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210324T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210324T113000 SUMMARY:2nd Chance: Fidelity Bonding DESCRIPTION:Prison Fellowship founded Second Chance Month in 2017 to raise awareness of this 'second prison\,' improve perceptions of people with a c riminal record\, encourage second-chance opportunities\, and drive momentu m for policy change throughout the country. As part of Second Chance Month \, the Louisiana Department of Corrections is partnering with Louisiana Wo rkforce Commission to host a webinar series on the benefits of hiring form erly incarcerated individuals 3/24 @ 10:30 AM - Fidelity Bonding - Learn h ow this free business insurance policy reduces the financial burden of hir ing. Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/1316146242715/WN _JaWThU7QSzO4J_MrflTfGg X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Prison Fell owship \;founded \;Second Chance Month \ ;in 2017 to raise awareness of this 'second prison\,' improve perceptions of people with a criminal record\, encourage second-chance opportunities\, and drive momentum for policy change throughout the country. \;As part of Second Chance Month\, the& nbsp\;Louisiana Departme nt of Corrections is partnering with Louisiana Workforce Commission to hos t a webinar series on the benefits of hiring formerly incarcerated individ uals

3/24 @ 10:30 AM - Fidelity Bonding - Learn how this free business insurance policy reduce s the financial burden of hiring.

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Register: \;htt ps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/1316146242715/WN_JaWThU7QSzO4J_MrflTfGg
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20210312T1658150Z-583899-1148@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190320T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190320T123000 SUMMARY:Carnegie Library: Breaking The Glass Ceiling DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles’ Leadership Team for Community Diversi ty and Inclusion will host a “Brown Bag Lecture Series” at Carnegie Memori al Library on Wednesday\,    March 20\, 2019 at 11:30 a.m. Participants a re encouraged to bring their lunch. Beginning at noon\, Honorable Sharon Darville Wilson\, will be the guest speaker. The title of this presentati on will be “Breaking the Glass Ceiling in a Male Dominated Profession”. The free lecture will take place at Carnegie Memorial Library\, located at 411 Pujo Street in downtown Lake Charles. All prospective participants ar e asked to register by contacting Dena Jourdan atdena.jourdan@cityoflc.us or 491-1465. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles&rsquo\; Leadership Team for Community Diversity and Inclusion will host a &ldquo\;Brown Bag Lecture Series&rdquo\; at Carnegie Memorial Library on Wednesday\, \;& nbsp\; \; March \; 20\, 2019 at 11:30 a.m. Participants are encour aged to bring their lunch.

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Beginning at noon\, Hon orable Sharon Darville Wilson\, will be the guest speaker. The title of th is presentation will be &ldquo\;Breaking the Glass Ceiling in a Male Domin ated Profession&rdquo\;.

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The free lecture will tak e place at Carnegie Memorial Library\, located at 411 Pujo Street in downt own Lake Charles. All prospective participants are asked to register by co ntacting Dena Jourdan atdena.jou rdan@cityoflc.us \;or 491-1465.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190311T1403380Z-583899-599@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190701 SUMMARY:Get Fit with Your Family This Summer DESCRIPTION:CHRISTUS Louisiana Athletic Club - Lake Charles is putting the fun into family fitness this summer with a program that will guarantee goo d health and a great time. “All this summer we are opening the doors to f amilies looking to get off the couch and spending time together while work ing on physical fitness\,” said Cheyanna Glyenn\, Manager\, CHRISTUS Louis iana Athletic Club - Lake Charles. “We will have parent and child classes available every Monday and Saturday to help create strong bodies and stron g bonds.” Studies show families that exercise\, eat meals and play togeth er have stronger family bonds and are often mentally and physically health ier. These families create shared memories\, achieve shared goals\, and al so show signs of increased communication. The practice of family exercise also helps with the development of great life practices that allows child ren – and adults – to learn about the power of exericse that can reduce de pression\, stress\, anxiety and improve sleep. The benefits of exercise ar e well-known\, but by exercising together\, families can improve more than just their heart rates. The cost for the class is $25 per month\, all su mmer through July 29. Classes are held Mondays from 5:30 p.m. – 6:15 p.m. and on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. until 9:45 a.m. For more information\, ca ll 337.474.6601. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CHRISTUS Louisiana Athletic Club - \;Lake Charles \;is putting the fun into family fitness this summ er with a program that will guarantee good health \;and a great time.& nbsp\;

&ldquo\;All this summer we are opening the doors to familie s looking to get off the couch and \;spending time together while work ing on physical fitness\,&rdquo\; \;said \;Cheyanna Glyenn\, \ ;Manager\, \;CHRISTUS Louisiana Athletic Club - \;Lake Charles . &ldquo\;We will have parent and child classes available every Monda y and Saturday to help create strong bodies and strong bonds.&rdquo\; \;

Studies show families that exercise\, eat meals and play togeth er have stronger family bonds and are often mentally and physically health ier. These families create shared memories\, achieve shared goals\, and al so show signs of increased communication. \;

The practice of f amily exercise also helps with the development of great life practices tha t allows children &ndash\; and adults &ndash\; to learn about the power of exericse that can reduce depression\, stress\, anxiety and improve sleep. The benefits of exercise are well-known\, but by exercising together\, fa milies can improve more than just their heart rates. \;

The co st for the class is $25 per month\, all summer through July 29. Classes ar e held Mondays from 5:30 p.m. &ndash\; 6:15 p.m. and on Saturdays from 9:0 0 a.m. until 9:45 a.m. \;

For more information\, call \;~~337.474.6601.~~
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:CHRISTUS Louisiana Athletic Club UID:20190703T1620340Z-583899-797@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181201T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181201T200000 SUMMARY:Winter Wonderland Gala DESCRIPTION:On Behalf of International Club of Southwest Louisiana\, you ar e invited tor the annual fund raising event Winter Wonderland Gala 2018\, which will be held on December 1\, 2018 in the Martinique Cayman Room of I sle of Capri Casino & Hotel located at 100 Westlake\, LA70669. Winter Wo nderland Gala is International Club's biggest fundraiser of the year. Loca l businesses participate this event to support our outstanding programs. T he proceeds enable us to continue and extend our two major programs. One program is legal services for low income families conducted by St. France s Cabrini Immigration Law Center. Our contract lawyer and legal assistants provide professional immigration services on a low cost fee scale. This p rogram is funded majorly by Louisiana Bar Foundation and United Way of SWL A. The other program is educational classes and workforce improvement pr ograms. English as Second Language class is a big need for the new comers to adapt into this new environment. After a 3-month term class\, they are able to have conversational level English for their daily use. Spanish as Second Language class is popular among people who are seeking self-improve ment\, it also helps in getting better job opportunities. Guests include :  Calcasieu Parish Women Shelter\, United Way of SWLA\, La Familia\, the District Attorney’s Office\, Global Contractor\, CITGO\, First Federal Ban k\,  Flavin Realty\, Global Management and other local businesses. Call 337-477-0683 or email internationalclubofswla@bellsouth.com  if you have a ny questions. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
On Behalf of I nternational Club of Southwest Louisiana\, you are invited tor the annual fund raising event Winter Wonderland Gala 2018\, which will be held on Dec ember 1\, 2018 in the Martinique Cayman Room of Isle of Capri Casino &\ ; Hotel located at 100 Westlake\, LA70669.

\;

< span id='m_-3303450120359999878yui_3_16_0_ym19_1_1541185996858_11910' lang ='en-US' style='font-size: 12pt\;'>Winter Wonderland Gala is International Club's biggest fundraiser of the year. Local businesses participate this event to support our outstanding programs. The proceeds enable us to conti nue and extend our two major programs.

\;
< div id='m_-3303450120359999878yui_3_16_0_ym19_1_1541185996858_11911'>One program is legal services for low incom e families conducted by St. Frances Cabrini Immigration Law Center. Our co ntract lawyer and legal assistants provide professional immigration servic es on a low cost fee scale. This program is funded majorly by Louisiana Ba r Foundation and United Way of SWLA.

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The other program is educational classes and workforce improvement programs. English as Second Language class is a big need for the new comers to adapt into this new environment. After a 3-mont h term class\, they are able to have conversational level English for thei r daily use. Spanish as Second Language class is popular among people who are seeking self-improvement\, it also helps in getting better job opportu nities.

\;

Guests include: \; \;Calcasieu Parish Women Shelter\, United Way of SWLA\, La Familia\, the District Attorney&rsquo\;s Office\, Global Contractor\, CITGO\, First Federal Bank\, \; \;Flavin Realty\, Glo bal Management and other local businesses.

\;

Call 337-477-0683 or email \;< a href='mailto:internationalclubofswla@bellsouth.com' target='_blank'>inte rnationalclubofswla@bellsouth.com \; \;if you have any questions.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Isle of Capri Casino Hotel UID:20181113T1635170Z-583899-416@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181207T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181207T180000 SUMMARY:St. Nic's Toy Drive Extravaganza DESCRIPTION:Holiday Helping Hands\, a program of the Young Lawyers’ Section of the Southwest Louisiana Bar Association\, is teaming up again with Cit y of Lake Charles Mayor Nic Hunter to host the second annual St. Nic’s Toy Drive Extravaganza on Friday\, December 7\, 2018. The drive will take pla ce from noon – 6 p.m. in the Home Furniture (1314 Ryan St.) parking lot. During the drive\, cash and toy donations will be accepted. Cash proceeds will be used to purchase gifts to brighten the holidays for local children . A $500 gift certificate to the Harlequin will also be raffled off. Ticke ts can be purchased for $5.00 during the event. “Last year’s inaugural to y drive was extremely successful in allowing us to make the holiday wishes of many local\, underprivileged children come true\,” said Alexander Reed \, event coordinator for the Young Lawyers Section. “We are looking forwar d to teaming up with Mayor Nic Hunter once again this year.” Those wishi ng to make a donation to the St. Nic’s Toy Drive Extravaganza will not eve n need to get out of their vehicle to participate. Donors can simply drive through and drop off their contribution\, making this a very convenient a nd safe way to give back. “During the hustle and bustle of the holiday se ason many are seeking ways to bestow blessings upon those who are less for tunate\,” Mayor Nic Hunter said. “This drive is a great way to make a dire ct impact on children right here in our community.” To help kick start th is year’s drive\, PetSmart has donated 260 stuffed animals. For more info rmation\, visit www.facebook.com and search local events for St. Nic’s Toy Drive. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Holiday Helping Hands\, a program of the Yo ung Lawyers&rsquo\; Section of the Southwest Louisiana Bar Association\, i s teaming up again with City of Lake Charles Mayor Nic Hunter to host the second annual \;St. Nic&rsquo\;s Toy Drive Extravaganza \;on Friday\, December 7\, 2018. The drive will take place from noon &ndash \; 6 p.m. in the Home Furniture (1314 Ryan St.) parking lot. \;
< p>During the drive\, cash and toy donations will be accepted. Cash proceed s will be used to purchase gifts to brighten the holidays for local childr en. A $500 gift certificate to the Harlequin will also be raffled off. Tic kets can be purchased for $5.00 during the event. \;

&ldquo\;L ast year&rsquo\;s inaugural toy drive was extremely successful in allowing us to make the holiday wishes of many local\, underprivileged children co me true\,&rdquo\; said Alexander Reed\, event coordinator for the Young La wyers Section. &ldquo\;We are looking forward to teaming up with Mayor Nic Hunter once again this year.&rdquo\;

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Those wishin g to make a donation to the St. Nic&rsquo\;s Toy Drive Extravaganza will n ot even need to get out of their vehicle to participate. Donors can simply drive through and drop off their contribution\, making this a very conven ient and safe way to give back. \;

&ldquo\;During the hustle a nd bustle of the holiday season many are seeking ways to bestow blessings upon those who are less fortunate\,&rdquo\; Mayor Nic Hunter said. &ldquo\ ;This drive is a great way to make a direct impact on children right here in our community.&rdquo\; \;

To help kick start this year&rsqu o\;s drive\, PetSmart has donated 260 stuffed animals. \;

For more information\, visit \;www.facebook.com \;and search local events for St. Nic&rsq uo\;s Toy Drive.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Home Furniture UID:20181203T1531110Z-583899-430@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190810T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190810T123000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: 2nd Saturday Science Show DESCRIPTION:Sasol continues its 5S Project with “The Density Column” at 11: 30 a.m. Presenter Kevin Harp will construct a 7 layer density column using various household liquids. Children will learn how different liquids inte ract with each other according to their density. Third floor exhibits will be closed during this program. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Sasol continues its 5S Project with &ldquo\ ;The Density Column&rdquo\; at 11:30 a.m. Presenter Kevin Harp will constr uct a 7 layer density column using various household liquids. Children wil l learn how different liquids interact with each other according to their density. Third floor exhibits will be closed during this program.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190802T1351240Z-583899-853@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190921T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190921T210000 SUMMARY:Imagination Celebration: A Louisiana Saturday Night DESCRIPTION:Imagination Celebration: A Louisiana Saturday Night will be hel d at the historic Cash and Carry on Saturday\, September 21\, 2019. The ev ening will feature amazing items in the live and silent auctions\, delicio us Louisiana favorites and music by the Fugue. Be ready to pass a good tim e and support the children in Southwest Louisiana! LIMITED SEATING AVAILAB LE!If you are interested in being a sponsor or donating to the auction\, p lease call 337-433-9420. Learn more X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Imagination Celebration: A L ouisiana Saturday Night will be held at the historic Cash and Carry on Sat urday\, September 21\, 2019. The evening will feature amazing items in the live and silent auctions\, delicious Louisiana favorites and music by the Fugue. Be ready to pass a good time and support the children in Southwest Louisiana! LIMITED SEATING AVAILABLE!If you are interested in being a spo nsor or donating to the auction\, please call 337-433-9420.

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Learn more
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Historic Cash & Carry UID:20190802T1341060Z-583899-847@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190809T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190809T123000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Fitness Friday & Dr. Dogs DESCRIPTION:Join museum staff for a fun workout and games at 11 a.m. Afterw ards\, learn about the Dr. Dogs Pet Therapy Team at 11:30 a.m. It’s always fun visiting with our furry friends X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join museum staff for a fun workout and gam es at 11 a.m. Afterwards\, learn about the Dr. Dogs Pet Therapy Team at 11 :30 a.m. It&rsquo\;s always fun visiting with our furry friends
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190802T1350370Z-583899-852@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190802T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190802T130000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Toddler Play & Homeschool Day DESCRIPTION:Join other moms in Baby Bayou from 10-11:30 a.m. to play and ex plore with your 1-3 year old. If you are homeschooling\, visit from 10 a. m.-2 p.m. for a chance to interact with others doing the same. We will hav e special activities in our STEM Tinker Lab. Admission is $6.50 per person for homeschooling famililes. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join other moms in Baby Bayou from 10-11:30 a.m. to play and explore with your 1-3 year old. \;

If you ar e homeschooling\, visit from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. for a chance to interact with others doing the same. We will have special activities in our STEM Tinker Lab. Admission is $6.50 per person for homeschooling famililes.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190802T1355270Z-583899-859@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190805T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190805T113000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Toddler Play DESCRIPTION:Join them in Baby Bayou from 10-11:30 a.m. to play and explore with your 1-3 year old. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join them in Baby Bayou from 10-11:30 a.m . to play and explore with your 1-3 year old.

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CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190802T1346340Z-583899-848@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190819T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190819T113000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Toddler Play DESCRIPTION:Join other moms in Baby Bayou from 10-11:30 a.m. to play and ex plore with your 1-3 year old. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join other moms in Baby Bayou from 10-11: 30 a.m. to play and explore with your 1-3 year old.

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CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190802T1353210Z-583899-856@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190808T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190808T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Bus Safety & Kids Choice DESCRIPTION:Join us 11 a.m. for a fun program on bus safety! Alecia Moran a nd 'Buster' from the CPSB will be here to share valuable\, lifesaving info rmation to remember when riding buses. Third floor exhibits will be closed during the program. Various craft projects will be available during Kids Choice from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. on a first-come first-served basis. Limit o ne project per child. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us 11 a.m. for a fun program on bus sa fety! \;Alecia Moran and 'Buster' from the CPSB will be here to share valuable\, lifesaving information to remember when riding buses. Third flo or exhibits will be closed during the program. \;Various craft project s will be available during Kids Choice from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. on a first- come first-served basis. Limit one project per child.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190802T1349530Z-583899-851@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190902T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190902T140000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Labor Day Tool Belt DESCRIPTION:Kids can make a tool belt to celebrate Labor Day! Class begins at 11 a.m. and is limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up. You can also vis it the ArtSpace from 12-2 p.m. and make a bubble wand. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Kids can make a tool belt to celebrate Labo r Day! Class begins at 11 a.m. and is limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up. You can also visit the ArtSpace from 12-2 p.m. and make a bubble wand.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190802T1356220Z-583899-860@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190807T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190807T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Friends of the Refuge DESCRIPTION:At 11 a.m.\, the Friends of the Refuge will talk about our Loui siana Wetlands and the types of animals and reptiles that can be found. Th ey will have some furs and skins on display. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
At 11 a.m.\, the Friends of the Refuge will talk about our Louisiana Wetlands and the types of animals and reptiles t hat can be found. They will have some furs and skins on display.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190802T1348070Z-583899-850@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190824T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190824T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Kids Crafts DESCRIPTION:Themed projects will be available from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. on a first-come first-served basis. Limit one project per child. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Themed projects will be available from 10:3 0 a.m.-12 p.m. on a first-come first-served basis. Limit one project per c hild.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190802T1354030Z-583899-857@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190806T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190806T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Back to School Door Hanger DESCRIPTION:Create a door hanger for your room. Classes begin at 11 a.m. an d 12 p.m. and are limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Create a door hanger for your room. Classes begin at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. and are limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190802T1347170Z-583899-849@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190812T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190812T113000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Toddler Play DESCRIPTION:Join other moms in Baby Bayou from 10-11:30 a.m. to play and ex plore with your 1-3 year old. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join other moms in Baby Bayou from 10-11: 30 a.m. to play and explore with your 1-3 year old.

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CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190802T1352040Z-583899-854@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190824T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190824T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Kids Crafts DESCRIPTION:Themed projects will be available from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. on a first-come first-served basis. Limit one project per child. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Themed projects will be available from 10:3 0 a.m.-12 p.m. on a first-come first-served basis. Limit one project per c hild.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190802T1354090Z-583899-858@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190801T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190801T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Mad Hatter Science Explores Magnets DESCRIPTION:Join us at 11 a.m. for Mad Hatter Science with Joan Vallee Rett ke. Children will learn about magnets with several hands-on activities. Cl ass is limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up. The Children's Museum\, 3 27 Broad Street Downtown Lake Charles\, 337-433-9420\, swlakids.org X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us at 11 a.m. for Mad Hatter Science with Joan Vallee Rettke. Children will learn about magnets with several h ands-on activities. Class is limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up.

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The Children's Museum\, 327 Broad Street Downto wn Lake Charles\, 337-433-9420\, \;swlakids.org
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190717T1937390Z-583899-831@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191105 SUMMARY:Homeland Security offers CAMEO Training RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;COUNT=3 DESCRIPTION:This course provides training on the fundamental elements of th e CAMEO Suite of programs as they relate to emergency situations. As such\ , it includes detailed technical information and hands-on practice of crit ical elements in the CAMEO system and its associated programs (CAMEO Chemi cals\, CAMEOfm\, ALOHA and MARPLOT). To better understand how the programs interface\, participants are provided opportunities to practice key proce dures that allow users to enhance planning and response activities associa ted with community risks. These exercises clarify the connections between the programs and how they can enhance emergency planning and response acti vities. Click here for more information or to register and enter the passw ord: NBCRT229. Point of Contact: Jesse Hines\, (225) 925-7699\, jesse.hine s@la.gov. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course provides training on the fundam ental elements of the CAMEO Suite of programs as they relate to emergency situations. As such\, it includes detailed technical information and hands -on practice of critical elements in the CAMEO system and its associated p rograms (CAMEO Chemicals\, CAMEOfm\, ALOHA and MARPLOT). To better underst and how the programs interface\, participants are provided opportunities t o practice key procedures that allow users to enhance planning and respons e activities associated with community risks. These exercises clarify the connections between the programs and how they can enhance emergency planni ng and response activities.

Click here for more informa tion or to register \;and enter the password: NBCRT229.

Po int of Contact: Jesse Hines\, (225) 925-7699\, jesse.hines@la.gov.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190703T1625020Z-583899-799@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191114T060000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191114T090000 SUMMARY:West Calcasieu Chamber 70th Annual Banquet DESCRIPTION:The West Calcasieu Chamber of Commerce is hosting their 70th An nual Banquet on Thursday\, November 14 at the Isle of Capri Casino. This year's event will feature John Ieyoub\, Greg Blanchard\, and True Country. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The West Calcasieu Chamber of Commerce is h osting their 70th Annual Banquet on Thursday\, November 14 at the Isle of Capri Casino. \;

This year's event will feature John Ieyoub\, Greg Blanchard\, and True Country.
CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:Isle of Capri - Lake Charles UID:20190703T1622210Z-583899-798@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190814T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190814T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Sensory Playdough DESCRIPTION:Build\, squish\, smash\, push\, pull\, cut and more with Sensor y Playdough in the ArtSpace from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Build\, squish\, smash\, push\, pull\, cut and more with Sensory Playdough in the ArtSpace from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190802T1352480Z-583899-855@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200224T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200224T210000 SUMMARY:3rd Annual Lundi Gras Party DESCRIPTION:Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Louisiana (BBBS-SWLA)\, w ith premiere sponsor Golden Nugget Lake Charles\, and title sponsors Magno lia Property and Tito’s Handmade Vodka\, is excited to announce their 3rd annual Lundi Gras Day Party to be held on Monday\, February 24th\, 2020. L undi Gras parties have become a staple in the New Orleans Mardi Gras scene \, and this event aims to bring the party right here to Southwest Louisian a. “This event is aiming to take the day party concept—made popular by you ng professionals in New Orleans—and continue that trend here to Southwest Louisiana\,” says BBBS-SWLA Executive Director\, Erin Davison. “Everyone l oves a good party in Southwest Louisiana and now we can party while raisin g money that goes toward mentoring programs for the children here in South west Louisiana.” The event will take place on Monday\, February 24th from 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. at Blue Martini in the Golden Nugget Lake Charles. Live music provided by Three Thirty Seven with DJ TySki. There will be a signat ure cocktail provided by Tito’s Handmade Vodka. The event will be cocktail \, or business attire and Mardi Gras masks are required. Tickets are $75 a nd includes two tickets for the signature cocktail provided by Tito’s Hand made Vodka\, food\, and entertainment. All details with the link to purcha se tickets can be found at www.bbbsswla.org. Ages 21 and over. BBBS-SWLA w ill also be partnering with Lyft to offer a “safe ride” option for Lundi G ras Day Party attendees. Discount code provided with ticket purchase. Only one per rider\, the discount offers $15 off a safe ride either to or from the Golden Nugget Lake Charles during the LGDP event. The discount is go od for any ride to Sulphur/Moss Bluff/Iowa/LC area to/from GNLC X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Louis iana (BBBS-SWLA)\, with premiere sponsor Golden Nugget Lake Charles\, and title sponsors Magnolia Property and Tito&rsquo\;s Handmade Vodka\, is exc ited to announce their 3rd annual Lundi Gras Day Party to be held on Monda y\, February 24th\, 2020. Lundi Gras parties have become a staple in the N ew Orleans Mardi Gras scene\, and this event aims to bring the party right here to Southwest Louisiana.

&ldquo\;This event is aiming to take the day party concept&mdash\;made popular by young professionals in New O rleans&mdash\;and continue that trend here to Southwest Louisiana\,&rdquo\ ; says BBBS-SWLA Executive Director\, Erin Davison. &ldquo\;Everyone loves a good party in Southwest Louisiana and now we can party while raising mo ney that goes toward mentoring programs for the children here in Southwest Louisiana.&rdquo\; \;

The event will take place on Monday\, F ebruary 24th from 5:00 &ndash\; 9:00 p.m. at Blue Martini in the Golden Nu gget Lake Charles. Live music provided by Three Thirty Seven with DJ TySki . There will be a signature cocktail provided by Tito&rsquo\;s Handmade Vo dka. The event will be cocktail\, or business attire and Mardi Gras masks are required. Tickets are $75 and includes two tickets for the signature c ocktail provided by Tito&rsquo\;s Handmade Vodka\, food\, and entertainmen t. All details with the link to purchase tickets can be found at \;www.bbbsswla.org. Ages 21 and over. BBBS-SWLA will also be partnering with Lyft to offer a &ldqu o\;safe ride&rdquo\; option for Lundi Gras Day Party attendees. Discount c ode provided with ticket purchase. Only one per rider\, the discount offer s $15 off a safe ride either to or from the Golden Nugget Lake Charles dur ing the LGDP event. \; The discount is good for any ride to Sulphur/Mo ss Bluff/Iowa/LC area to/from GNLC
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Blue Martini at the Golden Nugget UID:20200123T1937110Z-583899-1045@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200207T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200207T200000 SUMMARY:Twofold: Lake Charles Legends DESCRIPTION:“Twofold: Lake Charles Legends” will open at Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center on Friday\, February 7. The exhibit showcases the contributions of fifteen of the City’s most notable figures including worl d-class cardiac surgeon Dr. Michael DeBakey and nationally known R&B and j azz singer/pianist Nellie Lutcher. It was curated by the Arts and Humaniti es Council of Southwest Louisiana and will be on view through April 10. O ther Hall of Famers include civic and business pioneer Reginald Ball\, Sr. \; esteemed artist/sculptor Lynda Benglis\; Major League Baseball two-time World Series champion Alvin Dark\; literary genius Andre Dubus\; Grammy a ward-winning accordionist and record producer Queen Ida Guillory\; and the first African American woman to be appointed judge of the U.S. District C ourt\, Judge Norma Holloway Johnson. Tony Kushner\, award-winning playwri ght\, author and screenwriter\, and Clarence John Laughlin\, revolutionary surrealist photographer\, also made the list. Others include Senator Will ie Mount\, Lake Charles’ first female mayor\; pioneer pharmacist George Pr yce\; Lake Charles early settler and namesake Charles Sallier\; and Founde r of Gold Band Records Eddie Schuler. The last figure represented in the e xhibition is Lucinda Williams\, a Grammy award-winning rock\, folk and cou ntry music singer\, songwriter and musician. Meagan Green\, a local artis t who serves on the Council’s board of directors\, identified fifteen loca l artists to participate in the show. “This exhibition is just as much abo ut celebrating our local artists as it is about highlighting our rich hist ory. The talent that we have in southwest Louisiana is truly unheard of\, and I was shocked at how quickly each of the artists agreed to help. The p airing of artists with legends was the inspiration for the show’s title: T wofold. The final result is a community’s portrayal of many of its most he roic residents\,” she said. Each artist was asked to create an abstract p iece of work that visualizes each Legend’s life’s work. Artists featured i n the show include Rex Alexander\, Melinda Antoon Cormier\, Matthew Duplic hain\, Meghan Fleming\, Meagan Green\, Erik Jessen\, Lindsey K. Johnson\, Heather Ryan Kelley\, Devin Morgan\, Eddie Mormon\, Lydia Powers\, Lisa Re inauer\, Lynn Reynolds\, Sajeela Siddiq and Patsy Zwahlen. Black Heritag e Gallery\, which is located in Historic City Hall on the second floor wil l also open an exhibit by Alicia Johnson Black on that evening. A joint re ception for “Twofold: Lake Charles Legends” and “The Evolution of Black Ha ir” is planned for Friday\, February 7 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Admission is fr ee\, and refreshments will be served. While you’re visiting the Center\, be sure to see “American Visionary: The Life and Times of JFK” in the thir d floor gallery. This exhibition features the work of 77 rarely seen photo graphs of JFK and Jackie. Gallery by the Lake’s “Color Crescendo” is on vi ew in its second floor gallery\, as is Kevin Leveque’s “Why I Paint.” All three shows will hang through March 28. Historic City Hall is open Tuesda y through Saturday\, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is free. Charlestown Farm ers’ Market is open on Bilbo Street behind the center every Saturday 8 a.m .-noon. For more information\, please call 491-9147 or visit www.cityoflak echarles.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
&ldquo\;Twofold: Lake Charles Legends&rdquo \; will open at Historic City Hall Arts &\; Cultural Center on Friday\, February 7. The exhibit showcases the contributions of fifteen of the Cit y&rsquo\;s most notable figures including world-class cardiac surgeon Dr. Michael DeBakey and nationally known R&\;B and jazz singer/pianist Nell ie Lutcher. It was curated by the Arts and Humanities Council of Southwest Louisiana and will be on view through April 10. \;

Other Hall of Famers include civic and business pioneer Reginald Ball\, Sr.\; esteem ed artist/sculptor Lynda Benglis\; Major League Baseball two-time World Se ries champion Alvin Dark\; literary genius Andre Dubus\; Grammy award-winn ing accordionist and record producer Queen Ida Guillory\; and the first Af rican American woman to be appointed judge of the U.S. District Court\, Ju dge Norma Holloway Johnson. \;

Tony Kushner\, award-winning pl aywright\, author and screenwriter\, and Clarence John Laughlin\, revoluti onary surrealist photographer\, also made the list. Others include Senator Willie Mount\, Lake Charles&rsquo\; first female mayor\; pioneer pharmaci st George Pryce\; Lake Charles early settler and namesake Charles Sallier\ ; and Founder of Gold Band Records Eddie Schuler. The last figure represen ted in the exhibition is Lucinda Williams\, a Grammy award-winning rock\, folk and country music singer\, songwriter and musician. \;

Me agan Green\, a local artist who serves on the Council&rsquo\;s board of di rectors\, identified fifteen local artists to participate in the show. &ld quo\;This exhibition is just as much about celebrating our local artists a s it is about highlighting our rich history. The talent that we have in so uthwest Louisiana is truly unheard of\, and I was shocked at how quickly e ach of the artists agreed to help. The pairing of artists with legends was the inspiration for the show&rsquo\;s title: Twofold. The final result is a community&rsquo\;s portrayal of many of its most heroic residents\,&rdq uo\; she said. \;

Each artist was asked to create an abstract piece of work that visualizes each Legend&rsquo\;s life&rsquo\;s work. Art ists featured in the show include Rex Alexander\, Melinda Antoon Cormier\, Matthew Duplichain\, Meghan Fleming\, Meagan Green\, Erik Jessen\, Lindse y K. Johnson\, Heather Ryan Kelley\, Devin Morgan\, Eddie Mormon\, Lydia P owers\, Lisa Reinauer\, Lynn Reynolds\, Sajeela Siddiq and Patsy Zwahlen.< /p>
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Black Heritage Gallery\, which is located in Histo ric City Hall on the second floor will also open an exhibit by Alicia John son Black on that evening. A joint reception for &ldquo\;Twofold: Lake Cha rles Legends&rdquo\; and &ldquo\;The Evolution of Black Hair&rdquo\; is pl anned for Friday\, February 7 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Admission is free\, and refreshments will be served. \;

While you&rsquo\;re visiting t he Center\, be sure to see &ldquo\;American Visionary: The Life and Times of JFK&rdquo\; in the third floor gallery. This exhibition features the wo rk of 77 rarely seen photographs of JFK and Jackie. Gallery by the Lake&rs quo\;s &ldquo\;Color Crescendo&rdquo\; is on view in its second floor gall ery\, as is Kevin Leveque&rsquo\;s &ldquo\;Why I Paint.&rdquo\; All three shows will hang through March 28. \;

Historic City Hall is ope n Tuesday through Saturday\, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is free. Charlest own Farmers&rsquo\; Market is open on Bilbo Street behind the center every Saturday 8 a.m.-noon. For more information\, please call 491-9147 or visi t \;www.cityoflakecharles.com.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center UID:20200123T1950230Z-583899-1047@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200211T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200211T120000 SUMMARY:What Part of INclusion Don't You Understand DESCRIPTION:Successful INclusive education can and does happen! If you want to learn more about INclusive Education then you are invited to attend: ' What Part of INclusion Don't You Understand?' Training Tuesday\, February 11\, 2020 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM at Families Helping Families of SWLA 2927 Ho dges Street Lake Charles\, LA 70601 Have you ever left a school meeting frustrated and wishing you could have asked this question? The truth is t here are many things about inclusion in education and the community that are not clear even to the parents of children with disabilities\, let alon e others.   Successful inclusive education can and does happen! Learn w hat every parent should know to have their child supported to participate in general education classes and other school activities. Cindy Arceneaux and Rose Gilbert are parents of adults who were included when they attend ed school. Each has over 30 years of experience advocating for their own c hildren and as professional advocates. They are currently partners in the firm Lifeline Advocacy\, a consulting and advocacy agency. Click on the li nk below to register or RSVP. Get more information Register Now! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Successful INclusive education can and does happen! If you want to learn more about INclusive Education then you are invited to attend:

'What Part of INclusion Don't You Understand?' Training

Tuesday\, February 11 \, 2020

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

at Families Helping Fa milies of SWLA

2927 Hodges Street

Lake Charles\, L A 70601

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Have you ever left a schoo l meeting frustrated and wishing you could have asked this question? \ ; The truth is there are many things about \; inclusion in education a nd the community that are not clear even to the parents of children with d isabilities\, let alone others. \; \;

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< div>Successful inclusive education can and does happen! \; Learn what every parent should know to have their child supported to participate in g eneral education classes and other school activities. \;

Ci ndy Arceneaux and Rose Gilbert are parents of adults who were included whe n they attended school. Each has over 30 years of experience advocating fo r their own children and as professional advocates. They are currently par tners in the firm Lifeline Advocacy\, a consulting and advocacy agency.

Click on the link below to register or RSVP.

Get more informa tion

Register Now!

CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Families Helping Families UID:20200123T1952420Z-583899-1049@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190326T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190326T120000 SUMMARY:Special Education Webinar - Accommodations vs. Modifications DESCRIPTION: Families Helping Families. Registration link: https://tinyu rl.com/y7r5b582 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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Registration link: \; https://tinyurl.com/y7r5b582
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Registration link: https://tinyurl.com/y7r5b582 UID:20190322T1542300Z-583899-623@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190412 SUMMARY:Dog Food Drive DESCRIPTION:Help us fill their bowels with our Dog Food Drive! Benefiting t he Humane Society of SETX. Please drop off a bag of Pedigree or Purnia dog food (or gift card) at Lutcher Theater on April 12th at 8:30am - showtime . X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Help us fill their bowels with our Dog Food Drive! Benefiting the Humane Society of SETX.

Please drop off a b ag of Pedigree or Purnia dog food (or gift card) at Lutcher Theater on Apr il 12th at 8:30am - showtime. \;
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:More info: (409) 866-5535 UID:20190322T1531150Z-583899-621@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210407T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210407T113000 SUMMARY:2nd Chance: Success Stories DESCRIPTION:Prison Fellowship founded Second Chance Month in 2017 to raise awareness of this 'second prison\,' improve perceptions of people with a c riminal record\, encourage second-chance opportunities\, and drive momentu m for policy change throughout the country. As part of Second Chance Month \, the Louisiana Department of Corrections is partnering with Louisiana Wo rkforce Commission to host a webinar series on the benefits of hiring form erly incarcerated individuals. 4/7 @ 10:30 AM - Success Stories and Q&A - Listen to local businesses describe their experience embracing Second Ch ances. Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/2416146242995/WN _qDPBobJjRxCU8MClbRmuaw X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Prison Fell owship \;founded \;Second Chance Month \ ;in 2017 to raise awareness of this 'second prison\,' improve perceptions of people with a criminal record\, encourage second-chance opportunities\, and drive momentum for policy change throughout the country. \;As part of Second Chance Month\, the& nbsp\;Louisiana Departme nt of Corrections is partnering with Louisiana Workforce Commission to hos t a webinar series on the benefits of hiring formerly incarcerated individ uals.

\;

4/7 @ 10:30 AM - Success Stories and Q&\;A - Listen to local businesses describe their experience embrac ing Second Chances.

Registe r: \;https://us02web.zoom.us/we binar/register/2416146242995/WN_qDPBobJjRxCU8MClbRmuaw
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20210312T1659140Z-583899-1149@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190330T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190330T120000 SUMMARY:National Vietnam War Veterans Day DESCRIPTION:National Vietnam War Veterans Day March 30th - 10:00am Veterans Memorial Park Lake Charles Civic Center Vietnam Veterans will recieve 50t h year lapel pins Refreshments following ceremony The City of Lake Charles fully complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and related statutes and regulations in all programs and activities. For more informat ion\, or to obtain a Title VI Complaint Form\, see the City of Lake Charle s’ website—www.cityoakecharles.com or call the Mayor’s Action Line at (337 ) 491-1346\, or call the Title VI Coordinator at (337) 491-1440. Guest Spe aker: 361st AWC - AH-1G Cobra Pilot- Prisoner of War Colonel William (Bill ) S. Reeder JR Ret. U.S. Armed Forces personnel with active duty service b etween November 1\, 1955 to May 15\, 1975\, regardless of location of serv ice. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
National

Vietnam War Veterans Day
March 30th - 10:00am
Veterans Memorial Park
Lake Charles Civic Center

Vietnam Veterans will recieve 50th year lapel pins

Refreshments following ceremony

The City of Lake Charles ful ly complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
and related statutes and regulations in all programs and activities. For more
in formation\, or to obtain a Title VI Complaint Form\, see the City of Lake Charles&rsquo\;
website&mdash\;www.cityoakecharles.com or call the Ma yor&rsquo\;s Action Line at
(337) 491-1346\, or call the Title VI Coo rdinator at (337) 491-1440.

Guest Speaker:
361st AWC - AH-1G Cobra Pilot- Prisoner of War
Colonel William (Bill) S. Reeder JR Ret.

U.S. Armed Forces personnel with active duty service

betw een November 1\, 1955 to May 15\, 1975\,

regardless of location of service.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190311T1407040Z-583899-600@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190407T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190407T143000 SUMMARY:Gathering of The Literati DESCRIPTION:Champagne Brunch and history trivia event. Tables of 8 are $80 0 and include brunch champange and a little hisotry trivia. So gather your friends and family and join us for an afternoon of amazing food and fun. The winning table will recieve 8 Harlequin $25 gift cards and 8 bottles o f champagne. Contact McNeese Foundation at (337) 475-5588 to purchase you r table. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Champagne Brunch and history trivia event.& nbsp\;

Tables of 8 are $800 and include brunch champange and a lit tle hisotry trivia. So gather your friends and family and join us for an a fternoon of amazing food and fun. \;

The winning table will re cieve 8 Harlequin $25 gift cards and 8 bottles of champagne. \;
< p>Contact McNeese Foundation at (337) 475-5588 to purchase your table.&nbs p\;
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190311T1413050Z-583899-601@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190221T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190221T150000 SUMMARY:Small Business Loan Application Seminar DESCRIPTION:What do Bankers look for in a Small Business Loan Application? To Find Out\, Come to the Workshop on February 21 at 2 PM in the SEED Ce nter\, 4310 Ryan St. 70605 Please call 337-433-3632 to Register for this Complimentary Event X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
What do Bankers look for i n a Small Business Loan Application?

\;
To Find Out\, Come to the Workshop on February 21 at 2 PM in the SEED Center\, 4310 Ryan St. 70605

Please call 337-433-3632 \;

to Register for this Complimentary Event
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190213T1549070Z-583899-540@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191001 SUMMARY:Hispanic Heritage Month DESCRIPTION:9/30 Highlight Important Figures ( 10/1 Dia de Los Ninos (Child ren's Day) from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. with a pinata\, kona ice\, and read time. 10/2 History Hand-Out Day 10/3 Authentic Food Deomonstration from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. 10/4 Night Out with SWLA from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. with Taco Mel\, Salsa dancing\, and the outdoor showing of COCO at 6 p.m. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
9/30 Highlight Important Figures (

10/1 Dia de Los Ninos (Children's Day) from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. with a pinata \, kona ice\, and read time.

10/2 History Hand-Out Day

10/ 3 Authentic Food Deomonstration from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

10/4 Night Out with SWLA from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. with Taco Mel\, Salsa dancing\, and t he outdoor showing of COCO at 6 p.m.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:SWLA Center for Health Services UID:20190924T1946360Z-583899-912@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191005T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191005T120000 SUMMARY:3rd Annual Know Your Numbers DESCRIPTION:Free Healthy Breakfast & Bag Lunch Free BMI Screening Free Medi cade Asistance Free Cholesterol Screening Free Blood Pressure Testing Free Glucose & More The Opelousas Fitness Connection begins at 7 a.m. For mor e information\, call (337) 439-9983. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Free Healthy Breakfast &\; Bag Lunch

Free BMI Screening

Free Medicade Asistance

Free Chole sterol Screening

Free Blood Pressure Testing

Free Glucose &\; More \;

The Opelousas Fitness Connection begins at 7 a. m.

For more information\, call (337) 439-9983.
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:SWLA Center for Health Services UID:20190924T1943240Z-583899-911@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191103T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191103T160000 SUMMARY:20th Annual Veteran's Day Celebration DESCRIPTION:Guest Speaker Colonel Ryan K. Roseberry\, Garrison Commander of JRTC & Fort Polk. Hosted by John Bridges & Ben Terry of KPLC Sunrise Free for the public with complimentary food and drinks. Special Music by South west Jazz and East Beauregard High School Band. There will be static displ ays of vintage and civilian military vehicles and fly-overs including USAF \, F4U T-6 Formation\, and Missing Man Formation. For more information\, c ontact Jody Campbell at (337) 348-6798. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Guest Speaker Colonel Ryan K. Roseberry\, G arrison Commander of JRTC &\; Fort Polk.

Hosted by John Bridges &\; Ben Terry of KPLC Sunrise

Free for the public with complim entary food and drinks.

Special Music by Southwest Jazz and East B eauregard High School Band.

There will be static displays of vinta ge and civilian military vehicles and fly-overs including USAF\, F4U T-6 F ormation\, and Missing Man Formation.

For more information\, conta ct Jody Campbell at (337) 348-6798.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:East Beauregard High School UID:20190924T1934180Z-583899-910@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200218T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200218T120000 SUMMARY:All About Developmental Disability Services DESCRIPTION:All About Developmental Disability Services Training --- Come f ind out what Imperial Calcasieu Human Services Authority Developmental Dis abilities Division (Imcal HSA DDD) does and how to apply. All About Develo pmental Disability Services Training Wednesday\, February 19\, 2020 10 AM to 12 PM at Families Helping Families of SWLA 2927 Hodges Street Lake Char les\, LA 70601 Guest presenters will be staff from Imperial Calcasieu Huma n Services Authority Developmental Disabilities Division (Imcal HSA DDD). There is no fee to attend but everyone must register! Seating is limited s o please register by Tuesday\, February 18\, 2020. Click on the link below to register or RSVP! Get more information Register Now! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

All About Developmental Disability Services T raining --- Come find out what Imperial Calcasieu Human Services Authority Developmental Disabilities Division (Imcal HSA DDD) does and how to apply .

All About Developmental Disability Services TrainingWednesday\, February 19\, 2020
10 AM to 12 PM
at Families He lping Families of SWLA
2927 Hodges Street
Lake Charles\, LA 7060 1

Guest presenters will be staff from \;Imperial Cal casieu Human Services Authority Developmental Disabilities Division (Imcal HSA DDD).

There is no fee to attend but everyone must r egister! Seating is limited so please register by Tuesday\, February 18\, 2020.

Click on the link below to register or RSVP!

Get more information

Register Now!

CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Families Helping Families UID:20200123T2003530Z-583899-1050@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191004T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191004T103000 SUMMARY:Partners in Parks Nature in Focus DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles has several Nature in Focus events pla nned for the fourth quarter as part of its Partners in Parks initiative. The Changing Seasons Nature Walk Series will be held twice a month\, alter nating locations between Tuten and Riverside Parks. Participants will expe rience the changing seasons of Southwest Louisiana. The series will still focus on birds\, but will also explore the changes in trees and other plan ts and animals living in these natural habits within the City. All walks will take place from 9 -10:30 a.m. and are scheduled as follows: Friday\, October 4\, Tuten Park Thursday\, October 17\, Riverside Park Friday\, Nov ember 1\, Tuten Park Thursday\, November 14\, Riverside Park Friday\, Dece mber 6\, Tuten Park Thursday\, December 12\, Riverside Park All events are free and open to the public\, but pre-registration via https://www.eventb rite.com is encouraged. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles has several Nature in Focus events planned for the fourth quarter as part of its Partners in Parks initiative. \;

The Changing Seasons Nature Walk Series will be held twice a month\, alternating locations between Tuten and River side Parks. Participants will experience the changing seasons of Southwest Louisiana. The series will still focus on birds\, but will also explore t he changes in trees and other plants and animals living in these natural h abits within the City. \;

All walks will take place from 9 -10 :30 a.m. and are scheduled as follows:

Friday\, October 4\, Tuten Park

Thursday\, October 17\, Riverside Park

Friday\, Novem ber 1\, Tuten Park

Thursday\, November 14\, Riverside Park

Friday\, December 6\, Tuten Park

Thursday\, December 12\, Riversi de Park

All events are free and open to the public\, but pre-regis tration via \;https://www.eventbrite.com \;is encouraged.

\;

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CATEGORIES:Outdoors LOCATION:City of Lake Charles Parks UID:20190924T1951570Z-583899-913@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190813T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190813T120000 SUMMARY:EarlySteps Transition Workshop DESCRIPTION:EarlySteps Transition Workshop It is never too early to start thinking about transition! Tuesday\, August 13\,2019 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM At Families Helping Families of SWLA 2927 Hodges Street\, Lake Charle s\, LA 70601 Find out what every parent needs to know about EarlySteps T ransition. Join China Guillory\, EarlySteps Community Outreach Specialis t\, as she walks you through the process of transition from EarlySteps. Guest Speaker\, Mylinda Elliott will talk about IDEA transition for 3 year olds. Click here to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
EarlySteps Transition Work shop

\;

It is n ever too early to start thinking about transition!

\;

Tuesday\, August 13\,2019
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

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At Families Helping Families of SWLA
2927 Hodges Street\, Lake Charles\, LA 70601

\;

Find out what every pare nt needs to know about EarlySteps Transition.

& nbsp\;

Join China Guillory\, EarlySteps Communi ty Outreach Specialist\, as she walks you through the process of transitio n from EarlySteps.

\;

Guest Speaker\, Mylinda Elliott will talk about IDEA transition for 3 year olds.

\;

Click here to register.

\;
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Families Helping Families UID:20190802T1400110Z-583899-861@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190927T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190927T200000 SUMMARY:Gallery Promenade DESCRIPTION:The Arts & Humanities Council of SWLA is excited to announce th at Gallery Promenade will return on Friday\, September 27th\, 5-9 p.m. Gal lery Promenade\, a cooperative driving tour\, includes cultural institutio ns and a diverse group of homegrown artworks on display throughout the Lak e Area. This annual event celebrates the art spaces\, galleries\, and muse ums that work year-round to provide cultural resources\, exhibits\, and op portunities for both artists and residents. For one evening\, participatin g art spaces will open their doors to showcase current and one-night-only exhibits\, performances\, live music\, and culinary delights. For details\ , visit www.artscouncilswla.org or call (337) 439-2787. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Arts &\; Humanities Council of SWLA is excited to announce that Gallery Promenade will return on Friday\, Sept ember 27^th\, 5-9 p.m. Gallery Promenade\, a cooperative driving tour\, includes cultural institutions and a diverse group of homegrown ar tworks on display throughout the Lake Area.

This annual event cele brates the art spaces\, galleries\, and museums that work year-round to pr ovide cultural resources\, exhibits\, and opportunities for both artists a nd residents.

For one evening\, participating art spaces will open their doors to showcase current and one-night-only exhibits\, performance s\, live music\, and culinary delights.

For details\, visit \; www.artsc ouncilswla.org \;or call (337) 439-2787.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment UID:20190814T1327080Z-583899-866@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200728T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200728T130000 SUMMARY:EarlySteps Potty Time Training Workshop DESCRIPTION:Registration Link: https://tinyurl.com/y9pyno4a X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Registration Link: \;https://tinyurl.com/y9pyno4a
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20200727T2014440Z-583899-1108@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190802T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190802T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Fitness Friday DESCRIPTION:Join Anytime Fitness for a fun workout at 11 a.m. that is sure to get your blood pumping. This program is open to all ages. The Children 's Museum\, 327 Broad Street Downtown Lake Charles\, 337-433-9420\, swlaki ds.org X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join Anytime Fitness for a fun workout at 1 1 a.m. that is sure to get your blood pumping. This program is open to all ages. \;

The Children's Museum\, 327 Broad Street Downtown La ke Charles\, 337-433-9420\, \;swlakids.org
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190717T1939210Z-583899-832@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200328T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200328T133000 SUMMARY:In Her Shoes: Connecting Mothers & Daughters DESCRIPTION:CHRISTUS Ochsner Health Southwestern Louisiana is excited to ho st the unique “In Her Shoes” LiveWell Workshop to facilitate communication between mothers and daughters on Saturday March 28\, at the Sycamore Room of the L’Auberge Casino Resort in Lake Charles. The singular event is a chance for mothers and daughters to join guest speakers and health experts to talk about issues like anxiety and depression\, self-confidence\, comm unication and participate in a medical Q&A session geared toward a girls' maturing body. “While mothers and daughters often have a beautiful relati onship\, in the preteen and teen years girls can deal with many issues tha t can put a strain on that relationship\,” said Heather Hidalgo\, CHRISTUS Ochsner Health Southwestern Louisiana Director of Marketing. “Though moth ers have faced some of the same struggles as girls\, the added pressures o f social media and a world that strives for perfection has young girls fac ing things that mothers and caregivers might not understand.” Guest speak ers Bethany Trahan\, 2017 Miss Louisiana USA\; Kristal Johnson Brown\, Hum an Resources Specialist at Lotte Chemical USA\; Scott Rivuere\, MS\, LPC\, RPT-S\, Licensed Professional Counselor\; and Keidra Clark\, MSN\, RN\, C HRISTUS Ochsner Community Health Education\, will address throughout the s eminar from 10:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. Mothers and daughters will be in se parate rooms for part of the seminar but will hear the same message. “If you are looking for a way to support your daughter through this time in he r life\, this seminar will provide an encouraging and fun time for you bot h\,” said Hidalgo. “We invite women of Southwest Louisiana to join us for a day of mother-daughter bonding!” The cost of the seminar is $10 per per son and includes a goody bag\, lunch and great information. Registration i s required – please call 866.200.3627 to register by March 20. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CHRISTUS Ochsner \;Health Southwestern Louisiana is excited to host the unique &ldquo\;In Her Shoes&rdquo\; LiveW ell Workshop to facilitate communication between mothers and daughters on Saturday March 28\, at the Sycamore Room of the L&rsquo\;Auberge Casino Re sort in Lake Charles. \;

The singular event is a chance for&nb sp\;mothers and daughters to join guest speakers and health experts to tal k about issues like anxiety and depression\, self-confidence\, communicati on and participate in a medical Q&\;A session geared toward a girls' ma turing body. \;

&ldquo\;While mothers and daughters often have a beautiful relationship\, in the preteen and teen years girls can deal w ith many issues that can put a strain on that relationship\,&rdquo\; said& nbsp\;Heather Hidalgo\, CHRISTUS Ochsner Health Southwestern Louisiana Dir ector of Marketing. &ldquo\;Though mothers have faced some of the same str uggles as girls\, the added pressures of social media and a world that str ives for perfection has young girls facing things that mothers and caregiv ers might not understand.&rdquo\; \;

Guest speakers Bethany Tr ahan\, 2017 Miss Louisiana USA\; Kristal Johnson Brown\, Human Resources S pecialist at Lotte Chemical USA\; Scott Rivuere\, MS\, LPC\, RPT-S\, Licen sed Professional Counselor\; and Keidra Clark\, MSN\, RN\, CHRISTUS Ochsne r Community Health Education\, will address throughout the seminar from 10 :30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. Mothers and daughters will be in separate rooms f or part of the seminar but will hear the same message. \;

&ldq uo\;If you are looking for a way to support your daughter through this tim e in her life\, this seminar will provide an encouraging and fun time for you both\,&rdquo\; said \;Hidalgo. &ldquo\;We invite women of Southwes t Louisiana to join us for a day of mother-daughter bonding!&rdquo\; \ ;

The cost of the seminar is $10 per person and includes a goody b ag\, lunch and great information. Registration is required &ndash\; please call \;866.200.3627 \;to register by March 20. CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:L'Auberge Casino Resort UID:20200309T1241030Z-583899-1087@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200402T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200402T170000 SUMMARY:CALCULATING THE VALUE OF HEALTH\, SAFETY\, AND ENVIRONMENT: RETURN ON INVESTMENT (ROI) DESCRIPTION:Health\, Safety\, & Environmental (EHS) programs are essential functions of a production enterprise marketability and profitability. But how do decision-makers\, EHS executives and managers\, or the front-line\, know the value of their programs? EHS programs certainly add value to the enterprise. This course introduces participants to the methods and sys tem for evaluating the performance of Health\, Safety\, and Environmental (HSE) programs. It provides an overview of five sequential levels of evalu ation\, including program satisfaction\, learning\, application\, enterpri se results\, and financial return on investment. Participants will be intr oduced the tools and techniques that enable a credible analysis of the qua litative and qualitative values that measure HSE program performance. Da tes: April 2\, 2020 Meets: TH from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Hours: 8 CEUs: 0.8 Lo cation: SEED Center\, 2nd Floor Address: 4310 Ryan St.\, Lake Charles\, LA Instructor: Dr. Joseph Fierro Fees: $1\,950.00 Register Online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Health\, Safety\, &\; Environmental (EHS) programs are essential functions of a production enter prise marketability and profitability. But how do decision-makers\, EHS ex ecutives and managers\, or the front-line\, know the value of their progra ms? EHS programs certainly add value to the enterprise. \;

\;

This \;course int roduces participants to the methods and system for evaluating the performa nce of Health\, Safety\, and Environmental (HSE) programs. It provides an overview of five sequential levels of evaluation\, including program satis faction\, learning\, application\, enterprise results\, and financial retu rn on investment. Participants will be introduced the tools and techniques that enable a credible analysis of the qualitative and qualitative values that measure HSE program performance.

\;

Dates: April 2\, 2020

Meet s: TH from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Hours: 8

CEUs: 0.8
Location: \;SEED Center\, 2nd Fl oor

Address: \;4310 Ryan St.\, Lake \;Charles\, LA

Instructor: \;Dr. Joseph Fierro

F ees: $1\,950.00

\;

Reg ister Online.

CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20200309T1416350Z-583899-1102@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200125T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200125T203000 SUMMARY:Farewell Angelina’s “Women & Wine” Tour DESCRIPTION:The Lutcher Theater presents\, Farewell Angelina in their highl y acclaimed Women & Wine Tour\, Saturday\, January 25\, 2020 at 7:30pm. Ti ckets start at $30 and are available now at www.lutcher.org. Named among Rolling Stone’s “New Artists You Need To Know” and Roughstockʼs “Ones To Watch” with a tour schedule to prove it\, Farewell Angelina has opened sho ws for the likes of Kenny Chesney\, Old Dominion\, Jake Owen\, Billy Curri ngton and Maroon 5. After hearing the undeniable magic of their voices tog ether\, the band couldn’t wait to take their show on the road. “This proje ct was fully funded by our fans! We co-produced\, something that truly cap tured our musical sisterhood\, while working alongside the best musicians and engineers in the business. Thankful and excited to bring this music on the Women & Wine Tour.” X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Lutcher Theater presents\, \;Fare well Angelina \;in their highly acclaimed \;Women &\; Wine Tour \, Saturday\, January 25\, 2020 at 7:30pm. \;Tickets start at $30 and are available now at \;www.lutcher.org.

\;

Name d among Rolling Stone&rsquo\;s &ldquo\;New Artists You Need To Know&rdquo\ ; and Roughstockʼs &ldquo\;Ones To Watch&rdquo\; with a tour schedule to p rove it\, \;Farewell Angelina \;has opened shows for the likes of Kenny Chesney\, Old Dominion\, Jake Owen\, Billy Currington and Maroon 5.& nbsp\;After hearing the undeniable magic of their voices together\, the ba nd couldn&rsquo\;t wait to take their show on the road. &ldquo\;This proje ct was fully funded by our fans! We co-produced\, something that truly cap tured our musical sisterhood\, while working alongside the best musicians and engineers in the business. Thankful and excited to bring this music on the Women &\; Wine Tour.&rdquo\; \;
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lutcher Theater UID:20191219T1931150Z-583899-1023@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190427T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190427T120000 SUMMARY:The Dragons Are Coming DESCRIPTION:Lake Charles\, Louisiana\, April 12\, 2019 – Dragons will invad e the city Lakefront during the 2019 Dragon Boat Race on April 27\, at 9:0 0 a.m. at the Lake Charles Civic Center Seawall. More than 30 local teams will compete for the top spot in their division. The CHRISTUS Ochsner Sout hwestern Louisiana Foundation\, along with presenting sponsors Louisiana M ortgage Associates and Golden Nugget Lake Charles\, will host the seventh annual event to help support the efforts of the Children’s Miracle Network (CMN) at CHRISTUS Ochsner Health Southwestern Louisiana. This event is op en and free to the public. “The community’s participation in the event has always made a huge difference for the health of our kids in Southwestern Louisiana\,” said Kay Barnett\, CFRE\, CHRISTUS Ochsner Southwestern Louis iana Foundation Executive Director. “This event is a gift that continues t o impact children’s lives long beyond race day\, and we are looking to mak e an even greater impact this year by adding more teams to the mix!” A dra gon boat is a human-powered watercraft. This amateur team paddling water s port has roots dating back 2\,000 years to southern China where the ancien t folk ritual involved races between contending villagers. Now\, thousands of years later\, the sport is still known for building teams and creating spirited fun. “With our 2018 event\, we raised more than $155\,000 for Ch ildren’s Miracle Network efforts supporting CHRISTUS Ochsner Lake Area Hos pital and CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick Hospital\,” said Cara Wyland\, Chil dren’s Miracle Network Director\, CHRISTUS Ochsner Southwestern Louisiana Foundation. “That money is now helping us fund critical life-saving equipm ent for babies being treated in our Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and Labor and Delivery Unit at CHRISTUS Ochsner Lake Area Hospital . These incredible programs\, treatments and services make a real\, tangib le difference in the lives of children.” In this year’s race\, 32 teams wi ll compete to capture the coveted traveling trophy that goes to the fastes t team on the Lake. Each team consists of 20 members who paddle a 41-foot vessel to the beat of their team drummer. Each team will have 1 hour of pr actice the week of the race. Teams can develop a unique theme and team nam e and will compete in two races for their best time. After the qualifying races\, all the teams are classified into three groups based on their best time and compete in a final race to determine the winners in each of the groups. During the races\, a Kid’s Activity Tent will be available from 10 :00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Kids of all ages can enjoy arts and crafts\, games\, face-painting and more! There will be food and drink vendors\, music and a family-friendly atmosphere. This is truly a community event for the whol e family. The CHRISTUS Ochsner Southwestern Louisiana Foundation is excite d to bring this opportunity to promote fitness and wellness in an atmosphe re of camaraderie at our picturesque Lakefront Seawall and Boardwalk. Proc eeds will benefit CMN and will be used to purchase pediatric surgical and treatment equipment for CHRISTUS Ochsner Health Southwestern Louisiana and to support special school-based programs in our five-parish area. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Lake Charles\, Louisiana\, April 12\, 2019 &ndash\; Dragons will invade the city Lakefront during the 2019 Dragon Boa t Race on April 27\, at 9:00 a.m. at the Lake Charles Civic Center Seawall . More than 30 local teams will compete for the top spot in their division .

The CHRISTUS Ochsner Southwestern Louisiana Foundation\, alon g with presenting sponsors Louisiana Mortgage Associates and Golden Nugget Lake Charles\, will host the seventh annual event to help support the eff orts of the Children&rsquo\;s Miracle Network (CMN) at CHRISTUS Ochsner He alth Southwestern Louisiana. This event is open and free to the public.

&ldquo\;The community&rsquo\;s participation in the event has alw ays made a huge difference for the health of our kids in Southwestern Loui siana\,&rdquo\; said Kay Barnett\, CFRE\, CHRISTUS Ochsner Southwestern Lo uisiana Foundation Executive Director. &ldquo\;This event is a gift that c ontinues to impact children&rsquo\;s lives long beyond race day\, and we a re looking to make an even greater impact this year by adding more teams t o the mix!&rdquo\;

A dragon boat is a human-powered watercraft. This amateur team paddling water sport has roots dating back 2\,000 years to southern China where the ancient folk ritual involved races between co ntending villagers. Now\, thousands of years later\, the sport is still kn own for building teams and creating spirited fun.

&ldquo\;With our 2018 event\, we raised more than $155\,000 for Children&rsquo\;s Mirac le Network efforts supporting CHRISTUS Ochsner Lake Area Hospital and CHRI STUS Ochsner St. Patrick Hospital\,&rdquo\; said Cara Wyland\, Children&rs quo\;s Miracle Network Director\, CHRISTUS Ochsner Southwestern Louisiana Foundation. &ldquo\;That money is now helping us fund critical life-saving equipment for babies being treated in our Level III Neonatal Intensive Ca re Unit (NICU) and Labor and Delivery Unit at CHRISTUS Ochsner Lake Area H ospital. These incredible programs\, treatments and services make a real\, tangible difference in the lives of children.&rdquo\;

In this year&rsquo\;s race\, 32 teams will compete to capture the coveted travelin g trophy that goes to the fastest team on the Lake. Each team consists of 20 members who paddle a 41-foot vessel to the beat of their team drummer. Each team will have 1 hour of practice the week of the race. Teams can dev elop a unique theme and team name and will compete in two races for their best time. After the qualifying races\, all the teams are classified into three groups based on their best time and compete in a final race to deter mine the winners in each of the groups.

During the races\, a Ki d&rsquo\;s Activity Tent will be available from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Ki ds of all ages can enjoy arts and crafts\, games\, face-painting and more! There will be food and drink vendors\, music and a family-friendly atmosp here. This is truly a community event for the whole family. The CHRISTUS O chsner Southwestern Louisiana Foundation is excited to bring this opportun ity to promote fitness and wellness in an atmosphere of camaraderie at our picturesque Lakefront Seawall and Boardwalk.

Proceeds will ben efit CMN and will be used to purchase pediatric surgical and treatment equ ipment for CHRISTUS Ochsner Health Southwestern Louisiana and to support s pecial school-based programs in our five-parish area.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:For more information on volunteering for the race\, contact CMN Di rector Allison Schnake at allison.schnake@christushealt UID:20190415T1433330Z-583899-653@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190924T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190924T120000 SUMMARY:Effective Proposal Writing DESCRIPTION:SWLA PTAC will host an 'Effective Proposal Writing' workshop fr om 9:00AM to 12:00 Noon on Tuesday\, September 24\, 2019 in the McNeese SE ED Center\, Rooms D&E\, 4310 Ryan Street\, Lake Charles\, LA 70605. See th e preregistration link below and the attached flyer for more details. Cli ck Here to preregister:  http://www.ptassist.com/services/ptac_web_registe r.php?id=58AB754783 Click Here to View Flyer: This is a follow-on session to Negotiated Procurement\, Part 1 workshop and this presentation is desig ned to specifically address successfully writing federal contract and subc ontract proposals. Attendance at that workshop which covered reviewing a R equests for Proposal (RFP) is not required\, but individualized coverage o f those topics can be provided by preregistering using the link above and then emailing your request to Roy Paul at rpaul@allianceswla.org before th is event. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
SWLA PTAC will host an 'Effective Proposal Writing' workshop from 9:00AM to 12:00 Noon on Tuesday\, September 24\, 20 19 in the McNeese SEED Center\, Rooms D&\;E\, \;431 0 Ryan Street\, Lake Charles\, LA 70605. See the preregistration link below and the attached flyer for more details. \;

Click Here t o preregister: \; \;http://www.ptassist.com/servi ces/ptac_web_register.php?id=58AB754783

Click Here to View Flyer:

This is a f ollow-on session to Negotiated Procurement\, Part 1 workshop and this pres entation is designed to specifically address successfully writing federal contract and subcontract proposals. Attendance at that workshop which cove red reviewing a Requests for Proposal (RFP) is \;not \;required\, but individualized cover age of those topics can be provided by preregistering using the link above and then emailing your \;request to Roy Paul at \;rpaul@a llianceswla.org \;before this event.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20190912T2113040Z-583899-903@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191204T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191204T190000 SUMMARY:An Evening with Terry Collier DESCRIPTION:Retired college professor and lecturer Terry Collier\, MSc has facilitated the development of senior's facilities for over 25 years and i s considered one of North America's experts in this field. Mr. Collier is working on behalf of a developer for a potential new Seniors project in La ke Charles. The first floor will include LifePath Wellness\, patterned aft er a multi-faceted medical clinic in Canada owned by Lake Charles native\, Dr. Jed Snatic. The project will have Active Adult Living Apartments with aging-in-place amenities with the top floor having condominiums that will have optional health care and hospitality services. The results of six fo cus groups conducted by Mr. Collier during his October visit to Lake Charl es will be shared as well as an announcement regarding preliminary plans f or a proposed new seniors project. A complimentary light dinner and desser t will be served between 5:30-6:00. Because seating is limited\, Registrat ion is required. Direct questions to MK Hopkins at mkh@mkh.com or call 33 7-439-1079. Those interested in attending a separate meeting specific to c ondominiums should email mkh@mkh.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Retired col lege professor and lecturer Terry Collier\, MSc has facilitated the develo pment of senior's facilities for over 25 years and is considered one of No rth America's experts in this field.

Mr. Collier is working on behalf of a developer for a potential new Seniors project in Lake Charles. The first floor will include LifePath Wellness\, patterned after a multi-faceted medical clinic in Canada owned by Lake Charles native\, Dr. Jed Snatic. \;The project will have Acti ve Adult Living Apartments with aging-in-place amenities with the top floo r having condominiums that will have optional health care and hospitality services.

The results of si x focus groups conducted by Mr. Collier during his October visit to Lake C harles will be shared as well as an announcement regarding preliminary pla ns for a proposed new seniors project. A complimentary light dinner and de ssert will be served between 5:30-6:00.

Because seating is limited\, Registration is required. \;

Direct questions to MK Hop kins at \;mkh@mkh.com \;or call 3 37-439-1079. Those interested in attending a separate meeting specific to condominiums should email \;mkh@mkh.com.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Majestic Hall at Walnut Grove UID:20191203T1512430Z-583899-997@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191114T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191114T103000 SUMMARY:Partners in Parks Nature in Focus DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles has several Nature in Focus events pla nned for the fourth quarter as part of its Partners in Parks initiative. The Changing Seasons Nature Walk Series will be held twice a month\, alter nating locations between Tuten and Riverside Parks. Participants will expe rience the changing seasons of Southwest Louisiana. The series will still focus on birds\, but will also explore the changes in trees and other plan ts and animals living in these natural habits within the City. All walks will take place from 9 -10:30 a.m. and are scheduled as follows: Friday\, October 4\, Tuten Park Thursday\, October 17\, Riverside Park Friday\, Nov ember 1\, Tuten Park Thursday\, November 14\, Riverside Park Friday\, Dece mber 6\, Tuten Park Thursday\, December 12\, Riverside Park All events are free and open to the public\, but pre-registration via https://www.eventb rite.com is encouraged. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles has several Nature in Focus events planned for the fourth quarter as part of its Partners in Parks initiative. \;

The Changing Seasons Nature Walk Series will be held twice a month\, alternating locations between Tuten and River side Parks. Participants will experience the changing seasons of Southwest Louisiana. The series will still focus on birds\, but will also explore t he changes in trees and other plants and animals living in these natural h abits within the City. \;

All walks will take place from 9 -10 :30 a.m. and are scheduled as follows:

Friday\, October 4\, Tuten Park

Thursday\, October 17\, Riverside Park

Friday\, Novem ber 1\, Tuten Park

Thursday\, November 14\, Riverside Park

Friday\, December 6\, Tuten Park

Thursday\, December 12\, Riversi de Park

All events are free and open to the public\, but pre-regis tration via \;https://www.eventbrite.com \;is encouraged.

\;

\;
CATEGORIES:Outdoors LOCATION:City of Lake Charles Parks UID:20190924T1952390Z-583899-916@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191020T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191020T150000 SUMMARY:Musicale DESCRIPTION:The Literacy Council is hosting Musical featuring Jeremy JB Saz z Benoit! There will be a brunch menu\, jazz\, and mimosas! Ticktets are $50 per person. To get your tickets\, call (337) 494-7000 or visit their website. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Literacy Council is hosting Musical fea turing Jeremy JB Sazz Benoit! \;

There will be a brunch menu\, jazz\, and mimosas!

Ticktets are $50 per person. \;

T o get your tickets\, call (337) 494-7000 or visit their website.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:The Charleston Bistro UID:20190924T2001030Z-583899-919@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191206T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191206T103000 SUMMARY:Partners in Parks Nature in Focus DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles has several Nature in Focus events pla nned for the fourth quarter as part of its Partners in Parks initiative. The Changing Seasons Nature Walk Series will be held twice a month\, alter nating locations between Tuten and Riverside Parks. Participants will expe rience the changing seasons of Southwest Louisiana. The series will still focus on birds\, but will also explore the changes in trees and other plan ts and animals living in these natural habits within the City. All walks will take place from 9 -10:30 a.m. and are scheduled as follows: Friday\, October 4\, Tuten Park Thursday\, October 17\, Riverside Park Friday\, Nov ember 1\, Tuten Park Thursday\, November 14\, Riverside Park Friday\, Dece mber 6\, Tuten Park Thursday\, December 12\, Riverside Park All events are free and open to the public\, but pre-registration via https://www.eventb rite.com is encouraged. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles has several Nature in Focus events planned for the fourth quarter as part of its Partners in Parks initiative. \;

The Changing Seasons Nature Walk Series will be held twice a month\, alternating locations between Tuten and River side Parks. Participants will experience the changing seasons of Southwest Louisiana. The series will still focus on birds\, but will also explore t he changes in trees and other plants and animals living in these natural h abits within the City. \;

All walks will take place from 9 -10 :30 a.m. and are scheduled as follows:

Friday\, October 4\, Tuten Park

Thursday\, October 17\, Riverside Park

Friday\, Novem ber 1\, Tuten Park

Thursday\, November 14\, Riverside Park

Friday\, December 6\, Tuten Park

Thursday\, December 12\, Riversi de Park

All events are free and open to the public\, but pre-regis tration via \;https://www.eventbrite.com \;is encouraged.

\;

\;
CATEGORIES:Outdoors LOCATION:City of Lake Charles Parks UID:20190924T1952500Z-583899-917@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191212T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191212T103000 SUMMARY:Partners in Parks Nature in Focus DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles has several Nature in Focus events pla nned for the fourth quarter as part of its Partners in Parks initiative. The Changing Seasons Nature Walk Series will be held twice a month\, alter nating locations between Tuten and Riverside Parks. Participants will expe rience the changing seasons of Southwest Louisiana. The series will still focus on birds\, but will also explore the changes in trees and other plan ts and animals living in these natural habits within the City. All walks will take place from 9 -10:30 a.m. and are scheduled as follows: Friday\, October 4\, Tuten Park Thursday\, October 17\, Riverside Park Friday\, Nov ember 1\, Tuten Park Thursday\, November 14\, Riverside Park Friday\, Dece mber 6\, Tuten Park Thursday\, December 12\, Riverside Park All events are free and open to the public\, but pre-registration via https://www.eventb rite.com is encouraged. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles has several Nature in Focus events planned for the fourth quarter as part of its Partners in Parks initiative. \;

The Changing Seasons Nature Walk Series will be held twice a month\, alternating locations between Tuten and River side Parks. Participants will experience the changing seasons of Southwest Louisiana. The series will still focus on birds\, but will also explore t he changes in trees and other plants and animals living in these natural h abits within the City. \;

All walks will take place from 9 -10 :30 a.m. and are scheduled as follows:

Friday\, October 4\, Tuten Park

Thursday\, October 17\, Riverside Park

Friday\, Novem ber 1\, Tuten Park

Thursday\, November 14\, Riverside Park

Friday\, December 6\, Tuten Park

Thursday\, December 12\, Riversi de Park

All events are free and open to the public\, but pre-regis tration via \;https://www.eventbrite.com \;is encouraged.

\;

\;
CATEGORIES:Outdoors LOCATION:City of Lake Charles Parks UID:20190924T1953010Z-583899-918@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191017T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191017T103000 SUMMARY:Partners in Parks Nature in Focus DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles has several Nature in Focus events pla nned for the fourth quarter as part of its Partners in Parks initiative. The Changing Seasons Nature Walk Series will be held twice a month\, alter nating locations between Tuten and Riverside Parks. Participants will expe rience the changing seasons of Southwest Louisiana. The series will still focus on birds\, but will also explore the changes in trees and other plan ts and animals living in these natural habits within the City. All walks will take place from 9 -10:30 a.m. and are scheduled as follows: Friday\, October 4\, Tuten Park Thursday\, October 17\, Riverside Park Friday\, Nov ember 1\, Tuten Park Thursday\, November 14\, Riverside Park Friday\, Dece mber 6\, Tuten Park Thursday\, December 12\, Riverside Park All events are free and open to the public\, but pre-registration via https://www.eventb rite.com is encouraged. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles has several Nature in Focus events planned for the fourth quarter as part of its Partners in Parks initiative. \;

The Changing Seasons Nature Walk Series will be held twice a month\, alternating locations between Tuten and River side Parks. Participants will experience the changing seasons of Southwest Louisiana. The series will still focus on birds\, but will also explore t he changes in trees and other plants and animals living in these natural h abits within the City. \;

All walks will take place from 9 -10 :30 a.m. and are scheduled as follows:

Friday\, October 4\, Tuten Park

Thursday\, October 17\, Riverside Park

Friday\, Novem ber 1\, Tuten Park

Thursday\, November 14\, Riverside Park

Friday\, December 6\, Tuten Park

Thursday\, December 12\, Riversi de Park

All events are free and open to the public\, but pre-regis tration via \;https://www.eventbrite.com \;is encouraged.

\;

\;
CATEGORIES:Outdoors LOCATION:City of Lake Charles Parks UID:20190924T1952160Z-583899-914@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191101T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191101T103000 SUMMARY:Partners in Parks Nature in Focus DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles has several Nature in Focus events pla nned for the fourth quarter as part of its Partners in Parks initiative. The Changing Seasons Nature Walk Series will be held twice a month\, alter nating locations between Tuten and Riverside Parks. Participants will expe rience the changing seasons of Southwest Louisiana. The series will still focus on birds\, but will also explore the changes in trees and other plan ts and animals living in these natural habits within the City. All walks will take place from 9 -10:30 a.m. and are scheduled as follows: Friday\, October 4\, Tuten Park Thursday\, October 17\, Riverside Park Friday\, Nov ember 1\, Tuten Park Thursday\, November 14\, Riverside Park Friday\, Dece mber 6\, Tuten Park Thursday\, December 12\, Riverside Park All events are free and open to the public\, but pre-registration via https://www.eventb rite.com is encouraged. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles has several Nature in Focus events planned for the fourth quarter as part of its Partners in Parks initiative. \;

The Changing Seasons Nature Walk Series will be held twice a month\, alternating locations between Tuten and River side Parks. Participants will experience the changing seasons of Southwest Louisiana. The series will still focus on birds\, but will also explore t he changes in trees and other plants and animals living in these natural h abits within the City. \;

All walks will take place from 9 -10 :30 a.m. and are scheduled as follows:

Friday\, October 4\, Tuten Park

Thursday\, October 17\, Riverside Park

Friday\, Novem ber 1\, Tuten Park

Thursday\, November 14\, Riverside Park

Friday\, December 6\, Tuten Park

Thursday\, December 12\, Riversi de Park

All events are free and open to the public\, but pre-regis tration via \;https://www.eventbrite.com \;is encouraged.

\;

\;
CATEGORIES:Outdoors LOCATION:City of Lake Charles Parks UID:20190924T1952260Z-583899-915@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190207T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190207T180000 SUMMARY:Teen Connection DESCRIPTION:February Teen Connection Seminars will be held from 5 – 6 p.m. Thursday\, February 7\, and Thursday\, February 21. On Thursday\, Februar y 7\, Julian Green\, Program Director at BBBS SWLA\, will teach teens that they are never too young to start an organization that addresses problems or fills a void in their community. He’ll also discuss steps to take to g et a nonprofit organization started. This session will be held at the Cpl Donald Ray Stevens Center\, formerly Goosport Recreation\, located at 1619 Cessford St. On Thursday\, February 21\, Teen Connection will take a clo ser look at how teens can start their own business. For this session\, the City of Lake Charles is teaming up with Ward 3 Recreation and the event w ill be held at the Huber Park Community Center located at 2401 4th Ave. I n October 2017\, the City of Lake Charles began hosting Teen Connection fo r teenagers\, 13 to 18 years old\, in Calcasieu Parish. All sessions are o ffered free of charge. Teen Connection is designed to help teenagers lear n job skills\, college prep\, social media\, interview skills\, and ACT pr ep among others. The classes are instructed by educators\, government offi cials\, and business leaders in the community. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
February Teen Connection Seminars will be h eld from 5 &ndash\; 6 p.m. Thursday\, February 7\, and Thursday\, February 21. \;

On Thursday\, February 7\, \;Julian Green\, Progra m Director at BBBS SWLA\, will teach teens that they are never too young t o start an organization that addresses problems or fills a void in their c ommunity. He&rsquo\;ll also discuss steps to take to get a nonprofit organ ization started. \;This session will be held at the Cpl Donald Ray Ste vens Center\, formerly Goosport Recreation\, located at 1619 Cessford St.& nbsp\;

On Thursday\, February 21\, Teen Connection will take a clo ser look at how teens can start their own business. \;For thi s session\, the City of Lake Charles is teaming up with Ward 3 Recreation and the event will be held at the Huber Park Community Center located at 2 401 4^th \;Ave. \;

In October 2017\, the City of Lake Charles began hosting Teen Connection for teenagers\, 13 to 18 years old\, in Calcasieu Parish. All sessions are offered free of charge. \ ;

Teen Connection is designed to help teenagers learn job skills\, college prep\, social media\, interview skills\, and ACT prep among other s. The classes are instructed by educators\, government officials\, and bu siness leaders in the community.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids UID:20190124T1434080Z-583899-487@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190504T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190504T130000 SUMMARY:Children's Day at the CVB! DESCRIPTION:The Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention & Visitors Bure au (LC/SWLA CVB) is celebrating National Travel & Tourism Week\, May 4 – 1 2. The travel and tourism industry has a powerful impact on Louisiana’s ec onomy and has continued to grow each year.   Saturday\, May 4\, the CVB wi ll be highlighting attractions for children from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. with th e Children’s Day celebration at the CVB’s welcome center\, 1205 N. Lakesho re Drive. There will be groups with displays and activities for the family to enjoy\, including light refreshments and Gumbeaux Gator\, Southwest Lo uisiana’s goodwill ambassador. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Conven tion &\; Visitors Bureau (LC/SWLA CVB) is celebrating National Travel & amp\; Tourism Week\, May 4 &ndash\; 12. The travel and tourism industry ha s a powerful impact on Louisiana&rsquo\;s economy and has continued to gro w each year. \; \;

Saturday\, May 4\, the CVB will be high lighting attractions for children from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. with the Children &rsquo\;s Day celebration at the CVB&rsquo\;s welcome center\, 1205 N. Lak eshore Drive. There will be groups with displays and activities for the fa mily to enjoy\, including light refreshments and Gumbeaux Gator\, Southwes t Louisiana&rsquo\;s goodwill ambassador.

\;
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Lake Charles/SWLA Convention & Visitors Bureau UID:20190502T1551510Z-583899-675@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190509T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190509T130000 SUMMARY:May Monthly Business Luncheon DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, May 9\, 2019 Time: 12-1p Doors Open @11:30am * * Location:** West Cal Events Center Sulphur Guest Speaker JOHN POHORELS KY SWLA Economic Development Alliance Interstate 10 Calcasieu River Bridg e Task Force X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Date: \;Thursday\, May 9\, 2019

Time: \;12-1p

Doors Open @11:30am

** Location:**

West Cal Events Center

S ulphur

\;

Guest Speaker

JOHN POHORELSKY

SWLA Economic Development Alliance \;

Interstate 10 Calcasieu River Bridge Task Force
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190417T1404450Z-583899-655@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190511T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190511T210000 SUMMARY:Kiwanis 100th Birthday Bash Celebration DESCRIPTION:Benefiting the Children's services at Christus Ochsner Lake Are a Hospital. Saturday May 11th\, 2019. 6:00pm - 9:00pm L'Auberge Casino Res ort. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Benefiting the Children's services at Chris tus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital.

Saturday May 11th\, 2019.

6:00pm - 9:00pm

L'Auberge Casino Resort. \;
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190417T1406540Z-583899-656@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190221T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190221T180000 SUMMARY:Teen Connection DESCRIPTION:February Teen Connection Seminars will be held from 5 – 6 p.m. Thursday\, February 7\, and Thursday\, February 21. On Thursday\, Februar y 7\, Julian Green\, Program Director at BBBS SWLA\, will teach teens that they are never too young to start an organization that addresses problems or fills a void in their community. He’ll also discuss steps to take to g et a nonprofit organization started. This session will be held at the Cpl Donald Ray Stevens Center\, formerly Goosport Recreation\, located at 1619 Cessford St. On Thursday\, February 21\, Teen Connection will take a clo ser look at how teens can start their own business. For this session\, the City of Lake Charles is teaming up with Ward 3 Recreation and the event w ill be held at the Huber Park Community Center located at 2401 4th Ave. I n October 2017\, the City of Lake Charles began hosting Teen Connection fo r teenagers\, 13 to 18 years old\, in Calcasieu Parish. All sessions are o ffered free of charge. Teen Connection is designed to help teenagers lear n job skills\, college prep\, social media\, interview skills\, and ACT pr ep among others. The classes are instructed by educators\, government offi cials\, and business leaders in the community. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
February Teen Connection Seminars will be h eld from 5 &ndash\; 6 p.m. Thursday\, February 7\, and Thursday\, February 21. \;

On Thursday\, February 7\, \;Julian Green\, Progra m Director at BBBS SWLA\, will teach teens that they are never too young t o start an organization that addresses problems or fills a void in their c ommunity. He&rsquo\;ll also discuss steps to take to get a nonprofit organ ization started. \;This session will be held at the Cpl Donald Ray Ste vens Center\, formerly Goosport Recreation\, located at 1619 Cessford St.& nbsp\;

On Thursday\, February 21\, Teen Connection will take a clo ser look at how teens can start their own business. \;For thi s session\, the City of Lake Charles is teaming up with Ward 3 Recreation and the event will be held at the Huber Park Community Center located at 2 401 4^th \;Ave. \;

In October 2017\, the City of Lake Charles began hosting Teen Connection for teenagers\, 13 to 18 years old\, in Calcasieu Parish. All sessions are offered free of charge. \ ;

Teen Connection is designed to help teenagers learn job skills\, college prep\, social media\, interview skills\, and ACT prep among other s. The classes are instructed by educators\, government officials\, and bu siness leaders in the community.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids UID:20190124T1434300Z-583899-488@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190928T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190928T150000 SUMMARY:McNeese: Fall Preview Day DESCRIPTION:McNeese State University’s Preview Day for prospective students and their families will take place from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday\, Sept. 28 . This event is sponsored by the Admissions and Recruiting Office. Previe w Day is a campus-wide open house where participants can tour campus\, lea rn about admissions\, colleges and offered majors and see why McNeese is t he first choice for thousands of students each year. Registration and wel come presentations begin in F.G. Bulber Auditorium. Afterwards\, specific academic information sessions will also be held for each college. Campus a nd housing tours will be offered and McNeese personnel will be on hand to answer any questions about academic programs\, admissions\, financial aid\ , scholarships\, TOPS\, student life\, student services and housing. Stud ents will receive free admission into the McNeese vs. Sam Houston State Un iversity football game at 6 p.m. in Cowboy Stadium. Parents and guests can purchase tickets to the football game at the ticket office in the Doland Field House. The McNeese Bookstore will also be open from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. f or students and parents to purchase McNeese gear. Participants can receive more information and register online for this free event by going to www. mcneese.edu/preview-day or by contacting admissions and recruiting at 337- 475-5504. Persons needing accommodations as provided by the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the ADA Coordinator at 337-475-5428\, voi ce\; 337-475-5960\, fax\; 337-562-4227\, TDD/TTY\, hearing impaired\; or b y email at cdo@mcneese.edu. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese State University&rsquo\;s Preview D ay for prospective students and their families will take place from 9 a.m. -3 p.m. Saturday\, Sept. 28. This event is sponsored by the Admissions and Recruiting Office. \;

Preview Day is a campus-wide open house where participants can tour campus\, learn about admissions\, colleges an d offered majors and see why McNeese is the first choice for thousands of students each year. \;

Registration and welcome presentations begin in F.G. Bulber Auditorium. Afterwards\, specific academic informatio n sessions will also be held for each college. Campus and housing tours wi ll be offered and McNeese personnel will be on hand to answer any question s about academic programs\, admissions\, financial aid\, scholarships\, TO PS\, student life\, student services and housing. \;

Students will receive free admission into the McNeese vs. Sam Houston State Univers ity football game at 6 p.m. in Cowboy Stadium. Parents and guests can purc hase tickets to the football game at the ticket office in the Doland Field House.

The McNeese Bookstore will also be open from 10 a.m.-5 p.m . for students and parents to purchase McNeese gear.

Participants can receive more information and register online for this free event by go ing to www.mcneese.edu/previe w-day or by contacting admissions and recruiting at 337-475-5504.

Persons needing accommodations as provided by the Americans with Disab ilities Act should contact the ADA Coordinator at 337-475-5428\, voice\; 3 37-475-5960\, fax\; 337-562-4227\, TDD/TTY\, hearing impaired\; or by emai l at \;cdo@mcneese.edu.

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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20190924T2125310Z-583899-924@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190927T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190927T090000 SUMMARY:Coffee with the Mayor DESCRIPTION:The West Calcasieu Chamber is hosting Coffee with the Mayor! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The West Calcasieu Chamber is hosting Coffe e with the Mayor!
CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:Sulphur Senior Center UID:20190924T2122140Z-583899-922@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191018 SUMMARY:Culture Fest RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;COUNT=2 DESCRIPTION:CultureFest Louisiana will be held at the Lake Charles Civic Ce nter on Friday\, October 18 and Saturday\, October 19. The event will show case a global blend of arts\, music\, dance\, fashion\, food and storytell ing performances that span across the many cultures and ethnicities found in Southwest Louisiana. A Rhythm and Dance Night will kick-off the weeken d’s activities on Friday at 6 p.m. at the Lakefront Amphitheater featuring live musical performances by Jairus Daigle and the Network\, followed by Jarvis Jacob and the Southern Gents\, and local favorite Bluesiana RED. In termission acts including African Dancers and SETX Ballet Folklorico soloi st Micaela Moreno will keep the stage hot in between musical acts. The eve ning will conclude at 9:30 p.m. Saturday’s festivities begin at 10 a.m. in the Lake Charles Civic Center. This free family event will also have a va riety of exhibits\, each spotlighting a different country and cultural exp erience. There will also be cultural display booths from around the world. A variety of entertainment is planned\, including Solero Flamenco\, Nepal ese and Filipino dancers\, Peruvian Folk dancers\, Jazz musicians\, Intern ational Fashion Show\, Irish dancers\, Debakah dancers\, and much more.   Culture Fest Louisiana is presented by Common Ground\, a nonprofit organiz ation\, and began in 2011 in partnership with the City of Lake Charles\, M cNeese State University\, Calcasieu Parish Public Library\, and several ci vic organizations and schools. The festival was initiated as a way to edu cate and enlighten the public about global cultures through a festival atm osphere. Culture Fest Louisiana was recently honored by the Southeast Tour ism Society as a 2019 Top 20 Event for the month of October. More than 5\, 000 residents and locals attended last year’s event.   Event coordinator P atricia Kelty said\, “Our city and our own lives are enriched as we build upon our similarities and celebrate our differences. Ironically\, in the p rocess we strengthen our own heritages while gaining respect for others.” Culture Fest Louisiana is a free admission event made possible by the Cit y of Lake Charles\, Calcasieu Parish Police Jury\, Arts Council of Southwe st Louisiana\, Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention and Visitors Bu reau\, State of Louisiana Division of the Arts\, Jazz in the Arts\, Philli ps 66\, Sasol of North America\, CAVCO\, Oceans Behavioral Hospital\, and Kingdom Expressions. For additional festival information\, visit www.cult urefestlouisiana.com or email info@culturefestlouisiana.com\, or call 337- 409-9636. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CultureFest Louisiana will be held at the L ake Charles Civic Center on Friday\, October 18 and Saturday\, October 19. The event will showcase a global blend of arts\, music\, dance\, fashion\ , food and storytelling performances that span across the many cultures an d ethnicities found in Southwest Louisiana. \;

A Rhythm and Da nce Night will kick-off the weekend&rsquo\;s activities on Friday at 6 p.m . at the Lakefront Amphitheater featuring live musical performances by Jai rus Daigle and the Network\, followed by Jarvis Jacob and the Southern Gen ts\, and local favorite Bluesiana RED. Intermission acts including African Dancers and SETX Ballet Folklorico soloist Micaela Moreno will keep the s tage hot in between musical acts. The evening will conclude at 9:30 p.m.
Saturday&rsquo\;s festivities begin at 10 a.m. in the Lake Charles Civic Center. This free family event will also have a variety of exhibits\ , each spotlighting a different country and cultural experience. There wil l also be cultural display booths from around the world. A variety of ente rtainment is planned\, including Solero Flamenco\, Nepalese and Filipino d ancers\, Peruvian Folk dancers\, Jazz musicians\, International Fashion Sh ow\, Irish dancers\, Debakah dancers\, and much more. \; \;
< p>Culture Fest Louisiana is presented by Common Ground\, a nonprofit organ ization\, and began in 2011 in partnership with the City of Lake Charles\, McNeese State University\, Calcasieu Parish Public Library\, and several civic organizations and schools. \;

The festival was initiated as a way to educate and enlighten the public about global cultures throug h a festival atmosphere. Culture Fest Louisiana was recently honored by th e Southeast Tourism Society as a 2019 Top 20 Event for the month of Octobe r. More than 5\,000 residents and locals attended last year&rsquo\;s event . \; \;

Event coordinator Patricia Kelty said\, &ldquo\;Ou r city and our own lives are enriched as we build upon our similarities an d celebrate our differences. Ironically\, in the process we strengthen our own heritages while gaining respect for others.&rdquo\; \;

Cu lture Fest Louisiana is a free admission event made possible by the City o f Lake Charles\, Calcasieu Parish Police Jury\, Arts Council of Southwest Louisiana\, Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention and Visitors Burea u\, State of Louisiana Division of the Arts\, Jazz in the Arts\, Phillips 66\, Sasol of North America\, CAVCO\, Oceans Behavioral Hospital\, and Kin gdom Expressions. \;

For additional festival information\, vis it \;www.culturefestlouisiana.com \;or email \;info@culturefestlouisiana.com\, o r call 337-409-9636.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20191011T2026390Z-583899-941@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210709T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210709T130000 SUMMARY:Learn the Ins and Outs of EarlySteps DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
< /p> CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20210701T1841490Z-583899-1187@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200113T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200113T120000 SUMMARY:Basic Rights in Special Education DESCRIPTION:This FREE webinar is for Parents\, Caregivers\, and Professiona ls of School-Aged Children/Students with Disabilities! Click here to learn more and register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This FREE webinar is for Parents\, Caregive rs\, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students with Disabilities!

Click here to learn more and register.

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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Webinar UID:20191216T1408010Z-583899-1018@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191217T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191217T193000 SUMMARY:Bayou Bell Choir to Perform Free Christmas Concert DESCRIPTION:The Bayou Bell Choir\, Southwest Louisiana's own community hand bell ensemble\, is pleased to announce it will perform a Christmas concert that is open to the public with free admission. “Sounds of the Season” wi ll be held on Tuesday\, December 17 at 6:30 p.m. in Central School’s Ben M ount Auditorium\, 809 Kirby Street\, and will feature favorite carols and songs from the Choir’s twenty years of performances. “Our talented ensemb le will perform a rollicking arrangement of Masters in this Hall\, a blues -take on We Three Kings\, a serene Holly and the Ivy\, a schmaltzy White C hristmas\, a frenetic Hava Nageela and\, of course\, Carol of the Bells\,” said Bruce Allured\, Director of the Bayou Bell Choir. “This concert prom ises to be an uplifting holiday experience\, so we want everyone to come o ut and enjoy it.” The concert is presented by the Bayou Bell Choir\, the Arts and Humanities Council of SWLA\, and the City of Lake Charles. For mo re information contact Bruce Allured\, Director\, at 337 529-7016 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Bayou Bell Choir\, Southwest Louisiana' s own community handbell ensemble\, is pleased to announce it will perform a Christmas concert that is open to the public with free admission. &ldqu o\;Sounds of the Season&rdquo\; will be held on Tuesday\, December 17 at 6 :30 p.m. in Central School&rsquo\;s Ben Mount Auditorium\, 809 Kirby Stree t\, and will feature favorite carols and songs from the Choir&rsquo\;s twe nty years of performances. \;

&ldquo\;Our talented ensemble wi ll perform a rollicking arrangement of Masters in this Hall\, a blues-take on We Three Kings\, a serene Holly and the Ivy\, a schmaltzy White Christ mas\, a frenetic Hava Nageela and\, of course\, Carol of the Bells\,&rdquo \; said Bruce Allured\, Director of the Bayou Bell Choir. &ldquo\;This con cert promises to be an uplifting holiday experience\, so we want everyone to come out and enjoy it.&rdquo\; \;

The concert is presented by the Bayou Bell Choir\, the Arts and Humanities Council of SWLA\, and th e City of Lake Charles. For more information contact Bruce Allured\, Direc tor\, at 337 529-7016
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Central School UID:20191216T1359440Z-583899-1016@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200122T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200122T120000 SUMMARY:Family Orientation Workshop DESCRIPTION:EarlySteps and Families Helping Families of SWLA would like to invite you to attend an 'EarlySteps Family Orientation Workshop' on Wednes day\, January 22\, 2020 from 10 AM to 12 PM at Families Helping Families o f SWLA.    This workshop will share information on what every parent needs to know about how to help you and your child get the most out of EarlySte ps services. Join China Guillory\, EarlySteps Community Outreach Speciali st\, as she walks you through the process of getting services from EarlySt eps. Learn about EarlySteps and what services are offered. Snacks provide d and door prizes drawings! MUST REGISTER to Attend! - Limited Seating! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
EarlyStep s and Families Helping Families of SWLA would like to invite you to attend an 'EarlySteps Family Orientation Workshop' on Wednesday\, January 22\, 2 020 from 10 AM to 12 PM at Families Helping Families of SWLA.

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This workshop wil l share information on what every parent needs to know about how to help y ou and your child get the most out of EarlySteps services. \;Join Chi na Guillory\, EarlySteps Community Outreach Specialist\, as she walks you through the process of getting services from EarlySteps. \;Learn abou t EarlySteps and what services are offered.

Snacks provided and door prizes drawings!

MUST \;REGISTER to Attend! - Limited Seating!< /a>
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Families Helping Families UID:20191216T1410310Z-583899-1020@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200122T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200122T143000 SUMMARY:EarlySteps Transition Workshop DESCRIPTION:EarlySteps and Families Helping Families of SWLA would like to invite you to attend an EarlySteps Transition Workshop from 12:30 PM to 2: 30 PM Wednesday\, January 22\, 2020 at Families Helping Families of SWLA\, 2927 Hodges Street\, Lake Charles\, LA 70601.    This workshop will shar e information on what every parent needs to know about EarlySteps Transiti on. Join China Guillory\, EarlySteps Community Outreach Specialist\, as s he walks you through the process of transition from EarlySteps. Guest Spe aker: Mylinda Elliott will talk about IDEA Transition for 3 year olds. M UST REGISTER to Attend! - Limited Seating!   X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
EarlySteps and Families Helping Families of SWLA would like to invite you to attend \;an EarlySteps Transition Workshop from 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM Wednesday\, January 22\, 2020 at Familie s Helping Families of SWLA\, 2927 Hodges Street\, Lake Charles\, LA 70601. \;

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This workshop will share in formation on what every parent needs to know about EarlySteps Transition.& nbsp\; Join China Guillory\, EarlySteps \;Community Outreach Specialis t\, as she walks you through the process of transition from EarlySteps.&nb sp\; Guest Speaker: Mylinda Elliott will talk about IDEA Transition for 3 year olds.

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MUST \;REGISTER to Attend! - Limited Seating! \; \;
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Families Helping Families UID:20191216T1405370Z-583899-1017@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200127T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200127T220000 SUMMARY:Special Education Related Services DESCRIPTION: This FREE webinar is for Parents\, Caregivers\, and Professio nals of School-Aged Children/Students with Disabilities! Click here to reg ister for Special Education Related Services Webinar X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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~~This FREE webinar is for Parents\, Caregivers\, and Professi onals of School-Aged Children/Students with Disabilities!~~

~~Cl ick here to register for Special Education Related Services Webinar~~

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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Webinar UID:20191216T1408540Z-583899-1019@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181208T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181208T203000 SUMMARY:Lake Charles Little Theater: The Wonderettes DESCRIPTION:The Wonderettes are back! This seasonal celebration finds the g irls entertaining at the annual Harper’s Hardware Holiday Party. When Sant a turns up missing\, the girls use their talent and creative ingenuity to save the holiday party! Featuring great ’60s versions of holiday classics such as “Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town\,” “Jingle Bell Rock\,” “Run\, Rudo lph\, Run\,” and “Winter Wonderland\,” the result is\, of course\, marvelo us! This energetic and glittering holiday package is guaranteed to delight audiences of all ages. Enhance your holiday season with a foot-stomping\, knee slapping\, finger snapping\, hum-along\, uplifting show! Performance s on Nov. 23\, 24\, 25\, 30\, Dec. 01\, 02\, 07\, 08\, 09. Fridays and S aturdays at 7:30 pm Sundays at 2:00 pm Adults: $20 Seniors (65+): $15 Students: $10 Tickets on-line at thelclt.com Boxoffice: 337-4 33-79 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Wonderettes are back! This seasonal cel ebration finds the girls entertaining at the annual Harper&rsquo\;s Hardwa re Holiday Party. When Santa turns up missing\, the girls use their talent and creative ingenuity to save the holiday party! Featuring great &rsquo\ ;60s versions of holiday classics such as &ldquo\;Santa Claus Is Comin&rsq uo\; to Town\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;Jingle Bell Rock\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;Run\, Ru dolph\, Run\,&rdquo\; and &ldquo\;Winter Wonderland\,&rdquo\; the result i s\, of course\, marvelous! This energetic and glittering holiday package i s guaranteed to delight audiences of all ages.
Enhance your holiday s eason with a foot-stomping\, knee slapping\, finger snapping\, hum-along\, uplifting show!

Performances on Nov. 23\, 24\, 25\, 30\, Dec. 01\, 02\, 07\, 08\, 09. \; \;Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm&nbs p\; \; Sundays at 2:00 pm
Adults: $20 \; \; \; Sen iors (65+): $15 \; \; \; Students: $10
Tickets on-line at \;thelclt.com \; \; \;Boxoffice: 337-433-79
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lake Charles Little Theater UID:20181113T1605270Z-583899-414@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181207T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181207T203000 SUMMARY:Lake Charles Little Theater: The Wonderettes DESCRIPTION:The Wonderettes are back! This seasonal celebration finds the g irls entertaining at the annual Harper’s Hardware Holiday Party. When Sant a turns up missing\, the girls use their talent and creative ingenuity to save the holiday party! Featuring great ’60s versions of holiday classics such as “Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town\,” “Jingle Bell Rock\,” “Run\, Rudo lph\, Run\,” and “Winter Wonderland\,” the result is\, of course\, marvelo us! This energetic and glittering holiday package is guaranteed to delight audiences of all ages. Enhance your holiday season with a foot-stomping\, knee slapping\, finger snapping\, hum-along\, uplifting show! Performance s on Nov. 23\, 24\, 25\, 30\, Dec. 01\, 02\, 07\, 08\, 09. Fridays and S aturdays at 7:30 pm Sundays at 2:00 pm Adults: $20 Seniors (65+): $15 Students: $10 Tickets on-line at thelclt.com Boxoffice: 337-4 33-79 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Wonderettes are back! This seasonal cel ebration finds the girls entertaining at the annual Harper&rsquo\;s Hardwa re Holiday Party. When Santa turns up missing\, the girls use their talent and creative ingenuity to save the holiday party! Featuring great &rsquo\ ;60s versions of holiday classics such as &ldquo\;Santa Claus Is Comin&rsq uo\; to Town\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;Jingle Bell Rock\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;Run\, Ru dolph\, Run\,&rdquo\; and &ldquo\;Winter Wonderland\,&rdquo\; the result i s\, of course\, marvelous! This energetic and glittering holiday package i s guaranteed to delight audiences of all ages.
Enhance your holiday s eason with a foot-stomping\, knee slapping\, finger snapping\, hum-along\, uplifting show!

Performances on Nov. 23\, 24\, 25\, 30\, Dec. 01\, 02\, 07\, 08\, 09. \; \;Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm&nbs p\; \; Sundays at 2:00 pm
Adults: $20 \; \; \; Sen iors (65+): $15 \; \; \; Students: $10
Tickets on-line at \;thelclt.com \; \; \;Boxoffice: 337-433-79
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lake Charles Little Theater UID:20181113T1605190Z-583899-413@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181209T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181209T150000 SUMMARY:Lake Charles Little Theater: The Wonderettes DESCRIPTION:The Wonderettes are back! This seasonal celebration finds the g irls entertaining at the annual Harper’s Hardware Holiday Party. When Sant a turns up missing\, the girls use their talent and creative ingenuity to save the holiday party! Featuring great ’60s versions of holiday classics such as “Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town\,” “Jingle Bell Rock\,” “Run\, Rudo lph\, Run\,” and “Winter Wonderland\,” the result is\, of course\, marvelo us! This energetic and glittering holiday package is guaranteed to delight audiences of all ages. Enhance your holiday season with a foot-stomping\, knee slapping\, finger snapping\, hum-along\, uplifting show! Performance s on Nov. 23\, 24\, 25\, 30\, Dec. 01\, 02\, 07\, 08\, 09. Fridays and S aturdays at 7:30 pm Sundays at 2:00 pm Adults: $20 Seniors (65+): $15 Students: $10 Tickets on-line at thelclt.com Boxoffice: 337-4 33-79 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Wonderettes are back! This seasonal cel ebration finds the girls entertaining at the annual Harper&rsquo\;s Hardwa re Holiday Party. When Santa turns up missing\, the girls use their talent and creative ingenuity to save the holiday party! Featuring great &rsquo\ ;60s versions of holiday classics such as &ldquo\;Santa Claus Is Comin&rsq uo\; to Town\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;Jingle Bell Rock\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;Run\, Ru dolph\, Run\,&rdquo\; and &ldquo\;Winter Wonderland\,&rdquo\; the result i s\, of course\, marvelous! This energetic and glittering holiday package i s guaranteed to delight audiences of all ages.
Enhance your holiday s eason with a foot-stomping\, knee slapping\, finger snapping\, hum-along\, uplifting show!

Performances on Nov. 23\, 24\, 25\, 30\, Dec. 01\, 02\, 07\, 08\, 09. \; \;Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm&nbs p\; \; Sundays at 2:00 pm
Adults: $20 \; \; \; Sen iors (65+): $15 \; \; \; Students: $10
Tickets on-line at \;thelclt.com \; \; \;Boxoffice: 337-433-79
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lake Charles Little Theater UID:20181113T1605450Z-583899-415@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190726T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190726T150000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families: See Things Through Their Eyes (Sensory I ntegration) DESCRIPTION:Children with sensory integration dysfunction have great diffic ulty figuring out what is going on inside and outside their bodies\, and t here is no guarentee that the sensory information they are working with is accurate. Guest Speaker: Vonda Flute\, MOT/LOTR X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Children with sensory integration dysfuncti on have great difficulty figuring out what is going on inside and outside their bodies\, and there is no guarentee that the sensory information they are working with is accurate.

Guest Speaker: Vonda Flute\, MOT/LO TR
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Families Helping Families UID:20190717T1816440Z-583899-810@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190329T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190329T223000 SUMMARY:Golden Nugget: Ginuwine DESCRIPTION:R&B singer Ginuwine took the world by storm with his songs “Pon y” and “In Those Jeans” will perform in the Grand Event Center at Golden N ugget Lake Charles on Friday\, March 29 at 8:30 PM. Ginuwine began his car eer as a member of Swing Mob in the early 1990s. Signing as a solo artist in the mid-1990s\, Ginuwine has released multiple multi-platinum and plat inum-selling albums and singles\, becoming one of R&B's top artists during the late 1990s and early 2000s. Tickets go on sale Friday\, January 18\, available online at www.goldennuggetlc.com or by visiting the Golden Nugg et Box Office\, open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 AM to 7 PM with exte nded hours on concert days. Tickets purchased online may be picked up from the Golden Nugget Box Office on the day of the show from 11 AM to 8 PM on ly. All guests must be 21 or older. For a complete list of upcoming perfo rmances and to book your stay at the Golden Nugget Lake Charles\, please v isitwww.goldennuggetlc.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
R&\;B singer Ginuwine took the world by storm with his songs &ldquo\;Pony&rdquo\; and &ldquo\;In Those Jeans&rdquo \; will perform in the Grand Event Center at Golden Nugget Lake Charles on Friday\, March 29 at 8:30 PM. \;Ginuwine began his career as a member of \; Swing Mob in the early 1990s. Signing as a solo artist in the m id-1990s\, Ginuwine has released multiple multi-platinum and platinum-sell ing albums and singles\, becoming one of R&\;B's top artists during the late 1990s and early 2000s. \;

Tickets go on sale Friday\, Ja nuary 18\, available online at \;www.goldennuggetlc.com \;or by visiting the Golden Nugget Box Office\, open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 AM to 7 PM with extended hours on concert days. Tickets purchased online may be picked up from the Golden Nugget Box Office on the day of the show from 1 1 AM to 8 PM only. All guests must be 21 or older. \;

For a co mplete list of upcoming performances and to book your stay at the Golden N ugget Lake Charles\, please visitwww.goldennuggetlc.com.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Golden Nugget UID:20190124T1436410Z-583899-469@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190719T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190719T200000 SUMMARY:National Geographic's 50 Greatest Landscapes Reception DESCRIPTION:Lake Charles visitors will journey to some of the world's most extraordinary locations in the new National Geographic exhibition\, '50 Gr eatest Landscapes.' In this show\, National Geographic transports visitors to the wonders of the world - from underwater vantages to the expansive c ountryside to the most dominating mountain peaks\, and everywhere in betwe en. Organized to showcase the phenomenon of changing seasons\, the images convey the rebirth of spring\, the energy of summer\, the vibrant colors o f fall and the stillness of winter. The exhibition\, inspired by the bo ok 'National Geographic Greatest Landscapes: Stunning Photographs That Ins pire and Astonish\,' illuminates the beauty of our planet through its exqu isite collection of 50 images shot by some of the world's finest photograp hers. With an introduction by National Geographic photographer George Stei nmetz\, best known for his exploration photography and a restless curiosit y for the unknown\, this exhibition captures unimaginable views that allow visitors to escape the walls of the museum and fully immerse themselves i n these remarkable landscapes. In each evocative image\, the photographe rs reveal the landscape while invoking the spirit of the season - from che rry trees blossoming during spring in Japan and tadpoles swimming through a lily pad forest during Vancouver's summer to the Matterhorn's summit aga inst the autumn sky in Switzerland and a skier taking flight in the Austri an Alps during winter. Visitors will leave inspired by the beauty of each landscape's transformation as seasons progress throughout the year. Hist oric City Hall is open Monday through Friday\, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Satur day\, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free. Charlestown Farmers' Market is open on Bilbo Street behind the center every Saturday 8 a.m.-noon. For mor e information\, please call 491-9147 or visit www.cityoflakecharles.com X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Lake Charles visitors will journey to some of the world's most extraordinary locations in the new National G eographic exhibition\, '50 Greatest Landscapes.' In th is show\, National Geographic transports visitors to the wonders of the wo rld - from underwater vantages to the expansive countryside to the most do minating mountain peaks\, and everywhere in between. Organized to showcase the phenomenon of changing seasons\, the images convey the rebirth of spr ing\, the energy of summer\, the vibrant colors of fall and the stillness of winter. \;

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The exhibition\, inspire d by the book 'National Geographic Greatest Landscapes: St unning Photographs That Inspire and Astonish\,' illuminates the beauty of our planet through its exquisite collection of 50 images shot by some of the world's finest photographers. With an introduction by National Geog raphic photographer George Steinmetz\, best known for his exploration phot ography and a restless curiosity for the unknown\, this exhibition capture s unimaginable views that allow visitors to escape the walls of the museum and fully immerse themselves in these remarkable landscapes.

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In each evocative image\, the photographers reveal the landscape while invoking the spirit of the season - from cherry trees blo ssoming during spring in Japan and tadpoles swimming through a lily pad fo rest during Vancouver's summer to the Matterhorn's summit against the autu mn sky in Switzerland and a skier taking flight in the Austrian Alps durin g winter. Visitors will leave inspired by the beauty of each landscape's t ransformation as seasons progress throughout the year.

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Historic City Hall is open Monday through Friday\, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday\, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free. Charlestown Fa rmers' Market is open on Bilbo Street behind the center every Saturday 8 a .m.-noon. For more information\, please call 491-9147 or visit \;www.cityoflakecharles.com

CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center UID:20190717T1839280Z-583899-813@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190723T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190723T190000 SUMMARY:Community Connection Workshops: How Can I Land a Better Job? DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday\, July 10\, the City of Lake Charles hosted a news conference to announce the new Community Connectionworkshop series. Much like the City’s successful Teen Connection series\, launched in October 20 17\, Community Connection is a series of free\, one-hour workshops. The wo rkshops will enhance life skills for adults in Lake Charles and the surrou nding area and are scheduled for July\, August and September. “There has b een much conversation in recent years about the economic boom our area is experiencing\, but one thing we hear quite frequently is that many of our citizens are unsure of how they can benefit and improve their own lives on the heels of this growth\,” said Mayor Nic Hunter. “Community Connection will focus on providing real\, practical information on topics such as lan ding a better job\, gaining financial independence\, leveraging banking an d a good credit score to improve your personal bottom line\, encouraging t he entrepreneurial spirit\, and much more.” Workshops begin on Tuesday\, J uly 23\, and will be held from 6 -7 p.m. The location will alternate betwe en Epps Memorial Library (1320 North Simmons St.) and Huber Recreation Cen ter (2124 14th St.). Attendees will be entered into a raffle to win a bran d-new laptop computer. The schedule is as follows: July 23\, 2019\, Epps M emorial Library: “How Can I Land a Better Job within this Economic Boom? J uly 25\, 2019\, Huber Recreation Center: “How Can I Make More Money by Enh ancing my Skills or Education? Aug 22\, 2019\, Epps Memorial Library: “Usi ng Banking and a Good Credit Score to Put More Money in My Pocket” Septemb er 12\, 2019\, Huber Recreation Center: “Financial Freedom! Through Good B udgeting and Thinking Long Term” September 26\, 2019\, Epps Memorial Libra ry: “I can do This! Ladders are made for Climbing!” Complete details on t he program\, including a full\, printable schedule\, can be found at www.c ityoflakecharles.com/communityconnection. Community Connection is presen ted in partnership with the Calcasieu Paris Public Library\, Southwest Lou isiana Economic Development Alliance\, Project Build a Future\, United Way of Southwest Louisiana\, Hancock Whitney Bank and the Lake Charles Educat ion Collaborative. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
On Wednesday\, July 10\, the City of Lake C harles hosted a news conference to announce the new \;Community Co nnectionworkshop series.

Much like the City&rsquo\;s successf ul \;Teen Connection \;series\, launched in October 2017\ , \;Community Connection \;is a series of free\, one-hour workshops. The workshops will enhance life skills for adults in Lake Char les and the surrounding area and are scheduled for July\, August and Septe mber.

&ldquo\;There has been much conversation in recent years abo ut the economic boom our area is experiencing\, but one thing we hear quit e frequently is that many of our citizens are unsure of how they can benef it and improve their own lives on the heels of this growth\,&rdquo\; said Mayor Nic Hunter. &ldquo\;Community Connection \;will focus o n providing real\, practical information on topics such as landing a bette r job\, gaining financial independence\, leveraging banking and a good cre dit score to improve your personal bottom line\, encouraging the entrepren eurial spirit\, and much more.&rdquo\;

Workshops begin on Tuesday\ , July 23\, and will be held from 6 -7 p.m. The location will alternate be tween Epps Memorial Library (1320 North Simmons St.) and Huber Recreation Center (2124 14^th \;St.). Attendees will be entered into a raffle to win a brand-new laptop computer.

The schedule is as foll ows:

July 23\, 2019\, Epps Memorial Library: \;&ldquo\;How Can I Land a Better Job within this Economic Boom?

< strong>July 25\, 2019\, Huber Recreation Center: \;&ldquo\;Ho w Can I Make More Money by Enhancing my Skills or Education?

Aug 22\, 2019\, Epps Memorial Library: \;&ldquo\;Using Ban king and a Good Credit Score to Put More Money in My Pocket&rdquo\;
< p>September 12\, 2019\, Huber Recreation Center: \;&l dquo\;Financial Freedom! Through Good Budgeting and Thinking Long Term&rdq uo\;

September 26\, 2019\, Epps Memorial Library: \;&ldquo\;I can do This! Ladders are made for Climbing!&rdquo\; \ ;

Complete details on the program\, including a full\, printable s chedule\, can be found at \;www.city oflakecharles.com/communityconnection.

\;

Com munity Connection \;is presented in partnership with the Calcasie u Paris Public Library\, Southwest Louisiana Economic Development Alliance \, Project Build a Future\, United Way of Southwest Louisiana\, Hancock Wh itney Bank and the Lake Charles Education Collaborative.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Epps Memorial Library UID:20190717T1845520Z-583899-816@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190725T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190725T190000 SUMMARY:Community Connection Workshops: How can I make more money by enhanc ing my skills or education? DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday\, July 10\, the City of Lake Charles hosted a news conference to announce the new Community Connectionworkshop series. Much like the City’s successful Teen Connection series\, launched in October 20 17\, Community Connection is a series of free\, one-hour workshops. The wo rkshops will enhance life skills for adults in Lake Charles and the surrou nding area and are scheduled for July\, August and September. “There has b een much conversation in recent years about the economic boom our area is experiencing\, but one thing we hear quite frequently is that many of our citizens are unsure of how they can benefit and improve their own lives on the heels of this growth\,” said Mayor Nic Hunter. “Community Connection will focus on providing real\, practical information on topics such as lan ding a better job\, gaining financial independence\, leveraging banking an d a good credit score to improve your personal bottom line\, encouraging t he entrepreneurial spirit\, and much more.” Workshops begin on Tuesday\, J uly 23\, and will be held from 6 -7 p.m. The location will alternate betwe en Epps Memorial Library (1320 North Simmons St.) and Huber Recreation Cen ter (2124 14th St.). Attendees will be entered into a raffle to win a bran d-new laptop computer. The schedule is as follows: July 23\, 2019\, Epps M emorial Library: “How Can I Land a Better Job within this Economic Boom? J uly 25\, 2019\, Huber Recreation Center: “How Can I Make More Money by Enh ancing my Skills or Education? Aug 22\, 2019\, Epps Memorial Library: “Usi ng Banking and a Good Credit Score to Put More Money in My Pocket” Septemb er 12\, 2019\, Huber Recreation Center: “Financial Freedom! Through Good B udgeting and Thinking Long Term” September 26\, 2019\, Epps Memorial Libra ry: “I can do This! Ladders are made for Climbing!” Complete details on t he program\, including a full\, printable schedule\, can be found at www.c ityoflakecharles.com/communityconnection. Community Connection is presen ted in partnership with the Calcasieu Paris Public Library\, Southwest Lou isiana Economic Development Alliance\, Project Build a Future\, United Way of Southwest Louisiana\, Hancock Whitney Bank and the Lake Charles Educat ion Collaborative. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
On Wednesday\, July 10\, the City of Lake C harles hosted a news conference to announce the new \;Community Co nnectionworkshop series.

Much like the City&rsquo\;s successf ul \;Teen Connection \;series\, launched in October 2017\ , \;Community Connection \;is a series of free\, one-hour workshops. The workshops will enhance life skills for adults in Lake Char les and the surrounding area and are scheduled for July\, August and Septe mber.

&ldquo\;There has been much conversation in recent years abo ut the economic boom our area is experiencing\, but one thing we hear quit e frequently is that many of our citizens are unsure of how they can benef it and improve their own lives on the heels of this growth\,&rdquo\; said Mayor Nic Hunter. &ldquo\;Community Connection \;will focus o n providing real\, practical information on topics such as landing a bette r job\, gaining financial independence\, leveraging banking and a good cre dit score to improve your personal bottom line\, encouraging the entrepren eurial spirit\, and much more.&rdquo\;

Workshops begin on Tuesday\ , July 23\, and will be held from 6 -7 p.m. The location will alternate be tween Epps Memorial Library (1320 North Simmons St.) and Huber Recreation Center (2124 14^th \;St.). Attendees will be entered into a raffle to win a brand-new laptop computer.

The schedule is as foll ows:

July 23\, 2019\, Epps Memorial Library: \;&ldquo\;How Can I Land a Better Job within this Economic Boom?

< strong>July 25\, 2019\, Huber Recreation Center: \;&ldquo\;Ho w Can I Make More Money by Enhancing my Skills or Education?

Aug 22\, 2019\, Epps Memorial Library: \;&ldquo\;Using Ban king and a Good Credit Score to Put More Money in My Pocket&rdquo\;
< p>September 12\, 2019\, Huber Recreation Center: \;&l dquo\;Financial Freedom! Through Good Budgeting and Thinking Long Term&rdq uo\;

September 26\, 2019\, Epps Memorial Library: \;&ldquo\;I can do This! Ladders are made for Climbing!&rdquo\; \ ;

Complete details on the program\, including a full\, printable s chedule\, can be found at \;www.city oflakecharles.com/communityconnection.

\;

Com munity Connection \;is presented in partnership with the Calcasie u Paris Public Library\, Southwest Louisiana Economic Development Alliance \, Project Build a Future\, United Way of Southwest Louisiana\, Hancock Wh itney Bank and the Lake Charles Education Collaborative.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Huber Recreation Center UID:20190717T1846450Z-583899-817@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190822T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190822T190000 SUMMARY:Community Connection Workshops: Using Banking & A Good Credit Score to Put More Money in my Pocket DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday\, July 10\, the City of Lake Charles hosted a news conference to announce the new Community Connectionworkshop series. Much like the City’s successful Teen Connection series\, launched in October 20 17\, Community Connection is a series of free\, one-hour workshops. The wo rkshops will enhance life skills for adults in Lake Charles and the surrou nding area and are scheduled for July\, August and September. “There has b een much conversation in recent years about the economic boom our area is experiencing\, but one thing we hear quite frequently is that many of our citizens are unsure of how they can benefit and improve their own lives on the heels of this growth\,” said Mayor Nic Hunter. “Community Connection will focus on providing real\, practical information on topics such as lan ding a better job\, gaining financial independence\, leveraging banking an d a good credit score to improve your personal bottom line\, encouraging t he entrepreneurial spirit\, and much more.” Workshops begin on Tuesday\, J uly 23\, and will be held from 6 -7 p.m. The location will alternate betwe en Epps Memorial Library (1320 North Simmons St.) and Huber Recreation Cen ter (2124 14th St.). Attendees will be entered into a raffle to win a bran d-new laptop computer. The schedule is as follows: July 23\, 2019\, Epps M emorial Library: “How Can I Land a Better Job within this Economic Boom? J uly 25\, 2019\, Huber Recreation Center: “How Can I Make More Money by Enh ancing my Skills or Education? Aug 22\, 2019\, Epps Memorial Library: “Usi ng Banking and a Good Credit Score to Put More Money in My Pocket” Septemb er 12\, 2019\, Huber Recreation Center: “Financial Freedom! Through Good B udgeting and Thinking Long Term” September 26\, 2019\, Epps Memorial Libra ry: “I can do This! Ladders are made for Climbing!” Complete details on t he program\, including a full\, printable schedule\, can be found at www.c ityoflakecharles.com/communityconnection. Community Connection is presen ted in partnership with the Calcasieu Paris Public Library\, Southwest Lou isiana Economic Development Alliance\, Project Build a Future\, United Way of Southwest Louisiana\, Hancock Whitney Bank and the Lake Charles Educat ion Collaborative. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
On Wednesday\, July 10\, the City of Lake C harles hosted a news conference to announce the new \;Community Co nnectionworkshop series.

Much like the City&rsquo\;s successf ul \;Teen Connection \;series\, launched in October 2017\ , \;Community Connection \;is a series of free\, one-hour workshops. The workshops will enhance life skills for adults in Lake Char les and the surrounding area and are scheduled for July\, August and Septe mber.

&ldquo\;There has been much conversation in recent years abo ut the economic boom our area is experiencing\, but one thing we hear quit e frequently is that many of our citizens are unsure of how they can benef it and improve their own lives on the heels of this growth\,&rdquo\; said Mayor Nic Hunter. &ldquo\;Community Connection \;will focus o n providing real\, practical information on topics such as landing a bette r job\, gaining financial independence\, leveraging banking and a good cre dit score to improve your personal bottom line\, encouraging the entrepren eurial spirit\, and much more.&rdquo\;

Workshops begin on Tuesday\ , July 23\, and will be held from 6 -7 p.m. The location will alternate be tween Epps Memorial Library (1320 North Simmons St.) and Huber Recreation Center (2124 14^th \;St.). Attendees will be entered into a raffle to win a brand-new laptop computer.

The schedule is as foll ows:

July 23\, 2019\, Epps Memorial Library: \;&ldquo\;How Can I Land a Better Job within this Economic Boom?

< strong>July 25\, 2019\, Huber Recreation Center: \;&ldquo\;Ho w Can I Make More Money by Enhancing my Skills or Education?

Aug 22\, 2019\, Epps Memorial Library: \;&ldquo\;Using Ban king and a Good Credit Score to Put More Money in My Pocket&rdquo\;
< p>September 12\, 2019\, Huber Recreation Center: \;&l dquo\;Financial Freedom! Through Good Budgeting and Thinking Long Term&rdq uo\;

September 26\, 2019\, Epps Memorial Library: \;&ldquo\;I can do This! Ladders are made for Climbing!&rdquo\; \ ;

Complete details on the program\, including a full\, printable s chedule\, can be found at \;www.city oflakecharles.com/communityconnection.

\;

Com munity Connection \;is presented in partnership with the Calcasie u Paris Public Library\, Southwest Louisiana Economic Development Alliance \, Project Build a Future\, United Way of Southwest Louisiana\, Hancock Wh itney Bank and the Lake Charles Education Collaborative.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Epps Memorial Library UID:20190717T1847420Z-583899-818@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190912T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190912T190000 SUMMARY:Community Connection Workshops: Financial Freedom! Through Good Bud geting & Thinking Long Term DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday\, July 10\, the City of Lake Charles hosted a news conference to announce the new Community Connectionworkshop series. Much like the City’s successful Teen Connection series\, launched in October 20 17\, Community Connection is a series of free\, one-hour workshops. The wo rkshops will enhance life skills for adults in Lake Charles and the surrou nding area and are scheduled for July\, August and September. “There has b een much conversation in recent years about the economic boom our area is experiencing\, but one thing we hear quite frequently is that many of our citizens are unsure of how they can benefit and improve their own lives on the heels of this growth\,” said Mayor Nic Hunter. “Community Connection will focus on providing real\, practical information on topics such as lan ding a better job\, gaining financial independence\, leveraging banking an d a good credit score to improve your personal bottom line\, encouraging t he entrepreneurial spirit\, and much more.” Workshops begin on Tuesday\, J uly 23\, and will be held from 6 -7 p.m. The location will alternate betwe en Epps Memorial Library (1320 North Simmons St.) and Huber Recreation Cen ter (2124 14th St.). Attendees will be entered into a raffle to win a bran d-new laptop computer. The schedule is as follows: July 23\, 2019\, Epps M emorial Library: “How Can I Land a Better Job within this Economic Boom? J uly 25\, 2019\, Huber Recreation Center: “How Can I Make More Money by Enh ancing my Skills or Education? Aug 22\, 2019\, Epps Memorial Library: “Usi ng Banking and a Good Credit Score to Put More Money in My Pocket” Septemb er 12\, 2019\, Huber Recreation Center: “Financial Freedom! Through Good B udgeting and Thinking Long Term” September 26\, 2019\, Epps Memorial Libra ry: “I can do This! Ladders are made for Climbing!” Complete details on t he program\, including a full\, printable schedule\, can be found at www.c ityoflakecharles.com/communityconnection. Community Connection is presen ted in partnership with the Calcasieu Paris Public Library\, Southwest Lou isiana Economic Development Alliance\, Project Build a Future\, United Way of Southwest Louisiana\, Hancock Whitney Bank and the Lake Charles Educat ion Collaborative. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
On Wednesday\, July 10\, the City of Lake C harles hosted a news conference to announce the new \;Community Co nnectionworkshop series.

Much like the City&rsquo\;s successf ul \;Teen Connection \;series\, launched in October 2017\ , \;Community Connection \;is a series of free\, one-hour workshops. The workshops will enhance life skills for adults in Lake Char les and the surrounding area and are scheduled for July\, August and Septe mber.

&ldquo\;There has been much conversation in recent years abo ut the economic boom our area is experiencing\, but one thing we hear quit e frequently is that many of our citizens are unsure of how they can benef it and improve their own lives on the heels of this growth\,&rdquo\; said Mayor Nic Hunter. &ldquo\;Community Connection \;will focus o n providing real\, practical information on topics such as landing a bette r job\, gaining financial independence\, leveraging banking and a good cre dit score to improve your personal bottom line\, encouraging the entrepren eurial spirit\, and much more.&rdquo\;

Workshops begin on Tuesday\ , July 23\, and will be held from 6 -7 p.m. The location will alternate be tween Epps Memorial Library (1320 North Simmons St.) and Huber Recreation Center (2124 14^th \;St.). Attendees will be entered into a raffle to win a brand-new laptop computer.

The schedule is as foll ows:

July 23\, 2019\, Epps Memorial Library: \;&ldquo\;How Can I Land a Better Job within this Economic Boom?

< strong>July 25\, 2019\, Huber Recreation Center: \;&ldquo\;Ho w Can I Make More Money by Enhancing my Skills or Education?

Aug 22\, 2019\, Epps Memorial Library: \;&ldquo\;Using Ban king and a Good Credit Score to Put More Money in My Pocket&rdquo\;
< p>September 12\, 2019\, Huber Recreation Center: \;&l dquo\;Financial Freedom! Through Good Budgeting and Thinking Long Term&rdq uo\;

September 26\, 2019\, Epps Memorial Library: \;&ldquo\;I can do This! Ladders are made for Climbing!&rdquo\; \ ;

Complete details on the program\, including a full\, printable s chedule\, can be found at \;www.city oflakecharles.com/communityconnection.

\;

Com munity Connection \;is presented in partnership with the Calcasie u Paris Public Library\, Southwest Louisiana Economic Development Alliance \, Project Build a Future\, United Way of Southwest Louisiana\, Hancock Wh itney Bank and the Lake Charles Education Collaborative.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Huber Recreation Center UID:20190717T1850150Z-583899-819@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190926T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190926T190000 SUMMARY:Community Connection Workshops: I can do this! Ladders are made for Climbing! DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday\, July 10\, the City of Lake Charles hosted a news conference to announce the new Community Connectionworkshop series. Much like the City’s successful Teen Connection series\, launched in October 20 17\, Community Connection is a series of free\, one-hour workshops. The wo rkshops will enhance life skills for adults in Lake Charles and the surrou nding area and are scheduled for July\, August and September. “There has b een much conversation in recent years about the economic boom our area is experiencing\, but one thing we hear quite frequently is that many of our citizens are unsure of how they can benefit and improve their own lives on the heels of this growth\,” said Mayor Nic Hunter. “Community Connection will focus on providing real\, practical information on topics such as lan ding a better job\, gaining financial independence\, leveraging banking an d a good credit score to improve your personal bottom line\, encouraging t he entrepreneurial spirit\, and much more.” Workshops begin on Tuesday\, J uly 23\, and will be held from 6 -7 p.m. The location will alternate betwe en Epps Memorial Library (1320 North Simmons St.) and Huber Recreation Cen ter (2124 14th St.). Attendees will be entered into a raffle to win a bran d-new laptop computer. The schedule is as follows: July 23\, 2019\, Epps M emorial Library: “How Can I Land a Better Job within this Economic Boom? J uly 25\, 2019\, Huber Recreation Center: “How Can I Make More Money by Enh ancing my Skills or Education? Aug 22\, 2019\, Epps Memorial Library: “Usi ng Banking and a Good Credit Score to Put More Money in My Pocket” Septemb er 12\, 2019\, Huber Recreation Center: “Financial Freedom! Through Good B udgeting and Thinking Long Term” September 26\, 2019\, Epps Memorial Libra ry: “I can do This! Ladders are made for Climbing!” Complete details on t he program\, including a full\, printable schedule\, can be found at www.c ityoflakecharles.com/communityconnection. Community Connection is presen ted in partnership with the Calcasieu Paris Public Library\, Southwest Lou isiana Economic Development Alliance\, Project Build a Future\, United Way of Southwest Louisiana\, Hancock Whitney Bank and the Lake Charles Educat ion Collaborative. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
On Wednesday\, July 10\, the City of Lake C harles hosted a news conference to announce the new \;Community Co nnectionworkshop series.

Much like the City&rsquo\;s successf ul \;Teen Connection \;series\, launched in October 2017\ , \;Community Connection \;is a series of free\, one-hour workshops. The workshops will enhance life skills for adults in Lake Char les and the surrounding area and are scheduled for July\, August and Septe mber.

&ldquo\;There has been much conversation in recent years abo ut the economic boom our area is experiencing\, but one thing we hear quit e frequently is that many of our citizens are unsure of how they can benef it and improve their own lives on the heels of this growth\,&rdquo\; said Mayor Nic Hunter. &ldquo\;Community Connection \;will focus o n providing real\, practical information on topics such as landing a bette r job\, gaining financial independence\, leveraging banking and a good cre dit score to improve your personal bottom line\, encouraging the entrepren eurial spirit\, and much more.&rdquo\;

Workshops begin on Tuesday\ , July 23\, and will be held from 6 -7 p.m. The location will alternate be tween Epps Memorial Library (1320 North Simmons St.) and Huber Recreation Center (2124 14^th \;St.). Attendees will be entered into a raffle to win a brand-new laptop computer.

The schedule is as foll ows:

July 23\, 2019\, Epps Memorial Library: \;&ldquo\;How Can I Land a Better Job within this Economic Boom?

< strong>July 25\, 2019\, Huber Recreation Center: \;&ldquo\;Ho w Can I Make More Money by Enhancing my Skills or Education?

Aug 22\, 2019\, Epps Memorial Library: \;&ldquo\;Using Ban king and a Good Credit Score to Put More Money in My Pocket&rdquo\;
< p>September 12\, 2019\, Huber Recreation Center: \;&l dquo\;Financial Freedom! Through Good Budgeting and Thinking Long Term&rdq uo\;

September 26\, 2019\, Epps Memorial Library: \;&ldquo\;I can do This! Ladders are made for Climbing!&rdquo\; \ ;

Complete details on the program\, including a full\, printable s chedule\, can be found at \;www.city oflakecharles.com/communityconnection.

\;

Com munity Connection \;is presented in partnership with the Calcasie u Paris Public Library\, Southwest Louisiana Economic Development Alliance \, Project Build a Future\, United Way of Southwest Louisiana\, Hancock Wh itney Bank and the Lake Charles Education Collaborative.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Epps Memorial Library UID:20190717T1849070Z-583899-820@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200217T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200217T200000 SUMMARY:Louisiana Contractors Accreditation Institute General Contractors S eminar DESCRIPTION:The Louisiana Contractors Accreditation Institute\, a partnersh ip between Louisiana Economic Development\, Louisiana Community & Technica l College System and the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors o ffers seminars and courses to small and emerging construction businesses t hat assist in building a solid foundation of knowledge within the construc tion industry. The Louisiana Contractors Accreditation Institute (LCAI) Ge neral Contractors Seminar provides foundational technical knowledge that i s essential to a general contractor in order to sustain a business within the construction industry. Ten week course\, with two hour sessions twice a week Taught by industry leaders Offered via interactive distance learnin g to multiple locations throughout the State All information and materials disseminated during the LCAI General Contractors Seminar will be focused on commercial construction. Commercial Construction topics covered include but are not limited to: Print Reading Building Calculations Site Work\, D emolition\, and Construction Foundations\, Formwork\, and Retaining Walls Interior Finishes and Exterior Finishes Roofs and Roof Structures Structur al Loads Concrete and Masonry Steel Construction Fire Protection Systems R elated Trades Types of Construction and Special Construction Special Equip ment Safety Codes Click here for more information or to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Louisiana Contractors Accreditation Ins titute\, a partnership between Louisiana Economic Development\, Louisiana Community &\; Technical College System and the Louisiana State Licensin g Board for Contractors offers seminars and courses to small and emerging construction businesses that assist in building a solid foundation of know ledge within the construction industry.

The Louisiana Contractors Accreditation Institute (LCAI) General Contractors Seminar provides founda tional technical knowledge that is essential to a general contractor in or der to sustain a business within the construction industry.

Ten week course\, with two hour sessions twice a week

Taught by industry leaders

Offered via interactive distance learning to m ultiple locations throughout the State

All information and mater ials disseminated during the LCAI General Contractors Seminar will be focu sed on commercial construction.

Commercial Construction topics c overed include but are not limited to:

Print Reading

Building Calculations

Site Work\, Demolition\, and Construction< /li>
Foundations\, Formwork\, and Retaining Walls

Interior Finishes and Exterior Finishes

Roofs and Roof Structures
< li>Structural Loads
Concrete and Masonry

Steel Constru ction

Fire Protection Systems

Related Trades

Types of Construction and Special Construction

Special Equipmen t

Safety Codes

Click here for more information or to register.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:SOWELA UID:20200203T2223120Z-583899-1054@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191105T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191105T183000 SUMMARY:Global Language of Headwear DESCRIPTION:“The Global Language of Headwear: Cultural Identity\, Rites of Passage\, and Spirituality” presents 89 hats and headdresses carefully sel ected from a private collection of more than 1\,300 extraordinary pieces o f international headwear. This exhibition will open on Tuesday\, November 5 at Historic City Hall in its first stop on a four-year national tour. A free public reception is planned for November 5 from 5:30 to 8 p.m.   The show features hats from 42 countries across Asia\, Africa\, Europe\, the M iddle East\, and North and South America\, and is a tribute to the stunnin g diversity of the world’s cultures. With a few exceptions\, the pieces ar e from the mid-to-late 20th century\, and many are still worn today in par ts of the world for revelry\, ritual\, and the rhythms of everyday life. M ore than utilitarian objects of material culture\, each hat is a unique wo rk of art—not merely because of the skill required to make it\, but also a s a singular expression of creativity and cultural meaning. “The Global La nguage of Headwear” is organized into five thematic sections: Cultural Ide ntity\; Power\; Prestige and Status\; Ceremonies and Celebrations\; Spirit ual Beliefs\; and Protection. Hats and headdresses communicate timeless id eas—not only of beauty\, but also of what it means to be human. The exhibi tion will be on view until December 31. While visiting the center\, don’t miss “Louisiana Illustrators\,” an exhibit that includes 100 illustration s from children’s books published in Lake Charles by Ally-Gator Book Bites \, an independent publishing company owned by Tommie Townsley. Featured ar tists include Candice Alexander\, Mickey Asche\, Robbie Austin\, Tim Banfe ll\, David Bertrand\, Erin Casteel\, Lydia Crochet\, Anne Dentler\, Mary B eth Hebert\, Gregory LeBlanc\, Beatriz McDonald\, Kathern Peal\, Mickey Sm ith\, Jr.\, Rebecca Stelly and Paula Windham. Historic City Hall is open Monday through Friday\, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday\, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free. Charlestown Farmers’ Market is open on Bilbo Street be hind the center every Saturday 8 a.m. to noon. For more information\, plea se call 491-9147 or visit www.cityoflakecharles.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
&ldquo\;The Global Language of Headwear: Cu ltural Identity\, Rites of Passage\, and Spirituality&rdquo\; presents 89 hats and headdresses carefully selected from a private collection of more than 1\,300 extraordinary pieces of international headwear. This exhibitio n will open on Tuesday\, November 5 at Historic City Hall in its first sto p on a four-year national tour. A free public reception is planned for Nov ember 5 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. \; \;

The show features hats f rom 42 countries across Asia\, Africa\, Europe\, the Middle East\, and Nor th and South America\, and is a tribute to the stunning diversity of the w orld&rsquo\;s cultures. With a few exceptions\, the pieces are from the mi d-to-late 20th century\, and many are still worn today in parts of the wor ld for revelry\, ritual\, and the rhythms of everyday life. More than util itarian objects of material culture\, each hat is a unique work of art&mda sh\;not merely because of the skill required to make it\, but also as a si ngular expression of creativity and cultural meaning. &ldquo\;The Global L anguage of Headwear&rdquo\; is organized into five thematic sections: Cult ural Identity\; Power\; Prestige and Status\; Ceremonies and Celebrations\ ; Spiritual Beliefs\; and Protection. Hats and headdresses communicate tim eless ideas&mdash\;not only of beauty\, but also of what it means to be hu man. The exhibition will be on view until December 31. \;

Whil e visiting the center\, don&rsquo\;t miss &ldquo\;Louisiana Illustrators\, &rdquo\; an exhibit \;that includes 100 illustrations from children&rs quo\;s books published in Lake Charles by Ally-Gator Book Bites\, an indep endent publishing company owned by Tommie Townsley. Featured artists inclu de Candice Alexander\, Mickey Asche\, Robbie Austin\, Tim Banfell\, David Bertrand\, Erin Casteel\, Lydia Crochet\, Anne Dentler\, Mary Beth Hebert\ , Gregory LeBlanc\, Beatriz McDonald\, Kathern Peal\, Mickey Smith\, Jr.\, Rebecca Stelly and Paula Windham. \;

Historic City Hall is op en Monday through Friday\, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday\, 10 a.m. to 2 p .m. Admission is free. Charlestown Farmers&rsquo\; Market is open on Bilbo Street behind the center every Saturday 8 a.m. to noon. For more informat ion\, please call 491-9147 or visit \;www.cityoflakecharles.com.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center UID:20191101T1430560Z-583899-966@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200114T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200114T183000 SUMMARY:Asset Builders of SWLA to Help More Residents\, Business Owners DESCRIPTION:Asset Builders of Southwest Louisiana is known for helping resi dents in the five-parish area with low-to-moderate incomes to save to buy homes. Through its Business Capitalization Program\, Asset Builders has al so helped dozens of existing business owners capitalize on their investmen ts. Asset Builders is opening both programs to accept new clients. An orie ntation for both programs is being held from 5 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Tuesday\, Ja n. 14\, at United Way of Southwest Louisiana\, 815 Ryan St.\, Lake Charles . The orientation will cover information such as eligibility criteria\, ho w the programs can facilitate earning money to invest in a home or existin g business\, eligible uses of the grant funds\, and required course work. A partnership of the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury’s Human Services Departm ent\, Project Build a Future\, the Southwest Louisiana Economic Developmen t Alliance and the Louisiana Small Business Development Center at McNeese State University\, Asset Builders’ programs are partially funded through t he Calcasieu Parish Public Trust Authority and other local agencies. Match es are handled through Individual Development Accounts (IDAs) run by Asset Builders of Southwest Louisiana\, along with a partnering bank. Partnerin g financial institutions include the Southwest Louisiana Credit Union\, JD Bank\, and First Federal Bank of Louisiana. Recent improvements to the pr ogram will make it accessible to even more people within the community\, m aking this resource available to those who may not have been eligible befo re. Due to the new eligibility criteria\, Polite strongly encourages every one who is interested to apply for the program. Those eligible for the hom e ownership program are residents in the five-parish area who meet the fol lowing criteria: They must have an adjusted gross income not in excess of 125 percent of the area median income\, the ability to attend all required classes\, be able to commit to participate in homeownership counseling\, and the ability to make monthly deposits into their IDA. Those eligible fo r the Business Capitalization Program are business owners in the five-pari sh area who meet the following criteria: They must be at least one year ac tive in business\, have an adjusted gross income not in excess of 125 perc ent of the area median income\, have a business banking account\, EIN\, Sc hedule C (if applicable)\, occupational license (if required by their loca l government) and they must attend a series of CORE Four Training classes. They must also work with program staff to ensure that they have an approv ed business plan and have the ability to make monthly deposits into their IDA. Residents who are not able to attend the Jan. 14 orientation\, but ar e still interested in applying for either program\, can pick up an applica tion at Project Build A Future\, 2306 Third St.in Lake Charles\, or contac t Christian Thomas (business owners) or Alyssa Hebert (homeownership parti cipants) at 337-439-7191 or via email at christiant@projectbuildafuture.or g or alyssah@projectbuildafuture.org. Applications will be processed in th e order they are received. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Asset Builders of Southwest Louisiana is kn own for helping residents in the five-parish area with low-to-moderate inc omes to save to buy homes. Through its Business Capitalization Program\, A sset Builders has also helped dozens of existing business owners capitaliz e on their investments.

Asset Builders is opening both programs to accept new clients. An orientation for both programs is being held from 5 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Tuesday\, Jan. 14\, at United Way of Southwest Louisiana\, 815 Ryan St.\, Lake Charles. The orientation will cover information such as eligibility criteria\, \;how the programs can facilitate earning mo ney to invest in a home or existing business\, \;eligible uses of the grant funds\, and required course work.

A \;p artnership of the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury&rsquo\;s Human Services Dep artment\, Project Build a Future\, the Southwest Louisiana Economic Develo pment Alliance and the Louisiana Small Business Development Center at McNe ese State University\, Asset Builders&rsquo\; programs are partially funde d through the Calcasieu Parish Public Trust Authority and other local agen cies. Matches are handled through Individual Development Accounts (IDAs) r un by Asset Builders of Southwest Louisiana\, along with a partnering bank . Partnering financial institutions include the Southwest Louisiana Credit Union\, JD Bank\, and First Federal Bank of Louisiana.

Recent imp rovements to the program will make it accessible to even more people withi n the community\, making this resource available to those who may not have been eligible before. Due to the new eligibility criteria\, Polite strong ly encourages everyone who is interested to apply for the program.

Those eligible for the home ownership program are residents in the five-p arish area who meet the following criteria: \;They must have an adjust ed gross income not in excess of 125 percent of the area median income\, t he ability to attend all required classes\, be able to commit to participa te in homeownership counseling\, and the ability to make monthly deposits into their IDA.

Those eligible for the Business Capitalization Pro gram are business owners in the five-parish area who meet the following cr iteria: They must be at least one year active in business\, have an adjust ed gross income not in excess of 125 percent of the area median income\, h ave a business banking account\, EIN\, Schedule C (if applicable)\, occupa tional license (if required by their local government) and they must atten d a series of CORE Four Training classes. They must also work with program staff to ensure that they have an approved business plan and have the abi lity to make monthly deposits into their IDA.

Residents who are no t able to attend the Jan. 14 orientation\, but are still interested in app lying for either program\, can pick up an application at \;Project Bui ld A Future\, 2306 Third St.in Lake Charles\, or contact Christian Thomas (business owners) or Alyssa Hebert (homeownership participants) at 337-439 -7191 or via email at \;christiant@projectbuildafuture.org \;or \;alyssah@projectbuildafuture.org.&nb sp\;Applications will be processed in the order they are received.
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:United Way UID:20200109T1848390Z-583899-1036@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200114T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200114T183000 SUMMARY:Asset Builders of SWLA to Help More Residents\, Business Owners DESCRIPTION:Asset Builders of Southwest Louisiana is known for helping resi dents in the five-parish area with low-to-moderate incomes to save to buy homes. Through its Business Capitalization Program\, Asset Builders has al so helped dozens of existing business owners capitalize on their investmen ts. Asset Builders is opening both programs to accept new clients. An orie ntation for both programs is being held from 5 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Tuesday\, Ja n. 14\, at United Way of Southwest Louisiana\, 815 Ryan St.\, Lake Charles . The orientation will cover information such as eligibility criteria\, ho w the programs can facilitate earning money to invest in a home or existin g business\, eligible uses of the grant funds\, and required course work. A partnership of the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury’s Human Services Departm ent\, Project Build a Future\, the Southwest Louisiana Economic Developmen t Alliance and the Louisiana Small Business Development Center at McNeese State University\, Asset Builders’ programs are partially funded through t he Calcasieu Parish Public Trust Authority and other local agencies. Match es are handled through Individual Development Accounts (IDAs) run by Asset Builders of Southwest Louisiana\, along with a partnering bank. Partnerin g financial institutions include the Southwest Louisiana Credit Union\, JD Bank\, and First Federal Bank of Louisiana. Recent improvements to the pr ogram will make it accessible to even more people within the community\, m aking this resource available to those who may not have been eligible befo re. Due to the new eligibility criteria\, Polite strongly encourages every one who is interested to apply for the program. Those eligible for the hom e ownership program are residents in the five-parish area who meet the fol lowing criteria: They must have an adjusted gross income not in excess of 125 percent of the area median income\, the ability to attend all required classes\, be able to commit to participate in homeownership counseling\, and the ability to make monthly deposits into their IDA. Those eligible fo r the Business Capitalization Program are business owners in the five-pari sh area who meet the following criteria: They must be at least one year ac tive in business\, have an adjusted gross income not in excess of 125 perc ent of the area median income\, have a business banking account\, EIN\, Sc hedule C (if applicable)\, occupational license (if required by their loca l government) and they must attend a series of CORE Four Training classes. They must also work with program staff to ensure that they have an approv ed business plan and have the ability to make monthly deposits into their IDA. Residents who are not able to attend the Jan. 14 orientation\, but ar e still interested in applying for either program\, can pick up an applica tion at Project Build A Future\, 2306 Third St.in Lake Charles\, or contac t Christian Thomas (business owners) or Alyssa Hebert (homeownership parti cipants) at 337-439-7191 or via email at christiant@projectbuildafuture.or g or alyssah@projectbuildafuture.org. Applications will be processed in th e order they are received. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Asset Builders of Southwest Louisiana is kn own for helping residents in the five-parish area with low-to-moderate inc omes to save to buy homes. Through its Business Capitalization Program\, A sset Builders has also helped dozens of existing business owners capitaliz e on their investments.

Asset Builders is opening both programs to accept new clients. An orientation for both programs is being held from 5 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Tuesday\, Jan. 14\, at United Way of Southwest Louisiana\, 815 Ryan St.\, Lake Charles. The orientation will cover information such as eligibility criteria\, \;how the programs can facilitate earning mo ney to invest in a home or existing business\, \;eligible uses of the grant funds\, and required course work.

A \;p artnership of the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury&rsquo\;s Human Services Dep artment\, Project Build a Future\, the Southwest Louisiana Economic Develo pment Alliance and the Louisiana Small Business Development Center at McNe ese State University\, Asset Builders&rsquo\; programs are partially funde d through the Calcasieu Parish Public Trust Authority and other local agen cies. Matches are handled through Individual Development Accounts (IDAs) r un by Asset Builders of Southwest Louisiana\, along with a partnering bank . Partnering financial institutions include the Southwest Louisiana Credit Union\, JD Bank\, and First Federal Bank of Louisiana.

Recent imp rovements to the program will make it accessible to even more people withi n the community\, making this resource available to those who may not have been eligible before. Due to the new eligibility criteria\, Polite strong ly encourages everyone who is interested to apply for the program.

Those eligible for the home ownership program are residents in the five-p arish area who meet the following criteria: \;They must have an adjust ed gross income not in excess of 125 percent of the area median income\, t he ability to attend all required classes\, be able to commit to participa te in homeownership counseling\, and the ability to make monthly deposits into their IDA.

Those eligible for the Business Capitalization Pro gram are business owners in the five-parish area who meet the following cr iteria: They must be at least one year active in business\, have an adjust ed gross income not in excess of 125 percent of the area median income\, h ave a business banking account\, EIN\, Schedule C (if applicable)\, occupa tional license (if required by their local government) and they must atten d a series of CORE Four Training classes. They must also work with program staff to ensure that they have an approved business plan and have the abi lity to make monthly deposits into their IDA.

Residents who are no t able to attend the Jan. 14 orientation\, but are still interested in app lying for either program\, can pick up an application at \;Project Bui ld A Future\, 2306 Third St.in Lake Charles\, or contact Christian Thomas (business owners) or Alyssa Hebert (homeownership participants) at 337-439 -7191 or via email at \;christiant@projectbuildafuture.org \;or \;alyssah@projectbuildafuture.org.&nb sp\;Applications will be processed in the order they are received.
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:United Way UID:20200109T1848390Z-583899-1036@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200121T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200121T190000 SUMMARY:McNeese STEM Academy - Winter Session DESCRIPTION:The McNeese STEM Academy will be offering a STEM Academy After School Program for children in grades 1-8 beginning January 21. These will be once a week for an hour and a half for a total of 11 weeks. Students w ill focus on innovation and creativity through 'do-it-with-others' project s integrating the content and skills of Science\, Technology\, Engineering and Mathematics. Please click on the link below for the grade your child is in now. Grades 1-2 Grades 3-5 Grades 6-8 Feel free to contact ladonna @mcneese.edu or by phone (o)337-562-4137 or (c)337-802-5543 with any quest ions or concerns. Thanking our Sponsors: Sasol\, Phillips66\, KPLC\, Hoffo ss Devall\, Suddenlink\, and Lotte Chemical! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The \;McNeese STEM Acad emy \;will be offering a \;STEM Academy After Sch ool Program \;for children in grades 1-8 beginning January 21 . These will be once a week for an hour and a half for a total of 11 weeks . Students will focus on innovation and creativity through 'do-it-with-oth ers' projects integrating the content and skills of Science\, Technology\, Engineering and Mathematics.

Please click on the link below fo r the grade your child is in now.
\;

Grades 1-2 Grades 3-5 Grades 6-8

Feel free to contact ladonna@mcneese.edu \;or by phone (o)337-562-4137 o r (c)337-802-5543 with any questions or concerns.

Thanking our Sponsors: Sasol\, Phillips66\, KPLC\, Hoffoss Devall\, Suddenlink\, and Lo tte Chemical!
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20200110T1442280Z-583899-1040@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190916T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190916T113000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Toddler Play & Homeschool Day DESCRIPTION:'Join us in Baby Bayou from 10-11:30 a.m. to play and explore w ith your 1-3 year old. If you are homeschooling\, join us from 10 a.m.-2 p .m. for a chance to interact with others doing the same. We will have spec ial activities in our STEM Tinker Lab. Admission is $6.50 per person for h omeschooling families.' X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
'Join us in Baby Bayou from 10-11:30 a.m. t o play and explore with your 1-3 year old. \;If you are homeschooling\ , join us from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. for a chance to interact with others doing t he same. We will have special activities in our STEM Tinker Lab. Admission is $6.50 per person for homeschooling families.'
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190819T1343410Z-583899-874@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181203T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181203T200000 SUMMARY:Holiday Sip & Support DESCRIPTION:Alliance for Positive Growth members and prospective members ar e invited to socialize with friends\, sip wine and enjoy hors d'oeuvres wh ile hearing about our year in review and what to expect in 2019. APG will be collecting toothbrushes\, toothpaste\, and personal hygieneitems to be donated to Abraham’s Tent. Please consider bringing a donation. $40/perso n $75/couple Click here to RSVP or for more information. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Alliance for Positive Growth members and pr ospective members are invited to socialize with friends\, sip wine and enj oy hors d'oeuvres while hearing about our year in review and what to expec t in 2019. \;

APG will be collecting toothbrushes\, toothpaste \, and personal hygieneitems to be donated to Abraham&rsquo\;s Tent. Pleas e consider bringing a donation.

$40/person

$75/couple

Click here to RSVP or for more info rmation.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Bodega Wine Dive UID:20181129T2050570Z-583899-420@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191008T060000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191008T070000 SUMMARY:Screening: Intelligent Lives DESCRIPTION:Intelligent Lives stars three pioneering young American adults with intellectual disabilities who challenge perceptions of intelligence a s they navigate high school\, college\, and the workforce. Doors open at 6 p.m. RSVP to https://tinyurl.com/y2w8122 or 800-894-6558 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Intelligent Lives stars three pioneering yo ung American adults with intellectual disabilities who challenge perceptio ns of intelligence as they navigate high school\, college\, and the workfo rce.

Doors open at 6 p.m.

RSVP to https://tinyurl.com/y2w8 122 or 800-894-6558
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Enterprise Boulevard Church of Christ UID:20190916T1302290Z-583899-906@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190622T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190622T150000 SUMMARY:Calcasieu Medical Reserve Corps to Host Community Family Safety Exp o DESCRIPTION:The Calcasieu Parish Police Jury’s Medical Reserve Corps is hos ting a free Community Family Safety Expo from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday\, Jun e 22\, at the Burton Coliseum Complex\, 7001 Gulf Highway\, Lake Charles. It’s summer and many residents will be traveling\, spending more time outd oors and taking part in recreational activities. Staying safe is a must. “ We put this event together with one goal in mind – to keep families safe. All the partners who participate will offer services and information to he lp us achieve that goal\,” said Angela Jouett\, Medical Reserve Corps Mana ger. Many local agencies will be on hand at the event\, including the Calc asieu Coroner’s Office\, the Lake Charles and Sulphur fire departments\, L ouisiana State Police Troop D\, True Blue Water Sports and the Calcasieu P arish Sheriff’s Office. They will offer information on water and fire safe ty\, safe sleep\, crash safety\, the DARE Program\, and bleeding control e ducation. Other sponsors that will provide safety information include the Calcasieu Medical Reserve Corps\, Office of Homeland Security and Emergenc y Preparedness\, C.A.S.A (Court Appointed Special Advocates)\, 911\, Red C ross\, Office of Public Health\, Acadian Ambulance\, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital’s Training Center\, Southwest Louisiana Center for Health Servic es\, the City of Lake Charles\, Dr. Antonio Rivera (Life by Design Chiropr actic)\, Damsels in Distress\, and local hospitals. SOWELA will offer fre e CPR certifications. Drop-in training segments will be available from 9 a .m.- 3 p.m. Residents can also take part in a “drunk goggles” presentation and sign up for Safe Sitter classes. Food trucks Sloppy Taco\, Hi-Licious Street Kitchen and BOOMBOX Frozen Pops and Ice Cream will have food for s ale. If your business\, agency or organization would like to take part in the Safety Expo\, call the Calcasieu Medical Reserve Corps at 721-4024. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Calcasieu Parish Police Jury&rsquo\;s M edical Reserve Corps is hosting a free Community Family Safety Expo from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday\, June 22\, at the Burton Coliseum Complex\, 7001 Gu lf Highway\, Lake Charles.

It&rsquo\;s summer and many res idents will be traveling\, spending more time outdoors and taking part in recreational activities. Staying safe is a must.

&ldquo\; We put this event together with one goal in mind &ndash\; to keep families safe. All the partners who participate will offer services and informatio n to help us achieve that goal\,&rdquo\; said Angela Jouett\, Medical Rese rve Corps Manager.

Many local agencies will be on hand at the even t\, including the Calcasieu Coroner&rsquo\;s Office\, the Lake Charles and Sulphur fire departments\, Louisiana State Police Troop D\, True Blue Wat er Sports and the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff&rsquo\;s Office. They will offe r information on water and fire safety\, safe sleep\, crash safety\, the D ARE Program\, and bleeding control education.

Other sponsors that will provide safety information include the Calcasieu Medical Reserve Corp s\, Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness\, C.A.S.A (Cour t Appointed Special Advocates)\, 911\, Red Cross\, Office of Public Health \, Acadian Ambulance\, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital&rsquo\;s Training Ce nter\, Southwest Louisiana Center for Health Services\, the City of Lake C harles\, Dr. Antonio Rivera (Life by Design Chiropractic)\, Damsels in Dis tress\, and local hospitals. \;

SOWELA will offer free CPR cer tifications. Drop-in training segments will be available from 9 a.m.- 3 p. m. Residents can also take part in a &ldquo\;drunk goggles&rdquo\; present ation and sign up for Safe Sitter classes.

Food trucks Sloppy Taco \, Hi-Licious Street Kitchen and BOOMBOX Frozen Pops and Ice Cream will ha ve food for sale.

If your business\, agency or organization would like to take part in the Safety Expo\, call the Calcasieu Medical Reserve Corps at 721-4024.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Burton Coliseum Complex UID:20190617T1441230Z-583899-784@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190801T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190801T200000 SUMMARY:Bipesh Koirala Exhibit DESCRIPTION:Bipesh Koirala’s solo exhibit\, “A Long Stare\,” will open Thur sday\, August 1\, in Central School’s First Floor Gallery. There will be a meet and greet with the artist from 5:30-8:00 p.m. This exhibit will be o n display until Thursday\, October 31. Native of a small village in Nepal \, Bipesh Koirala comes from a background of science and mathematics\, but over time\, has developed a passion for art. Most recently\, he has focus ed this passion on painting cityscapes of Lake Charles\, where he now resi des. While studying in an undergraduate microbiology program in Kathmandu \, the capital of Nepal\, he won an EDV lottery visa for the Unites States . Connecticut became his home for a while\, and he studied psychology duri ng his time there. He then moved to Poughkeepsie\, New York upon the recep tion of a full summer scholarship to Vassar College. He completed his stud ies there\, and then returned home to visit his family. Koirala finally en ded up here in Lake Charles on a visit to his cousin. It was at this time that he developed an interest in art. Koirala started his artistic journey by self-teaching. Soon he wanted more\, and he enrolled in the undergradu ate visual arts program at McNeese. Searching to be even more challenged\, Koirala again travelled to New York to study further. While in New York\, he took master classes in painting and drawing at the New York Academy of Art. Koirala then enrolled in the academy’s continuing education program and became an assistant to his instructor. Soon though\, he grew weary of the city life and felt called back to Lake Charles. Koirala relocated bac k to Lake Charles and finished his undergraduate degree at McNeese in Dece mber of 2018. Since graduating\, he continues to paint and develop his ski lls and style. He describes his style as very textured and abstract\, and he enjoys painting many different subjects. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Bipesh Koirala&rsquo\;s solo exhibit\, &ldquo\;A Long Stare\,&rdquo\; will open Thursday\, August 1\, in Central School&rsquo\;s First Floor Ga llery. There will be a meet and greet with the artist from 5:30-8:00 p.m. This exhibit will be on display until Thursday\, October 31. \;
< p class='m_3153008817711977278gmail-MsoNoSpacing'>Native of a small villag e in Nepal\, Bipesh Koirala comes from a background of science and mathema tics\, but over time\, has developed a passion for art. Most recently\, he has focused this passion on painting cityscapes of Lake Charles\, where h e now resides. \;

While studying in an undergraduate microbiology program in Kathmandu\, the capital of Nepal\, he won an EDV lottery visa for the Unites States. Connecticut became his home for a while\, and he studied psychology during his time there. He then moved to Poughkeepsie\, New York upon the recepti on of a full summer scholarship to Vassar College. He completed his studie s there\, and then returned home to visit his family. Koirala finally ende d up here in Lake Charles on a visit to his cousin. It was at this time th at he developed an interest in art.

Koirala started his artistic journey by self-teaching. S oon he wanted more\, and he enrolled in the undergraduate visual arts prog ram at McNeese. Searching to be even more challenged\, Koirala again trave lled to New York to study further. While in New York\, he took master clas ses in painting and drawing at the New York Academy of Art. Koirala then e nrolled in the academy&rsquo\;s continuing education program and became an assistant to his instructor. Soon though\, he grew weary of the city life and felt called back to Lake Charles. \;

Koirala relocated back to Lake Charles and fin ished his undergraduate degree at McNeese in December of 2018. Since gradu ating\, he continues to paint and develop his skills and style. He describ es his style as very textured and abstract\, and he enjoys painting many d ifferent subjects.
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CATEGORIES:Education UID:20201130T1413120Z-583899-1135@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191005T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191005T213000 SUMMARY:Croce Plays Croce DESCRIPTION:A.J. Croce performs Croce Plays Croce\, Saturday\, October 5\, 2019 at 7:30pm at the Lutcher Theater for the Performing Arts. For 1 perfo rmance only\, a special night of music featuring a complete set of classic s by his late father Jim Croce\, some of his own tunes and songs that infl uenced both him and his father. This special event features such timeless songs as “Operator\,” “You Don’t Mess Around with Jim\,” “Time in a Bottle \,” (a song written for A.J.)\, “Rapid Roy (The Stock Car Boy)\, and “Love rs Cross”\, to name a few. Classic covers may include songs by Lieber and Stoller\, Bessie Smith\, and other folk and roots artists. For more inform ation\, please contact Leah Stark at the Lutcher Theater (409) 886-5535. www.lutcher.org X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
A.J. Croce \;performs \;Croce Plays Croce\, Saturday\, October 5\, 2019 at 7:30pm at the Lutcher Theater for the Performing Arts. \;For 1 performance only\, a special night of mus ic featuring a complete set of classics by his late father Jim Croce\, som e of his own tunes and songs that influenced both him and his father. This special event features such timeless songs as &ldquo\;Operator\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;You Don&rsquo\;t Mess Around with Jim\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;Time in a Bottle\,&rdquo\; (a song written for A.J.)\, &ldquo\;Rapid Roy (The Stock Car Boy)\, and &ldquo\;Lovers Cross&rdquo\;\, to name a few. Classic cover s may include songs by Lieber and Stoller\, Bessie Smith\, and other folk and roots artists.

For more information\, please contact Leah St ark at the Lutcher Theater (409) 886-5535.

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www.lutcher.org& nbsp\; \; \;
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lutcher Theater UID:20190930T2050490Z-583899-926@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190422T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190422T120000 SUMMARY:Recreation and Parks Department to Offer Variety of Summer Enrichme nt Programs DESCRIPTION:Beginning at 8 a.m. on April 22\, the City of Lake Charles Recr eation and Parks Department will begin accepting summer enrichment program registrations at the Purple Heart Recreation Center\, 4305 Avenue H in La ke Charles. Registration is free\, open to children age six to twelve\, an d available on a first come\, first serve basis. Each of the seven commu nity center-based summer enrichment programs are scheduled to begin on Mon .\, June 3\, 2019. This year’s summer programs will provide math\, art a nd reading enrichment\, STEAM and STEM projects\, computer training classe s\, nature hunts\, flower planting\, bug week\, brain teasers\, creative w riting and more. Site locations include Bellard Community Center\, 2808 Hillcrest Rd.\; Columbus Circle Park Family Community Center\, 3520 Grienw ich Blvd.\; J.D. Clifton Recreation Center\, 2415 East Gieffers St.\; Coll ege Oaks Community Recreation Center\, 3518 Ernest St.\; Henry Heights Com munity Recreation Center\, 801 East School St.\; Mike D. Lanza Community C enter\, 609 Sycamore St.\; and Wiley B. McMillian Park Family Community Ce nter\, 343 Goos St. Willie McCullor Landry Community Center’s registrati on (Drew Park) will be held at the Recreation and Parks office in City Hal l\, 326 Pujo St.\, 3rd floor on a first come first serve basis from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily. Cost per two week session is $115 and camp participants will receive free breakfast and lunch daily. Summer Enrichment Programs are 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. daily. Drew Park Summer Camp is 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. To register\, please bring a copy of your child’s birth certificate. This is a mandatory requirement with no exceptions. All City of Lake Cha rles summer programs will be closed on Thursday\, July 4. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Beginning at 8 a.m. on April 22\, the City of Lake Charles Recreation and Parks Department will begin accepting summe r enrichment program registrations at the Purple Heart Recreation Center\, 4305 Avenue H in Lake Charles. Registration is free\, open to children ag e six to twelve\, and available on a first come\, first serve basis.

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Each of the seven community center-based summer enrichm ent programs are scheduled to begin on Mon.\, June 3\, 2019.

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This year&rsquo\;s summer programs will provide math\, art and reading enrichment\, STEAM and STEM projects\, computer training classes\, nature hunts\, flower planting\, bug week\, brain teasers\, creative writ ing and more.

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Site locations include Bellard Commu nity Center\, 2808 Hillcrest Rd.\; Columbus Circle Park Family Community C enter\, 3520 Grienwich Blvd.\; J.D. Clifton Recreation Center\, 2415 East Gieffers St.\; College Oaks Community Recreation Center\, 3518 Ernest St.\ ; Henry Heights Community Recreation Center\, 801 East School St.\; Mike D . Lanza Community Center\, 609 Sycamore St.\; and Wiley B. McMillian Park Family Community Center\, 343 Goos St.

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Willie McCu llor Landry Community Center&rsquo\;s registration (Drew Park) will be hel d at the Recreation and Parks office in City Hall\, 326 Pujo St.\, 3^{r
d} \;floor on a first come first serve basis from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m . daily. Cost per two week session is $115 and camp participants will rece ive free breakfast and lunch daily.

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Summer Enrichm ent Programs are 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. daily. Drew Park Summer Camp is 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. To register\, please bring a copy of your child&rsquo\;s birth certificate. This is a mandatory requirement with no exceptions.

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All City of Lake Charles summer programs will be clo sed on Thursday\, July 4.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190422T1519010Z-583899-659@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190718T010000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190718T030000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families: Early Steps DESCRIPTION:EarlySteps and Families Helping Families of SWLA would like to invite you to attend an EarlySteps Workshop called\, 'Make the Most of You r EarlySteps Services' on Thursday\, July 18\, 2019 from 1 PM to 3 PM at F amilies Helping Families of SWLA.    This workshop will share information on what every parent needs to know about how to help you and your child ge t the most out of EarlySteps services. Join China Guillory\, EarlySteps Community Outreach Specialist\, as she walks you through the process of ge tting services from EarlySteps. Learn about EarlySteps and what services are offered. Snacks provided! MUST REGISTER to Attend! - Limited Seating! Register Now! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

EarlySteps and Families H elping Families of SWLA would like to invite you to attend an EarlySteps W orkshop called\, 'Make the Most of Your EarlySteps Services' on Thursday\, July 18\, 2019 from 1 PM to 3 PM at Families Helping Families of SWLA.
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This worksh op will share information on what every parent needs to know about how to help you and your child get the most out of EarlySteps services. \;
Join China Guillory\, EarlySteps Community Outreach Specialist\, as she walks you through the process of getting services from EarlySteps. \;Learn about EarlySteps and what services are offered.

S nacks provided!

MUST \;REGISTER to Attend! - Limited Seating!

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Register Now!

CATEGORIES:General UID:20190710T1424000Z-583899-806@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210420T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210420T113000 SUMMARY:Marketing for Your Small Business DESCRIPTION:Helpful information on how to market your business during the h olidays and in the middle of a pandemic. This webinar will focus on some o f the many resources available for small business owners wanting to promot e their products or services. Learn about your options and how to perform simple marketing tasks yourself. Speaker(s): Elizabeth Jimney\, Administra tive Manager / Marketing & Training Specialist\, LSBDC at McNeese Click he re to register X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Helpful information on how to market your business during the holidays and in the middle of a pandemic. This webinar will foc us on some of the many resources available for small business owners wanti ng to promote their products or services. Learn about your options and how to perform simple marketing tasks yourself.

Speaker(s): Elizabeth Jimney\, Administrative Manager / Marketing &\; Training Specialist\, LSBDC at McNeese

Click here to register
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20210416T1803310Z-583899-1156@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190515T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190515T130000 SUMMARY:Woman's Empowerment Luncheon DESCRIPTION:Passion\, Purpose & Pearls Wednesday May 15th 2019 11:30am at t he Lake Charles Civic Center 900 Lake Shore Dr $30 per person / $240 per p erson. Wear pearls and recieve a free raffle ticket for a chance to win a fabulous prize. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Passion\, Purpose &\; Pearls

Wed nesday May 15th 2019

11:30am at the Lake Charles Civic Center 900 Lake Shore Dr

$30 per person / $240 per person.

Wear pearl s and recieve a free raffle ticket for a chance to win a fabulous prize.&n bsp\;
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:For tickets call: (337) 436-4552 UID:20190412T1355010Z-583899-652@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210527T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210527T133000 SUMMARY:So\, you are having a baby? DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Online UID:20210524T1737200Z-583899-1174@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181208T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181208T170000 SUMMARY:Holiday Art Market DESCRIPTION:Located throughout historic Central School\, the annual Holiday Art Market will return December 7-9 with an array of fine and handmade it ems created by Louisiana artists\, along with student arts and music perfo rmances\, bakery treats\, and a creative shopping experience. Each year\, a spotlight organization receives a portion of the proceeds from sales at Holiday Art Market. This year\, donations will benefit Jazz in the Arts\, a locally-based non-profit organization committed to music education assi stance to middle and high school students as well as presenting Jazz music awareness through art\, dance\, and the spoken word. Times for this fest ive shopping event are as follows: Friday\, December 7 (3pm-7pm)\, Saturda y December 8 (10am-5pm)\, and Sunday December 9 (12-5pm). Admission is fre e. Participating vendors include: ADeLandArt\, Anita Ahrens Pottery\, Ann a & Arlie Handcrafted Originals\, Baubling Brooke Handmade Jewelry\, Ben V on Duke Original Art\, Better on the Bayou\, Carolyn’s Creations Jelly & J ams\, Danny Allain Art\, Diana’s Cakes\, Confections & More\, The Inkling Girl\, Jim Ferguson Making a Scene\, JM Jewelry Designs\, K Petty Prints\, KP Designs Handcrafted Jewelry\, Le Jardin Familial\, Lyd Walls Art\, Nan a’s Storage/Wind & Sun Reflections\, Naquin’s Woodworks\, Pastel Puddin’ P rojects\, Pixel & Ink Creative\, Ten Thousand Villages and Tracy LeMieux o f the Art Factory. The students of F.G. Bulber Youth Orchestra perform on Saturday from 11AM-12PM. Jazz in the Arts will be performing Saturday fro m 10AM-11AM and 12PM-5PM. Follow the “Arts & Humanities Council of SWLA” on Facebook for previews of the beautiful and creative art pieces availabl e as unique Christmas gifts. Holiday Art Market is presented annually by the City of Lake Charles and the Arts Council of SWLA. For more details\, contact the Arts Council at (337) 439-2787. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Located throughout historic Central School\ , the annual Holiday Art Market will return December 7-9 with an array of fine and handmade items created by Louisiana artists\, along with student arts and music performances\, bakery treats\, and a creative shopping expe rience. \;

Each year\, a spotlight organization receives a por tion of the proceeds from sales at Holiday Art Market. This year\, donatio ns will benefit Jazz in the Arts\, a locally-based \;non-profit organi zation committed to music education assistance to middle and high school s tudents as well as presenting Jazz music awareness through art\, dance\, a nd the spoken word.

\;Times for this festive shopping event a re as follows: Friday\, December 7 (3pm-7pm)\, Saturday December 8 (10am-5 pm)\, and Sunday December 9 (12-5pm). Admission is free. \;

Pa rticipating vendors include: ADeLandArt\, Anita Ahrens Pottery\, Anna & \; Arlie Handcrafted Originals\, Baubling Brooke Handmade Jewelry\, Ben Vo n Duke Original Art\, Better on the Bayou\, Carolyn&rsquo\;s Creations Jel ly &\; Jams\, Danny Allain Art\, Diana&rsquo\;s Cakes\, Confections &am p\; More\, The Inkling Girl\, Jim Ferguson Making a Scene\, JM Jewelry Des igns\, K Petty Prints\, KP Designs Handcrafted Jewelry\, Le Jardin Familia l\, Lyd Walls Art\, Nana&rsquo\;s Storage/Wind &\; Sun Reflections\, Na quin&rsquo\;s Woodworks\, Pastel Puddin&rsquo\; Projects\, Pixel &\; In k Creative\, Ten Thousand Villages and Tracy LeMieux of the Art Factory.&n bsp\;

The students of F.G. Bulber Youth Orchestra perform on Satur day from 11AM-12PM. Jazz in the Arts will be performing Saturday from 10AM -11AM and 12PM-5PM. \;

Follow the &ldquo\;Arts &\; Humaniti es Council of SWLA&rdquo\; on Facebook for previews of the beautiful and c reative art pieces available as unique Christmas gifts. \;

Hol iday Art Market is presented annually by the City of Lake Charles and the Arts Council of SWLA. \;For more details\, contact the Arts Council at (337) 439-2787.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment UID:20181130T2227540Z-583899-425@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181209T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181209T170000 SUMMARY:Holiday Art Market DESCRIPTION:Located throughout historic Central School\, the annual Holiday Art Market will return December 7-9 with an array of fine and handmade it ems created by Louisiana artists\, along with student arts and music perfo rmances\, bakery treats\, and a creative shopping experience. Each year\, a spotlight organization receives a portion of the proceeds from sales at Holiday Art Market. This year\, donations will benefit Jazz in the Arts\, a locally-based non-profit organization committed to music education assi stance to middle and high school students as well as presenting Jazz music awareness through art\, dance\, and the spoken word. Times for this fest ive shopping event are as follows: Friday\, December 7 (3pm-7pm)\, Saturda y December 8 (10am-5pm)\, and Sunday December 9 (12-5pm). Admission is fre e. Participating vendors include: ADeLandArt\, Anita Ahrens Pottery\, Ann a & Arlie Handcrafted Originals\, Baubling Brooke Handmade Jewelry\, Ben V on Duke Original Art\, Better on the Bayou\, Carolyn’s Creations Jelly & J ams\, Danny Allain Art\, Diana’s Cakes\, Confections & More\, The Inkling Girl\, Jim Ferguson Making a Scene\, JM Jewelry Designs\, K Petty Prints\, KP Designs Handcrafted Jewelry\, Le Jardin Familial\, Lyd Walls Art\, Nan a’s Storage/Wind & Sun Reflections\, Naquin’s Woodworks\, Pastel Puddin’ P rojects\, Pixel & Ink Creative\, Ten Thousand Villages and Tracy LeMieux o f the Art Factory. The students of F.G. Bulber Youth Orchestra perform on Saturday from 11AM-12PM. Jazz in the Arts will be performing Saturday fro m 10AM-11AM and 12PM-5PM. Follow the “Arts & Humanities Council of SWLA” on Facebook for previews of the beautiful and creative art pieces availabl e as unique Christmas gifts. Holiday Art Market is presented annually by the City of Lake Charles and the Arts Council of SWLA. For more details\, contact the Arts Council at (337) 439-2787. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Located throughout historic Central School\ , the annual Holiday Art Market will return December 7-9 with an array of fine and handmade items created by Louisiana artists\, along with student arts and music performances\, bakery treats\, and a creative shopping expe rience. \;

Each year\, a spotlight organization receives a por tion of the proceeds from sales at Holiday Art Market. This year\, donatio ns will benefit Jazz in the Arts\, a locally-based \;non-profit organi zation committed to music education assistance to middle and high school s tudents as well as presenting Jazz music awareness through art\, dance\, a nd the spoken word.

\;Times for this festive shopping event a re as follows: Friday\, December 7 (3pm-7pm)\, Saturday December 8 (10am-5 pm)\, and Sunday December 9 (12-5pm). Admission is free. \;

Pa rticipating vendors include: ADeLandArt\, Anita Ahrens Pottery\, Anna & \; Arlie Handcrafted Originals\, Baubling Brooke Handmade Jewelry\, Ben Vo n Duke Original Art\, Better on the Bayou\, Carolyn&rsquo\;s Creations Jel ly &\; Jams\, Danny Allain Art\, Diana&rsquo\;s Cakes\, Confections &am p\; More\, The Inkling Girl\, Jim Ferguson Making a Scene\, JM Jewelry Des igns\, K Petty Prints\, KP Designs Handcrafted Jewelry\, Le Jardin Familia l\, Lyd Walls Art\, Nana&rsquo\;s Storage/Wind &\; Sun Reflections\, Na quin&rsquo\;s Woodworks\, Pastel Puddin&rsquo\; Projects\, Pixel &\; In k Creative\, Ten Thousand Villages and Tracy LeMieux of the Art Factory.&n bsp\;

The students of F.G. Bulber Youth Orchestra perform on Satur day from 11AM-12PM. Jazz in the Arts will be performing Saturday from 10AM -11AM and 12PM-5PM. \;

Follow the &ldquo\;Arts &\; Humaniti es Council of SWLA&rdquo\; on Facebook for previews of the beautiful and c reative art pieces available as unique Christmas gifts. \;

Hol iday Art Market is presented annually by the City of Lake Charles and the Arts Council of SWLA. \;For more details\, contact the Arts Council at (337) 439-2787.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment UID:20181130T2228170Z-583899-426@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181207T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181207T190000 SUMMARY:Holiday Art Market DESCRIPTION:Located throughout historic Central School\, the annual Holiday Art Market will return December 7-9 with an array of fine and handmade it ems created by Louisiana artists\, along with student arts and music perfo rmances\, bakery treats\, and a creative shopping experience. Each year\, a spotlight organization receives a portion of the proceeds from sales at Holiday Art Market. This year\, donations will benefit Jazz in the Arts\, a locally-based non-profit organization committed to music education assi stance to middle and high school students as well as presenting Jazz music awareness through art\, dance\, and the spoken word. Times for this fest ive shopping event are as follows: Friday\, December 7 (3pm-7pm)\, Saturda y December 8 (10am-5pm)\, and Sunday December 9 (12-5pm). Admission is fre e. Participating vendors include: ADeLandArt\, Anita Ahrens Pottery\, Ann a & Arlie Handcrafted Originals\, Baubling Brooke Handmade Jewelry\, Ben V on Duke Original Art\, Better on the Bayou\, Carolyn’s Creations Jelly & J ams\, Danny Allain Art\, Diana’s Cakes\, Confections & More\, The Inkling Girl\, Jim Ferguson Making a Scene\, JM Jewelry Designs\, K Petty Prints\, KP Designs Handcrafted Jewelry\, Le Jardin Familial\, Lyd Walls Art\, Nan a’s Storage/Wind & Sun Reflections\, Naquin’s Woodworks\, Pastel Puddin’ P rojects\, Pixel & Ink Creative\, Ten Thousand Villages and Tracy LeMieux o f the Art Factory. The students of F.G. Bulber Youth Orchestra perform on Saturday from 11AM-12PM. Jazz in the Arts will be performing Saturday fro m 10AM-11AM and 12PM-5PM. Follow the “Arts & Humanities Council of SWLA” on Facebook for previews of the beautiful and creative art pieces availabl e as unique Christmas gifts. Holiday Art Market is presented annually by the City of Lake Charles and the Arts Council of SWLA. For more details\, contact the Arts Council at (337) 439-2787. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Located throughout historic Central School\ , the annual Holiday Art Market will return December 7-9 with an array of fine and handmade items created by Louisiana artists\, along with student arts and music performances\, bakery treats\, and a creative shopping expe rience. \;

Each year\, a spotlight organization receives a por tion of the proceeds from sales at Holiday Art Market. This year\, donatio ns will benefit Jazz in the Arts\, a locally-based \;non-profit organi zation committed to music education assistance to middle and high school s tudents as well as presenting Jazz music awareness through art\, dance\, a nd the spoken word.

\;Times for this festive shopping event a re as follows: Friday\, December 7 (3pm-7pm)\, Saturday December 8 (10am-5 pm)\, and Sunday December 9 (12-5pm). Admission is free. \;

Pa rticipating vendors include: ADeLandArt\, Anita Ahrens Pottery\, Anna & \; Arlie Handcrafted Originals\, Baubling Brooke Handmade Jewelry\, Ben Vo n Duke Original Art\, Better on the Bayou\, Carolyn&rsquo\;s Creations Jel ly &\; Jams\, Danny Allain Art\, Diana&rsquo\;s Cakes\, Confections &am p\; More\, The Inkling Girl\, Jim Ferguson Making a Scene\, JM Jewelry Des igns\, K Petty Prints\, KP Designs Handcrafted Jewelry\, Le Jardin Familia l\, Lyd Walls Art\, Nana&rsquo\;s Storage/Wind &\; Sun Reflections\, Na quin&rsquo\;s Woodworks\, Pastel Puddin&rsquo\; Projects\, Pixel &\; In k Creative\, Ten Thousand Villages and Tracy LeMieux of the Art Factory.&n bsp\;

The students of F.G. Bulber Youth Orchestra perform on Satur day from 11AM-12PM. Jazz in the Arts will be performing Saturday from 10AM -11AM and 12PM-5PM. \;

Follow the &ldquo\;Arts &\; Humaniti es Council of SWLA&rdquo\; on Facebook for previews of the beautiful and c reative art pieces available as unique Christmas gifts. \;

Hol iday Art Market is presented annually by the City of Lake Charles and the Arts Council of SWLA. \;For more details\, contact the Arts Council at (337) 439-2787.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment UID:20181130T2228000Z-583899-427@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181213T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181213T110000 SUMMARY:Coffee & Conversation: Take Care of Yourself for the Holidays DESCRIPTION: Join Families Helping Families for Coffee and Conversation wi th Robin Daugereau of Mental Connections as she discusses 'Take Care of Yo urself for the Holidays' on Thursday\, December 13\, 2018 at 10 AM to 11:3 0 AM at Families Helping Families of SWLA\, 2927 Hodges Street\, Lake Char les\, LA 70601. Mental Connections is committed to ensuring quality serv ices. The goal of their services is designed to improve the life of indiv iduals\, couples\, and families that are directly affected by mental & beh avioral health issues and worldly & family strife.   There is no fee to attend! Everyone must RSVP! Seating is Limited\, so please register! R egister Now! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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Join Families H elping Families for Coffee and Conversation with Robin Daugereau of Mental Connections as she discusses 'Take Care of Yourself for the Holidays' on Thursday\, December 13\, 2018 at 10 AM to 11:30 AM at Families Helping Fam ilies of SWLA\, \;2927 Hodges Street\, Lake Charles\, LA 70601.

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Mental Connections is committed to ensuring qual ity services. \; The goal of their services is designed to improve the life of individuals\, couples\, and families that are directly affected b y mental &\; behavioral health issues and worldly &\; family strife. \; \;

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There is no fee to attend!& nbsp\; Everyone must RSVP! \; Seating is Limited\, so please register!

< td class='m_-517365987877718398cc-register' colspan='1' rowspan='1' align= 'center'>Register Now!

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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Families Helping Families UID:20181130T2230010Z-583899-428@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190316T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190316T140000 SUMMARY:Second Annual Green Hat Charity Fun Run/Walk/Crawl Hits the Streets March 16 DESCRIPTION:The race kicks off at 11 a.m. at CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick H ospital at 524 Dr. Michael DeBakey Drive on March 16. The event benefits t he Outpatient Physical Rehabilitation Program at CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patr ick Hospital and draws participants with food\, fun and the chance to make a difference in someone’s life. “We are thrilled to officially make this event a tradition\,” said Kay Barnett\, CFRE\, CHRISTUS Ochsner Southweste rn Louisiana Foundation Executive Director. “Last year\, we were blessed w ith a great turnout for a wonderful event\, and it made a real impact for our patients. This year\, we are looking to build on that strong foundatio n and make it bigger and better – so that our impact will continue to grow .” Decked out in green hats and other Irish attire\, participants will gat her at the starting line at CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick Hospital before r unning/walking/crawling across downtown Lake Charles as they enjoy Green D rinks and snacks along the way at the following stops: Start Line at CHRIS TUS Ochsner St. Patrick Hospital (524 Dr. Michael DeBakey Drive) 1. 121 Artisan Bistro (121 Dr. Michael DeBakey Drive) 2. Plaid Pig/Lake Charl es Transit Center (1155 Ryan Street) 3. Charleston Bistro (900 Ryan Str eet\, w/ transportation provided to #4) 4. Louisiana Mortgage Associate s (2915 Ryan Street) 5. Flavin Realty (3221 Ryan Street) At Flavin Real ty\, participants will chow down at the Black Pot Cook-Off listening to th e music of the Backyard Cowboys until 4 p.m. At the Black Pot Cook-Off ama teur chefs show off their cooking skills for a chance to take home braggin g rights and awards. Teams begin at 8 a.m. and can cook anything they want \, as long as it is prepared and served to the judges at 12:45 p.m. in a b lack pot. The cost is $30 per team to enter the Cook-Off\, and spots are l imited but still available. “We received outstanding support from our comm unity partners and sponsors for this year’s event\,” acknowledged Barnett. “The Foundation and everyone at the Outpatient Rehab program would love t o thank Flavin Realty\, KPLC\, Cumulus Radio\, Sweet Lake Land and Oil Com pany\, LLC\, Merchants & Farmers Bank\, American Press\, Citgo\, P.S. Prom otions\, Champeaux Evans Hotard Architects\, Dr. and Mrs. Tim Haman\, and Business First Bank for their kindness and encouragement.” The first Green Hat Charity Fun Run/Walk/Crawl took place last year and supported the pur chase of the LiteGait® Partial-Weight-Bearing Gait Therapy Device\, which allows patients with an ambulatory dysfunction to walk comfortably in an e nvironment free from falls. Numerous patients benefit from this cutting-ed ge technology every day\, including those who have had strokes\, traumatic brain spinal cord injuries as well as those with gait problems from other injuries and surgeries. For more information\, contact Cara Wyland by pho ne at 337.430.5353 or by email at cara.wyland@christushealth.org. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The race kicks off at 11 a.m. at CHRISTUS O chsner St. Patrick Hospital at 524 Dr. Michael DeBakey Drive on March 16. The event benefits the Outpatient Physical Rehabilitation Program at CHRIS TUS Ochsner St. Patrick Hospital and draws participants with food\, fun an d the chance to make a difference in someone&rsquo\;s life.

&ldquo\;We are thrilled to officially make this event a tradition\,&rdq uo\; said Kay Barnett\, CFRE\, CHRISTUS Ochsner Southwestern Louisiana Fou ndation Executive Director. &ldquo\;Last year\, we were blessed with a gre at turnout for a wonderful event\, and it made a real impact for our patie nts. This year\, we are looking to build on that strong foundation and mak e it bigger and better &ndash\; so that our impact will continue to grow.& rdquo\;

Decked out in green hats and other Irish at tire\, participants will gather at the starting line at CHRISTUS Ochsner S t. Patrick Hospital before running/walking/crawling across downtown Lake C harles as they enjoy Green Drinks and snacks along the way at the followin g stops:

Start Line at CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick Hospi tal (524 Dr. Michael DeBakey Drive)

\; 1. \; 121 Artis an Bistro (121 Dr. Michael DeBakey Drive)
\; 2. \; Plaid Pig /Lake Charles Transit Center (1155 Ryan Street)
\; 3. \; Cha rleston Bistro (900 Ryan Street\, w/ transportation provided to #4)
& nbsp\; 4. \; Louisiana Mortgage Associates (2915 Ryan Street)
&nb sp\; 5. \; Flavin Realty (3221 Ryan Street)

At Flavin Realty\, participants will chow down at the Black Pot C ook-Off listening to the music of the Backyard Cowboys until 4 p.m. At the Black Pot Cook-Off amateur chefs show off their cooking skills for a chan ce to take home bragging rights and awards. Teams begin at 8 a.m. and can cook anything they want\, as long as it is prepared and served to the judg es at 12:45 p.m. in a black pot. The cost is $30 per team to enter the Coo k-Off\, and spots are limited but still available.

&ldquo\;We received outstanding support from our community partners and sp onsors for this year&rsquo\;s event\,&rdquo\; acknowledged Barnett. &ldquo \;The Foundation and everyone at the Outpatient Rehab program would love t o thank Flavin Realty\, KPLC\, Cumulus Radio\, Sweet Lake Land and Oil Com pany\, LLC\, Merchants &\; Farmers Bank\, American Press\, Citgo\, P.S. Promotions\, Champeaux Evans Hotard Architects\, Dr. and Mrs. Tim Haman\, and Business First Bank for their kindness and encouragement.&rdquo\;

The first Green Hat Charity Fun Run/Walk/Crawl took place la st year and supported the purchase of the LiteGait®\; Partial-Weight-Be aring Gait Therapy Device\, which allows patients with an ambulatory dysfu nction to walk comfortably in an environment free from falls. Numerous pat ients benefit from this cutting-edge technology every day\, including thos e who have had strokes\, traumatic brain spinal cord injuries as well as t hose with gait problems from other injuries and surgeries.

For more information\, contact Cara Wyland by phone at 337.4 30.5353 or by email at \;cara.wyland@christushealth.org.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:https://christusochsnerswlafoundation.org/events/green-hat-charity -fun-run-walk-crawl/ UID:20190306T1520310Z-583899-588@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211005T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211005T130000 SUMMARY:Live & On Call: The ABCs of Safe Sleep DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Health & Hospitals LOCATION:Online UID:20210930T1413220Z-583899-1219@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191025T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191025T200000 SUMMARY:Local History Highlighted Through “Living History” Cemetery Tour DESCRIPTION:This fall\, locals can take guided walking tours through Lake C harles history and visit historic spots where time lies still. On October 25\, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.\, four Lake Charles cemeteries will be featured in a “Living History” Cemetery Tour where guests can hear stories of loca l iconic figures while visiting their final resting places.   Actors will dress in period attire and embody the lives of deceased historic figures f rom each of the four cemeteries. Guests will be guided throughout each cem etery as they listen to stories of the historic figures’ lives and their i mpacts on today’s Lake Charles. Larger-than-life figures such as civil rig hts activist Doretha Combre\, early settler Catherine Lebleu Sallier\, Jud ge Alfred M. Barbe\, French aristocrat Michel Pithon\, Armogene Reon – one of the last native speakers of the Atakapas language – and others will te ll their life stories and their famed feats from their own perspectives. “ Wandering Spirits” will visit each cemetery and are figures whose gravesit es are unknown or spirits visiting relatives. Jazz legend Nellie Lutcher w ill be a Wandering Spirit at Combre Memorial Park where her parents are bu ried. Featured cemeteries will include: Bilbo Cemetery\, located on Lakes hore Drive\, Sallier Cemetery on Dr. Michael DeBakey Drive\, Combre Memori al Park on Opelousas Street\, and Catholic Cemetery\, located on Common St reet and Iris Street. Guests will have the freedom to drive from cemetery to cemetery at their own pace. Tickets are $20 for adults\, $15 for senio rs\, and free for children 12 and under (must be accompanied by a ticket h olding adult)\, and can be purchased at www.cemeterytourlc2019.eventbrite. com or at the Arts Council office at Central School. The event is sponsore d by First Federal Bank of Louisiana\, CSE Federal Credit Union\, Thrive M agazine\, Redfish Rentals\, and supported by a SWLA Convention & Visitors Bureau Tourism Marketing Grant from the Lake Charles/SWLA Convention & Vis itors Bureau. Proceeds benefit the Arts Council of SWLA\, which provides n eeded programs and events to support the arts in the region.   For more in formation\, please email CemeteryTourLC@gmail.com or call the Arts Council of SWLA at (337) 439-2787. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This fall\, locals can take guided walking tours through Lake Charles history and visit historic spots where time lie s still. On October 25\, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.\, four Lake Charles cemeter ies will be featured in a &ldquo\;Living History&rdquo\; Cemetery Tour whe re guests can hear stories of local iconic figures while visiting their fi nal resting places. \; \;

Actors will dress in period atti re and embody the lives of deceased historic figures from each of the four cemeteries. Guests will be guided throughout each cemetery as they listen to stories of the historic figures&rsquo\; lives and their impacts on tod ay&rsquo\;s Lake Charles. Larger-than-life figures such as civil rights ac tivist Doretha Combre\, early settler Catherine Lebleu Sallier\, Judge Alf red M. Barbe\, French aristocrat Michel Pithon\, Armogene Reon &ndash\; on e of the last native speakers of the Atakapas language &ndash\; and others will tell their life stories and their famed feats from their own perspec tives. &ldquo\;Wandering Spirits&rdquo\; will visit each cemetery and are figures whose gravesites are unknown or spirits visiting relatives. Jazz l egend Nellie Lutcher will be a Wandering Spirit at Combre Memorial Park wh ere her parents are buried. \;

Featured cemeteries will includ e: Bilbo Cemetery\, located on Lakeshore Drive\, Sallier Cemetery on Dr. M ichael DeBakey Drive\, Combre Memorial Park on Opelousas Street\, and Cath olic Cemetery\, located on Common Street and Iris Street. \;

G uests will have the freedom to drive from cemetery to cemetery at their ow n pace. Tickets are $20 for adults\, $15 for seniors\, and free for childr en 12 and under (must be accompanied by a ticket holding adult)\, and can be purchased at www.cemeterytourlc2019.eventbrite.com or at the Arts Counc il office at Central School. The event is sponsored by First Federal Bank of Louisiana\, CSE Federal Credit Union\, Thrive Magazine\, Redfish Rental s\, and supported by a SWLA Convention &\; Visitors Bureau Tourism Mark eting Grant from the Lake Charles/SWLA Convention &\; Visitors Bureau. Proceeds benefit the Arts Council of SWLA\, which provides needed programs and events to support the arts in the region. \; \;

For m ore information\, please email C emeteryTourLC@gmail.com or call the Arts Council of SWLA at (337) 439- 2787.

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CATEGORIES:Entertainment UID:20190917T1342400Z-583899-908@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190802 SUMMARY:The Pelican State Goes to War DESCRIPTION:Lake Charles Mayor Nicholas E. Hunter announced that a new spec ial exhibit called The Pelican State Goes to War: Louisiana in World War I I will open at Historic City Hall Arts and Cultural Center on Aug. 2. Prod uced by The National WWII Museum\, the exhibit will feature artifacts\, ph otographs and oral histories that highlight Louisiana’s extraordinary cont ributions toward America achieving victory in World War II. The exhibit is sponsored in part by Citgo\; Hunter\, Hunter and Sonnier in memory of Jud ge Edwin F. Hunter\; and American Press. Many citizens of Louisiana contr ibuted to victory in World War II on the battlefield\, with nearly 280\,00 0 individuals from the state serving in the armed forces during the war. T he Pelican State Goes to War will share the courageous stories of Louisian a’s six Medal of Honor recipients\, which represent sacrifice and devotion . The exhibit will also explore tales of the Louisiana Home Front\, from t he great mobilization efforts of Higgins Industries\, to first grader Bill y Michal’s scrap collection for school. Several community events are bein g planned in conjunction with the exhibit including a moderated panel disc ussing the war’s effects on the Southwest Louisiana\, led by KPLC News Anc hor John Bridges. The panel will be held in Tritico Theater\, located at 4 205 Ryan Street\, on September 5 at 6 p.m. A local exhibit of relics spec ific to the Lake Charles region will accompany the special exhibit. The Ci ty of Lake Charles will catalogue artifacts received from the community. O bjects could include letters of commendation\, medals or awards\, uniforms \, personal letters\, war bonds and stamps\, or other items associated wit h the World War II era. Artifacts can be submitted in person at Historic C ity Hall Arts and Cultural Center\, located at 1001 Ryan Street\, on Monda y through Friday\, June 6 through July 12\, between 1 and 4:30 p.m. A Wal l of Honor featuring the photographs of local veterans who served in the w ar will be assembled. The public is invited to submit photographs of servi ce members along with their respective branch of service\, rank\, dates se rved\, and location of service. Photographs can be submitted in person at Historic City Hall at the above-specified times or by email atgrant.leonar ds@cityoflc.us. The Wall of Honor is sponsored by Stine Lumber in honor of J.W. Stine. The City partnered with the Calcasieu Parish School Board Te levision Production program\, led by Britney Glaser Felder\, to record the oral histories of General Erbon Wise\, a World War II veteran\; E.K. Hunt er\, son of the late Judge Edwin F. Hunter\, Jr.\, a World War II veteran\ ; and Jim Beam\, reporter for the Lake Charles American Press. The video d ocumentary was recorded and produced by Felder’s students\, and it will pl ay alongside the exhibit at Historic City Hall. The Pelican State Goes to War will be on view at Historic City Hall Arts and Cultural Center August 2 through October 19. The museum is open Monday through Friday\, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday\, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free. An opening r eception will be held on August 2 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. For more information \, please call 337 491-9147 or visit www.cityoflakecharles.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Lake Charles Mayor Nicholas E. Hunter annou nced that a new special exhibit called \;The Pelican State Goes to War: Louisiana in World War II \;will open at Historic City Hall Arts and Cultural Center on Aug. 2. \;Produced by T he National WWII Museum\, the exhibit will feature artifacts\, photographs and oral histories that highlight Louisiana&rsquo\;s extraordinary contri butions toward America achieving victory in World War II. The exhibit is s ponsored in part by Citgo\; Hunter\, Hunter and Sonnier in memory of Judge Edwin F. Hunter\; and American Press. \;

Many citizens of Lou isiana contributed to victory in World War II on the battlefield\, with ne arly 280\,000 individuals from the state serving in the armed forces durin g the war. \;The Pelican State Goes to War \;will share t he courageous stories of Louisiana&rsquo\;s six Medal of Honor recipients\ , which represent sacrifice and devotion. The exhibit will also explore ta les of the Louisiana Home Front\, from the great mobilization efforts of H iggins Industries\, to first grader Billy Michal&rsquo\;s scrap collection for school. \;

Several community events are being planned in conjunction with the exhibit including a moderated panel discussing the wa r&rsquo\;s effects on the Southwest Louisiana\, led by KPLC News Anchor Jo hn Bridges. The panel will be held in Tritico Theater\, located at 4205 Ry an Street\, on September 5 at 6 p.m. \;

A local exhibit of rel ics specific to the Lake Charles region will accompany the special exhibit . The City of Lake Charles will catalogue artifacts received from the comm unity. Objects could include letters of commendation\, medals or awards\, uniforms\, personal letters\, war bonds and stamps\, or other items associ ated with the World War II era. Artifacts can be submitted in person at Hi storic City Hall Arts and Cultural Center\, located at 1001 Ryan Street\, on Monday through Friday\, June 6 through July 12\, between 1 and 4:30 p.m . \;

A Wall of Honor featuring the photographs of local vetera ns who served in the war will be assembled. The public is invited to submi t photographs of service members along with their respective branch of ser vice\, rank\, dates served\, and location of service. Photographs can be s ubmitted in person at Historic City Hall at the above-specified times or b y email atgrant.leonards@cityo flc.us. The Wall of Honor is sponsored by Stine Lumber in honor of J.W . Stine. \;

The City partnered with the Calcasieu Parish Schoo l Board Television Production program\, led by Britney Glaser Felder\, to record the oral histories of General Erbon Wise\, a World War II veteran\; E.K. Hunter\, son of the late Judge Edwin F. Hunter\, Jr.\, a World War I I veteran\; and Jim Beam\, reporter for the Lake Charles American Press. T he video documentary was recorded and produced by Felder&rsquo\;s students \, and it will play alongside the exhibit at Historic City Hall. \;

The Pelican State Goes to War \;will be on \;view at Historic City Hall Arts and Cultural Center August 2 through Oc tober 19. The museum is open Monday through Friday\, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday\, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free. An opening reception will be held on August 2 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. For more information\, please cal l 337 491-9147 or visit \;www.cityoflakecharles.com.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center UID:20190703T1611090Z-583899-792@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190701 SUMMARY:Lake Charles Little Theater - 93rd Season! DESCRIPTION:The 93rd Season illustrates the commonality of humor from the 1 500s\, 1800s\, recent history\, and modern days. The entire season is fami ly friendly and is filled with laughter\, the challenges of falling in lov e\, and happily ever after endings. Season memberships allow you to select performance dates\, get your favorite seats\, and SAVE MONEY!!! You may select 3 of the 5\; 4 of the 5\; or Pick all the shows to save the most! Must choose at least 3 of 5 Noises Off Sep 13\, 2019 - Oct 01\, 2019 (Au ditions: July 30 & 31 6:00 pm) Taming of the Shrew Nov 08\, 2019 - Nov 26\ , 2019 (Auditions Sept 15 & 16) Big Band Concert Nov 30\, 2019 7:00 PM @ R osa Hart Theatre\, Civic Center The Snow Queen Feb 07\, 2020 - Feb 25\, 20 20 The Importance of Being Earnest Apr 17\, 2020 - May 05\, 2020 Click h ere to buy your tickets! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The 93rd Season illustrates the commonality of humor from the 1500s\, 1800s\, recent history\, and modern days. The entire season is family friendly and is filled with laughter\, the challenges of falling i n love\, and happily ever after endings.

Season memberships allow you to select performance dates\, get your favorite seats\, and SAVE MONEY!!!

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You may select 3 of the 5\; 4 of the 5\; or Pick all the shows to save the most!

Must choose at least 3 of 5

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No ises Off \;Sep 13\, 2019 - Oct 01\, 2019 (Auditions: July 3 0 &\; 31 6:00 pm)

Taming of the Shrew \;N ov 08\, 2019 - Nov 26\, 2019 (Auditions Sept 15 &\; 16)
< div class='m_-5523003120821582835mh-builder-email-text-toolbar-block'> Big Band Concert \;Nov 30\, 2019 7:00 PM @ Rosa Hart Theatr e\, Civic Center

The Snow Queen \;Feb 07\, 2 020 - Feb 25\, 2020

The Importance of Being Earnest \;Apr 17\, 2020 - May 05\, 2020

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Click here t o buy your tickets!
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lake Charles Little Theater UID:20190703T1613250Z-583899-793@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190723T050000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190723T080000 SUMMARY:Renaitre Medical Aesthetics Hosts First Annual Women Redefined Even t DESCRIPTION:Renaitre Medical Aesthetics will be hosting their one-year anni versary event at Crying Eagle Brewing Company on Tuesday\, July 23rd from 5-8 p.m. The owners of Renaitre - Dr. Alice Prestia\, Dr. Uzma Naeem\, an d Hannah Grogan\, FNP - will be celebrating local women in business with t heir “Women Redefined” Event\, teaming up with 9 other local women-owned b usinesses for a night of shopping\, mingling\, beer and wine tastings\, mu sic\, and the biggest giveaways and deals of the year!   “We wanted to cel ebrate Renaitre’s first birthday in a big way\, and what better way than t o showcase several amazing local businesses from our city\,” said Dr. Alic e Prestia\, co-owner of Renaitre Medical Aesthetics.   “We all live\, love \, and support Lake Charles and appreciate the community coming to celebra te with us and see what we’re all about!” explained Hannah Grogan\, co-own er and nurse practitioner of Renaitre.   Renaitre Medical Aesthetics will be showcasing their numerous age-defying and rejuvenation services\, inclu ding injectables\, lasers\, medical-grade skin care lines\, chemical peels \, and many other devices. Their medical team will be there to answer all of your questions\, and will also be providing demonstrations and exclusi ve event-only discounts. Giveaways will include: a Year of Botox Treatment s\, Juvederm Filler for Cheeks\, Juvederm Filler for Lips\, Dermalinfusion Facial Treatments\, a Series of Sublative Skin Rejuvenation Treatments\, and much more! Crying Eagle Brewing Company\, Mimosa Boutique\, Sercy Lane \, Blush Beauty Co.\, Hometown Furniture\, Signarama\, Special Touch Massa ge\, L Bridal Couture\, and The Wine Store will also be offering pop-up sh ops\, discounts\, demonstrations\, tastings and giveaways. This will be a n evening you won’t want to miss! Advanced tickets can be purchased for $1 0 on EventBrite beginning July 1st. Tickets include admission\, hors d’oeu vres\, one free drink ticket\, plus the chance to win exclusive event priz es from all participating businesses. Music will be provided by Renda Rui z. For more information\, check out our Facebook Event Page. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Renaitre Medical Aesthetics will be hosting their one-year anniversary event at Crying Eagle Brewing Compan y on Tuesday\, July 23rd from 5-8 p.m. \; The owners of Renaitre - Dr. Alice Prestia\, Dr. Uzma Naeem\, and Hannah Grogan\, FNP - will be celebr ating local women in business with their &ldquo\;Women Redefined&rdquo\; E vent\, teaming up with 9 other local women-owned businesses for a night of shopping\, mingling\, beer and wine tastings\, music\, and the biggest gi veaways and deals of the year! \; \;

&ldquo\;We wanted to celebrate Renaitre&rsquo\;s first birthday in a big way\, and wh at better way than to showcase several amazing local businesses from our c ity\,&rdquo\; said Dr. Alice Prestia\, co-owner of Renaitre Medical Aesthe tics. \; \;

&ldquo\;We all live\, love\, and sup port Lake Charles and appreciate the community coming to celebrate with us and see what we&rsquo\;re all about!&rdquo\; explained Hannah Grogan\, co -owner and nurse practitioner of Renaitre. \; \;

Renaitre Medical Aesthetics will be showcasing their numerous age-defying and rejuvenation services\, including injectables\, lasers\, medical-grad e skin care lines\, chemical peels\, and many other devices. \; Their medical team will be there to answer all of your questions\, and will also be providing demonstrations and exclusive event-only discounts. Giveaways will include: a Year of Botox Treatments\, Juvederm Filler for Cheeks\, J uvederm Filler for Lips\, Dermalinfusion Facial Treatments\, a Series of S ublative Skin Rejuvenation Treatments\, and much more!

C rying Eagle Brewing Company\, Mimosa Boutique\, Sercy Lane\, Blush Beauty Co.\, Hometown Furniture\, Signarama\, Special Touch Massage\, L Bridal Co uture\, and The Wine Store will also be offering pop-up shops\, discounts\ , demonstrations\, tastings and giveaways. \; This will be an evening you won&rsquo\;t want to miss!

Advanced tickets can be p urchased for $10 on EventBrite beginning July 1st. Tickets include admissi on\, hors d&rsquo\;oeuvres\, one free drink ticket\, plus the chance to wi n exclusive event prizes from all participating businesses. \; Music w ill be provided by Renda Ruiz. For more information\, check out our Facebo ok Event Page. \;
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:Crying Eagle UID:20190703T1629060Z-583899-800@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190115T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190115T120000 SUMMARY:Senior Citizens: Lunch & Learn DESCRIPTION:Calcasieu Parish senior citizens who have questions about Medic are are invited to the upcoming “Lunch and Learn” workshop\, which will be held from 10 a.m.-noon Tuesday\, Jan. 15\, at the Allen P. August Annex B uilding\, 2001 Moeling St.\, Lake Charles. Bonnie Lee of Humana Insurance is the featured guest speaker. She will explain the different types of Med icare coverage and supplement plans\, tips on reducing out-of-pocket expen ses and the latest scams. More than 800\,000 Louisiana residents are curre ntly enrolled in Medicare. The event is hosted by Calcasieu Parish TRIAD a nd the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury’s Human Services Department. Lunch wil l be provided. The event is free but pre-registration is required. To regi ster or for more information\, contact Michelle Guidry at 337-721-4030. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Calcasieu Parish senior citizens who have q uestions about Medicare are invited to the upcoming &ldquo\;Lunch and Lear n&rdquo\; workshop\, which will be held from 10 a.m.-noon Tuesday\, Jan. 1 5\, at the Allen P. August Annex Building\, 2001 Moeling St.\, Lake Charle s.

Bonnie Lee of Humana Insurance is the featured guest speaker. S he will explain the different types of Medicare coverage and supplement pl ans\, tips on reducing out-of-pocket expenses and the latest scams.
< p>More than 800\,000 Louisiana residents are currently enrolled in Medicar e.

The event is hosted by Calcasieu Parish TRIAD and the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury&rsquo\;s Human Services Department. Lunch will be prov ided.

The event is free but pre-registration is required. To regis ter or for more information\, contact Michelle Guidry at 337-721-4030.&nbs p\;

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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Allen P. August Multi-Purpose Annex UID:20190108T1539420Z-583899-470@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210115T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210115T110000 SUMMARY:Parent Rights in Special Education DESCRIPTION:Click here for more information and to register X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Click here for more information and to register
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20210111T1433380Z-583899-1140@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190528T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190528T190000 SUMMARY:FORMER LOUISIANA POET LAUREATE TO GIVE POETRY READING IN LAKE CHAR LEs DESCRIPTION:Historic City Hall Arts and Cultural Center will have a poetry reading by former Louisiana Poet Laureate Darrell Bourque on Tuesday\, May 28 at 6 p.m. The reading is entitled “Acadians\, Cajuns & Creoles\,” and it will be open to the public with free admission. Bourque will be reading poems from his most recent works\, including poems about the 18th century migrations of the Acadians from Nova Scotia\, the Cajuns of our time and place\, and the intersections of South Louisiana's Cajun and Creole cultur es. Among the subjects of the poems are the men and women of the Great Mig ration\, Iry Lejeune\, Amede Ardoin\, Dennis McGee\, Joe and Cleoma Falcon and Goldman Thibodeaux\, with side notes in the poems to figures like D. L. Menard\, Alphonse 'Bois Sec' Ardoin and Canray Fontenot. Bourque is th e 2014 recipient of the Writer Award from the Louisiana Festival of the Bo ok. His books include In Ordinary Light\, Conversations in Verse (with Jac k B. Bedell)\, Where I Waited\, and Megan’s Guitar and Other Poems from Ac adie. Two new books\, From the Other Side: Henriette Delille (Yellow Flag Press) and migraré (UL Press) will be released later this year. Bourque is also recipient of the 2019 Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities 2019 Hu manist of the Year Award. The reading will take place in the Second Floor Gallery amongst an art exhibit that also pays tribute to Cajun culture. Lo uisiana Proud: The Cajun Experience tells the story of old-time craftsmen and artists showcasing master artist Darrell Chitty’s deep respect for the vanishing Acadian culture. This is an artist who sees not just the surfac e\, but down to the soul of such beloved characters as woodworkers and mus icians\, spinners and teachers\, blacksmiths and gardeners\, and others so necessary in early-day life. The exhibition will be open through June 30. Also showing at Historic City Hall is a multi-media collection by the Art isans Gallery as well as a sculpture exhibit by Martin Payton that is orga nized by LSU Museum of Art. Historic City Hall is open Monday through Fri day\, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday\, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free . Charlestown Farmers’ Market is open on Bilbo Street behind the center ev ery Saturday 8 a.m.-noon. For more information\, please call 491-9147 or v isit www.cityoflakecharles.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Historic City Hall Arts and Cultural Center will have a poetry reading by former Louisiana Poet Laureate Darrell Bour que on Tuesday\, May 28 at 6 p.m. The reading is entitled &ldquo\;Acadians \, Cajuns &\; Creoles\,&rdquo\; and it will be open to the public with free admission.

Bourque will be reading poems from his most recent works\, including poems about the 18th century migrations of the Acadians from Nova Scotia\, the Cajuns of our time and place\, and the intersectio ns of South Louisiana's Cajun and Creole cultures. Among the subjects of t he poems are the men and women of the Great Migration\, Iry Lejeune\, Amed e Ardoin\, Dennis McGee\, Joe and Cleoma Falcon and Goldman Thibodeaux\, w ith side notes in the poems to figures like D. L. Menard\, Alphonse 'Bois Sec' Ardoin and Canray Fontenot. \;

Bourque is the 2014 recipi ent of the Writer Award from the Louisiana Festival of the Book. His books include \;In Ordinary Light\, \;Conversations in Ver se \;(with Jack B. Bedell)\, \;Where I Waited\, \;and \;Megan&rsquo\;s Guitar and Other Poems from Acadie. \;< /em>Two new books\, \;From the Other Side: Henriette Delille& nbsp\;(Yellow Flag Press) and \;migraré\; \;(UL Press) will be released later this year. Bourque is also recipient o f the 2019 Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities 2019 Humanist of the Yea r Award.

The reading will take place in the Second Floor Gallery a mongst an art exhibit that also pays tribute to Cajun culture. \;L ouisiana Proud: The Cajun Experience \;tells the story of old-tim e craftsmen and artists showcasing master artist Darrell Chitty&rsquo\;s d eep respect for the vanishing Acadian culture. This is an artist who sees not just the surface\, but down to the soul of such beloved characters as woodworkers and musicians\, spinners and teachers\, blacksmiths and garden ers\, and others so necessary in early-day life. The exhibition will be op en through June 30.

Also showing at Historic City Hall is \;a multi-media collection by the Artisans Gallery as well as a sculpture exhi bit by Martin Payton that is organized by LSU Museum of Art. \;
< p>Historic City Hall is open Monday through Friday\, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday\, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free. Charlestown Farmers&rsquo \; Market is open on Bilbo Street behind the center every Saturday 8 a.m.- noon. For more information\, please call 491-9147 or visit \;www.cityoflake charles.com.
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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Families Helping Families UID:20210504T1444570Z-583899-1169@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210421T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210421T140000 SUMMARY:Navigating the IEP Part 1 DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20210419T1258090Z-583899-1160@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210424T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210424T120000 SUMMARY: What Happens When Parents & Schools Disagree DESCRIPTION:https://tinyurl.com/mhdeam84 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Online UID:20210419T1257130Z-583899-1159@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191221T060000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191221T100000 SUMMARY:Old Fashioned Christmas Party DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the holiday with Bayou Rum at their Old Fashioned Chr istmas Party on Saturday\, December 21st. Listen to the classics by Leroy Thomas\, warm your soal with delicious food and sip on seasonal cocktails. Tickets are avilable at www.bayourum.com/special-events. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Celebrate the holiday with Bayou Rum at the ir Old Fashioned Christmas Party on Saturday\, December 21st. Listen to th e classics by Leroy Thomas\, warm your soal with delicious food and sip on seasonal cocktails. Tickets are avilable at www.bayourum.com/special-even ts.

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CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Bayou Rum UID:20191216T1838090Z-583899-1021@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191003T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191003T170000 SUMMARY:Lutcher Theater: 40th Season Kickoff! DESCRIPTION:The Lutcher is hosting a ribbon cutting to kick off their 40th Season X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Lutcher is hosting a ribbon cutting to kick off their 40th Season
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lutcher Theater UID:20191001T1506020Z-583899-931@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190125T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190125T213000 SUMMARY:Lutcher Presents: Something Rotten DESCRIPTION:Each season\, Lutcher Managing Director\, Lynae Sanford chooses her 'don't miss' show and this year\, Something Rotten! is the winner. Th e show opens at the Lutcher Theater on January 25\, 7:30 p.m. Something Rotten! is a hilariously\, funny story of brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom\, two playwrights stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance 'rockstar' Will S hakespeare. When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theatre i nvolves singing\, dancing and acting at the same time\, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world’s very first musical. Something Rotten! is a lov e letter to musical theater and is the perfect show for a die-hard Broadwa y fan. However\, because of its clever story\, wit and humor\, it’s also t he perfect show for all audiences. With its heart on its ruffled sleeve and sequins in its soul\, Something Rotten! is an uproarious dose of pure Broadway fun and an irresistible ode to musicals — those dazzling creation s that entertain us\, inspire us\, and remind us that everything’s better with an exclamation point! Visit lutcher.org or call 409.886.5535 to fin d out more information about upcoming shows in 2019. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html: < tbody>

Each season\, Lutcher Managing Director\, Ly nae Sanford chooses her 'don't miss' show and this year\, \;Something Rotten! \;is the winner. The show opens at the Lutcher Theater on Janu ary 25\, 7:30 p.m.

\;

Something Rotten! \ ;is a hilariously\, funny story \;of brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom\, two playwrights stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance 'rockstar' Will Sh akespeare. \;When a local soothsayer foretells that \;the future o f theatre involves singing\, dancing and \;acting \;at the same ti me\, Nick and Nigel set out to write \;the world&rsquo\;s very first m usical.

\;

Something Rotten! is a love letter to musical theater and is the perfect show for a die-hard Broadway fan. H owever\, because of its clever story\, wit and humor\, it&rsquo\;s also th e perfect show for all audiences.

\;

With its heart on its ruffled sleeve and sequins in its soul\, \;Something Rot ten! \;is an uproarious dose of pure Broadway fun and an irresistible ode to musicals &mdash\; those dazzling creations that \;entertain us\ , inspire us\, and remind us that everything&rsquo\;s better with an excla mation point!

\;

Visit \;lutcher.org \;or call 409.886.5535 to find out more information about upcoming shows i n 2019.

CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lutcher Theater UID:20190114T1548240Z-583899-473@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190117T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190117T180000 SUMMARY:Estate Sale: Around the World RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;COUNT=3 DESCRIPTION: Join Frances Fitz-Gerald for their next Estate sale that ha s treasures from all over the world! In this home you will find a beautifu l Sofa and matching Settee in velvet\, large Dining Table with cane back c hairs with velvet seats by Ethan Allen\, French Commode side tables by Tho masville\, Mid-Century Sofa and Lamps\, King size leather upholstered head board\, 1 year old Sleep number bed\, Book shelves\, two matching Lazy Bo ys\, Beautiful crystal and gold chandelier\, Coffee Tables\, Curtains\, La mps\, Mirrors\, Leather ottomans\, Rugs\, Art\, Freezers\, Fridge\, Washer & Dryer\, records\, record player\, speakers\, Tools\, Gardening supplies and so much more and all are in excellent condition-Like New! Kitchen app liances still in brand new\, un-opened boxes and tonnage of kitchen suppli es and Office supplies! Here you will find items from Russia\, In dia\, Canada\, Jerusalem\, Switzerland\, New Zealand\, Thailand\, Mexico\, Europe....you name it and they traveled there and brought back beautiful one of a kind treasures you just have to come see for your self! Clic k Here For More Info X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

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\; \; Join Frances F itz-Gerald for their next Estate sale that has treasures from all over the world! In this home you will find a beautiful Sofa and matching Settee in velvet\, large Dining Table with cane back chairs with velvet seats by Et han Allen\, French Commode \;side tables by Thomasville\, Mid-Century Sofa and Lamps\, King size leather upholstered head board\, 1 year old Sle ep number bed\, \;Book shelves\, two matching Lazy Boys\, Beautiful cr ystal and gold chandelier\, \;Coffee Tables\, Curtains\, Lamps\, Mirro rs\, \;Leather ottomans\, Rugs\, Art\, Freezers\, Fridge\, Washer & \; Dryer\, records\, record player\, speakers\, \;Tools\, Gardening su pplies \;and so much more and all are in excellent condition-Like New! Kitchen appliances still in brand new\, un-opened boxes and tonnage of ki tchen supplies and \;Office supplies! \; \;

\; \; \; Here you will find items from Russia\, Ind ia\, Canada\, Jerusalem\, Switzerland\, New Zealand\, Thailand\, Mexico\, Europe....you name it and they traveled there and brought back beautiful o ne of a kind treasures you just have to come see for your self! \;

\;

\;

Click Here F or More Info

CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Estate Sale UID:20190114T1553390Z-583899-474@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190206T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190206T123000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families: LaCan Legislative Roundtable DESCRIPTION:Familes Helping Families are hosting the LaCAN Legislative Roun dtable on Wednesday\, February 6\, 2019. We will hold the Roundtable at t he Calcasieu Parish Central Library on the 2nd floor in the DeBakey Room\, 301 West Claude Street\, Lake Charles\, LA 70605 from 10:00 AM to 12:30 P M. Complimentary breakfast is provided for those who register. This event is an excellent time to meet with area legislators and the BESE member an d also an opportunity to learn LaCAN's 2019 Legislative agenda and how to be an effective advocate in a grassroots organization that advocates for p eople with developmental disabilities. Please click on the link below to r egister. Get more information Register Now! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Famil es Helping Families are hosting the LaCAN Legislative Roundtable on Wednes day\, February 6\, 2019. \; We will hold the Roundtable at the Calcasi eu Parish Central Library on the 2nd floor in the DeBakey Room\, 301 West Claude Street\, Lake Charles\, LA 70605 from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM.

Complimentary breakfast is provided for those who register.&n bsp\; This event is an excellent time to meet with area legislators and th e BESE member and also an opportunity to learn LaCAN's 2019 Legislative ag enda and how to be an effective advocate in a grassroots organization that advocates for people with developmental disabilities.

P lease click on the link below to register.

Get more information < td class='m_1390609467725497123cc-register' colspan='1' rowspan='1' align= 'center'>Register Now!

CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Central Library UID:20190114T1556120Z-583899-475@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190119 SUMMARY:LSU Executive Education: Class Registration Closes for PMP on Janua ry 19th DESCRIPTION:Ultimate Project Management PMI Certification Prep Course Janua ry 28th through 31st\, 2019 Project Management Professional (PMP) ® cred ential is the most important industry-recognized certification for project managers. Our certification prep course is an intensive 4-day course des igned to prepare one for the Project Management Institute's PMP Certificat ion exam. This course meets PMI's 35 educational hour requirement for PMP certification and covers knowledge tested as well as provides certificatio n exam testing tips and techniques to help you achieve a passing certifica tion score. The course is based on the Project Management Institute's Six th Edition Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge. Please fol low the registration link below to register for our upcoming January 28th- 31st Class Standard Pricing for the 4 day Program is $1950.00/participan t PMI Chapter Member Standard Rate: $1900.00 Course meets from 8:30am to 5 :30pm each day and will be held on LSU's Baton Rouge Campus Registration c loses on January 19\, 2019 REGISTER NOW X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

U ltimate Project Management PMI Certification Prep Course
< div>January 28th through 31st\, 2019

& nbsp\;

Project Management Professional ( PMP) \;®\; \;credential is the most important industry-recogniz ed certification for project managers. \;

Our certification prep course is an intensive 4-day course \;designed to prepare one fo r the Project Management Institute's PMP Certification exam. This course m eets PMI's 35 educational hour requirement for PMP certification \;and covers knowledge tested as well as provides certification exam testing ti ps and techniques to help you achieve a passing certification score. \ ; The course \;is based on the \;Project Management Institute's&nb sp\;Sixth Edition \;Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge.

\;

Ple ase follow the registration link below to register for our upcoming Januar y 28th-31st Class

\;

Standard Pricing for the 4 day Program is $1950.00/participant

PMI Chapter Member Standard Rate: $1900.00
Course meets from 8:30am to 5:30pm each day and will be held on LSU's Baton Rouge Campus
Regist ration closes on January 19\, 2019

\;

RE GISTER NOW

CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:LSU UID:20190114T1605300Z-583899-477@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210609T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210609T120000 SUMMARY:The Business Plan: Road Map to Success DESCRIPTION:This webinar includes an introduction to creating a customizabl e guide called a business plan. It will help small business owners be prep ared to respond quickly and recover from disruptions. A business plan is m uch more than a piece of paper. It is your roadmap to success. The plan forces you to consider the big picture\, and maintain consistency in the p lanning and execution of your business model. A comprehensive\, focused\ , well-written business plan enables you to control your business and its potential for success. This seminar covers the detailed parts of a thoroug h business plan. Topics Covered: • What is a Business Plan and what is it used for? • Discovering your Mission Statement and Purpose • Cultivati ng an Advertising Strategy • Defining your Target Market • Valuable resour ces to help accomplish your goals Click Here to Register X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This webinar includes an introduction to creating a customizable guide called a business plan. It will help small b usiness owners be prepared to respond quickly and recover from disruptions . A business plan is much more than a piece of paper. It is your roadmap t o success.

\;

The plan forces you to consider the big picture\, and maintain consistency in the planning and execution of your business model.

\;

A comprehensive\, focused\, well-written business plan enables you to control your business and its potential for success. This seminar covers the detailed parts of a thorough business plan.

\;

\;
Topics Covered:

&bull\; What is a Business Plan and what is it used for?

&bull\; Discovering your Mission Statement and P urpose

&bull\; Cultivating an Advertising Strategy

&bull\; Defining your Target Market

&bull\; Valuable resource s to help accomplish your goals

\;

Click Here to Register

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CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20210607T1907120Z-583899-1175@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190429T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190429T100000 SUMMARY:SOWELA: Free CPR Training class DESCRIPTION:Classes are held now through June 2019. Visit www.sowela.edu/cp r for a full listing. Class locations include Lake Charles\, Jennings and Oakdale. To Register Visit www.sowela.edu/cpr or call (337) 421-6996. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Classes are held now through
June 2019 . Visit www.sowela.edu/cpr
for a full listing. Class locations includ e
Lake Charles\, Jennings and Oakdale.

To Register&nb sp\;

Visit www.sowela.edu/cpr
or call (337) 421-6996.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190424T1419430Z-583899-661@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190416T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190416T210000 SUMMARY:April Entrepreneurial & Angel Investor Forum DESCRIPTION:SPECIAL MEETING FOR APRIL 16th WILL FEATURE: GOPHR\, A JOINT V ETERAN - McNEESE STUDENT STARTUP VENTURE\, IS PRESENTING AN ADVANCED LAST MILE DELIVERY SYSTEM. PLEASE CONSIDER JOINING LIKE-MINDED BUSINESS PEO PLE ENCOURAGING INNOVATIVE VENTURES & PROMOTING A STARTUP COMMUNITY IN SOU THWEST LOUISIANA The S E E D Center\, 2nd Floor Conference Room\, 4310 R yan Street\, Lake Charles\, Louisiana 70601 Please join us encouraging S tart-up/Early Stage Ventures and building a       Start-up Community in So uthwest Louisiana. Networking and Hors D’oeuvres: 6:00 p.m. Program/Pres entations: 7:00 p.m. R. S. V. P. Not later than April 15\, 2019 Ron McGinl ey\, email: macfhion@gmail.com                                                                                                Phone 337 562 4903 Offi ce\, or 337 263 2701 Mobile X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
SPECIAL MEETING FOR APRIL 16th WILL FEATURE:

&nbs p\;GOPHR\, \;~~A JOINT VETERAN - McNEESE \;STUDENT START UP VENTURE\, IS PRESENTING AN ADVANCED LAST MILE DELIVERY SYSTEM.~~
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PLEASE CONSIDER JOINING LIKE-MINDED BUSINESS PEOPLE ENCOURAGING INNOVATIVE VENTU RES &\; PROMOTING \;A STARTUP COMMUNITY IN SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA

\;

The S E E D Center\, 2^nd Floor Conference Room\,

4310 Ryan Stree t\, Lake Charles\, Louisiana 70601

\;

Please join us encouraging Start-up/Early Stage Venture s and building a \; \; \; \; \; \; Start-up Commun ity in Southwest Louisiana.

\;

Networking and Hors D&rsquo\;oeuvres: 6:00 p.m.

Program/Presentations: 7:00 p.m.

R. S. V. P. Not later than April 15\, 2019

Ron McGinle y\, email: macfhion@gmail.com \; \; \; \; \; \;&nb sp\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \;&nbs p\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \;& nbsp\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \;&n bsp\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \ ; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \;&nb sp\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; Phone 337 562 4903 Office\, or 337 263 2701 Mobile

CATEGORIES:General UID:20190410T1501350Z-583899-651@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190304 SUMMARY:The Children's Museum: Lundi Gras DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Lundi Gras with us! We will make Second Line tambouri nes from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Create your own Mardi Gras mask in the workshop s. Classes begin at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. and are limited to 20 children\, a ges 3 and up. Join us as we parade through the museum at 12:45 p.m. We wil l make Mardi Gras ornaments in the ArtSpace from 1:30-2:30. Also\, if you wear your Mardi Gras colors to the museum you receive a $1 off admission. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Celebrate Lundi Gras with us! We will mak e Second Line tambourines from 10 a.m. &ndash\; 12 p.m. Create your own Ma rdi Gras mask in the workshops. Classes begin at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. and a re limited to 20 children\, ages 3 and up. Join us as we parade through th e museum at 12:45 p.m. We will make Mardi Gras ornaments in the ArtSpace f rom 1:30-2:30. Also\, if you wear your Mardi Gras colors to the museum you receive a $1 off admission.

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CATEGORIES:General UID:20190301T1534200Z-583899-571@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190305 SUMMARY:The Children's Museum: Happy Mardi Gras (CLOSED) DESCRIPTION:The museum will be closed for Mardi Gras. Enjoy the parades and be careful! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The museum will be closed for Mardi Gras. Enjoy the parades and be careful!

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CATEGORIES:General UID:20190301T1536200Z-583899-572@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190316T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190316T120000 SUMMARY:Drive-thru Rabies Vaccination Clinic DESCRIPTION:Clinic dates\, times\, and locations: 7a.m. – noon\, Saturday\, March 16: West-Cal Arena & Events Center parking lot\, 401 Arena Road\, Sulphur 7 a.m. - noon\, Saturday\, March 30: Burton Coliseum Complex parki ng lot\, 7001 Gulf Highway\, Lake Charles. The vaccination and licensing fee for an animal who is already spayed or neutered is $8. For an unalter ed pet\, the fee is $10. Microchipping will also be available at the clini cs. Residents can pay with cash or checks only – no debit or credit card s will be accepted. All cats must be in portable kennels. “These annua l rabies clinics are an easy and convenient way to have your animals vacci nated\,” said Nathan Arena\, Animal Services Director. At last year’s clin ics\, 3\,937 pets were vaccinated and 340 pets were microchipped. Almost a dozen local veterinarians and more than 100 others volunteered their serv ices. State and parish codes require all dogs and cats over three month s of age be vaccinated and licensed. These drive-thru clinics help prevent the spread of the rabies infection and once vaccinated\, your pet is requ ired to wear a rabies license tag. Cat owners are encouraged to place the tags on breakaway collars. A reminder: the legal definition of a pet own er is “any person\, business or entity that provides care\, harbors\, acts as custodian\, or permits and animal to remain on or about his premises.” In the event someone is bitten\, this owner could be held responsible. For more information\, contact Animal Services at 337-721-3730 or visit ww w.cppj.net. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Clinic dates\, times\, and locations:

7a.m. &ndash\; noon\, Saturday\, March 16: \;West-Cal Arena &\; Events Center parking lot\, \;
401 Arena Road\, Sulphur

7 a.m. - noon\, Saturday\, March 30: \;Burton Coliseum Complex parking lot\, 7001 Gulf Highway\, Lake Charles.

\;

The vaccination and licensing fee for an animal who is already spayed or neutered is $8. F or an unaltered pet\, the fee is $10. Microchipping will also be available at the clinics.

\;

Residents can pay with cash or ch ecks only &ndash\; no debit or credit cards will be accepted.

\;

All cats must be in portable kennels.

\;

&ldquo\;These annual rabies clinics are an easy and conve nient way to have your animals vaccinated\,&rdquo\; said Nathan Arena\, An imal Services Director.

At last year&rsquo\;s clinics\, 3\,937 pet s were vaccinated and 340 pets were microchipped. Almost a dozen local vet erinarians and more than 100 others volunteered their services. \;

\;

State and parish codes require all dogs and cats over three months of age be vaccinated and licensed. These drive-thru clinics help prevent the spread of the rabies infection and once vaccinated\, your pet is required to wear a rabies license tag. Cat owners are encouraged t o place the tags on breakaway collars.

\;

A reminder: the legal definition of a pet owner is &ldquo\;any person\, business or e ntity that provides care\, harbors\, acts as custodian\, or permits and an imal to remain on or about his premises.&rdquo\; In the event someone is b itten\, this owner could be held responsible.

\;

For more information\, contact Animal Services at 337-721-3730 or visit \; www.cppj.net.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190301T1519490Z-583899-566@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190330T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190330T120000 SUMMARY:Drive-thru Rabies Vaccination Clinic DESCRIPTION:Clinic dates\, times\, and locations: 7a.m. – noon\, Saturday\, March 16: West-Cal Arena & Events Center parking lot\, 401 Arena Road\, Sulphur 7 a.m. - noon\, Saturday\, March 30: Burton Coliseum Complex parki ng lot\, 7001 Gulf Highway\, Lake Charles. The vaccination and licensing fee for an animal who is already spayed or neutered is $8. For an unalter ed pet\, the fee is $10. Microchipping will also be available at the clini cs. Residents can pay with cash or checks only – no debit or credit card s will be accepted. All cats must be in portable kennels. “These annua l rabies clinics are an easy and convenient way to have your animals vacci nated\,” said Nathan Arena\, Animal Services Director. At last year’s clin ics\, 3\,937 pets were vaccinated and 340 pets were microchipped. Almost a dozen local veterinarians and more than 100 others volunteered their serv ices. State and parish codes require all dogs and cats over three month s of age be vaccinated and licensed. These drive-thru clinics help prevent the spread of the rabies infection and once vaccinated\, your pet is requ ired to wear a rabies license tag. Cat owners are encouraged to place the tags on breakaway collars. A reminder: the legal definition of a pet own er is “any person\, business or entity that provides care\, harbors\, acts as custodian\, or permits and animal to remain on or about his premises.” In the event someone is bitten\, this owner could be held responsible. For more information\, contact Animal Services at 337-721-3730 or visit ww w.cppj.net. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Clinic dates\, times\, and locations:

7a.m. &ndash\; noon\, Saturday\, March 16: \;West-Cal Arena &\; Events Center parking lot\, \;
401 Arena Road\, Sulphur

7 a.m. - noon\, Saturday\, March 30: \;Burton Coliseum Complex parking lot\, 7001 Gulf Highway\, Lake Charles.

\;

The vaccination and licensing fee for an animal who is already spayed or neutered is $8. F or an unaltered pet\, the fee is $10. Microchipping will also be available at the clinics.

\;

Residents can pay with cash or ch ecks only &ndash\; no debit or credit cards will be accepted.

\;

All cats must be in portable kennels.

\;

&ldquo\;These annual rabies clinics are an easy and conve nient way to have your animals vaccinated\,&rdquo\; said Nathan Arena\, An imal Services Director.

At last year&rsquo\;s clinics\, 3\,937 pet s were vaccinated and 340 pets were microchipped. Almost a dozen local vet erinarians and more than 100 others volunteered their services. \;

\;

State and parish codes require all dogs and cats over three months of age be vaccinated and licensed. These drive-thru clinics help prevent the spread of the rabies infection and once vaccinated\, your pet is required to wear a rabies license tag. Cat owners are encouraged t o place the tags on breakaway collars.

\;

A reminder: the legal definition of a pet owner is &ldquo\;any person\, business or e ntity that provides care\, harbors\, acts as custodian\, or permits and an imal to remain on or about his premises.&rdquo\; In the event someone is b itten\, this owner could be held responsible.

\;

For more information\, contact Animal Services at 337-721-3730 or visit \; www.cppj.net.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190301T1521290Z-583899-567@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190629T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190629T200000 SUMMARY:13th Annual Red\, White\, Blue & You Patriot's Ball DESCRIPTION:Mayor and Mrs. Nicholas E. Hunter and the City of Lake Charles Mayor’s Armed Forces Commission (MAFC) will host the 13th Annual Red\, Whi te\, Blue\, and You Patriot’s Ball on Saturday\, June 29\, in the Contraba nd Room at the Lake Charles Civic Center (900 Lakeshore Dr.). Scheduled to begin at 6 p.m. with a social half-hour\, the Patriot’s Ball is the main annual fundraising event for the MAFC\, which supports area veterans\, pat riotic projects and activities. Dinner will begin at 6:30 p.m. and during the evening\, the MAFC will honor four individuals from Southwest Louisia na for their patriotic service to the community: a Civilian Patriot of the Year\, Emergency Responder Patriot of the Year\, and Military Patriot of the Year. A Patriot of the Year will also be remembered posthumously. Dan ce the night away to the sounds of local variety band\, The Tugboats\, who will take the stage immediately after the presentations. During the ev ening’s events\, Miss Armed Forces 2019 will be introduced. The Miss Armed Forces Pageant will take place at American Legion Post 1 (1530 9th St.) a t 5 p.m. Saturday\, May 11\, 2019. Miss Armed Forces represents Lake Char les’ Red\, White\, Blue and You and the Mayor’s Armed Forces Commission at events\, festivals\, and fairs across the state to promote patriotism and honor veterans and members of the Armed Forces. Tickets are now availabl e for purchase at the Lake Charles Civic Center Box Office (cash or check) \, or online at https://www.foundationswla.org. Cost is $50 per ticket. F or more information contact Julie Pippin\, MAFC Liaison\, 337-491-1203. T his event is sponsored by: Acadian Ambulance\, Ferrara Rev Group\, Johnso n Funeral Home\, Suddenlink by Altice. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Mayor and Mrs. Nicholas E. Hunter and the C ity of Lake Charles Mayor&rsquo\;s Armed Forces Commission (MAFC) will hos t the 13th Annual Red\, White\, Blue\, and You Patriot&rsquo\;s Ball on Sa turday\, June 29\, in the Contraband Room at the Lake Charles Civic Center (900 Lakeshore Dr.). Scheduled to begin at 6 p.m. with a social half-hour \, the Patriot&rsquo\;s Ball is the main annual fundraising event for the MAFC\, which supports area veterans\, patriotic projects and activities.&n bsp\;

Dinner will begin at 6:30 p.m. and during the evening\, the MAFC will honor four individuals from Southwest Louisiana for their patrio tic service to the community: a Civilian Patriot of the Year\, Emergency R esponder Patriot of the Year\, and Military Patriot of the Year. A Patriot of the Year will also be remembered posthumously. \;

Dance th e night away to the sounds of local variety band\, The Tugboats\, who will take the stage immediately after the presentations. \; \;
< p>During the evening&rsquo\;s events\, Miss Armed Forces 2019 will be intr oduced. \;The Miss Armed Forces Pageant will take place at American Le gion Post 1 (1530 9^th \;St.) at 5 p.m. Saturday\, May 11\, 2019. \; Miss Armed Forces represents Lake Charles&rsquo\; Red\, White \, Blue and You and the Mayor&rsquo\;s Armed Forces Commission at events\, festivals\, and fairs across the state to promote patriotism and honor ve terans and members of the Armed Forces. \;

Tickets are now ava ilable for purchase at the Lake Charles Civic Center Box Office (cash or c heck)\, or online at \;https://www.foundationswla.org. \; Cost is $50 p er ticket. For more information contact Julie Pippin\, MAFC Liaison\, 337- 491-1203. \;

This event is sponsored by: \; Acadian Ambula nce\, Ferrara Rev Group\, Johnson Funeral Home\, Suddenlink by Altice.&nbs p\;
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20190506T2047440Z-583899-688@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190301 SUMMARY:The Children's Museum: Dr. Dogs and Mad Hatter Science DESCRIPTION:Join the Dr. Dogs Pet Therapy Team at 11 a.m. and learn about t hese amazing animals and how they help those in the community. At 11:30 a. m.\, Joan Vallee Rettke will join us for “Exploring Magnets with Mad Hatte r Science.” The program is limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join the Dr. Dogs Pet Therapy Team at 11 a.m. and learn about these amazing animals and how they help those in the community. At 11:30 a.m.\, Joan Vallee Rettke will join us for &ldquo\;Exp loring Magnets with Mad Hatter Science.&rdquo\; The program is limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up.

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CATEGORIES:General UID:20190301T1537170Z-583899-573@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190301 SUMMARY:The Children's Museum:Sasol's Second Saturday Science Show DESCRIPTION:Sasol continues its 5S Project with “Science of Polymers” at 11 :30 a.m. Presenters Crystal Niermann and Crystal Briscoe will be explainin g what polymers are\, how they can take different structures and useful po lymers in day to day life. The demonstration will show how to make a long chain polymer X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Sasol continues its 5S Project with &ldquo\ ;Science of Polymers&rdquo\; at 11:30 a.m. Presenters Crystal Niermann and Crystal Briscoe will be explaining what polymers are\, how they can take different structures and useful polymers in day to day life. The demonstra tion will show how to make a long chain polymer
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190301T1539200Z-583899-574@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190822T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190822T190000 SUMMARY:Lutcher Service Guild Membership Drive DESCRIPTION:As the LUTCHER THEATER prepares for the 2019-20 40th Anniversar y Season the LUTCHER THEATER SERVICE GUILD\, invites individuals intereste d in getting involved with the arts to join their fabulous volunteer team! The annual Lutcher Theater Service Guild Membership Drive will be held on Thursday\, August 22\, 2019 at 6pm at the Lutcher Theater 3rd Floor Lobby \, 707 Main Ave\, Orange Texas. 77630. The drive is open to the public a nd all are invited for a light supper catered by Elements Café. Informatio n about committees and membership responsibilities will be presented. The Lutcher Theater Service Guild is a non-profit organization whose main obje ctive is to support the Lutcher Theater’s performing arts series. Annually the theater provides entertainment to approximately 30\,000 adults and ch ildren and the Guild helps to facilitate Lutcher events in a variety of wa ys. Additionally\, the Guild offers an opportunity for fun and engaging so cial interaction while affording volunteers choices of working when their schedules allow. Persons interested in volunteering can choose to be inv olved with one or more committees\, which represent the different aspects of the theater’s needs. Volunteer committee opportunities include: Patro n Services: includes ushering\, scanning and counting tickets\, attending concessions and coatroom\, and assisting with hearing devices and binocula r rentals. Hospitality: includes catering and providing “Home Town” hosp itality for national and international touring company members\, and techn ical crews. The Lutcher Theater has earned a national/international reputa tion as the theater known by artists to provide hometown hospitality and t he feeling of “coming home to family.” Sets\, Lights\, Audio and Props: includes assisting backstage with the technical aspects of a show\, such a s loading in\, lighting\, sound\, props and wardrobe for most daytime chil dren’s shows. Administration: includes mailing material relating to boar d meetings\, general membership meetings\, and invitations to special even ts such as the Guild’s Christmas Dinner and Officer Installation Dinner. Audience Development: includes distributing materials such as posters and flyers throughout Southeast Texas and Southwest Louisiana promoting the t heater events to the public. Membership: includes organizing and conduct ing the annual membership drive\, collecting dues and maintaining a curren t membership roster for the Guild. Annual dues for members are $10.00 an d are used to support Guild activities. For more information about the Ser vice Guild or the Lutcher’s upcoming season please call 409-886-5535 or vi sit us online at www.lutcher.org X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
As the \;LUTCHER THEATER \;prepar es for the 2019-20 40^th \;Anniversary Season the \;LUTC HER THEATER SERVICE GUILD\, invites individuals interested in getting invo lved with the arts to join their fabulous volunteer team! The annual Lutch er Theater Service Guild Membership Drive will be held on Thursday\, Augus t 22\, 2019 at 6pm at the Lutcher Theater 3^rd \;Floor Lobby \, 707 Main Ave\, Orange Texas. 77630.

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The drive is open to the public and all are invited for a light supper catere d by Elements Café\;. \;Information about committees and members hip responsibilities will be presented.

The Lutcher Theater Se rvice Guild is a non-profit organization whose main objective is to suppor t the Lutcher Theater&rsquo\;s performing arts series. \;Annually the theater provides entertainment to approximately 30\,000 adults and childre n and the Guild helps to facilitate Lutcher events in a variety of ways.
Additionally\, the Guild offers an opportunity for fun and enga ging social interaction while affording volunteers choices of working when their schedules allow.

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Persons interested in volunteering can choose to be involved with one or more committees\, w hich represent the different aspects of the theater&rsquo\;s needs. Volunt eer committee opportunities include:

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Patro n Services: includes ushering\, scanning and counting tickets\, attending concessions and coatroom\, and assisting with hearing devices and binocula r rentals.

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Hospitality: includes catering and providing &ldquo\;Home Town&rdquo\; hospitality for national and inter national touring company members\, and technical crews. The Lutcher Theate r has earned a national/international reputation as the theater known by a rtists to provide hometown hospitality and the feeling of &ldquo\;coming h ome to family.&rdquo\;

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Sets\, Lights\, Aud io and Props: includes assisting backstage with the technical aspects of a show\, such as loading in\, lighting\, sound\, props and wardrobe for mos t daytime children&rsquo\;s shows.

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Adminis tration: includes mailing material relating to board meetings\, general me mbership meetings\, and invitations to special events such as the Guild&rs quo\;s Christmas Dinner and Officer Installation Dinner.

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Audience Development: includes distributing materials such as posters and flyers throughout Southeast Texas and Southwest Louisiana p romoting the theater events to the public.

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Membership: includes organizing and conducting the annual membership driv e\, collecting dues and maintaining a current membership roster for the Gu ild.

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Annual dues for members are $10.00 an d are used to support Guild activities.

For more information a bout the Service Guild or the Lutcher&rsquo\;s upcoming season please call 409-886-5535 or visit us online at \;www.lutcher.org
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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20210505T1319320Z-583899-1171@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210519T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210519T170000 SUMMARY:LSBDC: Basic Business Bookkeeping DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20210505T1320210Z-583899-1172@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190603T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190603T220000 SUMMARY:LAKE CHARLES COMMUNITY BAND PRESENTS “CATCH A CONCERT” SUMMER SERIE S DESCRIPTION:The Lake Charles Community Band announces plans for the 2019 “C atch A Concert” series that is held each Monday in June. The free public c oncerts will begin at 7 p.m. weekly and will be held on the 2nd floor Mezz anine of Lake Charles Civic Center Civic Center. The theme for the summer of 2019 is “Legends.” Our first concert\, which will be held on June 3\, will pay tribute to some of Broadway’s legendary composers and musicals. The band’s first selection will pay tribute to the classic duo that epitom ized Broadway’s “Golden Age”: Richard Rogers and Oscar Hammerstein. Roger s and Hammerstein pioneered a new form of narrative storytelling that brou ght a new age of Broadway musical classics such asOklahoma\, Carousel\, So uth Pacific\, The King and I\, and South Pacific. The June 3rd concert w ill also feature musical selections from the Broadway favorites Chicago\, Henry Mancini and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s 70’s hit Jesus Christ Superstar\, Frankie Valli 60’s Jersey Boys\, Stephen Sondheim’s Into the Woods\, and t he Swedish group Abba’s jukebox musical Mama Mia! Henry Filmore’s well-kn own march Americans We will finalize the night’s program. On June 10\, t he Band invites all audience members young and old to come dressed as thei r favorite Disney character as they “whisk” the crowd away to the many wor lds of Walt Disney. The band will perform selections from some of Disney’s most legendary movies such as When You Wish Upon A Star from 1940’s Pinoc chio that will feature trumpet soloist Glenn George\; the magical adventur es of Aladdin\; the romantic fantasy Beauty and the Beast\; and from the D isney Renaissance era The Lion King\; The Incredibles and last but not lea st Highlight from Frozen. On June 17\, the Band will feature the music o f Pop and Rock Legends Elton John and Tina Turner\, as well as the interna tionally famous instrumental groups Miami Sound Machine and Chicago. Trump et soloist Brenda Harrington will be featured on Burt Bacharach’s beautifu l ballad from the movie Alfie.  For all Superhero fans in the audience\, t he Band will have music from Captain America\, the First Avengersand highl ights from the medieval fantasy epic Games of Thrones. The final concert of this series is on June 24. Audience members will be asked to join the band and the Louisiana Choral Foundation in honoring the men and women of the Armed Forces who have and still are bearing the hardships of global wa r. The Band will perform such favorites as America the Beautiful\, Because of the Brave\, John William’s Hymn to the Fallen from the movie Private R yan\, America: The Dream Goes On\, Armed Forces Salute and Stars and Strip es Forever. The “Catch a Concert” series leads up to “Red\, White\, Blue and You\,” the city-wide Fourth of July Celebration. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Lake Charles Community Band announces p lans for the 2019 &ldquo\;Catch A Concert&rdquo\; series that is held each Monday in June. The free public concerts will begin at 7 p.m. weekly and will be held on the 2^nd \;floor Mezzanine of Lake Charles C ivic Center Civic Center. The theme for the summer of 2019 is &ldquo\;Lege nds.&rdquo\;

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Our first concert\, which will be hel d on June 3\, will pay tribute to some of Broadway&rsquo\;s legendary comp osers and musicals. The band&rsquo\;s first selection will pay tribute to the classic duo that epitomized Broadway&rsquo\;s &ldquo\;Golden Age&rdquo \;: Richard Rogers and Oscar Hammerstein. \; Rogers and Hammerstein pi oneered a new form of narrative storytelling that brought a new age of Bro adway musical classics such asOklahoma\, Carousel\, South Pacific\, Th e King and I\, and South Pacific.

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The June 3< sup>rd \;concert will also feature musical selections from the B roadway favorites \;Chicago\, \;Henry Mancini and Andrew Lloyd Webber&rsquo\;s 70&rsquo\;s hit \;Jesus Christ Superstar\,&n bsp\;Frankie Valli 60&rsquo\;s \;Jersey Boys\, \;Ste phen Sondheim&rsquo\;s \;Into the Woods\, and the Swedish gro up Abba&rsquo\;s jukebox musical \;Mama Mia! \; Henry Fil more&rsquo\;s well-known march \;Americans We \;will fina lize the night&rsquo\;s program.

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On June 10\, the Band invites all audience members young and old to come dressed as their f avorite Disney character as they &ldquo\;whisk&rdquo\; the crowd away to t he many worlds of Walt Disney. The band will perform selections from some of Disney&rsquo\;s most legendary movies such as \;When You Wish U pon A Star \;from 1940&rsquo\;s Pinocchio that will feature trump et soloist Glenn George\; the magical adventures of \;Aladdin\;&nb sp\;the romantic \;fantasy \;Beauty and the Beas t\; and from the Disney Renaissance era \;The Lion King\; The Incredibles \;and last but not least \;Highlight from Fr ozen.

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On June 17\, the Band will feature the music of Pop and Rock Legends \;Elton John \;and& nbsp\;Tina Turner\, as well as the internationally famous instrumental groups \;Miami Sound Machine \;and& nbsp\;Chicago. Trumpet soloist Brenda Harrington will be featured on Burt Bacharach&rsquo\;s beautiful ballad from the movie \; Alfie. \; \;For all Superhero fans in the audience\, the Band will have music from \;Captain America\, the First Avengersand highlights from the medieval fantasy epic \;Games of Throne s.

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The final concert of this series is on Jun e 24. Audience members will be asked to join the band and the Louisiana Ch oral Foundation in honoring the men and women of the Armed Forces who have and still are bearing the hardships of global war. The Band will perform such favorites as \;America the Beautiful\, Because of the Brave\, John William&rsquo\;s \;Hymn to the Fallen \;from t he movie \;Private Ryan\, America: The Dream Goes On\, \;Armed Forces Salute and Stars and Stripes Forever. \; The &ldquo\;Catch a Concert&rdquo\; series leads up to &ldquo\;R ed\, White\, Blue and You\,&rdquo\; the city-wide Fourth of July Celebrati on. \;
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190426T1853010Z-583899-668@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190307T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190307T130000 SUMMARY:West Calcasieu's Empowering Women's Luncheon DESCRIPTION:West Cal Chamber of Commerce Empowering Women’s Luncheon March 7\, 2019 Time: 12-1pm Doors Open @ 11:30am Location: Holiday Inn / Sulph ur 330 Arena Road Keynote Speaker: Janie D. Fruge` Chief Executive Off icer of West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital Janie Fruge'\, FACHE\, serves a s the Chief Executive Officer of West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital. Prior to assuming this role in July of 2013\, she served as the Chief Operating Of ficer/Chief Nursing Officer of the organization. Fruge' holds a Bachelor o f Science degree in Nursing from McNeese State University and Masters of B usiness Administration Healthcare Management and Nursing degrees from the University of Phoenix. She has been employed with West Calcasieu Cameron H ospital for over 20 years. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html: < tbody>

West Cal Chamber of Commerce< /div>
Empowering Women&rsquo\;s Luncheon

March 7\, 2019

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Time: 12-1pm

Doors Open @ 11: 30am

Location: Holiday Inn / Sulphur
330 Arena Road

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Keynote Speaker:

Janie D. F ruge`

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Chief Executive Officer of

\;West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital

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Janie Fruge'\, FACHE\, serves as the Chief Exec utive Officer of West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital. Prior to

ass uming this role in July of 2013\, she served as the Chief Operating Office r/Chief Nursing Officer of the organization. Fruge' holds a Bachelor of Sc ience degree in Nursing from McNeese State University and Masters of Busin ess Administration Healthcare Management and Nursing degrees from the Univ ersity of Phoenix. She has been employed with West Calcasieu Cameron Hospi tal for over 20 years.

CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:Holiday Inn/ Sulphur UID:20190124T1432580Z-583899-486@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200124T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200124T183000 SUMMARY:Why I Paint with Kevin Leveque DESCRIPTION:Beginning on Friday\, January 24\, Historic City Hall Arts and Cultural Center will exhibit the work of Lake Charles artist Kevin Lawrenc e Leveque in a brand new show titled “Why I Paint.” The opening reception will be held from 5:30 to 8 p.m. and is open to the public with free admi ssion. Leveque studied fine art under scholarship at Art Center College o f Design in Los Angeles\, California. After years of traveling abroad and in the U.S.\, he moved back to his lovely hometown\, Lake Charles\, Louisi ana\, where the artist explains he “lives to paint.” “I paint the poetic landscape where field meets stream\, forest touches sky\, and prairie runs to the ocean\,” said Leveque. “Good people work their land and love their homes. The weather has many moods. Its power and beauty command our atten tion. Great storms and gentle rain help shape the land. Nature has a story to tell to those who will listen.” Complementing his landscape painting\ , is a newer endeavor\, figurative art. Winsome young women are simplified in form\, often with their silhouette as a bold element in the compositio n. The women are set in sentimental and domestic scenes. Some compositions \, both landscape and figurative\, recall the unique style\, unusual color palette and dreamy quality of great illustrator Maxfield Parrish. While visiting the Center\, be sure to see “American Visionary: The Life and Tim es of JFK” in the third floor gallery. This exhibition features the work o f 77 rarely seen photographs of JFK and Jackie. Gallery by the Lake’s “Col or Crescendo” is on view in its second floor gallery\, as is Black Heritag e Gallery’s “Remembering the Help.” Historic City Hall is open Tuesday th rough Saturday\, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is free. Charlestown Farmers’ Market is open on Bilbo Street behind the center every Saturday 8 a.m.-no on. For more information\, please call 491-9147 or visit www.cityoflakecha rles.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Beginning on Friday\, January 24\, Historic City Hall Arts and Cultural Center will exhibit the work of Lake Charles artist Kevin Lawrence Leveque in a brand new show titled &ldquo\;Why I Pai nt.&rdquo\; \; The opening reception will be held from 5:30 to 8 p.m. and is open to the public with free admission. \;

Leveque stud ied fine art under scholarship at Art Center College of Design in Los Ange les\, California. After years of traveling abroad and in the U.S.\, he mov ed back to his lovely hometown\, Lake Charles\, Louisiana\, where the arti st explains he &ldquo\;lives to paint.&rdquo\; \;

&ldquo\;I pa int the poetic landscape where field meets stream\, forest touches sky\, a nd prairie runs to the ocean\,&rdquo\; said Leveque. &ldquo\;Good people w ork their land and love their homes. The weather has many moods. Its power and beauty command our attention. Great storms and gentle rain help shape the land. Nature has a story to tell to those who will listen.&rdquo\;&nb sp\;

Complementing his landscape painting\, is a newer endeavor\, figurative art. Winsome young women are simplified in form\, often with th eir silhouette as a bold element in the composition. The women are set in sentimental and domestic scenes. Some compositions\, both landscape and fi gurative\, recall the unique style\, unusual color palette and dreamy qual ity of great illustrator Maxfield Parrish. \;

While visiting t he Center\, be sure to see &ldquo\;American Visionary: The Life and Times of JFK&rdquo\; in the third floor gallery. This exhibition features the wo rk of 77 rarely seen photographs of JFK and Jackie. Gallery by the Lake&rs quo\;s &ldquo\;Color Crescendo&rdquo\; is on view in its second floor gall ery\, as is Black Heritage Gallery&rsquo\;s &ldquo\;Remembering the Help.& rdquo\; \;

Historic City Hall is open Tuesday through Saturday \, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is free. Charlestown Farmers&rsquo\; Market is open on Bilbo Street behind the center every Saturday 8 a.m.-noon. For more information\, please call 491-9147 or visit \;www.cityoflakecharles.c om.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center UID:20200121T1945150Z-583899-1044@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190426T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190426T210000 SUMMARY:Pop Up Galleries\, Art Competitions\, and more at Spring Art Walk DESCRIPTION:On Friday\, April 26\, from 5pm to 9pm\, downtown Lake Charles will celebrate the Lake Area’s vibrant cultural community during the Arts Council of SWLA’s annual Spring Art Walk. This year’s free event focuses o n creating a unique bazaar atmosphere through a full-force showcase of the arts\, including the visual\, theatrical\, literary\, and musical talents that make Lake Charles unique. Coffee shops\, businesses\, restaurants\ , and other downtown spaces will be transformed into pop-up galleries for the evening\, complete with street performers\, art competitions\, and an extensive outdoor art market. Residents and visitors will be able to tour historic downtown properties and businesses while enjoying refreshments an d the best in Southwest Louisiana arts. Participating venues will offer dr ink specials\, concessions\, and giveaways\, in conjunction with art exhib its and creative\, interactive games and activities. The Art War competi tions\, in which teams of adult and student artists compete to create a mu ral in one hour in front of a live audience\, will make its highly anticip ated return. Mediums and styles range from ink and brush to traditional oi l and acrylic and even graffiti will be used as the audience gets to watch the entire creation process\, and vote with tip money to choose the winne rs. Participating venues plus featured artists and performers will be re leased soon. Maps of participating locations and artists will be available on the Arts Council website as well as at each venue during Spring Art Wa lk. Spring Art Walk is presented by the Arts Council of SWLA\, the City of Lake Charles\, and PPG Industries with major sponsorship from the Art F actory\, ASI Printing\, Event Solutions\, Image 360\, Knight Media\, Inc.\ , The Limo Daddy Buddy Russ Bus\, Magnolia LNG\, Nick Reina State Farm\, a nd Redfish Rentals. For details on participating venues\, artists\, and ac tivities\, visit www.artscouncilswla.org or call (337) 439-2787 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
On Friday\, April 26\, from 5pm to 9pm\, do wntown Lake Charles will celebrate the Lake Area&rsquo\;s vibrant cultural community during the Arts Council of SWLA&rsquo\;s annual Spring Art Walk . This year&rsquo\;s free event focuses on creating a unique bazaar atmosp here through a full-force showcase of the arts\, including the visual\, th eatrical\, literary\, and musical talents that make Lake Charles unique.
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Coffee shops\, businesses\, restaurants\, and other downtown spaces will be transformed into pop-up galleries for the evening \, complete with street performers\, art competitions\, and an extensive o utdoor art market. Residents and visitors will be able to tour historic do wntown properties and businesses while enjoying refreshments and the best in Southwest Louisiana arts. Participating venues will offer drink special s\, concessions\, and giveaways\, in conjunction with art exhibits and cre ative\, interactive games and activities.

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The Art War competitions\, in which teams of adult and student artists compete to create a mural in one hour in front of a live audience\, will make its hig hly anticipated return. Mediums and styles range from ink and brush to tra ditional oil and acrylic and even graffiti will be used as the audience ge ts to watch the entire creation process\, and vote with tip money to choos e the winners.

\;

Participating venues plus featured artists and performers will be released soon. Maps of participating locati ons and artists will be available on the Arts Council website as well as a t each venue during Spring Art Walk.

\;

Spring Art Wa lk is presented by the Arts Council of SWLA\, the City of Lake Charles\, a nd PPG Industries with major sponsorship from the Art Factory\, ASI Printi ng\, Event Solutions\, Image 360\, Knight Media\, Inc.\, The Limo Daddy Bu ddy Russ Bus\, Magnolia LNG\, Nick Reina State Farm\, and Redfish Rentals. For details on participating venues\, artists\, and activities\, visit&nb sp\;www.a rtscouncilswla.org \;or call (337) 439-2787
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190405T1525170Z-583899-643@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190921T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190922T030000 SUMMARY:SOWELA’s Fourth Annual Flying Tiger Car Show & BBQ Competition Date Announced DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, September 21\, 2019\, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.\, the SOWELA Foundation will host the Flying Tigers Car Show and BBQ Competitio n with all proceeds benefiting student scholarships. The car show is free and open to the public. BBQ tasting tickets are $5 per person\, kids five years old and under are free. The event will be held at SOWELA Technical C ommunity College\, 3820 Senator J. Bennett Johnston Ave.\, Lake Charles\, LA 70615. Automobile enthusiasts are encouraged to showcase their vehicl es. Early bird registration is $30 per vehicle if registered by September 15\, 2019. Awards will be given in a variety of categories\, and vehicle r egistrants are eligible to win customized car part trophies. Vehicle regis trants will also receive a BBQ tasting ticket and limited-edition Flying T iger Car Show coaster. Both novice and professional barbecuers are invit ed to compete in the BBQ competition for cash prizes and bragging rights. Award categories include ribs\, BBQ chicken\, brisket and pulled meat. The competition is not sanctioned. Early bird registration is $90 for a team of five individuals if registered by September 15\, 2019. For informatio n\, visit www.sowela.edu/carshow. SOWELA Foundation promotes community s tewardship and empowers students of SOWELA Technical Community College to launch their careers through scholarships\, professorships\, staff develop ment\, technological advancements\, program improvements\, and capital exp ansion. Donations go directly to the College to help provide students with a world class education in Southwest Louisiana. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
On Saturday\, September 21\, 2019\, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.\, the SOWELA Foundation will host the Flying Tigers Car Sho w and BBQ Competition with all proceeds benefiting student scholarships. T he car show is free and open to the public. BBQ tasting tickets are $5 per person\, kids five years old and under are free. The event will be held a t SOWELA Technical Community College\, 3820 Senator J. Bennett Johnston Av e.\, Lake Charles\, LA 70615.

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Automobile enthusias ts are encouraged to showcase their vehicles. Early bird registration is $ 30 per vehicle if registered by September 15\, 2019. Awards will be given in a variety of categories\, and vehicle registrants are eligible to win c ustomized car part trophies. Vehicle registrants will also receive a BBQ t asting ticket and limited-edition Flying Tiger Car Show coaster.

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Both novice and professional barbecuers are invited to comp ete in the BBQ competition for cash prizes and bragging rights. Award cate gories include ribs\, BBQ chicken\, brisket and pulled meat. The competiti on is not sanctioned. Early bird registration is $90 for a team of five in dividuals if registered by September 15\, 2019.

\;

Fo r information\, visit \;www.sowela.edu/carshow.

\;

SOWELA Foundation promotes community stewardship and empowers students of SOWELA Technical Community College to launch their careers through scholarships\ , professorships\, staff development\, technological advancements\, progra m improvements\, and capital expansion. Donations go directly to the Colle ge to help provide students with a world class education in Southwest Loui siana.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:www.sowela.edu/carshow. UID:20190308T1930370Z-583899-590@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190330T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190330T140000 SUMMARY:City of Lake Charles Mayor’s Armed Forces Commission to Host “Natio nal Vietnam War Veterans Day” Ceremony DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles Mayor’s Armed Forces Commission will h ost a “National Vietnam War Veterans Day” event on Saturday\, March 30\, a t 10 a.m.\, at Veterans Memorial Park\, located on the north side of the C ivic Center grounds. The event is being held to honor United States Arme d Forces Vietnam War Veterans and will feature guest speaker Colonel Willi am (Bill) S. Reeder\, Jr.\, Ret. 361st AWC-AH-1G Cobra Pilot. A former pri soner of war\, and author of Through the Valley: My Captivity in Vietnam\, he will share his personal account of being the last United States Army P risoner of War captured during the Vietnam War. Colonel Reeder spent 320 d ays in captivity. Following the program\, Mayor’s Armed Forces Commissio n members will distribute official 50th Commemoration pins to all Vietnam Veterans present. The United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration defines a Vietnam War Veteran as United States Armed Forces personnel wit h active duty service years from November 1\, 1955\, to May 15\, 1975\, re gardless of location of service.    Refreshments will be available follo wing the ceremony and the public is encouraged to attend. In the event of inclement weather\, the ceremony will be held inside the Lake Charles Civi c Center on the second floor Mezzanine. The event is sponsored by Paul’ s Rib Shack Barbecue\, Coca-Cola\, Henderson Implement\, Hunt Brothers Piz za\, K-Jon Sewer & Septic Service\, Sam’s Club\, Hampton Inn\, Calcasieu P arish Sheriff Department    Sponsors of the Mayor’s Armed Forces Commiss ion are Acadian Ambulance\, Billy Navarre\, Calcasieu Refining \, Ferrara RevGroup\, Johnson Funeral Home\, Lu Creager/Team LC Latter & Blum\, Moff ett Realty\, Inc.\, Stines\, Suddenlink by Altice For more information\, call 491-1201. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles Mayor&rsquo\;s Arm ed Forces Commission will host a &ldquo\;National Vietnam War Veterans Day &rdquo\; event on Saturday\, March 30\, at 10 a.m.\, at Veterans Memorial Park\, located on the north side of the Civic Center grounds.

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The event is being held to honor United States Armed Forces Vi etnam War Veterans and will feature guest speaker Colonel William (Bill) S . Reeder\, Jr.\, Ret. 361^st \;AWC-AH-1G Cobra Pilot. A form er prisoner of war\, and author of \;Through the Valley: My Captiv ity in Vietnam\, \;he will share his personal account of being th e last United States Army Prisoner of War captured during the Vietnam War. Colonel Reeder spent 320 days in captivity.

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Follo wing the program\, Mayor&rsquo\;s Armed Forces Commission members will dis tribute official 50^th \;Commemoration pins to all Vietnam V eterans present.

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The United States of America Viet nam War Commemoration defines a Vietnam War Veteran as United States Armed Forces personnel with active duty service years from November 1\, 1955\, to May 15\, 1975\, regardless of location of service. \; \; \;

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Refreshments will be available following the cere mony and the public is encouraged to attend. In the event of inclement wea ther\, the ceremony will be held inside the Lake Charles Civic Center on t he second floor Mezzanine. \;

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The event is spo nsored by Paul&rsquo\;s Rib Shack Barbecue\, Coca-Cola\, Henderson Impleme nt\, Hunt Brothers Pizza\, K-Jon Sewer &\; Septic Service\, Sam&rsquo\; s Club\, Hampton Inn\, Calcasieu Parish Sheriff Department \; \; \;

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Sponsors o f the Mayor&rsquo\;s Armed Forces Commission are Acadian Ambulance\, Billy Navarre\, Calcasieu Refining \, Ferrara RevGroup\, \; Johnson Funeral Home\, Lu Creager/Team LC Latter &\; Blum\, Moffett Realty\, Inc.\, St ines\, Suddenlink by Altice

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For more information\, call 491-1201.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190308T1932080Z-583899-591@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190317T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190317T140000 SUMMARY:Shamrocks and Champagne Brunch Set for St. Patrick’s Day at Gray Pl antation DESCRIPTION:Shamrocks and Champagne Brunch Set for St. Patrick’s Day at Gra y Plantation Lake Charles\, Louisiana\, March 7\, 2019 – CHRISTUS Ochsner Health Southwestern Louisiana begins a new St. Patrick’s Day tradition wit h their Champagne and Shamrocks Brunch at Gray Plantation\, 6150 Graywood Parkway\, on March 17. “We have tremendous backing from the community for our St. Patrick’s Day events\, and we are thrilled to present something ne w and exciting to southwestern Louisiana with the brunch\,” said Kay Barne tt\, CFRE\, CHRISTUS Ochsner Southwestern Louisiana Foundation Executive D irector. The Champagne and Shamrocks Brunch is set for 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p .m. Tickets are $75 per person and can be purchased through March 15. Host ed by the Foundation’s board of directors\, the event benefits the CHRISTU S Ochsner St. Patrick Hospital Outpatient Physical Rehabilitation Program. “We received outstanding support from our community partners and sponsors to ensure that our first Champagne and Shamrocks Brunch is a rousing succ ess\,” acknowledged Barnett. “The Foundation and everyone at the outpatien t rehab program would love to thank Flavin Realty\, Gray Plantation\, Merr ill Lynch\, KPLC\, Cumulus Radio\, Citgo\, and Lundy\, Lundy\, Soileau and South for their generosity and encouragement.” Organizers conceived the e vent as a cosmopolitan\, adults-only occasion where attendees will enjoy a delicious brunch\, drinks and entertainment from Chester and Jairus Daigl e. “We are incredibly grateful for the generosity and compassion shown by this community and for their continued assistance in our efforts to provid e the very best care to the patients of Southwest Louisiana\,” expressed B arnett. “The Green Hat Fun Run/Walk/Crawl and now the Shamrocks and Champa gne Brunch make a tangible difference in our patients’ lives by improving the facilities\, technology and capabilities at our rehabilitation center. ” For more information\, contact Cara Wyland by phone at 337.430.5353 or b y email at cara.wyland@christushealth.org. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Shamrocks and Champagne Brunch Set for St. Patrick&rsquo\;s Day at Gray Plantation

Lake Charles\, Lo uisiana\, March 7\, 2019 &ndash\; CHRISTUS Ochsner Health Southwestern Lou isiana begins a new St. Patrick&rsquo\;s Day tradition with their Champagn e and Shamrocks Brunch at Gray Plantation\, 6150 Graywood Parkway\, on Mar ch 17.

&ldquo\;We have tremendous backing from the commun ity for our St. Patrick&rsquo\;s Day events\, and we are thrilled to prese nt something new and exciting to southwestern Louisiana with the brunch\,& rdquo\; said Kay Barnett\, CFRE\, CHRISTUS Ochsner Southwestern Louisiana Foundation Executive Director.

The Champagne and Shamrock s Brunch is set for 11:00 a.m. &ndash\; 2:00 p.m. Tickets are $75 per pers on and can be purchased through March 15. Hosted by the Foundation&rsquo\; s board of directors\, the event benefits the CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick Hospital Outpatient Physical Rehabilitation Program.

&ldquo\;We received outstanding support from our community partners and sponsors to ensure that our first Champagne and Shamrocks Brunch is a rou sing success\,&rdquo\; acknowledged Barnett. &ldquo\;The Foundation and ev eryone at the outpatient rehab program would love to thank Flavin Realty\, Gray Plantation\, Merrill Lynch\, KPLC\, Cumulus Radio\, Citgo\, and Lund y\, Lundy\, Soileau and South for their generosity and encouragement.&rdqu o\;

Organizers conceived the event as a cosmopolita n\, adults-only occasion where attendees will enjoy a delicious brunch\, d rinks and entertainment from Chester and Jairus Daigle.

& ldquo\;We are incredibly grateful for the generosity and compassion shown by this community and for their continued assistance in our efforts to pro vide the very best care to the patients of Southwest Louisiana\,&rdquo\; e xpressed Barnett. &ldquo\;The Green Hat Fun Run/Walk/Crawl and now the Sha mrocks and Champagne Brunch make a tangible difference in our patients&rsq uo\; lives by improving the facilities\, technology and capabilities at ou r rehabilitation center.&rdquo\;

For more informati on\, contact Cara Wyland by phone at 337.430.5353 or by email at \;cara.wyland@c hristushealth.org.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190308T1941100Z-583899-592@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190921T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190921T123000 SUMMARY:McNeese: Out of the Darkness Walk DESCRIPTION:The Out of the Darkness Walk will be held Sept. 21 from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Lake Charles Civic Center\, and includes registration \, a brief ceremony and the walk. This free event benefits the American Fo undation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP). This annual walk held in cities ar ound the U.S. raises awareness and funds that allow the AFSP to invest in new research\, create education programs\, advocate for public policy and support survivors of suicide loss. This year’s event co-chairs are Dr. Kev in Yaudes\, McNeese State University assistant professor of psychology and the Kay Dore’ Counseling Center (KDCC) faculty adviser\, and Dr. Angeliqu e Ogea\, dean of the Burton College of Education. The KDCC is establishing a clinical focus on suicide education and prevention. The center is also working with several local organizations to raise awareness on mental heal th. “Statistics from the Calcasieu Parish Coroner’s Office show that the suicide rate in Calcasieu Parish is above both the state and national aver age\,” says Yaudes. “This is a problem for our community and only heighten s the importance of the Out of the Darkness Walk and other events that bri ng attention to suicide education.” This event is open free to the public. For more information or to sign up as a volunteer\, contact the Kay Dore’ Counseling Center at 337-475-5981. Individuals and groups can register to participate in Out of the Darkness by visiting afsp.donordrive.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Out of the Darkness Walk will be held S ept. 21 from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Lake \;Charles Civic Center\, and includes registration\, a brief ceremony and the walk. This free even t \;benefits the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP).
This annual walk held in cities around the U.S. raises awareness and fu nds that allow the AFSP \;to invest in new research\, create education programs\, advocate for public policy and support \;survivors of suic ide loss.

This year&rsquo\;s event co-chairs are Dr. Kevin Y audes\, McNeese State University assistant professor \;of psychology a nd the Kay Dore&rsquo\; Counseling Center (KDCC) faculty adviser\, and Dr. Angelique \;Ogea\, dean of the Burton College of Education.
The KDCC is establishing a clinical focus on suicide education and prevention. The center is \;also working with several local organizations to rais e awareness on mental health. \;

&ldquo\;Statistics from the C alcasieu Parish Coroner&rsquo\;s Office show that the suicide rate in Calc asieu \;Parish is above both the state and national average\,&rdquo\; says Yaudes. &ldquo\;This is a problem for our \;community and only he ightens the importance of the Out of the Darkness Walk and other events&nb sp\;that bring attention to suicide education.&rdquo\;

This event is open free to the public. For more information or to sign up as a volunteer\, contact \;the Kay Dore&rsquo\; Counseling Center at 337-47 5-5981.

Individuals and groups can register to participate i n Out of the Darkness by visiting
afsp.donordrive.com.
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20190911T1622220Z-583899-898@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190517T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190517T210000 SUMMARY:DOWNTOWN AT SUNDOWN: Calcasieu Cajun Ramblers DESCRIPTION:On Wed.\, Mar. 7\, the City announced plans for the 21st annual Downtown at Sundown concert series for four consecutive Fridays from 6 to 9 p.m. beginning on May 17. The outdoor music festival will take place in the 1000 block of Ryan Street in front of 1911 Historic City Hall and the Parish Courthouse. This year’s event is supported entirely by corporate s ponsorships from the American Press\, Capital One Bank\, CITGO Petroleum\, Stockwell Sievert Law Firm\, Entergy\, Lake Charles Toyota\, Fuerst\, Car rier & Ogden\, Delta Downs Racetrack & Casino\, and Erdace Companies. Th e series kicks off with the Calcasieu Cajun Ramblers on May 17\; Terrance Simien and the Zydeco Experience on May 24\; Bluesiana RED on May 31\; and the series wraps up with The Tugboats on June 7. “Every year\, Downtown at Sundown brings thousands of residents and visitors to experience Downt own Lake Charles as a thriving urban community\,” said Mayor Nic Hunter. “ We have added some additional crowd entertainment and outdoor lighting thi s year that is sure to thrill residents.” Beverage sales will benefit th e Literacy Council of SWLA. The street-fair format will feature food and b everage\, table top galleries\, merchandise vendors\, activities for kids as well as a variety of music. Lawn chairs are welcome\; however\, ice coo lers and pets are prohibited. In case of rain\, the concerts will take pla ce inside the Lake Charles Civic Center. Pictured are sponsors (left to right): Marlisa Harding (American Press)\, Scott Waldrop (Lake Charles Toy ota)\, Dana Keel (CITGO Petroleum)\, Nora Popillion (Delta Downs Racetrack & Casino)\, Carl Ambrose (Erdace Companies)\, Randy Fuerst (Fuerst\, Carr ier & Ogden)\, Fil Bordelon (Capital One Bank)\, Margaret Harris (Entergy) \, and Dallas Kingham (Stockwell Sievert Law Firm). For more information \, call 337-491-9159 or visit CityOfLakeCharles.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
On Wed.\, Mar. 7\, the City announced plans for the 21st annual Downtown at Sundown concert series for four consecuti ve Fridays from 6 to 9 p.m. beginning on May 17. The outdoor music festiva l will take place in the 1000 block of Ryan Street in front of 1911 Histor ic City Hall and the Parish Courthouse. This year&rsquo\;s event is suppor ted entirely by corporate sponsorships from the American Press\, Capital O ne Bank\, CITGO Petroleum\, Stockwell Sievert Law Firm\, Entergy\, Lake Ch arles Toyota\, Fuerst\, Carrier &\; Ogden\, Delta Downs Racetrack &\ ; Casino\, and Erdace Companies.

\;

The series kicks off with the Calcasieu Cajun Ramblers on May 17\; Terrance Simien and the Zydeco Experience on May 24\; Bluesiana RED on May 31\; and the series wra ps up with The Tugboats on June 7.

\;

&ldquo\;Every y ear\, Downtown at Sundown brings thousands of residents and visitors to ex perience Downtown Lake Charles as a thriving urban community\,&rdquo\; sai d Mayor Nic Hunter. &ldquo\;We have added some additional crowd entertainm ent and outdoor lighting this year that is sure to thrill residents.&rdquo \;

\;

Beverage sales will benefit the Literacy Counci l of SWLA. The street-fair format will feature food and beverage\, table t op galleries\, merchandise vendors\, activities for kids as well as a vari ety of music. Lawn chairs are welcome\; however\, ice coolers and pets are prohibited. In case of rain\, the concerts will take place inside the Lak e Charles Civic Center.

\;

Pictured are sponsors (lef t to right): Marlisa Harding (American Press)\, Scott Waldrop (Lake Charle s Toyota)\, Dana Keel (CITGO Petroleum)\, Nora Popillion (Delta Downs Race track &\; Casino)\, Carl Ambrose (Erdace Companies)\, Randy Fuerst (Fue rst\, Carrier &\; Ogden)\, Fil Bordelon (Capital One Bank)\, Margaret H arris (Entergy)\, and Dallas Kingham (Stockwell Sievert Law Firm).

\;

For more information\, call 337-491-9159 or visit CityOfL akeCharles.com.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190308T1946330Z-583899-593@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190524T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190524T210000 SUMMARY:DOWNTOWN AT SUNDOWN: Terrance Simien and the Zydeco Experience DESCRIPTION:On Wed.\, Mar. 7\, the City announced plans for the 21st annual Downtown at Sundown concert series for four consecutive Fridays from 6 to 9 p.m. beginning on May 17. The outdoor music festival will take place in the 1000 block of Ryan Street in front of 1911 Historic City Hall and the Parish Courthouse. This year’s event is supported entirely by corporate s ponsorships from the American Press\, Capital One Bank\, CITGO Petroleum\, Stockwell Sievert Law Firm\, Entergy\, Lake Charles Toyota\, Fuerst\, Car rier & Ogden\, Delta Downs Racetrack & Casino\, and Erdace Companies. Th e series kicks off with the Calcasieu Cajun Ramblers on May 17\; Terrance Simien and the Zydeco Experience on May 24\; Bluesiana RED on May 31\; and the series wraps up with The Tugboats on June 7. “Every year\, Downtown at Sundown brings thousands of residents and visitors to experience Downt own Lake Charles as a thriving urban community\,” said Mayor Nic Hunter. “ We have added some additional crowd entertainment and outdoor lighting thi s year that is sure to thrill residents.” Beverage sales will benefit th e Literacy Council of SWLA. The street-fair format will feature food and b everage\, table top galleries\, merchandise vendors\, activities for kids as well as a variety of music. Lawn chairs are welcome\; however\, ice coo lers and pets are prohibited. In case of rain\, the concerts will take pla ce inside the Lake Charles Civic Center. Pictured are sponsors (left to right): Marlisa Harding (American Press)\, Scott Waldrop (Lake Charles Toy ota)\, Dana Keel (CITGO Petroleum)\, Nora Popillion (Delta Downs Racetrack & Casino)\, Carl Ambrose (Erdace Companies)\, Randy Fuerst (Fuerst\, Carr ier & Ogden)\, Fil Bordelon (Capital One Bank)\, Margaret Harris (Entergy) \, and Dallas Kingham (Stockwell Sievert Law Firm). For more information \, call 337-491-9159 or visit CityOfLakeCharles.com X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
On Wed.\, Mar. 7\, the City announced plans for the 21st annual Downtown at Sundown concert series for four consecuti ve Fridays from 6 to 9 p.m. beginning on May 17. The outdoor music festiva l will take place in the 1000 block of Ryan Street in front of 1911 Histor ic City Hall and the Parish Courthouse. This year&rsquo\;s event is suppor ted entirely by corporate sponsorships from the American Press\, Capital O ne Bank\, CITGO Petroleum\, Stockwell Sievert Law Firm\, Entergy\, Lake Ch arles Toyota\, Fuerst\, Carrier &\; Ogden\, Delta Downs Racetrack &\ ; Casino\, and Erdace Companies.

\;

The series kicks off with the Calcasieu Cajun Ramblers on May 17\; Terrance Simien and the Zydeco Experience on May 24\; Bluesiana RED on May 31\; and the series wra ps up with The Tugboats on June 7.

\;

&ldquo\;Every y ear\, Downtown at Sundown brings thousands of residents and visitors to ex perience Downtown Lake Charles as a thriving urban community\,&rdquo\; sai d Mayor Nic Hunter. &ldquo\;We have added some additional crowd entertainm ent and outdoor lighting this year that is sure to thrill residents.&rdquo \;

\;

Beverage sales will benefit the Literacy Counci l of SWLA. The street-fair format will feature food and beverage\, table t op galleries\, merchandise vendors\, activities for kids as well as a vari ety of music. Lawn chairs are welcome\; however\, ice coolers and pets are prohibited. In case of rain\, the concerts will take place inside the Lak e Charles Civic Center.

\;

Pictured are sponsors (lef t to right): Marlisa Harding (American Press)\, Scott Waldrop (Lake Charle s Toyota)\, Dana Keel (CITGO Petroleum)\, Nora Popillion (Delta Downs Race track &\; Casino)\, Carl Ambrose (Erdace Companies)\, Randy Fuerst (Fue rst\, Carrier &\; Ogden)\, Fil Bordelon (Capital One Bank)\, Margaret H arris (Entergy)\, and Dallas Kingham (Stockwell Sievert Law Firm).

\;

For more information\, call 337-491-9159 or visit CityOfL akeCharles.com
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190308T1947230Z-583899-594@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190531T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190531T210000 SUMMARY:DOWNTOWN AT SUNDOWN: Bluesiana RED DESCRIPTION:On Wed.\, Mar. 7\, the City announced plans for the 21st annual Downtown at Sundown concert series for four consecutive Fridays from 6 to 9 p.m. beginning on May 17. The outdoor music festival will take place in the 1000 block of Ryan Street in front of 1911 Historic City Hall and the Parish Courthouse. This year’s event is supported entirely by corporate s ponsorships from the American Press\, Capital One Bank\, CITGO Petroleum\, Stockwell Sievert Law Firm\, Entergy\, Lake Charles Toyota\, Fuerst\, Car rier & Ogden\, Delta Downs Racetrack & Casino\, and Erdace Companies. Th e series kicks off with the Calcasieu Cajun Ramblers on May 17\; Terrance Simien and the Zydeco Experience on May 24\; Bluesiana RED on May 31\; and the series wraps up with The Tugboats on June 7. “Every year\, Downtown at Sundown brings thousands of residents and visitors to experience Downt own Lake Charles as a thriving urban community\,” said Mayor Nic Hunter. “ We have added some additional crowd entertainment and outdoor lighting thi s year that is sure to thrill residents.” Beverage sales will benefit th e Literacy Council of SWLA. The street-fair format will feature food and b everage\, table top galleries\, merchandise vendors\, activities for kids as well as a variety of music. Lawn chairs are welcome\; however\, ice coo lers and pets are prohibited. In case of rain\, the concerts will take pla ce inside the Lake Charles Civic Center. Pictured are sponsors (left to right): Marlisa Harding (American Press)\, Scott Waldrop (Lake Charles Toy ota)\, Dana Keel (CITGO Petroleum)\, Nora Popillion (Delta Downs Racetrack & Casino)\, Carl Ambrose (Erdace Companies)\, Randy Fuerst (Fuerst\, Carr ier & Ogden)\, Fil Bordelon (Capital One Bank)\, Margaret Harris (Entergy) \, and Dallas Kingham (Stockwell Sievert Law Firm). For more information \, call 337-491-9159 or visit CityOfLakeCharles.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
On Wed.\, Mar. 7\, the City announced plans for the 21st annual Downtown at Sundown concert series for four consecuti ve Fridays from 6 to 9 p.m. beginning on May 17. The outdoor music festiva l will take place in the 1000 block of Ryan Street in front of 1911 Histor ic City Hall and the Parish Courthouse. This year&rsquo\;s event is suppor ted entirely by corporate sponsorships from the American Press\, Capital O ne Bank\, CITGO Petroleum\, Stockwell Sievert Law Firm\, Entergy\, Lake Ch arles Toyota\, Fuerst\, Carrier &\; Ogden\, Delta Downs Racetrack &\ ; Casino\, and Erdace Companies.

\;

The series kicks off with the Calcasieu Cajun Ramblers on May 17\; Terrance Simien and the Zydeco Experience on May 24\; Bluesiana RED on May 31\; and the series wra ps up with The Tugboats on June 7.

\;

&ldquo\;Every y ear\, Downtown at Sundown brings thousands of residents and visitors to ex perience Downtown Lake Charles as a thriving urban community\,&rdquo\; sai d Mayor Nic Hunter. &ldquo\;We have added some additional crowd entertainm ent and outdoor lighting this year that is sure to thrill residents.&rdquo \;

\;

Beverage sales will benefit the Literacy Counci l of SWLA. The street-fair format will feature food and beverage\, table t op galleries\, merchandise vendors\, activities for kids as well as a vari ety of music. Lawn chairs are welcome\; however\, ice coolers and pets are prohibited. In case of rain\, the concerts will take place inside the Lak e Charles Civic Center.

\;

Pictured are sponsors (lef t to right): Marlisa Harding (American Press)\, Scott Waldrop (Lake Charle s Toyota)\, Dana Keel (CITGO Petroleum)\, Nora Popillion (Delta Downs Race track &\; Casino)\, Carl Ambrose (Erdace Companies)\, Randy Fuerst (Fue rst\, Carrier &\; Ogden)\, Fil Bordelon (Capital One Bank)\, Margaret H arris (Entergy)\, and Dallas Kingham (Stockwell Sievert Law Firm).

\;

For more information\, call 337-491-9159 or visit CityOfL akeCharles.com.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190308T1948170Z-583899-595@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190607T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190607T210000 SUMMARY: DOWNTOWN AT SUNDOWN: The Tugboats DESCRIPTION:On Wed.\, Mar. 7\, the City announced plans for the 21st annual Downtown at Sundown concert series for four consecutive Fridays from 6 to 9 p.m. beginning on May 17. The outdoor music festival will take place in the 1000 block of Ryan Street in front of 1911 Historic City Hall and the Parish Courthouse. This year’s event is supported entirely by corporate s ponsorships from the American Press\, Capital One Bank\, CITGO Petroleum\, Stockwell Sievert Law Firm\, Entergy\, Lake Charles Toyota\, Fuerst\, Car rier & Ogden\, Delta Downs Racetrack & Casino\, and Erdace Companies. Th e series kicks off with the Calcasieu Cajun Ramblers on May 17\; Terrance Simien and the Zydeco Experience on May 24\; Bluesiana RED on May 31\; and the series wraps up with The Tugboats on June 7. “Every year\, Downtown at Sundown brings thousands of residents and visitors to experience Downt own Lake Charles as a thriving urban community\,” said Mayor Nic Hunter. “ We have added some additional crowd entertainment and outdoor lighting thi s year that is sure to thrill residents.” Beverage sales will benefit th e Literacy Council of SWLA. The street-fair format will feature food and b everage\, table top galleries\, merchandise vendors\, activities for kids as well as a variety of music. Lawn chairs are welcome\; however\, ice coo lers and pets are prohibited. In case of rain\, the concerts will take pla ce inside the Lake Charles Civic Center. Pictured are sponsors (left to right): Marlisa Harding (American Press)\, Scott Waldrop (Lake Charles Toy ota)\, Dana Keel (CITGO Petroleum)\, Nora Popillion (Delta Downs Racetrack & Casino)\, Carl Ambrose (Erdace Companies)\, Randy Fuerst (Fuerst\, Carr ier & Ogden)\, Fil Bordelon (Capital One Bank)\, Margaret Harris (Entergy) \, and Dallas Kingham (Stockwell Sievert Law Firm). For more information \, call 337-491-9159 or visit CityOfLakeCharles.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
On Wed.\, Mar. 7\, the City announced plans for the 21st annual Downtown at Sundown concert series for four consecuti ve Fridays from 6 to 9 p.m. beginning on May 17. The outdoor music festiva l will take place in the 1000 block of Ryan Street in front of 1911 Histor ic City Hall and the Parish Courthouse. This year&rsquo\;s event is suppor ted entirely by corporate sponsorships from the American Press\, Capital O ne Bank\, CITGO Petroleum\, Stockwell Sievert Law Firm\, Entergy\, Lake Ch arles Toyota\, Fuerst\, Carrier &\; Ogden\, Delta Downs Racetrack &\ ; Casino\, and Erdace Companies.

\;

The series kicks off with the Calcasieu Cajun Ramblers on May 17\; Terrance Simien and the Zydeco Experience on May 24\; Bluesiana RED on May 31\; and the series wra ps up with The Tugboats on June 7.

\;

&ldquo\;Every y ear\, Downtown at Sundown brings thousands of residents and visitors to ex perience Downtown Lake Charles as a thriving urban community\,&rdquo\; sai d Mayor Nic Hunter. &ldquo\;We have added some additional crowd entertainm ent and outdoor lighting this year that is sure to thrill residents.&rdquo \;

\;

Beverage sales will benefit the Literacy Counci l of SWLA. The street-fair format will feature food and beverage\, table t op galleries\, merchandise vendors\, activities for kids as well as a vari ety of music. Lawn chairs are welcome\; however\, ice coolers and pets are prohibited. In case of rain\, the concerts will take place inside the Lak e Charles Civic Center.

\;

Pictured are sponsors (lef t to right): Marlisa Harding (American Press)\, Scott Waldrop (Lake Charle s Toyota)\, Dana Keel (CITGO Petroleum)\, Nora Popillion (Delta Downs Race track &\; Casino)\, Carl Ambrose (Erdace Companies)\, Randy Fuerst (Fue rst\, Carrier &\; Ogden)\, Fil Bordelon (Capital One Bank)\, Margaret H arris (Entergy)\, and Dallas Kingham (Stockwell Sievert Law Firm).

\;

For more information\, call 337-491-9159 or visit CityOfL akeCharles.com.

\;
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190308T1949110Z-583899-596@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210517T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210517T120000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families: SWLA Virtual Resource Information DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:Online UID:20210420T1314050Z-583899-1162@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190215T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190215T220000 SUMMARY:Live at the Lake Front: DESCRIPTION:Join us for the opening week of Live at the Lakefront 2019\, th e free annual concert series presented by the Arts & Humanities Council of SWLA\, the City of Lake Charles\, Deep South Productions\, and Hancock an d Whitney Bank. GIVERS kicks off the 2019 season with the headlining perfo rmance on March 15th. Ever the disciples of movement\, GIVERS channels Afr o-pop polyrhythms and art rock collage into raw\, transcendent joy. The ba nd has toured world class stages\, both international and domestic\, becom ing a fixture on the major festival circuit\, including Bonnaroo and Lolla palooza\, and winning appearances on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon and Jimm y Kimmel Live! The band’s creative nucleus of Taylor Guarisco\, Tif Lamson \, and Josh LeBlanc has transitioned from celebrating life to probing its complications: the cruel fiction of unmet expectations\, the deflation in opportunities lost and the elation in new ones found. In the process\, the y left the place of the band’s birth (Lafayette\, LA) for the cultural kal eidoscope of New Orleans\, now the site of their coming of age. Opening fo r GIVERS on March 15th is LVVRS\, a modern rock n' roll group that combine s elements of modern pop\, alternative rock\, and world beat to create an infectious sound\, along with Cry Baby\, a band out of the Lake Area with a genuine 50's rock n' roll vibe. This week's concert is sponsored by Hanc ock Whitney Bank and Nick Reina State Farm. Live at the Lakefront also inc ludes an eclectic open-air art market and tasty eats from area food trucks . The public is encouraged to bring chairs and a blanket to put down on th e amphitheater's communal green space. All beverage sales benefit the Arts Council\, and no outside ice chests or beverages are allowed. Per the cit y of Lake Charles\, canine friends are NOT allowed. DON'T MISS THE OTHER T WO CONCERTS! March 22 - The Flamethrowers\, Maggie Belle Band\, and the Zy depokes March 29 - Wayne Toups\, Soul Creole\, and Mickey Smith Jr. Live @ the Lakefront is presented by the Arts Council of SWLA\, the City of Lake Charles\, Deep South Productions\, First Federal Bank of LA\, and the Joh nson Law Firm\, with major sponsorship from Crying Eagle Brewing\, Hancock Whitney Bank\, Nick Reina State Farm\, and Shiner Beers. Additional suppo rt is given by ASI Printing\, Automotive Alignment\, Assurance Financial\, Beverage Sales Inc.\, Coca-Cola\, CSE Federal Credit Union\, Delta Downs\ , Edward Jones\, Event Solutions\, Iberia Bank\, Image360\, Jeff Davis Ban k\, Knight Media Inc\, KPLC-TV\, the Lake Charles/SWLA CVB\, Lake City Ent ertainment\, the Louisiana Division of the Arts\, Louisiana Mortgage Assoc iates\, Louisiana Radio Communications\, Parker Brand Creative Services\, Panorama Music House\, Phillips 66\, Porche’ Aerial Imagery\, Redfish Rent als\, Southwest Beverage\, and Stevens & Guilbeaux Financial Consulting Gr oup. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us for the opening week of Live at the Lakefront 2019\, the free annual concert series presented by the Arts &am p\; Humanities Council of SWLA\, the City of Lake Charles\, Deep South Pro ductions\, and Hancock and Whitney Bank.

GIVERS kicks off the 2019 season with the headlining performance on March 15th. Ever the discip les of movement\, GIVERS channels Afro-pop polyrhythms and art rock collag e into raw\, transcendent joy. The band has toured world class stages\, bo th international and domestic\, becoming a fixture on the major festival c ircuit\, including Bonnaroo and Lollapalooza\, and winning appearances on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon and Jimmy Kimmel Live! The band&rsquo\;s crea tive nucleus of Taylor Guarisco\, Tif Lamson\, and Josh LeBlanc has transi tioned from celebrating life to probing its complications: the cruel ficti on of unmet expectations\, the deflation in opportunities lost and the ela tion in new ones found. In the process\, they left the place of the band&r squo\;s birth (Lafayette\, LA) for the cultural kaleidoscope of New Orlean s\, now the site of their coming of age.

Opening for GIVERS on March 15th is LVVRS\, a modern rock n' roll group that combines elements of modern pop\, alternative rock\, and world beat to create an infectious sound\, along with Cry Baby\, a band out of the Lake Area with a genuine 5 0's rock n' roll vibe. This week's concert is sponsored by Hancock Whitney Bank and Nick Reina State Farm.

Live at the Lakefront also in cludes an eclectic open-air art market and tasty eats from area food truck s. The public is encouraged to bring chairs and a blanket to put down on t he amphitheater's communal green space. All beverage sales benefit the Art s Council\, and no outside ice chests or beverages are allowed. Per the ci ty of Lake Charles\, canine friends are NOT allowed.

DON'T MIS S THE OTHER TWO CONCERTS!
March 22 - The Flamethrowers\, Maggie Belle Band\, and the Zydepokes

March 29 - Wayne Toups\, Soul Creole\ , and Mickey Smith Jr.

Live @ the Lakefront is presented by th e Arts Council of SWLA\, the City of Lake Charles\, Deep South Productions \, First Federal Bank of LA\, and the Johnson Law Firm\, with major sponso rship from Crying Eagle Brewing\, Hancock Whitney Bank\, Nick Reina State Farm\, and Shiner Beers. Additional support is given by ASI Printing\, Aut omotive Alignment\, Assurance Financial\, Beverage Sales Inc.\, Coca-Cola\ , CSE Federal Credit Union\, Delta Downs\, Edward Jones\, Event Solutions\ , Iberia Bank\, Image360\, Jeff Davis Bank\, Knight Media Inc\, KPLC-TV\, the Lake Charles/SWLA CVB\, Lake City Entertainment\, the Louisiana Divisi on of the Arts\, Louisiana Mortgage Associates\, Louisiana Radio Communica tions\, Parker Brand Creative Services\, Panorama Music House\, Phillips 6 6\, Porche&rsquo\; Aerial Imagery\, Redfish Rentals\, Southwest Beverage\, and Stevens &\; Guilbeaux Financial Consulting Group.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:https://www.facebook.com/events/2239778452958576/ UID:20190218T1532570Z-583899-545@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190322T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190322T220000 SUMMARY:Live at the Lake Front: Maggie Belle Band DESCRIPTION:Join us for the second week of Live at the Lakefront 2019\, the free annual concert series presented by the Arts & Humanities Council of SWLA\, the City of Lake Charles\, The Johnson Firm\, and Deep South Produc tions\, with major support from Crying Eagle Brewing. The Flamethrowers wi ll be headlining the second week of the series on March 22nd. This homegro wn favorite has consistently sold out venues across the Gulf Coast since 2 005. The popular party rock band performs high energy cover songs from acr oss the decades\, and their popularity has been steadily growing through t he years\, thanks to a signature stage presence that makes them a favorite act in the Lake Area. Opening for the Flamethrowers on March 22nd is New Orleans original\, Maggie Belle Band\; a 7-piece ensemble with an original blend of R&B\, soul\, funk\, blues\, and an occasional touch of hip hop\, along with the Zyde-Pokes\, McNeese’s official traditional Zydeco band. T his concert is brought to you by Crying Eagle Brewing. Live at the Lakefro nt also includes an eclectic open-air art market and tasty eats from area food trucks. The public is encouraged to bring chairs and a blanket to put down on the amphitheater's communal green space. All beverage sales benef it the Arts Council\, and no outside ice chests are allowed. Per the city of Lake Charles\, canine friends are NOT allowed. Live @ the Lakefront is presented by the Arts Council of SWLA\, the City of Lake Charles\, Deep So uth Productions\, First Federal Bank of LA\, and the Johnson Law Firm\, wi th major sponsorship from Crying Eagle Brewing\, Hancock Whitney Bank\, Ni ck Reina State Farm\, and Shiner Beers. Additional support is given by ASI Printing\, Automotive Alignment\, Assurance Financial\, Beverage Sales In c.\, Coca-Cola\, CSE Federal Credit Union\, Delta Downs\, Edward Jones\, E vent Solutions\, Iberia Bank\, Image360\, Jeff Davis Bank\, Knight Media I nc\, KPLC-TV\, the Lake Charles/SWLA CVB\, Lake City Entertainment\, the L ouisiana Division of the Arts\, Louisiana Mortgage Associates\, Louisiana Radio Communications\, Parker Brand Creative Services\, Panorama Music Hou se\, Phillips 66\, Porche’ Aerial Imagery\, Redfish Rentals\, Southwest Be verage\, and Stevens & Guilbeaux Financial Consulting Group X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us for the second week of Live at the Lakefront 2019\, the free annual concert series presented by the Arts & \; Humanities Council of SWLA\, the City of Lake Charles\, The Johnson Fir m\, and Deep South Productions\, with major support from Crying Eagle Brew ing.

The Flamethrowers will be headlining the second week of t he series on March 22nd. This homegrown favorite has consistently sold out venues across the Gulf Coast since 2005. The popular party rock band perf orms high energy cover songs from across the decades\, and their popularit y has been steadily growing through the years\, thanks to a signature stag e presence that makes them a favorite act in the Lake Area.

Ope ning for the Flamethrowers on March 22nd is New Orleans original\, Maggie Belle Band\; a 7-piece ensemble with an original blend of R&\;B\, soul\ , funk\, blues\, and an occasional touch of hip hop\, along with the Zyde- Pokes\, McNeese&rsquo\;s official traditional Zydeco band. This concert is brought to you by Crying Eagle Brewing.

Live at the Lakefront also includes an eclectic open-air art market and tasty eats from area fo od trucks. The public is encouraged to bring chairs and a blanket to put d own on the amphitheater's communal green space. All beverage sales benefit the Arts Council\, and no outside ice chests are allowed. Per the city of Lake Charles\, canine friends are NOT allowed.

Live @ the Lak efront is presented by the Arts Council of SWLA\, the City of Lake Charles \, Deep South Productions\, First Federal Bank of LA\, and the Johnson Law Firm\, with major sponsorship from Crying Eagle Brewing\, Hancock Whitney Bank\, Nick Reina State Farm\, and Shiner Beers. Additional support is gi ven by ASI Printing\, Automotive Alignment\, Assurance Financial\, Beverag e Sales Inc.\, Coca-Cola\, CSE Federal Credit Union\, Delta Downs\, Edward Jones\, Event Solutions\, Iberia Bank\, Image360\, Jeff Davis Bank\, Knig ht Media Inc\, KPLC-TV\, the Lake Charles/SWLA CVB\, Lake City Entertainme nt\, the Louisiana Division of the Arts\, Louisiana Mortgage Associates\, Louisiana Radio Communications\, Parker Brand Creative Services\, Panorama Music House\, Phillips 66\, Porche&rsquo\; Aerial Imagery\, Redfish Renta ls\, Southwest Beverage\, and Stevens &\; Guilbeaux Financial Consultin g Group
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:https://www.facebook.com/events/279590112719538/ UID:20190218T1549400Z-583899-546@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190808T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190808T120000 SUMMARY:Tips to Potty Training DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend Potty Training: Tips to help you help your child become toilet trained on Thursday\, August 8\, 2019 from 10 AM to 12 PM at Beauregard Parish Library - DeRidder Branch\, 205 South Washi ngton Street\, DeRidder\, LA 70634. Join us as China Guillory\, EarlySte ps Community Outreach Specialist\, walks you through the process of potty training! Seating is limited! There is no fee to attend but registratio n is required! China Guillory Families Helping Families of SWLA\, Inc. i nfo@fhfswla.org 337-436-2570 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
You are invited to attend Potty Training: Tips to help you help your child become toilet trained on Thursday\, Augu st 8\, 2019 from 10 AM to 12 PM at Beauregard Parish Library - DeRidder Br anch\, 205 South Washington Street\, DeRidder\, LA 70634.

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Join us as China Guillory\, EarlySteps Community Outreach Specialist\, walks you through the process of potty training!

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Se ating is limited! \;There is no fee to attend but registration is req uired!

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China Guillory

Families Helping Families of SWLA\, Inc.
info@fhfswla. org

337-436-2570

CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Beauregard Parish Library - DeRidder UID:20190724T1509190Z-583899-839@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191108T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191108T213000 SUMMARY:BANDSTAND at Lutcher Theater for 1 Night ONLY! DESCRIPTION:LUTCHER THEATER is proud to announce that the Tony Award®-winni ng Broadway musical\, Bandstand\, will play LUTCHER THEATER in Orange\, Te xas on Friday\, November 8\, 2019 at 7:30 p.m.  Originally directed and ch oreographed by three-time Tony winner and Hamilton choreographer\, Andy Bl ankenbuehler\, featuring music by Richard Oberacker with book and lyrics b y Robert Taylor and Richard Oberacker\, this poignant and inspiring new Am erican musical explodes with infectious music and high-octane\, heart-stop ping swing dancing. Tickets for Bandstand begin at $55 and are available at www.lutcher.org. Performance schedule\, prices and cast are subject to change without notice. For more information\, please visit www.lutcher.or g. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
LUTCHER THEATER \;is pro ud to announce that the Tony Award^®\;-winning Broadway music al\, \;Bandstand\, \;will play \;LUTCHER THEATER in Orange\, T exas on Friday\, November 8\, 2019 at 7:30 p.m. \; \;Originally di rected and choreographed by three-time Tony winner and \;Hamilton \;choreographer\, \;Andy Blankenbuehler\, featuring music by \;Ric hard Oberacker \;with book and lyrics by \;Robert Taylor \;and Richard Oberacker\, this poignant and inspiring new American musical expl odes with infectious music and high-octane\, heart-stopping swing dancing.

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CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lutcher Theater UID:20191024T1325360Z-583899-960@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190329T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190329T220000 SUMMARY:Live at the Lake Front: Wayne Toups DESCRIPTION:Join us for the finale show of LIVE AT THE LAKEFRONT 2019\, the free annual concert series presented by the Arts & Humanities Council of SWLA\, the City of Lake Charles\, The Johnson Firm\, and Deep South Produc tions\, with major support from Shiner Beer. Closing out the season on Mar ch 29th will be “Cajun Springsteen” himself\, Wayne Toups. This Grammy win ner and four-time hall of fame recipient\, has rocked the stage in over tw enty countries. He has dubbed his original sound as “zydecajun\,” fusing t raditional Cajun\, the bluesier sound of Zydeco\, and a touch of good ol’ rock n’ roll. His flashy performance style on the accordion\, lyrics that are primarily English\, and accessible rock n’ roll sound have made him a trail blazer in his genre and captivated a broad audience for decades. Ope ning for Wayne Toups is Louis Michot’s Cajun and Zydeco jam band\, Soul Cr eole\, in company with three-time Grammy nominee and master of the saxopho ne\, Mickey Smith Jr. This week's concert is brought to you by Shiner Beer . Live at the Lakefront also includes an eclectic open-air art market and tasty eats from area food trucks. The public is encouraged to bring chairs and a blanket to put down on the amphitheater's communal green space. No dogs or outside ice chests please! All beverage sales benefit the Arts Cou ncil. Live @ the Lakefront is presented by the Arts Council of SWLA\, the City of Lake Charles\, Deep South Productions\, First Federal Bank of LA\, and the Johnson Law Firm\, with major sponsorship from Crying Eagle Brewi ng\, Hancock Whitney Bank\, Nick Reina State Farm\, and Shiner Beers. Addi tional support is given by ASI Printing\, Automotive Alignment\, Assurance Financial\, Beverage Sales Inc.\, Coca-Cola\, CSE Federal Credit Union\, Delta Downs\, Edward Jones\, Event Solutions\, Iberia Bank\, Image360\, Je ff Davis Bank\, Knight Media Inc\, KPLC-TV\, the Lake Charles/SWLA CVB\, L ake City Entertainment\, the Louisiana Division of the Arts\, Louisiana Mo rtgage Associates\, Louisiana Radio Communications\, Parker Brand Creative Services\, Panorama Music House\, Phillips 66\, Porche’ Aerial Imagery\, Redfish Rentals\, Southwest Beverage\, and Stevens & Guilbeaux Financial C onsulting Group. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us for the finale show of LIVE AT THE LAKEFRONT 2019\, the free annual concert series presented by the Arts & \; Humanities Council of SWLA\, the City of Lake Charles\, The Johnson Fir m\, and Deep South Productions\, with major support from Shiner Beer.

Closing out the season on March 29th will be &ldquo\;Cajun Springs teen&rdquo\; himself\, Wayne Toups. This Grammy winner and four-time hall of fame recipient\, has rocked the stage in over twenty countries. He has dubbed his original sound as &ldquo\;zydecajun\,&rdquo\; fusing traditiona l Cajun\, the bluesier sound of Zydeco\, and a touch of good ol&rsquo\; ro ck n&rsquo\; roll. His flashy performance style on the accordion\, lyrics that are primarily English\, and accessible rock n&rsquo\; roll sound have made him a trail blazer in his genre and captivated a broad audience for decades.

Opening for Wayne Toups is Louis Michot&rsquo\;s Caju n and Zydeco jam band\, Soul Creole\, in company with three-time Grammy no minee and master of the saxophone\, Mickey Smith Jr. This week's concert i s brought to you by Shiner Beer.

Live at the Lakefront also in cludes an eclectic open-air art market and tasty eats from area food truck s. The public is encouraged to bring chairs and a blanket to put down on t he amphitheater's communal green space.

No dogs or outside ice chests please! All beverage sales benefit the Arts Council.

L ive @ the Lakefront is presented by the Arts Council of SWLA\, the City of Lake Charles\, Deep South Productions\, First Federal Bank of LA\, and th e Johnson Law Firm\, with major sponsorship from Crying Eagle Brewing\, Ha ncock Whitney Bank\, Nick Reina State Farm\, and Shiner Beers. Additional support is given by ASI Printing\, Automotive Alignment\, Assurance Financ ial\, Beverage Sales Inc.\, Coca-Cola\, CSE Federal Credit Union\, Delta D owns\, Edward Jones\, Event Solutions\, Iberia Bank\, Image360\, Jeff Davi s Bank\, Knight Media Inc\, KPLC-TV\, the Lake Charles/SWLA CVB\, Lake Cit y Entertainment\, the Louisiana Division of the Arts\, Louisiana Mortgage Associates\, Louisiana Radio Communications\, Parker Brand Creative Servic es\, Panorama Music House\, Phillips 66\, Porche&rsquo\; Aerial Imagery\, Redfish Rentals\, Southwest Beverage\, and Stevens &\; Guilbeaux Financ ial Consulting Group.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:https://www.facebook.com/events/325500144960753/ UID:20190218T1543580Z-583899-547@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190315T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190315T220000 SUMMARY:Live at the Lake Front: LVVRS & Cry Baby DESCRIPTION:Join us for the opening week of Live at the Lakefront 2019\, th e free annual concert series presented by the Arts & Humanities Council of SWLA\, the City of Lake Charles\, Deep South Productions\, and Hancock an d Whitney Bank. GIVERS kicks off the 2019 season with the headlining perfo rmance on March 15th. Ever the disciples of movement\, GIVERS channels Afr o-pop polyrhythms and art rock collage into raw\, transcendent joy. The ba nd has toured world class stages\, both international and domestic\, becom ing a fixture on the major festival circuit\, including Bonnaroo and Lolla palooza\, and winning appearances on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon and Jimm y Kimmel Live! The band’s creative nucleus of Taylor Guarisco\, Tif Lamson \, and Josh LeBlanc has transitioned from celebrating life to probing its complications: the cruel fiction of unmet expectations\, the deflation in opportunities lost and the elation in new ones found. In the process\, the y left the place of the band’s birth (Lafayette\, LA) for the cultural kal eidoscope of New Orleans\, now the site of their coming of age. Opening fo r GIVERS on March 15th is LVVRS\, a modern rock n' roll group that combine s elements of modern pop\, alternative rock\, and world beat to create an infectious sound\, along with Cry Baby\, a band out of the Lake Area with a genuine 50's rock n' roll vibe. This week's concert is sponsored by Hanc ock Whitney Bank and Nick Reina State Farm. Live at the Lakefront also inc ludes an eclectic open-air art market and tasty eats from area food trucks . The public is encouraged to bring chairs and a blanket to put down on th e amphitheater's communal green space. All beverage sales benefit the Arts Council\, and no outside ice chests or beverages are allowed. Per the cit y of Lake Charles\, canine friends are NOT allowed. DON'T MISS THE OTHER T WO CONCERTS! March 22 - The Flamethrowers\, Maggie Belle Band\, and the Zy depokes March 29 - Wayne Toups\, Soul Creole\, and Mickey Smith Jr. Live @ the Lakefront is presented by the Arts Council of SWLA\, the City of Lake Charles\, Deep South Productions\, First Federal Bank of LA\, and the Joh nson Law Firm\, with major sponsorship from Crying Eagle Brewing\, Hancock Whitney Bank\, Nick Reina State Farm\, and Shiner Beers. Additional suppo rt is given by ASI Printing\, Automotive Alignment\, Assurance Financial\, Beverage Sales Inc.\, Coca-Cola\, CSE Federal Credit Union\, Delta Downs\ , Edward Jones\, Event Solutions\, Iberia Bank\, Image360\, Jeff Davis Ban k\, Knight Media Inc\, KPLC-TV\, the Lake Charles/SWLA CVB\, Lake City Ent ertainment\, the Louisiana Division of the Arts\, Louisiana Mortgage Assoc iates\, Louisiana Radio Communications\, Parker Brand Creative Services\, Panorama Music House\, Phillips 66\, Porche’ Aerial Imagery\, Redfish Rent als\, Southwest Beverage\, and Stevens & Guilbeaux Financial Consulting Gr oup. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us for the opening week of Live at the Lakefront 2019\, the free annual concert series presented by the Arts &am p\; Humanities Council of SWLA\, the City of Lake Charles\, Deep South Pro ductions\, and Hancock and Whitney Bank.

GIVERS kicks off the 2019 season with the headlining performance on March 15th. Ever the discip les of movement\, GIVERS channels Afro-pop polyrhythms and art rock collag e into raw\, transcendent joy. The band has toured world class stages\, bo th international and domestic\, becoming a fixture on the major festival c ircuit\, including Bonnaroo and Lollapalooza\, and winning appearances on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon and Jimmy Kimmel Live! The band&rsquo\;s crea tive nucleus of Taylor Guarisco\, Tif Lamson\, and Josh LeBlanc has transi tioned from celebrating life to probing its complications: the cruel ficti on of unmet expectations\, the deflation in opportunities lost and the ela tion in new ones found. In the process\, they left the place of the band&r squo\;s birth (Lafayette\, LA) for the cultural kaleidoscope of New Orlean s\, now the site of their coming of age.

Opening for GIVERS on March 15th is LVVRS\, a modern rock n' roll group that combines elements of modern pop\, alternative rock\, and world beat to create an infectious sound\, along with Cry Baby\, a band out of the Lake Area with a genuine 5 0's rock n' roll vibe. This week's concert is sponsored by Hancock Whitney Bank and Nick Reina State Farm.

Live at the Lakefront also in cludes an eclectic open-air art market and tasty eats from area food truck s. The public is encouraged to bring chairs and a blanket to put down on t he amphitheater's communal green space. All beverage sales benefit the Art s Council\, and no outside ice chests or beverages are allowed. Per the ci ty of Lake Charles\, canine friends are NOT allowed.

DON'T MIS S THE OTHER TWO CONCERTS!
March 22 - The Flamethrowers\, Maggie Belle Band\, and the Zydepokes

March 29 - Wayne Toups\, Soul Creole\ , and Mickey Smith Jr.

Live @ the Lakefront is presented by th e Arts Council of SWLA\, the City of Lake Charles\, Deep South Productions \, First Federal Bank of LA\, and the Johnson Law Firm\, with major sponso rship from Crying Eagle Brewing\, Hancock Whitney Bank\, Nick Reina State Farm\, and Shiner Beers. Additional support is given by ASI Printing\, Aut omotive Alignment\, Assurance Financial\, Beverage Sales Inc.\, Coca-Cola\ , CSE Federal Credit Union\, Delta Downs\, Edward Jones\, Event Solutions\ , Iberia Bank\, Image360\, Jeff Davis Bank\, Knight Media Inc\, KPLC-TV\, the Lake Charles/SWLA CVB\, Lake City Entertainment\, the Louisiana Divisi on of the Arts\, Louisiana Mortgage Associates\, Louisiana Radio Communica tions\, Parker Brand Creative Services\, Panorama Music House\, Phillips 6 6\, Porche&rsquo\; Aerial Imagery\, Redfish Rentals\, Southwest Beverage\, and Stevens &\; Guilbeaux Financial Consulting Group.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:https://www.facebook.com/events/2239778452958576/ UID:20190218T1549130Z-583899-548@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190926T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190926T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Johnny Appleseed DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Johnny Appleseed with crafts in the ArtSpace from 10 :30 a.m.-12 p.m. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Celebrate Johnny Appleseed with \; craf ts in the ArtSpace from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

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CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190819T1357250Z-583899-877@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181204T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181204T180000 SUMMARY:First Guaranty Bank: Open House DESCRIPTION:Dine\, drink and delight in our new digs! Join us for an open h ouse at our new Loan Production Office in Lake Charles to mix and mingle w ith Commercial Lender\, Rahul Patel and our FGB family. Food will be pro vided by Dat Truck! TUESDAY\, DECEMBER 4TH | 4 - 6 PM 4740 NELSON RD. SUITE #320 LAKE CHARLES\, LA 70605 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Dine \, drink and delight in our new digs! Join us for an open house at our new Loan Production Office in Lake Charles to mix and mingle with Commercial Lender\, Rahul Patel and our FGB family.

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TUESDAY\, DECEMBER 4TH | 4 - 6 PM

4740 NELSON RD. SUITE #320

LAKE CHARLES\, LA 70605

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CATEGORIES:Entertainment UID:20181129T2052420Z-583899-421@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210724 SUMMARY:Larry Schuh: Retrospective DESCRIPTION:Over 90 works by Larry Schuh dating back from 1977 to present d ay. July 24 - Sept. 4 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Over 90 works by Larry Schuh dating back from 1977 to p resent day. \;July 24 - Sept. 4
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center UID:20210727T2051520Z-583899-1195@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220201T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220201T210000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Notary Exam Prep Course DESCRIPTION:This course provides the preparation for Louisiana's state nota ry exam. Class discussions will focus on mortgages\, conveyances\, leases\ , contracts\, legal descriptions\, successions\, wills\, trusts\, and comm unity property regime. The Louisiana court system and the Notary Public's role within that system will be included in the discussion. Starts Februar y 1 and goes through May 10. (42 Hours of instruction once a week over 14 weeks) Costs: $599 Learn More X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

This course provides the preparation for Louisiana's state notar y exam. Class discussions will focus on mortgages\, conveyances\, leases\, contracts\, legal descriptions\, successions\, wills\, trusts\, and commu nity property regime. The Louisiana court system and the Notary Public's r ole within that system will be included in the discussion.

Starts February 1 and goes through May 10. (42 Hours of instruction once a week over 14 weeks)

Costs: $599

< /table> CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20221215T1456090Z-583899-1521@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220509T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220509T150000 SUMMARY:The Brimstone Museum Exhibits “The Art & History of the Bible” DESCRIPTION:The Brimstone Museum and Sulphur Parks and Recreation announce the start of the next exhibit\, for public display\, at the Henning Cultur al Center in Sulphur\, Louisiana. “The Art and History of the Bible\,” to be a two-floor gallery exhibit at the historic Henning house\, 923 S. Ruth St.\, Sulphur. Admission is always free. This exhibit featured a gallery talk with the collector\, Mr. Castleberry\, on Saturday\, May 7th. Guests may schedule field trips or tours to hear from him directly as he provide s insight and additional context for this visual display that he has compi led.  “The Art & History of the Bible” is brought to us by a private colle ctor\, Stormy Castleberry\, who started collecting whole copies and fragme nts of historic Bibles about 10 years ago. He has since collected many his toric fragments\, reproductions\, and original bindings\, as well as educa tional materials\, to create a whole\, informational and inspirational dis play. This exhibit will be on display until July 9. To schedule a tour\, please call the Brimstone Museum or Henning Cultural Center during busine ss hours or email us at Trahan@BrimstoneMuseum.org Godsey@BrimstoneMuseum. org 337-527-0357 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Brim stone Museum and Sulphur Parks and Recreation announce the start of the ne xt exhibit\, for public display\, at the Henning Cultural Center in Sulphu r\, Louisiana. &ldquo\;The Art and History of the Bible\,&rdquo\; to be a two-floor gallery exhibit at the historic Henning house\, 923 S. Ruth St.\ , Sulphur. Admission is always free. This exhibit featured a gallery talk with the collector\, Mr. Castleberry\, on Saturday\, May 7th. \;
Guests may schedule field trips or tours to hear from him directly as h e provides insight and additional context for this visual display that he has compiled. \; \;&ldquo\;The Art &\; History of the Bible&rdq uo\; is brought to us by a private collector\, Stormy Castleberry\, who st arted collecting whole copies and fragments of historic Bibles about 10 ye ars ago. He has since collected many historic fragments\, reproductions\, and original bindings\, as well as educational materials\, to create a who le\, informational and inspirational display. \;
This exhibit will be on display until July 9. \;
To schedule a tour\, pleas e call the Brimstone Museum or Henning Cultural Center during business hou rs or email us at
Trah an@BrimstoneMuseum.org
Godsey@BrimstoneMuseum.org
337-527-0357
\; CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Henning Cultural Center UID:20220509T1921120Z-583899-1378@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220524T063000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220524T073000 SUMMARY:SOWELA: Spring Commencement DESCRIPTION:SOWELA Technical Community College will host its Spring commenc ement ceremony on Tuesday\, May 24\, at 6:30 p.m. in the Lake Charles Civi c Center Coliseum. Approximately 297 students are eligible to graduate and receive degrees for Spring 2022.   Louisiana Lieutenant Governor Billy Nu ngesser will present the Commencement address. Lt. Governor Nungesser is L ouisiana’s ambassador as Commissioner of the Department of Culture\, Recre ation and Tourism. He left a successful business career to enter politics following Hurricane Katrina. Under his administration\, Louisiana celebrat ed a record-breaking 53.2 million visitors\, bringing in more than $18.9 b illion to the state.   Graduation also includes the Washington-Marion High School JROTC conducting a Presentation of Colors and Ms. Latricia Thierry singing the National Anthem. The ceremony will also include the first Mac hine Tool Technology graduating class\, which launched Fall 2020.   SOWELA ’s graduation ceremony is open to the public. For information about Commen cement\, contact SOWELA at (337) 421-6550 or email graduationinfo@sowela.e du.   X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
SOWELA Technical Community College will hos t its Spring commencement ceremony on Tuesday\, May 24\, at 6:30 p.m. in t he Lake Charles Civic Center Coliseum. Approximately 297 students are elig ible to graduate and receive degrees for Spring 2022. \; \;
< p>Louisiana Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser \;will present the Com mencement address. Lt. Governor Nungesser is Louisiana&rsquo\;s ambassador as Commissioner of the Department of Culture\, Recreation and Tourism. He left a successful business career to enter politics following Hurricane K atrina. Under his administration\, Louisiana celebrated a record-breaking 53.2 million visitors\, bringing in more than $18.9 billion to the state.& nbsp\; \;
Graduation also includes the Washington-Marion High School JROTC conducting a Presentation of Colors and Ms. Latricia Thierry singing the National Anthem. The ceremony will also include the first Mach ine Tool Technology graduating class\, which launched Fall 2020. \;&nb sp\;
SOWELA&rsquo\;s graduation ceremony is open to the public. Fo r information about Commencement\, contact SOWELA at (337) 421-6550 or ema il \;graduationinfo@sowela. edu. \; \;
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:SOWELA Community Technical College UID:20220518T1327100Z-583899-1382@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220429T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220429T200000 SUMMARY:McNeese Choir Concert DESCRIPTION:McNeese State University’s W.A. and Dorothy Hanna Department of Performing Arts will present the McNeese Choirs\, Concert Chorale and Cha mber Singers in a free concert at 7 p.m. Friday\, April 29\, in Ralph Squi res Recital Hall under the direction of Dr. Darryl Jones\, who is retiring this spring after 22 years as director of choral activities.   Faculty ac companists for the choirs will be Dr. HaeJu Choi and Dr. Lina Morita. The choirs will sing music selections from such composers as Michael Haydn\, F ranz Joseph Haydn\, Cecil Effinger\, Cy Coleman\, Stephen Sondheim\, Randa ll Stroope and Dan Forrest. The singers will also be joined onstage for se veral selections by McNeese choir alumni who have performed with Jones ove r the years. A reception to honor Jones and the performers will follow th e concert. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese State University&rsquo\;s W.A. and Dorothy Hanna Department of Performing Arts will present the McNeese Choir s\, Concert Chorale and Chamber Singers in a free concert at 7 p.m. Friday \, April 29\, in Ralph Squires Recital Hall under the direction of Dr. Dar ryl Jones\, who is retiring this spring after 22 years as director of chor al activities. \; \;
Faculty accompanists for the choirs w ill be Dr. HaeJu Choi and Dr. Lina Morita.
The choirs will sing mu sic selections from such composers as Michael Haydn\, Franz Joseph Haydn\, Cecil Effinger\, Cy Coleman\, Stephen Sondheim\, Randall Stroope and Dan Forrest. The singers will also be joined onstage for several selections by McNeese choir alumni who have performed with Jones over the years. \;
A reception to honor Jones and the performers will follow the con cert.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Ralph Squires Recital Hall\, McNeese UID:20220422T1457230Z-583899-1359@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220501T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220501T173000 SUMMARY:Sundays with the Symphony DESCRIPTION:'We are excited to present the Barbe High School “Buccaneer” Or chestra in our 64th Season Finale concert. Under the direction of Christop her Gunter\, they will perform some catchy and lively music scores that wi ll show off their talents. Then the Lake Charles Symphony Orchestra with Maestro Chelsea Tipton will take the stage and close our concert season w ith upbeat and fun-loving music and then close with one of the greatest sy mphonies ever written\, the Mozart Symphony No. 41 showcasing the virtuosi ty of our orchestra. Be sure to arrive early\, you do not want to miss thi s! Sunday\, May 1\, 2022 4:30 PM Cash & Carry 801 Enterprise Blvd Lake Ch arles\, LA X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
'We are excited to prese nt the Barbe High School &ldquo\;Buccaneer&rdquo\; Orchestra in our 64th S eason Finale concert. Under the direction of Christopher Gunter\, they wil l perform some catchy and lively music scores that will show off their tal ents.
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Then the Lak e Charles Symphony Orchestra with Maestro Chelsea Tipton will take the sta ge and close our concert season with upbeat and fun-loving music and then close with one of the greatest symphonies ever written\, the Mozart Sympho ny No. 41 showcasing the virtuosity of our orchestra.
Be sure to a rrive early\, you do not want to miss this! \;
Sunday\, May 1\, 2022
4:30 PM
Cash &\; Carry
801 Enterprise Blvd
Lake \;Charles\, LA
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Historic Cash & Carry UID:20220422T1459010Z-583899-1360@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220430T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220430T180000 SUMMARY:Spring Art Walk DESCRIPTION:The Arts & Humanities Council of SWLA is pleased to announce Sp ring Art Walk 2022\, Presented by Landlocked Aviation Services. Spring Ar t Walk is being held on April 30th from 2-6 PM this year in beautiful Down town Lake Charles at the corner of Broad and Ryan Street. Several blocks w ill be shut down for live art shows\, live music & entertainment\, art & f ood vendors\, as well as Student & Adult Art Wars. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Arts &\; Humanities Council of SWLA is \;pleased to announce Spring Art Walk 2022\, Presented by Landlocked Aviation Services. \;
Spring Art Walk is being held on April 30th from 2-6 PM th is year in beautiful Downtown Lake Charles \;at the corner of Broad an d Ryan Street. \;Several blocks will be shut \;down \;for \;live art shows\, live music &\; entertainment\, art &\; food vendo rs\, as well as Student &\; Adult Art Wars.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Downtown Lake Charles UID:20220422T1454550Z-583899-1357@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220517T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220517T110000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families: Early Childhood Developmental Health DESCRIPTION:https://tinyurl.com/R5RIW2022 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20220504T1322230Z-583899-1375@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220614T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220615T020000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Advanced Microsoft Excel DESCRIPTION:This course provides expert instruction and hands-on exercises that will help you easily master analysis tools\, PivotTables\, conditiona l formatting\, and other advanced features. This is a two night class cont inuing on the 16th. Hours: 4 Cost: $450 Click this link for more informat ion/registration. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course provides expert instruc tion and hands-on exercises that will help you easily master analysis tool s\, PivotTables\, conditional formatting\, and other advanced features. Th is is a two night class continuing on the 16th. \;
~~Hours: 4~~
~~Cost: $450~~
~~Click this link for more information/registrati on.~~
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20220607T1405260Z-583899-1402@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221030T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221030T210000 SUMMARY:Lutcher: Blue Man Group DESCRIPTION:BLUE MAN GROUP’S new North American Tour is coming to the Lutch er Theater for ONE NIGHT ONLY!! It’s everything you know and love about BL UE MAN GROUP—signature drumming\, colorful moments of creativity and quirk y comedy—the men are still blue but the rest is all new! Featuring pulsing \, original music\, custom-made instruments\, surprise audience interactio n and hilarious absurdity\, join the Blue Men in a joyful experience that unites audiences of all ages. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

BLUE M AN GROUP&rsquo\;S new North American Tour is coming to the Lutcher Theater for ONE NIGHT ONLY!!

It&rsquo\;s everything you know and love abo ut BLUE MAN GROUP&mdash\;signature drumming\, colorful moments of creativi ty and quirky comedy&mdash\;the men are still blue but the rest is all new ! Featuring pulsing\, original music\, custom-made instruments\, surprise audience interaction and hilarious absurdity\, join the Blue Men in a joyf ul experience that unites audiences of all ages.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lutcher Theater UID:20220606T1811020Z-583899-1392@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220725 SUMMARY:SOWELA: Pipeline Training DESCRIPTION:SOWELA Technical Community College’s Office of Workforce Soluti ons is now registering for multiple short-term training courses this summe r. Scholarships are available for those that qualify\, and registration is open on a first-come\, first-serve basis. A limited number of training se ats are available for each program\, which will be held at SOWELA’s Main C ampus in Lake Charles\, La.   Pipeline Technician Training: The 10-week Pi peline Technician program provides classroom instruction and practical sho p experience to prepare students for employment in a variety of jobs in th e pipeline industry\, such as test overfill protection devices\, startup o f a liquid pipeline\, shutdown of a liquid pipeline\, rectifier installati on\, and more. Class begins Monday\, July 25\, and meets Monday – Friday f rom 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The cost is $2\,500. For more information or t o register for any of these training programs\, visit www.sowela.edu/train ing or call (337) 421-6560 or email workforce@sowela.edu.   X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
SOWELA Technical Community College&rsquo\;s Office of Workforce Solutions is now registering for multiple short-term training courses this summer. Scholarships are available for those that qu alify\, and registration is open on a first-come\, first-serve basis. A li mited number of training seats are available for each program\, which will be held at SOWELA&rsquo\;s Main Campus in Lake Charles\, La. \; \ ;

Pipeline Technician Training: \;The 10-week Pipeline Technician program provides classroom instruction and practical shop experience to prepare students for employment in a variety of jobs in the pipeline industry\, such as test overfill protection devices\, startu p of a liquid pipeline\, shutdown of a liquid pipeline\, rectifier install ation\, and more. Class begins Monday\, July 25\, and meets Monday &ndash\ ; Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The cost is $2\,500. \;

F or more information or to register for any of these training programs\, vi sit \;www.sowela.edu/training \;or call (337) 421-6560 or emai l \;workforce@so wela.edu. \; \;
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:SOWELA Community Technical College UID:20220628T1949330Z-583899-1417@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220212T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220212T110000 SUMMARY:Basics of Educational Plans DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
< /p> CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20220203T1939210Z-583899-1284@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221024 SUMMARY:IIEC: Intermediate Applied Vibration Analysis CAT II DESCRIPTION:Learn how to specify basic FFT parameters\, establish initial a larm set points\, and perform fundamental signature and phase analysis. Th is class is intended for maintenance technicians and engineers who want an intermediate course in vibration analysis. Monday - Friday\, October 24 -28 8 to 5 40 Hours\, 4 CEUs. Costs: $2\,000 for the class\, $300 for the exam LEARN MORE and Register Online X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

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Learn how to specify basic F FT parameters\, establish initial alarm set points\, and perform fundament al signature and phase analysis. This class is intended for maintenance te chnicians and engineers who want an intermediate course in vibration analy sis.

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Monday - Friday\, October 24-28

8 to 5

40 Hours\, 4 CEUs.

Costs: $2\,000 fo r the class\, $300 for the exam

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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Engineering & Tech Labs Building UID:20220203T1501290Z-583899-1282@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220805T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220805T140000 SUMMARY:FHF: LaCan Community Input Meeting DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Online UID:20220720T1856030Z-583899-1434@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220519T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220519T113000 SUMMARY:Supported Decision Making for Adults with Developmental Disabilitie s DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:For the Family UID:20220516T1319280Z-583899-1381@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220623T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220623T150000 SUMMARY:Upsize Your Freedom DESCRIPTION:Seating is limited\, RSVP to (337) 607-1710 or visit villagesim perialpointe.com/rsvp X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Seating is limited\, RSVP to (337) 607-1710 or visit& nbsp\;vil lagesimperialpointe.com/rsvp
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:Lake Charles Country Club UID:20220613T1943580Z-583899-1405@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220628T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220628T210000 SUMMARY:Family & Youth Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:L'Auberge Casino Resort UID:20220613T2058550Z-583899-1407@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221101T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221101T160000 SUMMARY:IIEC: DOT Hazardous Material Transportation DESCRIPTION:This accelerated one-day DOT is designed to serve as both an in itial and refresher course meeting the 49 CFR 172.704 training requirement s. Topics include hazardous substance determination\, proper shipping name s\, placarding\, marking\, labeling\, shipping papers and more. Hours: 8 C EUs: .8 Cost: $540 inlcudes a light breakfast item and lunch Click here t o learn more and to register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This accele rated one-day DOT is designed to serve as both an initial and refresher co urse meeting the 49 CFR 172.704 training requirements. Topics include haza rdous substance determination\, proper shipping names\, placarding\, marki ng\, labeling\, shipping papers and more.
Hours: 8
CEU s: .8
Cost: $540 inlcudes a light breakfast item and lunch \;
Click here to learn more and to register online. \;
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20221024T2130440Z-583899-1483@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220630T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220630T110000 SUMMARY:IIEC: How to be an Expert Witness. DESCRIPTION:This course will enable you to represent yourself as a competen t and knowledgeable expert witness who is in control\, credible\, and - mo st of all - unbiased. Cost: $90.00 Click here to learn more and/or registe r online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This cour se will enable you to represent yourself as a competent and knowledgeable expert witness who is in control\, credible\, and - most of all - unbiased .
Cost: $90.00
Click here to learn more and/or register online. \;
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities UID:20220630T1600450Z-583899-1422@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220401T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220401T200000 SUMMARY:Four New Exhibits Open at Historic City Hall DESCRIPTION:Two traveling exhibits “Art of Aloha Shirt” and “Infamy: Decemb er 7\, 1941” will open to the public on Friday\, April 1 at 6 p.m. at Hist oric City Hall Arts and Cultural Center. Two additional exhibits by Black Heritage Gallery and Artisans’ Gallery will also be unveiled that evening. A joint opening reception is planned from 6 to 8 p.m.   Explore the histo ry\, artistry\, and production of Hawaii’s enduring fashion statement\, th e Aloha shirt. “Art of the Aloha Shirt: Keoni of Hawaii\, 1938–51” feature s sixty objects\, including original textile artwork\, production sketches and swatches\, advertisements\, and vintage shirts. The exhibit tells the story of an early innovator\, John “Keoni” Meigs\, in an industry that ha s left an indelible mark on fashion in the United States and the world. I t will be on view at Historic City Hall through Saturday\, May 28. “Infamy : December 7\, 1941” explores the events that followed Japan’s surprise at tack on Pearl Harbor\, which ultimately led to America’s entry into World War II. Following the attack\, communities across the country united behin d the war effort\, performing diverse tasks to help the Allies\, no matter how large or how small. The Sunday morning attack at Pearl Harbor marked one of the darkest days in US history – with President Franklin D. Rooseve lt declaring that December 7\, 1941 “is a date which will live in infamy.” Taking off from a fleet of Japanese aircraft carriers\, waves of bombers unleashed a surprise attack on the US Naval fleet in Oahu\, Hawaii\, killi ng more than 2\,300 Americans. A day later\, the nation declared war on Ja pan. The special exhibit recounts the strike in Hawaii as well as the less er-known but nearly simultaneous attacks on American territories in the Pa cific\, including Wake Islands\, Guam and Philippines. Exhibit displays – featuring powerful images and personal stories taken from oral histories o f witnesses – convey the losses\, disrupted lives and reactions of militar y service members and ordinary Americans as they realized they were now at war. It will show at Historic City Hall through Saturday\, May 21. While visiting the Center\, be sure to see Black Heritage Gallery’s “The Judah Exhibit” featuring the fine art of Christina Brown\, which will show throu gh Friday\, May 27. Also opening in the first floor gallery is “Rites of S pring\,” a group show by the members of Artisans’ Gallery. It will show th rough Saturday\, June 11. The galleries are hosting a joint reception to m ark the openings on Friday\, April 1\, from 6 to 8 p.m. Historic City Hall is located at 1001 Ryan Street and is open Tuesday through Saturday\, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is free. For more information\, please call 491-9 147 or visit www.cityoflakecharles.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Two traveling exhibits &ldquo\;Art of Aloha Shi rt&rdquo\; and &ldquo\;Infamy: December 7\, 1941&rdquo\; will open to the public on Friday\, April 1 at 6 p.m. at Historic City Hall Arts and Cultur al Center. Two additional exhibits by Black Heritage Gallery and Artisans& rsquo\; Gallery will also be unveiled that evening. A joint opening recept ion is planned from 6 to 8 p.m. \; \;
Explore the history\ , artistry\, and production of Hawaii&rsquo\;s enduring fashion statement\ , the Aloha shirt. \;&ldquo\;Art of the Aloha Shirt: Keoni of Hawaii\, 1938&ndash\;51&rdquo\; \;features sixty objects\, in cluding original textile artwork\, production sketches and swatches\, adve rtisements\, and vintage shirts. The exhibit tells the story of an early i nnovator\, John &ldquo\;Keoni&rdquo\; Meigs\, in an industry that has left an indelible mark on fashion in the United States and the world. \; I t will be on view at Historic City Hall through Saturday\, May 28.
&ldquo\;Infamy: December 7\, 1941&rdquo\; \;explores the events that followed Japan&rsquo\;s surprise attack on Pearl Harbor\, which ultimately led to America&rsquo\;s entry into World War II. Followi ng the attack\, communities across the country united behind the war effor t\, performing diverse tasks to help the Allies\, no matter how large or h ow small.
The Sunday morning attack at Pearl Harbor marked one of the darkest days in US history &ndash\; with President Franklin D. Rooseve lt declaring that December 7\, 1941 &ldquo\;is a date which will live in i nfamy.&rdquo\; Taking off from a fleet of Japanese aircraft carriers\, wav es of bombers unleashed a surprise attack on the US Naval fleet in Oahu\, Hawaii\, killing more than 2\,300 Americans. A day later\, the nation decl ared war on Japan.
The special exhibit recounts the strike in Hawa ii as well as the lesser-known but nearly simultaneous attacks on American territories in the Pacific\, including Wake Islands\, Guam and Philippine s. Exhibit displays &ndash\; featuring powerful images and personal storie s taken from oral histories of witnesses &ndash\; convey the losses\, disr upted lives and reactions of military service members and ordinary America ns as they realized they were now at war. \; It will show at Historic City Hall through Saturday\, May 21.
While visiting the Center\, b e sure to see Black Heritage Gallery&rsquo\;s &ldquo\;The Judah Exhibit&rd quo\; featuring the fine art of Christina Brown\, which will show through Friday\, May 27. Also opening in the first floor gallery is &ldquo\;Rites of Spring\,&rdquo\; a group show by the members of Artisans&rsquo\; Galler y. It will show through Saturday\, June 11. The galleries are hosting a jo int reception to mark the openings on Friday\, April 1\, from 6 to 8 p.m.< /p>
Historic City Hall is located at 1001 Ryan Street and is open Tues day through Saturday\, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is free. For more infor mation\, please call 491-9147 or visit \;www.cityoflakecharles.c om.
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CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center UID:20220330T1448480Z-583899-1335@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220501 SUMMARY:Chaos Theory Art Show is Looking for Artists DESCRIPTION:Chaos Theory Returns to Southwest Louisiana This year's theme is Atomic Age/Alien Invasion\, though artwork and entries need not fit tha t theme to be considered. We are currently searching for any and all type s of pop-culture art\, installation artists\, alien-themed or retro art\, abstract art\, sculptures\, Mid-Century style art\, space-themed art\, mov ie art\, 60s collector's items\, and more. This is a FREE exhibit. There i s NO commission on sales\, no submission fee\, and no fee to attend. The d eadline to submit your work online is September 10th\, 2022\, and the drop -off deadline for artwork is September 17th. Chaos Theory Art Show will op en October 6th\, 2022. Contact our page\, the Henning Cultural Center\, o r Brimstone Historical Society for more information on how to be featured in this exhibit\, or email us at godsey@brimstonemuseum.org Artwork can b e dropped off at the Henning Cultural Center during our regular hours as e arly as September 1st. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Chaos Theory Returns to Southwest Louisiana \;
This year's theme is Atomic Age/Alien Invasion\, though artwork and entries ne ed not fit that theme to be considered. \;
We are currently se arching for any and all types of pop-culture art\, installation artists\, alien-themed or retro art\, abstract art\, sculptures\, Mid-Century style art\, space-themed art\, movie art\, 60s collector's items\, and more.
This is a FREE exhibit. There is NO commission on sales\, no submissi on fee\, and no fee to attend. The deadline to submit your work online is September 10th\, 2022\, and the drop-off deadline for artwork is September 17th.
Chaos Theory Art Show will open October 6th\, 2022. \;< /p>
Contact our page\, the Henning Cultural Center\, or Brimstone Hist orical Society for more information on how to be featured in this exhibit\ , or email us at \;
godsey@brimstonemuseum.org
Artwork can be dr opped off at the Henning Cultural Center during our regular hours as early as September 1st.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Henning Cultural Center UID:20220422T1504520Z-583899-1362@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220507T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220507T140000 SUMMARY:Meet Me @ The Market RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;UNTIL=20230507;BYDAY=1SA DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:For the Family LOCATION:Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center UID:20220422T1501330Z-583899-1361@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220320T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220320T200000 SUMMARY:Banners: The Queens Cartoonists DESCRIPTION:The Queens Cartoonists – Animators get tons of credit for creat ing cartoon characters and the actions they convey\, but is movement reall y entertaining in SILENCE? Gifted musicians provide a riveting experience for patrons as they give life through sound to the cartoon characters on t he screen. This is truly enriching experience!!! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Queens Cartoonists &ndash\; Animators g et tons of credit for creating cartoon characters and the actions they con vey\, but is movement really entertaining in SILENCE? Gifted musicians pro vide a riveting experience for patrons as they give life through sound to the cartoon characters on the screen. This is truly enriching experience!! ! \;
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Bulber Atuditorium at McNeese UID:20220308T1522080Z-583899-1309@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220430T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220430T200000 SUMMARY:Banners: Joy Harjo DESCRIPTION:Native American poet Joy Harjo serves as the 23rd Poet Laureate Consultant in Poetry. The first Native American poet to serve in the posi tion\, Harjo is an enrolled member of the Muscogee Creek Nation. She was b orn in Tulsa\, Oklahoma\, on May 9\, 1951\, and is the author of nine book s of poetry. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Native American poet Joy Harjo serves as th e 23rd Poet Laureate Consultant in Poetry. The first Native American poet to serve in the position\, Harjo is an enrolled member of the Muscogee Cre ek Nation. She was born in Tulsa\, Oklahoma\, on May 9\, 1951\, and is the author of nine books of poetry.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Tritico Theatre UID:20220308T1529460Z-583899-1319@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221119T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221119T190000 SUMMARY:Lutcher: Rudolf the Red-Nosed Reindeer DESCRIPTION:The beloved TV classic RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER soars off the screen and onto the stage this holiday season. See all of your favori te characters come to life in RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER: THE MUSICAL. It’s an adventure that teaches us that what makes you different can be wh at makes you special. Back by popular demand\, the world’s most famous r eindeer and a holly jolly cast of iconic characters including Hermey the E lf\, Yukon Cornelius and the Abominable Snow Monster will once again help Santa save Christmas X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The be loved TV classic \;RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER \;soars off the screen and onto the stage this holiday season. See all of your favorite ch aracters come to life in \;RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER: THE MUSICAL . It&rsquo\;s an adventure that teaches us that what makes you different c an be what makes you special.
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Back by popular dema nd\, the world&rsquo\;s most famous reindeer and a holly jolly cast of ico nic characters including Hermey the Elf\, Yukon Cornelius and the Abominab le Snow Monster will once again help Santa save Christmas
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lutcher Theater UID:20220606T1842180Z-583899-1401@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221006T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221006T130000 SUMMARY:FHF: Range of Early Intervention Services DESCRIPTION:Click here to learn more or to register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Click here to learn more or to register online. \;
CATEGORIES:Health & Hospitals LOCATION:Online UID:20220920T1943020Z-583899-1466@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230501T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230501T213000 SUMMARY:Lutcher: Tootsie DESCRIPTION:This laugh-out-loud love letter to the theater tells the story of Michael Dorsey\, a talented but difficult actor who struggles to find w ork until one show-stopping act of desperation lands him the role of a lif etime. Featuring a hilarious Tony®-winning book by Robert Horn and an outr ageously clever score by 2018 Tony-winner David Yazbek (The Band’s Visit\, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels)\, this New York Times Critic’s Pick is “a joyful delight” (The Washington Post) that’s “so packed with punchlines\, it sho uld be called a jokebox musical!” (Bloomberg). “In these turbulent times\, when the world seems out of balance\, we need a place to let the good tim es roll\,” raves Rolling Stone. “TOOTSIE is it!” X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This l augh-out-loud love
letter to the theater tells the story of Michae l Dorsey\, a talented but difficult actor who struggles to find work until one show-stopping act of desperation lands him the role of a lifetime. Fe aturing a hilarious Tony®\;-winning book by Robert Horn and an outrageo usly clever score by 2018 Tony-winner David Yazbek (The Band&rsquo\;s Visi t\, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels)\, this New York Times Critic&rsquo\;s Pick is &ldquo\;a joyful delight&rdquo\; (The Washington Post) that&rsquo\;s &ldq uo\;so packed with punchlines\, it should be called a jokebox musical!&rdq uo\; (Bloomberg). &ldquo\;In these turbulent times\, when the world seems out of balance\, we need a place to let the good times roll\,&rdquo\; rave s Rolling Stone. &ldquo\;TOOTSIE is it!&rdquo\;
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lutcher Theater UID:20220606T1841500Z-583899-1400@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221111T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221111T150000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Thermodynamics and HVAC Principles & Practice DESCRIPTION:Course on essential fundamentals and practice of thermodynamics and HVAC engineering. Board Approved. This course caters\, mainly\, to En gineers\, Technicians and Facilities Managers who are not intimately famil iar with thermodynamics principles and practices. Through this workshop\, attendees are expected to learn or refresh fundamental principles and conc epts of thermodynamics in a simple\, easy to understand\, format\; catalyz ed by live discussion on the topic in class. Hours: 8 Cost: $390 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Course on essential fundamentals and practice of thermodynamics and HVAC engineering. Board Approved. This cour se caters\, mainly\, to Engineers\, Technicians and Facilities Managers wh o are not intimately familiar with thermodynamics principles and practices . Through this workshop\, attendees are expected to learn or refresh funda mental principles and concepts of thermodynamics in a simple\, easy to und erstand\, format\; catalyzed by live discussion on the topic in class.
Hours: 8
Cost: $390
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20221102T2112260Z-583899-1491@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230330T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230330T213000 SUMMARY:Lutcher: Anastasia RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;COUNT=2 DESCRIPTION:Inspired by the beloved films\, the romantic and adventure-fill ed new musical ANASTASIA is on a journey to Southeast Texas at last! From the Tony Award®-winning creators of the Broadway classic Ragtime\, this da zzling show transports us from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the e uphoria of Paris in the 1920s\, as a brave young woman sets out to discove r the mystery of her past. Pursued by a ruthless Soviet officer determined to silence her\, Anya enlists the aid of a dashing conman and a lovable e x-aristocrat. Together\, they embark on an epic adventure to help her find home\, love\, and family. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Inspired by the beloved films\, the romantic and adventure-filled new musical \;ANASTASIA \;is on a journey to Southeast Texas at last!
From the Tony Award®\;-w inning creators of the Broadway classic \;Ragtime\, \;this dazzlin g show transports us from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphor ia of Paris in the 1920s\, as a brave young woman sets out to discover the mystery of her past. Pursued by a ruthless Soviet officer determined to s ilence her\, Anya enlists the aid of a dashing conman and a lovable ex-ari stocrat. Together\, they embark on an epic adventure to help her find home \, love\, and family.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lutcher Theater UID:20230104T1702040Z-583899-1398@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221119T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221119T150000 SUMMARY:Lutcher: Rudolf the Red-Nosed Reindeer DESCRIPTION:The beloved TV classic RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER soars off the screen and onto the stage this holiday season. See all of your favori te characters come to life in RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER: THE MUSICAL. It’s an adventure that teaches us that what makes you different can be wh at makes you special. Back by popular demand\, the world’s most famous r eindeer and a holly jolly cast of iconic characters including Hermey the E lf\, Yukon Cornelius and the Abominable Snow Monster will once again help Santa save Christmas X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The be loved TV classic \;RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER \;soars off the screen and onto the stage this holiday season. See all of your favorite ch aracters come to life in \;RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER: THE MUSICAL . It&rsquo\;s an adventure that teaches us that what makes you different c an be what makes you special.
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Back by popular dema nd\, the world&rsquo\;s most famous reindeer and a holly jolly cast of ico nic characters including Hermey the Elf\, Yukon Cornelius and the Abominab le Snow Monster will once again help Santa save Christmas
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lutcher Theater UID:20220606T1812100Z-583899-1393@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220615T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220615T110000 SUMMARY:FHF: Summer's Hopping Webinar DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:For the Family LOCATION:Online UID:20220606T1603540Z-583899-1390@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221115T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221115T193000 SUMMARY:Pocket Journal Workshop DESCRIPTION:Learn to make your own pocket-sized blank journal with McNeese Art Professor Rosemary Jesionowski. Perfect for on-the-go notes\, gifts\, or to keep on your nightstand! Check out these amazing handmade books and journals by Rosemary: https://www.rosemarykate.com/ Cost: $60 Click here t o learn more and register online X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Learn to ma ke your own pocket-sized blank journal with McNeese Art Professor Rosemary Jesionowski. Perfect for on-the-go notes\, gifts\, or to keep on your nig htstand!
Check out these am azing handmade books and journals by Rosemary: \;https://www.rosema rykate.com/
Cost: $60
Click here to learn more and register online
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:SFA Room 130 UID:20221103T1502380Z-583899-1508@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221208T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221208T170000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Soil Stabilization and Ground Improvement Techniques DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn engineering fundamentals of ground impr ovement and soil stabilization for application in heavy industrial project s. Hours: 8 CEUs: .8 Cost: $375 includes a light breakfast and lunch Regis tration Deadline: 11/28 Click here to learn more/register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Participant s will learn engineering fundamentals of ground improvement and soil stabi lization for application in heavy industrial projects.
Hours: 8
CEUs: .8
Cost: $3 75 includes a light breakfast and lunch
Registration Deadline: 11/28
Click here to learn more/register online. \;
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:TBA UID:20221103T1433210Z-583899-1497@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230404T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230404T170000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Troubleshooting Process Operations DESCRIPTION:Norman Lieberman\, 2018 Hydrocarbon Processing Lifetime Achieve ment Award recipient and Chemical Engineer with over 55 years of experienc e in process plant operations\, will present a three-day seminar covering topics related to troubleshooting process operations. This is a three day course. Hours: 24 CEUs:2.4 Cost: $2\,750 for in-person and $2\,450 via Zoo m Click here to register online or to learn more. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Norman Lieb erman\, 2018 Hydrocarbon Processing Lifetime Achievement Award recipient a nd Chemical Engineer with over 55 years of experience in process plant ope rations\, will present a three-day seminar covering topics related to trou bleshooting process operations.
This is a three day course.
Hours: 24
CEUs:2.4
Cost: $2\,750 for in-person a nd $2\,450 via Zoom
Click here to register online or to learn more. \;
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20221103T1455510Z-583899-1506@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221207T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221207T160000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Finance\, Accounting\, & Engineering Economics for Engineers & Technical Managers DESCRIPTION:Learn about finance\, accounting\, corporate reporting requirem ents and engineering economics. Learn about fundamental book keeping or ac counting methods: The Income Statement and the Balance Sheet. Learn about the widely used and accepted capital investment performance metrics\, such as financial ratios\, payback period\, and NPV. Understand asset deprecia tion methods and their influence on net profit and taxes. Get a better app reciation of the role played by inventory systems in the control of net in come\, net profits and tax liability. Learn about life cycle cost and othe r cost classifications in industrial and commercial organizations. Hours: 8 Cost: $385 Click here to register online or to learn more. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Learn about finance\, accounting\, co rporate reporting requirements and engineering economics. Learn about fund amental book keeping or accounting methods: The Income Statement and the B alance Sheet. Learn about the widely used and accepted capital investment performance metrics\, such as financial ratios\, payback period\, and NPV. Understand asset depreciation methods and their influence on net profit a nd taxes. Get a better appreciation of the role played by inventory system s in the control of net income\, net profits and tax liability. Learn abou t life cycle cost and other cost classifications in industrial and commerc ial organizations.
Hours: 8
Cost : $385
Clic k here to register online or to learn more.
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20221103T1439230Z-583899-1500@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221110T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221110T110000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Electrical Engineering Principles & Practice for Non-EEs DESCRIPTION:Essential fundamentals\, principles\, and practice of electrica l engineering\, designed for engineers or other technical professionals wi th little or no electrical engineering background. Hours: 8 Cost: $390 Cli ck here to learn more and/or register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Essential f undamentals\, principles\, and practice of electrical engineering\, design ed for engineers or other technical professionals with little or no electr ical engineering background.
Hours: 8
Cost: $390
Click here to learn more and/or register online. \;
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20221103T1436110Z-583899-1498@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230127T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230127T160000 SUMMARY:IIED: DOT Hazardous Material Transportation DESCRIPTION:This accelerated one-day DOT is designed to serve as both an in itial and refresher course meeting the 49 CFR 172.704 training requirement s. Topics include hazardous substance determination\, proper shipping name s\, placarding\, marking\, labeling\, shipping papers and more. Hours: 8 C EUs: .8 Cost: $540 includes a light breakfast and lunch Click here to lear n more and/or register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This accele rated one-day DOT is designed to serve as both an initial and refresher co urse meeting the 49 CFR 172.704 training requirements. Topics include haza rdous substance determination\, proper shipping names\, placarding\, marki ng\, labeling\, shipping papers and more.
Hours: 8
CEU s: .8
Cost: $540 includes a light breakfast and lunch
Click here to learn more a nd/or register online. \;
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20230104T1634540Z-583899-1503@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230201T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230201T210000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Notary Exam Prep Course DESCRIPTION:This course provides the preparation for Louisiana's state nota ry exam. Class discussions will focus on mortgages\, conveyances\, leases\ , contracts\, legal descriptions\, successions\, wills\, trusts\, and comm unity property regime. The Louisiana court system and the Notary Public's role within that system will be included in the discussion. This is course starts on February 1 and meets once a week for 14 weeks. Cost: $599 Hours : 42 Course cost does not include the study guide. You will need to purch ase the 2023 study guide to start the class. The 2023 version will be mad e available in January 2023. Purchase from the LA Secretary of State webs ite. Click here to learn more and/or to register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course provides the preparation for Louisiana's state notary exam. Class discussions will focus on mortgag es\, conveyances\, leases\, contracts\, legal descriptions\, successions\, wills\, trusts\, and community property regime. The Louisiana court syste m and the Notary Public's role within that system will be included in the discussion.
This is course starts on February 1 and m eets once a week for 14 weeks.
Cost: $599
Hours: 42
Course cost does not include the study guide. \; You will need to purchase the 2023 study guide to star t the class. \; The 2023 version will be made available in January 202 3. \; Purchase from the \;LA Secretary of State webs ite. \;
< p>Click here to learn more and/or to register online. \;
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20221103T1452040Z-583899-1504@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221129T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221129T153000 SUMMARY:IIEC: NEC\, National Electric Code\, and 2020 Update DESCRIPTION:This course covers key articles of the NFPA 70\, aka\, The Nati onal Electrical Code\, and an update of 2020 changes. This course is desig ned so that even non-electrical engineers and non-electricians can learn t he basic tenets of the NEC. Upon attending this course\, participants will be able to identify codes pertaining to various electrical equipment inst allations. Participants will learn the methodology associated with analyzi ng and interpreting key articles in the National Electrical Code. Some key calculations related to the application of the code will be illustrated\, followed by class exercises for knowledge reinforcement purposes. Hours: 8 Cost: $390 Click here to learn more or to register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course covers key articles of the NFPA 70\, aka\, The National Electrical Code\, and an update of 2020 changes. This course is designed so that even non-e lectrical engineers and non-electricians can learn the basic tenets of the NEC. Upon attending this course\, participants will be able to identify c odes pertaining to various electrical equipment installations. Participant s will learn the methodology associated with analyzing and interpreting ke y articles in the National Electrical Code. Some key calculations related to the application of the code will be illustrated\, followed by class exe rcises for knowledge reinforcement purposes.
Hours: 8
Cost: $390
Click here to learn more or to register on line. \;
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20221103T1437400Z-583899-1499@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221114T184500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221114T200000 SUMMARY:Traditional Cajun Dance: Cajun Two-Step\, Waltz\, & Jitterbug DESCRIPTION:McNeese State Univeristy's Leisure Learning is offering this cl ass which will be held in the evening over four nights. The Traditional Ca jun Dance Class is designed to get you on the dance floor at Cajun venues and festivals. We cover the three traditional dances: Cajun Two-Step\, Wal tz and Jitterbug\, in the four Monday evening sessions that will get you m oving with lots of fun. This course is for beginner dancers and those tha t need to brush-up on their Cajun dance steps. Also\, if you have taken th is course previously\, you may want to refresh the dance floor experience. Cost: $49 for singles and $89 for couples Click here to learn more and t o regsister online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Sta te Univeristy's Leisure Learning is offering this class which will be held in the evening over four nights.
The Traditional Cajun Dance Class is designed to get you on the dan ce floor at Cajun venues and festivals. We cover the three traditional dan ces: Cajun Two-Step\, Waltz and Jitterbug\, in the four Monday evening ses sions that will get you moving with lots of fun. \;
This course is for beginner dancers and those that need to brush-up on their Cajun dance steps. Also\, if you have take n this course previously\, you may want to refresh the dance floor experie nce. \;
Cost: $49 for s ingles and $89 for couples
Click here to learn more a nd to regsister online. \;
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:Boogie Woogie Ballroom UID:20221103T1503220Z-583899-1507@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221004T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221004T143000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Construction Management Series: Decision Making & Problem Sol ving DESCRIPTION:This construction management course presents methods of analyzi ng between courses of action\, using a six-step problem solving process. F or emerging and existing construction company personnel\, involved in eith er procuring work or preparing to manage a project. Hours: 4 CEUs: .4 Cost : $275 which includes a light breakfast & lunch Click here to learn more a nd to register online X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This construction management course p resents methods of analyzing between courses of action\, using a six-step problem solving process.
For emerging and existing co nstruction company personnel\, involved in either procuring work or prepar ing to manage a project.
Hours: 4
CEUs: .4
Cost: $275 which includes a light breakfas t &\; lunch
Click here to learn more and to regist er online \;
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities UID:20220926T1441190Z-583899-1469@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220420T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220420T140000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families: Navigating the IEP DESCRIPTION:https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001tR5efZf7iMsrMbwwNf0xRJl1KK4Ou7g InpaawS7gJkXTz-sQKZhiCn2gqMwgYyBx23A_Ec4oKYIPMfWEZ9SdYvd18pbSk2EC1KZyqG0c8 YSbrW5q_8bWuGjdr0QYcFFgU0J96pA_wA8BeJVkp81GMQ==&c=vl8qSp2D5klhSotydC12D-iQ _alN6BEUlnr7-wQWfPl585AOwAMy2w==&ch=gJ6wToh2DCZmYh5z8OzExf_ZC0OBUC5wBsCula oeqE9xNuGcXoFjLw== X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20220412T1401550Z-583899-1354@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221114T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221114T153000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Precision Maintenance Skills 2 DESCRIPTION:This course is presented by Hendrix Precision Maintenance. This intense 4-day hands-on class covers all the correct tools & methods for m ounting\, dis-mounting\, & lubrication of bearings using typical sized sha fts\, housings\, as well as bearings for demonstration and practice. We co ver all of the most common types of bearings found in paper mills\, steel mills\, chemical plants\, steam & power plants and other industries. We wi ll demonstrate the proper way to perform each task without sacrificing spe ed and show the results when incorrect methods are used. For more informat ion about the course\, download the flyer. Hours: 40 Cost: $2\,495 (Includ es light breakfast & lunch) Click here to learn more and register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course is presented by Hendrix Precisi on Maintenance.
This intense 4-day hands-on class covers all the c orrect tools &\; methods for mounting\, dis-mounting\, &\; lubricati on of bearings using typical sized shafts\, housings\, as well as bearings for demonstration and practice. We cover all of the most common types of bearings found in paper mills\, steel mills\, chemical plants\, steam & \; power plants and other industries. We will demonstrate the proper way t o perform each task without sacrificing speed and show the results when in correct methods are used.
For more information about the course\, download the \;flyer.
Hou rs: 40
Cost: $2\,495 (Includes light breakfast &\; lunch)
Click here to learn mor e and register online. \;
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20221004T1853440Z-583899-1476@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220210T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220210T130000 SUMMARY:Live & On Call with David Murdock\, MD DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Health & Hospitals LOCATION:Online UID:20220207T1507500Z-583899-1285@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221214T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221214T133000 SUMMARY:Understanding Grants: A Grant Writing Basics Refresher Workshop DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:United Way of SWLA UID:20221122T2236210Z-583899-1514@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220408T174500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220408T184500 SUMMARY:‘Movies Under the Stars’ DESCRIPTION: “Movies Under the Stars” is back for three Fridays in April wi th three funny\, family-friendly films. The movie series -- which will f eature an Easter Bunny-to-be who wants to be a Hollywood drummer\, a hard- working crime-solving bunny cop and a stubborn caveman who scoffs at chang e -- will begin Friday\, April 8\, at Prien Lake Park\, 3700 West Prien La ke Road. Movies\, dates\, locations: Friday\, April 8 – “Hop:” This 20 11 live-action\, computer-animated comedy centers around a young rabbit na med E.B. (Russell Brand) who has dreams of becoming a famous drummer rathe r than succeed his father as the Easter Bunny (Hugh Laurie). So\, he runs away to Hollywood to make it happen. He soon meets Fred O’Hare (James Mars den)\, an unemployed slacker. After a series of adventures\, both E.B. and Fred learn the importance of growing up and assuming responsibility (Rate d PG). This movie will be shown at Prien Lake Park\, 3700 West Prien Lake Road. There will be an Easter egg hunt at 5:45 p.m. so make sure to get th ere early! Friday\, April 22 – “Zootopia:” This 2016 Disney comedy-adven ture is set in the mammal metropolis of Zootopia where walking\, talking a nimals live in peace with one another. When small-town rabbit Judy Hopps ( voiced by Ginnifer Goodwin) gets to live her dream of becoming the first r abbit to join the Zootopia Police Department\, Police Chief Bogo (Idris El ba) initially saddles her with a boring parking-duty assignment. But one d ay on the job\, Judy meets sly fox Nick Wilde (Jason Bateman)\, who winds up working with her to solve a case that helps her keep her badge (Rated P G). This movie will be shown at Mallard Junction Park\, 599 August Drive\, Lake Charles. Friday\, April 29 – “The Croods:” This 2013 computer-anim ated comedy-adventure follows a family – the Croods (voiced by Nicholas Ca ge\, Emma Stone\, Ryan Reynolds and Cloris Leachman) of cavemen. They surv ive in harsh conditions because they follow the strict rules set by the fa mily’s patriarch (Cage). But\, when their cave home is destroyed in the wa ke of an impending volcanic eruption\, they are forced to leave their safe home and venture into the wilderness and the unknown to forge a new way o f life (Rated PG). This movie will be shown at River Bluff Park\, located 543 Theriot Road\, Moss Bluff. All movies will start at 6:30 p.m. but be sure to get there early to get the best spots. Residents are encouraged t o bring their own blankets and lawn chairs. Residents can also bring their own food\, but there will be vendors present at every movie. Also\, free popcorn and cotton candy will be served at each event. Movies will be ca ncelled in the event of inclement weather. Cancellations will be announced before the event on the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury’s website at calcasi euparish.gov and on CPPJ’s Facebook\, Twitter\, and Instagram pages. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
\;&ldquo\;Movies Under the Stars&rdquo \; is back for three Fridays in April with three funny\, family-friendly f ilms.
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The movie series -- which will feature an Ea ster Bunny-to-be who wants to be a Hollywood drummer\, a hard-working crim e-solving bunny cop and a stubborn caveman who scoffs at change -- will be gin Friday\, April 8\, at Prien Lake Park\, 3700 West Prien Lake Road.
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Movies\, dates\, locations:
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Friday\, April 8 &ndash\; &ldquo\;Hop:&rdquo\; This 2011 live-action\, computer-animated comedy centers around a young rabbit named E.B. (Russell Brand) who has dreams of becoming a famous drummer ra ther than succeed his father as the Easter Bunny (Hugh Laurie). So\, he ru ns away to Hollywood to make it happen. He soon meets Fred O&rsquo\;Hare ( James Marsden)\, an unemployed slacker. After a series of adventures\, bot h E.B. and Fred learn the importance of growing up and assuming responsibi lity (Rated PG). This movie will be shown at Prien Lake Park\, 3700 West P rien Lake Road. \;There will be an Easter egg hunt at 5:45 p.m. so mak e sure to get there early!

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Friday\, April 22 &ndash\; &ldquo\;Zootopia:&rdquo\; This 2016 Di sney comedy-adventure is set in the mammal metropolis of Zootopia where wa lking\, talking animals live in peace with one another. When small-town ra bbit Judy Hopps (voiced by Ginnifer Goodwin) gets to live her dream of bec oming the first rabbit to join the Zootopia Police Department\, Police Chi ef Bogo (Idris Elba) initially saddles her with a boring parking-duty assi gnment. But one day on the job\, Judy meets sly fox Nick Wilde (Jason Bate man)\, who winds up working with her to solve a case that helps her keep h er badge (Rated PG). This movie will be shown at Mallard Junction Park\, 5 99 August Drive\, Lake Charles.

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Fri day\, April 29 &ndash\; &ldquo\;The Croods:&rdquo\; This 2013 computer-animated comedy-adventure follows a family &ndash\; the Croo ds (voiced by Nicholas Cage\, Emma Stone\, Ryan Reynolds and Cloris Leachm an) of cavemen. They survive in harsh conditions because they follow the s trict rules set by the family&rsquo\;s patriarch (Cage). But\, when their cave home is destroyed in the wake of an impending volcanic eruption\, the y are forced to leave their safe home and venture into the wilderness and the unknown to forge a new way of life (Rated PG). This movie will be show n at River Bluff Park\, \;located 543 Theriot Road\, Moss Bluff.

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All movies will start at 6:30 p.m. but be sure to get there early to get the best spots. Residents are encouraged to brin g their own blankets and lawn chairs. Residents can also bring their own f ood\, but there will be vendors present at every movie. Also\, free popcor n and cotton candy will be served at each event.
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M ovies will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather. Cancellations w ill be announced before the event on the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury&rsqu o\;s website at \;c alcasieuparish.gov \;and on CPPJ&rsquo\;s Facebook\, Twitter\, and Instagram pages.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Prien Lake Park UID:20220404T1514230Z-583899-1338@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220422T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220422T193000 SUMMARY:‘Movies Under the Stars’ DESCRIPTION: “Movies Under the Stars” is back for three Fridays in April wi th three funny\, family-friendly films. Movies\, dates\, locations: Fr iday\, April 22 – “Zootopia:” This 2016 Disney comedy-adventure is set in the mammal metropolis of Zootopia where walking\, talking animals live in peace with one another. When small-town rabbit Judy Hopps (voiced by Ginni fer Goodwin) gets to live her dream of becoming the first rabbit to join t he Zootopia Police Department\, Police Chief Bogo (Idris Elba) initially s addles her with a boring parking-duty assignment. But one day on the job\, Judy meets sly fox Nick Wilde (Jason Bateman)\, who winds up working with her to solve a case that helps her keep her badge (Rated PG). This movie will be shown at Mallard Junction Park\, 599 August Drive\, Lake Charles. Friday\, April 29 – “The Croods:” This 2013 computer-animated comedy-adv enture follows a family – the Croods (voiced by Nicholas Cage\, Emma Stone \, Ryan Reynolds and Cloris Leachman) of cavemen. They survive in harsh co nditions because they follow the strict rules set by the family’s patriarc h (Cage). But\, when their cave home is destroyed in the wake of an impend ing volcanic eruption\, they are forced to leave their safe home and ventu re into the wilderness and the unknown to forge a new way of life (Rated P G). This movie will be shown at River Bluff Park\, located 543 Theriot Roa d\, Moss Bluff. All movies will start at 6:30 p.m. but be sure to get th ere early to get the best spots. Residents are encouraged to bring their o wn blankets and lawn chairs. Residents can also bring their own food\, but there will be vendors present at every movie. Also\, free popcorn and cot ton candy will be served at each event. Movies will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather. Cancellations will be announced before the eve nt on the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury’s website at calcasieuparish.gov an d on CPPJ’s Facebook\, Twitter\, and Instagram pages. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
\;&ldquo\;Movies Under the Stars&rdquo \; is back for three Fridays in April with three funny\, family-friendly f ilms.
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Friday\, April 22 &ndash\; &ldquo\;Zootopia:&rdquo\; This 2016 Disney comedy-adventure is set in the mammal metropol is of Zootopia where walking\, talking animals live in peace with one anot her. When small-town rabbit Judy Hopps (voiced by Ginnifer Goodwin) gets t o live her dream of becoming the first rabbit to join the Zootopia Police Department\, Police Chief Bogo (Idris Elba) initially saddles her with a b oring parking-duty assignment. But one day on the job\, Judy meets sly fox Nick Wilde (Jason Bateman)\, who winds up working with her to solve a cas e that helps her keep her badge (Rated PG). This movie will be shown at Ma llard Junction Park\, 599 August Drive\, Lake Charles.

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Friday\, April 29 &ndash\; &ldquo\;The Croods< /strong>:&rdquo\; This 2013 computer-animated comedy-adventure follows a f amily &ndash\; the Croods (voiced by Nicholas Cage\, Emma Stone\, Ryan Rey nolds and Cloris Leachman) of cavemen. They survive in harsh conditions be cause they follow the strict rules set by the family&rsquo\;s patriarch (C age). But\, when their cave home is destroyed in the wake of an impending volcanic eruption\, they are forced to leave their safe home and venture i nto the wilderness and the unknown to forge a new way of life (Rated PG). This movie will be shown at River Bluff Park\, \;located 543 Theriot R oad\, Moss Bluff.

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All movies will start at 6:30 p.m. but be sure to get there early to get the best spots. Residents are encouraged to bring their own blankets and lawn chairs. Residents can also bring their own food\, but there will be vendors present at every mo vie. Also\, free popcorn and cotton candy will be served at each event.
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Movies will be cancelled in the event of inclement w eather. Cancellations will be announced before the event on the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury&rsquo\;s website at \;calcasieuparish.gov \;and on CPPJ&rsquo\;s F acebook\, Twitter\, and Instagram pages.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Prien Lake Park UID:20220404T1514560Z-583899-1339@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220419T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220419T160000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Mechanical Engineering for Non-ME's DESCRIPTION:Mechanical Engineering for Non-ME's APRIL 19\, 2022 This cour se caters\, mainly\, to Engineers\, Technicians and Facilities Managers wh o are not intimately familiar with Mechanical Engineering Principles and P ractices. Through this course\, attendees are expected to learn basic prin ciples of mechanical engineering in a simple\, easy to understand\, format . Hours: 8 Cost: $385 Online Meeting LEARN MORE X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

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This course caters\, mainly\, to Engineers\, Technicians and Facilities Managers who are not in timately familiar with Mechanical Engineering Principles and Practices. Th rough this course\, attendees are expected to learn basic principles of me chanical engineering in a simple\, easy to understand\, format.
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Hours: 8

Cost: $385
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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20220406T1547170Z-583899-1347@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220419T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220419T160000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Mechanical Engineering for Non-ME's DESCRIPTION:Mechanical Engineering for Non-ME's APRIL 19\, 2022 This cour se caters\, mainly\, to Engineers\, Technicians and Facilities Managers wh o are not intimately familiar with Mechanical Engineering Principles and P ractices. Through this course\, attendees are expected to learn basic prin ciples of mechanical engineering in a simple\, easy to understand\, format . Hours: 8 Cost: $385 Online Meeting LEARN MORE X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Mechanical Engineering for Non-ME's

APRIL 19\, 2022

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This course caters\, mainly\, to Engineers\, Technicians and Facilities Managers who are not in timately familiar with Mechanical Engineering Principles and Practices. Th rough this course\, attendees are expected to learn basic principles of me chanical engineering in a simple\, easy to understand\, format.
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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20220406T1547250Z-583899-1348@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220413 SUMMARY:SUMMER AND FALL 2022 ENROLLMENT NOW UNDERWAY AT ALL SOWELA LOCATION S DESCRIPTION:Summer and Fall 2022 registration is now open for interested st udents who want to enroll at SOWELA for all technical and academic program s and at all four of the regional community college’s locations in Southwe st Louisiana. SOWELA is currently offering online\, hybrid and in-person options dependent on course availability and requirements. SOWELA’s main campus is in Lake Charles with satellite sites in Jennings\, Oakdale and t he recently acquired Lamar Salter Campus in Leesville (pending approval by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges). Summer semester courses begin Tuesday\, May 31. Fall semester courses g et underway on Monday\, August 15. Students can apply at https://www.sowel a.edu/admissions/how-to-enroll/. SOWELA recently announced an anonymous $ 200\,000 donation that will be used to fund student scholarships in 2022 f or those who qualify. The “SOWELA Student Success Scholarship” will be awa rded based on merit and need to students who have earned a minimum grade p oint average (GPA) of 2.5 from SOWELA\, if currently enrolled\, or a 2.5 G PA from high school if enrolling at SOWELA for the first time. All new and current SOWELA students are encouraged to complete a scholarship applicat ion at www.sowela.edu/scholarships. Financial aid assistance is also avail able. Eligible SOWELA students can take advantage of Louisiana’s “M.J. Fos ter Promise Program\,” a financial aid award given on a first-come\, first -served basis. Funds from the program may be used by students over a three -year period to cover their tuition and fees. Qualifying students are elig ible for a maximum of $3\,200 per award year with a lifetime maximum benef it of $6\,400. Students must be 21 years or older to qualify. SOWELA offer s more than 30 technical and academic programs including Practical Nursing \, Machine Tool Technology\, Culinary Arts\, Drafting and Design Technolog y\, Surgical Technology\, Accounting Technology and Forest Technology. F or more information or to apply online\, visit www.sowela.edu. Anyone need ing additional assistance can contact onestop@sowela.edu. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Summer and Fall 2022 registration is now open for interested stud ents who want to enroll at SOWELA for all technical and academic programs and at all four of the regional community college&rsquo\;s locations in So uthwest Louisiana.
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SOWELA is currently offering online\, hybrid and in-person options dependent on course availability and require ments. SOWELA&rsquo\;s main campus is in Lake Charles with satellite sites in Jennings\, Oakdale and the recently acquired Lamar Salter Campus in Le esville (pending approval by the Southern Association of Colleges and Scho ols Commission on Colleges).
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Summer semester courses beg in Tuesday\, May 31. Fall semester courses get underway on Monday\, August 15. Students can apply at \;https://www.sowela. edu/admissions/how-to-enroll/. \;

SOWELA recentl y announced an anonymous $200\,000 donation that will be used to fund stud ent scholarships in 2022 for those who qualify. The &ldquo\;SOWELA Student Success Scholarship&rdquo\; will be awarded based on merit and need to st udents who have earned a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 from SOW ELA\, if currently enrolled\, or a 2.5 GPA from high school if enrolling a t SOWELA for the first time. All new and current SOWELA students are encou raged to complete a scholarship application at \;www.sowela.edu/scholarships. Financial aid assistance is also availab le.

Eligible SOWELA students can take advantage of Louisiana&rs quo\;s &ldquo\;M.J. Foster Promise Program\,&rdquo\; a financial aid award given on a first-come\, first-served basis. Funds from the program may be used by students over a three-year period to cover their tuition and fees . Qualifying students are eligible for a maximum of $3\,200 per award year with a lifetime maximum benefit of $6\,400. Students must be 21 years or older to qualify.

SOWELA offers more than 30 technical and acad emic programs including Practical Nursing\, Machine Tool Technology\, Culi nary Arts\, Drafting and Design Technology\, Surgical Technology\, Account ing Technology and Forest Technology.
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For more informati on or to apply online\, visit \;www.sowela.edu. Anyone needing additional assistance can contact \;onestop@sowela.edu.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:SOWELA Community Technical College UID:20220413T1757370Z-583899-1355@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220513T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220513T210000 SUMMARY:DOWNTOWN AT SUNDOWN RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20220603;BYDAY=FR DESCRIPTION:For twenty-four years now\, Downtown at Sundown has given Lake Charles a reason to celebrate the diverse culture and local businesses of downtown\, and its 2022 season is fast approaching! The series is set for four consecutive Fridays from 6 to 9 p.m. beginning on May 13. The outdoor festival will take place in the 1000 block of Ryan Street in front of His toric City Hall and the Parish Courthouse. The City of Lake Charles is pr oud to announce this year’s band line up to get residents and visitors exc ited about re-experiencing downtown Lake Charles. Downtown at Sundown will showcase the finest in local art\, music\, and food. The series kicks of f with Grammy winner for best zydeco album\, Chubby Carrier and the Bayou Swamp Band\, which will be sure to ignite the stage with traditional zydec o music infused with contemporary sounds and styles. The 33s rock the stag e with the classics on May 20. The Charlie Wayne Band mixes up country mus ic with some rock favorites on May 27 for Memorial Day weekend. On June 3\ , Robin and the Sugar Bees bring it home for the final weekend playing a l ittle bit of everything. “Events such as Downtown at Sundown help establ ish downtown Lake Charles as a thriving urban community that offers someth ing exciting for its residents\, businesses\, and visitors\,” said Mayor N icholas Hunter. “Southwest Louisiana is blessed to have more than its fair share of talented musicians and artists\, and we plan to highlight them a t this year’s series.” CITGO Petroleum\, Stockwell Sievert Law Firm\, Ent ergy\, Lake Charles Toyota\, Fuerst Carrier and Ogden\, Erdace Companies\, First Horizon Bank and Hertz Capital One Tower have made it possible for an estimated 2\,500 attendees each week to gather and enjoy the free and f amily-friendly event. Beverage sales will benefit the Literacy Council of SWLA. Lawn chairs are welcome\; however\, ice coolers and pets are prohib ited. In case of rain\, the concerts will take place inside the Lake Charl es Civic Center. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

For twenty-four years now\, Downtown at Sund own has given Lake Charles a reason to celebrate the diverse culture and l ocal businesses of downtown\, and its 2022 season is fast approaching! The series is set for four consecutive Fridays from 6 to 9 p.m. beginning on May 13. The outdoor festival will take place in the 1000 block of Ryan Str eet in front of Historic City Hall and the Parish Courthouse. \;

The City of Lake Charles is proud to announce this year&rsquo\;s band l ine up to get residents and visitors excited about re-experiencing downtow n Lake Charles. Downtown at Sundown will showcase the finest in local art\ , music\, and food. \;

The series kicks off with Grammy winner for best zydeco album\, Chubby Carrier and the Bayou Swamp Band\, which w ill be sure to ignite the stage with traditional zydeco music infused with contemporary sounds and styles. The 33s rock the stage with the classics on May 20. The Charlie Wayne Band mixes up country music with some rock fa vorites on May 27 for Memorial Day weekend. On June 3\, Robin and the Suga r Bees bring it home for the final weekend playing a little bit of everyth ing. \; \;

&ldquo\;Events such as Downtown at Sundown help establish downtown Lake Charles as a thriving urban community that offers something exciting for its residents\, businesses\, and visitors\,&rdquo\ ; said Mayor Nicholas Hunter. &ldquo\;Southwest Louisiana is blessed to ha ve more than its fair share of talented musicians and artists\, and we pla n to highlight them at this year&rsquo\;s series.&rdquo\; \;

C ITGO Petroleum\, Stockwell Sievert Law Firm\, Entergy\, Lake Charles Toyot a\, Fuerst Carrier and Ogden\, Erdace Companies\, First Horizon Bank and H ertz Capital One Tower have made it possible for an estimated 2\,500 atten dees each week to gather and enjoy the free and family-friendly event.&nbs p\;

Beverage sales will benefit the Literacy Council of SWLA. Lawn chairs are welcome\; however\, ice coolers and pets are prohibited. In ca se of rain\, the concerts will take place inside the Lake Charles Civic Ce nter.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Downtown Lake Charles UID:20220413T1801260Z-583899-1356@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230215T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230215T153000 SUMMARY:Risk Management for Small Business Owners - Made Simple DESCRIPTION:This no cost workshop is provided by McNeese's Small business D evelopment Center. It will take place at the SEED Center on February 15 fr om 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Click here to regiser. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This no cost workshop is provided by McNees e's Small business Development Center.

It will take place at the S EED Center on February 15 from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Cl ick here to regiser. \;

CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20230130T1553290Z-583899-1547@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230131T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230131T150000 SUMMARY:Basic Business Bookkeeping DESCRIPTION:Basic Business Bookkeeing-This workshop is designed for the ent repreneur with little or no experience in business accounting. This worksh op will cover functions of record keeping\; cash versus accrual systems\, recording transactions revenue\, expenses and depreciation\; and accounts payable and receivable. Click here to learn more. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Basic Busin ess Bookkeeing-This workshop is designed for the entrepreneur with little or no experience in business accounting. This workshop will cover function s of record keeping\; cash versus accrual systems\, recording transactions revenue\, expenses and depreciation\; and accounts payable and receivable .

Click here t o learn more. \;
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20230130T1554480Z-583899-1548@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220514T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220514T220000 SUMMARY:This is Home Fest DESCRIPTION:This is Home Fest enhances the unique quality of life in Southw est Louisiana by sharing music and culture that celebrate local and global artistry. The event will take place on Saturday\, May 14 from 12 to 10 pm in front of the Old Courthouse in Lake Charles and will feature performan ces by Suzanne Santo\, Amanda Shaw\, Julian Primeaux\, Ron Fruge & Bain St reet\, Red Dirt Revue\, Snidely Whiplash\, Deuce Jaco/Xydeflo and Bad Bong o. Applications are open for food and art vendors and can be found at th e link provided. APPLICATIONS X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

This is Home Fest enhanc es the unique quality of life in Southwest Louisiana by sharing music and culture that celebrate local and global artistry. The event will take plac e on Saturday\, May 14 from 12 to 10 pm in front of the Old Courthouse in Lake Charles and will feature performances by Suzanne Santo\, Amanda Shaw\ , Julian Primeaux\, Ron Fruge &\; Bain Street\, Red Dirt Revue\, Snidel y Whiplash\, Deuce Jaco/Xydeflo and Bad Bongo.

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App lications are open for food and art vendors and can be found at the link p rovided.

APPLICATIONS

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CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Downtown Lake Charles UID:20220422T1456120Z-583899-1358@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230314T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230314T110000 SUMMARY:LaCAN-Families Helping Families Virtual Legislative Roundtable for Southwest Louisiana Area DESCRIPTION:Join Families Helping Families of SWLA\, LaCAN\, and the Louisi ana Developmental Disabilities Council as we meet with Individuals with di sabilities\, their family members\, and the professionals who support indi viduals with disabilities\, to discuss the LaCAN 2023 Legislative Agenda w ith area legislators. This is a virtual event with co-hosts Senator Abraha m & Senator Stine. Link to Register: https://tinyurl.com/LACAN5mar14 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join Famili es Helping Families of SWLA\, LaCAN\, and the Louisiana Developmental Disa bilities Council as we meet with Individuals with disabilities\, their fam ily members\, and the professionals who support individuals with disabilit ies\, to discuss the LaCAN 2023 Legislative Agenda with area legislators.& nbsp\;This is a virtual event with co-hosts Senator Abraham &\; Senator Stine.

Link to Register: \; https://tinyurl.com/LACAN5mar14
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20230131T2126440Z-583899-1557@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230309T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230309T160000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Lean Six Sigma Green Belt DESCRIPTION:Managers\, Analysts\, Engineers\, Techs and Quality & Continuou s Improvement staff\; &/or others who will go to Black Belt. Learn to lead improvement project teams to get results. They drive improvements in thei r areas of the organization & work on improvements ~20-25% of their time a nd deliver 1 or 2 small improvement projects per year. This class is 40 ho urs including 28 hours of self-study. Cost: $1\,695 Click here to registe r and/or to learn more. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Managers\, Analysts\, Engineers\, Techs and Quality &\; Continuous Improvement sta ff\; &\;/or others who will go to Black Belt. Learn to lead improvement project teams to get results. They drive improvements in their areas of t he organization &\; work on improvements ~20-25% of their time and deli ver 1 or 2 small improvement projects per year.

This class is 40 hours including 28 hours of self-stu dy. \;
~~Cost: $1\,695~~

Click here to register and/or to learn more.
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CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20230131T2123090Z-583899-1556@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220512T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220512T130000 SUMMARY:West Cal Chamber of Commerce Monthly Business Luncheon DESCRIPTION:May Monthly Business Luncheon Date: Thursday\, May 12\, 2022 Time: 12pm -1pm Doors Open @11:30am ** Location:** West Cal Events Center Guest Speaker JUDGE GUY E. BRADBERRY X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Ma y Monthly Business \;Luncheon

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Date: \;Thursday\, May 12\, 2022

Time: \;12pm -1pm

Doors Open @1 1:30am

** Location:**

West Cal Events Center

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JUDGE GUY E. BRADBERRY

CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations UID:20220426T1312560Z-583899-1363@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220503T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220503T160000 SUMMARY:Lean Six Sigma YELLOW Belt DESCRIPTION:Team Leads\, Supervisors\, Managers & Top Leadership\, plus oth ers who will go on to Green Belt or Black Belt level. Understand why impro vement project teams do what they do & info presented by teams. Helps with the improvement project selection & prioritization process. Can execute i mprovements in their span of control on a daily basis. Learns to make data -driven decisions\, solve problems\, & identify and remove wastes. Learn More X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Team Leads\, Supervisors\, Managers & amp\; Top Leadership\, plus others who will go on to Green Belt or Black B elt level. Understand why improvement project teams do what they do &\; info presented by teams. Helps with the improvement project selection &am p\; prioritization process. Can execute improvements in their span of cont rol on a daily basis. Learns to make data-driven decisions\, solve problem s\, &\; identify and remove wastes. \;

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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20220426T1420090Z-583899-1364@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220505T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220505T110000 SUMMARY:Lean Six Sigma GREEN Belt DESCRIPTION:Managers\, Analysts\, Engineers\, Techs and Quality & Continuou s Improvement staff\; &/or others who will go to Black Belt. Learn to lead improvement project teams to get results. They drive improvements in thei r areas of the organization & work on improvements ~20-25% of their time a nd deliver 1 or 2 small improvement projects per year. This class is onl ine and over four sessions! Learn More X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Managers\, Analysts\, Engineers\ , Techs and Quality &\; Continuous Improvement staff\; &\;/or others who will go to Black Belt. Learn to lead improvement project teams to get results. They drive improvements in their areas of the organization &\ ; work on improvements ~20-25% of their time and deliver 1 or 2 small impr ovement projects per year.

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This class is online an d over four sessions!

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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20220426T1421390Z-583899-1365@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220620 SUMMARY:City of Lake Charles to Offer Summer Robotics Camps DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles\, in partnership with the Robotics Edu cation and Competition (REC) Foundation\, will host a series of one-week r obotics camps this summer. Students attending the camps will follow an ed ucational standards-based curriculum designed to increase student confiden ce\, interest and proficiency in both math and science. The program\, fun ded through Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds\, is free of ch arge to attend\, but spaces are limited and students must meet eligibility requirements to be considered for acceptance into the program. To be elig ible to attend the camps\, students must be a current 3rd or 4th grade stu dent living inside the City limits of Lake Charles and they must be a memb er of a low-to-moderate income household. Sessions will take place as fol lows: Bellard (Hillcrest Community Center)                      June 13-17 \, 2022 McMillan Community Center                                      Jun e 20-24\, 2022 Riverside Community Center                                       June 27-July 1\, 2022 Lake Charles Boston Region 5 STEM Center           July 18-22\, 2022 Interested parents and/or guardians can apply in on e of two ways. In person applications are being accepted on the 5th floor of City Hall (326 Pujo St.) and online applications are being accepted at www.cityoflakecharles.com. An applicant’s eligibility is not determined un til after the application process is complete. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles\, in partnership w ith the Robotics Education and Competition (REC) Foundation\, will host a series of one-week robotics camps this summer.

\;Students att ending the camps will follow an educational standards-based curriculum des igned to increase student confidence\, interest and proficiency in both ma th and science. \; The program\, funded through Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds\, is free of charge to attend\, but spaces are li mited and students must meet eligibility requirements to be considered for acceptance into the program.

To be eligible to attend the camps\, students must be a current 3^rd \;or 4^th \;g rade student living inside the City limits of Lake Charles and they must b e a member of a low-to-moderate income household. \;

Sessions will take place as follows:

Bellard (Hillcrest Community Center) & nbsp\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; June 13- 17\, 2022

McMillan Community Center \; \; \; \;&nb sp\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \;&nbs p\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \;& nbsp\; June 20-24\, 2022

Riverside Community Center \; \;& nbsp\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \;&n bsp\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \ ; \; \; \; June 27-July 1\, 2022

Lake Charles Boston R egion 5 STEM Center \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \ ; \; July 18-22\, 2022

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Interested parents and/ or guardians can apply in one of two ways. In person applications are bein g accepted on the 5^th \;floor of City Hall (326 Pujo St.) a nd online applications are being accepted at \;www.cityoflakecharles.com. An applicant&rsquo\;s eligibility is not determined until after the applicati on process is complete.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:McMillan Community Center UID:20220426T1915080Z-583899-1369@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220627 SUMMARY:City of Lake Charles to Offer Summer Robotics Camps DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles\, in partnership with the Robotics Edu cation and Competition (REC) Foundation\, will host a series of one-week r obotics camps this summer. Students attending the camps will follow an ed ucational standards-based curriculum designed to increase student confiden ce\, interest and proficiency in both math and science. The program\, fun ded through Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds\, is free of ch arge to attend\, but spaces are limited and students must meet eligibility requirements to be considered for acceptance into the program. To be elig ible to attend the camps\, students must be a current 3rd or 4th grade stu dent living inside the City limits of Lake Charles and they must be a memb er of a low-to-moderate income household. Sessions will take place as fol lows: Bellard (Hillcrest Community Center)                      June 13-17 \, 2022 McMillan Community Center                                      Jun e 20-24\, 2022 Riverside Community Center                                       June 27-July 1\, 2022 Lake Charles Boston Region 5 STEM Center           July 18-22\, 2022 Interested parents and/or guardians can apply in on e of two ways. In person applications are being accepted on the 5th floor of City Hall (326 Pujo St.) and online applications are being accepted at www.cityoflakecharles.com. An applicant’s eligibility is not determined un til after the application process is complete. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles\, in partnership w ith the Robotics Education and Competition (REC) Foundation\, will host a series of one-week robotics camps this summer.

\;Students att ending the camps will follow an educational standards-based curriculum des igned to increase student confidence\, interest and proficiency in both ma th and science. \; The program\, funded through Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds\, is free of charge to attend\, but spaces are li mited and students must meet eligibility requirements to be considered for acceptance into the program.

To be eligible to attend the camps\, students must be a current 3^rd \;or 4^th \;g rade student living inside the City limits of Lake Charles and they must b e a member of a low-to-moderate income household. \;

Sessions will take place as follows:

Bellard (Hillcrest Community Center) & nbsp\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; June 13- 17\, 2022

McMillan Community Center \; \; \; \;&nb sp\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \;&nbs p\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \;& nbsp\; June 20-24\, 2022

Riverside Community Center \; \;& nbsp\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \;&n bsp\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \ ; \; \; \; June 27-July 1\, 2022

Lake Charles Boston R egion 5 STEM Center \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \ ; \; July 18-22\, 2022

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Interested parents and/ or guardians can apply in one of two ways. In person applications are bein g accepted on the 5^th \;floor of City Hall (326 Pujo St.) a nd online applications are being accepted at \;www.cityoflakecharles.com. An applicant&rsquo\;s eligibility is not determined until after the applicati on process is complete.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Riverside Community Center UID:20220426T1915350Z-583899-1370@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220718 SUMMARY:City of Lake Charles to Offer Summer Robotics Camps DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles\, in partnership with the Robotics Edu cation and Competition (REC) Foundation\, will host a series of one-week r obotics camps this summer. Students attending the camps will follow an ed ucational standards-based curriculum designed to increase student confiden ce\, interest and proficiency in both math and science. The program\, fun ded through Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds\, is free of ch arge to attend\, but spaces are limited and students must meet eligibility requirements to be considered for acceptance into the program. To be elig ible to attend the camps\, students must be a current 3rd or 4th grade stu dent living inside the City limits of Lake Charles and they must be a memb er of a low-to-moderate income household. Sessions will take place as fol lows: Bellard (Hillcrest Community Center)                      June 13-17 \, 2022 McMillan Community Center                                      Jun e 20-24\, 2022 Riverside Community Center                                       June 27-July 1\, 2022 Lake Charles Boston Region 5 STEM Center           July 18-22\, 2022 Interested parents and/or guardians can apply in on e of two ways. In person applications are being accepted on the 5th floor of City Hall (326 Pujo St.) and online applications are being accepted at www.cityoflakecharles.com. An applicant’s eligibility is not determined un til after the application process is complete. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles\, in partnership w ith the Robotics Education and Competition (REC) Foundation\, will host a series of one-week robotics camps this summer.

\;Students att ending the camps will follow an educational standards-based curriculum des igned to increase student confidence\, interest and proficiency in both ma th and science. \; The program\, funded through Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds\, is free of charge to attend\, but spaces are li mited and students must meet eligibility requirements to be considered for acceptance into the program.

To be eligible to attend the camps\, students must be a current 3^rd \;or 4^th \;g rade student living inside the City limits of Lake Charles and they must b e a member of a low-to-moderate income household. \;

Sessions will take place as follows:

Bellard (Hillcrest Community Center) & nbsp\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; June 13- 17\, 2022

McMillan Community Center \; \; \; \;&nb sp\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \;&nbs p\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \;& nbsp\; June 20-24\, 2022

Riverside Community Center \; \;& nbsp\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \;&n bsp\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \ ; \; \; \; June 27-July 1\, 2022

Lake Charles Boston R egion 5 STEM Center \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \ ; \; July 18-22\, 2022

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Interested parents and/ or guardians can apply in one of two ways. In person applications are bein g accepted on the 5^th \;floor of City Hall (326 Pujo St.) a nd online applications are being accepted at \;www.cityoflakecharles.com. An applicant&rsquo\;s eligibility is not determined until after the applicati on process is complete.
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Excel is the industry leading spreads heet software program. Yet most people are not using Excel to its fullest potential. In this class\, you will better understand and appreciate the v ersatility of Excel and how to use it more robustly as a date management t ool.

This class meets over two days.

< span>Hours: 4

Cost: $400

Click here to register online or to lea rn more. \;
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20230104T1652280Z-583899-1536@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230307T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230307T160000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt DESCRIPTION:Team Leads\, Supervisors\, Managers & Top Leadership\, plus oth ers who will go on to Green Belt or Black Belt level. Understand why impro vement project teams do what they do & info presented by teams. Helps with the improvement project selection & prioritization process. Can execute i mprovements in their span of control on a daily basis. Learns to make data -driven decisions\, solve problems\, & identify and remove wastes. This cl ass meets over 2 days Hours: 20 Cost: $595 Click here to register online a nd/or to learn more. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Team Leads\, Supervisors\, Managers & amp\; Top Leadership\, plus others who will go on to Green Belt or Black B elt level. Understand why improvement project teams do what they do &\; info presented by teams. Helps with the improvement project selection &am p\; prioritization process. Can execute improvements in their span of cont rol on a daily basis. Learns to make data-driven decisions\, solve problem s\, &\; identify and remove wastes.

This class mee ts over 2 days

Hours: 20

Cost: $ 595

Click h ere to register online and/or to learn more. \;
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:Online UID:20230104T1656380Z-583899-1538@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220510T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220510T150000 SUMMARY:FHFSWLA Meet & Greet - In Person DESCRIPTION:Families Helping Families of SWLA Meet & Greet - In Person Even t - Come join us for support! Tuesday\, May 10\, 2022 from 12 PM to 3 PM J eff Davis Parish Library 118 W Plaquemine Street\, Jennings\, LA 70546 T o register or for more information contact Mylinda or Wallace at (337) 436 -2570 or 1-800-894-6558 or Email info@fhfswla.org Link to Flyer: https ://tinyurl.com/vy8h5hyj X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Families Helping Families of SWLA Meet &\; Greet< /div>
- In Person Event -

Come join us for support!

Tuesday\, May 10\, 2022 from 12 PM to 3 PM

Jeff Davis Parish Library

118 W Plaquemine Street\, Jennings\, LA 70546

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To register or for more information contact Mylinda or Wallace

at (337) 436-2570 or 1-800-894-6558 or Email \;i nfo@fhfswla.org

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Link to Flyer: \;https://tinyurl.com/vy8h5hyj

CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Jeff Davis Parish Library UID:20220506T1358060Z-583899-1377@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211105T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211105T110000 SUMMARY:FHF: Section 504 DESCRIPTION:https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_uitGVZVRTfq_9N4JDfQ qjQ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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CATEGORIES:For the Family UID:20211019T1554060Z-583899-1228@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220518T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220518T150000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families of SWLA Meet & Greet DESCRIPTION:Families Helping Families of SWLA Meet & Greet - In Person Even t - Come join us for support! Wednesday\, May 18\, 2022 from 12 PM to 3 PM Beauregard Parish Library - DeRidder Branch - in Media Room 205 South Was hington Street\, DeRidder\, LA 70634 To register or for more information contact Beryl or Wallace at (337) 436-2570 or 1-800-894-6558 or Email inf o@fhfswla.org Link to Flyer: https://tinyurl.com/34y7y55m X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Fami lies Helping Families of SWLA Meet &\; Greet

- In Person Ev ent -

Come join us for support!

Wednesday\, May 18 \, 2022 from 12 PM to 3 PM

Beauregard Parish Library - DeRidde r Branch - in Media Room

205 South Washington Street\, DeRidde r\, LA 70634

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To register or for more information contact Beryl or Wal lace

at (337) 436-2570 or 1-800-894-6558 or Ema il \;info@fhfswla.org

Link to Flyer: \;https://tinyurl.com/34y7y55m

CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:Beauregard Parish Library UID:20220513T1304020Z-583899-1379@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220527T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220527T200000 SUMMARY:COLE SWINDELL Live in Concert DESCRIPTION: Country music’s multi-platinum superstar COLE SWINDELL will perform live in concert at Coushatta Casino Resort on Friday\, May 27. Do ors open at 7pm. Show starts at 8pm. Tickets go on sale at 10am Wednesday\ , May 11\, on Ticketmaster.com. Grammy-nominated 11-time No. 1 hit maker\, COLE SWINDELL has solidified his spot among Country music’s top headliner s with songs like “You Should Be Here\,” “Middle of a Memory\,” “Hope You Get Lonely Tonight\,” Ain’t Worth the Whiskey\,” “Chillin’ It\,” and his m ost recent back-to-back multi-week No. 1 hits “Single Saturday Night” and “Never Say Never\,” his duet with ACM Top New Female Artist of the Year La iney Wilson. “Single Saturday Night” and “Never Say Never” are the first t wo singles from his recently released fourth album Stereotype. Coushatta C asino Resort is located in Kinder\, Louisiana on US Highway 165 (I-10 exit 44) and features over 2\,000 slots and more than 55 table games including live poker\, plus sportsbook and off-track betting. Phone 800-584-7263 fo r more information\, or visit the website at www.ccrla.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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Country music&rsquo\;s multi-platinum superstar COLE SWINDELL will perfo rm live in concert at Coushatta Casino Resort on Friday\, May 27. Doors op en at 7pm. Show starts at \;8pm. Tickets go on sale at 10am Wednesday\ , May 11\, on Ticketmaster.com.

Grammy-n ominated 11-time No. 1 hit maker\, COLE SWINDELL has solidified his spot a mong \;Country music&rsquo\;s top headliners with songs like &ldquo\;Y ou Should Be Here\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;Middle of a Memory\,&rdquo\; \;&ld quo\;Hope You Get Lonely Tonight\,&rdquo\; Ain&rsquo\;t Worth the Whiskey\ ,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;Chillin&rsquo\; It\,&rdquo\; and his most recent \;b ack-to-back multi-week No. 1 hits &ldquo\;Single Saturday Night&rdquo\; an d &ldquo\;Never Say Never\,&rdquo\; his duet \;with ACM Top New Female Artist of the Year Lainey Wilson. &ldquo\;Single Saturday Night&rdquo\; a nd \;&ldquo\;Never Say Never&rdquo\; are the first two singles from hi s recently released fourth album Stereotype.

Coushatta Casino Reso rt is located in Kinder\, Louisiana on US Highway 165 (I-10 exit 44) and&n bsp\;features over 2\,000 slots and more than 55 table games including liv e poker\, plus sportsbook and \;off-track betting. Phone 800-584-7263 for more information\, or visit the website at \;www.ccrla.com.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Coushatta Casino Resort UID:20220513T1510520Z-583899-1380@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221105T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221105T123000 SUMMARY:McNeese Preview Day DESCRIPTION:McNeese State University’s Preview Day for prospective students and their families will take place from 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturday\, N ov. 5\, in the Ward Memorial Arena in the Rec Complex. This free event is sponsored by the McNeese Recruiting Office. Preview Day is a campus-wide o pen house where participants can learn about admissions\, colleges and off ered majors\, Student Central and campus life\, take a campus tour and see why McNeese is the first choice for thousands of students each year. The McNeese Bookstore in the New Ranch will also be open from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. T hose that attend Preview Day receive 20% off their purchase that day. Prer egistration for the event is encouraged online but attendees may also regi ster at the door beginning at 9 a.m. McNeese personnel will be on hand to answer any questions about financial aid\, scholarships\, TOPS\, student l ife\, student services and housing. Students and their guests will receive free admission into the McNeese vs. Eastern Illinois football game at 7 p .m. at Cowboy Stadium. Participants can receive more information and regi ster online for the event by going to www.mcneese.edu/previewday or by con tacting the recruiting office at 337-475-5504. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese State University&rsquo\;s Preview D ay for prospective students and their families will
take place from 9 :30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturday\, Nov. 5\, in the Ward Memorial Arena in the Rec \;Complex. This free event is sponsored by the McNeese Recruiting Office.

Preview Day is a campus-wide open house where partic ipants can learn about
admissions\, colleges and offered majors\, Stu dent Central and campus life\, take a campus tour \;and see why McNees e is the first choice for thousands of students each year.

The McN eese Bookstore in the New Ranch will also be open from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Thos e
that attend Preview Day receive 20% off their purchase that day.

Preregistration for the event is encouraged online but attende es may also register at the \;door beginning at 9 a.m. McNeese personn el will be on hand to answer any questions about \;financial aid\, sch olarships\, TOPS\, student life\, student services and housing.

Students and their guests will receive free admission into the McNeese vs. Eastern
Illinois football game at 7 p.m. at Cowboy Stadium. \;

Participants can receive more information and register on line for the event by going to
www.mcneese.edu/previewday or by conta cting the recruiting office at 337-475-5504.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20221102T2144270Z-583899-1494@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221116T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221116T110000 SUMMARY:FHF: Focus in on Autism and Puberty DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20221102T2139350Z-583899-1493@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221111T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221111T110000 SUMMARY:Veterans Day Celebration DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles Mayor’s Armed Forces Commission will h ost the City’s annual Veterans Day Celebration at Veterans Memorial Park\, located on Lakeshore Drive\, on Friday\, November 11\, 2022\, beginning a t 10 a.m. The program will pay special tribute to post 9/11 veterans and will feature guest speaker Colonel Kevin Melton\, USAF (ret.).   A family picnic with hamburgers and hot dogs provided by Louisiana Mortgage Associa tes will follow the ceremony on the south side of the park. The picnic wil l also feature a Kids Zone provided by the City of Lake Charles Recreation and Parks Department. The day’s events are free and open to the public a nd attendees are encouraged to bring a lawn chair and/or picnic blanket to enjoy a day in Veterans Memorial Park. Event sponsors include Louisiana Mortgage Associates\, AFC 360\, Lamar and K-jon. For more information\, c all (337) 491-1201. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles Mayor&rsquo\;s Arm ed Forces Commission will host the City&rsquo\;s annual Veterans Day Celeb ration at Veterans Memorial Park\, located on Lakeshore Drive\, on Friday\ , November 11\, 2022\, beginning at 10 a.m.

\;The program wil l pay special tribute to post 9/11 veterans and will feature guest speaker Colonel Kevin Melton\, USAF (ret.). \; \;

A family picnic with hamburgers and hot dogs provided by Louisiana Mortgage Associates wi ll follow the ceremony on the south side of the park. The picnic will also feature a Kids Zone provided by the City of Lake Charles Recreation and P arks Department. \;

The day&rsquo\;s events are free and open to the public and attendees are encouraged to bring a lawn chair and/or pi cnic blanket to enjoy a day in Veterans Memorial Park. \;

Even t sponsors include Louisiana Mortgage Associates\, AFC 360\, Lamar and K-j on. \;

For more information\, call (337) 491-1201.
CATEGORIES:For the Family LOCATION:Veterans Memorial Park UID:20221102T2146440Z-583899-1495@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221111T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221111T110000 SUMMARY:Veterans Day Celebration DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles Mayor’s Armed Forces Commission will h ost the City’s annual Veterans Day Celebration at Veterans Memorial Park\, located on Lakeshore Drive\, on Friday\, November 11\, 2022\, beginning a t 10 a.m. The program will pay special tribute to post 9/11 veterans and will feature guest speaker Colonel Kevin Melton\, USAF (ret.).   A family picnic with hamburgers and hot dogs provided by Louisiana Mortgage Associa tes will follow the ceremony on the south side of the park. The picnic wil l also feature a Kids Zone provided by the City of Lake Charles Recreation and Parks Department. The day’s events are free and open to the public a nd attendees are encouraged to bring a lawn chair and/or picnic blanket to enjoy a day in Veterans Memorial Park. Event sponsors include Louisiana Mortgage Associates\, AFC 360\, Lamar and K-jon. For more information\, c all (337) 491-1201. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles Mayor&rsquo\;s Arm ed Forces Commission will host the City&rsquo\;s annual Veterans Day Celeb ration at Veterans Memorial Park\, located on Lakeshore Drive\, on Friday\ , November 11\, 2022\, beginning at 10 a.m.

\;The program wil l pay special tribute to post 9/11 veterans and will feature guest speaker Colonel Kevin Melton\, USAF (ret.). \; \;

A family picnic with hamburgers and hot dogs provided by Louisiana Mortgage Associates wi ll follow the ceremony on the south side of the park. The picnic will also feature a Kids Zone provided by the City of Lake Charles Recreation and P arks Department. \;

The day&rsquo\;s events are free and open to the public and attendees are encouraged to bring a lawn chair and/or pi cnic blanket to enjoy a day in Veterans Memorial Park. \;

Even t sponsors include Louisiana Mortgage Associates\, AFC 360\, Lamar and K-j on. \;

For more information\, call (337) 491-1201.
CATEGORIES:For the Family LOCATION:Veterans Memorial Park UID:20221102T2146440Z-583899-1496@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230321T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230321T140000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families: Social Security for People with Disabili ties DESCRIPTION:Social Security isn't just for people who are further along in life. Maria Alvarez\, Social Security Administration Public Affairs Specia list in Louisiana\, will discuss everything you wanted to know about Socia l Security benefits for people with disabilities. Link to Event Flyer: htt ps://tinyurl.com/SS4PWD-3-21 Link to Register: https://tinyurl.com/4cd5vp8 p X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Social Secu rity isn't just for people who are further along in life. Maria Alvarez\, Social Security Administration Public Affairs Specialist in Louisiana\, wi ll discuss everything you wanted to know about Social Security benefits fo r people with disabilities.

Link to Event Flyer: \;https://tinyurl.com/SS 4PWD-3-21

Link to Regis ter: \;https://tinyurl.com/4cd5vp8p
CATEGORIES:Health & Hospitals LOCATION:Online UID:20230301T2128280Z-583899-1594@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230318T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230318T130000 SUMMARY:FHF Bunny Stop & Hop DESCRIPTION:FHF Bunny Stop & Hop – In-Person Easter Event for Individuals w ith Disabilities & Their Families in SWLA Area Everyone who plans to atten d must register using the family registration link below or by calling (33 7) 436-2570 or 1-800-894-6558. Registration is limited! Family Registratio n Link: https://tinyurl.com/FHF-BSH-Mar18 Link to Flyer: https://tinyurl.c om/FHF-BSHFly3-18 Saturday\, March 18\, 2023 from 10 AM to 1 PM In Familie s Helping Families of SWLA Parking Lotat 324 West Hale Street\, Lake Charl es\, LA 70601 FHF will be hosting our first Bunny Stop & Hop Trunk or Trea t! Instead of having a typical Easter egg hunt\; we'll be inviting friends \, family and the community. The idea is that parents could simply park (“ stop”) and kids could “hop” from trunk to trunk gathering information from local community partners agencies and collecting goodies along the way. E ach participant should bring a basket. The Easter Bunny is at the event an d available for pictures. Standing Pics only.Bring your camera. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
FHF Bunny S top &\; Hop &ndash\; In-Person Easter Event for Individuals with Disabi lities &\; Their Families in SWLA Area
Everyone who plans to attend must register using the family re gistration link below or by calling (337) 436-2570 or 1-800-894-6558.

Registration is limited!< /span>
Family Registration Link: \;https://tinyurl.com/FHF-BSH-Mar18
Link to Flyer: \;https://tinyurl.com/FHF-BSHFly3-18

Saturday\, March 18\, 2023 from 10 AM to 1 PM \;In Families Helping Families of SWLA Parking Lotat 324 West Hale Stre et\, Lake Charles\, LA 70601

FHF will be hosting our first Bunny Stop &\; Hop Trunk or Treat! Inste ad of having a typical Easter egg hunt\; we'll be inviting friends\, famil y and the community.
The idea is that parents could simply park (&ldquo\;stop&rdquo\;) and kids could &l dquo\;hop&rdquo\; from trunk to trunk gathering information from local com munity partners agencies and collecting goodies along the way.
Each participant should bring a basket.
The Easter Bunny is at the even t and available for pictures. Standing Pics only.Bring your camera.
CATEGORIES:For the Family LOCATION:Families Helping Families UID:20230301T2135060Z-583899-1595@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221118T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221118T210000 SUMMARY:West Cal Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:West Cal Events Center UID:20220802T1354250Z-583899-1438@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231026T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231026T110000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families: New & Improved Section 504 Webinar DESCRIPTION:Learn how Section 504 might help your child in school and to ge t tips you can use during your Section 504 meetings. Link to Register: htt ps://tinyurl.com/newandimproved504region5 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Learn how Section 504 might help your child in school and to get tips you can use during your Section 504 meetings.
Link to Register: \;https://tinyurl.com/newandimproved504region5
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20231023T2034320Z-583899-1692@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220521T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220521T153000 SUMMARY:An Aloha Experience DESCRIPTION:Historic City Hall Arts and Cultural Center will host “An Aloha Experience” on Saturday\, May 21 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at 1001 Ryan Street. Come share an afternoon of fun for all ages with performances by several local artists including William Rose\, Christopher Gunter\, and the Lake C harles Dance Academy. The event will feature hula dancing\, enchanting uku lele playing\, a sing-along and a strum-along that is sure to put a smile on the face of every guest. It will be held in the third floor gallery ami dst a cultural exhibit entitled “Art of the Aloha Shirt\,” which explores the history\, artistry\, and production of Hawaii’s enduring fashion state ment. “We’re encouraging everyone to come dressed in their favorite Hawaii an attire and bring their own ukulele if they have one\,” said Carol Anne Gayle\, Historic City Hall Exhibition and Program Specialist. “You can pla y along in a laid-back environment\, while surrounded by an exhibit featur ing Hawaiian shirts.” The afternoon will include a special guest hula perf ormance by members of the Lake Charles Dance Academy. Audience members wil l then be invited to join in on the fun with some easy hula lessons. The A cademy operates under the direction of Colleen Cannon Benoit and was estab lished in 2011. Another highlight of the event will be ukulele performance s by guest musicians Gunter and Rose. Guests can sing-along or strum-along during their presentations\, and both artists plan to offer some helpful tips on playing the ukulele. Both artists are regular members of the Lake Charles Symphony. Gunter is director of orchestras at S.J. Welsh Middle Sc hool and A.M. Barbe High School. Rose is associate professor of music and assistant department head at McNeese’s W.A. and Dorothy Hanna Department o f Performing Arts. Following the event\, guests will be treated to Hawaiia n-style cupcakes and invited to explore “Art of the Aloha Shirt: Keoni of Hawaii\, 1938–51.” The exhibit features sixty objects\, including original textile artwork\, production sketches and swatches\, advertisements\, and vintage shirts. The exhibit tells the story of an early innovator\, John “Keoni” Meigs\, in an industry that has left an indelible mark on fashion in the United States and the world. The exhibit is curated by Dale Hope\, a Hawaiian native and second generation veteran of the garment industry. “ Art of the Aloha Shirt” is organized by ExhibitsUSA\, a program of Mid-Ame rica Arts Alliance. It will be on view at Historic City Hall through Satur day\, May 28. Historic City Hall is located at 1001 Ryan Street and has re sumed normal business hours\, Tuesday through Saturday\, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is free. Charlestown Farmers’ Market is open on Bilbo Street be hind the center every Saturday 8 a.m.-noon. For more information\, please call 491-9147 or visit www.cityoflakecharles.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Historic City Hall Arts and Cultural Center will host &ldquo\;An Aloha Experience&rdquo\; on Saturday\, May 21 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at 1001 Ryan Street. Come share an afternoon of fun for all ages with performances by several local artists including William Rose\, C hristopher Gunter\, and the Lake Charles Dance Academy. The event will fea ture hula dancing\, enchanting ukulele playing\, a sing-along and a strum- along that is sure to put a smile on the face of every guest. It will be h eld in the third floor gallery amidst a cultural exhibit entitled &ldquo\; Art of the Aloha Shirt\,&rdquo\; which explores the history\, artistry\, a nd production of Hawaii&rsquo\;s enduring fashion statement.

&ldqu o\;We&rsquo\;re encouraging everyone to come dressed in their favorite Haw aiian attire and bring their own ukulele if they have one\,&rdquo\; said C arol Anne Gayle\, Historic City Hall Exhibition and Program Specialist. &l dquo\;You can play along in a laid-back environment\, while surrounded by an exhibit featuring Hawaiian shirts.&rdquo\;

The afternoon will i nclude a special guest hula performance by members of the Lake Charles Dan ce Academy. Audience members will then be invited to join in on the fun wi th some easy hula lessons. The Academy operates under the direction of Col leen Cannon Benoit and was established in 2011.

Another highlight of the event will be ukulele performances by guest musicians Gunter and Ro se. Guests can sing-along or strum-along during their presentations\, and both artists plan to offer some helpful tips on playing the ukulele. Both artists are regular members of the Lake Charles Symphony. Gunter is direct or of orchestras at S.J. Welsh Middle School and A.M. Barbe High School. R ose is associate professor of music and assistant department head at McNee se&rsquo\;s W.A. and Dorothy Hanna Department of Performing Arts.

Following the event\, guests will be treated to Hawaiian-style cupcakes an d invited to explore &ldquo\;Art of the Aloha Shirt: Keoni of Hawaii\, 193 8&ndash\;51.&rdquo\; \;The exhibit features sixty obj ects\, including original textile artwork\, production sketches and swatch es\, advertisements\, and vintage shirts. The exhibit tells the story of a n early innovator\, John &ldquo\;Keoni&rdquo\; Meigs\, in an industry that has left an indelible mark on fashion in the United States and the world. The exhibit is curated by Dale Hope\, a Hawaiian native and second genera tion veteran of the garment industry. &ldquo\;Art of the Aloha Shirt&rdquo \; is organized by ExhibitsUSA\, a program of Mid-America Arts Alliance. I t will be on view at Historic City Hall through Saturday\, May 28.

Historic City Hall is located at 1001 Ryan Street and has resumed normal business hours\, Tuesday through Saturday\, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is free. Charlestown Farmers&rsquo\; Market is open on Bilbo Street behind t he center every Saturday 8 a.m.-noon. For more information\, please call 4 91-9147 or visit \;www.cityoflakecharles.com.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center UID:20220518T1415190Z-583899-1384@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230731T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230731T160000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Resource Conservation & Recovery Act (RCRA) DESCRIPTION:This accelerated one-day RCRA is designed to serve as both an i nitial and refresher course to assist in meeting the 40 CFR 262.34(a) and 40 CFR 265.16 training requirements. Topics include waste characterization \, treatment standards\, generator responsibilities\, emergencies\, and wa ste shipments. This class is 8 hours and is good for .8 CEUs. Cost: $590 i ncluding breakfast & lunch. Clean here to learn more and/or register onli ne. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This accelerated one-day RCRA is desi gned to serve as both an initial and refresher course to assist in meeting the 40 CFR 262.34(a) and 40 CFR 265.16 training requirements. Topics incl ude waste characterization\, treatment standards\, generator responsibilit ies\, emergencies\, and waste shipments.

This class is 8 ho urs and is good for .8 CEUs.

Cost: $590 including breakfast &\; lunch. \;

Clean here to learn more and/or register online. \;< /p> CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20230710T2012070Z-583899-1650@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220704T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220704T223000 SUMMARY:Red White Blue & You to include Parade\, Concert and Fireworks Extr avaganza DESCRIPTION:Plans are underway for the City of Lake Charles’ annual Red Whi te Blue & You Celebration on Monday\, July 4\, 2022. The celebration inclu des a patriotic concert at the Lake Charles Civic Center Arcade Pavilion w ith concessions\, face painting and a jaw-dropping fireworks display over the lake. The program begins at 6:30 p.m. with the sounds of Charlie Wayn e Band. Gyth Ridgon will take the stage at 7:30 p.m. Rigdon is a country m usic artist and local favorite who rose to national fame in 2019 when he l anded on Blake Shelton’s team for season 16 of The Voice. Sparks will fly beginning at 9:15 p.m. with a fireworks extravaganza choreographed to mus ic. Tune into KBYS 88.3 FM on your car radio or listening device for the s oundtrack simulcast. Spectators are encouraged to bring their blankets or lawn chairs. Every member of the audience will receive a complimentary fl ag to wave. The Mayor's Armed Forces Commission Queens will be selling fes tival t-shirts. If inclement weather prevails\, the program will be moved to the Civic Center Coliseum. The popular\, family-friendly event is pres ented by the City of Lake Charles\, Coca-Cola\, Visit Lake Charles\, Enter gy\, and the Community Foundation of SWLA. Additional support is provided by Exit Bayou Realty\, Pumpelly Oil\, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital\, Lak e Charles Toyota\, DW Jessen and Associates\, Devall Towing\, Dunham Price \, JD Bank\, Phillips 66\, and KBYS 88.3FM. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Plans are underway for the City of Lake Cha rles&rsquo\; annual Red White Blue &\; You Celebration on Monday\, July 4\, 2022. The celebration includes a patriotic concert at the Lake Charle s Civic Center Arcade Pavilion with concessions\, face painting and a jaw- dropping fireworks display over the lake. \;

The program begin s at 6:30 p.m. with the sounds of Charlie Wayne Band. Gyth Ridgon will tak e the stage at 7:30 p.m. Rigdon is a country music artist and local favori te who rose to national fame in 2019 when he landed on Blake Shelton&rsquo \;s team for season 16 of \;The Voice. \;

Sparks will fly beginning at 9:15 p.m. with a fireworks extravaganza choreographe d to music. Tune into KBYS 88.3 FM on your car radio or listening device f or the soundtrack simulcast. \;

Spectators are encouraged to b ring their blankets or lawn chairs. Every member of the audience will rece ive a complimentary flag to wave. The Mayor's Armed Forces Commission Quee ns will be selling festival t-shirts. If inclement weather prevails\, the program will be moved to the Civic Center Coliseum. \;

The pop ular\, family-friendly event is presented by the City of Lake Charles\, Co ca-Cola\, Visit Lake Charles\, Entergy\, and the Community Foundation of S WLA. Additional support is provided by Exit Bayou Realty\, Pumpelly Oil\, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital\, Lake Charles Toyota\, DW Jessen and Assoc iates\, Devall Towing\, Dunham Price\, JD Bank\, Phillips 66\, and KBYS 88 .3FM.
CATEGORIES:For the Family UID:20220614T1742020Z-583899-1408@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230401 SUMMARY:Bags & Brew Cornhole! DESCRIPTION:Get warmed up and ready to toss your way to victory on April 1\ , 2023! Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Louisiana (BBBS-SWLA) is exc ited to open its team registration for our third annual Bags & Brew Cornho le Tournament hosted by Crying Eagle Brewery. This is our first major even t of the year\, and we’re looking forward to getting a little corny with o ur community while enjoying great food and drinks\, good music\, and frien dly competition. Team registration takes place through the Scoreholio App on your smartphone. It is a $100 entry fee per team\, and each team will r eceive 4 drink tickets and 2 appetizer vouchers. Check-in will take place at 11 a.m. at Crying Eagle Brewery\, 1165 E. McNeese St.\, Lake Charles\, LA 70607. The tournament starts at noon and is round-robin single eliminat ion gameplay. Team registration deadline is Friday\, March 24\, at 4 p.m. We only have 128 team slots available – hurry and register your team now b efore all the boards are booked! To register\, visit https://app.scoreholi o.com/link/pqtt. Download the app\, create a player profile\, select Bags & Brew 2023 Public\, and register. You should receive a confirmation email with event details. For tournament information\, visit www.bbbsswla.org/b ags-and-brew-2023/. For more information about BBBSSWLA and how your team will help further our ability to serve the youth of southwest Louisiana\, visit www.bbbsswla.org. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Get warmed up and ready to toss your way to victory on April 1\, 2023!

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Sout hwest Louisiana (BBBS-SWLA) is excited to open its team registration for o ur \;third annual Bags &\; Brew Cornhole Tournament hosted by Cryin g Eagle Brewery. This is our first major event of \;the year\, and we& rsquo\;re looking forward to getting a little corny with our community whi le enjoying great food and
drinks\, good music\, and friendly competi tion.

Team registration takes place through the Scoreholio A pp on your smartphone. It is a $100 entry fee per team\, \;and each te am will receive 4 drink tickets and 2 appetizer vouchers. Check-in will ta ke place at 11 a.m. at Crying \;Eagle Brewery\, 1165 E. McNeese St.\, Lake Charles\, LA 70607. The tournament starts at noon and is round-robin& nbsp\;single elimination gameplay.

Team registration deadlin e is Friday\, March 24\, at 4 p.m. We only have 128 team slots available & ndash\; hurry and \;register your team now before all the boards are b ooked!

To register\, visit https://app.scoreholio.com/link/p qtt. Download the app\, create a player profile\, select Bags &\; \ ;Brew 2023 Public\, and register. You should receive a confirmation email with event details.

For tournament information\, visit www.b bbsswla.org/bags-and-brew-2023/.

For more information about BBBSSWLA and how your team will help further our ability to serve the yout h of \;southwest Louisiana\, visit www.bbbsswla.org.
CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:Crying Eagle UID:20230224T1624110Z-583899-1587@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220128 SUMMARY:IIEC: DOT Hazardous Material Transportation DESCRIPTION:This accelerated one-day DOT is designed to serve as both an in itial and refresher course meeting the 49 CFR 172.704 training requirement s. Topics include hazardous substance determination\, proper shipping name s\, placarding\, marking\, labeling\, shipping papers and more. Hours: 8 C EUs: .8 Cost: $540 Register Online X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This accelerated one-day DOT is designed to serve as both an initial and refresher course meeting the 49 CFR 172.704 training requirements. Topics include hazardous substance determination\, proper shipping names\, placarding\, marking\, labeling\, shipping papers and more.

Hours: 8

CEUs: .8

Cost: $540

Reg ister Online
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Engineering & Tech Labs Building UID:20220110T1926390Z-583899-1238@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220221 SUMMARY:IIEC: National Electric Code DESCRIPTION:This course is presented by NTT Training. The National Electric al Code® (NEC®) applies to all persons who perform electrical work. Mainte nance electricians\, construction electricians\, instrumentation technicia ns\, engineers\, and maintenance technicians are examples of those who mus t have a working knowledge of the NEC. This three-day course provides an e xcellent introduction to the NEC along with practical navigation exercises . The major changes to the 2020 NEC are addressed throughout the course fo r those seeking Code updates. The course covers topics most needed by elec trical workers including the requirements for grounding and bonding\, prop erly sizing conductors and overcurrent protection for different applicatio ns\, wiring methods\, motor installation and other general equipment speci fics and\, special topics as requested by attendees. Hours: 24 Cost: $1\,9 95 Register Online X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course is presented by NTT Training.
The National Electrical Code®\; (NEC®\;) applies to all perso ns who perform electrical work. Maintenance electricians\, construction el ectricians\, instrumentation technicians\, engineers\, and maintenance tec hnicians are examples of those who must have a working knowledge of the NE C. This three-day course provides an excellent introduction to the NEC alo ng with practical navigation exercises. The major changes to the 2020 NEC are addressed throughout the course for those seeking Code updates. The co urse covers topics most needed by electrical workers including the require ments for grounding and bonding\, properly sizing conductors and overcurre nt protection for different applications\, wiring methods\, motor installa tion and other general equipment specifics and\, special topics as request ed by attendees.

Hours: 24

Cost: $1\,995

Register Online

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CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Engineering & Tech Labs Building UID:20220110T1924550Z-583899-1237@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230810T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230810T160000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Basic Engineering Economics for Process Industries DESCRIPTION:This course presents basic engineering economics concepts for p rocess industries such as chemicals\, food\, beverages\, base metals\, pla stics\, pharmaceuticals/cosmeceuticals\, etc. The topics to be covered in this 2-day course include investment (capital) cost and production (manufa cturing) cost estimation as well as economic feasibility analysis by evalu ating cash flows with/without considering time value of money. In addition \, selection among alternative investments via several economic parameters such as return on investment (ROI)\, net present worth (NPW)\, and discou nted-cash flow rate of return (DCFRR) will be covered. Microeconomics and break-even analysis for pricing will also be discussed. This class is 8 ho urs over 2 days and earns .8 CEUs. Cost: $375 Click here to learn more and /or register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course presents basic engineerin g economics concepts for process industries such as chemicals\, food\, bev erages\, base metals\, plastics\, pharmaceuticals/cosmeceutic als\, etc. The topics to be covered in this 2-day course include investmen t (capital) cost and production (manufacturing) cost estimation as well as economic feasibility analysis by evaluating cash flows with/without consi dering time value of money. In addition\, selection among alternative inve stments via several economic parameters such as return on investment (ROI) \, net present worth (NPW)\, and discounted-cash flow rate of return (DCFR R) will be covered. Microeconomics and break-even analysis for pricing wil l also be discussed.

This class is 8 hours over 2 days and earns .8 CEUs.

Cost: $375

Click here to learn more and /or register online. \;
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Engineering & Tech Labs Building\, Room 111 UID:20230710T2015100Z-583899-1651@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230328T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230328T130000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families: Waivers Made Simple Webinar DESCRIPTION:Waivers Made SimpleWebinar 12 PM -- Tuesday\, March 28\, 2023 J oin us for Waivers Made Simple Webinar\, presented by Amy E. Greer\, Ph.D. OCDD Deputy Assistant Secretary – Services Learn more about the Louisiana OCDD Screening for Urgency of Need (SUN) and Tiered Waiver Process. Find out about the type of service(s) someone with a developmental disability m ay be able to access. Discover how other service systems can be accessed w hen someone with a developmental disability also needs services that are o utside of the OCDD service system. Learn about Tiered Waiver Process and t he process to get a waiver. Link to Flyer: https://tinyurl.com/yuch65ct X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Waivers Mad e SimpleWebinar

12 PM -- Tuesday\, March 28\, 2023

Join us for \;Waivers Made Simple \;Webinar\, presented b y \;Amy E. Greer\, Ph.D. OCDD Deputy Assistant Secretary &ndash\; Serv ices \;Learn more about the Louisiana OCDD Screening for Urgency of Ne ed (SUN) and Tiered Waiver Process. \;Find out about the type of servi ce(s) someone with a developmental disability may be able to access. \ ;Discover how other service systems can be accessed when someone with a de velopmental disability also needs services that are outside of the OCDD se rvice system. Learn about Tiered Waiver Process and the process to get a w aiver.
Link to Flyer: \;https://tinyurl.com/yuch65ct
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Online UID:20230322T2032030Z-583899-1604@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230528T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230528T160000 SUMMARY:Lake Charles Tackle PRO DAY DESCRIPTION:MEET & GREET PRO’s DAY at LAKE CHARLES TACKLE. COME OUT and gra b AUTOGRAPHS & PICS with some of your favorite fishing PROS …Brandon Palan iuk\, Seth Fieder and more to be announce this coming week! So\, keep a lo ok out as we release names during the week!! You don’t want to miss this P RO DAY!! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
MEET &\; GREET PRO&rsquo\;s DAY at LAKE CHARLES TACKLE. COME OUT and grab
AUTOGRAPHS &\ ; PICS with some of your favorite fishing PROS &hellip\;Brandon Palaniuk\, Seth Fieder and more to be announce this coming week! So\, keep a look ou t as we release names during the week!! You don&rsquo\;t want to miss this PRO DAY!! \;

CATEGORIES:Sports LOCATION:Lake Charles Tackle UID:20230524T1949170Z-583899-1624@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230301T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230301T213000 SUMMARY:Lutcher: Voctave DESCRIPTION:A cappella sensation Voctave has had over 150 million social me dia views of their videos\, and their latest album\, “The Spirit of the Se ason\, Deluxe Edition\,” reached No. 6 on the Billboard charts. Their prev ious album\, “The Corner of Broadway & Main Street Vol. 2\,” debuted at nu mber 3 on the iTunes charts. Hailing from Central Florida\, the eleven members of Voctave have performed across the globe and appear on countless recordings. The group has performed with GRAMMY\, Dove and American Music Award recipients including Sandi Patty\, Pentatonix's Kirstin Maldonado\, Mark Lowry\, David Phelps\, and Jody McBrayer. Voctave’s eight albums are digitally available on all platforms. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

A cappella sensation Voc tave has had over 150 million social media views of their videos\, and the ir latest album\, &ldquo\;The Spirit of the Season\, Deluxe Edition\,&rdqu o\; reached No. 6 on the Billboard charts. Their previous album\, &ldquo\; The Corner of Broadway &\; Main Street Vol. 2\,&rdquo\; debuted at numb er 3 on the iTunes charts. \;

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Hailing from Cen tral Florida\, the eleven members of Voctave have performed across the glo be and appear on countless recordings. The group has performed with GRAMMY \, Dove and American Music Award recipients including Sandi Patty\, Pentat onix's Kirstin Maldonado\, Mark Lowry\, David Phelps\, and Jody McBrayer. Voctave&rsquo\;s eight albums are digitally available on all platforms.

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CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lutcher Theater UID:20220606T1837420Z-583899-1397@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230516T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230516T110000 SUMMARY:Region 5 Virtual Resource Information Workshop DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

CATEGORIES:Health & Hospitals LOCATION:Online UID:20230417T1417560Z-583899-1614@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230520T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230520T190000 SUMMARY:FHF: The Acting Out Cycle & General Info About Behavior DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

CATEGORIES:Health & Hospitals LOCATION:Online UID:20230417T1423260Z-583899-1615@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230608T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230608T143000 SUMMARY:Getting To Know Families Helping Families Webinar DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Online UID:20230515T1924060Z-583899-1620@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230607T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230607T210000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Notary Exam Prep Course DESCRIPTION:This course provides the preparation for Louisiana's state nota ry exam. Class discussions will focus on mortgages\, conveyances\, leases\ , contracts\, legal descriptions\, successions\, wills\, trusts\, and comm unity property regime. The Louisiana court system and the Notary Public's role within that system will be included in the discussion. This is a 14-w eek course. Hours: 42 Cost: $599 Click here for more information and/or t o register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course provides the preparation for Louisiana's state notary exam. Class discuss ions will focus on mortgages\, conveyances\, leases\, contracts\, legal de scriptions\, successions\, wills\, trusts\, and community property regime. The Louisiana court system and the Notary Public's role within that syste m will be included in the discussion. This is a 14-week course. \;

Hours: 42

Cost: $599

Click here for more information and/or to register. \;
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20230515T1938450Z-583899-1621@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220615T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220615T110000 SUMMARY:Let's Talk Drainage with Calcasieu Parish DESCRIPTION:The Calcasieu Parish Police Jury’s Division of Engineering and Public Works and Calcasieu Parish Regional Watershed Management will host the second virtual session of the four-part webinar series\, “Let’s Talk D rainage\,” on Wednesday\, June 15. The overall purpose of this series is to describe the various elements that contribute to the current flooding v ulnerabilities in Calcasieu Parish\, explain various mitigation strategies and associated costs\, and develop an overall process to mitigate these v ulnerabilities within acceptable limits. This second session will be held from 9:30 a.m.-11 a.m. on Wednesday\, June 15. It will focus on programs that will help watershed management and floodplain protection. This sessi on will feature the following speakers: Allen R. Wainwright\; Director of the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury’s Division of Engineering and Public Work s\; Jeanne Arceneaux Hornsby\, Director of Engineering for C.H. Fenstermak er and Associates\; Jennifer Cobian\, Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Grant D irector\; and Jack Young\, Halff Associates Program Manager. Remaining se ssions\, dates and times: •           9:30 a.m.- 11 a.m. on Wednesday\, Au g. 3: Session 3 – Policies. •           9:30 a.m.- 11 a.m. on Wednesday\, Sept. 7: Session 4 – Projects. “Calcasieu Parish is committed to reducin g community vulnerability by implementing a variety of mitigation strategi es and best management practices to achieve long-term community resilience \,” said Terry Frelot\, Assistant Director of the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury’s Division of Engineering and Public Works. To join these webinars \, please use the following link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/calcasieu-p arish-police-jury-webinar-lets-talk-drainage-session-2-tickets-33546108212 7. Additionally\, you may use the QR Code included in the link above to re gister. All sessions will be recorded for those who can’t join the session s live. To watch the first session\, visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v =v6LIowjzTmA. For more information\, call 337-721-3700. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Calcasieu Parish Police Jury&rsquo\;s D ivision of Engineering and Public Works and Calcasieu Parish Regional Wate rshed Management will host the second virtual session of the four-part web inar series\, &ldquo\;Let&rsquo\;s Talk Drainage\,&rdquo\; on Wednesday\, June 15. \;

The overall purpose of this series is to describe the various elements that contribute to the current flooding vulnerabiliti es in Calcasieu Parish\, explain various mitigation strategies and associa ted costs\, and develop an overall process to mitigate these vulnerabiliti es within acceptable limits. \;

This second session will be he ld from 9:30 a.m.-11 a.m. on Wednesday\, June 15. It will focus on program s that will help watershed management and floodplain protection. \;

This session will feature the following speakers: Allen R. Wainwrigh t\; Director of the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury&rsquo\;s Division of Engi neering and Public Works\; Jeanne Arceneaux Hornsby\, Director of Engineer ing for C.H. Fenstermaker and Associates\; Jennifer Cobian\, Calcasieu Par ish Police Jury Grant Director\; and Jack Young\, Halff Associates Program Manager. \;

Remaining sessions\, dates and times:

&bu ll\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; 9:30 a.m.- 11 a.m. on Wednesday\, Aug. 3: Session 3 &ndash\; Policies.

&bull\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; 9:30 a.m.- 11 a.m. on Wednesday\, Sept. 7: Session 4 &ndash\; Pr ojects.

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&ldquo\;Calcasieu Parish is committed to r educing community vulnerability by implementing a variety of mitigation st rategies and best management practices to achieve long-term community resi lience\,&rdquo\; said Terry Frelot\, Assistant Director of the Calcasieu P arish Police Jury&rsquo\;s Division of Engineering and Public Works. \ ; \;

To join these webinars\, please use the following link:& nbsp\;https://www.eventbrite.com/e/calcasieu-parish-polic e-jury-webinar-lets-talk-drainage-session-2-tickets-335461082127.

Additionally\, you may use the QR Code included in the link above to r egister.

All sessions will be recorded for those who can&rsquo\;t join the sessions live. To watch the first session\, visit \;https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6LIowjzTmA.

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< p>For more information\, call 337-721-3700.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Online UID:20220607T1407490Z-583899-1403@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230721T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230721T203000 SUMMARY:Movies Under the Stars: The Parent Trap DESCRIPTION:On Friday\, July 21\, at River Bluff Park (543 Theriot Road\, M oss Bluff)\, make sure not to miss 1998’s “The Parent Trap.” This romantic comedy centers on identical twins Annie and Hallie (both played by Lindsa y Lohan)\, separated at birth and each raised by one of their biological p arents (played by Dennis Quaid and Natasha Richardson). They discover each other for the first time at summer camp and make a plan to bring their pa rents back together. (Rated PG). Both movies will start at 6:30 p.m. but be sure to get there early to get the best spots. Residents are encourage d to bring their own blankets and lawn chairs. Residents can also bring th eir own food. Free popcorn and cotton candy will be served at each event. Movies will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather. Cancellation s will be announced before the event on the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury’s website at calcasieu.gov and on CPPJ’s Facebook\, Twitter\, and Instagram pages. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
On Friday\, July \;21\, at River Bluff Park (543 Theriot Road\, Moss Bluff)\, make sure not to miss 1998&rsquo\;s &ldquo\;The Parent Trap.&rdquo\; This romantic comedy centers on identica l twins Annie and Hallie (both played by Lindsay Lohan)\, separated at bir th and each raised by one of their biological parents (played by Dennis Qu aid and Natasha Richardson). They discover each other for the first time a t summer camp and make a plan to bring their parents back together. (Rated PG).

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Both movies will start at 6:30 p.m. but be s ure to get there early to get the best spots. Residents are encouraged to bring their own blankets and lawn chairs. Residents can also bring their o wn food. Free popcorn and cotton candy will be served at each event.

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Movies will be cancelled in the event of inclement weat her. Cancellations will be announced before the event on the Calcasieu Par ish Police Jury&rsquo\;s website at \;calcasieu.gov \;and on CPPJ&rsquo\;s Faceboo k\, Twitter\, and Instagram pages.
CATEGORIES:For the Family LOCATION:River Bluff Park UID:20230710T2117270Z-583899-1659@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230822T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230822T210000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Construction Site Safety Technician DESCRIPTION:This nationally recognized training program is designed to prov ide an entry career pathway for safety professionals who have experience i n the construction field or who are seeking an entry-level position in the construction industry. This course was developed by the NCCER (National C enter for Construction Education and Research) to respond to the needs for trained safety personnel on their job sites. This class is 100 hours over 24 sessions and around 14 weeks. Cost: $1\,250 (includes testing fee\, bu t not the textbooks) Click here to learn more and/or register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This nationally recognized training&n bsp\;program is designed to provide an entry career pathway for safety pro fessionals \;who have experience in the construction field or who are seeking an entry-level \;position in the construction industry. This c ourse was developed by the NCCER \;(National Center for Construction E ducation and Research) to respond to the \;needs for trained safety pe rsonnel on their job sites.

This class is 100 hours o ver 24 sessions and around 14 weeks.

Cost: $1\,250 (i ncludes testing fee\, but not the textbooks)

Click here to learn mor e and/or register online. \;
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20230710T2020200Z-583899-1653@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230620T230000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230621T000000 SUMMARY:FHF: Your Child Is Suspended - Now What? DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20230612T1841390Z-583899-1628@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230818T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230818T220000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Private Investigating DESCRIPTION:This intensive course teaches students basic investigatory skil ls and discovery techniques. Topics include state/federal investigator law s\, undercover investigation\, surveillance techniques\, interview/ statem ent methods\, court record checks\, subpoena procedures\, computer databas e research\, video/still photography techniques\, locating witnesses and m issing persons\, and testifying techniques. This course also prepares stud ents to take the State Private Investigator Exam that is required to apply for a private investigator license in Louisiana. This class is a two-week end course that meets on the dates listed below. Event Dates: 8/18/2023\, 8/19/2023\, 8/20/2023\, 8/25/2023\, 8/26/2023\, 8/27/2023 Class starts at 6:00 PM and ends at 10:00 PM on Fridays only. Class starts at 8:00 AM and ends at 5:00 PM on Saturdays and Sundays. Click here to learn more and/or register online! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This intensive course teaches student s basic investigatory skills and discovery techniques. Topics include stat e/federal investigator laws\, undercover investigation\, surveillance tech niques\, interview/ statement methods\, court record checks\, subpoena pro cedures\, computer database research\, video/still photography techniques\ , locating witnesses and missing persons\, and testifying techniques. This course also prepares students to take the State Private Investigator Exam that is required to apply for a private investigator license in Louisiana .

This class is a two-weekend course that meets on th e dates listed below.

Event Dates: \;8/18/2023\, 8/19/2023\, 8/20/2023\, 8/25/2023\, 8/26/2023\, 8/27/2023

Class starts at 6:00 PM and ends at 10:00 PM on Fridays only.< /p>
Class starts at 8:00 AM and ends at 5:00 PM on Saturdays and Sundays.

C lick here to learn more and/or register online!
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:SEED Center UID:20230710T2017390Z-583899-1652@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230620T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230620T120000 SUMMARY:FHF: Trauma & Mental Health & Effects on Children & Youth with Spec ial Healthcare Needs DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20230613T1908060Z-583899-1630@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230801T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230801T160000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Intermediate Applied Vibration Analysis – ISO Category I DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html: CATEGORIES:General UID:20230710T2020410Z-583899-1654@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231024T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231024T160000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Enhancing Plant Profitability by Application of Process Techn ology DESCRIPTION:Norman Lieberman\, 2018 Hydrocarbon Processing Lifetime Achieve ment Award recipient and Chemical Engineer with over 57 years of experienc e in process plant operations\, will present a two-day\, live webinar on t he topic of how to apply our chemical engineering education in the field. Ideal for recent chemical engineering graduates\, anyone new to the field of process engineering\, & managers/supervisors of new chemical engineers. This class is 16 hours and earns 1.6 CEUs. Cost: $1\,500 Click here to le arn more and/or register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Norman Lieberman\, 2018 Hydrocarbon P rocessing Lifetime Achievement Award recipient and Chemical Engineer with over 57 years of experience in process plant operations\, will present a t wo-day\, live webinar on the topic of how to apply our chemical engineerin g education in the field. Ideal for recent chemical engineering graduates\ , anyone new to the field of process engineering\, &\; managers/supervi sors of new chemical engineers.

This class is 16 hours and earns 1.6 CEUs.

Cost: $1\,500

Click here to learn more and/or register online. CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20230710T2031060Z-583899-1656@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231002T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231002T160000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Intermediate Applied Vibration Analysis – ISO Category I DESCRIPTION:Learn how to establish a vibration condition monitoring program as well as begin to understand the fundamentals of vibration signature an alysis. This class is intended for maintenance technicians and engineers w ho want an introductory course in condition monitoring using vibration ana lysis. This class is 32 hours and gives 3.2 CEUs. Costs: $1\,750 and the e xam is $350. Click here to learn more and/or register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Learn how to establish a vibration co ndition monitoring program as well as begin to understand the fundamentals of vibration signature analysis. This class is intended for maintenance t echnicians and engineers who want an introductory course in condition moni toring using vibration analysis.

This class is 32 hours and gives 3.2 CEUs.

Costs: $1\,750 and the exam is $350.

Click here to learn more and/o r register online.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20230710T2022310Z-583899-1655@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230622T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230622T110000 SUMMARY:FHF: Things I Wish I Knew Workshop DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20230601T1829010Z-583899-1625@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230906T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230906T140000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families: Plant the SEED of Reading DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Central Library\, Calcasieu Parish Library UID:20230828T2044020Z-583899-1684@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231004T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231004T123000 SUMMARY:“Invest in Your Ability – Build Your Tool Box' Conference DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles Mayor's Commission On Disability and F amilies Helping Families of Southwest Louisiana present: “Invest in Your A bility – Build Your Tool Box' Conference on Wednesday\, October 4\, 2023\, from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the Lake Charles Civic Center 2nd Floor Contr aband Room\, 900 Lakeshore Drive in Lake Charles. The conference will feat ure Bruce Hamilton\, author of 'No Bad Days'\, resources from select agenc ies and entertainment. A light lunch is provided by Raising Canes. You mus t register to attend. Registration and seating is limited! Contact Familie s Helping Families of Southwest Louisiana (337) 436-2570 or visit their we bsite at: www.fhfswla.org to register! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles Mayor's Commission On Disability and Families Helping Families of Southwest Louisiana presen t: \;&ldquo\;Invest in Your Ability &ndash\; Build Your Tool Box' Conf erence on Wednesday\, October 4\, 2023\, from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the L ake Charles Civic Center 2nd Floor Contraband Room\, 900 Lakeshore Drive i n Lake Charles.

The conference will feature Bruce Hamilton\, autho r of 'No Bad Days'\, resources from select agencies and entertainment. A l ight lunch is provided by Raising Canes. You must register to attend. \;Registration and seating is limited!

Contact Families Helping Fa milies of Southwest Louisiana (337) 436-2570 or visit their website at:&nb sp\;www.fhfswla.org \;to register!

CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities UID:20230912T1354380Z-583899-1687@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230719T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230719T123000 SUMMARY:American Job Center to Host ‘Lunch and Learn’ for Employers DESCRIPTION:Employers can learn more about different kinds of employee trai ning and how the American Job Center can help fund this training at the Am erican Job Center’s “Lunch and Learn” workshop. The free workshop will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday\, July 19\, at the American Job Center\, 2424 Third St. in Lake Charles. Lunch will be provided. Panelists are Oli via Roberts with the Louisiana Workforce Commission\, Dayna Hoffpauir with the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Program\, Stephanie Seemion with Workforce Development Board #51\, Crystal Scott with Workforce Innova tion and Opportunity Act Program\, and Kenny Lynch with the Louisiana Work force Commission. They will discuss employment software\, Youth Work Exper ience Program\, Workforce Opportunity Tax Credit\, on-the-job training\, a nd fidelity bonding. There is no charge to attend but you must register b eforehand by calling 337-721-4010. Registration deadline is July 14. For more information\, contact Nypheteria Clophus at nclophus@calcasieu.gov or 337-721-4010. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Employers can learn more about different ki nds of employee training and how the American Job Center can help fund thi s training at the American Job Center&rsquo\;s &ldquo\;Lunch and Learn&rdq uo\; workshop. \;

The free workshop will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday\, July 19\, at the American Job Center\, 2424 Third St. in L ake Charles. Lunch will be provided. \;

Panelists are Olivia R oberts with the Louisiana Workforce Commission\, Dayna Hoffpauir with the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Program\, Stephanie Seemion with Workforce Development Board #51\, Crystal Scott with Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Program\, and Kenny Lynch with the Louisiana Workforce Commission. They will discuss employment software\, Youth Work Experience Program\, Workforce Opportunity Tax Credit\, on-the-job training\, and fi delity bonding. \;

There is no charge to attend but you must r egister beforehand by calling 337-721-4010. Registration deadline is July 14. \;

For more information\, contact Nypheteria Clophus at&nb sp\;nclophus@calcas ieu.gov \;or 337-721-4010.
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities UID:20230710T1449230Z-583899-1649@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230810T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230810T150000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Ergonomics Driven Engineering Design & Automation - Chronic I njury Prevention in Labor-Intensive Environment DESCRIPTION:This course is designed to serve as a crash course in ergonomic s and automation in large industrial and commercial facilities where – in the absence of ergonomics consideration in the design of mechanical\, elec trical\, and controls equipment – operators/workers would be exposed to th e risk of acute and/or chronic musculoskeletal (MSD\, Musculoskeletal Diso rder) injuries. Cost: $245 Click here to register for this Live Webinar X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course is designed to serve as a crash course in ergonomics and automation in la rge industrial and commercial facilities where &ndash\; in the absence of ergonomics consideration in the design of mechanical\, electrical\, and co ntrols equipment &ndash\; operators/workers would be exposed to the risk o f acute and/or chronic musculoskeletal (MSD\, Musculoskeletal Disorder) in juries.

Cost: $245
Click here to register for this Live Webinar

CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities UID:20230802T1902540Z-583899-1671@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230808T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230808T160000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt DESCRIPTION:A comprehensive Lean Six Sigma training program specifically de signed for Team Leads\, Supervisors\, Managers\, and Top Leadership\, as w ell as individuals who aspire to reach Green Belt or Black Belt level. Thi s program will empower participants to execute improvements within their s pan of control on a daily basis. Through a combination of theory and pract ical exercises\, attendees will learn to make data-driven decisions\, solv e problems\, and identify and remove wastes. Cost: $595 Click here to reg ister for this Live Webinar. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
A comprehen sive Lean Six Sigma training program specifically designed for Team Leads\ , Supervisors\, Managers\, and Top Leadership\, as well as individuals who aspire to reach Green Belt or Black Belt level. This program will empower participants to execute improvements within their span of control on a da ily basis. Through a combination of theory and practical exercises\, atten dees will learn to make data-driven decisions\, solve problems\, and ident ify and remove wastes. \;

Cost: $595

Click here to register for this Live We binar. \;
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:Online UID:20230802T1900030Z-583899-1669@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230809T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230809T140000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Forensics Engineering DESCRIPTION:Course on the process of forensic engineering and the steps und ertaken by a forensics engineer in investigating\, recording\, reporting o f accidents\, and hazards thereof\, and servings as an expert witness in l itigations that ensue. Participants will benefit from this unique seminar authored and conducted by a well-recognized expert on forensics. Cost: $21 0 Click here to register for this Live Webinar. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Course on t he process of forensic engineering and the steps undertaken by a forensics engineer in investigating\, recording\, reporting of accidents\, and haza rds thereof\, and servings as an expert witness in litigations that ensue. Participants will benefit from this unique seminar authored and conducted by a well-recognized expert on forensics.

Cost: $210

Click here to register for this Live Webinar.
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20230802T1901350Z-583899-1670@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231002T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231003T050000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Intermediate Applied Vibration Analysis – ISO Category I DESCRIPTION:Learn how to establish a vibration condition monitoring program as well as begin to understand the fundamentals of vibration signature an alysis. This class is intended for maintenance technicians and engineers w ho want an introductory course in condition monitoring using vibration ana lysis. Cost: $1750 for the class\, Exam is an additional $350 CEUs: 3.2 Cl ick here to learn more and to register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Learn how t o establish a vibration condition monitoring program as well as begin to u nderstand the fundamentals of vibration signature analysis. This class is intended for maintenance technicians and engineers who want an introductor y course in condition monitoring using vibration analysis.

Cost: $1750 for the class\, Exam is an add itional $350

CEUs: 3.2

Click here to learn more and to register online. \;
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20230802T1907440Z-583899-1674@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231024T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231024T153000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Enhancing Plant Profitability by Application of Process Techn ology DESCRIPTION:This webinar is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates t o bridge the gap between academia and industry\, helping them to transitio n smoothly into their professional careers. It will also provide valuable guidance for individuals who are new to the field of process engineering\, allowing them to gain a solid understanding of how to apply their theoret ical knowledge in real-world applications. Managers and supervisors of new chemical engineers will benefit from attending this webinar as well\, as it will equip them with the necessary tools to support and mentor their te am members effectively. Cost: $1\,500 CEUs: 1.6 Click here to learn more a nd register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This webina r is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates to bridge the gap betwe en academia and industry\, helping them to transition smoothly into their professional careers. It will also provide valuable guidance for individua ls who are new to the field of process engineering\, allowing them to gain a solid understanding of how to apply their theoretical knowledge in real -world applications. Managers and supervisors of new chemical engineers wi ll benefit from attending this webinar as well\, as it will equip them wit h the necessary tools to support and mentor their team members effectively .

Cost: $1\,500

CEUs: 1.6

Click h ere to learn more and register online. \;
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:SEED Center UID:20230802T1909500Z-583899-1675@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230828T220000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230829T020000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Intro to National Electrical Code DESCRIPTION:This course covers key articles of the NFPA 70\, aka\, The Nati onal Electrical Code\, and an update of 2023 changes. This course is desig ned so that even non-electrical engineers and non-electricians can learn t he basic tenets of the NEC. Download the course outline for more informati on. Cost: $410 Click here to register for this Live Webinar. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course covers key articles of the NFPA 70\, aka\, The National Electrical Code\, and an update of 2023 changes. This course is designed so that even non-e lectrical engineers and non-electricians can learn the basic tenets of the NEC. Download the course outline for more information.

Cost: $410

Click here to register for this Live Webinar.
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20230802T1904320Z-583899-1672@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230819T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230819T120000 SUMMARY:City of Lake Charles Teams up with Sasol to Host Nature in Focus In sect Encounter DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles Partners in Parks Initiative and Sasol Nature in Focus Initiative are teaming up for an Insect Encounter on Satu rday\, August 19\, 2023\, from 10 a.m. – noon. This free\, interactive eve nt will take place at Tuten Park\, 3801 Nelson Rd. This event will featur e Lafayette-based Schoolhouse Safari\, known for its exotic animal encount ers. This interactive experience will allow attendees to get an up close l ook at insects and learn more about these unique\, mysterious creatures. The free event is open to the public. For more information\, call 337-491- 1280 or email parks@cityoflc.us. Learn more about Schoolhouse Safari by vi siting https://schoolhousesafari.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles Partners in Parks Initiative and Sasol \;Nature in Focus \;Initiative are t eaming up for an \;Insect Encounter \;on Saturday\, Augus t 19\, 2023\, from 10 a.m. &ndash\; noon. This free\, interactive event wi ll take place at Tuten Park\, 3801 Nelson Rd. \;

This event wi ll feature Lafayette-based Schoolhouse Safari\, known for its exotic anima l encounters. This interactive experience will allow attendees to get an u p close look at insects and learn more about these unique\, mysterious cre atures. \;

The free event is open to the public. For more info rmation\, call 337-491-1280 or email \;parks@cityoflc.us. Learn more about Schoolhouse Saf ari by visiting \;https://schoolhousesafari.com.
CATEGORIES:For the Family LOCATION:Tuten Park UID:20230814T1409210Z-583899-1682@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230921T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230921T150000 SUMMARY:American Job Center\, Louisiana Workforce Commission Partner to Hos t Quarterly Job Fair on Oct. 11 DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html: CATEGORIES:General UID:20230921T1958160Z-583899-1688@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221207T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221207T160000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Finance\, Accounting\, & Engineering Economics for Engineers & Technical Managers DESCRIPTION:Learn about finance\, accounting\, corporate reporting requirem ents and engineering economics. Learn about fundamental book keeping or ac counting methods: The Income Statement and the Balance Sheet. Learn about the widely used and accepted capital investment performance metrics\, such as financial ratios\, payback period\, and NPV. Understand asset deprecia tion methods and their influence on net profit and taxes. Get a better app reciation of the role played by inventory systems in the control of net in come\, net profits and tax liability. Learn about life cycle cost and othe r cost classifications in industrial and commercial organizations. Hours: 8 Cost: $385 Click here to register online or to learn more. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Learn about finance\, accounting\, corporate reporting requirements and engineering e conomics. Learn about fundamental book keeping or accounting methods: The Income Statement and the Balance Sheet. Learn about the widely used and ac cepted capital investment performance metrics\, such as financial ratios\, payback period\, and NPV. Understand asset depreciation methods and their influence on net profit and taxes. Get a better appreciation of the role played by inventory systems in the control of net income\, net profits and tax liability. Learn about life cycle cost and other cost classifications in industrial and commercial organizations.

Hours: 8

Cost: $385

Click here to register online or to learn more.
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20221103T1442280Z-583899-1501@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230206 SUMMARY:IIEC: Construction Site Safety Technician DESCRIPTION:This nationally recognized training program is designed to prov ide an entry career pathway for safety professionals who have experience i n the construction field or who are seeking an entry-level position in the construction industry. This course was developed by the NCCER (National C enter for Construction Education and Research) to respond to the needs for trained safety personnel on their job sites. For more information\, cont act:Amanda Hext at (337) 562-4592 or ahext@mcneese.edu X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This nationally recognized training&n bsp\;program is designed to provide an entry career pathway for safety pro fessionals \;who have experience in the construction field or who are seeking an entry-level \;position in the construction industry. This c ourse was developed by the NCCER \;(National Center for Construction E ducation and Research) to respond to the \;needs for trained safety pe rsonnel on their job sites. \;

For more informati on\, contact:Amanda Hext at (337) 562-4592 or ahext@mcneese.edu
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities UID:20221103T1453380Z-583899-1505@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231027T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231027T110000 SUMMARY:Louisiana Bullying Prevention Law Webinar DESCRIPTION:Louisiana has a law dealing specifically with Bullying Preventi on. Many people know little if anything about the law and how to use it. T he law and supporting documentation include strategies parents and youth c an use. Join us as we discuss Louisiana’s Bullying Prevention law. This la w applies to all public school students\, regular education and special ed ucation. However\, there are some significant implications that need to be considered when a student with a disability is involved. Link to Register : https://tinyurl.com/BullyPrevention10-27-23 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Louisiana has a law dealing specifica lly with Bullying Prevention. Many people know little if anything about th e law and how to use it. The law and supporting documentation include stra tegies parents and youth can use.

Join us as we discuss Louisiana&rsquo\;s Bullying Prevention law. This law applies t o all public school students\, regular education and special education. Ho wever\, there are some significant implications that need to be considered when a student with a disability is involved.

Link to Register: \;h ttps://tinyurl.com/BullyPrevention10-27-23
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20231023T2032530Z-583899-1691@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231103T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231103T100000 SUMMARY:Job Readiness Workshop DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Career Fairs & Trade Shows UID:20231024T1755080Z-583899-1698@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220215T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220215T200000 SUMMARY:A New Door to Medicaid Eligibility: Act 421 DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Health & Hospitals LOCATION:Online UID:20220208T1855240Z-583899-1286@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231127T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231127T140000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Electrial Power Transmission and Distribution DESCRIPTION:This course is designed such that engineers of almost any speci alty can take away a commensurate amount of knowledge with little or no ba ckground in the field of electrical engineering. This course covers the fl ow of power from power generating plants all the way to point of use. This course begins with coverage of electrical power concepts in the DC\, Sing le Phase AC and Three Phase AC realms in an easy to follow approach\, illu strated and reinforced by practical applications\, examples and numerical case studies or problems. Hours: 8 Cost: $405 Click here to register X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course is designed such that eng ineers of almost any specialty can take away a commensurate amount of know ledge with little or no background in the field of electrical engineering. This course covers the flow of power from power generating plants all the way to point of use. This course begins with coverage of electrical power concepts in the DC\, Single Phase AC and Three Phase AC realms in an easy to follow approach\, illustrated and reinforced by practical applications \, examples and numerical case studies or problems.

H ours: 8

Cost: $405

Click here to register
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20231102T2102310Z-583899-1700@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231205T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231205T223000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Excel Intermediate DESCRIPTION:Excel is the industry leading spreadsheet software program. Yet most people are not using Excel to its fullest potential. In this class\, you will better understand and appreciate the versatility of Excel and ho w to use it more robustly as a data management tool. Hours: 5 Cost: $400 C lick here to register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Excel is the industry leading spreads heet software program. Yet most people are not using Excel to its fullest potential. In this class\, you will better understand and appreciate the v ersatility of Excel and how to use it more robustly as a data management t ool.

Hours: 5

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CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Drew Hall\, McNeese UID:20231102T2106110Z-583899-1702@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231208T220000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231209T030000 SUMMARY:IIEC: AC Electricity Principles\, Practice & Applications DESCRIPTION:This course covers principles of AC electricity in a simple\, e asy to understand\, format\, using simple analogies and practical\, day to day\, examples to illustrate the\, otherwise\, abstract concepts of AC el ectrical engineering. Upon attending this course\, participants will be ab le to perform straightforward and common calculations involving voltage\, current\, resistance\, circuit analysis\, single phase AC\, three phase AC \, power\, power factor\, service factor\, load factor\, etc. Hours: 5 Cos t: $245 Click here to register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course covers principles of AC e lectricity in a simple\, easy to understand\, format\, using simple analog ies and practical\, day to day\, examples to illustrate the\, otherwise\, abstract concepts of AC electrical engineering. Upon attending this course \, participants will be able to perform straightforward and common calcula tions involving voltage\, current\, resistance\, circuit analysis\, single phase AC\, three phase AC\, power\, power factor\, service factor\, load factor\, etc.

Hours: 5

Cost: $24 5

Click her e to register online.
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20231102T2110140Z-583899-1704@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231208T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231209T050000 SUMMARY:IIEC: DOT Hazardous Material Transportation DESCRIPTION:This accelerated one-day DOT is designed to serve as both an in itial and refresher course meeting the 49 CFR 172.704 training requirement s. Topics include hazardous substance determination\, proper shipping name s\, placarding\, marking\, labeling\, shipping papers and more. Hours: 8 C EUs: .8 Cost: $540\; includes light breakfast & lunch) Click here to regis ter X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This accelerated one-day DOT is desig ned to serve as both an initial and refresher course meeting the 49 CFR 17 2.704 training requirements. Topics include hazardous substance determinat ion\, proper shipping names\, placarding\, marking\, labeling\, shipping p apers and more.

Hours: 8

CEUs: . 8

Cost: $540\; includes light breakfast &\; lunch)

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CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Engineering & Tech Labs Building\, Room 112 UID:20231102T2107430Z-583899-1703@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231213T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231213T130000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Basics of Project Management DESCRIPTION:This course will teach you how to turn goals into results. You' ll learn the basics of projects\, including terminology and project manage ment phases. Learn to plan\, communicate\, coordinate\, execute\, and trac k progress. This course is perfect for anyone seeking the fundamentals of project management and a valuable prerequisite for future PMP certificatio n. Hours: 5 (one on zoom\; 4 hours self-study) Cost: $225 Click here to re gister X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course will teach you how to tur n goals into results. You'll learn the basics of projects\, including term inology and project management phases. Learn to plan\, communicate\, coord inate\, execute\, and track progress. This course is perfect for anyone se eking the fundamentals of project management and a valuable prerequisite f or future PMP certification.

Hours: 5 (one on zoom\; 4 hours self-study)

Cost: $225

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CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20231102T2149460Z-583899-1706@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231205T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231205T160000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt DESCRIPTION:A comprehensive Lean Six Sigma training program specifically de signed for Team Leads\, Supervisors\, Managers\, and Top Leadership\, as w ell as individuals who aspire to reach Green Belt or Black Belt level. Thi s program will empower participants to execute improvements within their s pan of control on a daily basis. Through a combination of theory and pract ical exercises\, attendees will learn to make data-driven decisions\, solv e problems\, and identify and remove wastes. Over two days: 12/5 and 12/12 Hours: 20 (6 hours on Zoom\, 14 self-study) Cost: $595 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
A comprehensive Lean Six Sigma traini ng program specifically designed for Team Leads\, Supervisors\, Managers\, and Top Leadership\, as well as individuals who aspire to reach Green Bel t or Black Belt level. This program will empower participants to execute i mprovements within their span of control on a daily basis. Through a combi nation of theory and practical exercises\, attendees will learn to make da ta-driven decisions\, solve problems\, and identify and remove wastes.

Over two days: 12/5 and 12/12

Hours : 20 (6 hours on Zoom\, 14 self-study)

Cost: $595

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CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20231102T2148030Z-583899-1705@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240312T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240312T110000 SUMMARY:FHF: Social Security Benefits for People with Disabilities DESCRIPTION:Guest Speaker: Maria Alvarez\, Social Security Administration P ublic Affairs Specialist in Louisiana\, will discuss everything you wanted to know about Social Security benefits for people with disabilities. Part icipants will learn about disability benefits and the disability applicati on process\; and about other Social Security programs\, and who qualifies. Link to Register: http://tinyurl.com/SSIMarch1224 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Guest Spe aker: Maria Alvarez\, Social Security Administration Public Affairs Specia list in Louisiana\, will discuss everything you wanted to know about Socia l Security benefits for people with disabilities.

Participants will learn about disability benefits and the disability application process\; and about other Social Security programs\, and who qualifies.

Link to Register: \;http://tinyurl.com/SSIMarch1224
CATEGORIES:Health & Hospitals LOCATION:Online UID:20240226T1858570Z-583899-1749@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220210T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220210T193000 SUMMARY:Weekly Wine Tasting at the Wine Store RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20221231;BYDAY=TH DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:The Wine Store UID:20220210T1502270Z-583899-1297@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220210T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220210T190000 SUMMARY:Jennings District Attorney Candidate Forum DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Strand Theater UID:20220210T1421580Z-583899-1295@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220211T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220211T180000 SUMMARY:Lake Street Liquor: Valentine Tasting DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lake Street Liquor UID:20220210T1455350Z-583899-1296@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240509T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240509T210000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Notary Exam Prep Course DESCRIPTION:This course provides the preparation for Louisiana's state nota ry exam. Class discussions will focus on mortgages\, conveyances\, leases\ , contracts\, legal descriptions\, successions\, wills\, trusts\, and comm unity property regime. The Louisiana court system and the Notary Public's role within that system will be included in the discussion. Cost: $599 (no t including text books which are $140. This training is 42 hours over 14 w eeks. CLick here to learn more and/or register online X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

This course provides the preparation for Louisiana's stat e notary exam. Class discussions will focus on mortgages\, conveyances\, l eases\, contracts\, legal descriptions\, successions\, wills\, trusts\, an d community property regime. The Louisiana court system and the Notary Pub lic's role within that system will be included in the discussion.
Cost: $599 (not including text book s which are $140.

This trai ning is 42 hours over 14 weeks. \;

CLick here to learn more and/or register online \;

CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20240403T1745510Z-583899-1769@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210729 SUMMARY:Into the Light: Survivors of the Holocost DESCRIPTION:Visitors will find inspiration in the strength and courage of H olocaust survivors in “Into the Light: Survivors of the Holocaust”. It fea tures 26 color portraits and audio interviews with survivors in their home s in the Palm Springs area. It is curated by Art2Art Circulating Exhibitio ns and shows the work of photographer Nancy Baron. This exhibit will be on view at Historic City Hall from July 29 through September 24\, 2022. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Visitors wi ll find inspiration in the strength and courage of Holocaust survivors in& nbsp\;&ldquo\;Into the Light: Survivors of the Holocaust&rdquo\;. It features 26 color portraits and audio interview s with survivors in their homes in the Palm Springs area. It is curated by Art2Art Circulating Exhibitions and shows the work of photographer Nancy Baron. This exhibit will be on view at Historic City Hall from July 29 thr ough September 24\, 2022.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center UID:20211012T1816030Z-583899-1226@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220613T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220613T200000 SUMMARY:Residential Contractors seminar DESCRIPTION:Registration is open for the Louisiana Contractors Accreditatio n Institute’s Residential Contractors seminar. The 10-week course will be via Zoom June 13 through Aug. 17\, consisting of two-hour sessions twice a week on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The registration de adline is June 1\, and it costs $350 for the course and materials. Topics to be covered include print reading\; building calculations\; site work\, demolition and construction\; foundations\, formwork and retaining walls\ ; finishes\; roof structures\; structural loads\; wood framing constructio n\; related trades\; special construction and equipment\; and safety codes . For more information\, contact Camille Campbell at (225) 342-5534 or ca mille.campbell@la.gov. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Registration is o pen for the \;Louisiana Contractors Accreditation Institute&rsquo\;s R esidential Contractors seminar. \;

The 10-week course will be via \;Zoom \;June 13 through Aug. 17\, consisting of two-hour sess ions twice a week on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The regi stration deadline is June 1\, and it costs $350 for the course and materia ls. \;

Topics to be covered include print reading\; building c alculations\; site work\, demolition and construction\; foundations\, form work and retaining walls\; finishes\; roof structures\; structural loads\; wood framing construction\; related trades\; special construction and equ ipment\; and safety codes. \;

For more information\, contact C amille Campbell at (225) 342-5534 or \;camille.campbell@la.gov.

CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20220503T1311140Z-583899-1374@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240112T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240112T160000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Resource Conservation & Recovery Act (RCRA) DESCRIPTION:This accelerated one-day RCRA is designed to serve as both an i nitial and refresher course to assist in meeting the 40 CFR 262.34(a) and 40 CFR 265.16 training requirements. Topics include waste characterization \, treatment standards\, generator responsibilities\, emergencies\, and wa ste shipments. Cost: $590 includes a light breakfast & lunch Hours: 8 CEUs : 0.8 Click here to learn more and/or register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This accele rated one-day RCRA is designed to serve as both an initial and refresher c ourse to assist in meeting the 40 CFR 262.34(a) and 40 CFR 265.16 training requirements. Topics include waste characterization\, treatment standards \, generator responsibilities\, emergencies\, and waste shipments.< /p>
Cost: $590 includes a light breakf ast &\; lunch

Hours: 8

CEUs: 0.8

Click here to learn more and/or register online. \;
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Engineering & Tech Labs Building\, Room 111 UID:20231219T1939360Z-583899-1718@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240111T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240112T040000 SUMMARY:IIEC: DOT Hazardous Material Transportation DESCRIPTION:This accelerated one-day DOT is designed to serve as both an in itial and refresher course meeting the 49 CFR 172.704 training requirement s. Topics include hazardous substance determination\, proper shipping name s\, placarding\, marking\, labeling\, shipping papers and more. Cost: $540 includes a light breakfast & lunch Hours: 8 CEUs: 0.8 Click here to learn more/register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This accele rated one-day DOT is designed to serve as both an initial and refresher co urse meeting the 49 CFR 172.704 training requirements. Topics include haza rdous substance determination\, proper shipping names\, placarding\, marki ng\, labeling\, shipping papers and more.

Cost: $540 includes a light breakfast &\; lunch
Hours: 8

CEUs: 0.8

Click here to learn mo re/register online. \;
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Engineering & Tech Labs Building\, Room 112 UID:20231219T1940120Z-583899-1717@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240111T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240111T100000 SUMMARY:Step by Step Guide to Register Your LLC DESCRIPTION:A step by step guide to registering your LLC with the Louisiana Secretary of State's office. You will also learn how to obtain your EIN f rom the IRS. After completion of this NO COST informative webinar\, you wi ll be able to register your LLC on your own. Speaker(s): Susan Thibodeaux\ , Center Director No cost. Register Online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
A step by step guide to registering your LL C with the Louisiana Secretary of State's office. You will also learn how to obtain your EIN from the IRS.

After completion of this \;~~NO COST \;informative webinar\, you will be able to registe r your LLC on your own.~~

Speaker(s): Susan Thibodeaux\, Center Dire ctor

No cost.

Register Online. \;
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities UID:20240111T1621030Z-583899-1735@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220625T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220625T103000 SUMMARY:City of Lake Charles Teams up with Phillips 66 for Family Fun Day DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles’ Partners in Parks Initiative and Phil lips 66 are teaming up to host a Family Fun Day in the Park with STEM acti vities on Saturday\, June 25 from 8:30-10:30 a.m. This free event will tak e place at Drew Park\, 416 Dr. Michael DeBakey Dr. Families are invited t o join in on the summer morning fun with a host of activities\, including a fun jump\, kiddie train\, snacks and STEM activities. Children will lear n how to make elephant toothpaste\, glitter slime\, lava lamps\, fire snak es\, volcanos\, dry ice bubbles and play with Orbeez. The Children’s Muse um will be onsite with activities and an art station. Children can also bo ard a Phillips 66 fire truck. Snacks such as cotton candy\, popcorn and sn ow cones will be enjoyed and Lake Charles Coca-Cola is providing beverages . “When we launched Partners in Parks in 2018 our goal was to not only cr eate new partnerships that would allow us to make transformative changes t o the infrastructure of our City parks without additional financial burden to our citizens\, but also to enhance and re-energize park programming th rough innovative community partnerships\,” said Lake Charles Mayor Nic Hun ter. “We are thrilled to collaborate with Phillips 66 and the Children’s M useum on this free event that promises educational fun for the entire fami ly.” “STEM education is important for our future workforce. Phillips 66 h as a passion to provide children opportunities to explore STEM concepts an d inspire them to pursue a STEM-related career. This STEM Family Fun Day i s a great way for hands-on engagement in chemistry\, engineering\, and sci ence with our Phillips 66 volunteers. Phillips 66 is proud of our rich par tnership with the City of Lake Charles and the Children’s Museum who have helped make this happen\,” said Megan Hartman\, public relations director of Phillips 66 Lake Charles Manufacturing Complex. The free event is open to the public. For more information\, call 337-491-1280. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles&rsquo\; Partners i n Parks Initiative and Phillips 66 are teaming up to host a Family Fun Day in the Park with STEM activities on Saturday\, June 25 from 8:30-10:30 a. m. This free event will take place at Drew Park\, 416 Dr. Michael DeBakey Dr. \;

Families are invited to join in on the summer morning f un with a host of activities\, including a fun jump\, kiddie train\, snack s and STEM activities. Children will learn how to make elephant toothpaste \, glitter slime\, lava lamps\, fire snakes\, volcanos\, dry ice bubbles a nd play with Orbeez. \;

The Children&rsquo\;s Museum will be o nsite with activities and an art station. Children can also board a Philli ps 66 fire truck. Snacks such as cotton candy\, popcorn and snow cones wil l be enjoyed and Lake Charles Coca-Cola is providing beverages. \;

&ldquo\;When we launched Partners in Parks in 2018 our goal was to no t only create new partnerships that would allow us to make transformative changes to the infrastructure of our City parks without additional financi al burden to our citizens\, but also to enhance and re-energize park progr amming through innovative community partnerships\,&rdquo\; said Lake Charl es Mayor Nic Hunter. &ldquo\;We are thrilled to collaborate with Phillips 66 and the Children&rsquo\;s Museum on this free event that promises educa tional fun for the entire family.&rdquo\; \;

&ldquo\;STEM educ ation is important for our future workforce. Phillips 66 has a passion to provide children opportunities to explore STEM concepts and inspire them t o pursue a STEM-related career. This STEM Family Fun Day is a great way fo r hands-on engagement in chemistry\, engineering\, and science with our Ph illips 66 volunteers. Phillips 66 is proud of our rich partnership with th e City of Lake Charles and the Children&rsquo\;s Museum who have helped ma ke this happen\,&rdquo\; said Megan Hartman\, public relations director of Phillips 66 Lake Charles Manufacturing Complex. \;

The free e vent is open to the public. For more information\, call 337-491-1280.
CATEGORIES:For the Family LOCATION:Drew Park UID:20220620T1437570Z-583899-1412@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240507T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240507T140000 SUMMARY:FHF: Essential Social & Life Skills DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
< /p> CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20240502T1419290Z-583899-1775@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220629T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220629T130000 SUMMARY:Profit & Loss Statements DESCRIPTION: The West Cal Chamber is hosting Alan Foolkes & Christopher Fu nk who will be talking about Profit & Loss statements. Also known as a P a nd L Statement\, this will help every business understand the importance o f a P and L. Learn how to read and decipher so that you can begin to make the most financially fit decisions when it comes to where you Profit and where you are losing out. Register now so they can save your spot before w e are all sold out! Get Your Tickets X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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The West Cal Chamber is hosting Alan Foolkes &\; Christopher Funk who will be t alking about Profit &\; Loss statements. Also known as a P and L Statem ent\, this will help every business understand the importance of a P and L . \; Learn how to read and decipher so that you can begin to make the most financially fit decisions when it comes to where you Profit and where you are losing out. Register now so they can save your spot before we are all sold out!

CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:West Cal Events Center UID:20220623T1429170Z-583899-1414@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220323T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220323T110000 SUMMARY:State Health Improvement Plan DESCRIPTION:The Louisiana Department of Health invites everyone to their St ate Health Improvement Plan Virtual Meeting They will review health prio rities for Louisiana and colloborate to plan for a healthier future. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Louisiana Department of Health invites everyone to their State Health Improvement Plan Virtual Meeting
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CATEGORIES:Health & Hospitals LOCATION:Online UID:20220225T1428170Z-583899-1300@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220501T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220501T200000 SUMMARY:Banners: 30th Year Retrospective DESCRIPTION:Banners 30th Year Retrospective Champagne Toast. Come enjoy a v isual and vocal journey over the past 30 years of the Banners Cultural Jou rney. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Banners 30th Year Retr ospective Champagne Toast. Come enjoy a visual and vocal journey over the past 30 years of the Banners Cultural Journey. \;
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Squires Theater at McNeese UID:20220308T1535330Z-583899-1320@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220331T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220331T153000 SUMMARY:IIEC: General Industry Training DESCRIPTION:This training is intended to provide entry level workers inform ation on typical safety and health hazards which a work may encounter in t he workplace. Instruction will be on awareness\, identification\, recognit ion\, and prevention of job-related hazards in the workplace. Hours: 8 Cos t: $250 Click here to learn more and to register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This t raining is intended to provide entry level workers information on typical safety and health hazards which a work may encounter in the workplace. Ins truction will be on awareness\, identification\, recognition\, and prevent ion of job-related hazards in the workplace.
Hours: 8
Cost : $250
Click here to learn more a nd to register online. \;
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20220309T2109500Z-583899-1325@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220430T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220430T123000 SUMMARY:Bob Hardy Golf Scramble DESCRIPTION:In Honor of Mayor Bob Hardey\, the West Calcasieu Chamber has a dded to their Chamber Fest this year! Proceeds will be used towards Westla ke Athletics in Mayor Bob Hardey's memory. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
In Honor of Mayor Bob Hardey\, the West Cal casieu Chamber has added to their Chamber Fest this year! Proceeds will be used towards Westlake Athletics in Mayor Bob Hardey's memory.
CATEGORIES:Sports LOCATION:National Golf Club of Louisiana UID:20220303T1557540Z-583899-1304@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220520T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220520T090000 SUMMARY:KC and the Sunshine Band DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html: CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Golden Nugget UID:20220215T1443440Z-583899-1298@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240408T064500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240408T080000 SUMMARY:Jitterbug: Single Time Swing DESCRIPTION:Jitterbug is one of the most popular styles of dance. Learn the basics and then several patterns that you can take with you to your next dance. This class is 4 weeks long and meets at the dates listed below and at the times listed below. Event Dates: 4/8/2024\, 4/15/2024\, 4/22/2024\, 4/29/2024 Event Start Time: 6:45 PM Event End Time: 8:00 PM Event Cost: $ 49.00 for singles and $89 for couples Click here to register online/learn more. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Jitterbug is one of the most po pular styles of dance. Learn the basics and then several patterns that you can take with you to your next dance.
This class is 4 weeks long and meets at the dates listed below and at the times listed below.
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Event End Time: \;8:00 PM
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CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:Boogie Woogie Ballroom UID:20240219T1612440Z-583899-1746@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240305T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240305T160000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Compressors - Types\, Thermodynamics & Systems DESCRIPTION:This course will cover the design\, thermodynamics\, operation\ , specifications and sizing of compressors. For design\, the types of comp ressors and associated thermodynamics will be covered. In arrangements\, t he Compressor components will be defined and described. Specifications wil l include review of API 617\, API 618 and API 614 with associated Data She ets. Hours: 8 CEUs: .8 Cost: $550 Click here to register online or learn m ore. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course will cover the design\, thermodynamics\, operation\, specifications and s izing of compressors. For design\, the types of compressors and associated thermodynamics will be covered. In arrangements\, the Compressor componen ts will be defined and described. Specifications will include review of AP I 617\, API 618 and API 614 with associated Data Sheets.
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CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities UID:20240219T1610260Z-583899-1745@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220727T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220727T180000 SUMMARY:FHF: LaCan Community Input Meeting DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Online UID:20220720T1855080Z-583899-1433@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221213T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221213T120000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Chemical Engineering for Non-Chemical Engineers RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;COUNT=2 DESCRIPTION:This two-day course presents engineering fundamentals and appli cations at a process plant from a chemical engineer's perspective. Click h ere for the outline of both days and to register online. Hours: 16 CEUs: 1.6 Cost: $799 includes a light breakfast and lunch X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This two-da y course presents engineering fundamentals and applications at a process p lant from a chemical engineer's perspective.

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Hours: 16

CEUs: 1.6

Cost: $799 inclu des a light breakfast and lunch

CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Drew Hall\, McNeese UID:20221115T1719100Z-583899-1511@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240229T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240229T140000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Proven Renewable Energy & Energy Storage Technologies DESCRIPTION:This course caters to Engineers\, Technicians\, Facilities Mana gers\, Energy Professionals\, Architects and others who are interested in enhancing their understanding of renewable energy\, and would like to lear n about methods\, best practices and strategies for selection of the most suitable renewable energy alternative and/or suitable energy storage syste m\, with technical\, geographic and financial feasibility in mind. Hours: 8 over 2 days PDH: 8 Cost: $395 Click here to learn more and/or register o nline. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course caters to Engineers\, Technicians\, Facilities Managers\, Energy Professi onals\, Architects and others who are interested in enhancing their unders tanding of renewable energy\, and would like to learn about methods\, best practices and strategies for selection of the most suitable renewable ene rgy alternative and/or suitable energy storage system\, with technical\, g eographic and financial feasibility in mind.

Hours: 8 over 2 days

PDH: 8

Cost: $3 95

Cl ick here to learn more and/or register online. \;

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CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20240206T2143460Z-583899-1742@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240304T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240304T160000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Electrical Engineering Principles & Practice for Non-EEs DESCRIPTION:This webinar covers principles of electricity in a simple\, eas y to understand\, format\, with simple analogies and practical\, day-to-da y examples to illustrate the\, otherwise\, abstract concepts of electrical engineering. Upon attending this course\, participants will be able to pe rform straightforward and common calculations associated with voltage\, cu rrent\, resistance\, circuit analysis\, DC\, single phase AC\, three phase AC\, power\, power factor\, service factor\, load factor\, and much more. Cost: $395 Hours: 8 over 2 days Click here to register online and/or lear n more. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This webinar covers principles of ele ctricity in a simple\, easy to understand\, format\, with simple analogies and practical\, day-to-day examples to illustrate the\, otherwise\, abstr act concepts of electrical engineering. Upon attending this course\, parti cipants will be able to perform straightforward and common calculations as sociated with voltage\, current\, resistance\, circuit analysis\, DC\, sin gle phase AC\, three phase AC\, power\, power factor\, service factor\, lo ad factor\, and much more.

Cost: $395

Hours: 8 over 2 days

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CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20240206T2149030Z-583899-1744@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240301 SUMMARY:IIEC: Private Investigating DESCRIPTION:This intensive course teaches students basic investigatory skil ls and discovery techniques. Topics include state/federal investigator law s\, undercover investigation\, surveillance techniques\, interview/ statem ent methods\, court record checks\, subpoena procedures\, computer databas e research\, video/still photography techniques\, locating witnesses and m issing persons\, and testifying techniques. This course also prepares stud ents to take the State Private Investigator Exam that is required to apply for a private investigator license in Louisiana. Registration Deadline: 2 /21/2024 Hours: 40 over two weekends Course Cost: $375 (includes textbook) Exam Cost: $50 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This intensive course teaches student s basic investigatory skills and discovery techniques. Topics include stat e/federal investigator laws\, undercover investigation\, surveillance tech niques\, interview/ statement methods\, court record checks\, subpoena pro cedures\, computer database research\, video/still photography techniques\ , locating witnesses and missing persons\, and testifying techniques. This course also prepares students to take the State Private Investigator Exam that is required to apply for a private investigator license in Louisiana .

Registration Deadline: 2/21/2024

Hours: 40 over two weekends

Course Cost: $375 (inc ludes textbook)

Exam Cost: $50
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Engineering & Tech Labs Building\, Room 111 UID:20240206T2146250Z-583899-1743@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220217T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220217T120000 SUMMARY:Shakespeare's Macbeth Takes The Stage At Lutcher Theater DESCRIPTION: Macbeth\, one of Shakespeare’s most influential contributio ns to world literature will take the stage at Lutcher Theater For The Perf orming Arts on Thursday\, February 17\, 2022. The 2-hour performance will begin at 10 AM and tickets are $15 each. Individual tickets can be purchas ed by calling the Lutcher Box office at 409.886.5535\; group reservations are also available. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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M acbeth\, one of Shakespeare&rsquo\;s most influential contributions to wor ld literature will take the stage at Lutcher Theater For The Performing Ar ts on Thursday\, February 17\, 2022. The 2-hour performance will begin at 10 AM and tickets are $15 each. \;Individual tickets can be purchased by calling the Lutcher Box office at 409.886.5535\; group reservations are also available. \;

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CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lutcher Theater UID:20220202T1655560Z-583899-1274@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230922T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230922T110000 SUMMARY:Healthy Louisiana Open Enrollment 2023 Webinar DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20230911T1505260Z-583899-1686@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230524T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230524T160000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Fundamentals of LNG Processing DESCRIPTION:This course presents fundamentals of Liquified Natural Gas Proc essing steps. Recommended for persons working in sales or business develop ment and those having a background in mechanical\, chemical\, electrical a nd civil engineering as well as plant operators\, instrument technicians. Also\, recommended for anyone new to the LNG industry or interested in a g eneral overview of the LNG industry. This two-day class is from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and provides 16 PDHs and 1.6 CEUs. The cost is $699 and includes a light breakfast and lunch Click here to learn more and/or register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course presents fundamentals of Liquified Natural Gas Processing steps. Recommended for persons working in sales or business development and those having a background in mechanical \, chemical\, electrical and civil engineering as well as plant operators\ , instrument technicians. Also\, recommended for anyone new to the LNG ind ustry or interested in a general overview of the LNG industry.

This two-day class is from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and provides 16 PDHs and 1.6 CEUs.

The cost is $699 and includes a light breakfast and lunch

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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Engineering & Tech Labs Building\, Room 111 UID:20230424T2129240Z-583899-1617@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220624T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220624T193000 SUMMARY:Gallery by the Lake exhibition to open June 24 DESCRIPTION:Gallery by the Lake will open its next exhibition with a recept ion from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Friday June 24th\, 2022\, with featured arti st Patsy Zwahlen under the theme\, “Zoo View.” The reception and show will take place in the second-floor gallery at Historic City Hall Arts and Cul tural Center\, 1001 Ryan Street in Lake Charles. Zwahlen expresses her cr eativity using vibrant colors and a semi-impressionistic style. Encouraged by an aunt at an early age\, she has drawn and painted for many years. Th e urge to create has led her into careers in commercial art\, floral arran ging\, and landscape design. “My studio is a mass of color and light\; bru shes\, tubes and jars of paint\, pencils and pastels make their way to pap er and canvas.” As a self-taught artist\, Patsy has put many mediums to wo rk\, allowing her talents to explore the world of art. The “Zoo View” exh ibition will showcase Zwahlen’s drawing and painting talents as well as a playful sense of humor as she shares examples of her animal portraits\, fi gures\, and abstracted elements. Other members of Gallery by the Lake will be exhibiting art under their own interpretations of the “Zoo View” theme . The exhibition will run through Saturday\, August 27th\, 2022. Gallery by the Lake is supported by a grant from Calcasieu Parish as administered by the Arts Council of SWLA. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Gallery by the Lake will open its next exhi bition with a reception from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. \;on Friday June 24^th\, 2022\, with featured artist Patsy Zwahlen under the theme\, &l dquo\;Zoo View.&rdquo\; The reception and show will take place in the seco nd-floor gallery at Historic City Hall Arts and Cultural Center\, 1001 Rya n Street in Lake Charles. \;

Zwahlen expresses her creativity using vibrant colors and a semi-impressionistic style. Encouraged by an au nt at an early age\, she has drawn and painted for many years. The urge to create has led her into careers in commercial art\, floral arranging\, an d landscape design. &ldquo\;My studio is a mass of color and light\; brush es\, tubes and jars of paint\, pencils and pastels make their way to paper and canvas.&rdquo\; As a self-taught artist\, Patsy has put many mediums to work\, allowing her talents to explore the world of art. \;

The &ldquo\;Zoo View&rdquo\; exhibition will showcase Zwahlen&rsquo\;s dr awing and painting talents as well as a playful sense of humor as she shar es examples of her animal portraits\, figures\, and abstracted elements. O ther members of Gallery by the Lake will be exhibiting art under their own interpretations of the &ldquo\;Zoo View&rdquo\; theme. The exhibition wil l run through Saturday\, August 27th\, 2022. \;

Gallery by the Lake is supported by a grant from Calcasieu Parish as administered by the Arts Council of SWLA.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center UID:20220615T1816540Z-583899-1409@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220907T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220907T153000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Arc Flash NFPA 70E DESCRIPTION:This course caters to Professional Engineers\, Non-Licensed Eng ineers\, Technicians\, Facilities Managers\, and other professionals who a re interested in enhancing their understanding of arc flash risk in their operations or those of their clients. This course is intended to serve as an introduction\, review and update on 2021 NFPA 70E based Arc Flash Stand ards and Requirements. Learn more and Register Online X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course caters to Professional Engineers\, Non-Licensed Engineers\, Technicians\, Facilities Managers\, and other professionals who are interested in enhan cing their understanding of arc flash risk in their operations or those of their clients. This course is intended to serve as an introduction\, revi ew and update on 2021 NFPA 70E based Arc Flash Standards and Requirements.

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CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20220823T1601380Z-583899-1447@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220902T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220902T170000 SUMMARY:IIEC: DOT Hazardous Material Transportation DESCRIPTION:This accelerated one-day DOT is designed to serve as both an in itial and refresher course meeting the 49 CFR 172.704 training requirement s. Topics include hazardous substance determination\, proper shipping name s\, placarding\, marking\, labeling\, shipping papers and more. Learn More X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

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This accelerated one-day DOT is designed to serve as both an ini tial and refresher course meeting the 49 CFR 172.704 training requirements . Topics include hazardous substance determination\, proper shipping names \, placarding\, marking\, labeling\, shipping papers and more.

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CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20220823T1600070Z-583899-1446@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220907T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220907T200000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Microsoft Word DESCRIPTION:Efficiently create a wide range of business and personal docume nts\, from the simplest letter to the most complex report. Learn Word feat ures that you can use to enhance the appearance and readability of documen t. This event is over two nights. Learn More & Register Online X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Effici ently create a wide range of business and personal documents\, from the si mplest letter to the most complex report. Learn Word features that you can use to enhance the appearance and readability of document.

This event is over two nights.

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CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20220823T1604180Z-583899-1448@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231108T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231108T180000 SUMMARY:FHF: April Dunn Act: A Parent's Guide to Understanding the Law Webi nar DESCRIPTION:Rebecca Hansberry\, a consultant for Louisiana Department of Ed ucation\, will provide an overview of: The April Dunn Act\, Graduation Req uirements in Louisiana\, Eligibility for the April Dunn Act\, Individual P erformance Criteria\, Developing & Applying Individual Performance Criteri a\, and Helping Your Child Succeed. Link to Register: https://tinyurl.com/ AprilDunnAct1108 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Rebecca Hansberry\, a consultant for Louisiana Department of Education\, will provide an overview of: The April Dunn Act\, Graduation Requirements in Louisiana\, Eligibility for the Apr il Dunn Act\, Individual Performance Criteria\, Developing &\; Applying Individual Performance Criteria\, and Helping Your Child Succeed.< /p>

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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20231024T1352370Z-583899-1694@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231116T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231116T120000 SUMMARY:FHF: Understanding RTI (Response to Intervention) Webinar DESCRIPTION:Dr. Amber Harris is a school psychologist with Monroe City Scho ols and an Assistant Professor of Psychology at the University of Louisian a Monroe. She is also a mom of a young man with autism\, so she has years of personal and professional experience with all things related to special education services. She will explain RTI and how it can help all students succeed. Link to Register: https://tinyurl.com/RTINov16 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Dr. Amber Harris is a school psycholo gist with Monroe City Schools and an Assistant Professor of Psychology at the University of Louisiana Monroe. She is also a mom of a young man with autism\, so she has years of personal and professional experience with all things related to special education services. She will explain RTI and ho w it can help all students succeed.

Link to Register: \;https://tinyurl.com/RTINov16
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20231024T1354230Z-583899-1696@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231205 SUMMARY:IIEC: Basic Engineering Economics for Process Industries DESCRIPTION:This course presents basic engineering economics concepts for p rocess industries such as chemicals\, food\, beverages\, base metals\, pla stics\, pharmaceuticals/cosmeceuticals\, etc. The topics to be covered in this 2-day course include investment (capital) cost and production (manufa cturing) cost estimation as well as economic feasibility analysis by evalu ating cash flows with/without considering time value of money. In addition \, selection among alternative investments via several economic parameters such as return on investment (ROI)\, net present worth (NPW)\, and discou nted-cash flow rate of return (DCFRR) will be covered. Microeconomics and break-even analysis for pricing will also be discussed. Hours: 16 CEUs: 1.6 Cost: $425 (includes breakfast and lunch) Click Here to Register Onlin e X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course presents basic engineerin g economics concepts for process industries such as chemicals\, food\, bev erages\, base metals\, plastics\, pharmaceuticals/cosmeceutic als\, etc. The topics to be covered in this 2-day course include investmen t (capital) cost and production (manufacturing) cost estimation as well as economic feasibility analysis by evaluating cash flows with/without consi dering time value of money. In addition\, selection among alternative inve stments via several economic parameters such as return on investment (ROI) \, net present worth (NPW)\, and discounted-cash flow rate of return (DCFR R) will be covered. Microeconomics and break-even analysis for pricing wil l also be discussed. \;

Hours: 16 \;
CEUs: 1.6

Cost: $425 (includes breakfast and lunch)

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CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Engineering & Tech Labs Building\, Room 111 UID:20231102T2100450Z-583899-1697@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231115T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231115T123000 SUMMARY:FHF: Overview of Laws Enforced by EEOC DESCRIPTION:Marvis L. Hicks\, Esq.\, Outreach & Education Coordinator for t he U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission\, will cover all the statu tes that the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) enforces\, spe cifically regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act. It will also expl ain how to file a charge of discrimination. Part of this webinar will be a listening session in which EEOC staff will hear your concerns regarding d iscrimination in the workplace. Link to Register: https://tinyurl.com/EEOC Nov15 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Marvis L. Hicks\, Esq.\, Outreach &am p\; Education Coordinator for the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commis sion\, will cover all the statutes that the Equal Employment Opportunity C ommission (EEOC) enforces\, specifically regarding the Americans with Disa bilities Act. It will also explain how to file a charge of discrimination. Part of this webinar will be a listening session in which EEOC staff will hear your concerns regarding discrimination in the workplace.

Link to Register: \;https://tinyurl.com/EEO CNov15
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20231024T1353380Z-583899-1695@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220630T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220630T153000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Electrical Power & Controls DESCRIPTION:Essential fundamentals\, principles\, and practice of electrica l power and controls engineering\, designed for engineers\, technicians\, and managers with little or no electrical engineering background. This is a live webinar from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on June 30. Cost: $385 Click here to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Essent ial fundamentals\, principles\, and practice of electrical power and contr ols engineering\, designed for engineers\, technicians\, and managers with little or no electrical engineering background.

This is a live we binar from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on June 30.

Cost: $385

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CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20220615T1824190Z-583899-1411@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220622T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220622T153000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Thermodynamics and HVAC Principles & Practice DESCRIPTION:Course on essential fundamentals and practice of thermodynamics and HVAC engineering. Board Approved. This course caters\, mainly\, to En gineers\, Technicians and Facilities Managers who are not intimately famil iar with thermodynamics principles and practices. Through this workshop\, attendees are expected to learn or refresh fundamental principles and conc epts of thermodynamics in a simple\, easy to understand\, format\; catalyz ed by live discussion on the topic in class. This is a live webinar from 7 :30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on June 22. Cost: $385 Click here to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Course on essential fundamentals and practice of thermodynamics and HVAC enginee ring. Board Approved. This course caters\, mainly\, to Engineers\, Technic ians and Facilities Managers who are not intimately familiar with thermody namics principles and practices. Through this workshop\, attendees are exp ected to learn or refresh fundamental principles and concepts of thermodyn amics in a simple\, easy to understand\, format\; catalyzed by live discus sion on the topic in class.

This is a live webinar from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on June 22.

Cost: $385

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CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20220615T1824420Z-583899-1410@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220920T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220920T190000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Ethics for Registered Engineers & Surveyors DESCRIPTION:This course is designed to meet the continuing education requir ements for all licensed engineers and surveyors by providing 1 Professiona l Development Hour (PDH) as per state rule Rule 3105(A)(1) and 3105(B)(1). Learn more & Register Online X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course is designed to meet the continuing education requirements for all license d engineers and surveyors by providing 1 Professional Development Hour (PD H) as per state rule Rule 3105(A)(1) and 3105(B)(1).

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CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20220823T1606190Z-583899-1449@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220824T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220824T140000 SUMMARY:FHF: New & Improved Section 504 Webinar DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20220823T1607340Z-583899-1450@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220721T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220721T123000 SUMMARY:BBB: Commercial Insurance It's a Touchy Subject DESCRIPTION:This event is for BBB Acredited Members only. RSVP by emailing info@lakecharles.bbb.org X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This event is for BBB Acredited Members only.

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CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:Reeves Uptown Catering UID:20220705T2038580Z-583899-1424@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220805T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220805T083000 SUMMARY:B2B Breakfast: Pain at the Pump - A Round Table Discussion DESCRIPTION:This event is open to everyone regardless of their BBB Accredit ation. RSVP to Liz Trahan\, info@lakecharles.bbb.org. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

This event is open to everyone regardless of their BBB Accreditation.

RSVP to Liz Trahan\, \;info@lakecharles.bbb.org.

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CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:The Venue on 2nd Ave UID:20220705T2038020Z-583899-1423@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220909 SUMMARY:Mallard Golf Club to Host 43rd Annual Men’s City Golf Championship RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;COUNT=3 DESCRIPTION:Beginning Friday\, September 9\, 2022\, and lasting through Sun day\, September 11\, 2022\, Mallard Golf Club will host the 43rd Annual Me n’s City Golf Championship. Bolton Ford and Abell & Son have teamed up to co-sponsor this year’s event\, which marks the first time the championshi p has been held since 2019 and the first time it is being played at the al l new Mallard Golf Club. Crystal trophies will once again be presented to this year’s winners. “Prior to the events of 2020 and 2021\, the Men’s Ci ty Golf Championship was one of the oldest and largest golf tournaments in Southwest Louisiana\,” said Jonathan Jester\, Head Golf Pro at Mallard Go lf Club. “We are thrilled to not only welcome the championship back\, but to also host it for the first time at the new Mallard Golf Club.” This ye ar’s championship will feature a 54-hole stroke play event for the Champio nship Flight and a 36-hole stroke play event for all other flights. Entry fee is $150 and includes golf fees (tournament rounds and one practice rou nd)\, tee gift\, lunch on tournament days and prizes. Registration is ope n now through Tuesday\, September 6\, 2022. All flights will be determined by USGA handicap index with the exception of the Senior and Super Senior flights. The Senior Flight is for golfers ages 55-64 years old and the Sup er Senior Flight is for golfers 65 and older. Additional details and onli ne registration can be obtained by visiting www.mallardgolfclub.com. Prosp ective registrants can also call (337) 491-1400 for more information. Spe ctators are encouraged to attend. There is no admission fee\, however\, ca rts may not be available for spectators. Mallard Golf Club is located at 3470 Morganfield Drive\, Lake Charles\, LA 70607. The course features a un ique landscape that lends itself to a fast\, flat golfing experience. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Beginning Friday\, September 9\, 2022\, and lasting through Sunday\, September 11\, 2022\, Mallard Golf Club will hos t the 43rd Annual Men&rsquo\;s City Golf Championship. \;

Bolt on Ford and Abell &\; Son have teamed up to co-sponsor this year&rsquo\ ;s event\, which marks the first time the championship has been held since 2019 and the first time it is being played at the all new Mallard Golf Cl ub. Crystal trophies will once again be presented to this year&rsquo\;s wi nners. \;

&ldquo\;Prior to the events of 2020 and 2021\, the M en&rsquo\;s City Golf Championship was one of the oldest and largest golf tournaments in Southwest Louisiana\,&rdquo\; said Jonathan Jester\, Head G olf Pro at Mallard Golf Club. &ldquo\;We are thrilled to not only welcome the championship back\, but to also host it for the first time at the new Mallard Golf Club.&rdquo\; \;

This year&rsquo\;s championship will feature a 54-hole stroke play event for the Championship Flight and a 36-hole stroke play event for all other flights. Entry fee is $150 and in cludes golf fees (tournament rounds and one practice round)\, tee gift\, l unch on tournament days and prizes. \;

Registration is open no w through Tuesday\, September 6\, 2022. All flights will be determined by USGA handicap index with the exception of the Senior and Super Senior flig hts. The Senior Flight is for golfers ages 55-64 years old and the Super S enior Flight is for golfers 65 and older. \;

Additional detail s and online registration can be obtained by visiting \;www.mallardgol fclub.com. Prospective registrants can also call (337) 491-1400 for mo re information. \;

Spectators are encouraged to attend. There is no admission fee\, however\, carts may not be available for spectators. \;

Mallard Golf Club is located at 3470 Morganfield Drive\, L ake Charles\, LA 70607. The course features a unique landscape that lends itself to a fast\, flat golfing experience. \; \; \;
CATEGORIES:Outdoors LOCATION:Mallard Covde UID:20220822T1912350Z-583899-1443@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220908T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220908T130000 SUMMARY:West Cal Chamber of Commerce Monthly Business Luncheon DESCRIPTION: Guest Speaker Ronnie Johns-Chairman of the Louisiana Gaming Co ntrol Board Ronnie Johns was appointed Chairman of the Louisiana Gaming Co ntrol Board in July of 2021 by Governor John Bel Edwards. In his position as Chairman\, he serves as the Chief Regulator of all Gaming activities wh ich includes 15 Riverboard Casino licenses\, the land-based casino license in New Orleans\, the racino licenses at 4 para-mutual racetracks\, all vi deo poker licenses statewide\, and now the 20 Sports Wagering licenses plu s their wagering platforms. Chairman Johns worked as a Registered Pharmac ist from 1972-1982. In 1982 he acquired a State Farm Insurance Agency and worked in that profession until his retirement in 2020. Chairman Johns se rved in the La. House of Representatives from 1996-2008. Due to term limit s he could not run for re-election at that time. From 2008-2011\, he serve d as Chairman of the La. Lottery Corporation.  In 2012\, he was elected to the La. Senate\, where he served until July 2021 when he was appointed to his current position. While serving in the La. Legislature for 22 years\, he worked extensively on pro business issues\, adoption and foster care l egislation\, prescription drug abuse legislation\, human trafficking issue s\, and gaming legislation.  He authored legislation to create a working t askforce to modernize the gaming laws of Louisiana. That task force spent 18 months reviewing every aspect of his state's gaming laws and this work led to major changes in how Louisiana regulates the gaming industry.  He a uthored and passed legislation to allow the 15 legacy Riverboat Casino's t o become land based operations.  He passed legislation to give the casino industry a significant tax break on their promotional play programs.  He p layed a key role in the passage of the Sports Wagering program and then as Chairman had the responsibility of implementing it.   Chairman Johns is m arried to Michelle and they have one daughter and four grandchildren.  The y reside in the Lake Charles\, La. area. Click here to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

\;Guest Speaker
Ronnie Johns -Chairman of the Louisiana Gaming Control Board
Ronnie Johns w as appointed Chairman of the Louisiana Gaming Control Board in July of 202 1 by Governor John Bel Edwards.
In his position as Chairman\, he serv es as the Chief Regulator of all Gaming activities which includes 15 River board Casino licenses\, the land-based casino license in New Orleans\, the racino licenses at 4 para-mutual racetracks\, all video poker licenses st atewide\, and now the 20 Sports Wagering licenses plus their wagering plat forms. \;
Chairman Johns worked as a Registered Pharmacist from 1 972-1982. \;In 1982 he acquired a State Farm Insurance Agency and work ed in that profession until his retirement in 2020. \;
Chairman J ohns served in the La. House of Representatives from 1996-2008. \;Due to term limits he could not run for re-election at that time. \;From 2 008-2011\, he served as Chairman of the La. Lottery Corporation. \;&nb sp\;In 2012\, he was elected to the La. Senate\, where he served until Jul y 2021 when he was appointed to his current position.
While serving i n the La. Legislature for 22 years\, he worked extensively on pro business issues\, adoption and foster care legislation\, prescription drug abuse l egislation\, human trafficking issues\, and gaming legislation. \;&nbs p\;He authored legislation to create a working taskforce to modernize the gaming laws of Louisiana. \;That task force spent 18 months reviewing every aspect of his state's gaming laws and this work led to major changes in how Louisiana regulates the gaming industry. \; \;He authored and passed \;legislation to allow the 15 legacy Riverboat Casino's to become land based operations. \; \;He passed legislation to give t he casino industry a significant tax break on their promotional play progr ams. \; \;He played a key role in the passage of the Sports Wageri ng program and then as Chairman had the responsibility of implementing it. \; \;
Chairman Johns is married to Michelle and they have on e daughter and four grandchildren. \; \;They reside in the Lake Ch arles\, La. area.

Click here to register. \;

CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:West Cal Events Center UID:20220823T1339220Z-583899-1445@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220920T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220920T130000 SUMMARY:Unlocking Ambitious IEP Goals Webinar DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:For the Family LOCATION:Online UID:20220901T1959540Z-583899-1456@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230810T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230810T130000 SUMMARY:West Cal Chamber of Commerce Monthly Business Luncheon DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:West Cal Events Center UID:20230724T1447310Z-583899-1665@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220412 SUMMARY:17th Annual Business and Procurement Conference: Connecting Busines ses with Contracts RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;COUNT=2 DESCRIPTION: Click here to RSVP! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

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CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20220321T1328170Z-583899-1329@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240326T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240326T130000 SUMMARY:FHF: Louisiana DeafBlind Project DESCRIPTION:Louisiana DeafBlind Project – What exactly is meant by the term “deafblind”? What are the causes\, and how are those students identified? Who qualifies for services through the DeafBlind Project? Join us as Nick y Gillies and Cathy Miller explain answers to these and other questions re garding this nationally-recognized program. Guest Speakers: Nicky Gillies and Cathy Miller - Louisiana DeafBlind Project Link to Register: http://ti nyurl.com/DeafBlindMarch26 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Louisiana DeafBlind Project \;&ndash\; What exactly is meant by the term &ldquo \;deafblind&rdquo\;? What are the causes\, and how are those students iden tified? Who qualifies for services through the DeafBlind Project?
Join us as Nicky Gillies and Cathy Miller explain answers to these and other questions regarding this nationally-recognized program.

Guest Speakers: Nicky Gillies and Cathy Miller - Louisi ana DeafBlind Project

Link to Register: \; http://tinyurl.com/DeafBlindMarch26
CATEGORIES:Health & Hospitals LOCATION:Online UID:20240226T1859510Z-583899-1750@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240430T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240430T120000 SUMMARY:FHF: Section 504 - Special Education DESCRIPTION:Discover the similarities and differences between Section 504 a nd Special Education and how those differences may affect your child in sc hool. Link to Register: http://tinyurl.com/504SPEDSWLA X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Discover the similarities and differences between Section 504 and Special Education and how those differences may affect your child in school.

Link to Register: \;http://tinyurl.com/504SPEDSWLA< /p> CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20240226T1900540Z-583899-1751@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221006T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221006T130000 SUMMARY:FHF: Range of Early Intervention Services DESCRIPTION:Click here to learn more or to register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Click here to learn more or to register online. \;
CATEGORIES:Health & Hospitals LOCATION:Online UID:20220922T1418450Z-583899-1467@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220929T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220929T160000 SUMMARY:IIEC: National Electric Code DESCRIPTION:This course covers key articles of the NFPA 70\, aka\, The Nati onal Electrical Code\, and an update of 2020 changes. This course is desig ned so that even non-electrical engineers and non-electricians can learn t he basic tenets of the NEC. Upon attending this course\, participants will be able to identify codes pertaining to various electrical equipment inst allations. Participants will learn the methodology associated with analyzi ng and interpreting key articles in the National Electrical Code. Some key calculations related to the application of the code will be illustrated\, followed by class exercises for knowledge reinforcement purposes. Cost: $ 385 Hours: 8 Click here to learn more or register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course covers key articles of the NFPA 70\, aka\, The National Electrical Code\, and an update of 2020 changes. This course is designed so that even non-e lectrical engineers and non-electricians can learn the basic tenets of the NEC. Upon attending this course\, participants will be able to identify c odes pertaining to various electrical equipment installations. Participant s will learn the methodology associated with analyzing and interpreting ke y articles in the National Electrical Code. Some key calculations related to the application of the code will be illustrated\, followed by class exe rcises for knowledge reinforcement purposes.

Cost: $385

Hours: 8

Click here to learn more or register onlin e.
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20220922T1420250Z-583899-1468@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221110T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221110T203000 SUMMARY:APG's Annual Awards Banquet DESCRIPTION:Tickets on Sale for APG's Annual Awards Banquet featuring Keyno te Speaker Louisiana Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser The Alliance for Positive Growth (APG) has announced plans for its 4th Annual Positive Grow th Awards Banquet on Thursday\, November 10\, at L'Auberge Casino & Resort . The theme for this year's event is 'Rebuild & Grow - Strengthening the ' Heel' of the Louisiana.' 'Southwest Louisiana has made incredible strides in the ongoing recovery and rebuilding efforts\,' says Faith Hooks\, APG E xecutive Director. 'We are thrilled to bring so many of our region's leade rs together to remind one another how far we have come and how decisions b eing made now will benefit generations to come.' The keynote speaker at th is year's banquet will be Billy Nungesser\, Louisiana's Lieutenant Governo r. Since taking office in 2016\, he and his team have been champions for t ravel and tourism which drives a large portion of this region's economic a ctivity. He is the immediate past Chairman of the National Lieutenant Gove rnors Association and used his position to promote shared priorities and f oster multi-state solutions to mutual problems such as imported seafood an d seafood safety. Three local individuals who embody the recovery and resi liency spirit of the region will also be honored with the 2022 APG Positiv e Growth Community Recognition Award presented by the Lt. Governor. In add ition\, the past and present economic stability efforts of multiple busine ss sectors will be recognized for their contributions to Southwest Louisia na's recovery after the hurricanes of 2020 and the May 2021 flood. APG is an organization of professionals in the fields of real estate\, developmen t\, construction and other interested parties working together to promote strong\, progressive growth in Southwest Louisiana. Proceeds from the annu al banquet help APG support positive growth in Southwest Louisiana through a variety of initiatives\, including commissioning studies for tax alloca tions for education\, government and private partnerships\; drainage and i nfrastructure improvement\; advocating for policy changes\, ordinance upda tes and fair business practices\; educational campaigns\; and collaboratio n with local municipalities. The event begins with a social hour from 5:30 - 6:45 pm\, with the program beginning promptly at 7 pm. Sponsorship oppo rtunities are still available\, along with ticket purchase information an d ticket purchase at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/4th-annual-apg-positive- growth-banquet-tickets-401385072557 . Email info@apgrowth.org or call (337) 602-6788\, ext 100\, for more information. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Tickets on Sale for APG's Annual Awar ds Banquet featuring Keynote Speaker Louisiana Lieutenant Governor Billy N ungesser

The Alliance for Positive Growth (APG) ha s announced plans for its 4th Annual Positive Growth Awards Banquet on Thu rsday\, November 10\, at L'Auberge Casino &\; Resort. The theme for thi s year's event is 'Rebuild &\; Grow - Strengthening the 'Heel' of the L ouisiana.'

'Southwest Louisiana has made incredibl e strides in the ongoing recovery and rebuilding efforts\,' says Faith Hoo ks\, APG Executive Director. 'We are thrilled to bring so many of our regi on's leaders together to remind one another how far we have come and how d ecisions being made now will benefit generations to come.'

The keynote speaker at this year's banquet will be Billy Nungesse r\, Louisiana's Lieutenant Governor. Since taking office in 2016\, he and his team have been champions for travel and tourism which drives a large p ortion of this region's economic activity. He is the immediate past Chairm an of the National Lieutenant Governors Association and used his position to promote shared priorities and foster multi-state solutions to mutual pr oblems such as imported seafood and seafood safety.

Three local individuals who embody the recovery and resiliency spirit of the region will also be honored with the 2022 APG Positive Growth Communi ty Recognition Award presented by the Lt. Governor. In addition\, the past and present economic stability efforts of multiple business sectors will be recognized for their contributions to Southwest Louisiana's recovery af ter the hurricanes of 2020 and the May 2021 flood.

APG is an organization of professionals in the fields of real estate\, de velopment\, construction and other interested parties working together to promote strong\, progressive growth in Southwest Louisiana.
Proceeds from the annual banquet help APG support positive growt h in Southwest Louisiana through a variety of initiatives\, including comm issioning studies for tax allocations for education\, government and priva te partnerships\; drainage and infrastructure improvement\; advocating for policy changes\, ordinance updates and fair business practices\; educatio nal campaigns\; and collaboration with local municipalities.
< br />The event begins with a social hour from 5:30 - 6:45 pm\, with the program beginning promptly at 7 pm.

Sponsorshi p opportunities are still available\, along with ticket purchase informati on \; and ticket purchase at \;https://www.eventbrite.com/e/4th-annual-apg-positive-growth-banquet-t ickets-401385072557

. Email \;info@apgrowth.or g<\;mailto:info@apgrowth.org>\; or call (337) 602-6 788\, ext 100\, for more information.
CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:L'Auberge Casino Resort UID:20220929T1759120Z-583899-1475@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220311T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220311T220000 SUMMARY:Live at the Lakefront RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20220326;BYDAY=FR DESCRIPTION:The Arts & Humanities Council of SWLA is proud to announce the Live @ the Lakefront 2022 Band Lineup. Week 1 kicks off our series with a performance by the Washington-Marion High Marching Band\, followed by Jus tin Martindale & the Backstabbers\, The Zydepokes\, and Headlined by The M ain Entrée. Week 2 features the St. Louis Catholic High School Show Choir \, then Swampland String Band\, Red Dirt Revue\, and Headlined by Jarvis J acob & the Gents. Week 3 wraps up the festivities with the Lake Charles C ollege Prep Marching Band opening for Bluesiana Red\, the McNeese Jazz Ens emble\, and Headlined by The Flamethrowers. Along with live music\, local artists will be featured in an open-air art market\, and food vendors wil l be there to serve delicious local food. L@LF 2022 is presented by First Federal Bank of Louisiana and the City of Lake Charles\, as well as Visit Lake Charles\, Madison W. Crain State Farm\, Deep South Productions\, Ven ture Global\, Shiner Beer\, Southwest Beverage Company\, Louisiana Mortgag e Associates\, Amalash\, Stevens & Gilbeaux Financial Consulting Group\, J D Bank\, CBS Lake Charles\, Lake City Entertainment\, Knight Media\, Image 360\, & Digikast. The proceeds from the drink sales will go to support t he Arts & Humanities Council of SWLA. To learn more about them\, visit www .artscouncilswla.org. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Arts &\; Humanities Council of SWLA is proud to announce the Live @ the Lakefront 2022 Band Lineup. \;

Week 1 kicks off our series with a performance by the Washington-Mari on High Marching Band\, followed by Justin Martindale &\; the Backstabb ers\, The Zydepokes\, and Headlined by The Main Entré\;e. \;

Week 2 features the St. Louis Catholic High School Show Choir\, then Swampland String Band\, Red Dirt Revue\, and Headlined by Jarvis Jacob &am p\; the Gents. \;

Week 3 wraps up the festivities with the Lak e Charles College Prep Marching Band opening for Bluesiana Red\, the McNee se Jazz Ensemble\, and Headlined by The Flamethrowers. \;

Alon g with live music\, local artists will be featured in an open-air art mark et\, and food vendors will be there to serve delicious local food. \;< /p>
L@LF 2022 is presented by First Federal Bank of Louisiana and the City of Lake Charles\, as well as Visit Lake Charles\, Madison W. Crain St ate Farm\, Deep South Productions\, Venture Global\, Shiner Beer\, Southwe st Beverage Company\, Louisiana Mortgage Associates\, Amalash\, Stevens &a mp\; Gilbeaux Financial Consulting Group\, JD Bank\, CBS Lake Charles\, La ke City Entertainment\, Knight Media\, Image 360\, &\; Digikast. \;

The proceeds from the drink sales will go to support the Arts &am p\; Humanities Council of SWLA. To learn more about them\, visit \;www.artscouncilswl a.org.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20220216T1954490Z-583899-1299@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240423T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240423T160000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Pumps & Fluid Mechanics DESCRIPTION:This course provides a comprehensive overview of pumps and flui d mechanics\, covering various types of pumps\, their applications\, hydra ulics\, cavitation\, minimum flow requirements\, troubleshooting technique s\, and data sheet analysis for industrial pumps. It includes a review of API 610 standards for Centrifugal Pumps for General Refinery Service and a ddresses Applied Fluid Mechanics crucial for local industries. Cost: $625 (includes light breakfast and lunch) Hours: 16 (over two days) CEUs: 1.6 Click here to learn more/register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course provides a comprehensive overview of pumps and fluid mechanics\, covering various types of pumps\, their applications\, hydraulics\, cavitation\, m inimum flow requirements\, troubleshooting techniques\, and data sheet ana lysis for industrial pumps. It includes a review of API 610 standards for Centrifugal Pumps for General Refinery Service and addresses Applied Fluid Mechanics crucial for local industries.

Cost: $625 (includes light breakfast and lunch)

Hours: 16 (over two days)
< p>CEUs: 1.6 \;

Cl ick here to learn more/register online. \;
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Engineering & Tech Labs Building\, Room 111 UID:20240404T1833050Z-583899-1770@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221019T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221019T210000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Notary Exam Prep Course DESCRIPTION:This course provides the preparation for Louisiana's state nota ry exam. Class discussions will focus on mortgages\, conveyances\, leases\ , contracts\, legal descriptions\, successions\, wills\, trusts\, and comm unity property regime. The Louisiana court system and the Notary Public's role within that system will be included in the discussion. Classes will b e from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. over 14 weeks. Hours: 42 Cost: $499 click here t o learn more or to register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course provides the preparation for Louisiana's state notary exam. Class discuss ions will focus on mortgages\, conveyances\, leases\, contracts\, legal de scriptions\, successions\, wills\, trusts\, and community property regime. The Louisiana court system and the Notary Public's role within that syste m will be included in the discussion.

Classes will be from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. over 14 weeks. \;

Hours: 42 \;
< p>Cost: $499

click he re to learn more or to register online. \;

CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20220929T1554550Z-583899-1471@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221010T184500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221010T200000 SUMMARY:Ballroom Foxtrot & Waltz DESCRIPTION:This course is designed to bring out the natural dance abilitie s in beginners\, develop their individual styles through personal instruct ion and give the skills to waltz onto any dance floor with confidence! Thi s class meets over 5 weeks from 6\;45 p.m. to 8 p.m. starting on 10/10/22. Cost: $59 for one\; $99 for couples Click here to learn more and to regis ter online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course is designed to bring out the natural dance abilities in beginners\, develop their individual styles through personal instruction and give the skills to waltz onto any dance floor with confidence!

This class meets over 5 weeks from 6 \;45 p.m. to 8 p.m. starting on 10/10/22.

Cost: $59 for one\; $99 for couples

Click here to learn more and to register online. \;
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:Boogie Woogie Ballroom UID:20220929T1558050Z-583899-1472@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220427T230000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220428T000000 SUMMARY:The Future of Aging Well DESCRIPTION: Discover The Villages of Imperial Pointe — the retirement com munity that’s breaking the stereotypes of senior living by rewriting the r ules — and raising the bar — on what it means to live your best life. Come enjoy a light\, healthy lunch and drinks while meeting wellness experts D r. John Noble and Kristin Ward. It’s a casual event where you can chat and discover how resort-style living at The Villages of Imperial Pointe is so much more engaging\, fascinating and meaningful than anything else you’ll find. RSVP to (337) 427-8573 or visit villagesimperialpointe.com/rsvp X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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Discover The Villages of Imperial Pointe &mdash\; the retirement community that&rs quo\;s breaking the stereotypes of senior living by rewriting the rules &m dash\; and raising the bar &mdash\; on what it means to live your best lif e. Come enjoy a light\, healthy lunch and drinks while meeting wellness ex perts Dr. John Noble and Kristin Ward. It&rsquo\;s a casual event where yo u can chat and discover how resort-style living at The Villages of Imperia l Pointe is so much more engaging\, fascinating and meaningful than anythi ng else you&rsquo\;ll find.

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RSVP to (337) 427-8573 or visit \;villagesimperialpointe.com/r svp
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:Lake Charles Country Club UID:20220407T1939470Z-583899-1352@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221101T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221101T190000 SUMMARY:Building Wealth Through Real Estate DESCRIPTION:Learn how investing in real estate can take you from where you are now to having generational wealth for years to come. You'll be able to ask questions from qualified professionals in the real estate industry\, and even hear from investors who have done it themselves. This class meets three times from 5:30 pm to 7 pm starting on 11/1/22. Cost: $25 Click her e to learn more or to register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Learn h ow investing in real estate can take you from where you are now to having generational wealth for years to come. You'll be able to ask questions fro m qualified professionals in the real estate industry\, and even hear from investors who have done it themselves.

This class meets three times from 5:30 pm to 7 pm st arting on 11/1/22.

Cost: $25

Click here to learn more or to register online. \;
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20220929T1600070Z-583899-1473@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230422T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230422T120000 SUMMARY:ShredFest 2023 DESCRIPTION:Identity theft can happen to anyone\, but you can reduce your c hances of becoming the next victim. Protect your identity by shredding sen sitive documents such as bank account information\, Social Security/Social Insurance numbers\, and other personal information. Treat your personal i nformation like the valuable commodity it is. Better Business Bureau® serv ing Southwest Louisiana Foundation is offering a free community SHRED FEST . This event will take place on Saturday\, April 22\, from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm at S.J. Welsh Middle School\, 1500 W McNeese Street Lake Charles\, LA 70605. There is no charge for this event\; it is completely free and open to the public. Southwest Louisiana residents can bring up to 3 boxes of do cuments to be commercially shredded on-site. Paper must be dry and free of mold and mildew. Any documents that are spiral-bound will not be accepted . Shred Fest will be a safe and easy drive-thru event with volunteers remo ving your boxes of paper from your vehicle. This event is brought to you b y BBB serving Southwest Louisiana Foundation. Additional sponsors include: Reliable Document Storage & Shredding\, Knight Media Printing\, West Calc asieu Cameron Hospital\, First Federal Bank of Louisiana\, and Terrell & A ssociates. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Identity theft can happen to anyone\, but y ou can reduce your chances of becoming the next victim. Protect \;your identity by shredding sensitive documents such as bank account informatio n\, Social Security/Social Insurance \;numbers\, and other personal in formation. Treat your personal information like the valuable commodity it is.

Better Business Bureau®\; serving Southwest Louisiana Found ation is offering a free community SHRED FEST. This \;event will take place on Saturday\, April 22\, from 9:00 am &ndash\; 12:00 pm at S.J. Wels h Middle School\, 1500 W McNeese \;Street Lake Charles\, LA 70605.

There is no charge for this event\; it is completely free and o pen to the public.

Southwest Louisiana residents can \;bring u p to 3 boxes of documents to be commercially shredded on-site. Paper must be dry and free of mold and \;mildew. Any documents that are spiral-bo und will not be accepted. \;Shred Fest will be a safe and easy drive-t hru event with volunteers removing your boxes of paper from your
vehi cle. This event is brought to you by BBB serving Southwest Louisiana Found ation. Additional sponsors include: Reliable Document Storage &\; Shred ding\, Knight Media Printing\, West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital\, First Fed eral Bank of \;Louisiana\, and Terrell &\; Associates.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:S.J. Welsh Middle School UID:20230313T1551590Z-583899-1599@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231204T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231204T140000 SUMMARY:Finance\, Accounting and Engineering Economics for Engineers and Te chnical Managers DESCRIPTION:Learn about finance\, accounting\, corporate reporting requirem ents and engineering economics. Learn about fundamental book keeping or ac counting methods: The Income Statement and the Balance Sheet. Learn about the widely used and accepted capital investment performance metrics\, such as financial ratios\, payback period\, and NPV. Understand asset deprecia tion methods and their influence on net profit and taxes. Get a better app reciation of the role played by inventory systems in the control of net in come\, net profits and tax liability. Learn about life cycle cost and othe r cost classifications in industrial and commercial organizations. Cost: $ 405 8 Hours over two days. Click here to register/learn more. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Learn about finance\, accounting\, corporate reporting requirements and engineering e conomics. Learn about fundamental book keeping or accounting methods: The Income Statement and the Balance Sheet. Learn about the widely used and ac cepted capital investment performance metrics\, such as financial ratios\, payback period\, and NPV. Understand asset depreciation methods and their influence on net profit and taxes. Get a better appreciation of the role played by inventory systems in the control of net income\, net profits and tax liability. Learn about life cycle cost and other cost classifications in industrial and commercial organizations.

Cost: $405

8 Hours over two days.

Click here to register/learn more. \;
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20231129T1628560Z-583899-1715@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221011T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221011T190000 SUMMARY:SWLA Law Center: Entourage Jazz Swings the Bayou DESCRIPTION:The Southwest Louisiana Law Center is hosting Award winning “En tourage Jazz” of Albuquerque\, NM\, featuring LC native Emerson J. Corley\ , who will put on a fun night of jazz and rat pack style crooning to suppo rt the Law Center. Where: Panorama Music House – downtown LC When: Tues day October 11th – doors open at 5:30\, show starts at 6:30 Cost:      $50 .00 a person\, includes two drinks\, a meal\, and a great evening of music To Order: Call the SWLA Law Center – 337-436-3308 to place order - pay b y phone or by check payable to SWLA Law Center\, 1011 Lakeshore Drive\, Su ite 402\, LC\, LA 70601 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Th e Southwest Louisiana Law Center is hosting Award winning &ldquo\;Entourag e Jazz&rdquo\; of Albuquerque\, NM\, featuring LC native Emerson J. Corley \, who will put on a fun night of jazz and rat pack style crooning to supp ort the Law Center. \;

Where: \; Panorama Music House &ndash\; downtown LC

When: \ ; Tuesday October 11th \;&ndash\; doors open at 5:30\, show starts at 6:30

Cost: \; \; \; \; \; $50.00 a person\, includes two drinks\ , a meal\, and a great evening of music

To Order: \; Call the SWLA Law Center &n dash\; 337-436-3308 to place order - pay by phone or by check payable to S WLA Law Center\, 1011 Lakeshore Drive\, Suite 402\, LC\, LA 70601

CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Panorama Music House UID:20220929T1609250Z-583899-1474@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220727T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220727T120000 SUMMARY:American Job Center\, Louisiana Workforce Commission Partner to Hos t Summer Quarterly Job Fair DESCRIPTION:The American Job Center encourages job seekers and employers to take part in the Quarterly Job Fair\, which will take place from 9:30 a.m .- noon\, Wednesday\, July 27\, in the Lake Charles Civic Center’s Exhibit ion Hall\, 900 Lakeshore Drive. Veterans\, who will be given priority ser vices\, are asked to arrive at 9 a.m. for exclusive access to employers un til 9:30 a.m. The job fair is a great opportunity for employers to meet f ace to face with job seekers and perhaps even conduct on-site interviews Job seekers are strongly encouraged to wear business attire and to bring a picture ID and several copies of their current resume. Make sure to arriv e early to ensure the opportunity to meet with employers. Pre-registration is not required. The American Job Center also needs employers to take pa rt in the job fair. To register\, contact the American Job Center at 337-7 21-4010\, ext. 5015. Deadline to register is Monday\, July 18. There is no cost for employers to participate. In addition\, the Louisiana Workforce Commission Mobile Workforce Center will be onsite during the job fair to assist job seekers with online application submissions\, resume writing/pr inting\, skills assessments and more. The American Job Center serves Alle n\, Beauregard\, Calcasieu Cameron\, Jefferson Davis and Vernon parishes. The job fair is sponsored by the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury\, in conjunc tion with the Workforce Development Board and the Louisiana Workforce Comm ission. It is funded by the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. For more information about the job fair\, contact the American Job Center at 337-721-4010 or email business@lwia51.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The American Job Center encourages job seek ers and employers to take part in the Quarterly Job Fair\, which will take place from 9:30 a.m.- noon\, Wednesday\, July 27\, in the Lake Charles Ci vic Center&rsquo\;s Exhibition Hall\, 900 Lakeshore Drive. \;

Veterans\, who will be given priority services\, are asked to arrive at 9 a.m. for exclusive access to employers until 9:30 a.m. \;

The job fair is a great opportunity for employers to meet face to face with jo b seekers and perhaps even conduct on-site interviews \;

Job s eekers are strongly encouraged to wear business attire and to bring a pict ure ID and several copies of their current resume. Make sure to arrive ear ly to ensure the opportunity to meet with employers. Pre-registration is n ot required. \;

The American Job Center also needs employers t o take part in the job fair. To register\, contact the American Job Center at 337-721-4010\, ext. 5015. Deadline to register is Monday\, July 18. Th ere is no cost for employers to participate. \;

In addition\, the Louisiana Workforce Commission Mobile Workforce Center will be onsite during the job fair to assist job seekers with online application submissi ons\, resume writing/printing\, skills assessments and more. \;
< p>The American Job Center serves Allen\, Beauregard\, Calcasieu Cameron\, Jefferson Davis and Vernon parishes.

The job fair is sponsored by the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury\, in conjunction with the Workforce Devel opment Board and the Louisiana Workforce Commission. It is funded by the W orkforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. \;

For more informati on about the job fair\, contact the American Job Center at 337-721-4010 or email \;business@lwia51.com.
CATEGORIES:Career Fairs & Trade Shows LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20220706T1456350Z-583899-1425@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240416T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240416T140000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Electrial Power Transmission and Distribution DESCRIPTION:This course is designed such that engineers of almost any speci alty can take away a commensurate amount of knowledge with little or no ba ckground in the field of electrical engineering. This course covers the fl ow of power from power generating plants all the way to point of use. This course begins with coverage of electrical power concepts in the DC\, Sing le Phase AC and Three Phase AC realms in an easy-to-follow approach\, illu strated and reinforced by practical applications\, examples and numerical case studies or problems. Hours: 8 over 2 Days Cost: $395 Click here to le arn more/register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course is designed such that engineers of almost any specialty can take away a c ommensurate amount of knowledge with little or no background in the field of electrical engineering. This course covers the flow of power from power generating plants all the way to point of use. This course begins with co verage of electrical power concepts in the DC\, Single Phase AC and Three Phase AC realms in an easy-to-follow approach\, illustrated and reinforced by practical applications\, examples and numerical case studies or proble ms.

Hours: 8 over 2 Days

Cost: $395

Click here to learn more/register online.
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20240326T1520410Z-583899-1766@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240404T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240404T213000 SUMMARY:Annie at the Lutcher Theater DESCRIPTION:Leapin' Lizards - the Broadway musical 'Annie' is coming to Ora nge\, TX. The iconic Tony Award®-winning production of 'Annie' will be at the Lutcher Theater for one night only on Thursday\, April 4\, at 7:30 p.m . Holding onto hope when times are tough can take an awful lot of determin ation\, and sometimes\, an awful lot of determination comes in a surprisin gly small package. Little Orphan Annie has reminded generations of theater goers that sunshine is always right around the corner\, and now the best-l oved musical of all time is set to return in this new production –just as you remember it and just when we need it most. This celebration of family\ , optimism and the American spirit remains the ultimate cure for all the h ard knocks life throws your way. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Leapin' L izards - the Broadway musical 'Annie' is coming \;to Oran ge\, TX. The iconic Tony Award®\;-winning production of 'Annie' will be at the Lutcher Theater for one night only on Thursday\, April 4\, at 7:30 p.m.

Holding onto hope when times are tough ca n take an awful lot of determination\, and sometimes\, an awful lot of det ermination comes in a surprisingly small package. Little Orphan Annie has reminded generations of theatergoers that sunshine is always right around the corner\, and now the best-loved musical of all time is set to return i n this new production &ndash\;just as you remember it and just when we nee d it most. This celebration of family\, optimism and the American spirit r emains the ultimate cure for all the hard knocks life throws your way.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lutcher Theaer UID:20240326T1525330Z-583899-1767@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221109T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221109T120000 SUMMARY:21st Century Business Forum: Sean Reilly of Lamar Advertising DESCRIPTION:Sean Reilly is the President & Chief Executive Officer of Lamar Advertising Company headquartered in Baton Rouge\, Louisiana. Mr. Reilly has served in various capacities at Lamar since 1989\, then a family owned private business. He is a Harvard University and Harvard Law School gradu ate and began working on acquisitions and real estate for Lamar in 1989. H e served as President of TLC Properties and became the Chief Operating Off icer of Lamar in 2001. In 2011 he was promoted to Chief Executive Officer. He currently serves as the Board Chair of the Outdoor Advertising Associa tion of America. Under Mr. Reilly's leadership\, Lamar established the industry’s first digital billboard network in 2001. Today\, Lamar offers a dvertisers the largest network of digital billboards with over 4\,000 disp lays in the U.S. In 2012\, Lamar began producing three-dimensional billboa rd enhancements in-house for clients. In 2014\, Mr. Reilly unlocked additi onal shareholder value by successfully converting Lamar to a real estate i nvestment trust (REIT). Mr. Reilly has served in leadership positions o n numerous non-profit and community boards and institutions. Mr. Reilly se rved in the Louisiana Legislature as a State Representative from 1988 to 1 996. He served on the Restore Louisiana Task Force addressing the 2016 flo ods in Louisiana and on the Statewide Task Force on Structural Changes in Budget and Tax Policy.   Wednesday\, November 9 11:00 AM BE OUR GUEST. R EGISTER FREE. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Sean Reilly is the Pre sident &\; Chief Executive Officer of Lamar Advertising Company headqua rtered in Baton Rouge\, Louisiana. Mr. Reilly has served in various capaci ties at Lamar since 1989\, then a family owned private business. He is a H arvard University and Harvard Law School graduate and began working on acq uisitions and real estate for Lamar in 1989. He served as President of TLC Properties and became the Chief Operating Officer of Lamar in 2001. In 20 11 he was promoted to Chief Executive Officer. He currently serves as the Board Chair of the Outdoor Advertising Association of America. \;

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Under Mr. Reilly's leadership\, Lamar established the industry&rsquo\;s first digital billboard network in 2001. Today\, Lamar o ffers advertisers the largest network of digital billboards with over 4\,0 00 displays in the U.S. In 2012\, Lamar began producing three-dimensional billboard enhancements in-house for clients. In 2014\, Mr. Reilly unlocked additional shareholder value by successfully converting Lamar to a real e state investment trust (REIT). \;

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Mr. Reilly h as served in leadership positions on numerous non-profit and community boa rds and institutions. Mr. Reilly served in the Louisiana Legislature as a State Representative from 1988 to 1996. He served on the Restore Louisiana Task Force addressing the 2016 floods in Louisiana and on the Statewide T ask Force on Structural Changes in Budget and Tax Policy. \; \;

Wednesday\, November 9

11:00 AM

BE OUR GUEST. REGISTER FREE.

CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20221102T2113490Z-583899-1492@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221114T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221114T153000 SUMMARY:Managing Diabetes? Join Dr. Hall for Live & On Call. DESCRIPTION:Foot care is particularly important if you have diabetes. Your feet can be affected in two ways: blood supply may be affected\, resulting in slower healing\, or losing some feeling in your feet due to nerve dama ge. A person whose nerves are damaged by diabetes may not realize they hav e minor cuts or blisters\, which can lead to ulcers. Foot problems can be avoided if you take care of your feet and act quickly when you have a prob lem. Join us for a discussion with Dr. Daniel T. Hall IV\, DPM\, with Loui siana Foot & Ankle Specialists. He will be live and on call to answer any questions you may have about diabetic foot care. Click here to watch the e vent on Facebook Live X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Foot care is particularly important if you have diabe tes. Your feet can be affected in two ways: blood supply may be affected\, resulting in slower healing\, or losing some feeling in your feet due to nerve damage. A person whose nerves are damaged by diabetes may not realiz e they have minor cuts or blisters\, which can lead to ulcers.

Foot problems can be avoided if you take care of your feet and act quickly when you have a problem.

Join us for a discussion with Dr. Daniel T. Hall IV\, DPM\, with Louisiana Foot &\; Ankle Specialist s.

He will be live and on call to answer any questions you may have about diabetic foot care.

Click here to watch the event on Facebook Live

CATEGORIES:Health & Hospitals LOCATION:Online UID:20221110T1858520Z-583899-1510@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220715T063000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220715T083000 SUMMARY:Movies Under The Stars: Luca DESCRIPTION:“Movies Under the Stars” will return on July 15 and July 29 wit h two family-friendly\, adventure films. The fun starts on Friday\, July 1 5\, at Prien Lake Park (3700 West Prien Lake Road\, Lake Charles) with the film\, “Luca\,” a computer-animated fantasy set in the 1950s on the Itali an Riviera. It’s about a 12-year-old boy named Luca Paguro (Jacob Tremblay )\, a young sea monster who has the ability to assume human form when on l and. Luca lives in the water on a farm where he and his parents herd goatf ish. He’s been warned his entire life that the human world is a place full of danger\, but his curiosity gets the best of him. So\, Luca and his new friend\, Alberto\, set out on a life-changing summer adventure among the humans. (Rated PG). The movie will start at 6:30 p.m. but be sure to get t here early to get the best spots. Residents are encouraged to bring their own blankets and lawn chairs. Residents can also bring their own food\, bu t there will be vendors present at every movie. Also\, free popcorn and co tton candy will be served. Movies will be cancelled in the event of inclem ent weather. Cancellations will be announced before the event on the Calca sieu Parish Police Jury’s website at calcasieuparish.gov and on CPPJ’s Fac ebook\, Twitter\, and Instagram pages. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
&ldquo\;Movies Under the Stars&rdquo\; will return on July 15 and July 29 with two family-friendly\, adventure films.

The fun starts on Friday\, July 15\, at Prien Lake Park (3700 West Prien Lake Road\, Lake Charles ) with the film\, &ldquo\;Luca\,&rdquo\; a computer-animated fantasy set i n the 1950s on the Italian Riviera. It&rsquo\;s about a 12-year-old boy na med Luca Paguro (Jacob Tremblay)\, a young sea monster who has the ability to assume human form when on land. \;Luca lives in the water on a far m where he and his parents herd \;goatfish. He&rsquo\;s been warned his entire life that the human world is a place full of dange r\, but his curiosity gets the best of him. \;So\, Luca and his new fr iend\, Alberto\, set out on a life-changing summer adventure among the hum ans. (Rated PG).

The movie \;will start at 6:30 p.m. but be su re to get there early to get the best spots. Residents are encouraged to b ring their own blankets and lawn chairs. Residents can also bring their ow n food\, but there will be vendors present at every movie. Also\, free pop corn and cotton candy will be served.

Movies will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather. Cancellations will be announced before the event on the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury&rsquo\;s website at \;calcasieuparish.g ov \;and on CPPJ&rsquo\;s Facebook\, Twitter\, and Instagram pages .
CATEGORIES:For the Family LOCATION:Prien Lake Park UID:20220714T1519430Z-583899-1427@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220723T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220723T190000 SUMMARY:Live Music at The James DESCRIPTION:Live Music at The James. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Live Music at The James.

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CATEGORIES:Entertainment UID:20220714T1841410Z-583899-1432@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230207T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230207T193000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Building Wealth Through Real Estate DESCRIPTION:Learn how investing in real estate can take you from where you are now to having generational wealth for years to come. You'll be able to ask questions from qualified professionals in the real estate industry\, and even hear from investors who have done it themselves. This class is ov er three sessions and from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Cost: $25 RSVP / Learn m ore X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Learn how i nvesting in real estate can take you from where you are now to having gene rational wealth for years to come. You'll be able to ask questions from qu alified professionals in the real estate industry\, and even hear from inv estors who have done it themselves.

This class is over three sessions and from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Cost: $25

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CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20230113T1543130Z-583899-1542@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220811T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220811T130000 SUMMARY:West Cal Chamber of Commerce Monthly Business Luncheon DESCRIPTION:With Guest Speaker Senator Jeremy Stine Email Marietta@westcal. org to RSVP. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:With Guest Speaker Senator Jeremy Stine Email Marietta@westcal.org to RSVP. CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:West Cal Events Center UID:20220725T1356400Z-583899-1436@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221208T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221208T120000 SUMMARY:FHF: On The Road To Reducing Stress Webinar DESCRIPTION:The effects of stress are\, well\, stressful in themselves. Unf ortunately this creates an endless cycle that we are ready to handle with appropriate supports and skills in place. We know that trying to juggle th e demands of family\, work\, and life can be hectic. So\, with this webina r we hope to promote self care\, and help you recognize when things seem t o be off balance while identifying ways to living your best life in spite of challenges thrown your way. Guest Speaker: Anastasia Armstrong\, M.A.Me ntal Health Professional and Owner of Armstrong Wellness Link to Register: https://tinyurl.com/OTRRS12-8 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The effects of stress are\, well\, st ressful in themselves. Unfortunately this creates an endless cycle that we are ready to handle with appropriate supports and skills in place. We kno w that trying to juggle the demands of family\, work\, and life can be hec tic. So\, with this webinar we hope to promote self care\, and help you re cognize when things seem to be off balance while identifying ways to livin g your best life in spite of challenges thrown your way.

Guest Speaker: Anastasia Armstrong\, M.A.Mental Hea lth Professional and Owner of Armstrong Wellness

Link to Register: \;https://tinyurl.com/OTRRS12-8
CATEGORIES:For the Family LOCATION:Online UID:20221207T1855050Z-583899-1515@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220711T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220711T153000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Safety Hot Topics - Debunking the Myths\, for Engineers DESCRIPTION:Course on proven safety best practices\, debunking of the myths associated with safety – for engineers\, project managers and facilities managers. Board Approved. Cost: $385 Click here to learn more or to regist er online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Course on prove n safety best practices\, debunking of the myths associated with safety &n dash\; for engineers\, project managers and facilities managers. Board App roved.

Cost: $385

Click h ere to learn more or to register online.
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20220630T1558390Z-583899-1421@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230724T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230724T130000 SUMMARY:When Parents & Schools Disagree Webinar DESCRIPTION:This webinar will discuss Louisiana’s Special Education dispute resolution options and what to do when you disagree with the school regar ding your child’s special education services. Link to Register: https://ti nyurl.com/DisagreeJuly24 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

This webinar will d iscuss Louisiana&rsquo\;s Special Education dispute resolution options and what to do when you disagree with the school regarding your child&rsquo\; s special education services.

Link to Re gister: \;https://tinyurl.com/Disagre eJuly24

CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20230713T2037180Z-583899-1660@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230313T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230313T190000 SUMMARY:Community Connection Workshops: Financial Literacy DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Allen P. August Multipurpose Annex UID:20230228T1457480Z-583899-1589@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230327T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230327T190000 SUMMARY:Community Connection Workshops: Home Ownership DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Allen P. August Multipurpose Annex UID:20230228T1458380Z-583899-1591@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230320T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230320T190000 SUMMARY:Community Connection Workshops: Effective Parenting/Guardianship DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Oak Park Middle School Library UID:20230228T1458190Z-583899-1590@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230306T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230306T190000 SUMMARY:Community Connection Workshops: Job Readiness DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Oak Park Middle School Library UID:20230228T1457040Z-583899-1588@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220610T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220610T110000 SUMMARY:2022 SWLA Hot Air Balloon Festival RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;COUNT=2 DESCRIPTION:The Southwest Louisiana Hot Air Balloon Festival is coming back to Lake Charles. The festival is back after having to take off due to COV ID-19. The festival is set for Friday\, June 10th\, and Saturday\, June 11 th in Lake Charles and will take place at a new location. The festival wil l take place this year at The Stables at Le Bocage located at 4550 South P ark Road in Lake Charles\, LA. The two-day event will feature live music\ , a kid zone\, food and craft booths\, fireworks\, balloon rides\, and mor e! The Southwest Louisiana Hot Air Balloon Festival entertainment lineup i s stacked with a ton of great talent. Read More: 2022 SWLA Hot Air Balloon Festival Entertainment Lineup | https://gator995.com/2022-swla-hot-air-ba lloon-festival-in-lake-charles-entertainment-lineup/?utm_source=tsmclip&ut m_medium=referral X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Southwest Louisiana Hot Air Balloon Fes tival is coming back to Lake Charles. The festival is back after having to take off due to COVID-19.

The festival is set for Friday\, June 1 0th\, and Saturday\, June 11th in Lake Charles and will take place at a ne w location. The festival will take place this year at \;The Stables at Le Bocage located at 4550 South Park Road in \;Lake Charles\, LA.&nbs p\;

The tw o-day event will feature live music\, a kid zone\, food and craft booths\, fireworks\, balloon rides\, and more!

The \;Southwest Louisiana Hot Air Balloon Festival entertainment lineup is stacked with a ton of great talent.

Read More: \;2022 SWLA Hot Air Balloon Festival Entertainment Lineup \;| https://ga tor995.com/2022-swla-hot-air-balloon-festival-in-lake-charles-entertainmen t-lineup/?utm_source=tsmclip&\;utm_medium=referral
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:The Stables at Le Bocage UID:20220426T1541110Z-583899-1366@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240214 SUMMARY:IIEC: HIPAA Compliance DESCRIPTION:f you are just starting your career in the healthcare field\, H IPAA Compliance training is a priceless addition to your resume. This cour se provides an understanding of the compliance requirements of HIPAA\, and subsequent rules and laws that affect HIPAA. Cost: $135 Online with an in structor or self-paced. Click here to learn more. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
f you are j ust starting your career in the healthcare field\, HIPAA Compliance traini ng is a priceless addition to your resume. This course provides an underst anding of the compliance requirements of HIPAA\, and subsequent rules and laws that affect HIPAA.

Cos t: $135

Online with an inst ructor or self-paced.

Click here to learn more.
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20240131T1538320Z-583899-1737@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221204T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221204T160000 SUMMARY:A Very Merry Pop-Up Shop DESCRIPTION:The Space - next to Signature's Salon - is hosting a Pop-Up sho p on December 4 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Space - next to Signature's Salon - is hosting a Pop-Up shop on December 4 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Space UID:20221116T2127170Z-583899-1512@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220514T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220514T150000 SUMMARY:Youth Education and Training Opportunity Fair Set for May 14 DESCRIPTION:Young people ages 16-24 are invited to participate in the Ameri can Job Center’s Youth Education and Training Opportunity Fair\, which wil l take place from 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.\, Saturday\, May 14\, at the American Jo b Center\, 3434\, Third St.\, Lake Charles. The goal of the event is to c onnect the area’s young people with employment and education opportunities . They can learn about employment opportunities\, on-the-job training\, an d tuition assistance\, as well as training needed for Class A commercial d river’s licenses\, certified medical assistants\, HVAC\, pipefitting\, non -destructive testing and more. Several local employers will be on-hand to interview and accept applications for full-time\, part-time\, and summer employment. Representatives from local university\, college and post-secon dary schools will also be present to answer questions concerning specific curricula that will qualify them for jobs in high-demand occupations. Tho se who plan to attend should come dressed in business attire for interview s and they should bring copies of their resumes. The Youth Training Fair is sponsored by the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury\, Workforce Development B oard (WDB)\, the Louisiana Workforce Commission and funded by the Workforc e Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). To RSVP\, visit https://sites.go ogle.com/view/youth22/home. For more information call the American Job Cen ter at 337-721-4010. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Young people ages 16-24 are invited to part icipate in the American Job Center&rsquo\;s Youth Education and Training O pportunity Fair\, which will take place from 1 p.m. &ndash\; 3 p.m.\, Satu rday\, May 14\, at the American Job Center\, 3434\, Third St.\, Lake Charl es. \;

The goal of the event is to connect the area&rsquo\;s y oung people with employment and education opportunities. \;They can le arn about employment opportunities\, on-the-job training\, and tuition ass istance\, as well as training needed for Class A commercial driver&rsquo\; s licenses\, certified medical assistants\, HVAC\, pipefitting\, non-destr uctive testing and more. \;

Several local employers will be on -hand to interview and accept applications for full-time\, part-time\, and summer employment. Representatives from local university\, college and po st-secondary schools will also be present to answer questions concerning s pecific curricula that will qualify them for jobs in high-demand occupatio ns. \;

Those who plan to attend should come dressed in busines s attire for interviews and they should bring copies of their resumes.&nbs p\;

The Youth Training Fair is sponsored by the Calcasieu Parish P olice Jury\, Workforce Development Board (WDB)\, the Louisiana Workforce C ommission and funded by the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA ). \;

To RSVP\, visit \;https://sites.google.com/v iew/youth22/home. For more information call the American Job Center at 337-721-4010.
CATEGORIES:Career Fairs & Trade Shows LOCATION:American Job Center UID:20220504T1325070Z-583899-1376@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240227T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240227T193000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Building Financial Literacy DESCRIPTION:This seminar is a comprehensive financial education event cover ing crucial topics. From boosting your credit score in 30 days to understa nding credit reports\, paying down debt\, and managing funds\, the goal of this seminar is to empower individuals for better financial well-being. O ur instructor's clear and accessible explanations aim to guide both beginn ers and those seeking improvement. Join us at McNeese as we embark on this educational journey together\, fostering a strong foundation of financial knowledge. Cost: $20 Click here to learn more / register online X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This semina r is a comprehensive financial education event covering crucial topics. Fr om boosting your credit score in 30 days to understanding credit reports\, paying down debt\, and managing funds\, the goal of this seminar is to em power individuals for better financial well-being. Our instructor's clear and accessible explanations aim to guide both beginners and those seeking improvement. Join us at McNeese as we embark on this educational journey t ogether\, fostering a strong foundation of financial knowledge.

Cost: $20

Click here to learn more / register online \;
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20240118T2031560Z-583899-1736@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220613 SUMMARY:City of Lake Charles to Offer Summer Robotics Camps DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles\, in partnership with the Robotics Edu cation and Competition (REC) Foundation\, will host a series of one-week r obotics camps this summer. Students attending the camps will follow an ed ucational standards-based curriculum designed to increase student confiden ce\, interest and proficiency in both math and science. The program\, fun ded through Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds\, is free of ch arge to attend\, but spaces are limited and students must meet eligibility requirements to be considered for acceptance into the program. To be elig ible to attend the camps\, students must be a current 3rd or 4th grade stu dent living inside the City limits of Lake Charles and they must be a memb er of a low-to-moderate income household. Sessions will take place as fol lows: Bellard (Hillcrest Community Center)                      June 13-17 \, 2022 McMillan Community Center                                      Jun e 20-24\, 2022 Riverside Community Center                                       June 27-July 1\, 2022 Lake Charles Boston Region 5 STEM Center           July 18-22\, 2022 Interested parents and/or guardians can apply in on e of two ways. In person applications are being accepted on the 5th floor of City Hall (326 Pujo St.) and online applications are being accepted at www.cityoflakecharles.com. An applicant’s eligibility is not determined un til after the application process is complete. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles\, in partnership w ith the Robotics Education and Competition (REC) Foundation\, will host a series of one-week robotics camps this summer.

\;Students att ending the camps will follow an educational standards-based curriculum des igned to increase student confidence\, interest and proficiency in both ma th and science. \; The program\, funded through Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds\, is free of charge to attend\, but spaces are li mited and students must meet eligibility requirements to be considered for acceptance into the program.

To be eligible to attend the camps\, students must be a current 3^rd \;or 4^th \;g rade student living inside the City limits of Lake Charles and they must b e a member of a low-to-moderate income household. \;

Sessions will take place as follows:

Bellard (Hillcrest Community Center) & nbsp\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; June 13- 17\, 2022

McMillan Community Center \; \; \; \;&nb sp\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \;&nbs p\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \;& nbsp\; June 20-24\, 2022

Riverside Community Center \; \;& nbsp\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \;&n bsp\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \ ; \; \; \; June 27-July 1\, 2022

Lake Charles Boston R egion 5 STEM Center \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \ ; \; July 18-22\, 2022

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Interested parents and/ or guardians can apply in one of two ways. In person applications are bein g accepted on the 5^th \;floor of City Hall (326 Pujo St.) a nd online applications are being accepted at \;www.cityoflakecharles.com. An applicant&rsquo\;s eligibility is not determined until after the applicati on process is complete.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:HIllcrest Community Center UID:20220426T1914230Z-583899-1368@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220324T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220324T123000 SUMMARY:West Cal Chamber of Commerce: Let's Get Social DESCRIPTION:Meet Haley Tarasiewicz\, Communication Specialist with Healthy Image Marketing. Haley believes that every project starts with an image\, and she loves bringing that to life for all of her clients. We are so exci ted to learn from one of the best on healthy social marketing. If you are wanting to know how social media can help grow your business you do not wa nt to miss this quarterly training. Let's Get Social! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Meet Haley Tarasiewicz\, Communication Specialist with Healthy Im age Marketing. Haley believes that every project starts with an image\, an d she loves bringing that to life for all of her clients. We are so excite d to learn from one of the best on healthy social marketing. If you are wa nting to know how social media can help grow your business you do not want to miss this quarterly training.

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CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:West Cal Events Center UID:20220228T1633460Z-583899-1303@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220223T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220223T140000 SUMMARY:The ABC’s of Extended School Year (ESY) Services Webinar DESCRIPTION:Families Helping Families Did you know that data collected du ring the holidays often determine if your child will qualify for ESY Servi ces? This webinar provides an overview of the ESY process for children wit h disabilities including how children qualify and why in many circumstance s the school uses the holiday breaks in determining if a child will qualif y for ESY. Link to Register: https://tinyurl.com/3zs62xcd Link to Flyer: h ttps://tinyurl.com/2p9eyabs X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Families Helping Families

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Did you know that data collected during the holidays often d etermine if your child will qualify for ESY Services? This webinar provide s an overview of the ESY process for children with disabilities including how children qualify and why in many circumstances the school uses the hol iday breaks in determining if a child will qualify for ESY.

Link to Register: \;h ttps://tinyurl.com/3zs62xcd

Link to Flyer: \;https://tinyurl.com/2p9ey abs
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20220209T2030300Z-583899-1289@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220315T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220315T140000 SUMMARY:Special Education? Section 504? Which one is Better? Webinar DESCRIPTION:Families Helping Familites Special Education? Section 504? Wh ich one is Better? This webinar is designed to outline the differences and similarities between special education and Section 504 services. Link to Register: https://tinyurl.com/2p87hbc7 Link to Flyer: https://tinyurl.com/ 3m5sec5x X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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CATEGORIES:Education UID:20220209T2032050Z-583899-1291@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220316T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220316T130000 SUMMARY:All About Tests and Evaluations Webinar DESCRIPTION:Families Helping Families All About Assessments and Testing. It will answer some frequently asked questions regarding assessments and tes ting\, when to have your child evaluated and interpreting those assessment results. Link to Register: https://tinyurl.com/ms3teb8j Link to Flyer: ht tps://tinyurl.com/2p93cb26 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Families He lping Families

All About Assessments and Testing. It will answer some frequently asked questions re garding assessments and testing\, when to have your child evaluated and in terpreting those assessment results.

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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20220209T2033030Z-583899-1292@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220209T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220209T190000 SUMMARY:Whiskey Wednesday: Hokus Pokus Liquors RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20221231;BYDAY=WE EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20221102T170000 DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Hokus Pokus UID:20220209T2035320Z-583899-1293@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220218T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220218T120000 SUMMARY:EarlySteps Transition Webinar DESCRIPTION:Families Helping Families Get more information about Early St eps Transition. China Guillory – Community Outreach Specialist will walk y ou through the process of Transition from Early Steps. Mylinda Elliott wil l discuss IDEA Transition for 3 year olds. Link to Register: https://tin yurl.com/3et9uh96 Link to Flyer: https://tinyurl.com/3ax5pr57 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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Get more information about Early Steps Transition. China Gui llory &ndash\; Community Outreach Specialist will walk you through the pro cess of Transition from Early Steps. Mylinda Elliott will discuss IDEA Tra nsition for 3 year olds.

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Link to Register: \;https://tinyurl. com/3et9uh96

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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20220209T2029380Z-583899-1288@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220304T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220304T100000 SUMMARY:2022 LaCAN Legislative Roundtable Webinar for Southwest Louisiana A rea DESCRIPTION:Join Families Helping Families of SWLA\, LaCAN\, and the Louisi ana Developmental Disabilities Council as we meet with Individuals with di sabilities\, their family members\, and the professionals who support indi viduals with disabilities\, to discuss the LaCAN 2022 Legislative Agenda w ith area legislators. The Louisiana Developmental Disabilities Council sta ff will be giving a presentation on hot topics families across Louisiana p icked for this Legislative Session. This is a virtual event. Link to Reg ister: https://tinyurl.com/2p97ssp5 Link to Flyer: https://tinyurl.com/2pr avrfw X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join Fami lies Helping Families of SWLA\, LaCAN\, and the Louisiana Developmental Di sabilities Council as we meet with Individuals with disabilities\, their f amily members\, and the professionals who support individuals with disabil ities\, to discuss the LaCAN 2022 Legislative Agenda with area legislators . \;The Louisiana Developmental Disabilities Council staff will be giv ing a presentation on hot topics families across Louisiana picked for this Legislative Session. This is a virtual event.

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CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:Online UID:20220209T2031190Z-583899-1290@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211106T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211106T113000 SUMMARY:Preview Day at McNeese Set for Nov. 6 DESCRIPTION: Sept.21.preview day.jpg 1.2 MB McNeese State University’s P review Day for prospective students and their families will take place fro m 9-11:30 a.m. Saturday\, Nov. 6\, in F.G. Bulber Auditorium. This free ev ent is sponsored by the McNeese Admissions and Recruiting Office. Followi ng COVID-19 guidelines\, face coverings must be worn at all times indoors and social distancing is encouraged. Preview Day is a campus-wide open hou se where participants can learn about admissions\, colleges and offered ma jors and see why McNeese is the first choice for thousands of students eac h year. Preregistration for the event is encouraged online but attendees m ay also register at the door. McNeese personnel will be on hand to answer any questions about financial aid\, scholarships\, TOPS\, student life\, s tudent services and housing. Students and their guests will receive free a dmission into the McNeese vs. Nicholls State University football game at n oon in Cowboy Stadium. Participants can receive more information and regi ster online for the event by going to www.mcneese.edu/previewday or by con tacting admissions and recruiting at 337-475-5065. Persons needing accommo dations as provided by the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the ADA Coordinator at 337-475-5428\, voice\; 337-475-5960\, fax\; 337-562 -4227\, TDD/TTY\, hearing impaired\; or by email at cdo@mcneese.edu. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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McNeese State University&rsquo\;s Preview Day for prospective students and their families will take place from 9-11 :30 a.m. Saturday\, Nov. 6\, in F.G. Bulber Auditorium. This free event is sponsored by the McNeese Admissions and Recruiting Office. \;

Following COVID-19 guidelines\, face coverings must be worn at all times indoors and social distancing is encouraged.

Preview Day is a camp us-wide open house where participants can learn about admissions\, college s and offered majors and see why McNeese is the first choice for thousands of students each year.

Preregistration for the event is encourage d online but attendees may also register at the door. McNeese personnel wi ll be on hand to answer any questions about financial aid\, scholarships\, TOPS\, student life\, student services and housing.

Students and their guests will receive free admission into the McNeese vs. Nicholls Sta te University football game at noon in Cowboy Stadium. \;

Part icipants can receive more information and register online for the event by going to www.mcneese.edu/prev iewday or by contacting admissions and recruiting at 337-475-5065.

Persons needing accommodations as provided by the Americans with Disa bilities Act should contact the ADA Coordinator at 337-475-5428\, voice\; 337-475-5960\, fax\; 337-562-4227\, TDD/TTY\, hearing impaired\; or by ema il at \;cdo@mcneese.edu.

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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20211021T1310260Z-583899-1230@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211102 SUMMARY:The 18th World LNG & Gas Series: Americas Summit & Exhibition DESCRIPTION:The 18th World LNG & Gas Series: Americas Summit & Exhibition w ill be hosted in the epicenter of the United States LNG movement: Lake Cha rles\, Louisiana\, on Nov. 2-4\, 2021\, with the support and endorsement o f partners – City of Lake Charles\, Visit Lake Charles\, Port of Lake Char les\, Cameron Parish Port Harbor and Terminal District\, Southwest Louisia na Economic Development Alliance\, and the police juries of Calcasieu and Cameron parishes. The Americas Summit is the longest-running LNG and ga s event in the Americas region and will be the first international confere nce held in Southwest Louisiana. Presented by dmg events\, the Summit will be hosted at the Golden Nugget and is expected to bring more than 300 C-s uite attendees and generate an estimated economic impact of over $250\,000 for Southwest Louisiana.   This year\, and for the first time since its i nception\, the World LNG & Gas Series: Americas Summit & Exhibition will l aunch a University Program to further promote greater dialogue between cor porations and their potential leaders of tomorrow. In partnership with SOW ELA and McNeese State University and co-hosted by Cheniere and Bechtel\, t his is the perfect opportunity for students looking into careers within th e energy space. “With seven Liquefied Natural Gas export facilities eit her already exporting LNG\, expanding\, under construction\, awaiting Fede ral Energy Regulatory Commission approval or Final Investment Decisions\, Cameron Parish is the global hotbed of LNG export project development. The Cameron Parish Port is a major player in creating our nation’s energy ind ependence\,” said Clair Marceaux\, Port Director of the Cameron Parish Por t\, Harbor & Terminal District.   “The Summit this year will feature highl y significant conversations that will help shape the changing LNG and gas landscape globally. We are proud to provide a platform for the entire LNG business\, including decision makers from primary and secondary tier LNG a nd gas buyers\, to meet safely and securely to address how the LNG industr y can mitigate its carbon footprint\,” said Tanya Crossick\, dmg events En ergy Vice President. “We are looking forward to a very robust and producti ve conversation that will help chart the course for the future of the indu stry.”   Speakers at this year’s event include: Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser\, State of Louisiana\; Mayor Nic Hunter\, City of Lake Charles\; Lisa Glatch\, President & Chief Operating Officer of Sempra Infrastructur e\; Octávio Simões\, President & CEO of Tellurian Inc.\; Anatol Feygin\, E xecutive Vice President & Chief Commercial Officer of Cheniere Energy\; At sunori Takeuchi\, Executive Officer & Senior General Manager LNG Business Dept. of Tokyo Gas\; Bhupesh Thakkar\, SVP – GM of LNG & Regas\, Energy\, Bechtel Energy Inc.\; Mike VanderMate\, VP of Engineering & Construction o f Sempra Infrastructure. Sponsors of the event include Venture Global L NG\, Tellurian\, Cheniere\, Commonwealth LNG\, Sempra Infrastructure\, Bec htel\, King & Spalding\, Poten & Partners\, Energy Transfer\, API\, Kean M iller\, Fluor\, Argus Media and Chart Industries.   For more information\, please visit our website worldlngamericas.com X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The \;18th World LNG &\; Gas Series: Americas Summit &\; Exhibition \;will be hosted in the epicenter o f the United States LNG movement: Lake Charles\, Louisiana\, on Nov. 2-4\, 2021\, with the support and endorsement of partners &ndash\; City of Lake Charles\, Visit Lake Charles\, Port of Lake Charles\, Cameron Parish Port Harbor and Terminal District\, Southwest Louisiana Economic Development A lliance\, and the police juries of Calcasieu and Cameron parishes. \; \;

The Americas Summit is the longest-running LNG and gas eve nt in the Americas region and will be the first international conference h eld in Southwest Louisiana. Presented by dmg events\, the Summit will be h osted at the Golden Nugget and is expected to bring more than 300 C-suite attendees and generate an estimated economic impact of over $250\,000 for Southwest Louisiana. \; \;

This year\, and for the first t ime since its inception\, the \;World LNG &\; Gas Series: Americas Summit &\; Exhibition \;will launch a \;University \;Progra m \;to further promote greater dialogue between corporations and their potential leaders of tomorrow. In partnership with SOWELA and McNeese Sta te University and co-hosted by Cheniere and Bechtel\, this is the perfect opportunity for students looking into careers within the energy space.&nbs p\; \;

&ldquo\;With seven Liquefied Natural Gas export facili ties either already exporting LNG\, expanding\, under construction\, await ing Federal Energy Regulatory Commission \;approval or Final Investmen t Decisions\, Cameron Parish is the global hotbed of LNG export project de velopment. The Cameron Parish Port is a major player in creating our natio n&rsquo\;s energy independence\,&rdquo\; said Clair Marceaux\, Port Direct or of the Cameron Parish Port\, Harbor &\; Terminal District. \;&nb sp\;

&ldquo\;The Summit this year will feature highly significant conversations that will help shape the changing LNG and gas landscape glob ally. We are proud to provide a platform for the entire LNG business\, inc luding decision makers from primary and secondary tier LNG and gas buyers\ , to meet safely and securely to address how the LNG industry can mitigate its carbon footprint\,&rdquo\; said Tanya Crossick\, dmg events Energy Vi ce President. &ldquo\;We are looking forward to a very robust and producti ve conversation that will help chart the course for the future of the indu stry.&rdquo\; \; \;

Speakers at this year&rsquo\;s event i nclude: Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser\, State of Louisiana\; Mayor N ic Hunter\, City of Lake Charles\; Lisa Glatch\, President &\; Chief Op erating Officer of Sempra Infrastructure\; Octá\;vio Simõ\;es\ , President &\; CEO of Tellurian Inc.\; Anatol Feygin\, Executive Vice President &\; Chief Commercial Officer of Cheniere Energy\; Atsunori Ta keuchi\, Executive Officer &\; Senior General Manager LNG Business Dept . of Tokyo Gas\; Bhupesh Thakkar\, SVP &ndash\; GM of LNG &\; Regas\, E nergy\, Bechtel Energy Inc.\; Mike VanderMate\, VP of Engineering &\; C onstruction of Sempra Infrastructure. \; \;

Sponsors of t he event include Venture Global LNG\, Tellurian\, Cheniere\, Commonwealth LNG\, Sempra Infrastructure\, Bechtel\, King &\; Spalding\, Poten &\ ; Partners\, Energy Transfer\, API\, Kean Miller\, Fluor\, Argus Media and Chart Industries. \; \;

For more information\, please vis it our website \;worldlngamericas.com \;
CATEGORIES:Career Fairs & Trade Shows LOCATION:Golden Nugget UID:20211021T1315020Z-583899-1233@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220815 SUMMARY:IIEC: Intro to Applied Vibration Analysis CAT DESCRIPTION:Learn how to establish a vibration condition monitoring program as well as begin to understand the fundamentals of vibration signature an alysis. This class is intended for maintenance technicians and engineers w ho want an introductory course in condition monitoring using vibration ana lysis. Monday through Thursday August 15-18 All Day 32 Hours\, 3.2 CEUs Cost: $1\,400 for the class\, $300 for the Exam LEARN MORE or Register O nline X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Learn how to establish a vib ration condition monitoring program as well as begin to understand the fun damentals of vibration signature analysis. This class is intended for main tenance technicians and engineers who want an introductory course in condi tion monitoring using vibration analysis.

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Monday through Thursday

August 15-18

All Day

32 Hours\, 3.2 CEUs

Cost: $1\,400 for the class\, $300 for the Exam

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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Engineering & Tech Labs Building UID:20220203T1502110Z-583899-1278@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220823 SUMMARY:IIEC: Compressors - Types\, Thermodynamics & Systems DESCRIPTION:This course will cover the design\, thermodynamics\, operation\ , specifications and sizing of compressors. Specifications will include re view of API 617\, API 618 and API 614 with associated Data Sheets. Thurs day\, August 23 8 to 4:30 8 hours\, and .8 CEUs Cost: $550 (including bre akfast and lunch) LEARN MORE and Register OnlineE X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

This course will cover the d esign\, thermodynamics\, operation\, specifications and sizing of compress ors. Specifications will include review of API 617\, API 618 and API 614 w ith associated Data Sheets.

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Thursday\, Aug ust 23

8 to 4:30 \;

8 hours\, and .8 CEUs

Cost: $550 (including breakfast and lunch)

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This course will cover the d esign\, thermodynamics\, operation\, specifications and sizing of compress ors. Specifications will include review of API 617\, API 618 and API 614 w ith associated Data Sheets.

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Thursday\, Aug ust 23

8 to 4:30 \;

8 hours\, and .8 CEUs

Cost: $550 (including breakfast and lunch)

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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:SEED Center UID:20220203T1456570Z-583899-1280@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220319T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220319T200000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Microsoft Excel Level 1 DESCRIPTION:In-person led instruction on the basics of Microsoft Excel that will provide you with the requisite understanding and skillsets to be abl e to make the most effective use of this powerful spreadsheet tool. Two Sa turdays (March 19 & 26) from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. The SEED Center Cost: $300 LEARN MORE X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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In-person led instruction on th e basics of Microsoft Excel that will provide you with the requisite under standing and skillsets to be able to make the most effective use of this p owerful spreadsheet tool.

Two Saturdays (March 19 &\; 26) from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

The SEED Center

Cost: $300

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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20220203T1411100Z-583899-1275@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220329T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220329T123000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Fall Protection Training DESCRIPTION:This training is intended to provide awareness level instructio n for any employees working in an around any fall hazard industry in both construction and/or general industry. Hours: 5 Cost: $99.00 Click here for more details and to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

This training is intended to provide awareness leve l instruction for any employees working in an around any fall hazard indus try in both construction and/or general industry.

Hours: 5

Cost: $99.00

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CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20220309T2104010Z-583899-1322@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230328T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230328T150000 SUMMARY:SOWELA offers Project Management 101 DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:SOWELA Regional Training Center Auditorium UID:20230306T1650480Z-583899-1598@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221011T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221011T210000 SUMMARY:Homebuyer Education Classes DESCRIPTION:Calcasieu Parish’s Housing Counseling Agency\, in conjunction w ith Project Build a Future\, has announced its free Homebuyer Education Cl asses schedule for 2022. The first class begins Feb. 7. Here is the full 2022 class schedule: Monday\, Feb. 7: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Tuesday\, Feb. 8: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Sat urday\, April 9: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Mo nday\, June 20: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Tuesday\, June 21: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Saturday\, Aug. 20: 9 a.m .-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Monday\, Oct. 10: 5-9 p. m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Tuesday\, Oct. 11: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Saturday\, Nov. 19: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by C alcasieu Parish Police Jury All classes are held at the Allen P. August M ultipurpose Annex\, 2000 Moeling St. in Lake Charles and participants can opt to attend two\, 4-hour\, back-to-back classes or attend one 8-hour ses sion. The class walks participants through the entire process of buying a home. It covers all the fundamentals of homeownership\, including the pro s and cons of purchasing a home\, the role of realtors\, all about mortgag es (mortgage terminology\, mortgage originators\, mortgage attorneys\, mor tgage underwriters and underwriting criteria)\, financial management and p roper budgeting. Other topics include down payments\, closing costs\, and insurance. Residents who are interested in buying a home\, are in the pro cess of buying a home\, and even those who already own homes\, are encoura ged to sign up for these classes. Please note that the definition of “firs t-time homebuyer” is anyone who has not owned a home in the past three yea rs -- even if the person owned a home previously. “Taking a homebuyer edu cation class gives potential homebuyers a chance to get unbiased informati on about what you can expect from the homebuying process\,” said Yolanda S mith\, Calcasieu Parish Housing Counseling Agency Case Manager. “In additi on\, these courses are often a prerequisite to be able to participate in f irst-time homebuyer programs and down-payment assistance programs.” Class es are free to all participants\, regardless of income. To register\, visi t calcasieuparish.gov/housingcounseling\, click on the “homebuyer group co unseling” tab and fill out the application. Applications are also availabl e at the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury’s Human Services Department office\, 2001 Moeling St.\, Lake Charles. The office is open from 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.\, Monday-Friday. Participants will receive a certificate when they success fully complete classes. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Calcasieu Parish&rsquo\;s Housing Counselin g Agency\, in conjunction with Project Build a Future\, has announced its free Homebuyer Education Classes schedule for 2022. \;

The fir st class begins Feb. 7. Here is the full 2022 class schedule: \;

Monday\, Feb. 7: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future

Tuesday\, Feb. 8: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future

Saturday\, April 9: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury

Monday\, June 20: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Fut ure

Tuesday\, June 21: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Futu re

Saturday\, Aug. 20: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Paris h Police Jury

Monday\, Oct. 10: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Bui ld a Future

Tuesday\, Oct. 11: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Buil d a Future

Saturday\, Nov. 19: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasi eu Parish Police Jury \;

All classes are held at the A llen P. August Multipurpose Annex\, 2000 Moeling St. in Lake Charles and p articipants can opt to attend two\, 4-hour\, back-to-back classes or atten d one 8-hour session. \;

The class walks participants \;th rough the entire process of buying a home. \;It covers all the fundame ntals of homeownership\, including the pros and cons of purchasing a home\ , the role of realtors\, all about mortgages (mortgage terminology\, mortg age originators\, mortgage attorneys\, mortgage underwriters and underwrit ing criteria)\, \;financial management and proper budgeting. \;Oth er topics include down payments\, closing costs\, and insurance. \;

Residents who are interested in buying a home\, are in the process o f buying a home\, and even those who already own homes\, are encouraged to sign up for these classes. Please note that the definition of &ldquo\;fir st-time homebuyer&rdquo\; is anyone who has not owned a home in the past t hree years -- even if the person owned a home previously. \;

& ldquo\;Taking a homebuyer education class gives potential homebuyers a cha nce to get unbiased information about what you can expect from the homebuy ing process\,&rdquo\; said Yolanda Smith\, Calcasieu Parish Housing Counse ling Agency Case Manager. &ldquo\;In addition\, these courses are often a prerequisite to be able to participate in first-time homebuyer programs an d down-payment assistance programs.&rdquo\; \;

Classes are fre e to all participants\, regardless of income. To register\, visit \;calcasieuparish.gov/housingcounseling\, click on the &ldquo\ ;homebuyer group counseling&rdquo\; tab and fill out the application.

Applications are also available at the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury&rs quo\;s Human Services Department office\, 2001 Moeling St.\, Lake Charles. The office is open from 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.\, Monday-Friday. \;

Pa rticipants will receive a certificate when they successfully complete clas ses.

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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Allen P. August Multipurpose Annex UID:20220124T1937550Z-583899-1267@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220620T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220620T210000 SUMMARY:Homebuyer Education Classes DESCRIPTION:Calcasieu Parish’s Housing Counseling Agency\, in conjunction w ith Project Build a Future\, has announced its free Homebuyer Education Cl asses schedule for 2022. The first class begins Feb. 7. Here is the full 2022 class schedule: Monday\, Feb. 7: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Tuesday\, Feb. 8: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Sat urday\, April 9: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Mo nday\, June 20: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Tuesday\, June 21: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Saturday\, Aug. 20: 9 a.m .-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Monday\, Oct. 10: 5-9 p. m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Tuesday\, Oct. 11: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Saturday\, Nov. 19: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by C alcasieu Parish Police Jury All classes are held at the Allen P. August M ultipurpose Annex\, 2000 Moeling St. in Lake Charles and participants can opt to attend two\, 4-hour\, back-to-back classes or attend one 8-hour ses sion. The class walks participants through the entire process of buying a home. It covers all the fundamentals of homeownership\, including the pro s and cons of purchasing a home\, the role of realtors\, all about mortgag es (mortgage terminology\, mortgage originators\, mortgage attorneys\, mor tgage underwriters and underwriting criteria)\, financial management and p roper budgeting. Other topics include down payments\, closing costs\, and insurance. Residents who are interested in buying a home\, are in the pro cess of buying a home\, and even those who already own homes\, are encoura ged to sign up for these classes. Please note that the definition of “firs t-time homebuyer” is anyone who has not owned a home in the past three yea rs -- even if the person owned a home previously. “Taking a homebuyer edu cation class gives potential homebuyers a chance to get unbiased informati on about what you can expect from the homebuying process\,” said Yolanda S mith\, Calcasieu Parish Housing Counseling Agency Case Manager. “In additi on\, these courses are often a prerequisite to be able to participate in f irst-time homebuyer programs and down-payment assistance programs.” Class es are free to all participants\, regardless of income. To register\, visi t calcasieuparish.gov/housingcounseling\, click on the “homebuyer group co unseling” tab and fill out the application. Applications are also availabl e at the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury’s Human Services Department office\, 2001 Moeling St.\, Lake Charles. The office is open from 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.\, Monday-Friday. Participants will receive a certificate when they success fully complete classes. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Calcasieu Parish&rsquo\;s Housing Counselin g Agency\, in conjunction with Project Build a Future\, has announced its free Homebuyer Education Classes schedule for 2022. \;

The fir st class begins Feb. 7. Here is the full 2022 class schedule: \;

Monday\, Feb. 7: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future

Tuesday\, Feb. 8: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future

Saturday\, April 9: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury

Monday\, June 20: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Fut ure

Tuesday\, June 21: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Futu re

Saturday\, Aug. 20: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Paris h Police Jury

Monday\, Oct. 10: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Bui ld a Future

Tuesday\, Oct. 11: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Buil d a Future

Saturday\, Nov. 19: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasi eu Parish Police Jury \;

All classes are held at the A llen P. August Multipurpose Annex\, 2000 Moeling St. in Lake Charles and p articipants can opt to attend two\, 4-hour\, back-to-back classes or atten d one 8-hour session. \;

The class walks participants \;th rough the entire process of buying a home. \;It covers all the fundame ntals of homeownership\, including the pros and cons of purchasing a home\ , the role of realtors\, all about mortgages (mortgage terminology\, mortg age originators\, mortgage attorneys\, mortgage underwriters and underwrit ing criteria)\, \;financial management and proper budgeting. \;Oth er topics include down payments\, closing costs\, and insurance. \;

Residents who are interested in buying a home\, are in the process o f buying a home\, and even those who already own homes\, are encouraged to sign up for these classes. Please note that the definition of &ldquo\;fir st-time homebuyer&rdquo\; is anyone who has not owned a home in the past t hree years -- even if the person owned a home previously. \;

& ldquo\;Taking a homebuyer education class gives potential homebuyers a cha nce to get unbiased information about what you can expect from the homebuy ing process\,&rdquo\; said Yolanda Smith\, Calcasieu Parish Housing Counse ling Agency Case Manager. &ldquo\;In addition\, these courses are often a prerequisite to be able to participate in first-time homebuyer programs an d down-payment assistance programs.&rdquo\; \;

Classes are fre e to all participants\, regardless of income. To register\, visit \;calcasieuparish.gov/housingcounseling\, click on the &ldquo\ ;homebuyer group counseling&rdquo\; tab and fill out the application.

Applications are also available at the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury&rs quo\;s Human Services Department office\, 2001 Moeling St.\, Lake Charles. The office is open from 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.\, Monday-Friday. \;

Pa rticipants will receive a certificate when they successfully complete clas ses.

\;
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Allen P. August Multipurpose Annex UID:20220124T1937100Z-583899-1264@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220621T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220621T210000 SUMMARY:Homebuyer Education Classes DESCRIPTION:Calcasieu Parish’s Housing Counseling Agency\, in conjunction w ith Project Build a Future\, has announced its free Homebuyer Education Cl asses schedule for 2022. The first class begins Feb. 7. Here is the full 2022 class schedule: Monday\, Feb. 7: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Tuesday\, Feb. 8: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Sat urday\, April 9: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Mo nday\, June 20: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Tuesday\, June 21: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Saturday\, Aug. 20: 9 a.m .-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Monday\, Oct. 10: 5-9 p. m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Tuesday\, Oct. 11: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Saturday\, Nov. 19: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by C alcasieu Parish Police Jury All classes are held at the Allen P. August M ultipurpose Annex\, 2000 Moeling St. in Lake Charles and participants can opt to attend two\, 4-hour\, back-to-back classes or attend one 8-hour ses sion. The class walks participants through the entire process of buying a home. It covers all the fundamentals of homeownership\, including the pro s and cons of purchasing a home\, the role of realtors\, all about mortgag es (mortgage terminology\, mortgage originators\, mortgage attorneys\, mor tgage underwriters and underwriting criteria)\, financial management and p roper budgeting. Other topics include down payments\, closing costs\, and insurance. Residents who are interested in buying a home\, are in the pro cess of buying a home\, and even those who already own homes\, are encoura ged to sign up for these classes. Please note that the definition of “firs t-time homebuyer” is anyone who has not owned a home in the past three yea rs -- even if the person owned a home previously. “Taking a homebuyer edu cation class gives potential homebuyers a chance to get unbiased informati on about what you can expect from the homebuying process\,” said Yolanda S mith\, Calcasieu Parish Housing Counseling Agency Case Manager. “In additi on\, these courses are often a prerequisite to be able to participate in f irst-time homebuyer programs and down-payment assistance programs.” Class es are free to all participants\, regardless of income. To register\, visi t calcasieuparish.gov/housingcounseling\, click on the “homebuyer group co unseling” tab and fill out the application. Applications are also availabl e at the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury’s Human Services Department office\, 2001 Moeling St.\, Lake Charles. The office is open from 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.\, Monday-Friday. Participants will receive a certificate when they success fully complete classes. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Calcasieu Parish&rsquo\;s Housing Counselin g Agency\, in conjunction with Project Build a Future\, has announced its free Homebuyer Education Classes schedule for 2022. \;

The fir st class begins Feb. 7. Here is the full 2022 class schedule: \;

Monday\, Feb. 7: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future

Tuesday\, Feb. 8: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future

Saturday\, April 9: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury

Monday\, June 20: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Fut ure

Tuesday\, June 21: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Futu re

Saturday\, Aug. 20: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Paris h Police Jury

Monday\, Oct. 10: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Bui ld a Future

Tuesday\, Oct. 11: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Buil d a Future

Saturday\, Nov. 19: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasi eu Parish Police Jury \;

All classes are held at the A llen P. August Multipurpose Annex\, 2000 Moeling St. in Lake Charles and p articipants can opt to attend two\, 4-hour\, back-to-back classes or atten d one 8-hour session. \;

The class walks participants \;th rough the entire process of buying a home. \;It covers all the fundame ntals of homeownership\, including the pros and cons of purchasing a home\ , the role of realtors\, all about mortgages (mortgage terminology\, mortg age originators\, mortgage attorneys\, mortgage underwriters and underwrit ing criteria)\, \;financial management and proper budgeting. \;Oth er topics include down payments\, closing costs\, and insurance. \;

Residents who are interested in buying a home\, are in the process o f buying a home\, and even those who already own homes\, are encouraged to sign up for these classes. Please note that the definition of &ldquo\;fir st-time homebuyer&rdquo\; is anyone who has not owned a home in the past t hree years -- even if the person owned a home previously. \;

& ldquo\;Taking a homebuyer education class gives potential homebuyers a cha nce to get unbiased information about what you can expect from the homebuy ing process\,&rdquo\; said Yolanda Smith\, Calcasieu Parish Housing Counse ling Agency Case Manager. &ldquo\;In addition\, these courses are often a prerequisite to be able to participate in first-time homebuyer programs an d down-payment assistance programs.&rdquo\; \;

Classes are fre e to all participants\, regardless of income. To register\, visit \;calcasieuparish.gov/housingcounseling\, click on the &ldquo\ ;homebuyer group counseling&rdquo\; tab and fill out the application.

Applications are also available at the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury&rs quo\;s Human Services Department office\, 2001 Moeling St.\, Lake Charles. The office is open from 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.\, Monday-Friday. \;

Pa rticipants will receive a certificate when they successfully complete clas ses.

\;
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Allen P. August Multipurpose Annex UID:20220124T1937250Z-583899-1265@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221010T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221010T210000 SUMMARY:Homebuyer Education Classes DESCRIPTION:Calcasieu Parish’s Housing Counseling Agency\, in conjunction w ith Project Build a Future\, has announced its free Homebuyer Education Cl asses schedule for 2022. The first class begins Feb. 7. Here is the full 2022 class schedule: Monday\, Feb. 7: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Tuesday\, Feb. 8: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Sat urday\, April 9: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Mo nday\, June 20: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Tuesday\, June 21: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Saturday\, Aug. 20: 9 a.m .-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Monday\, Oct. 10: 5-9 p. m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Tuesday\, Oct. 11: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Saturday\, Nov. 19: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by C alcasieu Parish Police Jury All classes are held at the Allen P. August M ultipurpose Annex\, 2000 Moeling St. in Lake Charles and participants can opt to attend two\, 4-hour\, back-to-back classes or attend one 8-hour ses sion. The class walks participants through the entire process of buying a home. It covers all the fundamentals of homeownership\, including the pro s and cons of purchasing a home\, the role of realtors\, all about mortgag es (mortgage terminology\, mortgage originators\, mortgage attorneys\, mor tgage underwriters and underwriting criteria)\, financial management and p roper budgeting. Other topics include down payments\, closing costs\, and insurance. Residents who are interested in buying a home\, are in the pro cess of buying a home\, and even those who already own homes\, are encoura ged to sign up for these classes. Please note that the definition of “firs t-time homebuyer” is anyone who has not owned a home in the past three yea rs -- even if the person owned a home previously. “Taking a homebuyer edu cation class gives potential homebuyers a chance to get unbiased informati on about what you can expect from the homebuying process\,” said Yolanda S mith\, Calcasieu Parish Housing Counseling Agency Case Manager. “In additi on\, these courses are often a prerequisite to be able to participate in f irst-time homebuyer programs and down-payment assistance programs.” Class es are free to all participants\, regardless of income. To register\, visi t calcasieuparish.gov/housingcounseling\, click on the “homebuyer group co unseling” tab and fill out the application. Applications are also availabl e at the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury’s Human Services Department office\, 2001 Moeling St.\, Lake Charles. The office is open from 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.\, Monday-Friday. Participants will receive a certificate when they success fully complete classes. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Calcasieu Parish&rsquo\;s Housing Counselin g Agency\, in conjunction with Project Build a Future\, has announced its free Homebuyer Education Classes schedule for 2022. \;

The fir st class begins Feb. 7. Here is the full 2022 class schedule: \;

Monday\, Feb. 7: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future

Tuesday\, Feb. 8: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future

Saturday\, April 9: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury

Monday\, June 20: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Fut ure

Tuesday\, June 21: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Futu re

Saturday\, Aug. 20: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Paris h Police Jury

Monday\, Oct. 10: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Bui ld a Future

Tuesday\, Oct. 11: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Buil d a Future

Saturday\, Nov. 19: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasi eu Parish Police Jury \;

All classes are held at the A llen P. August Multipurpose Annex\, 2000 Moeling St. in Lake Charles and p articipants can opt to attend two\, 4-hour\, back-to-back classes or atten d one 8-hour session. \;

The class walks participants \;th rough the entire process of buying a home. \;It covers all the fundame ntals of homeownership\, including the pros and cons of purchasing a home\ , the role of realtors\, all about mortgages (mortgage terminology\, mortg age originators\, mortgage attorneys\, mortgage underwriters and underwrit ing criteria)\, \;financial management and proper budgeting. \;Oth er topics include down payments\, closing costs\, and insurance. \;

Residents who are interested in buying a home\, are in the process o f buying a home\, and even those who already own homes\, are encouraged to sign up for these classes. Please note that the definition of &ldquo\;fir st-time homebuyer&rdquo\; is anyone who has not owned a home in the past t hree years -- even if the person owned a home previously. \;

& ldquo\;Taking a homebuyer education class gives potential homebuyers a cha nce to get unbiased information about what you can expect from the homebuy ing process\,&rdquo\; said Yolanda Smith\, Calcasieu Parish Housing Counse ling Agency Case Manager. &ldquo\;In addition\, these courses are often a prerequisite to be able to participate in first-time homebuyer programs an d down-payment assistance programs.&rdquo\; \;

Classes are fre e to all participants\, regardless of income. To register\, visit \;calcasieuparish.gov/housingcounseling\, click on the &ldquo\ ;homebuyer group counseling&rdquo\; tab and fill out the application.

Applications are also available at the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury&rs quo\;s Human Services Department office\, 2001 Moeling St.\, Lake Charles. The office is open from 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.\, Monday-Friday. \;

Pa rticipants will receive a certificate when they successfully complete clas ses.

\;
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Allen P. August Multipurpose Annex UID:20220124T1937420Z-583899-1266@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220409T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220410T050000 SUMMARY:Homebuyer Education Classes DESCRIPTION:Calcasieu Parish’s Housing Counseling Agency\, in conjunction w ith Project Build a Future\, has announced its free Homebuyer Education Cl asses schedule for 2022. The first class begins Feb. 7. Here is the full 2022 class schedule: Monday\, Feb. 7: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Tuesday\, Feb. 8: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Sat urday\, April 9: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Mo nday\, June 20: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Tuesday\, June 21: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Saturday\, Aug. 20: 9 a.m .-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Monday\, Oct. 10: 5-9 p. m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Tuesday\, Oct. 11: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Saturday\, Nov. 19: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by C alcasieu Parish Police Jury All classes are held at the Allen P. August M ultipurpose Annex\, 2000 Moeling St. in Lake Charles and participants can opt to attend two\, 4-hour\, back-to-back classes or attend one 8-hour ses sion. The class walks participants through the entire process of buying a home. It covers all the fundamentals of homeownership\, including the pro s and cons of purchasing a home\, the role of realtors\, all about mortgag es (mortgage terminology\, mortgage originators\, mortgage attorneys\, mor tgage underwriters and underwriting criteria)\, financial management and p roper budgeting. Other topics include down payments\, closing costs\, and insurance. Residents who are interested in buying a home\, are in the pro cess of buying a home\, and even those who already own homes\, are encoura ged to sign up for these classes. Please note that the definition of “firs t-time homebuyer” is anyone who has not owned a home in the past three yea rs -- even if the person owned a home previously. “Taking a homebuyer edu cation class gives potential homebuyers a chance to get unbiased informati on about what you can expect from the homebuying process\,” said Yolanda S mith\, Calcasieu Parish Housing Counseling Agency Case Manager. “In additi on\, these courses are often a prerequisite to be able to participate in f irst-time homebuyer programs and down-payment assistance programs.” Class es are free to all participants\, regardless of income. To register\, visi t calcasieuparish.gov/housingcounseling\, click on the “homebuyer group co unseling” tab and fill out the application. Applications are also availabl e at the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury’s Human Services Department office\, 2001 Moeling St.\, Lake Charles. The office is open from 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.\, Monday-Friday. Participants will receive a certificate when they success fully complete classes. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Calcasieu Parish&rsquo\;s Housing Counselin g Agency\, in conjunction with Project Build a Future\, has announced its free Homebuyer Education Classes schedule for 2022. \;

The fir st class begins Feb. 7. Here is the full 2022 class schedule: \;

Monday\, Feb. 7: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future

Tuesday\, Feb. 8: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future

Saturday\, April 9: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury

Monday\, June 20: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Fut ure

Tuesday\, June 21: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Futu re

Saturday\, Aug. 20: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Paris h Police Jury

Monday\, Oct. 10: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Bui ld a Future

Tuesday\, Oct. 11: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Buil d a Future

Saturday\, Nov. 19: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasi eu Parish Police Jury \;

All classes are held at the A llen P. August Multipurpose Annex\, 2000 Moeling St. in Lake Charles and p articipants can opt to attend two\, 4-hour\, back-to-back classes or atten d one 8-hour session. \;

The class walks participants \;th rough the entire process of buying a home. \;It covers all the fundame ntals of homeownership\, including the pros and cons of purchasing a home\ , the role of realtors\, all about mortgages (mortgage terminology\, mortg age originators\, mortgage attorneys\, mortgage underwriters and underwrit ing criteria)\, \;financial management and proper budgeting. \;Oth er topics include down payments\, closing costs\, and insurance. \;

Residents who are interested in buying a home\, are in the process o f buying a home\, and even those who already own homes\, are encouraged to sign up for these classes. Please note that the definition of &ldquo\;fir st-time homebuyer&rdquo\; is anyone who has not owned a home in the past t hree years -- even if the person owned a home previously. \;

& ldquo\;Taking a homebuyer education class gives potential homebuyers a cha nce to get unbiased information about what you can expect from the homebuy ing process\,&rdquo\; said Yolanda Smith\, Calcasieu Parish Housing Counse ling Agency Case Manager. &ldquo\;In addition\, these courses are often a prerequisite to be able to participate in first-time homebuyer programs an d down-payment assistance programs.&rdquo\; \;

Classes are fre e to all participants\, regardless of income. To register\, visit \;calcasieuparish.gov/housingcounseling\, click on the &ldquo\ ;homebuyer group counseling&rdquo\; tab and fill out the application.

Applications are also available at the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury&rs quo\;s Human Services Department office\, 2001 Moeling St.\, Lake Charles. The office is open from 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.\, Monday-Friday. \;

Pa rticipants will receive a certificate when they successfully complete clas ses.

\;
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Allen P. August Multipurpose Annex UID:20220124T1938260Z-583899-1268@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220820T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220821T050000 SUMMARY:Homebuyer Education Classes DESCRIPTION:Calcasieu Parish’s Housing Counseling Agency\, in conjunction w ith Project Build a Future\, has announced its free Homebuyer Education Cl asses schedule for 2022. The first class begins Feb. 7. Here is the full 2022 class schedule: Monday\, Feb. 7: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Tuesday\, Feb. 8: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Sat urday\, April 9: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Mo nday\, June 20: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Tuesday\, June 21: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Saturday\, Aug. 20: 9 a.m .-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Monday\, Oct. 10: 5-9 p. m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Tuesday\, Oct. 11: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Saturday\, Nov. 19: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by C alcasieu Parish Police Jury All classes are held at the Allen P. August M ultipurpose Annex\, 2000 Moeling St. in Lake Charles and participants can opt to attend two\, 4-hour\, back-to-back classes or attend one 8-hour ses sion. The class walks participants through the entire process of buying a home. It covers all the fundamentals of homeownership\, including the pro s and cons of purchasing a home\, the role of realtors\, all about mortgag es (mortgage terminology\, mortgage originators\, mortgage attorneys\, mor tgage underwriters and underwriting criteria)\, financial management and p roper budgeting. Other topics include down payments\, closing costs\, and insurance. Residents who are interested in buying a home\, are in the pro cess of buying a home\, and even those who already own homes\, are encoura ged to sign up for these classes. Please note that the definition of “firs t-time homebuyer” is anyone who has not owned a home in the past three yea rs -- even if the person owned a home previously. “Taking a homebuyer edu cation class gives potential homebuyers a chance to get unbiased informati on about what you can expect from the homebuying process\,” said Yolanda S mith\, Calcasieu Parish Housing Counseling Agency Case Manager. “In additi on\, these courses are often a prerequisite to be able to participate in f irst-time homebuyer programs and down-payment assistance programs.” Class es are free to all participants\, regardless of income. To register\, visi t calcasieuparish.gov/housingcounseling\, click on the “homebuyer group co unseling” tab and fill out the application. Applications are also availabl e at the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury’s Human Services Department office\, 2001 Moeling St.\, Lake Charles. The office is open from 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.\, Monday-Friday. Participants will receive a certificate when they success fully complete classes. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Calcasieu Parish&rsquo\;s Housing Counselin g Agency\, in conjunction with Project Build a Future\, has announced its free Homebuyer Education Classes schedule for 2022. \;

The fir st class begins Feb. 7. Here is the full 2022 class schedule: \;

Monday\, Feb. 7: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future

Tuesday\, Feb. 8: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future

Saturday\, April 9: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury

Monday\, June 20: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Fut ure

Tuesday\, June 21: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Futu re

Saturday\, Aug. 20: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Paris h Police Jury

Monday\, Oct. 10: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Bui ld a Future

Tuesday\, Oct. 11: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Buil d a Future

Saturday\, Nov. 19: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasi eu Parish Police Jury \;

All classes are held at the A llen P. August Multipurpose Annex\, 2000 Moeling St. in Lake Charles and p articipants can opt to attend two\, 4-hour\, back-to-back classes or atten d one 8-hour session. \;

The class walks participants \;th rough the entire process of buying a home. \;It covers all the fundame ntals of homeownership\, including the pros and cons of purchasing a home\ , the role of realtors\, all about mortgages (mortgage terminology\, mortg age originators\, mortgage attorneys\, mortgage underwriters and underwrit ing criteria)\, \;financial management and proper budgeting. \;Oth er topics include down payments\, closing costs\, and insurance. \;

Residents who are interested in buying a home\, are in the process o f buying a home\, and even those who already own homes\, are encouraged to sign up for these classes. Please note that the definition of &ldquo\;fir st-time homebuyer&rdquo\; is anyone who has not owned a home in the past t hree years -- even if the person owned a home previously. \;

& ldquo\;Taking a homebuyer education class gives potential homebuyers a cha nce to get unbiased information about what you can expect from the homebuy ing process\,&rdquo\; said Yolanda Smith\, Calcasieu Parish Housing Counse ling Agency Case Manager. &ldquo\;In addition\, these courses are often a prerequisite to be able to participate in first-time homebuyer programs an d down-payment assistance programs.&rdquo\; \;

Classes are fre e to all participants\, regardless of income. To register\, visit \;calcasieuparish.gov/housingcounseling\, click on the &ldquo\ ;homebuyer group counseling&rdquo\; tab and fill out the application.

Applications are also available at the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury&rs quo\;s Human Services Department office\, 2001 Moeling St.\, Lake Charles. The office is open from 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.\, Monday-Friday. \;

Pa rticipants will receive a certificate when they successfully complete clas ses.

\;
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Allen P. August Multipurpose Annex UID:20220124T1938570Z-583899-1269@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221119T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221120T050000 SUMMARY:Homebuyer Education Classes DESCRIPTION:Calcasieu Parish’s Housing Counseling Agency\, in conjunction w ith Project Build a Future\, has announced its free Homebuyer Education Cl asses schedule for 2022. The first class begins Feb. 7. Here is the full 2022 class schedule: Monday\, Feb. 7: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Tuesday\, Feb. 8: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Sat urday\, April 9: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Mo nday\, June 20: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Tuesday\, June 21: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Saturday\, Aug. 20: 9 a.m .-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Monday\, Oct. 10: 5-9 p. m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Tuesday\, Oct. 11: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Saturday\, Nov. 19: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by C alcasieu Parish Police Jury All classes are held at the Allen P. August M ultipurpose Annex\, 2000 Moeling St. in Lake Charles and participants can opt to attend two\, 4-hour\, back-to-back classes or attend one 8-hour ses sion. The class walks participants through the entire process of buying a home. It covers all the fundamentals of homeownership\, including the pro s and cons of purchasing a home\, the role of realtors\, all about mortgag es (mortgage terminology\, mortgage originators\, mortgage attorneys\, mor tgage underwriters and underwriting criteria)\, financial management and p roper budgeting. Other topics include down payments\, closing costs\, and insurance. Residents who are interested in buying a home\, are in the pro cess of buying a home\, and even those who already own homes\, are encoura ged to sign up for these classes. Please note that the definition of “firs t-time homebuyer” is anyone who has not owned a home in the past three yea rs -- even if the person owned a home previously. “Taking a homebuyer edu cation class gives potential homebuyers a chance to get unbiased informati on about what you can expect from the homebuying process\,” said Yolanda S mith\, Calcasieu Parish Housing Counseling Agency Case Manager. “In additi on\, these courses are often a prerequisite to be able to participate in f irst-time homebuyer programs and down-payment assistance programs.” Class es are free to all participants\, regardless of income. To register\, visi t calcasieuparish.gov/housingcounseling\, click on the “homebuyer group co unseling” tab and fill out the application. Applications are also availabl e at the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury’s Human Services Department office\, 2001 Moeling St.\, Lake Charles. The office is open from 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.\, Monday-Friday. Participants will receive a certificate when they success fully complete classes. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Calcasieu Parish&rsquo\;s Housing Counselin g Agency\, in conjunction with Project Build a Future\, has announced its free Homebuyer Education Classes schedule for 2022. \;

The fir st class begins Feb. 7. Here is the full 2022 class schedule: \;

Monday\, Feb. 7: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future

Tuesday\, Feb. 8: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future

Saturday\, April 9: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury

Monday\, June 20: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Fut ure

Tuesday\, June 21: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Futu re

Saturday\, Aug. 20: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Paris h Police Jury

Monday\, Oct. 10: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Bui ld a Future

Tuesday\, Oct. 11: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Buil d a Future

Saturday\, Nov. 19: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasi eu Parish Police Jury \;

All classes are held at the A llen P. August Multipurpose Annex\, 2000 Moeling St. in Lake Charles and p articipants can opt to attend two\, 4-hour\, back-to-back classes or atten d one 8-hour session. \;

The class walks participants \;th rough the entire process of buying a home. \;It covers all the fundame ntals of homeownership\, including the pros and cons of purchasing a home\ , the role of realtors\, all about mortgages (mortgage terminology\, mortg age originators\, mortgage attorneys\, mortgage underwriters and underwrit ing criteria)\, \;financial management and proper budgeting. \;Oth er topics include down payments\, closing costs\, and insurance. \;

Residents who are interested in buying a home\, are in the process o f buying a home\, and even those who already own homes\, are encouraged to sign up for these classes. Please note that the definition of &ldquo\;fir st-time homebuyer&rdquo\; is anyone who has not owned a home in the past t hree years -- even if the person owned a home previously. \;

& ldquo\;Taking a homebuyer education class gives potential homebuyers a cha nce to get unbiased information about what you can expect from the homebuy ing process\,&rdquo\; said Yolanda Smith\, Calcasieu Parish Housing Counse ling Agency Case Manager. &ldquo\;In addition\, these courses are often a prerequisite to be able to participate in first-time homebuyer programs an d down-payment assistance programs.&rdquo\; \;

Classes are fre e to all participants\, regardless of income. To register\, visit \;calcasieuparish.gov/housingcounseling\, click on the &ldquo\ ;homebuyer group counseling&rdquo\; tab and fill out the application.

Applications are also available at the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury&rs quo\;s Human Services Department office\, 2001 Moeling St.\, Lake Charles. The office is open from 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.\, Monday-Friday. \;

Pa rticipants will receive a certificate when they successfully complete clas ses.

\;
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Allen P. August Multipurpose Annex UID:20220124T1939140Z-583899-1270@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220207T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220207T210000 SUMMARY:Homebuyer Education Classes DESCRIPTION:Calcasieu Parish’s Housing Counseling Agency\, in conjunction w ith Project Build a Future\, has announced its free Homebuyer Education Cl asses schedule for 2022. The first class begins Feb. 7. Here is the full 2022 class schedule: Monday\, Feb. 7: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Tuesday\, Feb. 8: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Sat urday\, April 9: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Mo nday\, June 20: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Tuesday\, June 21: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Saturday\, Aug. 20: 9 a.m .-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Monday\, Oct. 10: 5-9 p. m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Tuesday\, Oct. 11: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Saturday\, Nov. 19: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by C alcasieu Parish Police Jury All classes are held at the Allen P. August M ultipurpose Annex\, 2000 Moeling St. in Lake Charles and participants can opt to attend two\, 4-hour\, back-to-back classes or attend one 8-hour ses sion. The class walks participants through the entire process of buying a home. It covers all the fundamentals of homeownership\, including the pro s and cons of purchasing a home\, the role of realtors\, all about mortgag es (mortgage terminology\, mortgage originators\, mortgage attorneys\, mor tgage underwriters and underwriting criteria)\, financial management and p roper budgeting. Other topics include down payments\, closing costs\, and insurance. Residents who are interested in buying a home\, are in the pro cess of buying a home\, and even those who already own homes\, are encoura ged to sign up for these classes. Please note that the definition of “firs t-time homebuyer” is anyone who has not owned a home in the past three yea rs -- even if the person owned a home previously. “Taking a homebuyer edu cation class gives potential homebuyers a chance to get unbiased informati on about what you can expect from the homebuying process\,” said Yolanda S mith\, Calcasieu Parish Housing Counseling Agency Case Manager. “In additi on\, these courses are often a prerequisite to be able to participate in f irst-time homebuyer programs and down-payment assistance programs.” Class es are free to all participants\, regardless of income. To register\, visi t calcasieuparish.gov/housingcounseling\, click on the “homebuyer group co unseling” tab and fill out the application. Applications are also availabl e at the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury’s Human Services Department office\, 2001 Moeling St.\, Lake Charles. The office is open from 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.\, Monday-Friday. Participants will receive a certificate when they success fully complete classes. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Calcasieu Parish&rsquo\;s Housing Counselin g Agency\, in conjunction with Project Build a Future\, has announced its free Homebuyer Education Classes schedule for 2022. \;

The fir st class begins Feb. 7. Here is the full 2022 class schedule: \;

Monday\, Feb. 7: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future

Tuesday\, Feb. 8: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future

Saturday\, April 9: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury

Monday\, June 20: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Fut ure

Tuesday\, June 21: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Futu re

Saturday\, Aug. 20: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Paris h Police Jury

Monday\, Oct. 10: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Bui ld a Future

Tuesday\, Oct. 11: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Buil d a Future

Saturday\, Nov. 19: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasi eu Parish Police Jury \;

All classes are held at the A llen P. August Multipurpose Annex\, 2000 Moeling St. in Lake Charles and p articipants can opt to attend two\, 4-hour\, back-to-back classes or atten d one 8-hour session. \;

The class walks participants \;th rough the entire process of buying a home. \;It covers all the fundame ntals of homeownership\, including the pros and cons of purchasing a home\ , the role of realtors\, all about mortgages (mortgage terminology\, mortg age originators\, mortgage attorneys\, mortgage underwriters and underwrit ing criteria)\, \;financial management and proper budgeting. \;Oth er topics include down payments\, closing costs\, and insurance. \;

Residents who are interested in buying a home\, are in the process o f buying a home\, and even those who already own homes\, are encouraged to sign up for these classes. Please note that the definition of &ldquo\;fir st-time homebuyer&rdquo\; is anyone who has not owned a home in the past t hree years -- even if the person owned a home previously. \;

& ldquo\;Taking a homebuyer education class gives potential homebuyers a cha nce to get unbiased information about what you can expect from the homebuy ing process\,&rdquo\; said Yolanda Smith\, Calcasieu Parish Housing Counse ling Agency Case Manager. &ldquo\;In addition\, these courses are often a prerequisite to be able to participate in first-time homebuyer programs an d down-payment assistance programs.&rdquo\; \;

Classes are fre e to all participants\, regardless of income. To register\, visit \;calcasieuparish.gov/housingcounseling\, click on the &ldquo\ ;homebuyer group counseling&rdquo\; tab and fill out the application.

Applications are also available at the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury&rs quo\;s Human Services Department office\, 2001 Moeling St.\, Lake Charles. The office is open from 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.\, Monday-Friday. \;

Pa rticipants will receive a certificate when they successfully complete clas ses.

\;
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Allen P. August Multipurpose Annex UID:20220124T1936130Z-583899-1262@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220208T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220208T210000 SUMMARY:Homebuyer Education Classes DESCRIPTION:Calcasieu Parish’s Housing Counseling Agency\, in conjunction w ith Project Build a Future\, has announced its free Homebuyer Education Cl asses schedule for 2022. The first class begins Feb. 7. Here is the full 2022 class schedule: Monday\, Feb. 7: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Tuesday\, Feb. 8: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Sat urday\, April 9: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Mo nday\, June 20: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Tuesday\, June 21: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Saturday\, Aug. 20: 9 a.m .-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Monday\, Oct. 10: 5-9 p. m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Tuesday\, Oct. 11: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Saturday\, Nov. 19: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by C alcasieu Parish Police Jury All classes are held at the Allen P. August M ultipurpose Annex\, 2000 Moeling St. in Lake Charles and participants can opt to attend two\, 4-hour\, back-to-back classes or attend one 8-hour ses sion. The class walks participants through the entire process of buying a home. It covers all the fundamentals of homeownership\, including the pro s and cons of purchasing a home\, the role of realtors\, all about mortgag es (mortgage terminology\, mortgage originators\, mortgage attorneys\, mor tgage underwriters and underwriting criteria)\, financial management and p roper budgeting. Other topics include down payments\, closing costs\, and insurance. Residents who are interested in buying a home\, are in the pro cess of buying a home\, and even those who already own homes\, are encoura ged to sign up for these classes. Please note that the definition of “firs t-time homebuyer” is anyone who has not owned a home in the past three yea rs -- even if the person owned a home previously. “Taking a homebuyer edu cation class gives potential homebuyers a chance to get unbiased informati on about what you can expect from the homebuying process\,” said Yolanda S mith\, Calcasieu Parish Housing Counseling Agency Case Manager. “In additi on\, these courses are often a prerequisite to be able to participate in f irst-time homebuyer programs and down-payment assistance programs.” Class es are free to all participants\, regardless of income. To register\, visi t calcasieuparish.gov/housingcounseling\, click on the “homebuyer group co unseling” tab and fill out the application. Applications are also availabl e at the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury’s Human Services Department office\, 2001 Moeling St.\, Lake Charles. The office is open from 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.\, Monday-Friday. Participants will receive a certificate when they success fully complete classes. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Calcasieu Parish&rsquo\;s Housing Counselin g Agency\, in conjunction with Project Build a Future\, has announced its free Homebuyer Education Classes schedule for 2022. \;

The fir st class begins Feb. 7. Here is the full 2022 class schedule: \;

Monday\, Feb. 7: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future

Tuesday\, Feb. 8: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future

Saturday\, April 9: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury

Monday\, June 20: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Fut ure

Tuesday\, June 21: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Futu re

Saturday\, Aug. 20: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Paris h Police Jury

Monday\, Oct. 10: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Bui ld a Future

Tuesday\, Oct. 11: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Buil d a Future

Saturday\, Nov. 19: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasi eu Parish Police Jury \;

All classes are held at the A llen P. August Multipurpose Annex\, 2000 Moeling St. in Lake Charles and p articipants can opt to attend two\, 4-hour\, back-to-back classes or atten d one 8-hour session. \;

The class walks participants \;th rough the entire process of buying a home. \;It covers all the fundame ntals of homeownership\, including the pros and cons of purchasing a home\ , the role of realtors\, all about mortgages (mortgage terminology\, mortg age originators\, mortgage attorneys\, mortgage underwriters and underwrit ing criteria)\, \;financial management and proper budgeting. \;Oth er topics include down payments\, closing costs\, and insurance. \;

Residents who are interested in buying a home\, are in the process o f buying a home\, and even those who already own homes\, are encouraged to sign up for these classes. Please note that the definition of &ldquo\;fir st-time homebuyer&rdquo\; is anyone who has not owned a home in the past t hree years -- even if the person owned a home previously. \;

& ldquo\;Taking a homebuyer education class gives potential homebuyers a cha nce to get unbiased information about what you can expect from the homebuy ing process\,&rdquo\; said Yolanda Smith\, Calcasieu Parish Housing Counse ling Agency Case Manager. &ldquo\;In addition\, these courses are often a prerequisite to be able to participate in first-time homebuyer programs an d down-payment assistance programs.&rdquo\; \;

Classes are fre e to all participants\, regardless of income. To register\, visit \;calcasieuparish.gov/housingcounseling\, click on the &ldquo\ ;homebuyer group counseling&rdquo\; tab and fill out the application.

Applications are also available at the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury&rs quo\;s Human Services Department office\, 2001 Moeling St.\, Lake Charles. The office is open from 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.\, Monday-Friday. \;

Pa rticipants will receive a certificate when they successfully complete clas ses.

\;
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Allen P. August Multipurpose Annex UID:20220124T1936430Z-583899-1263@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220212T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220212T110000 SUMMARY:The Basics Educational Plans: IEP's vs 504 Plans Webinar DESCRIPTION:Students with disabilities will usually qualify for either an I EP or a 504 Plan – but what is the difference and is one better than the o ther? This webinar will take you through the eligibility process of both p lans\, the laws that regulate both\, the differences in the plans and pare ntal rights. Link to Register: https://tinyurl.com/2p9yrjxu Link to Flyer: https://tinyurl.com/yc8xrkdz X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Students with disabilit ies will usually qualify for either an IEP or a 504 Plan &ndash\; but what is the difference and is one better than the other? \;This webinar wi ll take you through the eligibility process of both plans\, the laws that regulate both\, the differences in the plans and parental rights.
< div>Link to Register: \;https://tinyurl.com/2p9yrjxu
Link to Flyer: \;https://tinyurl.com/yc8xrkdz
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20220120T1429550Z-583899-1261@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220312T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220312T120000 SUMMARY:Port Wonder Preview Day DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles\, in partnership with the Children’s M useum of Lake Charles and the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheri es\, will host Port Wonder Preview Day on Saturday\, March 12\, from 10 a. m. to noon in the Lake Charles Civic Center Contraband Room (900 Lakeshore Dr.). This free and open to the public event will offer a sneak peek int o what a visit to Port Wonder will look like once construction is complete on the $20+ million lakefront development project. During Port Wonder Pr eview Day  a variety of fun\, educational and interactive STEM activities will be available for children to participate in\, including creating a su n catcher\, growing a rainbow\, visiting Sunny’s Market\, caring for anima ls at the pretend veterinarian’s clinic\, and learning all about shark ske letons and invasive species. Games\, refreshments and a host of other acti vities will be available. Representative from the City of Lake Charles\, Children’s Museum of Lake Charles and LDWF will also be on hand to display the first look at what future exhibits will look like in the all-new stat e-of-the-art children’s museum and science and education center. “We have talked a lot about Port Wonder since our original announcement in late 20 18. This project is a number of years in the making and has taken a lot of patience and dedication from the team working to design what will reshape our lakefront\,” said Lake Charles Mayor Nic Hunter. “We are thrilled to have an opportunity to show the public a first look at what the Port Wonde r experience will include. We are so proud of this project and are confide nt the community will feel the same once they see what is in store.” Cons truction on the new project\, located near the Gator Pond on the lake’s no rthern shore\, is expected to get underway soon with a target completion d ate of late 2023. For more information on Port Wonder Preview Day\, call 337-491-1280. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles\, in partnership w ith the Children&rsquo\;s Museum of Lake Charles and the Louisiana Departm ent of Wildlife and Fisheries\, will host \;Port Wonder Preview Da y \;on Saturday\, March 12\, from 10 a.m. to noon in the Lake Cha rles Civic Center Contraband Room (900 Lakeshore Dr.). \;

This free and open to the public event will offer a sneak peek into what a vis it to Port Wonder will look like once construction is complete on the $20+ million lakefront development project. \;

During \;Po rt Wonder Preview Day \; \;a variety of fun\, educational and interactive STEM activities will be available for children to participate in\, including creating a sun catcher\, growing a rainbow\, visiting Sunn y&rsquo\;s Market\, caring for animals at the pretend veterinarian&rsquo\; s clinic\, and learning all about shark skeletons and invasive species. Ga mes\, refreshments and a host of other activities will be available. \ ;

Representative from the City of Lake Charles\, Children&rsquo\;s Museum of Lake Charles and LDWF will also be on hand to display the first look at what future exhibits will look like in the all-new state-of-the-a rt children&rsquo\;s museum and science and education center. \;

&ldquo\;We have talked a lot about Port Wonder since our original annou ncement in late 2018. This project is a number of years in the making and has taken a lot of patience and dedication from the team working to design what will reshape our lakefront\,&rdquo\; said Lake Charles Mayor Nic Hun ter. &ldquo\;We are thrilled to have an opportunity to show the public a f irst look at what the Port Wonder experience will include. We are so proud of this project and are confident the community will feel the same once t hey see what is in store.&rdquo\; \;

Construction on the new p roject\, located near the Gator Pond on the lake&rsquo\;s northern shore\, is expected to get underway soon with a target completion date of late 20 23. \;

For more information on \;Port Wonder Preview D ay\, \;call 337-491-1280.
CATEGORIES:For the Family UID:20220225T1436320Z-583899-1301@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240420T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240420T140000 SUMMARY:FHF: SWLA Empowerment Resource EXPO DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Prien Lake Mall UID:20240416T1407230Z-583899-1772@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240312T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240312T160000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Piping & Valves - Design\, Materials\, Specifications DESCRIPTION:This course will cover designations\, design\, materials and sp ecifications of piping per ASME B 31.3\, Process Piping as well as types\, descriptions and applications of valves. Hours: 8 CEUs: .8 Cost: $375 (in cluding breakfast & lunch) Click here to register/learn more X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course will cover designations\, design\, materials and specifications of piping per ASME B 31.3\, Process Piping as well as types\, descriptions and appl ications of valves.

Hours: 8

CEUs: .8

< span style='font-size: 12pt\;'>Cost: $375 (including breakfast &\; lunc h)

Click here to register/learn more
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities UID:20240227T1610130Z-583899-1752@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240220T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240220T190000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Ethics for Registered Engineers & Surveyors DESCRIPTION:This in-person course is designed to meet the continuing educat ion requirements for all licensed engineers and surveyors by providing 1 P rofessional Development Hour (PDH) as per state rule Rule 3105(A)(1) and 3 105(B)(1). Hours: 1 PDHs: 1 Cost: $100 Click here to learn more/register o nline. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This in-per son course is designed to meet the continuing education requirements for a ll licensed engineers and surveyors by providing 1 Professional Developmen t Hour (PDH) as per state rule Rule 3105(A)(1) and 3105(B)(1).

Hours: 1

PDHs: 1

C ost: $100

Click here to learn more/register online.&n bsp\;
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Engineering & Tech Labs Building\, Room 111 UID:20240108T1950010Z-583899-1724@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240216T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240216T160000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Resource Conservation & Recovery Act (RCRA) DESCRIPTION:This accelerated one-day RCRA is designed to serve as both an i nitial and refresher course to assist in meeting the 40 CFR 262.34(a) and 40 CFR 265.16 training requirements. Topics include waste characterization \, treatment standards\, generator responsibilities\, emergencies\, and wa ste shipments. Hours: 8 CEUs: .8 Cost: $590 (including a light breakfast a nd lunch) X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This accelerated one-day RCRA is desi gned to serve as both an initial and refresher course to assist in meeting the 40 CFR 262.34(a) and 40 CFR 265.16 training requirements. Topics incl ude waste characterization\, treatment standards\, generator responsibilit ies\, emergencies\, and waste shipments.

Hours: 8

CEUs: .8

Cost: $590 (including a li ght breakfast and lunch)

CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Engineering & Tech Labs Building\, Room 111 UID:20240108T1948090Z-583899-1723@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240202 SUMMARY:IIEC: Private Investigating DESCRIPTION:This intensive course teaches students basic investigatory skil ls and discovery techniques. Topics include state/federal investigator law s\, undercover investigation\, surveillance techniques\, interview/ statem ent methods\, court record checks\, subpoena procedures\, computer databas e research\, video/still photography techniques\, locating witnesses and m issing persons\, and testifying techniques. This course also prepares stud ents to take the State Private Investigator Exam that is required to apply for a private investigator license in Louisiana. Hours: 40 over two weeke nds Cost: $375 plus $50 exam fee Click here to learn more and/or register online X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This intens ive course teaches students basic investigatory skills and discovery techn iques. Topics include state/federal investigator laws\, undercover investi gation\, surveillance techniques\, interview/ statement methods\, court re cord checks\, subpoena procedures\, computer database research\, video/sti ll photography techniques\, locating witnesses and missing persons\, and t estifying techniques. This course also prepares students to take the State Private Investigator Exam that is required to apply for a private investi gator license in Louisiana.

Hours: 40 over two weekends

Cost: $375 plus $50 exam fee

Click here to learn mo re and/or register online
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Engineering & Tech Labs Building\, Room 111 UID:20240108T1945030Z-583899-1721@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T210000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Construction Site Safety Technician DESCRIPTION:This nationally recognized training program is designed to prov ide an entry career pathway for safety professionals who have experience i n the construction field or who are seeking an entry-level position in the construction industry. Hours: 100 Cost: $1\,250 Click here to learn more about this 14-week long class. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This nationally recognized training p rogram is designed to provide an entry career pathway for safety professio nals who have experience in the construction field or who are seeking an e ntry-level position in the construction industry.

Hours: 100

Cost: $1\,250

Click here to learn more about this 14-week long class.
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Engineering & Tech Labs Building\, Room 111 UID:20240108T1942370Z-583899-1720@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240125T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240125T140000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Safety Hot Topics - Debunking the Myths\, for Engineers DESCRIPTION:This course covers important concepts in the realm of engineeri ng project implementation\, construction\, and workplace safety. The compr ehensive knowledge attained through this course can be vital in formulatin g proactive system engineering design premise so that safety pitfalls and gaps can be precluded in the design phase of engineered systems. This clas s is over two days. Hours: 8 Cost: $395 Click here to learn more/register online X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course covers important concepts in the realm of engineering project implementat ion\, construction\, and workplace safety. The comprehensive knowledge att ained through this course can be vital in formulating proactive system eng ineering design premise so that safety pitfalls and gaps can be precluded in the design phase of engineered systems. This class is over two days.&nb sp\;

Hours: 8
< p>Cost: $395

Click he re to learn more/register online
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20240108T1940480Z-583899-1719@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240207T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240207T133000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Engineering Ethics DESCRIPTION:This Semtrain course caters to Licensed Professional Engineers who are interested in refreshing their understanding of some of the terms and concepts associated with the practice of engineering\, the code of eth ics\, & conduct professional engineers are expected to abide by and delves into the concerns beginning to arise with AI. Hours: 2.5 PDHS: 2.5 Cost: $115 Click here to learn more / register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This Semtra in course caters to Licensed Professional Engineers who are interested in refreshing their understanding of some of the terms and concepts associate d with the practice of engineering\, the code of ethics\, &\; conduct p rofessional engineers are expected to abide by and delves into the concern s beginning to arise with AI.

Hours: 2.5

PDHS: 2.5

Cost: $115

Click here to learn more / register online. \;
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20240108T1946300Z-583899-1722@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220501T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220501T173000 SUMMARY:Sundays with the Symphony DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, May 1\, 2022 4:30 PM Cash & Carry 801 Enterprise Blvd Lake Charles\, LA X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Sunday\, May 1\, 2022 4:30 PM

Cash &\; Carry

801 Enterprise Blvd

Lake \;Charle s\, LA
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Historic Cash & Carry UID:20220426T1827430Z-583899-1367@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240420T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240420T113000 SUMMARY:Navigate Your Child's Success: Mapping the Path from High School to College to Career DESCRIPTION:Join us for an insightful training course led by a McNeese coll ege professor. Gain valuable insights and practical tips on navigating the journey from high school to college to a successful career Cost: $40 for one\; $80 for families of 2-4 Click here to learn more/register online X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us for an insightful training course led by a McNeese college professor. Gain va luable insights and practical tips on navigating the journey from high sch ool to college to a successful career

Cost: $40 for one\; $80 for families of 2-4

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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Drew Hall\, McNeese UID:20240227T1612540Z-583899-1753@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220401T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220401T153000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Construction Industry Training DESCRIPTION:This training is intended to provide entry level construction w orkers information on typical safety and health hazards which a work may e ncounter at a construction site. Instruction will be on awareness\, identi fication\, recognition\, and prevention of job-related hazards on a constr uction site. Hours: 8 Cost: $250 Click here to llearn more and to register X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

This t raining is intended to provide entry level construction workers informatio n on typical safety and health hazards which a work may encounter at a con struction site. Instruction will be on awareness\, identification\, recogn ition\, and prevention of job-related hazards on a construction site.

Hours: 8

Cost: $250

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CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20220309T2107070Z-583899-1324@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220112T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220112T130000 SUMMARY:West Cal Chamber of Commerce Monthly Business Luncheon DESCRIPTION:January Monthly Business Luncheon Date: Thursday\, January 12\, 2023Time: 12pm -1pmDoors Open @11:30am** Location:**West Cal Events Cente r Guest Speaker Public Service Commissioner Mike Francis Born in Jena\, th e seat of La Salle Parish in north Louisiana\, Mike grew up in Jena and at tended Jena public schools. Mike played as a Jena Giant on the local high school football team. Mike went on to work in the oilfield as a roughneck and later became a mud engineer. He went on to start his own business. Fra ncis became successful in the oil drilling fluid business from his base in south Louisiana. His company was based in Crowley\, the seat of Acadia Pa rish\, a rice-growing region in southwestern Louisiana\, which produced tw o of the state's political giants of the late 20th century\, Democrats Edw in Edwards and John B. Breaux. Francis is the past founder and chief execu tive officer of Francis Drilling Fluids\, Ltd. FDF\, one of the oldest dri lling fluids companies on the Gulf Coast. He employed nearly 500 people at locations in Louisiana\, Texas\, Oklahoma\, and Wyoming and throughout th e country. The corporate headquarters is still located in Crowley.Mike bec ame chairman of the Republican Party in Louisiana from 1994 to 2000. A sta unch fiscal and social conservative\, Francis was an unsuccessful candidat e for Secretary of State of Louisiana in a special election held on Septem ber 30\, 2006. 'I will work to ensure the right to vote. I will fight to s top voter fraud\, vote buying\, and vote stealing\,' Francis vowed in his campaign for secretary of state.Mike was elected to the Public Service Com mission in November of 2016\; current term ends December 31\, 2022. His ca mpaign was based on bringing his successful business experience and expert ise to the Public Service Commission.Mike is married to Sheila Stevens Fra ncis and is the father of two sons Bryan and Mackey. He has a whole bunch of grandkids. PLEASE NOTE: YOU MUST REGISTER AND PAY BEFORE THE EVENT! LIM ITED SEATING AVAILABLE! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

January Monthly Business \;Luncheon
Dat e: \;Thursday\, January 12\, 2023Time: \;12pm -1pmDoors Open @11:30am** Location:**West Cal Ev ents Center

Guest Speaker

Public Service Commissione r Mike Francis

Born in Jena\, the seat of La Sa lle Parish in north Louisiana\, Mike grew up in Jena and attended Jena pub lic schools. Mike played as a Jena Giant on the local high school football team. Mike went on to work in the oilfield as a roughneck and later becam e a mud engineer. He went on to start his own business. Francis became suc cessful in the oil drilling fluid business from his base in south Louisian a. His company was based in Crowley\, the seat of Acadia Parish\, a rice-g rowing region in southwestern Louisiana\, which produced two of the state' s political giants of the late 20th century\, Democrats Edwin Edwards and John B. Breaux. Francis is the past founder and chief executive officer of Francis Drilling Fluids\, Ltd. FDF\, one of the oldest drilling fluids co mpanies on the Gulf Coast. He employed nearly 500 people at locations in L ouisiana\, Texas\, Oklahoma\, and Wyoming and throughout the country. The corporate headquarters is still located in Crowley.Mike becam e chairman of the Republican Party in Louisiana from 1994 to 2000. A staun ch fiscal and social conservative\, Francis was an unsuccessful candidate for Secretary of State of Louisiana in a special election held on Septembe r 30\, 2006. 'I will work to ensure the right to vote. I will fight to sto p voter fraud\, vote buying\, and vote stealing\,' Francis vowed in his ca mpaign for secretary of state.Mike was elected to the Public Service Commission in November of 2016\; current term ends December 31\, 2 022. His campaign was based on bringing his successful business experience and expertise to the Public Service Commission.Mike is marri ed to Sheila Stevens Francis and is the father of two sons Bryan and Macke y. He has a whole bunch of grandkids.

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CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:West Cal Events Center UID:20221212T1608140Z-583899-1516@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240305T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240305T140000 SUMMARY:Lean Six Sigma YELLOW Belt DESCRIPTION:This course is designed to provide participants with a foundati onal understanding of the Lean Six Sigma methodology and tools\, which can be applied to improve processes and reduce waste in any organization. Par ticipants will learn how to apply the DMAIC (Define\, Measure\, Analyze\, Improve\, Control) methodology and other Lean Six Sigma tools to identify and eliminate waste\, reduce defects\, improve customer satisfaction\, and increase efficiency. March 5 & 12\, 2024 Hours: 2 online\; 18 hours of s elf-study Cost: $595 Click here to learn more/register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course is designed to provide participants with a foundational understanding of the Lean Six Sigma methodology and tools\, which can be applied to improve processes and reduce waste in any organization. Participants will learn h ow to apply the DMAIC (Define\, Measure\, Analyze\, Improve\, Control) met hodology and other Lean Six Sigma tools to identify and eliminate waste\, reduce defects\, improve customer satisfaction\, and increase efficiency.& nbsp\;

Marc h 5 &\; 12\, 2024

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CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20240227T1614350Z-583899-1754@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240223T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240223T120000 SUMMARY:IIEC: How to be an Expert Witness. DESCRIPTION:In today’s litigious atmosphere\, professionals are often asked to be expert witnesses in civil suits or to simply provide services for m ediations\, arbitrations\, and forensic investigations. While this can be a nerve-wracking experience\, there are various techniques you can employ to become an effective expert witness. Hours: 2 Cost: $95 Click here to le arn more / register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
In today&rs quo\;s litigious atmosphere\, professionals are often asked to be expert w itnesses in civil suits or to simply provide services for mediations\, arb itrations\, and forensic investigations. While this can be a nerve-wrackin g experience\, there are various techniques you can employ to become an ef fective expert witness.

Hou rs: 2

Cost: $95

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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20240108T2145230Z-583899-1725@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240228T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240228T210000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Notary Exam Prep Course DESCRIPTION:This course provides the preparation for Louisiana's state nota ry exam. Class discussions will focus on mortgages\, conveyances\, leases\ , contracts\, legal descriptions\, successions\, wills\, trusts\, and comm unity property regime. The Louisiana court system and the Notary Public's role within that system will be included in the discussion. Hours: 42 Cost : $599 and $140 for the textbook. Click here to learn more and / or to re gister online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course provides the preparation for Louisiana's state notary exam. Class discuss ions will focus on mortgages\, conveyances\, leases\, contracts\, legal de scriptions\, successions\, wills\, trusts\, and community property regime. The Louisiana court system and the Notary Public's role within that syste m will be included in the discussion.

Hours: 42

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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20240108T2214290Z-583899-1726@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240116T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240116T140000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Certified Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt DESCRIPTION:A comprehensive Lean Six Sigma training program specifically de signed for Team Leads\, Supervisors\, Managers\, and Top Leadership\, as w ell as individuals who aspire to reach Green Belt or Black Belt level. Thi s program will empower participants to execute improvements within their s pan of control on a daily basis. Through a combination of theory and pract ical exercises\, attendees will learn to make data-driven decisions\, solv e problems\, and identify and remove wastes. Hours: 20 (2 live on Zoom & 1 8 hours of self-study) Cost: $595 Click here to learn more / register onli ne. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
A comprehen sive Lean Six Sigma training program specifically designed for Team Leads\ , Supervisors\, Managers\, and Top Leadership\, as well as individuals who aspire to reach Green Belt or Black Belt level. This program will empower participants to execute improvements within their span of control on a da ily basis. Through a combination of theory and practical exercises\, atten dees will learn to make data-driven decisions\, solve problems\, and ident ify and remove wastes.

Hour s: 20 (2 live on Zoom &\; 18 hours of self-study)

Cost: $595

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CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20240108T2247150Z-583899-1730@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240117T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240117T140000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt DESCRIPTION:Managers\, Analysts\, Engineers\, Techs and Quality & Continuou s Improvement staff\; &/or others who will go to Black Belt. Learn to lead improvement project teams to get results. They drive improvements in thei r areas of the organization & work on improvements ~20-25% of their time a nd deliver 1 or 2 small improvement projects per year. Hours: 40 (4 hours on Zoom and 36 hours of self-study) Cost: $1\,695 Click here to learn more / register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Managers\, Analysts\, Engineers\, Techs and Quality &\; Continuous Improvement sta ff\; &\;/or others who will go to Black Belt. Learn to lead improvement project teams to get results. They drive improvements in their areas of t he organization &\; work on improvements ~20-25% of their time and deli ver 1 or 2 small improvement projects per year.

Hours: 40 (4 hours on Zoom and 36 hours of self-study )

Cost: $1\,695

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CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20240108T2248530Z-583899-1731@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240514T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240514T170000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Troubleshooting Process Operations DESCRIPTION:Norman Lieberman\, 2018 Hydrocarbon Processing Lifetime Achieve ment Award recipient and Chemical Engineer with over 58 years of experienc e in process plant operations\, will present a three-day seminar covering topics related to troubleshooting process operations. Hours: 24 CEUs: 2.4 Cost: $2750 in person\, $2450 via Zoom Click here to learn more / register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Norman Lieb erman\, 2018 Hydrocarbon Processing Lifetime Achievement Award recipient a nd Chemical Engineer with over 58 years of experience in process plant ope rations\, will present a three-day seminar covering topics related to trou bleshooting process operations.

Hours: 24

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CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20240108T2245270Z-583899-1729@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240329T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240329T113000 SUMMARY:IIEC:Grants Writing 101 DESCRIPTION:Join our exhilarating workshop tailored for faculty and grant w riters eager to embark on the thrilling journey of crafting winning grant proposals. Whether you're a novice seeking a starting point or a seasoned writer honing your skills\, this workshop is your key to unlocking success in grant writing. Hours: 2 CEUs: .2 Cost: $50 Click here to learn more / register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join our ex hilarating workshop tailored for faculty and grant writers eager to embark on the thrilling journey of crafting winning grant proposals. Whether you 're a novice seeking a starting point or a seasoned writer honing your ski lls\, this workshop is your key to unlocking success in grant writing.

Hours: 2

CEUs: .2

Cost: $50

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CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Drew Hall\, McNeese UID:20240108T2243430Z-583899-1728@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240311T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240311T140000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Arc Flash NFPA 70E Review & 2024 Update DESCRIPTION:This course caters to Professional Engineers\, Non-Licensed Eng ineers\, Technicians\, Facilities Managers\, and other professionals who a re interested in enhancing their understanding of arc flash risk in their operations or those of their clients. This course is intended to serve as an introduction\, review and update on 2024 NFPA 70E based Arc Flash Stand ards and Requirements. This is a live webinar over 2 days. Hours: 8 PDHs: 8 Cost: $395 Click here to learn more or register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course caters to Professional Engineers\, Non-Licensed Engineers\, Technicians\, Facilities Managers\, and other professionals who are interested in \ ;enhancing their understanding of arc flash risk in their operations or th ose of their clients. This course is intended to serve as an introduction\ , review and update on 2024 NFPA 70E based Arc Flash Standards and Require ments.

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Hour s: 8

PDHs: 8

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CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20240108T2216150Z-583899-1727@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220215 SUMMARY:IIEC: Functional Safety Overview DESCRIPTION:This online course is presented by exida. The training will pro vide an introduction to the IEC 61511 functional safety standard. The func tional safety lifecycle will be discussed from a “big picture” perspective \, with subsequently additional detail in the main phases of the lifecycle \, Analysis\, Realization\, and Operation. The training will conclude with functional safety requirements and basic reliability concepts. Training c ost: $995 Hours: 16 CEUs: 1.6 Register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This online course is presented by exida. T he training will provide an introduction to the IEC 61511 functional safet y standard. The functional safety lifecycle will be discussed from a &ldqu o\;big picture&rdquo\; perspective\, with subsequently additional detail i n the main phases of the lifecycle\, Analysis\, Realization\, and Operatio n. The training will conclude with functional safety requirements and basi c reliability concepts.

Training cost: $995

Hours: 16

CEUs: 1.6

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CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20220110T1917230Z-583899-1236@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220503T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220504T000000 SUMMARY:West Cal Chamber of Commerce Job Fair DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Career Fairs & Trade Shows LOCATION:Managan Recreation Center UID:20220426T1920410Z-583899-1372@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220203T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220203T210000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Notary Exam Prep Course DESCRIPTION:This course provides the preparation for Louisiana's state nota ry exam and is 14 weeks long followed by a refresher session (the best dat e for which will be determined by the instructor and students). This Nota ry Exam Prep course will cover a lot of material in a short amount of time . Class discussions will focus on mortgages\, conveyances\, leases\, contr acts\, legal descriptions\, successions\, wills\, trusts\, and community p roperty regime. The Louisiana court system and the Notary Public's role wi thin that system will be included in the discussion. Please note that succ essful preparation for the exam will require extensive reading outside of the classroom. In addition\, taking this course will not guarantee that yo u will pass the exam. You will increase your odds of passing the exam by a ttending as many sessions of the prep course as possible. Hours: 42 Hours\ , Every Thursday for 14 Weeks from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Cost: $599 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course provides the preparation for Louisiana's state notary exam and is 14 weeks long followed by a refresher session (the best date for which will be determined by the instructor and students). \;

This Notary Exam Prep course will cover a lot of material in a short amount of time. Class discussions will focus on mo rtgages\, conveyances\, leases\, contracts\, legal descriptions\, successi ons\, wills\, trusts\, and community property regime. The Louisiana court system and the Notary Public's role within that system will be included in the discussion.

Please note that successful preparation for the e xam will require extensive reading outside of the classroom. In addition\, taking this course will not guarantee that you will pass the exam. You wi ll increase your odds of passing the exam by attending as many sessions of the prep course as possible.

Hours: 42 Hours\, Every Thursday for 14 Weeks from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Cost: $599
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20220110T1928390Z-583899-1239@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240117T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240117T150000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Basics of Project Management DESCRIPTION:This course will teach you how to turn goals into results. You' ll learn the basics of projects\, including terminology and project manage ment phases. Learn to plan\, communicate\, coordinate\, execute\, and trac k progress. This course is perfect for anyone seeking the fundamentals of project management and a valuable prerequisite for future PMP certificatio n. Hours: 5 (1 hours via Zoom and 5 hours of self-study) Cost: $225 Click here to learn more / register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course will teach you how to turn goals into results. You'll learn the basics of projects\, including terminology and project management phases. Learn to plan\, communicate\, coordinate\, execute\, and track progress. This cours e is perfect for anyone seeking the fundamentals of project management and a valuable prerequisite for future PMP certification.

Hours: 5 (1 hours via Zoom and 5 hours of self -study)

Cost: $225
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CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20240108T2250330Z-583899-1732@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240227T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240227T193000 SUMMARY:Don't Do It Alone: Achieve Financial Success through Effective Busi ness Planning & Organization DESCRIPTION:MEETING LOCATION Bellard Community Center 2808 Hillcrest Dr. La ke Charles\, LA 70615 The Agenda for Meeting involves discussion of busine ss plan importance and purpose\, components of an effective business plan\ , setting goals and objectives\, SMART criteria for goal setting\, and the benefits of financial statements Don't Do It Alone: Achieve Financial Suc cess through Effective Business Planning & Organization Speaker(s): Dean D . Day Fee: No Cost Register Online X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
MEETING LOCATION Bellard Community Center 2 808 Hillcrest Dr. Lake Charles\, LA 70615

The Agenda for Meeting i nvolves discussion of \;business plan importance and purpose\, compone nts of an effective business plan\, setting goals and objectives\, SMART c riteria for goal setting\, and the benefits of financial statements
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CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Bellard Community Center UID:20240227T1852270Z-583899-1756@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220224 SUMMARY:IIEC: NTT Electrical Safety Class DESCRIPTION:The NFPA 70E® Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace p rovides the prescriptive methods for OSHA compliance for electrical safe w ork. NTT Training provides the interpretation of the standard through hand s-on instructor demonstration and student practice for implementing the st andard. Workplace exercises using real-world scenarios alongside annotated explanations of the NFPA 70E ensures they understand these requirements. Hours: 16 Cost: $1\,595 Register Online X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The NFPA 70E®\; Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace provides the prescriptive methods for OSHA complia nce for electrical safe work. NTT Training provides the interpretation of the standard through hands-on instructor demonstration and student practic e for implementing the standard. Workplace exercises using real-world scen arios alongside annotated explanations of the NFPA 70E ensures they unders tand these requirements.

Hours: 16

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CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Engineering & Tech Labs Building UID:20220110T1930330Z-583899-1240@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220224 SUMMARY:IIEC: NTT Electrical Safety Class DESCRIPTION:The NFPA 70E® Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace p rovides the prescriptive methods for OSHA compliance for electrical safe w ork. NTT Training provides the interpretation of the standard through hand s-on instructor demonstration and student practice for implementing the st andard. Workplace exercises using real-world scenarios alongside annotated explanations of the NFPA 70E ensures they understand these requirements. Hours: 16 Cost: $1\,595 Register Online X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The NFPA 70E®\; Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace provides the prescriptive methods for OSHA complia nce for electrical safe work. NTT Training provides the interpretation of the standard through hands-on instructor demonstration and student practic e for implementing the standard. Workplace exercises using real-world scen arios alongside annotated explanations of the NFPA 70E ensures they unders tand these requirements.

Hours: 16

Cost: $1\,595

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CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Engineering & Tech Labs Building UID:20220110T1930330Z-583899-1241@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220504 SUMMARY:IIEC: Piping & Valves DESCRIPTION:This course will cover designations\, design\, materials\, and specifications of piping per ASME B 31.3\, Process Piping. Intended for en gineers that want to refresh their technical knowledge of piping and valve s. Hours: 8 CEUs: .8 Cost: $550 Register Online X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course will cover designations\, desig n\, materials\, and specifications of piping per ASME B 31.3\, Process Pip ing. Intended for engineers that want to refresh their technical knowledge of piping and valves.

Hours: 8

CEUs: .8

Cost: $55 0

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CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20220110T1935580Z-583899-1245@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220517 SUMMARY:IIEC: Troubleshooting Process Operations DESCRIPTION:Online & In-Person Options Norman Lieberman\, 2018 Hydrocarbon Processing Lifetime Achievement Award recipient and Chemical Engineer with over 55 years of experience in process plant operations\, will present a two-day seminar covering topics related to troubleshooting process operati ons. Hours: 24 CEUs: 2.4 Cost: $2\,499 ($2\,349 if online) Register Online X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Online &\; In-Person Options

Nor man Lieberman\, 2018 Hydrocarbon Processing Lifetime Achievement Award rec ipient and Chemical Engineer with over 55 years of experience in process p lant operations\, will present a two-day seminar covering topics related t o troubleshooting process operations.

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CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20220110T1937390Z-583899-1246@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220309 SUMMARY:IIEC: Control Valves Online DESCRIPTION:Two-day webinar covering the following: Day 1: Valve Types\, Ta sks and Functions of Control Valves\, Basic Set up of a Control Valve\, Fl ow Characteristics\, Cavitation and Flashing\, Aerodynamic noise\, Linear and Diaphragm Actuators\, Introduction to Digital Positioners\; Day 2: Liq uid Sizing\, Cavitation\, Liquid sizing Performance Examples\, Gas Sizing\ , Gaseous Noise\, Gas Sizing Performance Examples\, Class participation / Sizing Examples\, Monitoring valves (IOT). Hours: 14 Cost: 500 Register On line X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Two-day webinar covering the following: Day 1: Valve Types\, Tasks and Functions of Control Valves\, Basic Set up of a Control Valve\, Flow Characteristics\, Cavitation and Flashing\, Aerodyn amic noise\, Linear and Diaphragm Actuators\, Introduction to Digital Posi tioners\; Day 2: Liquid Sizing\, Cavitation\, Liquid sizing Performance Ex amples\, Gas Sizing\, Gaseous Noise\, Gas Sizing Performance Examples\, Cl ass participation / Sizing Examples\, Monitoring valves (IOT).

Hou rs: 14

Cost: 500

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CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20220110T1933210Z-583899-1243@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220308T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220309T000000 SUMMARY:IIEC: PRESSURE VESSELS – Arrangement\, Components\, ASME Codes\, Da ta Sheets DESCRIPTION:This course will cover the arrangement\, ASME Codes\, calculati ons\, data sheets and specifications of industrial pressure vessels. Speci fically\, ASME Code Section VIII Division 1\, Rules for Construction of Pr essure Vessels. Hours: 4 CEUs: .4 Cost: $350 Register Online X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course will cover the arrangement\, AS ME Codes\, calculations\, data sheets and specifications of industrial pre ssure vessels. Specifically\, ASME Code Section VIII Division 1\, Rules fo r Construction of Pressure Vessels.

Hours: 4

CEUs: .4

Cost: $350

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CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:SEED Center UID:20220110T1932020Z-583899-1242@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220406 SUMMARY:IIEC: Steam Turbines DESCRIPTION:Steam turbines are used worldwide in residential\, commercial a nd industrial applications. This course will cover the design\, thermodyna mics\, operation\, specifications and sizing of steam turbines. Specificat ions will include review of API 611 for General Purpose and API 612 for Sp ecial Purpose Steam Turbines with associated Data Sheets. Hours: 8 CEUs: . 8 Cost: $550 Register Online X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Steam turbines are used worldwide in reside ntial\, commercial and industrial applications. This course will cover the design\, thermodynamics\, operation\, specifications and sizing of steam turbines. Specifications will include review of API 611 for General Purpos e and API 612 for Special Purpose Steam Turbines with associated Data Shee ts.

Hours: 8

CEUs: .8

Cost: $550

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CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20220110T1934400Z-583899-1244@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220406T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220406T200000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Rigid & Flexible Pavement Design RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;COUNT=2 DESCRIPTION:This is a basic introduction/refresher course in determining pa vement structural design\, of both flexible and rigid pavement\, using nom ographs and guidance from AASHTO Guide for Design of Pavement Structures ( AASHTO\, 1993). This short course will not contain subsurface investigatio n studies or techniques\; but\, will utilize geotechnical information avai lable to the designer. April 6 & 7 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Hours:4 CEUs: .4 Cost: $250 Click here to learn more/register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

This is a basic introduction/refresher course in determining pavement structural de sign\, of both flexible and rigid pavement\, using nomographs and guidance from AASHTO Guide for Design of Pavement Structures (AASHTO\, 1993). This short course will not contain subsurface investigation studies or techniq ues\; but\, will utilize geotechnical information available to the designe r.

April 6 &\; 7 fr om 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Hours:4

CEUs: .4

~~Cost: $250~~

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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20220317T1355200Z-583899-1327@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220331T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220331T190000 SUMMARY:McNeese Professor Explores Louisiana's Outlaw Past DESCRIPTION:Dr. Keagan LeJeune\, professor and head of the Department of En glish and Foreign Languages at McNeese State University and author of “Leg endary Louisiana Outlaws: The Villains and Heroes of Folk Justice\,” will hold a special author Q&A on March 31 at 6 p.m. at the Lake Charles Countr y Club. The winner of the Brian McConnell Book Award by the International Society for Contemporary Legend Research\, LeJeune’s nonfiction book recou nts legends and stories from the early years of Louisiana\, including thos e of the infamous pirate Jean Laffite and the notorious pair Bonnie and Cl yde\, as well as more obscure bandits such as train-robber Eugene Bunch an d suspected murderer Leather Britches Smith. LeJeune outlines how the Loui siana legends intersect with folk and institutional justice and the legacy of the Civil War\, and how these legends have helped create a local ident ity that persists to this day. Food and drinks will be available immediate ly following the Q&A session. To make a reservation\, call 337-477-5511. Also the author of “Always the Underdog” (2010)\, LeJeune received his Mas ter of Fine Arts degree from McNeese and his doctorate from the University of Louisiana – Lafayette. He has previously served as the president of th e Louisiana Folklore Society and was a finalist for the 2016 Tennessee Wil liams Festival Poetry Prize. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Dr. Keagan LeJeune\, professor and head of the Department of English and Foreign Languages at McNeese State Universit y and author of &ldquo\;Legendary Louisiana Outlaws: The Villains and Hero es of Folk Justice\,&rdquo\; will hold a special author Q&\;A on March 31 at 6 p.m. at the Lake Charles Country Club.

The winner of the B rian McConnell Book Award by the International Society for Contemporary Le gend Research\, LeJeune&rsquo\;s nonfiction book recounts legends and stor ies from the early years of Louisiana\, including those of the infamous pi rate Jean Laffite and the notorious pair Bonnie and Clyde\, as well as mor e obscure bandits such as train-robber Eugene Bunch and suspected murderer Leather Britches Smith. LeJeune outlines how the Louisiana legends inters ect with folk and institutional justice and the legacy of the Civil War\, and how these legends have helped create a local identity that persists to this day.

Food and drinks will be available immediately following the Q&\;A session. To make a reservation\, call 337-477-5511. \;
Also the author of &ldquo\;Always the Underdog&rdquo\; (2010)\, LeJ eune received his Master of Fine Arts degree from McNeese and his doctorat e from the University of Louisiana &ndash\; Lafayette. He has previously s erved as the president of the Louisiana Folklore Society and was a finalis t for the 2016 Tennessee Williams Festival Poetry Prize.

\; CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lake Charles Country Club UID:20220330T1532330Z-583899-1337@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220425 SUMMARY:SOWELA Now Enrolling for HVAC Training! DESCRIPTION:SOWELA Technical Community College’s Office of Workforce Soluti ons is now registering for HVAC training. The class starts Monday\, April 25. During the 18-week program\, students learn residential and commercial heating\, ventilation and air conditioning.     Successful completers e arn 10 hours of OSHA-authorized training on critical workplace safety topi cs\, and clock 695 instructional hours. In addition\, students are prepare d to test for the EPA Universal 608 license and the Ready to Work NATE cer tification.   SOWELA’s HVAC training program prepares individuals to be heating\, air conditioning and refrigeration mechanics and installers\, a four-star job according to the Louisiana Workforce Commission. Star jobs a re based on occupational outlook\, educational requirement and salary.    The cost of the program is $5\,575. Scholarships are available for those who qualify. The HVAC class meets Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For m ore information or to enroll\, visit www.sowela.edu/hvac.    Class is he ld at SOWELA’s Main Campus at 3820 Sen. J. Bennett Johnston Ave.\, Lake Ch arles\, La 70616. Call (337) 421-6560 or email workforce@sowela.edu to enr oll or learn more. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

SOWELA Technical Com munity College&rsquo\;s Office of Workforce Solutions is now registering f or HVAC training. The class starts Monday\, April 25. During the 18-week p rogram\, students learn residential and commercial heating\, ventilation a nd air conditioning. \; \; \; \;

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S uccessful completers earn 10 hours of OSHA-authorized training on critical workplace safety topics\, and clock 695 instructional hours. In addition\ , students are prepared to test for the EPA Universal 608 license and the Ready to Work NATE certification. \; \;

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SO WELA&rsquo\;s HVAC training program prepares individuals to be heating\, a ir conditioning and refrigeration mechanics and installers\, a four-star j ob according to the Louisiana Workforce Commission. Star jobs are based on occupational outlook\, educational requirement and salary. \; \;& nbsp\;

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The cost of the program is $5\,575. Scholar ships are available for those who qualify. The HVAC class meets Monday-Fri day 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For more information or to enroll\, visit \;www.sowela .edu/hvac. \; \; \;

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Class is held at SOWELA&rsquo\;s Main Campus at 3820 Sen. J. Bennett Johnston Ave.\, Lak e Charles\, La 70616. Call (337) 421-6560 or email \;workforce@sowela.edu \;to enr oll or learn more. \;
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:SOWELA Community Technical College UID:20220330T1529110Z-583899-1336@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240228T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240228T130000 SUMMARY:Get Your Local Business on Google Search and Maps DESCRIPTION: Jennings City Hall Topic: Marketing and Sales Todays agenda wi ll introduce getting your local business on Google Search and Maps and wil l include the following topics: What is a Google Profile\, How to Create a Business Profile\, How to Manage Business Information\, and Google Resour ces to assist you. Speaker(s): Dean Day\, Business Consultant Fee: No Cost Register Online X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
\;Jennings City Ha ll

Topic: Marketing and Sales

Todays agenda will introduce getting your local business on Google Search and Maps and will include the following topics: What is a Go ogle Profile\, How to Create a Business Profile\, How to Manage Business I nformation\, and Google Resources to assist you.

Speaker(s): Dean Day\, Business Consultant

Fee: No Cost

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CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Jennings City Hall UID:20240227T1854170Z-583899-1757@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230516T220000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230516T230000 SUMMARY:PrideStaff Lake Charles Purpleroom: Rick Hacker on Talent Retention DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20230427T1909470Z-583899-1618@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231107T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231107T210000 SUMMARY:SOWELA: OSHA & NCCR Training DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:SOWELA Community Technical College UID:20231019T1601500Z-583899-1690@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230711T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230711T130000 SUMMARY:West Cal Chamber of Commerce Monthly Business Luncheon DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesday\, July 11\, 2023Time: 12pm -1pmDoors Open @11:30a m** Location:**West Cal Events Center Did you know you can showcase your b usiness at one of our monthly luncheons by purchasing a show case table?Me ssage lena@westcal.org to learn more. Email for Details X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Date: \;Tuesday\, July 11\, 2023Time: \;12pm -1pmDoors Open @11:30am** Location:**West Cal Events Center
< td>Did you know you can showcase your business at one of our monthly luncheons by purchasing a show case table?Message \;lena@westcal. org \;to learn more.

CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20230220T2239220Z-583899-1567@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220526T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220526T170000 SUMMARY:Summertime Drive for Sulphur Senior Center DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Health & Hospitals LOCATION:First Federal Bank of Louisiana Sulphur & Carlyss UID:20220518T1421160Z-583899-1385@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220112T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220112T150000 SUMMARY:Starting & Financing A Successful Business DESCRIPTION:This seminar will provide entrepreneurs with a comprehensive ov erview of the steps to be taken to start a business\, the essentials of bu siness planning\, and how to determine funding needs for the start-up. Sem inar covers: • Items you want to know before starting a business • Prepari ng for business success • How to start your business • Financing options • Resources for your business Register Online X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This seminar will provide entrepreneurs w ith a comprehensive overview of the steps to be taken to start a business\ , the essentials of business planning\, and how to determine funding needs for the start-up. Seminar covers:
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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20220110T2052260Z-583899-1253@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230907T184500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230907T200000 SUMMARY:McNeese Leisure Learning: Cajun Dance DESCRIPTION:This course is a 'must' for weddings\, festivals\, fais-do-do's \, dancehalls\, or anywhere a Cajun band is playing and people are dancing . You just gotta join the fun to know how much fun can be had! Don't waste any more time as a wallflower. Sign up today! Learn More and Register X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

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CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:West Cal Events Center UID:20230626T1440140Z-583899-1631@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220131T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220131T120000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families: When Parents & Schools Disagree DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20220120T1418420Z-583899-1258@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220316T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220316T160000 SUMMARY:United Way: Understanding Human Trafficking DESCRIPTION:Human trafficking is a widespread and often-invisible crime tha t takes place both around the world and in our own backyards. It is the ac t of compelling someone into work or commercial sex acts through force\, f raud\, or coercion. Although it is illegal everywhere\, human trafficking happens everywhere\, including in our own community. Whether or not we rec ognize it\, this is an issue we all touch every day through both our profe ssional and personal lives. Fortunately\, as a community\, we are positi oned to drive a powerful\, unified strategy to combat human trafficking to gether. We are proud to invite you to join our upcoming virtual event Unde rstanding Human Trafficking: The Intersections & Complexities. We are co-h osting this hour-long Live Learning Session with the Center to Combat Huma n Trafficking. The event will be co-facilitated by a team of survivor le aders who are experts in the anti-human trafficking movement. The Session will provide an overview of the issue of human trafficking\, as well as in formation on how we can strategically and collectively combat it in our co mmunity. See less X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Human trafficking is a widespread and often-invisible crime th at takes place both around the world and in our own backyards. It is the a ct of compelling someone into work or commercial sex acts through force\, fraud\, or coercion. Although it is illegal everywhere\, human trafficking happens everywhere\, including in our own community. Whether or not we re cognize it\, this is an issue we all touch every day through both our prof essional and personal lives.

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Fortunately\, as a community\, we are positioned to dri ve a powerful\, unified strategy to combat human trafficking together. We are proud to invite you to join our upcoming virtual event Understanding H uman Trafficking: The Intersections &\; Complexities.

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The event will be co-facilitated by a team of survivor leaders who are experts in th e anti-human trafficking movement. The Session will provide an overview of the issue of human trafficking\, as well as information on how we can str ategically and collectively combat it in our community. \;
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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20220120T1425010Z-583899-1260@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220127T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220127T140000 SUMMARY:EarlySteps Family Orientation DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20220120T1420120Z-583899-1259@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230901T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230901T110000 SUMMARY:2nd Chance - LaCAN-FHFSWLA Virtual or In-person Community Input Mee ting DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:General UID:20230817T1615450Z-583899-1683@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230301T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230301T170000 SUMMARY:No Cost Tax Prep Region Wide RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20230415;BYDAY=MO DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:General UID:20230426T1438270Z-583899-1561@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230228T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230228T090000 SUMMARY:Jeff Davis Chamber Legislative Breakfast DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:SOWELA Morgan Smith Campus UID:20230220T2220060Z-583899-1560@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230327T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230327T183000 SUMMARY:SOWELA Jennings Open House DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Career Fairs & Trade Shows LOCATION:SOWELA Jennings UID:20230220T2228230Z-583899-1563@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230320T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230320T120000 SUMMARY:SOWELA Career Fair DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Career Fairs & Trade Shows LOCATION:SOWELA Sycamore Student Center UID:20230220T2227190Z-583899-1562@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230304T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230304T120000 SUMMARY:#ReTreeLC Tree Giveaway DESCRIPTION: The City of Lake Charles\, in partnership with the Northrop Gr umman is hosting a #ReTreeLC Tree Giveaway this Saturday\, March 4\, from 9 a.m. to noon at Hillcrest Park (2808 Hillcrest Dr.). The tree giveaway will be a drive through event. Participants should enter Hillcrest Park of f of Highway 14 via 12th Street. They will make the loop around the park\, approaching the tree giveaway where volunteers will be on hand to load th e free trees. “This event marks the conclusion of Phase II of #ReTreeLC\, ” said Mayor Nic Hunter. “Since launching the initiative in December 2021\ , more than 3\,000 trees have been replanted throughout the City. This has been a vitally important program for helping us restore the City’s natura l tree canopy with resilient\, native trees following the devastating effe cts of Hurricanes Laura and Delta. We are thankful to Northrop Grumman for helping us make this giveaway possible and appreciate all of our communit y partners who have made Phases I and II of #ReTreeLC a resounding success .” Thanks to Northrop Grumman’s partnership 1\,000 trees will be given aw ay\, first come\, first serve. Varieties include one-gallon Water Oak\, Li ve Oak\, Bald Cypress\, American Elm and Green Ash trees. “Northrop Grumm an is pleased to support this program to restore the Lake Charles tree can opy with native trees that will enhance the quality of life for all the ci tizens of Lake Charles\,” added Eric Price\, Northrop Grumman Maintenance and Fabrication Solutions Site Director. For more information on the #ReT reeLC Tree Giveaway\, call (337) 491-1280. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
\;The City of Lake Charles\, in partne rship with the Northrop Grumman is hosting a \;#ReTreeLC Tree Give away \;this Saturday\, March 4\, from 9 a.m. to noon at Hillcrest Park (2808 Hillcrest Dr.). \;

The tree giveaway will be a dri ve through event. Participants should enter Hillcrest Park off of Highway 14 via 12th \;Street. They will make the loop around the park\, approa ching the tree giveaway where volunteers will be on hand to load the free trees. \;

&ldquo\;This event marks the conclusion of Phase II of \;#ReTreeLC\,&rdquo\; \;said Mayor Nic Hunter. &ldquo\ ;Since launching the initiative in December 2021\, more than 3\,000 trees have been replanted throughout the City. This has been a vitally important program for helping us restore the City&rsquo\;s natural tree canopy with resilient\, native trees following the devastating effects of Hurricanes Laura and Delta. We are thankful to Northrop Grumman for helping us make t his giveaway possible and appreciate all of our community partners who hav e made Phases I and II of \;#ReTreeLC \;a resounding succ ess.&rdquo\; \;

Thanks to Northrop Grumman&rsquo\;s partnershi p 1\,000 trees will be given away\, first come\, first serve. Varieties in clude one-gallon Water Oak\, Live Oak\, Bald Cypress\, American Elm and Gr een Ash trees. \;

&ldquo\;Northrop Grumman is pleased to suppo rt this program to restore the Lake Charles tree canopy with native trees that will enhance the quality of life for all the citizens of Lake Charles \,&rdquo\; added Eric Price\, Northrop Grumman Maintenance and Fabrication Solutions Site Director. \;

For more information on the \ ;#ReTreeLC Tree Giveaway\, \;call (337) 491-1280.

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CATEGORIES:Outdoors LOCATION:Hillcrest Park UID:20230228T2000260Z-583899-1592@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220202T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220202T190000 SUMMARY:McNeese STEM Academy After-School for grades 3-5 DESCRIPTION:McNeese STEM Academy is pleased to let all 3-5 graders know tha t there will be an After-School STEM Academy course beginning Wednesday\, February 9\, 2022 from 5:30 – 7 p.m. This course will be held on consecuti ve Wednesdays for 10 weeks. We will be closed for Mardi Gras Holidays on M arch 1 & 2. Our new instructor\, Lauren Mitchell\, is working on which pr ojects will be offered and will be posted soon. To sign up for this course \, please visit our site at https://reg.learningstream.com/reg/event_page. aspx?ek=0089-0004-f3035867026c42a28c6a332919094da1 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese STEM Academy is pleased to let all 3-5 graders know that there will be an After-School STEM Academy course be ginning Wednesday\, February 9\, 2022 from 5:30 &ndash\; 7 p.m. This cours e will be held on consecutive Wednesdays for 10 weeks. We will be closed f or Mardi Gras Holidays on March 1 &\; 2. \;Our new instructor\, La uren Mitchell\, is working on which projects will be offered and will be p osted soon.

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CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20220110T2043140Z-583899-1247@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230302T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230302T193000 SUMMARY:McNeese Leisure Learning\; Paste Paper DESCRIPTION:Learn to make your own paste papers! The process of making past e papers is one of the oldest forms of creating decorative paper. Tinted w heat paste is applied to paper and drawn into with various tools to create patterns. These papers are great for all kinds of paper craft\, from book binding to scrapbooking! Learn More and Register X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Learn to make your own paste papers! The process of making paste papers is one of the oldest forms of creating decorative paper. Tint ed wheat paste is applied to paper and drawn into with various tools to cr eate patterns. These papers are great for all kinds of paper craft\, from bookbinding to scrapbooking!

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CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20230220T2233160Z-583899-1564@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240321T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240321T160000 SUMMARY:IIEC: DOT Hazardous Material Transportation DESCRIPTION:This accelerated one-day DOT is designed to serve as both an in itial and refresher course meeting the 49 CFR 172.704 training requirement s. Topics include hazardous substance determination\, proper shipping name s\, placarding\, marking\, labeling\, shipping papers\, and more. Hours: 8 CEUs: .8 Cost: $540 Including breakfast and lunch Click here to learn mor e/register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This accele rated one-day DOT is designed to serve as both an initial and refresher co urse meeting the 49 CFR 172.704 training requirements. Topics include haza rdous substance determination\, proper shipping names\, placarding\, marki ng\, labeling\, shipping papers\, and more.

Hours: 8

C EUs: .8

Cost: $540 Includin g breakfast and lunch

Click here to learn more/regist er online. \;
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Engineering & Tech Labs Building\, Room 112 UID:20240305T1853170Z-583899-1759@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240322T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240323T040000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Resource Conservation & Recovery Act (RCRA) DESCRIPTION:This accelerated one-day RCRA is designed to serve as both an i nitial and refresher course to assist in meeting the 40 CFR 262.34(a) and 40 CFR 265.16 training requirements. Topics include waste characterization \, treatment standards\, generator responsibilities\, emergencies\, and wa ste shipments. Hours: 8 CEUs: .8 Cost: $590 (includes breakfast & lunch) L EARN MORE X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

This accelerated one-d ay RCRA is designed to serve as both an initial and refresher course to as sist in meeting the 40 CFR 262.34(a) and 40 CFR 265.16 training requiremen ts. Topics include waste characterization\, treatment standards\, generato r responsibilities\, emergencies\, and waste shipments.

Hours: 8
CEUs: .8

Cost: $590 (includes breakfast &\; lunch)

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CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Engineering & Tech Labs Building\, Room 111 UID:20240305T1854450Z-583899-1760@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220122T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220122T203000 SUMMARY:Grammy Award Winning Gospel Artist CeCe Winans To Perform At Lutche r Theater DESCRIPTION:The best-selling and most-awarded female gospel artist of all t ime\, CeCe Winans will perform at Lutcher Theater on Saturday\, January 22 \, 2022\, at 7:30 PM. Tickets start at $35 and are available online at lut cher.org. Discounts are available for groups of 10 or more\, students\, an d active military. Call the Lutcher Theater Box Office at 409.886.5535 for more information or to purchase tickets. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The best- selling and most-awarded female gospel artist of all time\, \;CeCe Win ans \;will perform at Lutcher Theater on Saturday\, January 22\, 2022\ , at 7:30 PM. Tickets start at $35 and are available online at \;lutcher.org. \;Disco unts are available for groups of 10 or more\, students\, and active milita ry. \;Call the Lutcher Theater Box Office at 409.886.5535 for more inf ormation or to purchase tickets.

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CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lutcher Theater UID:20220110T2050400Z-583899-1252@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230707 SUMMARY:IIEC: Resource Conservation & Recovery Act (RCRA) DESCRIPTION:This accelerated one-day RCRA is designed to serve as both an i nitial and refresher course to assist in meeting the 40 CFR 262.34(a) and 40 CFR 265.16 training requirements. Topics include waste characterization \, treatment standards\, generator responsibilities\, emergencies\, and wa ste shipments. Click here to register Cost: $590.00 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This accelerated one-day RCRA is desi gned to serve as both an initial and refresher course to assist in meeting the 40 CFR 262.34(a) and 40 CFR 265.16 training requirements. Topics incl ude waste characterization\, treatment standards\, generator responsibilit ies\, emergencies\, and waste shipments.

Click here to register

Cost: $590.00
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:SEED Center UID:20230626T1532580Z-583899-1632@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230627T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230627T150000 SUMMARY:FHF: All Hazards Preparedness Webinar DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20230626T1540480Z-583899-1635@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230717 SUMMARY:IIED: DOT Hazardous Material Transportation DESCRIPTION:This accelerated one-day DOT is designed to serve as both an in itial and refresher course meeting the 49 CFR 172.704 training requirement s. Topics include hazardous substance determination\, proper shipping name s\, placarding\, marking\, labeling\, shipping papers and more Click here to register. Cost: $540 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This accelerated one-day DOT is desig ned to serve as both an initial and refresher course meeting the 49 CFR 17 2.704 training requirements. Topics include hazardous substance determinat ion\, proper shipping names\, placarding\, marking\, labeling\, shipping p apers and more

Click here to register.

Cost: $540
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20230626T1534080Z-583899-1633@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230627T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230627T130000 SUMMARY:FHF: Inclusion & The Law DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20230626T1539450Z-583899-1634@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220208T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220208T190000 SUMMARY:Lego Robotics DESCRIPTION:STEM Academy is also offering a Lego EV3 Robotics course for gr ades 5-8 on Tuesdays beginning February 8\, 2022 from 5:30 – 7 p.m. We wil l be closed for Mardi Gras Holidays on March 1 & 2. Cost: 250 To sign up for this course\, please visit our site at https://reg.learningstream.com /reg/event_page.aspx?ek=0089-0004-c181d596efa54fb484ccb82e0eefe74f If you have any questions\, please do not hesitate to contact me at 337-562-4137 or email ladonna@mcneese.edu . X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
STEM Academy is also offering a Lego EV3 Ro botics course for grades 5-8 on Tuesdays beginning February 8\, 2022 from 5:30 &ndash\; 7 p.m. We will be closed for Mardi Gras Holidays on March 1 &\; 2. \;

Cost: 250

To sign up for this course\, p lease visit our site at

https://reg.learningstream.com/reg/event_page.asp x?ek=0089-0004-c181d596efa54fb484ccb82e0eefe74f
If you have any questions\, please do not hesitate to contact me at 337-562-4137 or email \;ladonna@mcneese.edu \;.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20220110T2044500Z-583899-1248@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220115T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220115T110000 SUMMARY:Arts & Humanities Council Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:Area residents are encouraged to attend the Annual Meeting of t he Arts & Humanities Council on Saturday\, January 15 at 10:00 a.m. The Ar ts & Humanities Council of Southwest Louisiana will elect and announce the ir Board of Directors Members and Officers for the 2022 calendar year at t his meeting. This annual meeting is also a chance for residents to express their comments and ideas for the Council’s upcoming year. The meeting wil l be held in the Annex at the Imperial Calcasieu Museum at 204 W. Sallier Street\, Lake Charles\, LA 70601. Masks and social distancing are required to enter the meeting. Questions and to RSVP\, call the Arts & Humanities Council’s office at 337.439.2787. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Area residents are encouraged to attend the Annual Meeting of the Arts &\; Humanities Council on Saturday\, Januar y 15 at 10:00 a.m. The Arts &\; Humanities Council of Southwest Louisia na will elect and announce their Board of Directors Members and Officers f or the 2022 calendar year at this meeting. This annual meeting is also a c hance for residents to express their comments and ideas for the Council&rs quo\;s upcoming year. The meeting will be held in the Annex at the Imperia l Calcasieu Museum at 204 W. Sallier Street\, Lake Charles\, LA 70601.&nbs p\;Masks and social distancing are required to enter the meeting. \;
Questions and to RSVP\, call the Arts &\; Humanities Council&rsq uo\;s office at 337.439.2787.
CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:Imperial Calcasieu Museum UID:20220110T2045440Z-583899-1249@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230317T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230317T210000 SUMMARY:Live at the Lakefront RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20230401;BYDAY=FR DESCRIPTION:Live @ the Lakefront returns for three consecutive Fridays in M arch on the 17th\, 24th\, and 31st! Come out and enjoy amazing music\, a l ocal artist market\, wonderful food truck options\, and more! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Live @ the Lakefront returns for three consecutive Fridays in March on the 17th\ , 24th\, and 31st! Come out and enjoy amazing music\, a local artist marke t\, wonderful food truck options\, and more!

CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20230220T2237110Z-583899-1566@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230328T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230328T193000 SUMMARY:McNeese Leisure Learning: Pocket Journal Workshop DESCRIPTION:Learn to make your own pocket-sized blank journal with Rosemary Jesionowski. Perfect for on-the-go notes\, gifts\, or to keep on your nig htstand! Learn More & Register X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Learn to make your own pocket-sized blank journal with Rose mary Jesionowski. Perfect for on-the-go notes\, gifts\, or to keep on your nightstand!

Learn More &\; Register

CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20230220T2234560Z-583899-1565@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230527 SUMMARY:West Cal: Chamber Fest DESCRIPTION:Click here for sponsorship information. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Click here for sponsorship information.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Pinederosa Park in Westlake UID:20230220T2243100Z-583899-1569@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230301T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230301T160000 SUMMARY:IIEC: DOT Hazardous Material Transportation DESCRIPTION:This accelerated one-day DOT is designed to serve as both an in itial and refresher course meeting the 49 CFR 172.704 training requirement s. Topics include hazardous substance determination\, proper shipping name s\, placarding\, marking\, labeling\, shipping papers and more. Learn More X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

This accelerated one -day DOT is designed to serve as both an initial and refresher course meet ing the 49 CFR 172.704 training requirements. Topics include hazardous sub stance determination\, proper shipping names\, placarding\, marking\, labe ling\, shipping papers and more.

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This course is a 'must' for weddings\, festivals\, fais-do-do's\, dancehalls\, or anywhere a Cajun ba nd is playing and people are dancing. You just gotta join the fun to know how much fun can be had!
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CATEGORIES:Self Improvement UID:20230901T1429050Z-583899-1685@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240411T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240411T160000 SUMMARY:IIEC: DOT Hazardous Material Transportation DESCRIPTION:This accelerated one-day DOT is designed to serve as both an in itial and refresher course meeting the 49 CFR 172.704 training requirement s. Topics include hazardous substance determination\, proper shipping name s\, placarding\, marking\, labeling\, shipping papers and more. Hours: 8 C EUs: .8 Cost: $540 (Includes breakfast & lunch) LEARN MORE X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

This accelerated one-day DOT is designed to serve as both an ini tial and refresher course meeting the 49 CFR 172.704 training requirements . Topics include hazardous substance determination\, proper shipping names \, placarding\, marking\, labeling\, shipping papers and more.

Hours: 8

CEUs: .8

Cost: $540 (Includes breakfast &\; lunch) \;

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CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Engineering & Tech Labs Building\, Room 112 UID:20240305T1856590Z-583899-1761@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220331T050000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220331T063000 SUMMARY:BBBS: Board Engagement Mixer DESCRIPTION:Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Louisiana is hosting a Bo ard Engagement Mixer on March 31\, 2022\, at Pujo Street Café from 5:00pm- 6:30pm. Complimentary beverages and small bites will be served. The goal is to engage potential board members with a focus on DEI in all areas of socio-demographics and business/Industry talent and skill set. Anyone who may have an interest in serving on our Volunteer Board of Directors or wo uld like to find out more information is invited to attend. We also welco me past Big Mentors or past Littles who wish to join. Attendance does not confirm a board seat\, just a time to chat with me and our Board of Direc tors\, ask question\, enjoy a great evening networking with good bites and drink\, and get to know who we are and what we do. Those who are interes ted in a board seat will fill out an application post-event for my Board e ngagement committee to review. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Louis iana is hosting a Board Engagement Mixer on March 31\, 2022\, at Pujo Stre et Café\; from 5:00pm-6:30pm. \;

Complimentary beverages and small bites will be served. \; The goal is to engage potential bo ard members with a focus on DEI in all areas of socio-demographics and bus iness/Industry talent and skill set. \; Anyone who may have an interes t in serving on our Volunteer Board of Directors or would like to find out more information is invited to attend. \; We also welcome past Big Me ntors or past Littles who wish to join. \;

Attendance does not confirm a board seat\, just a time to chat with me and our Board of Direc tors\, ask question\, enjoy a great evening networking with good bites and drink\, and get to know who we are and what we do. \;Those who are i nterested in a board seat will fill out an application post-event for my B oard engagement committee to review.

CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:Pujo Street Cafe UID:20220308T1436470Z-583899-1306@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220410T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220410T160000 SUMMARY:Before I do Bridal Showcase DESCRIPTION:Hosted Weddings with Style Magazine Tickets: Advanced: $15 At the Door: $20 VIP: $25 Brides Only! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Hosted Weddings with Style Magazine \;< /p>
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Advanced: $15

At the Door: $20

VIP: $25 Brides Only!

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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Coushatta Casino Resort UID:20220225T2013050Z-583899-1302@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220216T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220216T160000 SUMMARY:Tackling Tax in 2022 - Hot Topics DESCRIPTION:The beginning of a new calendar year creates an opportunity for the Louisiana business community to begin planning for the future. Each y ear\, companies are faced with an array of new and ever-changing laws that their tax departments need to begin preparing for. Many of these changes will create new and exciting opportunities in 2022\, along with some poten tial pitfalls\, at the state and federal levels. Practitioners from Ryan\, the largest state and local tax firm in the U.S. with offices in Baton Ro uge and New Orleans\, will present strategies on how to navigate the 2022 tax landscape and generate future opportunities for your company. Topics f or this session include: • Employee Retention Tax Credit • Louisiana Corpo rate Franchise and Income Tax Law Changes • Sales and Use Tax (Centralizat ion and Deemed Denied) This session will be conducted in person at the Gre ater New Orleans\, Inc. office from 3:00–4:00 p.m.\, with a networking soc ial immediately following through 5:00 p.m. There will be a virtual option for the training session as well. Attendees will receive 1 CPE credit. Cl ick here to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

The beginning of a new calen dar year creates an opportunity for the Louisiana business community to be gin planning for the future. Each year\, companies are faced with an array of new and ever-changing laws that their tax departments need to begin pr eparing for. Many of these changes will create new and exciting opportunit ies in 2022\, along with some potential pitfalls\, at the state and federa l levels.

Practitioners from Ryan\, the largest state and local tax firm in the U.S. with offices in Baton Rouge and New Orleans\, will present strategies on how to navigat e the 2022 tax landscape and generate future opportunities for your compan y.

Topics for this sessi on include:

&bull\; Empl oyee Retention Tax Credit
&bul l\; Louisiana Corporate Franchise and Income Tax Law Changes
< span style='font-size: 12pt\;'>&bull\; Sales and Use Tax (Centralization a nd Deemed Denied)

This s ession will be conducted in person at the Greater New Orleans\, Inc. offic e from 3:00&ndash\;4:00 p.m.\, with a networking social immediately follow ing through 5:00 p.m. There will be a virtual option for the training sess ion as well. Attendees will receive 1 CPE credit.

Click here to register.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20220209T1617010Z-583899-1287@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240412T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240412T160000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Resource Conservation & Recovery Act (RCRA) DESCRIPTION:This accelerated one-day RCRA is designed to serve as both an i nitial and refresher course to assist in meeting the 40 CFR 262.34(a) and 40 CFR 265.16 training requirements. Topics include waste characterization \, treatment standards\, generator responsibilities\, emergencies\, and wa ste shipments. Hours: 8 CEUs: .8 Cost: $590 (includes breakfast and lunch LEARN MORE X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

This accelerated one-day RCRA is designed to serve as both an in itial and refresher course to assist in meeting the 40 CFR 262.34(a) and 4 0 CFR 265.16 training requirements. Topics include waste characterization\ , treatment standards\, generator responsibilities\, emergencies\, and was te shipments.

Hours: 8

CEUs: .8

Cost: $590 (includes breakfast and lunch

LEARN MORE

CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Engineering & Tech Labs Building\, Room 111 UID:20240305T1900480Z-583899-1762@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230722T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230722T120000 SUMMARY:City of Lake Charles: Art In the Park DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles is announcing a full slate of Partners in Parks events for the third quarter of 2023. Unless otherwise noted\, a ll events are family-friendly\, free and open to the public. Art in the P ark\, hosted in partnership with Imperial Calcasieu Museum\, will return o n Saturday\, July 22\, with a free event from 10 a.m. – noon at Drew Park. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles is announcing a fu ll slate of Partners in Parks events for the third quarter of 2023. Unless otherwise noted\, all events are family-friendly\, free and open to the p ublic. \;

Art in the Park\, \;hosted in partnersh ip with Imperial Calcasieu Museum\, will return on Saturday\, July 22\, wi th a free event from 10 a.m. &ndash\; noon at Drew Park.
CATEGORIES:For the Family LOCATION:Drew Park UID:20230705T1829530Z-583899-1639@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230726T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230726T120000 SUMMARY:Healthy Blue and Families Helping Families of SWLA: School Supply D rive-Thru DESCRIPTION:Healthy Blue and Families Helping Families of SWLA are hosting a School Supply Drive-Thru for children receiving Special Education servi ces and their siblings. Supplies are limited and will be given on a first- come first served basis! Wednesday\, July 26\, 2023 10 AM -12 PM Come by a nd see us at the new Families Helping Families of Southwest Louisiana offi ce! 324 West Hale Street\, Lake Charles\, LA 70601 337-436-2570 or 1-800- 894-6558 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

~~Healthy Blue \;and \;Families Helping Families of SWLA a~~re hosting a School Supply \; Drive-Thru for children receiving Sp ecial Education services and their siblings.

Supplies are limited and will be given on a first-come first served basis!

Wednesday\, July 26\, 2023

10 AM -12 PM

Come by and see u s at the new \;Families Helping Families of Southwest Louisiana< /span> \;office! \;

324 West Hale Stree t\, \;Lake Charles\, LA 70601

337-436-2570 or 1-8 00-894-6558
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Families Helping Families UID:20230705T1825350Z-583899-1637@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230715T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230715T120000 SUMMARY:City of Lake Charles: Arcs & Sparks DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles is announcing a full slate of Partners in Parks events for the third quarter of 2023. Unless otherwise noted\, a ll events are family-friendly\, free and open to the public. On Saturday\, July 15\, Entergy will present Arcs and Sparks. Families are invited to s ee educational demonstrations and learn more about electrical safety. This event will take place at Hillcrest Park from 10 a.m. to noon. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles is announcing a fu ll slate of Partners in Parks events for the third quarter of 2023. Unless otherwise noted\, all events are family-friendly\, free and open to the p ublic.

On Saturday\, July 15\, Entergy will present \;Arcs and Sparks. \;Families are invited to see educational demonstrat ions and learn more about electrical safety. This event will take place at Hillcrest Park from 10 a.m. to noon.
CATEGORIES:For the Family LOCATION:Hillcrest Park UID:20230705T1828380Z-583899-1638@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230819T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230819T120000 SUMMARY:City of Lake Charles: Sasol Nature in Focus Insect Encounter DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html: CATEGORIES:For the Family LOCATION:Tuten Park UID:20230705T1832450Z-583899-1641@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230901 SUMMARY:City of Lake Charles: Skatember DESCRIPTION:Fridays in September 9/1 - 70's 9/8 - 80's 9/29 - 90's X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Fridays in September

9/1 - 70's

9/8 - 80's \;

9/29 - 90's
CATEGORIES:For the Family LOCATION:Civic Center Coliseum UID:20230705T1836290Z-583899-1645@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230826T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230826T120000 SUMMARY:City of Lake Chalres: Art in the Park DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html: CATEGORIES:For the Family LOCATION:Grace Medora Park UID:20230705T1833340Z-583899-1642@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230812T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230812T120000 SUMMARY:City of Lake Charles: LCFD Jr. Firefighter/State Farm Family Safety Day DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles is announcing a full slate of Partners in Parks events for the third quarter of 2023. Unless otherwise noted\, a ll events are family-friendly\, free and open to the public. August will feature a special Lake Charles Fire Department Junior Firefighter/State Fa rm Family Safety Day at Hillcrest Park\, a Sasol Nature in Focus Insect En counter at Tuten Park X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles is announcing a fu ll slate of Partners in Parks events for the third quarter of 2023. Unless otherwise noted\, all events are family-friendly\, free and open to the p ublic. \;

August will feature a special \;Lake Charles Fire Department Junior Firefighter/State Farm Family Safety Day \;at Hillcrest Park\, a \;Sasol Nature in Focus Insect Encounter&n bsp\;at Tuten Park \;
CATEGORIES:For the Family LOCATION:Hillcrest Park UID:20230705T1831490Z-583899-1640@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230908 SUMMARY:City of Lake Charles: Skatember DESCRIPTION:Fridays in September 9/1 - 70's 9/8 - 80's 9/29 - 90's X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Fridays in September

9/1 - 70's

9/8 - 80's \;

9/29 - 90's
CATEGORIES:For the Family LOCATION:Civic Center Coliseum UID:20230705T1836510Z-583899-1646@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230923T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230923T120000 SUMMARY:City of Lake Charles: Art In the Park DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html: CATEGORIES:For the Family LOCATION:Hillcrest Park UID:20230705T1834080Z-583899-1643@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220920T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220920T140000 SUMMARY:Medicare for People with Disabilities DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Health & Hospitals LOCATION:Online UID:20220902T1341550Z-583899-1457@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220416T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220416T110000 SUMMARY:Toto at the Golden Nugget DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Golden Nugget UID:20220201T1649190Z-583899-1273@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220409T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220409T220000 SUMMARY:3 Doors Down at the Golden Nugget DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Golden Nugget UID:20220201T1648430Z-583899-1272@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230829T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230829T173000 SUMMARY:Creating Your Special Education Toolkit In-Person Workshop DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Families Helping Families UID:20230808T1829590Z-583899-1676@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230815T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230815T130000 SUMMARY:Anti-Discrimination Laws & Students with Disabilities Webinar DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20230808T1834120Z-583899-1677@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220607T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220607T160000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Lean Yellow Belt and 5S classes in June DESCRIPTION:Team Leads\, Supervisors\, Managers & Top Leadership\, plus oth ers who will go on to Green Belt or Black Belt level. Understand why impro vement project teams do what they do & info presented by teams. Helps with the improvement project selection & prioritization process. Can execute i mprovements in their span of control on a daily basis. Learns to make data -driven decisions\, solve problems\, & identify and remove wastes. Click h ere to learn more. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Team Leads\, Supervisors\, Managers &\; Top Leadership\, plus others who will go on to Green Belt or Black Belt le vel. Understand why improvement project teams do what they do &\; info presented by teams. Helps with the improvement project selection &\; pr ioritization process. Can execute improvements in their span of control on a daily basis. Learns to make data-driven decisions\, solve problems\, &a mp\; identify and remove wastes.

Click here to learn more. \;
CATEGORIES:Education UID:20220524T1836390Z-583899-1386@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220615T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220615T160000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Lean & 5S Overview DESCRIPTION:In this class you will learn the basics of lean and a new way t o see your processes. You'll learn about types of wastes & common tools to overcome them\, including how to implement 5S with a step-by-step handboo k. Click here to learn more. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

In thi s class you will learn the basics of lean and a new way to see your proces ses. You'll learn about types of wastes &\; common tools to overcome th em\, including how to implement 5S with a step-by-step handbook.

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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20220524T1838360Z-583899-1387@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220614T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220614T190000 SUMMARY:Community Open House Planned for Tuten Park DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles and Sasol are teaming up to host a Tut en Park Community Open House (3801 Nelson Rd.) tomorrow\, Tuesday\, June 1 4\, 2022\, from 5-7 p.m. Tuten Park was heavily damaged by the 2020 hurri canes and this event\, part of the #ReTreeLC Initiative\, will provide com munity members the opportunity to explore plans for the park’s redesign. Representatives from the City of Lake Charles\, Sasol and landscape archit ecture and planning firm Dana Brown & Associates will be on hand throughou t this “come and go” style event. For the latest updates on the City of L ake Charles\, visit www.cityoflakecharles.com and follow www.facebook.com/ LakeCharlesLouisiana. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles and Sasol are team ing up to host a Tuten Park Community Open House (3801 Nelson Rd.) tomorro w\, Tuesday\, June 14\, 2022\, from 5-7 p.m. \;

Tuten Park was heavily damaged by the 2020 hurricanes and this event\, part of the #ReTr eeLC Initiative\, will provide community members the opportunity to explor e plans for the park&rsquo\;s redesign. \;

Representatives fro m the City of Lake Charles\, Sasol and landscape architecture and planning firm Dana Brown &\; Associates will be on hand throughout this &ldquo\ ;come and go&rdquo\; style event. \;

For the latest updates on the City of Lake Charles\, visit \;www.cityoflakecharles.com \;and follo w \;www.facebook.com/LakeCharlesLouisiana.
CATEGORIES:Outdoors LOCATION:Tuten Park UID:20220613T2000010Z-583899-1406@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230824T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230824T183000 SUMMARY:First of Seven LC REBOUND Community Meetings DESCRIPTION:During the LC REBOUND news conference held on Tuesday\, July 18 \, 2023\, the City announced its intention to host a series of community m eetings planned for each Council district. The series will kick off on Th ursday\, August 24 in District A. Mayor Nic Hunter and District A City Cou ncilman Ronnie Harvey will host a community meeting to share details on th e LC REBOUND Initiative. The meeting will take place from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. at the MLK Center (2009 Simmons St.). LC REBOUND\, a major infrastructur e and quality of life investment to strengthen and secure the City’s futur e\, will appear on the November 18\, 2023\, ballot as two separate ballot propositions. The propositions\, if passed\, will modernize the City’s tax structure\, paving the way for a series of transformational projects. LC REBOUND\, a tax neutral proposal\, asks voters to renew the City’s existin g sales tax rate. LC REBOUND is not a tax increase. For complete details on LC REBOUND\, visit www.cityoflakecharles.com/LCREBOUND. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
During the LC REBOUND news conference held on Tuesday\, July 18\, 2023\, the City announced its intention to host a s eries of community meetings planned for each Council district. \;

The series will kick off on Thursday\, August 24 in District A. Mayor Nic Hunter and District A City Councilman Ronnie Harvey will host a commun ity meeting to share details on the LC REBOUND Initiative. The meeting wil l take place from 5:30 &ndash\; 6:30 p.m. at the MLK Center (2009 Simmons St.). \;

LC REBOUND\, a major infrastructure and quality of li fe investment to strengthen and secure the City&rsquo\;s future\, will app ear on the November 18\, 2023\, ballot as two separate ballot propositions . The propositions\, if passed\, will modernize the City&rsquo\;s tax stru cture\, paving the way for a series of transformational projects. LC REBOU ND\, a tax neutral proposal\, asks voters to renew the City&rsquo\;s exist ing sales tax rate. LC REBOUND is not a tax increase. \;

For c omplete details on LC REBOUND\, visit \;www.cit yoflakecharles.com/LCREBOUND.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:MLK Center UID:20230808T1835150Z-583899-1678@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230328T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230328T010000 SUMMARY:FHF: Waivers Made Easy DESCRIPTION:Waivers Made EasyWebinar 12 PM -- Tuesday\, March 28\, 2023 Joi n us for Waivers Made Simple Webinar\, presented byAmy E. Greer\, Ph.D. OC DD Deputy Assistant Secretary – Services Learn more about the Louisiana OC DD Screening for Urgency of Need (SUN) and Tiered Waiver Process. Find out about the type of service(s) someone with a developmental disability may be able to access. Discover how other service systems can be accessed when someone with a developmental disability also needs services that are outs ide of the OCDD service system. Learn about Tiered Waiver Process and the process to get a waiver. Link to Flyer: https://tinyurl.com/yuch65ctLink t o Register: https://tinyurl.com/WMS-Mar28 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Waivers Mad e EasyWebinar
12 PM -- Tuesday \, March 28\, 2023
Join us for \;Waivers Made Simple \;Webinar\, presented byAmy E. Greer\, Ph.D . OCDD Deputy Assistant Secretary &ndash\; Services \;Learn more about the Louisiana OCDD Screening for Urgency of Need (SUN) and Tiered Waiver Process. \;Find out about the type of service(s) someone with a develo pmental disability may be able to access. \;Discover how other service systems can be accessed when someone with a developmental disability also needs services that are outside of the OCDD service system. Learn about T iered Waiver Process and the process to get a waiver.
Link to Flyer: \;https://tinyurl.c om/yuch65ctLink to Register: \;https://tinyurl.com/WMS -Mar28
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20230206T1705550Z-583899-1558@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220323T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220323T180000 SUMMARY:Louisiana Disaster Recovery Conference DESCRIPTION:Louisiana Disaster Recovery Conference: A Time of Hope and Rene wal - Join us on Wednesday\, March 23 for a full-day of virtual sessions f ocused on building a resilient community in the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and including our other disasters. The free conference will cover a wide r ange of topic areas\, including business\, non-profit\, education\, faith- based\, healthcare\, workforce\, social services\, emergency management\, and more. Our goal is to create a space for open dialogue on disaster reco very rooted in hope\, restoration\, and renewal. You can view the schedule and entire speaker lineup at businessworkforcerecovery.com/conference. WH EN: Wednesday\, March 23\, 2022\, 10 am - 6 pm WHERE: Virtual by Zoom COST : Free Register: https://businessworkforcerecovery.com/conference Registra tion is required. With a range of topics\, participants can tune in for th e full day or pick and choose sessions to attend that most resonate with t hem. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Louisiana Disaster Recovery Conference: A T ime of Hope and Renewal - Join us on Wednesday\, March 23 for a full-day o f virtual sessions focused on building a resilient community in the ongoin g COVID-19 pandemic and including our other disasters.

T he free conference will cover a wide range of topic areas\, including busi ness\, non-profit\, education\, faith-based\, healthcare\, workforce\, soc ial services\, emergency management\, and more. Our goal is to create a sp ace for open dialogue on disaster recovery rooted in hope\, restoration\, and renewal. You can view the schedule and entire speaker lineup at businessworkforcerecovery.com/conference.

WHEN: Wednesday\, March 23\, 2022\, 10 am - 6 pm

WHERE: Virtual by Z oom

COST: Free

Register: https://businessw orkforcerecovery.com/conference

Registration is required. With a range of topics\, participants can tune in for the ful l day or pick and choose sessions to attend that most resonate with them.< a href='https://businessworkforcerecovery.com/la-disaster-recovery-confere nce/'>

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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Online UID:20220309T2101140Z-583899-1305@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231006T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231006T160000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families of Southwest Louisiana 15th Fore for Fam ilies Golf Tournament DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Sports LOCATION:Mallard Golf Club UID:20230808T1900170Z-583899-1680@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230427T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230427T140000 SUMMARY:FHF: Things I Wish I Knew Workshop DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Families Helping Families UID:20230417T1450550Z-583899-1616@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211026T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211026T110000 SUMMARY:Social Security Benefits for People with Disabilities DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20211021T1312350Z-583899-1232@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211028T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211028T110000 SUMMARY:Imcal Developmental Disabilities Services DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20211021T1311260Z-583899-1231@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211021T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211021T090000 SUMMARY:Knowledge is Power: Breast Cancer Awareness DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:General UID:20211021T1306360Z-583899-1229@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220514T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220514T120000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Microsoft Excel - Advanced DESCRIPTION:Hours: 6 Cost: $450 This class takes place over two Saturdays (May 14 and 21) from 9 a.m. to 12 a.m.. Click here to learn more and/or t o reigister. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Hours: 6

Cost: $450

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This class takes place over two Saturdays (May 14 and 21) from 9 a.m. to 12 a.m..

Clic k here to learn more and/or to reigister. \;

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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20220427T1820290Z-583899-1373@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211028T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211028T120000 SUMMARY:Fall GradFest Set at McNeese DESCRIPTION:Fall 2021 GradFest will be held for all McNeese State Universit y graduating students from 1-5 p.m. on Wednesday\, Oct. 27\, and from 8 a. m. to noon on Thursday\, Oct. 28\, in the Rec Complex. The McNeese Alumni Association sponsors this event. Masks will be required inside the buildin g. GradFest is a “one-stop shop” for students to make sure they’re prepare d for graduation. Students can verify the status of their degree applicati on\, pick up their caps and gowns\, order graduation announcements and cla ss rings and have a complimentary graduation portrait taken. Students will need the QR code they received via email in order to register their infor mation and view their photos after the event. Persons needing accommodatio ns as provided by the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the A DA Coordinator at 337-475-5428\, voice\; 337-475-5960\, fax\; 337-562-4227 \, TDD/TTY\, hearing impaired\; or by email at cdo@mcneese.edu. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Fall 2021 GradFest will be held for all McN eese State University graduating students from 1-5 p.m. on Wednesday\, Oct . 27\, and from 8 a.m. to noon on Thursday\, Oct. 28\, in the Rec Complex. The McNeese Alumni Association sponsors this event.

Masks will be required inside the building.

GradFest is a &ldquo\;one-stop shop &rdquo\; for students to make sure they&rsquo\;re prepared for graduation. Students can verify the status of their degree application\, pick up thei r caps and gowns\, order graduation announcements and class rings and have a complimentary graduation portrait taken. Students will need the QR code they received via email in order to register their information and view t heir photos after the event.

Persons needing accommodations as pro vided by the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the ADA Coordi nator at 337-475-5428\, voice\; 337-475-5960\, fax\; 337-562-4227\, TDD/TT Y\, hearing impaired\; or by email at \;cdo@mcneese.edu.

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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20211021T1318140Z-583899-1234@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220327T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220327T150000 SUMMARY:Banners\; Leon Chavis & Zydeco Flames DESCRIPTION:Leon Chavis and Zydeco Flames – Down home talent and zydeco inf luenced in it’s purest form. This talented performer and band are a unique spawn from the heritage and roots of south Louisiana. Experience the blen ded methods of years past and the evolving styles of new artists. Genuine Louisiana music to be enjoyed by all and preserved for future generations. @ 2PM McNeese Quad - Outdoor stage\, 4205 Ryan Street\, Lake Charles LA 7 0605 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Leon Chavis and Zydeco Flames &ndash\; Down home talent and zydeco influenced in it&rsquo\;s pur est form. This talented performer and band are a unique spawn from the her itage and roots of south Louisiana. Experience the blended methods of year s past and the evolving styles of new artists. Genuine Louisiana music to be enjoyed by all and preserved for future generations. @ 2PM McNeese Quad - Outdoor stage\, 4205 Ryan Street\, Lake Charles LA 70605

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CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Quad at McNeese State University UID:20220308T1532470Z-583899-1313@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220318T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220318T200000 SUMMARY:Banners: Storyteller Paul Strickland DESCRIPTION:“An hour with Master Storyteller Paul Strickland is an hour wel l spent and one you should not miss.” – Cincinnati Enquirer. 13-time Fring e Best of Fest Winner Paul Strickland performs this collection of Original Hilarious Tall-Tales from his beloved Ain’t True and his Uncle False. “…t he best tall-tales you can hear without actually having to risk a stabbing in the back of a boxcar.” – Edmonton Vue Weekly. 90 LIES AN HOUR won BEST SOLO COMEDY at the 2019 Orlando Fringe Festival! 90 Lies an Hour…Call him Witty\, Clever\, Funny\, Humorous OR give him the most appropriate title of all…LIAR. Come and enjoy a journey into an alternate reality that only exist in his mind…or is it true???   X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
&ldquo\;An hour with Master Storyteller Pau l Strickland is an hour well spent and one you should not miss.&rdquo\; &n dash\; Cincinnati Enquirer. 13-time Fringe Best of Fest Winner Paul Strick land performs this collection of Original Hilarious Tall-Tales from his be loved Ain&rsquo\;t True and his Uncle False. &ldquo\;&hellip\;the best tal l-tales you can hear without actually having to risk a stabbing in the bac k of a boxcar.&rdquo\; &ndash\; Edmonton Vue Weekly. 90 LIES AN HOUR won B EST SOLO COMEDY at the 2019 Orlando Fringe Festival! 90 Lies an Hour&helli p\;Call him Witty\, Clever\, Funny\, Humorous OR give him the most appropr iate title of all&hellip\;LIAR. Come and enjoy a journey into an alternate reality that only exist in his mind&hellip\;or is it true??? \; \ ;
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Tritico Theatre UID:20220308T1520570Z-583899-1308@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220323T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220323T200000 SUMMARY:Banners: Brian Fox DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the life of Abraham Lincoln through the stories of th ose who knew him best! This lively\, interactive performance features his childhood friend Austin Gollaher\, his law partner Billy Herndon\, and the poet Walt Whitman. Austin Gollaher will tell the stories of Lincoln’s ear ly life. Billy will share a side of Lincoln few have studied\, his legal c areer and how it helped Lincoln in his rise to power. Walt Whitman’s best friend was in Ford’s Theater the night of assassination and many scholars believe Whitman’s story is the best eye witness account of that fateful ni ght and what it means for America. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Celebrate the life of Abraham Lincoln throu gh the stories of those who \;knew him best! This lively\, interactive performance features his \;childhood friend Austin Gollaher\, his law partner Billy Herndon\, and the \;poet Walt Whitman. Austin Gollaher will tell the stories of Lincoln&rsquo\;s \;early life. Billy will sha re a side of Lincoln few have studied\, his \;legal career and how it helped Lincoln in his rise to power. Walt \;Whitman&rsquo\;s best frie nd was in Ford&rsquo\;s Theater the night of assassination \;and many scholars believe Whitman&rsquo\;s story is the best eye witness \;acco unt of that fateful night and what it means for America. \;
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20220308T1523000Z-583899-1310@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220324T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220324T200000 SUMMARY:Banners: Cha Wa DESCRIPTION:Cha Wa – Everyone enjoys a savory bowl of gumbo so come enjoy t his ”gumbo of singing\, chanting\, intoxicating rhythms\, and dep funk gro oves that are simply impossible to resist” as stated by Popmatters. New Or leans brass band – meets – Mardi Gras Indian outfit Cha Wa radiates the en ergy of the city’s street culture. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Cha Wa &ndash\; Everyo ne enjoys a savory bowl of gumbo so come enjoy this &rdquo\;gumbo of singi ng\, chanting\, intoxicating rhythms\, and dep funk grooves that are simpl y impossible to resist&rdquo\; as stated by Popmatters. New Orleans brass band &ndash\; meets &ndash\; Mardi Gras Indian outfit Cha Wa radiates the energy of the city&rsquo\;s street culture.

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CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Bulber Atuditorium at McNeese UID:20220308T1533000Z-583899-1312@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220324T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220324T190000 SUMMARY:Banners: National Works on Paper DESCRIPTION:The 35th Annual McNeese National Works on Paper Exhibition will be on view March 24th - May 6th\, 2022 in the Grand Gallery\, Shearman Fi ne Arts Annex\, McNeese State University\, Lake Charles\, Louisiana. The p ublic is invited to see the exhibition anytime during business hours. The juror of this year's exhibition is Jennifer Dasal\, creator and host of A rtCurious Podcast\, a podcast about art history\, previously Associate Cur ator of Contemporary Art\, North Carolina Museum of Art. An opening recept ion will be held on March 24th\, 6-8pm\, with a juror's talk and awards at 7pm. Free to the Public and Included in Banners Cultural Season. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The 35th Annual McNeese National Works on P aper Exhibition will be on view March 24th - May 6th\, 2022 in the Grand G allery\, Shearman Fine Arts Annex\, McNeese State University\, Lake Charle s\, Louisiana. The public is invited to see the exhibition anytime during business hours. \; The juror of this year's exhibition is Jennifer Das al\, creator and host of ArtCurious Podcast\, a podcast about art history\ , previously Associate Curator of Contemporary Art\, North Carolina Museum of Art. An opening reception will be held on March 24th\, 6-8pm\, with a juror's talk and awards at 7pm. Free to the Public and Included in Banners Cultural Season. \;
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Tritico Theatre UID:20220308T1523370Z-583899-1311@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220310T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220310T200000 SUMMARY:Banners: McLeod Lecture Series DESCRIPTION:McLeod Lecture Series returns with a discussion on the politica lly divided Blue and Red United States. With John Bridges as the moderator : the lecture will take place on March 10\, 7:00 pm\, in Squires Theatre o n MSU campus. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McLeod Lecture Series returns with a discus sion on the politically divided Blue and Red United States. With John Brid ges as the moderator: the lecture will take place on March 10\, 7:00 pm\, in Squires Theatre on MSU campus.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Squires Theater at McNeese UID:20220308T1519460Z-583899-1307@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230325T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230325T210000 SUMMARY:Banners: Robin Spielberg Piano Concert DESCRIPTION:For more information on this year’s Banners lineup\, various le vels of membership available or ticket prices for some of the events\, che ck out the Banners website at www.banners.org or call the Banners office a t 337-475-5123. Tickets to Banners events are also available at the door a nd McNeese and Sowela students are admitted free with valid student IDs. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

For more information on this year& rsquo\;s Banners lineup\, various levels of membership

available o r ticket prices for some of the events\, check out the Banners website at< br />www.banners.org or call the Banners office at 337-475-5123. Tickets t o Banners events
are also available at the door and McNeese and Sowel a students are admitted free with
valid student IDs.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:McNeese Tritico Theater UID:20230223T2245520Z-583899-1576@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211104T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211104T210000 SUMMARY:3rd Annual APG Positive Growth Banquet DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:L'Auberge Casino Resort UID:20211021T1320040Z-583899-1235@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230302T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230302T160000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Resource Conservation & Recovery Act (RCRA) DESCRIPTION:This accelerated one-day RCRA is designed to serve as both an i nitial and refresher course to assist in meeting the 40 CFR 262.34(a) and 40 CFR 265.16 training requirements. Topics include waste characterization \, treatment standards\, generator responsibilities\, emergencies\, and wa ste shipments. Learn More X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

This accelerated one -day RCRA is designed to serve as both an initial and refresher course to assist in meeting the 40 CFR 262.34(a) and 40 CFR 265.16 training requirem ents. Topics include waste characterization\, treatment standards\, genera tor responsibilities\, emergencies\, and waste shipments.

Learn More

CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20230220T2240340Z-583899-1568@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230405T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230405T140000 SUMMARY:Preparing For Life After High School DESCRIPTION:Preparing For Life After High School: A Webinar About Louisiana Rehabilitation Services & Pre-Employment Transition Services Program Wedn esday\, April 5\, 2023 from 1 PM to 2 PM Guest Speaker: Paul LeJeune of Lo uisiana Rehabilitation Services (LRS)Join us on this webinar and learn abo ut Louisiana Rehabilitation Services (LRS) and their Pre-Employment Transi tion Services (Pre-ETS) program. Come find out how this information may b e able to assist students with disabilities in Louisiana after high school ends! Link to Register: https://tinyurl.com/LRS-P4523 Link to Flyer: http s://tinyurl.com/LRSFly4-5-23 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Preparing For Life After High School: A Webinar About Louisiana Rehabilita tion Services &\; Pre-Employment Transition Services Program

Wednesday\, April 5\, 2023 from 1 PM to 2 PM
Guest Speaker: Paul LeJeune of Louisiana Rehabilitation Services (LRS)< /span>Join us on this webinar and learn about Louisiana Rehabilitation Services (LRS) and their Pre-Employment Transition Service s (Pre-ETS) program. \;
Come find out how this infor mation may be able to assist students with disabilities in Louisiana after high school ends!
Link to Register: \;https://tinyurl.com/LRS-P4523
Link to Fl yer: \;https://tinyurl.com/LRSFly4-5-23

CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20230322T1353050Z-583899-1603@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220401T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220401T200000 SUMMARY:Banners: Leo P. DESCRIPTION:Leo P. – Low lights and some baritone saxophone to set the mood and then BAM! Leo P breaks out in the jazziest sounds\, dance moves\, and persona that can’t be matched by anyone. This 31 year old has a point of view\, perspective\, and self-expression that will speak to your creative side. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Leo P. &ndash\; Low lights and some bariton e saxophone to set the mood and then BAM! Leo P breaks out in the jazziest sounds\, dance moves\, and persona that can&rsquo\;t be matched by anyone . This 31 year old has a point of view\, perspective\, and self-expression that will speak to your creative side.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Bulber Auditorium at McNeese UID:20220308T1525490Z-583899-1314@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230331T181500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230331T211500 SUMMARY:Movies Under the Stars: The Dog who saved Easter DESCRIPTION:‘Movies Under the Stars’ Returns March 31 Skip the movie thea ter and enjoy four\, free\, family-friendly films during “Movies Under the Stars.” The movie series -- which will feature a canine with a heart of gold\, an angst-filled pre-teen in a new town\, a boy trying to win the gi rl of his dreams and a young girl who learns a powerful life lesson -- wil l begin Friday\, March 31\, at Prien Lake Park\, 3700 West Prien Lake Road . Friday\, March 31 – “The Dog Who Saved Easter:” This 2013 live-action f amily comedy centers around a smart\, yet mischievous\, yellow lab named Z eus (Mario Lopez)\, who is headed to doggie daycare while his family\, the Bannisters\, go on an Easter holiday cruise. Zeus quickly makes some new friends there and all is well until the daycare’s competition hires a crim inal to sabotage the facility and drive it out of business. Zeus and his n ew canine cohorts then set out to save the daycare – and Easter (Rated PG) . This movie will be shown at Prien Lake Park\, 3700 West Prien Lake Road. The Easter Bunny will be in attendance to take photos with the kids and t here will be an Easter egg hunt at 6:15 p.m. so make sure to get there ear ly! All movies will start at 6:30 p.m. but be sure to get there early to get the best spots. Residents are encouraged to bring their own blankets a nd lawn chairs. While free popcorn and cotton candy will be served at each event\, residents can also bring their own food. Movies will be canceled in the event of inclement weather. Cancellations will be announced before the event on the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury’s website at calcasieu.gov and on CPPJ’s Facebook\, Twitter\, and Instagram pages. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
&lsquo\;Movies Under the Stars&rsqu o\; Returns March 31

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Ski p the movie theater and enjoy four\, free\, family-friendly films during & ldquo\;Movies Under the Stars.&rdquo\;

\;The movie series -- which will feature a canine with a heart of gold\, an angst-filled pre-tee n in a new town\, a boy trying to win the girl of his dreams and a young g irl who learns a powerful life lesson -- will begin Friday\, March 31\, at Prien Lake Park\, 3700 West Prien Lake Road. \;

Friday \, March 31 &ndash\; &ldquo\;The Dog Who Saved Easter:&rd quo\; This 2013 live-action family comedy centers around a smart\, yet mis chievous\, yellow lab named Zeus (Mario Lopez)\, who is headed to doggie d aycare while his family\, the Bannisters\, go on an Easter holiday cruise. Zeus quickly makes some new friends there and all is well until the dayca re&rsquo\;s competition hires a criminal to sabotage the facility and driv e it out of business. Zeus and his new canine cohorts then set out to save the daycare &ndash\; and Easter (Rated PG). This movie will be shown at P rien Lake Park\, 3700 West Prien Lake Road. \;The Easter Bunny will be in attendance to take photos with the kids and there will be an Easter eg g hunt at 6:15 p.m. so make sure to get there early! \;

< p>All movies will start at 6:30 p.m. but be sure to get there early to get the best spots. Residents are encouraged to bring their own blankets and lawn chairs. While free popcorn and cotton candy will be served at each ev ent\, residents can also bring their own food. \;

Movies will be canceled in the event of inclement weather. Cancellations will be annou nced before the event on the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury&rsquo\;s website at \;calcasieu. gov \;and on CPPJ&rsquo\;s Facebook\, Twitter\, and Instagram page s.
CATEGORIES:For the Family LOCATION:Prien Lake Park UID:20230327T1747090Z-583899-1605@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230414T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230414T203000 SUMMARY:Movies Under the Stars: Inside Out DESCRIPTION:Skip the movie theater and enjoy four\, free\, family-friendly films during “Movies Under the Stars.” Friday\, April 14 – “Inside Out:” T his 2015 Disney-Pixar comedy-adventure is about a young girl\, Riley (Kait lyn Dias)\, who has a hard time when she and her family move from the Midw est to San Francisco\, where her father has taken another job. Riley is gu ided by her emotions – Joy\, Fear\, Anger\, Disgust and Sadness -- who liv e in Headquarters\, the control center inside Riley’s mind. Her struggles cause turmoil when all the emotions conflict on how best to help Riley ada pt to her new life (Rated PG). The Calcasieu Parish Police Jury\, in partn ership with the Banners Series\, will host this movie at McNeese State Uni versity’s Bulber Auditorium\, 4205 Ryan St.\, Lake Charles. All movies wi ll start at 6:30 p.m. but be sure to get there early to get the best spots . Residents are encouraged to bring their own blankets and lawn chairs. Wh ile free popcorn and cotton candy will be served at each event\, residents can also bring their own food. Movies will be canceled in the event of i nclement weather. Cancellations will be announced before the event on the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury’s website at calcasieu.gov and on CPPJ’s Face book\, Twitter\, and Instagram pages. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Skip the movie theater and enjoy four\, fre e\, family-friendly films during &ldquo\;Movies Under the Stars.&rdquo\;

Friday\, April 14 &ndash\; &ldquo\;Inside Out:&rdquo\; This 2015 Disney-Pixar comedy-adventure is about a young girl\ , Riley (Kaitlyn Dias)\, who has a hard time when she and her family move from the Midwest to San Francisco\, where her father has taken another job . Riley is guided by her emotions &ndash\; Joy\, Fear\, Anger\, Disgust an d Sadness -- who live in Headquarters\, the control center inside Riley&rs quo\;s mind. Her struggles cause turmoil when all the emotions conflict on how best to help Riley adapt to her new life (Rated PG). The Calcasieu Pa rish Police Jury\, in partnership with the Banners Series\, will host this movie at McNeese State University&rsquo\;s Bulber Auditorium\, 4205 Ryan St.\, Lake Charles. \;

All movies will start at 6:30 p .m. but be sure to get there early to get the best spots. Residents are en couraged to bring their own blankets and lawn chairs. While free popcorn a nd cotton candy will be served at each event\, residents can also bring th eir own food. \;

Movies will be canceled in the event of incle ment weather. Cancellations will be announced before the event on the Calc asieu Parish Police Jury&rsquo\;s website at \;calcasieu.gov \;and on CPPJ&rsquo\; s Facebook\, Twitter\, and Instagram pages.
CATEGORIES:For the Family LOCATION:Bulber Atuditorium at McNeese UID:20230327T1751250Z-583899-1606@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230421T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230421T203000 SUMMARY:Movies Under The Stars: The Lorax DESCRIPTION:Skip the movie theater and enjoy four\, free\, family-friendly films during “Movies Under the Stars.” Friday\, April 21 – “The Lorax:” Th is 2012 3D-CGI animated feature is an adaptation of Dr. Seuss' classic tal e of a forest creature with the enduring power of hope. The adventure foll ows the journey of a boy named Ted (Zac Efron) as he searches for somethi ng to help him win the girl of his dreams\, Audrey (Taylor Swift). To find it he must discover the story of the Lorax\, the grumpy\, yet charming cr eature who fights to protect his world (Rated PG). This movie\, which is b eing featured in honor of Earth Day (April 22)\, will be shown at Mallard Junction Park\, 599 August Drive\, Lake Charles. All movies will start at 6:30 p.m. but be sure to get there early to get the best spots. Residents are encouraged to bring their own blankets and lawn chairs. While free po pcorn and cotton candy will be served at each event\, residents can also b ring their own food. Movies will be canceled in the event of inclement we ather. Cancellations will be announced before the event on the Calcasieu P arish Police Jury’s website at calcasieu.gov and on CPPJ’s Facebook\, Twit ter\, and Instagram pages. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Skip the movie theater and enjoy four\, fre e\, family-friendly films during &ldquo\;Movies Under the Stars.&rdquo\;

Friday\, April 21 &ndash\; &ldquo\;The Lorax:&rdquo\; This 2012 3D-CGI animated feature is an adaptation of Dr. Seuss ' classic tale of a forest creature with the enduring power of hope. The a dventure follows the journey of a boy named Ted (Zac Efron) \; as he s earches for something to help him win the girl of his dreams\, Audrey (Tay lor Swift). To find it he must discover the story of the Lorax\, the grump y\, yet charming creature who fights to protect his world (Rated PG). This movie\, which is being featured in honor of Earth Day (April 22)\, will b e shown at Mallard Junction Park\, 599 August Drive\, Lake Charles. \;

All movies will start at 6:30 p.m. but be sure to get the re early to get the best spots. Residents are encouraged to bring their ow n blankets and lawn chairs. While free popcorn and cotton candy will be se rved at each event\, residents can also bring their own food. \;

Movies will be canceled in the event of inclement weather. Cancellation s will be announced before the event on the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury&r squo\;s website at \;calcasieu.gov \;and on CPPJ&rsquo\;s Facebook\, Twitter\, and Instagram pages.
CATEGORIES:For the Family LOCATION:Mallard Junction Park UID:20230327T1751440Z-583899-1607@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230419T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230420T003000 SUMMARY:FHF Family Empowerment EXPO DESCRIPTION:FHF Family Empowerment Expo - In Person Event 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM -- Wednesday\, April 19\, 2023In the Lake Charles Civic Center Exhibiti on Hall900 Lakeshore Dr.\, Lake Charles\, LA 70601 Link to Register: http s://tinyurl.com/FHFswlaE04-19 -------------------------------------------- ------------------ Link for Online Vendor Registration: https://tinyurl.co m/OLVend-Expo4-19 Link for Vendor Registration Form:https://tinyurl.com/Ve nd-Expo4-19 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

FHF Family Empowerment Expo - In Pers on Event
8:30 AM to 12:30 PM -- Wednesday\, April 19\, 2 023In the Lake Charles Civic Center Exhibition Hall900 Lakeshore Dr.\, Lake Charles\, LA 70601 \;
Li nk to Register: \;https://tinyurl.com/F HFswlaE04-19
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Link for Vendor Registration Form:https://tinyurl.com/Vend-Expo4-19
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20230327T1810460Z-583899-1612@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220408T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220408T200000 SUMMARY:Banners: World of Bubbles DESCRIPTION:Living in a bubble doesn’t sound very fun but Living in World o f Bubbles is cool! Guinness Book of World Records awarded Jeff Boyer’s the ultimate title for his mastery of bubble making and bubble manipulation. Have the most fun with bubbles since you were in that memorable bubble bat h as a child. Truly an event for all ages X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Living in a bubble doesn&rsquo\;t sound ver y fun but Living in World of Bubbles is cool! Guinness Book of World Recor ds awarded Jeff Boyer&rsquo\;s the ultimate title for his mastery of bubbl e making and bubble manipulation. Have the most fun with bubbles since you were in that memorable bubble bath as a child. Truly an event for all age s
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Bulber Auditorium at McNeese UID:20220308T1526250Z-583899-1315@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240116T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240116T130000 SUMMARY:FHF: Hitting the High Points DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20240111T1455050Z-583899-1733@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240116T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240116T120000 SUMMARY:Basic Bookkeeping for Business DESCRIPTION:This workshop is designed for the entrepreneur with little or n o experience in business accounting. This workshop will cover functions of record keeping\; cash versus accrual systems\, recording transactions rev enue\, expenses and depreciation\; and accounts payable and receivable. Sp eaker(s): Susan Thibodeaux\, Center Director No cost. Click here to regist er. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This workshop is designed for the entrepren eur with little or no experience in business accounting. This workshop wil l cover functions of record keeping\; cash versus accrual systems\, record ing transactions revenue\, expenses and depreciation\; and accounts payabl e and receivable.

Speaker(s): Susan Thibodeaux\, Center Director
No cost.

Click here to register. \;
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Online UID:20240111T1503060Z-583899-1734@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220414T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220414T200000 SUMMARY:Banners: Stokes: Bob Cooper Poetry DESCRIPTION:Author and retired McNeese professor Robert Cooper returns to t he Banners Series with more poems and prose pieces from his latest travel writing. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Author and retired McNeese professor Robert Cooper returns to the Banners Series with more poems and prose pieces fro m his latest travel writing.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20220308T1528060Z-583899-1317@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220409T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220409T200000 SUMMARY:Banners\; Gina Chavez DESCRIPTION: Derived from deeply personal experiences and emotions\, her c ollection of bilingual songs journey from her Latin roots to her story of life in Texas as a married\, queer Catholic. Gina Chavez is blending the s ounds of the Americas with tension and grace. A multiethnic Latin pop song stress\, Chavez is a nine time Austin Music Award winner -- including 2015 Musician of the Year and Album of the Year for her sophomore release\, Up .Rooted. Her independent album topped the Amazon and Latin iTunes charts f ollowing a national feature on NPR's All Things Considered\, and has been hailed by The Boston Globe\, USA Today\, Texas Monthly and the Austin Chro nicle. Her band’s Tiny Desk concert made NPR’s top 15 of 2015. Chavez’s pa ssionate collection of bilingual songs take audiences on a journey through the Americas. Her Spanish-language anthem\, “Siete-D\,” which took home t he Grand Prize in the 2014 John Lennon Songwriting Contest\, tells the sto ry of her experience volunteering in a gang-dominated suburb of San Salvad or where she and her partner founded Niñas Arriba\, a college fund for you ng Latinas. The fund celebrated its first two college graduates in 2016. G ina and her band have performed in eight countries\, touring as cultural a mbassadors with the U.S. State Department. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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Derived from de eply personal experiences and emotions\, her collection of bilingual songs journey from her Latin roots to her story of life in Texas as a married\, queer Catholic. Gina Chavez is blending the sounds of the \;Americas with tension and grace. A multiethnic Latin pop songstress\, Chavez is a n ine time Austin Music Award winner -- including \;2015 Musician of the Year and Album of the \;Year for her sophomore release\, Up.Rooted.&n bsp\;Her independent album topped the Amazon \;and Latin iTunes charts following a national feature on NPR's All Things Considered\, and \;h as been hailed by The Boston Globe\, USA

Today\, Texas Monthly and the Austin \;Chronicle. Her band&rsquo\;s Tiny Desk concert made
NPR&rsquo\;s top 15 of 2015. \;Chavez&rsquo\;s passionate collection of bilingual \;songs take audiences on a journey through the \;Ame ricas. Her Spanish-language anthem\, &ldquo\;Siete-D\,&rdquo\; which took home the Grand Prize in the 2014 John \;Lennon Songwriting Contest\, t ells the story of her experience volunteering in a gang-dominated suburb o f \;San Salvador where she and her partner founded Niñ\;as Arrib a\, a college fund for young Latinas. The fund \;celebrated its first two college graduates in 2016. Gina and her band have performed in eight c ountries\, \;touring as cultural ambassadors with the U.S. State Depar tment.

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CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Tritico Theatre UID:20220308T1535100Z-583899-1316@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220423T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220423T200000 SUMMARY:Banners: The Flying Balalaika Brothers DESCRIPTION:The Flying Balalaika Brothers features a unique blend of Gypsy folk\, electric rock n' roll\, and eye-catching\, interactive performances featuring instruments like the behemoth contra-bass balalaika\, a triangl e-shaped stringed instrument from Russia. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Flying Balalaika Brothers features a un ique blend of Gypsy folk\, electric rock n' roll\, and eye-catching\, inte ractive performances featuring instruments like the behemoth contra-bass b alalaika\, a triangle-shaped stringed instrument from Russia. \;

CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Tritico Theatre UID:20220308T1529120Z-583899-1318@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240216T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240216T210000 SUMMARY:Symphony: Mi Amor DESCRIPTION:Sweetheart Dinner and Concert Treasures of Marilyn's 3510 Fifth Avenue Lake Charles\, LA 70607 Door open 6:00 PM Dinner Service begins at 6:45 Romantic Piano & Spanish Guitar Concert to follow Tickets are still available invite friends Private couple tables or open seating available E vent Details: Menu offers a choice of Red Snapper with Seafood Sauce or Gr illed Steak Roasted Red Potatoes\, Salad\, Chocolate Decedent Dessert Our Popular Wine Bottle 'Pulls' are back this year and Cash Bar will be availa ble Please RSVP Fish or Steak to info@lcsymphony.com X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Sweetheart Dinner and Concert

Treasures of Marilyn's

3510 Fifth Avenue

Lake Charles\, LA 70607

Door open 6:00 PM
Dinner Service begins at 6:45

R omantic Piano &\; Spanish Guitar Concert to follow

Tickets are still available invite friends

Private couple tables or op en seating available

Event Details:

Menu offers a choice of Red Snapper wit h Seafood Sauce or Grilled Steak

Roasted Red Potatoes \, Salad\, Chocolate Decedent Dessert

Our Po pular Wine Bottle 'Pulls' are back this year

and Cash Bar will be available

Please RSVP

Fish or Steak to \;info@lcsymphony.com

CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Treasures of Marilyns UID:20240202T1449000Z-583899-1739@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221216T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221216T160000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) DESCRIPTION:This accelerated one-day RCRA is designed to serve as both an i nitial and refresher course to assist in meeting the 40 CFR 262.34(a) and 40 CFR 265.16 training requirements. Topics include waste characterization \, treatment standards\, generator responsibilities\, emergencies\, and wa ste shipments. Hours: 8 CEUs: .8 Cost: $590 Click here to learn more and/o r to regstier online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This accele rated one-day RCRA is designed to serve as both an initial and refresher c ourse to assist in meeting the 40 CFR 262.34(a) and 40 CFR 265.16 training requirements. Topics include waste characterization\, treatment standards \, generator responsibilities\, emergencies\, and waste shipments.< /p>
Hours: 8

CEUs: .8

Cost: $590

Click here to learn more and/or to reg stier online.
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20221103T1444040Z-583899-1502@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230801T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230801T210000 SUMMARY:National Night Out DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday\, August 1\, from 6 – 9 p.m.\, the Lake Charles Poli ce Department and City of Lake Charles will host a free National Night Out Community Event at the Lake Charles Civic Center (900 Lakeshore Dr.). At tendees will have the opportunity to meet Officers from the Department\, v iew demonstrations from the various divisions\, including SWAT\, K-9\, Tra ffic Motorcycles and more. Free resources and information from a variety o f vendors will also be available. National Night Out will also feature a jambalaya and pastalaya cook-off\, activities for children\, giveaways and more. “Our National Night Out Community Event provides citizens with the opportunity to meet and interact with Officers from our many divisions in one location\, while gathering important information about a variety of r esources available to them\,” said Lake Charles Police Chief Shawn Caldwel l. “It’s a chance for us to hear citizen concerns and allows us to build s tronger police-community relationships.” Communities nationwide host Nati onal Night Out events on the first Tuesday of August every year with the g oal of enhancing the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement by bringing residents and police officers together under positive circumstan ces. For more information\, visit www.cityoflakecharles.com/nationalnight out\, www.facebook.com/LakeCharlesPoliceDepartment or call the Lake Charle s Police Department’s Community Policing Division at (337) 491-1311. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
On Tuesday\, August 1\, from 6 &ndash\; 9 p .m.\, the Lake Charles Police Department and City of Lake Charles will hos t a \;free \;National Night Out Community Event at the La ke Charles Civic Center (900 Lakeshore Dr.). \;

Attendees will have the opportunity to meet Officers from the Department\, view demonstr ations from the various divisions\, including SWAT\, K-9\, Traffic Motorcy cles and more. Free resources and information from a variety of vendors wi ll also be available. \;

National Night Out will also feature a jambalaya and pastalaya cook-off\, activities for children\, giveaways a nd more. \;

&ldquo\;Our National Night Out Community Event pro vides citizens with the opportunity to meet and interact with Officers fro m our many divisions in one location\, while gathering important informati on about a variety of resources available to them\,&rdquo\; said Lake Char les Police Chief Shawn Caldwell. &ldquo\;It&rsquo\;s a chance for us to he ar citizen concerns and allows us to build stronger police-community relat ionships.&rdquo\; \;

Communities nationwide host National Nigh t Out events on the first Tuesday of August every year with the goal of en hancing the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement by bringing residents and police officers together under positive circumstances. \;

For more information\, visit \;www.cityoflakecharles.com/nationalnightout\, \;www.facebook.com/LakeCharlesPoliceDepartmen t \;or call the Lake Charles Police Department&rsquo\;s Community Policing Division at (337) 491-1311.

\;

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CATEGORIES:For the Family UID:20230710T1446560Z-583899-1648@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230718T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230718T110000 SUMMARY:Pridestaff Purple Boardroom: Coaching for Success DESCRIPTION:Pridestaff is hosting their 3rd Purple Boardroom Series - Episo de 3 'Coaching for Success.'Speaker David Duffey joined PrideStaff in 2011 as the Vice President - Field Consultant. He is the Senior Vice President - Field Operations and has over 29 years of experience in the staffing in dustry. His expertise covers clerical\, finance\, accounting\, and industr ial verticals. He is a Certified Staffing Professional as well as a Certif ied Temporary Staffing Specialist\, who has sold and serviced a number of on-site operations. David knows and understands that communication is vita l to having success in partnerships.Join us on Tuesday\, July 18th from 10 :00am to 10:45am CST via zoom to hear what David has to share about Coachi ng for Success.To join us click: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88922439135The event can also be viewed Facebook Live on the PrideStaff of Lake Charles’s Facebook page. We hope to see you in the Boardroom!Check out our 2023 Bes t of Staffing reviews on ClearlyRated for providing both our clients and t alents excellent service\, by clicking on the link: https://www.clearlyrat ed.com/.../pridestaff-lake-charles-la X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Pridestaff is \;hosting their 3rd Purple Boardroom Series - Episode 3 'Coaching for Success.'Speaker Dav id Duffey joined PrideStaff in 2011 as the Vice President - F ield Consultant. He is the Senior Vice President - Field Operations and ha s over 29 years of experience in the staffing industry. His expertise cove rs clerical\, finance\, accounting\, and industrial verticals. He is a Cer tified Staffing Professional as well as a Certified Temporary Staffing Spe cialist\, who has sold and serviced a number of on-site operations. David knows and understands that communication is vital to having success in par tnerships.Join us on Tuesday\, July 18th from 10:00am to 10:45am CST via z oom to hear what David has to share about Coaching for Success.To join us click: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88922439135Th e event can also be viewed Facebook Live on the PrideStaff of Lake Charles &rsquo\;s Facebook page. We hope to see you in the Boardroom!Check out our 2023 Best of Staffing reviews on ClearlyRated for providing both our clie nts and talents excellent service\, by clicking on the link: https://www.clearlyr ated.com/.../pridestaff-lake-charles-la

CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20230710T2113200Z-583899-1657@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230714T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230714T203000 SUMMARY:Movies Under the Stars: The Super Mario Bros. Movie DESCRIPTION:The fun starts on Friday\, July 14\, at Prien Lake Park (3700 W est Prien Lake Road\, Lake Charles) with “The Super Mario Bros. Movie\,” t he 2023 computer-animated adventure film based on Nintendo's iconic Mario video games. Residents are encouraged to bring their own blankets and law n chairs. Residents can also bring their own food. Free popcorn and cotton candy will be served at each event. Movies will be cancelled in the even t of inclement weather. Cancellations will be announced before the event o n the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury’s website at calcasieu.gov and on CPPJ’ s Facebook\, Twitter\, and Instagram pages. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The fun starts on Friday\, July 14\, at Prien Lake Park (3700 West Prien Lake Road\, Lake Charles) with &ldquo\ ;The Super Mario Bros. Movie\,&rdquo\; the 2023 \;com puter-animated \;adventure film \;based on \;Nintendo's \;iconic \;Mari o \;video games. \;

Residents are encouraged to bring their own blankets and lawn chairs. Residents can also bring their own food. Free popcorn and cotton candy will be served at eac h event. \;

Movies will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather. Cancellations will be announced before the event on the Calcasie u Parish Police Jury&rsquo\;s website at \;calcasieu.gov \;and on CPPJ&rsquo\;s Fa cebook\, Twitter\, and Instagram pages.
CATEGORIES:For the Family LOCATION:Prien Lake Park UID:20230710T2116070Z-583899-1658@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230720T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230720T110000 SUMMARY:April Dunn Act: What Parents Need to Know NOW DESCRIPTION:April Dunn Act: What Parents Need to Know NOW Webinar Thursday\ , July 20\, 2023 from 10 AM to 11 AM The April Dunn Act – What Parents Nee d to Know NOW! What is the April Dunn Act? A law that allows students with disabilities\, that meet eligibility criteria\, to pursue a high school d iploma by meeting graduation requirements through an alternate means. Reb ecca Hanberry\, a consultant with the Louisiana Department of Education\, will break down the April Dunn Act and explain who is eligible to receive a diploma through this graduation pathway. She will also talk about what p arents need to know NOW – at the very start of the school year – important information you won’t want to miss. Link to Register: https://tinyurl.com /AprilDunnJuly20 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

April Dunn Act: Wha t Parents Need to Know NOW Webinar

Thursday\, July 20 \, 2023 from 10 AM to 11 AM

The April Dunn Act &ndash \; What Parents Need to Know NOW!

What is the April D unn Act? A law that allows students with disabilities\, that meet eligibil ity criteria\, to pursue a high school diploma by meeting graduation requi rements through an alternate means. \;

Rebecca Hanberry \, a consultant with the Louisiana Department of Education\, will break do wn the April Dunn Act and explain who is eligible to receive a diploma thr ough this graduation pathway. She will also talk about what parents need t o know NOW &ndash\; at the very start of the school year &ndash\; importan t information you won&rsquo\;t want to miss.

Li nk to Register: \;https://tinyurl.com /AprilDunnJuly20
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20230714T1405090Z-583899-1661@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240410T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240410T150000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Lean Six Sigma Green Belt DESCRIPTION:Join us for an interactive and engaging learning experience whe re you will gain valuable skills in process improvement and data-driven de cision-making. This course is perfect for individuals looking to enhance t heir career prospects or organizations aiming to boost efficiency and qual ity. Don't miss this opportunity to become certified in Lean Six Sigma and take the next step towards becoming a Lean Six Sigma expert! Four online sessions. Cost: $1\,695 Hours: 40 (4 hours live on Zoom and 36 hours of se lf-study) Learn More X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Join us for an interac tive and engaging learning experience where you will gain valuable skills in process improvement and data-driven decision-making. This course is per fect for individuals looking to enhance their career prospects or organiza tions aiming to boost efficiency and quality. Don't miss this opportunity to become certified in Lean Six Sigma and take the next step towards becom ing a Lean Six Sigma expert!

Four online sessions.

Cost: $ 1\,695

Hours: 40 (4 hours live on Zoom and 36 hours of self-study)

Learn More

CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:Online UID:20240322T1517130Z-583899-1765@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240409T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240409T140000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt DESCRIPTION:This course is designed to provide participants with a foundati onal understanding of the Lean Six Sigma methodology and tools\, which can be applied to improve processes and reduce waste in any organization. Par ticipants will learn how to apply the DMAIC (Define\, Measure\, Analyze\, Improve\, Control) methodology and other Lean Six Sigma tools to identify and eliminate waste\, reduce defects\, improve customer satisfaction\, and increase efficiency. Two online sessions Cost: $595 Hours: 20 (2 live on Zoom and 18 hours of self-study) Learn More X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

This course is designe d to provide participants with a foundational understanding of the Lean Si x Sigma methodology and tools\, which can be applied to improve processes and reduce waste in any organization. Participants will learn how to apply the DMAIC (Define\, Measure\, Analyze\, Improve\, Control) methodology an d other Lean Six Sigma tools to identify and eliminate waste\, reduce defe cts\, improve customer satisfaction\, and increase efficiency.

Two online sessions

Cost: $595

Hours: 20 (2 live on Zoom and 18 hours of self-study)

Learn More

CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:Online UID:20240322T1517550Z-583899-1764@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220929T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220929T140000 SUMMARY:Developmental Disabilities Tiered Waiver Services DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:For the Family LOCATION:Online UID:20220914T1457360Z-583899-1460@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220715T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220715T110000 SUMMARY:FHF: All Hazards Preparedness Webinar DESCRIPTION:Click here to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Click here to register.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Online UID:20220707T1820520Z-583899-1426@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230728T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230728T140000 SUMMARY:LaCAN-FHFSWLA Virtual Community Input Meeting DESCRIPTION:This Virtual Community Input Meeting is an opportunity for peop le with disabilities\, families of people with disabilities\, and professi onals to give input on our 2024 Legislative Agenda. If you have ideas abou t what would work better or doesn't work at all in special education or ho me and community based services please join us. Link to Register: https:// tinyurl.com/Community-Input7-28 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This Virtual Community Input Meeting is an opportunity for people with disabilities\, families of people with d isabilities\, and professionals to give input on our 2024 Legislative Agen da. If you have ideas about what would work better or doesn't work at all in special education or home and community based services please join us.< /span>

Link to Register: \;https://tinyurl.com/Community-Input7-28
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Online UID:20230727T2006080Z-583899-1666@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220306T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220306T220000 SUMMARY:Fiddler On The Roof Is Coming to Lutcher Theater DESCRIPTION:The National Broadway Tour of Fiddler On The Roof will play Lut cher Theater on Sunday\, March 6\, 2022\, at 7 PM. Tickets start at $35 an d are available online at lutcher.org. Discounts are available for groups of 10 or more\, students\, and active military. Call the Lutcher Theater B ox Office at (409) 886.5535 for more information or to purchase tickets. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

The Natio nal Broadway Tour of \;Fiddler On The Roof \;will play Lutcher The ater on Sunday\, March 6\, 2022\, at 7 PM. Tickets start at $35 and are av ailable online at \;lutcher.org. Discounts are available for groups of 10 or more\, stude nts\, and active military. Call the Lutcher Theater Box Office at (409) 88 6.5535 for more information or to purchase tickets.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment UID:20220209T2049200Z-583899-1294@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230807 SUMMARY:Free CDL Class B Training Available at SOWELA DESCRIPTION:SOWELA Technical Community College’s Office of Workforce Soluti ons is now registering for a free Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class B training in partnership with Venture Global LNG. Students must be Camero n Parish residents to qualify for the free training\, which will take plac e at SOWELA’s Main Campus in Lake Charles\, LA. Class starts Monday\, Augu st 7\, and spots are limited. The Class B license training program is a comprehensive classroom and behind-the-wheel program. Training covers Loui siana Department of Transportation (DOT) rules and regulations\, pre-trip inspection\, backing pad skills\, and on-the-road skills. SOWELA also offe rs a free online CDL permit course to those who want to take the training but still need their permit.   State-approved examiners administer the fin al skills test necessary to receive a state license. Completers who obtain their state license are qualified to drive tractor-trailers\, dump trucks \, tow trucks\, delivery trucks\, flatbed trucks and bucket trucks. Accord ing to the Louisiana Workforce Commission\, Tractor-trailer truck drivers are four-star jobs based on salary\, job outlook\, and educational require ments. Experienced truck drivers can earn more than $28/hour and are in de mand nationally. For more information or to register for the free CDL t raining class\, call (337) 421-6560 or email workforce@sowela.edu. Non-Ca lcasieu Parish residents interested in CDL training can register for the O ctober 2023 CDL Class A training session\, which costs $5\,950. Scholarshi ps and financial assistance are available for those who qualify. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

SOWELA Technical Community College &rsquo\;s Office of Workforce Solutions is now registering for a free \;Commercial Driver&rsquo\;s License (CDL) Class B training in partnership with Venture Global LNG. Students must be \;Cameron Parish residents to qualify for the free training\, which will take place at SOWELA&rsquo\; s Main Campus in \;Lake Charles\, LA. Class starts Monday\, August 7\, and spots are limited.

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The Class B license training program is a comprehensive classroom and behind-the-wheel program. Trainin g \;covers Louisiana Department of Transportation (DOT) rules and regu lations\, pre-trip inspection\, backing pad \;skills\, and on-the-road skills. SOWELA also offers a free online CDL permit course to those who w ant to take
the training but still need their permit. \; \;
State-approved examiners administer the final skills test necessary to receive a state license. Completers who \;obtain their state licen se are qualified to drive tractor-trailers\, dump trucks\, tow trucks\, de livery trucks\, flatbed \;trucks and bucket trucks.
According to the Louisiana Workforce Commission\, Tractor-trailer truck drivers are fou r-star jobs based on \;salary\, job outlook\, and educational requirem ents.

Experienced truck drivers can earn more than $28/hour and&nb sp\;are in demand nationally. \;
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For more informatio n or to register for the free CDL training class\, call (337) 421-6560 or& nbsp\;email \;workforce@sowela.edu. \;

Non-Calcasieu Paris h residents interested in CDL training can register for the October 2023 C DL Class A \;training session\, which costs $5\,950. Scholarships and financial assistance are available for those who \;qualify.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:SOWELA Community Technical College UID:20230727T2009510Z-583899-1667@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230808 SUMMARY:Exhibit Celebrating Nellie Lutcher Opens at Historic City Hall DESCRIPTION:Historic City Hall is pleased to announce its latest exhibition \, “Nellie Lutcher: Delightfully Yours\,” which will open Tuesday\, August 8\, celebrating the life and legacy of Lake Charles’ very own jazz legend \, Nellie Lutcher. This exhibition was curated by the Imperial Calcasieu Museum\, which proudly serves the Southwest Louisiana area. Their mission includes supporting regional arts and artists\, providing art educational programs\, and collecting and preserving artifacts and archives unique to the history and culture of the old Imperial Calcasieu region. To learn mo re about ICM visit imperialcalcasieumuseum.org. This spectacular display f eatures Lutcher’s treasured memorabilia\, iconic performance gowns\, recor ds\, and photographs. This exhibit will be on view in the first floor gall ery of Historic City Hall through September 22nd. Born in Lake Charles\, Louisiana on October 15\, 1912\, Nellie naturally exhibited musical talen t before she could even read or write. Lutcher’s first paying job at eight years old was at New Sunlight Baptist Church as the assistant pianist. At the age of twelve years old she was recruited by blues singer Ma Rainey t o play piano for a show at Buster Mancuso’s Palace Theatre. A few years la ter\, her calling as a musician was solidified. As a pianist in the Imperi al Jazz Band and the Southern Rhythm Band\, her career took off. She event ually found herself living\, recording\, and performing music in places li ke Los Angeles and New York City\, eventually gaining international recogn ition while she toured the UK. Nellie Lutcher passed away on June 8\, 2007 . During her lifetime\, Nellie greatly contributed to the world of jazz an d rhythm and blues. She was a trailblazer that influenced generations of m usicians and performers. Lake Charles holds Nellie in eternal reverence th rough the Nellie Lutcher Cultural District and the Nellie Lutcher Memorial Park\, ensuring her legacy endures. To read more about Nellie’s life and career\, visit 64parishes.org/nellie-lutcher. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Historic City Hall is pleased to anno unce its latest exhibition\, &ldquo\;Nellie Lutcher: Delightfully Yours\,& rdquo\; which will open Tuesday\, August 8\, \;celebrating the life an d legacy of Lake Charles&rsquo\; very own jazz legend\, Nellie Lutcher.

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This exhibition was curated by the Impe rial Calcasieu Museum\, which \;proudly serves the Southwest Lo uisiana area. Their mission includes supporting regional arts and artists\ , providing art educational programs\, and collecting and preserving artif acts and archives unique to the history and culture of the old Imperial Ca lcasieu region. To learn more about ICM visit \;imperialcalcas ieumuseum.org. This spectacular display \;features \;Lut cher&rsquo\;s treasured memorabilia\, iconic performance gowns\, records\, and photographs. \;This exhibit will be on view in the first floor ga llery of Historic City Hall through September 22nd.

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Born in Lake Charles\, Louisiana on October 15\, 1912\, Nel lie naturally exhibited musical talent before she could even read or write . Lutcher&rsquo\;s first paying job \;at eight years old \;was at New Sunlight Baptist Church as the assistant pianist. At the age of twelve years old she was recruited by blues singer Ma Rainey to play piano for a show at Buster Mancuso&rsquo\;s Palace Theatre. A few years later\, her c alling as a musician was solidified. \;As a pianist in the Imperial Ja zz Band and the Southern Rhythm Band\, her career took off. She eventually found herself living\, recording\, and performing music in places like Lo s Angeles and New York City\, eventually gaining international recognition while she toured the UK. Nellie Lutcher passed away on June 8\, 2007. Dur ing her lifetime\, Nellie greatly contributed to the world of jazz and rhy thm and blues. She was a trailblazer that influenced generations of musici ans and performers. Lake Charles holds Nellie in eternal reverence through the Nellie Lutcher Cultural District and the Nellie Lutcher Memorial Park \, ensuring her legacy endures. \;To read more about Nellie&rsquo\;s l ife and career\, visit \;64parishes.org/nell ie-lutcher. \;
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center UID:20230808T1837590Z-583899-1679@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230916T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230916T103000 SUMMARY:2023 SWLA Out of the Darkness Walk for Suicide Prevention DESCRIPTION:The SWLA Out of the Darkness Walk for suicide prevention is the largest annual mental health event in Southwest Louisiana. Most people wh o are struggling with their mental health will not die by suicide\, but fo r those who do die by suicide\, research shows that about 90% have a diagn osed or undiagnosed mental illness at the time of their death. It’s also e stimated that for every person who dies by suicide\, 25 people attempt sui cide\; for every adolescent who dies by suicide\, it’s estimated that betw een 100-200 adolescents attempt suicide. Some research indicates that the number could be over 300 adolescents.   For those who are struggling\, our Walk\, the largest annual mental health event in SWLA\, is a visual show of support. We anticipate that we will return to pre-Covid and pre-hurrica ne numbers for the 2023 Walk. We expect that there will be over 1000 walke rs at this year’s event. Each person in attendance will see hundreds of pe ople walking in support of suicide prevention. If someone is struggling in silence\, this event will help them to realize\, at least in the moment\, that they are not alone.   The SWLA Out of the Darkness Walk will be held on Saturday\, September 16th at the Burton Coliseum. We hope that you wil l register and create a team\, consider requesting a resource table at the Walk\, and/or consider sponsoring the Walk this year. This Walk is a fund raiser (and has helped to fund suicide prevention programming here in SWLA ).   Register/Create a Team Everyone in attendance at the Walk must be re gistered. We would like everyone to register as soon as possible so that w e are able to maintain an accurate count of participants. This information is crucial so that we can provide enough water and ice\, for example. To register as an individual walker\, create a team\, or join an existing te am\, please click this link: https://afsp.org/swla X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The SWLA Out of the Darkness Walk for suici de prevention is the largest annual mental health event in Southwest Louis iana. \;Most people who are struggling with their mental health will n ot die by suicide\, but for those who do die by suicide\, research shows t hat about 90% have a diagnosed or undiagnosed mental illness at the time o f their death. It&rsquo\;s also estimated that for every person who dies b y suicide\, 25 people attempt suicide\; for every adolescent who dies by s uicide\, it&rsquo\;s estimated that between 100-200 adolescents attempt su icide. Some research indicates that the number could be over 300 adolescen ts. \; \;

For those who are struggling\, our Walk\, the la rgest annual mental health event in SWLA\, is a visual show of support. We anticipate that we will return to pre-Covid and pre-hurricane numbers for the 2023 Walk. We expect that there will be over 1000 walkers at this yea r&rsquo\;s event. Each person in attendance will see hundreds of people wa lking in support of suicide prevention. If someone is struggling in silenc e\, this event will help them to realize\, at least in the moment\, that t hey are not alone. \; \;

The SWLA Out of the Darkness Walk will be held on Saturday\, September 16th \;at the Burton Coliseum. W e hope that you will register and create a team\, consider requesting a re source table at the Walk\, and/or consider sponsoring the Walk this year. This Walk is a fundraiser (and has helped to fund suicide prevention progr amming here in SWLA). \; \;

Register/Create a Team \;< /p>

Everyone in attendance at the Walk must be registered. We w ould like everyone to register as soon as possible so that we are able to maintain an accurate count of participants. This information is crucial so that we can provide enough water and ice\, for example. \;

To register as an individual walker\, create a team\, or join an existing team\, please click this link: \;https://afsp.org/swla \;

CATEGORIES:For the Family LOCATION:Burton Coliseum UID:20230808T1924170Z-583899-1681@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231106T184500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231106T200000 SUMMARY:MSU Leisure Learning:Ballroom Foxtrot & Waltz DESCRIPTION:This course is designed to bring out the natural dance abilitie s in beginners\, develop their individual styles through personal instruct ion and give the skills to waltz onto any dancefloor with confidence! This class is 5 weeks long meeting on November 6\, 11\, 27\, December 4 and 11 from 6:45 p.m. to 8 p.m. Cost: $59 for singles\; $99 for couples Click he re to register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course is designed to bring out the natural dance abilities in beginners\, devel op their individual styles through personal instruction and give the skill s to waltz onto any dancefloor with confidence!

This class is 5 weeks long meeting on November 6\, 11 \, 27\, December 4 and 11 from 6:45 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Cost: $59 for singles\; $99 for couples

Click here to register online.

CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:Boogie Woogie Ballroom UID:20231027T1530410Z-583899-1699@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231011T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231011T120000 SUMMARY:American Job Center\, Louisiana Workforce Commission Partner to Hos t Quarterly Job Fair on Oct. 11 DESCRIPTION:Are you unemployed or are you looking for a career change? Are you an employer looking for employees? If so\, the American Job Center – R egion V invites you to take part in the Quarterly Job Fair\, which will ta ke place from 9:30 a.m.- noon\, Wednesday\, Oct. 11 in the Lake Charles Ci vic Center’s Exhibition Hall\, 900 Lakeshore Drive. Veterans\, who will b e given priority services\, are asked to arrive at 9 a.m. for exclusive ac cess to employers until 9:30 a.m. The job fair is a great opportunity for employers to meet face-to-face with job seekers and conduct on-site inter views. Job seekers are strongly encouraged to wear business attire and to bring a picture ID and several copies of their current resume. Also\, mak e sure to arrive early to make sure you get the opportunity to meet with e mployers. Pre-registration is not required. The American Job Center also n eeds employers to take part in the job fair. There is no cost for employer s to participate but pre-registration is required. The deadline to sign up is Friday\, Sept. 29. To register\, call 337-721-4010 or email business@l wia51.com. The American Job Center serves Allen\, Beauregard\, Calcasieu\, Cameron\, Jefferson Davis and Vernon parishes. The job fair is sponsored by the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury\, in conjunction with the Workforce D evelopment Board and the Louisiana Workforce Commission. It is funded by t he Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. For more information about t he job fair\, contact the American Job Center at 337-721-4010 or email bus iness@lwia51.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Are you unemployed or are you looking for a career change? Are you an employer looking for employees? \;If so\, the American Job Center &ndash\; Region V invites you to take part in the Quarterly Job Fair\, which will take place from 9:30 a.m.- noon\, Wed nesday\, Oct. 11 in the Lake Charles Civic Center&rsquo\;s Exhibition Hall \, 900 Lakeshore Drive. \;

Veterans\, who will be given pri ority services\, are asked to arrive at 9 a.m. for exclusive access to emp loyers until 9:30 a.m. \;

The job fair is a great opportuni ty for employers to meet face-to-face with job seekers and conduct on-site interviews. \;

Job seekers are strongly encouraged to wear business attire and to bring a picture ID and several copies of their cur rent resume. Also\, make sure to arrive early to make sure you get the opp ortunity to meet with employers. Pre-registration is not required.
The American Job Center also needs employers to take part in the job f air. There is no cost for employers to participate but pre-registration is required. The deadline to sign up is Friday\, Sept. 29. To register\, cal l 337-721-4010 or email \;business@lwia51.com< span>.

The America n Job Center serves Allen\, Beauregard\, Calcasieu\, Cameron\, Jefferson D avis and Vernon parishes. \;

The job fair is s ponsored by the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury\, in conjunction with the Wor kforce Development Board and the Louisiana Workforce Commission. It is fun ded by the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. \;
For more information about the job fair\, contact the American J ob Center at 337-721-4010 or email \;business@lwi a51.com.
CATEGORIES:Career Fairs & Trade Shows LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20230921T1959070Z-583899-1689@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230929 SUMMARY:City of Lake Charles: Skatember DESCRIPTION:Fridays in September 9/1 - 70's 9/8 - 80's 9/29 - 90's X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Fridays in September

9/1 - 70's

9/8 - 80's \;

9/29 - 90's
CATEGORIES:For the Family LOCATION:Civic Center Coliseum UID:20230705T1837020Z-583899-1647@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230930T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230930T120000 SUMMARY:City of Lake Charles: Book It to the Park DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html: CATEGORIES:For the Family LOCATION:Lock Park UID:20230705T1834530Z-583899-1644@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220327T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220327T220000 SUMMARY:Lutcher Theater: An Officer and a Gentleman DESCRIPTION:An Officer And A Gentleman\, a new Broadway musical based on th e 1982 Oscar®-winning film starring Richard Gere\, will make a stop at Lut cher Theater on March 27\, 2022\, at 7 PM. Tickets start at $35 and are av ailable online at lutcher.org. Discounts are available for active military \, students\, and groups of 10 or more. Call the Lutcher Theater Box Offic e at 409.886.5535 for more information or to purchase tickets. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

An Off icer And A Gentleman\, \;a new Broadway musical based on the 1982 Osca r®\;-winning film starring Richard Gere\, will make a stop at Lutcher T heater on March 27\, 2022\, at 7 PM. Tickets start at $35 and are availabl e online at \;lutch er.org. \;Discounts are available for active military\, students\, and groups of 10 or more. \;Call the Lutcher Theater Box Office at 40 9.886.5535 for more information or to purchase tickets.

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CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lutcher Theater UID:20220309T2025130Z-583899-1321@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240424T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240424T123000 SUMMARY:FHF: Resource Information Workshop DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20240417T2100560Z-583899-1773@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230718T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230718T100000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Intermediate Excel DESCRIPTION:Ready to take your Excel skills to the next level? Our 4-hour I ntermediate Excel class is the perfect opportunity to do so! Starting on J uly 18\, 2023\, our experienced instructors will guide you through a compr ehensive curriculum designed to improve your efficiency and effectiveness in Excel. From advanced formulas to time-saving tips and tricks\, you'll l earn everything you need to excel at Excel! Don't miss out on this opportu nity to elevate your skills and take your career to the next level. Click here to register. Cost: $400 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Ready to ta ke your Excel skills to the next level? Our 4-hour Intermediate Excel clas s is the perfect opportunity to do so! Starting on July 18\, 2023\, our ex perienced instructors will guide you through a comprehensive curriculum de signed to improve your efficiency and effectiveness in Excel. From advance d formulas to time-saving tips and tricks\, you'll learn everything you ne ed to excel at Excel! Don't miss out on this opportunity to elevate your s kills and take your career to the next level.

Click h ere to register.

Cost: $400
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20230627T2144370Z-583899-1636@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231129T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231129T113000 SUMMARY:Medicaid Unwind & Navigators for a Healthy Louisiana: Impact On Cl ients and What Resources are Available to Help DESCRIPTION:Each month approximately 140\,000-160\,000 Louisiana Medicaid a ccounts are re-determined. The number of children and families who are ter minated from Medicaid due to lack of response to mailed renewal forms cont inue to grow. Learn about important Medicaid changes and the resources ava ilable to recipients and to those who qualify. Link to Register: https://r egister.gotowebinar.com/register/7122066113104903003 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Each month approximately 140\,000-160 \,000 Louisiana Medicaid accounts are

re-determined. The number of children and families who are terminated from Medicaid due t o lack of response to mailed renewal forms continue to grow.
< p>Learn about important Medicaid changes and the resources available to

recipients and to those who qualify.

Link to Register: \;h ttps://reg ister.gotowebinar.com/register/7122066113104903003
CATEGORIES:Health & Hospitals LOCATION:Online UID:20231113T1904150Z-583899-1707@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231129T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231129T140000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Intro to National Electrical Code DESCRIPTION:This course covers key articles of the NFPA 70\, aka\, The Nati onal Electrical Code\, and an update of 2023 changes. This course is desig ned so that even non-electrical engineers and non-electricians can learn t he basic tenets of the NEC. Download the course outline for more informati on. Hours: 8 Cost: $410 Click here to register X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course covers key articles of th e NFPA 70\, aka\, The National Electrical Code\, and an update of 2023 cha nges. This course is designed so that even non-electrical engineers and no n-electricians can learn the basic tenets of the NEC. Download the course outline for more information.

Hours: 8

Cost: $410

Click here to register \;
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20231102T2104190Z-583899-1701@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230428T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230428T203000 SUMMARY:Movies Under the Stars: Encanto DESCRIPTION:‘Movies Under the Stars’ Skip the movie theater and enjoy four \, free\, family-friendly films during “Movies Under the Stars.” Friday\, April 28 – “Encanto:” This 2021 Disney computer-animated musical fantasy-c omedy follows a family – the Madrigals -- who live in a magical house in t he charming town of Encanto in the Colombian mountains. All the members of this multi-generational family each have magical gifts -- with the except ion of one\, Mirabel (Stephanie Beatriz). But when she discovers that the magic surrounding the Encanto is in danger\, Mirabel decides that she\, th e only “ordinary” Madrigal\, might just be her exceptional family’s last h ope (Rated PG). This movie will be shown at River Bluff Park\, located 543 Theriot Road\, Moss Bluff. All movies will start at 6:30 p.m. but be sur e to get there early to get the best spots. Residents are encouraged to br ing their own blankets and lawn chairs. While free popcorn and cotton cand y will be served at each event\, residents can also bring their own food. Movies will be canceled in the event of inclement weather. Cancellations will be announced before the event on the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury’s w ebsite at calcasieu.gov and on CPPJ’s Facebook\, Twitter\, and Instagram p ages. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
&lsquo\;Movies Under the Stars&rsqu o\; \;

Skip the movie theater and enjoy four\, free\, family-friendly films during &ldquo\;Movies Under the Stars.&rdquo\;

Friday\, April 28 &ndash\; &ldquo\;Encanto:&rdquo\; This 2021 Disney computer-animated musical fantasy-comedy f ollows a family &ndash\; the Madrigals -- who live in a magical house in t he charming town of Encanto in the Colombian mountains. All the members of this multi-generational family each have magical gifts -- with the except ion of one\, Mirabel (Stephanie Beatriz). But when she discovers that the magic surrounding the Encanto is in danger\, Mirabel decides that she\, th e only &ldquo\;ordinary&rdquo\; Madrigal\, might just be her exceptional f amily&rsquo\;s last hope (Rated PG). This movie will be shown at River Blu ff Park\, \;located 543 Theriot Road\, Moss Bluff. \;

All movies will start at 6:30 p.m. but be sure to get there early to g et the best spots. Residents are encouraged to bring their own blankets an d lawn chairs. While free popcorn and cotton candy will be served at each event\, residents can also bring their own food. \;

Movies wil l be canceled in the event of inclement weather. Cancellations will be ann ounced before the event on the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury&rsquo\;s websi te at \;calcasie u.gov \;and on CPPJ&rsquo\;s Facebook\, Twitter\, and Instagram pa ges.
CATEGORIES:For the Family LOCATION:River Bluff Park UID:20230327T1750570Z-583899-1608@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230401T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230401T120000 SUMMARY:Fishing for Fun in the Park DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles Partners in Parks Initiative and Proje ct Build a Future are teaming up with the Southwest Louisiana Master Natur alists\, Calcasieu Parish Public Library and Contraband Fly Casters for a Fishing for Fun in the Park Event on Saturday\, April 1\, 2023\, from 9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. This free\, interactive event will take place at Riverside Park\, located at 1701 Fitzenreiter Rd. Attendees will have the opportun ity to get first-hand fishing lessons\, learn more about the fish and othe r native species that call Riverside Park and the Calcasieu River home. Ga mes\, prizes\, refreshments and more are sure to make this event fun for t he entire family. This event is free and open to the public. For more inf ormation\, call 337-491-1280 or email parks@cityoflc.us. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles Partners in Parks Initiative and Project Build a Future are teaming up with the Southwest Lo uisiana Master Naturalists\, Calcasieu Parish Public Library and Contraban d Fly Casters for a \;Fishing for Fun in the Park \;Event on Saturday\, April 1\, 2023\, from 9:30 a.m. &ndash\; 11 a.m. This free\ , interactive event will take place at Riverside Park\, located at 1701 Fi tzenreiter Rd. \;

Attendees will have the opportunity to get f irst-hand fishing lessons\, learn more about the fish and other native spe cies that call Riverside Park and the Calcasieu River home. Games\, prizes \, refreshments and more are sure to make this event fun for the entire fa mily. \;

This event is free and open to the public. For more i nformation\, call 337-491-1280 or email \;parks@cityoflc.us.
CATEGORIES:For the Family LOCATION:Riverside Park UID:20230327T1800430Z-583899-1609@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231129T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231129T113000 SUMMARY:Medicaid Unwind & Navigators for a Healthy Louisiana: Impact on Cli ents & What Resources Are Available to Help DESCRIPTION:Medicaid Unwind & Navigators for a Healthy Louisiana: Impact on Clients & What Resources Are Available to Help Webinar Wednesday\, Novemb er 29\, 2023 from 10 AM to 11:30 AM Each month approximately 140\,000-160\ ,000 Louisiana Medicaid accounts are re-determined. The number of children and families who are terminated from Medicaid due to a lack of response t o mailed renewal forms continue to grow. During this FREE webinar you will learn about important Medicaid changes and the resources available for re cipients and for others who qualify. Link to Register: https://tinyurl.com /NavigateMedicaidNov29 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Medicaid Unwind &\; Navigators for a Healthy Louisiana: Impact on Clients &\; What R esources Are Available to Help Webinar

Wednesday\, November 29\, 2023 from 10 AM to 11:30 AM

Each month approximately 140\,00 0-160\,000 Louisiana Medicaid accounts are re-determined. The number of ch ildren and families who are terminated from Medicaid due to a lack of resp onse to mailed renewal forms continue to grow.

During this FREE webinar you will learn about important Medicaid changes and the resources available for recipients and for others who qualify.

~~Link to Register: \; https://tinyurl.com/NavigateMedicaidNov29~~

CATEGORIES:Health & Hospitals LOCATION:Online UID:20231121T1907400Z-583899-1710@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231202T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231202T133000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families of SWLA Jolly Holiday Santa Drive Thru DESCRIPTION:Families Helping Families of SWLA Jolly Holiday Santa Drive Thr u at FHF in our Parking Lot Saturday\, December 2\, 2023 from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM at Families Helping Families of SWLA in our Parking Lot\, 324 West Hale Street\, Lake Charles\, LA 70601 A drive thru event for individuals with disabilities and special health care needs living in Southwest Louisi ana. Come see Santa and receive a small gift from your vehicle! This even t is in the parking lot of Families Helping Families of SWLA office\, 324 West Hale Street\, Lake Charles\, LA – Behind Prien Lake Mall Santa and hi s elves will be there to hand out small stockings to everyone with a disab ility that is registered. Must register to attend! Must be present to rece ive small stocking! Please Note: After you register following in US regula r mail\, you will receive a vehicle tag with your arrival time and the num ber of participants to receive a small stocking at the mailing address you provided with registration. To register online use link below or register by phone (337) 436-2570 or 1-800-894-6558. Link to Register: https://tiny url.com/FHFSWLAJollySantaReg2023 Link to Flyer: https://tinyurl.com/FHFSWL AJollySantaFly2023 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Families Helping Families of SWLA Jol ly Holiday Santa Drive Thru at FHF in our Parking Lot

Saturday\, December 2\, 2023 from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM

at Families Helping Families of SWLA in our Parking Lot\,

324 West Hale Street\, Lake Charles\, LA 70601

A dri ve thru event for individuals with disabilities and special health care ne eds living in Southwest Louisiana.

Come see Santa and receive a sm all gift from your vehicle! \;

This event is in the parking lo t of Families Helping Families of SWLA office\, 324 West Hale Street\, Lak e Charles\, LA &ndash\; Behind Prien Lake Mall

Santa and his elves will be there to hand out small stockings to everyone with a disability t hat is registered.

Must register to attend! \;Must be present to receive small stocking!

Please Note: After you register followi ng in US regular mail\, you will receive a vehicle tag with your arrival t ime and the number of participants to receive a small stocking at the mail ing address you provided with registration.

To register onli ne use link below or register

by phone (337) 436-2570 or 1-800-894-6558.

Link to Register: \;https://tinyurl.com/FHFSWLAJollySanta Reg2023

Link to Flyer: \;https://tinyurl.com/FHFSWLAJollySantaFly2023
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Families Helping Families UID:20231121T1906340Z-583899-1708@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231127T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231127T143000 SUMMARY:LACAN Membership & Legislative Training Webinar DESCRIPTION:LACAN Membership & Legislative Training Webinar Monday\, Novemb er 27\, 2023 from 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM Why You will love it: •         Meet Other Advocates for People With Disabilities •         Learn About LACAN's Upcoming Advocacy Efforts for the next Legislative Session •         Pick Up Tips On How To Advocate On State Level Link to Register: https://tinyu rl.com/LACAN-MTNov27R X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

LACAN Membership &\; Legislative Training Webinar

Monday\, Novembe r 27\, 2023 from 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM

Why You will love it:

&bull\; \; \; \; \; \; \ ; \; \; \;Meet Other Advocates for People With Disabilities

&bull\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \ ; \; \;Learn About LACAN's Upcoming Advocacy Efforts for the next Legislative Session

&bull\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \;Pick Up Tips On How To Advocate On St ate Level

Link to Register:&nbs p\;https://tinyurl.com/LACAN-MTNov27R

CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Online UID:20231121T1906010Z-583899-1709@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231204T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231204T160000 SUMMARY:Get Ready to Vote Your Vote Matters – In Person Training for People with Disabilities DESCRIPTION:Get Ready to Vote Your Vote Matters – In Person Training for Pe ople with Disabilities Monday\, December 4\, 2023 from 1 PM to 4 PM at the Calcasieu Parish Central Library\, 301 W Claude St\, Lake Charles\, LA 70 605 You will learn about the process of voting\, accommodations and assist ance for voting\, voting rights and responsibilities for people with disab ilities and more. The Secretary of State's office will provide a demonstra tion & there will be an opportunity for hands on experience. Link to Regis ter: https://tinyurl.com/PFVoteTrainingDec4-2023 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Get Ready to Vot e Your Vote Matters &ndash\; In Person Training for People with Disabiliti es

Monday\, December 4\, 2023 from 1 PM to 4 PM

at the Calcasieu Parish Central Library\, 301 W Claude St\, Lake Charles\, LA 70605

You will learn about the process of voting\, accommodations and assistance for voting\, voting rights and responsibilities for people with disabilities and more.

The Secretary of State's office will provide a demonstration &\; there will be an opportunity for hand s on experience.

Link to Register: \;https://tinyurl.com/PFVoteTrainingDec4-2 023

CATEGORIES:Health & Hospitals LOCATION:Calcasieu Library UID:20231121T1908450Z-583899-1711@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230717T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230717T160000 SUMMARY:Southwest Louisiana Out of the Darkness Walk DESCRIPTION:the 2023 Southwest Louisiana Out of the Darkness Walk will be h eld on Saturday\, September 16\, at the Burton Coliseum in Lake Charles\, Louisiana. Why might you want to join the SWLA Out of the Darkness Walk? W e walk in remembrance! Create a Walk team or come as a participant in reme mbrance of a loved one lost. We walk for awareness! Join us on Walk Day to learn more about local resource agencies\, available learning opportuniti es\, and to participate in a variety of self-care activities. We walk for advocacy! You are not alone! Join us on Walk Day to demonstrate our collec tive support to #StopSuicide. Our goal this year is 988 walk participants to promote the #988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. How do you register? To l earn more about our Walk\, register as a participant\, or create a team\, visit our site at https://afsp.org/swla When should you register for the w alk? Today! Registering now allows you to build your team\, create a team t-shirt\, etc. The SWLA Walk is led by local community members. Registerin g early allows us to better serve you on Walk Day with adequate resources and supplies. The team with the most participants in attendance on Walk Da y will lead the first lap of the walk! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
the 2023 Southwest Louisiana Out of the Dar kness Walk will be held on \;Saturday\, September 16\, \;at the Bu rton Coliseum in Lake Charles\, Louisiana.

Why might you wan t to join the SWLA Out of the Darkness Walk?

We walk in rem embrance! \;Create a Walk team or come as a participant in remembrance of a loved one lost.

We walk for awareness! \;Join us on Walk Day to learn more about local resource agencies\, available learning oppo rtunities\, and to participate in a variety of self-care activities.

We walk for advocacy! \;You are not alone! Join us on Walk Day to d emonstrate our collective support to #StopSuicide. Our goal this year is 9 88 walk participants to promote the #988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.

How do you register?

To learn more about our Walk \, register as a participant\, or create a team\, visit our site at \; htt ps://afsp.org/swla

When should you register for the walk?

Today! \;Registering now allows you to b uild your team\, create a team t-shirt\, etc. The SWLA Walk is led by loca l community members. Registering early allows us to better serve you on Wa lk Day with adequate resources and supplies.

The team with the mos t participants in attendance on Walk Day will lead the first lap of the wa lk!
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Bur UID:20230717T2022100Z-583899-1662@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230405T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230405T140000 SUMMARY:FHF: Preparing for Life After High School DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20230327T1809370Z-583899-1611@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230420T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230420T110000 SUMMARY:FHF: No More Summer Slide DESCRIPTION:No More Summer Slide Webinar10 AM to 11 AM -- Thursday\, April 20\, 2023 Link to Register: https://tinyurl.com/SummerSlideApr20 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

< span>No More Summer Slide Webinar10 AM to 11 AM -- Thursday\, April 20\, 2023
Link to Register: \;https://tinyurl.com/SummerSlideApr20
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:On UID:20230327T1811370Z-583899-1613@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230428T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230428T130000 SUMMARY:FHF: Waivers made simple DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Health & Hospitals LOCATION:Online UID:20230327T1808450Z-583899-1610@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221025T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221025T200000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Excel Intermediate DESCRIPTION:Excel is the industry leading spreadsheet software program. Yet most people are not using Excel to its fullest potential. In this class\, you will better understand and appreciate the versatility of Excel and ho w to use it more robustly as a date management tool. Hours: 4 (over 2 nigh ts\, 10/25 and 10/26) Cost: $400 Click here to learn more or register onli ne. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Excel is th e industry leading spreadsheet software program. Yet most people are not u sing Excel to its fullest potential. In this class\, you will better under stand and appreciate the versatility of Excel and how to use it more robus tly as a date management tool.

Hours: 4 (over 2 nights\, 10/25 and 10/26)

Cost: $400

Click here to learn mo re or register online. \;
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20221010T2045150Z-583899-1480@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221024T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221024T160000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Intermediate Applied Vibration Analysis – ISO Category II DESCRIPTION:Students will learn how to specify basic FFT parameters\, estab lish initial alarm set points\, and perform fundamental signature and phas e analysis. This class is intended for maintenance technicians and enginee rs who want an intermediate course in vibration analysis. A minimum of a s econdary education diploma or equivalent is recommended. The course follow s Category II Guidelines established by ISO 18436-2\, “Condition monitorin g and diagnostics of machine – Requirements for training and certification of personnel – Part 2: Vibration condition monitoring and diagnostics.” T his class is from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.\, Monday to Friday the week of October 24. It is 40 hours long with 4 CEUs. Cost: $2000 (includes breakfast item s & lunch) Exam Cost: $350 Click here to register or learn more. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Students wi ll learn how to specify basic FFT parameters\, establish initial alarm set points\, and perform fundamental signature and phase analysis. This class is intended for maintenance technicians and engineers who want an interme diate course in vibration analysis.

A minimum of a secondary education diploma or equivalent is recom mended.

The course follows Category II Guidelines established by ISO 18436-2\, &ldquo\;Condition moni toring and diagnostics of machine &ndash\; Requirements for training and c ertification of personnel &ndash\; Part 2: Vibration condition monitoring and diagnostics.&rdquo\;

Th is class is from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.\, Monday to Friday the week of October 2 4. It is 40 hours long with 4 CEUs. \;

Cost: $2000 (includes breakfast items &\; lunch)

Exam Cost: $350

~~Click here to register or learn more.~~
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Engineering & Tech Labs Building\, Room 111 UID:20221010T2042200Z-583899-1479@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221029T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221029T150000 SUMMARY:Boo Bash with Keller Williams DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:For the Family LOCATION:Keller Williams Realty UID:20221018T1440320Z-583899-1478@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221022 SUMMARY:Ethel Precht Hope Breast Cancer Walk of West Calcasieu Cameron Hosp ital DESCRIPTION:The Ethel Precht Hope Breast Cancer Walk of West Calcasieu Came ron Hospital (WCCH) returns this October. The walk provides a chance to ce lebrate survivors and remember those who courageously fought breast cancer . On Saturday\, October 22\, the WCCH Foundation will proudly host the 202 2 Ethel Precht HOPE Breast Cancer Walk of WCCH for the first time since 20 19. The walk will be held at the Lake Charles Civic Center Amphitheater. B ecome a sponsor. Make a difference in the lives of those who have to endur e the battle of breast cancer. To sponsor\, visit ethelbreastcancerwalk.or g or call 337-527-4144. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

The Ethel Pr echt Hope Breast Cancer Walk of West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital (WCCH) ret urns this October. The walk provides a chance to celebrate survivors and remember those who courageously fought breast cancer. On Saturday\, October 22\, the WCCH Foundation will proudly host the 2022 Et hel Precht HOPE Breast Cancer Walk of WCCH for the first time since 2019. The walk will be held at the Lake Charles Civic Center Amphitheater.

Become a sponsor. Ma ke a difference in the lives of those who have to endure the battle of breast cancer. To sponsor\, visit et helbreastcancerwalk.org or call 337-527-4144.
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20220822T1952260Z-583899-1444@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230916T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230916T223000 SUMMARY:Southwest Louisiana Out of the Darkness Walk DESCRIPTION:the 2023 Southwest Louisiana Out of the Darkness Walk will be h eld on Saturday\, September 16\, at the Burton Coliseum in Lake Charles\, Louisiana. Why might you want to join the SWLA Out of the Darkness Walk? W e walk in remembrance! Create a Walk team or come as a participant in reme mbrance of a loved one lost. We walk for awareness! Join us on Walk Day to learn more about local resource agencies\, available learning opportuniti es\, and to participate in a variety of self-care activities. We walk for advocacy! You are not alone! Join us on Walk Day to demonstrate our collec tive support to #StopSuicide. Our goal this year is 988 walk participants to promote the #988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. How do you register? To l earn more about our Walk\, register as a participant\, or create a team\, visit our site at https://afsp.org/swla When should you register for the w alk? Today! Registering now allows you to build your team\, create a team t-shirt\, etc. The SWLA Walk is led by local community members. Registerin g early allows us to better serve you on Walk Day with adequate resources and supplies. The team with the most participants in attendance on Walk Da y will lead the first lap of the walk! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
the 2023 Southwest Louisiana Out of the Dar kness Walk will be held on \;Saturday\, September 16\, \;at the Bu rton Coliseum in Lake Charles\, Louisiana.

Why might you wan t to join the SWLA Out of the Darkness Walk?

We walk in rem embrance! \;Create a Walk team or come as a participant in remembrance of a loved one lost.

We walk for awareness! \;Join us on Walk Day to learn more about local resource agencies\, available learning oppo rtunities\, and to participate in a variety of self-care activities.

We walk for advocacy! \;You are not alone! Join us on Walk Day to d emonstrate our collective support to #StopSuicide. Our goal this year is 9 88 walk participants to promote the #988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.

How do you register?

To learn more about our Walk \, register as a participant\, or create a team\, visit our site at \; htt ps://afsp.org/swla

When should you register for the walk?

Today! \;Registering now allows you to b uild your team\, create a team t-shirt\, etc. The SWLA Walk is led by loca l community members. Registering early allows us to better serve you on Wa lk Day with adequate resources and supplies.

The team with the mos t participants in attendance on Walk Day will lead the first lap of the wa lk!
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:Burton Coliseum UID:20230717T2023030Z-583899-1663@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220614T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220614T200000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Fired Heaters DESCRIPTION:This course will cover the arrangement\, components\, refractor y design and data sheets of industrial fired heaters. In arrangements\, th e fired heater components will be defined and described. API 560 for Fired Heaters for General Refinery Service\, and associated Data Sheets 8 a.m. to noon CEUs: .4 Cost: $350 Click here for more information and to regist er online X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course will cover the arrangement\, co mponents\, refractory design and data sheets of industrial fired heaters. In arrangements\, the fired heater components will be defined and describe d. API 560 for Fired Heaters for General Refinery Service\, and associated Data Sheets

8 a.m. to noon

CEUs: .4

Cost: $350&nb sp\;

Click here for more informat ion and to register online
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20220203T1415560Z-583899-1277@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220606 SUMMARY:IIEC: Precision Maintenance Skills 1 DESCRIPTION:Learn How to Easily Double or Triple Rotating Equipment Life by making vibration much lower through the elimination of common assembly er rors and adherence to rigid precision installation\, rebuild\, and mainten ance standards which we will show you how to achieve with little or no ext ra down time. Week of June 6 - 9 7:30 to 5:30 Cost: $2\,295 (includes brea kfast and lunch) Learn More & Register Online X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Learn How to Easily Double or Triple Rotati ng Equipment Life by making vibration much lower through the elimination o f common assembly errors and adherence to rigid precision installation\, r ebuild\, and maintenance standards which we will show you how to achieve w ith little or no extra down time.

Week of June 6 - 9

7:30 to 5:30

Cost: $2\,295 (includes breakfast and lunch)

Learn More &\; Register On line
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20220203T1414110Z-583899-1276@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230216T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230216T140000 SUMMARY:FHF: Postsecondary Options & LAPIE for People with Disabilities DESCRIPTION:Dr. Beckers is a Professor/Director of Lions Connected at South eastern Louisiana University. We'll learn about Postsecondary Education\, also referred to as Inclusive Higher Education. These are programs that pr ovide access to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to postsecondary education. Link to Register: https://tinyurl.com/yx5wrcev X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Dr. Beckers is a Professor/Director o f Lions Connected at Southeastern Louisiana University. We'll learn about Postsecondary Education\, also referred to as Inclusive Higher Education. These are programs that provide access to people with intellectual and dev elopmental disabilities to postsecondary education.
Link to Register: \;https://tinyurl.com/yx5wrcev
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Online UID:20230130T1537500Z-583899-1545@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230216T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230216T140000 SUMMARY:FHF: Postsecondary Options & LAPIE for People with Disabilities DESCRIPTION:Dr. Beckers is a Professor/Director of Lions Connected at South eastern Louisiana University. We'll learn about Postsecondary Education\, also referred to as Inclusive Higher Education. These are programs that pr ovide access to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to postsecondary education. Link to Register: https://tinyurl.com/yx5wrcev X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Dr. Beckers is a Professor/Director o f Lions Connected at Southeastern Louisiana University. We'll learn about Postsecondary Education\, also referred to as Inclusive Higher Education. These are programs that provide access to people with intellectual and dev elopmental disabilities to postsecondary education.
Link to Register: \;https://tinyurl.com/yx5wrcev
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Online UID:20230130T1548560Z-583899-1546@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231207T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231207T110000 SUMMARY:The Bridge from High School to Postsecondary Services Webinar DESCRIPTION:The Bridge from High School to Postsecondary Services Webinar T hursday\, December 7\, 2023 from 10 AM to 11 AM In this webinar\, we will assist you to understand the Individual Transition Plan (ITP) process as i t pertains to postsecondary education and other related services. We will also provide an overview of programs and resources available to your child entering postsecondary education or employment. Link to Register: https:/ /tinyurl.com/BridgeDec7 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

The Bridge from High School to Postsecondary Services Webinar

Thursday\, December 7\, 2023 from 10 AM to 11 AM

In t his webinar\, we will assist you to understand the Individual Transition P lan (ITP) process as it pertains to postsecondary education and other rela ted services. We will also provide an overview of programs and resources a vailable to your child entering postsecondary education or employment.

Link to Register: \;https://tinyurl.com/BridgeDec7< /a>

CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20231121T1909350Z-583899-1712@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231208T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231208T120000 SUMMARY:Dr. Steven Hale to Discuss Joint Pain and Treatment Options at Free Seminar DESCRIPTION:Steven Hale MD\, orthopaedic surgeon with the Center for Orthop aedics and medical director of the Joint Replacement Center of Louisiana\, will be the guest speaker at a joint pain seminar on Friday\, December 8\ , at The Villages of Imperial Pointe in Lake Charles.  The seminar will be gin at 11 am and lunch will be served. Many people accept joint pain as a normal part of aging. Others put off seeking treatment due to fear of sur gery. Fortunately\, today\, there are many non-surgical treatment options that can provide real relief\, along with newer\, innovative joint replace ment surgical techniques\, including MAKO SmartRobotics™\, that offer impr oved outcomes with shorter recovery times. Dr. Hale will answer questions and discuss advanced treatment options for hip and knee arthritis. Seatin g for the seminar is limited and pre-registration is requested. The semina r will take place in the activity room of The Villages of Imperial Pointe\ , located at 1717 Imperial Blvd. in Lake Charles. Lunch will be prepared b y the executive chef at The Villages\, a new\, resort-style retirement com munity. Call 1-888-STRYKER to pre-register or register online at https:// patients.stryker.com/seminars . X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Steven Hale MD\, orthopaedic surgeon with t he Center for Orthopaedics and medical director of the Joint Replacement C enter of Louisiana\, will be the guest speaker at a joint pain seminar on Friday\, December 8\, at The Villages of Imperial Pointe in Lake Charles.& nbsp\; \;The seminar will begin at 11 am and lunch will be served.&nbs p\;

Many people accept joint pain as a normal part of aging. Other s put off seeking treatment due to fear of surgery. Fortunately\, today\, there are many non-surgical treatment options that can provide real relief \, along with newer\, innovative joint replacement surgical techniques\, i ncluding MAKO SmartRobotics&trade\;\, that offer improved outcomes with sh orter recovery times. Dr. Hale will answer questions and discuss advanced treatment options for hip and knee arthritis. \;

Seating for t he seminar is limited and pre-registration is requested. The seminar will take place in the activity room of The Villages of Imperial Pointe\, locat ed at 1717 Imperial Blvd. in Lake Charles. Lunch will be prepared by the e xecutive chef at The Villages\, a new\, resort-style retirement community. \;

Call 1-888-STRYKER to pre-register or register online at&n bsp\;https://patients.stryker.com/seminars \;.
CATEGORIES:Health & Hospitals LOCATION:The Villages of Imperial Pointe UID:20231121T1911230Z-583899-1713@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230802T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230802T120000 SUMMARY:Learn the Ins & Outs of EarlySteps DESCRIPTION:Learn the Ins & Outs of EarlySteps Webinar Wednesday\, August 2 \, 2023 from 11 AM to 12 PM Register Today! Join China Guillory\, EarlySte ps Community Outreach Specialist\, as she explains how to help you and you r child get the most out of your experience from the EarlySteps services p rovided. Link to Register: https://tinyurl.com/ESIOR8-2 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Learn the Ins &\; Outs of EarlySte ps Webinar

Wednesday\, August 2\, 2023 from 11 AM to 12 PM

Register Today!

J oin China Guillory\, EarlySteps Community Outreach Specialist\,

as she explains how to help you and your child get the most out of

your experience from the EarlySteps services prov ided.

Link to Regi ster: \;https://tinyurl.com/ESIOR8-2
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20230731T1408470Z-583899-1668@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230907T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230907T160000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Lean Six Sigma Green Belt DESCRIPTION:A comprehensive Lean Six Sigma training program specifically de signed for Team Leads\, Supervisors\, Managers\, and Top Leadership\, as w ell as individuals who aspire to reach Green Belt or Black Belt level. Thi s program will empower participants to execute improvements within their s pan of control on a daily basis. Through a combination of theory and pract ical exercises\, attendees will learn to make data-driven decisions\, solv e problems\, and identify and remove wastes. Cost: $1\,695 Click here to register for this Live Webinar. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
A comprehen sive Lean Six Sigma training program specifically designed for Team Leads\ , Supervisors\, Managers\, and Top Leadership\, as well as individuals who aspire to reach Green Belt or Black Belt level. This program will empower participants to execute improvements within their span of control on a da ily basis. Through a combination of theory and practical exercises\, atten dees will learn to make data-driven decisions\, solve problems\, and ident ify and remove wastes. \;

Cost: $1\,695

Click here to register for this Live Webinar.

CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:Online UID:20230802T1906020Z-583899-1673@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230325T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230325T120000 SUMMARY:Animal Services to Host Drive-thru Rabies Vaccination & Microchippi ng Clinic DESCRIPTION:Calcasieu Parish Animal Services has announced that the drive-t hru rabies clinics in Sulphur and Lake Charles are back. Clinic dates\, t imes\, and locations: 7a.m. – noon\, Saturday\, March 4:   Burton Coliseum Complex parking lot\, 7001 Gulf Highway\, Lake Charles. 7 a.m. - noon\, S aturday\, March 25: West-Cal Arena & Events Center parking lot\, 401 Arena Road\, Sulphur. The vaccination and licensing fee for an animal who is a lready spayed or neutered is $8. For an unaltered pet\, the fee is $10. Mi crochipping will also be available at the clinics. Residents can pay with cash or checks only – no debit or credit cards will be accepted. All cat s must be in portable kennels. State and parish codes require all dogs an d cats over three months of age be vaccinated and licensed. These drive-th ru clinics help prevent the spread of the rabies infection and once vaccin ated\, your pet is required to wear a rabies license tag. Cat owners are e ncouraged to place the tags on breakaway collars. A reminder to residents that the legal definition of a pet owner is “any person\, business or ent ity that provides care\, harbors\, acts as custodian\, or permits an anima l to remain on or about his premises.” In the event someone is bitten\, th is owner could be held responsible. For more information\, contact Animal Services at 337-721-3730 or visit www.calcasieu.gov. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Calcasieu Parish Animal Services has announ ced that the drive-thru rabies clinics in Sulphur and Lake Charles are bac k. \;

Clinic dates\, times\, and locations:

7a.m. &ndash\; noon\, Saturday\, March 4: \; \; \;Burton Coliseum Complex parking lot\, 7001 Gulf Highway\, Lake Charles.< /li>
7 a.m. - noon\, Saturday\, March 25: \;West -Cal Arena &\; Events Center parking lot\, \;401 Arena Road\, Sulph ur. \;

The vaccination and licensing fee for an animal who is already spayed or neutered is $8. For an unaltered pet\, the fee i s $10. Microchipping will also be available at the clinics. \;

Residents can pay with cash or checks only &ndash\; no debit or credit ca rds will be accepted. \;

All cats must be in portable kennels. \;

State and parish codes require all dogs and cats over thre e months of age be vaccinated and licensed. These drive-thru clinics help prevent the spread of the rabies infection and once vaccinated\, your pet is required to wear a rabies license tag. Cat owners are encouraged to pla ce the tags on breakaway collars. \;

A reminder to residents t hat the legal definition of a pet owner is &ldquo\;any person\, business o r entity that provides care\, harbors\, acts as custodian\, or permits an animal to remain on or about his premises.&rdquo\; In the event someone is bitten\, this owner could be held responsible. \;

For more in formation\, contact Animal Services at 337-721-3730 or visit \;www.calcasieu.gov.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:West Cal Events Center UID:20230301T2138290Z-583899-1597@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230216T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230216T160000 SUMMARY:5 Steps to Secure Financing DESCRIPTION:This webinar is designed for entrepreneurs that want to underst and what is needed to secure financing for their business. Learn: To ident ify and assess the financial needs of your business\, Identify sources of capital\, How to prepare the essential documents for a lender\, and How to answer the key questions lenders ask Click here to learn more X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This webin ar is designed for entrepreneurs that want to understand what is needed to secure financing for their business. Learn: To identify and assess the fi nancial needs of your business\, Identify sources of capital\, How to prep are the essential documents for a lender\, and How to answer the key quest ions lenders ask

Click here to learn more
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20230130T1556040Z-583899-1549@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230304T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230304T120000 SUMMARY:Animal Services to Host Drive-thru Rabies Vaccination & Microchippi ng Clinic DESCRIPTION:Calcasieu Parish Animal Services has announced that the drive-t hru rabies clinics in Sulphur and Lake Charles are back. Clinic dates\, t imes\, and locations: 7a.m. – noon\, Saturday\, March 4:   Burton Coliseum Complex parking lot\, 7001 Gulf Highway\, Lake Charles. 7 a.m. - noon\, S aturday\, March 25: West-Cal Arena & Events Center parking lot\, 401 Arena Road\, Sulphur. The vaccination and licensing fee for an animal who is a lready spayed or neutered is $8. For an unaltered pet\, the fee is $10. Mi crochipping will also be available at the clinics. Residents can pay with cash or checks only – no debit or credit cards will be accepted. All cat s must be in portable kennels. State and parish codes require all dogs an d cats over three months of age be vaccinated and licensed. These drive-th ru clinics help prevent the spread of the rabies infection and once vaccin ated\, your pet is required to wear a rabies license tag. Cat owners are e ncouraged to place the tags on breakaway collars. A reminder to residents that the legal definition of a pet owner is “any person\, business or ent ity that provides care\, harbors\, acts as custodian\, or permits an anima l to remain on or about his premises.” In the event someone is bitten\, th is owner could be held responsible. For more information\, contact Animal Services at 337-721-3730 or visit www.calcasieu.gov. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Calcasieu Parish Animal Services has announ ced that the drive-thru rabies clinics in Sulphur and Lake Charles are bac k. \;

Clinic dates\, times\, and locations:

7a.m. &ndash\; noon\, Saturday\, March 4: \; \; \;Burton Coliseum Complex parking lot\, 7001 Gulf Highway\, Lake Charles.< /li>
7 a.m. - noon\, Saturday\, March 25: \;West -Cal Arena &\; Events Center parking lot\, \;401 Arena Road\, Sulph ur. \;

The vaccination and licensing fee for an animal who is already spayed or neutered is $8. For an unaltered pet\, the fee i s $10. Microchipping will also be available at the clinics. \;

Residents can pay with cash or checks only &ndash\; no debit or credit ca rds will be accepted. \;

All cats must be in portable kennels. \;

State and parish codes require all dogs and cats over thre e months of age be vaccinated and licensed. These drive-thru clinics help prevent the spread of the rabies infection and once vaccinated\, your pet is required to wear a rabies license tag. Cat owners are encouraged to pla ce the tags on breakaway collars. \;

A reminder to residents t hat the legal definition of a pet owner is &ldquo\;any person\, business o r entity that provides care\, harbors\, acts as custodian\, or permits an animal to remain on or about his premises.&rdquo\; In the event someone is bitten\, this owner could be held responsible. \;

For more in formation\, contact Animal Services at 337-721-3730 or visit \;www.calcasieu.gov.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Burton Coliseum UID:20230301T2137560Z-583899-1596@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220505T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220505T193000 SUMMARY:Barrister Bingo DESCRIPTION:   5:30 at the Pioneer Club Contact the Law Center for ticket p urchases and more information 337-436-3308 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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5:30 at the Pioneer Club

Contact \;the Law Cen ter for ticket purchases and more information 337-436-3308
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:The Pioneer Club UID:20220411T1845430Z-583899-1328@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240410T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240410T110000 SUMMARY:Supporting Your Child's Literacy Development in Preschool Webinar DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20240408T2131430Z-583899-1771@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230708T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230708T210000 SUMMARY:Summer Pops – Louisiana Saturday Night DESCRIPTION:Join the Lake Charles Symphony Saturday\, July 8th\, 2023\, for a concert unlike any other. This year the Lake Charles Symphony is presen ting “Louisiana Saturday Night” celebrating all things Louisiana featuring \, Lake Charles native and Grammy Nominated\, Sean Ardoin and Kreole Rock & Soul. In collaboration with Sean\, the Lake Charles Symphony has commiss ioned Orchestral music to accompany Sean’s Zydecajun music. This will be u nique to our area and Sean\, since this is his first time performing with a full orchestra. For over 30 years\, Summer Pops married classical music with contemporary artists to present a spectacular musical event for all a ges. The Lake Charles Symphony is excited to offer this event to the great er SWLA community and beyond. The event with take place at the Lake Charle s Civic Center on Saturday\, July 8th\, with the door opening at 6pm and t he concert beginning at 7pm. Sponsorship tables and general admission stad ium seating are available for purchase at https://www.lcsymphony.com/conce rt-tickets. Be sure to follow the Lake Charles Symphony’s Facebook page to receive the latest information on programming and events at facebook.com/ lcsymphony. Come spend a “Louisiana Saturday Night” with the Lake Charles Symphony and Les Bon Temps Rouler! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join the Lake Charles Symphony Saturday\, J uly 8th\, 2023\, for a concert unlike any other. This year \;the Lake Charles Symphony is presenting &ldquo\;Louisiana Saturday Night&rdquo\; ce lebrating all things \;Louisiana featuring\, Lake Charles native and G rammy Nominated\, Sean Ardoin and Kreole Rock \;&\; Soul.

I n collaboration with Sean\, the Lake Charles Symphony has commissioned Orc hestral music to \;accompany Sean&rsquo\;s Zydecajun music. This will be unique to our area and Sean\, since this is his \;first time perfor ming with a full orchestra. For over 30 years\, Summer Pops married classi cal \;music with contemporary artists to present a spectacular musical event for all ages.

The Lake Charles Symphony is excited to offer this event to the greater SWLA community and \;beyond. The event with take place at the Lake Charles Civic Center on Saturday\, July 8th\, with the door opening at 6pm and the concert beginning at 7pm. Sponsorship tab les and general admission stadium seating are available for purchase at ht tps://www.lcsymphony.com/concert-tickets. Be sure to follow the Lake Charl es Symphony&rsquo\;s Facebook page to receive the latest information on pr ogramming and events at facebook.com/lcsymphony.

Come spend a &ldq uo\;Louisiana Saturday Night&rdquo\; with the Lake Charles Symphony and Le s Bon Temps \;Rouler!
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20230523T2036500Z-583899-1623@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221115T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221115T193000 SUMMARY:Pocket Journal Workshop DESCRIPTION:McNeese's Leiasure Learning is hosting a Pocket Journal Worksho p on Nov 15. Attendees will Learn to make their own pocket-sized blank jou rnal with RosemaryJesionowski. Perfect for on-the-go notes\, gifts\, or to keep on your nightstand! Cost: $60 Click here to learn more or register o nline. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese's L eiasure Learning is hosting a Pocket Journal Workshop on Nov 15.

Attendees will \;Learn to make t heir own pocket-sized blank journal with RosemaryJesionowski. Perfect for on-the-go notes\, gifts\, or to keep on your nightstand!

~~Cost: $60~~

Click here to learn more or register online. \;

CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:SFA Room 130 UID:20221011T1434250Z-583899-1481@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220609T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220609T203000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Construction Management DESCRIPTION:An introductory course in performing material take-offs\, devel oping crew pricing\, and methods for pricing and bidding construction proj ects. Basic knowledge of blueprint reading is desirable. This class is 5 h ours and provides .5 CEUs. Cost: $275 Click here to learn more and registe r online X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

An int roductory course in performing material take-offs\, developing crew pricin g\, and methods for pricing and bidding construction projects. Basic knowl edge of blueprint reading is desirable.

This class is 5 hours and provides .5 CEUs.

Cost: $275

Click here to learn more and register online
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20220526T1429410Z-583899-1388@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221012 SUMMARY:IIEC: Journal Bearing Analysis DESCRIPTION:In this course students will learn the basic principles of jour nal bearing design and rotor dynamics in order to apply analysis technique s using time waveform\, FFT spectra\, orbits\, shaft centerline plots\, an d load path plots. Accelerometer and proximity probe vibration data as wel l as dynamic strain data are covered. Wednesday and Thursday\, October 1 2 -13 All Day 16 Hours\, 1.6 CEUs Cost: $900 LEARN MORE and Register O nline X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

In this course students will learn the basic principles of journal bearing design and rotor dynamics i n order to apply analysis techniques using time waveform\, FFT spectra\, o rbits\, shaft centerline plots\, and load path plots. Accelerometer and pr oximity probe vibration data as well as dynamic strain data are covered.
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Wednesday and Thursday\, October 12 -13
All Day

16 Hours\, 1.6 CEUs

Cost: $900
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LEARN MORE \;and Register Online< /div>

CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Engineering & Tech Labs Building UID:20220203T1459090Z-583899-1281@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220720T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220720T200000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Construction Management Series: Cost Tracking & Cost Control DESCRIPTION:An introductory course on tracking construction costs and time\ , analyzing if project is over/under running on time and costs\, plus pred icting\, using progress\, the end cost of a project and comparing it to bu dget. This class is 4 hours and provides .4 CEUs. Cost: $250 Click here to more information and to register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
An introductory course on tracking construc tion costs and time\, analyzing if project is over/under running on time a nd costs\, plus predicting\, using progress\, the end cost of a project an d comparing it to budget.

This class is 4 hours and provides .4 CE Us.

Cost: $250

Click here to more information and to register online. \;
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20220526T1431510Z-583899-1389@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230608T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230608T130000 SUMMARY:West Cal Chamber of Commerce Monthly Business Luncheon DESCRIPTION:June Monthly Business Luncheon Date: Thursday\, June 8\, 2023Ti me: 12pm -1pmDoors Open @11:30am** Location:**West Cal Events Center Gues t Speaker Angela GuthPresident/CEO Better Business Bureau YOU MUST REGISTE R AND PAY BEFORE THE EVENT!!!LIMITED SEATING AVAILABLE!!! Did you know you can showcase your business at one of our monthly luncheons by purchasing a show case table?Message lena@westcal.org to learn more. Email for Detail s X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
June Monthly Business \;Luncheon< /span>
Date: \;Thursday\, June 8\, 2023 Time: \;12pm -1pmDoors Open @11:30am** Location:**West Cal Events Center

\;Guest Speaker
Angela GuthPresident/C EO Better Business Bureau

YOU MUST REGISTER AND PAY BEFORE THE EVENT!!!LIMITED SEATIN G AVAILABLE!!!

Did you know you can showcase your business at one of our monthly luncheons by purchasing a show case table?Message \;lena@westcal.org \ ;to learn more.

Email for Details

CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:West Cal Events Center UID:20230518T1406210Z-583899-1622@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220330T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220330T113000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Excavation Training DESCRIPTION:This training is intended to provide awareness level instructio n for any employees working in and around excavation hazards at any work s ite in construction. Hours: 4 Cost: $99 Click here to learn more and to re gister online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

This t raining is intended to provide awareness level instruction for any employe es working in and around excavation hazards at any work site in constructi on.

Hours: 4

Cost: $99

Click here to learn more and to register online. \;

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CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20220309T2108020Z-583899-1323@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230227T184500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230227T200000 SUMMARY:Ballroom Foxtrot / Waltz DESCRIPTION:The supple grace and classical precision of ballroom dancing ca ptivates us\, yet leaves us doubtful that we could move with such fluidity . Well\, doubt no longer! This course is designed to bring out the natura l dance abilities in beginners\, develop their individual styles through p ersonal instruction and give the skills to waltz onto any dance floor with confidence. This class is 5 weeks long and meets at the dates listed belo w and at the times listed below. Event Dates: 2/27/2023\, 3/6/2023\, 3/13/ 2023\, 3/20/2023\, 3/27/2023 Event Start Time: 6:45 PM Event End Time: 8:0 0 PM Event Cost: $59.00 for singles and $99 for couples Click here to lear n more X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The supple grace and classical precision of ballroom dancing captivates us\, yet leaves us doubtful that we could mov e with such fluidity. Well\, doubt no longer! \;

This course i s designed to bring out the natural dance abilities in beginners\, develop their individual styles through personal instruction and give the skills to waltz onto any dance floor with confidence.

This class is 5 weeks long and meets at the dates listed below and at the times listed below.

Event Dates: \;2/27/2023\, 3/ 6/2023\, 3/13/2023\, 3/20/2023\, 3/27/2023

Event Star t Time: \;6:45 PM

Event End Time: \;8:00 PM

Event Cost: \;$59.00 for singles and $99 for couples

Click here to learn more
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement UID:20230104T1620090Z-583899-1523@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230123T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230123T101500 SUMMARY:Jitterbug: Single Time Swing DESCRIPTION:Jitterbug is one of the most popular styles of dance. Learn the basics and then several patterns that you can take with you to your next dance. Classes start on January 23 and are from 6:45 p.m. to 8 p.m. There are four classes. Cost: $49 for singles\, and $89 for couples Click here t o learn more X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Jitterbug is one of the most popular styles of dance. Learn the basics and then several patterns that you can t ake with you to your next dance.

Classes start on Jan uary 23 and are from 6:45 p.m. to 8 p.m.

There are fo ur classes.

Cost: $49 for singles\, and $89 for coupl es

Cl ick here to learn more

CATEGORIES:Self Improvement UID:20230104T1618450Z-583899-1522@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221102T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221102T120000 SUMMARY:Parents Rights in Special Education Webinar DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20221101T1812120Z-583899-1487@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230410 SUMMARY:Autism Services of SWLA: Women's All Pro Tour RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;COUNT=6 DESCRIPTION:Autism Services of Southwest Louisiana is looking for sponsors and volunteers for the upcoming Women's All Pro Tour L'Auberge Lake Charle s Championship. The tournament will be held on April 10-15\, 2023.There wi ll be a Pro-Am tournament on April 11th\, providing players a chance to pl ay with a future LPGA star! All proceeds will support Autism Services of S outhwest Louisiana.Volunteers will get a shirt\, lunch on their shift\, an d (1) $60 food gift certificate to Drago's Seafood restaurant at L'Auberge Casino Resort. Click here to learn more about sponsorships and volunteer slots. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Autism Services of Southwest Louisiana is looking for sp onsors and volunteers for the upcoming Women's All Pro Tour L'Auberge Lake Charles Championship. The tournament will be held on April 10-15\, 2023.T here will be a Pro-Am tournament on April 11th\, providing players a chanc e to play with a future LPGA star! All proceeds will support Autism Services of Southwest Louisiana.Volunteers will get a shirt\, lunch on their shift\, and (1) $60 food gift certificate to Dra go's Seafood restaurant at L'Auberge Casino Resort.

Click here to learn more about sponsorships and volunteer slots. \;

CATEGORIES:Outdoors LOCATION:L'Auberge Casino Resort UID:20230316T2041150Z-583899-1601@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230422T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230422T103000 SUMMARY:Joining Hands for Autism DESCRIPTION:Autism Services of SWLA is joining with the St. Nicholas Cetner and the Autism Society SWLA for Joining Hands for Autism - an Autism Awar eness Walk & Fun Sensory Zone. Registration: $25 No fee for persons with a utism or other developmental disabilities. Check In: 9:30 a.m. Walk: 10 a. m. https://www.classy.org/event/joining-hands-for-autism-2023/e466925 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Autism Serv ices of SWLA is joining with the St. Nicholas Cetner and the Autism Societ y SWLA for Joining Hands for Autism - an Autism Awareness Walk &\; Fun Sensory Zone.

Registration: $25

No fee for persons wit h autism or other developmental disabilities.

Check In: 9:30 a.m.

Walk: 10 a.m.

https://www.classy.org/event/joining-hands-for-autism-202 3/e466925

CATEGORIES:For the Family LOCATION:Millennium Park\, Downtown Lake Charles UID:20230316T2034340Z-583899-1600@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230319T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230319T140000 SUMMARY:Shamrocks and Champagne Bingo Brunch DESCRIPTION:The annual Shamrocks and Champagne Bingo Brunch benefitting CHR ISTUS Ochsner Health Southwestern Louisiana will kick off Sunday morning f or a jam-packed day that will let you satisfy your brunch wishes while enj oying a cold mimosa- all for a good cause. Brunch begins at 11 a.m.\, fo llowed by bingo where participants will have the opportunity to win prizes . But the winning doesn’t stop with bingo. There will be surprise drawings all day\, as well an opportunity to win a designer purse through a raffle and a wine pull with something tasty to take home. Funds raised from th e Shamrocks and Champagne Bingo Brunch will go toward CHRISTUS Ochsner Hea lth Southwestern Louisiana’s Access to Care Innovation Fund\, focused on p roviding state-of-the-art medical technology for our community. To regis ter or sponsor a table\, contact the Foundation office at 337-430-535 or v isit https://christusochsnerswlafoundation.org/shamrocks-and-champagne-bin go-brunch/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

The annual Shamrocks a nd Champagne Bingo Brunch benefitting CHRISTUS Ochsner Health Southwestern Louisiana will kick off Sunday morning for a jam-packed day that will let you satisfy your brunch wishes while enjoying a cold mimosa- all for a go od cause.

\;

Brunch begins at 11 a.m.\, followed by b ingo where participants will have the opportunity to win prizes. But the w inning doesn&rsquo\;t stop with bingo. There will be surprise drawings all day\, as well an opportunity to win a designer purse through a raffle and a wine pull with something tasty to take home.

\;

Fu nds raised from the Shamrocks and Champagne Bingo Brunch will go toward CH RISTUS Ochsner Health Southwestern Louisiana&rsquo\;s Access to Care Innov ation Fund\, focused on providing state-of-the-art medical technology for our community.

\;

To register or sponsor a table\, co ntact the Foundation office at 337-430-535 or visit \;https://christusochsnerswlafoundation.org/shamrocks-and-champagne-b ingo-brunch/

CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Golden Nugget\, Post Oak Room UID:20230316T2043390Z-583899-1602@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230417T184500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230417T200000 SUMMARY:Traditional Cajun Dance: Cajun Two-Step\, Waltz\, & Jitterbug DESCRIPTION:The Traditional Cajun Dance Class is designed to get you on the dance floor at Cajun venues and festivals. We cover the three traditional dances: Cajun Two-Step\, Waltz and Jitterbug\, in the four Monday evening sessions that will get you moving with lots of fun. This course is for b eginner dancers and those that need to brush-up on their Cajun dance steps . Also\, if you have taken this course previously\, you may want to refres h the dance floor experience. This class is 4 weeks long and meets at the dates listed below and at the times listed below. Event Dates: 4/17/2023\, 4/24/2023\, 5/1/2023\, 5/8/2023 Event Start Time: 6:45 PM Event End Time: 8:00 PM Event Cost: $49.00 for singles and $89 for couples Click here to learn more X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Traditional Cajun Dance Class is design ed to get you on the dance floor at Cajun venues and festivals. We cover t he three traditional dances: Cajun Two-Step\, Waltz and Jitterbug\, in the four Monday evening sessions that will get you moving with lots of fun.&n bsp\;

This course is for beginner dancers and those that need to b rush-up on their Cajun dance steps. Also\, if you have taken this course p reviously\, you may want to refresh the dance floor experience.

~~This class is 4 weeks long and meets at the dates listed below and at the times listed below.~~

Event Dates: \;4/17/2023\, 4/24/2023\, 5/1/2023\, 5/8/2023

Event Start Time: \;6:45 PM

Event End Time : \;8:00 PM

Event Cost: \ ;$49.00 for singles and $89 for couples

Click here to learn more
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement UID:20230104T1621270Z-583899-1524@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230220 SUMMARY:HVAC Training DESCRIPTION:Beginning Monday\, February 20\, the 18-week HVAC program inclu des residential and commercial heating\, ventilation\, and air conditionin g training. Successful completers earn 10 hours of OSHA-authorized trainin g on critical workplace safety topics such as NCCER and HVAC certification s and are prepared to test for the EPA Universal 608 license and the Ready to Work NATE certification. At the completion of the course\, students cl ock a total of 695 instructional hours. The cost is $5\,575. Scholarships and financial assistance are available for those who qualify. For more in formation or to register\, visit www.sowela.edu/training or call (337) 421 -6560 or email workforce@sowela.edu.   X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Beginning Monday\, February 20\, the 18-week HVAC program includes residential and commercial heating\, ventila tion\, and air conditioning training. Successful completers earn 10 hours of OSHA-authorized training on critical workplace safety topics such as NC CER and HVAC certifications and are prepared to test for the EPA Universal 608 license and the Ready to Work NATE certification. At the completion o f the course\, students clock a total of 695 instructional hours. The cost is $5\,575. \;Scholarships and financial assistance are available for those who qualify. \;

For more informatio n or to register\, visit \;www.sowela.edu/training \;or call (3 37) 421-6560 or email \;workforce@sowela.edu. \; \;

CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:SOWELA Community Technical College UID:20230104T1631400Z-583899-1527@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230124 SUMMARY:Cooking Boot Camp DESCRIPTION:This five-week program starts Monday\, January 23\, and prepare s students to enter the hospitality industry as entry-level cooks. Success ful students earn two nationally recognized certifications\, including the American Hotel and Lodging Educational Institute’s (AHLEI) Certified Kitc hen Cook and the National Restaurant Association’s ServSafe Manager Certif ication. Students can apply up to 9 credit hours toward SOWELA’s Associate of Applied Science degree in Culinary Arts. The cost is $50. For more in formation or to register\, visit www.sowela.edu/training or call (337) 421 -6560 or email workforce@sowela.edu.   X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This five-week program \;starts M onday\, January 23\, and prepares students to enter the hospitality indust ry as entry-level cooks. Successful students earn two nationally recognize d certifications\, including the American Hotel and Lodging Educational In stitute&rsquo\;s (AHLEI) Certified Kitchen Cook and the National Restauran t Association&rsquo\;s ServSafe Manager Certification. Students can apply up to 9 credit hours toward SOWELA&rsquo\;s Associate of \;Applied Science degree in Culinary Arts. The cost is $50. \;< /p>
For more information or to register\, visit \;www.sowela.edu/tr aining \;or call (337) 421-6560 or email \;workforce@sowela.edu. \; \;< /p>
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:SOWELA Community Technical College UID:20230104T1630560Z-583899-1526@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230130 SUMMARY:Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Training DESCRIPTION:SOWELA offers a free online CDL permit course to those who want to take the training but do not have their permit. The Class A license tr aining program is a comprehensive 245-hour classroom and behind-the-wheel program. Training covers Louisiana Department of Transportation (DOT) rule s and regulations\, pre-trip inspection\, backing pad skills\, and on-the- road skills. The seven-week class starts on Monday\, January 30. The cost is $5\,950. Scholarships and financial assistance are available for those who qualify.   For more information or to register\, visit www.sowela.edu/ training or call (337) 421-6560 or email workforce@sowela.edu.   X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
SOWELA offers a free online CDL permi t course to those who want to take the training but do not have their perm it. The Class A license training program is a comprehensive 245-hour class room and behind-the-wheel program. Training covers Louisiana Department of Transportation (DOT) rules and regulations\, pre-trip inspection\, backin g pad skills\, and on-the-road skills. The seven-week class starts on Mond ay\, January 30. The cost is $5\,950. Scholarships and financial assistanc e are available for those who qualify. \; \;

For mo re information or to register\, visit \;www.sowela.edu/training&nbs p\;or call (337) 421-6560 or email \;workforce@sowela.edu. \; \;

CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:SOWELA Community Technical College UID:20230104T1630120Z-583899-1525@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230124 SUMMARY:Pipeline Technician Training DESCRIPTION:The 10-week Pipeline Technician program begins Monday\, January 24\, and prepares students for employment in a variety of jobs in the pip eline industry. Curriculum covers flow measurement\, corrosion and cathodi c protection\, and pipeline maintenance. Completers receive a Pipeline Tec hnician Certificate of Completion. The cost is $2\,500. Scholarships and f inancial assistance are available for those who qualify.   For more inform ation or to register\, visit www.sowela.edu/training or call (337) 421-656 0 or email workforce@sowela.edu.   X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The 10-week Pipeline Technician program beg ins Monday\, January 24\, and prepares students for employment in a variet y of jobs in the pipeline industry. \;Curriculum covers \;flow mea surement\, \;corrosion and cathodic protection\, and \;pipeline ma intenance. Completers receive a Pipeline Technician Certificate of Complet ion. The cost is $2\,500. \;Scholarships and financial assistance are available for those who qualify. \; \;

For more informatio n or to register\, visit \;www.sowela.edu/training \;or call (3 37) 421-6560 or email \;workforce@sowela.edu. \; \;
CATEGORIES:Education UID:20230104T1632160Z-583899-1528@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240418T120000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Mechanical Engineering Principles DESCRIPTION:This course caters\, mainly\, to Engineers\, Technicians and Fa cilities Managers who are not intimately familiar with Mechanical Engineer ing Principles and Practices. Through this course\, attendees are expected to learn basic principles of mechanical engineering in a simple\, easy to understand format. This course will enable attendees to accomplish straig htforward and common calculations associated mechanical engineering concep ts such as statics\, kinetics\, kinematics\, mechanical advantage\, engine ering materials\, mechanics of materials\, fluid mechanics\, hydraulic mac hines\, thermodynamics\, refrigeration cycle\, financial evaluation and de cision making associated with typical engineering projects. Cost: $395 Hou rs: 8 over two days Click here to learn more/register online X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course caters\, mainly\, to Engineers\, Technicians and Facilities Managers who are not intimately familiar with Mechanical Engineering Principles and Pra ctices. Through this course\, attendees are expected to learn basic princi ples of mechanical engineering in a simple\, easy to understand format. Th is course will enable attendees to accomplish straightforward and common c alculations associated mechanical engineering concepts such as statics\, k inetics\, kinematics\, mechanical advantage\, engineering materials\, mech anics of materials\, fluid mechanics\, hydraulic machines\, thermodynamics \, refrigeration cycle\, financial evaluation and decision making associat ed with typical engineering projects.

Cost: $395

Hours : 8 over two days

Click her e to learn more/register online
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20240402T1858270Z-583899-1768@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230612T184500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230612T200000 SUMMARY:Country Western 2-Step DESCRIPTION:Country 2-Step is one of the most classic American dances. We s izzle this dance with the great basics and then give you some really cool 2-step patterns to get you dancing around the dance floor. This is a great beginner dance class that is promised to make you want to keep dancing! F ive Night class starting 6/26 Cost: $59 for singles\; $99 for couples Clic k here to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Country 2-Step is one of the most cla ssic American dances. We sizzle this dance with the great basics and then give you some really cool 2-step patterns to get you dancing around the da nce floor. This is a great beginner dance class that is promised to make y ou want to keep dancing!

Five Night class starting 6/ 26

Cost: $59 for singles\; $99 for couples

Click here to registe r.
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement UID:20230612T1402410Z-583899-1626@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230627T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230627T160000 SUMMARY:Government Contracting Workshop DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities UID:20230612T1456000Z-583899-1627@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230215T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230215T140000 SUMMARY:Grant Writing Basics Workshop DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:United Way of SWLA UID:20230207T1959140Z-583899-1559@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230131T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230131T200000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Microsoft Word DESCRIPTION:Efficiently create a wide range of business and personal docume nts\, from the simplest letter to the most complex report. Learn Word feat ures that you can use to enhance the appearance and readability of documen t. This class meets twice: 1/31 and 2/1 from 6 to 8 p.m. Cost: $350 Click here to learn more and/or register online X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Efficiently create a wide range of bu siness and personal documents\, from the simplest letter to the most compl ex report. Learn Word features that you can use to enhance the appearance and readability of document.

This class meets twice: 1/31 and 2/1 from 6 to 8 p.m.

Cost: $350

Click here to learn mor e and/or register online
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20230104T1636590Z-583899-1529@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230201T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230201T153000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Safety Hot Topics - Debunking the Myths\, for Engineers DESCRIPTION:Course on proven safety best practices\, debunking of the myths associated with safety – for engineers\, project managers and facilities managers. Board Approved. Online Cost: $385 Click here to register and/or learn more. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Course on proven safety best practice s\, debunking of the myths associated with safety &ndash\; for engineers\, project managers and facilities managers. Board Approved.

Online

Cost: $385

Click here to register and/or learn more.
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20230104T1638590Z-583899-1530@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230306T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230306T200000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Construction Site Safety Technician DESCRIPTION:This nationally recognized training program is designed to prov ide an entry career pathway for safety professionals who have experience i n the construction field or who are seeking an entry-level position in the construction industry. This course was developed by the NCCER (National C enter for Construction Education and Research) to respond to the needs for trained safety personnel on their job sites. This class is over 24 sessio ns\, over 14 weeks. Hours: 100 (includes classroom\, review and testing) Cost: $1\,250 (includes $1000 tuition and $250 testing fee) Click here to learn more and/or register online X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This nationally recognized training&n bsp\;program is designed to provide an entry career pathway for safety pro fessionals \;who have experience in the construction field or who are seeking an entry-level \;position in the construction industry. This c ourse was developed by the NCCER \;(National Center for Construction E ducation and Research) to respond to the \;needs for trained safety pe rsonnel on their job sites.

This class is over 24 ses sions\, over 14 weeks. \;

Hours: 100 (includes cl assroom\, review and testing)

Cost: $1\,250 (includes $1000 tuition and $250 testing fee) \;

Click here to learn more and/or register online
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20230104T1655020Z-583899-1537@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230327 SUMMARY:IIEC: Intermediate Applied Vibration Analysis – ISO Category II DESCRIPTION:Learn how to specify basic FFT parameters\, establish initial a larm set points\, and perform fundamental signature and phase analysis. Th is class is intended for maintenance technicians and engineers who want an intermediate course in vibration analysis. Hours: 40 CEUs: 4.0 Event Cost : $2\,150 (includes breakfast items) Exam Cost: $400 Due to Vibration Inst itute requirements\, the deadline to receive applications for the optional ISO Exam is four weeks before the course start date. Click here to learn more and/or to register online X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Learn how to specify basic FFT parame ters\, establish initial alarm set points\, and perform fundamental signat ure and phase analysis. This class is intended for maintenance technicians and engineers who want an intermediate course in vibration analysis.

Hours: 40

CEUs: 4.0

< span>Event Cost: $2\,150 (includes breakfast items)

E xam Cost: $400

Due to Vibration Institute require ments\, the deadline to receive applications for the optional ISO Exam is four weeks before the course start date.

Click here to learn more and/or to regi ster online
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20230104T1658490Z-583899-1539@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230224T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230224T100000 SUMMARY:IIEC: How to be an Expert Witness. DESCRIPTION:This course will enable you to represent yourself as a competen t and knowledgeable expert witness who is in control\, credible\, and - mo st of all - unbiased. Online Hours: 2 Cost: $85 Click here to learn more a nd/or register online X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course will enable you to repres ent yourself as a competent and knowledgeable expert witness who is in con trol\, credible\, and - most of all - unbiased.

Onlin e

Hours: 2

Cost: $85

Click here to learn mo re and/or register online
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20230104T1648210Z-583899-1534@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230214T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230214T130000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Engineering Ethics DESCRIPTION:This course caters to Licensed Professional Engineers who are i nterested in refreshing their understanding of some of the terms and conce pts associated with the practice of engineering and the code of ethics and conduct professional engineers are expected to abide by. Online Hours: 2 Cost: $85 Click here to learn more and/or to register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course caters to Licensed Profes sional Engineers who are interested in refreshing their understanding of s ome of the terms and concepts associated with the practice of engineering and the code of ethics and conduct professional engineers are expected to abide by.

Online

Hours: 2

Cost: $85

Click here to learn more and/or to register online.
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20230104T1644020Z-583899-1532@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230228T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230228T140000 SUMMARY:IIEC: NEC\, National Electric Code\, and 2020 Update DESCRIPTION:This course covers key articles of the NFPA 70\, aka\, The Nati onal Electrical Code\, and an update of 2020 changes. This course is desig ned so that even non-electrical engineers and non-electricians can learn t he basic tenets of the NEC. Upon attending this course\, participants will be able to identify codes pertaining to various electrical equipment inst allations. Participants will learn the methodology associated with analyzi ng and interpreting key articles in the National Electrical Code. Some key calculations related to the application of the code will be illustrated\, followed by class exercises for knowledge reinforcement purposes. This is over two days. Hours: 8 Cost: $385 Click here to register online and/or l earn more. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course covers key articles of th e NFPA 70\, aka\, The National Electrical Code\, and an update of 2020 cha nges. This course is designed so that even non-electrical engineers and no n-electricians can learn the basic tenets of the NEC. Upon attending this course\, participants will be able to identify codes pertaining to various electrical equipment installations. Participants will learn the methodolo gy associated with analyzing and interpreting key articles in the National Electrical Code. Some key calculations related to the application of the code will be illustrated\, followed by class exercises for knowledge reinf orcement purposes.

This is over two days.

Hours: 8

Cost: $385

Click here to register online and/ or learn more. \;

CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20230104T1650530Z-583899-1535@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230215T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230215T153000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Plant Maintenance Engineering DESCRIPTION:Course on proven best practices of plant engineering\, maintena nce and management\, designed for Facilities Managers\, Plant Engineers an d Maintenance Engineers. Board Approved. Online Hours: 8 Cost: $385 Click here to learn more and/or register online X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Course on proven best practices of pl ant engineering\, maintenance and management\, designed for Facilities Man agers\, Plant Engineers and Maintenance Engineers. Board Approved.< /p>
Online

Hours: 8

Cost: $3 85

Click here to l earn more and/or register online
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20230104T1646160Z-583899-1533@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220712T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220712T160000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Lean & 5S Overview DESCRIPTION:In this class you will learn the basics of lean and a new way t o see your processes. You'll learn about types of wastes & common tools to overcome them\, including how to implement 5S with a step-by-step handboo k. Cost: $225 Click here to register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

In this class you will learn the basics of lean and a new way to see your processes. You'll learn about types of wastes &a mp\; common tools to overcome them\, including how to implement 5S with a step-by-step handbook.

Cost : $225

Click here to register online. \;
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20220629T2106310Z-583899-1420@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220401T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220401T200000 SUMMARY:MSU: Literary Expert Presents the Classical Virtues of 'Lord of the Rings' DESCRIPTION:McNeese State University will host a lecture by Dr. Louis Marko s\, an internationally recognized expert on J.R.R Tolkien and C.S. Lewis\, on Friday\, April 1\, at 7 p.m. in the La Jeunesse Room. The event is ope n free to the public. Titled “Rehabilitating the Virtues: Courage\, Temper ance\, Wisdom and Justice in Narnia and Middle Earth\,” Markos’ lecture ex plores how the powerful\, fantastical settings and characters of Lewis and Tolkien’s iconic works effectively communicate and uphold genuine teachin gs on truth and goodness. He is author of 22 novels\, including “On the Sh oulders of Hobbits: The Road to Virtue with Tolkien and Lewis” (2012) and “Restoring Beauty: The Good\, the True and the Beautiful in the Writings o f C.S. Lewis” (2012). Markos is currently a professor of English at Housto n Baptist University\, where he holds the Robert H. Ray Chair in Humanitie s. He received his bachelor’s degree in English and history from Colgate U niversity and his master’s degree and doctorate in English language and li terature from the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor. This lecture is part of the annual Joe and Lydia Cash Lecture Series in Literature and Culture established through an endowment with the McNeese Foundation and is also sponsored by the McNeese Department of English and Foreign Languages and H onors College. Persons needing accommodations as provided by the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the ADA Coordinator at 337-475-5428\ , voice\; 337-475-5960\, fax\; 337-562-4227\, TDD/TTY\, hearing impaired\; or by email at cdo@mcneese.edu. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese State University will host a lectur e by Dr. Louis Markos\, an internationally recognized expert on J.R.R Tolk ien and C.S. Lewis\, on Friday\, April 1\, at 7 p.m. in the La Jeunesse Ro om. The event is open free to the public.

Titled &ldquo\;Rehabilit ating the Virtues: Courage\, Temperance\, Wisdom and Justice in Narnia and Middle Earth\,&rdquo\; Markos&rsquo\; lecture explores how the powerful\, fantastical settings and characters of Lewis and Tolkien&rsquo\;s iconic works effectively communicate and uphold genuine teachings on truth and go odness.

He is author of 22 novels\, including &ldquo\;On the Shoul ders of Hobbits: The Road to Virtue with Tolkien and Lewis&rdquo\; (2012) and &ldquo\;Restoring Beauty: The Good\, the True and the Beautiful in the Writings of C.S. Lewis&rdquo\; (2012). Markos is currently a professor of English at Houston Baptist University\, where he holds the Robert H. Ray Chair in Humanities. He received his bachelor&rsquo\;s degree in English a nd history from Colgate University and his master&rsquo\;s degree and doct orate in English language and literature from the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor.

This lecture is part of the annual Joe and Lydia Cash Lecture Series in Literature and Culture established through an endowment with the McNeese Foundation and is also sponsored by the McNeese Departmen t of English and Foreign Languages and Honors College.

Persons nee ding accommodations as provided by the Americans with Disabilities Act sho uld contact the ADA Coordinator at 337-475-5428\, voice\; 337-475-5960\, f ax\; 337-562-4227\, TDD/TTY\, hearing impaired\; or by email at cdo@mcnees e.edu.

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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:La Jeunesse Room\, McNeese UID:20220324T1259500Z-583899-1330@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231201T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231201T110000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Microsoft Word DESCRIPTION:Efficiently create a wide range of business and personal docume nts\, from the simplest letter to the most complex report. Learn Word feat ures that you can use to enhance the appearance and readability of documen ts. Cost: $350 Click here to learn more. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Efficiently create a wide range of business and personal documents\, from the simples t letter to the most complex report. Learn Word features that you can use to enhance the appearance and readability of documents.

Cost: $350

Click here to learn more. \;
CATEGORIES:General UID:20231122T1651220Z-583899-1714@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231014 SUMMARY:Chuck Fest 2023 DESCRIPTION:Harnessing the success of 2022\, the Arts & Humanities Council of SWLA brings back the 2023 edition of Chuck Fest\, the premier Louisiana -based music\, food\, art\, and culture festival\, for an even stronger sh owing this fall. Chuck Fest will be held from noon to midnight on Saturday \, October 14\, 2023\, in Downtown Lake Charles\, featuring a full lineup of everything 'Louisiana.' Chuck Fest is a free\, public festival that cel ebrates Lake Charles\, and Louisiana culture. “We have a passionate\, ene rgetic team working on Chuck Fest this year\, and there are exciting ideas in the works\,” said Cameron Fultz\, Project Coordinator of the Arts & Hu manities Council of SWLA. “We received lots of excellent feedback from las t year and look to build on the momentum from 2022. Our goal is to continu e to grow this event for our community.” X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Harnessing the s uccess of 2022\, the Arts &\; Humanities Council of SWLA brings back th e 2023 edition of Chuck Fest\, the premier Louisiana-based music\, food\, art\, and culture festival\, for an even stronger showing this fall. Chuck Fest will be held from noon to midnight on Saturday\, October 14\, 2023\, in Downtown Lake Charles\, featuring a full lineup of everything 'Louisia na.' Chuck Fest is a free\, public festival that celebrates Lake Charles\, and Louisiana culture. \;

&ldquo\;We have a passionate\, ener getic team working on Chuck Fest this year\, and there are exciting ideas in the works\,&rdquo\; said Cameron Fultz\, Project Coordinator of the Art s &\; Humanities Council of SWLA. &ldquo\;We received lots of excellent feedback from last year and look to build on the momentum from 2022. Our goal is to continue to grow this event for our community.&rdquo\;
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Downtown Lake Charles UID:20230612T1938290Z-583899-1629@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230411 SUMMARY:IIEC: Fundamentals of LNG Processing DESCRIPTION:This course presents fundamentals of Liquified Natural Gas Proc essing steps. This class is over two days. Hours: 16 CEUs: 1.6 Cost: $699 (includes breakfast and lunch) Click here to learn more and/or to register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course presents fundamentals of Liquified Natural Gas Processing steps.

This class is over two days.

Hours: 16

CEUs: 1.6

Cost: $699 (includes breakfast and lunch)< /p>
Click here to lear n more and/or to register online. \;
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Engineering & Tech Labs Building\, Room 111 UID:20230104T1708460Z-583899-1541@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230329T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230329T140000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Finance\, Accounting\, & Engineering Economics for Engineers & Technical Managers DESCRIPTION:Learn about finance\, accounting\, corporate reporting requirem ents and engineering economics. Learn about fundamental book keeping or ac counting methods: The Income Statement and the Balance Sheet. Learn about the widely used and accepted capital investment performance metrics\, such as financial ratios\, payback period\, and NPV and more. Online over two days. Cost: $385 Click here to register online or to learn more. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Learn about finance\, accounting\, co rporate reporting requirements and engineering economics. Learn about fund amental book keeping or accounting methods: The Income Statement and the B alance Sheet. Learn about the widely used and accepted capital investment performance metrics\, such as financial ratios\, payback period\, and NPV and more.

Online over two days.

Cost: $385

Click here to register online or to learn more. \;

CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20230104T1705310Z-583899-1540@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220410T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220410T220000 SUMMARY:Lutcher Theater: South Pacific DESCRIPTION:Love transcends the harsh realities of war and prejudice in thi s sweeping Pulitzer Prize-winning tale centered around two unlikely love a ffairs. Set on a tropical island during World War II\, this timeless Rodge rs & Hammerstein classic features some of the most beautiful music ever co mposed woven into an inspiring story cherished the world over. Winner of t en Tony Awards\, the beloved score’s songs include “Some Enchanted Evening \,” “I’m Gonna Wash That Man Right Outa My Hair\,” and “There is Nothin’ L ike a Dame” amidst big\, Broadway performances and a chorus of American sa ilors and Navy nurses ready to take you to “Bali-Ha’i.” Get your tickets! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Love transcends the harsh re alities of war and prejudice in this sweeping Pulitzer Prize-winning tale centered around two unlikely love affairs. Set on a tropical island during World War II\, this timeless Rodgers &\; Hammerstein classic features some of the most beautiful music ever composed woven into an inspiring sto ry cherished the world over. Winner of ten Tony Awards\, the beloved score &rsquo\;s songs include &ldquo\;Some Enchanted Evening\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;I &rsquo\;m Gonna Wash That Man Right Outa My Hair\,&rdquo\; and &ldquo\;The re is Nothin&rsquo\; Like a Dame&rdquo\; amidst big\, Broadway performance s and a chorus of American sailors and Navy nurses ready to take you to &l dquo\;Bali-Ha&rsquo\;i.&rdquo\;

Get your tickets!
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lutcher Theater UID:20220324T1413460Z-583899-1331@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240216T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240216T110000 SUMMARY:FHF: Legislative Roundtable DESCRIPTION:LaCAN-FHFSWLA Legislative Roundtable for Southwest Louisiana Ar ea Two Ways to Attend! In-person at Calcasieu Parish Public Library - Cent ral Branch Virtually on Zoom Friday\, February 16\, 2024 from 10 AM to 11 AM Join Families Helping Families of SWLA\, LaCAN\, and the Louisiana Deve lopmental Disabilities Council as we meet with Individuals with disabiliti es\, their family members\, and the professionals who support individuals with disabilities\, to discuss the LaCAN 2024 Legislative Agenda with area legislators. Our co-host is: Senator Stine This is a hybrid event. You c an attend in-person at the Calcasieu Parish Public Library – Central Branc h in the DeBakey Community Room (2nd floor) 301 W Claude St\, Lake Charles \, LA 70605 or virtually on Zoom. Link to Register to Participate Virtuall y on Zoom: http://tinyurl.com/lacanVRT2-16-24 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

LaCAN-FHFSWLA Legislative Round table for Southwest Louisiana Area

Two Ways to Attend!

In-person at Calcasieu Parish Public Library - Central Branch

Virtually on Zoom

Friday\, February 16\, 2024 fr om 10 AM to 11 AM

Join Fami lies Helping Families of SWLA\, LaCAN\, and the Louisiana Developmental Di sabilities Council as we meet with Individuals with disabilities\, their f amily members\, and the professionals who support individuals with disabil ities\, to discuss the LaCAN 2024 Legislative Agenda with area legislators . \;

Our co-host is: Se nator Stine

This is a hybri d event. You can attend in-person at the Calcasieu Parish Public Library & ndash\; Central Branch in the DeBakey Community Room (2nd floor) 301 W Cla ude St\, Lake Charles\, LA 70605 or virtually on Zoom.

Link to Register to Participate Virtually on Z oom: \;http://tinyurl.com/lacanVRT2-16-24

CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:Calcasieu Library UID:20240205T2214280Z-583899-1740@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240221T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240221T120000 SUMMARY:American Job Center\, Louisiana Workforce Commission Partner to Hos t Quarterly Job Fair DESCRIPTION:Are you unemployed or are you looking for a career change? Are you an employer looking for employees? If so\, the American Job Center – R egion V invites you to take part in the Quarterly Job Fair\, which will ta ke place from 9:30 a.m.- noon\, Wednesday\, Feb. 21 in the Lake Charles Ev ent Center’s Exhibition Hall\, 900 Lakeshore Drive. More than 40 employers are expected to attend. Veterans\, who will be given priority services\ , are asked to arrive at 9 a.m. for exclusive access to employers until 9: 30 a.m. The job fair is a great opportunity for employers to meet face-to -face with job seekers and conduct on-site interviews. Job seekers are strongly encouraged to wear business attire and to bring a picture ID and several copies of their current resume. Also\, make sure to arrive early t o make sure you get the opportunity to meet with employers. Pre-registrati on is not required. The American Job Center also needs employers to take p art in the job fair. There is no cost for employers to participate but pre -registration is required. The deadline to sign up is Friday\, Feb. 16 or once capacity has been met. To register\, call 337-721-4010 or email busin ess@lwia51.com. The American Job Center serves Allen\, Beauregard\, Calcas ieu\, Cameron\, Jefferson Davis and Vernon parishes. The job fair is spon sored by the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury\, in conjunction with the Workfo rce Development Board and the Louisiana Workforce Commission. It is funded by the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. For more information ab out the job fair\, contact the American Job Center at 337-721-4010 or emai l business@lwia51.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Are you unemployed or are you looking for a career change? Are you an employer looking for employees? \;If so\, t he American Job Center &ndash\; Region V invites you to take part in the Q uarterly Job Fair\, which will take place from 9:30 a.m.- noon\, Wednesday \, Feb. 21 in the Lake Charles Event Center&rsquo\;s Exhibition Hall\, 900 Lakeshore Drive. \;More than 40 employers are expected to attend.

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Veterans\, who will be given priority services\, are asked to arrive at 9 a.m. for exclusive access to employers until 9:30 a.m . \;

The job fair is a great opportunity for employers to m eet face-to-face with job seekers and conduct on-site interviews. \;
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Job seekers are strongly encouraged to wear busines s attire and to bring a picture ID and several copies of their current res ume. Also\, make sure to arrive early to make sure you get the opportunity to meet with employers. Pre-registration is not required.

The American Job Center also needs employers to take part in the job fair. The re is no cost for employers to participate but pre-registration is require d. The deadline to sign up is Friday\, Feb. 16 or once capacity has been m et. \;To register\, call 337-721-4010 or email \;business@lwia51.com.
The American Job Center serves Allen\, Beauregard\, Calcasieu\, Cameron\, Jefferson Davis and Vernon parishes. \;

The job f air is sponsored by the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury\, in conjunction with the Workforce Development Board and the Louisiana Workforce Commission. I t is funded by the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. \;
< br />For more information about the job fair\, contact the American Job Ce nter at 337-721-4010 or email \;business@lwia51.com.

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CATEGORIES:Career Fairs & Trade Shows LOCATION:Lake Charles Event Center UID:20240205T2216070Z-583899-1741@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240327T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240327T140000 SUMMARY:IIEC: DC Electricity Principles\, Practice\, and Applications DESCRIPTION:This course simplifies DC electricity principles using analogie s and practical examples\, enabling participants to perform calculations a nd understand applications in various industries such as solar PV systems\ , EVs\, LED lighting\, and more. Suitable for professionals unfamiliar wit h DC concepts\, it includes discussions on safety devices and relevant art icles in the National Electrical Code\, fostering engagement through inter active sessions. Hours: 4 PDHs: 4 Cost: $195 Click here to learn more and/ or register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course simplifies DC electricity principles using analogies and practical examples\, enabling participants to perform calculations and understand applications in various industries such as solar PV systems\, EVs\, LED lighting\, and more. Suitable for pr ofessionals unfamiliar with DC concepts\, it includes discussions on safet y devices and relevant articles in the National Electrical Code\, fosterin g engagement through interactive \;sessions.

Hours: 4
PDHs: 4

Cost: $195

Click here to learn more and/or register online. \;
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities UID:20240319T1845560Z-583899-1763@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240316T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240316T130000 SUMMARY:FHF: Bunny Stop & Hop DESCRIPTION:FHFSWLA Bunny Stop & Hop – Easter Event for Individuals with Di sabilities & Their Families in SWLA Area Saturday\, March 16\, 2024 from 1 0 AM to 1 PM In the Families Helping Families of SWLA Parking Lot at 324 W est Hale Street\, Lake Charles\, LA 70601 FHF Bunny Stop & Hop! Instead of having a typical Easter egg hunt\, we'll be inviting friends\, family & t he community. The idea is that parents could simply stop (park) & individu als with disabilities could hop (go) from trunk to trunk gathering informa tion from local community partners agencies and collecting goodies along t he way. Bring a basket for goodies! This event is for people with special healthcare needs and individuals with disabilities and their families. Li nk to Register: http://tinyurl.com/FHF-BSH-Mar16 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

FHFSWLA B unny Stop &\; Hop &ndash\; Easter Event for Individuals with Disabiliti es &\; Their Families in SWLA Area

Sa turday\, March 16\, 2024 from 10 AM to 1 PM

In the Families Helping Families of SWLA Parking Lot

at 324 West Hale Stree t\, Lake Charles\, LA 70601

FHF Bunny Stop &\; Hop! Inst ead of having a typical Easter egg hunt\, we'll be inviting friends\, fami ly &\; the community. The idea is that parents could simply stop (park) &\; individuals with disabilities could hop (go) from trunk to trunk g athering information from local community partners agencies and collecting goodies along the way.

Bring a basket for goodies! \;

This event is for people with special healthcare needs and individuals with disabilities and their families.

Link to Register: \;http://tinyurl.com/FHF-BSH-M ar16
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Families Helping Families UID:20240226T1857430Z-583899-1748@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240306T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240306T110000 SUMMARY:Lean Six Sigma GREEN Belt DESCRIPTION:March 6\, 13\, April 10 & 17\, 2024 Join us for an interactive and engaging learning experience where you will gain valuable skills in pr ocess improvement and data-driven decision-making. This course is perfect for individuals looking to enhance their career prospects or organizations aiming to boost efficiency and quality. Don't miss this opportunity to be come certified in Lean Six Sigma and take the next step towards becoming a Lean Six Sigma expert! Yellow Belt is a prerequisite. Hours: 4 hours on l ive zoom\; 36 hours of Self-Study Cost: $1\,695 Learn More X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

March 6\, 13\, April 10 &\; 17\, 2024

Join us for an i nteractive and engaging learning experience where you will gain valuable s kills in process improvement and data-driven decision-making. This course is perfect for individuals looking to enhance their career prospects or or ganizations aiming to boost efficiency and quality. Don't miss this opport unity to become certified in Lean Six Sigma and take the next step towards becoming a Lean Six Sigma expert! Yellow Belt is a prerequisite.
Hours: 4 hours on live zoom\; 36 ho urs of Self-Study

Cost: $1\ ,695

Learn More

CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20240227T1615520Z-583899-1755@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220920T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220920T130000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Lean & 5S Overview DESCRIPTION:In this class you will learn the basics of lean and a new way t o see your processes. You'll learn about types of wastes & common tools to overcome them\, including how to implement 5S with a step-by-step handboo k. Time: 1 Hour Live and 5 Hours of Self-Study Cost: $225 Click here to le arn more and register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
In this cla ss you will learn the basics of lean and a new way to see your processes. You'll learn about types of wastes &\; common tools to overcome them\, including how to implement 5S with a step-by-step handbook.

Time: 1 Hour Live and 5 Hours of Self-Stu dy

Cost: $225
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CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20220915T1554070Z-583899-1462@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220915T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220915T200000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Microsoft Excel - Advanced DESCRIPTION:This course provides IN-PERSON\, expert instruction and hands-o n exercises that will help you easily master analysis tools\, PivotTables\ , conditional formatting\, and other advanced features. Cost: $450 Click h ere to learn more and register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course provides IN-PERSON\, expert instruction and hands-on exercises that will help you easily master analysis tools\, PivotTables\, conditional formatti ng\, and other advanced features.

Cost: $450

Click here to learn more and regist er online. \;
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities UID:20220915T1555280Z-583899-1463@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220920T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220920T110000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Fundamentals of Problem Solving DESCRIPTION:Learn how to quit dealing with the same symptoms and 'firefight ing' day in and day out. Cost: $295 Click here to learn more and register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Learn how t o quit dealing with the same symptoms and 'firefighting' day in and day ou t.

Cost: $295
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CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20220915T1552310Z-583899-1461@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220325T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220325T200000 SUMMARY:PJ's Coffee: Karaoke Night DESCRIPTION:Want some Coffee with your Karaoke? PJ's Coffee is hosting Karaoke Night! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Want some Coffee with your Karaoke?

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PJ's Coffee is hostin g Karaoke Night!

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CATEGORIES:Entertainment UID:20220314T1934480Z-583899-1326@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220531T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220531T223000 SUMMARY:Lutcher Theater: Beautiful - The Carole King Muscial DESCRIPTION:BEAUTIFUL – The Carole King Musical tells the Tony® and Grammy® Award-winning inspiring true story of King’s remarkable rise to stardom\, from being part of a hit songwriting team with her husband Gerry Goffin\, to her relationship with fellow writers and best friends Cynthia Weil and Barry Mann\, to becoming one of the most successful solo acts in popular music history. Along the way\, she made more than beautiful music\, she wr ote the soundtrack to a generation. Get Your Tickets! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

BEAUTIFUL &ndash\; The Carole King Musica l tells the Tony®\; and Grammy®\; Award-winning inspiring true story of King&rsquo\;s remarkable rise to stardom\, from being part of a hit so ngwriting team with her husband Gerry Goffin\, to her relationship with fe llow writers and best friends Cynthia Weil and Barry Mann\, to becoming on e of the most successful solo acts in popular music history. Along the way \, she made more than beautiful music\, she wrote the soundtrack to a gene ration.

Get Your Tickets !
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lutcher Theater UID:20220324T1419060Z-583899-1334@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220505T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220505T103000 SUMMARY:Lutcher Theater: Waitress DESCRIPTION:Inspired by the beloved film\, Waitress tells the story of Jenn a\, an expert pie maker who dreams of a way out of her small town. A bakin g contest and the town’s new doctor may offer her a fresh start\, but Jenn a must summon the strength to rebuild her own life. Don’t miss this uplift ing celebration of friendship\, motherhood\, and the magic of a well-made pie. Contains adult language and adult content. Get Your Tickets! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Inspired by the beloved film\, Wait ress tells the story of Jenna\, an expert pie maker who dreams of a way ou t of her small town. A baking contest and the town&rsquo\;s new doctor may offer her a fresh start\, but Jenna must summon the strength to rebuild h er own life. Don&rsquo\;t miss this uplifting celebration of friendship\, motherhood\, and the magic of a well-made pie. Contains adult language and adult content.

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CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lutcher Theater UID:20220324T1417110Z-583899-1333@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220418T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220418T203000 SUMMARY:Lutcher Theater: Charlie & The Chocolate Factory DESCRIPTION:Roald Dahl's amazing tale is now Orange’s golden ticket! It's t he perfect recipe for a delectable treat: songs from the original film\, i ncluding 'Pure Imagination\,' 'The Candy Man\,' and 'I've Got a Golden Tic ket\,' alongside a toe-tapping and ear-tickling new score from the songwri ters of Hairspray. Get ready for Oompa-Loompas\, incredible inventions\, t he great glass elevator\, and more\, more\, more at this everlasting shows topper! Get Your Tickets! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Ro ald Dahl's amazing tale is now Orange&rsquo\;s golden ticket! It's the per fect recipe for a delectable treat: songs from the original film\, includi ng 'Pure Imagination\,' 'The Candy Man\,' and 'I've Got a Golden Ticket\,' alongside a toe-tapping and ear-tickling new score from the songwriters o f Hairspray. Get ready for Oompa-Loompas\, incredible inventions\, the gre at glass elevator\, and more\, more\, more at this everlasting showstopper !

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CATEGORIES:Entertainment UID:20220324T1415060Z-583899-1332@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220507T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220507T210000 SUMMARY:Lake Charles Rum Festival DESCRIPTION:The Rum Revival is a celebration of the Gulf Coast’s colorful h istory and ties to the Caribbean. Come on out and feel the sunshine\, a wa rm southern breeze and raise a glass to a great time with us! So don your linens and come hang out with all of us for an ALL INCLUSIVE event inside the Lake Charles Civic Center’s Buccaneer Room on May 7th from 6:30pm–9:00 pm. We’ll have a DJ from 6:30p–7:30p and a SWLA favorite\, L.A. ROXX\, wil l perform from 7:30p–9:00p! Click here to purchase tickets! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

The Rum Revival is a celebratio n of the Gulf Coast&rsquo\;s colorful history and ties to the Caribbean. C ome on out and feel the sunshine\, a warm southern breeze and raise a glas s to a great time with us! So don your linens and come hang out with all o f us for an ALL INCLUSIVE event inside the Lake Charles Civic Center&rsquo \;s Buccaneer Room on May 7th from 6:30pm&ndash\;9:00pm. We&rsquo\;ll have a DJ from 6:30p&ndash\;7:30p and a SWLA favorite\, L.A. ROXX\, will perfo rm from 7:30p&ndash\;9:00p!

Click here to purchase tickets!
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20220408T1425200Z-583899-1353@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240507 SUMMARY:IIEC: Basic Engineering Economics for Process Industries DESCRIPTION:This course presents basic engineering economics concepts for p rocess industries such as chemicals\, food\, beverages\, base metals\, pla stics\, pharmaceuticals/cosmeceuticals\, etc. The topics to be covered in this 2-day course include investment (capital) cost and production (manufa cturing) cost estimation as well as economic feasibility analysis by evalu ating cash flows with/without considering time value of money. In addition \, selection among alternative investments via several economic parameters such as return on investment (ROI)\, net present worth (NPW)\, and discou nted-cash flow rate of return (DCFRR) will be covered. Microeconomics and break-even analysis for pricing will also be discussed. This is a two-day course. Cost: $425 (includes a light breakfast and lunch) Hours: 16 CEUs: 1.6 Click here to learn more/register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course presents basic engineering economics concepts for process industries such as chemicals\, food\, beverages\, base metals\, plastics\, pharmaceutical s/cosmeceuticals\, etc. The topics to be covered in this 2-day course incl ude investment (capital) cost and production (manufacturing) cost estimati on as well as economic feasibility analysis by evaluating cash flows with/ without considering time value of money. In addition\, selection among alt ernative investments via several economic parameters such as return on inv estment (ROI)\, net present worth (NPW)\, and discounted-cash flow rate of return (DCFRR) will be covered. Microeconomics and break-even analysis fo r pricing will also be discussed.

This is a two-day course.

Cost: $425 (includes a light breakfast and lunch)

Hours: 16

CEUs: 1.6

Click here to learn more/regist er online. \;
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Engineering & Tech Labs Building\, Room 111 UID:20240423T1605440Z-583899-1774@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230202T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230202T213000 SUMMARY:Lutcher: The Simon & Garfunkel Story DESCRIPTION:The Simon & Garfunkel Story is touring North America again this year! Using huge projection photos and original film footage\, featuring a full live band performing all the hits including ‘Mrs. Robinson’\, ‘Ceci lia’\, ‘Bridge Over Troubled Water’\, ‘Homeward Bound’ and many more. Th e immersive concert-style theater show chronicles the amazing journey shar ed by the folk-rock duo\, Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel. It tells the story from their humble beginnings as Tom & Jerry to their incredible success a s one of the best-selling music groups of the ‘60’s to their dramatic spli t in 1970. It culminates with the famous “The Concert in Central Park” reu nion in 1981 with more than half a million fans in attendance. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

The Si mon &\; Garfunkel Story is touring North America again this year! Using huge projection photos and original film footage\, featuring a full live band performing all the hits including &lsquo\;Mrs. Robinson&rsquo\;\, &ls quo\;Cecilia&rsquo\;\, &lsquo\;Bridge Over Troubled Water&rsquo\;\, &lsquo \;Homeward Bound&rsquo\; and many more.

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The immers ive concert-style theater show chronicles the amazing journey shared by th e folk-rock duo\, Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel. It tells the story from th eir humble beginnings as Tom &\; Jerry to their incredible success as o ne of the best-selling music groups of the &lsquo\;60&rsquo\;s to their dr amatic split in 1970. It culminates with the famous &ldquo\;The Concert in Central Park&rdquo\; reunion in 1981 with more than half a million fans i n attendance.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lutcher Theater UID:20220606T1815240Z-583899-1396@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240521T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240521T193000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Building Financial Literacy DESCRIPTION:This seminar is a comprehensive financial education event cover ing crucial topics. From boosting your credit score in 30 days to understa nding credit reports\, paying down debt\, and managing funds\, the goal of this seminar is to empower individuals for better financial well-being. O ur instructor's clear and accessible explanations aim to guide both beginn ers and those seeking improvement. Join us at McNeese as we embark on this educational journey together\, fostering a strong foundation of financial knowledge. Cost: $20 Learn More X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

This seminar is a comp rehensive financial education event covering crucial topics. From boosting your credit score in 30 days to understanding credit reports\, paying dow n debt\, and managing funds\, the goal of this seminar is to empower indiv iduals for better financial well-being. Our instructor's clear and accessi ble explanations aim to guide both beginners and those seeking improvement . Join us at McNeese as we embark on this educational journey together\, f ostering a strong foundation of financial knowledge.

Cost: $20

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CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20240509T1423300Z-583899-1776@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240327T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240327T120000 SUMMARY:SOWELA Career Fair DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, March 27th 9am - 12pm Spring 2024 Career Fair in th e Sycamore Student Center. Open to all current SOWELA students & Alumni! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Wednesday\, March 27th 9am - 12pm

Spring 2024 Career Fair in the Sycamore Student \;Center.

Open to all current SOWELA students &\; Alumni!
CATEGORIES:Career Fairs & Trade Shows LOCATION:SOWELA's Sycamore Student Center UID:20240229T1946270Z-583899-1758@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230125T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230125T120000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families: Diapers are not forever - Potty Training Webinar DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Online UID:20230123T1658450Z-583899-1544@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220118T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220118T210000 SUMMARY:Family & Youth Legislative Breakfast Presented by Lake Charles Toyo ta DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:L'Auberge Casino Resort UID:20220111T2035410Z-583899-1256@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230419T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230419T120000 SUMMARY:Banners: Wizard of Oz\, for kids 2-7 DESCRIPTION:For more information on this year’s Banners lineup\, various le vels of membership available or ticket prices for some of the events\, che ck out the Banners website at www.banners.org or call the Banners office a t 337-475-5123. Tickets to Banners events are also available at the door a nd McNeese and Sowela students are admitted free with valid student IDs. $ 10 for adults/$5 for kids X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
For more information on this year&rsquo\;s Banners lineup\, various levels of membership
available or ticket pri ces for some of the events\, check out the Banners website at
www.ban ners.org or call the Banners office at 337-475-5123. Tickets to Banners ev ents
are also available at the door and McNeese and Sowela students a re admitted free with
valid student IDs.

$10 for adults/$5 fo r kids
CATEGORIES:For the Family LOCATION:McNeese Bulber Auditorium UID:20230223T2252050Z-583899-1582@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230318T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230318T210000 SUMMARY:Banners: War Journalists: Chasing Fire Documentary DESCRIPTION:Documentary Short and talk with filmmaker For more information on this year’s Banners lineup\, various levels of membership available or ticket prices for some of the events\, check out the Banners website at ww w.banners.org or call the Banners office at 337-475-5123. Tickets to Banne rs events are also available at the door and McNeese and Sowela students a re admitted free with valid student IDs. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Documentary Short and talk with filmmaker
For more information on this year&rsquo\;s Banners lineup\, various levels of membership

available or ticket prices for some of the e vents\, check out the Banners website at
www.banners.org or call the Banners office at 337-475-5123. Tickets to Banners events
are also av ailable at the door and McNeese and Sowela students are admitted free with
valid student IDs.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:McMeese Stokes Auditorium in Hardtner Hall UID:20230223T2241420Z-583899-1574@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230402T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230402T150000 SUMMARY:Banners: The Moonlit Princess - Family Puppet Show DESCRIPTION:For more information on this year’s Banners lineup\, various le vels of membership available or ticket prices for some of the events\, che ck out the Banners website at www.banners.org or call the Banners office a t 337-475-5123. Tickets to Banners events are also available at the door a nd McNeese and Sowela students are admitted free with valid student IDs. $ 20 for Adults and $10 for kids. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
For more information on this year&rsquo\;s Banners lineup\, various levels of membership
available or ticket pri ces for some of the events\, check out the Banners website at
www.ban ners.org or call the Banners office at 337-475-5123. Tickets to Banners ev ents
are also available at the door and McNeese and Sowela students a re admitted free with
valid student IDs.

$20 for Adults and $ 10 for kids.
CATEGORIES:For the Family LOCATION:McNeese Tritico Theater UID:20230223T2249440Z-583899-1579@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230419T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230419T210000 SUMMARY:Banners: Wizard of Oz\, for kids 2-7 DESCRIPTION:For more information on this year’s Banners lineup\, various le vels of membership available or ticket prices for some of the events\, che ck out the Banners website at www.banners.org or call the Banners office a t 337-475-5123. Tickets to Banners events are also available at the door a nd McNeese and Sowela students are admitted free with valid student IDs. $ 10 for adults/$5 for kids X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
For more information on this year&rsquo\;s Banners lineup\, various levels of membership
available or ticket pri ces for some of the events\, check out the Banners website at
www.ban ners.org or call the Banners office at 337-475-5123. Tickets to Banners ev ents
are also available at the door and McNeese and Sowela students a re admitted free with
valid student IDs.

$10 for adults/$5 fo r kids
CATEGORIES:For the Family LOCATION:McNeese Bulber Auditorium UID:20230223T2252270Z-583899-1583@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230414T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230414T203000 SUMMARY:Banners: Family Film Night on the Lawn DESCRIPTION:For more information on this year’s Banners lineup\, various le vels of membership available or ticket prices for some of the events\, che ck out the Banners website at www.banners.org or call the Banners office a t 337-475-5123. Tickets to Banners events are also available at the door a nd McNeese and Sowela students are admitted free with valid student IDs. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
For more information on this year&rsquo\;s Banners lineup\, various levels of membership
available or ticket pri ces for some of the events\, check out the Banners website at
www.ban ners.org or call the Banners office at 337-475-5123. Tickets to Banners ev ents
are also available at the door and McNeese and Sowela students a re admitted free with
valid student IDs.
CATEGORIES:For the Family LOCATION:McNeese Bulber Auditorium UID:20230223T2251120Z-583899-1581@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230323T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230323T200000 SUMMARY:36th Annual McNeese National Works on Paper - Reception DESCRIPTION:For more information on this year’s Banners lineup\, various le vels of membership available or ticket prices for some of the events\, che ck out the Banners website at www.banners.org or call the Banners office a t 337-475-5123. Tickets to Banners events are also available at the door a nd McNeese and Sowela students are admitted free with valid student IDs. T he show will run from March 23 to May 5 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
For more information on this year&rsquo\;s Banners lineup\, various levels of membership
available or ticket pri ces for some of the events\, check out the Banners website at
www.ban ners.org or call the Banners office at 337-475-5123. Tickets to Banners ev ents
are also available at the door and McNeese and Sowela students a re admitted free with
valid student IDs.

The show will run fr om March 23 to May 5
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:McNeese Shearman Fine Arts Center UID:20230223T2243110Z-583899-1575@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230413T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230413T210000 SUMMARY:Banners: Flamethrowers Dance Party DESCRIPTION:For more information on this year’s Banners lineup\, various le vels of membership available or ticket prices for some of the events\, che ck out the Banners website at www.banners.org or call the Banners office a t 337-475-5123. Tickets to Banners events are also available at the door a nd McNeese and Sowela students are admitted free with valid student IDs. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
For more information on this year&rsquo\;s Banners lineup\, various levels of membership
available or ticket pri ces for some of the events\, check out the Banners website at
www.ban ners.org or call the Banners office at 337-475-5123. Tickets to Banners ev ents
are also available at the door and McNeese and Sowela students a re admitted free with
valid student IDs.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:McNeese Legacy Center UID:20230223T2250230Z-583899-1580@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230426T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230426T210000 SUMMARY:Banners: Six Hearts: Vishten/The East Pointers DESCRIPTION:Celtic/Acadian Music with Rock N' Roll For more information on this year’s Banners lineup\, various levels of membership available or tic ket prices for some of the events\, check out the Banners website at www.b anners.org or call the Banners office at 337-475-5123. Tickets to Banners events are also available at the door and McNeese and Sowela students are admitted free with valid student IDs. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Celtic/Acadian Music with Rock N' Roll

For more information on this year&rsquo\;s Banners lineup\, various le vels of membership
available or ticket prices for some of the events\ , check out the Banners website at
www.banners.org or call the Banner s office at 337-475-5123. Tickets to Banners events
are also availabl e at the door and McNeese and Sowela students are admitted free with
valid student IDs.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:McNeese Bulber Auditorium UID:20230223T2254200Z-583899-1585@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230309T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230309T200000 SUMMARY:Banners: Inspiring Generations to Civic Engagement DESCRIPTION:This year's installment of the McLeod Lecture Series is Inspiri ng Generations to Civic Engagement. This free event will be held at the La ke Charles Civic Center. For more information on this year’s Banners line up\, various levels of membership available or ticket prices for some of t he events\, check out the Banners website at www.banners.org or call the B anners office at 337-475-5123. Tickets to Banners events are also availabl e at the door and McNeese and Sowela students are admitted free with valid student IDs. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This year's installment of the McLeod Lecture Series is \;Inspiring Generatio ns to Civic Engagement. \;This free event will be held at the Lak e Charles Civic Center. \;

For more information on this year&rsquo\;s Banners lineup\, various le vels of membership \;available or ticket prices for some of the events\, check out the Banners website at \;www.banners.org or call the Banners office at 337-475-5123. Tickets to Banners events \;are also available at the door and McNeese an d Sowela students are admitted free with \;valid student IDs.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20230303T1711080Z-583899-1571@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230311T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230311T200000 SUMMARY:Banners: Right in the Eye DESCRIPTION:Concert to pay homage to cinema pioneer Georges Melies. For mo re information on this year’s Banners lineup\, various levels of membershi p available or ticket prices for some of the events\, check out the Banner s website at www.banners.org or call the Banners office at 337-475-5123. T ickets to Banners events are also available at the door and McNeese and So wela students are admitted free with valid student IDs. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Concert to pay homage to cinema pioneer Geo rges Melies. \;

For more information on this year&rsq uo\;s Banners lineup\, various levels of membership
available or tick et prices for some of the events\, check out the Banners website at
w ww.banners.org or call the Banners office at 337-475-5123. Tickets to Bann ers events
are also available at the door and McNeese and Sowela stud ents are admitted free with
valid student IDs.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:McNeese Bulber Auditorium UID:20230223T2240110Z-583899-1573@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230421T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230421T200000 SUMMARY:Banners: Mames Babegenush\, a Danish Band DESCRIPTION:For more information on this year’s Banners lineup\, various le vels of membership available or ticket prices for some of the events\, che ck out the Banners website at www.banners.org or call the Banners office a t 337-475-5123. Tickets to Banners events are also available at the door a nd McNeese and Sowela students are admitted free with valid student IDs. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
For more information on this year&rsquo\;s Banners lineup\, various levels of membership
available or ticket pri ces for some of the events\, check out the Banners website at
www.ban ners.org or call the Banners office at 337-475-5123. Tickets to Banners ev ents
are also available at the door and McNeese and Sowela students a re admitted free with
valid student IDs.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:McNeese Bulber Auditorium UID:20230223T2253190Z-583899-1584@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230307T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230307T210000 SUMMARY:Banners: Tartan Terrors DESCRIPTION:For more information on this year’s Banners lineup\, various le vels of membership available or ticket prices for some of the events\, che ck out the Banners website at www.banners.org or call the Banners office a t 337-475-5123. Tickets to Banners events are also available at the door a nd McNeese and Sowela students are admitted free with valid student IDs. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
For more information on this year&rsquo\;s Banners lineup\, various levels of membership
available or ticket pri ces for some of the events\, check out the Banners website at
www.ban ners.org or call the Banners office at 337-475-5123. Tickets to Banners ev ents
are also available at the door and McNeese and Sowela students a re admitted free with
valid student IDs.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:McNeese Tritico Theater UID:20230223T2236140Z-583899-1570@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230326T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230326T150000 SUMMARY:Banners: Relay of Voices: A River Connected DESCRIPTION:This is a lecture and interactive performance. Husband and wife team brings the Mississippi River to life. For more information on this y ear’s Banners lineup\, various levels of membership available or ticket pr ices for some of the events\, check out the Banners website at www.banners .org or call the Banners office at 337-475-5123. Tickets to Banners events are also available at the door and McNeese and Sowela students are admitt ed free with valid student IDs. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This is a lecture and interactive performan ce.

Husband and wife team brings the Mississippi River to life.

For more information on this year&rsquo\;s Banners lineup\, various levels of membership
available or ticket prices for some of the event s\, check out the Banners website at
www.banners.org or call the Bann ers office at 337-475-5123. Tickets to Banners events
are also availa ble at the door and McNeese and Sowela students are admitted free with
valid student IDs.
CATEGORIES:For the Family LOCATION:Riverside Park UID:20230223T2247280Z-583899-1577@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230331T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230331T210000 SUMMARY:Banners: Ruthie Foster: Singer/Songwriter DESCRIPTION:Ruthie Foster is a four-time Grammy-Nominated singer and songwr iter For more information on this year’s Banners lineup\, various levels o f membership available or ticket prices for some of the events\, check out the Banners website at www.banners.org or call the Banners office at 337- 475-5123. Tickets to Banners events are also available at the door and McN eese and Sowela students are admitted free with valid student IDs. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Ruthie Foster is a four-time Grammy-Nominat ed singer and songwriter

For more information on this year&rsquo\; s Banners lineup\, various levels of membership
available or ticket p rices for some of the events\, check out the Banners website at
www.b anners.org or call the Banners office at 337-475-5123. Tickets to Banners events
are also available at the door and McNeese and Sowela students are admitted free with
valid student IDs.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:McNeese Tritico Theater UID:20230223T2248430Z-583899-1578@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230429T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230429T210000 SUMMARY:Banners: Nashville Hurricane with Chase Padgett DESCRIPTION:A one-man show of storytelling & music For more information on this year’s Banners lineup\, various levels of membership available or tic ket prices for some of the events\, check out the Banners website at www.b anners.org or call the Banners office at 337-475-5123. Tickets to Banners events are also available at the door and McNeese and Sowela students are admitted free with valid student IDs. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
A one-man show of storytelling &\; music

For more information on this year&rsquo\;s Banners lineup\, vario us levels of membership
available or ticket prices for some of the ev ents\, check out the Banners website at
www.banners.org or call the B anners office at 337-475-5123. Tickets to Banners events
are also ava ilable at the door and McNeese and Sowela students are admitted free with< br />valid student IDs.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:McNeese Tritico Theater UID:20230223T2255170Z-583899-1586@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230310T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230310T210000 SUMMARY:Banners: Sons of Mystro DESCRIPTION:This is an innovative violin concert For more information on th is year’s Banners lineup\, various levels of membership available or ticke t prices for some of the events\, check out the Banners website at www.ban ners.org or call the Banners office at 337-475-5123. Tickets to Banners ev ents are also available at the door and McNeese and Sowela students are ad mitted free with valid student IDs. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This is an innovative violin concert
< p>For more information on this year&rsquo\;s Banners lineup\, various leve ls of membership
available or ticket prices for some of the events\, check out the Banners website at
www.banners.org or call the Banners office at 337-475-5123. Tickets to Banners events
are also available at the door and McNeese and Sowela students are admitted free with
va lid student IDs.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:McNeese Tritico Theater UID:20230223T2238380Z-583899-1572@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230401T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230401T213000 SUMMARY:Jimmy Fortune with Special Guests\, The Malpass Brothers DESCRIPTION:Gospel Music Association (GMA) and Country Music Association (C MA) Hall of Famer Jimmy Fortune will be joined by special guests\, The Mal pass Brothers\, for this one-of-a-kind concert event! Jimmy Fortune toure d\, sang and performed with the legendary Statler Brothers for 21 years\, and wrote the group’s second No. 1 hit\, “Elizabeth.” Openers for music le gend\, Merle Haggard on multiple tours\, The Malpass Brothers promote the work and music of classic country artists they treasure while creating new music and making their own mark in the lineage of rich American cultural heritage. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Gospel Music Association (GMA) and Country Music Associa tion (CMA) Hall of Famer Jimmy Fortune will be joined by special guests\, The Malpass Brothers\, for this one-of-a-kind concert event! \;
< p>Jimmy Fortune toured\, sang and performed with the legendary Statler Bro thers for 21 years\, and wrote the group&rsquo\;s second No. 1 hit\, &ldqu o\;Elizabeth.&rdquo\;

Openers for music legend\, Merle Haggard on multiple tours\, The Malpass Brothers promote the work and music of classi c country artists they treasure while creating new music and making their own mark in the lineage of rich American cultural heritage.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lutcher Theater UID:20220606T1840100Z-583899-1399@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221216T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221216T160000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Resource Conservation & Recovery Act (RCRA) DESCRIPTION:This accelerated one-day RCRA is designed to serve as both an i nitial and refresher course to assist in meeting the 40 CFR 262.34(a) and 40 CFR 265.16 training requirements. Topics include waste characterization \, treatment standards\, generator responsibilities\, emergencies\, and wa ste shipments. Hours: 8 CEUs: .8 Cost: $590 Click here to learn more and/o r to register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This accele rated one-day RCRA is designed to serve as both an initial and refresher c ourse to assist in meeting the 40 CFR 262.34(a) and 40 CFR 265.16 training requirements. Topics include waste characterization\, treatment standards \, generator responsibilities\, emergencies\, and waste shipments.< /p>
Hours: 8

CEUs: .8

Cost: $590

Click here to learn more and/or to reg ister online. \;
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20221024T2132290Z-583899-1484@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220803T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220803T143000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Construction Management Series: Cost Tracking & Cost Control DESCRIPTION:An introductory course on tracking construction costs and time\ , analyzing if project is over/under running on time and costs\, plus pred icting\, using progress\, the end cost of a project and comparing it to bu dget. Visit this website to learn more: https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ZI dMeFlISCCMhLsg0XkzYM_bVAF1lj8XPSNcSjqL7i-eGcjO6A5Y03SJkns_yJubwhc7OsSue1ia 5HC1dSzixVofW3NcSl_OaFlBjP6Xert5zczHwE2-_r4nnt1Lsdx9uRqEmjk6T4S9ZGApBYXPmp 5-8IjgUqTRSbslK2BnLPZyud3qrKyDIMW-3_BXEtOl-QOOW51aYmECnGQW4jeGNVERCm7qJ5Hr 2kfI_4htlL0Xbab6aZH3Tg==&c=8_Ny8A_urYyZWQa5op5v5lndTgGFtdE1ZB49ChUcdM63B8n YejfeRw==&ch=JzDhsIlOnvf7lgchheEbnN6majNoZmCYQWtK1zmktAaAi1hOQ_LjbA== X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:An introductory course on tracking constructio n costs and time\, analyzing if project is over/under running on time and costs\, plus predicting\, using progress\, the end cost of a project and c omparing it to budget. Visit this website to learn more: https://r20.rs 6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ZIdMeFlISCCMhLsg0XkzYM_bVAF1lj8XPSNcSjqL7i-eGcjO6A5Y03SJ kns_yJubwhc7OsSue1ia5HC1dSzixVofW3NcSl_OaFlBjP6Xert5zczHwE2-_r4nnt1Lsdx9uR qEmjk6T4S9ZGApBYXPmp5-8IjgUqTRSbslK2BnLPZyud3qrKyDIMW-3_BXEtOl-QOOW51aYmEC nGQW4jeGNVERCm7qJ5Hr2kfI_4htlL0Xbab6aZH3Tg==&c=8_Ny8A_urYyZWQa5op5v5lndTgG FtdE1ZB49ChUcdM63B8nYejfeRw==&ch=JzDhsIlOnvf7lgchheEbnN6majNoZmCYQWtK1zmkt AaAi1hOQ_LjbA== CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Engineering & Tech Labs Building UID:20220725T1544150Z-583899-1437@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221129T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221129T213000 SUMMARY:Lutcher: Million Dollar Quartet Christmas DESCRIPTION:In a fortuitous twist of fate\, rock ‘n’ roll newcomers and soo n to be legends–Johnny Cash\, Jerry Lee Lewis\, Carl Perkins\, and Elvis P resley all stop by their famous Memphis recording studio alma mater the sa me wintry evening\, unbeknownst to them that they had the front seat to a revolution. Journey through a story of Christmas past\, present and futur e\, jam packed with chart toppers such as“Jingle Bell Rock\,” “Rockin’ Aro und the Christmas Tree\,” “Don’t Be Cruel\,” “Blue Christmas\,” “Santa Cla us is Comin’ To Town\,” “Ring of Fire\,” “Santa Baby\,” “I’ll Be X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

In a f ortuitous twist of fate\, rock &lsquo\;n&rsquo\; roll newcomers and soon t o be legends&ndash\;Johnny Cash\, Jerry Lee Lewis\, Carl Perkins\, and Elv is Presley all stop by their famous Memphis recording studio alma mater th e same wintry evening\, unbeknownst to them that they had the front seat t o a revolution. \;

Journey through a story of Christmas past\, present and future\, jam packed with chart toppers such as&ldquo\;Jingle Bell Rock\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;Rockin&rsquo\; Around the Christmas Tree\,&rdq uo\; &ldquo\;Don&rsquo\;t Be Cruel\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;Blue Christmas\,&rdqu o\; &ldquo\;Santa Claus is Comin&rsquo\; To Town\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;Ring of Fire\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;Santa Baby\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;I&rsquo\;ll Be
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lutcher Theater UID:20220606T1813240Z-583899-1394@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230807T184500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230807T200000 SUMMARY:McNeese Leisure Learning: Salsa / Cha Cha Dancing DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to spice up your dance moves? Our Salsa / Cha Cha Dancing class is the perfect way to add some flavor to your repertoire! W hether you're a beginner or an experienced dancer\, our expert instructor will guide you through the steps and techniques to help you become a true salsa / cha cha pro. With our fun and supportive atmosphere\, you'll have a blast while learning this exciting dance style. If you are going on a cr uise\, this dance class is a must!! So don't wait - sign up for our Salsa / Cha Cha Dancing class today and let's get dancing! Click here to registe r. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Are you ready to spice up your dance moves? Our Salsa / Cha Cha Dancing class is the perfect way to add some flavor t o your repertoire! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced dancer\, ou r expert instructor will guide you through the steps and techniques to hel p you become a true salsa / cha cha pro. With our fun and supportive atmos phere\, you'll have a blast while learning this exciting dance style.

If you are going on a cruise\, this dance class is a must!! \;So don't wait - sign up for our Salsa / Cha Cha Dancing class today and let's get dancing!

Click here to register. \;
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:Boogie Woogie Ballroom UID:20230724T1446180Z-583899-1664@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230113T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230113T220000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families: Section 504 & Special Education DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20221214T1532390Z-583899-1518@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230125T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230125T120000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families: Diapers are not Forever DESCRIPTION:Diapers Are Not Forever Potty Training Webinar11 AM Wednesday\, January 25\, 2023 China Guillory - EarlySteps Community Outreach Speciali st will walk you through the process of Potty Training. Join us to learn S elf-help skills and the parent’s roles in Potty Training. Link to Register : https://tinyurl.com/DANFJan25 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Diapers Are Not Forever Potty Trainin g Webinar11 AM Wednesday\, January 25\, 2023

China Guillory - Early Steps Community Outreach Specialist will walk you through the process of P otty Training. Join us to learn Self-help skills and the parent&rsquo\;s r oles in Potty Training.

Link to Register: \ ;https://tinyurl.com/DANFJan25
CATEGORIES:Health & Hospitals LOCATION:Online UID:20221214T1530440Z-583899-1517@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221115T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221115T130000 SUMMARY:EPSDT Access to Care: What Parents & Caregivers Need to Know Webina r DESCRIPTION:Did you know there is a health benefit for all Medicaid-eligibl e children and youth under age 21 that provides health care\, screening\, diagnostic services\, treatment\, and other measures to improve health out comes? Join us to learn everything you\, as a parent\, need to knowabout t he EPSDT program. Link to Register: https://tinyurl.com/yjhmnftz X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Did you kno w there is a health benefit for \;all \;Medicaid-eligible children and youth under age 21 \;that provides health care\, screening\, diag nostic \;services\, treatment\, and other measures to improve \;he alth outcomes?

Join u s to learn everything you\, as a parent\, need to knowabout the EPSDT prog ram.

Link to Register : \;https://tinyurl.com/yjhmnftz
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:Online UID:20221110T1458060Z-583899-1509@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221205T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221205T213000 SUMMARY:Lutcher: My Fair Lady DESCRIPTION:From Lincoln Center Theater and director Bartlett Sher comes “a sumptuous new production of the most perfect musical of all time” (Entert ainment Weekly)\, Lerner & Loewe’s MY FAIR LADY. Boasting such classic son gs as “I Could Have Danced All Night\,” “The Rain in Spain\,” and “Wouldn’ t It Be Loverly\,” MY FAIR LADY tells the story of Eliza Doolittle\, a you ng Cockney flower seller\, and Henry Higgins\, a linguistics professor who is determined to transform her into his idea of a “proper lady.” But who is really being transformed? X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

From L incoln Center Theater and director Bartlett Sher comes &ldquo\;a sumptuous new production of the most perfect musical of all time&rdquo\; (Entertain ment Weekly)\, Lerner &\; Loewe&rsquo\;s \;MY FAIR LADY. Boasting s uch classic songs as &ldquo\;I Could Have Danced All Night\,&rdquo\; &ldqu o\;The Rain in Spain\,&rdquo\; and &ldquo\;Wouldn&rsquo\;t It Be Loverly\, &rdquo\; \;MY FAIR LADY \;tells the story of Eliza Doolittle\, a y oung Cockney flower seller\, and Henry Higgins\, a linguistics professor w ho is determined to transform her into his idea of a &ldquo\;proper lady.& rdquo\; But who is really being transformed?
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lutcher Theater UID:20220606T1814230Z-583899-1395@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230112T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230112T110000 SUMMARY:State of American Business 2023 DESCRIPTION:Join business leaders from across the country and around the wo rld for the U.S. Chamber’s premier annual event where we will explore the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead in 2023\, and beyond. During this high-level virtual dialogue\, U.S. Chamber President and CEO Suzanne Clark will outline the Chamber’s priorities\, discuss the role of governme nt in advancing smart policy\, and highlight the role of business-led inno vation to chart a bright path forward for our nation and its people. In ad dition\, the event will feature dynamic conversations with a range of Amer ican business leaders from small business owners to Fortune 500 executives . Learn more here. Register and Join the CommunityPost to your social fee d. See who's going. Invite your network.Register Register with Email X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Join busi ness leaders from across the country and around the world for the U.S. Cha mber&rsquo\;s premier annual event where we will explore the challenges an d opportunities that lie ahead in 2023\, and beyond. \;

During this high-level virtual dialogue\, U.S. Chamber President an d CEO Suzanne Clark will outline the Chamber&rsquo\;s priorities\, discuss the role of government in advancing smart policy\, and highlight the role of business-led innovation to chart a bright path forward for our nation and its people. In addition\, the event will feature dynamic conversations with a range of American business leaders from small business owners to F ortune 500 executives.

Learn more \;here. \;

Reg ister and Join the CommunityPost to your social feed. See who's going. Inv ite your network.Register \;Register with Em ail
CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:Online UID:20230104T1633310Z-583899-1519@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230119T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230119T130000 SUMMARY:Planning for Adulthood: Your High School IEP Questions Answered Web inar DESCRIPTION:You have likely been thinking about and planning for the transi tion process from high school to adult life for your child for a long time ! Learn more about how the IEP and transition supports in high school can help your child prepare for adult life. Link to Register: https://tinyurl. com/AdulthoodJan19 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
You have likely been thinking about a nd planning for the transition process from high school to adult life for your child for a long time! Learn more about how the IEP and transition su pports in high school can help your child prepare for adult life.Link to Register: \;https://t inyurl.com/AdulthoodJan19
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20230117T1432520Z-583899-1543@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221206T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221206T200000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Microsoft Word RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;COUNT=2 DESCRIPTION:Efficiently create a wide range of business and personal docume nts\, from the simplest letter to the most complex report. Learn Word feat ures that you can use to enhance the appearance and readability of documen t. Hours: 4 hours over two nights Cost: $350 Click here to learn more and/ or register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Efficiently create a wide range of business and personal documents\, from the simples t letter to the most complex report. Learn Word features that you can use to enhance the appearance and readability of document.

Hours: 4 hours over two nights

Cost: $350

Click here to learn more and/or register online. \;
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20221121T1925240Z-583899-1513@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221022T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221022T213000 SUMMARY:Lutcher: R.E.S.P.E.C.T. DESCRIPTION:R.E.S.P.E.C.T. is the ultimate tribute to the legendary Queen o f Soul\, Aretha Franklin. The elevated concert experience brings a communi ty together with timeless music that speaks to the complicated human condi tion\, honoring the impassioned and transcendent music of one of America’s most beloved singer-songwriters. 'Natural Woman\,” “Think\,” “I Knew Yo u Were Waiting for Me\,” “Chain of Fools\,” “Respect” — all your favorite hits in one evening celebrating the iconic songstress! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

R.E.S. P.E.C.T. \;is the ultimate tribute to the legendary Queen of Soul\, Ar etha Franklin. The elevated concert experience brings a community together with timeless music that speaks to the complicated human condition\, hono ring the impassioned and transcendent music of one of America&rsquo\;s mos t beloved singer-songwriters.

\;

'Natural Woman\,&rdq uo\; &ldquo\;Think\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;I Knew You Were Waiting for Me\,&rdqu o\; &ldquo\;Chain of Fools\,&rdquo\;

&ldquo\;Respect&rdquo\; &mdas h\; all your favorite hits in one evening celebrating the iconic songstres s!

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CATEGORIES:Entertainment UID:20220606T1809540Z-583899-1391@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221109T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221109T200000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Excel Intermediate DESCRIPTION:Excel is the industry leading spreadsheet software program. Yet most people are not using Excel to its fullest potential. In this class\, you will better understand and appreciate the versatility of Excel and ho w to use it more robustly as a date management tool. Two Nights\, NOvember 9 & 10 From 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Cost: $400 Click here to register and/or lea rn more. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Excel is th e industry leading spreadsheet software program. Yet most people are not u sing Excel to its fullest potential. In this class\, you will better under stand and appreciate the versatility of Excel and how to use it more robus tly as a date management tool.

Two Nights\, NOvember 9 &\; 10

From 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Cost: $400

Click here to register and/or learn more. \;

CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20221101T1815130Z-583899-1488@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220914T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220914T200000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Excel Intermediate DESCRIPTION:Learn to create a very nice Worksheet in your Workbook. Better understand the versatility of Excel in your daily needs for structuring yo ur data in your working environment. Click here to learn more or to regist er. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Learn to cr eate a very nice Worksheet in your Workbook. Better understand the versati lity of Excel in your daily needs for structuring your data in your workin g environment.

Click here to learn more or to registe r. \;
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20220906T1830580Z-583899-1458@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220921T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220921T200000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Microsoft Excel - Advanced DESCRIPTION:This course provides expert instruction and hands-on exercises that will help you easily master analysis tools\, PivotTables\, conditiona l formatting\, and other advanced features. Click here to learn more or to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This course provides expert instruction and hands-on exercises that will help you eas ily master analysis tools\, PivotTables\, conditional formatting\, and oth er advanced features.

Click here to learn more or to register.
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20220906T1832140Z-583899-1459@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211103T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211103T140000 SUMMARY:FHF Virtual Job Fair for Individuals with DisAbilities DESCRIPTION:Click here for Employer Registration Click here for J ob Seeker Registration X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Click here for Employer Registrati on \; \; \; \; \; \;Click here for Job Seeker Reg istration
CATEGORIES:Career Fairs & Trade Shows LOCATION:Online UID:20211019T1509090Z-583899-1227@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221102T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221102T160000 SUMMARY:Grant Writing Basics Workshop DESCRIPTION:Grant Writing Basics Workshop Event: Business & Workforce Recov ery Solutions\, Inc. is offering a Free Workshop for Nonprofits\, Small Bu sinesses\, Board Members\, and others interested in learning about grant f unding. Date: Wednesday\, November 2\, 2022\, 1:00 - 4:00 PM Location: Uni ted Way of Southwest Louisiana Training Room\, 815 Ryan Street\, Lake Char les\, LA 70601 Presenter: Dr. Cathy Denison-Robert\, MBA\, Executive Direc tor and Consultant has thirty years of grant development and management ex perience and a passion to serve others. Join us for an interactive Worksho p to learn the Basics of Grant Writing and Grant Management plus Strong Bu siness Practices for Grants. Registration is required by October 29\, 2022 . Refreshments will be served. Registration Link: https://forms.gle/gijidX GaHrwLR1bX7 For more Info: Missty@BusinessWorkforceRecovery.com or (337) 5 02-1911. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Grant Writing Basics Workshop

Event: Business &\; Workforce Recovery Solutions\, Inc. is offering a Free
Workshop for Nonprofits\, Small Businesses\, Board Members\, and others
interested in learning about grant funding.

Dat e: Wednesday\, November 2\, 2022\, 1:00 - 4:00 PM

Location: United Way of Southwest Louisiana Training Room\, 815 Ryan
Street\, L ake Charles\, LA 70601

Presenter: Dr. Cathy Denison-Robert\, MBA\, Executive Director and
Consultant has thirty years of grant de velopment and management experience and
a passion to serve others.

Join us for an interactive Workshop to learn the Basics of Gra nt Writing and
Grant Management plus Strong Business Practices for Gr ants.

Registration is required by October 29\, 2022. Refreshments will be served.
Registration Link: https://forms.gle/gijidXGaHrwLR1bX 7
For more Info: Missty@BusinessWorkforceRecovery.com or (337) 502-19 11.
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:United Way of SWLA UID:20221101T2013370Z-583899-1489@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221007T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221007T130000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families: Act 378 DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:Online UID:20221012T1926020Z-583899-1482@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220808T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220808T183000 SUMMARY:See Things Through Their Eyes: Sensory Integration Webinar DESCRIPTION:Children with sensory integration problems often experience gre ater difficulty interpreting and reacting to the environment around them. Their external behavior can give us clues to their internal struggle. A ke y step to helping a child with sensory Integration problems is to develop empathy for their struggle and find ways to help them to navigate in an un certain world. Join us as our Guest Speaker: Vonda Flue\, M.O.T./L.O.T.R - Occupational Therapist discusses Sensory Integration - See Things Through Their Eyes! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Children with sensory integration problems often experience greater difficulty interpreting and reacting to the envir onment around them. Their external behavior can give us clues to their int ernal struggle. A key step to helping a child with sensory Integration pro blems is to develop empathy for their struggle and find ways to help them to navigate in an uncertain world.

Join us as our Guest Speaker : Vonda Flue\, M.O.T./L.O.T.R - Occupational Therapist discusses Sensory I ntegration - See Things Through Their Eyes!
CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:Online UID:20220808T1457060Z-583899-1439@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221109T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221109T140000 SUMMARY:Time for a Change: EarlySteps Transition Webinar DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:For the Family LOCATION:Online UID:20221101T2023050Z-583899-1490@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221015T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221015T183000 SUMMARY:FHF: Halloween Community Dance for People with Disabilities & their Families DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:For the Family LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20220916T1557210Z-583899-1464@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220623T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220623T150000 SUMMARY:Upsize Your Freedom DESCRIPTION:Seating is limited\, RSVP to (337) 607-1710 or visit villagesim perialpointe.com/rsvp X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Seating is limited\, RSVP to (337) 607-1710 or visit& nbsp\;vil lagesimperialpointe.com/rsvp
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:Lake Charles Country Club UID:20220608T2100340Z-583899-1404@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220906T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220906T160000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt DESCRIPTION:Team Leads\, Supervisors\, Managers & Top Leadership\, plus oth ers who will go on to Green Belt or Black Belt level. Understand why impro vement project teams do what they do & info presented by teams. Helps with the improvement project selection & prioritization process. Can execute i mprovements in their span of control on a daily basis. Learns to make data -driven decisions\, solve problems\, & identify and remove wastes. Click h ere to regsiter. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Team L eads\, Supervisors\, Managers &\; Top Leadership\, plus others who will go on to Green Belt or Black Belt level. Understand why improvement proje ct teams do what they do &\; info presented by teams. Helps with the im provement project selection &\; prioritization process. Can execute imp rovements in their span of control on a daily basis. Learns to make data-d riven decisions\, solve problems\, &\; identify and remove wastes.

Click here to regsiter.
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20220829T1925310Z-583899-1440@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231102T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231102T200000 SUMMARY:Southlake Theater: Diamond Rio DESCRIPTION:An Evening with Diamond RioN November 2\, 2023 Concert starts a t 8:00 PM Doors open at 7:00 PM X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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An Evening with Diamond RioN

November 2\, 2023

Concert starts at 8:00 PM
Door s open at 7:00 PM

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CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Southlake Theater UID:20231023T2036300Z-583899-1693@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220811T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220811T160000 SUMMARY:IEC: Lean Six Sigma Green Belt DESCRIPTION:Managers\, Analysts\, Engineers\, Techs and Quality & Continuou s Improvement staff\; &/or others who will go to Black Belt. Learn to lead improvement project teams to get results. Green Belts drive improvements in their areas of the organization & work on improvements ~20-25% of their time and deliver 1 or 2 small improvement projects per year. Click here to learn more. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Managers\, Analysts\, Engineers\, Techs and Qual ity &\; Continuous Improvement staff\; &\;/or others who will go to Black Belt. Learn to lead improvement project teams to get results. Green Belts drive improvements in their areas of the organization &\; work on improvements ~20-25% of their time and deliver 1 or 2 small improvement p rojects per year.

\;

Click here to lea rn more.
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20220808T2132020Z-583899-1441@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220823T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220823T130000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Lean & 5S Overview DESCRIPTION:In this class you will learn the basics of lean and a new way t o see your processes. You'll learn about types of wastes & common tools to overcome them\, including how to implement 5S with a step-by-step handboo k. Click here to learn more. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

In this class you will learn the basics of lean and a new way to see your processes. You'll learn about types of wastes &a mp\; common tools to overcome them\, including how to implement 5S with a step-by-step handbook.

Click here to learn more.&nb sp\;
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20220808T2133200Z-583899-1442@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221129 SUMMARY:Capstone ITS presents Effective Standard Operating Procedure 2022 DESCRIPTION:The Development of Effective Standard Operating Procedures Semi nar has helped hundreds of clients achieve exceptional results. The semina r promotes practices from our learning experiences through work with our E nergy Sector clients. This seminar will be hosted at our brand-new Capston e ITS office located at the SEED Center in Lake Charles! Course Highlights : How to meet procedure regulatory requirements How to establish a consist ent procedure format How to develop consistent procedure identification Wh at type of information should be contained in procedure How to use procedu res for training/operator qualification How to update and maintain procedu re information All participants will be provided a hard copy of all materi al discussed during the seminar. This would be all the information provide d to the participants during the seminar. The material will be encapsulate d within a Capstone ITS binder with associated Capstone ITS information in cluded. Full course syllabus can be found HERE. *Capstone ITS reserves the right to modify the event schedule at our discretion. General Information : Over the duration of the course\, breaks will be taken as needed during discussions. Various drinks and breakfast type foods such as donuts\, roll s\, etc\, will be provided every morning before the seminar begins. Lunch will also be provided daily. Capstone ITS and our representatives look for ward to hosting all participants for a dinner at a selected location on th e night of November 30th (2nd day of the seminar). Participants can look f orward to various “giveaways” of Capstone ITS swag (caps\, coffee cups\, e tc.) at the beginning of the seminar. Planning on buying 3 or more tickets ? Contact Keith Smith before you pay to save 10%. There are limited spaces available and registration will move quickly. Sign up now to reserve your place! If you have any questions about registration\, please contact Keit h Smith at 337.508.9050 or ksmith@capstoneits.com. Nov 29\, 2022\, 8:00 AM – Thu\, Dec 1\, 2022\, 4:00 PM CSTLocation Conference Room B/C\, The SEED Center\, 4310 Ryan Street Lake Charles\, LA 70605 Cost: $1000 There will be dinner provided on the night of November 30. A 10% discount will be pro vided by Keith Smith at ksmith@capstoneits.com to groups of three of more. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Development of Effective Standard Opera ting Procedures Seminar has helped hundreds of clients achieve exceptional results. The seminar promotes practices from our learning experiences thr ough work with our Energy Sector clients.

This seminar will be hos ted at our brand-new Capstone ITS office located at the SEED Center in Lak e Charles!

Course Highlights:

How to meet procedure regulatory requirements

How to establish a consistent procedure format

How to develop consistent procedur e identification

What type of information should be contained in procedure

How to use procedures for training/operator qualifica tion

How to update and maintain procedure information

All participants will be provided a hard copy of all material discus sed during the seminar. This would be all the information provided to the participants during the seminar. The material will be encapsulated within a Capstone ITS binder with associated Capstone ITS information included.

Full course syllabus can be found \;HERE.

*Capstone ITS reserve s the right to modify the event schedule at our discretion.

G eneral Information:

Over the duration of the course\, breaks will be taken as needed during discussions.

Various drinks and breakfas t type foods such as donuts\, rolls\, etc\, will be provided every morning before the seminar begins. Lunch will also be provided daily.

Cap stone ITS and our representatives look forward to hosting all participants for a dinner at a selected location on the night of November 30th (2nd da y of the seminar).

Participants can look forward to various &ldquo \;giveaways&rdquo\; of Capstone ITS swag (caps\, coffee cups\, etc.) at th e beginning of the seminar.

Planning on buying 3 or more tic kets? Contact Keith Smith before you pay to save 10%.

There are limited spaces available and registration will move quickly. Si gn up now to reserve your place!

If you have any questions about registration\, please contact Keith Smith at 337.508.9050 or ksmith@ capstoneits.com.

Nov 29\, 2022\, 8:00 AM &ndash\; \;Thu\ , Dec 1\, 2022\, 4:00 PM CSTLocation

Conference Room B/C\, The SEED Center\, \;4310 Ryan Street Lake Charles\, LA 70 605

Cost: $1000

There will be dinner provided on the night of November 30.

A 10% discount will be provided by Keith Smith at ksmith@capstoneits.com to groups of three of more. \;

CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities UID:20221025T1828080Z-583899-1485@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220429T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220429T193000 SUMMARY:‘Movies Under the Stars’ DESCRIPTION: “Movies Under the Stars” is back for three Fridays in April wi th three funny\, family-friendly films.    Friday\, April 29 – “The Croods :” This 2013 computer-animated comedy-adventure follows a family – the Cro ods (voiced by Nicholas Cage\, Emma Stone\, Ryan Reynolds and Cloris Leach man) of cavemen. They survive in harsh conditions because they follow the strict rules set by the family’s patriarch (Cage). But\, when their cave h ome is destroyed in the wake of an impending volcanic eruption\, they are forced to leave their safe home and venture into the wilderness and the un known to forge a new way of life (Rated PG). This movie will be shown at R iver Bluff Park\, located 543 Theriot Road\, Moss Bluff. All movies will start at 6:30 p.m. but be sure to get there early to get the best spots. Residents are encouraged to bring their own blankets and lawn chairs. Resi dents can also bring their own food\, but there will be vendors present at every movie. Also\, free popcorn and cotton candy will be served at each event. Movies will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather. Cance llations will be announced before the event on the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury’s website at calcasieuparish.gov and on CPPJ’s Facebook\, Twitter\, and Instagram pages. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
\;&ldquo\;Movies Under the Stars&rdquo \; is back for three Fridays in April with three funny\, family-friendly f ilms.

\; \;

Friday\, April 29 &ndash\; &ld quo\;The Croods:&rdquo\; This 2013 computer-animated come dy-adventure follows a family &ndash\; the Croods (voiced by Nicholas Cage \, Emma Stone\, Ryan Reynolds and Cloris Leachman) of cavemen. They surviv e in harsh conditions because they follow the strict rules set by the fami ly&rsquo\;s patriarch (Cage). But\, when their cave home is destroyed in t he wake of an impending volcanic eruption\, they are forced to leave their safe home and venture into the wilderness and the unknown to forge a new way of life (Rated PG). This movie will be shown at River Bluff Park\,&nbs p\;located 543 Theriot Road\, Moss Bluff.

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All movies will start at 6:30 p.m. but be sure to get there early to get t he best spots. Residents are encouraged to bring their own blankets and la wn chairs. Residents can also bring their own food\, but there will be ven dors present at every movie. Also\, free popcorn and cotton candy will be served at each event.

\;

Movies will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather. Cancellations will be announced before the event on the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury&rsquo\;s website at \;calcasieuparish.gov \;and on CPPJ&rsquo\;s Facebook\, Twitter\, and Instagram pages.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Prien Lake Park UID:20220404T1515270Z-583899-1340@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221104T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221104T130000 SUMMARY:NON-PROFIT SECTOR DEVELOPMENT: GOVERNANCE & BOARD WORK 101 DESCRIPTION:The Board of Directors set the tone and direction of the organi zation. Effective board leadership and governance helps ensure that a non profit corporation can operate to its fullest capacity. Creating an effect ive board is a continual process that includes recruitment\, engagement\, and development. Time: 11:30 am – 1:00 pm Date: November 4th\, 2022 Cost: $25.00/per person Location: 220 Louie St. Lake Charles\, LA\; Entrance A Presenter: Julio R. Galan & Experienced Board Members This training will c over: The Role & Responsibilities of the Board and the CEO The Relationshi p of the Board and the CEO Recruitment\, Engagement & Development Strate gies Who Should Attend? Executive Directors Board Members Future Board Mem bers Non-Profit Leadership Teams Public Relations & Fund Development Staff Click here to learn more and/or to register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Board o f Directors set the tone and direction of the organization. \; Effecti ve board leadership and governance helps ensure that a nonprofit corporati on can operate to its fullest capacity. Creating an effective board is a c ontinual process that includes recruitment\, engagement\, and development. \;
Time: \;11:30 am &ndash\; 1:00 pm
Date: \;November 4th\, 2022
Cost: \;$25.00/per person
Location: \ ;220 Louie St. Lake Charles\, LA\; Entrance A
Presenter: \;Julio R. Galan &\; Ex perienced Board Members

This training will cover:

The Role &\; Responsibilities of the Board and the CEO

The Rela tionship of the Board and the CEO \;

Recruitment\, Engagement &\; Development Stra tegies

Who Should Attend?

Executive Directors

Board Members

Future Board Members

Non-Profit Leadership Teams

Public Relations &\; Fund Development S taff

Click here to learn mor e and/or to register online. \;
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Family & Youth UID:20221026T2101030Z-583899-1486@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220912T184500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220912T200000 SUMMARY:Leisure Learning: Jitterbug - Single Time Swing DESCRIPTION:Jitterbug is one of the most popular styles of dance. Learn the basics and then several patterns that you can take with you to your next dance. This is a four night class. September 12\, 19\, 26\, and Oct 3. Cli ck here to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Jitterbug i s one of the most popular styles of dance. Learn the basics and then sever al patterns that you can take with you to your next dance.

This is a four night class. September 12\, 19\, 26\, and Oct 3.

Click here to register.
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:Boogie Woogie Ballroom UID:20220829T1931020Z-583899-1454@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221018T230000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221019T010000 SUMMARY:Oasis: In Their Shoes DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20220829T1932440Z-583899-1455@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220906T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220906T130000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Data Driven Continuous Improvement DESCRIPTION:In this course\, you will learn how to create feedback loops wi th data\, engage teams for better results in their span of control\, and u se data to turn opinions into facts for better decision making for better results. Hours: 1.5 hours of self study Event Cost: $225 Register by 9/1/2 022 Click to Register X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
In this cou rse\, you will learn how to create feedback loops with data\, engage teams for better results in their span of control\, and use data to turn opinio ns into facts for better decision making for better results.
< p>Hours: 1.5 hours of self study

Event Cost: $225

Register by 9/1/2022

Clic k to Register
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20220829T1923250Z-583899-1451@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220913T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220914T000000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Construction Management Series: Scheduling DESCRIPTION:An introductory course in construction scheduling for the craft foremen\, supervisor\, or project manager using manual methods to develop bar charts and Critical Path Method schedules. A brief section on the PER T Method is included\, to include calculating the probability of completin g a schedule on time Click here to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
An introduc tory course in construction scheduling for the craft foremen\, supervisor\ , or project manager using manual methods to develop bar charts and Critic al Path Method schedules. A brief section on the PERT Method is included\, to include calculating the probability of completing a schedule on time

Click here to register.
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20220829T1927000Z-583899-1452@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220915T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220915T113000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Construction Management Series: Estimating DESCRIPTION:An introductory course in performing material take-offs\, devel oping crew pricing\, and methods for pricing and bidding construction proj ects. Basic knowledge of blueprint reading is desirable. Click here to reg ister. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
An introduc tory course in performing material take-offs\, developing crew pricing\, a nd methods for pricing and bidding construction projects. Basic knowledge of blueprint reading is desirable.

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CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20220829T1928130Z-583899-1453@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221006T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221006T130000 SUMMARY:Learn about the range of Early Intervention Services Webinar DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Health & Hospitals LOCATION:Online UID:20221004T1855090Z-583899-1477@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220729T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220729T203000 SUMMARY:Movies Under the Stars: Moana DESCRIPTION:“Movies Under the Stars” returns Then on Friday\, July 29\, at River Bluff Park (543 Theriot Road\, Moss Bluff)\, make sure not to miss “Moana:” This computer-animated musical adventure\, which is based on stor ies from Polynesian mythology\, centers around teenager Moana Waialiki (vo iced by Auli’i Cravalho)\, the only daughter of a chief in a long line of navigators of her tribe. When her island's fishermen can't catch any fish and the crops fail\, Moana\, who wants to save her people\, sets off on an epic journey across the Pacific. Along the way\, she meets the once-might y demigod Maui (voiced by Dwayne Johnson)\, who helps her in her quest. (R ated PG). The movie will start at 6:30 p.m. but be sure to get there earl y to get the best spots. Residents are encouraged to bring their own blank ets and lawn chairs. Residents can also bring their own food\, but there w ill be vendors present at every movie. Also\, free popcorn and cotton cand y will be served. Movies will be cancelled in the event of inclement weath er. Cancellations will be announced before the event on the Calcasieu Pari sh Police Jury’s website at calcasieuparish.gov and on CPPJ’s Facebook\, T witter\, and Instagram pages. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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Then on Friday\, July \;29\, at River Bluff Park (5 43 Theriot Road\, Moss Bluff)\, make sure not to miss &ldquo\;Moana:&rdquo \; \;This computer-animated musical adventure\, which is based on stories from Polynesian mythology\, centers around teenager M oana Waialiki (voiced by Auli&rsquo\;i Cravalho)\, the only daughter of a chief in a long line of navigators of her tribe. When her island's fisherm en can't catch any fish and the crops fail\, Moana\, who wants to save her people\, sets off on an epic journey across the Pacific. Along the way\, she meets the once-mighty demigod Maui (voiced by Dwayne Johnson)\, who he lps her in her quest. (Rated PG). \;

The \;movie will star t at 6:30 p.m. but be sure to get there early to get the best spots. Resid ents are encouraged to bring their own blankets and lawn chairs. Residents can also bring their own food\, but there will be vendors present at ever y movie. Also\, free popcorn and cotton candy will be served.

Movi es will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather. Cancellations will be announced before the event on the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury&rsquo\; s website at \;calcasieuparish.gov \;and on CPPJ&rsquo\;s Facebook\, Twitt er\, and Instagram pages.
CATEGORIES:For the Family LOCATION:River Bluff Park UID:20220714T1520340Z-583899-1428@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220409T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220409T150000 SUMMARY:PJ's Coffee: Book Signing DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:PJ's Coffee UID:20220405T1337190Z-583899-1341@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220627T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220627T140000 SUMMARY:SOWLA Culinary Camp DESCRIPTION:SOWELA Technical Community College’s Office of Workforce Soluti ons is excited to announce its 2022 Culinary Arts Summer Camp line up. Sum mer camps offer children entering 1st through 12th grades the opportunity to explore a culinary career path with a SOWELA chef. Culinary Camps are h eld in SOWELA’s professional-grade kitchens at either the Main Campus in L ake Charles or at the SOWELA Morgan Smith site in Jennings\, La. Culinary Camp (Lake Charles campus) Monday\, June 27 – Friday\, July 1\, 2022: An annual favorite for young cooks entering grades 5th – 8th. The camp runs f rom 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Cost is $250 per camper and includes breakfast and lunch. For more information or to register\, visit www.sowela.edu/camps or call (337) 421-6560 or email workforce@sowela.edu.   X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
SOWELA Technical Community College&rsquo\;s Office of Workforce Solutions is excited to announce its 2022 Culinary Ar ts Summer Camp line up. Summer camps offer children entering 1^st \;through 12^th \;grades the opportunity to explore a culinary career path with a SOWELA chef. Culinary Camps are held in SOWELA &rsquo\;s professional-grade kitchens at either the Main Campus in Lake Ch arles or at the SOWELA Morgan Smith site in Jennings\, La. \;

Culinary Camp (Lake Charles campus) Monday\, June 27 &ndash\; Friday\, July 1\, 2022: \;An annual favorite for young cooks entering gra des 5th &ndash\; 8th. The camp runs from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Cost is $250 per camper and includes breakfast and lunch. \;

For more infor mation or to register\, visit \;www.sowela.edu/camps \;or call (337) 421-6560 or ema il \;workforce@sowela.edu.&n bsp\; \;

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CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:SOWELA Community Technical College UID:20220405T1420290Z-583899-1342@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220624T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220624T200000 SUMMARY:Rooted: Family Legacies in Lake Charles DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center UID:20220623T1422250Z-583899-1413@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220725T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220725T140000 SUMMARY:SOWLEA Jennings Culinary Camp DESCRIPTION:Culinary Camp (Morgan Smith site in Jennings\, LA) Monday\, Jul y 25 – Friday\, July 29\, 2022: An annual favorite for young cooks enterin g grades 5th-8th. The camp runs from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Cost is $250 per camper and includes breakfast and lunch. For more information or to regis ter\, visit www.sowela.edu/camps or call (337) 421-6560 or email workforce @sowela.edu.   X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Culinary Camp (Morgan Smith site in Jennings\, LA) Monday\, July 25 &ndash\; Friday\, July 29\, 2022: \;An annual favorite for young cooks entering grades 5th-8^{th. The camp runs from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Cost is $250 per camper and inc
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CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:SOWLEA Morgan Smith UID:20220405T1421240Z-583899-1345@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220718T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220718T140000 SUMMARY:SOWELA Jr. Chef Culinary Camp DESCRIPTION:Jr. Chef Culinary Camp (Lake Charles campus)\, Monday\, July 18 – Friday\, July 22\, 2022: Campers learn how a restaurant works from the front of the house to the back for students entering 9th-12th grades. The camp runs from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Cost is $250 per camper and includes br eakfast and lunch. For more information or to register\, visit www.sowela .edu/camps or call (337) 421-6560 or email workforce@sowela.edu.   X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Jr. Chef Culinary Camp (Lake Cha rles campus)\, Monday\, July 18 &ndash\; Friday\, July 22\, 2022:&nbs p\;Campers learn how a restaurant works from the front of the house to the back for students entering 9th-12th grades. The camp runs from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Cost is $250 per camper and includes breakfast and lunch. \;

For more information or to register\, visit \;www.sowela.edu/camps \;or call (337) 421-6560 or email \;workforce@sowela.edu. \; \;

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CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:SOWELA Community Technical College UID:20220405T1421450Z-583899-1344@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220711T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220711T140000 SUMMARY:SOWLA Kids in the Kitchen DESCRIPTION:Kids in the Kitchen (Lake Charles campus) Monday\, July 11 – Fr iday\, July 15\, 2022: A fun\, age-appropriate camp for younger cooks ente ring grades 1st – 4th. The camp runs from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Cost is $250 per camper and includes breakfast and lunch. For more information or to register\, visit www.sowela.edu/camps or call (337) 421-6560 or email work force@sowela.edu.   X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Kids in the Kitchen (Lake Charle s campus) Monday\, July 11 &ndash\; Friday\, July 15\, 2022: \;A fun\, age-appropriate camp for younger cooks entering grades 1st &ndash\; 4th. The camp runs from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Cost is $250 per camper and in cludes breakfast and lunch. \;

For more information or to register\, visit \;www.sowela.edu/camps \;or call (337) 421-6560 or email \; workforce@sowela.edu. \;&nbs p\;

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CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:SOWELA Community Technical College UID:20220405T1420580Z-583899-1343@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220725T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220725T140000 SUMMARY:SOWELA Culinary Camp DESCRIPTION:Culinary Camp (Lake Charles campus) Monday\, July 25\, – Friday \, July 29\, 2022: An annual favorite for young cooks entering grades 5th- 8th. The camp runs from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Cost is $250 per camper and in cludes breakfast and lunch. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Culinary Camp (Lake Charles camp us) Monday\, July 25\, &ndash\; Friday\, July 29\, 2022: \;An ann ual favorite for young cooks entering grades 5th-8th. The camp runs from 8 :00 AM to 2:00 PM. Cost is $250 per camper and includes breakfast and lunc h. \;

CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:SOWELA Community Technical College UID:20220405T1419550Z-583899-1346@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220717T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220717T140000 SUMMARY:Brunch at Calla RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20230717;BYDAY=SU DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Entertainment UID:20220714T1836190Z-583899-1429@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220723T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220723T120000 SUMMARY:Live Music at The James DESCRIPTION:Live Music at The James. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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CATEGORIES:Entertainment UID:20220714T1841160Z-583899-1431@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220128T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220128T183000 SUMMARY:Flamenco Friday! DESCRIPTION:Historic City Hall Arts and Cultural Center will host two conce rts by Solero Flamenco\, Houston’s premier flamenco performing company\, o n Friday\, January 28\, 2022. Both performances will feature soulful songs \, enchanting guitars and exhilarating dance in an improvised art form. Fo unders and Artistic Directors Irma La Paloma and Jeremias Garcia will prov ide the vocal and musical framework for professional flamenco dancers. Pri or to each performance\, visitors will be invited to sample traditional Sp anish dishes including paella and empanadas\, while exploring the exhibit currently on view at Historic City Hall\, “Flamenco: From Spain to the U.S .” The exhibit provides an in-depth look at the history and culture of Fla menco dance\, music\, and fashion and traces the journey of flamenco from fifteenth and sixteenth century Spain to its arrival in the U.S. It is on display at Historic City Hall until March 12\, 2022. The first performance is planned for 5:30 p.m. with an opening reception beginning at 4:30 p.m. The second performance will take place at 7:30 p.m. with a reception begi nning at 6:30 p.m. Tickets will be checked at the door upon entry. The per formances are intended for all ages. The event is sponsored by the City of Lake Charles and the International Club of Southwest Louisiana. Although admission is free\, entrance is limited to 100 guests (per performance) in keeping with COVID-19 safety guidelines. Tickets must be claimed at www.f lamencolakecharles.eventbrite.com.   X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Historic City Hall Arts and Cultural Center will host two concerts by Solero Flamenco\, Houston&rsquo\;s premier flam enco performing company\, on \;Friday\, January 28\, 2022. Both perfor mances will feature soulful songs\, enchanting guitars and exhilarating da nce in an improvised art form. Founders and Artistic Directors Irma La Pal oma and Jeremias Garcia will provide the vocal and musical framework for p rofessional flamenco dancers.

Prior to each performance\, visitors will be invited to sample traditional Spanish dishes including paella and empanadas\, while exploring the exhibit currently on view at Historic Cit y Hall\, &ldquo\;Flamenco: From Spain to the U.S.&rdquo\; The exhibit prov ides an in-depth look at the history and culture of Flamenco dance\, music \, and fashion and traces the journey of flamenco from fifteenth and sixte enth century Spain to its arrival in the U.S. It is on display at Historic City Hall until March 12\, 2022.

The first performance is planned for 5:30 p.m. with an opening reception beginning at 4:30 p.m. The second performance will take place at 7:30 p.m. with a reception beginning at 6: 30 p.m. Tickets will be checked at the door upon entry. The performances a re intended for all ages. The event is sponsored by the City of Lake Charl es and the International Club of Southwest Louisiana.

Although admission is free\, entrance is limited to 100 guests (per per formance) in keeping with COVID-19 safety guidelines. Tickets must be clai med at \;www.flamencolakecharles.eventb rite.com. \; \;
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center UID:20220110T2047490Z-583899-1250@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220722T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220722T190000 SUMMARY:Live Music at The James DESCRIPTION:Live Music at The James. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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CATEGORIES:Entertainment UID:20220714T1840400Z-583899-1430@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220425T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220425T123000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Solar Renewable Energy DESCRIPTION:This course caters to Engineers\, Technicians\, Facilities Mana gers\, Energy Professionals\, Architects and others who are interested in enhancing their understanding of solar renewable energy\, and would like t o learn about methods\, best practices and strategies for selection of the most suitable solar renewable energy alternative\, with technical\, geogr aphic and financial feasibility in mind. The course highlights the four-pi llar approach or perspective on formulation of a business entity’s energy vision and how solar and non-solar renewable energy options fit within. Ho urs: 4 Cost: $180 Click here to learn more or register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

This course caters to Engineers \, Technicians\, Facilities Managers\, Energy Professionals\, Architects a nd others who are interested in enhancing their understanding of solar ren ewable energy\, and would like to learn about methods\, best practices and strategies for selection of the most suitable solar renewable energy alte rnative\, with technical\, geographic and financial feasibility in mind. T he course highlights the four-pillar approach or perspective on formulatio n of a business entity&rsquo\;s energy vision and how solar and non-solar renewable energy options fit within.

Hours: 4

Cost: $1 80

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Click here to learn more or register.< /p> CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20220406T1549210Z-583899-1349@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220426T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220426T153000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Hydrostatics\, Hydrodynamics & Hydraulic Machines DESCRIPTION:This course is intended to serve as an introduction to fluid st atics\, hydrodynamics and hydraulic machines for attendees with little or no fluids background. This course transitions from hydraulics concepts to laws\, mathematical equations\, sample problems and practical hydraulics c ase study examples. Manning’s Law\, Bernoulli’s Law\, Moody’s Graph\, Darc y’s Equation\, Fan Laws\, and Hazen Williams Method – to name a few – are some of the principles and analytical principles that are discussed covere d. Hours: 8 Cost: $385 Click here to learn more and to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

This cour se is intended to serve as an introduction to fluid statics\, hydrodynamic s and hydraulic machines for attendees with little or no fluids background . This course transitions from hydraulics concepts to laws\, mathematical equations\, sample problems and practical hydraulics case study examples. Manning&rsquo\;s Law\, Bernoulli&rsquo\;s Law\, Moody&rsquo\;s Graph\, Dar cy&rsquo\;s Equation\, Fan Laws\, and Hazen Williams Method &ndash\; to na me a few &ndash\; are some of the principles and analytical principles tha t are discussed covered.

Ho urs: 8

Cost: $385

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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20220406T1551180Z-583899-1350@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220509T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220509T153000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Forensics Engineering DESCRIPTION:Course on the process of forensic engineering and the steps und ertaken by a forensics engineer in investigating\, recording\, reporting o f accidents\, and hazards thereof\, and servings as an expert witness in l itigations that ensue. Participants will benefit from this unique seminar authored and conducted by a well-recognized expert on forensics. Hours: 8 Cost: $385 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Course on the process of forensic engineering and the steps undertaken by a fore nsics engineer in investigating\, recording\, reporting of accidents\, and hazards thereof\, and servings as an expert witness in litigations that e nsue. Participants will benefit from this unique seminar authored and cond ucted by a well-recognized expert on forensics.

Hours: 8

C ost: $385
CATEGORIES:Education UID:20220406T1603210Z-583899-1351@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221001T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221001T140000 SUMMARY:CSE's Presents ZydePink Brunch DESCRIPTION:CSE Federal Credit Union (CSE) is proud to announce that New Ac counts Representative Korey London has stepped up to fight breast cancer w ith the American Cancer Society (ACS) through participation in the Real Me n Wear Pink (RMWP) of Southwest Louisiana (SWLA) fundraising campaign. Lo ndon and CSE are partnering with Panorama Music House to host ZydePink\, a fundraiser brunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on October 1. Attendees receive complimentary classic brunch items and a mimosa as you dance to live Zyde co music from Zydecane at Panorama Music House\, 331 Broad St.\, Lake Char les\, LA 70601. Tickets are $45 each at this family friendly event and can be purchased at csefcu.org/real-men-wear-pink-2022. Funds raised help th e ACS save lives from breast cancer through early detection and prevention \, innovative breast cancer research and patient support. “All Real Men W ear Pink ambassadors are leaders in Southwest Louisiana\;” London said. “T his is an impactful opportunity to raise awareness for a cause that affect s both men and women. We have a chance to make a difference by coming toge ther to help find a cure for cancer with these events.” X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CSE Federal Credit Union (CSE) is proud to announce that New Accounts Representative Korey London has stepped up to f ight breast cancer with the American Cancer Society (ACS) through particip ation in the Real Men Wear Pink (RMWP) of Southwest Louisiana (SWLA) fundr aising campaign. \;

London and CSE are partnering with Panoram a Music House to host ZydePink\, a fundraiser brunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m . on October 1. \;

Attendees receive complimentary classic bru nch items and a mimosa as you dance to live Zydeco music from Zydecane at Panorama Music House\, 331 Broad St.\, Lake Charles\, LA 70601. Tickets ar e $45 each at this family friendly event and can be purchased at \;csefcu.org/real-men-wear-pink-2022. \;

F unds raised help the ACS save lives from breast cancer through early detec tion and prevention\, innovative breast cancer research and patient suppor t. \;

&ldquo\;All Real Men Wear Pink ambassadors are leaders i n Southwest Louisiana\;&rdquo\; London said. &ldquo\;This is an impactful opportunity to raise awareness for a cause that affects both men and women . We have a chance to make a difference by coming together to help find a cure for cancer with these events.&rdquo\;
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Panorama Music House UID:20220919T1527240Z-583899-1465@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220221T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220221T200000 SUMMARY:LOUISIANA GENERAL CONTRACTORS SEMINAR DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for the Louisiana Contractors Accredit ation Institute’s General Contractors Seminar. The 10-week course is a key component of Louisiana’s nationally recognized training institute for con struction professionals. The LCAI General Contractors Seminar will provide foundational technical knowledge essential to a general contractor in ord er to sustain and grow a business in the construction industry. The cour se will take place online via the Zoom video conferencing platform Feb. 21 through May 4\, consisting of two-hour sessions twice a week on Mondays a nd Wednesdays from 6 to 8 p.m. Registration is underway and will continue through Feb. 14. A $350 fee covers the cost of the course and materials. T o register\, visit OpportunityLouisiana.com/LCAI-GC and click the “Apply N ow” button. The General Contractors Seminar is one of three LCAI program s and is designed for small and emerging construction businesses. Topics t o be covered include: Print reading Building calculations Site work\, de molition\, and construction Foundations\, formwork\, and retaining walls C oncrete and masonry Steel construction Finishes Roof structures Structural loads Related trades Special construction and equipment Fire protection s ystems Safety codes Since 2016\, more than 1\,315 participants have grad uated from LCAI seminars offered by Louisiana Economic Development\, the L ouisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors and the Louisiana Community and Technical College System to meet the needs of the state’s growing con struction industry. Other contractor accreditation courses planned for lat er this year include Residential Contractors Seminar (June 13- Aug. 17) an d Business and Law Seminar (Oct. 3-Nov. 9). For more information\, conta ct Camille Campbell at 225.342.5534 or camille.campbell@la.gov\; or Rebecc a Boquet at 985.448.5915 or rebecca.boquet@fletcher.edu. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Registration is now open for the Louisiana Contractors Accreditation Institute&rsquo\;s General Contractors Seminar. The 10-week course is a key component of Louisiana&rsquo\;s nationally rec ognized training institute for construction professionals. The LCAI Genera l Contractors Seminar will provide foundational technical knowledge essent ial to a general contractor in order to sustain and grow a business in the construction industry.
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The course will take place onlin e via the Zoom video conferencing platform Feb. 21 through May 4\, consist ing of two-hour sessions twice a week on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6 to 8 p.m. Registration is underway and will continue through Feb. 14. A $350 fee covers the cost of the course and materials. To register\, visit \ ;OpportunityLouisiana.com/ LCAI-GC \;and c lick the &ldquo\;Apply Now&rdquo\; button.
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The General C ontractors Seminar is one of three LCAI programs and is designed for small and emerging construction businesses. Topics to be covered include:
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Print reading

Building calculations

Site work\, demolition\, and construction

Foundations\, for mwork\, and retaining walls

Concrete and masonry

Steel construction

Finishes

Roof structures

Struc tural loads

Related trades

Special construction and eq uipment

Fire protection systems

Safety codes

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Since 2016\, more than 1\,315 participants have gradua ted from LCAI seminars offered by Louisiana Economic Development\, the Lou isiana State Licensing Board for Contractors and the Louisiana Community a nd Technical College System to meet the needs of the state&rsquo\;s growin g construction industry. Other contractor accreditation courses planned fo r later this year include Residential Contractors Seminar (June 13- Aug. 1 7) and Business and Law Seminar (Oct. 3-Nov. 9).
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For mor e information\, contact Camille Campbell at 225.342.5534 or \;camille.campbell@la.gov\; or Rebecca Boquet at 985.448.5915 or \;rebecca.boquet@fletcher.edu.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20220111T1928450Z-583899-1255@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220705 SUMMARY:SOWELA: Clinical Medical Assisstant DESCRIPTION:SOWELA Technical Community College’s Office of Workforce Soluti ons is now registering for multiple short-term training courses this summe r. Scholarships are available for those that qualify\, and registration is open on a first-come\, first-serve basis. A limited number of training se ats are available for each program\, which will be held at SOWELA’s Main C ampus in Lake Charles\, La. Clinical Medical Assistant: The four-month training starts on Tuesday\, July 5\, and prepares students for employment in care facilities\, home health agencies\, and hospitals where basic bed side nursing care is needed. After the training program\, Medical Assistan t students take exams for OSHA-10 Bloodborne Pathogens\, Certified Clinica l Medical Assistant\, Phlebotomy\, EKG\, and Basic Life Support (CPR). The class is held Monday – Friday from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and the cost is $3 \,999. For more information or to register for any of these training prog rams\, visit www.sowela.edu/training or call (337) 421-6560 or email workf orce@sowela.edu.   X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
SOWELA Technical Community College&rsquo\;s Office of Workforce Solutions is now registering for multiple short-term training courses this summer. Scholarships are available for those that qu alify\, and registration is open on a first-come\, first-serve basis. A li mited number of training seats are available for each program\, which will be held at SOWELA&rsquo\;s Main Campus in Lake Charles\, La. \; \;

Clinical Medical Assistant: \;The four-mon th training starts on Tuesday\, July 5\, and prepares students for employm ent in care facilities\, home health agencies\, and hospitals where basic bedside nursing care is needed. After the training program\, Medical Assis tant students take exams for OSHA-10 Bloodborne Pathogens\, Certified Clin ical Medical Assistant\, Phlebotomy\, EKG\, and Basic Life Support (CPR). The class is held Monday &ndash\; Friday from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. \;an d the cost is $3\,999. \;

For more information or to register for any of these training programs\, visit \;www.sowela.edu/training \;or call (337) 421-6560 or email \;workforce@sowela.edu. \; \;
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:SOWLEA Lake Charles UID:20220628T1949100Z-583899-1415@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230218T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230218T170000 SUMMARY:2023 Homebuyer Education Classes DESCRIPTION:Calcasieu Parish’s Housing Counseling Agency\, in conjunction w ith Project Build a Future\, has announced its free Homebuyer Education Cl asses schedule for 2023. The first class begins Feb. 18. Here is the full 2023 class schedule: Saturday\, Feb. 18: 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.\, hosted by the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Monday\, April 24: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Proje ct Build a Future Tuesday\, April 25: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Monday\, June 12: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Tues day\, June 13: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Saturday\, Aug. 19: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Monday\, Oct. 23: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Tuesday\, Oct. 24: 5-9 p.m .\, hosted by Project Build a Future Saturday\, Nov. 18: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, h osted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury All classes are held at the Allen P. August Multipurpose Annex\, 2000 Moeling St. in Lake Charles and particip ants can opt to attend two\, four-hour\, back-to-back classes or attend on e eight-hour session. The class walks participants through the entire pro cess of buying a home\, step by step. It covers all the fundamentals of ho meownership\, including the pros and cons of purchasing a home\, the role of realtors\, all about mortgages (mortgage terminology\, mortgage origina tors\, mortgage underwriters and underwriting criteria and mortgage attorn eys)\, financial management\, and proper budgeting. Other topics include d own payments\, closing costs\, insurance\, and how to apply for grants. R esidents who are interested in buying a home\, are in the process of buyin g a home\, and even those who already own homes\, are encouraged to sign u p for these classes. Please note that the definition of “first-time homebu yer” is anyone who has not owned a home in the past three years -- even if the person owned a home previously.   Classes are free to all participant s\, regardless of income. To register\, visit calcasieu.gov/housingcounsel ing\, click on the “homebuyer group counseling” tab and fill out the appli cation. Applications are also available at the Calcasieu Parish Police Ju ry’s Human Services Department office\, 2001 Moeling St.\, Lake Charles. T he office is open from 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.\, Monday-Friday. Participants will receive a certificate when they successfully complete classes. For more in formation\, call the Calcasieu Parish Housing Counseling Agency at 337-721 -4030\, ext. 5152 or email mffontenot@calcasieu.gov. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Calcasieu Parish&rsquo\;s Housing Cou nseling Agency\, in conjunction with Project Build a Future\, has announce d its free Homebuyer Education Classes schedule for 2023.

T he first class begins Feb. 18. Here is the full 2023 class schedule: \ ;

Saturday\, Feb. 18: 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.\, \; hosted by the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury

Monday\, April 24: 5-9 p.m.\, host ed by Project Build a Future

Tuesday\, April 25: 5-9 p.m.\, host ed by Project Build a Future

Monday\, June 12: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future

Tuesday\, June 13: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future

Saturday\, Aug. 19: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, ho sted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury

Monday\, Oct. 23: 5-9 p.m.\ , hosted by Project Build a Future

Tuesday\, Oct. 24: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future

Saturday\, Nov. 18: 9 a.m.-5 p .m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury

All classes a re held at the Allen P. August Multipurpose Annex\, 2000 Moeling St. in La ke Charles and participants can opt to attend two\, four-hour\, back-to-ba ck classes or attend one eight-hour session. \;

The class walk s participants \;through the entire process of buying a home\, step by step. It covers all the fundamentals of homeownership\, including the pro s and cons of purchasing a home\, the role of realtors\, all about mortgag es (mortgage terminology\, mortgage originators\, mortgage underwriters an d underwriting criteria and mortgage attorneys)\, \;financial manageme nt\, and proper budgeting. \;Other topics include down payments\, clos ing costs\, insurance\, and how to apply for grants. \;

Reside nts who are interested in buying a home\, are in the process of buying a h ome\, and even those who already own homes\, are encouraged to sign up for these classes. Please note that the definition of &ldquo\;first-time home buyer&rdquo\; is anyone who has not owned a home in the past three years - - even if the person owned a home previously. \; \;

Classe s are free to all participants\, regardless of income. To register\, visit \;calcasieu.gov/housingcounseling\, click on the & ldquo\;homebuyer group counseling&rdquo\; tab and fill out the application . \;

Applications are also available at the Calcasieu Parish P olice Jury&rsquo\;s Human Services Department office\, 2001 Moeling St.\, Lake Charles. The office is open from 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.\, Monday-Friday. \;

Participants will receive a certificate when they successfully complete classes.

For more information\, call the Calcasieu Parish Housing Counseling Agency at 337-721-4030\, ext. 5152 or email \;mffontenot@calcasieu. gov.
CATEGORIES:Education UID:20230131T2004130Z-583899-1550@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230819T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230819T170000 SUMMARY:2023 Homebuyer Education Classes DESCRIPTION:Calcasieu Parish’s Housing Counseling Agency\, in conjunction w ith Project Build a Future\, has announced its free Homebuyer Education Cl asses schedule for 2023. The first class begins Feb. 18. Here is the full 2023 class schedule: Saturday\, Feb. 18: 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.\, hosted by the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Monday\, April 24: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Proje ct Build a Future Tuesday\, April 25: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Monday\, June 12: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Tues day\, June 13: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Saturday\, Aug. 19: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Monday\, Oct. 23: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Tuesday\, Oct. 24: 5-9 p.m .\, hosted by Project Build a Future Saturday\, Nov. 18: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, h osted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury All classes are held at the Allen P. August Multipurpose Annex\, 2000 Moeling St. in Lake Charles and particip ants can opt to attend two\, four-hour\, back-to-back classes or attend on e eight-hour session. The class walks participants through the entire pro cess of buying a home\, step by step. It covers all the fundamentals of ho meownership\, including the pros and cons of purchasing a home\, the role of realtors\, all about mortgages (mortgage terminology\, mortgage origina tors\, mortgage underwriters and underwriting criteria and mortgage attorn eys)\, financial management\, and proper budgeting. Other topics include d own payments\, closing costs\, insurance\, and how to apply for grants. R esidents who are interested in buying a home\, are in the process of buyin g a home\, and even those who already own homes\, are encouraged to sign u p for these classes. Please note that the definition of “first-time homebu yer” is anyone who has not owned a home in the past three years -- even if the person owned a home previously.   Classes are free to all participant s\, regardless of income. To register\, visit calcasieu.gov/housingcounsel ing\, click on the “homebuyer group counseling” tab and fill out the appli cation. Applications are also available at the Calcasieu Parish Police Ju ry’s Human Services Department office\, 2001 Moeling St.\, Lake Charles. T he office is open from 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.\, Monday-Friday. Participants will receive a certificate when they successfully complete classes. For more in formation\, call the Calcasieu Parish Housing Counseling Agency at 337-721 -4030\, ext. 5152 or email mffontenot@calcasieu.gov. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Calcasieu Parish&rsquo\;s Housing Cou nseling Agency\, in conjunction with Project Build a Future\, has announce d its free Homebuyer Education Classes schedule for 2023.

T he first class begins Feb. 18. Here is the full 2023 class schedule: \ ;

Saturday\, Feb. 18: 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.\, \; hosted by the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury

Monday\, April 24: 5-9 p.m.\, host ed by Project Build a Future

Tuesday\, April 25: 5-9 p.m.\, host ed by Project Build a Future

Monday\, June 12: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future

Tuesday\, June 13: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future

Saturday\, Aug. 19: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, ho sted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury

Monday\, Oct. 23: 5-9 p.m.\ , hosted by Project Build a Future

Tuesday\, Oct. 24: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future

Saturday\, Nov. 18: 9 a.m.-5 p .m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury

All classes a re held at the Allen P. August Multipurpose Annex\, 2000 Moeling St. in La ke Charles and participants can opt to attend two\, four-hour\, back-to-ba ck classes or attend one eight-hour session. \;

The class walk s participants \;through the entire process of buying a home\, step by step. It covers all the fundamentals of homeownership\, including the pro s and cons of purchasing a home\, the role of realtors\, all about mortgag es (mortgage terminology\, mortgage originators\, mortgage underwriters an d underwriting criteria and mortgage attorneys)\, \;financial manageme nt\, and proper budgeting. \;Other topics include down payments\, clos ing costs\, insurance\, and how to apply for grants. \;

Reside nts who are interested in buying a home\, are in the process of buying a h ome\, and even those who already own homes\, are encouraged to sign up for these classes. Please note that the definition of &ldquo\;first-time home buyer&rdquo\; is anyone who has not owned a home in the past three years - - even if the person owned a home previously. \; \;

Classe s are free to all participants\, regardless of income. To register\, visit \;calcasieu.gov/housingcounseling\, click on the & ldquo\;homebuyer group counseling&rdquo\; tab and fill out the application . \;

Applications are also available at the Calcasieu Parish P olice Jury&rsquo\;s Human Services Department office\, 2001 Moeling St.\, Lake Charles. The office is open from 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.\, Monday-Friday. \;

Participants will receive a certificate when they successfully complete classes.

For more information\, call the Calcasieu Parish Housing Counseling Agency at 337-721-4030\, ext. 5152 or email \;mffontenot@calcasieu. gov.
CATEGORIES:Education UID:20230131T2004440Z-583899-1551@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231118T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231118T170000 SUMMARY:2023 Homebuyer Education Classes DESCRIPTION:Calcasieu Parish’s Housing Counseling Agency\, in conjunction w ith Project Build a Future\, has announced its free Homebuyer Education Cl asses schedule for 2023. The first class begins Feb. 18. Here is the full 2023 class schedule: Saturday\, Feb. 18: 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.\, hosted by the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Monday\, April 24: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Proje ct Build a Future Tuesday\, April 25: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Monday\, June 12: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Tues day\, June 13: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Saturday\, Aug. 19: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Monday\, Oct. 23: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Tuesday\, Oct. 24: 5-9 p.m .\, hosted by Project Build a Future Saturday\, Nov. 18: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, h osted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury All classes are held at the Allen P. August Multipurpose Annex\, 2000 Moeling St. in Lake Charles and particip ants can opt to attend two\, four-hour\, back-to-back classes or attend on e eight-hour session. The class walks participants through the entire pro cess of buying a home\, step by step. It covers all the fundamentals of ho meownership\, including the pros and cons of purchasing a home\, the role of realtors\, all about mortgages (mortgage terminology\, mortgage origina tors\, mortgage underwriters and underwriting criteria and mortgage attorn eys)\, financial management\, and proper budgeting. Other topics include d own payments\, closing costs\, insurance\, and how to apply for grants. R esidents who are interested in buying a home\, are in the process of buyin g a home\, and even those who already own homes\, are encouraged to sign u p for these classes. Please note that the definition of “first-time homebu yer” is anyone who has not owned a home in the past three years -- even if the person owned a home previously.   Classes are free to all participant s\, regardless of income. To register\, visit calcasieu.gov/housingcounsel ing\, click on the “homebuyer group counseling” tab and fill out the appli cation. Applications are also available at the Calcasieu Parish Police Ju ry’s Human Services Department office\, 2001 Moeling St.\, Lake Charles. T he office is open from 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.\, Monday-Friday. Participants will receive a certificate when they successfully complete classes. For more in formation\, call the Calcasieu Parish Housing Counseling Agency at 337-721 -4030\, ext. 5152 or email mffontenot@calcasieu.gov. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Calcasieu Parish&rsquo\;s Housing Cou nseling Agency\, in conjunction with Project Build a Future\, has announce d its free Homebuyer Education Classes schedule for 2023.

T he first class begins Feb. 18. Here is the full 2023 class schedule: \ ;

Saturday\, Feb. 18: 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.\, \; hosted by the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury

Monday\, April 24: 5-9 p.m.\, host ed by Project Build a Future

Tuesday\, April 25: 5-9 p.m.\, host ed by Project Build a Future

Monday\, June 12: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future

Tuesday\, June 13: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future

Saturday\, Aug. 19: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, ho sted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury

Monday\, Oct. 23: 5-9 p.m.\ , hosted by Project Build a Future

Tuesday\, Oct. 24: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future

Saturday\, Nov. 18: 9 a.m.-5 p .m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury

All classes a re held at the Allen P. August Multipurpose Annex\, 2000 Moeling St. in La ke Charles and participants can opt to attend two\, four-hour\, back-to-ba ck classes or attend one eight-hour session. \;

The class walk s participants \;through the entire process of buying a home\, step by step. It covers all the fundamentals of homeownership\, including the pro s and cons of purchasing a home\, the role of realtors\, all about mortgag es (mortgage terminology\, mortgage originators\, mortgage underwriters an d underwriting criteria and mortgage attorneys)\, \;financial manageme nt\, and proper budgeting. \;Other topics include down payments\, clos ing costs\, insurance\, and how to apply for grants. \;

Reside nts who are interested in buying a home\, are in the process of buying a h ome\, and even those who already own homes\, are encouraged to sign up for these classes. Please note that the definition of &ldquo\;first-time home buyer&rdquo\; is anyone who has not owned a home in the past three years - - even if the person owned a home previously. \; \;

Classe s are free to all participants\, regardless of income. To register\, visit \;calcasieu.gov/housingcounseling\, click on the & ldquo\;homebuyer group counseling&rdquo\; tab and fill out the application . \;

Applications are also available at the Calcasieu Parish P olice Jury&rsquo\;s Human Services Department office\, 2001 Moeling St.\, Lake Charles. The office is open from 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.\, Monday-Friday. \;

Participants will receive a certificate when they successfully complete classes.

For more information\, call the Calcasieu Parish Housing Counseling Agency at 337-721-4030\, ext. 5152 or email \;mffontenot@calcasieu. gov.
CATEGORIES:Education UID:20230131T2005030Z-583899-1552@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230424T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230424T210000 SUMMARY:2023 Homebuyer Education Classes DESCRIPTION:Calcasieu Parish’s Housing Counseling Agency\, in conjunction w ith Project Build a Future\, has announced its free Homebuyer Education Cl asses schedule for 2023. The first class begins Feb. 18. Here is the full 2023 class schedule: Saturday\, Feb. 18: 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.\, hosted by the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Monday\, April 24: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Proje ct Build a Future Tuesday\, April 25: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Monday\, June 12: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Tues day\, June 13: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Saturday\, Aug. 19: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Monday\, Oct. 23: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Tuesday\, Oct. 24: 5-9 p.m .\, hosted by Project Build a Future Saturday\, Nov. 18: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, h osted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury All classes are held at the Allen P. August Multipurpose Annex\, 2000 Moeling St. in Lake Charles and particip ants can opt to attend two\, four-hour\, back-to-back classes or attend on e eight-hour session. The class walks participants through the entire pro cess of buying a home\, step by step. It covers all the fundamentals of ho meownership\, including the pros and cons of purchasing a home\, the role of realtors\, all about mortgages (mortgage terminology\, mortgage origina tors\, mortgage underwriters and underwriting criteria and mortgage attorn eys)\, financial management\, and proper budgeting. Other topics include d own payments\, closing costs\, insurance\, and how to apply for grants. R esidents who are interested in buying a home\, are in the process of buyin g a home\, and even those who already own homes\, are encouraged to sign u p for these classes. Please note that the definition of “first-time homebu yer” is anyone who has not owned a home in the past three years -- even if the person owned a home previously.   Classes are free to all participant s\, regardless of income. To register\, visit calcasieu.gov/housingcounsel ing\, click on the “homebuyer group counseling” tab and fill out the appli cation. Applications are also available at the Calcasieu Parish Police Ju ry’s Human Services Department office\, 2001 Moeling St.\, Lake Charles. T he office is open from 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.\, Monday-Friday. Participants will receive a certificate when they successfully complete classes. For more in formation\, call the Calcasieu Parish Housing Counseling Agency at 337-721 -4030\, ext. 5152 or email mffontenot@calcasieu.gov. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Calcasieu Parish&rsquo\;s Housing Cou nseling Agency\, in conjunction with Project Build a Future\, has announce d its free Homebuyer Education Classes schedule for 2023.

T he first class begins Feb. 18. Here is the full 2023 class schedule: \ ;

Saturday\, Feb. 18: 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.\, \; hosted by the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury

Monday\, April 24: 5-9 p.m.\, host ed by Project Build a Future

Tuesday\, April 25: 5-9 p.m.\, host ed by Project Build a Future

Monday\, June 12: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future

Tuesday\, June 13: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future

Saturday\, Aug. 19: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, ho sted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury

Monday\, Oct. 23: 5-9 p.m.\ , hosted by Project Build a Future

Tuesday\, Oct. 24: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future

Saturday\, Nov. 18: 9 a.m.-5 p .m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury

All classes a re held at the Allen P. August Multipurpose Annex\, 2000 Moeling St. in La ke Charles and participants can opt to attend two\, four-hour\, back-to-ba ck classes or attend one eight-hour session. \;

The class walk s participants \;through the entire process of buying a home\, step by step. It covers all the fundamentals of homeownership\, including the pro s and cons of purchasing a home\, the role of realtors\, all about mortgag es (mortgage terminology\, mortgage originators\, mortgage underwriters an d underwriting criteria and mortgage attorneys)\, \;financial manageme nt\, and proper budgeting. \;Other topics include down payments\, clos ing costs\, insurance\, and how to apply for grants. \;

Reside nts who are interested in buying a home\, are in the process of buying a h ome\, and even those who already own homes\, are encouraged to sign up for these classes. Please note that the definition of &ldquo\;first-time home buyer&rdquo\; is anyone who has not owned a home in the past three years - - even if the person owned a home previously. \; \;

Classe s are free to all participants\, regardless of income. To register\, visit \;calcasieu.gov/housingcounseling\, click on the & ldquo\;homebuyer group counseling&rdquo\; tab and fill out the application . \;

Applications are also available at the Calcasieu Parish P olice Jury&rsquo\;s Human Services Department office\, 2001 Moeling St.\, Lake Charles. The office is open from 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.\, Monday-Friday. \;

Participants will receive a certificate when they successfully complete classes.

For more information\, call the Calcasieu Parish Housing Counseling Agency at 337-721-4030\, ext. 5152 or email \;mffontenot@calcasieu. gov.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Allen P. August Multipurpose Annex UID:20230131T2006020Z-583899-1553@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230612T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230612T210000 SUMMARY:2023 Homebuyer Education Classes DESCRIPTION:Calcasieu Parish’s Housing Counseling Agency\, in conjunction w ith Project Build a Future\, has announced its free Homebuyer Education Cl asses schedule for 2023. The first class begins Feb. 18. Here is the full 2023 class schedule: Saturday\, Feb. 18: 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.\, hosted by the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Monday\, April 24: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Proje ct Build a Future Tuesday\, April 25: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Monday\, June 12: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Tues day\, June 13: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Saturday\, Aug. 19: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Monday\, Oct. 23: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Tuesday\, Oct. 24: 5-9 p.m .\, hosted by Project Build a Future Saturday\, Nov. 18: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, h osted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury All classes are held at the Allen P. August Multipurpose Annex\, 2000 Moeling St. in Lake Charles and particip ants can opt to attend two\, four-hour\, back-to-back classes or attend on e eight-hour session. The class walks participants through the entire pro cess of buying a home\, step by step. It covers all the fundamentals of ho meownership\, including the pros and cons of purchasing a home\, the role of realtors\, all about mortgages (mortgage terminology\, mortgage origina tors\, mortgage underwriters and underwriting criteria and mortgage attorn eys)\, financial management\, and proper budgeting. Other topics include d own payments\, closing costs\, insurance\, and how to apply for grants. R esidents who are interested in buying a home\, are in the process of buyin g a home\, and even those who already own homes\, are encouraged to sign u p for these classes. Please note that the definition of “first-time homebu yer” is anyone who has not owned a home in the past three years -- even if the person owned a home previously.   Classes are free to all participant s\, regardless of income. To register\, visit calcasieu.gov/housingcounsel ing\, click on the “homebuyer group counseling” tab and fill out the appli cation. Applications are also available at the Calcasieu Parish Police Ju ry’s Human Services Department office\, 2001 Moeling St.\, Lake Charles. T he office is open from 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.\, Monday-Friday. Participants will receive a certificate when they successfully complete classes. For more in formation\, call the Calcasieu Parish Housing Counseling Agency at 337-721 -4030\, ext. 5152 or email mffontenot@calcasieu.gov. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Calcasieu Parish&rsquo\;s Housing Cou nseling Agency\, in conjunction with Project Build a Future\, has announce d its free Homebuyer Education Classes schedule for 2023.

T he first class begins Feb. 18. Here is the full 2023 class schedule: \ ;

Saturday\, Feb. 18: 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.\, \; hosted by the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury

Monday\, April 24: 5-9 p.m.\, host ed by Project Build a Future

Tuesday\, April 25: 5-9 p.m.\, host ed by Project Build a Future

Monday\, June 12: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future

Tuesday\, June 13: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future

Saturday\, Aug. 19: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, ho sted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury

Monday\, Oct. 23: 5-9 p.m.\ , hosted by Project Build a Future

Tuesday\, Oct. 24: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future

Saturday\, Nov. 18: 9 a.m.-5 p .m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury

All classes a re held at the Allen P. August Multipurpose Annex\, 2000 Moeling St. in La ke Charles and participants can opt to attend two\, four-hour\, back-to-ba ck classes or attend one eight-hour session. \;

The class walk s participants \;through the entire process of buying a home\, step by step. It covers all the fundamentals of homeownership\, including the pro s and cons of purchasing a home\, the role of realtors\, all about mortgag es (mortgage terminology\, mortgage originators\, mortgage underwriters an d underwriting criteria and mortgage attorneys)\, \;financial manageme nt\, and proper budgeting. \;Other topics include down payments\, clos ing costs\, insurance\, and how to apply for grants. \;

Reside nts who are interested in buying a home\, are in the process of buying a h ome\, and even those who already own homes\, are encouraged to sign up for these classes. Please note that the definition of &ldquo\;first-time home buyer&rdquo\; is anyone who has not owned a home in the past three years - - even if the person owned a home previously. \; \;

Classe s are free to all participants\, regardless of income. To register\, visit \;calcasieu.gov/housingcounseling\, click on the & ldquo\;homebuyer group counseling&rdquo\; tab and fill out the application . \;

Applications are also available at the Calcasieu Parish P olice Jury&rsquo\;s Human Services Department office\, 2001 Moeling St.\, Lake Charles. The office is open from 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.\, Monday-Friday. \;

Participants will receive a certificate when they successfully complete classes.

For more information\, call the Calcasieu Parish Housing Counseling Agency at 337-721-4030\, ext. 5152 or email \;mffontenot@calcasieu. gov.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Allen P. August Multipurpose Annex UID:20230131T2006260Z-583899-1554@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231023T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231023T210000 SUMMARY:2023 Homebuyer Education Classes DESCRIPTION:Calcasieu Parish’s Housing Counseling Agency\, in conjunction w ith Project Build a Future\, has announced its free Homebuyer Education Cl asses schedule for 2023. The first class begins Feb. 18. Here is the full 2023 class schedule: Saturday\, Feb. 18: 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.\, hosted by the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Monday\, April 24: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Proje ct Build a Future Tuesday\, April 25: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Monday\, June 12: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Tues day\, June 13: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Saturday\, Aug. 19: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Monday\, Oct. 23: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future Tuesday\, Oct. 24: 5-9 p.m .\, hosted by Project Build a Future Saturday\, Nov. 18: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, h osted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury All classes are held at the Allen P. August Multipurpose Annex\, 2000 Moeling St. in Lake Charles and particip ants can opt to attend two\, four-hour\, back-to-back classes or attend on e eight-hour session. The class walks participants through the entire pro cess of buying a home\, step by step. It covers all the fundamentals of ho meownership\, including the pros and cons of purchasing a home\, the role of realtors\, all about mortgages (mortgage terminology\, mortgage origina tors\, mortgage underwriters and underwriting criteria and mortgage attorn eys)\, financial management\, and proper budgeting. Other topics include d own payments\, closing costs\, insurance\, and how to apply for grants. R esidents who are interested in buying a home\, are in the process of buyin g a home\, and even those who already own homes\, are encouraged to sign u p for these classes. Please note that the definition of “first-time homebu yer” is anyone who has not owned a home in the past three years -- even if the person owned a home previously.   Classes are free to all participant s\, regardless of income. To register\, visit calcasieu.gov/housingcounsel ing\, click on the “homebuyer group counseling” tab and fill out the appli cation. Applications are also available at the Calcasieu Parish Police Ju ry’s Human Services Department office\, 2001 Moeling St.\, Lake Charles. T he office is open from 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.\, Monday-Friday. Participants will receive a certificate when they successfully complete classes. For more in formation\, call the Calcasieu Parish Housing Counseling Agency at 337-721 -4030\, ext. 5152 or email mffontenot@calcasieu.gov. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Calcasieu Parish&rsquo\;s Housing Cou nseling Agency\, in conjunction with Project Build a Future\, has announce d its free Homebuyer Education Classes schedule for 2023.

T he first class begins Feb. 18. Here is the full 2023 class schedule: \ ;

Saturday\, Feb. 18: 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.\, \; hosted by the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury

Monday\, April 24: 5-9 p.m.\, host ed by Project Build a Future

Tuesday\, April 25: 5-9 p.m.\, host ed by Project Build a Future

Monday\, June 12: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future

Tuesday\, June 13: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future

Saturday\, Aug. 19: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\, ho sted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury

Monday\, Oct. 23: 5-9 p.m.\ , hosted by Project Build a Future

Tuesday\, Oct. 24: 5-9 p.m.\, hosted by Project Build a Future

Saturday\, Nov. 18: 9 a.m.-5 p .m.\, hosted by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury

All classes a re held at the Allen P. August Multipurpose Annex\, 2000 Moeling St. in La ke Charles and participants can opt to attend two\, four-hour\, back-to-ba ck classes or attend one eight-hour session. \;

The class walk s participants \;through the entire process of buying a home\, step by step. It covers all the fundamentals of homeownership\, including the pro s and cons of purchasing a home\, the role of realtors\, all about mortgag es (mortgage terminology\, mortgage originators\, mortgage underwriters an d underwriting criteria and mortgage attorneys)\, \;financial manageme nt\, and proper budgeting. \;Other topics include down payments\, clos ing costs\, insurance\, and how to apply for grants. \;

Reside nts who are interested in buying a home\, are in the process of buying a h ome\, and even those who already own homes\, are encouraged to sign up for these classes. Please note that the definition of &ldquo\;first-time home buyer&rdquo\; is anyone who has not owned a home in the past three years - - even if the person owned a home previously. \; \;

Classe s are free to all participants\, regardless of income. To register\, visit \;calcasieu.gov/housingcounseling\, click on the & ldquo\;homebuyer group counseling&rdquo\; tab and fill out the application . \;

Applications are also available at the Calcasieu Parish P olice Jury&rsquo\;s Human Services Department office\, 2001 Moeling St.\, Lake Charles. The office is open from 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.\, Monday-Friday. \;

Participants will receive a certificate when they successfully complete classes.

For more information\, call the Calcasieu Parish Housing Counseling Agency at 337-721-4030\, ext. 5152 or email \;mffontenot@calcasieu. gov.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Allen P. August Multipurpose Annex UID:20230131T2006390Z-583899-1555@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220801 SUMMARY:SOWELA: HVAC DESCRIPTION:SOWELA Technical Community College’s Office of Workforce Soluti ons is now registering for multiple short-term training courses this summe r. Scholarships are available for those that qualify\, and registration is open on a first-come\, first-serve basis. A limited number of training se ats are available for each program\, which will be held at SOWELA’s Main C ampus in Lake Charles\, La.   HVAC Training: The 18-week program includes residential and commercial heating\, ventilation\, and air condition train ing. Successful completers earn 10 hours of OSHA-authorized training\, as well as NCCER and HVAC certifications and are prepared to test for the EPA Universal 608 license and Ready to Work NATE certification. Students meet Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The cost of the program is $5\,575 .   For more information or to register for any of these training programs \, visit www.sowela.edu/training or call (337) 421-6560 or email workforce @sowela.edu.   X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
SOWELA Technical Community College&rsquo\;s Office of Workforce Solutions is now registering for multiple short-term training courses this summer. Scholarships are available for those that qu alify\, and registration is open on a first-come\, first-serve basis. A li mited number of training seats are available for each program\, which will be held at SOWELA&rsquo\;s Main Campus in Lake Charles\, La. \; \ ;

HVAC Training: \;The 18-week program includ es residential and commercial heating\, ventilation\, and air condition tr aining. Successful completers earn 10 hours of OSHA-authorized training\, as well as NCCER and HVAC certifications and are prepared to test for the EPA Universal 608 license and Ready to Work NATE certification. Students m eet Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The cost of the program is $5\, 575. \; \;

For more information or to register for any of these training programs\, visit \;www.sowela.edu/training \;or call (337) 421- 6560 or email \;workforce@sowela .edu. \; \;
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:SOWELA Community Technical College UID:20220628T1948380Z-583899-1419@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240411T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240411T200000 SUMMARY:Western Floral Leather Carving 101: The Basics DESCRIPTION:In this class students will learn how to carve and tool a tradi tional western floral pattern into a blank piece of leather. Students will be instructed on how to prepare the leather for tooling\, how to transfer the design onto the leather\, how to properly use each of the basic 7 too ls (and maybe a few others) to bring the design to life\, and how to apply a traditional antique finish to the finished carving to bring out all the details of the design. Class Dates: 4/11/2024\, 4/18/2024\, 4/25/2024\, 5 /2/2024\, 5/9/2024 Class Start Time: 6:00 PM Class End Time: 8:00 PM Class Cost: $175.00 (includes all leather needed\, stamping surfaces for use in the classroom\, and materials to apply a finish to the completed carving) Supply Fee: $150.00 - $165.00 (This is the amount you will spend if you p urchase new all required tools and supplies.) Registration Deadline: 3/27/ 2024 11:59 PM Click here to learn more/register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

In this class students will lea rn how to carve and tool a traditional western floral pattern into a blank piece of leather. Students will be instructed on how to prepare the leath er for tooling\, how to transfer the design onto the leather\, how to prop erly use each of the basic 7 tools (and maybe a few others) to bring the d esign to life\, and how to apply a traditional antique finish to the finis hed carving to bring out all the details of the design.

Class Dates: \;4/11/2024\, 4/18/2024\, 4/ 25/2024\, 5/2/2024\, 5/9/2024

Class Start Time: \;6:00 PM

Class End Time: \;8:00 PM

Class Cost: \;$175.00 (includes \;all leather needed\, stamping surfaces for use in the classroom\, and materials to apply a fini sh to the completed carving)

Supply Fee: \;$150.00 - $165.00 (This is the amount you will spend i f you purchase new all required tools and supplies.)

Registration Deadline: \;3/27/2024 1 1:59 PM

Click here to learn more/reg ister online. \;

CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:Engineering & Tech Labs Building\, Room 111 UID:20240219T1614440Z-583899-1747@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220317T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220317T200000 SUMMARY:Shake Your Shamrock At Battle For The Paddle DESCRIPTION: United Way of Southwest Louisiana’s Cook Off\, Battle for t he Paddle\, will be a wee bit o’ fun on St. Patrick’s Day with jambalaya a nd pastalaya competitions\, kids zone\, live music by LA ROXX and of cours e green beer. Music and Kids Zone is from 5 pm – 8 pm No ticket required for LA ROXX concert or Kids Zone. They will be free and open to the public . Come sample some of the best jambalaya and pastalaya our region has to offer. Help award the People’s Choice for both divisions while they vie fo r First\, Second and Third place. Wear your best St. Paddy’s Day outfits a nd help us raise money for Southwest Louisiana. To cook and compete in eit her the Jambalaya or Pastalaya Division\, or both\, registration ends soon . Sign up today online at unitedwayswla.org/battle. Teams can compete in e ither the Jambalaya or Pastalaya Division or both. To enter one division i s a fee of $500 and entering two divisions is $750. To enter a team and se e the rules\, visit unitedwayswla.org/battle. Sampler and VIP Lounge tick ets are on sale now if you just want to attend and try some of the amazing food. A VIP Lounge Ticket is available for $50 which gets a limited numbe r of guests into the heart of the battle and a great view of the concert b y LA ROXX along with unlimited food\, beer and wine. Sampler Tickets are a vailable for $15 each and allows you to eat all you can eat from each comp etitor vying for bragging rights. Tickets can be purchased online at unite dwayswla.org/battle or by texting SHAMROCK to 40403. A limited number of p re-sale Lunch To Go Tickets are available for $10. These jambalaya plates will need to be picked up on Thursday\, March 17 from 11 am to 1 pm. Group orders are encouraged. Tickets can be purchased online at unitedwayswla.o rg/battle or by texting SHAMROCK to 40403. Dinner To Go Tickets are $10 an d will be prepared jambalaya and pastalaya plates for pick up at the event . Tickets can be purchased online at unitedwayswla.org/battle or by textin g SHAMROCK to 40403. Volunteers are needed to assist with multiple aspects of the event. To volunteer\, visit online at this link or text keyword ST PADDY to 40403. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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United Way of Southwest Louisiana&rsquo\;s Cook Off\, Battle for the Paddle\, will be a wee bit o&rsquo\; fun on St. Patrick&rsquo\;s Day with jambalaya and pa stalaya competitions\, kids zone\, live music by LA ROXX and of course gre en beer. \;

Music and Kids Zone is from 5 pm &ndash\; 8 pm

No ticket required for LA ROXX concert or Kids Zone. They will be fre e and open to the public. \;

Come sample some of the best jamb alaya and pastalaya our region has to offer. Help award the People&rsquo\; s Choice for both divisions while they vie for First\, Second and Third pl ace. Wear your best St. Paddy&rsquo\;s Day outfits and help us raise money for Southwest Louisiana.

To cook and compete in either th e Jambalaya or Pastalaya Division\, or both\, registration ends s oon. Sign up today online at un itedwayswla.org/battle. Teams can compete in either the Jambalaya or P astalaya Division or both. To enter one division is a fee of $500 and ente ring two divisions is $750. To enter a team and see the rules\, visit unitedwayswla.org/battle. \ ;

Sampler and VIP Lounge tickets are on sale now if you just want to attend and try some of the amazing food. A VIP Lounge Ticket is available for $50 which gets a limited number of guests into the heart of the battle and a great view of the concert by LA ROXX along with unlimited food\, beer and wine. Sampler Tickets are avai lable for $15 each and allows you to eat all you can eat from each competi tor vying for bragging rights. Tickets can be purchased online at unitedwayswla.org/battle or by texting SHAMROCK to 40403.

A limited number of pre-sa le Lunch To Go Tickets are available for $10. These jamba laya plates will need to be picked up on Thursday\, March 17 from 11 am to 1 pm. Group orders are encouraged. Tickets can be purchased online at unitedwayswla.org/battle or by texting SHAMROCK to 40403.

Dinner To Go Tickets are $10 and will be prepared jambalaya and pastalaya plat es for pick up at the event. Tickets can be purchased online at unitedwayswla.org/battle or by texting SHAMROCK to 40403.

Volunteers are needed to ass ist with multiple aspects of the event. To volunteer\, visit online at this link or text keyword STPADDY to 40403.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20220127T1556340Z-583899-1271@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220822 SUMMARY:SOWELA: Culinary Fundamentals DESCRIPTION:SOWELA Technical Community College’s Office of Workforce Soluti ons is now registering for multiple short-term training courses this summe r. Scholarships are available for those that qualify\, and registration is open on a first-come\, first-serve basis. A limited number of training se ats are available for each program\, which will be held at SOWELA’s Main C ampus in Lake Charles\, La.   Culinary Fundamentals: This three-week progr am starts Monday\, August 22\, and prepares students to enter the hospital ity industry as entry-level cooks. Successful students earn two nationally recognized certifications\, including the American Hotel and Lodging Educ ational Institute’s (AHLEI) Certified Kitchen Cook and the National Restau rant Association’s ServSafe Manager Certification. Up to 9 hours of credit may be applied toward SOWELA’s Associate of Applied Science degree in Cul inary Arts. Day and evening classes are available\, and the cost is $1\,25 0. For more information or to register for any of these training programs \, visit www.sowela.edu/training or call (337) 421-6560 or email workforce @sowela.edu.   X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
SOWELA Technical Community College&rsquo\;s Office of Workforce Solutions is now registering for multiple short-term training courses this summer. Scholarships are available for those that qu alify\, and registration is open on a first-come\, first-serve basis. A li mited number of training seats are available for each program\, which will be held at SOWELA&rsquo\;s Main Campus in Lake Charles\, La. \; \ ;

Culinary Fundamentals: \;This three-week pr ogram \;starts Monday\, August 22\, and prepares students to enter the hospitality industry as entry-level cooks. Successful students earn two n ationally recognized certifications\, including the American Hotel and Lod ging Educational Institute&rsquo\;s (AHLEI) Certified Kitchen Cook and the National Restaurant Association&rsquo\;s ServSafe Manager Certification. Up to 9 hours of credit may be applied toward SOWELA&rsquo\;s Associate of Applied Science degree in Culinary Arts. Day and evening classes are avai lable\, and the cost is $1\,250. \;

For more information or to register for any of these training programs\, visit \;www.sowela.edu/ training \;or call (337) 421-6560 or email \;workforce@sowela.edu. \; \;
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:SOWELA Community Technical College UID:20220628T1949490Z-583899-1418@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221007T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221007T170000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Resource Conservation & Recovery Act (RCRA) DESCRIPTION:This accelerated one-day RCRA is designed to serve as both an i nitial and refresher course to assist in meeting the 40 CFR 262.34(a) and 40 CFR 265.16 training requirements. Topics include waste characterization \, treatment standards\, generator responsibilities\, emergencies\, and wa ste shipments. Hours: 8 CEUs: .8 Cost: $590 CLick here to learn more and r egister online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This accele rated one-day RCRA is designed to serve as both an initial and refresher c ourse to assist in meeting the 40 CFR 262.34(a) and 40 CFR 265.16 training requirements. Topics include waste characterization\, treatment standards \, generator responsibilities\, emergencies\, and waste shipments.< /p>
Hours: 8

CEUs: .8

Cost: $590

CLick here to learn more and register online. \;
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20220928T1507250Z-583899-1470@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220710 SUMMARY:SOWELA: CDL Training DESCRIPTION:SOWELA Technical Community College’s Office of Workforce Soluti ons is now registering for multiple short-term training courses this summe r. Scholarships are available for those that qualify\, and registration is open on a first-come\, first-serve basis. A limited number of training se ats are available for each program\, which will be held at SOWELA’s Main C ampus in Lake Charles\, La. Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Training: The Class A license training program is a comprehensive 245-hour classroo m and behind-the-wheel program. Training covers Louisiana Department of Tr ansportation (DOT) rules and regulations\, pre-trip inspection\, backing p ad skills\, and on-the-road skills. The seven-week class starts on Monday\ , July 11. Students meet Monday – Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and the cost is $5\,125.   For more information or to register for any of these tr aining programs\, visit www.sowela.edu/training or call (337) 421-6560 or email workforce@sowela.edu.   X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
SOWELA Technical Community College&rsquo\;s Office of Workforce Solutions is now registering for multiple short-term training courses this summer. Scholarships are available for those that qu alify\, and registration is open on a first-come\, first-serve basis. A li mited number of training seats are available for each program\, which will be held at SOWELA&rsquo\;s Main Campus in Lake Charles\, La. \; \;

Commercial Driver&rsquo\;s License (CDL) Training: \;The Class A license training program is a comprehensive 245-hou r classroom and behind-the-wheel program. Training covers Louisiana Depart ment of Transportation (DOT) rules and regulations\, pre-trip inspection\, backing pad skills\, and on-the-road skills. The seven-week class starts on Monday\, July 11. Students meet Monday &ndash\; Friday from 7:30 a.m. t o 4 p.m. and the cost is $5\,125. \; \;

< strong>For more information or to register for any of these training progr ams\, visit \;www.sowela.edu/training \;or call (337) 421-6560 or email \;work force@sowela.edu. \; \;
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:SOWELA Community Technical College UID:20220628T1949200Z-583899-1416@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220912 SUMMARY:IIEC: Principles of Rotating Machinery DESCRIPTION:Principles of Rotating Machinery SEPTEMBER 12-15 & 19-22\, 2022 32-hour webinar is presented by Forsthoffer Associates Inc. in 4-hr ses sions spanning 8 days. Participants will learn the basic principles of sit e Rotating Equipment function and how to apply these principles in the ope ration\, maintenance\, and condition monitoring of rotating equipment to a chieve maximum on-site safety and reliability. Click here to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Principles of Rotating Machinery

SEPTEMBER 12-15 &\; 19-22\, 2022

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32-hour w ebinar is presented by Forsthoffer Associates Inc. in 4-hr sessions spanni ng 8 days. Participants will learn the basic principles of site Rotating E quipment function and how to apply these principles in the operation\, mai ntenance\, and condition monitoring of rotating equipment to achieve maxim um on-site safety and reliability.

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Click here to register. \;

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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20220720T1858290Z-583899-1435@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230524T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230524T140000 SUMMARY:LaCAN-FHFSWLA Summer Virtual Training Webinar DESCRIPTION:LaCAN-FHFSWLA Summer Virtual Training Webinar Wednesday\, May 2 4\, 2023\, from 1 PM to 2 PM on Zoom LaCAN-Families Helping Families Summe r Virtual Training Webinar Why You will love it:• Meet Other Advocates For People With Disabilities• Learn What Is Going On Legislatively This Year• Pick Up Tips On How To Advocate On A State Scale Link to Register: https: //tinyurl.com/SVTW524 Link to Flyer: https://tinyurl.com/SVTF524 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
LaCAN-FHFSWLA Summer Virtual Training Webinar
Wednesday\, May 24\, 2023\, from 1 PM to 2 PM o n Zoom
LaCAN-Families Helping Families Summ er Virtual Training Webinar
Why You will love it: &bull\; Meet Other Advocates For People With Disabilities&bull\; Learn What Is Going On Legislatively This Year&bull \; Pick Up Tips On How To Advocate On A State Scale

Link to Register: \;https://tinyurl.com/SVTW524
Link to Flyer: \;https:/ /tinyurl.com/SVTF524
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Online UID:20230511T1542590Z-583899-1619@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134539Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240205T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240205T140000 SUMMARY:FHF: Accommodations vs Modifications DESCRIPTION:Meeting after meeting\, parents and teachers use the words “acc ommodation” and “modification” almost interchangeably when discussing IEPs and student needs. If understood and used correctly\, these words can gre atly impact the success of a child’s educational program. Get answers to t hese questions and more. Link to Register: https://tinyurl.com/AccomModFeb 5 Link to Flyer: http://tinyurl.com/AccomModFlyFeb5 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Meeting a fter meeting\, parents and teachers use the words &ldquo\;accommodation&rd quo\; and &ldquo\;modification&rdquo\; almost interchangeably when discuss ing IEPs and student needs. If understood and used correctly\, these words can greatly impact the success of a child&rsquo\;s educational program. G et answers to these questions and more.

Link to Regis ter: \;https://tinyurl.com/AccomModFeb5
< p>Link to Flyer: \;http://tinyurl.com/AccomM odFlyFeb5
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20240202T1446300Z-583899-1738@localendar.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR

The Lake Ch arles Little Theater is presenting &ldquo\;The Gospel According to St. Mat thew\,&rdquo\; a series of skits and songs with Jesus and his disciples in various roles including loving clowns. This musical features songs by Ste phen Schwartz as conceived and originally directed by John-Michael Tebalak . This play brought about the international hit\, 'Day by Day\, Godspell f eatures a parade of beloved songs including 'Prepare ye the way of the Lor d'\, 'Learn your Lessons Well'\, 'All for the Best'\, 'All Good Gifts'\, ' Turn Back\, O Man'\, and 'By my Side'. Join the cast in this unconventiona l delivery of a very familiar scripture. Tickets available at thelclt.com or leave a message at (337) 433-7988\, and are $20 for adults\, $15 for se niors\, and $10 for students. Performances are on April 27\, 28\, and 29 a t 7:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. on Sundays.

The Allianc e for Positive Growth (APG) has announced it will hold its inaugural &ldqu o\;Growing Southwest Louisiana Strong&rdquo\; Positive Growth Awards event on August 2\, at the Historic Calcasieu Marine National Bank in Lake Char les. Guest speaker will be Governor John Bel Edwards. The Positive Growth Awards are a means to recognize those who keep Southwest Louisiana at the forefront of economic development by bringing new\, innovative projects to our region while embracing new technologies\, positively impacting our lo cal economy and enhancing the overall curb appeal of our communities.

The Lutcher Theater presents two one-hour performances of Erth's Dinosaur Zoo\, Live on Stage! on April 27\, at 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.! Tickets range from $5 to $10. Tickets to the Lutcher Theater Incredible Kids Events are availab le by phone only\, so call (409) 886-5535 to purchase.

Cancer is a scary word and an even scarier diagnosis. Louisiana has the 11th highest incidence and 8th highest mortality rate of lung cancer in the U.S. Catchi ng a tumor early increases your chance of successful treatment. But are yo u at risk? To learn more about lung cancer risk factors\, testing techniqu es\, and a brief treatment overview for lung cancer\, please join Dr. Clif ford Courville\, MD\, a board certified pulmonologist for his lecture this month. &ldquo\;Breathe Easier: Getting Screened for Lung Cancer&rdquo\; i s a free seminar being held at 12 p.m. on April 27\, in the Shearman Confe rence Center at Memorial Hospital on Oak Park Boulevard. Light lunch will be provided\, and reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance. For more information or to make a reservation\, please visit lcmh.com/semi nar or call (337) 494-2936. You can also watch the event live online by vi siting lcmh.com/watch .

On Friday\, April 27\, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.\, downtown Lake Charles will celebrate t he Lake Area&rsquo\;s vibrant cultural community during the Arts Council o f SWLA&rsquo\;s annual Spring Art Walk. This year&rsquo\;s free event focu ses on creating a unique bazaar atmosphere through a full-force showcase o f the arts\, including the visual\, theatrical\, literary\, and musical ta lents that make Lake Charles unique. Coffee shops\, businesses\, restauran ts\, and other downtown spaces will be transformed into pop-up galleries f or the evening\, complete with street performers\, art competitions\, and an extensive outdoor art market. Participating venues will offer drink spe cials\, concessions\, and giveaways\, in conjunction with art exhibits and creative\, interactive games and activities. The Art War competitions\, i n which teams of adult and student artists compete to create a mural in on e hour in front of a live audience\, will make its highly anticipated retu rn. Maps of participating locations and artists will be available on the A rts Council website as well as at each venue during Spring Art Walk. Sprin g Art Walk is presented by the Arts Council of SWLA and the City of Lake C harles. For details on participating venues\, artists\, and activities\, v isit \;www.ar tscouncilswla.org or call (337) 439-2787.

Get ready t o enjoy this Friday&rsquo\;s &ldquo\;Movies Under the Stars&rdquo\; at Pri en Lake Park (3700 West Prien Lake Road). On April 27\, the Parish will sh ow &ldquo\;Wonder.&rdquo\; Based on the New York Times bestseller\, the mo vie tells the inspiring and heartwarming story of August Pullman\, who was born with mandibulofacial dysostosis\, a rare facial deformity. Auggie ha s had many surgeries which have prevented him from going to a regular scho ol. When he does enter the fifth grade in a public school\, his family\, h is new classmates\, and the community all struggle to discover their compa ssion and acceptance. Auggie's extraordinary journey unites them all and p roves you can't blend in when you were born to stand out (Rated PG). All m ovies will start at sundown at Prien Lake Park\, but get there early to ge t a good seat. Residents are encouraged to bring their own blankets and la wn chairs. You can also bring your own food\, but there will be food avail able on site for purchase. Movies will be canceled in the event of incleme nt weather.

Multi-Gramm y award winner\, George Benson will bring his smooth jazz/R&\;B style t o the Golden Nugget&rsquo\;s Grand Event Center on Friday\, April 27\, at 8:30 p.m. He is known for using a rest-stroke picking technique similar to that of gypsy jazz players. Among his many hits are &ldquo\;Breezin&rsquo \;\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;Turn Your Love Around\,&rdquo\; and &ldquo\;Give Me T he Night.&rdquo\; Tickets start at $50\, and are available online at www.g oldennuggetlc.com or by visiting the Golden Nugget Box Office\, open Tuesd ay through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. with extended hours on concert days.

McNeese&rsquo\;s Leisure Learning is Outdoo r Portrait Photography. For more information about any of these classes or to register\, visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure.

The CHRISTU S St. Patrick Foundation\, along with presenting sponsors Louisiana Mortga ge Associates and Golden Nugget Lake Charles\, will host the sixth annual Dragon Boat Races on Saturday\, April 28\, beginning at 9 a.m. at the Lake Charles Civic Center Seawall. A dragon boat is a human-powered watercraft and is the basis of the team paddling sport of dragon boat racing\, an am ateur water sport\, which has its roots in an ancient folk ritual of conte nding villagers held over the past 2000 years throughout southern China. T he sport is known for team-building. In this year&rsquo\;s race\, up to 30 teams will compete to be awarded the 2018 Dragon Boat Race winning team. Each team consists of 20 members who paddle a 41-foot vessel to the beat o f their team drummer. Each team will have one hour of practice the week of the race. Teams can develop a unique theme and team name and will compete in two races for their best time. After the qualifying races\, all the te ams are classified into groups of three based on best time and race again to determine the winners in each of the groups. There will be food and dri nk vendors\, music\, karaoke and a family-friendly atmosphere. The CHRISTU S St. Patrick Foundation is excited to bring this opportunity to promote f itness and wellness in an atmosphere of camaraderie at our picturesque Lak efront Seawall and Boardwalk. For more information or information on volun teering for the race\, visit \;www.stpatrickfoundation.org or call (337) 430-53 53.

It is time for Barrister&rsquo\;s Bingo on May 3! There will be a happy hour at 5:30 p.m. and the game will begin at 7 p.m. at the Pioneer Club. Ticket prices are $100 per person and includes dinner\, open bar\, and bingo with fabulo us prizes!

Big Brother s Big Sisters of Southwest Louisiana&rsquo\;s Bowl For Kids&rsquo\; Sake w ill be held on Saturday\, May 5\, at Petro Bowl. This year's theme is 'Spa ce Bowl'\, where you will truly have a STELLAR time while supporting our m entoring mission in SWLA. Wear your best galaxy-themed costume for out-of- this-world fun! Participants form teams of up to six bowlers who fund-rais e on behalf of BBBS-SWLA in the weeks leading up to the event. Teams must raise a minimum of $180\, but some teams raise even upwards of $1\,000. Th e actual event is a celebration to thank those who have raised funds on be half of the non-profit. Beer\, soft drinks\, and food will be available on the day of the event\, which takes place from 9:30 a.m. &ndash\; 4:30 p.m . Fantastic prize packages donated by the Golden Nugget will be awarded to the top 10 fundraisers. With the additional funds raised\, BBBS-SWLA hope s to expand the mentoring programs that currently exist in our community\, as well as potentially introduce new programs down the line. REGISTER at www.bbbs-swla.net. Contact bfks@bbbs-swla.net for questions.

Friends of Shannon Cox are hosting the 6th Annual Derby for Dollars at The Stables at LeBocage on Saturday\, May 5\, to benefit Family &\; Youth&rsquo\;s Sh annon Cox Counseling Center. The afternoon will begin at 3:30 p.m. with fo od from over 25 of the Lake Area&rsquo\;s finest restaurants\, spirits\, m usic\, televised Kentucky Derby action\, equestrian jumping exhibition\, a nd contests for the best hat and best derby duds. Proceeds from Derby for Dollars will benefit the children participating in programs at the Shannon Cox Counseling Center\, a division of Family &\; Youth. Tickets are $1 25 each\, limited tickets available. Visit \;www.fyca.org or contact Dana McDonald at (337) 43 6-9533 for tickets or information on becoming a sponsor of Derby for Dolla rs. Over 650 individuals participated in the 2017 Derby for Dollars event.

Sulphur Par ks and Recreation (SPAR) is hosting Bicycle Safety 101 on Monday\, May 7\, from 5:45 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. at their Recreation &\; Aquatic Center. Th is is a celebration of National Bike Month. This smart cycling class inclu des basic rules of the road\, components of a bike\, and more. This event is free to the public. Please bring your bike. Several stations will be se t up to teach you better bike handling skills.

The West Ca lcasieu Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Job Fair on Tuesday\, May 8\, at the Managan Center in Westlake (1000 McKinley Street). This event will hav e special priority service for veterans who can come in earlier at 8:30 a. m. It is open to the general public from 9 a.m. to noon. For more informat ion\, contact Business Services at the Calcasieu Business &\; Career So lutions Center at (337) 721-4010.

The Small B usiness Development Center at McNeese is hosting &ldquo\;Women-Owned Small Business Certification&rdquo\; on May 8\, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the SEED Center. Make the most of your women-owned business ownership in the f ederal marketplace. Register by calling (337) 475-5529\, visiting \;lsbdc.org/msu or emailing lsbdc.msu@lsbdc.org. Please bring your laptop.

Golden Nugg et Lake Charles is hosting its second year of outdoor concerts starting Fr iday\, May 11\, at its H2O Pool + Bar Concert Venue. On select Friday nigh ts this spring and summer\, guests can enjoy live music ranging from count ry\, pop and urban contemporary alfresco on two-acres of event lawn space. On May 11\, the legendary Hank Williams\, Jr. kicks off the summer concer t series with his blend of Southern rock\, blues\, and traditional country \, playing his hit songs 'Family Tradition\,' 'A Country Boy Can Survive\, &rdquo\; 'All My Rowdy Friends (Have Settled Down)\,' and 'All My Rowdy Fr iends Are Coming Over Tonight.' The American singer\, songwriter and music ian\, whose show sold out at Golden Nugget Lake Charles in summer 2017\, w ill perform at 9 p.m. \; To purchase tickets\, please visit www.AXS.co m or www.goldennuggetlc.com. For every H2O Pool + Bar Concert Series perfo rmance\, doors will open at 7 p.m. unless otherwise indicated. For a compl ete list of upcoming performances as they are announced and to book your s tay at the Golden Nugget Lake Charles\, please visit www.goldennuggetlc.com.

Golden Nugg et Lake Charles is hosting its second year of outdoor concerts at its H2O Pool + Bar Concert Venue. On select Friday nights this spring and summer\, guests can enjoy live music ranging from country\, pop and urban contempo rary alfresco on two-acres of event lawn space. Actor and hip-hop artist L udacris will go onstage at 9 p.m. on Friday\, June 1\, performing some of his top solo and compilation singles such as &ldquo\;Get Back\,&rdquo\; &l dquo\;Act a Fool\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;Yeah!&rdquo\; and &ldquo\;Stand Up.&rdq uo\; To purchase tickets\, please visit www.AXS.com or www.goldennuggetlc. com. For every H2O Pool + Bar Concert Series performance\, doors will open at 7 p.m. unless otherwise indicated. For a complete list of upcoming per formances as they are announced and to book your stay at the Golden Nugget Lake Charles\, please visit www.goldennuggetlc.com.

Golden Nugg et Lake Charles is hosting its second year of outdoor concerts at its H2O Pool + Bar Concert Venue. On select Friday nights this spring and summer\, guests can enjoy live music ranging from country\, pop and urban contempo rary alfresco on two-acres of event lawn space. \; Returning to the su mmer concert series is an updated 2018 version of I Love the 90's on Frida y\, July 6\, playing some of the 90's most iconic songs by popular artists like Salt N Pepa with &ldquo\;Spinderella&rdquo\; and &ldquo\;Let&rsquo\; s Talk About Sex\,&rdquo\; Vanilla Ice&rsquo\;s &ldquo\;Ice\, Ice Baby\,&r dquo\; C&\;C Music Factory&rsquo\;s &ldquo\;Gonna Make You Sweat (Every body Dance Now)\,&rdquo\; and &ldquo\;Every Morning&rdquo\; and &ldquo\;Fl y&rdquo\; from Sugar Ray&rsquo\;s Mark McGrath. This throwback group will take the stage at 9 p.m. To purchase tickets\, please visit www.AXS.com or www.goldennuggetlc.com. For every H2O Pool + Bar Concert Series performan ce\, doors will open at 7 p.m. unless otherwise indicated. For a complete list of upcoming performances as they are announced and to book your stay at the Golden Nugget Lake Charles\, please visit www.goldennuggetlc.com.

Golden Nugg et Lake Charles is hosting its second year of outdoor concerts at its H2O Pool + Bar Concert Venue. On select Friday nights this spring and summer\, guests can enjoy live music ranging from country\, pop and urban contempo rary alfresco on two-acres of event lawn space. Closing out the summer ser ies at 8:30 p.m. on Friday\, August 10\, with be Loudwire&rsquo\;s Gen X S ummer Tour\, playing popular songs by rock artists like Buckcherry with &l dquo\;Sorry&rdquo\; and &ldquo\;Crazy B*tch\,&rdquo\; Payable on Death (P. O.D.) with &ldquo\;Youth of the Nation&rdquo\; and &ldquo\;Alive\,&rdquo\; Lit&rsquo\;s &ldquo\;My Own Worst Enemy&rdquo\; and Alien Ant Farm&rsquo\ ;s cover of Michael Jackson&rsquo\;s &ldquo\;Smooth Criminal.&rdquo\; Tick et prices vary based on the performer and ticket type. To purchase tickets \, please visit www.AXS.com or www.goldennuggetlc.com. For every H2O Pool + Bar Concert Series performance\, doors will open at 7 p.m. unless otherwise indicated. For a complete list of upcoming performances as they are announced and to book your stay at the Golden Nugget Lake Charles\, please visit www.golde nnuggetlc.com.

The Louisia na Pirate Festival is hosting their Inaugural Costume Ball on May 11 at th e Lake Charles Civic Center&rsquo\;s Buccaneer Room. The festivities will begin with an opening reception from 7:30-8:30 pm\, featuring a compliment ary welcome cocktail from Bayou Rum and pirate-pleasing cuisine from sever al local restaurants. From 8:30-11:30\, party like a Pirate to the sounds of the Mixed Nuts. The ball also has a &ldquo\;Message in a Bottle&rdquo\; fundraiser aspect that will benefit the St. Nicholas Center for Children. Tickets for the ball are $45 for a single entry\, $75 for a couple and $4 00 for a reserved\, premium table of eight. Pirate attire is encouraged an d you must be at least 21 years old to attend. \;Tickets for the ball are available on Even t Brite. Click here.

McNeese Sta te University&rsquo\;s Institute for Industry-Education Collaboration is h osting &ldquo\;Train the Trainer&rdquo\; on Wednesday\, May 16\, and Thurs day\, May 17\, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the SEED Center. This progra m is designed to introduce new and experienced trainers to fresh methods f or creating and managing effective training programs that truly engage the ir learners. The course is $795 and provides 1.4 CEUs and 14 PDHs. \;< a href='http://www.mcneese.edu/iiec/event/train_the_trainer-17321' target= '_blank'>Click here to register online.

Air Supply will perform in the Grand Event Center at Golden Nugget Lake Charles on Sa turday\, May 19\, at 8:30 p.m. The Australian duo of Graham Russell and Ru ssell Hitchcock formed Air Supply in 1975. Hitchcock&rsquo\;s trademark so aring tenor voice combined with Russell's simple\, yet majestic songs have sold over 20 million records worldwide. Their 1980 single &ldquo\;Lost in Love&rdquo\; became the fastest selling single in the world with their se cond single\, &ldquo\;All Out of Love\,&rdquo\; moving up the charts even more quickly. Other favorite hits from Air Supply include &ldquo\;The One That You Love\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;Sweet Dreams\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;Making Love Out of Nothing at All\,&rdquo\; and &ldquo\;Even The Nights Are Better.&r dquo\; Tickets start at $25\, and available online at \;www.goldennuggetlc.com or by visiting the Golden Nugget Box Office.

The Small B usiness Development Center at McNeese is hosting &ldquo\;Legal &\; Effe ctive Interview Techniques for Small Businesses&rdquo\; on Thursday\, May 24\, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the SEED Center. This event will be presente d by Nicole Moncrief\, HR Business Partner at Sasol North America. Admissi on is $10. RSVP to \;lsbdc.org/msu or by calling (337) 475-5529.

The Marshal l Tucker band will perform in the Grand Event Center of Golden Nugget Lake Charles on Friday\, May 25\, at 8:30 p.m. The group combines rock\, rhyth m\, country\, blues and jazz with extended instrumental passages to help e stablish the Southern rock genre in the 1970&rsquo\;s. Their hits include the singles &ldquo\;Can&rsquo\;t You See\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;Heard It In A L ove Song\,&rdquo\; and &ldquo\;Fire On The Mountain.&rdquo\; Tickets start at $15\, available online at \;www.goldennuggetlc.com or by visiting the Golden Nug get Box Office\, open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. with extended hours on concert days.

Healthy Blu e\, the City of Lake Charles and 16 other partners are hosting &ldquo\;My Fair Baby: Safe Sleep Baby Shower&rdquo\; on May 26\, at the LakeCharles C ivic Center. The event will take place from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Attendees ca n win pack n&rsquo\; plays\, car seats and more. This event is a free\, fu n event where new and expecting parents and caregivers can win prizes and learn lifestyle tips to provide a safe place for babies to sleep\, why bre astfeeding is best\, and how to reduce the risk of SIDS. Register at www.swlahec.com/registr ation-forms/cbs or call (337) 477-7537. Participants must be present t o win.

Rock and Ro ll Hall of Famers\, The O&rsquo\;Jays\, will perform at Golden Nugget Lake Charles on Saturday\, May 26\, at 8 p.m. in the Grand Event Center. The O &rsquo\;Jays classic R&\;B hits include &ldquo\;Back Stabbers\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;Love Train\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;For the Love of Money\,&rdquo\; and &ldquo\;Use to be My Girl.&rdquo\; They have recorded a cumulative 10 Gold Albums\, 9 Platinum Albums and several Number One hits. Tickets go on sal e Friday\, March 9\, with prices starting at $40\, available online at www.goldennuggetlc.com or by vis iting the Golden Nugget Box Office\, open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. with extended hours on concert days.

Night Range r is set to perform on Saturday\, June 2\, in the Grand Event Center at Go lden Nugget Lake Charles at 8 p.m. The band has sold more than 17 million albums and will perform smash hits such as &ldquo\;Sister Christian\,&rdqu o\; &ldquo\;When You Close Your Eyes\,&rdquo\; and the anthem &ldquo\;(You Can Still) Rock in America.&rdquo\; Tickets start at $15\, and are availa ble online at \;www.goldennuggetlc.com or by visiting the Golden Nugget Box Office\, open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. with extended hours on concert days.

Queensryche and Skid Row will bring their hard rock/heavy metal sounds to the Grand E vent Center stage at Golden Nugget on Friday\, June 8\, at 8:30 p.m. Both groups rose to fame in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Queensryche has sol d over 20 million albums worldwide with hits such as &ldquo\;Jet City Woma n\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;Queen of the Reich\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;Eyes of a Strange r\,&rdquo\; and &rdquo\;Silent Lucidity\,&rdquo\; which won the 1991 MTV V ideo Music Viewer&rsquo\;s Choice Award. Skid Row\, AMA Winner of the 1990 Favorite Heavy Metal/Hard Rock New Artist\, will perform crowd head-bangi ng favorites &ldquo\;Slave to the Grind\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;Youth Gone Wild\ ,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;18 and Life\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;I Remember You\,&rdquo\; & ldquo\;Monkey Business\,&rdquo\; and &ldquo\;Wasted Time.&rdquo\; Tickets start at $25\, and are available online at www.goldennuggetlc.com or by visiting the Golden Nugget Box Office.

Expect an i ntensely energetic performance when country duo Montgomery Gentry performs in the Grand Event Center at Golden Nugget on Friday\, June 15\, at 8:30 p.m. With more than twenty chart singles\, Eddie Montgomery and Troy Gentr y have combined their outlaw-meets-gentleman style since 1999. Their Numbe r One hits include &ldquo\;If You Ever Stop Loving Me\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;So mething to be Proud Of\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;Lucky Man\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;Back When I Knew it All\,&rdquo\; and &ldquo\;Roll with Me.&rdquo\; Tickets sta rt at $15\, and are available online at \;www.goldennuggetlc.com or by visiting the Golden Nugget Bo x Office.

The City of Lake Charles Sesquicentennial P lanning Committee has announced plans for the final event of the year-long Sesquicentennial Celebration. \;

A Sesquicentennial T ime Capsule will be buried on the grounds of 1911 Historic City Hall (1001 Ryan Street)\, during Downtown at Sundown on \;Friday\, May 25\, 2018. \;It ems are currently being gathered for inclusion in the time capsule which w ill be slated for opening upon the City&rsquo\;s Bicentennial Celebration in 2067. \;

Following the burial of the time capsule\, \;< em>Rusty Metoyer and Zydeco Krush \;will take the stage for week two of the City&rsquo\;s free Downtown at Sundown concert series. \;

The burial of the time capsule officially close out the celebration that began last May when the Centennial Time Capsule was unearthed. A cus tom historical exhibit\, \;150 Years of Lake Charles\, a stre et parade\, street fair and fireworks have all been a part of celebrating 150 years of the City. \;

The Sesquicentennial Celebration is sponsored by American Press\, Chalkley Family\, CHRISTUS ST. PATRICK Healt h System\, Coca Cola\, IBERIABANK\, Imperial Health Center for Orthopaedic s\, JD Bank\, KPLC\, Lake Charles Memorial Health System\, Rick and Donna Richard\, Empire of the Seed Historic Properties\, Stine\, Entergy\, Healt hy Image Marketing Agency\, Pumpelly Oil\, Knight Media\, Inc.\, Lake Area Medical Center\, Lakeside Bank and Solari Marble and Granite\, Co. \;

Join the Be tter Business Bureau at their open house (until \;6 p.m.) in celebration of their New Location &\; Building! \;(Corner of Lake &\; Sale) \;

< a href='https://www.bbb.org/lakecharles/' target='_blank'>Click here for m ore information.

The City of Lake Charles is hosting a free workshop for foster parents and others interested in learning more about c hild safety and wellbeing. The workshop entitled &ldquo\;Linked&rdquo\; is being held on the second \;Tuesday \;of each month from \;6 p. m. to 8 p.m. \;at Church of the King\, \;2145 Oak Park Blvd\, Lake Charles\, LA 70601.&nbs p\;

Foster paren ts can receive one training hour per workshop. \;The workshops are fre e to the public\, and refreshments and childcare will be provided. Pre-reg istration is required. You can register to attend at \;www.swlafosterc are.com \;or call (337)491-8735 for more information.

The City of Lake Charles is hosting a free workshop for foster parents and others int erested in learning more about child safety and wellbeing. The workshop en titled &ldquo\;Linked&rdquo\; is being held on the second \;Tuesday \;of each month from \;6 p.m. to 8 p.m. \;at Church of the King\, \;2145 Oak Park Blvd\, Lake Charles\, LA 70601. \;

June 12\, 2018 \;&nda sh\; Getting Intoxicated in a Millennial World (Drug Prevention and Awaren ess) \;

Foster parents can receive one training hour per workshop. \;The workshops are free t o the public\, and refreshments and childcare will be provided. Pre-regist ration is required. You can register to attend at \;www.swlafostercare .com \;or call (337)491-8735 for more information.

Oasis\, A Safe Haven\, is hosting their Wom en's Empowerment Luncheon with guest speaker Nomica Guillory. Tickets are $25 per person/$200 per table.

Wear your pearls and receive a free raffle ticket for a chance to win a fabulous prize.

For tickets o r more informaiton\, contract Oasis at achritien@cwshelter.org or call (33 7) 436-4552. \;

General Admission $5.0 0
Chamber Member discount price $1.00
Please bring your business card for your admission!
Refreshments and door prizes!

Join the Ch amber SWLA and business leaders from our area at the 2018 \;SWLA Day a t the Capitol! \;

We wi ll hear updates from our local delegation about what's happening this sess ion\, and hear from our state officials on legislative issues. \;

Buses depart from the SEED Cent er: 7 a.m.
Luncheon: 11:30 a.m.
Capitol Visits: 1:30-3:00
B uses depart for Lake Charles: 3:30 p.m.

Louisiana E nergy Export Association \;will be hosting Business After Hours at Cry ing Eagle Brewery.

General Admission $5.00
Chamber Member discount price $1.00
Please b ring your business card for your admission!
Refreshments and door prizes!

Pleas e bring your business card for your admission!
Refreshments and door prizes!

Local pet f ood drive in need of cat and dog food. All food will be donated to local a nimal shelters. We will have local food trucks\, face painting/balloons an d Captain America will make an appearance. Receive a free pet charm with a donation of dog/cat food.

Guest Presenter: Karen Scallen\, Certified Parent Support Provider at Special Needs &\; Parent Support S ervices of La LLC\, will discuss: \; What you need to know regarding a ccessing your Medicaid Services in an emergency\, even when out of state\, due to a large scale evacuation.

This is a FREE event!&n bsp\; Lunch will be provided to those who pre-register!

Click here to register!

CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Families Helping Families UID:20180425T1529310Z-583899-58@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180509T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180509T123000 SUMMARY:Cinco de Mayo Brown Bag DESCRIPTION:Coinciding with Cinco de Mayo\, the City of Lake Charles’ Leade rship Team for Community Diversity and Inclusion will host a “Brown Bag Le cture Series” at Carnegie Memorial Library on Wednesday\, May 9\, 2018 at 11:30 a.m. Beginning at noon\, Ms. Kathleen Del Hoya\, KPLC News Producer \, will be the guest speaker. The title of Ms. Del Hoya’s presentation wil l be Celebrating Cinco de Mayo. The free lecture will take place at Carne gie Memorial Library\, located at 411 Pujo Street in downtown Lake Charles . All prospective participants are asked to register by contacting Dena Jo urdan at dena.jourdan@cityoflc.us or 491-1465. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Coinciding with Cinco de Mayo\, the City of Lake Charles&rsquo\; Leadership Team for Community Diversity and Inclusion will host a &ldquo\;Brown Bag Lecture Se ries&rdquo\; at Carnegie Memorial Library on \;Wednesday\, May 9\, 2018 at 11:30 a.m. \;

Beginning at \;noon\, Ms. Kathleen Del Hoya\, KPLC News Producer\, w ill be the guest speaker. The title of Ms. Del Hoya&rsquo\;s presentation will be Celebrating Cinco de Mayo. \;

The free lecture will take place at Carnegie Memorial Libra ry\, located at \;411 Pujo Street \;in downtown Lake Charles. \;All prospective participants are asked to register by cont acting Dena Jourdan at \;den a.jourdan@cityoflc.us \;or 491-1465.

CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Carnegie Memorial Library UID:20180426T1356040Z-583899-59@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180507T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180507T113000 SUMMARY:Walk With Ease RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20180615;BYDAY=MO,WE,FR DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles Recreation and Parks Department will o ffer the Arthritis Foundation “Walk with Ease” program\, a six-week group exercise plan designed to reduce pain associated with arthritis as well as improve overall health. The grant was awarded to the City of Lake Charles through the National Recreation and Parks Association. The six-week progr am has been proven to increase balance\, strength and walking pace\; build confidence in one’s ability to be physically active\; and improve overall health. “Walk With Ease” will be held each Monday\, Wednesday\, and Frida y from 10 to 11:30 a.m. beginning on May 7 through June 15. Classes will b e held at two community centers: Purple Heart Recreation Center\, located at 4305 Ave. H\, and Willie McCullor Landry Center\, located at 416 Dr. Mi chael DeBakey Dr. For more information or to register\, please call 337 49 1-1280. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

The City of Lake Charles Recreation and Parks Department will offer the Arthritis Fou ndation &ldquo\;Walk with Ease&rdquo\; program\, a six-week group exercise plan designed to reduce pain associated with arthritis as well as improve overall health. The grant was awarded to the City of Lake Charles through the National Recreation and Parks Association.

The six-week program has been proven to increase bala nce\, strength and walking pace\; build confidence in one&rsquo\;s ability to be physically active\; and improve overall health.

&ldquo\;Walk With Ease&rdquo\; will be held ea ch \;Monday\, Wednesday\, and& nbsp\;Friday \;from \;10 to 11:30 a.m. \;beginning on&nb sp\;May 7 through June 15. Classes will be held at two community centers: Purple Heart Recreation Center\, l ocated at 4305 Ave. H\, and Willie McCullor Landry Center\, located at 416 Dr. Michael DeBakey Dr.

Fo r more information or to register\, please call 337 491-1280.

CATEGORIES:Sports UID:20180426T1426170Z-583899-60@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180518T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180518T210000 SUMMARY:Downtown at Sundown RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20180608;BYDAY=FR EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20180518T180000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20180525T180000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20180601T180000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20180608T180000 DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles announces plans for the 20th annual Do wntown at Sundown concert series for four consecutive Fridays from 6 to-9 p.m. beginning on May 18. Activities will take place on Ryan Street in fro nt of Historic City Hall and the Parish Courthouse. Beverage sales will be nefit the Literacy Council of SWLA. The street-fair format will feature fo od and beverage\, table top galleries\, merchandise vendors\, activities f or kids as well as a variety of music. Lawn chairs are welcome\; however\, ice coolers and pets are prohibited. In case of rain\, the concerts will take place inside the Lake Charles Civic Center. The series kicks off wit h The Tugboats on May 18\; Rusty Metoyer & Zydeco Krush on May 25\; The Lo st Bayou Ramblers on June 1\; and the series wraps up with The Flamethrowe rs on June 8. Two special occasions will be celebrated during Downtown at Sundown this year. Last year commemorated the 150th anniversary of Lake C harles. The Sesquicentennial Time Capsule will be buried on the grounds of Historic City Hall during the concert on May 25. The time capsule is sche duled to be unearthed in the 2067 bicentennial year of the City. On June 1 \, we will celebrate the 50th anniversary of CODOFIL | Council for the Dev elopment of French in Louisiana with a special program. This year’s event is supported by corporate sponsorships from The American Press\, Capital One Bank\, CITGO Petroleum\, Delta Downs Racetrack & Casino\, Entergy\, La ke Charles Toyota\, Merrill Lynch and Stockwell Sievert Law Firm. For mor e information\, call 337-491-9159 or go to www.CityOfLakeCharles.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

The City of Lake Charles announces plans for the 20th annual Downtown at Sundown conc ert series for four consecutive Fridays from 6 to-9 p.m. beginning on \;May 18. Activities will take pla ce on Ryan Street in front of Historic City Hall and the Parish Courthouse . Beverage sales will benefit the Literacy Council of SWLA. The street-fai r format will feature food and beverage\, table top galleries\, merchandis e vendors\, activities for kids as well as a variety of music. Lawn chairs are welcome\; however\, ice coolers and pets are prohibited. In case of r ain\, the concerts will take place inside the Lake Charles Civic Center.&n bsp\;

The series kicks off with The Tugboats on \;May 18\ ; Rusty Metoyer &\; Zydeco Krush on \;May 25\; The Lost Bayou Ramblers on \;June 1\; and the series wraps up with The Flamethrowers on \;June 8. \;

Two special occasions will be celebr ated during Downtown at Sundown this year. Last year commemorated the 150t h anniversary of Lake Charles. The Sesquicentennial Time Capsule will be b uried on the grounds of Historic City Hall during the concert on \;May 25. The time capsule is scheduled to be unearthed in the 2067 bicentennial year of the City. On \;June 1\, we will celebrate the 50th ann iversary of CODOFIL | Council for the Development of French in Louisiana w ith a special program. \;

This year&rsquo\;s event is supported by corporate sponsorships from Th e American Press\, Capital One Bank\, CITGO Petroleum\, Delta Downs Racetr ack &\; Casino\, Entergy\, Lake Charles Toyota\, Merrill Lynch and Stoc kwell Sievert Law Firm. \;

For more information\, call 337-491-9159 or go to \;www.City OfLakeCharles.com.

CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:1911 Historic City Hall UID:20180426T1509100Z-583899-61@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180604T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180604T170000 SUMMARY:Step Toward Healthier Legs DESCRIPTION:Many people mistakenly think their leg pain and varicose veins are just a normal part of ageing\, or a simple cosmetic problem\, but they may be signs of a more serious venous condition. Find out with a simple s creening! The Vein Center of SWLA is offering free healthy vein screenings on Monday\, June 4 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Call (337) 312-VEIN for an appo intment. Walk-ins are wecome. Refreshments will be served. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Many people mistakenly think their leg pain and varicose veins are just a normal part of ageing\, or a simple cosmetic problem\, but they may be signs of a mor e serious venous condition. Find out with a simple screening!

The Vein Center of SWLA is offering fre e healthy vein screenings on Monday\, June 4 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. \;< /span>

Call (337) 312-VEIN for an appointment.

Walk-ins are w ecome.

Refreshments will be served.

CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:The Vein Center UID:20180427T1549330Z-583899-62@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180509T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180509T120000 SUMMARY:Understanding the Importance of Inclusion DESCRIPTION:Why is inclusion of children with disabilities in schools\, cla ssrooms\, and communities important? This webinar answers that question. I t explores what inclusion is and is not\, who are involved in making meani ngful inclusion successful\, and its underpinnings in federal law. Co-Spon sor: Families Helping Families of Southwest Louisiana Audience: Parents\, Caregivers\, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students. Click her e to register: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/72850490873109555 4 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Why is inclusion of children with disabilities in schools\, classrooms\, and com munities important? This webinar answers that question. It explores what i nclusion is and is not\, who are involved in making meaningful inclusion s uccessful\, and its underpinnings in federal law. Co-Sponsor: Families Hel ping Families of Southwest Louisiana Audience: Parents\, Caregivers\, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students.

Click here to register: https://register.gotowebinar.c om/register/728504908731095554

CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Families Helping Families UID:20180430T1535240Z-583899-63@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180519T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180519T110000 SUMMARY:Section 504 and Transition: The Bridge from High School to Postseco ndary Services DESCRIPTION:In this webinar\, we will assist you to understand the ITP proc ess as it pertains to postsecondary education and other related services. We will also provide an overview of programs and resources available to yo ur child entering postsecondary education or employment. Co-Sponsor: Famil ies Helping Families of Southwest Louisiana Audience: Parents\, Caregivers \, Youth\, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students. Click her e to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

In this webinar\, we will assist you to understand the ITP process as it pertains to postsecondary education and other relat ed services. We will also provide an overview of programs and resources av ailable to your child entering postsecondary education or employment. Co-S ponsor: Families Helping Families of Southwest Louisiana Audience: Parents \, Caregivers\, Youth\, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students .

Click here to register.

CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Families Helping Families UID:20180430T1536420Z-583899-64@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180503T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180503T180000 SUMMARY:Teen Connection: So You Want To Be An Entrepreneur DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, May 3 at 5 p.m.\, “Teen Connection” will resume. The topic for the session is “So You Want to be an Entrepreneur—How to Sta rt Your Own Business.” Mayor Nic Hunter will serve as the presenter\, and he will speak about his personal experience as a business owner. In Oc tober 2017\, the City of Lake Charles began hosting “Teen Connection” for teenagers\, 13 to 18 years old\, in Calcasieu Parish. The program is held on the first and third Thursday of each month at Cpl. Donald Ray Stevens R ecreation Center (formerly Goosport)\, located at 1619 Cessford St. “T een Connection” is designed to help teenagers learn job skills\, college p rep\, social media\, interview skills\, and ACT prep among others. The cla sses are instructed by educators\, government officials\, and business lea ders in the community. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

On \;~~Thursday\, May 3 at 5 p.m.~~\, &ldquo \;Teen Connection&rdquo\; will resume. The topic for the session is &ldquo \;So You Want to be an Entrepreneur&mdash\;How to Start Your Own Business. &rdquo\; Mayor Nic Hunter will serve as the presenter\, and he will speak about his personal experience as a business owner. \;

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In October 2017\, the City of Lake Charles began hosting &ldq uo\;Teen Connection&rdquo\; for teenagers\, 13 to 18 years old\, in Calcas ieu Parish. The program is held on the first and third Thursday of each mo nth at Cpl. Donald Ray Stevens Recreation Center (formerly Goosport)\, loc ated at \;1619 Cessford St. \;

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&ldquo\;Teen Connection&rdquo\; is designed to help teenagers lea rn job skills\, college prep\, social media\, interview skills\, and ACT p rep among others. The classes are instructed by educators\, government off icials\, and business leaders in the community.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Cpl. Donald Ray Stevens Recreation Center UID:20180430T2129100Z-583899-65@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180522T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180522T200000 SUMMARY:Angels Learns about Unmanned Imagery Solutions DESCRIPTION:The May Angles of Southwest Louisiana Enterprise Forum will fea ture a Veteran founded venture\, Unmanned Imagery Solutions LLC ( U I S). The U I S advanced imagery and drone technology enables industries to mit igate risk\, increase efficiency and reduce costs. The Meeting will 6 p. m.\, Tuesday\, May 22 at The S E E D Center\, 4310 Ryan Street\, Lake Char les. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The May Angles of Southwest Louisiana Enterprise Forum will feature a Veteran founded venture\, \;Unmanned Imagery Solutions LLC ( U I S). \;

The U I S advanced imagery and drone technology enables indust ries to mitigate risk\, increase efficiency and reduce costs.
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The Meeting will \ ;6 p.m.\, \;Tuesday\, May 22 \;a t The S E E D Center\, 4310 Ryan Street\, Lake Charles.

CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20180501T1821160Z-583899-66@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180510T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180510T130000 SUMMARY:West Cal Chamber Monthly Meeting DESCRIPTION:The West Calcasieu Chamber of Commerc e is having tehri May Mon thly Business Luncheon on Thursday\, May 10\, at the Isle of Capi Casino ( Lakeside Room). The lunch meeting will be from 12 to 1 and will feature Ch ad Bynog\, Industry Coordinator with Louisiana Workforce Commission. Ch ad has been an employee of the Louisiana Workforce Commission for over 24 years. During that time he has worked as a Recruiter\, Unemployment Insura nce Claims Interviewer\, Adjudicator\, Business Services Representative an d he currently serves as Industry Coordinator for the manufacturing sector . He has spent 16 years working on employer engagement in a variety of are as to include recruiting\, assessment\, training and retention. Please RSVP for planning purposes by emailing the West Cal Chamber office at stac ie@westcal.org X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The West Calcasieu Chamber of Commerc e i s having tehri May Monthly Business Luncheon on \;Thursday\, \; May 10\, at the Isle of Capi Casino (Lakeside Room). The lunch meeting wil l be from 12 to 1 and will feature \;Chad Bynog\, Indust ry Coordinator with Louisiana Workforce Commission. \;

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Chad has been an employee of the Louisian a Workforce Commission for over 24 years. \;During that time he has wo rked as a Recruiter\, Unemployment Insurance Claims Interviewer\, Adjudica tor\, Business Services Representative and he currently serves as Industry Coordinator for the manufacturing sector. \;He has spent 16 years wor king on employer engagement in a variety of areas to include recruiting\, assessment\, training and retention. \;

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Please RSVP for planning purposes by emailing the West C al Chamber office at

stacie@westcal.org
CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations UID:20180501T1823130Z-583899-67@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180604 SUMMARY:City of Lake Charles Announces Summer Food Service Program DESCRIPTION:Beginning June 4\, 2018 and continuing through July 27\, 2018\, the City of Lake Charles will sponsor a Summer Food Service Program to pr ovide free breakfast and lunch to all children eighteen years of age or yo unger. The program is also open to any person over 18 who has been determi ned by a state education agency or local public educational agency of a st ate to be mentally or physically handicapped and is enrolled in a public o r private nonprofit school program. Acceptance and participation requirem ent for the program are the same for all regardless of race\, color\, nati onal origin\, sex\, age\, or disability\, and there will be no discriminat ion in the course of the meal service. For more information\, please call Johnnie Mouton\, Asst. Director of the Summer Food Service Program\, at ( 337) 491-1270. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Beginning \;June 4\, 2018 \;and continuing through \;July 27\, 2018\, t he City of Lake Charles will sponsor a Summer Food Service Program to prov ide free breakfast and lunch to all children eighteen years of age or youn ger. The program is also open to any person over 18 who has been determine d by a state education agency or local public educational agency of a stat e to be mentally or physically handicapped and is enrolled in a public or private nonprofit school program. \;

Acceptance and participat ion requirement for the program are the same for all regardless of race\, color\, national origin\, sex\, age\, or disability\, and there will be no discrimination in the course of the meal service. \;

Fo r more information\, please call Johnnie Mouton\, Asst. Director of the Su mmer Food Service Program\, at (337) 491-1270.

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CATEGORIES:Family Activity UID:20180501T1825030Z-583899-68@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z SUMMARY:Police Jury Announces Parish-Wide Strategic Planning Effort DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180501 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180502 RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20180601;BYDAY=TU DESCRIPTION:The Calcasieu Parish Police Jury (CPPJ) has launched a strategi c planning effort designed to enhance\, build upon\, and further inform pa rish government’s role in supporting parish-wide growth and success in the coming years. The planning effort will include setting and implementing p arish-level priorities and multi-year goals focused on citizen service\, w orkforce engagement and supporting a strong quality-of-life for all who li ve\, work and play in Calcasieu Parish. As part of this process\, officia ls are asking for input from parish residents and stakeholders to better u nderstand satisfaction with services provided by CPPJ departments\, identi fy areas for improvement and build long-term goals the Police Jury can wor k toward in the coming years. As an initial way to provide input into th is process\, officials are asking citizens to complete a brief survey that includes questions about existing CPPJ services and areas the Police Jury should focus on or prioritize to support a strong quality-of-life over th e next several years. Survey responses will be accepted until June 1. The survey is accessible online at cppj.net/planning and in person at various CPPJ offices\, including the Calcasieu Parish Government Building located at 1015 Pithon Street in Lake Charles and all Calcasieu Parish Public Lib rary branches. In addition to completing this survey\, citizens are invite d to email other feedback or input to the CPPJ strategic planning team at strategicplanning@cppj.net. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Calcasieu Parish Police Jury (CPPJ) has launched a strategic planning effort designed to enhance\, build upon\, a nd further inform parish government&rsquo\;s role in supporting parish-wid e growth and success in the coming years. The planning effort will include setting and implementing parish-level priorities and multi-year goals foc used on citizen service\, workforce engagement and supporting a strong qua lity-of-life for all who live\, work and play in Calcasieu Parish. \;< /p>
As part of this process\, officials are asking for input from pari sh residents and stakeholders to better understand satisfaction with servi ces provided by CPPJ departments\, identify areas for improvement and buil d long-term goals the Police Jury can work toward in the coming years.&nbs p\; \;

As an initial way to provide input into this process\, officials are asking citizens to complete a brief survey that includes que stions about existing CPPJ services and areas the Police Jury should focus on or prioritize to support a strong quality-of-life over the next severa l years. Survey responses will be accepted until \;June 1. \;

The survey is accessible onli ne at \;cppj.net/planning \;and in person at various CPPJ offices \, including the Calcasieu Parish Government Building located at 1015 Pith on Street in Lake Charles and all Calcasieu Parish Public Library branches . In addition to completing this survey\, citizens are invited to email ot her feedback or input to the CPPJ strategic planning team at \;strategicplanning@cppj.net.
CATEGORIES:Education UID:20180501T1827250Z-583899-69@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180512T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180512T123000 SUMMARY:Sasol's Second Saturday Science Show DESCRIPTION:Sasol's Second Saturday Science Show Sasol continues its 5S Pro ject with 'The Power of Sound' program at 11:30 a.m.Presenters Josh Trucke and Brad Altier will perform a highly interactive demonstration using a C hladni plate and a sound wave generator. We are also making Mother's Day c ards in the ArtSpace from 12:30-2 p.m. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Sasol's Second \;Saturday< /span> \;Science Show

Sasol continues its 5S Project with 'The Power of Sound' program at \;11:30 a.m. Presenters Josh Trucke and Brad Altier will perform a highly intera ctive demonstration using a Chladni plate and a sound wave generator.

We are also making Mother's Day cards in the ArtSpace from \;< span class='aBn' tabindex='0' data-term='goog_1119474496'>12:30-2 p.m.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:The Children's Museum UID:20180502T1602520Z-583899-70@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180519T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180519T120000 SUMMARY:Spring Crafts DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 19: Spring Crafts Craft projects will be availab le from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Limit one project per child. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Saturday\, May 19: Spring Crafts

Craft projects will be available fro m \;10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. \;Limit one project per ch ild.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:The Children's Museum UID:20180502T1852180Z-583899-71@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180525T230000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180526T000000 SUMMARY:Lei Necklace Workshop DESCRIPTION:Lei Necklace Workshop Make a lei necklace to kick off summer in the ArtSpace. Classes begin at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. and are limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Lei Necklace Workshop

Make a lei necklace to kick off summer in the ArtSpace. Classes begi n at \;11 a.m. and 12 p.m. \;and are limited to 2 0 children\, ages 4 and up.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:The Children's Museum UID:20180502T1853030Z-583899-72@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180526T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180526T120000 SUMMARY:Sensory Playdough DESCRIPTION:Sensory Playdough Build\, squish\, smash\, push\, pull\, cut an d more with Sensory Playdough in the ArtSpace from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Sensory Playdough

Build\, squish\, smash\, push\, pull\, cut and more with Sensory Pla ydough in the ArtSpace from \;10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.! CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:The Children's Museum UID:20180502T1853440Z-583899-73@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180528T223000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180529T000000 SUMMARY:Firework Painting DESCRIPTION:Firework Painting Paint your own red\, white and blue fireworks from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. in the ArtSpace. The museum will be open for regu lar hours on Memorial Day. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Firework Painting

Paint your own red\, white and blue fireworks from \;10:30 a. m.-12 p.m. \;in the ArtSpace. The museum will be open fo r regular hours on Memorial Day.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:The Children's Museum UID:20180502T1854210Z-583899-74@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180530T230000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180531T000000 SUMMARY:Sea Aquarium Workshop DESCRIPTION:Sea Aquarium Workshop Create a sea aquarium to kick off summer in the ArtSpace. Classes begin at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. and are limited to 2 0 children\, ages 4 and up. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Sea Aquarium Workshop
Create a sea aquarium to kick off summer in the ArtSpace. Classe s begin at \;11 a.m. and 12 p.m. \;and are limite d to 20 children\, ages 4 and up.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:The Children's Museum UID:20180502T1855090Z-583899-75@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180519T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180519T150000 SUMMARY:Kids to Parks Day DESCRIPTION:Hundreds of thousands of children nationwide\, including in Lak e Charles\, will take part in a grassroots movement to discover America’s parks through play on Saturday\, May 19\, to commemorate Kids to Parks Day . A commemorative Kids to Parks Day is being planned for Lake Charles at Millennium Park\, Bord Du Lac Drive\, from 12 to 3 p.m. Activities will i nclude face painting\, balloons\, fun jumps\, train rides\, connect 4\, bo wling\, coloring activities\, splash pads\, along with free snow cones\, p opcorn and cotton candy. Mayor Nic Hunter recently proclaimed Kids to Par ks Day in Lake Charles and encourages locals to participate by exploring M illennium Park and other public parks within the city. “Our parks located throughout the city give kids of all ages a place to enjoy the outdoors. Parks provide a space for neighborhood residents to interact with each oth er and meet new people. We’ve recently begun hosting Midnight Basketball a nd Teen Connection in some of our parks and community centers in order to offer recreational and learning opportunities for youth. I invite all Lak e Charles residents to join me on May 19 for Kids to Parks Day\,” said May or Hunter. Everyone is invited to this and all other City of Lake Charles parks and outdoor spaces. Visit the City of Lake Charles website www.city oflakecharles.com for more information. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Hu ndreds of thousands of children nationwide\, including in Lake Charles\, w ill take part in a grassroots movement to discover America&rsquo\;s parks through play on \;Saturday\, May 19< /span>\, to commemorate Kids to Parks Day. \;

A commemorative Kids to Parks Day is being planned for Lake Charles at Millennium Park\, Bord Du Lac Drive\, from \;12 to 3 p.m. \; Activities will in clude face painting\, balloons\, fun jumps\, train rides\, connect 4\, bow ling\, coloring activities\, splash pads\, along with free snow cones\, po pcorn and cotton candy. \;

Mayor Nic Hunter recently proclaimed Kids to Parks Day in Lake Charles and encourages locals to participate by exploring Millennium Park and oth er public parks within the city. \;

&ldquo\;Our parks located throughout the city give kids of al l ages a place to enjoy the outdoors. Parks provide a space for neighborho od residents to interact with each other and meet new people. We&rsquo\;ve recently begun hosting \;Midnight \;Basketball and Teen Connection in some of our parks and commun ity centers in order to offer recreational and learning opportunities for youth. \;I invite all Lake Charles residents to join me on \;May 19 \;for Kids to Parks Day\,& rdquo\; said Mayor Hunter. \;

Everyone is invited to this and all other City of Lake Charles park s and outdoor spaces. Visit the City of Lake Charles website \;w ww.cityoflakecharles.com \;for more information.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids UID:20180502T2032470Z-583899-76@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180519T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180519T210000 SUMMARY:Movies in the Square: Coco DESCRIPTION:Take your family to Heritage Square for a free showing of Coco! Bring a picnic and get there early for a good spot. All Movies in the Squ are begin at sunset. In the event of rain\, movies will be rescheduled. A spiring musician Miguel\, confronted with his family's ancestral ban on mu sic\, enters the Land of the Dead to find his great-great-grandfather\, a legendary singer. Click here for more information X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Take your f amily to \;Heritage Square for a free showing of Coco! Bring a picnic and get there early for a good spot. All Movies in the Square begin at sun set. In the event of rain\, movies will be rescheduled. \;

Aspiring musician Miguel\, confront ed with his family's ancestral ban on music\, enters the Land of the Dead to find his great-great-grandfather\, a legendary singer. \;

Click here for more information
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:The Grove at Heritage Square UID:20180503T1358020Z-583899-77@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180602T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180602T210000 SUMMARY:Movies in the Square: Sing DESCRIPTION:Take your family to Heritage Square for a free showing of Sing! Bring a picnic and get there early for a good spot. All Movies in the Squ are begin at sunset. In the event of rain\, movies will be rescheduled. In a city of humanoid animals\, a hustling theater impresario's attempt to s ave his theater with a singing competition becomes grander than he anticip ates even as its finalists' find that their lives will never be the same. Click here for more information. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Take your f amily to \;Heritage Square for a free showing of Sing! Bring a picnic and get there early for a good spot. All Movies in the Square begin at sun set. In the event of rain\, movies will be rescheduled.

In a city of humanoid animals\, a hustling theater impresario's attempt to save his theater with a singing competiti on becomes grander than he anticipates even as its finalists' find that th eir lives will never be the same.

Click here for more information.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:The Grove at Heritage Square UID:20180503T1404070Z-583899-78@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180623T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180623T210000 SUMMARY:Movies in the Square: Tangled! DESCRIPTION:Take your family to Heritage Square for a free showing of Tangl ed! Bring a picnic and get there early for a good spot. All Movies in the Square begin at sunset. In the event of rain\, movies will be rescheduled. The magically long-haired Rapunzel has spent her entire life in a tower\, but now that a runaway thief has stumbled upon her\, she is about to disc over the world for the first time\, and who she really is. Click here for more information. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Take your f amily to \;Heritage Square for a free showing of Tangled! Bring a picn ic and get there early for a good spot. All Movies in the Square begin at sunset. In the event of rain\, movies will be rescheduled.

The magically long-haired Rapunzel has spent her entire life in a tower\, but now that a runaway thief has stumbl ed upon her\, she is about to discover the world for the first time\, and who she really is.

Click here for more information.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:The Grove at Heritage Square UID:20180503T1403330Z-583899-79@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180714T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180714T210000 SUMMARY:Movies in the Square: Star Wars-The Last Jedi DESCRIPTION:Join us in Heritage Square for a free showing of Star Wars - Th e Last Jedi! Bring a picnic and get there early for a good spot. All Movie s in the Square begin at sunset. In the event of rain\, movies will be res cheduled. Rey develops her newly discovered abilities with the guidance of Luke Skywalker\, who is unsettled by the strength of her powers. Meanwhil e\, the Resistance prepares for battle with the First Order. Click here fo r more information. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us in Heritage Square for a free showing of Star Wars - The Last Jedi! Bring a p icnic and get there early for a good spot. All Movies in the Square begin at sunset. In the event of rain\, movies will be rescheduled.

Rey develops her newly discovered ab ilities with the guidance of Luke Skywalker\, who is unsettled by the stre ngth of her powers. Meanwhile\, the Resistance prepares for battle with th e First Order.

Click here for more information.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:The Grove at Heritage Square UID:20180503T1402510Z-583899-80@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180507T053000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180507T063000 SUMMARY:Downtown Development Meeting DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles monthly meeting of the Downtown Develo pment Authority LDS will be held on Monday\, May 7\, 2018\, at 5:30 p.m.\, in the City Council Chambers\, City Hall\, 326 Pujo St.\, Lake Charles.               At the meeting\, Mayor Nic Hunter will make a presentation re garding proposed economic development incentives within the City. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles monthly meeting of the Downtown Development Authority LDS wi ll be held on \;Monday\, May 7\, 201 8\, at 5:30 p.m.\, in the City Council Chambers\, City Hall\, 326 P ujo St.\, Lake Charles. \; \; \; \; \; \; \;& nbsp\; \; \; \; \; \;

At the meeting\, Mayor Nic Hunter will make a presentation regarding proposed economic development incentives within the City.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Lake Charles City Hall UID:20180504T1359290Z-583899-81@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180519T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180519T120000 SUMMARY:Drive-Thru Rabies Clinic DESCRIPTION:The drive-thru rabies vaccination clinic at the Burton Coliseum Complex has been rescheduled for 7 a.m. - noon\,Saturday\, May 19 in the coliseum’s parking lot\, 7001 Gulf Highway\, Lake Charles. The event had been scheduled for April 14\, but was canceled due to rain. The vaccinati on and licensing fee for an animal who is already spayed or neutered is $8 . For an unaltered pet\, the fee is $10. Microchipping will also be availa ble at the clinics. All cats must be in portable kennels. Residents can pay with cash or checks only – no debit or credit cards will be accepted. Calcasieu Parish and Louisiana state codes require all dogs and cats over 3 months of age be vaccinated and licensed. These drive-thru clinics help prevent the spread of the rabies infection and once vaccinated\, your pet is required to wear a rabies license tag. Cat owners are encouraged to pl ace the tag on a humane\, breakaway collar. A reminder: the legal definit ion of a pet owner is “any person\, business or any other legal entity tha t provides care\, harbors\, acts as custodian\, or permits and animal to r emain on or about his premises.” In the event someone is bitten\, this pe rson or entity could be held responsible. For more information\, contact Animal Services at 337-721-3730 or visit www.cppj.net. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The drive-thru rabies vaccination clinic at the Burton Coliseum Complex has been rescheduled for \;7 a.m. - noon\,Saturday\, May 19 \;in the coliseum&rsquo\;s parking lot\, 7001 Gulf Highway\, Lake Charles. \;

The event had been scheduled for April 14\, but was canceled due to rain. \;

The vaccination and licensing fee for an animal who is already spayed or neutered is $8. For an unaltered pet\, the fee is $10. Microchipping w ill also be available at the clinics. \;

All cats must be in p ortable kennels. \;

Residents can pay with cash or checks only &ndash\; no debit or credit cards will be accepted. \;

Calcas ieu Parish and Louisiana state codes require all dogs and cats over 3 mont hs of age be vaccinated and licensed. These drive-thru clinics help preven t the spread of the rabies infection and once vaccinated\, your pet is req uired to wear a rabies license tag. Cat owners are encouraged to place the tag on a humane\, breakaway collar. \;

A reminder: the legal definition of a pet owner is &ldquo\;any person\, business or any other le gal entity that provides care\, harbors\, acts as custodian\, or permits a nd animal to remain on or about his premises.&rdquo\; \; In the event someone is bitten\, this person or entity could be held responsible. \ ;

For more information\, contact Animal Services at 337-721-3730 o r visit \;www.cp pj.net.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Burton Coliseum UID:20180504T1447030Z-583899-82@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180512T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180512T150000 SUMMARY:McNeese Leisure Learning - Blacksmithing Beginner DESCRIPTION:Blacksmithing Skills - Beginner\, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.\, Saturday\, May 12 To register: www.mcneese.edu/leisure For more information: 337-475- 5616 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Blac ksmithing Skills - Beginner\, \;8 a.m. - 3 p.m.\, \; Saturday\, May 12

To register:& nbsp\; www.mcneese.edu/leisur e

For more information: 337- 475-5616
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180504T1529520Z-583899-83@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180514T063000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180514T074500 SUMMARY:McNeese Leisure Learning - Country Western 2-Step DESCRIPTION:COUNTRY WESTERN 2-STEP\, 6:30 – 7:45 p.m.\, Mondays\, May 14\, 21\, June 4\, 11\, 18· To register: www.mcneese.edu/leisure For more information: 337-475-5616 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
COUN TRY WESTERN 2-STEP\, \;6:30 &ndash\; 7:45 p.m.\, Mond ays\, \;May 14\, 21\, June 4\, 11\, 18·\; \; \; \;

To register: \;www.mcnee se.edu/leisure

For more information: 337-475-5616
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180504T1531200Z-583899-84@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180602T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180602T150000 SUMMARY:McNeese Leisure Learning - Blacksmithing Advanced DESCRIPTION:Blacksmithing Skills – Advanced\, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.\, Saturday\, June 2 To register: www.mcneese.edu/leisure For more information: 337-475- 5616 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Blacksmithing Skills &ndash\; Advan ced\, \;8 a.m. - 3 p.m.\, \;Saturday\, June 2

To register: \; www.mcneese.edu/leisure

For more info rmation: 337-475-5616
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180504T1603310Z-583899-85@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180604T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180604T200000 SUMMARY:McNeese Leisure Learning - Quickbooks 1 DESCRIPTION:QuickBooks I: Setting Up a Company\, Sales\, Receipts\, Purchas es and Payments\, 5 – 8 p.m.\, Mondays\, June 4\, 11\, 18 To register: www .mcneese.edu/leisure For more information: 337-475-5616 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
QuickBooks I: Setting Up a Company\ , Sales\, Receipts\, Purchases and Payments\, \;5 &ndash\; 8 p.m.\, Mondays\, \;June 4\, 11\, 18

T o register: \;www.mcneese.edu/leisure

For more informatio n: 337-475-5616
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180504T1615270Z-583899-86@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180611T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180611T200000 SUMMARY:McNeese Leisure Learning - Beginning Guitar DESCRIPTION:Beginning Guitar\, 7 – 8 p.m.\, Mondays\, June 11\, 18\, 25\, J uly 9\, 16\, 23 To register: www.mcneese.edu/leisure For more information: 337-475-5616 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Beginning Guitar\, \;7 &ndash\; 8 p.m.\, Mondays\, \;June 11\, 18\, 25\, July 9\, 16\, 23

To register: \;www.mcneese.edu/leisure

For more information: 337-475-5616
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180504T1616050Z-583899-87@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180613T063000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180613T083000 SUMMARY:McNeese Leisure Learning - Wine & Food Pairing Dinner DESCRIPTION:Wine & Food Pairing Dinner at LaTruffe Savage\, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m .\, Wednesday\, June 13 To register: www.mcneese.edu/leisure For more info rmation: 337-475-5616 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Wine &\; Food Pairing Dinner at LaTruffe Savage\, \;6:30 &ndash\; 8:30 p.m.\, \;Wednesday\, June 1 3

To register: \;www.mcneese.edu/leisure

For more information: 337-475-5616
CATEGORIES:Family Activity LOCATION:La Truffe Savage UID:20180504T1616540Z-583899-88@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180609T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180609T140000 SUMMARY:McNeese Leisure Learning - Beginning Digital Photography DESCRIPTION:Beginning Digital Photography\, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.\, Saturdays\, June 9\, 16\; 6 – 9 p.m.\, Tuesday\, June 30\, Prerequisite: Smart Phone o r tablet To register: www.mcneese.edu/leisure For more information: 337-47 5-5616 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Beginning Digital Photography\,&nbs p\;10 a.m. &ndash\; 2 p.m.\, Saturdays\, June 9\, 16\; \;6 &ndash\; 9 p.m.\, \;Tuesday\, June 30\, Prerequisite: Smart Phone or tablet

To register: \;www.mcneese.edu/leisure

For more information: 337-475-5616
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180504T1617450Z-583899-89@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180625T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180625T200000 SUMMARY:McNeese Leisure Learning - Quickbooks Desktop II DESCRIPTION:QuickBooks Desktop II: Setting Up Payroll\, Financial Reports a nd Miscellaneous Transactions\, 5 – 8 p.m.\, Tuesdays\, June 25\, July 2\, 9 To register: www.mcneese.edu/leisure For more information: 337-475-5616 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
QuickBooks Desktop II: Setting Up P ayroll\, Financial Reports and Miscellaneous Transactions\, \ ;5 &ndash\; 8 p.m.\, \;Tuesdays\, \;June \;25\, \; July 2\, 9

To register: \;www.mcneese.edu/leisure

For more information: 337-475-5616
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180504T1618340Z-583899-90@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180610T060000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180610T083000 SUMMARY:McNeese Leisure Learning - Classic Movie Series DESCRIPTION:Classic Movies Series (1930 – 1970)\, 6 – 8:30 p.m.\, Thursdays \, June 21\, 28\, Tuesdays\, July 10\, 17\, 24 To register: www.mcneese.ed u/leisure For more information: 337-475-5616 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Classic Movies Series (1930 &ndash\ ; 1970)\, \;6 &ndash\; 8:30 p.m.\, Thursdays\, June 21\, 28\, Tuesdays \, July 10\, 17\, 24

To register: \; www.mcneese.edu/leisure

For more information: 337-475-5616
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180504T1619220Z-583899-91@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180625T063000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180625T074500 SUMMARY:McNeese Leisure Learning - Jitterbug DESCRIPTION:JITTERBUG (Single-Time Swing)\, 6:30 – 7:45 p.m.\, Mondays\, Ju ne 25\, July 9\, 16\, 23 To register: www.mcneese.edu/leisure For more inf ormation: 337-475-5616 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
JITTERBUG (Single-Time Swing)\, \;6:30 &ndash\; 7:45 p.m.\, Mondays\, \;June 25\, July 9\, 1 6\, 23

To register: \;www.mcneese.edu/leisure

For more information: 337-475-5616
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180504T1620060Z-583899-92@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180710T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180710T203000 SUMMARY:McNeese Leisure Learning - Creative Photography DESCRIPTION:Creative Photography\, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.\, Tuesday\, Thursday\, July 10\, 12 To register: www.mcneese.edu/leisure For more information: 33 7-475-5616 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Creative Photography\,&nbs p\;6:30 &ndash\; 8:30 p.m.\, \;Tuesday\, Thursday\, July 10\, 12

To register: \;www.mcneese.edu/leisure

For mor e information: 337-475-5616
CATEGORIES:Education UID:20180504T1620450Z-583899-93@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180730T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180730T194500 SUMMARY:McNeese Leisure Learning - Dance Latin! DESCRIPTION:Dance Latin! Salsa and Cha-Cha\, 6:30 – 7:45 p.m.\, Mondays\, J uly 30\, August 6\, 13\, 20 To register: www.mcneese.edu/leisure For more information: 337-475-5616 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Dance Latin! Salsa and Cha-Cha\,&nb sp\;6:30 &ndash\; 7:45 p.m.\, Mondays\, \;July 30\, August 6\, 13\, 20

To register: \;www.mcneese.edu/leisure

For more information: 337-475-5616
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180504T1621360Z-583899-94@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180522T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180522T150000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families: Sensory Integration Workshop DESCRIPTION:You're invited to a free workshop about 'See Things Through The ir Eyes: Sensory Integration Workshop” Learn about sensory integration dys function from a child's point of view. Learn how you may be able to help y our child with sensory integration dysfunction by developing empathy for h ow they experience their world. The Sensory Integration Workshop will be h eld on Tuesday\, May 22\, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Calcasieu Parish Centra l Library\, 301 W Claude Street\, Lake Charles\, LA 70601. Guest speaker w ill be Vonda Flue\, M.O.T./L.O.T.R. Occupational Therapist. This is a FREE event! Snacks Provided! Must RSVP! Registration is required! Seating is L imited! Register Now! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
You're invi ted to a free workshop about 'See Things Through Their Eyes: Sensory Integ ration Workshop&rdquo\; Learn about sensory integration dysfunction from a child's point of view. Learn how you may be able to help your child with sensory integration dysfunction by developing empathy for how they experie nce their world. The Sensory Integration Workshop will be held on Tuesday\ , May 22\, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Calcasieu Parish Central Library\, 301 W Claude Street\, Lake Charles\, LA 70601.

Guest speaker will be Vonda Flue\, M.O.T./L.O.T.R. Occupa tional Therapist.

This is a FREE event! Snacks Provided! Must RSVP! Registration is required! Seating is Limited!

Register Now!
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Central Library UID:20180504T1624260Z-583899-95@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180522T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180522T113000 SUMMARY:Coffee & Conversation DESCRIPTION:You're invited to join us for Coffee & Conversation with Imperi al Calcasieu Human Services Authority Division of Behavioral Health!  It w ill be held on Tuesday\, May 22\, 2018 from 10 AM to 11:30 AM at Families Helping Families of SWLA\, 2927 Hodges Street\, Lake Charles\, LA 70601.   Imperial Calcasieu Human Services Authority Division of Behavioral Heal th (IMCAL HSA OBH) provides behavioral health services to the residents of Allen\, Beauregard\, Calcasieu\, Jefferson Davis and Cameron parishes. Join us to find out more about the services that Imperial Calcasieu Human Services Authority Division of Behavioral Health provides to families in o ur area. This is a FREE event! Registration is required! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
You're in vited to \;join us for Coffee &\; Conversation with \;Imperial Calcasieu Human Services Authority Division of Behavioral Health! \;&n bsp\;It will be held on \;Tuesday\, May 22\, 2018 from 10 AM to 11: 30 AM \;at Families Helping Families of SWLA\, \;2927 Hodges Street\, Lake Charles\, LA 70601. \; \;

\;

Imperial Cal casieu Human Services Authority Division of Behavioral Health (IMCAL HSA O BH) provides behavioral health services to the residents of Allen\, Beaure gard\, Calcasieu\, Jefferson Davis and Cameron parishes.
\;

Join us to find out more about the services that \; Imperial Calcasieu Human Services Authority Division of Behavioral Health& nbsp\;provides to families in our area.

\;

This is a FREE event! \; Registration is required!
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Families Helping Families UID:20180504T2046560Z-583899-96@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180609T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180609T122000 SUMMARY:Ribbon Cutting: Lumber Liquidators DESCRIPTION:Lumber Liquidators Saturday\, June 9th @ 12:00 PM 3415 Derek Dr ive\, Lake Charles X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Lumber Liquidators
Saturday\, June 9th @ 12:00 PM
3415 Derek Drive\, Lak e Charles

CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Lumber Liquidators UID:20180507T2041070Z-583899-97@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180528 SUMMARY: Kids College Camp: Week 1: Diggin’ and Dinos DESCRIPTION:McNeese State University Leisure Learning is offering “A STEAM Adventure” summer program as part of its Kids College from May 28-Aug. 10 for children entering grades 1-8. The 11-week program will offer activitie s\, projects and field trips for students interested in engineering\, natu re\, forensics\, airplanes and rockets\, physical science\, chemistry and so much more. The program is offered from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday th rough Friday with early drop off/late pick up available. Each week will fe ature a separate theme and will offer children the opportunity to particip ate in hands-on and outdoor activities\, as well as visit Lake Charles lan dmarks\, museums and exhibits. Elementary and middle school certified teac hers\, as well as local and international McNeese students from various di sciplines\, will provide an environment of enrichment and fun to keep stud ents engaged and learning over the summer. Registration fee is $85 which includes colorful camp 5 T-shirts. Cost is $189 per week. There is a disco unted price for each additional child\, as well as discounts for multi-wee k enrollment. For more information\, visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure or call the leisure learning office at 337-475-5616. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Sta te University Leisure Learning is offering &ldquo\;A STEAM Adventure&rdquo \; summer program as part of its Kids College from May 28-Aug. 10 for chil dren entering grades 1-8.

T he 11-week program will offer activities\, projects and field trips for st udents interested in engineering\, nature\, forensics\, airplanes and rock ets\, physical science\, chemistry and so much more. The program is offere d from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday with early drop off/la te pick up available.

Each week will feature a separate theme and will offer children the opportunity to participate in hands-on and outdoor activities\, as well as visit Lake Charles landmarks\, museums and exhibits. Elementary and middle school ce rtified teachers\, as well as local and international McNeese students fro m various disciplines\, will provide an environment of enrichment and fun to keep students engaged and learning over the summer. \;

Registration fee is $85 which includes colorful camp 5 T-shirts. Cost is $189 per week. There is a discounted pri ce for each additional child\, as well as discounts for multi-week enrollm ent. For more information\, visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure or call the leis ure learning office at 337-475-5616.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180508T2046150Z-583899-98@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180604 SUMMARY:Kids College Camp: Week 2: Up\, Up & Away! DESCRIPTION:McNeese State University Leisure Learning is offering “A STEAM Adventure” summer program as part of its Kids College from May 28-Aug. 10 for children entering grades 1-8. The 11-week program will offer activiti es\, projects and field trips for students interested in engineering\, nat ure\, forensics\, airplanes and rockets\, physical science\, chemistry and so much more. The program is offered from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday t hrough Friday with early drop off/late pick up available. Each week will feature a separate theme and will offer children the opportunity to partic ipate in hands-on and outdoor activities\, as well as visit Lake Charles l andmarks\, museums and exhibits. Elementary and middle school certified te achers\, as well as local and international McNeese students from various disciplines\, will provide an environment of enrichment and fun to keep st udents engaged and learning over the summer. Registration fee is $85 whic h includes colorful camp 5 T-shirts. Cost is $189 per week. There is a dis counted price for each additional child\, as well as discounts for multi-w eek enrollment. For more information\, visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure or ca ll the leisure learning office at 337-475-5616. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Sta te University Leisure Learning is offering &ldquo\;A STEAM Adventure&rdquo \; summer program as part of its Kids College from May 28-Aug. 10 for chil dren entering grades 1-8. \;

The 11-week program will offer activities\, projects and field trips for students interested in engineering\, nature\, forensics\, airplanes a nd rockets\, physical science\, chemistry and so much more. The program is offered from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday with early drop off/late pick up available. \;

Each week will feature a separate theme and will offer children t he opportunity to participate in hands-on and outdoor activities\, as well as visit Lake Charles landmarks\, museums and exhibits. Elementary and mi ddle school certified teachers\, as well as local and international McNees e students from various disciplines\, will provide an environment of enric hment and fun to keep students engaged and learning over the summer. \ ;

Registration fee is $85 w hich includes colorful camp 5 T-shirts. Cost is $189 per week. There is a discounted price for each additional child\, as well as discounts for mult i-week enrollment. For more information\, visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure or call the leisure learning office at 337-475-5616.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180508T2047140Z-583899-99@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180611 SUMMARY:Kids College Camp: Week 3: Louisiana’s Habitats DESCRIPTION:McNeese State University Leisure Learning is offering “A STEAM Adventure” summer program as part of its Kids College from May 28-Aug. 10 for children entering grades 1-8. The 11-week program will offer activiti es\, projects and field trips for students interested in engineering\, nat ure\, forensics\, airplanes and rockets\, physical science\, chemistry and so much more. The program is offered from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday t hrough Friday with early drop off/late pick up available. Each week will feature a separate theme and will offer children the opportunity to partic ipate in hands-on and outdoor activities\, as well as visit Lake Charles l andmarks\, museums and exhibits. Elementary and middle school certified te achers\, as well as local and international McNeese students from various disciplines\, will provide an environment of enrichment and fun to keep st udents engaged and learning over the summer. Registration fee is $85 whic h includes colorful camp 5 T-shirts. Cost is $189 per week. There is a dis counted price for each additional child\, as well as discounts for multi-w eek enrollment. For more information\, visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure or ca ll the leisure learning office at 337-475-5616. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Sta te University Leisure Learning is offering &ldquo\;A STEAM Adventure&rdquo \; summer program as part of its Kids College from May 28-Aug. 10 for chil dren entering grades 1-8. \;

The 11-week program will offer activities\, projects and field trips for students interested in engineering\, nature\, forensics\, airplanes a nd rockets\, physical science\, chemistry and so much more. The program is offered from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday with early drop off/late pick up available. \;

Each week will feature a separate theme and will offer children t he opportunity to participate in hands-on and outdoor activities\, as well as visit Lake Charles landmarks\, museums and exhibits. Elementary and mi ddle school certified teachers\, as well as local and international McNees e students from various disciplines\, will provide an environment of enric hment and fun to keep students engaged and learning over the summer. \ ;

Registration fee is $85 w hich includes colorful camp 5 T-shirts. Cost is $189 per week. There is a discounted price for each additional child\, as well as discounts for mult i-week enrollment. For more information\, visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure or call the leisure learning office at 337-475-5616.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180508T2048220Z-583899-100@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180618 SUMMARY:Kids College Camp: Week 4: Cool Chemistry DESCRIPTION:McNeese State University Leisure Learning is offering “A STEAM Adventure” summer program as part of its Kids College from May 28-Aug. 10 for children entering grades 1-8. The 11-week program will offer activiti es\, projects and field trips for students interested in engineering\, nat ure\, forensics\, airplanes and rockets\, physical science\, chemistry and so much more. The program is offered from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday t hrough Friday with early drop off/late pick up available. Each week will feature a separate theme and will offer children the opportunity to partic ipate in hands-on and outdoor activities\, as well as visit Lake Charles l andmarks\, museums and exhibits. Elementary and middle school certified te achers\, as well as local and international McNeese students from various disciplines\, will provide an environment of enrichment and fun to keep st udents engaged and learning over the summer. Registration fee is $85 whic h includes colorful camp 5 T-shirts. Cost is $189 per week. There is a dis counted price for each additional child\, as well as discounts for multi-w eek enrollment. For more information\, visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure or ca ll the leisure learning office at 337-475-5616. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Sta te University Leisure Learning is offering &ldquo\;A STEAM Adventure&rdquo \; summer program as part of its Kids College from May 28-Aug. 10 for chil dren entering grades 1-8. \;

The 11-week program will offer activities\, projects and field trips for students interested in engineering\, nature\, forensics\, airplanes a nd rockets\, physical science\, chemistry and so much more. The program is offered from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday with early drop off/late pick up available. \;

Each week will feature a separate theme and will offer children t he opportunity to participate in hands-on and outdoor activities\, as well as visit Lake Charles landmarks\, museums and exhibits. Elementary and mi ddle school certified teachers\, as well as local and international McNees e students from various disciplines\, will provide an environment of enric hment and fun to keep students engaged and learning over the summer. \ ;

Registration fee is $85 w hich includes colorful camp 5 T-shirts. Cost is $189 per week. There is a discounted price for each additional child\, as well as discounts for mult i-week enrollment. For more information\, visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure or call the leisure learning office at 337-475-5616.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180508T2049280Z-583899-101@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180625 SUMMARY:Kids College Camp: Week 5: CSI Discoveries DESCRIPTION:McNeese State University Leisure Learning is offering “A STEAM Adventure” summer program as part of its Kids College from May 28-Aug. 10 for children entering grades 1-8. The 11-week program will offer activiti es\, projects and field trips for students interested in engineering\, nat ure\, forensics\, airplanes and rockets\, physical science\, chemistry and so much more. The program is offered from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday t hrough Friday with early drop off/late pick up available. Each week will feature a separate theme and will offer children the opportunity to partic ipate in hands-on and outdoor activities\, as well as visit Lake Charles l andmarks\, museums and exhibits. Elementary and middle school certified te achers\, as well as local and international McNeese students from various disciplines\, will provide an environment of enrichment and fun to keep st udents engaged and learning over the summer. Registration fee is $85 whic h includes colorful camp 5 T-shirts. Cost is $189 per week. There is a dis counted price for each additional child\, as well as discounts for multi-w eek enrollment. For more information\, visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure or ca ll the leisure learning office at 337-475-5616. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Sta te University Leisure Learning is offering &ldquo\;A STEAM Adventure&rdquo \; summer program as part of its Kids College from May 28-Aug. 10 for chil dren entering grades 1-8. \;

The 11-week program will offer activities\, projects and field trips for students interested in engineering\, nature\, forensics\, airplanes a nd rockets\, physical science\, chemistry and so much more. The program is offered from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday with early drop off/late pick up available. \;

Each week will feature a separate theme and will offer children t he opportunity to participate in hands-on and outdoor activities\, as well as visit Lake Charles landmarks\, museums and exhibits. Elementary and mi ddle school certified teachers\, as well as local and international McNees e students from various disciplines\, will provide an environment of enric hment and fun to keep students engaged and learning over the summer. \ ;

Registration fee is $85 w hich includes colorful camp 5 T-shirts. Cost is $189 per week. There is a discounted price for each additional child\, as well as discounts for mult i-week enrollment. For more information\, visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure or call the leisure learning office at 337-475-5616.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180508T2050480Z-583899-102@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180702 SUMMARY:Kids College Camp: Week 6: Media Madness DESCRIPTION:McNeese State University Leisure Learning is offering “A STEAM Adventure” summer program as part of its Kids College from May 28-Aug. 10 for children entering grades 1-8. The 11-week program will offer activiti es\, projects and field trips for students interested in engineering\, nat ure\, forensics\, airplanes and rockets\, physical science\, chemistry and so much more. The program is offered from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday t hrough Friday with early drop off/late pick up available. Each week will feature a separate theme and will offer children the opportunity to partic ipate in hands-on and outdoor activities\, as well as visit Lake Charles l andmarks\, museums and exhibits. Elementary and middle school certified te achers\, as well as local and international McNeese students from various disciplines\, will provide an environment of enrichment and fun to keep st udents engaged and learning over the summer. Registration fee is $85 whic h includes colorful camp 5 T-shirts. Cost is $189 per week. There is a dis counted price for each additional child\, as well as discounts for multi-w eek enrollment. For more information\, visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure or ca ll the leisure learning office at 337-475-5616. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Sta te University Leisure Learning is offering &ldquo\;A STEAM Adventure&rdquo \; summer program as part of its Kids College from May 28-Aug. 10 for chil dren entering grades 1-8. \;

The 11-week program will offer activities\, projects and field trips for students interested in engineering\, nature\, forensics\, airplanes a nd rockets\, physical science\, chemistry and so much more. The program is offered from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday with early drop off/late pick up available. \;

Each week will feature a separate theme and will offer children t he opportunity to participate in hands-on and outdoor activities\, as well as visit Lake Charles landmarks\, museums and exhibits. Elementary and mi ddle school certified teachers\, as well as local and international McNees e students from various disciplines\, will provide an environment of enric hment and fun to keep students engaged and learning over the summer. \ ;

Registration fee is $85 w hich includes colorful camp 5 T-shirts. Cost is $189 per week. There is a discounted price for each additional child\, as well as discounts for mult i-week enrollment. For more information\, visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure or call the leisure learning office at 337-475-5616.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180508T2051410Z-583899-103@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180709 SUMMARY:Kids College Camp: Week 7: Exciting Engineering DESCRIPTION:McNeese State University Leisure Learning is offering “A STEAM Adventure” summer program as part of its Kids College from May 28-Aug. 10 for children entering grades 1-8. The 11-week program will offer activiti es\, projects and field trips for students interested in engineering\, nat ure\, forensics\, airplanes and rockets\, physical science\, chemistry and so much more. The program is offered from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday t hrough Friday with early drop off/late pick up available. Each week will feature a separate theme and will offer children the opportunity to partic ipate in hands-on and outdoor activities\, as well as visit Lake Charles l andmarks\, museums and exhibits. Elementary and middle school certified te achers\, as well as local and international McNeese students from various disciplines\, will provide an environment of enrichment and fun to keep st udents engaged and learning over the summer. Registration fee is $85 whic h includes colorful camp 5 T-shirts. Cost is $189 per week. There is a dis counted price for each additional child\, as well as discounts for multi-w eek enrollment. For more information\, visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure or ca ll the leisure learning office at 337-475-5616. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Sta te University Leisure Learning is offering &ldquo\;A STEAM Adventure&rdquo \; summer program as part of its Kids College from May 28-Aug. 10 for chil dren entering grades 1-8. \;

The 11-week program will offer activities\, projects and field trips for students interested in engineering\, nature\, forensics\, airplanes a nd rockets\, physical science\, chemistry and so much more. The program is offered from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday with early drop off/late pick up available. \;

Each week will feature a separate theme and will offer children t he opportunity to participate in hands-on and outdoor activities\, as well as visit Lake Charles landmarks\, museums and exhibits. Elementary and mi ddle school certified teachers\, as well as local and international McNees e students from various disciplines\, will provide an environment of enric hment and fun to keep students engaged and learning over the summer. \ ;

Registration fee is $85 w hich includes colorful camp 5 T-shirts. Cost is $189 per week. There is a discounted price for each additional child\, as well as discounts for mult i-week enrollment. For more information\, visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure or call the leisure learning office at 337-475-5616.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180508T2052330Z-583899-104@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180716 SUMMARY:Kids College Camp: Week 8: Magical Mysteries DESCRIPTION:McNeese State University Leisure Learning is offering “A STEAM Adventure” summer program as part of its Kids College from May 28-Aug. 10 for children entering grades 1-8. The 11-week program will offer activiti es\, projects and field trips for students interested in engineering\, nat ure\, forensics\, airplanes and rockets\, physical science\, chemistry and so much more. The program is offered from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday t hrough Friday with early drop off/late pick up available. Each week will feature a separate theme and will offer children the opportunity to partic ipate in hands-on and outdoor activities\, as well as visit Lake Charles l andmarks\, museums and exhibits. Elementary and middle school certified te achers\, as well as local and international McNeese students from various disciplines\, will provide an environment of enrichment and fun to keep st udents engaged and learning over the summer. Registration fee is $85 whic h includes colorful camp 5 T-shirts. Cost is $189 per week. There is a dis counted price for each additional child\, as well as discounts for multi-w eek enrollment. For more information\, visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure or ca ll the leisure learning office at 337-475-5616. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Sta te University Leisure Learning is offering &ldquo\;A STEAM Adventure&rdquo \; summer program as part of its Kids College from May 28-Aug. 10 for chil dren entering grades 1-8. \;

The 11-week program will offer activities\, projects and field trips for students interested in engineering\, nature\, forensics\, airplanes a nd rockets\, physical science\, chemistry and so much more. The program is offered from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday with early drop off/late pick up available. \;

Each week will feature a separate theme and will offer children t he opportunity to participate in hands-on and outdoor activities\, as well as visit Lake Charles landmarks\, museums and exhibits. Elementary and mi ddle school certified teachers\, as well as local and international McNees e students from various disciplines\, will provide an environment of enric hment and fun to keep students engaged and learning over the summer. \ ;

Registration fee is $85 w hich includes colorful camp 5 T-shirts. Cost is $189 per week. There is a discounted price for each additional child\, as well as discounts for mult i-week enrollment. For more information\, visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure or call the leisure learning office at 337-475-5616.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180508T2053310Z-583899-105@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180723 SUMMARY:Kids College Camp: Week 9: Imagination & Inventions Astronomy & Roc kets DESCRIPTION:McNeese State University Leisure Learning is offering “A STEAM Adventure” summer program as part of its Kids College from May 28-Aug. 10 for children entering grades 1-8. The 11-week program will offer activiti es\, projects and field trips for students interested in engineering\, nat ure\, forensics\, airplanes and rockets\, physical science\, chemistry and so much more. The program is offered from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday t hrough Friday with early drop off/late pick up available. Each week will feature a separate theme and will offer children the opportunity to partic ipate in hands-on and outdoor activities\, as well as visit Lake Charles l andmarks\, museums and exhibits. Elementary and middle school certified te achers\, as well as local and international McNeese students from various disciplines\, will provide an environment of enrichment and fun to keep st udents engaged and learning over the summer. Registration fee is $85 whic h includes colorful camp 5 T-shirts. Cost is $189 per week. There is a dis counted price for each additional child\, as well as discounts for multi-w eek enrollment. For more information\, visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure or ca ll the leisure learning office at 337-475-5616. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Sta te University Leisure Learning is offering &ldquo\;A STEAM Adventure&rdquo \; summer program as part of its Kids College from May 28-Aug. 10 for chil dren entering grades 1-8. \;

The 11-week program will offer activities\, projects and field trips for students interested in engineering\, nature\, forensics\, airplanes a nd rockets\, physical science\, chemistry and so much more. The program is offered from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday with early drop off/late pick up available. \;

Each week will feature a separate theme and will offer children t he opportunity to participate in hands-on and outdoor activities\, as well as visit Lake Charles landmarks\, museums and exhibits. Elementary and mi ddle school certified teachers\, as well as local and international McNees e students from various disciplines\, will provide an environment of enric hment and fun to keep students engaged and learning over the summer. \ ;

Registration fee is $85 w hich includes colorful camp 5 T-shirts. Cost is $189 per week. There is a discounted price for each additional child\, as well as discounts for mult i-week enrollment. For more information\, visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure or call the leisure learning office at 337-475-5616.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180508T2054280Z-583899-106@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180730 SUMMARY:Kids College Camp: Week 10: Fantastic Physical Science DESCRIPTION:McNeese State University Leisure Learning is offering “A STEAM Adventure” summer program as part of its Kids College from May 28-Aug. 10 for children entering grades 1-8. The 11-week program will offer activiti es\, projects and field trips for students interested in engineering\, nat ure\, forensics\, airplanes and rockets\, physical science\, chemistry and so much more. The program is offered from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday t hrough Friday with early drop off/late pick up available. Each week will feature a separate theme and will offer children the opportunity to partic ipate in hands-on and outdoor activities\, as well as visit Lake Charles l andmarks\, museums and exhibits. Elementary and middle school certified te achers\, as well as local and international McNeese students from various disciplines\, will provide an environment of enrichment and fun to keep st udents engaged and learning over the summer. Registration fee is $85 whic h includes colorful camp 5 T-shirts. Cost is $189 per week. There is a dis counted price for each additional child\, as well as discounts for multi-w eek enrollment. For more information\, visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure or ca ll the leisure learning office at 337-475-5616. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Sta te University Leisure Learning is offering &ldquo\;A STEAM Adventure&rdquo \; summer program as part of its Kids College from May 28-Aug. 10 for chil dren entering grades 1-8. \;

The 11-week program will offer activities\, projects and field trips for students interested in engineering\, nature\, forensics\, airplanes a nd rockets\, physical science\, chemistry and so much more. The program is offered from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday with early drop off/late pick up available. \;

Each week will feature a separate theme and will offer children t he opportunity to participate in hands-on and outdoor activities\, as well as visit Lake Charles landmarks\, museums and exhibits. Elementary and mi ddle school certified teachers\, as well as local and international McNees e students from various disciplines\, will provide an environment of enric hment and fun to keep students engaged and learning over the summer. \ ;

Registration fee is $85 w hich includes colorful camp 5 T-shirts. Cost is $189 per week. There is a discounted price for each additional child\, as well as discounts for mult i-week enrollment. For more information\, visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure or call the leisure learning office at 337-475-5616.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180508T2055200Z-583899-107@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180806 SUMMARY:Kids College Camp: Week 11: Ready! Set! Act! DESCRIPTION:McNeese State University Leisure Learning is offering “A STEAM Adventure” summer program as part of its Kids College from May 28-Aug. 10 for children entering grades 1-8. The 11-week program will offer activiti es\, projects and field trips for students interested in engineering\, nat ure\, forensics\, airplanes and rockets\, physical science\, chemistry and so much more. The program is offered from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday t hrough Friday with early drop off/late pick up available. Each week will feature a separate theme and will offer children the opportunity to partic ipate in hands-on and outdoor activities\, as well as visit Lake Charles l andmarks\, museums and exhibits. Elementary and middle school certified te achers\, as well as local and international McNeese students from various disciplines\, will provide an environment of enrichment and fun to keep st udents engaged and learning over the summer. Registration fee is $85 whic h includes colorful camp 5 T-shirts. Cost is $189 per week. There is a dis counted price for each additional child\, as well as discounts for multi-w eek enrollment. For more information\, visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure or ca ll the leisure learning office at 337-475-5616. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Sta te University Leisure Learning is offering &ldquo\;A STEAM Adventure&rdquo \; summer program as part of its Kids College from May 28-Aug. 10 for chil dren entering grades 1-8. \;

The 11-week program will offer activities\, projects and field trips for students interested in engineering\, nature\, forensics\, airplanes a nd rockets\, physical science\, chemistry and so much more. The program is offered from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday with early drop off/late pick up available. \;

Each week will feature a separate theme and will offer children t he opportunity to participate in hands-on and outdoor activities\, as well as visit Lake Charles landmarks\, museums and exhibits. Elementary and mi ddle school certified teachers\, as well as local and international McNees e students from various disciplines\, will provide an environment of enric hment and fun to keep students engaged and learning over the summer. \ ;

Registration fee is $85 w hich includes colorful camp 5 T-shirts. Cost is $189 per week. There is a discounted price for each additional child\, as well as discounts for mult i-week enrollment. For more information\, visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure or call the leisure learning office at 337-475-5616.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180508T2056030Z-583899-108@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180525T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180525T130000 SUMMARY:Learning to Thrive Without the Nine-To-Five DESCRIPTION:Retirement is one of the biggest changes in an adult’s life. Bi g life changes are often accompanied by stress\, stress can be a primary r isk factor for depression\, and depression is often accompanied with anxie ty. One in five adults will experience a mental illness in their life acco rding to the National Alliance on Mental Illness. To learn more about anx iety and depression risk factors\, symptoms\, and treatments please join L indsey Bufford\, APRN\, PMHNP-BC for her lecture on depression and anxiety after retirement. Bufford got both her undergraduate and graduate qualif ications at McNeese State University. She grew up right here in Southwest Louisiana and has been with Memorial in various roles for over 10 years. S he currently serves as a Nurse Practitioner and is Board Certified in Psyc hiatric care. Learning to Thrive Without the Nine-To-Five\, is a free sem inar being held at 12 noon on Friday\, May 25\, in the Shearman Conference Center at Memorial Hospital on Oak Park Boulevard. Light lunch will be pr ovided\, and reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance. For more information or to make a reservation\, please visit lcmh.com/seminar or call (337) 494-2936. You can also watch the event live online by visiti ng lcmh.com/watch. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Retirement is one of the biggest changes in an adult&rsquo\;s life. Big life changes are often accompanied by stress\, stress can be a primary risk factor for depression\, and depression is often accompanied with anxiety. One in five adults will experience a mental illness in their life according to the Na tional Alliance on Mental Illness. \;

To learn more about anxiety and depression risk factors\, s ymptoms\, and treatments please join \;Lindsey Bufford\, APRN\ , PMHNP-BC \;for her lecture on depression and anxiety after retirement. \;

Bufford got both her undergraduate and graduate qualifications at McNeese State Un iversity. She grew up right here in Southwest Louisiana and has been with Memorial in various roles for over 10 years. She currently serves as a Nur se Practitioner and is Board Certified in Psychiatric care. \;

Learning to Thrive Wi thout the Nine-To-Five\, \;is a free seminar being held at \; 12 noon \;on \;Friday\, May 25\, in the Shearman Conferenc e Center at Memorial Hospital on Oak Park Boulevard. Light lunch will be p rovided\, and reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance. \;

For more information or to make a reservation\, please visit \;lcmh.com/seminar \;or call

(337) 494-2936. You can also watch the event live online by visiting \;lcmh.com/watch.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Lake Charles Memorial Hospital UID:20180510T2023470Z-583899-109@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180514T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180514T170000 SUMMARY:Sulphur Police Memorial DESCRIPTION:Please join the Sulphur Police Department and the community as we honor our fallen soldiers. Date: Monday\, May 14\, 2018 Time: 4:00 PM Location: TJ Andrus Law Enforcement Center 500 N Huntington Street\, Sulph ur\, La 70663 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Please jo in the Sulphur Police Department and the community as we honor our fallen soldiers. \;

Date:& nbsp\;Monday\, May 14\, 2018

Time: \;4:00 PM

Location: TJ Andrus Law Enforcement C enter \;500 N Huntington Street \, Sulphur\, La 70663
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:TJ Andrus Law Enforcement Center UID:20180511T1415520Z-583899-110@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180518T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180518T210000 SUMMARY:Downtown at Sundown: The Tugboats DESCRIPTION:Mark Your Calendar for the 2018 Downtown at Sundown! The live m usic block party will also feature food trucks\, vendor booths\, kid frien dly activities\, beverage sales\, and more! Downtown at Sundown will run o ver four consecutive Friday nights from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on the 1000 block of Ryan Street in Lake Charles. (If it rains\, everything will move insid e the Civic Center.) X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Mark Your C alendar for the 2018 Downtown at Sundown! The live music block party will also feature food trucks\, vendor booths\, kid friendly activities\, bever age sales\, and more! Downtown at Sundown will run over four consecutive F riday nights from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on the 1000 block of Ryan Street in Lak e Charles. (If it rains\, everything will move inside the Civic Center.)
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Downtown Lake Charles UID:20180511T1909160Z-583899-111@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180601T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180601T210000 SUMMARY:Downtown at Sundown: Lost Bayou Ramblers DESCRIPTION:Mark Your Calendar for the 2018 Downtown at Sundown! The live m usic block party will also feature food trucks\, vendor booths\, kid frien dly activities\, beverage sales\, and more! Downtown at Sundown will run o ver four consecutive Friday nights from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on the 1000 block of Ryan Street in Lake Charles. (If it rains\, everything will move insid e the Civic Center.) X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Mark Your C alendar for the 2018 Downtown at Sundown! The live music block party will also feature food trucks\, vendor booths\, kid friendly activities\, bever age sales\, and more! Downtown at Sundown will run over four consecutive F riday nights from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on the 1000 block of Ryan Street in Lak e Charles. (If it rains\, everything will move inside the Civic Center.)
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Downtown Lake Charles UID:20180511T1907260Z-583899-113@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180525T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180525T210000 SUMMARY:Downtown at Sundown: Rusty Metoyer & Zydeco Krush DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles announces plans for the 20th annual Do wntown at Sundown concert series for four consecutive Fridays from 6 to-9 p.m. beginning on May 18. Activities will take place on Ryan Street in fro nt of Historic City Hall and the Parish Courthouse. Beverage sales will be nefit the Literacy Council of SWLA. The street-fair format will feature fo od and beverage\, table top galleries\, merchandise vendors\, activities f or kids as well as a variety of music. Lawn chairs are welcome\; however\, ice coolers and pets are prohibited. In case of rain\, the concerts will take place inside the Lake Charles Civic Center. The series kicks off wit h The Tugboats on May 18\; Rusty Metoyer & Zydeco Krush on May 25\; The Lo st Bayou Ramblers on June 1\; and the series wraps up with The Flamethrowe rs on June 8. Two special occasions will be celebrated during Downtown at Sundown this year. Last year commemorated the 150th anniversary of Lake C harles. The Sesquicentennial Time Capsule will be buried on the grounds of Historic City Hall during the concert on May 25. The time capsule is sche duled to be unearthed in the 2067 bicentennial year of the City. On June 1 \, we will celebrate the 50th anniversary of CODOFIL | Council for the Dev elopment of French in Louisiana with a special program. This year’s event is supported by corporate sponsorships from The American Press\, Capital One Bank\, CITGO Petroleum\, Delta Downs Racetrack & Casino\, Entergy\, La ke Charles Toyota\, Merrill Lynch and Stockwell Sievert Law Firm. For mor e information\, call 337-491-9159 or go to www.CityOfLakeCharles.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles announces plans for the 20th annual Downtown at Sundown conc ert series for four consecutive Fridays from 6 to-9 p.m. beginning on \;May 18. Activities will take pla ce on Ryan Street in front of Historic City Hall and the Parish Courthouse . Beverage sales will benefit the Literacy Council of SWLA. The street-fai r format will feature food and beverage\, table top galleries\, merchandis e vendors\, activities for kids as well as a variety of music. Lawn chairs are welcome\; however\, ice coolers and pets are prohibited. In case of r ain\, the concerts will take place inside the Lake Charles Civic Center.&n bsp\;

The series kicks off with The Tugboats on \;May 18\ ; Rusty Metoyer &\; Zydeco Krush on \;May 25\; The Lost Bayou Ramblers on \;June 1\; and the series wraps up with The Flamethrowers on \;June 8. \;

Two special occasions will be celebr ated during Downtown at Sundown this year. Last year commemorated the 150t h anniversary of Lake Charles. The Sesquicentennial Time Capsule will be b uried on the grounds of Historic City Hall during the concert on \;May 25. The time capsule is scheduled to be unearthed in the 2067 bicentennial year of the City. On \;June 1\, we will celebrate the 50th ann iversary of CODOFIL | Council for the Development of French in Louisiana w ith a special program. \;

This year&rsquo\;s event is supported by corporate sponsorships from Th e American Press\, Capital One Bank\, CITGO Petroleum\, Delta Downs Racetr ack &\; Casino\, Entergy\, Lake Charles Toyota\, Merrill Lynch and Stoc kwell Sievert Law Firm. \;

For more information\, call 337-491-9159 or go to \;www.City OfLakeCharles.com.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:1911 Historic City Hall UID:20180511T1908150Z-583899-114@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180608T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180608T210000 SUMMARY:Downtown at Sundown: The Flamethrowers DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles announces plans for the 20th annual Do wntown at Sundown concert series for four consecutive Fridays from 6 to-9 p.m. beginning on May 18. Activities will take place on Ryan Street in fro nt of Historic City Hall and the Parish Courthouse. Beverage sales will be nefit the Literacy Council of SWLA. The street-fair format will feature fo od and beverage\, table top galleries\, merchandise vendors\, activities f or kids as well as a variety of music. Lawn chairs are welcome\; however\, ice coolers and pets are prohibited. In case of rain\, the concerts will take place inside the Lake Charles Civic Center. The series kicks off wit h The Tugboats on May 18\; Rusty Metoyer & Zydeco Krush on May 25\; The Lo st Bayou Ramblers on June 1\; and the series wraps up with The Flamethrowe rs on June 8. Two special occasions will be celebrated during Downtown at Sundown this year. Last year commemorated the 150th anniversary of Lake C harles. The Sesquicentennial Time Capsule will be buried on the grounds of Historic City Hall during the concert on May 25. The time capsule is sche duled to be unearthed in the 2067 bicentennial year of the City. On June 1 \, we will celebrate the 50th anniversary of CODOFIL | Council for the Dev elopment of French in Louisiana with a special program. This year’s event is supported by corporate sponsorships from The American Press\, Capital One Bank\, CITGO Petroleum\, Delta Downs Racetrack & Casino\, Entergy\, La ke Charles Toyota\, Merrill Lynch and Stockwell Sievert Law Firm. For mor e information\, call 337-491-9159 or go to www.CityOfLakeCharles.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles announces plans for the 20th annual Downtown at Sundown conc ert series for four consecutive Fridays from 6 to-9 p.m. beginning on \;May 18. Activities will take pla ce on Ryan Street in front of Historic City Hall and the Parish Courthouse . Beverage sales will benefit the Literacy Council of SWLA. The street-fai r format will feature food and beverage\, table top galleries\, merchandis e vendors\, activities for kids as well as a variety of music. Lawn chairs are welcome\; however\, ice coolers and pets are prohibited. In case of r ain\, the concerts will take place inside the Lake Charles Civic Center.&n bsp\;

The series kicks off with The Tugboats on \;May 18\ ; Rusty Metoyer &\; Zydeco Krush on \;May 25\; The Lost Bayou Ramblers on \;June 1\; and the series wraps up with The Flamethrowers on \;June 8. \;

Two special occasions will be celebr ated during Downtown at Sundown this year. Last year commemorated the 150t h anniversary of Lake Charles. The Sesquicentennial Time Capsule will be b uried on the grounds of Historic City Hall during the concert on \;May 25. The time capsule is scheduled to be unearthed in the 2067 bicentennial year of the City. On \;June 1\, we will celebrate the 50th ann iversary of CODOFIL | Council for the Development of French in Louisiana w ith a special program. \;

This year&rsquo\;s event is supported by corporate sponsorships from Th e American Press\, Capital One Bank\, CITGO Petroleum\, Delta Downs Racetr ack &\; Casino\, Entergy\, Lake Charles Toyota\, Merrill Lynch and Stoc kwell Sievert Law Firm. \;

For more information\, call 337-491-9159 or go to \;www.City OfLakeCharles.com.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:1911 Historic City Hall UID:20180511T1910050Z-583899-115@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180524T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180524T134500 SUMMARY:Ribbon Cutting at Hargrove Engineers & Constructors DESCRIPTION:Hargrove Engineers + Constructors Thursday\, May 24th @ 1:30 PM 299 South Cities Service Highway\, Suite 6 –Sulphur (Behind Holliers) X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Hargrove \;Engineers + Constructors
Thur sday\, May \;24th \;@ 1:30 PM
299 South Cities Service Highway\, Suite 6 \;&ndash\;Sulphur
(Behind Holliers)
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Hargrove UID:20180514T1344200Z-583899-116@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180518T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180518T123000 SUMMARY:Hip and Knee Replacement: Learn How We Operate in Unison DESCRIPTION:CHRISTUS St. Patrick Health System will present a free communit y luncheon seminar\, “Hip and Knee Replacement: Learn How We Operate in Un ison\,” at 11:30 a.m. on Friday\, May 18\, 2018\, at the Cousin’s Lebanese Cuisine (2612 Kirkman). Jonathan Foret\, M.D.\, orthopedic surgeon\, will share information on surgical and non-surgical treatment options for knee joint pain and explain the benefits of Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted total hi p and knee replacements\, the latest advancement in orthopedics arthroplas ty. A light meal will be served at no charge. CHRISTUS St. Patrick Health System is the first hospital in the Lake Charles area to provide the lates t technology for total knee replacement via Stryker’s Mako Robotic Arm-ass isted technology. The program is offered at no costs to participants\, but seating is limited\, and reservations are required. To register\, call 1- 800-831-1796 toll-free. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CHRISTUS St . Patrick Health System will present a free community luncheon seminar\, & ldquo\;Hip and Knee Replacement: Learn How We Operate in Unison\,&rdquo\; at \;11:30 a.m. \;on \;Friday\, May 18\, 2 018\, at the Cousin&rsquo\;s Lebanese Cuisine (2612 Kirkman) . Jonathan Foret\, M.D.\, orthopedic surgeon\, will share information on s urgical and non-surgical treatment options for knee joint pain and explain the benefits of Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted total hip and knee replacements \, the latest advancement in orthopedics arthroplasty. A light meal will b e served at no charge.

C HRISTUS St. Patrick Health System is the first hospital in the Lake Charle s area to provide the latest technology for total knee replacement via Str yker&rsquo\;s Mako Robotic Arm-assisted technology.
The program is offered at no costs to participants\, but seating is limited\, and reservations are required. To register\, cal l 1-800-831-1796 toll-free.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Cousin's Lebanese Cuisine UID:20180514T1355390Z-583899-117@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180517T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180517T110000 SUMMARY:HOW TO DELIVER A POWERFUL PRESENTATION DESCRIPTION:A participating\, learning workshop on persuasion by presentati on. The ability to deliver a persuasive presentation to employees\, poten tial buyers\, and influential groups\, has become a fundamental requiremen t for those in business. This workshop is designed to help you develop and refine your presentation skills. You will learn and practice delivering a presentation that is CLEAR\, CONCISE\, and COMPELLING. You will be given a framework for your own persuasive presentation. When: Thursday\, May 17\ , at 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Where: Meeting Room B\, 2nd Floor\, The SEED Cen ter (4310 Ryan Street\, Lake Charles) Admission: $10 Presenter: Eric Thomp son\, SCORE Region Vice President Registration: This workshop is limited t o 25 people. Contact SCORE at (337) 433-3632 ext. 1217 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
A participa ting\, learning workshop on persuasion by presentation. \;

The ability to deliver a persuasive presentation to employees\, potential buyers\, and influential groups\, h as become a fundamental requirement for those in business.

This workshop is designed to help you d evelop and refine your presentation skills. You will learn and practice de livering a presentation that is CLEAR\, CONCISE\, and COMPELLING. \;Yo u will be given a framework for your own persuasive presentation.
When: Thursday\, May 17\, at 8:3 0 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Where: Meeti ng Room B\, 2nd Floor\, The SEED Center (4310 Ryan Street\, Lake Charles)< /span>
Admission: $10
Presenter: Eric Thompson\, SCORE Region Vice President
Registration: This w orkshop is limited to 25 people. Contact SCORE at (337) 433-3632 ext. 1217
CATEGORIES:Education UID:20180514T1807590Z-583899-118@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180723T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180723T120000 SUMMARY:Spanish Summer Camp - Kindergarten DESCRIPTION:For Four Year Olds (Incoming Kindergarten) Your child will lear na bout the Spanish language and its diverse culture through songs\, stori es\, games\, crafts and so much more! Chantal Castille will introduce simp le concepts such as greetings\, colors\, and numbers in Spanish! Session 1: Monday\, June 4 - Thursday\, June 7 Session 2: Monday July 23 - Thurday \, July 26 9:30 a.m. to noon. $100 for non-members\, $90 for Children's Mu seum members! Call 433-9420 for more information! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
For Four Year Olds (Incoming Kindergarten)< /p>
Your child will learna bout the Spanish language and its diverse c ulture through songs\, stories\, games\, crafts and so much more! Chantal Castille will introduce simple concepts such as greetings\, colors\, and n umbers in Spanish! \;

Session 1: Monday\, June 4 - Thursday\, June 7

Session 2: Monday July 23 - Thurday\, July 26

9:30 a.m. to noon.

$100 for non-members\, $90 for Children's Museum mem bers!

Call 433-9420 for more information!
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:The Children's Museum UID:20180514T1858560Z-583899-119@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180604T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180604T120000 SUMMARY:Spanish Summer Camp - 4 year olds to kindergarten DESCRIPTION:For Four Year Olds (Incoming Kindergarten) Your child will lear na bout the Spanish language and its diverse culture through songs\, stori es\, games\, crafts and so much more! Chantal Castille will introduce simp le concepts such as greetings\, colors\, and numbers in Spanish! Session 1: Monday\, June 4 - Thursday\, June 7 Session 2: Monday July 23 - Thurday \, July 26 9:30 a.m. to noon. $100 for non-members\, $90 for Children's Mu seum members! Call 433-9420 for more information! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
For Four Year Olds (Incoming Kindergarten)< /p>
Your child will learna bout the Spanish language and its diverse c ulture through songs\, stories\, games\, crafts and so much more! Chantal Castille will introduce simple concepts such as greetings\, colors\, and n umbers in Spanish! \;

Session 1: Monday\, June 4 - Thursday\, June 7

Session 2: Monday July 23 - Thurday\, July 26

9:30 a.m. to noon.

$100 for non-members\, $90 for Children's Museum mem bers!

Call 433-9420 for more information!
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:The Children's Museum UID:20180514T1907060Z-583899-120@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180604T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180604T160000 SUMMARY:Spanish Summer Camp - Incoming 1st through 3rd Grade DESCRIPTION:With (pretend) passports in hand\, kids will travel through var ious Hispanic countries learning abouthteir culture and lanquage\, Spanish . Children will utilize maps to discover the countries to be studied and w ill identify feature unqiue to those places. Spanish concepts regarding tr avelign\, among others\, will be presented and reinfored throughout the we ek. $100 for Children's Museum members\; $110 for non-members Monday\, Ju ne 4 through Friday\, June 8 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Call 433-9420 for more infor mation. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
With (prete nd) passports in hand\, kids will travel through various Hispanic countrie s learning abouthteir culture and lanquage\, Spanish. Children will utiliz e maps to discover the countries to be studied and will identify feature u nqiue to those places. Spanish concepts regarding travelign\, among others \, will be presented and reinfored throughout the week. \;

$100 for Children's Museum members\; $ 110 for non-members

Monday\ , June 4 through Friday\, June 8

1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Call 433-9420 for more information.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:The Children's Museum UID:20180514T1903360Z-583899-121@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180604T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180604T160000 SUMMARY:Spanish Summer Camp - Incoming 4th Grade through Incoming 6th Grade DESCRIPTION:CHildren at thsi level will get a much deeper experience of the Spanish culture and language\, and how both relate. They will learn to in dentify concepts from the culture and compare and contrast making observat ions about their uniqueness and current relevance. Each day students will create projects based on their learning\, but left to their creativity to make it their own. Grammatical concepts will be introduced throughout the week and reinforced with the use of cultural themes. $100 for Children's M usum Members\, $110 for non-members 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. June 4 through June 8 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CHildren at thsi level will get a much deep er experience of the Spanish culture and language\, and how both relate. T hey will learn to indentify concepts from the culture and compare and cont rast making observations about their uniqueness and current relevance. Eac h day students will create projects based on their learning\, but left to their creativity to make it their own. Grammatical concepts will be introd uced throughout the week and reinforced with the use of cultural themes.
$100 for Children's Musum Members\, $110 for non-members

1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

June 4 through June 8
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:The Children's Museum UID:20180514T1908060Z-583899-122@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180609T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180609T180000 SUMMARY:Signing in the South DESCRIPTION:Signing in the South is an event that invites literary enthusia sts to spend an afternoon meeting with both out-of-state and local authors . The event will take place on Saturday\, June 9\, from 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. at Isle of Capri Casino & Hotel in Lakeside Ballroom\, located at 100 Westla ke Ave\, Westlake\, LA 70669. More than 25 authors will be on hand to exh ibit their work and to meet with attendees. Signing in the South helps to support authors while at the same offering readers the opportunity to disc over and purchase new books to read and new authors to follow with an over all theme of “Connecting Readers with Authors.” “The goal of this event i s to give back to the book lovers who enjoy reading. Our purpose as author s is to create a world where readers can relax\, learn\, and enjoy life\,” said event organizer Debbie Sonnier. Books will be available for purchas e from a wide variety of genres including Children’s\, Young Adult\, Histo ry\, Sci-Fi\, Paranormal\, Fantasy\, and Romance. Event attendees will hav e a chance at winning a prize packs filled with items provided by authors and area businesses. Entry fees are $5 for general admission and $25 for VIP admission. VIP admission tickets include a scavenger hunt\, additional entries into drawings\, a keepsake bag\, and a relaxed social hour to min gle with the authors. Hors D’Oeuvres and refreshments will also be availab le. To purchase tickets\, visit Eventbrite.com. For additional informatio n\, contact Debbie Sonnier at debbiesonnier@hotmail.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Signing in the South is an event that invites literary enthusiasts to spend an aftern oon meeting with both out-of-state and local authors. The event will take place on \;Saturday\, June 9\, from \;2 p.m. &ndash\; 6 p.m. \;at Isle of Capri Casino &\; Hotel in Lakeside Ballroom\, located at \;100 Westlake Ave\, Westlake\, L A 70669. \;

More th an 25 authors will be on hand to exhibit their work and to meet with atten dees. Signing in the South helps to support authors while at the same offe ring readers the opportunity to discover and purchase new books to read an d new authors to follow with an overall theme of &ldquo\;Connecting Reader s with Authors.&rdquo\; \;

&ldquo\;The goal of this event is to give back to the book lovers who enjoy reading. Our purpose as authors is to create a world where readers c an relax\, learn\, and enjoy life\,&rdquo\; said event organizer Debbie So nnier. \;

Books will be available for purchase from a wide variety of genres including Children&r squo\;s\, Young Adult\, History\, Sci-Fi\, Paranormal\, Fantasy\, and Roma nce. Event attendees will have a chance at winning a prize packs filled wi th items provided by authors and area businesses. \;

Entry fees are $5 for general admission and $25 for VIP admission. VIP admission tickets include a scavenger hunt\, ad ditional entries into drawings\, a keepsake bag\, and a relaxed social hou r to mingle with the authors. Hors D&rsquo\;Oeuvres and refreshments will also be available. \;

T o purchase tickets\, visit Eventbrite.com. For additional information\, co ntact Debbie Sonnier at \;d ebbiesonnier@hotmail.com.
CATEGORIES:Career Fairs & Trade Shows LOCATION:Isle of Capri Casino Hotel UID:20180516T1835060Z-583899-123@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180523T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180523T190000 SUMMARY:Gallery Talk at Historic City Hall DESCRIPTION:Dr. Ray Miles\, Director of the Doré School of Graduate Studies and Professor of History at McNeese State University\, will provide an ov erview of Edward Curtis' work among various Indian tribes of North America . Curtis' photographs offer a glimpse into the lives of American Indians a nd capture their humanity in strikingly beautiful images.    The event is held in conjunction 'Mingled Visions: Images from the North American India n by Edward S. Curtis'\, recognized as one of the most significant records of Native culture ever produced. The exhibition is on national tour by th e Dubuque Museum of Art and will hang through June 30. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Dr. Ray M iles\, Director of the Doré\; School of Graduate Studies and Profess or of History at McNeese State University\, will provide an overview of Ed ward Curtis' work among various Indian tribes of North America. Curtis' ph otographs offer a glimpse into the lives of American Indians and capture t heir humanity in strikingly beautiful images.

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The event is held in conjunction 'Mingled Visions: Images f rom the North American Indian by Edward S. Curtis'\, recognized as one of the most significant records of Native culture ever produced. The exhibiti on is on national tour by the Dubuque Museum of Art and will hang through& nbsp\;June 30.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:1911 Historic City Hall UID:20180516T1839490Z-583899-124@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180520T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180520T150000 SUMMARY:Stop the Bleed DESCRIPTION:As part of a commitment to educate citizens about measures that can save lives during traumatic incidents\, a group of healthcare profess ionals is teaming up with local and state government to provide free train ings to the public. “Stop the Bleed” is intended to cultivate grassroots e fforts that encourage bystanders to become trained\, equipped\, and empowe red to help in a bleeding emergency before professional help arrives. The first Lake Charles community training is scheduled for Sunday\, May 20 at 2 p.m. at the Calcasieu Parish Office of Homeland Security and Emergency P reparedness (OHSEP)\, located at 901 Lakeshore Dr. The training will last approximately one hour and is free of charge. Only thirty seats remain. Th e “Stop the Bleed” campaign states the number one cause of preventable dea th in trauma is bleeding. Twenty percent of people who die from traumatic injuries could have survived with quick bleeding control\, according to th e website. Lake Charles Urgent Care\, CHRISTUS St. Patrick Health Systems\ , Lake Charles Memorial Hospital\, Louisiana Emergency Response Network\, Calcasieu Medical Reserve Corps\, the City of Lake Charles\, and OHSEP beg an meeting earlier this year to organize “Stop the Bleed.” To register for the May 20 training\, please email swlaSTB@gmail.com or call (337) 721-40 24. For more information on the “Stop the Bleed” program\, visitwww.bleedi ngcontrol.org            X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
As part of a commitment to educate citizens about measures that can save lives during traumatic incidents\, a group of healthcare professionals is teaming up w ith local and state government to provide free trainings to the public. &l dquo\;Stop the Bleed&rdquo\; is intended to cultivate grassroots efforts t hat encourage bystanders to become trained\, equipped\, and empowered to h elp in a bleeding emergency before professional help arrives.

The first Lake Charles community traini ng is scheduled for \;Sunday\, May 20 at 2 p.m. \;at the Calcasieu Parish Office of Homeland Securit y and Emergency Preparedness (OHSEP)\, located at \;901 Lak eshore Dr. The training will last approximately one hour and is free o f charge. Only thirty seats remain.

The &ldquo\;Stop the Bleed&rdquo\; campaign states the number one cause of preventable death in trauma is bleeding. Twenty percent of peopl e who die from traumatic injuries could have survived with quick bleeding control\, according to the website.

Lake Charles Urgent Care\, CHRISTUS St. Patrick Health Systems\, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital\, Louisiana Emergency Response Network\, Ca lcasieu Medical Reserve Corps\, the City of Lake Charles\, and OHSEP began meeting earlier this year to organize &ldquo\;Stop the Bleed.&rdquo\;

To register for the \;May 20 \;training\, please email&n bsp\;swlaSTB@gmail.com \;or cal l (337) 721-4024. For more information on the &ldquo\;Stop the Bleed&rdquo \; program\, visitwww.bleedingcontrol.org \; \; \; \ ; \; \; \; \; \; \;
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Calcasieu Parish Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedn ess UID:20180516T1901510Z-583899-125@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180524T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180524T134500 SUMMARY:Ribbon Cutting at Hargrove Engineers & Constructors DESCRIPTION:Hargrove Engineers + Constructors Thursday\, May 24 @ 1:30 PM 2 99 South Cities Service Highway\, Suite 6 –Sulphur (Behind Holliers) X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Hargrove \;Eng ineers + Constructors
Thursday\, May \; 24 \;@ 1:30 PM
299 South Cities Service Highway\, Suite 6 &ndash\;Sulphur

(Behind Holliers)
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Hargrove UID:20180516T1903200Z-583899-126@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180521 SUMMARY:Art Funding Workshops RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;COUNT=5 DESCRIPTION:The Arts Council of SWLA will hold grant writing workshops acro ss SWLA in preparation for the upcoming Decentralized Arts Funding (DAF) O nline Grant System\, which is funded by the Louisiana Division of the Arts and administered annually by the Arts Council. The workshops will cover t he guidelines and new online applications for the 2018-2019 DAF Grant. Th e new software provides online services that will help to facilitate the g rant application submittal and application review process. The software w ill also allow grant applicants to track the progress of their application online. State funding for the DAF grant is distributed on a per-capita b asis to all 64 parishes and provides organizational and project assistance in the five parish area. Past DAF grant recipients as well as first-time applicants are highly encouraged to attend one of the five workshops in or der to familiarize themselves with the competitive grant process. Copies o f grant guidelines and applications will be available at the workshops. Th ey can also be downloaded online at www.artscouncilswla.org. Eligible app licants for project assistance funding include arts and non-arts non-profi t organizations\, schools\, school boards\, governmental agencies\, colleg es and universities\, and individuals with a fiscal agent. The grant also provides operational support funds for non-profit arts organizations. A ma jor change this year is you are only allowed to apply for one Grant. Gran t-funded activities must take place between October 1\, 2018 and September 30\, 2019. The grant workshops are also designed to offer advice and tip s on writing the grant itself from composing the narrative and building a budget to collecting audience numbers and tracking grant-funded expenses. The workshops are free and open to the public\, and will be held: Mon.\, May 21st at 10am at the Jeff Davis Parish Library (118 W. Plaquemine St.\, Jennings\, LA) Tues.\, May 22nd at 1pm at the Cameron Parish School Board (510 Marshal Street\, Cameron\, LA) Wed.\, May 23rd at 1pm at the Beaureg ard Parish Library (205 S. Washington\, DeRidder\, LA) Thurs.\, May 24th a t 10am at the Allen Parish Library (306 S. 6th Street\, Oberlin\, La) Fri. \, May 25th at 10am at Central School\, Room 108 (809 Kirby St.\, Lake Cha rles\, LA) The deadline to apply for a DAF Grant is Friday\, July 13\, 20 18 at 5p.m.. Each year the Arts Council distributes nearly $200\,000 annu ally to arts initiatives and organizations in SWLA through four annual gra nt programs. For more information on Arts Council grants or services\, vis it www.artscouncilswla.org or call (337) 439-2787. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Arts Council of SWLA will hold grant wr iting workshops across SWLA in preparation for the upcoming Decentralized Arts Funding (DAF) Online Grant System\, which is funded by the Louisiana Division of the Arts and administered annually by the Arts Council. The wo rkshops will cover the guidelines and new online applications for the 2018 -2019 DAF Grant. \;

The new software provides online services that will help to facilitate the grant application submittal and applicati on review process. \; The software will also allow grant applicants to track the progress of their application online. \;

State fund ing for the DAF grant is distributed on a per-capita basis to all 64 paris hes and provides organizational and project assistance in the five parish area. Past DAF grant recipients as well as first-time applicants are highl y encouraged to attend one of the five workshops in order to familiarize t hemselves with the competitive grant process. \;Copies of grant guidel ines and applications will be available at the workshops. They can also be downloaded online at \;www.artscouncilswla.org. \;

Eligible applicants for project assistance funding include arts and non-ar ts non-profit organizations\, schools\, school boards\, governmental agenc ies\, colleges and universities\, and individuals with a fiscal agent. The grant also provides operational support funds for non-profit arts organiz ations. A major change this year is you are only allowed to apply for one Grant. \; Grant-funded activities must take place between \;October 1\, 2018 and September 30\, 2019 . \;

The grant workshops are also designed to offer advice and tips on writing the grant itself from composing the narrative and buildin g a budget to collecting audience numbers and tracking grant-funded expens es. \;

The workshops are free and open to the public\, and wil l be held:

Mon.\, May 21st at 10am \;at the Jeff Davis Parish Library (118 W. Plaquemine St.\, Jennings\, LA)

Tues.\, Ma y 22nd at 1pm \;at the Cameron Parish School Board (510 Marshal Street\, Cameron\, LA)

Wed.\, May 23rd at 1pm \;at the Beauregard Parish Library (205 S. Wash ington\, DeRidder\, LA)

Thurs.\ , May 24th at 10am \;at the Allen Parish Library (306 S. 6th St reet\, Oberlin\, La)

Fri.\, May 25th at 10am \;at Central School\, Room 108 (809 Kirby St.\, L ake Charles\, LA) \;

The deadline to apply for a DAF G rant is \;Friday\, July 13\, 2018 at 5p.m.. \;

Each year the Arts Council distributes nearly $200\,000 annually to arts initiatives and organizations in SWLA through four annual grant programs. For more information on Arts Council grants or services\, visit \;www.artscouncilswla.org \;or call (337) 439-2787.

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CATEGORIES:General UID:20180516T1908020Z-583899-127@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180501 SUMMARY:Healthy Size: Is Your Body Summer Ready? DESCRIPTION:Is Your Body Summer Ready? If not\, Healthy Size can help you! Visit them for a complimentary weigh in and check out their 2 different pr ogram options to help you achieve your weight loss goals. They are locate d at 4080 Nelson Road in Lake Charles\, and 1307 N. Cutting Avenue in Jenn ings. Visit their Facebook page for more information. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Is Your Bod y Summer Ready?

If not\, He althy Size can help you! Visit them for a complimentary weigh in and check out their 2 different program options to help you achieve your weight los s goals. \;

They are lo cated at 4080 Nelson Road in Lake Charles\, and 1307 N. Cutting Avenue in Jennings. \;

Visit \;their Facebook page for more information.

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CATEGORIES:Self Improvement UID:20180516T1920420Z-583899-128@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180612T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180612T200000 SUMMARY:Foster Parent Workshop: Getting Intoxicated in a Millennial World DESCRIPTION:On June 12\, the City of Lake Charles is hosting a free worksho p from 6 to 8 p.m. for foster parents and others interested in learning mo re about child safety and wellbeing. The workshop entitled “Getting Intoxi cated in a Millenial World” will be focused on drug prevention and awarene ss. The program is part of an ongoing series entitled “Linked”\, which is held on the second Tuesday of each month at Church of the King\, 2145 Oak Park Blvd\, Lake Charles. Foster parents can receive one training hour p er workshop. The workshop is open to the public\, and childcare and dinner will be provided. Pre-registration is required. You can register to atten d at www.swlafostercare.com or call (337) 491-8735 for more information. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
On \;~~June 12~~\, the City of Lake Charles i s hosting a free workshop from \;6 to 8 p.m. \;for foster parents and others interested in learning more about child safety and wellbeing. The workshop entitled &ldquo\;Getti ng Intoxicated in a Millenial World&rdquo\; will be focused on drug preven tion and awareness. \;

The program is part of an ongoing series entitled &ldquo\;Linked&rdquo\;\, which is held on the second \;Tuesda y \;of each month at Church of the King\, \;2145 Oak Park Blvd\, Lake Charles. \;

Foster parents can receive one training ho ur per workshop. \;The workshop is open to the public\, and childcare and dinner will be provided. Pre-registration is required. You can registe r to attend at \;www.swlafostercare.com \;or call (337) 491-87 35 for more information.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Church of the King UID:20180517T1849330Z-583899-129@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180614T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180614T150000 SUMMARY:Lake Charles Police Department Fun Day! DESCRIPTION:Join the Lake Charles Police Department for a full day of water \, face painting\, fun jumps\, train rides\, sack & trike races\, animal b alloons\, and a chance to see the K-9 unit\, SWAT vehicle\, patrol boat\, and more! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join the La ke Charles Police Department for a full day of water\, face painting\, fun jumps\, train rides\, sack &\; trike races\, animal balloons\, and a c hance to see the K-9 unit\, SWAT vehicle\, patrol boat\, and more!< /p>
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CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20180517T1856010Z-583899-130@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180609T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180609T151500 SUMMARY:1920s Day at The W.H. Stark House DESCRIPTION:Celebrate 1920s Day at The W.H. Stark House! Have a swell time on June 9 during Art in the Park. No dough needed with free tours of the H ouse from 10 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. “Our historic craft activities are the Be e’s Knees\,” says Jenniffer Hudson Connors\, Curator of Public History for the W.H. Stark House. “Guests are invited to make bow-ties\, and fascinat ors while enjoying mocktails. No giggle-water allowed\, remember\, it was the era when alcoholic drinks were prohibited by law!” “Can you imagine Lutcher Stark as a young man doing the Charleston on the front porch? He d id\,” continued Hudson Connors. “There is a letter in the Stark Foundation Archive from a friend reminiscing about the time he taught her the dance. ” Tours are free and begin every 20 minutes. Call ahead to reserve a tou r at 409-883-0871\, or email dwhatley@starkfoundation.org\, or just drop b y. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
~~~~Celebrate 1920s Day at The W.H. Stark House! Have a swell time on \;June 9~~^\;during Art in the Park. No dough needed with free tours of the House from \;10 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.~~

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&ldqu o\;Our historic craft activities are the Bee&rsquo\;s Knees\,&rdquo\; says Jenniffer Hudson Connors\, Curator of Public History for the W.H. Stark H ouse. &ldquo\;Guests are invited to make bow-ties\, and fascinators while enjoying mocktails. No giggle-water allowed\, remember\, it was the era wh en alcoholic drinks were prohibited by law!&rdquo\;

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&ldquo\;Can you imagine L utcher Stark as a young man doing the Charleston on the front porch? He di d\,&rdquo\; continued Hudson Connors. &ldquo\;There is a letter in the Sta rk Foundation Archive from a friend reminiscing about the time he taught h er the dance.&rdquo\;

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Tours are free and begin every 20 minutes. \;Call a head to reserve a tour at 409-883-0871\, or email \;dwhatley@starkfoundation.org\, or just drop by.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:The W.H. Stark House UID:20180521T1352090Z-583899-131@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180607T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180607T180000 SUMMARY:Oma's Silhouette Portraits by Clay Rice DESCRIPTION:Oma's Classic Children's Clothing is hosting Clay Rice on Thurs day\, June 7th from 3-6PM. Clay Rice is an internationally acclaimed\, m ulti-award winning silhouette artist and children's author. Silhouette cut ting is a Rice family tradition spanning 3 generations and 2 artists. Adva nce booking is required. Click the Ticket URL to reserve your spot/s. Book ONE time slot per child. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0c45abab28a5f f2-clay89 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Oma's Cla ssic Children's Clothing is hosting Clay Rice on \;Thursday\, June 7 th from 3-6PM.

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Clay Rice is an internationally acclaimed\, mult i-award winning silhouette artist and children's author. Silhouette cuttin g is a Rice family tradition spanning 3 generations and 2 artists.< br />
Advance booking is required. Cl ick the Ticket URL to reserve your spot/s. Book ONE time slot per child.&n bsp\;https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0c45abab28a5ff2-clay89

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CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Oma's Classic Children's Clothing UID:20180521T1959210Z-583899-133@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180604T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180604T170000 SUMMARY:Vein Center offers Free Screening DESCRIPTION:The Vein Center of Southwest Louisiana\, under the medical dire ction of cardiologist and peripheral vascular specialist Dr. Carl Fastaben d\, will host a free screening on Monday\, June 4\, from 1 to 5 pm in Lake Charles. The screening is being held at their office\, located at 711 Dr. Michael DeBakey Dr.\, Ste. 100. Refreshments will be served. “Many peop le mistakenly think their leg pain and varicose veins are just normal part of aging\, or a simple cosmetic problem\, but they may be signs of a more serious\, underlying vascular condition\,” says Dr. Carl Fastabend\, who is the only full-time vein specialist in Louisiana. This free vein screen ing will evaluate visible spider and varicose veins\, as well as symptoms individuals may be experiencing in their legs\, including swelling\, pain\ , burning\, itching\, cramping skin changes\, discoloration\, heaviness an d restlessness. Information on recommended treatment options\, if needed\, will also be provided. Call (337) 312-VEIN for more information or to sc hedule your screening appointment. Walk-ins are also welcome. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Vein Center of Southwest Louisiana\, un der the medical direction of cardiologist and peripheral vascular speciali st Dr. Carl Fastabend\, will host a free screening on \;Monday\, June 4\, from \;1 to 5 pm \;in Lake Charles. The screening is bei ng held at their office\, located at \;711 Dr. Michael DeBakey Dr.\, Ste. 100. \;Refreshments will be served. \;

&ldquo\;Many people mistakenly think their leg pain and varicose veins are just normal part of aging\, or a simple cosmetic p roblem\, but they may be signs of a more serious\, underlying vascular con dition\,&rdquo\; says Dr. Carl Fastabend\, who is the only full-time vein specialist in Louisiana. \;

This free vein screening will eval uate visible spider and varicose veins\, as well as symptoms individuals m ay be experiencing in their legs\, including swelling\, pain\, burning\, i tching\, cramping skin changes\, discoloration\, heaviness and restlessnes s. Information on recommended treatment options\, if needed\, will also be provided. \;

Call (337) 312-VEIN for more information or to s chedule your screening appointment. Walk-ins are also welcome.
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:Vein Center UID:20180522T1649350Z-583899-134@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180618T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180618T120000 SUMMARY:The Children's Museum: Science Camp DESCRIPTION:Explore general science\, chemistry\, physics\, and math with T ravis Corbello! This four day camp will cover making ice cream with liquid nitrogen\, building a catapult\, growing bacateria and a river delta\, an d constructing a lava lamp! Registration is $100 for member\, $110 for no n-members. The camp will from from 9:30 a.m. to noon from June 18 through June 21. Call (337) 433-9420 for more information. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Explore general science\, chemistry\, physi cs\, and math with Travis Corbello! This four day camp will cover making i ce cream with liquid nitrogen\, building a catapult\, growing bacateria an d a river delta\, and constructing a lava lamp! \;

Registratio n is $100 for member\, $110 for non-members.

The camp will from fr om 9:30 a.m. to noon from June 18 through June 21.

Call (337) 433- 9420 for more information.

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CATEGORIES:Just for Kids UID:20180522T2042590Z-583899-135@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180630T060000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180630T080000 SUMMARY:Patriot's Ball DESCRIPTION:Mayor Nic Hunter and the City of Lake Charles Mayor’s Armed For ces Commission (MAFC) will host the Twelfth Annual Patriot’s Ball on Satur day\, June 30\, at the Lake Charles Civic Center Contraband Room\, 900 Lak eshore Drive. All citizens are invited to participate in honoring Southwes t Louisiana’s patriots and help kick off the City’s annual Red\, White\, B lue and You festivities. The event begins with a social half-hour at 6 p. m. followed by a program and dinner at 6:30 p.m. During the evening\, Mayo r Nic Hunter and the MAFC will honor four individuals from Southwest Louis iana for their patriotic service to the community: a Civilian Patriot of t he Year\, Emergency Responder Patriot of the Year\, and Military Patriot o f the Year. A Patriot of the Year will also be remembered posthumously. T he Patriot’s Ball and other city events including our annual Veteran’s Day Celebration is sponsored by Johnson's Funeral Home\, Calcasieu Refining\, Acadian Ambulance Services\, and Lu Creager\, Realtor/PCS Team LC (Moffet t\, Latter & Blum). The Tugboats\, a favorite Lake Charles party band\, w ill perform after the presentations for the listening and dancing pleasure of attendees. Miss Armed Forces 2018-2019 will be introduced during the Ball. Miss Armed Forces represents Lake Charles’ Red\, White\, Blue and Yo u and the Mayor’s Armed Forces Commission at events\, festivals\, and fair s across the state to promote patriotism and honor veterans and members of our Armed Forces. The Red\, White\, Blue\, and You Patriot’s Ball is the main annual fundraising event for the MAFC\, which supports area veterans and patriotic projects and activities. Tickets are available for purchas e at the Lake Charles Civic Center Box Office (checks only) or online at w ww.foundationswla.org. For more information\, please call 337-491-9176. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Mayor Nic Hunter and the City of Lake Charl es Mayor&rsquo\;s Armed Forces Commission (MAFC) will host the Twelfth Ann ual Patriot&rsquo\;s Ball on \;Saturd ay\, June 30\, at the Lake Charles Civic Center Contraband Room\,&n bsp\;900 Lakeshore Drive. All citizens are invited to pa rticipate in honoring Southwest Louisiana&rsquo\;s patriots and help kick off the City&rsquo\;s annual Red\, White\, Blue and You festivities. \ ;

The event begins with a social half-hour at \;6 p.m. \;followed by a program and dinner at \;6:30 p.m. \;During the evening\, Mayor Nic Hunter and the MAFC will honor four individuals from S outhwest Louisiana for their patriotic service to the community: a Civilia n Patriot of the Year\, Emergency Responder Patriot of the Year\, and Mili tary Patriot of the Year. A Patriot of the Year will also be remembered po sthumously. \;

The Patriot&rsquo\;s Ball and other city events including our annual Veteran&rsquo\;s Day Celebration is sponsored by Joh nson's Funeral Home\, Calcasieu Refining\, Acadian Ambulance Services\, an d Lu Creager\, Realtor/PCS Team LC (Moffett\, Latter &\; Blum). \;< /p>
The Tugboats\, a favorite Lake Charles party band\, will perform a fter the presentations for the listening and dancing pleasure of attendees . \;

Miss Armed Forces 2018-2019 will be introduced during the Ball. Miss Armed Forces represents Lake Charles&rsquo\; Red\, White\, Blu e and You and the Mayor&rsquo\;s Armed Forces Commission at events\, festi vals\, and fairs across the state to promote patriotism and honor veterans and members of our Armed Forces. \;

The Red\, White\, Blue\, and You Patriot&rsquo\;s Ball is the main annual fundraising event for the MAFC\, which supports area veterans and patriotic projects and activities . \;

Tickets are available for purchase at the Lake Charles Ci vic Center Box Office (checks only) or online at \;www.foundationswla. org. For more information\, please call 337-491-9176.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment UID:20180523T1441560Z-583899-136@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180531T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180531T120000 SUMMARY:Federal Negotiated Procurement - Part 1 DESCRIPTION:This is the first part of a two park workshop for businesses wh o want to work with the Government. Topics to be covered include negotiat ed procurement basics\, request for proposals\, matrix requirements\, plan ning strategies\, and more. Click here to register online For more inform ation\, contact Roy Paul at 433-3632. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This is the first part of a two park worksh op for businesses who want to work with the Government. \;

Top ics to be covered include negotiated procurement basics\, request for prop osals\, matrix requirements\, planning strategies\, and more. \;

Click here to register online

For more informat ion\, contact Roy Paul at 433-3632.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20180524T1514110Z-583899-137@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180602T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180602T120000 SUMMARY:Spring Into Health DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles is teaming up with Healthy Blue to hos t the inaugural “Spring into Health” event at the Lake Charles Civic Cente r Amphitheatre on Saturday\, June 2. This family-friendly community event will feature a health and wellness 5k run/walk. Additionally\, blood press ure and health screenings will be provided\, and health education informat ion will be distributed. Screenings will begin at 8 a.m.\, with warmup act ivities scheduled for 8:30. The run/walk will begin promptly at 9. The eve nt is free and open to the public. For more information\, please contact E mily Ashworth\, RN\, BSN\, City of Lake Charles Wellness Coordinator\, at 491-1378. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles is teaming up with Healthy Blue to host the inaugural &ldquo\;Spring into Health&rdquo\; eve nt at the Lake Charles Civic Center Amphitheatre on \;Saturday\, June 2.

This family-friendly co mmunity event will feature a health and wellness 5k run/walk. Additionally \, blood pressure and health screenings will be provided\, and health educ ation information will be distributed. Screenings will begin at \;8 a.m.\, with warmup activities schedu led for \;8:30. The run/walk w ill begin promptly at 9. The event is free and open to the public.

For more information\, please contact Emily Ashworth\, RN\, BSN\, City of Lake Charles Wellness Coordinator\, at 491-1378.
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20180525T1419540Z-583899-138@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180601T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180601T200000 SUMMARY:Documenting the Cane River Creole Legacy DESCRIPTION:The Lake Charles Black Heritage Art Gallery will host a new exh ibit beginning June 1\, titled “Documenting the Cane River Creole Legacy” featuring art by Gilbert D. Fletcher. The exhibit will begin with a recep tion open to the public Friday\, June 1 from 6 – 8 p.m. The free event wil l feature a book signing\, entertainment\, and refreshments. This travelin g exhibit from the Creole Heritage Center at Northwestern State University will be on display until July 31. The Black Heritage Gallery is located i nside Central School Arts & Humanities Center at 809 Kirby Street in Lake Charles\, La. Gallery hours are Monday – Friday\, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Gilbert D. Fletcher is a native of New Orleans\, received his B.A. from Dillard U niversity\, his M.A. in Art & Design from Pratt Institute\, and now reside s in Bronx\, New York. Fletcher has exhibited his art widely across the co untry in such venues as the Delgado Community College\, the New Orleans Mu seum of Art\, The SoFA Gallery at Indiana University\, and The Museum of A frican American Art in both Ohio and Boston. Also\, his work has been exhi bited internationally as part of the NCA Exhibition at Kwame Nkrumah Unive rsity of Technology & Science located in Kumasi\, Ghana as well as the Ame rican Painters Exhibit in Paris\, France. For more information\, visit the gallery’s website bhflc.org or call (337) 488-0567. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Lake Charles Black Heritage Art Gallery will host a new exhibit beginning \; June 1\, titled &ldquo\;Documenting the Cane River Creole Legacy&rd quo\; featuring art by Gilbert D. Fletcher. \;

The exhibit wil l begin with a reception open to the public \;Friday\, June 1 from 6 &ndash\; 8 p.m. \;The free even t will feature a book signing\, entertainment\, and refreshments. This tra veling exhibit from the Creole Heritage Center at Northwestern State Unive rsity will be on display until \;July 31. The Black Heritage Gallery is located inside Central School Ar ts &\; Humanities Center at \;809 Kirby Street \ ;in Lake Charles\, La. Gallery hours are \;Monday \;&ndash\; \; Friday\, \;9 a.m. &ndash\; 5 p .m. \;

Gilbert D. Fletcher is a native of New Orleans\, received his B.A. from Dillard University\, his M.A. in Art &\; Design from Pratt Institute\, and now resides in Bronx\, New York. Fletcher has exhibited his art widely across the country in such venues as the Delgado Community College\, the New Orleans Museum of Art\, The SoFA Gallery at In diana University\, and The Museum of African American Art in both Ohio and Boston. Also\, his work has been exhibited internationally as part of the NCA Exhibition at Kwame Nkrumah University of Technology &\; Science l ocated in Kumasi\, Ghana as well as the American Painters Exhibit in Paris \, France.

For more information\, visit the gallery&rsquo\;s websi te \;bhflc.org \;or call (337) 488-0567.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Central School Arts & Humanities Center UID:20180525T1447130Z-583899-139@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180818T050000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180818T080000 SUMMARY:9th Annual Arts & Crabs DESCRIPTION:Arts & Crabs 2018 tickets are now available\, and tickets are p riced at $40. Presented annually by the Arts & Humanities Council and the SWLA Convention & Visitors Bureau\, this signature culinary event will ta ke place on Saturday\, August 18\, 5 p.m.- 8 p.m.\, at the Burton Coliseum . Arts & Crabs is a homegrown event celebration that ties between seafood and culture – our region’s greatest national assets. Eventgoers sample fr om an extensive crab and seafood dish tasting\, featuring local chefs prep aring a unique dish representative of their cuisine’s styles. Louisiana cr aft beer samples from Crying Eagle Brewing are offered as complementary pa irings. Participating chefs battle for guests’ votes in the annual “Best Crab Dish” award\, determined by popular vote.   Tickets are available at www.eventbrite.com (search “Arts & Crabs 2018”)\, and credit card purchase s are accepted at the Arts Council office in Central School at 809 Kirby S treet\, Monday through Friday\, 9am-5pm. Area chefs are also invited to s howcase the diversity of Louisiana’s shellfish industry through the presen tation of any seafood dish. Chefs interested in participating should cont act laurenm@artscouncilswla.org. A stipend is offered toward the cost of i ngredients and/or supplies\, and either the chef or a representative from the restaurant must be present during the event. Funds raised at Arts & C rabs are reinvested back into the SWLA community through the Arts Council’ s year-round services and events. For details\, visitwww.artscouncilswla.o rg or call (337) 439-2787. Arts & Crabs is sponsored by the Arts Council of SWLA\, Lake Charles/SWLA Convention & Visitors Bureau\, Deep South Prod uctions\, Burton Complex\, Big Easy Foods\, Crying Eagle Brewing\, Crescen t Crown\, Volkswagen of Lake Charles\, Automotive Alignment & Brake Servic e\, Coca-Cola\, CSE Credit Union\, Dr. Uzma Porche\, First Federal Bank of Louisiana\, Image 360 Lake Charles\, Knight Media Printing\, KPLC\, Nick Reina State Farm\, L’Auberge Lake Charles\, Stine Lumber\, Louisiana Lotte ry\, Parker Brand Creative Services\, and the Louisiana Division of the Ar ts. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Arts &\; Crabs 2018 tickets are now available\, and tickets are pr iced at $40. \;

Presented annually by the Arts &\; Humanities Council and the SWLA Co nvention &\; Visitors Bureau\, this signature culinary event will take place on Saturday\, August 18\, 5 p.m.- 8 p.m.\, at the Burton Coliseum.&n bsp\;

Arts &\; Crabs is a homegrown event celebration that ties between seafood and cultu re &ndash\; our region&rsquo\;s greatest national assets. Eventgoers sampl e from an extensive crab and seafood dish tasting\, featuring local chefs preparing a unique dish representative of their cuisine&rsquo\;s styles. L ouisiana craft beer samples from Crying Eagle Brewing are offered as compl ementary pairings. \;

Participating chefs battle for guests&rsquo\; votes in the annual &ldquo\;Best Crab Dish&rdquo\; award\, determined by popular vote. \;& nbsp\;

Tickets are available at \;www.eventbrite.com \;(search &ldquo\;A rts &\; Crabs 2018&rdquo\;)\, and credit card purchases are accepted at the Arts Council office in Central School at 809 Kirby Street\, \; Monday \;through \;Friday\, \;< span class='aBn' tabindex='0' data-term='goog_1561440233'>9am-5pm. \;

Area chefs are also invited to showcase the diversity of Lou isiana&rsquo\;s shellfish industry through the presentation of any seafood dish. \;

Chef s interested in participating should contact \;laurenm@artscouncilswla.org. A s tipend is offered \;toward the cost of ingredients and/or supplies\, a nd either the chef or a representative from the restaurant must be present during the event. \;

Funds raised at Arts &\; Crabs are reinvested back into the SWL A community through the Arts Council&rsquo\;s year-round services and even ts. For details\, visitwww.artscouncilswla.org \ ;or call (337) 439-2787. \;

Arts &\; Crabs is sponsored by the Arts Council of SWLA\, Lake Charles/SWLA Convention &\; Visitors Bureau\, Deep South Producti ons\, Burton Complex\, Big Easy Foods\, Crying Eagle Brewing\, Crescent Cr own\, Volkswagen of Lake Charles\, Automotive Alignment &\; Brake Servi ce\, Coca-Cola\, CSE Credit Union\, Dr. Uzma Porche\, First Federal Bank o f Louisiana\, Image 360 Lake Charles\, Knight Media Printing\, KPLC\, Nick Reina State Farm\, L&rsquo\;Auberge Lake Charles\, Stine Lumber\, Louisia na Lottery\, Parker Brand Creative Services\, and the Louisiana Division o f the Arts.
CATEGORIES:Family Activity LOCATION:Burton Coliseum UID:20180702T1559230Z-583899-140@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180602T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180602T140000 SUMMARY:Home Buyer Workshop DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, June 2\, the City of Lake Charles in conjunction with the Louisiana Housing Corporation (LHC) is planning a home buyer work shop and community fair at the Lake Charles Civic Center\, 900 Lakeshore D rive. The event is scheduled to last from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event is a part of a month-long celebration across the state. LHC is hosting these e vents to inform potential homebuyers about resources that can help make ow ning a home a reality. “We hope our residents can take advantage of this o pportunity to meet one-on-one with home buying experts in the community an d get their questions answered\,” said Jackie Higginbotham\, City of Lake Charles. The Home Buyer workshop will address various relevant topics\, an d the speakers will include: Rhonda Gaspard (Flavin Realty)\, Linda Washam (Lake Area Appraisal Firm)\, Tricia Mire (Standard Mortgage)\, Sue Cutcha ll (Sabine State Bank)\, Daisy LaGrue (Hancock Whitney)\, Courtney Peveto (Fidelity/NOLA Lending)\, Britt LeBlanc (Bayou Title)\, and Jackie Higginb otham (City)\, among others. Finally\, the event will feature booths and opportunities for one-on-one discussions with LHC representatives\, banks\ , realty groups\, and purchasing agents. For more information\, visit lhc. la.gov or call Mary Antoon at (888) 454-2001. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
On \;S aturday\, June 2\, the City of Lake Charles in conjunction with the Louisiana Housing Corporation (LHC) is planning a home buyer workshop and community fair at the Lake Charles Civic Center\, \;900 Lakeshore Drive. The event is scheduled to last from \;10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The event is a par t of a month-long celebration across the state. LHC is hosting these event s to inform potential homebuyers about resources that can help make owning a home a reality.

&ldquo\;We hope our residents can take advantag e of this opportunity to meet one-on-one with home buying experts in the c ommunity and get their questions answered\,&rdquo\; said Jackie Higginboth am\, City of Lake Charles.

The Home Buyer workshop will address va rious relevant topics\, and the speakers will include: Rhonda Gaspard (Fla vin Realty)\, Linda Washam (Lake Area Appraisal Firm)\, Tricia Mire (Stand ard Mortgage)\, Sue Cutchall (Sabine State Bank)\, Daisy LaGrue (Hancock W hitney)\, Courtney Peveto (Fidelity/NOLA Lending)\, Britt LeBlanc (Bayou T itle)\, and Jackie Higginbotham (City)\, among others. \;

Fina lly\, the event will feature booths and opportunities for one-on-one discu ssions with LHC representatives\, banks\, realty groups\, and purchasing a gents.

For more information\, visit \;lhc.la.gov \;or call Mary Antoon at (888 ) 454-2001.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20180525T1810550Z-583899-141@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180601 SUMMARY:Vinyassa Yoga at International Dance! DESCRIPTION:Beginning June 1\, International Dance Company will be adding c lasses in Vinyassa Yoga and to visit our website for the schedule at www.i nternationaldanceus.com X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Beginning June 1\, International Dance Comp any will be adding classes in Vinyassa Yoga and to visit our website for t he schedule at \;www.internationaldanceus. com
CATEGORIES:Sports LOCATION:International Dance UID:20180604T1354210Z-583899-142@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180614T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180614T123000 SUMMARY:West Cal Chamber Monthly Meeting DESCRIPTION:June Monthly Business Luncheon Date: Thursday\, June 14\, 2018 Time: 12-1pm Doors Open @ 11:30am **Location: West Cal Events Center** ... Sulphur\, La **Guest Speaker** William A. Sommers Director Calcasieu Pa rish Police Jury Office of Juvenile Justice Services **Please RSVP for planning purposes by emailing the West Cal Chamber office at stacie@westc al.org X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
June Monthly Business Luncheon
Date: \;< span class='aQJ'>Thursday\, June 14\, 2018

Time: \;12-1pm

Doors Open @ \;11:30am

**Location: West Cal Events Center** ...
< div>Sulphur\, La

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**Guest Speaker**

William A. Sommers

Director Calcasieu Parish Police Jury< /div>
Office of Juvenile Justice Services

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**Please RSVP for planning purposes by emailing the West Cal Chamber office at \;stacie@westcal.org

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CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:West Cal Events Center UID:20180604T1500420Z-583899-143@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180601 SUMMARY:National CPR & AED Awareness Week DESCRIPTION:National CPR and AED Awareness Week – June 1– 7\, 2018 – aims t o raise awareness and increase the number of people who perform CPR in car diac arrest emergencies. Each year\, more than 350\,000 out-of-hospital ca rdiac arrests occur in the United States. About 90 percent of people who s uffer out-of-hospital cardiac arrests die. That’s why this year\, the Amer ican Heart Association (AHA) – the world’s leading voluntary organization dedicated to building healthier lives\, free of cardiovascular diseases an d stroke – is highlighting the importance of bystander CPR. When a person has a cardiac arrest\, survival depends on immediately receiving CPR from someone nearby. According to the American Heart Association\, about 90 pe rcent of people who suffer out-of-hospital cardiac arrests die. CPR\, espe cially if performed immediately\, can double or triple a cardiac arrest vi ctim’s chance of survival. Only about 46 percent of people who experience an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest receive the immediate help that they ne ed before professional help arrives. Many Americans don’t perform CPR beca use they don’t know what to do or they are afraid of hurting the person. T o help increase the likelihood of people performing CPR in an emergency\, the Association recommends Hands-Only CPR\, which has two easy steps. Ste p 1: Call 911. Step 2: Push hard and fast in the center of the chest until help arrives. Additional Resources: Take 90 seconds to learn how to save a life at www.heart.org/HandsOnlyCPR Download free materials to help cele brate CPR and AED Awareness Week at www.heart.org/CPRWeek X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
National CPR and AED Awareness Wee k \;&ndash\; \;June 1&ndash\ ; 7\, 2018 \;&ndash\; aims to raise awareness and increase the number of people who perform CPR in cardiac arrest emergencies. Each year\ , more than 350\,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests occur in the United S tates. About 90 percent of people who suffer out-of-hospital cardiac arres ts die. That&rsquo\;s why this year\, the American Heart Association (AHA) &ndash\; \;the world&rsquo\;s leading voluntary organization dedicate d to building healthier lives\, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke \;&ndash\; \;is highlighting the importance of bystander CPR.&nbs p\;

When a person has a cardiac arrest\, survival depends on immed iately receiving CPR from someone nearby. According to the American Heart Association\, about 90 percent of people who suffer out-of-hospital cardia c arrests die. CPR\, especially if performed immediately\, can double or t riple a cardiac arrest victim&rsquo\;s chance of survival. \;

Only about 46 percent of people who experience an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest receive the immediate help that they need before professional help arrives. Many Americans don&rsquo\;t perform CPR because they don&rsquo\;t know what to do or they are afraid of hurting the person. To help increas e the likelihood of people performing CPR in an emergency\, the Associatio n recommends Hands-Only CPR\, which has two easy steps. \;

Ste p 1: Call 911.

Step 2: Push hard and fast in the center of the che st until help arrives. \;

Additional Resources:

Take 90 seconds to learn how to save a life at&n bsp\;www.heart.org/HandsOnlyCPR

Download free materials to help celebrate CPR and AED Awarene ss Week at \;www.heart.org/CPRWeek
CATEGORIES:Education UID:20180604T1515060Z-583899-144@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180606T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180606T140000 SUMMARY:Stopping the Summer Slide DESCRIPTION:Summer is the perfect time for students of all ages to relax\, but it’s also a time when summer learning loss can occur. This learning lo ss is called the “summer slide\,” and happens when children do not engage in educational activities during the summer months. This training will pro vide you with strategies and fun activities you can do over the summertime to help prevent the summer slide. Co- Sponsor: Families Helping Families of Southwest Louisiana Audience: Parents\, Caregivers\, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students. Click here to RSVP X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Summer is the perfect time for students of all ages to relax\, but it&rsquo\;s a lso a time when summer learning loss can occur. This learning loss is call ed the &ldquo\;summer slide\,&rdquo\; and happens when children do not eng age in educational activities during the summer months. This training will provide you with strategies and fun activities you can do over the summer time to help prevent the summer slide. Co- Sponsor: Families Helping Families of Southwest Louisiana Audience: Parents\, Careg ivers\, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students.< /div>
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Click here to RSVP

CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Families Helping Families UID:20180604T1600030Z-583899-145@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180612T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180612T123000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families: Getting & Keeping Your First Job DESCRIPTION:The goal of this training is to help families\, caregivers\, an d professionals understand the realities of today’s work world so they can help youth with disabilities earn competitive employment. Participants wi ll learn the importance of disability self-awareness\, how families can he lp youth with career planning\, and strategies to navigate resumes\, job i nterviews\, and job accommodations. Co- Sponsor: Families Helping Families of Southwest La. Audience: Parents\, Caregivers\, and Professionals of Sc hool-Aged Children/Students. Click here to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The goal of this training is to help famili es\, caregivers\, and professionals understand the realities of today&rsqu o\;s work world so they can help youth with disabilities earn competitive employment. Participants will learn the importance of disability self-awar eness\, how families can help youth with career planning\, and strategies to navigate resumes\, job interviews\, and job accommodations. Co- Sponsor: Families Helping Families of Southwest La. Audienc e: Parents\, Caregivers\, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Studen ts.

Click here to register.
CATEGORIES:Education UID:20180604T1606460Z-583899-146@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180619T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180619T193000 SUMMARY:National Pollinator Week at Tuten Park RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;COUNT=3 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20180620T180000 DESCRIPTION:The third week of June is National Pollinator Week\, and Tuten Park will celebrate pollinators with two planned talks—Plant for Pollinato rs and Garden for Butterflies. Each event will include a tour of our Polli nator Garden which is home to many native flowers and a short indoor prese ntation. Please register online (bit.ly/TutenEd) or in person (491-8770 or irvin.louque@cityoflc.us) if you plan to attend. The Plant for Pollinato rs talk will focus on native bees and how everyone can plant flowers to en joy and help pollinators. A third of our food is directly impacted by pol linators\, including many native bee species. This talk will take place o n Tuesday\, June 19 from 6 to 7:30 PM at Tuten Park.   Garden for Butterfl ies will focus on the plants anyone can grow in their garden that will att ract and benefit our local butterflies. Common species of butterflies and the plants that sustain them will be highlighted. Our pollinator garden provides host plants for three common species of butterflies\, and each ye ar we’re adding to the diversity to attract more species. This talk will take place on Thursday\, June 21 from 6 to 7:30 PM. Tuten Park was establ ished to provide a refuge for native flowers and the animals that depend o n them. The Pollinator Garden\, Rain Garden\, and many community-maintain ed raised beds provide many types of native flowers that bees\, butterflie s\, hummingbirds\, and other pollinators depend on. Come out to the two N ational Pollinator Week talks to learn more about the park and its efforts to benefit local pollinators. To learn more about National Pollinator Wee k visit http://pollinator.org/pollinator-week. You can find out more info rmation about the park at the Tuten Park website: www.cityoflakecharles.co m/tutenpark. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The third week of June is National Pollinat or Week\, and Tuten Park will celebrate pollinators with two planned talks &mdash\;Plant for Pollinators and Garden for Butterflies. Each event will include a tour of our Pollinator Garden which is home to many native flowe rs and a short indoor presentation. Please register online (bit.ly/TutenEd) or in perso n (491-8770 or \;irvin.louqu e@cityoflc.us) if you plan to attend. \;

The Plant for Pol linators talk will focus on native bees and how everyone can plant flowers to enjoy and help pollinators. \; A third of our food is directly imp acted by pollinators\, including many native bee species. \; This talk will take place on \;Tuesday\, June 19 from 6 to 7:30 PM \;at Tuten Park. \; \;

Ga rden for Butterflies will focus on the plants anyone can grow in their gar den that will attract and benefit our local butterflies. \; Common spe cies of butterflies and the plants that sustain them will be highlighted.& nbsp\; Our pollinator garden provides host plants for three common species of butterflies\, and each year we&rsquo\;re adding to the diversity to at tract more species. \; This talk will take place on \;Thursday\, June 21 from 6 to 7:30 PM. \;< /p>
Tuten Park was established to provide a refuge for native flowers and the animals that depend on them. \; The Pollinator Garden\, Rain G arden\, and many community-maintained raised beds provide many types of na tive flowers that bees\, butterflies\, hummingbirds\, and other pollinator s depend on. \; Come out to the two National Pollinator Week talks to learn more about the park and its efforts to benefit local pollinators. To learn more about National Pollinator Week visit \;http ://pollinator.org/pollinator-week. \;

You can find out mor e information about the park at the Tuten Park website: \;www.cityoflakecharles.com/tutenpark. \;

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CATEGORIES:Outdoors LOCATION:Tuten Park UID:20180604T1949150Z-583899-147@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180604T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180604T150000 SUMMARY:Men's Health Month DESCRIPTION:June is Men's Health Month. Healthy Size isn't just for women. Men can benefit from all of their weight loss options. Visit either their Lake Charles office (4080 Nelson Road) or Jennings (1307 N. Cutting Avenue )\, or give them a call for simple steps to improve your health. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
June is Men's Health Month. Healthy Size is n't just for women. Men can benefit from all of their weight loss options. Visit either their Lake Charles office (4080 Nelson Road) or Jennings (13 07 N. Cutting Avenue)\, or give them a call for simple steps to improve yo ur health.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20180604T1952530Z-583899-148@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180616 SUMMARY:Cowboys of Color DESCRIPTION:The Stark Museum of Art will open two special exhibitions featu ring cowboy subjects on Saturday\, June 16\, 2018. The exhibitions Portrai ts from Cowboys of Color:  Photographs by Don Russelland Cowboy Legends an d Life will present differing\, although complimentary\, aspects of the co wboy tradition in art.  Both exhibitions will be on view through September 29\, 2018.   Portraits from Cowboys of Color:  Photographs by Don Russe llhighlights the modern African American rodeo cowboy.  It features portra its of contemporary cowboys and cowgirls who ride and rope in Cowboys of C olor rodeos.  The works reveal a tradition of black cowboy culture often o verlooked in western history and art.  Photographer Don Russell made the w orks over a two-year period and also published a book on the subject.  The portraits are recent gifts to the Stark Museum of Art.   Stark Museum o f Art is located at 712 Green Avenue in Orange\, Texas\, and is open Tuesd ay - Saturday\, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. For more information\, visit starkmu seum.org. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html: < tbody>

The Stark Museum of Art will open two special exhibitions featuring cowboy subjects on \;Saturday\, June 16\, 2018. The exhibitions \ ;Portraits from Cowboys of Color: \; \;Photographs by Don Russella nd \;Cowboy Legends and Life \;will present differing\, although c omplimentary\, aspects of the cowboy tradition in art. \; \;Both e xhibitions will be on view through \;September 29\, 2018. \; \;

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Portraits from Cowboys of Color: \; \;Photographs by Don Russellhighlights the modern Afr ican American rodeo cowboy. \; \;It features portraits of contempo rary cowboys and cowgirls who ride and rope in Cowboys of Color rodeos.&nb sp\; \;The works reveal a tradition of black cowboy culture often over looked in western history and art. \; \;Photographer Don Russell m ade the works over a two-year period and also published a book on the subj ect. \; \;The portraits are recent gifts to the Stark Museum of Ar t. \; \;

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Stark Museum of Ar t is located at \;712 Green Avenue \;in Orange\, Te xas\, and is open \;Tuesday \;- Saturday\, \; 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. \;For more information\, \; visit \;starkmuseum.org.

CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Stark Museum of Art UID:20180604T2150490Z-583899-149@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180608T084500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180608T154500 SUMMARY:EXCEL Conference for Youth DESCRIPTION:The Leadership Center\, a division of Family & Youth is hosting the EXCEL Conference entitled Investing in Your Future. On Friday\, June 8\, from 8:45 am to 3:30 pm\, youth can attend sessions focused on topics such as: scholarship opportunities\, financial literacy\, tips on how to b uild an impressive resume\, and higher education readiness\; among other t opics that will help them kick-start their future after high school. This event will be held at the SEED Center. TLC provides guidance\, leadership development\, career exploration\, and civic engagement opportunities to f acilitate the youth’s success and involvement in the community. For more i nformation about Family & Youth visit www.fyca.org or call (337) 436-9533. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Leadership Center\, a division of Famil y &\; Youth is hosting the EXCEL Conference entitled Investing in Your Future. On Friday\, June 8\, from 8:45 am to 3:30 pm\, youth can attend se ssions focused on topics such as: scholarship opportunities\, financial li teracy\, tips on how to build an impressive resume\, and higher education readiness\; among other topics that will help them kick-start their future after high school. This event will be held at the SEED Center. TLC provid es guidance\, leadership development\, career exploration\, and civic enga gement opportunities to facilitate the youth&rsquo\;s success and involvem ent in the community.

For more information about Family &\; You th visit \;www.fyca.org \;o r \;call (337) 436-9533.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20180605T1554330Z-583899-150@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180605 SUMMARY:Little Theater Tickets - Now on sale! DESCRIPTION:Tickets for the 92nd Season of LCLT are now on sale! Purchase your tickets on-line with this link. A separate email will follow that has a printable membership form\, or you can pick up a form at the theatre \, or await the arrival of membership forms by mail (going out in July). The Mountain Top -  Aug 24 - Sep 12 Marvin's Room -  Oct 12 - Oct 31 Win ter Wonderettes - Nov 23 - Dec 12 Forever Plaid - Feb 08 - Feb 27 Bye Bye Birdie - Apr 12 - May 01 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Tickets for the \;92nd Season of LCLT \;are now on sale !

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Purchase your tickets on-line with this link.

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A separate email will follow that has a printable membership form\, or you can pick up a fo rm at the theatre\, or await the arrival of membership forms by mail (goin g out in July). \;

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The Mountain Top - \ ; \;Aug 24 - Sep 12

Marvin' s Room - \; \;Oct 12 - Oct 31
Winter Wonderettes \; - \;Nov 23 - Dec 12

Forever Plaid - \;Feb 08 - Feb 27

Bye Bye Birdie \;- \;< span class='aBn' tabindex='0' data-term='goog_1231836115'>Apr 12 - May 01
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lake Charles Little Theater UID:20180605T2058170Z-583899-151@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180609T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180609T140000 SUMMARY:Basics of Small Business Planning DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, June 9\, the Small Business Summit will hold a wo rkshop on the basics of small business planning for new business owners an d those thinking of starting a business. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. The session will run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Allen P. August Multi-Pu rpose Annex\, located at 2000 Moeling St. in Lake Charles. The community i s invited to this free event\; please pre-register at www.lcnra.com. Pres enters include local business owners Sylvia Simien and Anthony Graham\; Je rry W. Jones\, Director of Economic Development\, St. John the Baptist Par ish\; Debra Lewis\, Assistant Vice-President\, First Federal Bank of Louis iana\; and Adrian Wallace\, Director of the SEED Center Incubator.   Plann ers and sponsors of the Small Business Summit series include the LCNRA\, C alcasieu Parish Police Jury\, SOWELA Technical Community College\, LSBDC-M SU\, The SEED Center Incubator\, Hancock Whitney Bank\, The Design Lab and local entrepreneurs. Through the Small Business Summit\, the Lake Charle s North Redevelopment Authority (LCNRA) partners with others to encourage a spirit of entrepreneurship in the district. The Summit’s current priorit ies are small business training series and youth entrepreneurship initiati ves. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
On \; Saturday\, June 9\, the Small Business Summit will hold a workshop on the basics of small business planning for new business owners and those thinking of starting a business. \;Registration begins at \;8:30 a.m. \;The session will run f rom 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Allen P. August Multi-Purpose Annex\, located at \;2000 Moeling St. in Lake Charles. \;The communi ty is invited to this free event\; please pre-register at \;www.lcnra.com. \;

Presenters include local business owners Sylvia Simien and Anthony G raham\; Jerry W. Jones\, Director of Economic Development\, St. John the B aptist Parish\; Debra Lewis\, Assistant Vice-President\, First Federal Ban k of Louisiana\; and Adrian Wallace\, Director of the SEED Center Incubato r. \; \;

Planners and sponsors of the Small Business Summi t series include the LCNRA\, Calcasieu Parish Police Jury\, SOWELA Technic al Community College\, LSBDC-MSU\, The SEED Center Incubator\, Hancock Whi tney Bank\, The Design Lab and local entrepreneurs. \;

Through the Small Business Summit\, the Lake Charles North Redevelopment Authorit y (LCNRA) partners with others to encourage a spirit of entrepreneurship i n the district. The Summit&rsquo\;s current priorities are small business training series and youth entrepreneurship initiatives.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Allen P. August Multi-Purpose Annex UID:20180607T1524220Z-583899-152@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180609T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180609T140000 SUMMARY:Get Outdoors Day! DESCRIPTION:National Get Outdoors Day is an annual event to encourage healt hy\, active outdoor fun. Jumping into the spirit of National Get Outdoors Day\, Creole Nature Trail Adventure Point\, 2740 Ruth St.\, is hosting a s pecial celebration on Saturday\, June 9\, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. “The idea behind National Get Outdoors Day is to encourage everyone\, especially ki ds and families to take advantage of outdoor adventures to have fun and be healthy. That’s what the Creole Nature Trail is all about\, and Creole Na ture Trail Adventure Point is the perfect launching pad for everyone to le arn about the great outdoors before experiencing it for themselves\,” said Shanna Landry\, director of administration & satellite office of the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention & Visitors Bureau (LC/SWLA CVB). Creole Nature Trail Adventure Point includes interactive exhibits featurin g the outdoors\, culture\, cuisine and music of Southwest Louisiana. The f ree event and day celebration will include baby alligators\, displays from Friends of the Southwest Louisiana National Wildlife Refuges & Wetlands\, photos with Gumbeaux Gator who will be celebrating his 40th birthday\, co loring books and more. Also on display will be the top 25 entries of the “explore nature” art contest. This new art contest was open to all K-8th-g rade students in Calcasieu and Cameron parishes to encourage outdoor fun. The Creole Nature Trail is a 180-mile drive which winds through the area’ s prairies and marshes\, and the attractions along the way include wildlif e refuges\, walking trails\, Gulf beaches\, and opportunities for viewing alligators\, birds\, and wildlife in their natural habitat. Regular hours of operation are Monday-Friday\, 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Saturday and Sund ay\, 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. For more information\, log onto www.adventurepoint .info. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
National Get Outdoors Day is an annual even t to encourage healthy\, active outdoor fun. Jumping into the spirit of Na tional Get Outdoors Day\, Creole Nature Trail Adventure Point\, \;2740 Ruth St.\, is hosting a special celebration on \;Saturday\, June 9\, from \;10 a.m. &ndash\; 2 p.m. \;

&ldqu o\;The idea behind National Get Outdoors Day is to encourage everyone\, es pecially kids and families to take advantage of outdoor adventures to have fun and be healthy. That&rsquo\;s what the Creole Nature Trail is all abo ut\, and Creole Nature Trail Adventure Point is the perfect launching pad for everyone to learn about the great outdoors before experiencing it for themselves\,&rdquo\; said Shanna Landry\, director of administration &\ ; satellite office of the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention & \; Visitors Bureau (LC/SWLA CVB). \;

Creole Nature Trail Adven ture Point includes interactive exhibits featuring the outdoors\, culture\ , cuisine and music of Southwest Louisiana. The free event and day celebra tion will include baby alligators\, displays from Friends of the Southwest Louisiana National Wildlife Refuges &\; Wetlands\, photos with Gumbeau x Gator who will be celebrating his 40th birthday\, coloring books and mor e. \;

Also on display will be the top 25 entries of the &ldquo \;explore nature&rdquo\; art contest. This new art contest was open to all K-8th-grade students in Calcasieu and Cameron parishes to encourage outdo or fun. \;

The Creole Nature Trail is a 180-mile drive which w inds through the area&rsquo\;s prairies and marshes\, and the attractions along the way include wildlife refuges\, walking trails\, Gulf beaches\, a nd opportunities for viewing alligators\, birds\, and wildlife in their na tural habitat. \;

Regular hours of operation are Monday-Friday\, \;8:30 a.m. &ndash\; 5 p.m. \;and Saturday and \;~~Sunday\, \;8:30 a.m. \;&ndash\; \;4 p.m. \;For more information\, log onto \;ww w.adventurepoint.info.~~
CATEGORIES:Outdoors LOCATION:Creole Nature Trail UID:20180608T1425470Z-583899-153@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180630T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180630T210000 SUMMARY:Twelfth 12th Annual Patriot's Ball DESCRIPTION:Mayor Nic Hunter and the City of Lake Charles Mayor’s Armed For ces Commission (MAFC) will host the Twelfth Annual Patriot’s Ball on Satur day\, June 30\, at the Lake Charles Civic Center Contraband Room\, 900 Lak eshore Drive. All citizens are invited to participate in honoring Southwes t Louisiana’s patriots and help kick off the City’s annual Red\, White\, B lue and You festivities. The event begins with a social half-hour at 6 p. m. followed by a program and dinner at 6:30 p.m. During the evening\, Mayo r Nic Hunter and the MAFC will honor four individuals from Southwest Louis iana for their patriotic service to the community: a Civilian Patriot of t he Year\, Emergency Responder Patriot of the Year\, and Military Patriot o f the Year. A Patriot of the Year will also be remembered posthumously. T he Patriot’s Ball and other city events including our annual Veteran’s Day Celebration is sponsored by Johnson's Funeral Home\, Calcasieu Refining\, Acadian Ambulance Services\, Stine Lumber\, and Lu Creager\, Realtor/PCS Team LC (Moffett\, Latter & Blum). The Tugboats\, a favorite La ke Charles party band\, will perform after the presentations for the liste ning and dancing pleasure of attendees. Miss Armed Forces 2018-2019 will be introduced during the Ball. Miss Armed Forces represents Lake Charles’ Red\, White\, Blue and You and the Mayor’s Armed Forces Commission at even ts\, festivals\, and fairs across the state to promote patriotism and hono r veterans and members of our Armed Forces. The Red\, White\, Blue\, and You Patriot’s Ball is the main annual fundraising event for the MAFC\, whi ch supports area veterans and patriotic projects and activities. Proceeds will support the Mayor’s Armed Forces Commission’s programming and its end owed fund at the Community Foundation of SWLA. Tickets are available for purchase at the Lake Charles Civic Center Box Office (checks only) or onli ne at www.foundationswla.org. For more information\, please call 337-491-9 176. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Mayor Nic Hunter and the City of Lake Charl es Mayor&rsquo\;s Armed Forces Commission (MAFC) will host the Twelfth Ann ual Patriot&rsquo\;s Ball on \;Satur day\, June 30\, at the Lake Charles Civic Center Contraband Room\,& nbsp\;900 Lakeshore Drive. All citizens are invited to p articipate in honoring Southwest Louisiana&rsquo\;s patriots and help kick off the City&rsquo\;s annual Red\, White\, Blue and You festivities. \;

The event begins with a social half-hour at \;6 p.m. \;followed by a program and dinner at \;6:30 p.m. \;During t he evening\, Mayor Nic Hunter and the MAFC will honor four individuals fro m Southwest Louisiana for their patriotic service to the community: a Civi lian Patriot of the Year\, Emergency Responder Patriot of the Year\, and M ilitary Patriot of the Year. A Patriot of the Year will also be remembered posthumously. \;

The Patriot&rsquo\;s Ball and other city eve nts including our annual Veteran&rsquo\;s Day Celebration is sponsored by Johnson's Funeral Home\, Calcasieu Refining\, Acadian Ambulance Services\, Stine Lumber\, and Lu Creager\, Realtor/PCS Team LC (Moffett\, Latter &am p\; Blum). \; \; \; \; \; \;

The Tugb oats\, a favorite Lake Charles party band\, will perform after the present ations for the listening and dancing pleasure of attendees. \;

Miss Armed Forces 2018-2019 will be introduced during the Ball. Miss Arme d Forces represents Lake Charles&rsquo\; Red\, White\, Blue and You and th e Mayor&rsquo\;s Armed Forces Commission at events\, festivals\, and fairs across the state to promote patriotism and honor veterans and members of our Armed Forces. \;

The Red\, White\, Blue\, and You Patriot& rsquo\;s Ball is the main annual fundraising event for the MAFC\, which su pports area veterans and patriotic projects and activities. Proceeds will support the Mayor&rsquo\;s Armed Forces Commission&rsquo\;s programming an d its endowed fund at the Community Foundation of SWLA. \;

Tic kets are available for purchase at the Lake Charles Civic Center Box Offic e (checks only) or online at \;www.foundationswla.org. For more in formation\, please call 337-491-9176.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment UID:20180611T1504040Z-583899-154@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180629T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180629T130000 SUMMARY:A New Start for Every Heart DESCRIPTION:Aortic stenosis occurs when calcium builds up within the aortic valve\, limiting the valve’s ability to open and close. As the condition progresses\, the valve opening narrows\, obstructing blood flow and forcin g the heart to pump harder. The progression of aortic stenosis cannot be r eversed or stopped\, but requires surgical intervention to treat. Surgical aortic valve replacement via open heart surgery is an effective treatment \, but isn’t suitable for all patients. Fortunately\, the Transcatheter A ortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) procedure is available for patients conside red to be too high-risk for open-heart surgery. To learn more about aortic stenosis symptoms and treatments as well as TAVR\, please join Dr. Edward Bergen\, Dr. Gregory Lugo and Dr. Christopher Thompson for their lecture on this newly-available and life saving procedure. A New Start for Every Heart is a free seminar being held at 12 p.m. on Friday\, June 29\, in the Shearman Conference Center at Memorial Hospital on Oak Park Boulevard. Li ght lunch will be provided\, and reservations are required at least 24 hou rs in advance. For more information or to make a reservation\, please vis it lcmh.com/seminar or call (337) 494-2936. You can also watch the event l ive online by visiting lcmh.com/watch. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Aortic stenosis occurs when calcium builds up within the aortic valve\, limiting the valve&rsquo\;s ability to open a nd close. As the condition progresses\, the valve opening narrows\, obstru cting blood flow and forcing the heart to pump harder. The progression of aortic stenosis cannot be reversed or stopped\, but requires surgical inte rvention to treat. Surgical aortic valve replacement via open heart surger y is an effective treatment\, but isn&rsquo\;t suitable for all patients.& nbsp\;

Fortunately\, the \;Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) \;procedure is available for patients cons idered to be too high-risk for open-heart surgery. To learn more about aor tic stenosis symptoms and treatments as well as TAVR\, please join \;< strong>Dr. Edward Bergen\, Dr. Gregory Lugo and Dr. Christopher Thompson \;for their lecture on this newly-available and life saving pr ocedure. \;

A New Start for Every Heart \;is a fr ee seminar being held at \;12 p.m. \;on \;Friday\, June 29\, in the Shearman Conference Center at Memorial Hospital on Oak Park Boulevard. Light lunch will be provided\, and reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance. \;

For more information or to make a reservation\, please visit \;lcmh.com/seminar \;or call

(337) 494-2936. You can also watch the event live online by visiting \ ;lcmh.com/watch.
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:Lake Charles Memorial Hospital UID:20180612T2044130Z-583899-155@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180619T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180619T100000 SUMMARY:Groundbreaking at Office of Juvenile Justice Services DESCRIPTION:The groundbreaking ceremony for the new Office of Juvenile Just ice Services will take place at 9:30 a.m.\, Tuesday\, June 19 at 3615 East Prien Lake Road\, Lake Charles. The new\, 50\,000 square-foot facility wi ll be built behind the existing OJJS facility. It will house 38 beds\, on- site medical clinics and enhanced space for mental health services and voc ational-technical training. The public is invited to attend. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The groundbreaking ceremony for the new Off ice of Juvenile Justice Services will take place at \;9:30 a.m.\, Tuesday\, June 19 at 3615 East Prien Lake Road\, Lake Charles.

The new\, 50\,000 square-foot facility w ill be built behind the existing OJJS facility. It will house 38 beds\, on -site medical clinics and enhanced space for mental health services and vo cational-technical training.

The public is invited to attend.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20180615T1355110Z-583899-156@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180615T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180615T140000 SUMMARY:Ribbon Cutting at Buffi's Peaux Boys DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html: CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:3606 Ryan Street\, Lake Charles UID:20180615T1810540Z-583899-157@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180622T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180622T101500 SUMMARY:Ribbon Cutting at Buffi's Peaux Boys DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html: CATEGORIES:General UID:20180615T1812490Z-583899-158@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180628T234500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180629T000000 SUMMARY:Ribbon Cutting at Advanced Office Products DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html: CATEGORIES:General UID:20180615T1813430Z-583899-159@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180712T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180712T131500 SUMMARY:Ribbon Cutting at Charlotte Baby Twist Up DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html: CATEGORIES:General UID:20180615T1814400Z-583899-160@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180713T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180713T161500 SUMMARY:Ribbon Cutting at Nick Reina State Farm DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html: CATEGORIES:General UID:20180615T1816200Z-583899-161@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180727T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180727T154500 SUMMARY:Ribbon Cutting at Truc Doan State Farm DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html: CATEGORIES:General UID:20180723T1512220Z-583899-162@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180711T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180711T120000 SUMMARY:Calcasieu Business & Career Solutions Quarterly Job Fair DESCRIPTION:Job seekers and employers are invited to the Calcasieu Business & Career Solutions Center’s Quarterly Job Fair\, which will take place fr om 9 a.m. - noon\, Wednesday\, July 11 at the Lake Charles Civic Center’s Exhibition Hall. Job seekers should wear business attire\, bring a pictur e ID and several copies of their current resume\, and arrive early to ensu re the opportunity to meet with employers. Pre-registration is not require d. Employers may register to take part in the job fair through Thursday\, July 5 by contacting the Business & Career Solutions Center at 337-721-40 10. There is no cost for employers to participate. Veterans\, who will be given priority services\, are asked to arrive at 8:30 a.m. for exclusive access to employers until 9 a.m. The job fair is sponsored by the Calcasi eu Parish Police Jury\, in conjunction with the Workforce Development Boar d and the Louisiana Workforce Commission. It is funded by the Workforce In novation and Opportunity Act. For more information\, contact the Calcasie u Business & Career Solutions Center at 337-721-4010.   X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Job seekers and employers are invited to th e Calcasieu Business &\; Career Solutions Center&rsquo\;s Quarterly Job Fair\, which will take place from \;9 a.m. - noon\, Wednesday\, \;July 11 \;at the Lake Charles Civic Center&rsquo\;s Exhibitio n Hall. \;

Job seekers should wear business attire\, bring a p icture ID and several copies of their current resume\, and arrive early to ensure the opportunity to meet with employers. Pre-registration is not re quired. \;

Employers may register to take part in the job fair through \;Thursday\, July 5& nbsp\;by contacting the Business &\; Career Solutions Center at 337-721 -4010. There is no cost for employers to participate. \;

Veter ans\, who will be given priority services\, are asked to arrive at \;< span data-term='goog_1231837833'>8:30 a.m. \;for exclusive acce ss to employers until \;9 a.m. \;

The \;job fair \;is sponsored by the Calcasieu Pa rish Police Jury\, in conjunction with the Workforce Development Board and the Louisiana Workforce Commission. It is funded by the \;Workforce I nnovation and Opportunity Act. \;

For more information\, conta ct the Calcasieu Business &\; Career Solutions Center at 337-721-4010.& nbsp\; \;
CATEGORIES:Career Fairs & Trade Shows LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20180615T2125040Z-583899-163@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180616 SUMMARY:Cowboy Legends & Life DESCRIPTION:The Stark Museum of Art will open two special exhibitions featu ring cowboy subjects on Saturday\, June 16\, 2018. Cowboy Legends and Life will present differing\, although complimentary\, aspects of the cowboy t radition in art.   X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Stark Museum of Art will open two spe cial exhibitions featuring cowboy subjects on Saturday\, June 16\, 2018. < em>Cowboy Legends and Life \;will present differ ing\, although complimentary\, aspects of the cowboy tradition in art.&nbs p\; \;

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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Stark Museum of Art UID:20180618T1828560Z-583899-164@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180625T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180625T131500 SUMMARY:Ribbon Cutting at Best Buy DESCRIPTION:Monday\, June 25th @ 1PM 715 W. Prien Lake Rd. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Monday\, June 25^th \;@ 1PM
715 W. Prien Lake Rd.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Best Buy UID:20180618T2136040Z-583899-165@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180621 SUMMARY:41st Annual Men's Lake Charles Toyota City Golf Championship DESCRIPTION:Beginning June 21 and lasting through June 24\, Mallard Cove Go lf Course will host the 41st Annual Men’s Lake Charles Toyota City Golf Ch ampionship. Gage Primeaux will tee off to defend his 2017 Lake Charles To yota City Golf Championship Title. Crystal trophies will once again be pre sented to this year’s winners. “The Men’s City Golf Championship remains the oldest and largest golf tournament in Southwest Louisiana\,” said Dere k Smith\, Head Golf Pro at Mallard Cove. “For the first time last year\, w e reserved two flights in the tournament for a Senior Division. We are exc ited to be able to continue that this year and Randy Tadlock will compete to defend his 2017 senior title.” Each Senior Flight will award the same places as the regular division flights\, however\, based on Net Scoring. T he Senior City Champion will be determined by a 2-day Low Gross Score. On Friday evening\, upon the completion of Round 1\, the annual Long Drive C ontest will take place. Zak Barton has a string of three Long Drive Champi onships to defend this year. Spectators are encouraged to attend. There i s no admission fee\, however\, carts may not be available for spectators. “Working with the Tarver Automotive management group has been a pleasant\ , exciting experience. They are kicking things up another notch with signa ge\, banners and a mobile graphic wall similar to the wall you would see a round the back of tee box at a PGA Tour event.”    Mallard Cove Golf Course is located at 4300 Mallard Cove Drive at the Chennault International Airport. Directions: exit at Legion Street off Interstate 210 and head east\, and then follow the labeled signs to Malla rd Cove. For more information\, contact Derek Smith at 491-1204. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Beginning \;June 21 \;and lasting through \;June 24\, Mallard Cove Golf Course will host the 41~~st \;Annual Men&rsquo\;s Lake Charles Toyota City Golf Champi onship. \;~~

Gage Primeaux will tee off to defend his 2017 Lake Charles Toyota City Golf Championship Title. Crystal trophies will once ag ain be presented to this year&rsquo\;s winners. \;

&ldquo\;The Men&rsquo\;s City Golf Championship remains the oldest and largest golf t ournament in Southwest Louisiana\,&rdquo\; said Derek Smith\, Head Golf Pr o at Mallard Cove. &ldquo\;For the first time last year\, we reserved two flights in the tournament for a Senior Division. We are excited to be able to continue that this year and Randy Tadlock will compete to defend his 2 017 senior title.&rdquo\; \;

Each Senior Flight will award the same places as the regular division flights\, however\, based on Net Scor ing. The Senior City Champion will be determined by a 2-day Low Gross Scor e. \;

On Friday \ ;evening\, upon the completion of Round 1\, the annual Long Drive Contest will take place. Zak Barton has a string of three Long Drive Championships to defend this year. \;

Spectators are encouraged to attend. There is no admission fee\, however\, carts may not be available for spect ators. \;

&ldquo\;Working with the Tarver Automotive managemen t group has been a pleasant\, exciting experience. They are kicking things up another notch with signage\, banners and a mobile graphic wall similar to the wall you would see around the back of tee box at a PGA Tour event. &rdquo\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; &n bsp\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \;

Mallard Cove Golf Course is located at \;4300 M allard Cove \;Drive at the Chennault International Airport. \; Directions: exit at Legion Street off Interstate 210 and head east\, and t hen follow the labeled signs to Mallard Cove. For more information\, conta ct Derek Smith at 491-1204. \; \; \;
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Mallard Cove Golf Course UID:20180619T2028450Z-583899-166@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180710T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180710T203000 SUMMARY:The Small Business Plan DESCRIPTION:Topics include the importance of business planning\, the major components of an effective plan and effective use of your business plan as a management tool. Register by calling 337-475-5529\, email lsbdc.msu@lsb dc.org\, or at www.lsbdc.org/msu X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
~~Topics incl ude the importance of business planning\, the major components of an effec tive plan and effective use of your business plan as a management tool.~~

Register by calling 337-475-5 529\, email lsbdc.msu@lsbdc.org\, or at www.lsbdc.org/msu

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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Allen P. August Multi-Purpose Annex UID:20180619T2031570Z-583899-167@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180712T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180712T170000 SUMMARY:Starting and Financing Your Business Idea DESCRIPTION:Starting & Financing Your Business Idea   Using Sasol’s SBRG    Discover if you’re really an entrepreneur. Get information on financing your start-up. Learn how to write a business plan. Understand what a banke r really wants to know. Register by calling 337-475-5529\, email lsbdc.msu @lsbdc.org\, or at www.lsbdc.org/msu X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Sta rting &\; Financing Your Business Idea \; \;

Using Sasol&rsquo\;s SBRG &n bsp\; \; \;

Discover if you&rsquo\;re really an entrepreneur. Get information on fin ancing your start-up. Learn how to write a business plan. Understand what a banker really wants to know.

Register by calling 337-475-5529\, email lsbdc.msu@lsbdc.org\, or at www.lsbdc.org/msu

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CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20180619T2034370Z-583899-168@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180717T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180717T170000 SUMMARY:Sales & Use Tax DESCRIPTION:Sales and Use Tax State Sales and Use Taxes are imposed on all retail sales\, taxable services\, and leases and rentals of most goods. Do n’t miss this must attend workshop where you’ll receive easy to understand information and tips for collecting and remitting Louisiana Sales and Use Taxes. Register by calling 337-475-5529\, email lsbdc.msu@lsbdc.org\, or at www.lsbdc.org/msu X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Sal es and Use Tax

Sta te Sales and Use Taxes are imposed on all retail sales\, taxable services\ , and leases and rentals of most goods. Don&rsquo\;t miss this must attend workshop where you&rsquo\;ll receive easy to understand information and t ips for collecting and remitting Louisiana Sales and Use Taxes.

Register by calling 337-475-5529\, em ail lsbdc.msu@lsbdc.org\, or at < a href='http://www.lsbdc.org/msu'>www.lsbdc.org/msu

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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20180619T2034000Z-583899-169@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180807T213000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180807T233000 SUMMARY:Government Contracting DESCRIPTION:Government Contracting (SBA) This workshop is designed to: Intr oduce your business to the various federal government contracting programs \, assist you in understanding the federal government procurement methods and buying procedures\, and give you step-by-step guidance in completing y our SAM\, WOSB/EDWOSB\, HubZone and 8(a) certifications Seating is limited \, so register TODAY! Register by calling 337-475-5529\, email lsbdc.msu@l sbdc.org\, or at www.lsbdc.org/msu X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Government Contracting (SBA)

This workshop is designed to: Introduce your business to the va rious federal government contracting programs\, assist you in understandin g the federal government procurement methods and buying procedures\, and g ive you step-by-step guidance in completing your SAM\, WOSB/EDWOSB\, HubZo ne and 8(a) certifications

Seating is limited\, so register TODAY!

Register by calling 337-475-5529\, email lsbdc.msu@lsbdc.org\, or at www.lsbdc.org/msu

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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20180619T2035510Z-583899-170@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180809T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180809T160000 SUMMARY:Starting and Financing Your Business Idea DESCRIPTION:Starting & Financing Your Business Idea    Discover if you’re r eally an entrepreneur. Get information on financing your start-up. Learn h ow to write a business plan. Understand what a banker really wants to know . Register by calling 337-475-5529\, email lsbdc.msu@lsbdc.org\, or at www .lsbdc.org/msu X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Starting &\; Financing Your Busi ness Idea \; \;

Discover if you&rsquo\;re really an entrepreneur. Get information on financing your start-up. Learn how to write a business plan. Understand what a banker really wants to know.

Register by calling 337-475-5529\, email lsbdc.msu@lsbdc.org\, or at www.lsbdc.org/msu

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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20180619T2036580Z-583899-171@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180707T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180707T160000 SUMMARY:CASA Training DESCRIPTION:Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA)\, a division of Family & Youth Counseling Agency Inc. (Family & Youth) will host volunteer train ing beginning Saturday\, July 7\, 2018\, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Family & Yout h\, 220 Louie Street\, Lake Charles. Training will continue on July 14th\, 21st\, and 28th from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on each day. Volunteers must attend all four training days. Every child deserves a safe permanent home. Be th e voice that helps them find one. A Court Appointed Special Advocate is a trained volunteer child advocate who is appointed by a Family Court Judge to speak for the best interests of abused and neglected children. It’s a w ay for individuals in the community to make a difference in the life of an abused child. The first step in making a difference is the desire to do so. To find out more\, contact chae@fyca.org or call Family &Youth at 337- 436-9533. Potential volunteers from Allen or Jefferson Davis Parishes can contact janet@fyca.org or call 337-824-8036. CASA is a division of Family & Youth. Family & Youth believes that all individuals possess the ability to solve their own challenges and live full and healthy lives when support is available. . For more information about Family & Youth visit www.fyca. org\, call 337 436-9533\, or like Family & Youth on Facebook. Family & You th is a United Way supported agency. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA)\, a division of Family &\; Youth Counseling Agency Inc. (Family &\; Yo uth) will host volunteer training beginning \;Saturday\, July 7\, 2018\, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. \;at Famil y &\; Youth\, 220 Louie Street\, Lake Charles. \;Training will cont inue on \;July 14th\, 21st\, a nd 28th from \;9 a.m. to 4 p.m. \;on each day. Volunteers must attend all four training days.
< p>Every child deserves a safe permanent home. Be the voice that helps them find one. \;A Court Appointed Special Advocate is a trained volunteer child advocate who is appointed by a Family Court Judge to speak for the best interests of abused and neglected children. It&rsquo\;s a way for ind ividuals in the community to make a difference in the life of an abused ch ild. \;

The first step in making a difference is the desire to do so. To find out more\, contact \;ch ae@fyca.org \;or call Family &\;Youth at 337-436-9533. \;Po tential volunteers from Allen or Jefferson Davis Parishes can contact \;janet@fyca.org \;or call 337-824 -8036.

CASA is a division of Family &\; Youth. Family &\; Yo uth believes that all individuals possess the ability to solve their own c hallenges and live full and healthy lives when support is available. . For more information about Family &\; Youth visit \;www.fyca.org\, call 337 436-9533\ , or like Family &\; Youth on Facebook. Family &\; Youth is a United Way supported agency.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Family & Youth UID:20180621T1540200Z-583899-172@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180704T211500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180704T221500 SUMMARY:4th of July Celebration in Lake Charles DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles is making plans for the annual Red Whi te Blue & You Celebration on Wednesday\, July 4. Commander Daniel Cost of the Coast Guard Marine Safety Unit Lake Charles will serve as Grand Marsha l in the parade that will begin at 6 p.m. Entry forms are now being accept ed for parade units including floats\, marching units\, vehicles\, motorcy cles\, bicycles and golf carts. The parade will roll on Ryan Street from Mill Street to Dr. Michael DeBakey Drive. Parade information and registrat ion forms are available at 337-491-1382 or www.cityoflakecharles.com. T he celebration continues at the Lake Charles Civic Center Arcade Pavilion with concessions\, face painting and a patriotic program. The program beg ins at 6:45 p.m. with the sounds of Hailey and Brett Cooley. The Lake Char les Community Band\, along with the Louisiana Choral Foundation and Friend s\, will also take the stage featuring a sing-a-long and a salute to the U .S. Armed Forces. Audience members are encouraged to bring their blankets or lawn chairs. Festival t-shirts\, designed by Sowela student Aspen Keel\ , will be on sale for $5. If inclement weather prevails\, the program will be moved to the Civic Center Coliseum. Mayor Nic Hunter said “We have many new sponsors this year and some of the current sponsors have increase d their level\, therefore we will have the largest fireworks show Lake Cha rles has seen.” The fireworks extravaganza\, beginning at 9:15 p.m.\, wil l be choreographed to music. Tune into KBYS 88.3 FM on your car radio or l istening device for the soundtrack simulcast. The Red White Blue & You ce lebration is preceded by the Southwest Louisiana Patriot’s Ball presented by the Mayor’s Armed Forces Commission on Saturday\, June 30 at 6 p.m. in the Contraband Room of the Lake Charles Civic Center. For ticket informat ion\, go to www.foundationswla.org. This year’s Gold Sponsors include Coc a-Cola\, L’Auberge Casino Resort\, Sasol of North America\, and the Lake C harles/Southwest Louisiana Convention and Visitors Bureau. Silver Sponsors are Waitr and Louisiana Lottery. Entergy\, American Press\, CHRISTUS Heal th\, First Federal Bank\, and Lake Charles Toyota are the 2018 Bronze Spon sors. Partners include JD Bank\, Acadian Ambulance Services\, Centerpoint Energy\, Devall Towing\, DW Jessen and Associates\, IBERIABANK\, MidSouth Bank\, Phillips 66\, Pumpelly Oil Co.\, Team Citgo\, Turner Industries\, KBYS FM Radio 88.3 FM\, and KPLC-TV. For more information call 337-491-91 59 or www.cityoflakecharles.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles is making plans for the annual Red White Blue &\; You Cel ebration on \;Wednesday\, July 4. Commander Daniel Cost of the Coast Guard Marine Safety Unit Lake Charl es will serve as Grand Marshal in the parade that will begin at \;6 p.m. \;Entry forms are now being accepted for parade units including floats\, marching units\, vehicles\, motorcycles\, bicycles and golf carts. \;

The parade will roll on Ryan Street from Mill Street to Dr. Michael DeBakey Drive. Parade information and registration forms are available at 337-491-1382 or \;www.cityoflakecharles.com.&n bsp\; \;

The celebrati on continues at the Lake Charles Civic Center Arcade Pavilion with concess ions\, face painting and a patriotic program. \; The program begins at \;6:45 p.m. \;with the so unds of Hailey and Brett Cooley. The Lake Charles Community Band\, along w ith the Louisiana Choral Foundation and Friends\, will also take the stage featuring a sing-a-long and a salute to the U.S. Armed Forces. Audience m embers are encouraged to bring their blankets or lawn chairs. Festival t-s hirts\, designed by Sowela student Aspen Keel\, will be on sale for $5. If inclement weather prevails\, the program will be moved to the Civic Cente r Coliseum. \; \;

Mayor Nic Hunter said &ldquo\;We have many new sponsors this year and some of the current sponsors have increased their level\, therefore we will ha ve the largest fireworks show Lake Charles has seen.&rdquo\; \;

The fireworks extravaganza\, begi nning at \;9:15 p.m.\, will be choreographed to music. Tune into KBYS 88.3 FM on your car radio or liste ning device for the soundtrack simulcast. \;

The Red Wh ite Blue &\; You celebration is preceded by the Southwest Louisiana Pat riot&rsquo\;s Ball presented by the Mayor&rsquo\;s Armed Forces Commission on \;Saturday\, June 30 at 6 p.m. \;in the Contraband Room of the Lake Charles Civic Center. \; For ticket information\, go to \;www.foundationswla.org. \;
This year&rsquo\;s Gold Sponsors include Coca-Cola\, L&rsquo\;Auber ge Casino Resort\, Sasol of North America\, and the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention and Visitors Bureau. Silver Sponsors are Waitr and L ouisiana Lottery. Entergy\, \;American Press\, \;CHRISTUS Health\, First Federal Bank\, and Lake Charles Toyota are the 2018 Bronze Sponsors. Partners include JD Bank\, Acadian Ambulance Services\, Centerp oint Energy\, Devall Towing\, DW Jessen and Associates\, IBERIABANK\, MidS outh Bank\, Phillips 66\, Pumpelly Oil Co.\, Team Citgo\, Turner \; In dustries\, KBYS FM Radio 88.3 FM\, and KPLC-TV. \;

For more information call 337-491-9159 or \;www.cityoflakecharles.com.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20180622T1533000Z-583899-173@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180802T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180802T190000 SUMMARY:Cafeteria Conversation in Leesville! DESCRIPTION:The fifth annual Cafeteria Conversation and Back to School Reso urce Fair takes place Aug. 2 from 5-7 p.m. at Parkway Elementary School\, located at 3585 University Parkway\, Leesville\, Louisiana. 'The purpos e of the event is to provide families with school age children a one-stop experience to meet leaders from the Vernon Parish School District and scho ols\,' said Staci Stipe\, Fort Polk Garrison Command executive officer. 'W e also hope they learn about locally available resources and programs.' Cafeteria Conversation features an exhibition set-up with principals and c ounselors from Vernon Parish schools present to address any questions or c oncerns. Attendees will also be able to learn about community resources and agencies\, including after school programs\, sports\, scouting\, musi c\, dance\, martial arts\, health nutrition\, college and careers paths\, family programs and more. Operation Homefront will be onsite as well to d istribute free school supplies. Online registration for eligible recipient s is required. Each participant will receive a time frame for school suppl y pick-up. Check eligibility and registration requirements at http://event s.operationhomefront.org. The event is held before the start of school as part of the Education Initiative\, led by Fort Polk Progress\, which aims to improve school performance and educate parents on school curriculum. 'We hope parents take advantage of this great opportunity to familiarize themselves with all the Vernon Parish School District and its schools have to offer\,' said Mike Reese\, Fort Polk Progress president. 'This will gi ve parents all the information and resources they need to make the decisio ns they feel are best for their children's education.' For more informat ion\, call (337) 531-1617. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The fifth annual Cafeteria Conversation a nd Back to School Resource Fair takes place \;Aug. 2 from 5-7 p.m. \;at Parkway Elementary School\, located at \;3585 University Parkway\, Leesville\, L ouisiana. \;

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'The purpose of the e vent is to provide families with school age children a one-stop experience to meet leaders from the Vernon Parish School District and schools\,' sai d Staci Stipe\, Fort Polk Garrison Command executive officer. 'We also hop e they learn about locally available resources and programs.'

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Cafeteria Conversation features an exhibition set-up w ith principals and counselors from Vernon Parish schools present to addres s any questions or concerns. \;

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Attend ees will also be able to learn about community resources and agencies\, in cluding after school programs\, sports\, scouting\, music\, dance\, martia l arts\, health nutrition\, college and careers paths\, family programs an d more. \;

Operation Homefront will be onsite as well to dis tribute free school supplies. Online registration for eligible recipients is required. Each participant will receive a time frame for school supply pick-up. Check eligibility and registration requirements at \;http://events.operationhomefront.org. \;

The event is held before the start of school as part of the Education Init iative\, led by Fort Polk Progress\, which aims to improve school performa nce and educate parents on school curriculum.

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< div>'We hope parents take advantage of this great opportunity to familiari ze themselves with all the Vernon Parish School District and its schools h ave to offer\,' said Mike Reese\, Fort Polk Progress president. 'This will give parents all the information and resources they need to make the deci sions they feel are best for their children's education.'

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For more information\, call (337) 531-1617. \;
CATEGORIES:General UID:20180625T1525590Z-583899-174@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180719T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180719T130000 SUMMARY:West Calcasieu's Empowering Women's Luncheon DESCRIPTION:West Calcasieu Chamber of Commerce’s Empowering Women’s Luncheo n with Kayla Courvell: 'From Patient to Personality: Living Life with an I nvisible Illness” Email Stacie at the West Cal Chamber stacie@westcal.org to reserve. Kayla Courvell is one of the hosts of FOX29's Morning Show and the breaking news reporter on KPLC's 7News Sunrise. After being diagnosed with Crohn’s disease at the age of 16\, Kayla pursued her dream of being on TV and educating others on invisible illnesses. With her Crohn’s in rem ission\, Kayla suffers from anxiety\, depression and PTSD as doctors work to find out if a chemical imbalance is causing Bipolar disorder. Kayla hop es her struggles and accomplishments can help others in the Lake Area over come hard times and think twice about what life is truly about. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
West Calcasieu Chamber of Commerce&rsquo\;s Empowering Women&rsquo\;s Luncheon with Kayla Courvell: 'From Patient to Personality: Living Life with an Invisible Illness&rdquo\;

Email S tacie at the West Cal Chamber stacie@westcal.org to reserve.

Kayla Courvell is one of the hosts of FOX29's Morning Show and the breaking new s reporter on KPLC's 7News Sunrise. After being diagnosed with Crohn&rsquo \;s disease at the age of 16\, Kayla pursued her dream of being on TV and educating others on invisible illnesses. With her Crohn&rsquo\;s in remiss ion\, Kayla suffers from anxiety\, depression and PTSD as doctors work to find out if a chemical imbalance is causing Bipolar disorder. Kayla hopes her struggles and accomplishments can help others in the Lake Area overcom e hard times and think twice about what life is truly about.
CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:West Cal Events Center UID:20180625T1848070Z-583899-175@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180628T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180628T090000 SUMMARY:CITY TO HOST WORKSHOP ON CHILD SAFETY AND WELL-BEING DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles is hosting a free workshop for foster parents and others interested in learning more about child safety and well -being. The workshop entitled “Linked” is being held on Tuesday\, July 10\ , from 6 to 8 p.m. at Church of the King\, 2145 Oak Park Blvd\, Lake Char les\, LA 70601. The topic is “How to Build Relationships Between Foster Pa rents and Biological Parents.” Foster parents can receive one training ho ur per workshop. The workshop is free to the public\, and supper and child care will be provided. Pre-registration is required. You can register to a ttend at www.swlafostercare.com or call (337)491-8735 for more information . X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles is hosting a free workshop for foster parents and others interested in learning more about c hild safety and well-being. The workshop entitled &ldquo\;Linked&rdquo\; i s being held on \;Tuesday\, July 10\, from 6 to \;8 p.m. \;at Church of the King\, \;2145 Oak Park Blvd\, Lake Charles\, LA 70 601. The topic is &ldquo\;How to Build Relationships \;Between Fos ter Parents and Biological Parents.&rdquo\; \;

Foster parents can receive one training hour per workshop. \;The workshop is free to the public\, and supper and childcare will be provided. Pre-registration i s required. You can register to attend at \;www.swlafostercare.com \;or call (337)491-8735 for more information.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Ch UID:20180628T1356240Z-583899-176@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180710T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180710T200000 SUMMARY:CITY TO HOST WORKSHOP ON CHILD SAFETY AND WELL-BEING DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles is hosting a free workshop for foster parents and others interested in learning more about child safety and well -being. The workshop entitled “Linked” is being held on Tuesday\, July 10 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Church of the King\, 2145 Oak Park Blvd\, Lake Charle s\, LA 70601. The topic is “How to Build Relationships Between Foster Pare nts and Biological Parents.” Foster parents can receive one training hour per workshop. The workshop is free to the public\, and supper and childca re will be provided. Pre-registration is required. You can register to att end at www.swlafostercare.com or call (337)491-8735 for more information. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles is hosting a free workshop for foster parents and others interested in learning more about c hild safety and well-being. The workshop entitled &ldquo\;Linked&rdquo\; i s being held on \;Tuesday\, July 10 f rom 6 to \;8 p.m. \;at Church of the King\, \;2145 Oak Park Blvd\, Lake Charles\, LA 7060 1. The topic is &ldquo\;How to Build Relationships \;Between Foste r Parents and Biological Parents.&rdquo\; \;

Foster parents ca n receive one training hour per workshop. \;The workshop is free to th e public\, and supper and childcare will be provided. Pre-registration is required. You can register to attend at \;www.swlafostercare.com&n bsp\;or call (337)491-8735 for more information.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Church of the King UID:20180628T1358320Z-583899-177@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180713T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180713T110000 SUMMARY:Family Foundation of SWLA to host Non Profit Sector Development Se ries RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20180721;BYDAY=FR DESCRIPTION:he Family Foundation of SWLA (The Family Foundation) will be ho sting a two-part Non-Profit Sector Development (NPSD) training series enti tled Fund Development 101 and Grant Writing 101 on July 13 and 20\, 2018\, respectively. Fund Development 101: Engaging in Philanthropy\; July 13 \, 2018 Effective organizations realize that fund development goals includ e more than money\, and include such things as creating a culture of phila nthropy and building strong and lasting relationships. Please join us for a lively and interactive session to talk about national and state trends\, specific strategies and techniques to help get your board and volunteers ‘on board’ as well as how to further the culture of philanthropy within yo ur organization to support fund development.   Grant Writing 101: Demyst ifying the process\; July 20\, 2018 Demystify the grant writing process an d learn to look at proposals through the eyes of a reviewer. This interact ive training session will provide participants with the skills and knowled ge for grant planning\, research\, writing\, and communication needed to s eek and obtain grant awards. Learn how to cast a wide net through the use of grant seeking tools and resources that will assist your organization in finding new funding prospects. Develop methods for tracking grant opportu nities\, as well as how to write and review winning proposals\, and the es sential components for creating an effective grant proposal package. Co st will be $20 for Junior League members\; $50 for all others and will cov er both sessions. The first session\, Fund Development 101\, will take pla ce onJuly 13\, 2018. The second session\, Grant Writing 101\, will take pl ace on July 20\, 2018. To register go online to www.fyca.org or contact Terra Jones at 337.436.9533 or terra@fyca.org. The training sessions are from 9 am – 11 am and will be at Family & Youth’s office at 220 Louie St. Lake Charles. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
he Family Foundation of SWLA (The Family Foundation) will be hos ting a two-part Non-Profit Sector Development (NPSD) training series entit led Fund Development 101 and Grant Writing 101 on \;July 13 and 20\, 2018\, respectively. \;

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Fund Development 101: Engaging in Philanthropy\;& nbsp\;July 13\, 2018
Effective organizations realize that fund development goals include more than money\, and include such thi ngs as creating a culture of philanthropy and building strong and lasting relationships. Please join us for a lively and interactive session to talk about national and state trends\, specific strategies and techniques to h elp get your board and volunteers &lsquo\;on board&rsquo\; as well as how to further the culture of philanthropy within your organization to support fund development. \; \;

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Grant Writing 101: Demystifying the process\; \;July 20\, 2018

Demystify the grant writing process and learn to look at propos als through the eyes of a reviewer. This interactive training session will provide participants with the skills and knowledge for grant planning\, r esearch\, writing\, and communication needed to seek and obtain grant awar ds. Learn how to cast a wide net through the use of grant seeking tools an d resources that will assist your organization in finding new funding pros pects. Develop methods for tracking grant opportunities\, as well as how t o write and review winning proposals\, and the essential components for cr eating an effective grant proposal package. \;

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Cost will be $20 for Junior League member s\; $50 for all others and will cover both sessions. The first session\, F und Development 101\, will take place onJuly 13\, 2018. Th e second session\, Grant Writing 101\, will take place on \;July 20\ , 2018. \;

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To register go online to \;www.fyca.org \;or contact Te rra Jones at 337.436.9533 or \;terra@fyca.org. The training sessions are from \;9 am & ndash\; 11 am \;and will be at Family &\; Youth&rsquo \;s office at 220 Louie St. Lake Charles.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Family & Youth UID:20180628T1407430Z-583899-179@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180911T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180911T200000 SUMMARY:New Seminar For General Contractors Begins Enrollment DESCRIPTION:The Louisiana Contractors Accreditation Institute is expanding this fall to offer a General Contractors Seminar. The new course will prov ide technical knowledge essential to a general contractor working within t he construction industry in Louisiana. The 10-week course will be offered Sept. 11 to Nov. 15. It will feature two-hour sessions twice a week on Tue sdays and Thursdays from 6 to 8 p.m. Topics will include but are not limit ed to: blueprint reading\; building calculations\; site work\, demolition\ , and construction\; foundations\, formwork and retaining walls\; finishes \; roof structures\; structural loads\; steel construction\; related trade s\; special construction and equipment\; and safety codes. Enrollment is u nderway and available on a first-come\, first-served basis\, with a $350 f ee for the seminar and materials. For more information\, contact Cory Morg an at 225.342.4317 or cory.morgan3@la.gov\; or Catherine Barber at 985.448 .5916 or catherine.barber@fletcher.edu. To participate in the seminar\, vi sit www.OpportunityLouisiana.com/LCAI-GC and click the “Apply Now” link fo r registration at multiple LCTCS campus sites. This program will be offere d online via interactive distance-learning through SOWELA Technical Commun ity College\, Lake Charles campus. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Louisiana Contractors Accreditation Ins titute is expanding this fall to offer a General Contractors Seminar. The new course will provide technical knowledge essential to a general contrac tor working within the construction industry in Louisiana.

The 10- week course will be offered Sept. 11 to Nov. 15. It will feature two-hour sessions twice a week on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 to 8 p.m. Topics wi ll include but are not limited to: blueprint reading\; building calculatio ns\; site work\, demolition\, and construction\; foundations\, formwork an d retaining walls\; finishes\; roof structures\; structural loads\; steel construction\; related trades\; special construction and equipment\; and s afety codes.

Enrollment is underway and available on a first-come\ , first-served basis\, with a $350 fee for the seminar and materials. For more information\, contact Cory Morgan at 225.342.4317 or \;cory.morgan3@la.gov\; or Catherine Barber a t 985.448.5916 or \;cat herine.barber@fletcher.edu. To participate in the seminar\, visit \;www.OpportunityLouisiana.com/LCAI -GC \;and click the &ldquo\;Apply Now&rdquo\; link for registratio n at multiple LCTCS campus sites.

This program will be offered onl ine via interactive distance-learning \;through SOWELA Technical Commu nity College\, Lake Charles campus.
CATEGORIES:Education UID:20180628T1416060Z-583899-180@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180710T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180710T110000 SUMMARY:LABI offers Small Business Series: Impact of Online Sales Tax Colle ctions DESCRIPTION:In a landmark Supreme Court decision on June 21\, 2018\, the Co urt overturned a previous decision and decided that states have broad auth ority to require online retailers to collect sales taxes. Online purchases rack up billions of dollars and local and state governments have been sty mied in collecting sales tax because of the Quill v North Dakota decision. That decision stated that a business has to have a physical presence in a state. The June Supreme Court decision overturned that decision and reman ded it back. What does all of this mean to your business? Do you need to prepare now? Will this affect the taxes paid and collected for the local a nd state government? Join us while Jason DeCuir\, Principal in Ryan's Advo cacy Services\, breaks down the issues for you and answers your questions about what’s next. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation ema il containing information about joining the webinar. Register Here X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
In a landmark Supreme Court decision on Jun e 21\, 2018\, the Court overturned a previous decision and decided that st ates have broad authority to require online retailers to collect sales tax es. Online purchases rack up billions of dollars and local and state gover nments have been stymied in collecting sales tax because of the Quill v No rth Dakota decision. That decision stated that a business has to have a ph ysical presence in a state. The June Supreme Court decision overturned tha t decision and remanded it back. \;

What does all of this mean to your business?

Do you ne ed to prepare now?

Will this affect the taxes paid and collected for the local and state government?

Join us while Jason DeCuir\, Principal in Ryan's Advocacy Service s\, breaks down the issues for you and answers your questions about what&r squo\;s next. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email co ntaining information about joining the webinar.

Register Here
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online Education UID:20180628T1421560Z-583899-181@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180714T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180714T210000 SUMMARY:Shaken Not Stirred – The Music of James Bond DESCRIPTION:The Lake Charles Symphony will open its 61st Season with Shaken Not Stirred – The Music of James Bond\, on Saturday\, July 14\, at the La ke Charles Civic Center Coliseum. Doors will open at 6 p.m.\, and the conc ert will begin at 7 p.m. The show will be performed by the talented Canad ian ensemble Jeans ‘n Classics\, backed by the talented musicians of the L ake Charles Symphony Orchestra. Concert-goers will hear music from their f avorite James Bond movies\, including “You Only Live Twice\,” “Another Way to Die” and the James Bond theme song\, “Live and Let Die.” A variety of family food favorites\, such as Gatti's Pizza\, hotdogs\, nachos\, and Pop s & Rockets will be available for purchase. Audiences of all ages will enj oy the iconic songs at this spectacular performance\, which is sure to lea ve you shaken and stirred! Summer Pops is an annual event that brings a f un and exciting introduction to those experiencing orchestral music for th e first time and to those who look forward to Summer Pops year after year. The Summer Pops concert allows the Symphony to perform with non-classical artists. Exposure to programs such as Summer Pops has proven effective in gaining new audiences for symphony orchestras across the country. Summer Pops would not be possible without generous support from our presenting s ponsor\, First Federal Bank of Louisiana\, as well as our event sponsors: Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention & Visitors Bureau\, Arts Counc il of SWLA\, City of Lake Charles\, Gatti’s Pizza\, Kaough & Jones Electri c\, Louisiana Lottery and Digikast. Supported by a grant from the Southwes t Louisiana Convention & Visitors Bureau and a grant from the City of Lake Charles\, as administered by the Arts & Humanities Council of SWLA. Rise r seats are $35 for adults ($40 day of event)\, $15 for students\, and fre e for children 6 and under. Reserved tables of 8 and individual table seat s are also available. Silver premium tables are $1\,000\; bronze reserved tables are $600\, and individual reserved table seats are $90 each ($100 d ay of event). To purchase tickets or for more information\, visit www.lcsy mphony.com/Pops2018 or call (337) 433-1611. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Lake Charles Symphony will open its 61< sup>st \;Season with \;Shaken Not Stirred &ndash\; The M usic of James Bond\, on \;Saturd ay\, July 14\, \;at the Lake Charles Civic Center Coliseum. Doo rs will open at \;6 p.m.\, and the concert will begin at \;7 p.m. \;

The show will be performed by the talented Canadian e nsemble \;Jeans &lsquo\;n Classics\, backed by the talented m usicians of the Lake Charles Symphony Orchestra. Concert-goers will hear m usic from their favorite James Bond movies\, including &ldquo\;You Only Li ve Twice\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;Another Way to Die&rdquo\; and the James Bond t heme song\, &ldquo\;Live and Let Die.&rdquo\; A variety of family food fav orites\, such as Gatti's Pizza\, hotdogs\, nachos\, and \;Pops &\; Rockets \;will be available for purchase. Audiences of all ages will e njoy the iconic songs at this spectacular performance\, which is sure to l eave you shaken and stirred! \;

Summer Pops is an annual event that brings a fun and exciting introduction to those experiencing orchest ral music for the first time and to those who look forward to Summer Pops year after year. The Summer Pops concert allows the Symphony to perform wi th non-classical artists. Exposure to programs such as Summer Pops has pro ven effective in gaining new audiences for symphony orchestras across the country. \;

Summer Pops would not be possible without generous support from our presenting sponsor\, First Federal Bank of Louisiana\, a s well as our event sponsors: Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention &\; Visitors Bureau\, Arts Council of SWLA\, City of Lake Charles\, Gat ti&rsquo\;s Pizza\, Kaough &\; Jones Electric\, Louisiana Lottery and D igikast. Supported by a grant from the Southwest Louisiana Convention & \; Visitors Bureau and a grant from the City of Lake Charles\, as administ ered by the Arts &\; Humanities Council of SWLA. \;

Riser s eats are $35 for adults ($40 day of event)\, $15 for students\, and free f or children 6 and under. Reserved tables of 8 and individual table seats a re also available. Silver premium tables are $1\,000\; bronze reserved tab les are $600\, and individual reserved table seats are $90 each ($100 day of event). To purchase tickets or for more information\, visit \;www.lcsymphony.com/Pops2018 \;or call (337) 433-1611.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20180628T1435470Z-583899-182@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180801T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180801T130000 SUMMARY:Managing & Motivating a Multi-Generational Workforce DESCRIPTION:Break down each generation and review how each interacts in the workplace to ultimately create a more effective\, efficient and profitabl e team. Training will: · Review the characteristics of different gener ations. · Provide valuable information on training\, retraining and motiva ting a multi-   generational workforce. · Encourage feedback and sharing i deas through group communication. · Deliver a valuable management tool to show leaders how to energize\, motivate and better understand their employ ees. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Break down each generation and review how each in teracts in the workplace to ultimately create a more effective\, efficient and profitable team.

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Training will:

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·\; \;Review the characteristics of different generations.< /div>
·\; \;Provide valuable information on t raining\, retraining and motivating a \;multi- \; \; \;gen erational workforce.

·\; \;Encourage fe edback and sharing ideas through group communication.

·\; \;Deliver a valuable management tool to show leaders ho w to energize\, motivate and better understand their employees.
CATEGORIES:Career Fairs & Trade Shows LOCATION:West Cal Events Center UID:20180702T1911250Z-583899-183@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180712T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180712T193000 SUMMARY:Holiday Travel: Set Sail on a Cruise! DESCRIPTION:Holiday Travel invites you to learn about luxury river & ocean cruising from Viking Cruises. There will be hors d'oeuvres and a presentat ion. Please call Holiday Travel at (337) 480-1090 to reserve your seat. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Holiday Travel invites you to learn about l uxury river &\; ocean cruising from Viking Cruises. There will be hors d'oeuvres and a presentation.

Please call Holiday Travel at (337) 480-1090 to reserve your seat. \;
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Our Lady Queen of Heaven Community Center UID:20180703T2042250Z-583899-184@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180726T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180726T213000 SUMMARY:Friends of Sulphur Police: Annual Social DESCRIPTION:Annual Social & Membership Drive Friends of Sulphur Police Se rving Those Serving Us Please join us for an evening of food\, fellowshi p\, and music Date: Thursday\, July 26\, 2018 Location: The West Cal Event Center Time: 6:30 – 9:30 $50 – Individual Sponsorship * Includes 1 indi vidual ticket $250 – Business Sponsorship * Includes 4 tickets $500 – Corp orate Sponsorship * Includes 8 tickets For sponsorship purchases and mor e information please contact one of the following board members Glenn Berr y – 337-214-3350\, Mandy Thomas – 337-302-4380\, Wilmer Dugas – 337-526-30 31\, Veronica Allison – 337-274-0905 Friends of Sulphur Police is a 501( c)3 organization “LIKE” us on Face Book at https://www.facebook.com/Friend s of Sulphur Police X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Annual Social &\; Membe rship Drive

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Friends of Sulphur Police

Serving Those Serving Us

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Please join us for an e vening of food\, fellowship\, and music

Date:&n bsp\;Thursday\, July 26\, 2018

Location: The West Cal Event Center

Time: \;6:30 &ndash\; 9:30

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$50 &ndash\; Individual Sponsorship * Includes 1 individual ticket

$250 &ndash\; Business Spons orship * Includes 4 tickets

$500 &ndash\; Corpo rate Sponsorship * Includes 8 tickets

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For sponsorship purchases and more information p lease contact one of the following board members

Glenn Berry &ndash\; 337-214-3350\, Mandy Thomas &ndash\; 337-302-4380\,

Wilmer Dugas &ndash\; 337-526-3031\, Veronica Allison &ndash\; 337-274-0905

\;

Friends of Sulphur Police is a 501(c)3 organization

&ldquo\;LIKE&rdquo\; us on Face Book at \;https://www.facebook.com/Friends \;of Sulphur Police
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:West Cal Events Center UID:20180705T1800230Z-583899-185@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180706T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180706T151500 SUMMARY:Ribbon Cutting at Throwbacks DESCRIPTION:Throwbacks Friday\, July 6th @ 10 AM 1115 Sampson\, Westlake ( Across from LaQunita) X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Throwbacks \ ;
Friday\, July 6^th \;@ 10 AM< /strong>
1115 Sampson\, Westlake
(Acros s from LaQunita)
CATEGORIES:General UID:20180705T2005270Z-583899-186@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180721T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180721T150000 SUMMARY:Caring for your Collection DESCRIPTION:The Stark Foundation’s Library & Archive is hosting “Caring for Your Collections” a family workshop on July 21\, 2018. There are two se ssions on July 21\, one in the morning from 10:00 am -12:00 pm and again i n the afternoon from 1:00 - 3:00pm. Workshops will take place in the new E ducation Center\, at the Stark Museum of Art. There is a $25 material fee\ , per family. Families will receive an archive starter kit. It includes a lightproof document box and archival quality storage supplies such as p olyester envelopes and acid-free folders.   “Hurricane Harvey taught us how quickly we can lose family treasures\,” said Jenniffer Hudson Connors\ , Manager of the Eunice R. Benckenstein Library & Archive. “This workshop will share ways families can protect their photographs\, letters\, and doc uments for future generations. “Floods are not the only threat\,” said Hud son Connors\, “insects\, light\, and humidity also damage collections ever y day. We’ll talk about caring for textiles\, like that old letter jacket or christening gown\, too.” Call or email us to reserve your seat. 409-8 83-0871\, or email dwhatley@starkfoundation.org X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Stark Foundation&rsquo\;s Library &am p\; Archive is hosting &ldquo\;Caring for Your Collections&rdquo\; a famil y workshop on \;July 21\, 2018.

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There are two sessions on \;July 21\, one in the morning from \;10:00 am -12:00 pm \;and ag ain in the afternoon from \;1:00 - 3:00pm. \;Work shops will take place in the new Education Center\, at the Stark Museum of Art. There is a $25 material fee\, per family. \;

\;

Families will receive an archive starter kit. It includes a l ightproof document box and archival quality storage supplies such as polye ster envelopes and acid-free folders. \; \;

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&ldquo\;Hurricane Harvey taught us how quickly we can lose famil y treasures\,&rdquo\; said Jenniffer Hudson Connors\, Manager of the Eunic e R. Benckenstein Library &\; Archive. \;&ldquo\;This workshop will share ways families can protect their photographs\, letters\, and documen ts for future generations. &ldquo\;Floods are not the only threat\,&rdquo\ ; said Hudson Connors\, \;&ldquo\;insects\, light\, and humidity also damage collections every day. We&rsquo\;ll talk about caring for textiles\ , like that old letter jacket or christening gown\, too.&rdquo\;
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Call or email us to reserve your seat. 409-883-0871 \, or email \;dwhatley@starkfoundation.org
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Stark Museum of Art UID:20180709T1808150Z-583899-187@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180815 SUMMARY:Lutcher Season Tickets On Sale DESCRIPTION:The Lutcher Theater for the Performing Arts announces it's 39th Seasonand season ticket packages of 4 or more shows are available now. This season the Lutcher is featuring 14 Incredible Events including 9 Nati onal Tours of Broadway shows\, 1 'Pub Concert\,' 1 Christmas musical drama \, 1 onstage radio play and 2 Grammy-winning recording artists! The lineup offers a world class experience to every audience member along with unfor gettable memories. Individual tickets will go on sale August 15\, 2018. Season ticket packages are on sale now! Visit lutcher.org for more info rmation or call the Lutcher Theater Box Office at 409.886.5535. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Lutcher Theater for the Performing Ar ts announces it's \;39th Seasonand \;season ticket packages of 4 o r more shows are available now.

\;

This seaso n the Lutcher is \;featuring \;14 Incredible Events including \;9 National Tours of Broadway shows\, 1 'Pub Concert\,' 1 Christmas music al drama\, 1 onstage radio play and 2 Grammy-winning recording artists! Th e lineup offers a world class experience to every audience member along wi th unforgettable memories.

\;

Individual tick ets will go on sale \;August 15\, 2018. \;

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Season ticket packages are on sale now! Visit&nb sp\;lutcher.org \;for more information or call the Lutcher Theate r Box Office at 409.886.5535.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lutcher Theater UID:20180709T1823310Z-583899-188@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180716T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180716T200000 SUMMARY:Auditions at Lake Charles Little Theater! RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;COUNT=3 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20180718T190000 DESCRIPTION:LCLT will hold open auditions for the production of Marvin's Ro om Monday\, July 16 and Tuesday\, July 17\, at 7pm in the lobby located at 813 Enterprise Blvd. No monologue is required. No previous experience is required. Roles for 4 women and 5 men of various ages. Readings will be ta ken from the scripts provided during the auditions. Rehearsals will begin in August and the production will be on stage 3 days a week from October 1 2 through November 28. Bessie lives in Florida where she cares for her pai n-ridden aunt and ailing father\, Marvin\, who is confined to his bed and unable to speak. When Bessie is diagnosed with leukemia\, her only hope is to contact her long-estranged sister\, Lee\, to see if their bone marrow is compatible for a transplant. Lee reluctantly makes the trip from Ohio\, bringing along her two sons\, one of whom\, Hank\, has just been released from an institution after a wave of arson. The sisters’ reunion is uneasy at best\, with long buried recriminations coming to the surface even as l ove slowly overwhelms Lee's veneer of selfishness and glib denial. Bessie' s challenge becomes reuniting Lee and Hank before he rejects her completel y for her years of neglect. Beloved for its mordant humor and unflinching wisdom\, Scott McPherson’s dark comedy allows us a moving view of one woma n’s commitment to family and response to despair. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
LCLT will h old open auditions for the production of Marvin's Room \;Monday\, J uly 16 and Tuesday\, July 17\, at 7pm \;in the lobby loc ated at 813 Enterprise Blvd.

No monologue is required. No previous experience is required. Role s for 4 women and 5 men of various ages. Readings will be taken from the s cripts provided during the auditions.

Rehearsals will begin in August and the production will b e on stage 3 days a week from \;October 12 through November 28.

Bessie lives in Florida where she cares for her pain-ridden aunt and ailing father\, Ma rvin\, who is confined to his bed and unable to speak. When Bessie is diag nosed with leukemia\, her only hope is to contact her long-estranged siste r\, Lee\, to see if their bone marrow is compatible for a transplant. Lee reluctantly makes the trip from Ohio\, bringing along her two sons\, one o f whom\, Hank\, has just been released from an institution after a wave of arson. The sisters&rsquo\; reunion is uneasy at best\, with long buried r ecriminations coming to the surface even as love slowly overwhelms Lee's v eneer of selfishness and glib denial. Bessie's challenge becomes reuniting Lee and Hank before he rejects her completely for her years of neglect. B eloved for its mordant humor and unflinching wisdom\, Scott McPherson&rsqu o\;s dark comedy allows us a moving view of one woman&rsquo\;s commitment to family and response to despair.
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CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lake Charles Little Theater UID:20180709T1908550Z-583899-189@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180714T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180714T170000 SUMMARY:Family Fun Day-Benefit for Allen Desormeaux DESCRIPTION:Family Fun Day-Benefit for Allen Desormeaux Come Join the Fun! All proceeds go to Allen Desormeaux's fight against Multiple Myeloma Kids and Parents come out and enjoy the family fun! Narcotics K9 Competition & Demo\, SWAT Trucks\, Group Trail Rides\, Kids Obstacle Course\, Laser Tag\ , Carnival Games\, Face Painting\, Fun Jump Extravaganza\, Excavator Opera tor Experience\, Pony Rides\, Petting Zoo\, Bake Sale\, Food Booths\, 4x4 Jeep Exhibit\, Lifeshare Donations\, Shaded Family Picnic Area with DJ and Music as well as Airconditioned Seating for ALL DAY FUN Volleyball and Co rnhole Tournaments as well as a Silent Auction www.all4allen.org/how2help #attackingmyeloma X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Family Fun Day-Benefit for Allen Desor meaux
Come Join the Fun!

All proceed s go to Allen Desormeaux's fight against Multiple Myeloma

Kids and Parents come out and enjoy the family fun!

Narcotics K9 Competiti on &\; Demo\, SWAT Trucks\, Group Trail Rides\, Kids Obstacle Course\, Laser Tag\, Carnival Games\, Face Painting\, Fun Jump Extravaganza\, Excav ator Operator Experience\, Pony Rides\, Petting Zoo\, Bake Sale\, Food Boo ths\, 4x4 Jeep Exhibit\, Lifeshare Donations\, Shaded Family Picnic Area w ith DJ and Music as well as Airconditioned Seating for ALL DAY FUN

Volleyball and Cornhole Tournaments as well as a Silent Auction

w ww.all4allen.org/how2help

#attackingmyeloma
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Christian World UID:20180709T2028570Z-583899-190@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180710T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180710T120000 SUMMARY:Pizza Artista Appreciation Event! RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;COUNT=6 DESCRIPTION:Pizza Artista appreciates their guests! To show our appreciatio n to their guests\, thru July 15\, Pizza Artista will be offering all our guests a 50% off special! When a guest purchases a pizza at regular menu p rice\, they get the second one of equal or lessor value for 50% off. All t hey have to do is show the offer on their phone or ask for the guest appre ciation special. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Pizza Artista appreciates their guests! \;To show our appreciation to their guests\,&nb sp\;thru \;July 15\,< /strong> \;Pizza Artista will be offering all our guests a \;50% off \;special!

When a guest purchases a pizza at regular menu price\, they get the second one of equal or lessor value f or 50% off. All they have to do is show the offer on their phone or ask fo r the guest appreciation special.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Pizza Artista UID:20180710T1651230Z-583899-191@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180727T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180727T090000 SUMMARY:Coffee with Mayor Stinson DESCRIPTION:The West Calcasieu Chamber of Commerce is hosting their next Co ffee with the Mayor in Vinton! The event begins at 8 a.m. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The West Calcasieu Chamber of Commerce is h osting their next Coffee with the Mayor in Vinton!

The event begin s at 8 a.m.
CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:Vinton City Hall UID:20180711T1411450Z-583899-192@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180721T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180721T220000 SUMMARY:Crying Eagle's 2nd Birthday Bash DESCRIPTION:Crying Eagle Brewing announced today that they will be having t heir second annual birthday bash to celebrate the July of 2016 launch of t heir brewery. The Lake Charles brewery has grown over time and has made th eir craft beers available in different parts of Louisiana and Southeast Te xas. This includes: Baton Rouge\, Lafayette\, New Orleans and surrounding areas\, Houma\, Thibodaux\, Ruston\, and Monroe. “Our ambition and ingenui ty is reflected in our brews. These aren’t your typical craft beers\,” sai d Eric Avery\, president of Crying Eagle Brewing Company. The birthday cel ebration will include the Louisiana known band\, Flamethrowers as entertai nment for the night. This will all take place at Crying Eagle Brewing in L ake Charles on Saturday\, July 21. Tickets are available for purchase on E ventbrite. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Crying Eagle Brewing announced today that t hey will be having their
second annual birthday bash to celebrate the July of 2016 launch of their brewery.

The Lake Charles brew ery has grown over time and has made their craft beers available in \; different parts of Louisiana and Southeast Texas. This includes: Baton Rou ge\, Lafayette\, \;New Orleans and surrounding areas\, Houma\, Thiboda ux\, Ruston\, and Monroe.

&ldquo\;Our ambition and ingenuity is reflected in our brews. These aren&rsquo\;t your typical craft
be ers\,&rdquo\; said Eric Avery\, president of Crying Eagle Brewing Company.

The birthday celebration will include the Louisiana known b and\, Flamethrowers as
entertainment for the night. This will all tak e place at Crying Eagle Brewing in Lake Charles on Saturday\, July 21. Tic kets are available for purchase on Eventbrite.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Crying Eagle UID:20180711T1818240Z-583899-193@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180807T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180807T200000 SUMMARY:Sulphur's National Night Out DESCRIPTION:Police Chief Lewis Coats and the Sulphur Police Department invi te the community to participate in the City’s 16th annual National Night O ut. “America’s Night Out Against Crime” will take place on Tuesday\, Augu st 7\, 2018\, from 6 to 8 PM at the West Cal Arena. This family-friendly e vent is meant to heighten awareness of crime\, drug\, and violence prevent ion efforts and encourage community participation. There will be free food and drinks\, live music\, games\, an antique car show\, and exhibits from Sulphur Police Department\, Sulphur Fire Department\, Acadian Ambulance\, Carlyss and Houston River Fire Departments\, Louisiana State Police\, Lou isiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries\, Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s O ffice\, United States Coast Guard\, Office of Homeland Security and Emerge ncy Preparedness\, Lifeshare Blood Center\, Westlake Police\, Lake Charles Police\, Sulphur Animal Control\, and many more! There will also be speci al appearances by McGruff the Crime Dog and Derrick the Miner. There will also be a drop-off site for school supply donations as the Sulphur Police Department and Sulphur City Council attempt to fill a jail cell with dona ted items. For more information about this event\, please contact Sulphur City Hall at 337-527-4500. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Police Chief Lewis Coats and the Sulphur Po lice Department invite the community to participate in the City&rsquo\;s 1 6^th \;annual National Night Out. \;

&ldquo\;Ame rica&rsquo\;s Night Out Against Crime&rdquo\; will take place on Tuesday\, August 7\, 2018\, from \;6 to 8 PM< /span> \;at the West Cal Arena. This family-friendly event is meant to heighten awareness of crime\, drug\, and violence prevention efforts and encourage community participation. There will be free food and drinks\, li ve music\, games\, an antique car show\, and exhibits from Sulphur Police Department\, Sulphur Fire Department\, Acadian Ambulance\, Carlyss and Hou ston River Fire Departments\, Louisiana State Police\, Louisiana Departmen t of Wildlife and Fisheries\, Calcasieu Parish Sheriff&rsquo\;s Office\, U nited States Coast Guard\, Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Prepa redness\, Lifeshare Blood Center\, Westlake Police\, Lake Charles Police\, Sulphur Animal Control\, and many more! There will also be special appear ances by McGruff the Crime Dog and Derrick the Miner. \;

There will also be a drop-off site for school supply donations as the Sulphur P olice Department and Sulphur City Council attempt to fill a jail cell with donated items. \;

For more information about this event\, ple ase contact Sulphur City Hall at 337-527-4500.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:West Cal Arena UID:20180711T2106370Z-583899-194@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180727T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180727T130000 SUMMARY:Joint Pain & What You Knee-d to Know About Getting Relief: Shoulder s\, Hips & Knees DESCRIPTION:Unfortunately as we get older\, joint pain can become an everyd ay nuisance that keeps us from living life to the fullest. According to th e Center for Disease Control\, 30% of adults report joint pain or stiffnes s at least once a month. Fortunately there are several approaches to treat ing and reducing joint pain\, both surgical and non-surgical. To learn mo re about joint pain risk factors\, symptoms\, and treatments please join D r. Alan Hinton\, MD\, for his lecture on joint pain and treatment. Dr. Hi nton has been in private practice in Lake Charles since 1995. He specializ es in orthopedic procedures\, including joint replacements all other surge ries with knees\, shoulders\, ankles\, hands/elbows and fractures. Dr. Hin ton is board-certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery and has a subspecialty certification in orthopedic sports medicine. He is also a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons\, Arthroscopy Associ ation of North America\, Calcasieu Parish Medical Society\, Louisiana Stat e Medical Society and Louisiana Orthopedic Association. Joint Pain & What You Knee-d to Know: Shoulders\, Hips & Knees\, is a free seminar being he ld at 12 noon on Friday\, July 27\, in the Shearman Conference Center at M emorial Hospital on Oak Park Boulevard. Light lunch will be provided\, and reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance. For more informa tion or to make a reservation\, please visit lcmh.com/seminar or call (337 ) 494-2936. You can also watch the event live online by visiting lcmh.com/ watch. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Unfortunately as we get older\, joint pain can become an everyday nuisance that keeps us from living life to the full est. According to the Center for Disease Control\, 30% of adults report jo int pain or stiffness at least once a month. Fortunately there are several approaches to treating and reducing joint pain\, both surgical and non-su rgical. \;

To learn more about joint pain risk factors\, sympt oms\, and treatments please join \;Dr. Alan Hinton\, MD\, \;for his lecture on joint pain and treatment. \;

Dr. Hinton has been in private practice in Lake Charles since 1995. He \; specializes in orthopedic procedures\, including joint replacements all ot her surgeries with knees\, shoulders\, ankles\, hands/elbows and fractures . Dr. Hinton is board-certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surger y and has a subspecialty certification in orthopedic sports medicine. He i s also a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons\, Arthrosco py Association of North America\, Calcasieu Parish Medical Society\, Louis iana State Medical Society and Louisiana Orthopedic Association. \;

Joint Pain &\; What You Knee-d to Know: Shoulders\, Hips & \; Knees\, \;is a free seminar being held at \;12 noon \;on \;Friday\, July 27\, in the Shearman Conference Ce nter at Memorial Hospital on Oak Park Boulevard. Light lunch will be provi ded\, and reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance. \;
For more information or to make a reservation\, please visit \; lcmh. com/seminar \;or call

(337) 494-2936. You can also watch t he event live online by visiting \;lcmh.com/watch.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Lake Charles Memorial Hospital UID:20180712T1358160Z-583899-195@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180717T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180717T110000 SUMMARY:City of Lake Charles Press Conference DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday\, July 17 at 10 a.m.\, the City of Lake Charles will hold a press conference at Wiley B. McMillan Park\, 343 Goos Street. Mayo r Nicholas Hunter will provide details on a new public-private partnership that will invest a half million dollars in park infrastructure and progra mming. This will be accomplished through existing revenue and private dona tions and without any additional taxation. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
On \;Tuesday\, July 17 at 10 a.m.\, the City of Lake Charles will hold a press conference at Wil ey B. McMillan Park\, \;343 Goos Street. Mayor Nicholas Hunter will provide details on a new public-private partnership that will invest a half million dollars in park infrastructure and programming. This will be accomplished through existing revenue and private donations and w ithout any additional taxation. \;
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Wiley B. McMillan Park UID:20180712T1359430Z-583899-196@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180719T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180719T200000 SUMMARY:The Artisan's Gallery 2018 Exhibit DESCRIPTION:The Henning Cultural Center is hosting the 2018 Artisan's Galle ry Exhibit starting July 19. The Center is located at 923 Ruth St in Sulp hur.   The opening reception will be from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The show will hang through August 23. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Henni ng Cultural Center is hosting the 2018 Artisan's Gallery Exhibit starting July 19. \; The Center is located at \;923 Ruth St \;in Sulphur. \; \;

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The opening reception will be from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The show will hang through August 23.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Henning Cultural Center UID:20180717T1452320Z-583899-197@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180805T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180805T210000 SUMMARY:Tournament of the Stars DESCRIPTION:The Tournament of the Stars is hosting its 12th Annual Celebrit y Golf Classic on August 5 and 6 over two great courses to benefit two gre at causes! On the 5th\, there is a gold meet & greet with auction at the B lue Martini at Golden Nugget. The following day\, golfers will play at ei ther L'Auberge Casino Resort or Golden Nugget starting at 8 a.m. with an a wards presentation at 1 p.m. This tournament gives money to Oasis\, a saf e haven for survivors of domestic and sexual violence and the TOS Scholars hip Foundation. There are also sponsorships available ranging from $200 t o $5000! Visit tournamentofthestars.com or call (337) 491-1466 for more in formation or to register! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Tournament of the Stars is hosting its 12th Annual Celebrity Golf Classic on August 5 and 6 over two great course s to benefit two great causes!

On the 5th\, there is a gold meet & amp\; greet with auction at the Blue Martini at Golden Nugget. \;

The following day\, golfers will play at either L'Auberge Casino Resor t or Golden Nugget starting at 8 a.m. with an awards presentation at 1 p.m . \;

This tournament gives money to Oasis\, a safe haven for s urvivors of domestic and sexual violence and the TOS Scholarship Foundatio n. \;

There are also sponsorships available ranging from $200 to $5000! Visit tournamentofthestars.com or call (337) 491-1466 for more i nformation or to register!
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:The Golden Nugget & L'Auberge Casino Resort UID:20180717T1536420Z-583899-198@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180806T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180806T130000 SUMMARY:Tournament of the Stars DESCRIPTION:The Tournament of the Stars is hosting its 12th Annual Celebrit y Golf Classic on August 5 and 6 over two great courses to beneift two gre at causes! On the 5th\, there is a gold meet & greet with auction at the B lue Martini at Golden Nugget. The following day\, golfers will play at ei ther L'Auberge Casino Resort or Golden Nugget starting at 8 a.m. with an a wards presentation at 1 p.m. This tournament gives money to Oasis\, a saf e haven for survivors of domestic and sexual violence and the TOS Scholars hip Foundation. There are also sponsorships available rangnign from $200 to $5000! Visit tournamentofthestars.com or call (337) 491-1466 for more i nformaiton or to register! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Tournament of the Stars is hosting its 12th Annual Celebrity Golf Classic on August 5 and 6 over two great course s to beneift two great causes!

On the 5th\, there is a gold meet & amp\; greet with auction at the Blue Martini at Golden Nugget. \;

The following day\, golfers will play at either L'Auberge Casino Resor t or Golden Nugget starting at 8 a.m. with an awards presentation at 1 p.m . \;

This tournament gives money to Oasis\, a safe haven for s urvivors of domestic and sexual violence and the TOS Scholarship Foundatio n. \;

There are also sponsorships available rangnign from $200 to $5000! Visit tournamentofthestars.com or call (337) 491-1466 for more informaiton or to register!
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:The Golden Nugget & L'Auberge Casino Resort UID:20180717T1529070Z-583899-199@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180719T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180719T183000 SUMMARY:For Parents of Kids with Disabilities DESCRIPTION: Something for Parents of Kids with Disabilities Empowering F amilies Summer Series continues at We Rock the Spectrum Kid's Gym 3714 Com mon Street Ste E\, Lake Charles\, LA 70601 Light Refreshments Provided! Cost $5 per child so your child can stay and play in a safe environment wh ile you enjoy the meeting so DON'T MISS OUT!! Space is limited! Please cal l to register in advance! For more information contact Beryl Cook or Chi na Guillory at (337) 436-2570 ·1-800-894-6558 Email: info@fhfswla.org X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
\;

Something for Parents of Kids with Disabilities \;

Empowering Families Su mmer Series continues at We Rock the Spectrum Kid's Gym

3714 Common Street Ste E\, \; Lake Charles\, LA 70601
\;

Light Refreshments Provided!

Cost $5 per child \;so your child can stay and play in a safe enviro nment while you enjoy the meeting so \;DON'T MISS OUT!!

Space is limited! Please call to register in advance!

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For more information contact Beryl Cook or China Guillory at (337) 436-2570 \;·\;1-800-894-6558 \;

Email:& nbsp\;info@fhfswla.org

CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:We Rock The Spectrum UID:20180718T1517460Z-583899-200@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180724T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180724T113000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families: Anatomy of an IEP Webinar DESCRIPTION:Like a biology student\, this presentation will dissect the par ts of the IEP document and examine their functions individually\, learning their meanings and application. It will provide constructive and practica l tips to help create an IEP that supports all of the student's needs. We will explore the parent’s role in the IEP process and learn the basics of their child’s right to special education services\, the process of develop ing special education plans\, and the parent’s role. Co-Sponsor: Families Helping Families of Southwest La. Audience: Parents\, Caregivers\, and Pro fessionals of School-Aged Children/Students. Click here to register online . X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Like a biology student\, this presentation will dissect the parts of the IEP document and examine their functions ind ividually\, learning their meanings and application. It will provide const ructive and practical tips to help create an IEP that supports all of the student's needs. We will explore the parent&rsquo\;s role in the IEP proce ss and learn the basics of their child&rsquo\;s right to special education services\, the process of developing special educa tion plans\, and the parent&rsquo\;s role. Co-Sponsor: Families Helping Fa milies of Southwest La. Audience: Parents\, Caregivers\, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students.

Click here to register onl ine.
CATEGORIES:Education UID:20180718T1521360Z-583899-201@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181103T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181103T230000 SUMMARY:Patti LaBelle at Golden Nugget DESCRIPTION:Patti LaBelle will perform in the Grand Event Center at Golden Nugget on Saturday\, November 3 at 8:00 PM. Known as the “Godmother of So ul”\, LaBelle began her career as a member of the BlueBelles\, later known as LaBelle\, which hit the charts with the disco anthem “Lady Marmalade”. Her solo career took off in 1984 with the release of chart toppers such a s “New Attitude”\, “Stir It Up”\, and “If You Only Knew”. Her duet “On My Own” with Michael McDonald was a Number One hit. LaBelle’s five decade c areer and dramatic soprano voice solidified her induction into the Grammy Hall of Fame\, Songwriters’ Hall of Fame and Rolling Stones magazine’s lis t of 100 Greatest Singers. Tickets go on sale Friday\, August 3 with pr ices starting at $40\, available online at www.goldennuggetlc.com or by vi siting the Golden Nugget Box Office\, open Tuesday through Saturday from 1 1 AM to 7 PM with extended hours on concert days. Tickets purchased online may be picked up from the Golden Nugget Box Office on the day of the show from 11 AM to 8 PM only. All guests must be 21 or older. For a complete l ist of upcoming performances and to book your stay at the Golden Nugget La ke Charles\, please visitwww.goldennuggetlc.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Patti LaBelle will perform in the Grand Eve nt Center at Golden Nugget on \;Satur day\, November 3 at 8:00 PM. \; Known as the &ldquo\;Godmother of Soul&rdquo\;\, LaBelle began her career as a member of the BlueBelles\, later known as LaBelle\, which hit the charts with the disco anthem &ldqu o\;Lady Marmalade&rdquo\;. Her solo career took off in 1984 with the relea se of chart toppers such as &ldquo\;New Attitude&rdquo\;\, &ldquo\;Stir It Up&rdquo\;\, and &ldquo\;If You Only Knew&rdquo\;. \; Her duet &ldquo \;On My Own&rdquo\; with Michael McDonald was a Number One hit. \; LaB elle&rsquo\;s five decade career and dramatic soprano voice solidified her induction into the Grammy Hall of Fame\, Songwriters&rsquo\; Hall of Fame and \;Rolling Stones \;magazine&rsquo\;s list of 100 Gre atest Singers. \; \;

Tickets go on sale \;Friday\, August 3 \;with prices starting at $40\, available online at \;www.goldennuggetlc.com \;or by visiting the Golden Nugget Box Office\, open \;Tuesday \;through \;Saturday \;from \;11 A M to 7 PM \;with extended hours on concert days. Tickets purcha sed online may be picked up from the Golden Nugget Box Office on the day o f the show from \;11 AM to 8 PM \;only. All guests must be 21 or older.

For a complete list of upcoming performances and to book your stay at the Golden Nugget Lake C harles\, please visitwww.goldennuggetlc.com.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Golden Nugget UID:20180718T1616200Z-583899-202@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180929T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180929T230000 SUMMARY:Lee Ann Womack at Golden Nugget DESCRIPTION:Country music singer/songwriter Lee Ann Womack will perform in Golden Nugget’s Grand Event Center on Saturday\, September 29 at 8:00 PM. Her 2000 single 'I Hope You Dance' was a major crossover music hit\, reach ing No. 1 on the Billboard Country Chart and became her signature song. Wo mack has emerged as a contemporary country artist\, mixed with an old fash ioned style and contrasting contemporary elements. Her other hits include “The Wrong Girl”\, “Time For Me To Go”\, “Mendocino Country Line”\, “There ’s More Where That Came From” Tickets go on sale Friday\, July 20 with pr ices starting at $10\, available online at www.goldennuggetlc.com or by vi siting the Golden Nugget Box Office\, open Tuesday through Saturday from 1 1 AM to 7 PM with extended hours on concert days. Tickets purchased online may be picked up from the Golden Nugget Box Office on the day of the show from 11 AM to 8 PM only. All guests must be 21 or older. For a complete list of upcoming performances and to book your stay at the Golden Nugget L ake Charles\, please visitwww.goldennuggetlc.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Country music singer/songwriter Lee Ann Wom ack will perform in Golden Nugget&rsquo\;s Grand Event Center on Saturday\ , September 29 at 8:00 PM. \;Her 2000 single 'I Hope You Dance' was a major crossover music hit\, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Country Chart and became her signature song. Womack has emerged as a contemporary countr y artist\, mixed with an old fashioned style and contrasting contemporary elements. Her other hits include &ldquo\;The Wrong Girl&rdquo\;\, &ldquo\; Time For Me To Go&rdquo\;\, &ldquo\;Mendocino Country Line&rdquo\;\, &ldqu o\;There&rsquo\;s More Where That Came From&rdquo\; \;

Tickets go on sale \;Friday\, July 20 \;with prices starting at $10\, available online at \;www.goldenn uggetlc.com \;or by visiting the Golden Nugget Box Office\, open&n bsp\;Tuesday \;through \;< span data-term='goog_489051765'>Saturday \;from \;11 AM to 7 PM \;with extended hours on concert days. Tickets purchased online may be picked up from the Golden Nu gget Box Office on the day of the show from 11 AM to 8 PM only. All guests must be 21 or older. \;

For a complete list of upcoming perfo rmances and to book your stay at the Golden Nugget Lake Charles\, please v isitwww.goldennuggetlc.com.

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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Golden Nugget UID:20180718T1616060Z-583899-203@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180720T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180720T083000 SUMMARY:Ribbon Cutting at Walmart on the Bayou DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html: CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Wamart on the Bayou UID:20180718T1836150Z-583899-204@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180827T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180827T140000 SUMMARY:Faces of Our Community Program DESCRIPTION:The Carnegie Memorial Library\, located at 411 Pujo St. in down town Lake Charles\, is hosting a lunchtime “Faces of Our Community” progra m on Monday\, August 27 from 11:30 am until 2 pm in which attendees will b e able to check out a “human book” for approximately 10-20 minutes and lis ten to the participant's account of the topic that they are sharing. In c elebration of Labor Day\, citizens will have opportunity to visit and ask questions with those in our eclectic workforce and learn about how they de al with barriers/acceptance in the workplace\, how they achieved employmen t\, what their jobs entail\, and how they broke the glass ceiling. A wide variety of community members\, ranging from senior citizens in the workfo rce\, to those bullied for their ethnicity\, to a retired Union member\, a nd more have volunteered to share their unique perspectives\, one-on-one\, and give attendees a chance to learn from their work experiences. The pr ogram\, co-hosted by the City of Lake Charles’ Leadership Team for Communi ty Diversity & Inclusion and the Calcasieu Parish Public Library\, is inte nded to tear down prejudices by giving people the opportunity to talk with those they might not normally have the chance to interact with. The even t is free and open to the public. A light lunch provided by the Friends o f the Library\, Calcasieu will be served. For more information\, contact Dena Jourdan from the City of Lake Charles at (337) 491-1465 or Megan Thom as from the Calcasieu Parish Public Library at (337) 721-7121. Attendees are asked to please RSVP by calling Megan Thomas at (337) 721-7121. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Carnegie Memorial Library\, located at& nbsp\;411 Pujo St. in downtown Lake Charles\, is hosting a lunch time &ldquo\;Faces of Our Community&rdquo\; program on Monday\, August 27 from 11:30 am until 2 pm in which attendees will be able to check out a &l dquo\;human book&rdquo\; for approximately 10-20 minutes and listen to the participant's account of the topic that they are sharing. \;

In celebration of Labor Day\, citizens will have opportunity to visit and ask questions with those in our eclectic workforce and learn about how the y deal with barriers/acceptance in the workplace\, how they achieved emplo yment\, what their jobs entail\, and how they broke the glass ceiling.&nbs p\;

A wide variety of community members\, ranging from senior citi zens in the workforce\, to those bullied for their ethnicity\, to a retire d Union member\, and more have volunteered to share their unique perspecti ves\, one-on-one\, and give attendees a chance to learn from their work ex periences. \;

The program\, co-hosted by the City of Lake Char les&rsquo\; Leadership Team for Community Diversity &\; Inclusion and t he Calcasieu Parish Public Library\, is intended to tear down prejudices b y giving people the opportunity to talk with those they might not normally have the chance to interact with. \;

The event is free and op en to the public. \; A light lunch provided by the Friends of the Libr ary\, Calcasieu will be served. \;

For more information\, cont act Dena Jourdan from the City of Lake Charles at (337) 491-1465 or Megan Thomas from the Calcasieu Parish Public Library at (337) 721-7121. \;< /p>
Attendees are asked to please RSVP by calling Megan Thomas at (337 ) 721-7121.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Carnegie Memorial Library UID:20180719T1929530Z-583899-205@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180724T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180724T091500 SUMMARY:Ribbon Cutting at Best Buy DESCRIPTION:Ribbon Cutting @ Best Buy Completion of Store Renovation Tuesda y\, July 24th @ 9 AM 715 W. Prien Lake Rd. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Ribbon Cutting @ Best Buy
Completion of Store Renovation
Tuesday\, July 24^th \;@ 9 AM
715 W. Prien Lake Rd.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20180723T1511540Z-583899-206@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180816T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180816T190000 SUMMARY:Ribbon Cutting at The Calcasieu Industrial Park in Sulphur DESCRIPTION:Ribbon Cutting @ Calcasieu Industrial Park- Sulphur Open House Until 7 PM Serving Boiled Shrimp & Jambalaya 2861 Calcasieu Industrial Dri ve Off of Swisco Road behind Canal Barge X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Ribbon Cutting @ Calcasieu Industrial Park- Sulphur
Open House Until \;7 PM
Serving Boiled Shr imp &\; Jambalaya
2861 Calcasieu Industrial Drive
Off of Swis co Road behind Canal Barge
CATEGORIES:General UID:20180723T1515200Z-583899-207@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180818T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180818T200000 SUMMARY:Movie Night at Shangri La DESCRIPTION:Join us at Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center the e vening ofAugust 18th\, starting at 6 p.m. for a back-to-school kickoff cel ebration free of charge\, presented by International Paper.  Bring the ent ire family for an evening stroll through the gardens\, family-friendly gam es and activities focusing on sustainability\, and an outdoor full-length animated feature film. A school supply donation drive will be held to bene fit area school children in need. Set up a lawn chair or blanket\, have so me popcorn\, and enjoy a movie with the entire family! Orange Lions Club will be selling popcorn\, snacks and drinks.  Orange Christian Services w ill be onsite to collect your school supply donations. Doors open at 6 p.m . with the film beginning at 8:30 p.m. Print your free E-ticket at home and bring your school supply donations to the front entrance. Get your F REE tickets at shangrilagardens.org. A ticket is required for entry. For more information\, visit shangrilagardens.org. Garden Rules Apply. Shan gri La Gardens and Nature Center continues to be temporarily closed and wi ll open for one night only for movie night. Please check our website for t he exact date of reopening after Labor Day. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us at \;Shangri La Botanical Gar dens and Nature Center the evening ofAugust 18^th\, starting at \;6 p.m. \;for a back-to-school ki ckoff celebration free of charge\, presented by International Paper. \ ; \;Bring the entire family for an evening stroll through the gardens\ , family-friendly games and activities focusing on sustainability\, and an outdoor full-length animated feature film. A school supply donation drive will be held to benefit area school children in need. Set up a lawn chair or blanket\, have some popcorn\, and enjoy a movie with the entire family !

\;

Orange Lions Club will be selling popcor n\, snacks and drinks. \; \;Orange Christian Services will be onsi te to collect your school supply donations. Doors open at \;6 p.m. \;with the film beginning at \;8:30 p.m.

\;

Print your free E-ticket at home and b ring your school supply donations to the front entrance.

\;

Get your FREE tickets at \;shangrilagardens .org. \;A ticket is required for entry.

\;

For more information\, visit \;shangrilagardens.org< /a>. Garden Rules Apply.

\;

Shangri La Garden s and Nature Center continues to be temporarily closed and will open for o ne night only for movie night. Please check our website for the exact date of reopening after Labor Day.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Shangri La Botanical Gardens UID:20180723T1941120Z-583899-209@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180812T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180812T160000 SUMMARY:Lake Charles Little Theater Membership Sign-Up Event! DESCRIPTION:Join us on Sunday\, August 12\, from 3:00pm - 4:00pm in the lob by at LCLT for a membership sign-up event! There will be door prize drawin gs and the opportunity to win Popcorn for the entire season. We will have membership forms on-site and will have refreshments for all those in atten dance. If you've already completed the membership process\, we will add yo ur name for the 'Season supply of popcorn' drawing\, but you are invited t o attend the event and meet the new Board of Directors and check-out our l obby upgrades! Immediately following the membership sign-up\, LCLT will be have our annual members meeting. There are membership forms outside t he lobby doors if you want to pick one up\, fill it out\, and drop it in o ur mail slot on the front of the building. If you need assistance then ple ase call 337-433-7988 and leave a message. Thank you and hope to see you A ugust 12th! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us on \;Sunday\, August 12\, from \; 3:00pm - 4:00pm \;in the lobby at LCLT for a membership sign-up event! There will be door prize drawings and the opportunity to win Popcorn for the entire season. We will have membership forms on-site and will have refreshments for all those in attendance. If you've already completed the membership process\, we will add your name fo r the 'Season supply of popcorn' drawing\, but you are invited to attend t he event and meet the new Board of Directors and check-out our lobby upgra des!

\;

Immediately following the membership sign-up\, LCLT w ill be have our annual members meeting.

\;

There are membersh ip forms outside the lobby doors if you want to pick one up\, fill it out\ , and drop it in our mail slot on the front of the building. If you need a ssistance then please call 337-433-7988 and leave a message.

Thank you and hope to see you \;August 12th!
CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:Lake Charles Little Theater UID:20180723T2051310Z-583899-210@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180807T063000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180807T090000 SUMMARY:City of Lake Charles: National Night Out DESCRIPTION:National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign tha t promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to m ake neighborhoods safer\, more enjoyable places to live. The National Nig ht Out program culminates annually on the first Tuesday of August. Neighbo rs participate across thousands of communities from all 50 states\, United States territories\, Canadian cities\, and military bases worldwide. The Lake Charles Police Department has announced this year’s event will be he ld at the Lake Charles Civic Center Exhibition Hall on Tuesday\, August 7\ , from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Several booths will provide information on public sa fety\, as well as varying public service members in the community. A kids zone for children age 4 to 12 will be setup\, and pizza will be provided f or children. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
National Night Out is an annual community-b uilding campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborh ood camaraderie to make neighborhoods safer\, more enjoyable places to liv e. \;

The National Night Out program culminates annually on th e first Tuesday of August. Neighbors participate across thousands of commu nities from all 50 states\, United States territories\, Canadian cities\, and military bases worldwide. \;

The Lake Charles Police Depar tment has announced this year&rsquo\;s event will be held at the Lake Char les Civic Center Exhibition Hall on Tuesday\, August 7\, from 6:30 to 9 p. m. Several booths will provide information on public safety\, as well as v arying public service members in the community. A kids zone for children a ge 4 to 12 will be setup\, and pizza will be provided for children.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20180725T1402550Z-583899-211@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180801T040000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180801T050000 SUMMARY:Workshops for Non-Profit Organizations RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20180920;BYDAY=WE EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20180815T040000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20180829T040000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20180912T040000 DESCRIPTION:The Arts Council and LANO are sponsoring a series of free works hops for Non-Profit Organizations.  Seating is limited. First up is a wor kshop dealing with Board Governance\; the dos and don’ts of a Non-Profit B oard. This workshop is scheduled for August 1\, beginning at 4 p.m. in Ro om 108 at Central School. There will be refreshments and free material de signed by LANO to hand out. You don’t want to miss this 1st Workshop. Al l workshops will be held at the same place. Future workshops are as follo ws: August 8\, 2018 @ 4 PM designed specifically for your Board entitled Board Calendaring – how to plan your events and other important info\; Aug ust 22\, 2018 @ 11:30 with lunch provided\, entitled Volunteer Management and Recruitment\; September 5\, 2018 @ 11:30 with lunch provided\, entitle d Developing A Fund Development Plan\; and September 19\, 2018 @ 11:30 wit h lunch provided\, entitled Grant Writing Basics. Please keep in mind\, th ese are workshops designed to help you continue providing great service by your organization and to also help make your organization stronger. You may have new members in your organization and on your Board that could gre atly benefit from these topics as well as help strengthen your veteran mem bers. Please register with the Arts Council Office for these great events . Call: 337-439-2787 Email: RobinA@artscouncilswla.org X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Arts Council and LANO are sponsoring a series of free workshops for Non-Profit Organizations. \; \;Seatin g is limited. \;

First up is a workshop dealing with Board Gov ernance\; the dos and don&rsquo\;ts of a Non-Profit Board. \; This wor kshop is scheduled for \;August 1\, < /span>beginning at \;4 p.m. in Room 108 at Central School. \; There will be refreshments and free ma terial designed by LANO to hand out. \; You don&rsquo\;t want to miss this 1^st \;Workshop. \;

All workshops will be h eld at the same place. \; Future workshops are as follows: \;

August 8\, 2018 @ 4 PM& nbsp\;designed specifically for your Board entitled Board Calendaring &nda sh\; how to plan your events and other important info\;

August 22\, 2018 @ 11:30 \;with lunch provided\, entitled Volunteer Management and Recruitment\;

September 5\, 2018 @ 11:30 \;with l unch provided\, entitled Developing A Fund Development Plan\; and
September 19\, 2018 @ 11:30 \;with lunch provided\, entitled Grant Writing Basics.

Ple ase keep in mind\, these are workshops designed to help you continue provi ding great service by your organization and to also help make your organiz ation stronger. \;

You may have new members in your organizati on and on your Board that could greatly benefit from these topics as well as help strengthen your veteran members. \;

Please register wi th the Arts Council Office for these great events.

Call: 337-439-2 787 \;

Email: \;RobinA@artscouncilswla.org
CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations UID:20180725T1505280Z-583899-212@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180802T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180802T170000 SUMMARY:Frances Fitz-Gerald Estate Sale RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;COUNT=3 DESCRIPTION:This beautiful home is over 4\,000 sq. ft. includes a beautiful pool\, a pool house and many rooms full of things to temp anyone! It has everything from landscaping statues\, beautiful pots\, outdoor dining tabl es and chairs\, lounge chairs for by the pool and a garage full of holiday decorations and tools (even a riding lawnmower)!  Beautiful house content s with lots of kitchen ware\, dishes\, crystal\, silver\, linens\, card ta bles\, beds\, sofas\, rugs\, and a gorgeous dining set with a matching chi na hutch and side board. We also have an entire room dedicated to LSU merc handise and decor\, so all you tiger fans come on out\, you'll be sure to find something! There will also be a huge Mardi Gras/costume section! So t hose who love Mardi Gras and parties please don't miss this!! We have plen ty of Mardi Gras and party accessories/costumes cheaper than you will find anyware\, so get ready for the fall holiday season and come shop with us! Dates & Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm August 2\,3 and 4 Address: 6901 Meadowview L oop Lake Charles\, La 70605 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This beautiful home is \;over 4\,000 sq . ft. includes a beautiful pool\, a \;pool house \;and many rooms full \;of things to temp anyone! It has everything from \;landscap ing statues\, beautiful pots\, outdoor dining tables and chairs\, lounge c hairs for by the pool \;and a garage full of holiday decorations and t ools (even a riding lawnmower)! \; \;Beautiful house contents with lots of kitchen ware\, dishes\, crystal\, silver\, linens\, card tables\, beds\, sofas\, rugs\, and a gorgeous \;dining set with a matching chi na hutch and side board. We also have an entire room dedicated to \;LS U merchandise and decor\, so all you tiger fans come on out\, you'll be su re to find something! There will also be a huge Mardi Gras/costume section ! So those \;who love Mardi Gras and parties please don't miss this!! We have plenty of Mardi Gras and party accessories/costumes cheaper than y ou will \;find anyware\, so get ready for the fall holiday season and come shop with us!

D ates &\; Hours:
8:00am-5:00pm
August 2\,3 and 4

Address:
6901 Meadowview Loop
Lake Charles\, La
70605 \;
\;
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Meadowview Loop UID:20180725T2048090Z-583899-213@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180807T010000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180807T030000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families: EarlySteps Transition DESCRIPTION:Register Today for EarlySteps Transition Workshop scheduled for August 7\, 2018! EarlySteps and Families Helping Families of SWLA would like to invite you to attend an EarlySteps Transition Workshop from 1 PM t o 3 PM Tuesday\, August 7\, 2018 at Families Helping Families of SWLA\, 29 27 Hodges Street\, Lake Charles\, LA 70601.    This workshop will share in formation on what every parent needs to know about EarlySteps Transition. Join China Guillory\, EarlySteps Community Outreach Specialist\, as she w alks you through the process of transition from EarlySteps. Guest Speaker : Mylinda Elliott will talk about IDEA Transition for 3 year olds. As the re is limited seating\, you must register to attend. Contact China Guillor y at info@fhfswla.org or (337) 436-2570 Click here to register today! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Register Today for EarlySteps Transition Wo rkshop scheduled for \;August 7\, 2018! \;

EarlySteps and Families Helping Families of SWLA would like to invite you to attend \ ;an EarlySteps Transition Workshop from \;1 PM to 3 PM Tuesday\, Augus t 7\, 2018 \;at Families Helping Families of SWLA\, \;2927 Hodges Street\, Lake Charles\, LA 70601. \; \; \;

This workshop will share information on what every parent needs to know about EarlySteps Transition . \; Join China Guillory\, EarlySteps \;Community Outreach Special ist\, as she walks you through the process of transition from EarlySteps.& nbsp\; Guest Speaker: Mylinda Elliott will talk about IDEA Transition for 3 year olds. \;

As there is limited seating\, you must registe r to attend. Contact China Guillory at i nfo@fhfswla.org or (337) 436-2570 \;

Click \;here to register today!
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Families Helping Families UID:20180726T1404110Z-583899-214@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181117T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181117T220000 SUMMARY:Kris Kristofferson at Golden Nugget DESCRIPTION:Kris Kristofferson will be joined by the band\, The Strangers\, when he performs in the Grand Event Center at Golden Nugget Lake Charles on Saturday\, November 17 at 8:00 PM. Heralded as an artist’s artist\, the three time Grammy winner and 2004 Country Music Hall of Fame inductee\, h as recorded 29 albums\, including three with friends Willie Nelson\, Johnn y Cash\, and Waylon Jennings as The Highwaymen. With a music career that b egan in songwriting\, it was estimated by 1987 that more than 450 artists had recorded songs written by Kristofferson. His hits “Me and Bobby McGee” \, “Help Me Make It Through The Night”\, “For The Good Times”\, and “Sunda y Morning Coming Down”\, helped to redefine country songwriting. Kristoffe rson is also known for starring roles in “Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore” \, “Heaven’s Gate”\, the “Blade” trilogy\, “Lone Star” and “A Star is Born ” for which he won the 1977 Golden Globe for Best Actor. Tickets go on sale Friday\, August17 with prices starting at $15\, available online at w ww.goldennuggetlc.com or by visiting the Golden Nugget Box Office\, open T uesday through Saturday from 11 AM to 7 PM with extended hours on concert days. Tickets purchased online may be picked up from the Golden Nugget Box Office on the day of the show from 11 AM to 8 PM only. All guests must be 21 or older. For a complete list of upcoming performances and to book yo ur stay at the Golden Nugget Lake Charles\, please visitwww.goldennuggetlc .com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Kris Kristofferson will be joined by the ba nd\, The Strangers\, when he performs in the Grand Event Center at Golden Nugget Lake Charles on Saturday\, November 17 at 8:00 PM. Heralded as an a rtist&rsquo\;s artist\, the three time Grammy winner and 2004 Country Musi c Hall of Fame inductee\, has recorded 29 albums\, including three with fr iends Willie Nelson\, Johnny Cash\, and Waylon Jennings as The Highwaymen. With a music career that began in songwriting\, it was estimated by 1987 that more than 450 artists had recorded songs written by Kristofferson. Hi s hits &ldquo\;Me and Bobby McGee&rdquo\;\, &ldquo\;Help Me Make It Throug h The Night&rdquo\;\, &ldquo\;For The Good Times&rdquo\;\, and &ldquo\;Sunday \;Morning Coming Down&rdqu o\;\, helped to redefine country songwriting. Kristofferson is also known for starring roles in &ldquo\;Alice Doesn&rsquo\;t Live Here Anymore&rdquo \;\, &ldquo\;Heaven&rsquo\;s Gate&rdquo\;\, the &ldquo\;Blade&rdquo\; tril ogy\, &ldquo\;Lone Star&rdquo\; and &ldquo\;A Star is Born&rdquo\; for whi ch he won the 1977 Golden Globe for Best Actor. \; \;

Tic kets go on sale \;Friday\, August17 \;with prices starting at $15\, available online at \;www.go ldennuggetlc.com \;or by visiting the Golden Nugget Box Office\, o pen \;Tuesday \;through&nb sp\;Saturday \;from \;11 AM to 7 PM \;with extended hour s on concert days. Tickets purchased online may be picked up from the Gold en Nugget Box Office on the day of the show from \;11 AM to 8 PM \;only. All guests must be 21 or ol der. \;

For a complete list of upcoming performances and to bo ok your stay at the Golden Nugget Lake Charles\, please visitwww.goldennug getlc.com.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Golden Nugget UID:20180727T1435420Z-583899-215@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180803T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180804T000000 SUMMARY:Stuff the Truck DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html: CATEGORIES:Just for Kids UID:20180727T1951090Z-583899-216@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180814T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180814T200000 SUMMARY:Linked: Free Workshop for Foster Parents RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;UNTIL=20190612;BYDAY=2TU DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles is hosting a free workshop for foster parents and others interested in learning more about child safety and well being. The workshop entitled “Linked” is being held the second Tuesday of every month from 6 to 8 p.m. at Church of the King\, 2145 Oak Park Blvd\, Lake Charles. The date and topic for next twelve months are: August 14\, 2018 – Disciple Strategies September 11\, 2018 Fire Safety October 9\, 201 8 – Healthy Eating November 13\, 2018 – TBD December 11\, 2018 – TBD Janua ry 8\, 2019 – Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) Law Februa ry 12\, 2019 – Benefits of Reading March 12\, 2019 – Child Obesity April 9 \, 2019 – Planning For College May 7\, 2019 – TBD June 11\, 2019 – TBD Fo ster parents can receive one training hour per workshop. The workshop is f ree to the public\, and dinner and childcare is provided. Pre-registration is required. You can register to attend at www.swlafostercare.com or call (337) 491-8735 for more information. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles is hosting a free workshop for foster parents and others interested in learning more about c hild safety and wellbeing. The workshop entitled &ldquo\;Linked&rdquo\; is being held the second \;Tuesday \;of every month from \;6 to 8 p.m. \;at Church of the King\, \;2145 Oak Park Blvd\, Lake Charles. \;

The date and to pic for next twelve months are:

August 14\, 2018 &ndash\; D isciple Strategies

September 1 1\, 2018 \;Fire Safety

October 9\, 2018 \;&ndash\; Healthy Eating

November 13\, 2018 \;&ndash\; TBD
December 11\, 2018 \ ;&ndash\; TBD

January 8\, 2019 \;&ndash\; Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) L aw

February 12\, 2019&n bsp\;&ndash\; Benefits of Reading

March 12\, 2019 \;&ndash\; Child Obesity

April 9\, 2019 \;&ndash\; Planning Fo r College

May 7\, 2019& nbsp\;&ndash\; TBD

June 11\, 2 019 \;&ndash\; TBD \;

Foster parents can re ceive one training hour per workshop. \;The workshop is free to the pu blic\, and dinner and childcare is provided. Pre-registration is required. You can register to attend at \;www.swlafostercare.com \;or c all (337) 491-8735 for more information.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Church of the King UID:20180807T1604160Z-583899-217@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181108T060000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181108T090000 SUMMARY:West Calcasieu Annual Banquet DESCRIPTION:WCCC 69th Annual Banquet 'Why Loud is Losing' with Kyle Sexton The banquet is set for\, Thursday evening\, November 8\, 2018 and at the Isle of Capri Casino & Hotel located at 100 Westlake Ave\, Westlake\, LA 70669. Tables and sponsorships are available. Click here for more inform ation. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
WCCC 69th Annual Banquet

'Why Loud is Losing' with Kyle Sexton

\;

The banquet is s et for\, \; Thursday \;evening\, \;November 8\, 2018 \;and at the Isle of Capri Casino \;&\; \;Hotel located at \;100 Westlak e Ave\, Westlake\, LA 70669.

\;

~~Tables and sponsorships are available.~~

Click her e for more information.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Isle of Capri Casino Hotel UID:20180807T1613050Z-583899-218@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180823T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180823T183000 SUMMARY:Empowering Families DESCRIPTION:Families Helping Famililes is hosting their next Empowering Fam ilies event on Thursday\, August 23\, 2018\, from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM So mething for Parents of Kids with Disabilities at We Rock the Spectrum Kid' s Gym 3714 Common Street Ste E Lake Charles\, LA 70601 Light Refreshment s Provided! Cost $5 per child so your child can stay and play in a safe en vironment while you enjoy the meeting so DON'T MISS OUT!! Space is limited ! Please call to register in advance! For more information contact Beryl Cook or China Guillory at (337) 436-2570 ·1-800-894-6558 Email: info@fhf swla.org X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Families Helping Famililes is hosting the ir next Empowering Families event on \;Thursday\, August 23\, 2018\ , \;from \;5:30 PM to 6:30 PM \ ;

\;

Something for Parents of Kids with Disab ilities at We Rock the Spectrum Kid's Gym

3714 Common Street Ste E
Lake Charles\, LA 70601

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Light Refreshments Provided!

Co st $5 per child \;so your child can stay and play in a safe environmen t while you enjoy the meeting so \;DON'T MISS OUT!!

Space is limited! Please call to register in advance!

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For more information contact Beryl Cook or

China G uillory at (337) 436-2570 \;·\;1-800-894-6558 \;
Email: \;info@fhfswla.org

CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:We Rock The Spectrum UID:20180807T1815500Z-583899-219@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180801 SUMMARY:Healthy Size: back to School\, Back to Good Habits DESCRIPTION:Healthy Size wants to remind everyone to do the following: 1) Get Enough Sleep 2) Eat Breakfast 3) Establish a Routine 4) Plan Your Meal s 5) Exercise 6) Ask for Help You can ask Healthy Size for help at either their Lake Charles or Jennings. Click here to learn more. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Healthy Siz e wants to remind everyone to do the following: \;

1) Get Enough Sleep

2) Eat Breakfast

3) Establish a Routine

4) Plan Your Meals

5 ) Exercise

6) Ask for Help< /span>

You can ask Healthy Size fo r help at either their Lake Charles or Jennings. \;

Click her e to learn more.
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement UID:20180807T1947200Z-583899-220@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180814T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180814T190000 SUMMARY:LADOTD Public Meetings on I-210 DESCRIPTION:The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development will conduct informational public meetings for the upcoming I-210 Prien Lake B ridge repair project. The I-210 project is expected to start this fall wi th an estimated completion of Fall 2019. The project begins at mile marker 0.5 east of the I-10 Jct. to mile marker 3.8 near Exit 4 for Nelson Rd./L ’Auberge Blvd. Construction work for the project will happen in five phase s with major construction work beginning on the eastbound bridge then cont inuing to the westbound bridge. The purpose of the meetings is to provide an overview of the project\, construction zone and traffic\, as well as\, educate the public on how to stay informed. A presentation will be presen ted at the meetings\, and additional project information will be available . LADOTD staff will be available to answer questions and discuss issues re lated to the project. The public meetings have been scheduled as follows ( please note the schedule is subject to change to due inclement weather or any unforeseeable circumstances): Sulphur Meeting Tuesday\, August 14\, 2018 6-7 p.m. Sulphur Regional Library 1160 Cypress St.\, Sulphur\, LA 70663 Westlake Meeting Tuesday\, August 28\, 2018 6-7 p.m. Westlake Cit y Hall 1001 Mulberry St.\, Westlake\, LA 70669 Central Lake Charles Meeti ng Tuesday\, September 4\, 2018 6-7 p.m. OHSEP Conf. Room 901 Lakeshore D r.\, Lake Charles\, LA 70602 South Lake Charles Meeting Wednesday\, Sept ember 19\, 2018 6-7 p.m. Central Library 301 West Claude St.\, Lake Cha rles\, LA 70605 Mossville Meeting Tuesday\, September 25\, 2018 6-7 p.m. M ossville Recreation Center 3825 Old Spanish Trail Westlake\, LA 70669 The DOTD would like to thank the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury and the City of Westlake for hosting us at their facilities. Should you need to request s pecial accommodations to participate in this public meeting\, please conta ct LADOTD by mail at the address shown below\, or by telephone at 337-437- 9101\, at least five working days prior to the meeting. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development will conduct informational public meetings for the upcomin g I-210 Prien Lake Bridge repair project. \;

The I-210 proj ect is expected to start this fall with an estimated completion of Fall 20 19. The project begins at mile marker 0.5 east of the I-10 Jct. to mile ma rker 3.8 near Exit 4 for Nelson Rd./L&rsquo\;Auberge Blvd. Construction wo rk for the project will happen in five phases with major construction work beginning on the eastbound bridge then continuing to the westbound bridge . \;

The purpose of the meetings is to provide an overview of the project\, construction zone and traffic\, as well as\, educate the public on how to stay informed. A presentation will be presented at the me etings\, and additional project information will be available. LADOTD staf f will be available to answer questions and discuss issues related to the project.

The public meetings have been scheduled as follows (pl ease note the schedule is subject to change to due inclement weather or an y unforeseeable circumstances): \;

Sulphur Meeting \;
Tue sday\, August 14\, 2018
6-7 p.m. \;
Sulphur Regional Library \;
1160 Cypress St.\,&nbs p\;
Sulphur\, LA 70663

Westlake Meeting \;
Tuesday\, August 28\, 2018 \;
6-7 p.m. \;
Westlake City Hall \;
1001 Mulberry St.\,
Westlake\, LA 70669

Central Lake Charles Meeting
Tuesday\, Sep tember 4\, 2018
6-7 p.m.
OHSEP Conf. Room \;
901 Lakeshore Dr.\, \;
Lak e Charles\, LA 70602

South Lake Charles Meeting \;
Wednesday\ , September 19\, 2018 \;
6-7 p.m.
Central Library \;
301 West Claude St.\,&nbs p\;
Lake Charles\, LA 70605

Mossville Meeting
Tuesday\, September 25\, 2018
6-7 p.m.
Mossville Recreation Center
3825 Old Spanish Trail
W estlake\, LA 70669

The DOTD would like to thank the Calcasieu P arish Police Jury and the City of Westlake for hosting us at their facilit ies. \;

Should you need to request special accommodations t o participate in this public meeting\, please contact LADOTD by mail at th e address shown below\, or by telephone at 337-437-9101\, at least five wo rking days prior to the meeting.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Sulphur Regional Library UID:20180808T1420240Z-583899-221@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180828T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180828T190000 SUMMARY:LADOTD Public Meetings on I-210 DESCRIPTION:The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development will conduct informational public meetings for the upcoming I-210 Prien Lake B ridge repair project. The I-210 project is expected to start this fall wi th an estimated completion of Fall 2019. The project begins at mile marker 0.5 east of the I-10 Jct. to mile marker 3.8 near Exit 4 for Nelson Rd./L ’Auberge Blvd. Construction work for the project will happen in five phase s with major construction work beginning on the eastbound bridge then cont inuing to the westbound bridge. The purpose of the meetings is to provide an overview of the project\, construction zone and traffic\, as well as\, educate the public on how to stay informed. A presentation will be presen ted at the meetings\, and additional project information will be available . LADOTD staff will be available to answer questions and discuss issues re lated to the project. The public meetings have been scheduled as follows ( please note the schedule is subject to change to due inclement weather or any unforeseeable circumstances): Westlake Meeting Tuesday\, August 28\, 2018 6-7 p.m. Westlake City Hall 1001 Mulberry St.\, Westlake\, LA 706 69 Central Lake Charles Meeting Tuesday\, September 4\, 2018 6-7 p.m. OHSE P Conf. Room 901 Lakeshore Dr.\, Lake Charles\, LA 70602 South Lake Char les Meeting Wednesday\, September 19\, 2018 6-7 p.m. Central Library 30 1 West Claude St.\, Lake Charles\, LA 70605 Mossville Meeting Tuesday\, S eptember 25\, 2018 6-7 p.m. Mossville Recreation Center 3825 Old Spanish T rail Westlake\, LA 70669 The DOTD would like to thank the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury and the City of Westlake for hosting us at their facilities. Should you need to request special accommodations to participate in this public meeting\, please contact LADOTD by mail at the address shown below\ , or by telephone at 337-437-9101\, at least five working days prior to th e meeting. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development will conduct informational public meetings for the upcomin g I-210 Prien Lake Bridge repair project. \;

The I-210 proj ect is expected to start this fall with an estimated completion of Fall 20 19. The project begins at mile marker 0.5 east of the I-10 Jct. to mile ma rker 3.8 near Exit 4 for Nelson Rd./L&rsquo\;Auberge Blvd. Construction wo rk for the project will happen in five phases with major construction work beginning on the eastbound bridge then continuing to the westbound bridge . \;

The purpose of the meetings is to provide an overview of the project\, construction zone and traffic\, as well as\, educate the public on how to stay informed. A presentation will be presented at the me etings\, and additional project information will be available. LADOTD staf f will be available to answer questions and discuss issues related to the project.

The public meetings have been scheduled as follows (pl ease note the schedule is subject to change to due inclement weather or an y unforeseeable circumstances): \;

Westlake Meeting \;
Tu esday\, August 28\, 2018 \;
6-7 p.m. \;
Westlake City Ha ll \;
1001 Mulberry St.\,
Westlake\, LA 70669

Central Lake Charles Meeting
Tuesda y\, September 4\, 2018
6-7 p.m.
OHSEP Conf. Room \;
901 Lakeshore Dr.\, \;Lake Charles\, LA 70602

South Lake Charles Meeting \;
Wed nesday\, September 19\, 2018 \;
6-7 p.m.
Central Library&nbs p\;
301 West Claude St .\, \;
Lake Charles\, LA 70605

Mossville Meeting
Tue sday\, September 25\, 2018
6-7 p.m.
Mossville Recreation Center< br />3825 Old Spanish Trail
Westlake\, LA 70669

The DOTD would like to thank the Calc asieu Parish Police Jury and the City of Westlake for hosting us at their facilities. \;

Should you need to request special accommoda tions to participate in this public meeting\, please contact LADOTD by mai l at the address shown below\, or by telephone at 337-437-9101\, at least five working days prior to the meeting.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Westlake City Hall UID:20180808T1421060Z-583899-222@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180904T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180904T190000 SUMMARY:LADOTD Public Meetings on I-210 DESCRIPTION:The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development will conduct informational public meetings for the upcoming I-210 Prien Lake B ridge repair project. The I-210 project is expected to start this fall wi th an estimated completion of Fall 2019. The project begins at mile marker 0.5 east of the I-10 Jct. to mile marker 3.8 near Exit 4 for Nelson Rd./L ’Auberge Blvd. Construction work for the project will happen in five phase s with major construction work beginning on the eastbound bridge then cont inuing to the westbound bridge. The purpose of the meetings is to provide an overview of the project\, construction zone and traffic\, as well as\, educate the public on how to stay informed. A presentation will be presen ted at the meetings\, and additional project information will be available . LADOTD staff will be available to answer questions and discuss issues re lated to the project. The public meetings have been scheduled as follows ( please note the schedule is subject to change to due inclement weather or any unforeseeable circumstances): Central Lake Charles Meeting Tuesday\, September 4\, 2018 6-7 p.m. OHSEP Conf. Room 901 Lakeshore Dr.\, Lake Ch arles\, LA 70602 South Lake Charles Meeting Wednesday\, September 19\, 20 18 6-7 p.m. Central Library 301 West Claude St.\, Lake Charles\, LA 706 05 Mossville Meeting Tuesday\, September 25\, 2018 6-7 p.m. Mossville Recr eation Center 3825 Old Spanish Trail Westlake\, LA 70669 The DOTD would li ke to thank the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury and the City of Westlake for hosting us at their facilities. Should you need to request special accomm odations to participate in this public meeting\, please contact LADOTD by mail at the address shown below\, or by telephone at 337-437-9101\, at lea st five working days prior to the meeting. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development will conduct informational public meetings for the upcomin g I-210 Prien Lake Bridge repair project. \;

The I-210 proj ect is expected to start this fall with an estimated completion of Fall 20 19. The project begins at mile marker 0.5 east of the I-10 Jct. to mile ma rker 3.8 near Exit 4 for Nelson Rd./L&rsquo\;Auberge Blvd. Construction wo rk for the project will happen in five phases with major construction work beginning on the eastbound bridge then continuing to the westbound bridge . \;

The purpose of the meetings is to provide an overview of the project\, construction zone and traffic\, as well as\, educate the public on how to stay informed. A presentation will be presented at the me etings\, and additional project information will be available. LADOTD staf f will be available to answer questions and discuss issues related to the project.

The public meetings have been scheduled as follows (pl ease note the schedule is subject to change to due inclement weather or an y unforeseeable circumstances): \;

Central Lake Charles Meeting
Tuesday\, September 4\, 2018
6-7 p.m.
OHSEP Conf. Room \;
901 Lakeshore Dr.\,&nbs p\;
Lake Charles\, LA 70602

South Lake Charles Meeting \;
Wednesday\, September 19\, 2018 \;
6-7 p.m.
Central Li brary \;
301 West Claude St.\, \;
Lake Charles\, LA 70605

~~Mossville Meeting~~
Tuesday\, September 25\, 2018
6-7 p.m.
Mossville Recreatio n Center
3825 Old Spanish Trail
Westlake\, LA 70669

The DOTD would like to thank the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury and the City of Westlake for hosting us at their facilities. \;

Should you need to request special accommodations to participate in this public meeting\, please contact LADO TD by mail at the address shown below\, or by telephone at 337-437-9101\, at least five working days prior to the meeting.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:OHSEP Conference Room UID:20180808T1421460Z-583899-223@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180919T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180919T190000 SUMMARY:LADOTD Public Meetings on I-210 DESCRIPTION:The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development will conduct informational public meetings for the upcoming I-210 Prien Lake B ridge repair project. The I-210 project is expected to start this fall wi th an estimated completion of Fall 2019. The project begins at mile marker 0.5 east of the I-10 Jct. to mile marker 3.8 near Exit 4 for Nelson Rd./L ’Auberge Blvd. Construction work for the project will happen in five phase s with major construction work beginning on the eastbound bridge then cont inuing to the westbound bridge. The purpose of the meetings is to provide an overview of the project\, construction zone and traffic\, as well as\, educate the public on how to stay informed. A presentation will be presen ted at the meetings\, and additional project information will be available . LADOTD staff will be available to answer questions and discuss issues re lated to the project. The public meetings have been scheduled as follows ( please note the schedule is subject to change to due inclement weather or any unforeseeable circumstances): South Lake Charles Meeting Wednesday\, September 19\, 2018 6-7 p.m. Central Library 301 West Claude St.\, Lak e Charles\, LA 70605 Mossville Meeting Tuesday\, September 25\, 2018 6-7 p .m. Mossville Recreation Center 3825 Old Spanish Trail Westlake\, LA 70669 The DOTD would like to thank the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury and the Cit y of Westlake for hosting us at their facilities. Should you need to requ est special accommodations to participate in this public meeting\, please contact LADOTD by mail at the address shown below\, or by telephone at 337 -437-9101\, at least five working days prior to the meeting. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development will conduct informational public meetings for the upcomin g I-210 Prien Lake Bridge repair project. \;

The I-210 proj ect is expected to start this fall with an estimated completion of Fall 20 19. The project begins at mile marker 0.5 east of the I-10 Jct. to mile ma rker 3.8 near Exit 4 for Nelson Rd./L&rsquo\;Auberge Blvd. Construction wo rk for the project will happen in five phases with major construction work beginning on the eastbound bridge then continuing to the westbound bridge . \;

The purpose of the meetings is to provide an overview of the project\, construction zone and traffic\, as well as\, educate the public on how to stay informed. A presentation will be presented at the me etings\, and additional project information will be available. LADOTD staf f will be available to answer questions and discuss issues related to the project.

The public meetings have been scheduled as follows (pl ease note the schedule is subject to change to due inclement weather or an y unforeseeable circumstances): \;

South Lake Charles Meeting \;
Wednesday\, September 19\, 2018 \;
6-7 p.m.
Central Library \;
301 Wes t Claude St.\, \;
Lake Charles\, LA 70605

Mossville Meeting
Tuesday\, September 25\, 2018
6-7 p.m.
Mossville Recreat ion Center
3825 Old Spanis h Trail
Westlake\, LA 70669

The DOTD would like to tha nk the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury and the City of Westlake for hosting u s at their facilities. \;

Should you need to request specia l accommodations to participate in this public meeting\, please contact LA DOTD by mail at the address shown below\, or by telephone at 337-437-9101\ , at least five working days prior to the meeting.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Central Library UID:20180808T1422230Z-583899-224@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180925T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180925T190000 SUMMARY:LADOTD Public Meetings on I-210 DESCRIPTION:The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development is c onducting informational public meetings for the upcoming I-210 Prien Lake Bridge repair project. The I-210 project is expected to start this fall w ith an estimated completion of Fall 2019. The project begins at mile marke r 0.5 east of the I-10 Jct. to mile marker 3.8 near Exit 4 for Nelson Rd./ L’Auberge Blvd. Construction work for the project will happen in five phas es with major construction work beginning on the eastbound bridge then con tinuing to the westbound bridge. The purpose of the meetings is to provid e an overview of the project\, construction zone and traffic\, as well as\ , educate the public on how to stay informed. A presentation will be prese nted at the meetings\, and additional project information will be availabl e. LADOTD staff will be available to answer questions and discuss issues r elated to the project. Mossville Meeting Tuesday\, September 25\, 2018 6-7 p.m. Mossville Recreation Center 3825 Old Spanish Trail Westlake\, LA 706 69 The DOTD would like to thank the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury and the C ity of Westlake for hosting us at their facilities. Should you need to re quest special accommodations to participate in this public meeting\, pleas e contact LADOTD by mail at the address shown below\, or by telephone at 3 37-437-9101\, at least five working days prior to the meeting. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Louisiana Department of Transpo rtation and Development is conducting \;informational public meetings for the upcoming I-210 Prien Lake Bridge repair project. \;

The I-210 project is expected to start this fall with an estimated comple tion of Fall 2019. The project begins at mile marker 0.5 east of the I-10 Jct. to mile marker 3.8 near Exit 4 for Nelson Rd./L&rsquo\;Auberge Blvd. Construction work for the project will happen in five phases with major co nstruction work beginning on the eastbound bridge then continuing to the w estbound bridge. \;

The purpose of the meetings is to provi de an overview of the project\, construction zone and traffic\, as well as \, educate the public on how to stay informed. A presentation will be pres ented at the meetings\, and additional project information will be availab le. LADOTD staff will be available to answer questions and discuss issues related to the project.

Mossville Meeting

Tuesday\, September 25\, 2018
6-7 p.m.
Mossville Recreation Center
3825 Old Spanish Trail
Westlake\, LA 70669

The DOTD would like to thank the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury and th e City of Westlake for hosting us at their facilities. \;

S hould you need to request special accommodations to participate in this pu blic meeting\, please contact LADOTD by mail at the address shown below\, or by telephone at 337-437-9101\, at least five working days prior to the meeting.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Mossville Recreation Center UID:20180808T1423460Z-583899-225@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180824T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180824T123000 SUMMARY:Hip & Knee Replacement: Learn How We Operate in Unison DESCRIPTION:CHRISTUS St. Patrick Health System will present a free communit y luncheon seminar\, “Hip and Knee Replacement: Learn How We Operate in Un ison\,” at 11:30 a.m. on Friday\, August 24\, 2018\, at Cousin’s Lebanese Cuisine (2612 Kirkman). Steven Hale\, M.D.\, orthopedic surgeon\, will sha re information on surgical and non-surgical treatment options for knee joi nt pain and explain the benefits of Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted total hip an d knee replacements\, the latest advancement in orthopedics arthroplasty. CHRISTUS St. Patrick Health System is the only hospital in Southwest Louis iana to provide the latest technology for total knee replacement via Stryk er’s Mako Robotic Arm-assisted technology. The seminar is offered at no co sts to participants\, but seating is limited\, and reservations are requir ed. To register\, call 1-800-831-1796 toll-free. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:~~CHRISTUS St. Patrick Health System will pre sent a free community luncheon seminar\, &ldquo\;Hip and Knee Replacement: Learn How We Operate in Unison\,&rdquo\; at \;11:30 a.m.~~ \;on \;Friday\, August 24\, 2018\, at Cousin &rsquo\;s Lebanese Cuisine (2612 Kirkman). Steven Hale\, M.D.\, orthopedic surgeon\, will share information on surgical and non-surgical treatment o ptions for knee joint pain and explain the benefits of Mako Robotic-Arm As sisted total hip and knee replacements\, the latest advancement in orthope dics arthroplasty.

CHRISTUS St. Patrick Health System is the on ly hospital in Southwest Louisiana to provide the latest technology for to tal knee replacement via Stryker&rsquo\;s Mako Robotic Arm-assisted techno logy.
The seminar is offered at no costs to participants\, but seatin g is limited\, and reservations are required. To register\, call 1-800-831 -1796 toll-free.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Cousin's Lebanese Cuisine UID:20180810T1534480Z-583899-226@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180824T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180824T160000 SUMMARY:Park Patrol Ranger Program DESCRIPTION:Beginning on Fri.\, Aug. 24\, a new program that aids in develo ping responsibility\, respect and care for others will launch at McMillan Recreation Center\, located at 343 Goos Street. The “Park Patrol Ranger” p rogram is free to the public and is sponsored by the City of Lake Charles Recreation and Parks Department. The park-based program will teach rangers how to contribute to one’s own community and develop leadership abilities . Park Patrol Rangers can volunteer at any park in the city and will help keep city parks free from litter and in good repair. Park Patrol Ranger me etings will take place each Friday from 3 to 4 p.m. at McMillan Recreation Center. Individuals\, families\, students and seniors are all welcome to join. To participate\, you must be at least 8 years of age and may registe r in person at the center. Community organizations who want to take part c an become involved as well. For more information on the program\, please c ontact Area Supervisor Trudy Gehrig at 337 491-1280 or email Trudy.gehrig@ cityoflc.us. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Beginning on \;Fri.\, Aug. 24\, a new program that aids in developing re sponsibility\, respect and care for others will launch at McMillan Recreat ion Center\, located at \;343 Goos Street. The &ldquo\;P ark Patrol Ranger&rdquo\; program is free to the public and is sponsored b y the City of Lake Charles Recreation and Parks Department.

The pa rk-based program will teach rangers how to contribute to one&rsquo\;s own community and develop leadership abilities. Park Patrol Rangers can volunt eer at any park in the city and will help keep city parks free from litter and in good repair.

Park Patrol Ranger meetings will take place e ach \;Friday \;from \ ;3 to 4 p.m. \;at McMillan Re creation Center. Individuals\, families\, students and seniors are all wel come to join.

To participate\, you must be at least 8 years of age and may register in person at the center. Community organizations who wan t to take part can become involved as well. For more information on the pr ogram\, please contact Area Supervisor Trudy Gehrig at 337 491-1280 or ema il \;Trudy.gehrig@cityoflc.u s.
CATEGORIES:Outdoors UID:20180810T1959470Z-583899-227@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181116T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181116T223000 SUMMARY:Los Lobos at The Golden Nugget DESCRIPTION:The Grammy award winning band\, Los Lobos\, will take the stage at Golden Nugget on Friday\, November 16 at 8:30 PM.  Los Lobos entered t he national music scene in 1984 with their first album\, How Will The Wolf Survive? The group\, originally formed in East Los Angeles in 1973\, is known for merging traditional Mexican music with rock & roll and a variety of other genres including blues\, folk\, jazz\, Tex-Mex and Roots Rock. T he group’s cover of Ritchie Valens’ “La Bamba” released in 1987 topped the charts internationally. Los Lobos has produced two dozen albums and recor ded for dozens of film and album projects. Their other hits include “Under the Boardwalk.” “Let’s Say Goodnight\,' “Don’t Worry Baby\,” “Come On\, L et’s Go\,” and “Down the Riverbed.” Tickets go on sale Friday\, August 17 with prices starting at $10\, available online at www.goldennuggetlc.com or by visiting the Golden Nugget Box Office\, open Tuesday through Saturda y from 11 AM to 7 PM with extended hours on concert days. Tickets purchase d online may be picked up from the Golden Nugget Box Office on the day of the show from 11 AM to 8 PM only. For a complete list of upcoming perform ances and to book your stay at the Golden Nugget Lake Charles\, please vis itwww.goldennuggetlc.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Grammy award winning band\, Los Lobos\, will take the stage at Golden Nugget on Friday\, November 16 at 8:30 PM.& nbsp\; \;Los Lobos entered the national music scene in 1984 with their first album\, \;How Will The Wolf Survive? \; The group\ , originally formed in East Los Angeles in 1973\, is known for merging tra ditional Mexican music with rock &\; roll and a variety of other genres including blues\, folk\, jazz\, Tex-Mex and Roots Rock. The group&rsquo\; s cover of Ritchie Valens&rsquo\; &ldquo\;La Bamba&rdquo\; released in 198 7 topped the charts internationally. Los Lobos has produced two dozen albu ms and recorded for dozens of film and album projects. Their other hits in clude \;&ldquo\;Under the Boardwalk.&rdquo\; &ldquo\;Let&rsquo\;s Say Goodnight\,' &ldquo\;Don&rsquo\;t Worry Baby\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;Come On\, L et&rsquo\;s Go\,&rdquo\; and &ldquo\;Down the Riverbed.&rdquo\; \;

Tickets go on sale \;Friday\, A ugust 17 \;with prices starting at $10\, available online at&nb sp\;www.goldennuggetlc.com \;or by visiting the Golden Nugget Box Office\, open \;Tuesday \ ;through \;Saturday \;fro m \;11 AM to 7 PM \;with extended hours on concert days. Tickets purchased online may be picked up from the Golden Nugget Box Office on the day of the show from 11 AM to 8 P M only. \;

For a complete list of upcoming performances and to book your stay at the Golden Nugget Lake Charles\, please visitwww.golden nuggetlc.com.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Golden Nugget UID:20180813T1842510Z-583899-228@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180815T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180815T102000 SUMMARY:Alligator Park to Reopen DESCRIPTION:The Calcasieu Parish Police Jury will host a ribbon-cutting cer emony at 10 a.m. Wednesday\, Aug. 15\, to celebrate the reopening of Allig ator Park\, 5316 Alligator Park Road\, north of Starks. The park was damag ed in the March 2015 flooding and has been closed since that time. It was set to reopen in August 2016\, but was again damaged by flooding caused by Hurricane Harvey. Located off LA 109\, the park has a new\, climate-con trolled pavilion\; a new fishing pier\; RV spots with new power boxes\; a restroom and shower facilities and a new parking area. The public is invit ed to attend. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Calcasieu Parish Police Jury will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony at \;10 a. m. \;Wednesday\, Aug. 15\, to celebrate the reopening of Alligator Park\, 5316 Alligator Park Ro ad\, north of Starks.

The park was damaged in the March 2015 flood ing and has been closed since that time. It was set to reopen in August 20 16\, but was again damaged by flooding caused by Hurricane \; Harvey.< /p>
Located off \; LA 109\, the park has a new\, climate-controlle d pavilion\; a new fishing pier\; RV spots with new power boxes\; a restro om and shower facilities and a new parking area.

The public is inv ited to attend.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Alligator Park UID:20180813T1955460Z-583899-229@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180823T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180823T193000 SUMMARY:Memories Matter Cajun Comedy Dinner DESCRIPTION:Local Cajun Chef Scott Landry travels the country promoting his love of Cajun cuisine as a comedian but later this month he will bring th e show home to Lake Charles to support the Alzheimer’s Association. The ‘ Memories Matter’ Cajun Comedy Dinner Show will take place at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday\, Aug. 23 at Treasures of Marilyn’s in Lake Charles in memory of Victor Monsour benefiting the Alzheimer’s Association. “When a close frien d of mine\, Victor Monsour\, passed away from Alzheimer’s Disease in Decem ber I knew I had to do something to raise money and awareness for the dise ase. That’s why his daughter and I have partnered with Treasures of Maril yn’s for a Cajun Comedy Dinner Show FUNdraiser in his honor\,” said Chef S cott Landry. “Because Memories Matter and over 5.5 million Americans live with this incurable disease\, we are gathering together as Louisianans do – over crawfish étoufée and white rice – to raise critical funding for Alz heimer’s research\, prevention and care initiatives at the state and local level\,” said Megan Monsour Hartman. Alzheimer’s is the 6th leading cause of death in Louisiana. Nearly one in every three seniors who dies each y ear has Alzheimer’s or another dementia. In Louisiana\, there are current ly 87\,000 people aged 65 and older with Alzheimer’s and that number is ex pected to increase over 26% by 2025. The Alzheimer’s Association helped mo re than 2\,300 families last year through their 24/7 Helpline\, educationa l programs\, monthly caregivers support groups\, connecting families with physicians and through early support planning. Memories Matter tickets are being sold on www.EventBrite.com. Individual tickets may be purchased for $30 and VIP Tables of eight are on sale for $500\, which include two bott les of wine and an ad in the program. For more information on Alzheimer’s Disease\, visit www.alz.org. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Local Cajun Chef Scott Landry travels the c ountry promoting his love of Cajun cuisine as a comedian but later this mo nth he will bring the show home to Lake Charles to support the Alzheimer&r squo\;s Association. \; The &lsquo\;Memories Matter&rsquo\; Cajun Come dy Dinner Show will take place at \; 6:30 p.m. \;on \;Thursday \, Aug. 23 \;at Treasures of Marilyn&rsquo\;s in Lake Charles i n memory of Victor Monsour benefiting the Alzheimer&rsquo\;s Association.< /p>
&ldquo\;When a close friend of mine\, Victor Monsour\, passed away from Alzheimer&rsquo\;s Disease in December I knew I had to do something to raise money and awareness for the disease. \; That&rsquo\;s why his daughter and I have partnered with Treasures of Marilyn&rsquo\;s for a Ca jun Comedy Dinner Show FUNdraiser in his honor\,&rdquo\; said Chef Scott L andry.

&ldquo\;Because Memories Matter and over 5.5 million Americ ans live with this incurable disease\, we are gathering together as Louisi anans do &ndash\; over crawfish é\;toufé\;e and white rice &nd ash\; to raise critical funding for Alzheimer&rsquo\;s research\, preventi on and care initiatives at the state and local level\,&rdquo\; said Megan Monsour Hartman.

Alzheimer&rsquo\;s is the 6^th \;le ading cause of death in Louisiana. \; Nearly one in every three senior s who dies each year has Alzheimer&rsquo\;s or another dementia. \; In Louisiana\, there are currently 87\,000 people aged 65 and older with Alz heimer&rsquo\;s and that number is expected to increase over 26% by 2025.< /p>
The Alzheimer&rsquo\;s Association helped more than 2\,300 familie s last year through their 24/7 Helpline\, educational programs\, monthly c aregivers support groups\, connecting families with physicians and through early support planning.

Memories Matter tickets are being sold on \;w ww.EventBrite.com. Individual tickets may be purchased for $30 and VIP Tables of eight are on sale for $500\, which include two bottles of wine and an ad in the program.

For more information on Alzheimer&rsquo\ ;s Disease\, visit \;www.alz.org.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Treasures of Marilyn's UID:20180814T1448430Z-583899-230@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z SUMMARY:Health Care Center offering $25 School & Sport Physicals RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;WKST=SU;UNTIL=20180901;BYMONTH=8;BYMONTHDAY=14 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180814 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180815 DESCRIPTION:Imperial Health Urgent Care Centers in Lake Charles And Moss Bl uff are offering Back to School and Sports Physicals through the month of August. Cost is $25\, cash only\, and no appointment is required. The Lak e Charles Urgent Care Center is located at 4201 Nelson Road\, Suite 100. H ours are: Monday - Friday 8am-8pm\, Saturday 8am-6pm\, Sunday 10am-6pm. Ca ll 337-310-CARE (2273) for more information. The Moss Bluff Urgent Care C enter is located at 277 Highway 171\, Suite 10. Hours are: Monday – Friday 8am-8pm\, Saturday 8am-6pm\, Sunday 10am-6pm. Call 337-217-7762 for more information. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Imperial Health Urgent Care Centers in Lake Charles And Moss Bluff are offering Back to School and Sports Physicals t hrough the month of August. Cost is $25\, cash only\, and no appointment i s required. \;

The Lake Charles Urgent Care Center is located at \;4201 Nelson Road\, Suite 100. Hours ar e: Monday - Friday \;8am-8pm\ , Saturday \;8am-6pm\, Sunday \;10am-6pm. \;Call 337-3 10-CARE (2273) for more information. \;

The Moss Bluff Urgent Care Center is located at \;277 Highway 171\, Sui te 10. Hours are: Monday &ndash\; Friday \;8am-8pm\, Saturday \;8am-6pm\, Sunday \;10am-6p m. \;Call 337-217-7762 for more information.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Imperial Health UID:20180814T1455460Z-583899-231@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180824T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180824T210000 SUMMARY:Lake Charles Little Theater: The Mountain Top DESCRIPTION:LCLT is pleased to present THE MOUNTAINTOP to open its 92nd Sea son! Katori Hall’s gripping reimagination of events the night before the a ssassination of the civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr. On Ap ril 3\, 1968\, after delivering one of his most memorable speeches\, an ex hausted Dr. King retires to his room at the Lorraine Motel while a storm r ages outside. When a mysterious stranger arrives with some surprising news \, King is forced to con-front his destiny and his legacy to his people. L CLT is proud to have on stage: Rev. Mary Guidry-Ringo as Camae (Hotel Hous ekeeper) and Darol King as Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr. Directed by Daniel Sadler. Performances are: August 24\, 25\, 26\, 31\, September 1\, 2\, 7\ , 8\, & 9. Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm. Sundays at 3:00pm. One Act\, N o Intermission Adults: $15 Seniors (65+): $10 Students: $10 G ET TICKETS X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

LCLT is pleased to present THE MOUNTAINTOP to open its 92nd Season!

Katori Hall&rsq uo\;s gripping reimagination of events the night before the assassination of the civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr. On April 3\, 1968\ , after delivering one of his most memorable speeches\, an exhausted Dr. K ing retires to his room at the Lorraine Motel while a storm rages outside. When a mysterious stranger arrives with some surprising news\, King is fo rced to con-front his destiny and his legacy to his people.

LCLT is proud to have on stage: Rev. Mary Guidry-Ringo as Camae (Hotel Housekee per) and Darol King as Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr.
Directed by Danie l Sadler.

Performances are: August 24\, 25\, 26\, 31\, \;~~September 1\, 2\, 7\, 8\, &\; 9. Fridays and Saturdays a t \;7:30pm. \;Sundays at \;3:00pm.< /span>~~

One Act\, No Intermission

Adults: $15 \; \; &n bsp\; \;Seniors (65+): $10 \; \; \; Students: $10

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GET TICKETS

CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lake Charles Little Theater UID:20180814T2051160Z-583899-232@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180816T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180816T101500 SUMMARY:Ribbon Cutting at Coach Williams Drive DESCRIPTION:The Calcasieu Parish Police Jury will celebrate the start of th e Coach Williams Drive Extension Project with a groundbreaking ceremony at 10 a.m. Thursday\, Aug. 16\, at the intersection of Reynaud Road and Wall ace Road. The two-year\, $18.4 million project will extend Coach Williams Drive to Houston River Road. Construction will also include a new roundabo ut at the intersection of Coach Williams Drive and Old Spanish Trail\, as well as improvements to Houston River Road. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Calcasieu Parish Police Jury will celeb rate the start of the Coach Williams Drive Extension Project with a ground breaking ceremony at \;10 a.m. \;Thursday\, Aug. 16\, at t he intersection of Reynaud Road and Wallace Road.

The two-year\, $ 18.4 million project will extend Coach Williams Drive to Houston River Roa d. Construction will also include a new roundabout at the intersection of Coach Williams Drive and Old Spanish Trail\, as well as improvements to Ho uston River Road. \;
CATEGORIES:General UID:20180815T1345300Z-583899-233@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180915T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180915T120000 SUMMARY:Beach Sweep & Inland Waterway Cleanup DESCRIPTION:Beach Sweep and Inland Waterway Cleanup is an annual event held on the third Saturday in September in conjunction with the Ocean Conserva ncy’s International Coastal Cleanup. This year’s event is planned for Sat urday\, September 15\, from 8 a.m. to noon and is presented by the City of Lake Charles and Keep Greater Lake Charles Beautiful-Team Green.   Volunt eers will meet at 7 a.m. in the parking lot on the west side of the old Ha rrah’s parking garage for a pre-event briefing. Following the briefing\, from 8 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.\, volunteers will collect trash and record their collections with data cards. From 11 a.m. to noon\, there will be an eve nt wrap-up with comments from Mayor Nicholas Hunter\, including awards pre sentations\, and refreshments. “Team Green is asking for volunteer groups \, service clubs\, and families who will commit to helping cleanup one of our area’s beaches\, shorelines\, boat launches\, or inland waterways in o rder to keep it beautiful and environmentally safe\,” said Mason Lindsay\, Keep Greater Lake Charles Beautiful volunteer coordinator. Waste Managem ent will provide trash receptacles on the west side of the old Harrah’s pa rking garage to bring the trash that will be collected that morning. For a dditional information or to register to volunteer\, contact Rebecca Thibod eaux at 491-1481\, rebecca.thibodeaux@cityoflc.us or Esther Vincent at 337 -491-1465. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Beach Sweep and Inland Waterway Cleanup is an annual event held on the third \; Saturday \;in September in conjunction with the Ocean Conservan cy&rsquo\;s International Coastal Cleanup. \; This year&rsquo\;s event is planned for Saturday\, September 15\, from \;8 a.m. to noon \;and is presented by the City of L ake Charles and Keep Greater Lake Charles Beautiful-Team Green. \;&nbs p\;

Volunteers will meet at \;7 a.m. \;in the parking lot on the west side of the old Harra h&rsquo\;s parking garage for a pre-event briefing. \; Following the b riefing\, from \;8 a.m. to 10:30 a.m .\, volunteers will collect trash and record their collections with data cards. \; From \;11 a.m. t o noon\, there will be an event wrap-up with comments from Mayor Ni cholas Hunter\, including awards presentations\, and refreshments. \;< /p>
&ldquo\;Team Green is asking for volunteer groups\, service clubs\ , and families who will commit to helping cleanup one of our area&rsquo\;s beaches\, shorelines\, boat launches\, or inland waterways in order to ke ep it beautiful and environmentally safe\,&rdquo\; said Mason Lindsay\, Ke ep Greater Lake Charles Beautiful volunteer coordinator. \;

Wa ste Management will provide trash receptacles on the west side of the old Harrah&rsquo\;s parking garage to bring the trash that will be collected t hat morning. For additional information or to register to volunteer\, cont act Rebecca Thibodeaux at 491-1481\, \;rebecca.thibodeaux@cityoflc.us \;or Esther Vincen t at 337-491-1465.
CATEGORIES:Outdoors UID:20180815T1408570Z-583899-234@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180815 SUMMARY:Get your Season Tickets TODAY! DESCRIPTION:The Lutcher Theater for the Performing Arts announces it's 39th Seasonand all tickets are available to purchase now. This season the Lu tcher is featuring 14 Incredible Events including 9 National Tours of Broa dway shows\, 1 'Pub Concert\,' 1 Christmas musical drama\, 1 onstage radio play and 2 Grammy-winning recording artists! The lineup offers a world cl ass experience to every audience member along with unforgettable memories. Single tickets are on sale now! Visit lutcher.org for more information or call the Lutcher Theater Box Office at 409.886.5535. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Lutcher Theater for the Performing Ar ts announces it's \;39th Seasonand \;all \;tickets are availab le to purchase now.

\;

This season the Lutche r is \;featuring \;14 Incredible Events including \;9 National Tours of Broadway shows\, 1 'Pub Concert\,' 1 Christmas musical drama\, 1 onstage radio play and 2 Grammy-winning recording artists! The lineup off ers a world class experience to every audience member along with unforgett able memories.

\;

Single tickets are on sale now! Visit \;lutcher.org \;for more information or call the L utcher Theater Box Office at 409.886.5535.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lutcher Theater UID:20180815T1424320Z-583899-235@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180831T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180831T010000 SUMMARY:Fad Diet or Bad Diet? Healthy Eating and Weight Loss DESCRIPTION:Losing weight if you are overweight or obese can decrease a num ber of health risks\, and changing your diet can be the first step. Many d iets have gained popularity in recent years\, like the Mediterranian diet\ , Atkins diet\, paleo diet\, and keto diet. Do these diets have any merit to them? More concerning\, are there any negative side effects that cause concerns? For answers to all of these questions and more\, join Courtney Foch\, MS\, RDN\, LDN for her lecture on fad diets and healthy eating for weight loss. Fad Diet or Bad Diet? Healthy Eating and Weight Loss\, is a free seminar being held at 12 noon on Friday\, August 31\, in the Shearma n Conference Center at Memorial Hospital on Oak Park Boulevard. Light lunc h will be provided\, and reservations are required at least 24 hours in ad vance. For more information or to make a reservation\, please visit lcmh. com/seminar or call (337) 494-2936. You can also watch the event live onli ne by visiting lcmh.com/watch. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Losing weight if you are overweight or obes e can decrease a number of health risks\, and changing your diet can be th e first step. Many diets have gained popularity in recent years\, like the Mediterranian diet\, Atkins diet\, paleo diet\, and keto diet. Do these d iets have any merit to them? More concerning\, are there any negative side effects that cause concerns? \;

For answers to all of these q uestions and more\, join \;Courtney Foch\, MS\, RDN\, LDN \;for her lecture on fad diets and healthy eating for weight loss . \;

\;Fad Diet or Bad Diet? Healthy Eating and Weigh t Loss\, is a free seminar being held at \;12 noon \;on \;Friday\, August 31\, in the Shearman Conference Center at Memoria l Hospital on Oak Park Boulevard. Light lunch will be provided\, and reser vations are required at least 24 hours in advance. \;

For more information or to make a reservation\, please visit \;lcmh.com/seminar \;or call

(337) 494-2936. You can also watch the event live o nline by visiting \;lcmh.com/watch.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Lake Charles Memorial Hospital UID:20180816T1422060Z-583899-236@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180821 SUMMARY:Lt. Governor's Travel Summit DESCRIPTION:The Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention & Visitors Bure au (CVB) is honored to host the Lieutenant Governor's Travel Summit in Lak e Charles August 21-23\, at the Golden Nugget. The Travel Summit\, present ed by the Louisiana Travel Association\, is expected to bring more than 50 0 attendees together in Southwest Louisiana for the largest educational op portunity for tourism professionals in the state. Summit attendees will e xperience highlights such as a keynote address from Lieutenant Governor Bi lly Nungesser and legislators on the state of the industry\, as well as na tional and global economic updates from Anirban Basu\, and multiple opport unities to network with tourism professionals from around the state. The Summit will also feature educational speakers from across the country incl uding Jeff Tobe\, Andy Masters\, Darienne Mobley\, and Cheryl Hargrove\, a s well as workshops addressing the latest industry trends led by Mark Romi g\, Renee Areng\, Murphy Foster\, and John Deveney. The state welcomed a record 47.1 million visitors in 2017\, representing an increase of nearly 500\,000. The travel and tourism industry generated $1.8 billion in state and local sales tax revenue. For Calcasieu Parish\, that is over $732 mill ion dollars added to the local economy. To find out more about the confer ence\, go to www.ltpa.org. For more information on the Lake Charles/Southw est Louisiana Convention & Visitors Bureau\, call (337) 436-9588 or go to www.visitlakecharles.org. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Conven tion &\; Visitors Bureau (CVB) is honored to host the Lieutenant Govern or's Travel Summit in Lake Charles \;August 21-23\, at the Golden Nugget. The Travel Summit\, presented by the Louisiana Travel Association\, is expected to bring more than 500 attendees together in Southwest Louisiana for the largest educational oppo rtunity for tourism professionals in the state. \;

Summit atte ndees will experience highlights such as a keynote address from Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser and legislators on the state of the industry\, a s well as national and global economic updates from Anirban Basu\, and mul tiple opportunities to network with tourism professionals from around the state. \;

The Summit will also feature educational speakers fr om across the country including Jeff Tobe\, Andy Masters\, Darienne Mobley \, and Cheryl Hargrove\, as well as workshops addressing the latest indust ry trends led by Mark Romig\, Renee Areng\, Murphy Foster\, and John Deven ey. \;

The state welcomed a record 47.1 million visitors in 20 17\, representing an increase of nearly 500\,000. The travel and tourism i ndustry generated $1.8 billion in state and local sales tax revenue. \ ;For Calcasieu Parish\, that is over $732 million dollars added to the loc al economy. \;

To find out more about the conference\, go to&n bsp\;www.ltpa.org. For more information on the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention &\; Visitors Bureau\, call (337) 436-9588 or go to \;www.visit lakecharles.org.
CATEGORIES:Career Fairs & Trade Shows LOCATION:Golden Nugget UID:20180816T1948430Z-583899-237@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180818T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180818T111500 SUMMARY:Ribbon Cutting at D-Bat of Lake Charles DESCRIPTION:D-Bat of Lake Charles Saturday\, August 18th @ 11 AM 308 W. Pri en Lake Road (Prien Lake Mall) X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
D-Bat of Lake Charles
Saturday\, Augu st 18^th \;@ 11 AM
308 W. Prien Lake Road
(Prien Lake \;Mall)
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:D-Bat UID:20180816T2017290Z-583899-238@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180830T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180830T144500 SUMMARY:Ribbon Cutting at CMA Technology Solutions DESCRIPTION:CMA Technology Solutions Thursday\, August 30th @ 2:30 PM 4865 Ihles Road X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CMA Technology Solutions
Thursday\, A ugust 30^th \;@ 2:30 PM
4865 Ihles R oad
CATEGORIES:General UID:20180816T2026160Z-583899-240@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180822T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180822T134500 SUMMARY:Ribbon Cutting at First South Farm Credit DESCRIPTION:First South Farm Credit Wednesday\, August 22nd  @ 1:30 PM 4925 E McNeese St. ( At Hwy. 397 behind JD Bank) X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
First South Farm Credit
Wednesday\, A ugust 22^nd \; \;@ 1:30 PM
492 5 E McNeese St.
( At Hwy. 397 behind JD Bank)
CATEGORIES:General UID:20180816T2027290Z-583899-241@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180827T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180827T204500 SUMMARY:Ribbon Cutting at McDonald's DESCRIPTION:McDonalds –Completion of Renovation Monday\, August 27th @ 8:30 AM 625 Prien Lake Road in Lake Charles X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McDonalds &ndash\;Completion of Renovation
~~Monday\, August 27^th \;@ 8:30 AM~~
~~625 Prien Lake Road \;in Lake Charles~~
CATEGORIES:General UID:20180816T2028270Z-583899-242@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180828T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180828T151500 SUMMARY:Grand Opening of Tru By Hilton DESCRIPTION:Tru by Hilton Tuesday\, August 28th @ 3:00 PM Open House until 5:00 to 7:30PM 1220 W. Prien Lake Rd X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Tru by Hilton
Tuesday\, August 28^th \;@ 3:00 PM
Open House until \; 5:00 to 7:30PM
1220 W. Prien L ake Rd
CATEGORIES:General UID:20180816T2029060Z-583899-243@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180921T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180921T111500 SUMMARY:Ribbon Cutting at Grand Rental DESCRIPTION:Grand Rental Station-Completion of Renovation Friday\, Septembe r 21st @ 11:00 AM 2004 East College in Lake Charles Open House All Day X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Grand Rental Station-Completion of Renovation
Friday\, September 21^st \;@ 11:00 AM
2004 East College in Lake Charles
Open House All Day
CATEGORIES:General UID:20180816T2029510Z-583899-244@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180831T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180831T161500 SUMMARY:Ribbon Cutting at Edible Arrangements DESCRIPTION:Edible Arrangements Friday\, August 31st @ 4 PM 4110 Lake Stree t\, Suite 200 (Corner of Lake & Sale) GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION SATURDAY\, SEPT 1 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Edible Arrangements
Friday\, August 3 1^st \;@ 4 PM
4110 Lake Street\, Suite 200
(Corner of Lake &\; Sale)

GR AND OPENING CELEBRATION
SATURDAY\, \; SEPT 1
CATEGORIES:General UID:20180816T2030420Z-583899-245@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181011T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181011T154500 SUMMARY:Ribbon Cutting at Red River Bank DESCRIPTION:Red River Bank Thursday\, October 11th @ 3:30 4112 Lake Street\ , Suite 200\, Lake Charles (Corner of Lake & Sale) X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Red River Bank
Thursday\, October 11< sup>th \;@ 3:30
4112 Lake S treet\, Suite 200\, Lake Charles
(Corner of Lake &\; Sale)

CATEGORIES:General UID:20180817T1242330Z-583899-246@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181110T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181110T220000 SUMMARY:Don McLean at the Golden Nugget DESCRIPTION:Don McLean\, best known for the classic hit\, “American Pie”\, will perform at Golden Nugget Lake Charles on Saturday\, November 10\, at 8 p.m. As one of America’s most enduring songwriters\, McLean has amassed over 40 gold and platinum records world-wide. He was inducted into the So ngwriters Hall of Fame in 2004. McLean’s other well-known hits include “Vi ncent (Starry Night)”\, “Castles in the Air”\, “And I Love You So”\, and “ Crying”. Tickets go on sale Friday\, August 24 with prices starting at $10 \, available online at www.goldennuggetlc.com or by visiting the Golden Nu gget Box Office\, open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 AM to 7 PM with ex tended hours on concert days. Tickets purchased online may be picked up fr om the Golden Nugget Box Office on the day of the show from 11 AM to 8 PM only. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Don McLean\, best known for the classic hit \, &ldquo\;American Pie&rdquo\;\, will perform at Golden Nugget Lake Charl es on \;Saturday\, November 10\, at 8 p.m. \; As one of America&rsquo\;s most enduring songwriters\ , McLean has amassed over 40 gold and platinum records world-wide. He was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2004. McLean&rsquo\;s other well-known hits include &ldquo\;Vincent (Starry Night)&rdquo\;\, &ldquo\;C astles in the Air&rdquo\;\, &ldquo\;And I Love You So&rdquo\;\, and &ldquo \;Crying&rdquo\;.

Tickets go on sale \;Friday\, August 24 \;with prices starting at $10\, a vailable online at \;www.goldennuggetlc.com \;or by visiting t he Golden Nugget Box Office\, open \;Tuesday \;through \;Satu rday \;from \;11 AM to 7 PM \;with extended hours on concert days. Tickets purchased onl ine may be picked up from the Golden Nugget Box Office on the day of the s how from 11 AM to 8 PM only.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Golden Nugget UID:20180820T1525130Z-583899-247@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180905 SUMMARY:SOWELA Jacobs Jumpstart Program DESCRIPTION:Jacobs Engineering (with the American Job Center & Sowela) intr oduces the Jacobs Jumpstart Program. This six-week training is held two ni ghts per week. There is no cost for training. Must be 18 or older. Traine es have the potential to make $19/hour once classes are complete. To apply \, visit the American Job Center office\, or visit www.surveymonkey.com/r/ H36C2QC. The American Job Center office is located at 2424 3rd Street in L ake Charles. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Jacobs Engineering (with the American Job C enter &\; Sowela) introduces the Jacobs Jumpstart Program. This six-wee k training is held two nights per week. There is no cost for training. Mus t be 18 or older. \;

Trainees have the potential to make $19/h our once classes are complete.

To apply\, visit the American Job C enter office\, or visit www.surveymonkey.com/r/H36C2QC .

The American Job Center office is located at 2424 3rd Street in Lake Charles. \;
CATEGORIES:Education UID:20180821T1539310Z-583899-248@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180829T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180829T190000 SUMMARY:The Perks of Publishing DESCRIPTION:The Perks of Publishing by Tommie Townsley Wednesday\, August 29\, 2018 Doors open at 5:30\; Program begins at 6:00 p.m. Do you have an idea for a children's book?  Learn the process from conception to book shelf. Tommie Townsley\, CEO and Publisher of Ally-Gator BookBites Publish ing House\, will discuss editorial\, layout\, illustration\, marketing\, d istribution\, and professional consulting. Townsley owns Ally-Gator Book Bites\, a boutique children's bookstore in downtown Lake Charles. She stri ves to teach and inspire children everywhere about Louisiana and its uniqu e culture with her charming 'Cajun Tales'. Presently\, she has written and published seven children's books. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

The Perks of Publishing

by Tommie Townsley

\;

< span class='aBn' tabindex='0' data-term='goog_1844277507'>Wednesday\, August 29\, 2018

Do ors open at \;5:30\;

Progr am begins at \;6:00 p.m.

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Do you have an idea for a children's book? \; \ ;Learn the process from conception to book shelf. Tommie Townsley\, CEO an d Publisher of Ally-Gator BookBites Publishing House\, will discuss editor ial\, layout\, illustration\, marketing\, distribution\, and professional consulting.

\;

Townsley \;owns \;Ally -Gator BookBites\, \;a boutique children's \;bookstore in downtown Lake Charles. She strives to teach and inspire children everywhere about Louisiana and its unique culture with her charming 'Cajun Tales'. Presentl y\, she has written and published seven children's books. \;
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:1911 Historic City Hall UID:20180821T1802410Z-583899-249@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180920T010000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180920T020000 SUMMARY:Take Your Next Step: Help for Job Seekers RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;UNTIL=20181220;BYDAY=3FR DESCRIPTION:If you are seeking employment and need help strengthening your chances of success? Every 3rd Friday\,American Job Center staff will helpi ng job seekers with finding employment starting at 9 a.m.   Call (337) 775 -5206 for more information. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
If you are seeking employment and need help strengthening your chances of success?

Every 3rd Friday\,American Job Center staff will helping job seekers with finding employment startin g at 9 a.m. \; \;

Call (337) 775-5206 for more information .
CATEGORIES:Career Fairs & Trade Shows LOCATION:Cameron Parish Port\, Harbor\, & Terminal District UID:20180821T1833260Z-583899-250@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180829T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180829T110000 SUMMARY:Moving From One Grade to the Next DESCRIPTION:Louisiana now provides pathways for all students with disabilit ies to be promoted from grade to grade and to earn a high school diploma t hrough the IEP process. This process must be started in the first 30 days of school so join Families Helping Families on Wednesday\, August 29\, 201 8 at 10 AM at Families Helping Families of SWLA to get your questions answ ered at a training called 'Moving From One Grade to the Next and to Gradua tion: What Parents Need to Know.' The guest speaker will be: Ashley McRey nolds\, Statewide Louisiana Council's Advocacy Network (LaCAN) Leader and Distinguished Merit Awardee by the Governor's Office of Disability Affairs for Leadership in Disability Affairs. She will be discussing moving one g rade to the next and to graduation and how this affects students with disa bilities. This training is free and space for it is limited. To reserve yo ur seat\, contact Mylinda Elliot at info@fhfswla.org or 337-436-2570. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Louisiana now provides pathways for all stu dents with disabilities to be promoted from grade to grade and to earn a h igh school diploma through the IEP process. This process must be started i n the first 30 days of school so join Families Helping Families on Wednesd ay\, August 29\, 2018 at 10 AM at Families Helping Families of SWLA to get your questions answered at a training called 'Moving From One Grade to th e Next and to Graduation: What Parents Need to Know.' \;

The g uest speaker will be: Ashley McReynolds\, Statewide Louisiana Council's Ad vocacy Network (LaCAN) Leader and Distinguished Merit Awardee by the Gover nor's Office of Disability Affairs for Leadership in Disability Affairs. S he will be discussing moving one grade to the next and to graduation and h ow this affects students with disabilities.

This training is free and space for it is limited. To reserve your seat\, contact Mylinda Elliot at info@fhfswla.org or 337-436-2570.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Families Helping Families UID:20180821T2012560Z-583899-251@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181012T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181012T153000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families: Golf Tournament DESCRIPTION:Registration is now OPEN for our 13th Annual 'Fore for Families ' Golf Tournament.  We are pleased to welcome back our Title Sponsor - R&R Construction.   This year's tournament will once again be held at the b eautiful Gray Plantation Golf Course in Lake Charles on Friday\, October 1 2\, 2018. Our tournament format is a popular 2 person scramble that will b egin with a shotgun start at 12:30 PM. Team registration will open at 11: 30 AM. The $250 fee per team covers the course\, cart\, and delicious food & drinks on course. Prizes awarded for: 1st\, 2nd\, and 3rd place in 2 flightswith straightest drive & closest to the pin contests\, Mulligans for will once again be sold.   We are excited to have an opportunity for golfers to take a chance to win $10\,000 for a Hole in One and other priz es on other Par 3 holes! Sponsorship opportunities from $100 and up STIL L available!! ALL proceeds benefit individuals with disabilities and the ir families. We depend on your generosity to help us provide support\, ed ucation and information to anyone with any type of disability.   If you need more information or have any questions\, please contact Susan Riehn a t smriehn@fhfswla.org or call (337) 436-2570 or visit our website at: www. fhfswla.org.   X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Registration is now OPEN for our \;~~13th Annual 'Fore for Families' Golf Tournament. \;&nbs p\;We are pleased to welcome back our Title Sponsor - \;R& amp\;R Construction. \; \;~~

\;

This year's tournament will once again be held at the beautiful Gra y Plantation Golf Course in Lake Charles on \;Friday\, Octo ber 12\, 2018. \;Our tournament format is a pop ular 2 person scramble that will begin with a shotgun start at \;12 :30 \;PM. \; Team registration will open at \;11:30 AM. \;The $250 fee per team covers th e course\, cart\, and delicious food &\; drinks on course. \;

\;

Prizes awarded for: 1st\ , 2nd\, and 3rd place in 2 flightswith straightest drive &\; c losest to the pin contests\, Mulligans for will once again be sold. \; \;

\;

We are excited to have an opportunity for golfers to take a chance to win $10\,000 for a Hole in One and other prizes on other Par 3 holes!

\;

Sponsorship opportunities from $100 and up STILL available! ! \; \;ALL proceeds benefit individuals with disabilitie s and their families. \; We depend on your generosity to help us provi de support\, education and information to anyone with any type of disabili ty. \; \;

\;

If you need more informa tion or have any questions\, please contact Susan \;Riehn at \;smriehn@fhf swla.org \;or call (337) 436-2570 or visit our website at: \;< a href='http://www.fhfswla.org/' target='_blank' shape='rect' data-safered irecturl='https://www.google.com/url?hl=en&\;q=http://www.fhfswla.org&a mp\;source=gmail&\;ust=1535026840307000&\;usg=AFQjCNH4Kd45eb-SAbEtEy VYcqk2OsaIyw'>www.fhfswla.org. \; \;
CATEGORIES:Sports LOCATION:Gray Plantation Golf Course UID:20180822T1350340Z-583899-252@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180908T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180908T100000 SUMMARY:Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office Annual Kid's Fishing Derby DESCRIPTION:Bait provided. Bring Your Own Pole Ages 18 and younger. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Bait provided.

Bring Your Own Pole< /p>
Ages 18 and younger.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids UID:20180822T1426490Z-583899-253@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181013T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181013T120000 SUMMARY:Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office Be a Buddy\, Not a Bully DESCRIPTION:Anti-Bullying Walk X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Anti-Bullying Walk
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Lake Charles Ward 3 Wildcat Stadium UID:20180822T1428050Z-583899-254@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180901 SUMMARY:Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office Jr. Deputy Program DESCRIPTION:Free Program Provides knowledge of law enforcement\, public ser vice\, and bridges the gap between cops & kids. For children 8 -12 Call (3 37) 491-3621 or email tjohnson@cpso.com X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Free Program

Provides knowledge of law enforcement\, public service\, and bridges the gap between cops &\; kids.

For children 8 -12

Call (337) 491-3621 or email tjo hnson@cpso.com \;
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids UID:20180822T1438590Z-583899-255@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180925T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180925T200000 SUMMARY:ENTREPRENEURIAL FORUM & ANGEL INVESTOR MEETING DESCRIPTION:ENTREPRENEURIAL FORUM & ANGEL INVESTOR MEETING WeighUp presents a smart liquor management system that accurately tracks and measures liqu or pours and reconciles pours with POS transactions. The advanced hardware and software system enables effective management of liquor usage and coll ects valuable data on sales statistics. Presenters: Brian Edwards\, CEO & Founder Tuesday Evening\, September 25\, 2018 The S E E D Center\, 2nd Fl oor Conference Room\, 4310 Ryan Street\, Lake Charles\, Louisiana 70601 Ne tworking and Hors D’oeuvres: 6:00 p.m. Program/Presentations: 7:00 p.m. R . S. V. P. No later than September 24\, 2018 Ron McGinley\, ron@angelsofs wla.org\, or McNeese Office of Commercialization\, Phone 337 562 4903 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
ENTREPRENEURIAL FORUM &\; ANGEL INVESTOR MEETING

WeighUp presents a smart liquor management system that accurately tracks and mea sures liquor pours and reconciles pours with POS transactions. The advance d hardware and software system enables effective management of liquor usag e and collects valuable data on sales statistics.

Presenters: \;Brian Edwards\, CEO &\; Founder

< strong>Tuesday Evening\, September 25\, 2018

The S E E D Center\, 2nd Floor Conference Ro om\,

4310 Ryan Street\, Lake Charles\, Louisiana 70601

Networking and Hors D&rsquo\;oeuvres: \;6:00 p.m.

Program/Presentations: 7:00 p.m.

R. S. V. P. \;No later than September 24\, 2018< /strong>

Ron McGinley\, ron@angelsofswla.org\, or \; McNeese Office of Commercialization\, Phone 337 562 4903< /strong>

\;
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20180823T1928070Z-583899-256@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180928T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180928T210000 SUMMARY:Gallery Promenade DESCRIPTION:The Arts & Humanities Council of SWLA is excited to announce th at Gallery Promenade will return on Friday\, September 28\, 5-9p.m. Galler y Promenade\, a cooperative driving tour\, includes cultural institutions and a diverse group of homegrown artworks on display throughout the Lake A rea. This annual event celebrates the art spaces\, galleries\, and museums that work year-round to provide cultural resources\, exhibits\, and oppor tunities for both artists and residents. For one evening\, participating a rt spaces will open their doors to showcase current and one-night-only exh ibits\, performances\, live music\, and culinary delights. For details\, v isit www.artscouncilswla.org or call (337) 439-2787. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Arts &\; Humanities Council of SWLA is excited to announce that Gallery Promenade will return on Friday\, Sept ember 28\, 5-9p.m. Gallery Promenade\, a cooperative driving tour\, includ es cultural institutions and a diverse group of homegrown artworks on disp lay throughout the Lake Area.

This annual event celebrates the art spaces\, galleries\, and museums that work year-round to provide cultural resources\, exhibits\, and opportunities for both artists and residents.< /p>
For one evening\, participating art spaces will open their doors t o showcase current and one-night-only exhibits\, performances\, live music \, and culinary delights.

For details\, visit \;www.artscoun cilswla.org \;or call (337) 439-2787.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Downtown Lake Charles UID:20180828T1828040Z-583899-257@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181026T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181026T203000 SUMMARY:Living History Cemetery Tour DESCRIPTION:This fall\, locals can take guided walking tours through Lake C harles history and visit historic spots where time lies still. On October 26\, from5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.\, five Lake Charles cemeteries will be featur ed in a “Living History” Cemetery Tour where guests can hear stories of lo cal iconic figures while visiting their final resting places.   Actors wil l dress in period attire and embody the lives of deceased historic figures from each of the five cemeteries. Guests will be guided throughout each c emetery as they listen to stories of the historic figures’ lives and their impacts on today’s Lake Charles. Larger-than-life figures such as histori an Maude Reid\, Professor J.E.L. Hoskins\, Captain Daniel B. Goos\, John J acob Ryan – “The Father of Lake Charles”\, Hollywood actor Juan Pla\, and infamous murderess Toni Jo Henry and others will tell their life stories a nd their famed feats from their own perspectives. Featured cemeteries wil l include: Bilbo Cemetery\, located onLakeshore Drive\; Goos Cemetery and Huff and Thomas Cemetery\, located on N. Shattuck Street near Goos Bouleva rd\; Orange Grove and Graceland Cemeteries\, located on Broad Street\; and Catholic Cemetery\, located on Common Street and Iris Street. Guests wil l have the freedom to drive from cemetery to cemetery at their own pace. T ickets are $12 and can be purchased at www.eventbrite.com/e/lake-charles-c emetary-tour-2018-tickets-49502245549 or at the Arts Council office at Cen tral School. The event is supported by a SWLA Convention & Visitors Bureau Tourism Marketing Grant from the Lake Charles/SWLA Convention & Visitors Bureauand matching funds from an anonymous donor.  Proceeds benefit the Ar ts Council of SWLA\, which provides needed programs and events to support the arts in the region.   For more information\, please contact Matt Young at 337-375-7373 or Erica McCreedy at 337-304-1798. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This fall\, locals can take guided walking tours through Lake Charles history and visit historic spots where time lies still. On Oc tober 26\, from5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.< /span>\, \;five Lake Charles cemeteries will be featured in a &ldquo\; Living History&rdquo\; Cemetery Tour where guests \;can hear stories o f local iconic figures while visiting their final resting places. \;&n bsp\;

Actors will dress in period attire and embody the lives of deceased histor ic figures from each of the five cemeteries. Guests will be guided through out each cemetery as they listen to stories of the historic figures&rsquo\ ; lives and their impacts on today&rsquo\;s Lake Charles. \;Larger-tha n-life figures such as \;historian \;Maude Reid\, \;Professor J.E.L. Hoskins\, \;Captain Daniel B. \;Goos\, John Jacob Ryan &nda sh\; &ldquo\;The Father of Lake Charles&rdquo\;\, \;Hollywood \;ac tor Juan \;Pla\, \;and \;infamous \;murderess Toni Jo Henry \;and others will tell their life stories and their famed fea ts from their own perspectives. \;

Featured cemeteries will include: \;B ilbo Cemetery\, located onLakeshore Drive\; \;Goos \;Cemetery and Huff and Thomas Cemetery\, located on N. Shattuck Street near \;Goos&n bsp\;Boulevard\; Orange Grove and Graceland Cemeteries\, located on Broad Street\; and Catholic Cemetery\, located on Common Street and Iris Street. \;

Guests will have the freedom to drive from cemetery to cemetery at their own pace. Tickets are $12 \;and can be purchased at \;www.eventbrite.com/e/lake-charles-cem etary-tour-2018-tickets-49502245549 \;or at the Arts Counci l office at Central School. \;The event is supported by a SWLA Convent ion &\; Visitors Bureau Tourism Marketing Grant from the Lake Charles/S WLA Convention &\; Visitors Bureauand matching funds from an anonymous donor. \; \;Proceeds benefit the Arts Council of SWLA\, which prov ides needed programs and events to support the arts in the region. \;& nbsp\;

For more information\, please contact Matt Young at 337-375-7373 or Erica McCreedy at 337-304-1798.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment UID:20180918T1609040Z-583899-258@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180918 SUMMARY:Cyber Security Event DESCRIPTION:CMA Technology Solutions is hosting an event at L’Auberge Casin o Resort to introduce their Director of Security\, Adam Arceneaux. As Dire ctor of Security\, Adam Arceneaux brings 13 years of security leadership a nd technical experience to CMA Technology Solutions. In his current capaci ty\, he is responsible for the strategic leadership and successful deliver y of CMA’s security practice. There will be appetizers and cocktails Want to know more? REGISTER NOW to hear Adam speak on today's most relevant cyb er security threats and how you can protect your business against them! PH ISHING | RANSOMWARE | MONITORING ICS SECURITY | RISK ASSESSMENTS Register Here: http://www.cmaontheweb.com/newsandevents/cyber-security-social-lake- charles/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CMA Technology Solutions is hosting an even t at L&rsquo\;Auberge Casino Resort to introduce their Director of Securit y\, Adam Arceneaux. As Director of Security\, Adam Arceneaux brings 13 yea rs of security leadership and technical experience to CMA Technology Solut ions. In his current capacity\, he is responsible for the strategic leader ship and successful delivery of CMA&rsquo\;s security practice.

Th ere will be appetizers and cocktails

Want to know more? REGISTER N OW to hear Adam speak on today's most relevant cyber security threats and how you can protect your business against them!

PHISHING | RANSOMW ARE | MONITORING

ICS SECURITY | RISK ASSESSMENTS

Register Here: http://www.cmaontheweb.com/newsandevents/cyber-security-social-lake- charles/
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:L'Auberge Casino Resort UID:20180919T1807100Z-583899-259@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180905T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180905T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Tool Belt DESCRIPTION:Monday\, September 3: Labor Day Tool Belt We are making a tool belt in honor of Labor Day! Classes begin at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. and are l imited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Monday\, September 3: Lab or Day Tool Belt

We are making a tool belt in honor of Labor D ay! Classes begin at \;11 a.m. and 12 p.m. \;and a re limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:The Children's Museum UID:20180830T1612260Z-583899-260@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180906T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180906T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Read A Book DESCRIPTION:Celebrate “National Read a Book Day” in our McNeese Book Nook o n the third floor! You can also bring or take a book from our Reader Feede r in the lobby and make a bookmark in the ArtSpace! We will have story tim e at 11 a.m. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Celebrate &ldquo\;National Read a Book Da y&rdquo\; in our McNeese Book Nook on the third floor! You can also bring or take a book from our Reader Feeder in the lobby and make a bookmark in the ArtSpace! We will have story time at \;11 a.m. CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:The Children's Museum UID:20180830T1856090Z-583899-261@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180908T233000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180909T003000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Sasol's Second Saturday Science Show DESCRIPTION:Sasol continues its 5S Project with “Plate Tectonics” at 11:30 a.m. with presenter Travis Corbello. They will explore the way the Earth’s crust is divided into different plates and how they move around the plane t. These movements are small but have a huge impact on our planet! Third f loor exhibits will be closed during this program. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Sasol continues its 5S Project with &ldquo\ ;Plate Tectonics&rdquo\; at \;11:30 a.m. \;with pr esenter Travis Corbello. They will explore the way the Earth&rsquo\;s crus t is divided into different plates and how they move around the planet.&nb sp\;These movements are small but have a huge impact on our planet! Third floor exhibits will be closed during this program.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:The Children's Museum UID:20180830T1858000Z-583899-262@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180909 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Grandparent's Day DESCRIPTION:Happy Grandparents Day! All grandparents get in for $1. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Happy Grandparents Day! All grandpa rents get in for $1.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:The Children's Museum UID:20180830T1858480Z-583899-263@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180910T220000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180911T020000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Homeschool Day! DESCRIPTION:The museum is a great place to explore and learn through play! If you are homeschooling\, join us from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. for a chance to int eract with others doing the same. Admission is $6.50 per person with a hom eschool id or approval papers. We will have a Clay Coil Building ArtSpace Workshop at 11 a.m. This workshop is limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and u p. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The museum is a great place to explore an d learn through play! If you are homeschooling\, join us from \;10 a .m.-2 p.m. \;for a chance to interact with others doing the same. Admission is $6.50 per person with a homeschool id or approval p apers. We will have a \;Clay Coil Building ArtSpace Workshop \;at& nbsp\;11 a.m. \;This workshop is limited to 20 childre n\, ages 4 and up.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids UID:20180830T1859560Z-583899-264@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180928T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180928T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Sensory Playdough DESCRIPTION: Build\, squish\, smash\, push\, pull\, cut and more with Sens ory Playdough in the ArtSpace from10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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Build\, squish\, smas h\, push\, pull\, cut and more with Sensory Playdough in the ArtSpace from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.!
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids UID:20180830T1900550Z-583899-265@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180920T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180920T200000 SUMMARY:Sulphur's Movies in the Square: Space Jam DESCRIPTION:The City of Sulphur’s Movies in the Square series returns Satur day\, September 22nd with a showing of “Space Jam” in Heritage Square. Mo vies in the square are free to attend. Visitors are encouraged to bring ch airs and picnics and arrive early for a good seat. All movies begin at sun set. In the event of rain\, movies will be rescheduled. Additional showin gs this fall include “Cars 3” on Saturday\, October 13th and “Star Wars – The Last Jedi” on Saturday\, November 3rd. For more information regarding Movies in the Square and other City events\, please visit www.sulphur.org . X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Sulphur&rsquo\;s Movies in the Square series returns Saturday\, September 22^nd \;with a sh owing of &ldquo\;Space Jam&rdquo\; in Heritage Square. \;

Movi es in the square are free to attend. Visitors are encouraged to bring chai rs and picnics and arrive early for a good seat. All movies begin at sunse t. In the event of rain\, movies will be rescheduled. \;

Addit ional showings this fall include &ldquo\;Cars 3&rdquo\; on Saturday\, Octo ber 13^th \;and &ldquo\;Star Wars &ndash\; The Last Jedi&rdq uo\; on Saturday\, November 3^rd. \;

For more inform ation regarding Movies in the Square and other City events\, please visit www.sulphur.org.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Heritage Square UID:20180831T1529560Z-583899-266@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180924T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180924T160000 SUMMARY:MSU: SAGE Series DESCRIPTION:McNeese State University's SAGE Series begins with 'Between the Levees: Adrift on America's Untamable River' with Boyce Upholt at 3 p.m. on Monday\, September 24. SAGE is a series of cultural programs on topics of Louisiana\, history\, art\, music\, photography\, and more. Each fall and spring semester\, 5 lectures are hosted on campus at McNeese State Uni versity. It contineus with:   SAGE Series: “Recipes and Memories from Lou isiana's German Coast”\, Nancy Tregre Wilson\, 3 p.m.\, Monday\, October 1 SAGE Series: Cajun and Creole Folktales\, “Deep Meanings in Small Places ”\, Barry Ancelet\, 3 p.m.\, Monday\, October 29 SAGE Series: Native Flor a of Louisiana\, Lowell Urbatsch\, 3 p.m.\, Monday\, November 12 Click her e for more information. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Sta te University's SAGE Series begins with 'Between the Levees: Adrift on Ame rica's Untamable River' with Boyce Upholt at 3 p.m. on Monday\, September 24. \;

SAGE is a series of cultural programs on topics of Louisiana\, history\, art\, music\, pho tography\, and more. Each fall and spring semester\, 5 lectures are hosted on campus at McNeese State University. \;

It contineus with: \; \;

SAGE Series: &ldquo\;Recipes and Memories from Louisiana's German Coast&rdquo\;\, Nancy Tregre Wilson\, 3 p.m.\, Mo nday\, October 1 \;

S AGE Series: Cajun and Creole Folktales\, &ldquo\;Deep Meanings in Small Pl aces&rdquo\;\, Barry Ancelet\, 3 p.m.\, Monday\, October 29 \;< /li>
SAGE Series: Native Flora of Lou isiana\, Lowell Urbatsch\, 3 p.m.\, Monday\, November 12

Click here for more information.
CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180831T2026500Z-583899-267@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180910T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180910T194500 SUMMARY:MSU: Traditional Cajun Dance DESCRIPTION:McNeese State University is offering the following Leisure Lear ning class: Traditional Cajun Dance\, 6:30 – 7:45 p.m.\, Mondays\, Septem ber 10\, 17\, 24 October 1 Visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure for more informat ion and call 337-475-5616 to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese State University is offering the fo llowing Leisure Learning class: \;

Traditional Cajun Dance\, 6 :30 &ndash\; 7:45 p.m.\, Mondays\, September 10\, 17\, 24 October 1
< p>Visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure for more information and call 337-475-5616 to register.
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement UID:20180831T2025190Z-583899-268@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180911T181500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180911T201500 SUMMARY:MSU: Spanish for Beginners DESCRIPTION:McNeese State University is offering the following Leisure Lear ning class: Spanish for Beginners with Carolina Castanada\, 6:15 – 8:15 p. m.\, Tuesdays\, Thursdays\, September 11\, 13\, 18\, 20\, 25\, 27 Visit ww w.mcneese.edu/leisure for more information and call 337-475-5616 to regist er. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese State University is offering the fo llowing Leisure Learning class:

Spanish for Beginners with Carolin a Castanada\, 6:15 &ndash\; 8:15 p.m.\, Tuesdays\, Thursdays\, September 1 1\, 13\, 18\, 20\, 25\, 27

Visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure for more information and call 337-475-5616 to register.
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180831T2025310Z-583899-269@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180917T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180917T200000 SUMMARY:MSU: Quickbooks I DESCRIPTION:McNeese State University is offering the following Leisure Lear ning class: QuickBooks I: Setting Up a Company\, Sales\, Receipts\, Purch ases and Payments\, 5 – 8 p.m.\, Mondays\, September 17\, 24\, Oct. 1 Visi t www.mcneese.edu/leisure for more information and call 337-475-5616 to re gister. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese State University is offering the fo llowing Leisure Learning class: \;

QuickBooks I: Setting Up a Company\, Sales\, Receipts\, Purchases and Payments\, 5 &ndash\; 8 p.m.\, Mondays\, September 17\, 24\, Oct. 1

Visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure for more information and call 337-475-5616 to register.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180831T1945550Z-583899-270@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180922T220000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180923T020000 SUMMARY:MSU: Beginning Digital Photography DESCRIPTION:McNeese State University is offering the following Leisure Lear ning class: Beginning Digital Photography\, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.\, Saturdays\, September 22\, 29\; 6 – 9 p.m.\, Monday\, October 8 Visit www.mcneese.edu /leisure for more information and call 337-475-5616 to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Sta te University is offering the following Leisure Learning class:

Beginning Digital Photography\, 10 a. m. &ndash\; 2 p.m.\, Saturdays\, September 22\, 29\; 6 &ndash\; 9 p.m.\, M onday\, October 8

Visit www .mcneese.edu/leisure for more information and call 337-475-5616 to registe r.
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180831T2025500Z-583899-271@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180922T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180922T140000 SUMMARY:MSU: Hula for Beginners DESCRIPTION:McNeese State University is offering the following Leisure Lear ning class: Hawaiian Hula for Beginners- 1 – 2 p.m.\, Saturdays\, Septemb er 22\, 29\, October 6\, 13\, 20\, 27 Visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure for mo re information and call 337-475-5616 to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese State University is offering the fo llowing Leisure Learning class: \;

Hawaiian Hula for Beginners - 1 &ndash\; 2 p.m.\, Saturdays\, September 22\, 29\, October 6\, 13\, 20\ , 27

Visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure for more information and call 3 37-475-5616 to register.
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180831T2026000Z-583899-272@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180922T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180922T150000 SUMMARY:MSU: Chinese Spring Rolls DESCRIPTION:McNeese State University is offering the following Leisure Lear ning class: Chinese Spring Rolls with Fang Zhang in Lake Arthur\, 1 – 3 p.m.\, Saturday\, September 22 Visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure for more information and call 337-475-5616 to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Sta te University is offering the following Leisure Learning class:

Chinese Spring Rolls with Fa\;&sh y\;\;\;\;\;\;ng Zhang in Lake Arthur\, 1 &ndash\; 3 p. m.\, Saturday\, September 22

Visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure for more information and call 337-475-5616 to register.
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180831T2025400Z-583899-273@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180924T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180924T200000 SUMMARY:MSU: Beginning Guitar DESCRIPTION:McNeese State University is offering the following Leisure Lear ning class: Beginning Guitar\, 7 - 8 p.m.\, Mondays\, September 24\, Octo ber 1\, 8\, 15\, 22\, 29\, November 5\, 12 Visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure f or more information and call 337-475-5616 to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Sta te University is offering the following Leisure Learning class: \;

Beginning Guitar\, 7 - 8 p.m.\ , Mondays\, September 24\, October 1\, 8\, 15\, 22\, 29\, November 5\, 12< /span>

Visit www.mcneese.edu/leisu re for more information and call 337-475-5616 to register.
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180831T2026300Z-583899-274@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180925T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180925T200000 SUMMARY:MSU: Excel I DESCRIPTION:McNeese State University is offering the following Leisure Lear ning class: Excel I: Introduction to Excel\, 6 - 8 p.m.\, Tues/Thurs\, Sep tember 25\, 27 Visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure for more information and call 337-475-5616 to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Sta te University is offering the following Leisure Learning class:

Excel I: Introduction to Excel\, 6 - 8 p.m.\, Tues/Thurs\, September 25\, 27

Visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure for more information and call 3 37-475-5616 to register.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180831T1954280Z-583899-275@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180925T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180925T200000 SUMMARY:MSU: Stained Glass for Beginners DESCRIPTION:McNeese State University is offering the following Leisure Lear ning class: Stained Glass for Beginners\, 6 – 8 p.m.\, Tuesdays\, Septemb er 25 – October 30 Visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure for more information and call 337-475-5616 to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Sta te University is offering the following Leisure Learning class: \;

Stained Glass for Beginners\, 6 &ndash\; 8 p.m.\, Tuesdays\, September 25 &ndash\; October 30

Visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure for mor e information and call 337-475-5616 to register.
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180831T2026390Z-583899-276@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180925T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180925T203000 SUMMARY:MSU: Wines of France\, Australia & South America DESCRIPTION:McNeese State University is offering the following Leisure Lear ning class: Wines of France\, Australia\, South America and USA\, 7 – 8:3 0 p.m.\, Tuesdays\, September 25 – October 23 Visit www.mcneese.edu/leisur e for more information and call 337-475-5616 to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Sta te University is offering the following Leisure Learning class: \;

Wines of France\, Australia\, South America and USA\, 7 &ndash\; 8:30 p.m.\, Tuesdays\, September 25 &nd ash\; October 23

Visit www. mcneese.edu/leisure for more information and call 337-475-5616 to register .
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180831T2026100Z-583899-277@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180927T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180927T193000 SUMMARY:MSU: Pinball DESCRIPTION:McNeese State University is offering the following Leisure Lear ning class: “Pinball: A Game for Everyone”\, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.\, Thursdays \, September 27\, October 4\, 11 Visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure for more in formation and call 337-475-5616 to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Sta te University is offering the following Leisure Learning class: \;

&ldquo\;Pinball: A Game for Ev eryone&rdquo\;\, 5:30 &ndash\; 7:30 p.m.\, Thursdays\, September 27\, Octo ber 4\, 11

Visit www.mcnees e.edu/leisure for more information and call 337-475-5616 to register.
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180831T2026220Z-583899-278@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181001T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181001T193000 SUMMARY:MSU: Chinese for Travelers DESCRIPTION:McNeese State University is offering the following Leisure Lear ning class: Chinese for Travelers with Xiu Fang Zhang\, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.\ , Monday\, October 1\, 8 Visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure for more informatio n and call 337-475-5616 to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Sta te University is offering the following Leisure Learning class: \;

Chinese for Travelers with Xiu Fang Zhang\, 6:30 &ndash\; 7:30 p.m.\, Monday\, October 1\, 8

Visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure for more information and call 337-475-5616 to register.
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180831T2027060Z-583899-279@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181002T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181002T180000 SUMMARY:MSU: American Tribal Belly Dance DESCRIPTION:McNeese State University is offering the following Leisure Lear ning class: American Tribal Style Belly Dance- Beginner\, 5 – 6 p.m.\, Tu esdays\, October 2\, 9\, 16\, 23\, 30\, November 6 Visit www.mcneese.edu/l eisure for more information and call 337-475-5616 to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Sta te University is offering the following Leisure Learning class: \;

American Tribal Style Belly Da nce- Beginner\, 5 &ndash\; 6 p.m.\, Tuesdays\, October 2\, 9\, 16\, 23\, 3 0\, November 6

Visit www.mc neese.edu/leisure for more information and call 337-475-5616 to register.< /span>
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180831T2027130Z-583899-280@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181002T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181002T200000 SUMMARY:MSU: Excel II DESCRIPTION:McNeese State University is offering the following Leisure Lear ning class: Excel II: Working with Multiple Workbooks\, Sec. A: 6 – 8 p.m .\, Tues/Thurs\, October 2\, 4 Visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure for more info rmation and call 337-475-5616 to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Sta te University is offering the following Leisure Learning class: \;

Excel II: Working with Multipl e Workbooks\, Sec. A: 6 &ndash\; 8 p.m.\, Tues/Thurs\, October 2\, 4

Visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure fo r more information and call 337-475-5616 to register.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180831T2008500Z-583899-281@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181002T181500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181002T191500 SUMMARY:MSU: Exploring Greek History & Culture DESCRIPTION:McNeese State University is offering the following Leisure Lear ning class: Exploring Greek History and Culture\, 6:15 – 7:30 p.m.\, Tues days\, October 2\, 16\, 30\, November 6\, 13 Visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure for more information and call 337-475-5616 to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Sta te University is offering the following Leisure Learning class: \;

Exploring Greek History and Cu lture\, 6:15 &ndash\; 7:30 p.m.\, Tuesdays\, October 2\, 16\, 30\, Novembe r 6\, 13

Visit www.mcneese. edu/leisure for more information and call 337-475-5616 to register.
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180831T2027200Z-583899-282@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181002T181500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181002T201500 SUMMARY:MSU: Spanish II DESCRIPTION:McNeese State University is offering the following Leisure Lear ning class: Spanish II for Beginners with Carolina Castanada\, 6:15 – 8:1 5 p.m.\, Tuesdays\, Thursdays\, October 2\, 4\, 9\, 11\, 16\, 18\, 23\, 25 Visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure for more information and call 337-475-5616 to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Sta te University is offering the following Leisure Learning class: \;

Spanish II for Beginners with Carolina Castanada\, 6:15 &ndash\; 8:15 p.m.\, Tuesdays\, Thursdays\, Octo ber 2\, 4\, 9\, 11\, 16\, 18\, 23\, 25

Visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure for more information and call 33 7-475-5616 to register.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180831T2010300Z-583899-283@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181006T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181006T150000 SUMMARY:MSU: Beginning Blacksmithing DESCRIPTION:McNeese State University is offering the following Leisure Lear ning class: Beginning Blacksmithing Skills\, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.\, Saturday\, October 6 Visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure for more information and call 337 -475-5616 to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Sta te University is offering the following Leisure Learning class: \;

Beginning Blacksmithing Skills \, 8 a.m. &ndash\; 3 p.m.\, Saturday\, October 6

Visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure for more information a nd call 337-475-5616 to register.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180831T2011250Z-583899-284@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181006T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181006T120000 SUMMARY:MSU: Chinese Cooking DESCRIPTION:McNeese State University is offering the following Leisure Lear ning class: Chinese Cooking with Xiu Fang Zhang\, Saturday\, October 6\, 10 a.m. – Noon Visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure for more information and call 337-475-5616 to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Sta te University is offering the following Leisure Learning class: \;

Chinese Cooking with Xiu Fang Zhang\, Saturday\, October 6\, 10 a.m. &ndash\; Noon

Visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure for more informati on and call 337-475-5616 to register.
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180831T2027280Z-583899-285@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181008T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181008T190000 SUMMARY:MSU: Quickbooks II DESCRIPTION:McNeese State University is offering the following Leisure Lear ning class: QuickBooks II: Setting Up Payroll\, Sales Tax\, Custom Forms\ , Reports and More\, 5 – 8 p.m.\, Mondays\, October 8\, 15\, 22 Visit www. mcneese.edu/leisure for more information and call 337-475-5616 to register . X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Sta te University is offering the following Leisure Learning class: \;

QuickBooks II: Setting Up Payr oll\, Sales Tax\, Custom Forms\, Reports and More\, 5 &ndash\; 8 p.m.\, Mo ndays\, October 8\, 15\, 22

Visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure for more information and call 337-475-5616 to register.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180831T2013120Z-583899-286@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181008T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181008T193000 SUMMARY:MSU: Jitterbug DESCRIPTION:McNeese State University is offering the following Leisure Lear ning class: Jitterbug (Single-Time Swing)\, 6:30 – 7:45 p.m.\, October 8\ , 15\, 22\, 29 Visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure for more information and call 337-475-5616 to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Sta te University is offering the following Leisure Learning class: \;

Jitterbug (Single-Time Swing)\ , 6:30 &ndash\; 7:45 p.m.\, October 8\, 15\, 22\, 29

Visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure for more informati on and call 337-475-5616 to register.
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180831T2027340Z-583899-287@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181009T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181009T200000 SUMMARY:MSU: Excel III DESCRIPTION:McNeese State University is offering the following Leisure Lear ning class: Excel III: Frequently Used Functions\, Sec. A: 6 – 8 p.m.\, T ues/Thurs\, October 9\, 11 Visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure for more informat ion and call 337-475-5616 to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Sta te University is offering the following Leisure Learning class: \;

Excel III: Frequently Used Fun ctions\, Sec. A: 6 &ndash\; 8 p.m.\, Tues/Thurs\, October 9\, 11

Visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure for mo re information and call 337-475-5616 to register.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180831T2021370Z-583899-288@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181016T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181016T200000 SUMMARY:MSU: Excel IV DESCRIPTION:McNeese State University is offering the following Leisure Lear ning class: Excel IV: Styles & Templates\, Sec. A: 6 – 8 p.m.\, Tues/Thur s\, October 16\, 18 Visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure for more information an d call 337-475-5616 to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Sta te University is offering the following Leisure Learning class: \;

Excel IV: Styles &\; Templa tes\, Sec. A: 6 &ndash\; 8 p.m.\, Tues/Thurs\, October 16\, 18 \;

Visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure f or more information and call 337-475-5616 to register.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180831T2022210Z-583899-289@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181017T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181017T200000 SUMMARY:MSU: Feng Shui DESCRIPTION:McNeese State University is offering the following Leisure Lear ning class: Feng Shui for Getting Un-Stuck\, 6:30 – 8 p.m.\, Wednesday\, October 17 Visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure for more information and call 337 -475-5616 to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Sta te University is offering the following Leisure Learning class: \;

Feng Shui for Getting Un-Stuck \, 6:30 &ndash\; 8 p.m.\, Wednesday\, October 17

Visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure for more information a nd call 337-475-5616 to register.
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180831T2027450Z-583899-290@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181103T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181104T030000 SUMMARY:MSU: Blacksmithing DESCRIPTION:McNeese State University is offering the following Leisure Lear ning class: Blacksmithing Skills – Intermediate\, 8 a.m. –3 p.m.\, Saturd ay\, November 3 Visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure for more information and cal l 337-475-5616 to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Sta te University is offering the following Leisure Learning class: \;

Blacksmithing Skills &ndash\; Intermediate\, 8 a.m. &ndash\;3 p.m.\, Saturday\, November 3
< p>Visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure for more i nformation and call 337-475-5616 to register.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180831T2024030Z-583899-291@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181105T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181105T193000 SUMMARY:MSU: Ballroom Foxtrot/Waltz DESCRIPTION:McNeese State University is offering the following Leisure Lear ning class: Ballroom Foxtrot/Waltz\, 6:30 – 7:45 p.m.\, November 5\, 12\, 26 December 3\, 10 Visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure for more information an d call 337-475-5616 to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Sta te University is offering the following Leisure Learning class: \;

Ballroom Foxtrot/Waltz\, 6:30 &ndash\; 7:45 p.m.\, November 5\, 12\, 26 December 3\, 10 \;

Visit www.mcneese.edu/leisure for mo re information and call 337-475-5616 to register.
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20180831T2025040Z-583899-292@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180905T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180905T183000 SUMMARY:Lake Charles Budget Meeting DESCRIPTION:The Lake Charles City Council is scheduled to vote on the Propo sed Operating and Capital Budget for Fiscal Year 2018-2019 at its regularl y scheduled City Council meeting on Wednesday\, September 5. The meeting w ill begin at 5:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers located at 326 Pujo St . The public will be invited to make comments on the budget at the meeting prior to the Council’s vote. The annual budget hearing\, as required by the City of Lake Charles Charter\, was held on Tuesday\, August 28. A vide o of this presentation\, along with the complete proposed budget is availa ble for the public to view online at www.cityoflakecharles.com under Commu nity Spotlight. The entire proposed budget\, including the budget letter\ , is available for public inspection in the Office of the Mayor on the 10t h floor of City Hall\, 326 Pujo St.\; and the following Calcasieu Parish l ibraries: Epps Branch\, 1320 N. Simmons St.\; Carnegie Memorial Branch\, 4 11 Pujo St.\; and Central Library\, at the corner of Ernest St. and West C laude St. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Lake Charles City Council is scheduled to vote on the Proposed Operating and Capital Budget for Fiscal Year 2018- 2019 at its regularly scheduled City Council meeting on \;Wednesday\, September 5. The meeting will beg in at \;5:30 p.m. \;in th e City Council Chambers located at \;326 Pujo St. The public will be invited to make comments on the budget at the meeting prior to th e Council&rsquo\;s vote. \;

The annual budget hearing\, as req uired by the City of Lake Charles Charter\, was held on Tuesday\, August 2 8. A video of this presentation\, along with the complete proposed budget is available for the public to view online at \;www.cityoflakech arles.com \;under Community Spotlight. \;

The entire p roposed budget\, including the budget letter\, is available for public ins pection in the Office of the Mayor on the 10^th \;floor of C ity Hall\, \;326 Pujo St.\; and the following Calcasieu Pari sh libraries: Epps Branch\, \;1320 N. Simmons St.\; C arnegie Memorial Branch\, \;411 Pujo St.\; and Central Libra ry\, at the corner of Ernest St. and West Claude St.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Lake Charles City Hall UID:20180904T1821590Z-583899-293@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181221T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181221T223000 SUMMARY:Nelly at Golden Nugget DESCRIPTION:It’s definitely going to get “Hot in Herre” when pop-rapper Nel ly takes the stage in the Grand Event Center at Golden Nugget on Friday\, December 21 at 8:30 PM. Nelly\, a three-time Grammy winner\, has sold more than 21 million albums in the U.S. and in 2009 was named the #3 Top Artis t of the Decade by Billboard. His hits include “Hot in Herre”\, “Shake Ya Tailfeather”\, “Dilemma”\, “Air Force One”\, and “Work It”. Tickets go on sale Friday\, September 21 with prices from $20-$50\, available online at www.goldennuggetlc.com or by visiting the Golden Nugget Box Office\, open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 AM to 7 PM with extended hours on concer t days. Tickets purchased online may be picked up from the Golden Nugget B ox Office on the day of the show from 11 AM to 8 PM only. All guests must be 21 or older. For a complete list of upcoming performances and to book your stay at the Golden Nugget Lake Charles\, please visitwww.goldennugget lc.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
It&rsquo\;s definitely going to get &ldquo\ ;Hot in Herre&rdquo\; when pop-rapper Nelly takes the stage in the Grand E vent Center at Golden Nugget on \;Fr iday\, December 21 at 8:30 PM. \;Nelly\, a three-time Grammy wi nner\, has sold more than 21 million albums in the U.S. and in 2009 was na med the #3 Top Artist of the Decade by Billboard. His hits include &ldquo\ ;Hot in Herre&rdquo\;\, &ldquo\;Shake Ya Tailfeather&rdquo\;\, &ldquo\;Dil emma&rdquo\;\, &ldquo\;Air Force One&rdquo\;\, and &ldquo\;Work It&rdquo\; . \;

Tickets go on sale \;Friday\, September 21 \;with prices from $20 -$50\, available online at \;www.goldennuggetlc.com \;or by vi siting the Golden Nugget Box Office\, open \;Tuesday \;through \;Saturday \;from \;11 AM to 7 PM \;with extended hours on concert days. Tickets purch ased online may be picked up from the Golden Nugget Box Office on the day of the show from 11 AM to 8 PM only. All guests must be 21 or older. \ ;

For a complete list of upcoming performances and to book your st ay at the Golden Nugget Lake Charles\, please visitwww.goldennuggetlc.com< /a>.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Golden Nugget UID:20180904T1953050Z-583899-294@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181019T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181019T210000 SUMMARY:Coats for Kids DESCRIPTION:Kiwanis Club of Lake Charles will kick off its 31st COATS FOR K IDS drive with the 3rd Annual Spooktacular on Friday\, October 19 from 5 p .m-9 p.m. at Crying Eagle Brewing Company\, 1165 East McNeese St. Crying E agle is a co-host of the event and will offer craft brews. The event will feature music by the Chris Shearman Experience and food from The Crying Ea gle Bistro\, Sloppy Taco and Paul’s RibShack. There will be a silent aucti on and ticket raffles with prizes including $250 cash\, a Growler + Fill a nd more. Admission is free\, but those who Donate a Coat of Any Size wil l receive a free Crying Eagle glass\, a drink token and a raffle ticket. D onated coats are cleaned by co-sponsor AAA Drive-In Cleaners for distribut ion to nine local charitable agencies serving underprivileged children and adults. All net cash proceeds will also benefit the charities. Tax-deduct ible sponsorships and donations are welcome and can be made to the Lake Ch arles Kiwanis Charitable Fund at the Community Foundation of Southwest Lou isiana. COATS FOR KIDS benefits Potters House\, ETC Harbour House\, The Lo rd’s Place\, Boys Village\, Oasis Women’s Shelter\, CPSM Title 10-Assistan ce to Homeless Children\, Abraham’s Tent\, Care Help of Sulphur and DeWann a’s Closet. For more info\, please contact Jim Meyer at (337) 853-1820 or Steve Ek at (337) 474-1622. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Kiwanis Club of Lake Charles will kick off its 31st COATS FOR KIDS drive with the 3rd Annual Spooktacular on Friday\, October 19 from 5 p.m-9 p.m. at Crying Eagle Brewing Company\, 1 165 East McNeese St. Crying Eagle is a co-host of the event and will offer craft brews. The event will feature music by the Chris Shearman Experienc e and food from The Crying Eagle Bistro\, Sloppy Taco and Paul&rsquo\;s Ri bShack. There will be a silent auction and ticket raffles with prizes incl uding $250 cash\, a Growler + Fill and more. \;

Admission is free\, but those who Donate a Coat of Any Size will recei ve a free Crying Eagle glass\, a drink token and a raffle ticket. Donated coats are cleaned by co-sponsor AAA Drive-In Cleaners for distribution to nine local charitable agencies serving underprivileged children and adults . All net cash proceeds will also benefit the charities. Tax-deductible sp onsorships and donations are welcome and can be made to the Lake Charles K iwanis Charitable Fund at the Community Foundation of Southwest Louisiana.

COATS FOR KIDS benefits Potters House\, ETC Harbour House\, The L ord&rsquo\;s Place\, Boys Village\, Oasis Women&rsquo\;s Shelter\, CPSM Ti tle 10-Assistance to Homeless Children\, Abraham&rsquo\;s Tent\, Care Help of Sulphur and DeWanna&rsquo\;s Closet. For more info\, please contact Ji m Meyer at (337) 853-1820 or Steve Ek at (337) 474-1622.

\; CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Crying Eagle UID:20180904T1955480Z-583899-295@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180920T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180920T180000 SUMMARY:Teen Connection DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, September 20 at 5 p.m.\, the City of Lake Charles ’ popular “Teen Connection” series will begin its second year. There is no charge to attend and the topic for the session is “Get Your Foot in the D oor – Creating a Winning Resume.” Janell Johnson\, local Human Resources p rofessional and member of the Imperial Calcasieu Human Resource Management Association (ICHRMA)\, will be the evening’s presenter. The Calcasieu Pa rish Public Library will also be on hand to help students sign up for libr ary cards and to provide information on their free resume writing resource s.   This year’s September\, October and November sessions\, held on the f irst and third Thursday of each month\, will take place at Cpl. Donald Ray Stevens Recreation Center (formerly Goosport)\, located at 1619 Cessford St. The December sessions (December 6 and 13) will take place at the Ward 3 Recreation Huber Park Community Center\, located at 2401 4th Ave.   “Tee n Connection” is designed to help teenagers learn job skills\, college pre p\, social media\, interview skills\, and ACT prep among others. The class es are instructed by educators\, government officials\, and business leade rs in the community. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
On \; Thursday\, September 20 at 5 p.m.\, the City of Lake Charles&rsquo\ ; popular &ldquo\;Teen Connection&rdquo\; series will begin its second yea r. There is no charge to attend and the topic for the session is &ldquo\;G et Your Foot in the Door &ndash\; Creating a Winning Resume.&rdquo\; Janel l Johnson\, local Human Resources professional and member of the Imperial Calcasieu Human Resource Management Association (ICHRMA)\, will be the eve ning&rsquo\;s presenter. \;

The Calcasieu Parish Public Librar y will also be on hand to help students sign up for library cards and to p rovide information on their free resume writing resources. \; \;
This year&rsquo\;s September\, October and November sessions\, held on the first and third \;Thursday \;of each month\, will take place at Cpl. Donald Ray Stevens Rec reation Center (formerly Goosport)\, located at \;1619 Cess ford St. The December sessions (Dece mber 6 and 13) will take place at the Ward 3 Recreation Huber Park Community Center\, located at 2401 4^th \;Ave. \; \;

&ldquo\;Teen Connection&rdquo\; is designed to help teenagers lea rn job skills\, college prep\, social media\, interview skills\, and ACT p rep among others. The classes are instructed by educators\, government off icials\, and business leaders in the community.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Cpl. Donald Ray Stevens Recreation Center UID:20180904T1958020Z-583899-296@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181010T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181010T120000 SUMMARY:Calcasieu Business & Career Solutions Quarterly Job Fair DESCRIPTION:Job seekers and employers are invited to the Calcasieu Business & Career Solutions Center’s Quarterly Job Fair\, which will take place fr om 9 a.m. - noon\, Wednesday\, October 10\, at the Lake Charles Civic Cent er’s Exhibition Hall. Job seekers should wear business attire\, bring a p icture ID and several copies of their current resume\, and arrive early to ensure the opportunity to meet with employers. Pre-registration is not re quired. Employers may register to take part in the job fair by October 3 by contacting the Business & Career Solutions Center at 337-721-4010. Ther e is no cost for employers to participate. Veterans\, who will be given p riority services\, are asked to arrive at 8:30 a.m. for exclusive access t o employers until 9 a.m. The job fair is sponsored by the Calcasieu Paris h Police Jury\, in conjunction with the Workforce Development Board and th e Louisiana Workforce Commission. It is funded by the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. For more information\, contact the Calcasieu Busine ss & Career Solutions Center at 337-721-4010.   X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Job seekers and employers are invited to th e Calcasieu Business &\; Career Solutions Center&rsquo\;s Quarterly Job Fair\, which will take place from \;9 a.m. - noon\, Wednesday\, \;October 10\, \;at the Lake C harles Civic Center&rsquo\;s Exhibition Hall. \;

Job seekers s hould wear business attire\, bring a picture ID and several copies of thei r current resume\, and arrive early to ensure the opportunity to meet with employers. Pre-registration is not required. \;

Employers may register to take part in the job fair by October 3 \;by contacting th e Business &\; Career Solutions Center at 337-721-4010. There is no cos t for employers to participate. \;

Veterans\, who will be give n priority services\, are asked to arrive at \;8:30 a.m. \;for exclusive access to employers until& nbsp\;9 a.m. \;

The&n bsp\;job fair \;is sponsored by the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury\, in conjunction with the Workforce Development Board and the Louisiana Workfor ce Commission. It is funded by the \;Workforce Innovation and Opportun ity Act. \;

For more information\, contact the Calcasieu Busin ess &\; Career Solutions Center at 337-721-4010. \; \;
CATEGORIES:Career Fairs & Trade Shows LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20180905T1444380Z-583899-297@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181019T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181020T020000 SUMMARY:31st Annual Coats for Kids Spooktacular! DESCRIPTION:The Kiwanis is hosting their Coats for Kids Spooktacular on Oct ober 19 at Crying Eagle. There will be brews\, foods\, music & a silent au ction. Donate a coat (any size) and receive a free crying eagle glass and drink token and a free raffle ticket for their big prize! This event suppo rts 9 local charities: Potters House\, ETC Harbour House\, The Lord's Plac e\, Boy's Village\, Oasis Women's Shelter\, CPSB Title 10-Assistance to Ho meless Children\, Abraham's Tent\, Care Help of Sulphur\, and DeWanna's Cl oset. Call (337) 474-1622 or (337) 853-1820 for more information. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Kiwanis is hosting their Coats for Kids Spooktacular on October 19 at Crying Eagle. There will be brews\, foods\, music &\; a silent auction.

Donate a coat (any size) and recei ve a free crying eagle glass and drink token and a free raffle ticket for their big prize!

This event supports 9 local charities: Potters Ho use\, ETC Harbour House\, The Lord's Place\, Boy's Village\, Oasis Women's Shelter\, CPSB Title 10-Assistance to Homeless Children\, Abraham's Tent\ , Care Help of Sulphur\, and DeWanna's Closet.

Call (337) 474-1622 or (337) 853-1820 for more information.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Crying Eagle UID:20180906T1729400Z-583899-298@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180901 SUMMARY:Fall Into Good Health DESCRIPTION:Healthy Size wants to help you Fall into Good Health and find t he right mind set. They can help you set realistic health goals. Give them a call at (337) 429-5060 in Lake Charles or (337) 824-5200 in Jennings. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Healthy Size wants to help you Fall into Go od Health and find the right mind set. They can help you set realistic hea lth goals. Give them a call at (337) 429-5060 in Lake Charles or (337) 824 -5200 in Jennings. \;

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CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:Healthy Size UID:20180906T1732520Z-583899-299@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180910 SUMMARY:Fall Into Good Health DESCRIPTION:Healthy Size wants to help you Fall into Good Health and find t he right mind set. They can help you set realistic health goals. Give them a call at (337) 429-5060 in Lake Charles or (337) 824-5200 in Jennings. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Healthy Size wants to help you Fall into Go od Health and find the right mind set. They can help you set realistic hea lth goals. Give them a call at (337) 429-5060 in Lake Charles or (337) 824 -5200 in Jennings. \;

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CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:Healthy Size UID:20180906T1732210Z-583899-300@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180915T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180915T100000 SUMMARY:International Club: 1st Golf Tournament DESCRIPTION:The International Club of SWLA is hosting their first golf tour nament on September 15! Single Player pay $85\, Teams of four at $340. The re will be food and door prizes. Call (337) 477-0683 to sign up! For more information\, click here. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Interna tional Club of SWLA is hosting their first golf tournament on September 15 !

Single Player pay $85\, T eams of four at $340.

There will be food and door prizes.

Call (337) 477-0683 to sign up!

For m ore information\, click here.
CATEGORIES:Outdoors LOCATION:The National Golf Course UID:20180906T2148270Z-583899-301@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180915T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180915T123000 SUMMARY:McNeese Beer Unveiling! DESCRIPTION:Crying Eagle Brewing Co.\, based in Lake Charles\, has announce d that it will be releasing its successful Louisiana Lager in an officiall y licensed McNeese State University commemorative can. “The idea of a McNe ese beer has been bounced around for years and we are excited to finally s ee this come to fruition” said Eric Avery\, President of Crying Eagle Brew ing. Designed by a local artist Summer Boudreaux\, this special edition c an is emblazoned with the iconic horse and rider statue found on McNeese’s campus.   “Our goal is for McNeese fans and alumni to have a go-to beer t o enjoy while tailgating and cheering on their favorite McNeese teams.” Th is special edition McNeese beer is currently in production and set for rel ease on September 15th which coincides with the first home game for McNees e Football. There will be a pregame tailgate party to celebrate the relea se at Crying Eagle Brewing from 11:30AM until kickoff. The beer will be av ailable for purchase at Crying Eagle’s taproom and at select retail locati ons. Proceeds of each case sold will be used to support McNeese State Uni versity. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Crying Ea gle Brewing Co.\, based in Lake Charles\, has announced that it will be re leasing its successful Louisiana Lager in an officially licensed McNeese S tate University commemorative can.

&ldquo\;The idea of a McNeese beer has been bounced around for years and we are excited to fina lly see this come to fruition&rdquo\; said Eric Avery\, President of Crying Eagle Brewing. \;

Designed by a local artist Summer Boudreaux\, this special edition can is emblazon ed with the iconic horse and rider statue found on McNeese&rsquo\;s campus . \; \;

&ldquo\;Our goal is for McNeese fans and alumni to have a go-to beer to enjoy while tailgating and cheering on the ir favorite McNeese teams.&rdquo\;

This special edition McNeese beer is currently in production and set for release on September 15th which coincides with the first home game for McNeese F ootball. \; There will be a pregame tailgate party to celebrate the re lease at Crying Eagle Brewing from 11:30AM until kickoff.

The beer will be available for p urchase at Crying Eagle&rsquo\;s taproom and at se lect retail locations. \; Proceeds of each case sold will be used to s upport McNeese State University.

\;
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Crying Eagle UID:20180910T1855100Z-583899-302@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180928T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180928T010000 SUMMARY:Everything You've Wanted to Know About Sleep Apnea DESCRIPTION:Sleepless nights or lack of sleep is a problem that affects mil lions of Americans. Not getting a healthy amount of sleep can not only hav e a negative impact on your overall health\, but can impair your ability t o work and can even jeopardize the safety of you or others! One common st ealer of sleep is sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is the reduction or cessation o f airflow during sleep due to obstruction or collapse of the upper airway. This condition affects up to 18 million Americans\, and many remain undia gnosed. The reduced airflow causes repeated night time wake-ups\, reduces quality of sleep which then reduces quality of life. To learn more about the effects and treatment of this condition\, join Matthew Abraham\, MD fo r his lecture on Obstructive Sleep Apnea. Dr. Abraham has more than 15 ye ars of experience in sleep medicine. Everything You’ve Wanted to Know Abo ut Sleep Apnea (But Were Too Tired to Ask)\, is a free seminar being held at 12 noon on Friday\, September 28\, in the Shearman Conference Center at Memorial Hospital on Oak Park Boulevard. Light lunch will be provided\, a nd reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance. For more infor mation or to make a reservation\, please visit lcmh.com/seminar or call (3 37) 494-2936. You can also watch the event live online by visiting lcmh.co m/watch. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Sleepless nights or lack of sleep is a prob lem that affects millions of Americans. Not getting a healthy amount of sl eep can not only have a negative impact on your overall health\, but can i mpair your ability to work and can even jeopardize the safety of you or ot hers! \;

One common stealer of sleep is sleep apnea. Sleep apn ea is the reduction or cessation of airflow during sleep due to obstructio n or collapse of the upper airway. This condition affects up to 18 million Americans\, and many remain undiagnosed. The reduced airflow causes repea ted night time wake-ups\, reduces quality of sleep which then reduces qual ity of life. \;

To learn more about the effects and treatment of this condition\, join \;Matthew Abraham\, MD \;for his lecture on Obstructive Sleep Apnea. \;

Dr. Abraham ha s more than 15 years of experience in sleep medicine. \;

E verything You&rsquo\;ve Wanted to Know About Sleep Apnea (But Were Too Tir ed to Ask)\, is \;a free seminar being held at \;12 noon \;on \;Friday\, September 28\, in the Shearman Conference Center at Memorial Hospital on Oak Park Boulevard. Light lunch will be provided\ , and reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance. \;

For more information or to make a reservation\, please visit \;lcmh.com/ seminar \;or call (337) 494-2936. You can also watch the event liv e online by visiting \;lcmh.com/watch.
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:Shearman Conference Center\, Memorial Hospital UID:20180911T1413440Z-583899-303@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180920T053000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180920T070000 SUMMARY:LiveWell Women's EXPO DESCRIPTION:CHRISTUS Ochsner Lake Area Hospital and CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Pa trick Hospital will present a night of insight and inspiration during thei r annual LiveWell Women’s Expo: “The Power of Choice”\, featuring internat ionally recognized speaker Dale Smith Thomas. Thomas is a self-described “unapologetic optimist\,” and travels the globe sharing her powerful and d own-to-earth message\; challenging audiences to connect their head with th eir heart to embark on a journey of making winning choices in every walk o f life. This is the eighth anniversary of this empowering women’s event\, and it is set for September 20\, 2018\, from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Gold en Nugget Lake Charles. The Women’s Health Expo will run from 3 – 6 p.m.\, with dinner kicking off the program at 6 p.m. “This event is primed to o ffer our guests a wonderful opportunity to get out and have a great time\, while learning about the unique health challenges and developments for wo men\,” said Heather Hidalgo\, CHRISTUS Ochsner Health Southwestern Louisia na Director of Marketing and Communications. “It is also a fabulous chance to enjoy shopping and interacting with more than 30 vendors in a fun\, gi rls-night-out atmosphere. Every year\, we have a great time together and g et to learn from a phenomenal guest. The Expo makes a real\, positive impa ct in the Lake Charles community and across Southwest Louisiana\, and 2018 is shaping up to be the best yet!” Call 866.200.3627 today for more infor mation and to reserve your spot before they are all gone! Tickets are $40/ person or $300/reserved table of eight. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CHRISTUS Ochsner Lake Area Hospital and CHR ISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick Hospital will present a night of insight and ins piration during their annual LiveWell Women&rsquo\;s Expo: &ldquo\;The Pow er of Choice&rdquo\;\, featuring internationally recognized speaker Dale S mith Thomas. \;

Thomas is a self-described &ldquo\;unapolog etic optimist\,&rdquo\; and travels the globe sharing her powerful and dow n-to-earth message\; challenging audiences to connect their head with thei r heart to embark on a journey of making winning choices in every walk of life. \;

This is the eighth anniversary of this empowering women&rsquo\;s event\, and it is set for \;September 20\, 2018\, from \;3 p.m. to 9 p.m. \;at the Golden Nugget Lake Charles. The Women&rsquo\;s Health Expo will run from \;< span class='aBn' tabindex='0' data-term='goog_317359631'>3 &ndash\; 6 p.m.\, with dinner kicking off the program at& nbsp\;6 p.m. \;

&ldquo\;This event is primed to offer our guests a wonderful opportunity to get out and have a great time\, while learning about the unique health challenges and develop ments for women\,&rdquo\; said Heather Hidalgo\, CHRISTUS Ochsner Health S outhwestern Louisiana Director of Marketing and Communications. &ldquo\;It is also a fabulous chance to enjoy shopping and interacting with more tha n 30 vendors in a fun\, girls-night-out atmosphere. Every year\, we have a great time together and get to learn from a phenomenal guest. The Expo ma kes a real\, positive impact in the Lake Charles community and across Sout hwest Louisiana\, and 2018 is shaping up to be the best yet!&rdquo\;

Call 866.200.3627 today for more information and to reserve your spo t before they are all gone!

Tickets are $40/person or $300/r eserved table of eight.
CATEGORIES:Career Fairs & Trade Shows LOCATION:Golden Nugget UID:20180911T1423290Z-583899-304@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181102T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181102T133000 SUMMARY:Big Brothers Big Sisters 5th Annual Golf for Kids' Sake! DESCRIPTION:Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Louisiana will hold their 5th Annual Golf For Kids’ Sake fundraiser (previously Fore Our Kids Golf Tournament) on Friday\, November 2nd at the Lake Charles Country Club with lunch served at 11:30am and tournament start at 1:00pm. BBBS-SWLA will ho st golfers from the local professional community who will be supporting th e mentoring organization through sponsorships and team participation. Incl uded in registration is one mulligan and 1 “Red Blast” hole. Each player h as the option to purchase the “String It Out” in which each player may buy a piece of 6ft string for a set price to be used during play to improve a player’s lie or even void a stroke. At any point\, a player may move the ball the length of the string or less\, to any desired position. If the pl ayer uses less than the full length\, they have to cut the amount used and will have the remaining amount for use in future situation in the round. There will also be cash prizes for 1st\, 2nd\, and 3rd place golfers. Your contribution will help make a BIG difference in the lives of hundreds of local youths who participate in BBBS-SWLA mentoring programs annually. Spo nsorship information and team registration can be found on the BBBS-SWLA w ebsite at www.bbbs-swla.net. Please note\, the tournament is open to the f irst 30 teams that enter\, so register soon! Sponsorship confirmations are needed by October 27th for material development. For inquiries\, please c ontact Alex Stinchcomb\, Marketing & Development Manager\, alex@bbbs-swla. net. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Big Brother s Big Sisters of Southwest Louisiana will hold their 5th Annual Golf For K ids&rsquo\; Sake fundraiser (previously Fore Our Kids Golf Tournament) on Friday\, November 2nd at the Lake Charles Country Club with lunch served a t 11:30am and tournament start at 1:00pm. BBBS-SWLA will host golfers from the local professional community who will be supporting the mentoring org anization through sponsorships and team participation. Included in registr ation is one mulligan and 1 &ldquo\;Red Blast&rdquo\; hole. Each player ha s \;the option to purchase the &ldquo\;String It Out&rdquo\; in which each player may buy a piece of 6ft string for a set price to be used durin g play to improve a player&rsquo\;s lie or even void a stroke. At any poin t\, a player may move the ball the length of the string or less\, to any d esired position. If the player uses less than the full length\, they have to cut the amount used and will have the remaining amount for use in futur e situation in the round. There will also be cash prizes for 1st\, 2nd\, a nd 3rd place golfers. Your contribution will help make a BIG difference in the lives of hundreds of local youths who participate in BBBS-SWLA mentor ing programs annually.

Spon sorship information and team registration can be found on the BBBS-SWLA we bsite at www.bbbs-swla.net. Please note\, the tournament is open to the first 30 \;teams that enter\, so register soon! Sponsorship confirmations are needed by October 27th for ma terial development. For inquiries\, please contact Alex Stinchcomb\, Marke ting &\; Development Manager\, alex @bbbs-swla.net.
CATEGORIES:Outdoors LOCATION:Lake Charles Country Club UID:20180911T1553000Z-583899-305@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180912T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180912T211500 SUMMARY:Ribbon Cutting at Rouses in Carlyss DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html: CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Rouses UID:20180911T2125210Z-583899-306@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180927T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180927T094500 SUMMARY:Ribbon Cutting at Tony's Pizza DESCRIPTION:Celebring 50 Years in Business X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Celebring 50 Years in Business
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Tony's Pizza UID:20180911T2126330Z-583899-307@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181005T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181005T161500 SUMMARY:Ribbon Cutting at Lakeside Bank in Sulphur DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html: CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Lakeside Bank UID:20180911T2127270Z-583899-308@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181010T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181010T091500 SUMMARY:Ribbon Cutting at Rouses in Moss Bluff DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html: CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Rouses UID:20180911T2128190Z-583899-309@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181024T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181024T164500 SUMMARY:Ribbon Cutting at The Therapy Center DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html: CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:The Therapy Center UID:20180911T2129080Z-583899-310@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181101T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181101T101500 SUMMARY:Ribbon Cutting at Northwestern Mutual DESCRIPTION:Celebrating their Expansion & Remodel X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Celebrating their Expansion &\; Remodel< /p> CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Chase Bank Building UID:20180911T2131400Z-583899-311@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180920T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180920T140000 SUMMARY:ArtFest: Outer Space DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, October 20th\, ArtsFest returns to engage area ch ildren in a free arts festival from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Lake Charles Civic Center’s Exhibition Hall. This event is hosted annually by the Arts Council of SWLA and the City of Lake Charles\, and it encourages creative expression through hands-on art projects. Local organizations and business es will host booths where children can craft fun and creative pieces of ar t that educate them on the 2018 theme of “Outer Space.” Children can take home all of their art projects which cover a wide range of mediums includi ng painting\, drawing\, sculpture\, and crafts. ArtsFest will also feature the wildly popular one-on-one pottery lessons and featured performers in conjunction with Culture Fest. ArtsFest is sponsored by the City of Lake C harles\, the Arts Council of SWLA\, L’Auberge Lake Charles\, ASI Printing\ , Knight Media\, Inc.\, Nick Reina State Farm\, Image 360\, Stine Lumber\, The Art Factory\, and the Office of Cultural Development. Area businesses or organizations interested in sponsoring or hosting a craft booth should contact the Arts Council at (337) 439-2787. For more information about Ar tsFest\, or additional services and programming from the Arts Council\, vi sit www.artscouncilswla.org. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
On Saturday\, October 20^th\, Art sFest returns to engage area children in a free arts festival from \;< span data-term='goog_317359885'>10 a.m. to 2 p.m. \;in the Lake Charles Civic Center&rsquo\;s Exhibition Hall. This event is hosted annua lly by the Arts Council of SWLA and the City of Lake Charles\, and it enco urages creative expression through hands-on art projects.

Local or ganizations and businesses will host booths where children can craft fun a nd creative pieces of art that educate them on the 2018 theme of &ldquo\;O uter Space.&rdquo\; Children can take home all of their art projects which cover a wide range of mediums including painting\, drawing\, sculpture\, and crafts.

ArtsFest will also feature the wildly popular one-on-o ne pottery lessons and featured performers in conjunction with Culture Fes t.

ArtsFest is sponsored by the City of Lake Charles\, the Arts Co uncil of SWLA\, L&rsquo\;Auberge Lake Charles\, ASI Printing\, Knight Medi a\, Inc.\, Nick Reina State Farm\, Image 360\, Stine Lumber\, The Art Fact ory\, and the Office of Cultural Development.

Area businesses or o rganizations interested in sponsoring or hosting a craft booth should cont act the Arts Council at (337) 439-2787.

For more information about ArtsFest\, or additional services and programming from the Arts Council\, visit \;www.artscouncilswla.org.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20180912T1554590Z-583899-312@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180919T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180919T120000 SUMMARY:Make the Most of your EarlySteps Services DESCRIPTION:EarlySteps and Families Helping Families of SWLA would like to invite you to attend an EarlySteps Workshop called\, 'Make the Most of You r EarlySteps Services' on Wednesday\, September 19\, 2018 from 10 AM to 12 PM at Families Helping Families of SWLA. This workshop will share infor mation on what every parent needs to know about how to help you and your c hild get the most out of EarlySteps services. Snacks provided and door pri zes drawings\, but you must register to attend. Register Now! Or\, contact China Guillory at info@fhfswla.org or (337) 436-2570. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
EarlySteps and Families Helping Families of SWLA would like to invite you to attend a n EarlySteps Workshop called\, 'Make the Most of Your EarlySteps Services' on Wednesday\, September 19\, 2018 from 10 AM to 12 PM at Families Helpin g Families of SWLA. \;

This workshop will share information on what every parent needs to know a bout how to help you and your child get the most out of EarlySteps service s.

Snacks provided and door prizes drawings\, but you must register to attend.

R egister Now!

Or\, conta ct China Guillory at info@fhfswla.org or (337) 436-2570.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Families Helping Families UID:20180913T1339520Z-583899-313@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181013T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181013T130000 SUMMARY:Safety Seminar & Fly In with FAA FAASTeam DESCRIPTION:This free events offers information and networking to all gener al aviation pilots. It's presented by the Federal Aviation Administration Safety Team. Attendees can earn up to four basic/advanced WINGS pilot pro ficiency credits. A free lunch will be provided and all facility\, ramp a nd parking fees are waived. There will also be door prizes. Reserve your s pot today by visiting chennault.org and click on 'register for fly-in' For more information\, contact Jeff Rafferty at (225) 932-5903 or jeffery.raf ferty@faa.gov. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This free events offers information and net working to all general aviation pilots. It's presented by the Federal Avia tion Administration Safety Team. \;

Attendees can earn up to f our basic/advanced WINGS pilot proficiency credits. \;

A free lunch will be provided and all facility\, ramp and parking fees are waived . There will also be door prizes.

Reserve your spot today by visit ing chennault.org and click on 'register for fly-in'

For more info rmation\, contact Jeff Rafferty at (225) 932-5903 or jeffery.rafferty@faa. gov.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Chennault International Airport UID:20180913T1541120Z-583899-314@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181001T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181001T200000 SUMMARY:Annual Calcasieu College & Career Fair DESCRIPTION:This event - for 8th grade through 12th grade students - showca ses over 40 colleges\, universities\, businesses\, industries\, and milita ry branches. Students are given the opportunites to speak with representat ives about all aspects of the post-secondary education process\, employmen t potential\, and military service. There will be door prize drawings. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This event - for 8th grade through 12th gra de students - showcases over 40 colleges\, universities\, businesses\, ind ustries\, and military branches. Students are given the opportunites to sp eak with representatives about all aspects of the post-secondary education process\, employment potential\, and military service.

There will be door prize drawings.

\;
CATEGORIES:Career Fairs & Trade Shows LOCATION:McNeese Recreational Complex UID:20180913T1806560Z-583899-315@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181107T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181107T164500 SUMMARY:Ribbon Cutting at Johnson Funeral Home/Moss Bluff DESCRIPTION:Open House from 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM with official ribbon cutting ceremony taking place at 4:30 PM. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Open House from 3:00 PM &ndash\; 6:00 PM wi th official ribbon cutting ceremony taking place at \;4:30 PM.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20180921T1349050Z-583899-316@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180920T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180920T180000 SUMMARY:City’s Popular “Teen Connection” Series Returns This Week for Sopho more Year DESCRIPTION:This Thursday\, September 20 at 5 p.m.\, the City of Lake Charl es’ popular “Teen Connection” series will begin its second year. There is no charge to attend and the topic for the session is “Get Your Foot in the Door – Creating a Winning Resume.” Janell Johnson\, local Human Resources professional and member of the Imperial Calcasieu Human Resource Manageme nt Association (ICHRMA)\, will be the evening’s presenter. The Calcasieu Parish Public Library will also be on hand to help students sign up for li brary cards and to provide information on their free resume writing resour ces.   In October 2017\, the City of Lake Charles began hosting the free “ Teen Connection” seminars for teenagers\, 13 to 18 years old\, in Calcasie u Parish. This year’s September\, October and November sessions\, held on the first and third Thursday of each month\, will take place at Cpl. Donal d Ray Stevens Recreation Center (formerly Goosport)\, located at 1619 Cess ford St. The December sessions (December 6 and 13) will take place at the Ward 3 Recreation Huber Park Community Center\, located at 2401 4th Ave.   “Teen Connection” is designed to help teenagers learn job skills\, colleg e prep\, social media\, interview skills\, and ACT prep among others. The classes are instructed by educators\, government officials\, and business leaders in the community. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This \;Thursday\, September 20 at 5 p.m.\, the City of Lake Charles&rsqu o\; popular &ldquo\;Teen Connection&rdquo\; series will begin its second y ear. There is no charge to attend and the topic for the session is &ldquo\ ;Get Your Foot in the Door &ndash\; Creating a Winning Resume.&rdquo\; Jan ell Johnson\, local Human Resources professional and member of the Imperia l Calcasieu Human Resource Management Association (ICHRMA)\, will be the e vening&rsquo\;s presenter. \;

The Calcasieu Parish Public Libr ary will also be on hand to help students sign up for library cards and to provide information on their free resume writing resources. \; \;

In October 2017\, the City of Lake Charles began hosting the free &ldquo\;Teen Connection&rdquo\; seminars for teenagers\, 13 to 18 years o ld\, in Calcasieu Parish. This year&rsquo\;s September\, October and Novem ber sessions\, held on the first and third \;Thursday \;of each month\, will take place at Cpl. Don ald Ray Stevens Recreation Center (formerly Goosport)\, located at \;< a href='https://maps.google.com/?q=1619+Cessford+St&\;entry=gmail&\; source=g'>1619 Cessford St. The December sessions (December 6 and 13) will take place at the Ward 3 Rec reation Huber Park Community Center\, located at 2401 4^th \ ;Ave. \; \;

&ldquo\;Teen Connection&rdquo\; is designed to help teenagers learn job skills\, college prep\, social media\, interview skills\, and ACT prep among others. The classes are instructed by educato rs\, government officials\, and business leaders in the community.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Cpl. Donald Ray Stevens Recreation Center UID:20180917T1523240Z-583899-317@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181009T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181009T120000 SUMMARY:IEP Boot Camp Workshop DESCRIPTION:You're invited to a free workshop for parents of children and y outh with disabilities and for professionals called IEP Boot Camp! It will be held on Tuesday\, October 9\, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Jeff Davis Pa rish LSU Ag Center\, 1006 S. Lake Arthur Avenue\, Jennings\, LA 70546. IEP Boot Camp Workshop will discuss the process for IEP meetings and how pare nts can participate in the IEP process to help their child with their educ ational needs. If you can please remember to bring your child's current IE P\, you may want to refer to it during this workshop. The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) outlines a process for IEP meetings\; a lthough IEP services are individualized for each child\; the IEP process s hould be routine and predictable so parents can learn to participate. If y our child qualifies for special education\, you need Boot Camp! Why? IEP B oot Camp is a place where everybody gets the same basic instruction and in formation. You will learn to: be a part of developing your child's educati on program\; know what services to ask for\; ask confidently for services your child needs You Must Register to Attend! Seating is Limited! Please r egister early to secure your seat! There is no fee to attend - registratio n is free! Register Now\, or contact Mylinda Elliott at info@fhfswla.org o r 337-436-2570. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
You're invited to a free workshop for paren ts of children and youth with disabilities and for professionals called IE P Boot Camp! It will be held on Tuesday\, October 9\, from 10 a.m. to 12 p .m. at Jeff Davis Parish LSU Ag Center\, 1006 S. Lake Arthur Avenue\, Jenn ings\, LA 70546. IEP Boot Camp Workshop will discuss the process for IEP m eetings and how parents can participate in the IEP process to help their c hild with their educational needs. If you can please remember to bring you r child's current IEP\, you may want to refer to it during this workshop.< /p>
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) outlines a process for IEP meetings\; although IEP services are individualized for ea ch child\; the IEP process should be routine and predictable so parents ca n learn to participate. If your child qualifies for special education\, yo u need Boot Camp! Why? IEP Boot Camp is a place where everybody gets the s ame basic instruction and information.

You will learn to:

be a part of developing your child's education program\;

know what services to ask for\;

ask confidently for services you r child needs

You Must Register to Attend! Seating is Limi ted! Please register early to secure your seat! There is no fee to attend - registration is free!

Register Now\, or contact Mylinda Elliott at info@fhfswla.org or 337-436-2570.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Jeff Davis Parish Ag Center UID:20180917T1531240Z-583899-319@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180925T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180925T140000 SUMMARY:A Voter’s Education Training for Individuals with Disabilities! DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend to find out what you need to know abo ut voting and voting rights of individuals with disabilities. The Voters E ducation Training will be held on Tuesday\, September 25\, 2018 at 1 PM at Families Helping Families of SWLA\, 2927 Hodges Street\, Lake Charles. Th e training is sponsored by Families Helping Families of SWLA and the Advoc acy Center of Louisiana. Space is limited so register today! Register Now or contact Wallace Johnson at info@fhfswla.org or 337-436-2570. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
You are invited to attend to find out what you need to know about voting and voting rights of individuals with disabi lities. The Voters Education Training will be held on Tuesday\, September 25\, 2018 at 1 PM at Families Helping Families of SWLA\, 2927 Hodges Stree t\, Lake Charles. The training is sponsored by Families Helping Families o f SWLA and the Advocacy Center of Louisiana.

Space is limited so r egister today!

Register Now&nb sp\;or contact Wallace Johnson at info@f hfswla.org or 337-436-2570.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Families Helping Families UID:20180917T1533530Z-583899-320@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180920T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180920T110000 SUMMARY:ImCal Developmental Disabilities Services DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend Imperial Calcasieu Developmental Disa bilities Services What You Need to Know on Thursday\, September 20\, at 10 a.m. at Families Helping Families of SWLA\, 2927 Hodges Street\, Lake Cha rles. Join us to find out the services Imperial Calcasieu Human Services A uthority Developmental Disabilities Division provides\, how to apply for s ervices\, and more! Presenters are: Tammy Lewis\, Community Services Super visor Marla Cradeur\, RN. Doanie Perry\, Medical Certification Specialist Topics Include: What Services are offered Application process Natural and Community Supports Waiver Services There is no fee to attend! Everyone mus t RSVP! Seating is Limited\, so please register ASAP! Register Now\, or co ntact Carla Chenier at info@fhfswla.org or (337) 436-2570. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
You are invited to attend Imperial Calcasie u Developmental Disabilities Services What You Need to Know on Thursday\, September 20\, at 10 a.m. at Families Helping Families of SWLA\, 2927 Hodg es Street\, Lake Charles.

Join us to find out the services Imperia l Calcasieu Human Services Authority Developmental Disabilities Division p rovides\, how to apply for services\, and more!

Presenters are:

Tammy Lewis\, Community Services Supervisor

Marla C radeur\, RN.

Doanie Perry\, Medical Certification Specialist

Topics Include:

What Services are offered

Application process

Natural and Community Supports
< li>Waiver Services

There is no fee to attend! Everyone mus t RSVP! Seating is Limited\, so please register ASAP!

Register Now \, or contact Carla Chenier at info@fhfs wla.org or (337) 436-2570.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Families Helping Families UID:20180917T1536040Z-583899-321@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180920T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180920T180000 SUMMARY:LiveWell Women’s Expo: “The Power of Choice” DESCRIPTION:CHRISTUS Ochsner Lake Area Hospital and CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Pa trick Hospital will present a night of insight and inspiration during thei r annual LiveWell Women’s Expo: “The Power of Choice”\, featuring internat ionally recognized speaker Dale Smith Thomas. Thomas is a self-described “ unapologetic optimist\,” and travels the globe sharing her powerful and do wn-to-earth message\; challenging audiences to connect their head with the ir heart to embark on a journey of making winning choices in every walk of life. This is the eighth anniversary of this empowering women’s event\, a nd it is set for September 20\, 2018\, from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Golden Nugget Lake Charles. The Women’s Health Expo will run from 3 – 6 p.m.\, w ith dinner kicking off the Call 866.200.3627 today for more information a nd to reserve your spot before they are all gone! Tickets are $40/person o r $300/reserved table of eight. Guests can register online by clicking her e or visit: https://www.christushealth.org/livewell-womens-network/livewel l-power-of-choice X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CHRISTUS Oc hsner Lake Area Hospital and CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick Hospital will pr esent a night of insight and inspiration during their annual LiveWell Wome n&rsquo\;s Expo: &ldquo\;The Power of Choice&rdquo\;\, featuring internati onally recognized speaker Dale Smith Thomas.

Thomas is a self-described &ldquo\;unapologetic optim ist\,&rdquo\; and travels the globe sharing her powerful and down-to-earth message\; challenging audiences to connect their head with their heart to embark on a journey of making winning choices in every walk of life.

This is the eighth anniversa ry of this empowering women&rsquo\;s event\, and it is set for \;Se ptember 20\, 2018\, from \;3 p.m. to 9 p.m. \;at the Golden Nugget Lake Charles. The Women&rsquo\;s Health Ex po will run from \;3 &ndash\; 6 p.m.\, with dinner ki cking off the \;

Cal l 866.200.3627 today for more information and to reserve your spot before they are all gone! \;Tickets are $40/person or $300/reserved table of eight.

Guests can register online by clicking here \;or visit: \; https://www.chri stushealth.org/livewell-womens-network/livewell-power-of-cho ice
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Golden Nugget UID:20180917T2004450Z-583899-322@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181003T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181004T050000 SUMMARY:LFEI: Leadership Bootcamp DESCRIPTION:Thinking of running for public office? Running\, but don’t know where to start? Already in office\, and facing serious opposition? LABI’s Louisiana Free Enterprise Institute is hosting a series of Leadership Boo tcamps in October designed to teach\, train and launch pro-business leader s to run for office. These sessions are free and open to the public. Just a free registration is required. LFEI is committed to recruiting and edu cating pro-business leaders in public office who understand and support th e ideals of free enterprise. Our Bootcamps are designed to equip candidate s for offices of all size\, as well as their campaign teams\, with the bes t information and tools to run a successful campaign. In a series of free\ , regional sessions\, we will bring together the experts and veterans who can help your team win. CLICK HERE to register to attend our Bootcamp seri es. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Thinking of running for public office? Runn ing\, but don&rsquo\;t know where to start? Already in office\, and facing serious opposition? LABI&rsquo\;s Louisiana Free Enterprise Institute is hosting a series of Leadership Bootcamps in October designed to teach\, tr ain and launch pro-business leaders to run for office. \;These session s are free and open to the public. \;Just a free registration is requi red.

\;
LFEI is committed to recruiting and educating pr o-business leaders in public office who understand and support the ideals of free enterprise. Our Bootcamps are designed to equip candidates for off ices of all size\, as well as their campaign teams\, with the best informa tion and tools to run a successful campaign. In a series of free\, regiona l sessions\, we will bring together the experts and veterans who can help your team win.

CLICK HERE \ ;to register to attend our Bootcamp series.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20180917T2017390Z-583899-323@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181006T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181006T140000 SUMMARY:Family Health & Wellness Fair DESCRIPTION:Plans are underway for a free Family Health and Wellness Fair o n Saturday\, October 6\, at Wiley B. McMillan Community Center (343 Goos S t.). The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. An event of Mayor N ic Hunter’s Partners in Parks initiative\, the fair is being presented by the City of Lake Charles\, CHRISTUS Health Southwest Louisiana Ochsner Hea lth System\, the Nellie Lutcher Cultural District Neighborhood Alliance an d New Sunlight Baptist Church. The health and wellness fair will feature cancer education\, including information on how to obtain mammogram vouche rs\, heart education\, blood pressure checks\, HPV parent information\, de ntal education\, fitness demonstrations and nutrition education\, includin g information on how to read food labels. Medicare and Medicaid registrati on\, prescription assistance and fire prevention information will also be available. The Family Health and Wellness Fair is being presented in partn ership with Acadian Ambulance\, Freshko Foods\, Kool Smiles\, Kroger\, KZW A 104.9\, Lake Charles Fire Prevention Bureau\, Louisiana Campaign for Tob acco-Free Living\, PEaceful Warrior Program\, Resolutions Counseling Servi ces\, LLC\, Dr. Kenneth Parks\, The Eye Clinic\, Southwest Louisiana Cente r for Health Services\, Sowela RN Program\, Sowela Culinary Arts\, Ward 3 Recreation – Zydeco Aerobics with Mona Doshier and Zumba with Jacoby. For more information\, contact Nicole Moncrief by emailing nicolemoncrief@yah oo.com or calling 491-1382. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Plans are underway for a free Family Health and Wellness Fair on \;Saturday\, O ctober 6\, at Wiley B. McMillan Community Center (343 Goos St .). The event will take place from \;10 a.m. to 2 p.m. \;

An event of Mayor Nic Hunter& rsquo\;s Partners in Parks initiative\, the fair is being presented by the City of Lake Charles\, CHRISTUS Health Southwest Louisiana Ochsner Health System\, the Nellie Lutcher Cultural District Neighborhood Alliance and N ew Sunlight Baptist Church. \;

The health and wellness fair wi ll feature cancer education\, including information on how to obtain mammo gram vouchers\, heart education\, blood pressure checks\, HPV parent infor mation\, dental education\, fitness demonstrations and nutrition education \, including information on how to read food labels. Medicare and Medicaid registration\, prescription assistance and fire prevention information wi ll also be available.

The Family Health and Wellness Fair is being presented in partnership with Acadian Ambulance\, Freshko Foods\, Kool Sm iles\, Kroger\, KZWA 104.9\, Lake Charles Fire Prevention Bureau\, Louisia na Campaign for Tobacco-Free Living\, PEaceful Warrior Program\, Resolutio ns Counseling Services\, LLC\, Dr. Kenneth Parks\, The Eye Clinic\, Southw est Louisiana Center for Health Services\, Sowela RN Program\, Sowela Culi nary Arts\, Ward 3 Recreation &ndash\; Zydeco Aerobics with Mona Doshier a nd Zumba with Jacoby. \;

For more information\, contact Nicole Moncrief by emailing \;nico lemoncrief@yahoo.com \;or calling 491-1382.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Wiley B. McMillan Park UID:20180918T1549310Z-583899-324@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180925T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180925T133000 SUMMARY:Small Business\, Big Threat: Cybersecurity & Your Business DESCRIPTION:Are you #CyberAware? October is Cyber Awareness Month and the S mall Business Development Center at McNeese State University is hosting a luncheon to prepare small businesses for and to protect against cyber secu rity issues. At this workshop\, owners will be provided information on how to comply with regulations such as: HIPAA for Healthcare PCI for credit card payments FERPA for educational providers This workshop will be from 1 1:30 to 1:30 p.m. at the SEED Center. Cost is $30 and includes lunch. RSV P to lsbdc.msu@mcneese.edu or www.lsbdc.org/msu. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Are you #CyberAware?

October is Cyb er Awareness Month and the Small Business Development Center at McNeese St ate University is hosting a luncheon to prepare small businesses for and t o protect against cyber security issues.

At this workshop\, owners will be provided information on how to comply with regulations such as:&n bsp\;

HIPAA for Healthcare

PCI for credit card pa yments

FERPA for educational providers

This work shop will be from 11:30 to 1:30 p.m. at the SEED Center.

Cost is $ 30 and includes lunch. \;

RSVP to lsbdc.msu@mcneese.edu or www .lsbdc.org/msu.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20180918T1606000Z-583899-325@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180925T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180925T180000 SUMMARY:Basic Business Bookkeeping DESCRIPTION:The Louisiana Small Business Development Center at McNeese is h osting this workshop for small businesses. Attendees will learn about Hiri ng Family Members Business Housekeeping Documentation Systems Unique Busin ess Expenses Deducting Travel Expenses Top Tax Breaks Home Office Expenses RSVP to lsbdc.msu@lsbdc.org or www.lsbdc.org/msu X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Louisiana Small Business Development Ce nter at McNeese is hosting this workshop for small businesses. Attendees w ill learn about

Hiring Family Members

Business Ho usekeeping

Documentation Systems

Unique Business Expen ses

Deducting Travel Expenses

Top Tax Breaks

Home Office Expenses

RSVP to lsbdc.msu@lsbdc.org or www.l sbdc.org/msu
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Zieglar Art Museum UID:20180918T1608310Z-583899-326@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181020T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181020T110000 SUMMARY:Free Bat Seminar Scheduled for Tuten Park DESCRIPTION:Just in time for International Bat Week\, a free bat seminar wi ll be held at Tuten Park (3801 Nelson Rd.) on Saturday\, October 20\, from 9-11 a.m. The seminar\, presented by Theresa Cross\, an educator with the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries and SWLA Master Naturalist board member\, will provide an information-packed seminar dedicated to th ese nocturnal creatures. “Participants will get a closer look at the impor tance of bats to humans\, the particular species the inhabit Louisiana and their diets\,” said Irvin Louque\, Tuten Park program manager. “Informati on on a bat house design that works well for Louisiana-native bats will be presented.” There is no cost to attend the seminar\, but space is limited . Pre-registration is required and can be completed by visiting bit.ly/Tut enEd or calling (337) 491-8770. Individuals interested in investing in cit y parks made do so online by visiting www.foundationswla.org. Tuten Park\ , located at 3801 Nelson Road\, is a 24-acre park with natural woods\, wal king paths\, butterfly garden and more. It’s open Tuesday – Saturdayfrom 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and from noon to 7 p.m. on Sunday. The park is closed on M ondays for cleaning and maintenance. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Just in time for International Bat Week\, a free bat seminar will be held at Tuten Park (3801 Nelson Rd. ) on \;Saturday\, October 20\, from \;9-11 a.m.

The seminar\, presented by Theresa Cross\, an educator with the Louisiana Depa rtment of Wildlife and Fisheries and SWLA Master Naturalist board member\, will provide an information-packed seminar dedicated to these nocturnal c reatures.

&ldquo\;Participants will get a closer look at the impor tance of bats to humans\, the particular species the inhabit Louisiana and their diets\,&rdquo\; said Irvin Louque\, Tuten Park program manager. &ld quo\;Information on a bat house design that works well for Louisiana-nativ e bats will be presented.&rdquo\;

There is no cost to attend the s eminar\, but space is limited. Pre-registration is required and can be com pleted by visiting \;bit.ly/TutenEd \;or calling (337) 491-8770.

Indivi duals interested in investing in city parks made do so online by visiting& nbsp\;www.foundationswla.org. \;

Tuten Park\, located at \;3801 Nelson Road\, is a 24-acre park with natural wo ods\, walking paths\, butterfly garden and more. It&rsquo\;s open \;~~Tuesday \;&ndash\; \;Saturdayfrom \;9 a.m. to 7 p.m. \;and from \;noon to 7 p.m. \;on Sunday. The park is closed on Mondays for cleaning and mainten ance.~~
CATEGORIES:Outdoors LOCATION:Tuten Park UID:20180919T1505130Z-583899-327@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181023 SUMMARY:2018 Empowerment Conference & Resource Fair DESCRIPTION:Families Helping Families invites everyone to their 2018 Empowe rment Conference & Resource Fair. The conference will be held Tuesday\, Oc tober 23\, from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM (Registration begins at 8:00 AM) at the Lake Charles Civic Center - 3rd Floor Buccaneer Room\, 900 Lakeshore Driv e\, Lake Charles\, LA 70601. This conference will present topics relevant to individuals with disabilities and their families and interested profess ionals related to empowerment and advocacy! Topics: Waiver Changes\, Speci al Education Progress - Endrew F.\, Bullying Prevention\, and Taking Care of You! Visit information tables from area agencies that will spotlight se rvices and supports available in Southwest Louisiana for individuals with disabilities and their families. LIGHT LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED! NO REGISTRA TION FEE\, BUT YOU MUST BE REGISTERED TO ATTEND! Register Now or contact W allace Johnson at info@fhfswla.org or (337) 436-2570/ 1-800-894-6558. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Families Helping Families invites everyone to their 2018 Empowerment Conference &\; Resource Fair. The conference will be held Tuesday\, October 23\, from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM (Registration begins at 8:00 AM) at the Lake Charles Civic Center - 3rd Floor Buccaneer Room\, 900 Lakeshore Drive\, Lake Charles\, LA 70601.

This confere nce will present topics relevant to individuals with disabilities and thei r families and interested professionals related to empowerment and advocac y! Topics: Waiver Changes\, Special Education Progress - Endrew F.\, Bully ing Prevention\, and Taking Care of You!

Visit information tables from area agencies that will spotlight services and supports available in Southwest Louisiana for individuals with disabilities and their families.< /p>
LIGHT LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED! NO REGISTRATION FEE\, BUT YOU MUST B E REGISTERED TO ATTEND!

Register Now or contact Wallace Johnson at info@fhfswla.org or (337) 436-2570/ 1-800-894-6558.
CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20180919T1512320Z-583899-328@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180928T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180928T210000 SUMMARY:The Haunted Ship RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20181101;BYDAY=FR,SA DESCRIPTION:The USS ORLECK Naval Museum (USSONM) is pleased to announce tha t the Museum will once again open its hatches to thrill seekers\, revelers \, and Halloween enthusiasts for what will be another year of Haunted Ship excitement beginning the last weekend in September.    The Haunted Ship Lake Charles will be held on Fridays and Saturdays on the fol lowing dates: September 28-29: October 5-6\, 12-13\, 19-20\, 26-27and Wedn esday\, October 31st.  General Admission is $15\; Fast Passes are $25. Ga tes open at 6 PM\, with hatches open at 7 PM.  'The Haunted Ship Lake Char les' is recommended for ages 10 & up. We have not forgotten our younger Halloween enthusiasts. A kids' shipboard'Haunted Ship Lake Charles' even t will be held on Tuesday\, October 30th\, from 5 PM to 7 PM. The kids wi ll be treated to a children's Halloween experience aboard the historic 73- year old Navy destroyer with fun\, games\, and treats. Advance reservatio n required: $7 for first child\; $5.00 for each additional child   Space is limited\; space available tickets $10 at the door so reserve today and save! Call 337-214-7447 or email:  info@orleck.org. Tickets are availab le for purchase on-line at https://orleck.ticketleap.com/\, at ship office at 604 North Enterprise Blvd\, Lake Charles LA\, and by phone at (337) 21 4-7447. (Again\, closed-toe\, non-slip footwear is required for guests' sa fety and comfort.) Concessions and souvenirs will be available for purcha se. The Haunted Ship is a fundraising event for the USS ORLECK Naval Museu m (USSONM). The USSONM is a private\, tax-exempt\, not-for-profit organiz ation (TAX ID: 90-0507764) and is managed\, operated\, and being restored by a dedicated group of volunteers.   X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The USS ORLECK Naval Museum (USSONM) is p leased to announce that the Museum will once again open its hatches to thr ill seekers\, revelers\, and Halloween enthusiasts for what will be anothe r year of Haunted Ship excitement beginning the last weekend in September.

\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \;
The Haunted Ship Lake Charles \;will be held on Fridays and Saturdays on the following dates: \;September 28-29: \;October 5-6\, 12 -13\, 19-20\, 26-27and \;Wednesday\, October 31st.&nbs p\; \;General Admission is $15\; Fast Passes are $25. \; Gates open at \;6 PM\, with hatches open at \;7 PM. \; \;'The Haunted Ship Lake Charles' \;is recommended for ages 10 &\; up. \;

\;

We have not forgotten our younger Halloween enthusiasts.&nb sp\; A kids' shipboard'Haunted Ship Lake Charles' \;e vent will be held on \;Tuesday\, October 30th\, \; from \;5 PM to 7 PM. \; The kids will be treated to a children's Halloween experience aboard the historic 7 3-year old Navy destroyer with fun\, games\, and treats. \; Advance re servation required: \; $7 for first child\; $5.00 for each additional child \; \; Space is limited\; space available tickets $10 at the door so reserve today and save! \; Call 337-214-7447 or email: \;& nbsp\;info@orleck.org.

\;

Tickets are available for purchase on-line at \;https ://orleck.ticketleap.com/\, at ship office at \;604 North Enterprise Blvd\, Lake Charles LA \, and by phone at (337) 214-7447. (Again\, closed-toe\, non-slip footwear is required for guests' safety and comfort.) \; Concessions and souve nirs will be available for purchase. The Haunted Ship is a fundraising eve nt for the USS ORLECK Naval Museum (USSONM). \; The USSONM is a privat e\, tax-exempt\, not-for-profit organization (TAX ID: \; 90-0507764) a nd is managed\, operated\, and being restored by a dedicated group of volu nteers. \; \;
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:U.S.S. Orleck UID:20180919T1516150Z-583899-329@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181031T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181031T210000 SUMMARY:The Haunted Ship RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;UNTIL=20181031T210000;BYDAY=-1WE DESCRIPTION:The USS ORLECK Naval Museum (USSONM) is pleased to announce tha t the Museum will once again open its hatches to thrill seekers\, revelers \, and Halloween enthusiasts for what will be another year of Haunted Ship excitement beginning the last weekend in September.    The Haunted Ship Lake Charles will be held on Fridays and Saturdays on the fol lowing dates: September 28-29: October 5-6\, 12-13\, 19-20\, 26-27and Wedn esday\, October 31st.  General Admission is $15\; Fast Passes are $25. Ga tes open at 6 PM\, with hatches open at 7 PM.  'The Haunted Ship Lake Char les' is recommended for ages 10 & up. We have not forgotten our younger Halloween enthusiasts. A kids' shipboard'Haunted Ship Lake Charles' even t will be held on Tuesday\, October 30th\, from 5 PM to 7 PM. The kids wi ll be treated to a children's Halloween experience aboard the historic 73- year old Navy destroyer with fun\, games\, and treats. Advance reservatio n required: $7 for first child\; $5.00 for each additional child   Space is limited\; space available tickets $10 at the door so reserve today and save! Call 337-214-7447 or email:  info@orleck.org. Tickets are availab le for purchase on-line at https://orleck.ticketleap.com/\, at ship office at 604 North Enterprise Blvd\, Lake Charles LA\, and by phone at (337) 21 4-7447. (Again\, closed-toe\, non-slip footwear is required for guests' sa fety and comfort.) Concessions and souvenirs will be available for purcha se. The Haunted Ship is a fundraising event for the USS ORLECK Naval Museu m (USSONM). The USSONM is a private\, tax-exempt\, not-for-profit organiz ation (TAX ID: 90-0507764) and is managed\, operated\, and being restored by a dedicated group of volunteers.   X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The USS ORLECK Naval Museum (USSONM) is p leased to announce that the Museum will once again open its hatches to thr ill seekers\, revelers\, and Halloween enthusiasts for what will be anothe r year of Haunted Ship excitement beginning the last weekend in September.

\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \;

The Haunted Ship Lake Charles \;will be held on Fridays and Saturdays on the following dates: \;September 28-29: \;October 5-6\, 12 -13\, 19-20\, 26-27and \;Wednesday\, October 31st.&nbs p\; \;General Admission is $15\; Fast Passes are $25. \; Gates open at \;6 PM\, with hatches open at \;7 PM. \; \;'The Haunted Ship Lake Charles' \;is recommended for ages 10 &\; up. \;

\;

We have not forgotten our younger Halloween enthusiasts.&nb sp\; A kids' shipboard'Haunted Ship Lake Charles' \;e vent will be held on \;Tuesday\, October 30th\, \; from \;5 PM to 7 PM. \; The kids will be treated to a children's Halloween experience aboard the historic 7 3-year old Navy destroyer with fun\, games\, and treats. \; Advance re servation required: \; $7 for first child\; $5.00 for each additional child \; \; Space is limited\; space available tickets $10 at the door so reserve today and save! \; Call 337-214-7447 or email: \;& nbsp\;info@orleck.org.

\;

Tickets are available for purchase on-line at \;https ://orleck.ticketleap.com/\, at ship office at \;604 North Enterprise Blvd\, Lake Charles LA \, and by phone at (337) 214-7447. (Again\, closed-toe\, non-slip footwear is required for guests' safety and comfort.) \; Concessions and souve nirs will be available for purchase. The Haunted Ship is a fundraising eve nt for the USS ORLECK Naval Museum (USSONM). \; The USSONM is a privat e\, tax-exempt\, not-for-profit organization (TAX ID: \; 90-0507764) a nd is managed\, operated\, and being restored by a dedicated group of volu nteers. \; \;
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:U.S.S. Orleck UID:20180919T1517310Z-583899-330@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181013 SUMMARY:CASA Training DESCRIPTION:Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA)\, a division of Family & Youth Counseling Agency Inc. (Family & Youth) will host volunteer train ing beginning Saturday\, October 6\, 2018\, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Family & Y outh\, 220 Louie Street\, Lake Charles. Training will continue on October 13\, 20\, and 27 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on each day. Volunteers must attend all four training days. Every child deserves a safe permanent home. Be th e voice that helps them find one. A Court Appointed Special Advocate is a trained volunteer child advocate who is appointed by a Family Court Judge to speak for the best interests of abused and neglected children. It’s a w ay for individuals in the community to make a difference in the life of an abused child. The first step in making a difference is the desire to do so. To find out more\, contact chae@fyca.org or call Family & Youth at 337 -436-9533. Potential volunteers from Allen or Jefferson Davis Parishes can contact janet@fyca.org or call 337-824-8036. CASA is a division of Family & Youth. Family & Youth believes that all individuals possess the ability to solve their own challenges and live full and healthy lives when suppor t is available. It is the mission of Family & Youth to provide affordable and professional support through programs and services dedicated to the ad vocacy\, counseling\, and education for the people of Southwest Louisiana. Our effort and commitment to building family values will guarantee a stab le and stronger community. For more information about Family & Youth visit www.fyca.org\, call 337 436-9533\, or like Family & Youth on Facebook. Fa mily & Youth is a United Way supported agency. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA)\, a division of Family &\; Youth Counseling Agency Inc. (Family &\; Yo uth) will host volunteer training beginning \;Saturday\, October 6\, 2018\, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. \;at Fa mily &\; Youth\, 220 Louie Street\, Lake Charles. \;Training will c ontinue on \;October 13\, 20\, and 27 from \;9 a.m. to 4 p.m. \;on each day. Volunteers must attend all four training days.
< p>Every child deserves a safe permanent home. Be the voice that helps them find one. \;A Court Appointed Special Advocate is a trained volunteer child advocate who is appointed by a Family Court Judge to speak for the best interests of abused and neglected children. It&rsquo\;s a way for ind ividuals in the community to make a difference in the life of an abused ch ild. \;

The first step in making a difference is the desire to do so. To find out more\, contact \;ch ae@fyca.org \;or call Family &\; Youth at 337-436-9533. \;P otential volunteers from Allen or Jefferson Davis Parishes can contact&nbs p\;janet@fyca.org \;or call 337-82 4-8036.

CASA is a division of Family &\; Youth. Family &\; Y outh believes that all individuals possess the ability to solve their own challenges and live full and healthy lives when support is available. It i s the mission of Family &\; Youth to provide affordable and professiona l support through programs and services dedicated to the advocacy\, counse ling\, and education for the people of Southwest Louisiana. Our effort and commitment to building family values will guarantee a stable and stronger community. For more information about Family &\; Youth visit \;www.fyca.org\, cal l 337 436-9533\, or like Family &\; Youth on Facebook. Family &\; Yo uth is a United Way supported agency.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Family & Youth UID:20180919T1606130Z-583899-331@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181208T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181208T220000 SUMMARY:Survivor at Golden Nugget DESCRIPTION:Legendary rock band Survivor will perform in the Grand Event Ce nter of Golden Nugget Lake Charles on Saturday\, December 8 at 8:00 PM. Th e band released their first album in 1980 but had their big break when Syl vester Stallone asked the group to provide the theme song to Rocky III. “E ye of the Tiger” hit #1 and stayed at the top of the charts for seven week s. The song earned Survivor a Grammy for Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group\, the People’s Choice Award\, Academy Award and a Golden Globe nomi nation. The song “Burning Heart” appeared on the soundtrack of Rocky IV an d peaked at #2 on the singles chart. The release of the album Vital Signsl aunched the hits “The Search is Over”\, “High on You”\, and “I Can’t Hold Back”. Tickets go on sale Friday\, September 21 with prices starting at $ 15\, available online at www.goldennuggetlc.com or by visiting the Golden Nugget Box Office\, open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 AM to 7 PM with extended hours on concert days. Tickets purchased online may be picked up from the Golden Nugget Box Office on the day of the show from 11 AM to 8 P M only. For a complete list of upcoming performances and to book your sta y at the Golden Nugget Lake Charles\, please visitwww.goldennuggetlc.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Legendary rock band Survivor will perform i n the Grand Event Center of Golden Nugget Lake Charles on Saturday\, Decem ber 8 at 8:00 PM. The band released their first album in 1980 but had thei r big break when Sylvester Stallone asked the group to provide the theme s ong to \;Rocky III. &ldquo\;Eye of the Tiger&rdquo\; hit #1 a nd stayed at the top of the charts for seven weeks. The song earned Surviv or a Grammy for Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group\, the People&rsquo \;s Choice Award\, Academy Award and a Golden Globe nomination. The song & ldquo\;Burning Heart&rdquo\; appeared on the soundtrack of \;Rocky IV \;and peaked at #2 on the singles chart. The release of the a lbum \;Vital Signslaunched the hits &ldquo\;The Search is Ove r&rdquo\;\, &ldquo\;High on You&rdquo\;\, and &ldquo\;I Can&rsquo\;t Hold Back&rdquo\;. \;

Tickets go on sale \;Friday\, September 21 \;with prices starting at $1 5\, available online at \;www.goldennuggetlc.com \;or by visit ing the Golden Nugget Box Office\, open \;Tuesday \;through \;S aturday \;from \;11 AM to 7 PM \;with extended hours on concert days. Tickets purchased o nline may be picked up from the Golden Nugget Box Office on the day of the show from 11 AM to 8 PM only. \;

For a complete list of upcom ing performances and to book your stay at the Golden Nugget Lake Charles\, please visitwww.goldennuggetlc.com.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Golden Nugget UID:20180919T1740010Z-583899-332@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181108T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181108T200000 SUMMARY:Gems & Stems DESCRIPTION:Join Oasis\, A Safe Haven\, for a sparkling evening filled with cocktails\, food\, fun and jewelry. Gems & Stems\, benefiting Oasis\, wi ll be held on Thursday\, November 8\, 2018 at the Lake Charles Civic Cente r. Dinner and cocktails will be featured in an evening highlighted by sil ent and live auctions\, music and a “Diamond Raffle” to raise the much-nee ded funds used to support the domestic and sexual violence survivors Oasis serves. The success of Oasis A Safe Haven’s fundraising efforts and Gems & Stems depends on the number of companies and organizations willing to j oin us as sponsors. Call Oasis at 337-436-4552 for sponsorship levels. Ind ividual tickets and tables may also be purchased. For more information or tickets visit our website at www.oasisasafehaven.org. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join Oasis\, A Safe Haven\, for a sparkling evening filled with cocktails\, food\, fun and jewelry. \;

Gems &\; Stems\, benefiting Oasis\, will be held on \;Thursday\, November 8\, 2018 \;at the Lak e Charles Civic Center. \;

Dinner and cocktails will be fea tured in an evening highlighted by silent and live auctions\, music and a &ldquo\;Diamond Raffle&rdquo\; to raise the much-needed funds used to supp ort the domestic and sexual violence survivors Oasis serves. \;
< br />The success of Oasis A Safe Haven&rsquo\;s fundraising efforts and Ge ms &\; Stems depends on the number of companies and organizations willi ng to join us as sponsors. Call Oasis at 337-436-4552 for sponsorship leve ls.

Individual tickets and tables may also be purchased.
< br />For more information or tickets visit our website at \;www.oa sisasafehaven.org.

\;
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20180920T2049290Z-583899-333@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181023T023000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181023T024500 SUMMARY:Ribbon Cutting at 20/20 Vision Clinic DESCRIPTION:20/20 Vision Clinic Celebrating New Owner Dr. Lindsey McCauley Trunk Show Until 6 p.m. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
20/20 Vision Clinic
Celebrating New Owner Dr. Lindsey McCauley

Trun k Show Until 6 p.m.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:20/20 Vision Clinic UID:20180921T1351350Z-583899-334@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181011T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181011T010000 SUMMARY:West Calcasieu's Monthly Business Luncheon DESCRIPTION:October Monthly Business Luncheon Date: Thursday\, October 11\, 2018 Time: 12-1pm Doors Open @ 11:30am ... **Location: DELTA DOWNS** ROSE WATER GRILL Vinton\, La **Guest Speaker** Matt Redd Alliance for Positiv e Growth President X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

October Monthly Busin ess Luncheon

Date: \;Thursday\, October 11\, 2018

Time: \;12-1pm

Doors Open @ \;11:30am ...

**Location: DELTA DOWNS**

ROSEWATER GRILL

Vinton\, La

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**Guest Speaker**

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Alliance for Positive Growth President

CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:Delta Downs\, Rosewater Grill UID:20180921T1422320Z-583899-335@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181005T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181005T123000 SUMMARY:Hip and Knee Replacement: Learn How We Operate in Unison DESCRIPTION:CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick Hospital will present a free commu nity luncheon seminar\, “Hip and Knee Replacement: Learn How We Operate in Unison\,” at 11:30 a.m. on Friday\, Oct. 5\, 2018\, at Cecil’s Cajun Café (120 W. 1st St.\, Deridder\, La.). Jonathan Foret\, M.D.\, orthopedic sur geon\, will share information on surgical and non-surgical treatment optio ns for hip and knee joint pain and explain the benefits of the Mako Roboti c-Arm Assisted total hip and knee replacements\, the latest advancement in orthopedic surgery. CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick Hospital is the only hos pital in Southwest Louisiana to provide the latest technology for total kn ee replacement via Stryker’s Mako Robotic Arm-assisted technology. The sem inar is offered at no costs to participants\, but seating is limited\, and reservations are required. To register\, call 1-800-831-1796 toll-free. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick Hospital will present a free community luncheon seminar\, &ldquo\;Hip and Knee Replaceme nt: Learn How We Operate in Unison\,&rdquo\; at \;11:30 a.m. \;on \;Friday\, Oct. 5\, 2018\, at Cecil& rsquo\;s Cajun Café\; (120 W. 1st St.\, Deridder\, La.). Jonathan Fo ret\, M.D.\, orthopedic surgeon\, will share information on surgical and n on-surgical treatment options for hip and knee joint pain and explain the benefits of the Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted total hip and knee replacements\ , the latest advancement in orthopedic surgery.

CHRISTUS Ochsne r St. Patrick Hospital is the only hospital in Southwest Louisiana to prov ide the latest technology for total knee replacement via Stryker&rsquo\;s Mako Robotic Arm-assisted technology.

The seminar is offered at no costs to participants\, but seating is limited\, and reservations a re required. To register\, call 1-800-831-1796 toll-free.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Cecil's Cajun Cafe UID:20180921T1423590Z-583899-336@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181012T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181012T213000 SUMMARY:Lake Charles Little Theater: Martin's Room DESCRIPTION:LCLT's second installment in the 92nd Season: MARVIN'S ROOM. Wr itten with humorous moments: Bessie lives in Florida where she cares for h er pain-ridden aunt and ailing father\, Marvin\, who is confined to his be d and unable to speak. When Bessie is diagnosed with leukemia\, her only h ope is to contact her long-estranged sister\, Lee\, to see if their bone m arrow is compatible for a transplant. Lee reluctantly makes the trip from Ohio\, bringing along her two sons\, one of whom\, Hank\, has just been re leased from an institution after a wave of arson. The sisters’ reunion is uneasy at best\, with long buried recriminations coming to the surface eve n as love slowly overwhelms Lee's veneer of selfishness and glib denial. B essie's challenge becomes reuniting Lee and Hank before he rejects her com pletely for her years of neglect. Beloved for its mordant humor and unflin ching wisdom\, Scott McPherson’s dark comedy allows us a moving view of on e woman’s commitment to family and response to despair. Fridays and Saturd ays at 7:30 pm Sundays at 2:00 pm Adults: $15 Seniors (65+): $10 Students: $10 Tickets available on-line at thelclt.com or call (337) 433-7 988 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
LCLT's second installment in the 92nd Seaso n: MARVIN'S ROOM.

Written with humorous moments: Bessie lives i n Florida where she cares for her pain-ridden aunt and ailing father\, Mar vin\, who is confined to his bed and unable to speak. When Bessie is diagn osed with leukemia\, her only hope is to contact her long-estranged sister \, Lee\, to see if their bone marrow is compatible for a transplant. Lee r eluctantly makes the trip from Ohio\, bringing along her two sons\, one of whom\, Hank\, has just been released from an institution after a wave of arson. The sisters&rsquo\; reunion is uneasy at best\, with long buried re criminations coming to the surface even as love slowly overwhelms Lee's ve neer of selfishness and glib denial. Bessie's challenge becomes reuniting Lee and Hank before he rejects her completely for her years of neglect. Be loved for its mordant humor and unflinching wisdom\, Scott McPherson&rsquo \;s dark comedy allows us a moving view of one woman&rsquo\;s commitment t o family and response to despair.

Fridays and Saturdays at&n bsp\;7:30 pm \; \; Sundays at \;2:00 pm
Adults: $15 \; \; Seniors (65+): $10 \; &nb sp\; Students: $10

Tickets available on-line at \;thelclt.com \;or call (337) 433-7988
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lake Charles Little Theater UID:20180921T1757250Z-583899-337@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181010T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181010T183000 SUMMARY:Small Business Resources Available at the Library! DESCRIPTION:The Central Library will host a workshop on Wed. Oct. 10 at 5:3 0 PM with SCORE/SWLA to present all the resources that they have available to help all small businesses.   If you have a small business or thinking about opening a business\, the Central Library has you covered. Learn how the library can be your business's number one fan and help you restart or jump start your business! This event is offered in partnership with SWLA SCORE! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Central Library \;will host a works hop on \;~~Wed. Oct. 10 at 5:30 PM~~ ~~\;with SCORE/SWL A to present all the resources that they have available to help all small businesses. \; \;~~

If you have a small business or thinking about opening a business\, the Central Library has you covered. Learn how the library can be your business's number one fan and help you restart or jump start your business! \;

This event is offered in partner ship with SWLA SCORE!
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Central Library UID:20180921T1814300Z-583899-338@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181004T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181004T213000 SUMMARY:Lutcher Presents 'The Choir of Man' DESCRIPTION:The Lutcher Theater will present THE CHOIR OF MAN on October 4\ , 2018 as part of their inaugural North American tour! Known across the gl obe as “the ultimate-feel good show\,” THE CHOIR OF MAN offers up 90 minut es of indisputable joy. Tickets to THE CHOIR OF MAN are on sale now at Lut cher.org or call the box office at 409.886.5535 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Lutcher Theater will present \;TH E CHOIR OF MAN \;on \;October 4\, 2018 \;as p art of their inaugural North American tour! Known across the globe as &ldq uo\;the ultimate-feel good show\,&rdquo\; \;THE CHOIR OF MAN \;off ers \;up 90 minutes of \;indisputable \;joy.

Ticke ts to \;THE CHOIR OF MAN \;are on sale now at \;Lutcher.org \;or call the box office at 409.886.5535
\; CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lutcher Theater UID:20180921T1803150Z-583899-339@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181016T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181016T154500 SUMMARY:YOUniversity: Cultivate Your Community DESCRIPTION:Register for FREE at https://www.visitlakecharles.org/younivers ity/ (Lunch will be provided). Perfect for nonprofits\, festival/event org anizers\, civic clubs\, arts organizations to learn about effective ways t o gain support! + Compelling Storytelling + Inspirational Social Media + M otivate Volunteers + Relationship Management + Fundraising Techniques Make your event or organization as successful as possible with a sound approac h to fundraising and standing out from the crowd. Lisa Chmiola is a Certif ied Fundraising Executive/ Association of Fundraising Professionals Master with a strong specialization in fund development and relationship managem ent. *Schedule subject to change. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Register for FREE at \;https://www.visitlakecharles.org/youniversity/
(Lu nch will be provided).

Perfect for nonprofits\, festival/event org anizers\, civic clubs\, arts organizations to learn about effective ways t o gain support!
+ Compelling Storytelling
+ Inspirational Social Media
+ Motivate Volunteers
+ R elationship Management
+ Fundraising Techniques

Make your event or organization as successful a s possible with a sound approach to fundraising and standing out from the crowd. Lisa Chmiola is a Certified Fundraising Executive/ Association of F undraising Professionals Master with a strong specialization in fund devel opment and relationship management.

*Schedule subject to change.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Reeves Uptown Catering UID:20180921T2006540Z-583899-340@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181002T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181002T103000 SUMMARY:Diary of a Worm\, a Spider & a Fly DESCRIPTION: The coolest ever rock-n-roll romp in a bug's world\, capturing all the droll humor and whimsy of the wildly popular books! Diary of a Wo rm\, a Spider & a Fly is presented as part of the Lutcher Incredible Kids Events Series\, Tuesday\, October 2\, 2018 at 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Tic kets are $5 for students and $10 for adults and are available by calling t he Lutcher Theater Box Office at 409.886.5535. (Tickets for the Lutcher In credible Kids Events series are not available online.) For more informatio n visit lutcher.org. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
\;The coolest ever rock-n-roll romp in a bug's world\, capturing all the droll humor and whimsy of the wildly popular books! \;Diary of a Worm\, a Spider &\; a Fly \;is pres ented as part of the Lutcher Incredible Kids Events Series\, \;Tues day\, October 2\, 2018 at 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. \;Tic kets are $5 for students and $10 for adults and are available by calling t he Lutcher Theater Box Office at 409.886.5535. (Tickets for the Lutcher In credible Kids Events series are not available online.) For more informatio n visit \;lutcher.org.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Lutcher Theater UID:20180926T1400020Z-583899-341@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181004T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181004T180000 SUMMARY:Teen Connection: Creating Your Scholarship Portfolio DESCRIPTION:Teen Connection seminars are scheduled for Thursday\, October 4 and Thursday\, October 18. Attending college is not a cheap venture and knowing where to look and how to apply for financial aid can be overwhelmi ng. The Thursday\, October 4\, session titled Creating Your Scholarship Po rtfolio will dive into how students can create their own scholarship portf olio in order to maximize their chances of finding success in being select ed for scholarships and other financial aid opportunities. On Thursday\, O ctober 18\, students will receive practical tips and techniques needed to ace their next interview. Make an Impression: Successful Interviewing Tech niques will teach students how to make a great impression so they can go f rom being good on paper to being the top all-around candidate. Both sessio ns will take place from 5-6 p.m. at Cpl Donald Ray Stevens Recreation Cent er (formerly Goosport)\, located at 1619 Cessford St. “Teen Connection” i s designed to help teenagers learn job skills\, college prep\, social medi a\, interview skills\, and ACT prep among others. The classes are instruct ed by educators\, government officials\, and business leaders in the commu nity. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Teen Connection seminars are scheduled for& nbsp\;Thursday\, October 4 and Thursday\ , October 18. \;

Attending college is not a cheap ventu re and knowing where to look and how to apply for financial aid can be ove rwhelming. The \;Thursday\, October 4\, session titled \;Creating Your Scholarship Portfolio \;will dive into how students can create their own scholarship port folio in order to maximize their chances of finding success in being selec ted for scholarships and other financial aid opportunities.

On&nbs p\;Thursday\, October 18\, studen ts will receive practical tips and techniques needed to ace their next int erview. \;Make an Impression: Successful Interviewing Techniques \;will teach students how to make a great impression so they can g o from being good on paper to being the top all-around candidate.

Both sessions will take place from \;5-6 p.m. \;at Cpl Donald Ray Stevens Recreation Center (former ly Goosport)\, located at \;1619 Cessford St. \;

&ldquo\;Teen Connection&rdquo\; is designed to help teenagers learn job skills\, college prep\, social media\, interview skills\, and ACT prep among others. The classes are instructed by educators\, government offici als\, and business leaders in the community.
CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:Cpl. Donald Ray Stevens Recreation Center UID:20180926T1504240Z-583899-342@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181001 SUMMARY:Family & Youth: eGala DESCRIPTION:The Family Foundation of Southwest Louisiana (Family Foundation ) is hosting the ninth annual eGala\, an online auction\, to support the p rograms and initiatives of Family & Youth Counseling Agency (Family & Yout h). The auction will be open October 1st through October 21st\, 2018\, and is sponsored by First Federal Bank. Patrons can hang up their tuxedos and ball gowns and log onto www.egalafamilyfoundation.com. No need to leave t he comfort of home to join in on the fun! Bidding begins on October 1st an d closes on October 21st at 9 p.m. The site is secure and easy to use. Thi s year’s event features a new website with a mobile friendly interface. Pr oceeds from this event will benefit the eight divisions of Family & Youth Counseling Agency. Register today at www.egalafamilyfoundation.com to set up your account and begin receiving text message updates for the event! Fo r more information on how to log in\, or if you would like to support the event by donating an item\, contact Terra Jones 337-436-9533 orterra@fyca. org. Family & Youth is a family service organization established in 1970 t o serve children\, youth and families in Southwest Louisiana. Currently\, Family & Youth operates The Shannon Cox Counseling Center\, The Leadership Centers for Youth\, Autism Support Alliance\, The Children’s Advocacy Cen ter\, Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA)\, Performance EAP\, Childre n & Families Action Network (CFAN) and Human Services Response Institute ( HSRI). X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Family Foundation of Southwest Louisian a (Family Foundation) is hosting the ninth annual eGala\, an online auctio n\, to support the programs and initiatives of Family &\; Youth Counsel ing Agency (Family &\; Youth). The auction will be open \;October 1st through October 21st\, 2018\, and is sponsored by First Federal Bank.

Patrons can hang up their tuxedos and ball gowns and log onto \;www.egalafamilyfou ndation.com. No need to leave the comfort of home to join in on the fu n! Bidding begins on \;October 1st \;and closes on \;October 21st at 9 p.m. \;The site is secure and easy to use. This year& rsquo\;s event features a new website with a mobile friendly interface.&nb sp\;Proceeds from this event will benefit the eight divisions of Family &a mp\; Youth Counseling Agency.

Register today at \;www.egalafamilyfoundation.com \;to set up your account and begin receiving text message updates for the event! For more information on how to log in\, or if you would like to support the event by donating an item \, contact Terra Jones 337-436-9533 orterr a@fyca.org.

Family &\; Youth is a family service organizati on established in 1970 to serve children\, youth and families in Southwest Louisiana.

Currently\, Family &\; Youth operates The Shannon C ox Counseling Center\, The Leadership Centers for Youth\, Autism Support A lliance\, The Children&rsquo\;s Advocacy Center\, Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA)\, Performance EAP\, Children &\; Families Action Netwo rk (CFAN) and Human Services Response Institute (HSRI).
CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations UID:20180926T1518280Z-583899-343@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181001 SUMMARY:Halloween Costume Drive DESCRIPTION:The Lutcher Theater is hosting a Costume Drive October 1-14 ben efiting Treat-It-Forward\, a local non-profit organization that provides f ree Halloween costumes to economically disadvantaged children around South east Texas. Patrons attending The Choir of Man\, October 4 and The Wizard of Oz\, October 14 can participate by bringing new or gently used costumes to the show. Community members can drop off costumes at the Lutcher Theat er during office hours Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Any c hild in need of a Halloween costume is invited to the Treat-It-Forward Fun Day\, Saturday\, October 27\, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m at the IBEW Union Hall \, 1430 Spindletop Ave\, Beaumont\, TX 77705. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Lutcher Theater is hosting a \;Co stume Drive \;October 1-14^\;benefitin g

Treat-It-Forward\, a local non-profit organization th at provides free Halloween costumes to economically disadvantaged children around Southeast Texas.

Patrons attending \; The Choir of Man\, \;October 4 \;and \;The Wi zard of Oz\, \;October 14 \;can participate by br inging new or gently used costumes to the show. Community members can drop off costumes at the Lutcher Theater during office hours Monday through&nb sp\;Friday
~~8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.~~

\;

Any child in need of a Halloween cost ume is invited to the Treat-It-Forward Fun Day\, \;Saturday\, Octob er 27\, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m \;at the IBEW Union Hall\,& nbsp\;1430 Spindletop Ave\, Beaumont\, TX 77705.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Lutcher UID:20180926T1531450Z-583899-344@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190112T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190112T100000 SUMMARY:Golden Nugget: Gladys Knight DESCRIPTION:Seven time Grammy winner Gladys Knight will perform in the Gran d Event Center on Saturday\, January 12\, 2019 at 8:00 PM. Knight has ofte n been called the “Empress of Soul” and is known for her work as part of t he group Gladys Knight and the Pips\, as well as for her solo and collabor ative performances. Her award winning hits include “Midnight Train to Geor gia”\, ”If I Were Your Woman”\, “Best Thing That Ever Happened to Me” and “That’s What Friends Are For”. Tickets go on sale Friday\, October 12 wit h prices starting at $50\, available online at www.goldennuggetlc.com or b y visiting the Golden Nugget Box Office\, open Tuesday through Saturday fr om 11 AM to 7 PM with extended hours on concert days. Tickets purchased on line may be picked up from the Golden Nugget Box Office on the day of the show from 11 AM to 8 PM only. For a complete list of upcoming performance s and to book your stay at the Golden Nugget Lake Charles\, please visitww w.goldennuggetlc.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Seven time Grammy winner Gladys Knight will perform in the Grand Event Center on Saturday\, January 12\, 2019 at 8:00 PM. Knight has often been called the &ldquo\;Empress of Soul&rdquo\; and is known for her work as part of the group Gladys Knight and the Pips\, as well as for her solo and collaborative performances. Her award winning hi ts include &ldquo\;Midnight \ ;Train to Georgia&rdquo\;\, &rdquo\;If I Were Your Woman&rdquo\;\, &ldquo\ ;Best Thing That Ever Happened to Me&rdquo\; and &ldquo\;That&rsquo\;s Wha t Friends Are For&rdquo\;. \;

Tickets go on sale \;Friday\, October 12 \;with prices st arting at $50\, available online at \;www.goldennuggetlc.com \ ;or by visiting the Golden Nugget Box Office\, open Tuesday through \; Saturday \;from \;11 AM to 7 PM \;with extended hours on concert days. Tickets purchased online may be picked up from the Golden Nugget Box Office on the day of the show from 11 AM to 8 PM only. \;< /p>
For a complete list of upcoming performances and to book your stay at the Golden Nugget Lake Charles\, please visitwww.goldennuggetlc.com.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Golden Nugget UID:20180926T1540320Z-583899-345@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181101 SUMMARY:Business Summit & Showcase DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles\, Calcasieu Parish Police Jury\, Port of Lake Charles and Southwest Louisiana Economic Development Alliance will host the 2018 Business Summit and Showcase on Thursday\, November 1\, at the Lake Charles Civic Center\, 900 Lakeshore Drive. The Expo and Showcas e will take place in the Jean Lafitte Room from 5:30-8:00 p.m. and will fe ature vendor booth exhibits and WAITR Founder Chris Meaux will offer a key note address. “The goal of this event is to provide useful information to attendees about procurement and contracts\, bonding and business marketing \,” said Assistant City Administrator Kimberly Dellafosse. “We hope to spa rk entrepreneurism and offer insight and education with this one-stop-shop featuring many of the programs and initiatives that are available to smal l businesses and to provide excellent networking opportunities for busines ses.” The Business Summit will address various relevant topics\, and in a ddition to the keynote speaker\, will include presentations from Jo Ann La wrence (U.S. Small Business Administration)\, Asset Builders and Business Pitch Program. The Summit will also provide a great opportunity for small and emerging contractors to improve their businesses in the area of the 4 C’s of business – credit\, capital\, capacity\, and credibility\, which ar e four major areas of focus highly considered by project owners\, banks\, insurance\, and surety companies. A review of various Disadvantaged Busine ss Enterprise (DBE) programs will also be highlighted for attendees.   Fin ally\, the Business Showcase will feature booths and opportunities for one -on-one discussions with industry representatives\, banks\, and purchasing agents\, among many others. To register for this free conference or rece ive information on sponsorship opportunities\, please email earl.edwards@c ityoflc.us or call 491-1392. For more information\, visitwww.cityoflakecha rles.com/businessexpo or contact Earl Edwards\, City of Lake Charles DBE/S BOP Coordinator\, at 491-1392. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles\, Calcasieu Parish Police Jury\, Port of Lake Charles and Southwest Louisiana Economic Devel opment Alliance will host the 2018 Business Summit and Showcase on \;< span data-term='goog_1504196734'>Thursday\, November 1\, at the Lak e Charles Civic Center\, \;900 Lakeshore Drive. \; The Expo and Showcase will take place in the Jean Lafitte Room from&nbs p\;5:30-8:00 p.m. \;and will feature vendor booth exhibits and WAITR Founder Chris Meaux will offer a k eynote address.

&ldquo\;The goal of this event is to provide usefu l information to attendees about procurement and contracts\, bonding and b usiness marketing\,&rdquo\; said Assistant City Administrator Kimberly Del lafosse. &ldquo\;We hope to spark entrepreneurism and offer insight and ed ucation with this one-stop-shop featuring many of the programs and initiat ives that are available to small businesses and to provide excellent netwo rking opportunities for businesses.&rdquo\; \;

The Business Su mmit will address various relevant topics\, and in addition to the keynote speaker\, will include presentations from Jo Ann Lawrence (U.S. Small Bus iness Administration)\, Asset Builders and Business Pitch Program. \;< /p>
The Summit will also provide a great opportunity for small and eme rging contractors to improve their businesses in the area of the 4C&rsquo\ ;s of business &ndash\; credit\, capital\, capacity\, and credibility\, wh ich are four major areas of focus highly considered by project owners\, ba nks\, insurance\, and surety companies. A review of various Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) programs will also be highlighted for attendees. \; \;

Finally\, the Business Showcase will feature booths and opportunities for one-on-one discussions with industry representative s\, banks\, and purchasing agents\, among many others. \;

To r egister for this free conference or receive information on sponsorship opp ortunities\, please email \; earl.edwards@cityoflc.us \;or call 491-1392. For more information\ , visitwww.cityoflakecharles.com/businessex po \;or contact Earl Edwards\, City of Lake Charles DBE/SBOP Coord inator\, at 491-1392.
CATEGORIES:Career Fairs & Trade Shows LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20180926T1550540Z-583899-346@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181013T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181013T120000 SUMMARY:2018 Shred Fest DESCRIPTION:BBB Offers Free On-Site Document Shredding and Identity Theft P revention Tips The Better Business Bureau (BBB) will hold their annual S ecure Your ID Day on Saturday\, October 13\, 2018. Residents and small bus inesses are encouraged to attend the event and take a key step in identity protection by shredding and properly disposing of their sensitive paper d ocuments as well as CDs and floppy discs. The event will also include the destroying of hard drives. “Properly destroying documents that carry inf ormation you don’t want getting into the hands of crooks is an important f irst step to fighting identity theft\, but it doesn’t end there\,” said Ca rmen Million\, BBB President. “That’s why BBB experts will also be on hand offering important advice and simple steps everyone can take to prevent I D theft in their daily lives\, both online and off.” BBB Event Details Who: Better Business Bureau Serving Southwest La.\, Inc. What: Free on- the-spot document shredding and tips and resources for protecting your ide ntity. When: Saturday October 13\, 2018 from 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 Noon Where : Prien Lake Mall – behind Pier 1 Bring up to three boxes or bags of doc uments to be shredded and take home the tips and resources you need to hel p protect yourself. Documents to be shredded should be removed from binder s\, as well as any paper clips or binder clips. No Plastic\, CDs or Floppy disks can be shredded. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
BBB Offers Free On-Site Document Shredd ing and Identity Theft Prevention Tips

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The Better Business Bureau (BBB) will hold their annual Secure Your ID Day on Saturday\, October 13\, 2018. Residents and small business es are encouraged to attend the event and take a key step in identity prot ection by shredding and properly disposing of their sensitive paper docume nts as well as CDs and floppy discs. The event will also include the destr oying of hard drives.

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“Properly destroying documents that carry information you don’t want getting into the hands of crooks is an important first step to fighting identity theft\, but it doe sn’t end there\,” said Carmen Million\, BBB President. “That’s why BBB exp erts will also be on hand offering important advice and simple steps every one can take to prevent ID theft in their daily lives\, both online and of f.”

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BBB Event De tails

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Who: Better Busine ss Bureau Serving Southwest La.\, Inc.

What: Free on-the-spot docu ment shredding and tips and resources for protecting your identity.
< p>When: Saturday October 13\, 2018 from 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 Noon

Wh ere: Prien Lake Mall – behind Pier 1

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Bring up to t hree boxes or bags of documents to be shredded and take home the tips and resources you need to help protect yourself. Documents to be shredded shou ld be removed from binders\, as well as any paper clips or binder clips. N o Plastic\, CDs or Floppy disks can be shredded.

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CATEGORIES:General UID:20181002T1837540Z-583899-348@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181010T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181010T183000 SUMMARY:How the Library can help your business: An Overview of Resources DESCRIPTION:If you have a small business or are thinking about opening a bu siness\, the library has you covered! Join library staff and SCORE represe ntatives as they review various online and print resources for small busin ess owners. Learn how the library can be your business's number one fan. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
If you have a small business or are thinkin g about opening a business\, the library has you covered! Join library sta ff and SCORE representatives as they review various online and print resou rces for small business owners. Learn how the library can be your business 's number one fan. \;
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Central Library UID:20181002T1913040Z-583899-349@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181008T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181008T120000 SUMMARY:Columbus Day and Homeschool Day DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Columbus Day by creating a 3D ocean scene of his ocea n voyage using construction paper. Class begins at 11 a.m. and is limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up. You can also make a paper Columbus hat all day in the ArtSpace. If you are homeschooling\, join us from 10 a.m.-2 p. m. for a chance to interact with others doing the same. Admission is $6.50 per person for homeschooling families. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Celebrate Columbus Day by creating a 3D o cean scene of his ocean voyage using construction paper. Class begins at&n bsp\;11 a.m. \;and is limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up. You can also make a paper Columbus hat all day in the ArtSpace.
If you are homeschooling\, join us from \;10 a.m.-2 p.m. \;for a chance to interact with others doing the same. Admission is $6.50 per person for homeschooling families.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids UID:20181002T2052540Z-583899-350@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181013T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181013T123000 SUMMARY:Sasol’s Second Saturday Science Show DESCRIPTION:Sasol continues its 5S Project with “Bernoulli’s Haunted House” at 11:30 a.m. with presenter Travis Corbello. They will explore the Berno ulli principle and use it to build a giant haunted house with inflatable b ags! Third floor exhibits will be closed during this program. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
~~Sasol continues its 5S Project with &ldquo\ ;Bernoulli&rsquo\;s Haunted House&rdquo\; at \;11:30 a.m.~~ \;with presenter Travis Corbello. They will explore the Bernoulli principle and use it to build a giant haunted house with inflatable bags! Third floor exhibits will be closed during this program.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:The Children's Museum UID:20181002T2053540Z-583899-351@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181015T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181015T120000 SUMMARY:Halloween Door Hanger DESCRIPTION:Create a spooky or cute Halloween door hanger for your front do or. Classes begin at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. and are limited to 20 children\, ages 3 and up. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Create a spooky or cute Halloween door hang er for your front door. Classes begin at \;11 a.m. and 12 p.m. \;and are limited to 20 children\, ages 3 and up.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:The Children's Museum UID:20181002T2054420Z-583899-352@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181017 SUMMARY:Pasta Necklace DESCRIPTION:In honor of National Pasta Day we are making pasta necklaces in the ArtSpace all day. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
In honor of National Pasta Day we are mak ing pasta necklaces in the ArtSpace all day.

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CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:The Children's Museum UID:20181002T2055260Z-583899-353@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181020T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181020T120000 SUMMARY:Haunted House DESCRIPTION:Make a haunted house using a brown paper bag and construction p aper. Classes begin at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. and are limited to 20 children\ , ages 4 and up. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
~~Make a haunted house using a brown paper ba g and construction paper. Classes begin at \;11 a.m. and 12 p.m.~~ \;and are limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:The Children's Museum UID:20181002T2057410Z-583899-354@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181026T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181026T163000 SUMMARY:3D Pumpkin DESCRIPTION:Celebrate National Pumpkin Day by making a 3D pumpkin in the Ar tSpace from 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Celebrate National Pumpkin Day by making a 3D pumpkin in the ArtSpace from \;10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:The Children's Museum UID:20181002T2058260Z-583899-355@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181027 SUMMARY:Black Cat Day DESCRIPTION:We’ll be folding and coloring black cats in the ArtSpace in cel ebration of National Black Cat Day. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
We&rsquo\;ll be folding and coloring blac k cats in the ArtSpace in celebration of National Black Cat Day.

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CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:The Children's Museum UID:20181002T2059120Z-583899-356@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181031T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181031T123000 SUMMARY:Spooky Crafts! DESCRIPTION:Join us in the ArtSpace from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. for Spooky C rafts! Don’t forget to stop by during the Candy Crawl! Exhibits will close at 5 p.m. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us in the ArtSpace from \;10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. \;for Spooky Crafts! Don&rsquo\;t forge t to stop by during the Candy Crawl! Exhibits will close at \;5 p.m .
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:The Children's Museum UID:20181002T2100040Z-583899-357@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181002T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181002T170000 SUMMARY:Frances Fitz-Gerald Anniversary Sale DESCRIPTION:ANNIVERSARY SALE This week in celebration of their second anniv ersary\, Frances Fitz-Gerald Antique Store is offering 20% off all jeweler y and 30% everything else! This includes furniture\, lamps\, rugs and more ! Visit them at 1830 Ryan Street Suite D\, in Lake Charles. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
ANNIVERSARY SALE

This week in cel ebration of their second anniversary\, Frances Fitz-Gerald Antique Store i s offering 20% off all jewelery and 30% everything else! \;This includ es furniture\, lamps\, rugs and more! Visit them at \;1830 Ryan Street Suite D\, in \;Lake Charles.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20181003T1518370Z-583899-358@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181124T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181124T220000 SUMMARY:Bret Michaels at Golden Nugget DESCRIPTION:Bret Michaels will perform on Saturday\, November 24 at 8:00 PM in the Grand Event Center of Golden Nugget Lake Charles. Michaels gained fame as the lead singer of the iconic 1980’s band\, Poison. The group sold over 45 million records worldwide with hits such as “Every Rose Has It’s Thorn” and “Nothin’ But A Good Time”. He was named the winner ofCelebrity Apprentice in 2010 and has starred in the VH1 reality shows Rock of Love a nd Bret Michaels: Life As I Know It. His most recent television endeavor\ , Rock My RV with Bret Michaels\, on the Travel Channel\, saw Michaels and his team revamping and redesigning dilapidated RV's in true rock star for m and style. Personally and through his Life Rocks Foundation\, Michaels h as helped raise tens of millions of dollars for charity and makes donation s to not only diabetes awareness and research but to such causes as childh ood cancer\, wounded warriors\, St. Jude Children's Hospital\, PetSmart Ch arities and more. He has partnered with both the American Diabetes Associa tion and the JDRF acting as a spokesperson and sponsor\, earning him numer ous awards from a variety of organizations including the ADA's first ever Chairman’s Citation award. Tickets go on sale Friday\, October 5 with pri ces starting at $20\, available online at www.goldennuggetlc.com or by vis iting the Golden Nugget Box Office\, open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 AM to 7 PM with extended hours on concert days. Tickets purchased online may be picked up from the Golden Nugget Box Office on the day of the show from 11 AM to 8 PM only. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Bret Michaels will perform on Saturday\, No vember 24 at 8:00 PM in the Grand Event Center of Golden Nugget Lake Charl es. Michaels gained fame as the lead singer of the iconic 1980&rsquo\;s ba nd\, Poison. The group sold over 45 million records worldwide with hits su ch as &ldquo\;Every Rose Has It&rsquo\;s Thorn&rdquo\; and &ldquo\;Nothin& rsquo\; But A Good Time&rdquo\;. He was named the winner ofCelebrity A pprentice \;in 2010 and has starred in the VH1 reality shows \;Rock of Love \;and \;Bret Michaels: Life As I Know It. \; His most recent television endeavor\, \;Rock My RV with Bret Michaels\, \;on the Travel Channel\, saw Michaels and his team revamping and redesigning dilapidated RV's in true rock star form and style.

Personally and through his Life Rocks Foundation\, Mic haels has helped raise tens of millions of dollars for charity and makes d onations to not only diabetes awareness and research but to such causes as childhood cancer\, wounded warriors\, St. Jude Children's Hospital\, PetS mart Charities and more. He has partnered with both the American Diabetes Association and the JDRF acting as a spokesperson and sponsor\, earning hi m numerous awards from a variety of organizations including the ADA's firs t ever Chairman&rsquo\;s Citation award. \;

Tickets go on sale \;Friday\, October 5 \;w ith prices starting at $20\, available online at \;www.goldennuggetlc. com \;or by visiting the Golden Nugget Box Office\, open \;Tuesday \;through \;Saturday \;from \;11 AM to 7 PM \;with extended hours on conce rt days. Tickets purchased online may be picked up from the Golden Nugget Box Office on the day of the show from 11 AM to 8 PM only.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Golden Nugget UID:20181003T1521270Z-583899-359@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181003T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181003T170000 SUMMARY:Frances Fitz-Gerald Anniversary Sale RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;COUNT=5 DESCRIPTION:ANNIVERSARY SALE This week in celebration of their second anniv ersary\, Frances Fitz-Gerald Antique Store is offering 20% off all jeweler y and 30% everything else! This includes furniture\, lamps\, rugs and more ! Visit them at 1830 Ryan Street Suite D\, in Lake Charles. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
ANNIVERSARY SALE

This week in cel ebration of their second anniversary\, Frances Fitz-Gerald Antique Store i s offering 20% off all jewelery and 30% everything else! \;This includ es furniture\, lamps\, rugs and more! Visit them at \;1830 Ryan Street Suite D\, in \;Lake Charles.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20181003T1606570Z-583899-360@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181003T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181003T170000 SUMMARY:Frances Fitz-Gerald Anniversary Sale RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;COUNT=5 DESCRIPTION:ANNIVERSARY SALE This week in celebration of their second anniv ersary\, Frances Fitz-Gerald Antique Store is offering 20% off all jeweler y and 30% everything else! This includes furniture\, lamps\, rugs and more ! Visit them at 1830 Ryan Street Suite D\, in Lake Charles. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
ANNIVERSARY SALE

This week in cel ebration of their second anniversary\, Frances Fitz-Gerald Antique Store i s offering 20% off all jewelery and 30% everything else! \;This includ es furniture\, lamps\, rugs and more! Visit them at \;1830 Ryan Street Suite D\, in \;Lake Charles.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20181003T1606570Z-583899-361@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181014T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181014T210000 SUMMARY:The Wizard of Oz at The Lutcher DESCRIPTION:The greatest family musical of all time\, The Wizard of Oz\, is touching down in Orange at the Lutcher Theater October 14\, 2018\, 7:00 p .m. This magical production is a celebration of the 1939 MGM movie that wi ll take audiences over the Rainbow and into the Land of Oz\, complete with munchkins and flying monkeys. Tickets are available online at lutcher.org or call the Box Office 409.886.5535. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The greatest family musical of all time\, \;The Wizard of Oz\, \;is touching down in Orange at the Lutcher Theater \;< span class='aQJ'>October 14\, 2018\, 7:00 p.m. \;This ma gical production is a celebration of the 1939 MGM movie that will take aud iences over the Rainbow and into the Land of Oz\, complete with munchkins and flying monkeys. Tickets are available online at \;lutcher.org \; or call the Box Office 409.886.5535.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lutcher Theater UID:20181003T1620490Z-583899-362@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181005T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181005T103000 SUMMARY:Job Readiness Workshop DESCRIPTION:Are you SEARCHING for employment? Do you want to hear and learn from employment specialists about what employers are seeking in job candi dates? Receive information on: Do's and don'ts when searching for employme nt. Programs and services to assist you in your search. Information on ava ilable job opportunities. Facilitator: Gwen Guillory\, American Job Cente r Speaker: Melissa Portie\, PPG X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Are you SEARCHING for employment?

D o you want to hear and learn from employment specialists about what employ ers are seeking in job candidates?

Receive information on:

Do's and don'ts when searching for employment.

Program s and services to assist you in your search.

Information on ava ilable job opportunities.

Facilitator: \; Gwen Guillor y\, American Job Center

Speaker: \; Melissa Portie\, PPG

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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:American Job Center UID:20181003T1733380Z-583899-363@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181005T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181005T103000 SUMMARY:Job Readiness Workshop DESCRIPTION:Are you SEARCHING for employment? Do you want to hear and learn from employment specialists about what employers are seeking in job candi dates? Receive information on: Do's and don'ts when searching for employme nt. Programs and services to assist you in your search. Information on ava ilable job opportunities. Facilitator: Gwen Guillory\, American Job Cente r Speaker: Melissa Portie\, PPG X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Are you SEARCHING for employment?

D o you want to hear and learn from employment specialists about what employ ers are seeking in job candidates?

Receive information on:

Do's and don'ts when searching for employment.

Program s and services to assist you in your search.

Information on ava ilable job opportunities.

Facilitator: \; Gwen Guillor y\, American Job Center

Speaker: \; Melissa Portie\, PPG

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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:American Job Center UID:20181003T1733400Z-583899-364@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181023T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181023T200000 SUMMARY:Angels Learn About Digital Twin Studios DESCRIPTION:DIGITAL TWIN Studios presents next generation 3-D Safety Traini ng Solutions for Industry. Simulated exercises provide affordable risk-fre e operational experience and increased effectiveness without real life con sequences. DIGITAL TWIN’s virtual reality simulation reduces the cost of e mployee training and mentoring while increasing the effectiveness of knowl edge transfer and skill development.   Presenters: Shane Istre\, CEO & Fou nder Please join us in building a Start-up Community and encouraging Entre preneurial Ventures in Southwest Louisiana. Networking and Hors D’oeuvres: 6 p.m. Program/Presentations: 7 p.m. R. S. V. P. Not later than October 2 2\, 2018 Ron McGinley\, macfhion@gmail.com or McNeese Office of Commercial ization\, Phone 337 562 4903 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
DIGITAL TWIN Studios presents next generation 3-D Safety Training Solutions for Industry. Simulated exercises provide affordable risk-free operational experience and increased effecti veness without real life consequences. DIGITAL TWIN&rsquo\;s virtual reali ty simulation reduces the cost of employee training and mentoring while in creasing the effectiveness of knowledge transfer and skill development.&nb sp\; \;

Presenters: Shane Istre\, CEO &\; Founder

Please join us in building a Start-up Co mmunity and encouraging Entrepreneurial Ventures in Southwest Louisiana.

Networking and Hors D&rsquo\;oeuvres: 6 p.m.

Program/Presentations: 7 p.m.

R. S. V. P. Not later than October 22\, 2018

Ron McGinley\, macfhion@gmail.com or McNeese Office of Commercialization\, Ph one 337 562 4903
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20181008T1854470Z-583899-365@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181023T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181023T120000 SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn for the Elderly DESCRIPTION:Calcasieu Parish senior citizens are invited to learn more abou t scams\, identity theft\, cybersecurity and other types of fraud at “Lunc h and Learn\,” which will be held from 10 a.m.-noon Tuesday\, Oct. 23 at t he Allen P. August Annex Building\, 2001 Moeling St.\, Lake Charles. The e vent is hosted by Calcasieu Parish TRIAD\, the Calcasieu Parish Police Jur y’s Human Services Department\, and Merchants and Farmers Bank. Lunch will be provided. One in five seniors has been a victim of some type of fraud and senior citizens are the most commonly targeted group. During this even t\, seniors will learn about the latest scams\, cybersecurity tips and how to avoid identity theft and other types of fraud. The event is free but p re-registration is required. To register or for more information\, contact Michelle Guidry at 337-721-4030 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Calcasieu Parish senior citizens are invite d to learn more about scams\, identity theft\, cybersecurity and other typ es of fraud at &ldquo\;Lunch and Learn\,&rdquo\; which will be held from&n bsp\;10 a.m.-noon \;Tuesday\, Oct. 23 \;at the Allen P. Au gust Annex Building\, 2001 Moeling St.\, Lake Charles.

The event i s hosted by Calcasieu Parish TRIAD\, the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury&rsqu o\;s Human Services Department\, and Merchants and Farmers Bank. Lunch wil l be provided.

One in five seniors has been a victim of some type of fraud and senior citizens are the most commonly targeted group. During this event\, seniors will learn about the latest scams\, cybersecurity tip s and how to avoid identity theft and other types of fraud.

The ev ent is free but pre-registration is required. To register or for more info rmation\, contact Michelle Guidry at 337-721-4030
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Allen P. August Multi-Purpose Annex UID:20181009T1434150Z-583899-366@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181110T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181110T120000 SUMMARY:Veterans Day Observance DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, November 10\, the City of Lake Charles Mayor’s Ar med Forces Commission will host the City’s annual Veterans Day observance at the Arcade Amphitheater on the Lakefront. Several new activities have b een added to the event to attract a larger audience\, and a new venue has been selected to accommodate a concert by the Lake Charles Community Band. This year’s event will follow the American Heart Association’s Heart Walk \, which begins at 8 a.m. Health screenings and vendor booths will be setu p near the amphitheater. Following the Heart Walk\, participants will retu rn to the amphitheater for family activities and demonstrations\, a variet y of food trucks\, as well as a Kids Zone provided by the City’s Recreatio n and Parks Department. The formal ceremony will begin at 11 a.m. The gues t speaker will be Colonel Lee Burnett\, Commander of the 115th Combat Supp ort Hospital (CSH). Colonel Burnett graduated from UC Davis for undergrad and from Western University of Health Sciences for medical school. His fir st assignment was the 396th CSH. He deployed to Iraq in 2005 with the 344t h CSH and again in 2008 with the 345th CSH. He later served in Afghanistan in 2012 with 4/82D. His last duty station was 121st CSH/Brian Allgood Ar my Community Hospital\, Korea. Heather Partin will be the Master of Ceremo nies\, and the U.S. Coast Guard Marine Safety Unit in Lake Charles will pr esent colors. This year’s event will pay special recognition to all Southw est Louisiana veterans. The ceremony will feature multiple performances by the Lake Charles Community Band. Selections include “Land of Liberty\,” “ National Emblem March\,” and “American Fanfare” among others. Following th e ceremony\, a special pinning ceremony is planned for Vietnam War veteran s. The Veterans Day observance is sponsored by Acadian Ambulance Services \, Billy Navarre Auto\, Calcasieu Refining\, Coca-Cola\, Ferrara Fire Appa ratus\, Johnson’s Funeral Home\, Stine Lumber\, Suddenlink\, and Lu Creage r\, Realtor/PCS Team LC (Moffett\, Latter & Blum). For more information\, please call 491-9159. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
On \; Saturday\, November 10\, the City of Lake Charles Mayor&rsquo\;s Ar med Forces Commission will host the City&rsquo\;s annual Veterans Day obse rvance at the Arcade Amphitheater on the Lakefront. Several new activities have been added to the event to attract a larger audience\, and a new ven ue has been selected to accommodate a concert by the Lake Charles Communit y Band.

This year&rsquo\;s event will follow the American Heart As sociation&rsquo\;s Heart Walk\, which begins at \;8 a.m. \;Health screenings and vendor booths will be setup near the amphitheater. Following the Heart Walk\, participants w ill return to the amphitheater for family activities and demonstrations\, a variety of food trucks\, as well as a Kids Zone provided by the City&rsq uo\;s Recreation and Parks Department.

The formal ceremony will be gin at \;11 a.m. \;The gu est speaker will be Colonel Lee Burnett\, Commander of the 115^th \;Combat Support Hospital (CSH). Colonel Burnett graduated from UC D avis for undergrad and from Western University of Health Sciences for medi cal school. His first assignment was the 396^th \;CSH. He de ployed to Iraq in 2005 with the 344^th \;CSH and again in 20 08 with the 345^th \;CSH. He later served in Afghanistan in 2012 with 4/82D. His last duty station was 121^st \; CSH/Bri an Allgood Army Community Hospital\, Korea.

Heather Partin will be the Master of Ceremonies\, and the U.S. Coast Guard Marine Safety Unit in Lake Charles will present colors. This year&rsquo\;s event will pay speci al recognition to all Southwest Louisiana veterans. The ceremony will feat ure multiple performances by the Lake Charles Community Band. Selections i nclude &ldquo\;Land of Liberty\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;National Emblem March\,&r dquo\; and &ldquo\;American Fanfare&rdquo\; among others. Following the ce remony\, a special pinning ceremony is planned for Vietnam War veterans.&n bsp\;

The Veterans Day observance is sponsored by Acadian Ambul ance Services\, Billy Navarre Auto\, Calcasieu Refining\, Coca-Cola\, Ferr ara Fire Apparatus\, Johnson&rsquo\;s Funeral Home\, Stine Lumber\, Sudden link\, and Lu Creager\, Realtor/PCS Team LC (Moffett\, Latter &\; Blum) . For more information\, please call 491-9159.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20181009T1840040Z-583899-367@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181012T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181012T213000 SUMMARY:Movie Under the Stars: DESCRIPTION:Get ready to enjoy three thrilling movies on Fridays this month during “Movies Under the Stars.” The movies will kick off Friday\, Oct. 1 2\, at Prien Lake Park\, 3700 West Prien Lake Road with 'The Blind Side” ( Rated PG-13). This 2009 biographical sports drama\, starring Sandra Bulloc k\, Tim McGraw\, Kathy Bates\, and Quinton Aaron\, is based on the 2006 bo ok of the same name. Taken in by a conservative\, well-to-do family\, a ho meless teen\, Michael Oher (Aaron)\, grows to become his adopted high scho ol’s star athlete and projected first-round pick in the NFL draft. His sub urban caretakers (Bullock\, McGraw) provide him with a loving home and hir e a tutor (Bates) to help him improve his grades so he can qualify for a c ollege athletic scholarship. Movies start at sundown – around 7:30 p.m. - but get there early to get a good seat. Residents are encouraged to bring their own blankets and lawn chairs. Residents can also bring their own fo od\, but there will be some food available on-site for purchase. Movies w ill be canceled in the event of inclement weather. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Get ready to enjoy three thrilling movies o n Fridays this month during &ldquo\;Movies Under the Stars.&rdquo\; The mo vies will kick off \;Friday\, Oct. 1 2\, at Prien Lake Park\, 3700 West Prien Lake Road with 'The Blind Side&rdquo\; \;(Rated PG-13). This 2009 biographical sports drama\, st arring Sandra Bullock\, Tim McGraw\, Kathy Bates\, and Quinton Aaron\, is based on the 2006 book of the same name. \;Taken in by a conservative\ , well-to-do family\, a homeless teen\, Michael Oher (Aaron)\, grows to be come his adopted high school&rsquo\;s star athlete and projected first-rou nd pick in the NFL draft. His suburban caretakers (Bullock\, McGraw) provi de him with a loving home and \;hire a tutor (Bates) to help him impro ve his grades so he can qualify for a college athletic scholarship. \;

Movies start at sundown &ndash\; around \;7:30 p.m. \;- but get there early to get a good seat. Residents are encouraged to bring their own blankets and lawn chairs . Residents can also bring their own food\, but there will be some food av ailable on-site for purchase. \;

Movies will be canceled in th e event of inclement weather.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Prien Lake Park UID:20181009T1848110Z-583899-368@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181019T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181019T213000 SUMMARY:Movies Under the Stars: Hokus Pokus DESCRIPTION:Get ready to enjoy three thrilling movies on Fridays this month during “Movies Under the Stars.” The movies take place at Prien Lake Park \, 3700 West Prien Lake Road. On October 19\, they will show “Hocus Pocus” (Rated PG). In this Halloween classic\, three witches (Bette Midler\, Sar ah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy)\, who were executed in Salem 300 years ago\, vow to reappear on a future Halloween to wreak havoc on the town - and do whatever is necessary to gain immortality. The witches get their ch ance on Halloween 1993 when they’re accidentally brought back to life and turn their wrath on trick-or-treaters in order to gain immortal life befor e sunrise. It's up to a teenager\, his girlfriend\, his kid sister - and a 300-year-old cat - to save the day. Movies start at sundown – around 7:3 0 p.m. - but get there early to get a good seat. Residents are encouraged to bring their own blankets and lawn chairs. Residents can also bring thei r own food\, but there will be some food available on-site for purchase. Movies will be canceled in the event of inclement weather. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Get ready to enjoy three thrilling movies o n Fridays this month during &ldquo\;Movies Under the Stars.&rdquo\;
< p>The movies \;take place \;at Prien Lake Park\, 3700 West Prien L ake Road.

On October 19\, they w ill show \;&ldquo\;Hocus Pocus&rdquo\; (Rated PG). \;In thi s Halloween classic\, three witches (Bette Midler\, Sarah Jessica Parker a nd Kathy Najimy)\, who were executed in Salem 300 years ago\, vow to reapp ear on a future Halloween to wreak havoc on the town - and do whatever is necessary to gain immortality. \;The witches get their chance on Hallo ween 1993 when they&rsquo\;re accidentally brought back to life and turn t heir wrath on trick-or-treaters in order to gain immortal life before sunr ise. It's up to a teenager\, his girlfriend\, his kid sister - and a 300-y ear-old cat - to save the day. \;

Movies start at sundown &nda sh\; around \;7:30 p.m. \ ;- but get there early to get a good seat. Residents are encouraged to bri ng their own blankets and lawn chairs. Residents can also bring their own food\, but there will be some food available on-site for purchase. \;< /p>
Movies will be canceled in the event of inclement weather.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Prien Lake Park UID:20181009T1850170Z-583899-369@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181029T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181029T213000 SUMMARY:Movies Under the Stars: Hotel Transylvania 3 DESCRIPTION:Get ready to enjoy three thrilling movies on Fridays this month during “Movies Under the Stars.” The movies take place at Prien Lake Park \, 3700 West Prien Lake Road. On October 26\, they will show “Hotel Transy lvania 3: Summer Vacation” (Computer-animated comedy\, Rated PG). Join you r favorite monster family as they embark on a vacation on a luxury monster cruise ship. It's smooth sailing for Dracula and his pack as the monsters indulge in all sorts of shipboard fun - monster volleyball\, exotic excur sions\, and catching up on their moon tans. But the dream vacation turns i nto a nightmare when Dracula falls for the mysterious captain of the ship\ , Ericka\, who hides a dangerous secret that could destroy all the monster s on the ship. Movies start at sundown – around 7:30 p.m. - but get there early to get a good seat. Residents are encouraged to bring their own blan kets and lawn chairs. Residents can also bring their own food\, but there will be some food available on-site for purchase. Movies will be canceled in the event of inclement weather. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Get ready to enjoy three thrilling movies o n Fridays this month during &ldquo\;Movies Under the Stars.&rdquo\; The mo vies \;take place at Prien Lake Park\, 3700 West Prien Lake Road.

On October 26\, they will show \ ;&ldquo\;Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation&rdquo\; (Computer-an imated comedy\, Rated PG). \;Join your favorite monster family as they embark on a vacation on a luxury monster cruise ship. It's smooth sailing for Dracula and his pack as the monsters indulge in all sorts of shipboar d fun - monster volleyball\, exotic excursions\, and catching up on their moon tans. But the dream vacation turns into a nightmare when Dracula fall s for the mysterious captain of the ship\, Ericka\, who hides a dangerous secret that could destroy all the monsters on the ship.

Movies sta rt at sundown &ndash\; around \;7:30 p.m. \;- but get there early to get a good seat. Residents are encouraged to bring their own blankets and lawn chairs. Residents can als o bring their own food\, but there will be some food available on-site for purchase.

Movies will be canceled in the event of inclement weath er.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Prien Lake Park UID:20181009T1851380Z-583899-370@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181026T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181026T130000 SUMMARY:Be Your Own Breast Friend: Breast Cancer Risks\, Prevention and Tre atment DESCRIPTION:October is breast cancer awareness month. One in eight women wi ll develop breast cancer over the course of their life. With statistics th at startling\, it’s important to learn what the risk factors are and what preventative measures can be taken. Fortunately\, with early detection and ever-advancing technology\, breast cancer is treatable. To learn more ab out the risk factors\, prevention and treatment of breast cancer\, join Am anda Ellington\, MD for her lecture on breast cancer. Be Your Own Breast F riend: Breast Cancer Risks\, Prevention and Treatment\, is a free seminar being held at 12 noon on Friday\, October 26\, in the Shearman Conference Center at Memorial Hospital on Oak Park Boulevard. Light lunch will be pro vided\, and reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance. Dr. E llington graduated Magna Cum Laude with a degree in biological sciences fr om Louisiana State University. She went on to achieve her medical degree f rom Louisiana State University Medical Center in Shreveport. Her post-grad uate training includes an internship and residency in general surgery at L ouisiana State University Medical Center in Shreveport. Dr. Ellington is board-certified in general surgery with a focus in surgical breast disease . She is a Fellow in the American College of Surgeons\, a member of the Al pha Omega Alpha honor society\, a member of the American Society of Breast Surgeons\, Isidore Cohn\, Jr. – James D. Rivers Surgical Society and the John C. McDonald Surgical Society. For more information or to make a rese rvation\, please visit lcmh.com/seminar or call (337) 494-2936. You can a lso watch the event live online by visiting lcmh.com/watch. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
October is breast cancer awareness month. O ne in eight women will develop breast cancer over the course of their life . With statistics that startling\, it&rsquo\;s important to learn what the risk factors are and what preventative measures can be taken. Fortunately \, with early detection and ever-advancing technology\, breast cancer is t reatable. \;

To learn more about the risk factors\, prevention and treatment of breast cancer\, join \;Amanda Ellington\, MD \;for her lecture on breast cancer. \;Be Your Own Br east Friend: Breast Cancer Risks\, Prevention and Treatment\, is a&nb sp\;free seminar being held at \;12 noon \;on \;Friday\, Octo ber 26\, in the Shearman Conference Center at Memorial Hospital on Oak Park Boulevard. Light lunch will be provided\, and reservations are re quired at least 24 hours in advance. \;

Dr. Ellington graduate d Magna Cum Laude with a degree in biological sciences from Louisiana Stat e University. She went on to achieve her medical degree from Louisiana Sta te University Medical Center in Shreveport. Her post-graduate training inc ludes an internship and residency in general surgery at Louisiana State Un iversity Medical Center in Shreveport. \;

Dr. Ellington is boa rd-certified in general surgery with a focus in surgical breast disease. S he is a Fellow in the American College of Surgeons\, a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha honor society\, a member of the American Society of Breast Su rgeons\, Isidore Cohn\, Jr. &ndash\; James D. Rivers Surgical Society and the John C. McDonald Surgical Society. \;

For more information or to make a reservation\, please visit \;lcmh.com/seminar \;or ca ll \;

(337) 494-2936. You can also watch the event live online by visiting \;lcmh.com/watch.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lake Charles Memorial Hospital UID:20181010T1855540Z-583899-371@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181018T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181018T190000 SUMMARY:Parents Night Out for Parents of Individuals with Disabilities DESCRIPTION:Families Helping Families is hosting “Parents Night Out for Par ents of Individuals with Disabilities” on Thursday\, October 18\, 2018 at Jason's Deli in Lake Charles from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Each person will pay fo r their own food. Kids are welcome if you choose to bring them. Parents Ni ght out is just a time to relax and get a little of support\; we can talk about our lives and challenges\, or anything else that may be of interest! Please register early so we can let Jason's Deli know how many may attend ! Contact China Guillory at info@fhfswla.org or 337-436-2570. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Families Helping Families is hosting &ldquo \;Parents Night Out for Parents of Individuals with Disabilities&rdquo\; o n Thursday\, October 18\, 2018 at Jason's Deli in Lake Charles from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Each person will pay for their own food. Kids are welcome if yo u choose to bring them.

Parents Night out is just a time to relax and get a little of support\; we can talk about our lives and challenges\, or anything else that may be of interest! Please register early so we can let Jason's Deli know how many may attend!

Contact China Guillory at info@fhfswla.org or 337-436-2570 .
CATEGORIES:Family Activity LOCATION:Jason's Deli UID:20181011T1754180Z-583899-372@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181017T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181017T120000 SUMMARY:Early Steps Transition DESCRIPTION:Families Helping Families is hosting a workshop to share inform ation on what every parent needs to know about EarlySteps Transition. Join China Guillory\, EarlySteps Community Outreach Specialist\, as she walks you through the process of transition from EarlySteps. Guest Speaker: Myli nda Elliott will talk about IDEA Transition for 3 year olds. You must regi ster to attend as there is limited seating. Contact China Guillory at info @fhfswla.org or 337-436-2570. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Families Helping Families is hosting a work shop to share information on what every parent needs to know about EarlySt eps Transition. Join China Guillory\, EarlySteps Community Outreach Specia list\, as she walks you through the process of transition from EarlySteps. Guest Speaker: Mylinda Elliott will talk about IDEA Transition for 3 year olds. You must register to attend as there is limited seating.

Co ntact China Guillory at info@fhfswla.org or 337-436-2570.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Families Helping Families UID:20181011T1756520Z-583899-373@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181020T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181020T140000 SUMMARY:ArtsFest: Outer Space! DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, October 20\, ArtsFest returns to engage area chil dren in a free arts festival from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Lake Charles Ci vic Center’s Exhibition Hall. This event is hosted annually by the Arts Co uncil of SWLA and the City of Lake Charles\, and it encourages creative ex pression through hands-on art projects. Local businesses and organizations will host booths where children can craft fun and creative pieces of art that educate them on the 2018 theme of “Outer Space!” Children can take ho me all of their art projects which cover a wide range of media including p ainting\, drawing\, sculpture\, and crafts while assisted by volunteers in booths sponsored by Sylvan Learning Center\, The Little Gym\, First Feder al Bank of Louisiana\, the St. Louis High School Art Club\, Nick Reina Sta te Farm\, Calcasieu Parish Public Library\, The Art Factory\, Stage One Ha ir School\, Niche Creative Studio\, the McNeese Student Art Association\, Heather Boston\, the Cowgirl Kickers\, and Stine Lumber. Fun art and enter tainment is enhanced with fun food\, so Domino’s Pizza and Kona Ice will b e on site selling snacks. ArtsFest 2018! will also showcase the wildly po pular one-on-one pottery lessons\, storytelling and other entertainment. ArtsFest is sponsored by the City of Lake Charles\, the Arts Cou ncil of SWLA\, Knight Media Printing\, ASI Office Systems\, Pixel & Ink Cr eative\, Nick Reina State Farm\, Image 360\, The Art Factory\, Stine Lumbe r\, and Louisiana Division of the Arts\, Office of Cultural Development\, Department of Culture and Recreation and Tourism. For more information abo ut ArtsFest\, call the Arts Council office at (337) 439-2787 or visit www. artscouncilswla.org. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
On \; Saturday\, October 20\, ArtsFest returns to engage area children in a free arts festival from \;10 a.m. to 2 p.m. \;in the Lake Charles Civic Center&rsquo\;s Exhibiti on Hall. This event is hosted annually by the Arts Council of SWLA and the City of Lake Charles\, and it encourages creative expression through hand s-on art projects.

Local businesses and organizations will host bo oths where children can craft fun and creative pieces of art that educate them on the 2018 theme of &ldquo\;Outer Space!&rdquo\; Children can take h ome all of their art projects which cover a wide range of media including painting\, drawing\, sculpture\, and crafts while assisted by volunteers i n booths sponsored by Sylvan Learning Center\, The Little Gym\, First Fede ral Bank of Louisiana\, the St. Louis High School Art Club\, Nick Reina St ate Farm\, Calcasieu Parish Public Library\, The Art Factory\, Stage One H air School\, Niche Creative Studio\, the McNeese Student Art Association\, Heather Boston\, the Cowgirl Kickers\, and Stine Lumber. Fun art and ente rtainment is enhanced with fun food\, so Domino&rsquo\;s Pizza and Kona Ic e will be on site selling snacks. \;

ArtsFest 2018! will also showcase the wildly popular one-on-one pottery lessons\, storytelling and other entertainment. \; \; \; \; \; \;
< p>ArtsFest is sponsored by the City of Lake Charles\, the Arts Council of SWLA\, Knight Media Printing\, ASI Office Systems\, Pixel &\; Ink Creat ive\, Nick Reina State Farm\, Image 360\, The Art Factory\, Stine Lumber\, and Louisiana Division of the Arts\, Office of Cultural Development\, Dep artment of Culture and Recreation and Tourism.

For more informatio n about ArtsFest\, call the Arts Council office at (337) 439-2787 or visit \;www.artscouncilswla.org.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20181016T1523030Z-583899-374@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181018T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181018T180000 SUMMARY:Teen Connection: Successful Interviewing Techniques DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, October 18\, students will receive practical tips and techniques needed to ace their next interview. Make an Impression: Su ccessful Interviewing Techniques will teach students how to make a great i mpression so they can go from being good on paper to being the top all-aro und candidate. The seminar will take place from 5-6 p.m. at Cpl Donald Ra y Stevens Recreation Center (formerly Goosport)\, located at 1619 Cessford St. In October 2017\, the City of Lake Charles began hosting “Teen Conne ction” for teenagers\, 13 to 18 years old\, in Calcasieu Parish. This fall September\, October and November sessions\, held on the first and third T hursday of each month\, will take place at Cpl. Donald Ray Stevens Recreat ion Center. The December sessions (December 6 and 13) will take place at t he Ward 3 Recreation Huber Park Community Center\, located at 2401 4th Ave .   “Teen Connection” is designed to help teenagers learn job skills\, col lege prep\, social media\, interview skills\, and ACT prep among others. T he classes are instructed by educators\, government officials\, and busine ss leaders in the community. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
On \; Thursday\, October 18\, students will receive practical tips and te chniques needed to ace their next interview. \;Make an Impression: Successful Interviewing Techniques \;will teach students how to make a great impression so they can go from being good on paper to being t he top all-around candidate. \;

The seminar will take place fr om \;5-6 p.m. \;at Cpl Do nald Ray Stevens Recreation Center (formerly Goosport)\, located at \; 1619 Cessford St. \;

In October 2017\, the City of Lake Charles began hosting &ldquo\;Teen Connection&rdquo\; for teenage rs\, 13 to 18 years old\, in Calcasieu Parish. This fall September\, Octob er and November sessions\, held on the first and third Thursday of each mo nth\, will take place at Cpl. Donald Ray Stevens Recreation Center. The De cember sessions (December 6 and 13) will take place at the Ward 3 Recreation Huber Park Community Center\, located at 2401 4^th \;Ave. \; \;

&ldquo\;Te en Connection&rdquo\; is designed to help teenagers learn job skills\, col lege prep\, social media\, interview skills\, and ACT prep among others. T he classes are instructed by educators\, government officials\, and busine ss leaders in the community.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Cpl. Donald Ray Stevens Recreation Center UID:20181016T1608510Z-583899-375@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181128T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181128T190000 SUMMARY:Mayor's Arts Awards DESCRIPTION:The Arts Council of SWLA and the City of Lake Charles are curre ntly accepting nominations from the public for persons to be honored at th e 2018 Mayor’s Arts Awards ceremony which is scheduled for Wednesday\, Nov ember 28th at 6 p.m. in the Benjamin W. Mount Auditorium at Central School . The Mayor’s Arts Awards honors those working in the arts by recognizing the contributions of Southwest Louisiana’s creative workers\, patrons\, a nd artists to the region’s culture. Mayor Nic Hunter presents the awards t o each recipient. “Our community’s arts and cultural scene is phenomenal\ ,” stated Ashli Waldrep\, Arts Council Executive Director. “Many of our cu ltural workers often aren’t in the spotlight\, and this is a perfect oppor tunity to really show them the community’s gratitude.” Categories include Artist of the Year\, Citizen of the Arts\, Citizen of the Humanities\, Ar ts Educator of the Year\, Arts Organization of the Year\, and Patron of th e Year. The Keystone Award is also given to an individual who works dilige ntly behind the scenes\, without whom programs and performances would not be possible. Award winners are chosen by an independent panel and kept se cret until the night of the ceremony. Those who wish to nominate an organ ization\, individual\, or group can download a nomination form at www.arts councilswla.org. Nominations must be received by the Arts Council office no later than Friday\, November 9th\, 2018. For more information about thi s year’s Mayor’s Arts Awards\, call the Arts Council at 439-2787. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Arts Council of SWLA and the City of Lake Charles are currently accept ing nominations from the public for persons to be honored at the 2018 Mayo r&rsquo\;s Arts Awards ceremony which is scheduled for Wednesday\, Novembe r 28^th \;at 6 p.m. in the Benjamin W. Mount Auditorium at C entral School. \;

T he Mayor&rsquo\;s Arts Awards honors those working in the arts by recogniz ing the contributions of Southwest Louisiana&rsquo\;s creative workers\, p atrons\, and artists to the region&rsquo\;s culture. Mayor Nic Hunter pres ents the awards to each recipient. \;

&ldquo\;Our community&rsquo\;s arts and cultural scene is phenomenal\,&rdquo\; stated Ashli Waldrep\, Arts Council Executive Dire ctor. &ldquo\;Many of our cultural workers often aren&rsquo\;t in the spot light\, and this is a perfect opportunity to really show them the communit y&rsquo\;s gratitude.&rdquo\; \;

Categories include Artist of the Year\, Citizen of the Arts\ , Citizen of the Humanities\, Arts Educator of the Year\, Arts Organizatio n of the Year\, and Patron of the Year. The Keystone Award is also given t o an individual who works diligently behind the scenes\, without whom prog rams and performances would not be possible. \;

Award winners are chosen by an independent pa nel and kept secret until the night of the ceremony. \;

Those who wish to nominate an organiz ation\, individual\, or group can download a nomination form at \;www.artscouncilswla.org. \;

Nominations must be received by the Arts Counci l office no later than Friday\, November 9^th\, 2018. For more i nformation about this year&rsquo\;s Mayor&rsquo\;s Arts Awards\, call the Arts Council at 439-2787.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Central School Arts & Humanities Center UID:20181016T1610390Z-583899-376@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181018T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181018T190000 SUMMARY:Coastal Issues Forum DESCRIPTION:Louisiana is facing a land loss crisis that will require bold\, science-based action by all of our elected officials—local\, state and fe deral. In an effort to highlight the importance of this critical issue\, t he Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana (CRCL) has organized a Coastal I ssues Forum with four of this year’s candidates for the US 3rd Congression al District at the Central School Auditorium on Oct. 18\, 2018\, at 6:00pm . This will be the first time that a US Congressional forum deals exclusiv ely with coastal issues. The top five candidates were invited —Rob An derson\, Josh Guillory\, Judge Mildred “Mimi” Methvin\, Larry Rader\, and Congressman Clay Higgins. Regrettably\, Rep. Higgins refused our invitatio n. Normally\, we would have used polling data to help us narrow the field. But there were no independent polls taken within the time frame we needed . So\, in the absence of polling data\, we decided to use data from the Fe deral Election Commission (FEC) as of August 31\, 2018. Any candidate that raised any money according to FEC records as of that date was invited. Th e Forum will be 90 minutes\, consisting of eight questions. CRCL Communica tions Director\, Jimmy Frederick\, will serve as the moderator. The Coasta l Issues Forum will examine the major topics that our next representative will have to address at the federal level to help Louisiana survive this c risis. The Coastal Issues Forum will be held in the Central School Auditor ium. The Forum is open to the public and no ticket or RSVP is required. Do ors open at 5:30 pm. The Forum will also be streamed LIVE at CRCL.org. Wha t:     Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana’s US 3rd Congressional Distr ict Coastal Issues Forum When:    Thursday\, Oct. 18\, 2018 at 6:00pm Wher e: Central School Auditorium\, Lake Charles\, LA X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Louisiana is facing a land loss crisis that will require bold\, science-based action by all of our elected officials& mdash\;local\, state and federal. In an effort to highlight the importance of this critical issue\, the Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana (CRCL ) has organized a Coastal Issues Forum with four of this year&rsquo\;s can didates for the US 3rd Congressional District at the Central School Audito rium on Oct. 18\, 2018\, at 6:00pm. This will be the first time that a US Congressional forum deals exclusively with coastal issues. \; \; \;

The top five candidates were invited &mdash\;Rob Anderson\ , Josh Guillory\, Judge Mildred &ldquo\;Mimi&rdquo\; Methvin\, Larry Rader \, and Congressman Clay Higgins. Regrettably\, Rep. Higgins refused our in vitation. Normally\, we would have used polling data to help us narrow the field. But there were no independent polls taken within the time frame we needed. So\, in the absence of polling data\, we decided to use data from the Federal Election Commission (FEC) as of August 31\, 2018. Any candida te that raised any money according to FEC records as of that date was invi ted.

The Forum will be 90 minutes\, consisting of eight questions. CRCL Communications Director\, Jimmy Frederick\, will serve as the modera tor. The Coastal Issues Forum will examine the major topics that our next representative will have to address at the federal level to help Louisiana survive this crisis.

The Coastal Issues Forum will be held in the Central School Auditorium. The Forum is open to the public and no ticket or RSVP is required. Doors open at 5:30 pm. The Forum will also be streame d LIVE at CRCL.org.

What: \; \; &nb sp\; \;Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana&rsquo\;s US 3rd Congress ional District Coastal Issues Forum When: \; \;& nbsp\;Thursday\, Oct. 18\, 2018 at 6:00pm

Where: \; Central School Auditorium\, Lake Charles\, LA

\;
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Central School Arts & Humanities Center UID:20181016T1805410Z-583899-377@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181111T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181112T020000 SUMMARY:Blue Martini's Red\, White & Blue Bash! DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Veteran’s Day at Blue Martini’s Red\, White & Blue Ba sh on Sunday\, November 11. Doors open at noon for NFL football viewing wi th food and drink specials throughout the day. Live entertainment begins a t 4:00PM when Three Thirty Seven takes the stage\, followed by local favor ite Gyth Rigdon at 7:00 PM. DJ Jose Mata will keep the party going until c lose. A portion of the proceeds from the event will be donated to A City of Refuge\, located in Vinton\, Louisiana\, providing shelter\, meals\, cl othing\, and work opportunities for veterans. Admission is free. Must be 2 1 years or older to attend. To reserve your table\, please call 337.508.41 08. For a complete list of upcoming events and to book your stay at Gold en Nugget Lake Charles\, please visit www.goldennuggetlc.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Celebrate Veteran&rsquo\;s Day at Blue Mart ini&rsquo\;s \;Red\, White &\; Blue Bash \;on Sunday\, November 11. Doors open at noon for NFL football viewing with food and dr ink specials throughout the day. Live entertainment begins at 4:00PM when Three Thirty Seven takes the stage\, followed by local favorite Gyth Rigdo n at 7:00 PM. DJ Jose Mata will keep the party going until close. \; A portion of the proceeds from the event will be donated to \;A Cit y of Refuge\, located in Vinton\, Louisiana\, providing shelter\, mea ls\, clothing\, and work opportunities for veterans. Admission is free. Mu st be 21 years or older to attend. To reserve your table\, please call 337 .508.4108.

\;

For a complete list of upcoming events and to book your stay at Golden Nugget Lake Charles\, please visit \;< a href='http://www.goldennuggetlc.com/' data-saferedirecturl='https://www. google.com/url?q=http://www.goldennuggetlc.com&\;source=gmail&\;ust= 1540046201152000&\;usg=AFQjCNGnbcikbtOYoFpKXNvGK-pnG49uKg'>www.goldennu ggetlc.com.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Golden Nugget UID:20181019T1456000Z-583899-378@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190216T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190216T100000 SUMMARY:STYX at Golden Nugget DESCRIPTION:Legendary rock band STYX will perform at Golden Nugget Lake Cha rles in the Grand Event Center on Saturday\, February 16 at 8:00 PM. With sixteen Top 40 hits to their credit\, STYX is best known for the hit songs “Lady”\, “Come Sail Away”\, “Too Much Time on My Hands”\, and “Mr. Roboto ”. Founded in Chicago in 1972\, STYX has the unique distinction of being t he first band in rock history to have four consecutive certified multimill ion-selling albums in a row: 1977’s The Grand Illusion\, 1978’s Pieces of Eight\, 1979’s Cornerstone\, and 1981’s Paradise Theatre.   Tickets go on sale Friday\, November 16 with prices starting at $50\, available online a twww.goldennuggetlc.com or by visiting the Golden Nugget Box Office\, open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 AM to 7 PM with extended hours on concer t days. Tickets purchased online may be picked up from the Golden Nugget B ox Office on the day of the show from 11 AM to 8 PM only. Must be 21 year s or older for admission to the concert. For a complete list of upcoming performances and to book your stay at the Golden Nugget Lake Charles\, ple ase visit www.goldennuggetlc.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Legendary rock band STYX will perform at Go lden Nugget Lake Charles in the Grand Event Center on Saturday\, February 16 at 8:00 PM. With sixteen Top 40 hits to their credit\, STYX is best kno wn for the hit songs &ldquo\;Lady&rdquo\;\, &ldquo\;Come Sail Away&rdquo\; \, &ldquo\;Too Much Time on My Hands&rdquo\;\, and &ldquo\;Mr. Roboto&rdqu o\;. \;Founded in Chicago in 1972\, STYX has the unique distinction of being the first band in rock history to have four consecutive certified m ultimillion-selling albums in a row: 1977&rsquo\;s \;The Grand Ill usion\, 1978&rsquo\;s \;Pieces of Eight\, 1979&rsquo\;s& nbsp\;Cornerstone\, and 1981&rsquo\;s \;Paradise Theatre< /em>. \; \;

Tickets go on sale Friday\, November 16 with p rices starting at $50\, available online atwww.goldennuggetlc.com \;or by vis iting the Golden Nugget Box Office\, open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 AM to 7 PM with extended hours on concert days. Tickets purchased online may be picked up from the Golden Nugget Box Office on the day of the show from 11 AM to 8 PM only. \; Must be 21 years or older for admission to the concert. \;

For a complete list of upcoming performances and to book your stay at the Golden Nugget Lake Charles\, please visit&nbs p\;www.gold ennuggetlc.com.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Golden Nugget UID:20181030T1308090Z-583899-379@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181105T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181105T080000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families: IEP or 504 DESCRIPTION:Students with disabilities will usually qualify for either an I EP or a 504 Plan – but what is the difference and is one better than the o ther? This training will take you through the eligibility process of both plans\, the laws that regulate both\, the differences in the plans and par ental rights. Co-Sponsor: Families Helping Families of Southwest La. Audie nce: Parents\, Caregivers\, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Stud ents. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Students with disabilities will usually qua lify for either an IEP or a 504 Plan &ndash\; but what is the difference a nd is one better than the other? This training will take you through the e ligibility process of both plans\, the laws that regulate both\, the diffe rences in the plans and parental rights.

Co-Sponsor: Families Help ing Families of Southwest La.

Audience: Parents\, Caregivers\, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Families Helping Families UID:20181030T1504290Z-583899-380@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181115T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181115T190000 SUMMARY:Hometown Industry Day DESCRIPTION:Southwest Louisiana Residents - You're Invited Stand up for lo cal industry jobs! Free event\, kids are welcome. In Southwest Louisiana\ , industry has brought unparalleled growth and economic opportunities. Bri ng your family\, friends and coworkers to celebrate its impact on the econ omy\, education and communities of the region. Over free food and refreshm ents\, you'll learn more about how the industry contributes to every aspec t of life in the area - and what you can do to make sure these jobs and in vestments are here to stay. At the Hometown Industry Day\, you'll have the chance to meet local leaders\, workers and industry supporters in the reg ion. This event is presented by the Grow Louisiana Coalition and in partn ership with the Louisiana Mid-Continent Oil & Gas Association\, Louisiana Oil & Gas Association\, the Louisiana Chemical Association\, SWLA Economic Development and West Calcasieu Chamber of Commerce. It will be held at th e West-Cal Arena and Events Center in Sulphur\, La. Register today: https ://bit.ly/2EfQDd1 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Southwest Louisiana Residents - You're Invi ted \;

Stand up for local industry jobs! \;

Free event\, kids are welcome.

In Southwest Louisiana\, industr y has brought unparalleled growth and economic opportunities. Bring your f amily\, friends and coworkers to celebrate its impact on the economy\, edu cation and communities of the region.

Over free food and refres hments\, you'll learn more about how the industry contributes to every asp ect of life in the area - and what you can do to make sure these jobs and investments are here to stay. At the Hometown Industry Day\, you'll have t he chance to meet local leaders\, workers and industry supporters in the r egion. \;

This event is presented by the Grow Louisiana Coa lition and in partnership with the Louisiana Mid-Continent Oil &\; Gas Association\, Louisiana Oil &\; Gas Association\, the Louisiana Chemica l Association\, SWLA Economic Development and West Calcasieu Chamber of Co mmerce. It will be held at the West-Cal Arena and Events Center in Sulphur \, La. \;

Register today: \;https://bit.ly/2EfQ Dd1
CATEGORIES:Career Fairs & Trade Shows LOCATION:West Cal Events Center UID:20181030T1551230Z-583899-381@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181108T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181108T130000 SUMMARY:Bike Share Feedback Needed DESCRIPTION:The Community Foundation of Southwest Louisiana hired Bantam St rategy Group several months ago to study the feasibility and implementatio n of a bikeshare system serving Lake Charles\, Sulphur\, and McNeese State University. The study is named Bayou Bikeshare Plan and community feedbac k is imperative to the study process. Bantam Strategy Group is working th rough a process which includes several layers of quantitative and qualitat ive factors to determine the feasibility of a regional bikeshare system. G athering input from local citizens is part of this effort. Citizens are e ncouraged to check out the interactive map at  www.bayoubikeshare.com/comm unity-input  and place markers and notes regarding desired locations for p otential bikeshare stations. They may also provide additional input using the online survey provided on the website. Additionally\, public outreac h meetings will be held at on November 8th\, 2018 at two locations. -           McNeese State University for students and faculty from 9:00 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the Holbrook Student Union (New Ranch) -          Lake Charles Civ ic Center for citizens of Lake Charles and Sulphur at 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 p .m. in the Jean Lafitte Room X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Community Foundation of Southwest Louis iana hired Bantam Strategy Group several months ago to study the feasibili ty and implementation of a bikeshare system serving Lake Charles\, Sulphur \, and McNeese State University. The study is named \;Bayou Bikesh are Plan \;and community feedback is imperative to the study proc ess. \;

Bantam Strategy Group is working through a process whi ch includes several layers of quantitative and qualitative factors to dete rmine the feasibility of a regional bikeshare system. Gathering input from local citizens is part of this effort. \; Citizens are encouraged to check out the interactive map at \; \;www.bayo ubikeshare.com/community-input \; \;and \;place markers an d notes regarding desired locations for potential bikeshare stations. \; They may also provide additional input using the online survey provided on the website.

\;Additionally\, public outreach meetings wi ll be held at on \;November 8^th\, 2018&nbs p\;at two locations.

- \; \; \; \; \; \;&n bsp\; \; \; \;McNeese State University \; for students and faculty from 9:00 a.m. &ndash\; 1 p.m. at the Holbrook St udent Union (New Ranch)

- \; \; \; \; \; \ ; \; \; \; \;Lake Charles Civic Center&nb sp\;for citizens of Lake Charles and Sulphur at 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. in the Jean Lafitte Room

\;
CATEGORIES:Outdoors LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20181030T1557280Z-583899-382@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181108T053000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181108T063000 SUMMARY:Bike Share Feedback Needed DESCRIPTION:The Community Foundation of Southwest Louisiana hired Bantam St rategy Group several months ago to study the feasibility and implementatio n of a bikeshare system serving Lake Charles\, Sulphur\, and McNeese State University. The study is named Bayou Bikeshare Plan and community feedbac k is imperative to the study process. Bantam Strategy Group is working th rough a process which includes several layers of quantitative and qualitat ive factors to determine the feasibility of a regional bikeshare system. G athering input from local citizens is part of this effort. Citizens are e ncouraged to check out the interactive map at  www.bayoubikeshare.com/comm unity-input  and place markers and notes regarding desired locations for p otential bikeshare stations. They may also provide additional input using the online survey provided on the website. Additionally\, public outreac h meetings will be held at on November 8th\, 2018 at two locations. -           McNeese State University for students and faculty from 9:00 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the Holbrook Student Union (New Ranch) -          Lake Charles Civ ic Center for citizens of Lake Charles and Sulphur at 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 p .m. in the Jean Lafitte Room X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Community Foundation of Southwest Louis iana hired Bantam Strategy Group several months ago to study the feasibili ty and implementation of a bikeshare system serving Lake Charles\, Sulphur \, and McNeese State University. The study is named \;Bayou Bikesh are Plan \;and community feedback is imperative to the study proc ess. \;

Bantam Strategy Group is working through a process whi ch includes several layers of quantitative and qualitative factors to dete rmine the feasibility of a regional bikeshare system. Gathering input from local citizens is part of this effort. \; Citizens are encouraged to check out the interactive map at \; \;www.bayo ubikeshare.com/community-input \; \;and \;place markers an d notes regarding desired locations for potential bikeshare stations. \; They may also provide additional input using the online survey provided on the website.

\;Additionally\, public outreach meetings wi ll be held at on \;November 8^th\, 2018&nbs p\;at two locations.

- \; \; \; \; \; \;&n bsp\; \; \; \;McNeese State University \; for students and faculty from 9:00 a.m. &ndash\; 1 p.m. at the Holbrook St udent Union (New Ranch)

- \; \; \; \; \; \ ; \; \; \; \;Lake Charles Civic Center&nb sp\;for citizens of Lake Charles and Sulphur at 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. in the Jean Lafitte Room

\;
CATEGORIES:Outdoors LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20181030T1558220Z-583899-383@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181105T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181105T190000 SUMMARY:Family & Youth: Civic Engagement Institute for Youth DESCRIPTION:Civic Engagement Institute for Youth Monday\, November 5th\, 20 18\, 4pm-7pm & Tuesday\, November 6th\, 2018\, 8am-5pm Family & Youth Coun seling Agency 220 Louie St. Lake Charles\, LA 70601 Your Voice. Your Commu nity. Your Future. Young people can be a powerful force for change\, howev er they are sometimes unsure how to best communicate their ideas and conce rns to policymakers. The Civic Engagement Institute guides young people to become active participants in the policy debate. During the institute stu dents will work together to gather research in an area of local\, state an d national concerns. Their information will be compiled and organized into a proposal. The proposal will be presented to local legislators and polic ymakers. Young people will have the opportunity to make a difference. Regi ster for the Civic Engagement Institute for Youth by clicking here to fill out the online registration form. For more information\, please contact M organ Angelle at 337-436-9533 or morgan@fyca.org. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Civic Engagement Institute for Youth

Monday\, November 5th\, 2018\, 4pm-7pm
&\; Tuesday\, November 6th\, 2018\, 8am-5pm
Family &\; Youth C ounseling Agency
220 Louie St. Lake Charles\, LA 70601
Your Voice. \;Your Community. \; Your Future.

Young people can be a powerful force for change\, however they are sometimes unsure ho w to best communicate their ideas and concerns to policymakers. The Civic Engagement Institute guides young people \;to become active participan ts \;in the policy debate. During the \;institute students will wo rk \;together to gather research in an area of local\, state and natio nal concerns. Their information will be compiled and organized into a prop osal. The proposal will be presented to local legislators and policymakers . Young people \;will have the opportunity to \;make a difference.

Register for the \;Civic Enga gement Institute for Youth
by clicking here to fill out the online re gistration form.

For more information\, please contact Morgan Angelle at 337- 436-9533 or \;morgan@fyca.org.
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:Family & Youth UID:20181030T1827520Z-583899-384@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181106T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181107T050000 SUMMARY:Family & Youth: Civic Engagement Institute for Youth DESCRIPTION:Civic Engagement Institute for Youth Monday\, November 5th\, 20 18\, 4pm-7pm & Tuesday\, November 6th\, 2018\, 8am-5pm Family & Youth Coun seling Agency 220 Louie St. Lake Charles\, LA 70601 Your Voice. Your Commu nity. Your Future. Young people can be a powerful force for change\, howev er they are sometimes unsure how to best communicate their ideas and conce rns to policymakers. The Civic Engagement Institute guides young people to become active participants in the policy debate. During the institute stu dents will work together to gather research in an area of local\, state an d national concerns. Their information will be compiled and organized into a proposal. The proposal will be presented to local legislators and polic ymakers. Young people will have the opportunity to make a difference. Regi ster for the Civic Engagement Institute for Youth by clicking here to fill out the online registration form. For more information\, please contact M organ Angelle at 337-436-9533 or morgan@fyca.org. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Civic Engagement Institute for Youth

Monday\, November 5th\, 2018\, 4pm-7pm
&\; Tuesday\, November 6th\, 2018\, 8am-5pm
Family &\; Youth C ounseling Agency
220 Louie St. Lake Charles\, LA 70601
Your Voice. \;Your Community. \; Your Future.

Young people can be a powerful force for change\, however they are sometimes unsure ho w to best communicate their ideas and concerns to policymakers. The Civic Engagement Institute guides young people \;to become active participan ts \;in the policy debate. During the \;institute students will wo rk \;together to gather research in an area of local\, state and natio nal concerns. Their information will be compiled and organized into a prop osal. The proposal will be presented to local legislators and policymakers . Young people \;will have the opportunity to \;make a difference.

Register for the \;Civic Enga gement Institute for Youth
by clicking here to fill out the online re gistration form.

For more information\, please contact Morgan Angelle at 337- 436-9533 or \;morgan@fyca.org.
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:Family & Youth UID:20181030T1828160Z-583899-385@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181101T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181101T180000 SUMMARY:Teen Connection Sessions DESCRIPTION:Teen Connection seminars are scheduled for Thursday\, November 1 and Thursday\, November 15. On Thursday\, November 1\, Teen Connection will tackle Establishing Your Brand: Social Media Etiquette\, Soft Skills and Office Culture. What you say and do on social media can follow you lon g after it’s been posted or even removed from a social media site. It’s vi tal that teens create a positive social media brand from day one. Addition ally\, soft skills such as constructing basic letters and emails as well a s understanding office culture are important skills required for success i n today’s workplace. With the December national testing date around the c orner the Thursday\, November 15\, session will focus on ACT English Prep. Representatives from the Calcasieu Parish Public Library will also be on hand to help students sign up for a library card and to provide informatio n on the many ACT Prep resources available through the library. Both sess ions will take place from 5-6 p.m. at Cpl Donald Ray Stevens Recreation Ce nter (formerly Goosport)\, located at 1619 Cessford St. “Teen Connection” is designed to help teenagers learn job skills\, college prep\, social me dia\, interview skills\, and ACT prep among others. The classes are instru cted by educators\, government officials\, and business leaders in the com munity. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Teen Connection seminars are scheduled for Thursday\, November 1 and Thursday\, November 15. \;

On Thursd ay\, November 1\, Teen Connection will tackle \;Establishing Your Brand: Social Media Etiquette\, Soft Skills and Office Culture. \;What you say and do on social media can follow you long after it&rsquo\;s been posted or even removed from a social media site. It&rsquo\;s vital t hat teens create a positive social media brand from day one. Additionally\ , soft skills such as constructing basic letters and emails as well as und erstanding office culture are important skills required for success in tod ay&rsquo\;s workplace. \;

With the December national testing d ate around the corner the Thursday\, November 15\, session will focus on&n bsp\;ACT English Prep. Representatives from the Calcasieu Parish Public Library will also be on hand to help students sign up for a library card and to provide information on the many ACT Prep resources available through the library. \;

Both sessions will take place from 5-6 p.m. at Cpl Donald Ray Stevens Recreation Center (formerly Goosport)\, lo cated at 1619 Cessford St. \;

&ldquo\;Teen Connection&rdquo\; is designed to help teenagers learn job skills\, college prep\, social med ia\, interview skills\, and ACT prep among others. The classes are instruc ted by educators\, government officials\, and business leaders in the comm unity.
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:Cpl. Donald Ray Stevens Recreation Center UID:20181030T1831060Z-583899-386@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181106T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181106T193000 SUMMARY:How to Raise a Money Savvy Kid DESCRIPTION:Want your kid to be money-savvy? To live financially fit lives\ ; they need to be taught the essentials about money and smart financial ha bits! If you want your kids to know how to successfully manage their money when they get older\, taking the time now will be worth it. Families Help ing Families presents... How to Raise a Money Savvy Kid for parents of chi ldren with disabilities\, individuals with disabilities\, and their family members on Tuesday\, November 6\, at 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at Families Helpi ng Families of SWLA\, 2927 Hodges Street\, Lake Charles\, LA 70601. Learn about How to Raise a Money Savvy Kid. Topics include: Money Journals Savin g Goals Get Kids on a Simple Budget Help Kids Figure out How to Make Money How to Shop Savvy Guest Presenter: Russell A. Pawlowski There is no fee t o attend! Everyone must RSVP! Seating is Limited\, so please register ASAP ! RSVP to China Guillory at info@fhfswla.org or 337-436-2570 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Want your kid to be money-savvy? To live fi nancially fit lives\; they need to be taught the essentials about money an d smart financial habits!

If you want your kids to know how to suc cessfully manage their money when they get older\, taking the time now wil l be worth it.

Families Helping Families presents... How to Raise a Money Savvy Kid for parents of children with disabilities\, individuals with disabilities\, and their family members on Tuesday\, November 6\, at 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at Families Helping Families of SWLA\, 2927 Hodges Stre et\, Lake Charles\, LA 70601.

Learn about How to Raise a Money Sav vy Kid. Topics include:

Money Journals

Saving Goa ls

Get Kids on a Simple Budget

Help Kids Figure out Ho w to Make Money

How to Shop Savvy

Guest Presente r: Russell A. Pawlowski

There is no fee to attend! Everyone must R SVP! Seating is Limited\, so please register ASAP!

RSVP to China G uillory at info@fhfswla.org or 337-4 36-2570
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:Families Helping Families UID:20181030T1851340Z-583899-387@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181116T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181116T230000 SUMMARY:LCMH On the Town Celebration DESCRIPTION:The Foundation at Lake Charles Memorial invites you to come out to the Grand Ballroom at L’Auberge Casino Resort for this year’s On the T owncelebration from 7 to 11 pm on Friday\, November 16\, 2018. On the Town 2018 will feature open bar\, complimentary wine and a four course dinner. Guests’ attire is cocktail\, but be sure to put on your dancing shoes fo r musical entertainment by Chapter One performing Motown Gold\, as well as Leif Pedersen’s 1944 Big Band and a performance by comedian Pete Barbutti . Tickets are $125 per person. All tax-deductible proceeds benefit The F oundation at Lake Charles Memorial. Advanced tickets can be purchased onli ne at www.lcmh.com/onthetown. A limited number of discounted rooms are ava ilable by calling L’Auberge at 866.580.7444 by November 7. For more inform ation\, please call The Foundation at Lake Charles Memorial\, 337.494.3226 . X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Foundation at Lake Charles Memorial inv ites you to come out to the Grand Ballroom at L&rsquo\;Auberge Casino Reso rt for this year&rsquo\;s \;On the Towncelebration \; from 7 to 11 pm on Friday\, November 16\, 2018. \;On the Town \;2018 \;will feature open bar\, complimentary wine and a four course dinner. \; Guests&rsquo\; attire is cocktail\, but be sure to put on your dancing shoes for musical entertainment by Chapter One performing Motown Gold\, as well as Leif Pedersen&rsquo\;s 1944 Big Ba nd and a performance by comedian Pete Barbutti. \;

Tickets are $125 per person. \; All tax-deductible proceeds benefit The Foundatio n at Lake Charles Memorial. Advanced tickets can be purchased online at&nb sp\;www.lcmh .com/onthetown. \;A limited number of discounted rooms are available by calling L&rsquo\;Auberge at \;866.580. 7444 by November 7. \;Fo r more information\, please call The Foundation at Lake Charles Memorial\, 337.494.3226.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:L'Auberge Casino Resort UID:20181030T1911200Z-583899-389@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181103T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181103T150000 SUMMARY:Inve$t in Your Neighborhood Workshop DESCRIPTION:Plans are underway for a free Inve$t in Your Neighborhood Works hop on Saturday\, November 3\, at Wiley B. McMillan Community Center (343 Goos St.). The event will take place from noon to 3 p.m. An event of Mayo r Nic Hunter’s Partners in Parks initiative\, the workshop is being presen ted by the City of Lake Charles and Project Build a Future. The workshop will feature housing information\, opportunities to complete a housing nee ds survey\, information on lending and other banking services\, future and retirement planning information\, information on wills\, successions\, ex pungements and other legal issues\, free tax preparation and financial lit eracy games for kids. “Project Build a Future’s mission is to build\, pro mote and revitalize our targeted area of North Lake Charles through qualit y\, affordable homeownership\,” said Charla Blake\, event organizer and ex ecutive director of Project Build a Future. “The City’s new Partners in Pa rks initiative offers us the perfect opportunity to create a one-stop-shop of information and services from our partners\, putting us one step close r to our goal of developing high quality\, affordable homes as well as hel ping our community realize their dreams through individualized financial p lanning and goal setting.” The Partners in Parks initiative was unveiled by Mayor Hunter in July and is aimed at bringing together public and priva te entities to invest in park infrastructure and programming. Since its la unch\, more than half a million dollars have been raised and multiple free events\, aimed at re-energizing City parks\, have been organized by vario us community groups. “Our city parks make up a critical component of the fabric of our community. They offer a safe place for families to learn\, p lay and socialize\,” said Mayor Nic Hunter. “Events like this Inve$t in Yo ur Neighborhood Workshop are the perfect example of what we are hoping to accomplish with Partners in Parks. This is event is a prime example of wha t we can do as a community when public and private partnerships are levera ged.” The Inve$t in Your Neighborhood Workshop is being presented in part nership with Southside Machine Works\, Pedestal Bank\, Lakeside Bank\, Fir st Federal Bank of Louisiana\, iberiaBank\, the Southwest Louisiana Law Ce nter\, Southwest Louisiana Credit Union and the United Way of Southwest Lo uisiana. For more information\, contact Project Build a Future by calling (337) 439-7191. For more information on Project Build a Future\, visithtt p://projectbuildafuture.org. For more information on the City of Lake Cha rles Partners in Parks Initiative\, visit www.cityoflakecharles.com/Partne rsinParks. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Plans are underway for a free \;Inv e$t in Your Neighborhood Workshop \;on Saturday\, November 3\, at Wiley B. McMillan Community Center (343 Goos St.). The event will take pl ace from noon to 3 p.m. \;

An event of Mayor Nic Hunter&rsquo\ ;s Partners in Parks initiative\, the workshop is being presented by the C ity of Lake Charles and Project Build a Future. \;

The worksho p will feature housing information\, opportunities to complete a housing n eeds survey\, information on lending and other banking services\, future a nd retirement planning information\, information on wills\, successions\, expungements and other legal issues\, free tax preparation and financial l iteracy games for kids. \;

&ldquo\;Project Build a Future&rsqu o\;s mission is to build\, promote and revitalize our targeted area of Nor th Lake Charles through quality\, affordable homeownership\,&rdquo\; said Charla Blake\, event organizer and executive director of Project Build a F uture. &ldquo\;The City&rsquo\;s new Partners in Parks initiative offers u s the perfect opportunity to create a one-stop-shop of information and ser vices from our partners\, putting us one step closer to our goal of develo ping high quality\, affordable homes as well as helping our community real ize their dreams through individualized financial planning and goal settin g.&rdquo\; \;

The Partners in Parks initiative was unveiled by Mayor Hunter in July and is aimed at bringing together public and private entities to invest in park infrastructure and programming. Since its laun ch\, more than half a million dollars have been raised and multiple free e vents\, aimed at re-energizing City parks\, have been organized by various community groups. \;

&ldquo\;Our city parks make up a critica l component of the fabric of our community. They offer a safe place for fa milies to learn\, play and socialize\,&rdquo\; said Mayor Nic Hunter. &ldq uo\;Events like this \;Inve$t in Your Neighborhood Workshop&n bsp\;are the perfect example of what we are hoping to accomplish with Part ners in Parks. This is event is a prime example of what we can do as a com munity when public and private partnerships are leveraged.&rdquo\; \;< /p>
The \;Inve$t in Your Neighborhood Workshop \;is b eing presented in partnership with Southside Machine Works\, Pedestal Bank \, Lakeside Bank\, First Federal Bank of Louisiana\, iberiaBank\, the Sout hwest Louisiana Law Center\, Southwest Louisiana Credit Union and the Unit ed Way of Southwest Louisiana. \;

For more information\, conta ct Project Build a Future by calling (337) 439-7191. For more information on Project Build a Future\, visithttp://projectbuildafuture.org. \;

For more information on the City of Lake Charles Partners in Parks Initia tive\, visit \;www.cityoflakecharles.com/Par tnersinParks.
CATEGORIES:Outdoors LOCATION:Wiley B. McMillan Park UID:20181030T1912550Z-583899-390@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181105T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181105T140000 SUMMARY:3D Foam Tree & Homeschooling Day DESCRIPTION:Create a unique 3D tree for fall. Classes begin at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. and are limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up. If you are homes chooling\, visit from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. for a chance to interact with others doing the same. Admission is $6.50 per person for homeschooling families. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Create a unique 3D tree for fall. Classes begin at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. and are limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up.

\;

If you are homeschooling\, \;visit \;from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. for a chance to interact with others doing the same. Admission is $6.50 per person for homeschooling families.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:The Children's Museum UID:20181030T1921360Z-583899-391@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181106T220000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181107T043000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: I Voted DESCRIPTION:Stop by The Children's Museum and vote for your favorite exhibi t and make a 'I VOTED' pin in the ArtSpace from 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Stop by The Children's Museum and vote for your favorite exhibit and make a 'I VOTED' pin in the ArtSpace from 10 a.m . - 4:30 p.m.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:The Children's Museum UID:20181030T1944430Z-583899-392@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181110T233000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181111T003000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Sasol's Second Saturday Science Show DESCRIPTION:Sasol continues its 5S Project with “Magnetism” at 11:30 a.m. w ith presenter Joe Pawela. Demonstrations include static electricity\, rare earth magnets\, “Ferro-fluid” and magnetic magic tricks! Third floor exhi bits will be closed during this program. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Sasol continues its 5S Project with &ldquo\ ;Magnetism&rdquo\; at 11:30 a.m. with presenter Joe Pawela. Demonstrations include static electricity\, rare earth magnets\, &ldquo\;Ferro-fluid&rdq uo\; and magnetic magic tricks! Third floor exhibits will be closed during this program.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:The Children's Museum UID:20181030T1945240Z-583899-393@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181111 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Veteran's Day DESCRIPTION:Admission is $1 for all Veterans visiting with their families. Kids can create an American soldier in the ArtSpace workshop at 2 p.m. Cla ss is limited to 20 children\, ages 3 and up. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Admission is $1 for all Veterans visiting w ith their families. Kids can create an American soldier in the ArtSpace wo rkshop at 2 p.m. Class is limited to 20 children\, ages 3 and up.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:The Children's Museum UID:20181030T1945500Z-583899-394@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181112T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181112T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Corncob Wreath DESCRIPTION:Make a corncob wreath using bubble wrap and construction paper. Classes begin at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. and are limited to 20 children\, age s 4 and up. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Make a corncob wreath using bubble wrap and construction paper. Classes begin at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. and are limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:The Children's Museum UID:20181030T1946270Z-583899-395@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181119T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181119T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Mueum: Scarecrow Suncatcher DESCRIPTION:Paint a cute scarecrow suncatcher to hang in your window. Class es begin at 11 a.m.\, 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. and are limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Paint a cute scarecrow suncatcher to hang i n your window. Classes begin at 11 a.m.\, 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. and are limit ed to 20 children\, ages 4 and up.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids UID:20181030T1947080Z-583899-396@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181120T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181120T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Fall Turkey Wreath DESCRIPTION:Create a colorful fall turkey wreath. Classes begin at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. and are limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Create a colorful fall turkey wreath. Class es begin at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. and are limited to 20 children\, ages 4 an d up.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:The Children's Museum UID:20181030T1947520Z-583899-397@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181121T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181121T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Jointed Scarecrow & Jeanie! DESCRIPTION:Make a fun jointed scarecrow to hang. Classes begin at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. and are limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up. Join Lydia Cro chet and her pet therapy dog Jeanie for story time! They will read\,“Jeani e the 3-Legged Dog\; I Don’t Need Four Feet” at 1 p.m. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Make a fun jointed scarecrow to hang. Cla sses begin at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. and are limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up.

Join Lydia Crochet and her pet therapy dog Jeanie for story time! They will read\,&ldquo\;Jeanie the 3-Legged Dog\; I Don&rsquo\ ;t Need Four Feet&rdquo\; at 1 p.m.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:The Children's Museum UID:20181030T1948460Z-583899-398@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181124T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181124T113000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Fall Craft Projects DESCRIPTION:Fall craft projects will be available from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. L imit one project per child X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Fall craft projects will be available from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Limit one project per child
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:The Children's Museum UID:20181030T1949520Z-583899-399@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181113T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181113T200000 SUMMARY:Calcasieu Parish : Housing & Homeless Crisis Forum DESCRIPTION:The Calcasieu Parish Police Jury’s Human Services Department wi ll host a Housing and Homeless Crisis Forum from 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday\, Nov . 13\, at the Business and Career Solutions Center\, 2424 Third St.\, in L ake Charles. City and parish officials\, non-profit service providers and residents will be on hand for a public conversation about homelessness. Wh at is being done about it? What solutions work? Guest speakers at the even t will include Gordon Levine\, Continuum of Care manager with the Louisian a Balance of State Continuum of Care\, Louisiana Housing Corporation\; Kel li Tidwell Stawecki\, homeless advocate with Water’s Edge Ministry\; Tarek Polite\, director of the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury’s Human Services De partment and Kevin Guidry\, Calcasieu Parish District 9 Police Juror. “Th e forum on the 13th will provide an excellent opportunity for key stakehol ders to listen\, discuss\, and share with each other the difficulty of ser ving some of the vulnerable individuals in our community\,” said Tarek Pol ite. “While we may not agree on statistical data\, approaches\, methods\, governmental regulations\, or even how pervasive the homeless problem may be in our region\, we all can agree that one individual being homeless is one too many and if we are going to effectively address homelessness in ou r region\, we all have to work together and understand what each group bri ngs to the table.” For more information on the forum\, call the Human Se rvices Department at 337-721-4030\, ext. 5120. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Calcasieu Parish Police Jury&rsquo\;s H uman Services \;Department will host a Housing and Homeless Crisis For um from 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday\, Nov. 13\, at the Business and Career Solutio ns Center\, 2424 Third St.\, in Lake Charles.

City and parish offi cials\, non-profit service providers and residents will be on hand for a p ublic conversation about homelessness. What is being done about it? What s olutions work?

Guest speakers at the event will include Gordon Lev ine\, Continuum of Care manager with the Louisiana Balance of State Contin uum of Care\, Louisiana Housing Corporation\; Kelli Tidwell Stawecki\, hom eless advocate with Water&rsquo\;s Edge Ministry\; Tarek Polite\, director of the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury&rsquo\;s Human Services Department an d Kevin Guidry\, Calcasieu Parish District 9 Police Juror. \;

&ldquo\;The forum on the 13^th \;will provide an excellent o pportunity for key stakeholders to listen\, discuss\, and share with each other the difficulty of serving some of the vulnerable individuals in our community\,&rdquo\; said Tarek Polite. &ldquo\;While we may not agree on s tatistical data\, approaches\, methods\, governmental regulations\, or eve n how pervasive the homeless problem may be in our region\, we all can agr ee that one individual being homeless is one too many and if we are going to effectively address homelessness in our region\, we all have to work to gether and understand what each group brings to the table.&rdquo\;

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For more information on the forum\, call the Human Servic es Department at 337-721-4030\, ext. 5120.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Business & Career Solutions Center UID:20181106T2147160Z-583899-400@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181110T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181110T103000 SUMMARY:Opioid Conference DESCRIPTION:Do you know someone with a drug problem? The Committee for a S ober Society is putting on a conference about addiction intervention\, det oxification and rehabilitation. It is intended for those concerned about persons with a substance abuse disorder such as employers concerned about their employees\; clergy concerned about their congregants\; lawyers conce rned about clients\; teachers or coaches concerned about students\; and la w enforcement and court employees who deal with drug offenders. The confe rence is scheduled for Saturday morning\, November 10th at the SEED Center across from McNeese. One thing were are doing is certifying 'peer suppo rt specialists' to help with intervention Peer Support Specialist | Depar tment of Health | State of Louisiana  (these reformed addicts have been ve ry effective in other states). We also want to develop 'family guides' t o assist the families of those going through rehabilitation and 'sober-shi ps' the help with the financial burden. Beyond the conference we want to have workshops on topics such as 'How to Use Narcan\,' 'The Warning Sign s of Addiction\,' 'Preventing Relapse\,' and start a sober Mardi Gras Krew e that will send the message 'you don't need booze and drugs to have fun.' Please pass this on to other you think could benefit from this information. The cost is $15 and tickets can be purchased through eventb rite:  Addiction Intervention and Rehabilitation tickets. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Do you know someone with a drug problem? \; The Committee for a Sober Society \;is put ting on a conference about addiction intervention\, detoxification and reh abilitation. \; It is intended for those \;concerned about persons with a substance abuse disorder such as employers concerned about their e mployees\; clergy concerned about their congregants\; lawyers concerned ab out clients\; teachers or coaches concerned about students\; and law enfor cement and court employees who deal with drug offenders. \; The confer ence is scheduled for Saturday morning\, November 10th at the SEED Center across from McNeese.

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Peer Support Specia list | Department of Health | State of Louisiana \; \;(these r eformed addicts have been very effective in other states). \; We also want to develop 'family guides' \; to assist the families of those goi ng through rehabilitation and 'sober-ships' the help with the financial bu rden. \; Beyond the conference we want to have workshops on topics suc h as 'How to \; Use Narcan\,' \; 'The Warning Signs of Addiction\, ' 'Preventing Relapse\,' and start a sober Mardi Gras Krewe that will send the message 'you don't need booze and drugs to have fun.' \; \;< /div>
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\; \; \;Please pass this on to other you think could benefit from this information. \; \;The cost is $15 and tickets can be purchased through eventbrite: \; \ ;Addiction Intervention and Rehabilitation tickets.

CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20181106T2205250Z-583899-401@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181120T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181120T200000 SUMMARY:Angles of SWLA: Investor Meeting DESCRIPTION:ENTREPRENEURIAL FORUM & ANGEL INVESTOR MEETING featuring FLYGUY S\, a smart Drone Service\, which brings together clients and qualified dr one operators more efficiently than alternative business models. The Netwo rk attracts the best pilots enabling FLYGUYS to control quality and pricin g in an Uber Model. Presenters: Adam Zayor\, CEO Tuesday Evening\, Nove mber 20\, 2018 The SEED Center\, 2nd Floor Conference Room\, 4310 Ryan Str eet\, Lake Charles\, Louisiana 70601 Please join us in building a Start- up Community by encouraging                        Start-up and Early Stag e Ventures in Southwest Louisiana. Networking and Hors D’oeuvres: 6:00 p.m. Program/Presentations: 7:00 p.m. R. S. V. P. Not later than November 19\, 2018 Ron McGinley\, email: macfhion@gmail.com                                                                                               McN eese Office of Commercialization\, Phone 337 562 4903 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
ENTREPRENEURIAL FORUM &\; ANGEL INVESTOR MEETING featuring FLYGUYS\, \;a smart Drone Service\, which brings together clients and qualified dro ne operators more efficiently than alternative business models. The Networ k attracts the best pilots enabling FLYGUYS to control quality and pricing in an Uber Model.

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Presenters: &n bsp\;Adam Zayor\, CEO

Tuesday Evening\, November 20\, 2018

The SEED Center\, 2nd Floor Conference Room\,

4310 Ry an Street\, Lake Charles\, Louisiana 70601

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Networking and Hors D&rsquo\;oeuvres: \;6:00 p.m.

Program/Presentations: 7:00 p.m .

R. S. V. P. \;Not later than November 19\, 2018

Ron McGinley\, email: macfhion@gmail.com &n bsp\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \ ; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \;&nb sp\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \;&nbs p\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \;& nbsp\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \;&n bsp\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \ ; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \;McNeese Office of Commercialization\, Phone 337 562 4903

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CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20181106T2207100Z-583899-402@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190302T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190302T200000 SUMMARY:Golden Nugget: 3 Doors Down DESCRIPTION:3 Doors Down will be continuing their “Back Porch Jam” Tour\, a n acoustic interpretation of the band’s hits\, fan favorites and deep albu m cuts in the Grand Event Center at Golden Nugget Lake Charles on Friday\, March 2\, 2019. Lead singer\, Brad Arnold says “over the years we’ve alwa ys enjoyed stripping down our songs and playing them acoustic. For us as a live band it breathes new life into these songs\, allows us to switch-up our set and dig really deep into our catalog. We’re looking forward to pla ying in some intimate venues\, which we don’t often do\, and being up clos e and personal with our fans.” Tickets go on sale Friday\, November 9 with prices ranging from $30-70\, available online atwww.goldennuggetlc.com or by visiting the Golden Nugget Box Office\, open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 AM to 7 PM with extended hours on concert days. Tickets purchased online may be picked up from the Golden Nugget Box Office on the day of th e show from 11 AM to 8 PM only. All guests must be 21 or older. For a co mplete list of upcoming performances and to book your stay at the Golden N ugget Lake Charles\, please visit www.goldennuggetlc.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
3 Doors Down will be continuing their &ldqu o\;Back Porch Jam&rdquo\; Tour\, an acoustic interpretation of the band&rs quo\;s hits\, fan favorites and deep album cuts in the Grand Event Center at Golden Nugget Lake Charles on Friday\, March 2\, 2019. Lead singer\, Br ad Arnold says &ldquo\;over the years we&rsquo\;ve always enjoyed strippin g down our songs and playing them acoustic. For us as a live band it breat hes new life into these songs\, allows us to switch-up our set and dig rea lly deep into our catalog. We&rsquo\;re looking forward to playing in some intimate venues\, which we don&rsquo\;t often do\, and being up close and personal with our fans.&rdquo\;

Tickets go on sale Friday\, Novem ber 9 with prices ranging from $30-70\, available online atwww.goldennuggetlc.com \;or by visiting the Golden Nugget Box Office\, open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 AM to 7 PM with extended hours on concert days. Tickets p urchased online may be picked up from the Golden Nugget Box Office on the day of the show from 11 AM to 8 PM only. All guests must be 21 or older.
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For a complete list of upcoming performances and to book your stay at the Golden Nugget Lake Charles\, please visit \;www.goldennugg etlc.com.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Golden Nugget UID:20181106T2216160Z-583899-403@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181112T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181112T174500 SUMMARY:Jambalaya Jackpot Cookoff DESCRIPTION:Chefs are gearing up to cook delicious jambalaya for the Jambal aya Jackpot Cookoff at the Isle of Capri\, 100 Westlake Ave.\, on Monday\, Nov. 12\, from 3:30 – 5:45 p.m. as part of the Bayou Renegade Rally. Proc eeds from the cookoff will benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest L ouisiana. Competitors include Chef Thomas Mango\, executive chef for Isle of Capri\; Chef Lyle Broussard\, chef de cuisine of Jack Daniel’s Bar & G rill at L’Auberge Casino Resort\; Chef Stephen Coblentz\, executive chef o f Claim Jumper at the Golden Nugget\; and Amanda and Brett Stutes with Slo ppy Taco. “Everyone is invited to come out to the cookoff\, take a taste of each chef’s jambalaya sample\, and support Big Brothers Big Sisters. Th e Bayou Renegade Rally will also be in full swing on Monday\, rounding out the rally which starts in Shreveport on November 9 and makes its way to L ake Charles November 11 and 12\, all part of the No Man’s Land celebration . The CVB is proud to work with the Shreveport-Bossier Convention & Touris t Bureau\, Louisiana State Office of Tourism\, and all of the tourism orga nizations along Hwy 171 on this inaugural event\,” said Kyle Edmiston\, ch ief operating officer for the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB). The ticket booths\, located in the north parking lot at the Isle of Capri\, open for the visiting public at 3:30 p.m. Wris tbands for jambalaya samples are $5\, and children five years and younger are admitted free. Each wristband will give patrons access to four samples of jambalaya\, one from each chef\, and there will be a People’s Choice c ash voting system. Judges will sample the creations at 3:45 p.m.\, and th e prizes will be awarded\, both the People’s Choice and Judge’s Choice awa rds at 6 p.m. The cash votes cast as well as the sales from the wristbands will directly benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters. Other events that are fea tured locally with the Bayou Renegade Rally include a ride through the Ave nue of Flags\, live entertainment and special events at local casinos\, se veral motorcycle contests and a photo scavenger hunt along the Creole Natu re Trail. For more information or to register for the rally\, visit www.B ayouRenegadeRally.com or contact the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Conv ention & Visitors Bureau at (337) 436-9588 or (800) 456-SWLA. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Chefs are gearing up to cook delicious jamb alaya for the Jambalaya Jackpot Cookoff at the Isle of Capri\, 100 Westlak e Ave.\, on Monday\, Nov. 12\, from 3:30 &ndash\; 5:45 p.m. as part of the Bayou Renegade Rally. Proceeds from the cookoff will benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Louisiana. \;

Competitors include Ch ef Thomas Mango\, executive chef for Isle of Capri\; Chef Lyle Broussard\, chef de cuisine of Jack Daniel&rsquo\;s Bar &\; Grill at L&rsquo\;Aube rge Casino Resort\; Chef Stephen Coblentz\, executive chef of Claim Jumper at the Golden Nugget\; and Amanda and Brett Stutes with Sloppy Taco. \;

&ldquo\;Everyone is invited to come out to the cookoff\, take a taste of each chef&rsquo\;s jambalaya sample\, and support Big Brothers B ig Sisters. The Bayou Renegade Rally will also be in full swing on Monday\ , rounding out the rally which starts in Shreveport on November 9 and make s its way to Lake Charles November 11 and 12\, all part of the No Man&rsqu o\;s Land celebration. The CVB is proud to work with the Shreveport-Bossie r Convention &\; Tourist Bureau\, Louisiana State Office of Tourism\, a nd all of the tourism organizations along Hwy 171 on this inaugural event\ ,&rdquo\; said Kyle Edmiston\, chief operating officer for the Lake Charle s/Southwest Louisiana Convention &\; Visitors Bureau (CVB). \;

The ticket booths\, located in the north parking lot at the Isle of Ca pri\, open for the visiting public at 3:30 p.m. Wristbands for jambalaya s amples are $5\, and children five years and younger are admitted free. Eac h wristband will give patrons access to four samples of jambalaya\, one fr om each chef\, and there will be a People&rsquo\;s Choice cash voting syst em. \;

Judges will sample the creations at 3:45 p.m.\, and the prizes will be awarded\, both the People&rsquo\;s Choice and Judge&rsquo\ ;s Choice awards at 6 p.m. The cash votes cast as well as the sales from t he wristbands will directly benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters.

Othe r events that are featured locally with the Bayou Renegade Rally include a ride through the Avenue of Flags\, live entertainment and special events at local casinos\, several motorcycle contests and a photo scavenger hunt along the Creole Nature Trail. \;

For more information or to r egister for the rally\, visit \;www.BayouRenegadeRally.com \;or c ontact the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention &\; Visitors Bur eau at (337) 436-9588 or (800) 456-SWLA.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Isle of Capri Casino Hotel UID:20181106T2218340Z-583899-404@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181110 SUMMARY:City of Lake Charles: Veterans Day Events DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, November 10\, the City of Lake Charles Mayor’s Ar med Forces Commission will host the City’s annual Veterans Day observance at the Arcade Amphitheater on the Lakefront. Several new activities have b een added to the event to attract a larger audience\, and a new venue has been selected to accommodate a concert by the Lake Charles Community Band. This year’s event will follow the American Heart Association’s Heart Walk \, which begins at 8 a.m. Health screenings and vendor booths will be setu p near the amphitheater. Following the Heart Walk\, participants will retu rn to the amphitheater for family activities and demonstrations\, a variet y of food trucks\, as well as a Kids Zone provided by the City’s Recreatio n and Parks Department. The formal ceremony will begin at 11 a.m. The gues t speaker will be Colonel Lee Burnett\, Commander of the 115th Combat Supp ort Hospital (CSH). Colonel Burnett graduated from UC Davis for undergrad and from Western University of Health Sciences for medical school. His fir st assignment was the 396th CSH. He deployed to Iraq in 2005 with the 344t h CSH and again in 2008 with the 345th CSH. He later served in Afghanistan in 2012 with 4/82D. His last duty station was 121st CSH/Brian Allgood Ar my Community Hospital\, Korea. Heather Partin will be the Master of Ceremo nies\, and the U.S. Coast Guard Marine Safety Unit in Lake Charles will pr esent colors. This year’s event will pay special recognition to all Southw est Louisiana veterans. The ceremony will feature multiple performances by the Lake Charles Community Band. Selections include “Land of Liberty\,” “ National Emblem March\,” and “American Fanfare” among others. Following th e ceremony\, a special pinning ceremony is planned for Vietnam War veteran s. The Veterans Day observance is sponsored by Acadian Ambulance Services \, Billy Navarre Auto\, Calcasieu Refining\, Coca-Cola\, Ferrara Fire Appa ratus\, Johnson’s Funeral Home\, Stine Lumber\, Suddenlink\, and Lu Creage r\, Realtor/PCS Team LC (Moffett\, Latter & Blum). For more information\, please call 491-9159. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
On Saturday\, November 10\, the City of Lak e Charles Mayor&rsquo\;s Armed Forces Commission will host the City&rsquo\ ;s annual Veterans Day observance at the Arcade Amphitheater on the Lakefr ont. Several new activities have been added to the event to attract a larg er audience\, and a new venue has been selected to accommodate a concert b y the Lake Charles Community Band.

This year&rsquo\;s event will f ollow the American Heart Association&rsquo\;s Heart Walk\, which begins at 8 a.m. Health screenings and vendor booths will be setup near the amphith eater. Following the Heart Walk\, participants will return to the amphithe ater for family activities and demonstrations\, a variety of food trucks\, as well as a Kids Zone provided by the City&rsquo\;s Recreation and Parks Department.

The formal ceremony will begin at 11 a.m. The guest s peaker will be Colonel Lee Burnett\, Commander of the 115^th&nbs p\;Combat Support Hospital (CSH). Colonel Burnett graduated from UC Davis for undergrad and from Western University of Health Sciences for medical s chool. His first assignment was the 396^th \;CSH. He deploye d to Iraq in 2005 with the 344^th \;CSH and again in 2008 wi th the 345^th \;CSH. He later served in Afghanistan in 2012 with 4/82D. His last duty station was 121^st \; CSH/Brian Al lgood Army Community Hospital\, Korea.

Heather Partin will be the Master of Ceremonies\, and the U.S. Coast Guard Marine Safety Unit in Lake Charles will present colors. This year&rsquo\;s event will pay special re cognition to all Southwest Louisiana veterans. The ceremony will feature m ultiple performances by the Lake Charles Community Band. Selections includ e &ldquo\;Land of Liberty\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;National Emblem March\,&rdquo\ ; and &ldquo\;American Fanfare&rdquo\; among others. Following the ceremon y\, a special pinning ceremony is planned for Vietnam War veterans. \;

The Veterans Day observance is sponsored by Acadian Ambulance Services\, Billy Navarre Auto\, Calcasieu Refining\, Coca-Cola\, Ferrara F ire Apparatus\, Johnson&rsquo\;s Funeral Home\, Stine Lumber\, Suddenlink\ , and Lu Creager\, Realtor/PCS Team LC (Moffett\, Latter &\; Blum). For more information\, please call 491-9159.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lakefront UID:20181106T2229250Z-583899-405@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181116T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181116T200000 SUMMARY:Artisan's Gallery Holiday Bazaar DESCRIPTION:For the Christmas season give a gift of art! The Artisans' Gall ery will be offering pieces of art priced for gifting along with our curre nt exhibit of our newest artwork at the Historic City Hall 1st Floor Galle ry. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
For the Christmas season give a gift of art ! The Artisans' Gallery will be offering pieces of art priced for gifting along with our current exhibit of our newest artwork at the Historic City Hall 1st Floor Gallery. \;
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Historic 1911 City Hall UID:20181113T1559580Z-583899-406@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181125T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181125T150000 SUMMARY:Lake Charles Little Theater: The Wonderettes DESCRIPTION:The Wonderettes are back! This seasonal celebration finds the g irls entertaining at the annual Harper’s Hardware Holiday Party. When Sant a turns up missing\, the girls use their talent and creative ingenuity to save the holiday party! Featuring great ’60s versions of holiday classics such as “Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town\,” “Jingle Bell Rock\,” “Run\, Rudo lph\, Run\,” and “Winter Wonderland\,” the result is\, of course\, marvelo us! This energetic and glittering holiday package is guaranteed to delight audiences of all ages. Enhance your holiday season with a foot-stomping\, knee slapping\, finger snapping\, hum-along\, uplifting show! Performance s on Nov. 23\, 24\, 25\, 30\, Dec. 01\, 02\, 07\, 08\, 09. Fridays and S aturdays at 7:30 pm Sundays at 2:00 pm Adults: $20 Seniors (65+): $15 Students: $10 Tickets on-line at thelclt.com Boxoffice: 337-4 33-79 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Wonderettes are back! This seasonal cel ebration finds the girls entertaining at the annual Harper&rsquo\;s Hardwa re Holiday Party. When Santa turns up missing\, the girls use their talent and creative ingenuity to save the holiday party! Featuring great &rsquo\ ;60s versions of holiday classics such as &ldquo\;Santa Claus Is Comin&rsq uo\; to Town\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;Jingle Bell Rock\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;Run\, Ru dolph\, Run\,&rdquo\; and &ldquo\;Winter Wonderland\,&rdquo\; the result i s\, of course\, marvelous! This energetic and glittering holiday package i s guaranteed to delight audiences of all ages.
Enhance your holiday s eason with a foot-stomping\, knee slapping\, finger snapping\, hum-along\, uplifting show!

Performances on Nov. 23\, 24\, 25\, 30\, Dec. 01\, 02\, 07\, 08\, 09. \; \;Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm&nbs p\; \; Sundays at 2:00 pm
Adults: $20 \; \; \; Sen iors (65+): $15 \; \; \; Students: $10
Tickets on-line at \;thelclt.com \; \; \;Boxoffice: 337-433-79
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lake Charles Little Theater UID:20181113T1606120Z-583899-407@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181124T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181124T203000 SUMMARY:Lake Charles Little Theater: The Wonderettes DESCRIPTION:The Wonderettes are back! This seasonal celebration finds the g irls entertaining at the annual Harper’s Hardware Holiday Party. When Sant a turns up missing\, the girls use their talent and creative ingenuity to save the holiday party! Featuring great ’60s versions of holiday classics such as “Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town\,” “Jingle Bell Rock\,” “Run\, Rudo lph\, Run\,” and “Winter Wonderland\,” the result is\, of course\, marvelo us! This energetic and glittering holiday package is guaranteed to delight audiences of all ages. Enhance your holiday season with a foot-stomping\, knee slapping\, finger snapping\, hum-along\, uplifting show! Performance s on Nov. 23\, 24\, 25\, 30\, Dec. 01\, 02\, 07\, 08\, 09. Fridays and S aturdays at 7:30 pm Sundays at 2:00 pm Adults: $20 Seniors (65+): $15 Students: $10 Tickets on-line at thelclt.com Boxoffice: 337-4 33-79 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Wonderettes are back! This seasonal cel ebration finds the girls entertaining at the annual Harper&rsquo\;s Hardwa re Holiday Party. When Santa turns up missing\, the girls use their talent and creative ingenuity to save the holiday party! Featuring great &rsquo\ ;60s versions of holiday classics such as &ldquo\;Santa Claus Is Comin&rsq uo\; to Town\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;Jingle Bell Rock\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;Run\, Ru dolph\, Run\,&rdquo\; and &ldquo\;Winter Wonderland\,&rdquo\; the result i s\, of course\, marvelous! This energetic and glittering holiday package i s guaranteed to delight audiences of all ages.
Enhance your holiday s eason with a foot-stomping\, knee slapping\, finger snapping\, hum-along\, uplifting show!

Performances on Nov. 23\, 24\, 25\, 30\, Dec. 01\, 02\, 07\, 08\, 09. \; \;Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm&nbs p\; \; Sundays at 2:00 pm
Adults: $20 \; \; \; Sen iors (65+): $15 \; \; \; Students: $10
Tickets on-line at \;thelclt.com \; \; \;Boxoffice: 337-433-79
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lake Charles Little Theater UID:20181113T1602590Z-583899-408@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181123T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181123T203000 SUMMARY:Lake Charles Little Theater: The Wonderettes DESCRIPTION:The Wonderettes are back! This seasonal celebration finds the g irls entertaining at the annual Harper’s Hardware Holiday Party. When Sant a turns up missing\, the girls use their talent and creative ingenuity to save the holiday party! Featuring great ’60s versions of holiday classics such as “Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town\,” “Jingle Bell Rock\,” “Run\, Rudo lph\, Run\,” and “Winter Wonderland\,” the result is\, of course\, marvelo us! This energetic and glittering holiday package is guaranteed to delight audiences of all ages. Enhance your holiday season with a foot-stomping\, knee slapping\, finger snapping\, hum-along\, uplifting show! Performance s on Nov. 23\, 24\, 25\, 30\, Dec. 01\, 02\, 07\, 08\, 09. Fridays and S aturdays at 7:30 pm Sundays at 2:00 pm Adults: $20 Seniors (65+): $15 Students: $10 Tickets on-line at thelclt.com Boxoffice: 337-4 33-79 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Wonderettes are back! This seasonal cel ebration finds the girls entertaining at the annual Harper&rsquo\;s Hardwa re Holiday Party. When Santa turns up missing\, the girls use their talent and creative ingenuity to save the holiday party! Featuring great &rsquo\ ;60s versions of holiday classics such as &ldquo\;Santa Claus Is Comin&rsq uo\; to Town\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;Jingle Bell Rock\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;Run\, Ru dolph\, Run\,&rdquo\; and &ldquo\;Winter Wonderland\,&rdquo\; the result i s\, of course\, marvelous! This energetic and glittering holiday package i s guaranteed to delight audiences of all ages.
Enhance your holiday s eason with a foot-stomping\, knee slapping\, finger snapping\, hum-along\, uplifting show!

Performances on Nov. 23\, 24\, 25\, 30\, Dec. 01\, 02\, 07\, 08\, 09. \; \;Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm&nbs p\; \; Sundays at 2:00 pm
Adults: $20 \; \; \; Sen iors (65+): $15 \; \; \; Students: $10
Tickets on-line at \;thelclt.com \; \; \;Boxoffice: 337-433-79
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lake Charles Little Theater UID:20181113T1603430Z-583899-409@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181130T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181130T203000 SUMMARY:Lake Charles Little Theater: The Wonderettes DESCRIPTION:The Wonderettes are back! This seasonal celebration finds the g irls entertaining at the annual Harper’s Hardware Holiday Party. When Sant a turns up missing\, the girls use their talent and creative ingenuity to save the holiday party! Featuring great ’60s versions of holiday classics such as “Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town\,” “Jingle Bell Rock\,” “Run\, Rudo lph\, Run\,” and “Winter Wonderland\,” the result is\, of course\, marvelo us! This energetic and glittering holiday package is guaranteed to delight audiences of all ages. Enhance your holiday season with a foot-stomping\, knee slapping\, finger snapping\, hum-along\, uplifting show! Performance s on Nov. 23\, 24\, 25\, 30\, Dec. 01\, 02\, 07\, 08\, 09. Fridays and S aturdays at 7:30 pm Sundays at 2:00 pm Adults: $20 Seniors (65+): $15 Students: $10 Tickets on-line at thelclt.com Boxoffice: 337-4 33-79 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Wonderettes are back! This seasonal cel ebration finds the girls entertaining at the annual Harper&rsquo\;s Hardwa re Holiday Party. When Santa turns up missing\, the girls use their talent and creative ingenuity to save the holiday party! Featuring great &rsquo\ ;60s versions of holiday classics such as &ldquo\;Santa Claus Is Comin&rsq uo\; to Town\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;Jingle Bell Rock\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;Run\, Ru dolph\, Run\,&rdquo\; and &ldquo\;Winter Wonderland\,&rdquo\; the result i s\, of course\, marvelous! This energetic and glittering holiday package i s guaranteed to delight audiences of all ages.
Enhance your holiday s eason with a foot-stomping\, knee slapping\, finger snapping\, hum-along\, uplifting show!

Performances on Nov. 23\, 24\, 25\, 30\, Dec. 01\, 02\, 07\, 08\, 09. \; \;Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm&nbs p\; \; Sundays at 2:00 pm
Adults: $20 \; \; \; Sen iors (65+): $15 \; \; \; Students: $10
Tickets on-line at \;thelclt.com \; \; \;Boxoffice: 337-433-79
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lake Charles Little Theater UID:20181113T1604330Z-583899-410@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181201T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181201T203000 SUMMARY:Lake Charles Little Theater: The Wonderettes DESCRIPTION:The Wonderettes are back! This seasonal celebration finds the g irls entertaining at the annual Harper’s Hardware Holiday Party. When Sant a turns up missing\, the girls use their talent and creative ingenuity to save the holiday party! Featuring great ’60s versions of holiday classics such as “Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town\,” “Jingle Bell Rock\,” “Run\, Rudo lph\, Run\,” and “Winter Wonderland\,” the result is\, of course\, marvelo us! This energetic and glittering holiday package is guaranteed to delight audiences of all ages. Enhance your holiday season with a foot-stomping\, knee slapping\, finger snapping\, hum-along\, uplifting show! Performance s on Nov. 23\, 24\, 25\, 30\, Dec. 01\, 02\, 07\, 08\, 09. Fridays and S aturdays at 7:30 pm Sundays at 2:00 pm Adults: $20 Seniors (65+): $15 Students: $10 Tickets on-line at thelclt.com Boxoffice: 337-4 33-79 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Wonderettes are back! This seasonal cel ebration finds the girls entertaining at the annual Harper&rsquo\;s Hardwa re Holiday Party. When Santa turns up missing\, the girls use their talent and creative ingenuity to save the holiday party! Featuring great &rsquo\ ;60s versions of holiday classics such as &ldquo\;Santa Claus Is Comin&rsq uo\; to Town\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;Jingle Bell Rock\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;Run\, Ru dolph\, Run\,&rdquo\; and &ldquo\;Winter Wonderland\,&rdquo\; the result i s\, of course\, marvelous! This energetic and glittering holiday package i s guaranteed to delight audiences of all ages.
Enhance your holiday s eason with a foot-stomping\, knee slapping\, finger snapping\, hum-along\, uplifting show!

Performances on Nov. 23\, 24\, 25\, 30\, Dec. 01\, 02\, 07\, 08\, 09. \; \;Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm&nbs p\; \; Sundays at 2:00 pm
Adults: $20 \; \; \; Sen iors (65+): $15 \; \; \; Students: $10
Tickets on-line at \;thelclt.com \; \; \;Boxoffice: 337-433-79
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lake Charles Little Theater UID:20181113T1604540Z-583899-411@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181202T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181202T150000 SUMMARY:Lake Charles Little Theater: The Wonderettes DESCRIPTION:The Wonderettes are back! This seasonal celebration finds the g irls entertaining at the annual Harper’s Hardware Holiday Party. When Sant a turns up missing\, the girls use their talent and creative ingenuity to save the holiday party! Featuring great ’60s versions of holiday classics such as “Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town\,” “Jingle Bell Rock\,” “Run\, Rudo lph\, Run\,” and “Winter Wonderland\,” the result is\, of course\, marvelo us! This energetic and glittering holiday package is guaranteed to delight audiences of all ages. Enhance your holiday season with a foot-stomping\, knee slapping\, finger snapping\, hum-along\, uplifting show! Performance s on Nov. 23\, 24\, 25\, 30\, Dec. 01\, 02\, 07\, 08\, 09. Fridays and S aturdays at 7:30 pm Sundays at 2:00 pm Adults: $20 Seniors (65+): $15 Students: $10 Tickets on-line at thelclt.com Boxoffice: 337-4 33-79 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Wonderettes are back! This seasonal cel ebration finds the girls entertaining at the annual Harper&rsquo\;s Hardwa re Holiday Party. When Santa turns up missing\, the girls use their talent and creative ingenuity to save the holiday party! Featuring great &rsquo\ ;60s versions of holiday classics such as &ldquo\;Santa Claus Is Comin&rsq uo\; to Town\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;Jingle Bell Rock\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;Run\, Ru dolph\, Run\,&rdquo\; and &ldquo\;Winter Wonderland\,&rdquo\; the result i s\, of course\, marvelous! This energetic and glittering holiday package i s guaranteed to delight audiences of all ages.
Enhance your holiday s eason with a foot-stomping\, knee slapping\, finger snapping\, hum-along\, uplifting show!

Performances on Nov. 23\, 24\, 25\, 30\, Dec. 01\, 02\, 07\, 08\, 09. \; \;Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm&nbs p\; \; Sundays at 2:00 pm
Adults: $20 \; \; \; Sen iors (65+): $15 \; \; \; Students: $10
Tickets on-line at \;thelclt.com \; \; \;Boxoffice: 337-433-79
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lake Charles Little Theater UID:20181113T1605090Z-583899-412@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210311T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210311T140000 SUMMARY:What Happens When Parents & Schools Disagree? DESCRIPTION:Louisiana's Special Education Dispute Resolution Options Webina r Families Helping Families Thursday\, March 11\, at 1 p.m. Click here to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Louisiana's Special Education Dispute Resolution Options Webinar

Families Helping Families

Thursday\, March 11\, at 1 p.m.

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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Online UID:20210308T1519100Z-583899-1146@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191106T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191106T120000 SUMMARY:Simple Steps for Starting Your Business DESCRIPTION:Calling all aspiring entrepreneurs! Score & Canon invite you to a workshop where you will define your business idea\, interact with peers \, think through opportunities and learn the 'how' of planning a business start up! for more information or to register\, contact Lake Charles SCORE Chapter at (337) 433-3632 or score@allianceswla.org. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Calling all aspiring entrepreneurs!

Score &\; Canon invite you to a workshop where you will define your bu siness idea\, interact with peers\, think through opportunities and learn the 'how' of planning a business start up!

for more information or to register\, contact Lake Charles SCORE Chapter at (337) 433-3632 or sco re@allianceswla.org.

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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20191028T1612260Z-583899-964@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210812T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210812T200000 SUMMARY:Kickstart Your Business in 4 Weeks! DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20210730T1443060Z-583899-1202@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210812T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210812T110000 SUMMARY:Legal Essentials for Small Business DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20210730T1442100Z-583899-1201@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191210T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191210T113000 SUMMARY:Coffee & Conversation DESCRIPTION:Families Helping Families is hosting Coffee and Conversation wi th Anastasia Armstrong of Suicide Prevention Coalition. The topic will be Suicide Prevention. - Sometimes life's challenges can feel overwhelming\, like there's no way things can get better. If you think a friend or famil y member may be considering suicide\, help is available!   Come find out about suicide prevention and drink coffee with us on Tuesday\, December 1 0\, 2019 at 10 AM to 11:30 AM at Families Helping Families of SWLA\, 2927 Hodges Street\, Lake Charles\, LA 70601. There is no fee to attend! Eve ryone must RSVP! Seating is Limited\, so please register! Click on the li nk below to register! Get more information Register Now! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Families Helping Families is hosting Coffee and Conversation with Anastasia Armstrong of Suicide Prevention Coalition . \; The topic will be Suicide Prevention. - Sometimes life's challeng es can feel overwhelming\, like there's no way things can get better. If y ou think a friend or family member may be considering suicide\, help is av ailable! \; \;

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Come find out about suicide prevention and drink coffee with us on \;Tuesday\, December 1 0\, 2019 at 10 AM to 11:30 AM at Families Helping Families of SWLA\, \ ;2927 Hodges Street\, Lake Charles\, LA 70601.

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There is no fee to attend! \; Everyone must RSVP! \; Seating is Limited\, so please register!

Click on the link below to r egister!

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Register Now!

CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Families Helping Families UID:20191114T1648550Z-583899-985@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190504T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190504T123000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Sombreros DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 4: Sombreros We are decorating sombreros to cele brate Cinco de Mayo. Classes begin at 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. and are li mited to 20 children\, ages 3 and up. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Saturday\, May 4: Sombreros
W e are decorating sombreros to celebrate Cinco de Mayo. Classes begin at 11 :30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. and are limited to 20 children\, ages 3 and up. CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190502T1744140Z-583899-676@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210323T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210323T190000 SUMMARY:Special Education FAQ 2.o DESCRIPTION:Families Helping Families is hosting this interactive online we binar on IEP FAQ Click here to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Families He lping Families is hosting this interactive online webinar on IEP FAQ

Click here to register.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Online UID:20210308T1358500Z-583899-1145@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200311 SUMMARY:National Nutrition Month DESCRIPTION:Good nutrition doesn’t have to be restrictive or overwhelming! Small goals and changes can have a progressive healthy effect. Every bite counts and is a step in the right direction! Vary your diet: Eat a variety of nutritious foods every day Meal Plan: Plan ahead to keep yourself on t rack & keep a food journal Visit Healthy Size: Stay accountable & motivate d by visiting healthy size weekly. Call (337) 429-5060 Cook & Prep: Get cr eative to make meals more enjoyable & satisfying X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Good nutrition doesn&rsquo\;t have to be re strictive or overwhelming!
Small goals and changes can have a progres sive healthy effect.
Every bite counts and is a step in the right dir ection!

Vary your diet: Eat a variety of nutritious foods every da y

Meal Plan: Plan ahead to keep yourself on track &\; keep a fo od journal

Visit Healthy Size: Stay accountable &\; motivated b y visiting healthy size weekly. Call (337) 429-5060

Cook &\; Pr ep: Get creative to make meals more enjoyable &\; satisfying
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:Healthy Size UID:20200309T1255050Z-583899-1095@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191102T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191102T200000 SUMMARY:Army’s Jazz Ambassadors to Perform in Lake Charles DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles Mayor's Armed Forces Commission and Ba nners at McNeese University have joined together to welcome the Army's Jaz z Ambassadors to Lake Charles. The U.S. Army’s Jazz Ambassadors will stop in Lake Charles during its Fall concert tour on November 2 at the Civic Ce nter Rosa Hart Theater. The performance begins at 7p.m. and tickets are fr ee to the public. Sometimes called “America’s Big Band\,” the Jazz Ambass adors has performed in all 50 states and around the world\, connecting the American people to their Army and honoring our Soldiers and Veterans at h ome and abroad. Performances by the Jazz Ambassadors pay tribute to the “G reatest Generation” by playing music from the era when big band swing was a rallying cry for troops overseas. 'The Greatest Generation' focuses on the American sentiment\, American resolve and American unity that defined this generation with narration that features letters written to and from s ervicemen and women during the war\, as well as famous quotes from the lik es of Presidents Franklin D. Roosevelt\, Harry S. Truman and Dwight D. Eis enhower. Tickets are available at the Civic Center Box Office Monday thro ugh Friday\, from 8:30am – 4:30pm and at the door the afternoon of the per formance. For more information on this event please contact Julie Pippin\, Mayor’s Armed Forces Liaison\, at 337-491-1203. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles Mayor's Armed Forc es Commission and Banners at McNeese University have joined together to we lcome the Army's Jazz Ambassadors to Lake Charles.

The U.S. Army&r squo\;s Jazz Ambassadors will stop in Lake Charles during its Fall concert tour on November 2 at the Civic Center Rosa Hart Theater. The performance begins at 7p.m. and tickets are free to the public. \;

Someti mes called &ldquo\;America&rsquo\;s Big Band\,&rdquo\; the Jazz Ambassador s has performed in all 50 states and around the world\, connecting the Ame rican people to their Army and honoring our Soldiers and Veterans at home and abroad. Performances by the Jazz Ambassadors pay tribute to the &ldquo \;Greatest Generation&rdquo\; by playing music from the era when big band swing was a rallying cry for troops overseas. \;

'The Greatest Generation' focuses on the American sentiment\, American resolve and Amer ican unity that defined this generation with narration that features lette rs written to and from servicemen and women during the war\, as well as fa mous quotes from the likes of Presidents Franklin D. Roosevelt\, Harry S. Truman and Dwight D. Eisenhower. \;

Tickets are available at t he Civic Center Box Office Monday through Friday\, from 8:30am &ndash\; 4: 30pm and at the door the afternoon of the performance. For more informatio n on this event please contact Julie Pippin\, Mayor&rsquo\;s Armed Forces Liaison\, at 337-491-1203.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center Rosa Hart Theater UID:20191015T1336250Z-583899-948@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211019T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211019T120000 SUMMARY:Region V Job Fair DESCRIPTION:Job seekers and employers are invited to take part in the Ameri can Job Center’s Region V Job Fair\, which will take place from 9:30 a.m. – noon on Tuesday\, Oct. 19\, in the Lake Charles Civic Center’s Exhibitio n Hall\, 900 Lakeshore Drive. Veterans will be given priority and are ask ed to arrive at 9 a.m. in order to have exclusive access to employers unti l 9:30 a.m. Job seekers must wear business attire in order to attend the event. Face masks are also required. Participants also need to bring a pic ture ID and several copies of their current resume. Some companies will c onduct on-site interviews\, so make every effort to arrive early to ensure the opportunity to meet with employers. Pre-registration is not required. Following COVID-19 protocol\, employer registration will remain open unt il the maximum capacity of 50 employers is reached. To register\, call the American Job Center at 337-721-4010 or email business@lwia51.com. There i s no cost for employers to participate. The job fair is sponsored by the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury\, in conjunction with the Workforce Developme nt Board and the Louisiana Workforce Commission. For more information\, c ontact the American Job Center at 337-721-4010.   X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Job seekers and employers are invited to ta ke part in the American Job Center&rsquo\;s Region V Job Fair\, which will take place from 9:30 a.m. &ndash\; noon on Tuesday\, Oct. 19\, in the Lak e Charles Civic Center&rsquo\;s Exhibition Hall\, 900 Lakeshore Drive.&nbs p\;

Veterans will be given priority and are asked to arrive at 9 a .m. in order to have exclusive access to employers until 9:30 a.m. \;< /p>
Job seekers must wear business attire in order to attend the event . Face masks are also required. Participants also need to bring a picture ID and several copies of their current resume. \;

Some compani es will conduct on-site interviews\, so make every effort to arrive early to ensure the opportunity to meet with employers. Pre-registration is not required. \;

Following COVID-19 protocol\, employer registrati on will remain open until the maximum capacity of 50 employers is reached. To register\, call the American Job Center at 337-721-4010 or email \ ;business@lwia51.com. There is no cost for employers to participate. \;

The \;job fair \;is sponsored by the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury\, in conjunction with t he Workforce Development Board and the Louisiana Workforce Commission.&nbs p\;

For more information\, contact the American Job Center at 337- 721-4010. \; \;
CATEGORIES:Career Fairs & Trade Shows LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20210922T1321510Z-583899-1216@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201028T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201028T130000 SUMMARY:Section 504 & Transition Webinar DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20201026T1815370Z-583899-1115@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191024T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191024T120000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families: Anatomy of an IEP DESCRIPTION:Like a biology student\, this webinar will dissect the parts of the IEP document and examine their functions individually\, learning thei r meanings and application. It will provide constructive and practical tip s to help create an IEP that supports all of the student's needs. We will explore the parent’s role in the IEP process and learn the basics of their child’s right to special education services\, the process of developing s pecial education plans\, and the parent’s role. Audience: Parents\, Care givers\, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students. Register at : https://tinyurl.com/yyho8z7e X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Like a bi ology student\, this webinar will dissect the parts of the IEP document an d examine their functions individually\, learning their meanings and appli cation. It will provide constructive and practical tips to help create an IEP that supports all of the student's needs. We will explore the parent&r squo\;s role in the IEP process and learn the basics of their child&rsquo\ ;s right to special education services\, the process of developing special education plans\, and the parent&rsquo\;s role.

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~~Audience: Par ents\, Caregivers\, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students.~~

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Register at: https://tinyurl.com/yyho8z7e< /div>
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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20191022T1502410Z-583899-955@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210930T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210930T130000 SUMMARY:Navigating the IEP Part 4 DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:For the Family LOCATION:Online UID:20210922T1316200Z-583899-1214@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210929T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210929T143000 SUMMARY:Early Steps Transition DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:For the Family LOCATION:Online UID:20210922T1320310Z-583899-1215@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210417T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210417T210000 SUMMARY:Lutcher Theater: The Quebe Sisters DESCRIPTION:A Western Swing Spring Fling will 2-step into town on Saturday\ , April 17\, 2020 at 7pm featuring live music and An Evening With The Queb e Sisters of Dallas\,Texas. These talented musicians will bring their uniq ue Americana blend of western swing & Texas-style fiddling to the Lutcher parking lot stage. Sit a spell\, dance the night away or enjoy food trucks and more at this fun-filled outdoor event. Tickets on sale November 16\, 2020 at Lutcher.org or by calling the Lutcher Theater Box Office (409) 886 -5535. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
A Western Swing Spring Fling \;will 2-s tep into town on Saturday\, April 17\, 2020 at 7pm featuring live music an d \;An Evening With The Quebe Sisters \;of Dallas\,Texas. These ta lented musicians will bring their unique Americana blend of western swing &\; Texas-style fiddling to the Lutcher parking lot stage. Sit a spell\ , dance the night away or enjoy food trucks and more at this fun-filled ou tdoor event. Tickets on sale November 16\, 2020 at Lutcher.org or by calli ng the Lutcher Theater Box Office (409) 886-5535.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lutcher Theater UID:20201029T1410010Z-583899-1119@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191026T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191026T123000 SUMMARY:Zydeco Brunch DESCRIPTION:The Nellie Lutcher Cultural District Zydeco Brunch planned for this Saturday at The Foundation House on October 26\, at 11 a.m. Guests ca n enjoy a great meal\, bottomless mimosas and the music of Leo Thomas & Ro ad Runner. Tickets are $34.50 per person or $276 for a reserved table of 8. Tickets be purchased online through Eventbrite! Just visit www.BetterBl ockSWLA.com to register for that event and to learn more about the Nellie Lutcher Cultural District Better Block! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Nellie Lutcher Cultural Dis trict Zydeco Brunch planned for this Saturday at The Foundation House on O ctober 26\, at 11 a.m. Guests can enjoy a great meal\, bottomless mimosas and the music of Leo Thomas &\; Road Runner.& nbsp\;

Tickets are $34.50 per person or $276 for a reserved table of 8. Tickets be purchased online through Eventb rite! Just visit www.BetterBlock SWLA.com to register for that event and to learn more about the Nellie Lutcher Cultural District Better Block!
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:The Foundation House UID:20191022T1507030Z-583899-956@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210423T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210423T143000 SUMMARY:COVID-19 Vaccines: A Conversation with the Disability Community & P roviders DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Online UID:20210420T1309300Z-583899-1161@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210915T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210915T100000 SUMMARY:Tasting on the Terrace Tickets For Sale DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Family & Youth UID:20210913T2033380Z-583899-1210@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191116T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191116T160000 SUMMARY:Fete des Fromages DESCRIPTION:The 2nd annual Fête des Fromages will take place on Saturday\, Nov. 16th at the New Orleans Jazz Museum. Tickets for this the preliminary event: Fromage à Trois: Cheese\, Chefs & Cocktails (Friday\, Nov. 15) are available at fetedefromages.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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CATEGORIES:Family Activity LOCATION:New Orleans Jazz Museum UID:20191105T1545360Z-583899-976@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211014T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211014T120000 SUMMARY:What Happens When Parents & Schools Disagree? DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20211011T1548100Z-583899-1220@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191013T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191013T153000 SUMMARY:Rosary Around the Lake DESCRIPTION:For the second year in a row\, The Ruth Institute is hosting Ro sary Around the Lake in Lake Charles. This event\, to take place October 1 3\, is in conjunction with Fr. Richard Heilman of the Diocese of Madison\, Wisconsin’s “Rosary Coast to Coast.” October 13 is the anniversary of the Miracle of the Sun at Fatima\, which tens of thousands of people witnesse d. “Last year’s national Rosary Coast to Coast totaled over 1\,200 sites i n the US and in over 50 countries. Here in Lake Charles\, more than 800 of the faithful took part\,” said Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse\, Founder and Pr esident of The Ruth Institute. The Ruth Institute\, a global interfaith co alition to defend the family and build a civilization of love\, has its he adquarters here in Lake Charles. “This year we expect an even larger crowd \,” added Dr. Morse. “We are honored Bishop Glen John Provost will lead th e recitation of the Apostles Creed\, and Mayor Nic Hunter will lead the re citation of the first Our Father.” Rosary Around the Lake will be held at the northwest end of the Lake Charles Civic Center. Groups of 11 will spre ad around the lake front\, wearing ten blue “Hail Mary” shirts and one gol d “Our Father” shirt. People will begin assembling at 2 PM. The recitation of the Rosary will begin at 3 PM\, to coordinate with the national effort .   Participants are encouraged to buy shirts here and to register for the event here\, where more information can be found. Deadline for purchasing t-shirts is September 25. “If we have a large enough group creating a ‘li ving rosary’ on the lakefront\,” Morse said\, “we may even be visible from Highway 10!” Find more information on The Ruth Institute here. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
For the second year in a row\, The Ruth Ins titute is hosting Rosary Around the Lake in Lake Charles. This event\, to take place October 13\, is in conjunction with Fr. Richard Heilman of the Diocese of Madison\, Wisconsin&rsquo\;s &ldquo\;Rosary Coast to Coast.&rdquo\; O ctober 13 is the anniversary of the Miracle of the Sun at Fatima\, which t ens of thousands of people witnessed.

&ldquo\;Last year&rsquo\;s&n bsp\;national Rosary Coast to Coast totaled over 1\,200 sites in the US an d in over 50 countries. Here in Lake Charles\, more than 800 of the faithf ul \;took part\,&rdquo\; said Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse\, Founder and President of The Ruth Institute. The Ruth Institute\, \;a global inter faith coalition to defend the family and build a civilization of love\, ha s its headquarters here in Lake Charles.

&ldquo\;This year we expe ct an even larger crowd\,&rdquo\; added Dr. Morse. &ldquo\;We are honored Bishop Glen John Provost will lead the recitation of the Apostles Creed\, and Mayor Nic Hunter will lead the recitation of the first Our Father.&rdq uo\;

Rosary Around the Lake will be held at the northwest end of t he Lake Charles Civic Center. Groups of 11 will spread around the lake fro nt\, wearing ten blue &ldquo\;Hail Mary&rdquo\; shirts and one gold &ldquo \;Our Father&rdquo\; shirt. People will begin assembling at 2 PM. The reci tation of the Rosary will begin at 3 PM\, to coordinate with the national effort. \; \;

Participants are encouraged to buy shirts&nb sp\;here \;and to register for the event \;here\, where more information can be found. Deadline for purcha sing t-shirts is September 25.

&ldquo\;If we have a large enough g roup creating a &lsquo\;living rosary&rsquo\; on the lakefront\,&rdquo\; M orse said\, &ldquo\;we may even be visible from Highway 10!&rdquo\;
< p>Find more information on The Ruth Institute \;here.
CATEGORIES:Outdoors LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20190924T2003030Z-583899-920@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210604T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210604T110000 SUMMARY:Navigating the IEP Part 1 DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Online UID:20210601T1335430Z-583899-1177@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191121T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191121T193000 SUMMARY:Mayor's Arts Awards DESCRIPTION:The Arts Council of SWLA and the City of Lake Charles are curre ntly accepting nominations from the public for persons to be honored at th e 2019 Mayor’s Arts Awards ceremony\, which is scheduled for Thursday\, No vember 21 at 6:30 p.m. at Golden Nugget Lake Charles Hotel & Casino.   T he Mayor’s Arts Awards honors those working in the arts by recognizing the contributions of Southwest Louisiana’s creative workers\, patrons\, and a rtists to the region’s culture. Mayor Nicholas Hunter presents the awards to each recipient. “The Arts Awards recognize the valuable contribution s that artists\, cultural organizations\, educators\, and supporters make towards the vibrancy of our community\,” said Mayor Hunter. “The event is a great opportunity to show gratitude to those who work every day to make our community an epicenter for creative invention.” Categories include Artist of the Year\, Citizen of the Arts\, Citizen of the Humanities\, Art s Educator of the Year\, Arts Organization of the Year\, and Patron of the Year. The Keystone Award is also given to an individual who works diligen tly behind the scenes\, without whom programs and performances would not b e possible. Award winners are chosen by an independent panel\, and kept secret until the night of the ceremony. Those who wish to nominate an or ganization\, individual\, or group can download a nomination form at www.a rtscouncilswla.org. Nominations must be received no later than Friday\, October 18. Submissions may be mailed to the Arts and Humanities Council at 809 Kirby Street\, Suite 202\, Lake Charles\, LA. Electronic submission s may be sent to matt.young@cityoflc.us. For more information about this y ear’s Mayor’s Arts Awards\, call 491-9159. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Ar ts Council of SWLA and the City of Lake Charles are currently accepting no minations from the public for persons to be honored at the 2019 Mayor&rsqu o\;s Arts Awards ceremony\, which is scheduled for Thursday\, November 21 at 6:30 p.m. at Golden Nugget Lake Charles Hotel &\; Casino. \;&nbs p\;

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The Mayor&rsquo\;s Arts Awards honors those wo rking in the arts by recognizing the contributions of Southwest Louisiana& rsquo\;s creative workers\, patrons\, and artists to the region&rsquo\;s c ulture. Mayor Nicholas Hunter presents the awards to each recipient. \ ;

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&ldquo\;The Arts Awards recognize the valuable c ontributions that artists\, cultural organizations\, educators\, and suppo rters make towards the vibrancy of our community\,&rdquo\; said Mayor Hunt er. &ldquo\;The event is a great opportunity to show gratitude to those wh o work every day to make our community an epicenter for creative invention .&rdquo\; \;

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Categories include Artist of the Year\, Citizen of the Arts\, Citizen of the Humanities\, Arts Educator of the Year\, Arts Organization of the Year\, and Patron of the Year. The Key stone Award is also given to an individual who works diligently behind the scenes\, without whom programs and performances would not be possible.&nb sp\;

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Award winners are chosen by an independent pa nel\, and kept secret until the night of the ceremony. \; Those who wi sh to nominate an organization\, individual\, or group can download a nomi nation form at \;www.artscouncilswla.org. \;

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Nominations \;must be received no later than Friday\, Oc tober 18. Submissions may be mailed to the Arts and Humanities Council at 809 Kirby Street\, Suite 202\, Lake Charles\, LA. Electronic submissions m ay be sent to \;matt.young@cityoflc.us. For \;more information about this year&r squo\;s Mayor&rsquo\;s Arts Awards\, call 491-9159.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Golden Nugget UID:20190924T2004070Z-583899-921@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200110T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200110T200000 SUMMARY:American Visionary: JFK’s Life and Times DESCRIPTION:“American Visionary: JFK’s Life and Times” will open at Histori c City Hall Arts & Cultural Center with an opening reception on Friday\, J anuary 10 from 5:30 to 8 pm. Admission is free\, and refreshments will be served. The landmark collection\, featuring 77 photographs and magazine co vers\, debuted in the Smithsonian American Art Museum in Washington\, D.C. \, in May 2017\, in honor of the 100th anniversary of Kennedy’s birth. Th e exhibit shows Kennedy as a joyful boy playing in the ocean and a trouble d president working in the Oval Office\, as a public figure adored by crow ds and a father alone with his baby daughter. Jacqueline Kennedy is there\ , too – as a happy bride\, an elegant first lady and a heartbroken widow. The Kennedy exhibit will take viewers through his life in chronological o rder\, beginning with a baby photo\, and it returns to the starting point\ , so the final photo shows his widow\, Jackie\, going to his funeral. The exhibition\, one of the most exhaustively researched collections of Kenned y photos ever assembled\, brings together images from the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library\, the John F. Kennedy Library Foundation\, Getty Imag es\, private collections\, and the Kennedy family archives. Highlights of “American Visionary” include a 1953 photo booth snapshot of the Kennedy n ewlyweds\, possibly taken on their honeymoon\; a candid 1958 photograph of Kennedy playing with his baby daughter\, Caroline\, in her bassinet\; a 1 960 photograph of people peering at Kennedy through the window as he prepa res for a campaign speech\; a 1961 photograph of the First Couple and othe rs heading to Kennedy’s inauguration ceremony\, with the White House blank eted in snow\, among others. “Color Crescendo” featuring Dan Plummer and G allery by the Lake will also open on January 10. While visiting Historic C ity Hall\, stop by the first floor gallery to see Lyd Walls’ “Who Are You in the Dark?” In Black Heritage Gallery\, located on the second floor\, s ee “Remembering the Help\,” curated by Dr. William Mayo. Historic City Ha ll is open Tuesday through Saturday\, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is free. Charlestown Farmers’ Market is open on Bilbo Street behind the center eve ry Saturday 8 a.m.to noon. For more information\, please call 491-9147 or visit www.cityoflakecharles.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
&ldquo\;American Visionary: JFK&rsquo\;s Li fe and Times&rdquo\; will open at Historic City Hall Arts &\; Cultural Center with an opening reception on Friday\, January 10 from 5:30 to 8 pm. Admission is free\, and refreshments will be served. The landmark collect ion\, featuring 77 photographs and magazine covers\, debuted in the Smiths onian American Art Museum in Washington\, D.C.\, in May 2017\, in honor of the 100th anniversary of Kennedy&rsquo\;s birth. \;

The exhib it shows Kennedy as a joyful boy playing in the ocean and a troubled presi dent working in the Oval Office\, as a public figure adored by crowds and a father alone with his baby daughter. Jacqueline Kennedy is there\, too & ndash\; as a happy bride\, an elegant first lady and a heartbroken widow.& nbsp\;

The Kennedy exhibit will take viewers through his life in c hronological order\, beginning with a baby photo\, and it returns to the s tarting point\, so the final photo shows his widow\, Jackie\, going to his funeral. The exhibition\, one of the most exhaustively researched collect ions of Kennedy photos ever assembled\, brings together images from the Jo hn F. Kennedy Presidential Library\, the John F. Kennedy Library Foundatio n\, Getty Images\, private collections\, and the Kennedy family archives.& nbsp\;

Highlights of &ldquo\;American Visionary&rdquo\; include a 1953 photo booth snapshot of the Kennedy newlyweds\, possibly taken on the ir honeymoon\; a candid 1958 photograph of Kennedy playing with his baby d aughter\, Caroline\, in her bassinet\; a 1960 photograph of people peering at Kennedy through the window as he prepares for a campaign speech\; a 19 61 photograph of the First Couple and others heading to Kennedy&rsquo\;s i nauguration ceremony\, with the White House blanketed in snow\, among othe rs.

&ldquo\;Color Crescendo&rdquo\; featuring Dan Plummer and Gall ery by the Lake will also open on January 10. While visiting Historic City Hall\, stop by the first floor gallery to see Lyd Walls&rsquo\; &ldquo\;W ho Are You in the Dark?&rdquo\; \; In Black Heritage Gallery\, located on the second floor\, see &ldquo\;Remembering the Help\,&rdquo\; curated by Dr. William Mayo. \;

Historic City Hall is open Tuesday thr ough Saturday\, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is free. Charlestown Farmers&r squo\; Market is open on Bilbo Street behind the center every Saturday 8&n bsp\;a.m.to \;noon. For more inform ation\, please call 491-9147 or visit \;www.cityoflakecharles.com.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center UID:20200102T1532170Z-583899-1025@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191107T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191107T130000 SUMMARY:Finance Fundamentals for Beginners & Pros DESCRIPTION:The West Calcasieu Chamber of Commerce is hosting a workshop fo r business owners\, office managers\, and bookkeepers on Profit & Loss St atements Balance Sheets Tax Return Schedules Basic Internal Controls This workshop will be presented by McElroy\, Quirk & Burch X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The West Calcasieu Chamber of Commerce is h osting a workshop for business owners\, office managers\, and bookkeepers on \;

Profit &\; Loss Statements

Balance S heets

Tax Return Schedules

Basic Internal Controls

This workshop will be presented by McElroy\, Quirk &\; Bur ch
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Holiday Inn UID:20191022T1601410Z-583899-957@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191019T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191020T000000 SUMMARY:Chuck Fest! DESCRIPTION:Headliners include Bonerama\, Maggie Koener\, Flamethrowers\, a long with many others. “The 6th Chuck Fest will be bigger than ever. With more stages\, headliners\, and bands performing\, there is something for e veryone attending Lake Charles’ premiere live music festival! Food vendors from all over the lake area will be in attendance. There will be no sho rtage of selection\, no matter your tastes. The Kid Zone is a fun\, family -friendly place where the kiddos play games in the Scion eSports Gaming Tr uck\, enjoy the bounce houses provided Big South Inflatables\, indulge in ice cream\, popsicles\, slushes\, and Face Painting. Chuck Fest Foundati on\, a Louisiana non-profit corporation\, was established to showcase Loui siana’s musicians\, artisans\, restaurants\, and brews and bring them all together in the beautiful downtown Lake Charles. Our vision is to make Chu ck Fest Lake Charles' signature live music\, culture and food festival. Pa rt of this vision is to draw people from across the Gulf South to enjoy al l that SWLA has to offer\, bringing economic benefits to The City of Lake Charles. This year marks a first for Chuck Fest\, with the inclusion of na tional touring bands! Keep up to date on future details by visiting chuckf est.org. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Headliners include Bonerama\, Mag gie Koener\, Flamethrowers\, along with many others.

&ldquo\;The 6th Chuck Fest will be bigger than ever. With more stages\, headliners\, and bands performing\, there is something for everyone attending Lake Char les&rsquo\; premiere live music festival! Food vendors from all over the l ake area will be in attendance.

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There will be no shortage of selection\, no matter your tastes. The Kid Zone is a fu n\, family-friendly place where the kiddos play games in the Scion eSports Gaming Truck\, enjoy the bounce houses provided Big South Infla tables\, indulge in ice cream\, popsicles\, slushes\, and Face Paintin g.

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Chuck Fest Foundation\, a Louis iana non-profit corporation\, was established to showcase Louisiana&rsquo\ ;s musicians\, artisans\, restaurants\, and brews and bring them all toget her in the beautiful downtown Lake Charles. Our vision is to make Chuck Fe st Lake Charles' signature live music\, culture and food festival. Part of this vision is to draw people from across the Gulf South to enjoy all tha t SWLA has to offer\, bringing economic benefits to The City of Lake Charl es. This year marks a first for \;Chuck Fest\, with the inclusion of n ational touring bands!

Keep up to date on future details by visiting chuckfest.org.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Downtown Lake Charles UID:20190924T2124240Z-583899-923@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191114T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191114T180000 SUMMARY:Teen Connection Focuses on Athletic Scholarships this Week DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, November 14\, at 5 p.m.\, the City of Lake Charle s’ popular Teen Connection series returns to Cpl Donald Ray Stevens Commun ity Center (1619 Cessford St.). There is no charge to attend and the topic for the session is The Elite Athlete’s Secret to Achievement\, Performanc e and Recruitment. Each year thousands of high school students compete fo r collegiate athletic scholarships across the country. Competition is fier ce as there are many talented\, dedicated athletes hoping to secure a rela tively small number of scholarships. How do grades\, social media presence and other elements factor into the recruiting process? What can you do to improve your odds? This ever popular Teen Connection session will provide attendees valuable information for athletes hoping to play at the next le vel. Additional topics slated for the fall semester include Simple Strate gies to Improve your Writing Skills and How to Choose a College Major. te en Connection is designed to help teenagers learn job skills\, college pre p\, social media\, interview skills\, and ACT prep among others. The class es are instructed by educators\, government officials\, and business leade rs in the community. Teen Connection is presented by the City of Lake Cha rles and is sponsored by Lake City Trucking\, Porche Plumbing and Piping\, Pat Williams Construction\, Wendell White\, Inc.\, Pedersen Auto Title Co .\, GMFS Lending\, Hawkins Legal (Attorney Tara Hawkins)\, Citadel Complet ions\, Taco Bell\, Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd\, Popeyes\, Leona rd’s Food Quarters\, Mr. Gatti’s\, Outback Steakhouse and Paul’s Ribshack. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
On Thursday\, November 14\, at 5 p.m.\, the City of Lake Charles&rsquo\; popular \;Teen Connection \;series returns to Cpl Donald Ray Stevens Community Center (1619 Cessford St.). There is no charge to attend and the topic for the session is \; The Elite Athlete&rsquo\;s Secret to Achievement\, Performance and Rec ruitment. \;

Each year thousands of high school students compete for collegiate athletic scholarships across the country. Competition is fierce as there are many talented\, dedicated athletes hopi ng to secure a relatively small number of scholarships.

How do grades\, social media presence and other elements factor into the recruiti ng process? What can you do to improve your odds? This ever popular \; Teen Connection \;session will provide attendees valuable inf ormation for athletes hoping to play at the next level. \;

Add itional topics slated for the fall semester include \;Simple Strat egies to Improve your Writing Skills \;and \;How to Choos e a College Major. \;

teen Connection \;is d esigned to help teenagers learn job skills\, college prep\, social media\, interview skills\, and ACT prep among others. The classes are instructed by educators\, government officials\, and business leaders in the communit y. \;

Teen Connection \;is presented by the City of Lake Charles and is sponsored by Lake City Trucking\, Porche Plumbing a nd Piping\, Pat Williams Construction\, Wendell White\, Inc.\, Pedersen Au to Title Co.\, GMFS Lending\, Hawkins Legal (Attorney Tara Hawkins)\, Cita del Completions\, Taco Bell\, Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd\, Pope yes\, Leonard&rsquo\;s Food Quarters\, Mr. Gatti&rsquo\;s\, Outback Steakh ouse and Paul&rsquo\;s Ribshack.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Cpl Donald Ray Stevens Community Center UID:20191112T1637410Z-583899-982@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191202T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191202T213000 SUMMARY:Shane+Shane with Phil Wickham Christmas Tour 2019 DESCRIPTION:he Lutcher Theater welcomes\, Shane+Shane with Phil Wickham Chr istmas Tour 2019\, Monday\, December 2\, 2019 at 7:30pm. Christian duo\, Shane+Shane and Contemporary Christian artist\, Phil Wickham present thei r annual Christmas Tour 2019 featuring a fun\, family-friendly evening fil led with holiday songs and original worship music. Three time Dove Award w inners\, Shane and Shane are a Texas-based worship duo who joined forces w hile attending A&M University. Leading worship since the age of 13\, Phil Wickham has released 6 albums featuring hit songs\, “Cannons\,” “Divine Ro mance\,” “Heaven Fall Down\,” and “At Your Name.” Tickets start at $25 and are on sale now at www.lutcher.org. Discounts for groups of 10 or more ar e available via the Lutcher Box Office at (409) 886-5535. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
he Lutcher Theater welcomes\ , \;Shane+Shane with Phil Wickham Christmas Tour 2019\, Monday\, Decem ber 2\, 2019 at 7:30pm.

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Christian duo\, \;Shane+Shane \;and Contemporary Christian artist\, \;Phil Wickham \;present their annual \;Christmas To ur 2019 \;featuring a fun\, family-friendly evening filled with holida y songs and original worship music. Three time Dove Award winners\, Shane and Shane are a Texas-based worship duo who joined forces while attending A&\;M University. Leading worship since the age of 13\, Phil Wickham ha s released 6 albums featuring hit songs\, &ldquo\;Cannons\,&rdquo\; &ldquo \;Divine Romance\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;Heaven Fall Down\,&rdquo\; and &ldquo\; At Your Name.&rdquo\; \;Tickets start at $25 and are on sale now at&nb sp\;www.lu tcher.org. \;Discounts for groups of 10 or more are available via the Lutcher Box Office at (409) 886-5535.

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CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lutcher Theater UID:20191203T1510110Z-583899-984@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210622T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210622T120000 SUMMARY:SBDC: Starting & Financing Your Business Idea DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20210615T1522140Z-583899-1185@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210621T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210621T103000 SUMMARY:SBDC: Resilient Restaurant Series DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20210615T1520230Z-583899-1184@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181201 SUMMARY:December: Healthy Size wants to help you make up your mind! DESCRIPTION:Healthy Lifestyles can help you incorporate nutrician guidance with your goals for the new year. Call them to help you strategize\, form a plan and put it into action for a healthier and happier 2019. They are l ocated in Jennings at 1307 N. Cutting Ave. You can call that location at ( 337) 824-5200. They are also located in Lake Charles at 4080 Nelson Road\, Suite 200. You can call that location at (337) 429-5060. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Healthy Lifestyles can help you incorporate nutrician guidance with your goals for the new year. Call them to help yo u strategize\, form a plan and put it into action for a healthier and happ ier 2019.

They are located in Jennings at 1307 N. Cutting Ave. You can call that location at (337) 824-5200.

They are also located i n Lake Charles at 4080 Nelson Road\, Suite 200. You can call that location at (337) 429-5060.
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:Healthy Size UID:20181205T1428200Z-583899-449@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191120T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191120T120000 SUMMARY: How to Access Resources Workshop DESCRIPTION:How to Access Resources Workshop - A Free Workshop for Parents and Caregivers of Individuals with Disabilities & their Family Members - P rofessionals are welcome too! Please join to learn how to access a variety of resources and services offered by different agencies for individuals w ith disabilities and their family members on Wednesday\, November 20\, 201 9 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Families Helping Families of SWLA\, 2927 Ho dges Street\, Lake Charles\, LA 70601. Click on the link below to regist er or RSVP! Get more information Register Now! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html: CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Families Helping Families UID:20191114T1650110Z-583899-986@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190101 SUMMARY:Mardi Gras Shoebox Float Contest DESCRIPTION:The Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention & Visitors Bure au is inviting the community to bedazzle their shoeboxes to usher in the M ardi Gras season. Shoebox floats represent a seasonal piece of Louisiana\ , and every family member can join in the creative fun and submit an entry into the Mardi Gras Shoebox Float Contest. Simply decorate a traditional cardboard shoebox with items such as glitter\, glue\, feathers\, beads\, s equins and more. There are school group divisions as well as divisions fo r amateurs ranging from child to adult\, with an additional category for b usinesses\, adult civic groups and organizations. The deadline for registe ring is Friday\, Jan. 11. Floats will be received at the bureau’s Welcome Center\, 1205 N. Lakeshore Drive in Lake Charles on Friday\, Feb. 1\, from 3-4:30 p.m. Judging will take place on Saturday\, Feb. 2\, with the award s ceremony at noon. Shoebox floats will remain on display at the bureau t hrough Wednesday\, March 6\, and the People’s Choice Award will also be pr esented on Wednesday\, March 6\, at 10 a.m. For a list of prizes\, registr ation form and more details on the contest\, visit www.visitlakecharles.or g/shoebox or contact Cindy Johnson with the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisia na Convention & Visitors Bureau at 337-502-4351 orcjohnson@visitlakecharle s.org. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Conven tion &\; Visitors Bureau is inviting the community to bedazzle their sh oeboxes to usher in the Mardi Gras season. \; Shoebox floats represent a seasonal piece of Louisiana\, and every family member can join in the c reative fun and submit an entry into the Mardi Gras Shoebox Float Contest.
Simply decorate a traditional cardboard shoebox with items such a s glitter\, glue\, feathers\, beads\, sequins and more. \; There are s chool group divisions as well as divisions for amateurs ranging from child to adult\, with an additional category for businesses\, adult civic group s and organizations.
The deadline for registering is Friday\, Jan. 11. Floats will be received at the bureau&rsquo\;s Welcome Center\, 1205 N. Lakeshore Drive in Lake Charles on Friday\, Feb. 1\, from 3-4:30 p.m. J udging will take place on Saturday\, Feb. 2\, with the awards ceremony at noon. \;
Shoebox floats will remain on display at the bureau t hrough Wednesday\, March 6\, and the People&rsquo\;s Choice Award will als o be presented on Wednesday\, March 6\, at 10 a.m.
For a list of p rizes\, registration form and more details on the contest\, visit \;www.visitlakecharles.org/shoebox \;or contact Cindy Johnson with the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention &\; Visitors Burea u at 337-502-4351 orcjohnso n@visitlakecharles.org.
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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Southwest Louisiana Convention & Visitors Center UID:20181207T2046110Z-583899-452@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210714T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210714T110000 SUMMARY:What Happens When Parents & Schools Disagree? DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20210712T1437140Z-583899-1188@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190102T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190102T130000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Wooden Snowman & Frozen DESCRIPTION:Join us in the ArtSpace to paint a wooden stand up snowman at 1 1 a.m. or 12 p.m. The workshops are limited to 20 children age 4 and up. S tick around to watch the movie “Frozen” at 1:30 p.m. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us in the ArtSpace to paint a wooden s tand up snowman at 11 a.m. or 12 p.m. The workshops are limited to 20 chil dren age 4 and up. Stick around to watch the movie &ldquo\;Frozen&rdquo\; at 1:30 p.m.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20191203T1504400Z-583899-1005@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190103T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190103T123000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Wooden Snowflakes DESCRIPTION:Decorate a wooden snowflake in the Artspace from 10:30 a.m.-12: 30 p.m.   X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Decorate a wooden snowflake in the Artspace from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. \; \;
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CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20191203T1505180Z-583899-1006@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191205T030000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191205T060000 SUMMARY:Frances Fitz-Gerald: Holiday Party DESCRIPTION:Join Frances Fitz-Gerald for an evening of fun with Live music featuring Chris Shearman\, Door Prizes\, Champagne & Hors D'oeuvres this T hursday\, December 5th from 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Joi n Frances Fitz-Gerald \;for an evening of fun with Live music \;fe aturing Chris Shearman\,
Door Prizes\, Champagne &\; \;Hors D' oeuvres this Thursday\, December 5th \;from 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm.< /strong>
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Frances Fitz-Gerald UID:20191203T1509570Z-583899-1007@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191214T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191214T160000 SUMMARY:Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer at the Lutcher DESCRIPTION:Following four successful years of touring and more than 350 pe rformances\, the “most famous reindeer of all” from the longest running an d highest rated holiday television special will fly into Orange\, Texas at Lutcher Theater on Saturday\, December 14\, 2019 7:30pm LIVE on stage wit h the critically acclaimed Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical (ww w.rudolphthemusical.com). The world’s most famous reindeer and a holly j olly cast of iconic characters including Hermey the Elf\, Yukon Cornelius and the Abominable Snow Monster will help Santa save Christmas. Tickets st art at $35 and are available by calling the Box Office at (409) 886-5535 o r visiting lutcher.org. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Following four successful years of tourin g and more than 350 performances\, the &ldquo\;most famous reindeer of all &rdquo\; from the longest running and highest rated holiday television spe cial will fly into Orange\, Texas at Lutcher Theater on Saturday\, Decembe r 14\, 2019 7:30pm LIVE on stage with the critically acclaimed \;Rudol ph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical \;(www.rudolphthemusical.com< /a>).

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The world&rsquo\;s most famous reind eer and a holly jolly cast of iconic characters including Hermey the Elf\, Yukon Cornelius and the Abominable Snow Monster will help Santa save Chri stmas. Tickets start at $35 and are available by calling the Box Office at (409) 886-5535 or visiting \;lutcher.org.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20191203T1509190Z-583899-1008@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191206T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191206T200000 SUMMARY:Christmas at the Courthouse DESCRIPTION:The Calcasieu Parish Police Jury is decking the halls in prepar ation for the “Christmas at the Courthouse” celebration\, which will take place 3-8 p.m. Friday\, Dec. 6\, at the Calcasieu Courthouse\, 1001 Ryan S t.\, Lake Charles. The celebration began in 2015 to honor late Police Jur or James Mayo\, who had a goal to light up the Historic Courthouse for the holidays. Santa and Mrs. Claus\, the Grinch\, Rudolph\, Frosty\, Elf on the Shelf – and a handful of other holiday characters - will be on site to spread Christmas cheer and to pose for photos with residents of all ages. “Christmas at the Courthouse is a wonderful family event. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be there for pictures\, along with many other fun Christmas ch aracters\,” said Shelly Mayo\, Police Jury President. “Come out and enjoy the fun\, refreshments and the free movies.” The F.K. White Jazz Band the Maplewood Elementary chorus will perform Christmas favorites. At 5:30 p. m.\, Police Jurors will flip on the lights. After the lights go on\, plan to stick around to watch a couple of classic Christmas favorites – “Rudol ph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (1964)” and “The Smurfs: A Christmas Carol” on t he big screen. Free popcorn\, cotton candy\, soft drinks and hot chocolat e will served at the event. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Calcasieu Parish Police Jury is decking the halls in preparation for the &ldquo\;Christmas at the Courthouse&rdqu o\; celebration\, which will take place 3-8 p.m. Friday\, Dec. 6\, at the Calcasieu Courthouse\, 1001 Ryan St.\, Lake Charles. \;

The ce lebration began in 2015 to honor late Police Juror James Mayo\, who had a goal to light up the Historic Courthouse for the holidays. \;

Santa and Mrs. Claus\, the Grinch\, Rudolph\, Frosty\, Elf on the Shelf &n dash\; and a handful of other holiday characters - will be on site to spre ad Christmas cheer and to pose for photos with residents of all ages. \;

&ldquo\;Christmas at the Courthouse is a wonderful family event . Santa and Mrs. Claus will be there for pictures\, along with many other fun Christmas characters\,&rdquo\; said Shelly Mayo\, Police Jury Presiden t. \;&ldquo\;Come out and enjoy the fun\, refreshments and the free mo vies.&rdquo\; \;

The F.K. White Jazz Band the Maplewood Elemen tary chorus will perform Christmas favorites. \;At 5:30 p.m.\, Police Jurors will flip on the lights. \;

After the lights go on\, p lan to stick around to watch a couple of classic Christmas favorites &ndas h\; &ldquo\;Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (1964)&rdquo\; and &ldquo\;The Smurfs: A Christmas Carol&rdquo\; on the big screen. \;

Free p opcorn\, cotton candy\, soft drinks and hot chocolate will served at the e vent.

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CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Calcasieu Courthouse UID:20191204T2044520Z-583899-1011@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210722T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210722T170000 SUMMARY:Basic Business Bookkeeping DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities UID:20210715T1858550Z-583899-1189@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210728T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210728T133000 SUMMARY:Customer Service 101 DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20210715T1859430Z-583899-1190@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210720T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210720T190000 SUMMARY:Early Steps: See Through Their Eyes DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Health & Hospitals LOCATION:Online UID:20210719T1802320Z-583899-1191@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210722T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210722T153000 SUMMARY:Give Your Child A Head Start DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Health & Hospitals LOCATION:Online UID:20210719T1803210Z-583899-1192@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190116T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190116T123000 SUMMARY:Brown Bag Lecture Series on The Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr. DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles’ Leadership Team for Community Diversi ty and Inclusion will host a “Brown Bag Lecture Series” at Carnegie Memori al Library on Wednesday\, January 16\, 2019 at 11:30 a.m. Participants are encouraged to bring their lunch. Beginning at noon\, Dr. Michael T. Snow den\, Chief Diversity Officer at McNeese State University will be the gues t speaker. The title of this presentation will be “The Legacy of Dr. Marti n Luther King\, Jr.” The free lecture will take place at Carnegie Memoria l Library\, located at 411 Pujo Street in downtown Lake Charles. All prosp ective participants are asked to register by contacting Dena Jourdan at de na.jourdan@cityoflc.us or 491-1465. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles&rsquo\; Leadership Team for Community Diversity and Inclusion will host a &ldquo\;Brown Bag Lecture Series&rdquo\; at Carnegie Memorial Library on Wednesday\, January 16\, 2019 at 11:30 a.m. Participants are encouraged to bring their lunch. \;

Beginning at noon\, Dr. Michael T. Snowden\, Chief Diversi ty Officer at McNeese State University will be the guest speaker. The titl e of this presentation will be &ldquo\;The Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther Kin g\, Jr.&rdquo\; \;

The free lecture will take place at Carnegi e Memorial Library\, located at 411 Pujo Street in downtown Lake Charles. All prospective participants are asked to register by contacting Dena Jour dan at \;dena.jourdan@cityof lc.us \;or 491-1465.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Carnegie Memorial Library UID:20190114T2133500Z-583899-484@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191221T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191221T170000 SUMMARY:Santa’s Workshop and Movies with the Mayor DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles’ Light up the Lake Christmas Festiviti es will continue on Saturday\, December 21\, with Santa’s Workshop and Mov ies with the Mayor scheduled to take place at the Lake Charles Civic Cente r (900 Lakeshore Dr.). Santa’s Workshop will be held from noon to 3 p.m. Children can enjoy a Handmade Christmas Card workshop\, activities\, train rides\, and photos with Santa in the Civic Center Coliseum. Admission is free. Following Santa’s Workshop\, “Movies with the Mayor” (featuring Mic key’s Christmas Carol) will take place in the Rosa Hart Theater beginning at 3:30 p.m. Admission is free and seating is limited and available on a f irst-come\, first-served basis. For more information\, contact the City o f Lake Charles at 337-491-1280 or visit www.cityoflakecharles.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles&rsquo\; Light up t he Lake Christmas Festivities will continue on Saturday\, December 21\, wi th \;Santa&rsquo\;s Workshop \;and \ ;Movies with the Mayor \;scheduled to take p lace at the Lake Charles Civic Center (900 Lakeshore Dr.). \;

Santa&rsquo\;s Workshop will be held from noon to 3 p.m. Children can enjo y a Handmade Christmas Card workshop\, activities\, train rides\, and phot os with Santa in the Civic Center Coliseum. Admission is free. \;

Following Santa&rsquo\;s Workshop\, &ldquo\;Movies with the Mayor&rdqu o\; (featuring \;Mickey&rsquo\;s Christmas Carol) will take p lace in the Rosa Hart Theater beginning at 3:30 p.m. Admission is free and seating is limited and available on a first-come\, first-served basis.&nb sp\;

For more information\, contact the City of Lake Charles at 33 7-491-1280 or visit \;www.cityoflakecharles.com. \; \; \; \;
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20191209T2028340Z-583899-1013@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210820T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210820T150000 SUMMARY:Hit Me With Your Best Shot! DESCRIPTION:Gallery by the Lake will host an opening reception and awards p resentation for the Hit Me With Your Best Shot! contestant winners Friday\ , August 20\, 2021 at 2 p.m. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Gallery by the Lake will host an ope ning reception and awards presentation for the \;Hit Me With Your Best Shot! \;contestant winners Friday\, August 20\, 2021 at 2 p.m.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center UID:20210727T2054370Z-583899-1198@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210727 SUMMARY:A New Moon Rises DESCRIPTION:A New Moon Rises features 51 large-scale and highly detailed ph otographs of the moon taken by the LROC between 2009 and 2015. The exhibit ion was organized by the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Serv ice (SITES). On view through Sept. 4 in the first floor gallery. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

A New Moon Rises

features 5 1 large-scale and highly detailed photographs of the moon taken by the LRO C between 2009 and 2015. The exhibition was organized by the Smithsonian I nstitution Traveling Exhibition Service (SITES).

On view through S ept. 4 in the first floor gallery.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center UID:20210727T2053440Z-583899-1197@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210813 SUMMARY:Melanin in the Canvas DESCRIPTION:Black Heritage Gallery presents Melanin in the Canvas\, art by Lloyd G. Wade Aug. 13 - Sept. 24 Second Floor Gallery X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Black Heritage Gall ery presents \;Melanin in the Canvas\, \;art by Lloyd G. Wade \;Aug. 13 - Sept. 24

Second Floor Gallery
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center UID:20210727T2055260Z-583899-1199@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200104T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200104T110000 SUMMARY:First Nature in Focus Bird Walk of 2020 DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles and Sasol are teaming up on Saturday\, Jan.4\, to present the first Nature in Focus Guided Bird Walk of the New Year. Titled New Year\, New Birds\, this free walk will take place from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Riverside Park (1701 Fitzenreiter Road). This session will focus on introducing new birders and the public to the unique birdlif e of Riverside Park. It’s an ideal event for anyone interested in the natu ral world seeking to learn a little more about area birds. The event is f ree\, but pre-registration is requested through Eventbrite\, the Nature in Focus Facebook page or by emailing Irvin Louque at irvin.louque@cityoflc. us. Bird watchers are known for keeping lists of the birds they observe\, and the Nature in Focus walks are no exception. In 2019\, the Nature in F ocus bird walks at Riverside and Tuten parks recorded a total of 89 specie s of birds. Many of those were the expected species for the given time of year\, but some highlights included Bald Eagle\, Crested Caracara\, Canada Goose\, Sandhill Crane\, and Blue-headed Vireo. “Our parks are a critical component of quality of life in the City of Lake Charles\,” said Mayor Ni c Hunter. “Programs like these are a small part of a larger effort we are making across the city through our Partners in Parks initiative to expand opportunities for citizens of all ages to make their way outside and explo re science and nature in their own backyard.” In July of 2018 the City of Lake Charles launched its citywide Partners in Parks initiative aimed at i nvesting private and public dollars to improve park infrastructure and exp and programming. Individuals interested in investing in city parks may do so online by visiting www.foundationswla.org. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles and Sasol are team ing up on Saturday\, Jan.4\, to present the first Nature in Focus Guided B ird Walk of the New Year. Titled \;New Year\, New Birds\, thi s free walk will take place from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Riverside Park (1701 Fitzenreiter Road). \;

This session will focus on introducing new birders and the public to the unique birdlife of Riverside Park. It&r squo\;s an ideal event for anyone interested in the natural world seeking to learn a little more about area birds. \;

The event is free\ , but pre-registration is requested through Eventbrite\, the Nature in Foc us Facebook page or by emailing Irvin Louque at \;irvin.louque@cityoflc.us. \;

Bird wa tchers are known for keeping lists of the birds they observe\, and the Nat ure in Focus walks are no exception. In 2019\, the Nature in Focus bird wa lks at Riverside and Tuten parks recorded a total of 89 species of birds. Many of those were the expected species for the given time of year\, but s ome highlights included Bald Eagle\, Crested Caracara\, Canada Goose\, San dhill Crane\, and Blue-headed Vireo.

&ldquo\;Our parks are a criti cal component of quality of life in the City of Lake Charles\,&rdquo\; sai d Mayor Nic Hunter. &ldquo\;Programs like these are a small part of a larg er effort we are making across the city through our Partners in Parks init iative to expand opportunities for citizens of all ages to make their way outside and explore science and nature in their own backyard.&rdquo\;

In July of 2018 the City of Lake Charles launched its citywide Partner s in Parks initiative aimed at investing private and public dollars to imp rove park infrastructure and expand programming. \;

Individual s interested in investing in city parks may do so online by visiting \ ;www.fou ndationswla.org.
CATEGORIES:Outdoors LOCATION:Riverside Park UID:20200103T1451530Z-583899-1032@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210804T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210804T170000 SUMMARY:Get Your Local Business on Google Search & Maps DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20210730T1429430Z-583899-1200@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210824T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210824T120000 SUMMARY:Starting & Financing Your Business Idea: Using Sasol's Small Busine ss Resource Guide DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20210730T1444280Z-583899-1203@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210831T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210831T180000 SUMMARY:Disaster Preparedness: Is Your Business Ready? DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20210730T1445390Z-583899-1204@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190119T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190119T120000 SUMMARY:Arbor Day at Tuten Park DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles is planning an Arbor Day event at Tute n Park that will feature local environmental and nature-focused organizati ons as well as free trees for guests to take home. The annual event will t ake place from 9 am – noon on Saturday\, January 19. The park will give n ative seedlings — river birches\, red maples\, wax myrtles\, and mayhaw — on a first-come\, first-served basis. The Coastal Plain Conservancy is don ating the trees. Local conservation organizations\, garden clubs\, and are a student organizations will be among those with booths at the event. The public is encouraged to attend this free event\, learn about conservation efforts happening across Southwest Louisiana\, and plant a free tree at h ome. Arbor Day was founded in 1872 to celebrate planting trees and the ec osystem services that trees provide to communities. Trees reduce the energ y needed to cool homes in the summer\, increase the value of homes\, reduc e the impact of storm water\, and provide habitat for wildlife. Tuten Par k was donated to the city to be a bird\, native flower and tree sanctuary for the enjoyment and education of area youth. For more information about the park\, visit www.cityoflakecharles.com/tutenpark. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles is planning an Arb or Day event at Tuten Park that will feature local environmental and natur e-focused organizations as well as free trees for guests to take home. The annual event will take place from 9 am &ndash\; noon on Saturday\, Januar y 19. \;

The park will give native seedlings &mdash\; river bi rches\, red maples\, wax myrtles\, and mayhaw &mdash\; on a first-come\, f irst-served basis. The Coastal Plain Conservancy is donating the trees. Lo cal conservation organizations\, garden clubs\, and area student organizat ions will be among those with booths at the event. \;

The publ ic is encouraged to attend this free event\, learn about conservation effo rts happening across Southwest Louisiana\, and plant a free tree at home.& nbsp\;

Arbor Day was founded in 1872 to celebrate planting trees a nd the ecosystem services that trees provide to communities. Trees reduce the energy needed to cool homes in the summer\, increase the value of home s\, reduce the impact of storm water\, and provide habitat for wildlife.&n bsp\;

Tuten Park was donated to the city to be a bird\, native flo wer and tree sanctuary for the enjoyment and education of area youth. For more information about the park\, visit \;www.cityoflake charles.com/tutenpark.

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CATEGORIES:Outdoors LOCATION:Tuten Park UID:20190116T1936400Z-583899-485@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191214T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191214T150000 SUMMARY:Dreaming of a Green Christmas DESCRIPTION:Everyone is invited to experience the magic of Christmas on Sat urday\, December 14\, 2019 for Dreaming of a Green Christmas at Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center! Dreaming of a Green Christmas is a d aylong family event to celebrate the holiday season. Activities begin at 1 0:00 a.m. with Santa Claus who will be available to take requests and phot os. Throughout the day\, families can enjoy a hands-on experience of mak ing a Christmas ornament for their Christmas tree using natural materials. Adults can participate in a wreath making workshop\, where they will make -and-take a holiday festive wreath. Please RSVP for the wreath making work shop with your materials fee at shangrilagardens.org. While strolling th rough the gardens\, be sure to visit the Children’s Garden which becomes “ Candyland” with a bright\, colorful gingerbread house. And\, don’t forget to strolls through our gardens to see the beautifully community-decorated Christmas trees. Bring the whole family\, and enjoy a Christmas experience for visitors of all ages! Visit with Santa Claus 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. in the Display Greenhouse See Santa Claus before he gets busy organizin g elves\, checking the “list”\, and making Christmas toys! Create a Chri stmas Ornament using natural materials 10:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. in the Natur e Discovery Center Lab The whole family can work together to make an orn ament using natural materials. Take home your unique creation to display o n your Christmas tree! Christmas Strolls will usher in the Christmas Sea son with colorful displays throughout the garden during the evenings of De cember 7\, December 11-14\, and December 18-21\, 2019 from 6:00 p.m. throu gh 9:00 p.m. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Everyone is invited to experience the mag ic of Christmas on Saturday\, December 14\, 2019 for Dreaming of a Green C hristmas at Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center! Dreaming of a Green Christmas is a daylong family event to celebrate the holiday season. Activities begin at 10:00 a.m. with Santa Claus who will be available to take requests and photos.

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Throughout the d ay\, families can enjoy a hands-on experience of making a Christmas orname nt for their Christmas tree using natural materials. Adults can participat e in a wreath making workshop\, where they will make-and-take a holiday fe stive wreath. Please RSVP for the wreath making workshop with your materia ls fee at \;shangrilagardens.org.

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While strolling through the gardens\, be sure to visit the Children&rsquo \;s Garden which becomes &ldquo\;Candyland&rdquo\; with a bright\, colorfu l gingerbread house. And\, don&rsquo\;t forget to strolls through our gard ens to see the beautifully community-decorated Christmas trees. Bring the whole family\, and enjoy a Christmas experience for visitors of all ages!< /div>
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Visit with Santa Claus

10:00 a .m. &ndash\; 2:00 p.m. in the Display Greenhouse

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See Santa Claus before he gets busy organizing elves\, checking the &ldquo\;list&rdquo\;\, and making Christmas toys!

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Create a Christmas Ornament using natural materials

1 0:30 a.m. &ndash\; 3:00 p.m. in the Nature Discovery Center Lab
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The whole family can work together to make an orname nt using natural materials. Take home your unique creation to display on y our Christmas tree!

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Christmas Strolls will usher in the Christmas Season with colorful displays throughout the garde n during the evenings of December 7\, December 11-14\, and December 18-21\ , 2019 from 6:00 p.m. through 9:00 p.m.
CATEGORIES:Outdoors LOCATION:Shangri La Gardens UID:20191125T1606140Z-583899-990@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191130T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191130T210000 SUMMARY:Big Band Concert DESCRIPTION:The Lake Charles Little Theater presents Rory Partin's BIG BAND CONCERT...Enhance your Holiday Season with a Big Band Concert. Enjoy an e vening of Big Band hits and holiday classics from this talented group of p erformers sure to keep your feet tapping and your spirits bright! Tickets available on the link below\; at Swicegood Music on Prien Lake Road\; or a t LCLT boxoffice 433-7988. Tickets will also be available at the door begi nning at 6:00 pm Group rates ($10) for seven or more!!! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Lake Charles Little Theater presents Ro ry Partin's BIG BAND CONCERT...Enhance your Holiday Season with a Big Band Concert. Enjoy an evening of Big Band hits and holiday classics from this talented group of performers sure to keep your feet tapping and your spir its bright!

Tickets available on the link below\; at Swicegood Music on Prien Lake Road\; or at LCLT boxoffice 433-7988. Tickets will also be avai lable at the door beginning at 6:00 pm

Group rates ($10) for se ven or more!!!
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Rosa Hart Theater UID:20191112T1639270Z-583899-983@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210510T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210510T170000 SUMMARY:SOWELA: Introduction to Construction Training DESCRIPTION:www.sowela.edu//construction X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
www.sowela.edu//construction CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:SOWELA Community Technical College UID:20210420T1816090Z-583899-1163@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191029T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191029T213000 SUMMARY:JERSEY BOYS at Lutcher Theater for 1 Night ONLY! DESCRIPTION:Tickets are on sale for the Lutcher Theater’s engagement of the Tony\, Grammy and Olivier Award-winning hit musical JERSEY BOYS\, the sto ry of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons\, playing at the Lutcher Theater\ , Tuesday\, October 29\, 2019 7:30 pm. Tickets for JERSEY BOYS begin at $65 and are available at www.lutcher.org. Performance schedule\, prices an d cast are subject to change without notice. For more information\, please visit www.JerseyBoysTour.com or www.lutcher.org. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Tickets are on sale for t he Lutcher Theater&rsquo\;s engagement of the Tony\, Grammy and Olivier Aw ard-winning hit musical \;JERSEY BOYS\, \;the story of \;Frank ie \;Valli and \;The Four Seasons\, playing at the Lutcher Theater \, Tuesday\, October 29\, 2019 7:30 pm.

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Tickets for \;JERSEY BOYS \;begin at $65 and are available at \;www.lutcher.org. \;Performance schedule\, prices and c ast are subject to change without notice. For more information\, please vi sit \; www.JerseyBoysTour.com \;or \;www.lutcher.org.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lutcher Theater UID:20191018T1833440Z-583899-954@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190426T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190426T210000 SUMMARY:THREE NEW ART EXHIBITS TO OPEN AT HISTORIC CITY HALL ARTS DESCRIPTION:April 26th - June 30th . 5:00pm - 9:00pm daily The City of L ake Charles will host opening receptions for three new exhibits during Spr ing Art Walk at Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center on Friday\, Apri l 26 from 5 to 9 p.m.F.G. Bulber Youth Orchestra will perform throughout t he evening in the third floor gallery. The event will be open to the publi c with free admission\, and refreshments will be served. Louisiana Proud: The Cajun Experience is a tribute to old-time craftsmen and artists showca sing master artist Darrell Chitty’s deep respect for the vanishing Acadian culture. This is an artist who sees not just the surface\, but down to th e soul of such beloved characters as woodworkers and musicians\, spinners and teachers\, blacksmiths and gardeners\, and others so necessary in earl y-day life. Testing paint samples from these canvases might indicate a c ontemporary provenance\, but the sensibility and soul in each could just a s well date them back to Renaissance painters. Raised in Houma\, Chitty th roughout his life has been an accomplished musician\, boat builder\, world traveler\, and scholar\, besides having been twice named Louisiana’s Phot ographer of the Year. He will be present at the opening reception to speak with attendees. His works on display are tributes to a subject dear to his heart\, the authentic Cajun experience. The exhibition will hang in th e second floor gallery until June 30. Also opening at Spring Art Walk on April 26 will be a multi-media collection by the Artisans Gallery. The gr oup is comprised of more than 20 well-known local artists offering an arra y of ceramics\, sculptures\, jewelry\, paintings and much more. Many works will be available for purchase. The exhibition will run through June 8. A photography exhibit entitled PhoteauxBien by Jeanie Rhea\, a DeRidder n ative\, will also open on April 26. From Louisiana swamp scenes to magnifi cent plantations\, from quiet sunsets to shrimp boats working the waters\, from birds on the wing to local festival scenes\; this exhibit showcases a Bayou State that is a rich paradise for photographers. Many works will b e available for purchase. The exhibition will be on view until June 30. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
April 26th - June 30th . 5:00pm - 9 :00pm daily \;

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The City of Lake Charl es will host opening receptions for three new exhibits during Spring Art W alk at Historic City Hall Arts &\; Cultural Center on Friday\, April 26 from 5 to 9 p.m.F.G. Bulber Youth Orchestra will perform throughout the e vening in the third floor gallery. \;The event will be open to the pub lic with free admission\, and refreshments will be served.

Lou isiana Proud: The Cajun Experience \;is a \;tribute to old-ti me craftsmen and artists showcasing master artist Darrell Chitty&rsquo\;s deep respect for the vanishing Acadian culture. This is an artist who sees not just the surface\, but down to the soul of such beloved characters as woodworkers and musicians\, spinners and teachers\, blacksmiths and garde ners\, and others so necessary in early-day life.

\;

Testing paint samples from these canvases might indicate a contemporary pr ovenance\, but the sensibility and soul in each could just as well date th em back to Renaissance painters. Raised in Houma\, Chitty throughout his l ife has been an accomplished musician\, boat builder\, world traveler\, an d scholar\, besides having been twice named Louisiana&rsquo\;s Photographe r of the Year. He will be present at the opening reception to speak with a ttendees.

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His works on display are tributes to a s ubject dear to his heart\, the authentic Cajun experience. The exhibition will hang in the second floor gallery until June 30.

\;

Also opening at Spring Art Walk on April 26 will be \;a multi-media collection by the Artisans Gallery. The group is comprised of more than 2 0 well-known local artists offering an array of ceramics\, sculptures\, je welry\, paintings and much more. Many works will be available for purchase . The exhibition will run through June 8.

\;

A photog raphy exhibit entitled \;PhoteauxBien \;by Jeanie Rhea\, a DeRidder native\, will also open on April 26. From Louisiana swamp scene s to magnificent plantations\, from quiet sunsets to shrimp boats working the waters\, from birds on the wing to local festival scenes\; this exhibi t showcases a Bayou State that is a rich paradise for photographers. Many works will be available for purchase. The exhibition will be on view until June 30.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190410T1423180Z-583899-646@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190413T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190413T223000 SUMMARY:Bye Bye Birdie @ Lake Charles Little Theatre DESCRIPTION:Apr 13\, 2019 - Apr 28\, 2019 Lake Charles Little Theatre\, L ake Charles\, LA Conrad Birdie has been drafted to the army. As a farewe ll\, the rock and roll star is scheduled to sing Albert Peterson's 'One La st Kiss' and kiss a girl from Sweet Apple\, Ohio live on the Ed Sullivan S how. However\, Conrad's hip-thrusting makes more than one man in town unco mfortable\, many of whom attempt to stop the show from happening. Meanwhil e\, Rosie wonders if Alfred\, for whom she does everything\, will ever lea ve his mother's shadow. THERE IS NO PERFORMANCE ON FRIDAY\, APRIL 12... X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Apr 13\, 2019 - Apr 28\, 2019

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Lake Charles Little Theatre\, Lake Charles\, LA

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Conrad Birdie has been drafted to the army. As a farewell\, the roc k and roll star is scheduled to sing Albert Peterson's 'One Last Kiss' and kiss a girl from Sweet Apple\, Ohio live on the Ed Sullivan Show. However \, Conrad's hip-thrusting makes more than one man in town uncomfortable\, many of whom attempt to stop the show from happening. Meanwhile\, Rosie wo nders if Alfred\, for whom she does everything\, will ever leave his mothe r's shadow.

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THERE IS NO PERFORMANCE ON FRIDAY\, APRIL 12...

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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:https://tickets.vendini.com/ticket-software.html?t=tix&e=40e301a6a b10cb38b371e6ea7b03e04b&linkNum=1&campaignID=320531&pa UID:20190410T1427330Z-583899-647@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191205T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191205T193000 SUMMARY:Food Trucks Invade Blitzen DESCRIPTION:Oak Crossing has a “pop up” Christmas venue called Blitzen. Th e venue will be here until the new year. It is the first ever (in Lake Ch arles) immersive pop-up venue which will feature wall-to-wall Christmas de cor. It is the perfect space for private or corporate holiday parties. Wi th kitschy holiday decor\, professionally-developed cocktails and the nost algic energy of the best Christmas party\, Blitzen is sure to get even the grouchiest grinch in the holiday spirit. In addition to availability fo r private rentals\, Blitzen will also be the home to 3 special events duri ng December. Thursday\, December 5th at 5:30 pm - Food Trucks invade Bli tzen The public will be able to purchase food from one of the food trucks on site and go inside to each in a festive atmosphere. In addition\, Caj un Cafe will be hosting a cash bar in the venue. Thursday\, December 12t h - 7pm til 11pm - Blitzen Ball Dress in your holiday attire and bring a date or bring your friends to enjoy “Dueling Pianos” with Ben McGehee and Julie Williams. Cajun Cafe will provide hors d’oeuvres and holiday themed cocktails. Tickets for this event can be purchased on Eventbrite.com for $75 each benefiting Children’s Miracle Network. Sunday\, December 15th - 12 Noon til 3pm - Brunchin at the Blitzen Fill yourself with the warmth of the holiday spirit and the delicious holiday themed menu served by Caju n Cafe. The perfect event for the entire family to enjoy……….and share it all with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Tickets for this event can be purchased on Eventbrite.com benefiting Children’s Miracle Network. For more BLITZEN information\, please call or email events@oakcrossing.net. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Oak Crossi ng has a &ldquo\;pop up&rdquo\; Christmas venue called \;Blitzen. \;The venue will b e here until the new year. \;It is the first ever (in Lake Charles) i mmersive pop-up venue which will feature wall-to-wall Christmas decor. &nb sp\;It is the perfect space for private or corporate holiday parties. With kitschy holiday decor\, professionally-developed cocktails and the nostal gic energy of the best Christmas party\, \;Blitzen \;is sure to get even the grouchie st grinch in the holiday spirit.

\;

In additi on to availability for private rentals\, \;Blitzen \;will also be the home to 3 speci al events during December.

\;

Thursda y\, December 5th at 5:30 pm \;- \;Food Trucks invade Blitzen \;
< div>The public will be able to purchase food from one of the food trucks o n site and go inside to each in a festive atmosphere. \;In addition\, Cajun Cafe will be hosting a cash bar in the venue.

\;
Thursday\, December 12th - 7pm til 11pm - \;Blitzen Ball \;

Dress in your holiday attire and bring a date or bring your friends to enjoy &ldquo\;Dueling Pianos&rdquo\; with Ben McGehee and Juli e Williams. \;Cajun Cafe will provide hors d&rsquo\;oeuvres and holid ay themed cocktails. \;Tickets for this event can be purchased on&nbs p\;Eventbri te.com \;for $75 each benefiting Children&rsquo\;s Miracle Network .

\;

Sunday\, December 15th - 12 Noon til 3pm - \;Brunchin at the Blitzen

Fill yourself with the warmth o f the holiday spirit and the delicious holiday themed menu served by Cajun Cafe. \;The perfect event for the entire family to enjoy&hellip\;&he llip\;&hellip\;.and share it all with Santa and Mrs. Claus. \;Tickets for this event can be purchased on \;Eventbrite.com \;benefiting Childre n&rsquo\;s Miracle Network.

\;

For more \ ;BLITZEN \;info rmation\, please call or email \;events@oakcrossing.net.

CATEGORIES:Family Activity LOCATION:Oak Crossing UID:20191126T1713370Z-583899-994@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191205T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191205T193000 SUMMARY:Food Trucks Invade Blitzen DESCRIPTION:Oak Crossing has a “pop up” Christmas venue called Blitzen. Th e venue will be here until the new year. It is the first ever (in Lake Ch arles) immersive pop-up venue which will feature wall-to-wall Christmas de cor. It is the perfect space for private or corporate holiday parties. Wi th kitschy holiday decor\, professionally-developed cocktails and the nost algic energy of the best Christmas party\, Blitzen is sure to get even the grouchiest grinch in the holiday spirit. In addition to availability fo r private rentals\, Blitzen will also be the home to 3 special events duri ng December. Thursday\, December 5th at 5:30 pm - Food Trucks invade Bli tzen The public will be able to purchase food from one of the food trucks on site and go inside to each in a festive atmosphere. In addition\, Caj un Cafe will be hosting a cash bar in the venue. Thursday\, December 12t h - 7pm til 11pm - Blitzen Ball Dress in your holiday attire and bring a date or bring your friends to enjoy “Dueling Pianos” with Ben McGehee and Julie Williams. Cajun Cafe will provide hors d’oeuvres and holiday themed cocktails. Tickets for this event can be purchased on Eventbrite.com for $75 each benefiting Children’s Miracle Network. Sunday\, December 15th - 12 Noon til 3pm - Brunchin at the Blitzen Fill yourself with the warmth of the holiday spirit and the delicious holiday themed menu served by Caju n Cafe. The perfect event for the entire family to enjoy……….and share it all with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Tickets for this event can be purchased on Eventbrite.com benefiting Children’s Miracle Network. For more BLITZEN information\, please call or email events@oakcrossing.net. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Oak Crossi ng has a &ldquo\;pop up&rdquo\; Christmas venue called \;Blitzen. \;The venue will b e here until the new year. \;It is the first ever (in Lake Charles) i mmersive pop-up venue which will feature wall-to-wall Christmas decor. &nb sp\;It is the perfect space for private or corporate holiday parties. With kitschy holiday decor\, professionally-developed cocktails and the nostal gic energy of the best Christmas party\, \;Blitzen \;is sure to get even the grouchie st grinch in the holiday spirit.

\;

In additi on to availability for private rentals\, \;Blitzen \;will also be the home to 3 speci al events during December.

\;

Thursda y\, December 5th at 5:30 pm \;- \;Food Trucks invade Blitzen \;
< div>The public will be able to purchase food from one of the food trucks o n site and go inside to each in a festive atmosphere. \;In addition\, Cajun Cafe will be hosting a cash bar in the venue.

\;
Thursday\, December 12th - 7pm til 11pm - \;Blitzen Ball \;

Dress in your holiday attire and bring a date or bring your friends to enjoy &ldquo\;Dueling Pianos&rdquo\; with Ben McGehee and Juli e Williams. \;Cajun Cafe will provide hors d&rsquo\;oeuvres and holid ay themed cocktails. \;Tickets for this event can be purchased on&nbs p\;Eventbri te.com \;for $75 each benefiting Children&rsquo\;s Miracle Network .

\;

Sunday\, December 15th - 12 Noon til 3pm - \;Brunchin at the Blitzen

Fill yourself with the warmth o f the holiday spirit and the delicious holiday themed menu served by Cajun Cafe. \;The perfect event for the entire family to enjoy&hellip\;&he llip\;&hellip\;.and share it all with Santa and Mrs. Claus. \;Tickets for this event can be purchased on \;Eventbrite.com \;benefiting Childre n&rsquo\;s Miracle Network.

\;

For more \ ;BLITZEN \;info rmation\, please call or email \;events@oakcrossing.net.

CATEGORIES:Family Activity LOCATION:Oak Crossing UID:20191126T1713370Z-583899-994@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191215T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191215T150000 SUMMARY:Brunching at the Blitzen DESCRIPTION:Oak Crossing has a “pop up” Christmas venue called Blitzen. Th e venue will be here until the new year. It is the first ever (in Lake Ch arles) immersive pop-up venue which will feature wall-to-wall Christmas de cor. It is the perfect space for private or corporate holiday parties. Wi th kitschy holiday decor\, professionally-developed cocktails and the nost algic energy of the best Christmas party\, Blitzen is sure to get even the grouchiest grinch in the holiday spirit. In addition to availability fo r private rentals\, Blitzen will also be the home to 3 special events duri ng December. Thursday\, December 5th at 5:30 pm - Food Trucks invade Bli tzen The public will be able to purchase food from one of the food trucks on site and go inside to each in a festive atmosphere. In addition\, Caj un Cafe will be hosting a cash bar in the venue. Thursday\, December 12t h - 7pm til 11pm - Blitzen Ball Dress in your holiday attire and bring a date or bring your friends to enjoy “Dueling Pianos” with Ben McGehee and Julie Williams. Cajun Cafe will provide hors d’oeuvres and holiday themed cocktails. Tickets for this event can be purchased on Eventbrite.com for $75 each benefiting Children’s Miracle Network. Sunday\, December 15th - 12 Noon til 3pm - Brunchin at the Blitzen Fill yourself with the warmth of the holiday spirit and the delicious holiday themed menu served by Caju n Cafe. The perfect event for the entire family to enjoy……….and share it all with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Tickets for this event can be purchased on Eventbrite.com benefiting Children’s Miracle Network. For more BLITZEN information\, please call or email events@oakcrossing.net. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Oak Crossi ng has a &ldquo\;pop up&rdquo\; Christmas venue called \;Blitzen. \;The venue will b e here until the new year. \;It is the first ever (in Lake Charles) i mmersive pop-up venue which will feature wall-to-wall Christmas decor. &nb sp\;It is the perfect space for private or corporate holiday parties. With kitschy holiday decor\, professionally-developed cocktails and the nostal gic energy of the best Christmas party\, \;Blitzen \;is sure to get even the grouchie st grinch in the holiday spirit.

\;

In additi on to availability for private rentals\, \;Blitzen \;will also be the home to 3 speci al events during December.

\;

Thursda y\, December 5th at 5:30 pm \;- \;Food Trucks invade Blitzen \;
< div>The public will be able to purchase food from one of the food trucks o n site and go inside to each in a festive atmosphere. \;In addition\, Cajun Cafe will be hosting a cash bar in the venue.

\;
Thursday\, December 12th - 7pm til 11pm - \;Blitzen Ball \;

Dress in your holiday attire and bring a date or bring your friends to enjoy &ldquo\;Dueling Pianos&rdquo\; with Ben McGehee and Juli e Williams. \;Cajun Cafe will provide hors d&rsquo\;oeuvres and holid ay themed cocktails. \;Tickets for this event can be purchased on&nbs p\;Eventbri te.com \;for $75 each benefiting Children&rsquo\;s Miracle Network .

\;

Sunday\, December 15th - 12 Noon til 3pm - \;Brunchin at the Blitzen

Fill yourself with the warmth o f the holiday spirit and the delicious holiday themed menu served by Cajun Cafe. \;The perfect event for the entire family to enjoy&hellip\;&he llip\;&hellip\;.and share it all with Santa and Mrs. Claus. \;Tickets for this event can be purchased on \;Eventbrite.com \;benefiting Childre n&rsquo\;s Miracle Network.

\;

For more \ ;BLITZEN \;info rmation\, please call or email \;events@oakcrossing.net.

CATEGORIES:Family Activity LOCATION:Oak Crossing UID:20191126T1714120Z-583899-995@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191212T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191212T230000 SUMMARY:Blitzen Ball DESCRIPTION:Oak Crossing has a “pop up” Christmas venue called Blitzen. Th e venue will be here until the new year. It is the first ever (in Lake Ch arles) immersive pop-up venue which will feature wall-to-wall Christmas de cor. It is the perfect space for private or corporate holiday parties. Wi th kitschy holiday decor\, professionally-developed cocktails and the nost algic energy of the best Christmas party\, Blitzen is sure to get even the grouchiest grinch in the holiday spirit. In addition to availability fo r private rentals\, Blitzen will also be the home to 3 special events duri ng December. Thursday\, December 5th at 5:30 pm - Food Trucks invade Bli tzen The public will be able to purchase food from one of the food trucks on site and go inside to each in a festive atmosphere. In addition\, Caj un Cafe will be hosting a cash bar in the venue. Thursday\, December 12t h - 7pm til 11pm - Blitzen Ball Dress in your holiday attire and bring a date or bring your friends to enjoy “Dueling Pianos” with Ben McGehee and Julie Williams. Cajun Cafe will provide hors d’oeuvres and holiday themed cocktails. Tickets for this event can be purchased on Eventbrite.com for $75 each benefiting Children’s Miracle Network. Sunday\, December 15th - 12 Noon til 3pm - Brunchin at the Blitzen Fill yourself with the warmth of the holiday spirit and the delicious holiday themed menu served by Caju n Cafe. The perfect event for the entire family to enjoy……….and share it all with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Tickets for this event can be purchased on Eventbrite.com benefiting Children’s Miracle Network. For more BLITZEN information\, please call or email events@oakcrossing.net. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Oak Crossi ng has a &ldquo\;pop up&rdquo\; Christmas venue called \;Blitzen. \;The venue will b e here until the new year. \;It is the first ever (in Lake Charles) i mmersive pop-up venue which will feature wall-to-wall Christmas decor. &nb sp\;It is the perfect space for private or corporate holiday parties. With kitschy holiday decor\, professionally-developed cocktails and the nostal gic energy of the best Christmas party\, \;Blitzen \;is sure to get even the grouchie st grinch in the holiday spirit.

\;

In additi on to availability for private rentals\, \;Blitzen \;will also be the home to 3 speci al events during December.

\;

Thursda y\, December 5th at 5:30 pm \;- \;Food Trucks invade Blitzen \;
< div>The public will be able to purchase food from one of the food trucks o n site and go inside to each in a festive atmosphere. \;In addition\, Cajun Cafe will be hosting a cash bar in the venue.

\;
Thursday\, December 12th - 7pm til 11pm - \;Blitzen Ball \;

Dress in your holiday attire and bring a date or bring your friends to enjoy &ldquo\;Dueling Pianos&rdquo\; with Ben McGehee and Juli e Williams. \;Cajun Cafe will provide hors d&rsquo\;oeuvres and holid ay themed cocktails. \;Tickets for this event can be purchased on&nbs p\;Eventbri te.com \;for $75 each benefiting Children&rsquo\;s Miracle Network .

\;

Sunday\, December 15th - 12 Noon til 3pm - \;Brunchin at the Blitzen

Fill yourself with the warmth o f the holiday spirit and the delicious holiday themed menu served by Cajun Cafe. \;The perfect event for the entire family to enjoy&hellip\;&he llip\;&hellip\;.and share it all with Santa and Mrs. Claus. \;Tickets for this event can be purchased on \;Eventbrite.com \;benefiting Childre n&rsquo\;s Miracle Network.

\;

For more \ ;BLITZEN \;info rmation\, please call or email \;events@oakcrossing.net.

CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Oak Crossing UID:20191126T1715000Z-583899-996@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191115T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191115T220000 SUMMARY:Fete des Fromages DESCRIPTION:The 2nd annual Fête des Fromages will take place on Saturday\, Nov. 16th at the New Orleans Jazz Museum. Tickets for this the preliminary event: Fromage à Trois: Cheese\, Chefs & Cocktails (Friday\, Nov. 15) are available at fetedefromages.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The 2^nd \;annual \;< a href='https://www.facc-gc.com/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php?u =34&\;qid=693' target='_blank' data-saferedirecturl='https://www.google .com/url?q=https://www.facc-gc.com/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.ph p?u%3D34%26qid%3D693&\;source=gmail&\;ust=1573054723509000&\;usg= AFQjCNG_LWNljv8naXi7x5N1zbKIEL2tRQ'>Fê\;te des Fromages \;will take place on Saturday\, Nov. \;16^th \;at the Ne w Orleans Jazz Museum. Tickets for this the preliminary event: \;F romage à\; Trois: Cheese\, Chefs &\; Cocktails (Friday\, Nov . \;15) are available at fetedefro mages.com.
CATEGORIES:Family Activity LOCATION:The Cellar on Saint Louis UID:20191105T1546120Z-583899-977@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190219T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190219T213000 SUMMARY:Lutcher Theater: Steel Magnolias DESCRIPTION:The Lutcher Theater presents Robert Hardy's Steel Magnolias\, T uesday\, February 19\, 2019 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available from $40-$4 5 at lutcher.org or by calling the Lutcher Box Office at 409.886.5535. The play is a heartbreaking story of six strong women from a small town in th e deep bayou of Louisiana that learn together they are strong enough to en dure even the toughest struggles forging a lifelong bond. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Lutcher Theater presents Robert Hardy 's \;Steel Magnolias\, Tuesday\, February 19\, 2019 at 7:30 p.m. \ ;Tickets are available from $40-$45 at \;lutcher.org \;or by calling the Lutcher Box Office at 409 .886.5535. The play \;is a heartbreaking story of six strong women fro m a small town in the deep bayou of Louisiana that learn together they are strong enough to endure even the toughest struggles forging a lifelong bo nd.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lutcher Theater UID:20190201T1513560Z-583899-494@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190207T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190207T180000 SUMMARY:Teen Connection Seminar DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, February 7\, Julian Green\, Program Director at B BBS SWLA\, will teach teens that they are never too young to start an orga nization that addresses problems or fills a void in their community. He’ll also discuss steps to take to get a nonprofit organization started. This session will be held at the Cpl Donald Ray Stevens Center\, formerly Goosp ort Recreation\, located at 1619 Cessford St. Teen Connection is designed to help teenagers learn job skills\, college prep\, social media\, intervi ew skills\, and ACT prep among others. The classes are instructed by educa tors\, government officials\, and business leaders in the community. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
On Thursday\, February 7\, \;Julian Green\, Program Director at BBBS S WLA\, will teach teens that they are never too young to start an organizat ion that addresses problems or fills a void in their community. He&rsquo\; ll also discuss steps to take to get a nonprofit organization started. \;This session will be held at the Cpl Donald Ray Stevens Center\, formerly Goosport Recreation\, locate d at 1619 Cessford St.

Teen Connection is designed to help teenage rs learn job skills\, college prep\, social media\, interview skills\, and ACT prep among others. The classes are instructed by educators\, governme nt officials\, and business leaders in the community.

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CATEGORIES:General UID:20190211T1533180Z-583899-520@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191130T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191130T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Holiday Crafts DESCRIPTION:Holiday craft projects will be available from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m . Limit one project per child. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

How to Access Resources Workshop - A Free Workshop for Parents and Caregivers of Individuals with Disabilitie s &\; their Family Members - Professionals are welcome too!

Please join to learn how to access a variety of resource s and services offered by different agencies for individuals with disabili ties and their family members on Wednesday\, November 20\, 2019 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Families Helping Families of SWLA\, 2927 Hodges Street\ , Lake Charles\, LA 70601.

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Holiday craft projects will be available from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Limit one project per child.

CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20191104T1452110Z-583899-975@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191111 SUMMARY:CHildren's Museum: Veterans Day DESCRIPTION:Monday\, November 11: Veterans Day Admission is $1 for all Vete rans visiting with their families. Kids can create an American soldier in the ArtSpace workshop at 2 p.m. Class is limited to 20 children\, ages 3 a nd up. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Monday\, November 11: Veterans Day

Admission is $1 for all Veterans visiting with their families. Kids can create an American soldier in the ArtSpace workshop at 2 p.m. Class is limited to 20 children\, ages 3 and up.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20191104T1436380Z-583899-969@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191123T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191123T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Fall Crafts DESCRIPTION:Fall craft projects will be available from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. L imit one project per child. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Fall craft projects will be available fro m 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Limit one project per child.

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CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20191104T1448580Z-583899-971@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191127T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191127T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Fall Wreath DESCRIPTION:Create a colorful fall wreath. Classes begin at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. and are limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Create a colorful fall wreath. Classes be gin at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. and are limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up.

\;
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20191104T1451240Z-583899-974@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191125T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191125T150000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Grand Opening of the Sasol Program DESCRIPTION:Join us at 11 a.m. for the grand opening of our new Sasol Progr am area! We will have a special Sasol Science Show with presenter Travis C orbello and special treats! We will also make a cute harvest corn project in the ArtSpace from 1:30-3 p.m. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us at 11 a.m. for the grand opening of our new Sasol Program area! We will have a special Sasol Science Show w ith presenter Travis Corbello and special treats!

We will also make a cute harvest corn project in the ArtSpace from 1:30-3 p.m.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20191104T1449520Z-583899-972@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191126T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191126T130000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Everybody is a Superhero DESCRIPTION:Join us at 11 a.m. as we discover the superpowers of our organs and eyes that help each of us be a superhero. This is an interactive and fun program that will engage children intellectually and physically as the y identify organs and their function\, experience the link between the eye and the brain\, and learn eye safety tips. This program is brought to you by the Southern Eye Bank. We are also making “Thankful Turkeys” in the ArtSpace at 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. Class is limited to 20 children\, ages 4 an d up. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us at 11 a.m. as we discover the sup erpowers of our organs and eyes that help each of us be a superhero. \ ;This is an interactive and fun program that will engage children intellec tually and physically as they identify organs and their function\, experie nce the link between the eye and the brain\, and learn eye safety tips. Th is program is brought to you by the Southern Eye Bank.

\;

We are also making &ldquo\;Thankful Turkeys&rdquo\; in the Ar tSpace at 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. Class is limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20191104T1450390Z-583899-973@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210429T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210429T110000 SUMMARY:Navigating the IEP Part 2 DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20210428T1558280Z-583899-1168@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210427T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210427T150000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families: Parents Rights in Special Education DESCRIPTION:https://tinyurl.com/yj7hevpn X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
https://tinyurl.com/yj7hevpn
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20210421T1309400Z-583899-1164@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191011T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191011T213000 SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Movies Under the Stars DESCRIPTION:Get ready to enjoy four\, fun\, family-friendly movies on Frida ys this October for the “Movies Under the Stars” series. The movies\, whic h feature a football team trying to bounce back from an unthinkable traged y\, an enchanting extraterrestrial\, a charming street boy with a magic la mp\, and a genial ghost looking for a friend will kick off Friday\, Oct. 4 \, at Prien Lake Park\, 3700 West Prien Lake Road. Movies\, dates and loca tions: October 4: “We Are Marshall” (Drama\, rated PG). In 1970\, Marshal l University and the small town of Huntington\, WV\, are reeling after a p lane crash claims the lives of 75 of the school's football players\, staff members and boosters. New coach Jack Lengyel (Matthew McConaughey) arrive s on the scene in March 1971\, determined to rebuild Marshall's Thundering Herd football team - and help heal the grieving community in the process. October 11: “E.T.” (Science fiction\, rated PG). A young boy named Elliot t (Henry Thomas) befriends a gentle alien\, or extraterrestrial\, after he becomes stranded on Earth. He brings the creature\, later named “E.T.\,” into his suburban California house. Elliott and his siblings manage to hid e E.T. there until E.T. becomes ill. That’s when Elliot and his siblings ( Drew Barrymore\, Robert MacNaughton) concoct a plan to help E.T. return to his home planet\, all the while attempting to keep his existence hidden f rom the government. October 18: “Aladdin” (2019\, musical fantasy\, rated PG). Aladdin is a lovable street kid who meets Princess Jasmine\, the beau tiful daughter of the sultan of Agrabah. While visiting her exotic palace\ , Aladdin stumbles upon a magic oil lamp that unleashes a powerful\, wisec racking\, larger-than-life genie (Will Smith). Aladdin and the genie becom e friends and the two soon embark on a dangerous mission to stop the evil sorcerer Jafar from overthrowing young Jasmine's kingdom. October 25: “Ho tel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation” (Computer-animated comedy\, rated PG) . Join your favorite monster family as they embark on a vacation on a luxu ry monster cruise ship. It's smooth sailing for Dracula and his pack as th e monsters indulge in all sorts of shipboard fun - monster volleyball\, ex otic excursions\, and catching up on their moon tans. But\, the dream vaca tion turns into a nightmare when Dracula falls for the mysterious captain of the ship\, Ericka\, who hides a dangerous secret that could destroy all the monsters on the ship. Movies start at sundown – around 7:30 p.m. - b ut get there early to get a good seat. Residents are encouraged to bring t heir own blankets and lawn chairs. Residents can also bring their own food \, but there will be some food available on-site for purchase. Movies wil l be cancelled in the event of inclement weather. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Get ready to enjoy four\, fun\, family-frie ndly movies on Fridays this October for the &ldquo\;Movies Under the Stars &rdquo\; series.

The movies\, which feature a football team trying to bounce back from an unthinkable tragedy\, an enchanting extraterrestri al\, a charming street boy with a magic lamp\, and a genial ghost looking for a friend will kick off Friday\, Oct. 4\, at Prien Lake Park\, 3700 Wes t Prien Lake Road.

Movies\, dates and locations: \;

October 4: &ldquo\;We Are Marshall&rdquo\; (Drama\, rated PG). \; In 1970\, Marshall University and the small town of Huntington\, WV\, are reeling after a plane crash claims the lives of 75 of the school's footbal l players\, staff members and boosters. New coach Jack Lengyel (Matthew Mc Conaughey) arrives on the scene in March 1971\, determined to rebuild Mars hall's Thundering Herd football team - and help heal the grieving communit y in the process.

October 11: &ldquo\;E.T.&rdquo\; \;(Scienc e fiction\, rated PG). \;A young boy named Elliott (Henry Thomas) befr iends a gentle alien\, or extraterrestrial\, after he becomes stranded on Earth. He brings the creature\, later named &ldquo\;E.T.\,&rdquo\; into hi s suburban California house. Elliott and his siblings manage to hide E.T. there until E.T. becomes ill. That&rsquo\;s when Elliot and his siblings ( Drew Barrymore\, Robert MacNaughton) concoct a plan to \;help E.T. ret urn to his home planet\, all the while attempting to keep his existence hi dden from the government.

October 18: \;&ldquo\;Aladdin&rdqu o\; (2019\, musical fantasy\, rated PG). \;Aladdin is a lovable street kid who meets Princess Jasmine\, the beautiful daughter of the sultan of Agrabah. While visiting her exotic palace\, Aladdin stumbles upon a magic oil lamp that unleashes a powerful\, wisecracking\, larger-than-life genie (Will Smith). Aladdin and the genie become friends and the two soon embar k on a dangerous mission to stop the evil sorcerer Jafar from overthrowing young Jasmine's kingdom.

\;October 25: &ldquo\;Hotel Trans ylvania 3: Summer Vacation&rdquo\; (Computer-animated comedy\, rated PG).& nbsp\;Join your favorite monster family as they embark on a vacation on a luxury monster cruise ship. It's smooth sailing for Dracula and his pack a s the monsters indulge in all sorts of shipboard fun - monster volleyball\ , exotic excursions\, and catching up on their moon tans. But\, the dream vacation turns into a nightmare when Dracula falls for the mysterious capt ain of the ship\, Ericka\, who hides a dangerous secret that could destroy all the monsters on the ship. \;

Movies start at sund own &ndash\; around 7:30 p.m. - but get there early to get a good seat. Re sidents are encouraged to bring their own blankets and lawn chairs. Reside nts can also bring their own food\, but there will be some food available on-site for purchase. \;

Movies will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Prien Lake Park UID:20191011T2028180Z-583899-928@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190212T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190212T200000 SUMMARY:Special Education Webinar - Accommodations vs. Modifications DESCRIPTION:https://fhfswla.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Webinar-Accommod ations-Modifications-Feb-12-2019.pdf X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
https://fhfswla.org/wp-content/uploads/2019 /01/Webinar-Accommodations-Modifications-Feb-12-2019.pdf
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/720045271578257164 UID:20190213T1602560Z-583899-542@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190212T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190212T200000 SUMMARY:Special Education Webinar - Accommodations vs. Modifications DESCRIPTION:https://fhfswla.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Webinar-Accommod ations-Modifications-Feb-12-2019.pdf X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
https://fhfswla.org/wp-content/uploads/2019 /01/Webinar-Accommodations-Modifications-Feb-12-2019.pdf
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/720045271578257164 UID:20190215T1445140Z-583899-543@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190219T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190219T120000 SUMMARY:SSI & Social Security What You Need to Know DESCRIPTION:Do you have questions about Social Security? If you've ever spe nt an afternoon on the phone trying to get information about Social Securi ty\, you've probably wished you could just talk with someone in person. We ll now you can get your questions answered like some of the following: Do you know the difference between Social Security Disability (SSD) and Suppl emental Security Income (SSI)? Do you know if you or a family member quali fies? Do you know how to apply and understand the process? We invite you t o join us to get answers and information you need to understand the Social Security System from our guest presenter\, Earline D. Marchand\, EDPNA of Marchand Disability Consulting\, LLC. Tuesday\, February 19\, 2019 from 1 0 AM to 12 Noon at the Jeff Davis Parish LSU Ag Center\, 1006 South Lake A rthur Avenue in Jennings\, LA! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Do you have questions about Social Securi ty? If you've ever spent an afternoon on the phone trying to get informati on about Social Security\, you've probably wished you could just talk with someone in person. Well now you can get your questions answered like some of the following:

Do you know the difference between Social S ecurity Disability (SSD) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI)?

Do you know if you or a family member qualifies?

Do you know how to apply and understand the process?

We invite you to join us to get answers and information you need to understand the Social Securi ty System from our guest presenter\, Earline D. Marchand\, EDPNA of Marcha nd Disability Consulting\, LLC.

Tuesday\, February 19\, 2019 f rom 10 AM to 12 Noon at the Jeff Davis Parish LSU Ag Center\, 1006 South L ake Arthur Avenue in Jennings\, LA!
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07 eg2b0jez003bd6ef&oseq=&c=afc52fe0-1d7d-11e3-a7a3-d4ae5 UID:20190215T1447260Z-583899-544@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190102T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190102T223000 SUMMARY:The Color Purple: The Musical DESCRIPTION:The Tony Award®-winning Broadway revival of THE COLOR PURPLE wi ll play at Lutcher Theater for the Performing Arts in Orange\, Texas on Th ursday\, January 2\, 2020. Tickets start at $55 and are available at lutch er.org. Group rates are available by calling the Lutcher Box Office at 409 -886-5535. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Tony Award^®\;-winning Bro adway revival of \;THE COLOR PURPLE \;will play at Lutcher Theater for the Performing Arts in Orange\, Texas on Thursday\, January 2\, 2020. \;Tickets start at $55 and are available at \;lutcher.org. Group rates are ava ilable by calling the Lutcher Box Office at 409-886-5535.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lutcher Theater UID:20191212T1417240Z-583899-1015@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191224T040000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191224T100000 SUMMARY:KBYS: The Rob Robin Christmas Eve Special & School of Rock! DESCRIPTION:McNeese State University’s KBYS 88.3 FM radio station will pres ent special holiday programming on Christmas Eve (Dec. 24). Longtime weath erman Rob Robin will present “The Rob Robin Christmas Eve Special” from 4- 8 p.m. Robin will play some of his favorite holiday music and provide inte resting weather facts about Christmases past in Southwest Louisiana. The p rogram will end with a version of “O Holy Night” by local artist Chris She arman. Sponsor for this program is St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Ch urch in Lake Charles. At 8 p.m.\, the 79 th presentation of Handel’s “Mess iah” by the Lake Charles Messiah Chorus will air. This holiday tradition - recorded on Dec. 8 in McNeese’s historic F.G. Bulber Auditorium - is also available at www.kbys.fm At 10 p.m.\, a holiday version of “School of Roc k” will be presented by Ray Miles and Jeff Lemke. They will present a “Chr istmas Covers Show” that will feature rock artists who have put their spin on holiday classics. KBYS is Louisiana’s first university/community radio station funded by donations from the community through the McNeese Founda tion. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese State University&rsquo\;s KBYS 88.3 FM radio station will present special holiday
programming on Christm as Eve (Dec. 24).

Longtime weatherman Rob Robin will present &ldquo\;The Rob Robin Christmas Eve Special&rdquo\;
from 4-8 p.m. Ro bin will play some of his favorite holiday music and provide interesting&n bsp\;weather facts about Christmases past in Southwest Louisiana. The prog ram will end with a \;version of &ldquo\;O Holy Night&rdquo\; by local artist Chris Shearman. Sponsor for this program is St. \;Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church in Lake Charles.
At 8 p.m.\, the 79 th pr esentation of Handel&rsquo\;s &ldquo\;Messiah&rdquo\; by the Lake Charles Messiah
Chorus will air. This holiday tradition - recorded on Dec. 8 in McNeese&rsquo\;s historic F.G. Bulber Auditorium - is also available at www.kbys.fm

At 10 p.m.\, a holiday version of &ldquo\;School of R ock&rdquo\; will be presented by Ray Miles and
Jeff Lemke. They will present a &ldquo\;Christmas Covers Show&rdquo\; that will feature rock art ists who have \;put their spin on holiday classics.

KBYS is Louisiana&rsquo\;s first university/community radio station funded by donations from
the community through the McNeese Foundation.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:On Air: 88.3 FM UID:20191212T1413230Z-583899-1014@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210212T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210212T200000 SUMMARY:Lutcher Theater: Phantom of the Opera Drive-In DESCRIPTION:elebrate one of the greatest Broadway love stories of all time with a romantic Valentine's Masquerade movie night. The Phantom of the Ope ra will show on the big screen February 12\, 2021 at 7pm. Bring your sweet heart and a picnic\, to celebrate Valentine's Day with the Lutcher. All We Ask Of You is that you wear your 'mask\,' observe social distancing & enj oy The Music of the Night! The movie nights are free\, but each vehicle mu st have a reserved ticket to enter the parking lot and spaces are limited. Ticket reservations for 'Grinch' will be open on November 16\, 2020\; res ervations for 'Phantom' will open on February 1\, 2021. Call the Lutcher T heater Box Office (409) 886-5535 for Showtime Under The Stars reservations . X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html: < /tr>

elebrate one of the greatest B roadway love stories of all time with a romantic Valentine's \;Masquer ade \;movie night. \;The Phantom of the Opera \;will show on t he big screen February 12\, 2021 at 7pm. Bring your sweetheart and a picni c\, to celebrate Valentine's Day with the Lutcher. \;All We Ask Of You \;is that you wear your 'mask\,' observe social distancing &\; enj oy \;The Music of the Night!

The movie nights are free\, but each vehicle must have a reserved ticket to enter the parking lot and spaces are limited. Ti cket reservations for 'Grinch' will be open on November 16\, 2020\; reserv ations for 'Phantom' will open on February 1\, 2021. Call the Lutcher Thea ter Box Office

(409) 886-5535 for \;Showtime Under The Sta rs \;reservations.

CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lutcher Theater UID:20201029T1412550Z-583899-1118@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191208T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191208T193000 SUMMARY:Christmas Gala 2019 DESCRIPTION:The International Club of SWLA is hosting their Christmas Gala on Sunday\, December 8 at Mazen's Restaurant. Tickets are $100 per person. There will be music\, food and dancing. For more information\, contact the International Club at 477-0683. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The International Club of SWLA is hosting t heir Christmas Gala on Sunday\, December 8 at Mazen's Restaurant. Tickets are $100 per person. There will be music\, food and dancing.

\;

For more information\, contact the International Club at 477-06 83.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Mazen's Restaurant UID:20191203T1511040Z-583899-958@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191004T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191004T213000 SUMMARY:Movies Under the Stars DESCRIPTION:Get ready to enjoy four\, fun\, family-friendly movies on Frida ys this October for the “Movies Under the Stars” series. The movies\, whic h feature a football team trying to bounce back from an unthinkable traged y\, an enchanting extraterrestrial\, a charming street boy with a magic la mp\, and a genial ghost looking for a friend will kick off Friday\, Oct. 4 \, at Prien Lake Park\, 3700 West Prien Lake Road. Movies\, dates and loca tions: October 4: “We Are Marshall” (Drama\, rated PG). In 1970\, Marshal l University and the small town of Huntington\, WV\, are reeling after a p lane crash claims the lives of 75 of the school's football players\, staff members and boosters. New coach Jack Lengyel (Matthew McConaughey) arrive s on the scene in March 1971\, determined to rebuild Marshall's Thundering Herd football team - and help heal the grieving community in the process. October 11: “E.T.” (Science fiction\, rated PG). A young boy named Elliot t (Henry Thomas) befriends a gentle alien\, or extraterrestrial\, after he becomes stranded on Earth. He brings the creature\, later named “E.T.\,” into his suburban California house. Elliott and his siblings manage to hid e E.T. there until E.T. becomes ill. That’s when Elliot and his siblings ( Drew Barrymore\, Robert MacNaughton) concoct a plan to help E.T. return to his home planet\, all the while attempting to keep his existence hidden f rom the government. October 18: “Aladdin” (2019\, musical fantasy\, rated PG). Aladdin is a lovable street kid who meets Princess Jasmine\, the beau tiful daughter of the sultan of Agrabah. While visiting her exotic palace\ , Aladdin stumbles upon a magic oil lamp that unleashes a powerful\, wisec racking\, larger-than-life genie (Will Smith). Aladdin and the genie becom e friends and the two soon embark on a dangerous mission to stop the evil sorcerer Jafar from overthrowing young Jasmine's kingdom. October 25: “Ho tel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation” (Computer-animated comedy\, rated PG) . Join your favorite monster family as they embark on a vacation on a luxu ry monster cruise ship. It's smooth sailing for Dracula and his pack as th e monsters indulge in all sorts of shipboard fun - monster volleyball\, ex otic excursions\, and catching up on their moon tans. But\, the dream vaca tion turns into a nightmare when Dracula falls for the mysterious captain of the ship\, Ericka\, who hides a dangerous secret that could destroy all the monsters on the ship. Movies start at sundown – around 7:30 p.m. - b ut get there early to get a good seat. Residents are encouraged to bring t heir own blankets and lawn chairs. Residents can also bring their own food \, but there will be some food available on-site for purchase. Movies wil l be cancelled in the event of inclement weather. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Get ready to enjoy four\, fun\, family-frie ndly movies on Fridays this October for the &ldquo\;Movies Under the Stars &rdquo\; series.

The movies\, which feature a football team trying to bounce back from an unthinkable tragedy\, an enchanting extraterrestri al\, a charming street boy with a magic lamp\, and a genial ghost looking for a friend will kick off Friday\, Oct. 4\, at Prien Lake Park\, 3700 Wes t Prien Lake Road.

Movies\, dates and locations: \;

October 4: &ldquo\;We Are Marshall&rdquo\; (Drama\, rated PG). \; In 1970\, Marshall University and the small town of Huntington\, WV\, are reeling after a plane crash claims the lives of 75 of the school's footbal l players\, staff members and boosters. New coach Jack Lengyel (Matthew Mc Conaughey) arrives on the scene in March 1971\, determined to rebuild Mars hall's Thundering Herd football team - and help heal the grieving communit y in the process.

October 11: &ldquo\;E.T.&rdquo\; \;(Scienc e fiction\, rated PG). \;A young boy named Elliott (Henry Thomas) befr iends a gentle alien\, or extraterrestrial\, after he becomes stranded on Earth. He brings the creature\, later named &ldquo\;E.T.\,&rdquo\; into hi s suburban California house. Elliott and his siblings manage to hide E.T. there until E.T. becomes ill. That&rsquo\;s when Elliot and his siblings ( Drew Barrymore\, Robert MacNaughton) concoct a plan to \;help E.T. ret urn to his home planet\, all the while attempting to keep his existence hi dden from the government.

October 18: \;&ldquo\;Aladdin&rdqu o\; (2019\, musical fantasy\, rated PG). \;Aladdin is a lovable street kid who meets Princess Jasmine\, the beautiful daughter of the sultan of Agrabah. While visiting her exotic palace\, Aladdin stumbles upon a magic oil lamp that unleashes a powerful\, wisecracking\, larger-than-life genie (Will Smith). Aladdin and the genie become friends and the two soon embar k on a dangerous mission to stop the evil sorcerer Jafar from overthrowing young Jasmine's kingdom.

\;October 25: &ldquo\;Hotel Trans ylvania 3: Summer Vacation&rdquo\; (Computer-animated comedy\, rated PG).& nbsp\;Join your favorite monster family as they embark on a vacation on a luxury monster cruise ship. It's smooth sailing for Dracula and his pack a s the monsters indulge in all sorts of shipboard fun - monster volleyball\ , exotic excursions\, and catching up on their moon tans. But\, the dream vacation turns into a nightmare when Dracula falls for the mysterious capt ain of the ship\, Ericka\, who hides a dangerous secret that could destroy all the monsters on the ship. \;

Movies start at sund own &ndash\; around 7:30 p.m. - but get there early to get a good seat. Re sidents are encouraged to bring their own blankets and lawn chairs. Reside nts can also bring their own food\, but there will be some food available on-site for purchase. \;

Movies will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Prien Lake Park UID:20191001T1302410Z-583899-927@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191018T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191018T213000 SUMMARY:Movies Under the Stars DESCRIPTION:Get ready to enjoy four\, fun\, family-friendly movies on Frida ys this October for the “Movies Under the Stars” series. The movies\, whic h feature a football team trying to bounce back from an unthinkable traged y\, an enchanting extraterrestrial\, a charming street boy with a magic la mp\, and a genial ghost looking for a friend will kick off Friday\, Oct. 4 \, at Prien Lake Park\, 3700 West Prien Lake Road. Movies\, dates and loca tions: October 4: “We Are Marshall” (Drama\, rated PG). In 1970\, Marshal l University and the small town of Huntington\, WV\, are reeling after a p lane crash claims the lives of 75 of the school's football players\, staff members and boosters. New coach Jack Lengyel (Matthew McConaughey) arrive s on the scene in March 1971\, determined to rebuild Marshall's Thundering Herd football team - and help heal the grieving community in the process. October 11: “E.T.” (Science fiction\, rated PG). A young boy named Elliot t (Henry Thomas) befriends a gentle alien\, or extraterrestrial\, after he becomes stranded on Earth. He brings the creature\, later named “E.T.\,” into his suburban California house. Elliott and his siblings manage to hid e E.T. there until E.T. becomes ill. That’s when Elliot and his siblings ( Drew Barrymore\, Robert MacNaughton) concoct a plan to help E.T. return to his home planet\, all the while attempting to keep his existence hidden f rom the government. October 18: “Aladdin” (2019\, musical fantasy\, rated PG). Aladdin is a lovable street kid who meets Princess Jasmine\, the beau tiful daughter of the sultan of Agrabah. While visiting her exotic palace\ , Aladdin stumbles upon a magic oil lamp that unleashes a powerful\, wisec racking\, larger-than-life genie (Will Smith). Aladdin and the genie becom e friends and the two soon embark on a dangerous mission to stop the evil sorcerer Jafar from overthrowing young Jasmine's kingdom. October 25: “Ho tel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation” (Computer-animated comedy\, rated PG) . Join your favorite monster family as they embark on a vacation on a luxu ry monster cruise ship. It's smooth sailing for Dracula and his pack as th e monsters indulge in all sorts of shipboard fun - monster volleyball\, ex otic excursions\, and catching up on their moon tans. But\, the dream vaca tion turns into a nightmare when Dracula falls for the mysterious captain of the ship\, Ericka\, who hides a dangerous secret that could destroy all the monsters on the ship. Movies start at sundown – around 7:30 p.m. - b ut get there early to get a good seat. Residents are encouraged to bring t heir own blankets and lawn chairs. Residents can also bring their own food \, but there will be some food available on-site for purchase. Movies wil l be cancelled in the event of inclement weather. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Get ready to enjoy four\, fun\, family-frie ndly movies on Fridays this October for the &ldquo\;Movies Under the Stars &rdquo\; series.

The movies\, which feature a football team trying to bounce back from an unthinkable tragedy\, an enchanting extraterrestri al\, a charming street boy with a magic lamp\, and a genial ghost looking for a friend will kick off Friday\, Oct. 4\, at Prien Lake Park\, 3700 Wes t Prien Lake Road.

Movies\, dates and locations: \;

October 4: &ldquo\;We Are Marshall&rdquo\; (Drama\, rated PG). \; In 1970\, Marshall University and the small town of Huntington\, WV\, are reeling after a plane crash claims the lives of 75 of the school's footbal l players\, staff members and boosters. New coach Jack Lengyel (Matthew Mc Conaughey) arrives on the scene in March 1971\, determined to rebuild Mars hall's Thundering Herd football team - and help heal the grieving communit y in the process.

October 11: &ldquo\;E.T.&rdquo\; \;(Scienc e fiction\, rated PG). \;A young boy named Elliott (Henry Thomas) befr iends a gentle alien\, or extraterrestrial\, after he becomes stranded on Earth. He brings the creature\, later named &ldquo\;E.T.\,&rdquo\; into hi s suburban California house. Elliott and his siblings manage to hide E.T. there until E.T. becomes ill. That&rsquo\;s when Elliot and his siblings ( Drew Barrymore\, Robert MacNaughton) concoct a plan to \;help E.T. ret urn to his home planet\, all the while attempting to keep his existence hi dden from the government.

October 18: \;&ldquo\;Aladdin&rdqu o\; (2019\, musical fantasy\, rated PG). \;Aladdin is a lovable street kid who meets Princess Jasmine\, the beautiful daughter of the sultan of Agrabah. While visiting her exotic palace\, Aladdin stumbles upon a magic oil lamp that unleashes a powerful\, wisecracking\, larger-than-life genie (Will Smith). Aladdin and the genie become friends and the two soon embar k on a dangerous mission to stop the evil sorcerer Jafar from overthrowing young Jasmine's kingdom.

\;October 25: &ldquo\;Hotel Trans ylvania 3: Summer Vacation&rdquo\; (Computer-animated comedy\, rated PG).& nbsp\;Join your favorite monster family as they embark on a vacation on a luxury monster cruise ship. It's smooth sailing for Dracula and his pack a s the monsters indulge in all sorts of shipboard fun - monster volleyball\ , exotic excursions\, and catching up on their moon tans. But\, the dream vacation turns into a nightmare when Dracula falls for the mysterious capt ain of the ship\, Ericka\, who hides a dangerous secret that could destroy all the monsters on the ship. \;

Movies start at sund own &ndash\; around 7:30 p.m. - but get there early to get a good seat. Re sidents are encouraged to bring their own blankets and lawn chairs. Reside nts can also bring their own food\, but there will be some food available on-site for purchase. \;

Movies will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Prien Lake Park UID:20191001T1303030Z-583899-929@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191025T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191025T213000 SUMMARY:Movies Under the Stars DESCRIPTION:Get ready to enjoy four\, fun\, family-friendly movies on Frida ys this October for the “Movies Under the Stars” series. The movies\, whic h feature a football team trying to bounce back from an unthinkable traged y\, an enchanting extraterrestrial\, a charming street boy with a magic la mp\, and a genial ghost looking for a friend will kick off Friday\, Oct. 4 \, at Prien Lake Park\, 3700 West Prien Lake Road. Movies\, dates and loca tions: October 4: “We Are Marshall” (Drama\, rated PG). In 1970\, Marshal l University and the small town of Huntington\, WV\, are reeling after a p lane crash claims the lives of 75 of the school's football players\, staff members and boosters. New coach Jack Lengyel (Matthew McConaughey) arrive s on the scene in March 1971\, determined to rebuild Marshall's Thundering Herd football team - and help heal the grieving community in the process. October 11: “E.T.” (Science fiction\, rated PG). A young boy named Elliot t (Henry Thomas) befriends a gentle alien\, or extraterrestrial\, after he becomes stranded on Earth. He brings the creature\, later named “E.T.\,” into his suburban California house. Elliott and his siblings manage to hid e E.T. there until E.T. becomes ill. That’s when Elliot and his siblings ( Drew Barrymore\, Robert MacNaughton) concoct a plan to help E.T. return to his home planet\, all the while attempting to keep his existence hidden f rom the government. October 18: “Aladdin” (2019\, musical fantasy\, rated PG). Aladdin is a lovable street kid who meets Princess Jasmine\, the beau tiful daughter of the sultan of Agrabah. While visiting her exotic palace\ , Aladdin stumbles upon a magic oil lamp that unleashes a powerful\, wisec racking\, larger-than-life genie (Will Smith). Aladdin and the genie becom e friends and the two soon embark on a dangerous mission to stop the evil sorcerer Jafar from overthrowing young Jasmine's kingdom. October 25: “Ho tel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation” (Computer-animated comedy\, rated PG) . Join your favorite monster family as they embark on a vacation on a luxu ry monster cruise ship. It's smooth sailing for Dracula and his pack as th e monsters indulge in all sorts of shipboard fun - monster volleyball\, ex otic excursions\, and catching up on their moon tans. But\, the dream vaca tion turns into a nightmare when Dracula falls for the mysterious captain of the ship\, Ericka\, who hides a dangerous secret that could destroy all the monsters on the ship. Movies start at sundown – around 7:30 p.m. - b ut get there early to get a good seat. Residents are encouraged to bring t heir own blankets and lawn chairs. Residents can also bring their own food \, but there will be some food available on-site for purchase. Movies wil l be cancelled in the event of inclement weather. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Get ready to enjoy four\, fun\, family-frie ndly movies on Fridays this October for the &ldquo\;Movies Under the Stars &rdquo\; series.

The movies\, which feature a football team trying to bounce back from an unthinkable tragedy\, an enchanting extraterrestri al\, a charming street boy with a magic lamp\, and a genial ghost looking for a friend will kick off Friday\, Oct. 4\, at Prien Lake Park\, 3700 Wes t Prien Lake Road.

Movies\, dates and locations: \;

October 4: &ldquo\;We Are Marshall&rdquo\; (Drama\, rated PG). \; In 1970\, Marshall University and the small town of Huntington\, WV\, are reeling after a plane crash claims the lives of 75 of the school's footbal l players\, staff members and boosters. New coach Jack Lengyel (Matthew Mc Conaughey) arrives on the scene in March 1971\, determined to rebuild Mars hall's Thundering Herd football team - and help heal the grieving communit y in the process.

October 11: &ldquo\;E.T.&rdquo\; \;(Scienc e fiction\, rated PG). \;A young boy named Elliott (Henry Thomas) befr iends a gentle alien\, or extraterrestrial\, after he becomes stranded on Earth. He brings the creature\, later named &ldquo\;E.T.\,&rdquo\; into hi s suburban California house. Elliott and his siblings manage to hide E.T. there until E.T. becomes ill. That&rsquo\;s when Elliot and his siblings ( Drew Barrymore\, Robert MacNaughton) concoct a plan to \;help E.T. ret urn to his home planet\, all the while attempting to keep his existence hi dden from the government.

October 18: \;&ldquo\;Aladdin&rdqu o\; (2019\, musical fantasy\, rated PG). \;Aladdin is a lovable street kid who meets Princess Jasmine\, the beautiful daughter of the sultan of Agrabah. While visiting her exotic palace\, Aladdin stumbles upon a magic oil lamp that unleashes a powerful\, wisecracking\, larger-than-life genie (Will Smith). Aladdin and the genie become friends and the two soon embar k on a dangerous mission to stop the evil sorcerer Jafar from overthrowing young Jasmine's kingdom.

\;October 25: &ldquo\;Hotel Trans ylvania 3: Summer Vacation&rdquo\; (Computer-animated comedy\, rated PG).& nbsp\;Join your favorite monster family as they embark on a vacation on a luxury monster cruise ship. It's smooth sailing for Dracula and his pack a s the monsters indulge in all sorts of shipboard fun - monster volleyball\ , exotic excursions\, and catching up on their moon tans. But\, the dream vacation turns into a nightmare when Dracula falls for the mysterious capt ain of the ship\, Ericka\, who hides a dangerous secret that could destroy all the monsters on the ship. \;

Movies start at sund own &ndash\; around 7:30 p.m. - but get there early to get a good seat. Re sidents are encouraged to bring their own blankets and lawn chairs. Reside nts can also bring their own food\, but there will be some food available on-site for purchase. \;

Movies will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Prien Lake Park UID:20191001T1303140Z-583899-930@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190226T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190226T140000 SUMMARY:Crisis Communication in an Instant Media World DESCRIPTION:Every single day\, your organization runs the risk of being aff ected by a CRISIS – especially in social media\, transparent world. It tak es years of hard work and energy to build up a good reputation and it take s work to maintain it – yet it can be destroyed in an instant. No organi zation is immune to the threat of a possible crisis\, and how you respond can make you or break your business. It is essential to be prepared\, deli ver your message fast and efficiently and be transparent and proactive. This program will be presented by a communications team with over 70 years combined experience and the skills to train your organization to face the media\, manage a crisis\, speak at public meetings and deliver memorable\ , effective analytic\, sales and business presentations. They will also of fer effective crisis communication policies and procedures for use within your organization. This event is for industry professionals\, HR profess ionals\, and business owners. Admission: General Admission: $30 Chamber SW LA Member Rate: $20 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Every single day\, your organization runs the risk of being affected by a CRISIS &ndash\; especially in social medi a\, transparent world. It takes years of hard work and energy to build up a good reputation and it takes work to maintain it &ndash\; yet it can be destroyed in an instant.

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No organization i s immune to the threat of a possible crisis\, and how you respond can make you or break your business. It is essential to be prepared\, deliver your message fast and efficiently and be transparent and proactive.
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This program will be presented by a communications t eam with over 70 years combined experience and the skills to train your or ganization to face the media\, manage a crisis\, speak at public meetings and deliver memorable\, effective analytic\, sales and business presentati ons. They will also offer effective crisis communication policies and proc edures for use within your organization.
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This event is for industry professionals\, HR professionals\, and business owners.
Admission:

General Admission: $30
Chamber SWLA Member Rate: $20
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190227T1503490Z-583899-557@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190312T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190312T113000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families: Mental Health Resources You Can Use Work shop DESCRIPTION:aith S. Hooks\, (BA\, MS WFD - Mar. 2019) currently serves as t he Community Resource Specialist in the Lake Charles\, LA regional headqua rters of Choices Coordinated Care Solutions\, a non-profit agency that ser ves youth with Behavioral and Mental Health challenges. She specializes i n educating the community-at-large on services and benefits available for youth and their families with these needs. While constantly networking wit h other agencies that can assist in improving the quality of life for thes e youth. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
aith S. Hooks\, (BA\, MS WFD \; - Mar. 2019) currently serves as the Community Resource Specialis t in the Lake Charles\, LA regional headquarters of Choices Coordinated Ca re Solutions\, a non-profit agency that serves youth with Behavioral and M ental Health challenges. \; She specializes in educating the community -at-large on services and benefits available for youth and their families with these needs. While constantly networking with other agencies that can assist in improving the quality of life for these youth.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:https://conta.cc/2DXBLOb UID:20190227T1453580Z-583899-553@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190309T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190309T100000 SUMMARY:2019 Dash for disABILITIES Superhero 5k Run Walk Roll DESCRIPTION: Have Fun for a GREAT cause... Families Helping Families of SWLA... Dress like your favourite superhero and dash for disasbilites. All in aid of Familes helping Families of SWLA. 5km starts at 8am. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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\;Have Fun for a GREAT cau se... \;

Families Helping Families of SWLA...

Dress like your f avourite superhero and dash for disasbilites. All in aid of Familes helpin g Families of SWLA. \;

5km starts at 8am. \;

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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:http://bit.ly/FHFDash19 UID:20190227T1500570Z-583899-556@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190314T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190314T123000 SUMMARY:March Monthly Business Luncheon DESCRIPTION:Guest Speakers: Louisiana State Senator Ronnie Johns & Louisian a State Representative Stuart Moss X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Guest Speakers:
Louisiana State Senator Ronnie Johns &\;
Louisiana State Representative Stuart Moss
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190227T1456010Z-583899-554@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190319T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190319T130000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families: Special Education Due Process Hearings & State Complaints Training Don't Be Afraid - Just Be Prepared! DESCRIPTION:Guest Speaker: Parris Taylor\, Louisiana Department of Educatio n Attorney This training with provide valuable information about Formal State Complaints and Due Process Hearings as dispute resolution options fo r children with exceptionalities. Our presenter will review the request filing requirements\, provide preparation suggestions\, offer insight on w hat happens after you filed the request\, and deliver other helpful inform ation. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Guest Speaker: \;Par ris Taylor\, Louisiana Department of Education Attorney

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This training with provide valuabl e information about Formal State Complaints and Due Process Hearings as di spute resolution options for children with exceptionalities.

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Our presenter will review the request filing requirements\, provide preparation suggestions\, offer ins ight on what happens after you filed the request\, and deliver other helpf ul information.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:https://conta.cc/2SZXUjX UID:20190227T1457310Z-583899-555@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200110 SUMMARY:Bayou Rum: VIP Tours DESCRIPTION:Bayou Rum is now offering VIP group tours of their distillery\, barrel library & event center. This tour will be led by their master dist iller. Tours are available by reservation with vouchers purchased online a t bayourum.com/special-events X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Bayou Rum is now offering VIP group tours o f their distillery\, barrel library &\; event center. This tour will be led by their master distiller. Tours are available by reservation with vo uchers purchased online at bayourum.com/special-events
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION: Bayou Rum UID:20200107T1556080Z-583899-1033@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200214T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200214T200000 SUMMARY:Bayou Rum's Valentine's Day Cigar & Rum Pairing DESCRIPTION:Show your love for your special loved one. Bayou Rum's event ce nter will be transformed into the romantic destination of your dreams! Doo rs will open at 7 p.m. for dinner\, dancing\, and cigar and rum pairings f rom the Cigar Club of Lake Charles. Wear your finest 1920's inspired costu me and swing to the music by Dr. Daylight's Jazz Company. Tickets are avai lable at bayourum.com/special-events. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Show your love for your special loved one. Bayou Rum's event center will be transformed into the romantic destination of your dreams! Doors will open at 7 p.m. for dinner\, dancing\, and ciga r and rum pairings from the Cigar Club of Lake Charles. Wear your finest 1 920's inspired costume and swing to the music by Dr. Daylight's Jazz Compa ny. Tickets are available at bayourum.com/special-events.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Bayou Rum UID:20200107T1601420Z-583899-1034@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190502T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190502T170000 SUMMARY:Estate Sale May 2nd\, 3rd & 4th (Thursday- Saturday) 8 am - 5 pm E very day. DESCRIPTION: This beautiful Estate is Full of classic\, timeless\, hard to find items that you do Not want to miss out on! Beautiful real & costume j ewelry\, furniture by top of the line designs such as Henredon\, Drexel He ritage\, Ethan Allen and so on. Beautiful Furs\, Hand made quilts and ever ything you can imagine for your kitchen! Not to mention great items for yo ur garden like fountains\, out door furniture\, bird baths and just in tim e for spring! Like to entertain? So did this home owner and has every thing you could need to stock the bar\, or beautiful linens for any occasion\, Antique Singer sowing machine and so many supplies for those w ho love to sow. Everything is in great condition like new\, lik e the gorgeous four poster King sized bed! Come out and find life time pie ce that will never go out of style! Estate Sale Details\; Estate Sale THIS WEEK Location- 3718 Belvedere Pkwy\, Lake Charles La 70605 May 2nd\, 3rd & 4th 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. EVERYDA X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

&nbs p\;This beautiful Estate is Full of classic\, timeless\, hard to find item s that you do Not want to miss out on! Beautiful real &\; costume jewel ry\, furniture by top of the line designs such as Henredon\, Drexel Herita ge\, Ethan Allen and so on. Beautiful Furs\, Hand made quilts and everythi ng you can imagine for your kitchen! Not to mention great items for your g arden like fountains\, out door furniture\, bird baths and just in time fo r spring!
\; \; \; \; \; \;Like to ente rtain? So did this home owner and has every thing you could need to stock the bar\, or beautiful linens for any occasion\, Antique Singer sowing mac hine and so many supplies for those who love to sow.
\; \; \; \; \; \;Everything is in great condition like new\, like the gorgeous four poster King sized bed! Come out and find \;lif e time piece that will never go out of style! \;

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Estate Sale Details\;

Estate Sale THIS WEEK

Location- \;3718 Belvedere Pkwy\, Lake Charle s La 70605

May 2nd\, 3rd &\; 4th

8 a.m. - 5 p.m. EV ERYDA

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CATEGORIES:General UID:20190429T1908170Z-583899-671@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190510T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190510T200000 SUMMARY:Broken Time: Sculpture by Martin Payton to open at Historic City Ha ll DESCRIPTION:Beginning on Friday\, May 10\, Historic City Hall Arts and Cult ural Center will exhibit the work of Baton Rouge sculptor Martin Payton in cluding one installation and over twenty welded steel sculptures. The open ing reception will be held from 5:30 to 8 p.m. and will feature live jazz music by Marcus Davis. Broken Time: Sculpture by Martin Payton focuses o n the artist’s recent work: his sculpture representing his most sophistica ted improvised compositions. Inspired by New Orleans jazz musicians who ma intain African heritage in the form of polyrhythms and improvisation\, Pay ton maintains the record of use and wear in his material—scrap metal. Payt on welds these materials as found\, improvising his sparse\, lyrical steel sculptures\, which are deeply rooted in the modernist tradition. Striking lines\, curves\, and planes are deepened with nuanced layers of meaning r ooted in African symbolism\, the African American experience\, and jazz. Broken Time will feature a comprehensive slate of programming for all age s\, from hands-on art making for local elementary school students to live jazz performances\, to help reinforce the improvisational nature of Payton ’s process. To incorporate this layer as an ongoing experience through the exhibition’s run\, a Spotify playlist selected by Payton will be availabl e for visitors to enjoy as they walk through the galleries. The exhibit is organized by LSU Museum of Art. Broken Time: Sculpture by Martin Payton will be on view at Historic City Hall Arts and Cultural Center through Ju ly 13. While visiting the museum\, be sure to see the Artisans’ Gallery’s “Spring Exhibition” as well as a show by Darrell Chitty called “Louisiana Proud: The Cajun Experience.” Both will hang through June 8. The museum is open Monday through Friday\, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday\, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free. Charlestown Farmers’ Market is open on Bilbo Str eet behind the center every Saturday 8 a.m.to noon and every Thursday on t he front plaza from 4 to 6 p.m. For more information\, please call 491-914 7 or visit www.cityoflakecharles.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Beginning on Friday\, May 10\, Historic Cit y Hall Arts and Cultural Center will exhibit the work of Baton Rouge sculp tor Martin Payton including one installation and over twenty welded steel sculptures. The opening reception will be held from 5:30 to 8 p.m. and wil l feature live jazz music by Marcus Davis.

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Bro ken Time: Sculpture by Martin Payton \;focuses on the artist&rsqu o\;s recent work: his sculpture representing his most sophisticated improv ised compositions. Inspired by New Orleans jazz musicians who maintain Afr ican heritage in the form of polyrhythms and improvisation\, Payton mainta ins the record of use and wear in his material&mdash\;scrap metal. Payton welds these materials as found\, improvising his sparse\, lyrical steel sc ulptures\, which are deeply rooted in the modernist tradition. Striking li nes\, curves\, and planes are deepened with nuanced layers of meaning root ed in African symbolism\, the African American experience\, and jazz.

\;

Broken Time \;will feature a comprehensiv e slate of programming for all ages\, from hands-on art making for local e lementary school students to live jazz performances\, to help reinforce th e improvisational nature of Payton&rsquo\;s process. To incorporate this l ayer as an ongoing experience through the exhibition&rsquo\;s run\, a Spot ify playlist selected by Payton will be available for visitors to enjoy as they walk through the galleries. The exhibit is organized by LSU Museum o f Art.

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Broken Time: Sculpture by Martin Payton \;will be on view at Historic City Hall Arts and Cultural Center through July 13. While visiting the museum\, be sure to see the Artisans& rsquo\; Gallery&rsquo\;s &ldquo\;Spring Exhibition&rdquo\; as well as a sh ow by Darrell Chitty called &ldquo\;Louisiana Proud: The Cajun Experience. &rdquo\; Both will hang through June 8. The museum is open Monday through Friday\, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday\, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is f ree. Charlestown Farmers&rsquo\; Market is open on Bilbo Street behind the center every Saturday 8 \;a.m.to&n bsp\;noon and every Thursday on the front plaza from 4 to 6 p.m. For more information\, please call 491-9147 or visit \;www.cityoflakecharles.com .
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190429T1910360Z-583899-672@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190704T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190704T220000 SUMMARY:Red\, White\, Blue & You Events DESCRIPTION:Plans are underway for the City of Lake Charles’ annual Red Whi te Blue & You Celebration on Thursday\, July 4\, 2019. Entry forms are now being accepted for parade units including floats\, marching units\, vehic les\, motorcycles\, bicycles and golf carts. From organizations and busine sses to the neighborhood kids\, all are welcome to join the fun. The parad e will roll on Ryan Street from Pine Street to Dr. Michael DeBakey Drive b eginning at 6 p.m. Parade information and registration forms are available at www.cityoflakecharles.com or by calling 337 491-9176. The celebration continues at the Lake Charles Civic Center Arcade Pavilion with concessio ns\, face painting and a patriotic program. The program begins at 6:45 p.m . with the sounds of Bluesiana RED. The Lake Charles Community Band\, alon g with the Louisiana Choral Foundation and Friends\, will also take the st age featuring a sing-a-long and a salute to the U.S. Armed Forces. Audienc e members are encouraged to bring their blankets or lawn chairs. Every mem ber of the audience will receive a complimentary flag to wave. Festival t- shirts\, designed by Sowela student Austin Rains\, will be on sale for $5. If inclement weather prevails\, the program will be moved to the Civic Ce nter Coliseum. The fireworks extravaganza\, beginning at 9:15 p.m.\, wi ll be choreographed to music. Tune into KBYS 88.3 FM on your car radio or listening device for the soundtrack simulcast. The event is open to the pu blic with free admission\, presented by the City of Lake Charles\, Coca-Co la\, Louisiana Lottery\, Sasol\, and the Lake Charles/SWLA Convention and Visitors Bureau. Additional support is provided by American Press\, Enterg y\, First Federal Bank of Louisiana\, Lake Charles Toyota\, Acadian Ambula nce\, Alcoa\, CHRISTUS Ochsner Health Southwestern Louisiana\, Centerpoint Energy\, Devall Towing\, Dunham Price\, DW Jessen and Associates\, IBERIA BANK\, JD Bank\, KBYS 88.3FM\, KPLC-TV\, Lakeside Bank\, MidSouth Bank\, P hillips 66\, Pumpelly Oil Co.\, Team Citgo and Turner Industries. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Plans are underway for the City of Lake Cha rles&rsquo\; annual Red White Blue &\; You Celebration on Thursday\, Ju ly 4\, 2019. Entry forms are now being accepted for parade units including floats\, marching units\, vehicles\, motorcycles\, bicycles and golf cart s. From organizations and businesses to the neighborhood kids\, all are we lcome to join the fun. The parade will roll on Ryan Street from Pine Stree t to Dr. Michael DeBakey Drive beginning at 6 p.m. Parade information and registration forms are available at \;www.cityoflakecharles.com \;o r by calling 337 491-9176. \;

The celebration continues at the Lake Charles Civic Center Arcade Pavilion with concessions\, face paintin g and a patriotic program. The program begins at 6:45 p.m. with the sounds of Bluesiana RED. The Lake Charles Community Band\, along with the Louisi ana Choral Foundation and Friends\, will also take the stage featuring a s ing-a-long and a salute to the U.S. Armed Forces. Audience members are enc ouraged to bring their blankets or lawn chairs. Every member of the audien ce will receive a complimentary flag to wave. Festival t-shirts\, designed by Sowela student Austin Rains\, will be on sale for $5. If inclement wea ther prevails\, the program will be moved to the Civic Center Coliseum.&nb sp\; \;

The fireworks extravaganza\, beginning at 9:15 p.m.\, will be choreographed to music. Tune into KBYS 88.3 FM on your car radio or listening device for the soundtrack simulcast. The event is open to the public with free admission\, presented by the City of Lake Charles\, Coca -Cola\, Louisiana Lottery\, Sasol\, and the Lake Charles/SWLA Convention a nd Visitors Bureau. Additional support is provided by American Press\, Ent ergy\, First Federal Bank of Louisiana\, Lake Charles Toyota\, Acadian Amb ulance\, Alcoa\, CHRISTUS Ochsner Health Southwestern Louisiana\, Centerpo int Energy\, Devall Towing\, Dunham Price\, DW Jessen and Associates\, IBE RIABANK\, JD Bank\, KBYS 88.3FM\, KPLC-TV\, Lakeside Bank\, MidSouth Bank\ , Phillips 66\, Pumpelly Oil Co.\, Team Citgo and Turner Industries.

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CATEGORIES:Outdoors LOCATION:Downtown Lake Charles UID:20190613T1442270Z-583899-774@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190615T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190615T100000 SUMMARY:Grand Reopening Planned for Tuten Park Nature Sanctuary DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, June 15\, from 8-10 a.m. a Grand Reopening Ceremo ny will be held for the Tuten Park Nature Sanctuary. The nature sanctuary\ , closed since 2007\, contains 4\,000 feet of nature trails\, an outdoor c lassroom\, Cajun prairie restoration\, ¼ acre wildlife pond and 14 acres o f habitat set aside for wildlife. A community workday was held in the par k earlier this month in anticipation of the grand reopening. “Major work in the park has been completed by professional crews over the past several years\, including rebuilding old trail bridges\, renovating the trails\, building the outdoor classroom\, digging the pond\, and more\,” said Mayor Nic Hunter “The community workday was held in order to help build a commu nity of volunteers who can contribute to the project in a meaningful way a nd continue to contribute to the park long after it is reopened. My admini stration launched Partners in Parks in July 2018 and to date we’ve raised over half a million dollars for Lake Charles parks\, but it’s not only abo ut money. Another goal with is to get citizens excited about their neighbo rhood park and give them a sense of ownership.” Upon the grand reopening\ , visitors to the park can expect to see some exciting additions. “Most o f the trails are overlaid over the old trails\, but they have been resurfa ced and their drainage has been improved with the addition of 4 small trai l bridges (one of which was part of an Eagle Scout project) over existing drainage swales\,” Irvin Louque\, City of Lake Charles Parks Program Manag er\, said. “An outdoor classroom was constructed along the trails to provi de a space for classes such as the Nature in Focus program. A 1/4 acre wi ldlife pond was constructed to provide an additional space for education o pportunities as well as a permanent source of water for wildlife. Around the pond is a nearly 1 acre Cajun prairie restoration that focuses on incr easing plants and pollinators native to the extremely rare prairies of Sou thwest Louisiana. Additionally\, we've begun an invasive species control program in partnership with Southern University and LSU specifically to re duce the spread of air potato vines which choke out native vegetation. Our hammock station (built as another Eagle Scout project) provides a space f or residents to bring their own hammock and relax in the shade.” Individu als interested in investing in city parks may do so online by visiting www .foundationswla.org. Tuten Park\, located at 3801 Nelson Rd.\, is a 24-ac re park with natural woods\, walking paths\, butterfly garden and more. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
On Saturday\, June 15\, from 8-10 a.m. a Gr and Reopening Ceremony will be held for the Tuten Park Nature Sanctuary. T he nature sanctuary\, closed since 2007\, contains 4\,000 feet of nature t rails\, an outdoor classroom\, Cajun prairie restoration\, ¼\; acre wildlife pond and 14 acres of habitat set aside for wildlife. \;

A community workday was held in the park earlier this month in anticipa tion of the grand reopening. \;

&ldquo\;Major work in the park has been completed by professional crews over the past several years\, in cluding rebuilding old trail bridges\, renovating the trails\, building th e outdoor classroom\, digging the pond\, and more\,&rdquo\; said Mayor Nic Hunter &ldquo\;The community workday was held in order to help build a co mmunity of volunteers who can contribute to the project in a meaningful wa y and continue to contribute to the park long after it is reopened. My adm inistration launched Partners in Parks in July 2018 and to date we&rsquo\; ve raised over half a million dollars for Lake Charles parks\, but it&rsqu o\;s not only about money. Another goal with is to get citizens excited ab out their neighborhood park and give them a sense of ownership.&rdquo\;&nb sp\;

Upon the grand reopening\, visitors to the park can expect to see some exciting additions. \;

&ldquo\;Most of the trails ar e overlaid over the old trails\, but they have been resurfaced and their d rainage has been improved with the addition of 4 small trail bridges (one of which was part of an Eagle Scout project) over existing drainage swales \,&rdquo\; Irvin Louque\, City of Lake Charles Parks Program Manager\, sai d. &ldquo\;An outdoor classroom was constructed along the trails to provid e a space for classes such as the Nature in Focus program. \;A 1/4 ac re wildlife pond was constructed to provide an additional space for educat ion opportunities as well as a permanent source of water for wildlife. &nb sp\;Around the pond is a nearly 1 acre Cajun prairie restoration that focu ses on increasing plants and pollinators native to the extremely rare prai ries of Southwest Louisiana. \;Additionally\, we've begun an invasive species control program in partnership with Southern University and LSU s pecifically to reduce the spread of air potato vines which choke out nativ e vegetation. Our hammock station (built as another Eagle Scout project) p rovides a space for residents to bring their own hammock and relax in the shade.&rdquo\; \;

Individuals interested in investing in city parks may do so online by visiting \;www.foundationswla.org. \;

Tuten Park\, located at 3801 Nelson Rd.\, is a 24-acre park with natural woods\, walking paths\, butterfly garden and more.

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CATEGORIES:Outdoors LOCATION:Tuten Park Nature Sanctuary UID:20190613T1443480Z-583899-775@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190618T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190618T190000 SUMMARY:Gallery Talk by Sculptor Martin Payton on “Broken Time” DESCRIPTION:Acclaimed sculptor Martin Payton will conduct a gallery talk on Tuesday\, June 18 at Historic City Hall Arts and Cultural Center\, 1001 R yan Street. Doors will open at 5:30 and the program will begin at 6:00 pm in the third floor gallery amongst his art exhibit\, which includes one in stallation and over twenty welded steel sculptures. Erik Tee\, operations manager at Townsquare Media\, will facilitate the gallery talk. Payton’s talk will provide an overview on the history and concept of his work. Brok en Time: Sculpture by Martin Payton is currently on exhibit in the third f loor gallery through July 6. The exhibition represents his most sophistica ted improvised compositions. Inspired by New Orleans jazz musicians who ma intain African heritage in the form of polyrhythms and improvisation\, Pay ton maintains the record of use and wear in his material—scrap metal. Payt on welds these materials as found\, improvising his sparse\, lyrical steel sculptures\, which are deeply rooted in the modernist tradition. Striking lines\, curves and planes are deepened with nuanced layers of meaning roo ted in African symbolism\, the African American experience and jazz. The e xhibit is organized by the LSU Museum of Art. The event is held in conjun ction with the 7 Days of Juneteenth Freedom Festival presented by SWLA Cen ter for Health Services. The gallery talk is free and open to the public. Historic City Hall is open Monday through Friday\, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday\, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free. Charlestown Farmers’ Marke t is open on Bilbo Street behind the center every Saturday 8 a.m.-noon. Fo r more information\, please call 491-9147 or visit www.cityoflakecharles.c om. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Acclaimed sculptor Martin Payton will condu ct a gallery talk on Tuesday\, June 18 at Historic City Hall Arts and Cult ural Center\, 1001 Ryan Street. Doors will open at 5:30 and the program wi ll begin at 6:00 pm in the third floor gallery amongst his art exhibit\, w hich includes one installation and over twenty welded steel sculptures. Er ik Tee\, operations manager at Townsquare Media\, will facilitate the gall ery talk. \;

Payton&rsquo\;s talk will provide an overview on the history and concept of his work. \;Broken Time: Sculpture by M artin Payton \;is currently on exhibit in the third floor gallery through July 6. The exhibition represents his most sophisticated improvis ed compositions. Inspired by New Orleans jazz musicians who maintain Afric an heritage in the form of polyrhythms and improvisation\, Payton maintain s the record of use and wear in his material&mdash\;scrap metal. Payton we lds these materials as found\, improvising his sparse\, lyrical steel scul ptures\, which are deeply rooted in the modernist tradition. Striking line s\, curves and planes are deepened with nuanced layers of meaning rooted i n African symbolism\, the African American experience and jazz. The exhibi t is organized by the LSU Museum of Art. \;

The event is held in conjunction with the 7 Days of Juneteenth Freedom Festival presented by SWLA Center for Health Services. The gallery talk is free and open to the public. \;

Historic City Hall is open Monday through Friday\, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday\, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free. Cha rlestown Farmers&rsquo\; Market is open on Bilbo Street behind the center every Saturday 8 a.m.-noon. For more information\, please call 491-9147 or visit \;www.cityoflakecharles.com.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center UID:20190613T1445540Z-583899-776@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190628T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190628T130000 SUMMARY:For Your Skinformation: Protecting Yourself from Skin Cancer DESCRIPTION:Southwest Louisiana is known for being a sportsman’s paradise. Between weekends on the lake fishing\, time spent in stadiums cheering on our favorite teams\, to back yard barbecues by the pool—most of our summer is spent outdoors in the sunshine. But what does that mean for our skin? Louisiana has the 47th highest incidence and 44th highest death rate of sk in cancer in the U.S. To learn about the causes for skin cancer and how to prevent it\, join us for a free seminar\, For Your Skinformation: Protect ing Yourself from Skin Cancer\, led by Marissa De La Paz\, MD. Dr. De La P az comes to Louisiana by way of Arkansas. She received her Bachelor of Art s in Chemistry and a Bachelor of Science in Biology at the University of A rkansas at Little Rock\, where she went on to receive her Graduate Certifi cate in Gerontology. She attended medical school at the University of Arka nsas for Medical Sciences. She’s currently a resident here at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital. For Your Skinformation: Protecting Yourself from Skin Cancer is a free seminar being held Friday June 28th\, at 12 noon in the S hearman Conference Center at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital on Oak Park Bo ulevard. Reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance\, and a li ght lunch will be provided. For more information or to reserve your seat\, please visit www.lcmh.com/seminar or call (337) 494-2936. You can also wa tch this seminar live by visiting www.lcmh/watch. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Southwest Louisiana is known for being a sp ortsman&rsquo\;s paradise. Between weekends on the lake fishing\, time spe nt in stadiums cheering on our favorite teams\, to back yard barbecues by the pool&mdash\;most of our summer is spent outdoors in the sunshine. But what does that mean for our skin? Louisiana has the 47th highest incidence and 44th highest death rate of skin cancer in the U.S. To learn about the causes for skin cancer and how to prevent it\, join us for a free seminar \, \;For Your Skinformation: Protecting Yourself from Skin Cancer\ , \;led by Marissa De La Paz\, MD.

Dr. De La Paz comes to Louisiana by way of Arkansas. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Chemis try and a Bachelor of Science in Biology at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock\, where she went on to receive her Graduate Certificate in Ger ontology. She attended medical school at the University of Arkansas for Me dical Sciences. She&rsquo\;s currently a resident here at Lake Charles Mem orial Hospital.

For Your Skinformation: Protecting Yourself fr om Skin Cancer \;is a free seminar being held Friday June 28th\, at 12 noon in the Shearman Conference Center at Lake Charles Memorial Hosp ital on Oak Park Boulevard. \;Reservations are required at least 24 ho urs in advance\, and a light lunch will be provided. For more information or to reserve your seat\, please visit \;www.lcmh.com/seminar \;or call (337) 494-2936. You can also watch this seminar live by visiting \;www.lcmh/watch. \;
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Lake Charles Memorial Hospital UID:20190613T1447280Z-583899-777@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190302T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190302T113000 SUMMARY:5th Annual Dough-Nation DESCRIPTION:Botsky's will again will again this year be selling freash hand made King Cake in aid of The Leadership Center for Youth\, a division of family youth. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Botsky's will again will again this year be selling freash hand made King Cake in aid of The Leadership Center for Yo uth\, a division of family youth. \;
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190227T1514100Z-583899-559@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200312T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200312T130000 SUMMARY:Southwest Louisiana Credit Union: Lunch & Learn DESCRIPTION:Curious about credit unions? Call (337) 477-9190 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Curious about credit unions? Call (337) 477 -9190
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Southwest Louisiana Credit Union UID:20200309T1411250Z-583899-1099@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200312T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200312T140000 SUMMARY:Southwest Louisiana Credit Union: Blood Drive DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html: CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Southwest Louisiana Credit Union UID:20200309T1411570Z-583899-1100@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201204T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201204T180000 SUMMARY:Virtual Arts Fest DESCRIPTION:Led by the Arts and Humanities Council of SWLA\, a Virtual Arts Fest is planned for December 4. A free art supply drive-through giveaway w ill occur at Central School\, 809 Kirby Street\, from 4 to 6 p.m. Followin g the giveaway\, participants will be instructed to stream free art lesson s taught by local arts educators on www.facebook.com/ArtsCouncilSWLA. Thos e who are not able to attend the giveaway need not worry\, as most of the items necessary to complete the art projects are common household items. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Led by the Arts and Humanities Council of SWLA\, a Virtual ArtsFest is planned for De cember 4. A free art supply drive-through giveaway will occur at Central S chool\, 809 Kirby Street\, from 4 to 6 p.m. Following the giveaway\, parti cipants will be instructed to stream free art lessons taught by local arts educators on \;www.facebook.com/ArtsCo uncilSWLA. Those who are not able to attend the giveaway need not worr y\, as most of the items necessary to complete the art projects are common household items.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Online UID:20201106T2216190Z-583899-1128@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201207T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201207T171500 SUMMARY:Virtual Mayor's Arts Awards DESCRIPTION:A Virtual Mayor’s Arts Awards ceremony will be streamed on www. facebook.com/ArtsCouncilSWLA beginning on December 7. Each day for seven c onsecutive days\, an award winner will be announced by Mayor Nicholas Hunt er and Arts Council President Morgan Turpin. Categories include Artist of the Year\, Citizen of the Arts\, Citizen of the Humanities\, Arts Educator of the Year\, Artist Organization of the Year\, Patron of the Year\, and the Keystone Award\, Nominations can be emailed to devanc@artscouncilswla. org X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
A Virtual M ayor&rsquo\;s Arts Awards ceremony will be streamed on \;www.facebo ok.com/ArtsCouncilSWLA \;beginning on December 7. Each day for seven consecutive days\, an award winner will be announced by Mayor Ni cholas Hunter and Arts Council President Morgan Turpin. Categories include Artist of the Year\, Citizen of the Arts\, Citizen of the Humanities\, Ar ts Educator of the Year\, Artist Organization of the Year\, Patron of the Year\, and the Keystone Award\, Nominations can be emailed to \;devanc@artscouncilsw la.org
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Online UID:20201106T2217310Z-583899-1129@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211210 SUMMARY:Flamenco: from Spain to the U.S. DESCRIPTION:Historic City Hall Arts and Cultural Center is unveiling its ne w exhibit schedule. Six nationally touring exhibits will visit the Center over the coming year\, including “Flamenco: from Spain to the U.S.” which provides an in-depth examination of the history and culture of Flamenco da nce and music. This festive and multi-dimensional traveling exhibition exp lores the origins\, influences\, development and appreciation of Flamenco as a highly respected art form on the world stage. This exhibition is orga nized by the Museum of International Folk Art and will be on view at Histo ric City Hall December 10\, 2021 through March 12\, 2022. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Historic Ci ty Hall Arts and Cultural Center is unveiling its new exhibit schedule. Si x nationally touring exhibits will visit the Center over the coming year\, including \;&ldquo\;Flamenco: from Spain to the U.S.&rdquo\; \;whic h provides an in-depth examination of the history and culture of Flamenco dance and music. This festive and multi-dimensional traveling exhibition e xplores the origins\, influences\, development and appreciation of Flamenc o as a highly respected art form on the world stage. This exhibition is or ganized by the Museum of International Folk Art and will be on view at His toric City Hall December 10\, 2021 through March 12\, 2022.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center UID:20211012T1811110Z-583899-1221@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200206T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200206T190000 SUMMARY:Wine & Words DESCRIPTION:The Literacy Council is hosting Wine & Words on Thursday\, Febr uary 6\, 2020\, at the Central School Arts & Humanities Center. This yea r's author is local musician and author\, Mickey Smith\, Jr. He'll speak at 6pm and wine tasting will follow at 6:30pm. To purchase tickets\, vis it tinyurl.com/2020WineAndWords. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Literacy Council is hosting Wine & \; Words on Thursday\, February 6\, 2020\, at the Central School Arts & \; Humanities Center.

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This year's author i s local musician and author\, Mickey Smith\, Jr. \; He'll speak at 6pm and wine tasting will follow at 6:30pm.

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T o purchase tickets\, visit \;tinyurl.com/2020Wi neAndWords.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Central School UID:20200123T1948120Z-583899-1046@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190912T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190912T130000 SUMMARY:West Calcasieu Chamber Business Luncheon DESCRIPTION:Guest Speaker Dr. Carrie Castille USDA State Director of Rural Development X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Guest Speaker

Dr. Carrie Castille

USDA State D irector of Rural Development
CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:West Cal Events Center UID:20190911T1619260Z-583899-897@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190319T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190319T150000 SUMMARY:TRIAD Hosts Senior Law ‘Lunch and Learn’ on March 19 DESCRIPTION:March 12\, 2019 – Area senior citizens are invited to the upcom ing “Lunch and Learn” workshop\, which will be held from 1 – 3 p.m. Tuesda y\, March 19\, at the Allen P. August Annex Building\, 2000 Moeling St.\, Lake Charles. Genia Coleman Lee\, attorney with the Southwest Law Center\, is the featured guest speaker. She will discuss power-of-attorney and med ical power-of-attorney\, the importance of having a will\, grandchildren c ustody issues and probate and succession. The event is hosted by Calcasie u Parish TRIAD and the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury’s Human Services Depar tment. Lunch will be provided. The event is free but pre-registration is r equired. To register or for more information\, contact Michelle Guidry at 337-721-4030. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
March 12\, 2019 &ndash\; Area senior citize ns are invited to the upcoming &ldquo\;Lunch and Learn&rdquo\; workshop\, which will be held from 1 &ndash\; 3 p.m. Tuesday\, March 19\, at the Alle n P. August Annex Building\, 2000 Moeling St.\, Lake Charles.

Geni a Coleman Lee\, attorney with the Southwest Law Center\, is the featured g uest speaker. She will discuss power-of-attorney and medical power-of-atto rney\, the importance of having a will\, grandchildren custody issues and probate and succession. \;

The event is hosted by Calcasieu Pa rish TRIAD and the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury&rsquo\;s Human Services De partment. Lunch will be provided.

The event is free but pre-regist ration is required. To register or for more information\, contact Michelle Guidry at 337-721-4030.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190313T1810040Z-583899-605@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190317 SUMMARY:Many opportunities in March for Free Colorectal Cancer Screening DESCRIPTION:Are you at risk for colon cancer? Get your FREE screening test \, it could save your life! March 18th - 22nd Pick up your free colorecta l cancer screening test at Memorial's Radiation Oncology Department\, 1701 Oak Park Blvd (1st Floor) from 9:00am - 3:00pm. March 21st Colon health education with gastroenterology nurses and free colorectal screening test s available at Memorial Hospital Atrium from 10:00am - 1:00pm. March 23rd Healthy Families Spring Health Fair - Lake Charles Civic Center - 8:00am - 12 noon. March 27th Colon health seminar and free screening test distr ibution at Ward 3 Power Center\, 3210 Power Center Prky at 9:30am. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Are you at risk for colon cancer?&n bsp\;

Get your FREE screening test\, it could save your l ife!

March 18th - 22nd \;

Pick up you r free colorectal cancer screening test at Memorial's Radiation Oncology D epartment\, 1701 Oak Park Blvd (1st Floor) from 9:00am - 3:00pm. \;

March 21st \;

Colon health education wi th gastroenterology nurses and free colorectal screening tests available a t Memorial Hospital Atrium from 10:00am - 1:00pm. \;

M arch 23rd

Healthy Families Spring Health Fair - Lake Char les Civic Center - 8:00am - 12 noon. \;

March 27th&nbs p\;

Colon health seminar and free screening test distribu tion at Ward 3 Power Center\, 3210 Power Center Prky at 9:30am. \;
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Questions? Call Jessica Duhon (337) 494-2992 UID:20190313T1807380Z-583899-604@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190410T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190411T000000 SUMMARY:Spring Quarterly Job Fair to be Held April 10 in DeRidder DESCRIPTION:Job seekers and employers are invited to the Region V American Job Center’s Quarterly Job Fair\, which will take place from 9 a.m. - noon \, Wednesday\, April 10\, at the War Memorial Civic Center\, 250 W. 7th St . in DeRidder\, Veterans\, who will be given priority services\, are ask ed to arrive at 8:30 a.m. in order to have exclusive access to employers u ntil 9 a.m. “Since the American Job Center in Region V serves the six-pa rish area\, we are excited to take the Quarterly Job Fair on the road. It is our intention to host two job fairs in Calcasieu Parish and two job fai rs in our satellite office areas of Beauregard\, Allen\, Cameron\, Jeff Da vis or Vernon parishes during 2019\,” said Stephanie Seemion\, Workforce Development Board Director. Job seekers should wear business attire\, br ing a picture ID and several copies of their current resume\, and arrive e arly to ensure the opportunity to meet with employers. Pre-registration is not required. Employers may register to take part in the job fair throu gh Friday\, April 5\, by contacting the American Job Center at 337-721-401 0. There is no cost for employers to participate. The job fair is sponso red by the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury\, in conjunction with the Workforc e Development Board and the Louisiana Workforce Commission. It is funded b y theWorkforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Job seekers and employers are invited to th e Region V American Job Center&rsquo\;s Quarterly Job Fair\, which will ta ke place from 9 a.m. - noon\, Wednesday\, April 10\, at the War Memorial C ivic Center\, \;250 W. 7th St. in DeRidder\,

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V eterans\, who will be given priority services\, are asked to arrive at 8:3 0 a.m. in order to have exclusive access to employers until 9 a.m.

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&ldquo\;Since the American Job Center in Region V serves the six-parish area\, we are excited to take the Quarterly Job Fair on the road. It is our intention to host two job fairs in Calcasieu Parish and t wo job fairs in our satellite office areas of Beauregard\, Allen\, Cameron \, Jeff Davis or Vernon parishes during 2019\,&rdquo\; said \; Stephan ie Seemion\, Workforce Development Board Director.

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Job seekers should wear business attire\, bring a picture ID and several copies of their current resume\, and arrive early to ensure the opportunit y to meet with employers. Pre-registration is not required.

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Employers may register to take part in the job fair through Frid ay\, April 5\, by contacting the American Job Center at 337-721-4010. Ther e is no cost for employers to participate.

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The&nbs p\;job fair \;is sponsored by the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury\, in co njunction with the Workforce Development Board and the Louisiana Workforce Commission. It is funded by theWorkforce Innovation and Opportunity Act.< /p>
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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:American Job Center at 337-721-4010. UID:20190313T1811490Z-583899-606@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191107T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191107T190000 SUMMARY:Wine Your Way Around the World DESCRIPTION:The International Club of SWLA is hosting this wine tasting at the Tru hotel by Hilton Hotel. There will be food & music. Tickets are $75 per person. For more information\, call the club at (337) 477-0683. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The International Club of SWLA is hosting t his wine tasting at the Tru hotel by Hilton Hotel. There will be food & \; music. Tickets are $75 per person.

For more information\, call the club at (337) 477-0683.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Tru Hotel UID:20191022T2048010Z-583899-959@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220604 SUMMARY:Women: A Century of Change DESCRIPTION:“Women: A Century of Change” spans nine decades and features a myriad of countries. This exhibit illuminates\, celebrates and reflects on where the world’s women have been\, where they are now\, and where they a re going. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
&ldquo\;Women: A Century of Change&rdquo\; \;spans nine d ecades and features a myriad of countries. This exhibit illuminates\, cele brates and reflects on where the world&rsquo\;s women have been\, where th ey are now\, and where they are going.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center UID:20211012T1815200Z-583899-1225@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220402T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220402T140000 SUMMARY:Infamy: December 7\, 1941 DESCRIPTION:Curated by the National World War II Museum\, “Infamy: December 7\, 1941” illustrates the attack on Pearl Harbor and examines the moments that led the United States into World War II. It will open at Historic Ci ty Hall on April 2 and remain up through May 21\, 2022. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Curated by the National World War II Museum\, \;&ldquo\;Infamy: December 7\, 1941&rdquo\; \;illustrates the att ack on Pearl Harbor and examines the moments that led the United States in to World War II. It will open at Historic City Hall on April 2 and remain up through May 21\, 2022.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center UID:20211012T1814000Z-583899-1223@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220402 SUMMARY:Art of the Aloha Shirt DESCRIPTION:“Art of Aloha Shirt” explores the history\, artistry\, and prod uction of Hawaii’s enduring fashion statement\, the Aloha Shirt. This exhi bition of sixty objects\, including original textile artwork\, production sketches and swatches\, advertisements\, and vintage shirts tells the stor y of an early innovator\, John “Keoni” Meigs\, in an industry that has lef t an indelible mark on fashion in the United States and the world. It is c urated by Dale Hope and circulated by Exhibits USA. It will be on view Apr il 2 through May 28\, 2022 at Historic City Hall. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
&ldquo\;Art of Aloha Shirt&rdquo\; \;explores t he history\, artistry\, and production of Hawaii&rsquo\;s enduring fashion statement\, the Aloha Shirt. This exhibition of sixty objects\, including original textile artwork\, production sketches and swatches\, advertiseme nts\, and vintage shirts tells the story of an early innovator\, John &ldq uo\;Keoni&rdquo\; Meigs\, in an industry that has left an indelible mark o n fashion in the United States and the world. It is curated by Dale Hope a nd circulated by Exhibits USA. It will be on view April 2 through May 28\, 2022 at Historic City Hall.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center UID:20211012T1813160Z-583899-1222@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220527 SUMMARY:Viva Las Vegas DESCRIPTION:Artist Doug Waterfield explores the ideals\, memories and symbo ls of Las Vegas history through bold watercolors in “Viva Las Vegas.” He c reates interesting compositions of billboards\, signs and bright lights th at remind us “beauty can be found just about anywhere\, if we are willing to take the time to look.” It will open on May 27\, 2022. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Artist Doug Waterfield explores the ideals\, memories and symbols of Las Vegas histor y through bold watercolors in \;&ldquo\;Viva Las Vegas.&rdquo\; \;He creates int eresting compositions of billboards\, signs and bright lights that remind us &ldquo\;beauty can be found just about anywhere\, if we are willing to take the time to look.&rdquo\; It will open on May 27\, 2022.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center UID:20211012T1814330Z-583899-1224@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210826T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210826T113000 SUMMARY:How to Explode Your Business DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20210817T1736300Z-583899-1206@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190424T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190424T220000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families: Special Education FAQ Webinar DESCRIPTION:Join us online for webinar - Special Education FAQ! Special Edu cation FAQ - Can the school send home my child's IEP for me to sign withou t a meeting? Can the school suspend my child with an IEP? What happens i f I disagree with the IEP team?   Can the school keep calling me to pick u p my child due to meltdowns?   Get answers to these questions\, and more i n our Special Education Frequently Asked Questions training. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us online for webinar - Speci al Education FAQ!

Special Education FAQ \;< /strong>- \;Can the school send home my child's IEP for me to sign wit hout a meeting? \; Can the school suspend my child with an IEP? \; What happens if I disagree with the IEP team? \; \; Can the schoo l keep calling me to pick up my child due to meltdowns? \; \; Get answers to these questions\, and more in our Special Education Frequently Asked Questions training.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:https://tinyurl.com/yxbwata5 UID:20190401T1500090Z-583899-632@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190411T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190411T133000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families: Webinar(s) DESCRIPTION:oin us online for the webinar - Getting & Keeping Your First Jo b! Getting & Keeping Your First Job - Getting and then keeping a job for s omeone with a disability can be tough. This training will go over why wor k is important\, challenges for youth\, the labor market\, disability disc losure\, accommodations and more. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
oin us online for the webinar - Ge tting &\; Keeping Your First Job!

Getting &a mp\; Keeping Your First Job \;- Getting and then keeping a jo b for someone with a disability can be tough. \; This training will go over why work is important\, challenges for youth\, the labor market\, di sability disclosure\, accommodations and more.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:https://tinyurl.com/y3obkebe UID:20190401T1459130Z-583899-631@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210331T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210331T110000 SUMMARY:Navigating the IEP: Part 1 DESCRIPTION:Families Helping Families is hosting this webinar! Click here t o register X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Families He lping Families is hosting this webinar!

Click here to register< /p> CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20210322T1330460Z-583899-1151@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181201T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181201T120000 SUMMARY:Town of Elton Christmas Parade DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html: CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Downtown Elton UID:20181130T2216570Z-583899-422@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190105T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190105T220000 SUMMARY:Golden Nugget: Marilyn McCoo & Bill Davis\, Jr DESCRIPTION:Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis\, Jr. will bring their signature “champagne sound” to Golden Nugget Lake Charles on Saturday\, January 5 at 8:00 PM. The duo made their mark as part of The 5th Dimension\, a quintet which produced fifteen gold and three Platinum albums\, in addition to wi nning six Grammy Awards with hits such as “Wedding Bell Blues”\, “Sweet Bl indness”\, “(Last Night) I Didn’t Get to Sleep at All”\, and “Blowing Away ”. The couple earned a seventh Grammy for their hit song\, “You Don’t Have To Be A Star (To Be In My Show)”. Having been married for over 40 years\ , McCoo and Davis shared their stories of love\, faith\, and staying happy in the 2004 bookUp\, Up and Away.   Tickets go on sale Friday\, November 16 with prices ranging from $10-25\, available online atwww.goldennuggetlc .com or by visiting the Golden Nugget Box Office\, open Tuesday through Sa turday from 11 AM to 7 PM with extended hours on concert days. Tickets pur chased online may be picked up from the Golden Nugget Box Office on the da y of the show from 11 AM to 8 PM only. All guests must be 21 or older. Fo r a complete list of upcoming performances and to book your stay at the Go lden Nugget Lake Charles\, please visit www.goldennuggetlc.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis\, Jr. will br ing their signature &ldquo\;champagne sound&rdquo\; to Golden Nugget Lake Charles on Saturday\, January 5 at 8:00 PM. The duo made their mark as par t of The 5^th \;Dimension\, a quintet which produced fifteen gold and three Platinum albums\, in addition to winning six Grammy Awards with hits such as \;&ldquo\;Wedding Bell Blues&rdquo\;\, &ldquo\;Swee t Blindness&rdquo\;\, &ldquo\;(Last Night) I Didn&rsquo\;t Get to Sleep at All&rdquo\;\, and &ldquo\;Blowing Away&rdquo\;. \;The couple earned a seventh Grammy for their hit song\, &ldquo\;You Don&rsquo\;t Have To Be A Star (To Be In My Show)&rdquo\;. \; Having been married for over 40 y ears\, McCoo and Davis shared their stories of love\, faith\, and staying happy in the 2004 bookUp\, Up and Away. \; \;

Tic kets go on sale Friday\, November 16 with prices ranging from $10-25\, ava ilable online atwww.goldennuggetlc.com \;or by visiting the Golden Nugget Box Office\, open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 AM to 7 PM with extended h ours on concert days. Tickets purchased online may be picked up from the G olden Nugget Box Office on the day of the show from 11 AM to 8 PM only. Al l guests must be 21 or older. \;

For a complete list of upcomi ng performances and to book your stay at the Golden Nugget Lake Charles\, please visit \;www.goldennuggetlc.com.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment UID:20181114T1651060Z-583899-417@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181203T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181203T220000 SUMMARY:Understanding the Importance of Inclusion DESCRIPTION: Families Helping Families is hosting. Why is inclusion of c hildren with disabilities in schools\, classrooms\, and communities import ant? This webinar answers that question. It explores what inclusion is and is not\, who are involved in making meaningful inclusion successful\, and its underpinnings in federal law. Co-Sponsor: FHF of Southwest Louisiana Audience: Parents\, Caregivers\, and Professionals of School-Aged Children /Students. Click here to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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Families Helping Families is host ing.

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Why is inclusion of children with disabilities in sc hools\, classrooms\, and communities important? This webinar answers that question. It explores what inclusion is and is not\, who are involved in m aking meaningful inclusion successful\, and its underpinnings in federal l aw. Co-Sponsor: FHF of Southwest Louisiana Audience: Parents\, Caregivers\ , and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students.

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Click here to register.

CATEGORIES:Education UID:20181130T2224100Z-583899-423@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190214T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190214T213000 SUMMARY:Lake Charles Symphony presents: A Night in Vienna DESCRIPTION:The Lake Charles Symphony will be hosing "A Night in Vienna" on Thursday\, February 14\, 2019. Enjoy a romantic evening at the Historic C alcasieu Marine National Bank listening to the beautiful music of Vienna. Featuring the waltzes of Johann Strauss and works by Mozart\, Beethoven an d Brahms. The concert includes a catered dinner and dancing. Guest conduct or is Dr. Bret Smithey\, Director of Music Ministries at First United Meth odist Church of Lake Charles. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Dinner will be serve d at 7:00 p.m. Concert begins at 7:30 p.m. Dress: Cocktail Attire Tick ets are $125 each and can be purchased from the Symphony website at www.l csymphony.com X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:The Lake Charles Symphony will be hosing " \;A Night in Vienna"\; on Thursday\, February 14\, 2019.

Enjoy a romantic evening at the Historic Calcasieu Marine National Bank listening to the beautiful music of Vienna. Featuring the waltzes of Johan n Strauss and works by Mozart\, Beethoven and Brahms. The concert includes a catered dinner and dancing. Guest conductor is Dr. Bret Smithey\, Direc tor of Music Ministries at First United Methodist Church of Lake Charles.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Dinner will be served at 7:0 0 p.m.
Concert begins at 7:30 p.m.

Dress: Cocktail A ttire \; \; Tickets are $125 each and can be purchased from the Symphony website at \; www.lcsymphony.com
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CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Historic Calcasieu Marine National Bank UID:20190128T2000440Z-583899-489@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200225T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200225T130000 SUMMARY:‘The Zone’ Returns for Mardi Gras Day DESCRIPTION:“The Zone\,” a family-friendly\, alcohol-and-tobacco free area targeted for families with children and teens\, is back again for Mardi Gr as. Now in its 12th year\, The Zone will be open from noon - 4 p.m.\, Tues day\, Feb. 25\, right on the parade route - in the parking lot between the Charleston Building and the Parish Courthouse on Ryan Street. The event i s free to the public. The area will have lots of kid-friendly games and ac tivities including a live DJ\, laser tag\, a bounce house\, obstacle cours e and a train ride. The Bayou Games and the Kona Ice trucks will also be o n-site. There will be plenty of hot dogs\, popcorn\, and soft drinks for k ids to enjoy. “The Zone gets bigger and better each year with the help of our Police Jury\, Parish Administration\, and Facility Management Departm ent\,” said William Sommers\, event organizer. Come on out and bring your kids out to ‘The Zone’ for a great time on Fat Tuesday.” The Zone\, which was started by Project KNOW and the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury\, began in 2008 in an effort to offer a safe\, fun Mardi Gras environment for the community’s young people. Since that first year\, the event has continued to grow\, not only in attendance\, but also with community support. In 20 10\, the Louisiana Campaign for Tobacco-Free Living joined forces with Pro ject KNOW as event partners. For more information about The Zone\, contac t William Sommers at 337-721-3900. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
&ldquo\;The Zone\,&rdquo\; a family-friendl y\, alcohol-and-tobacco free area targeted for families with children and teens\, is back again for Mardi Gras.

Now in its 12^th&n bsp\;year\, The Zone will be open from noon - 4 p.m.\, Tuesday\, Feb. 25\, right on the parade route - in the parking lot between the Charleston Bui lding and the Parish Courthouse on Ryan Street.

The event is free to the public.

The area will have lots of kid-friendly games and a ctivities including a live DJ\, laser tag\, a bounce house\, obstacle cour se and a train ride. The Bayou Games and the Kona Ice trucks will also be on-site. There will be plenty of hot dogs\, popcorn\, and soft drinks for kids to enjoy. \;

&ldquo\;The Zone gets bigger and better each year with the help of our Police Jury\, Parish Administration\, and Facil ity Management Department\,&rdquo\; said William Sommers\, event organizer . Come on out and bring your kids out to &lsquo\;The Zone&rsquo\; for a gr eat time on Fat Tuesday.&rdquo\; \;

The Zone\, which was start ed by Project KNOW and the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury\, began in 2008 in an effort to offer a safe\, fun Mardi Gras environment for the community& rsquo\;s young people. Since that first year\, the event has continued to grow\, not only in attendance\, but also with community support. \; In 2010\, the Louisiana Campaign for Tobacco-Free Living joined forces with Project KNOW as event partners. \;

For more information about The Zone\, contact William Sommers at 337-721-3900.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:The Charleston UID:20200205T1535290Z-583899-1056@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190801 SUMMARY:Family Day Care Food Program RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;WKST=SU;UNTIL=20191101;BYMONTHDAY=1 DESCRIPTION:The Calcasieu Parish Police Jury’s Human Services Department\, in conjunction with the Louisiana State Department of Education\, will aga in sponsor the Family Day Care Home Food Program. The program helps those who provide childcare in their homes to pay the cost of feeding each child two meals and a snack each day of care. The day care provider must be app roved for participation in the program. Residents of Calcasieu\, Allen\, J efferson Davis and Beauregard parishes are eligible to participate in the program if they are currently providing childcare services to children up to 12 years of age in their homes. Homes must also meet fire and safety s tandards as established by the State of Louisiana. All children in attenda nce will be offered the same meals at no separate charge. There will be no physical segregation of\, or other discrimination against\, any child bec ause of race\, color\, national origin\, sex\, disability\, age and there will be no reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by the USDA. People with disabilit ies who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g. Braille\, large print\, audiotape\, American Sign Language\, etc.) should contact the agency (state or local) where they applied for benefits . Individuals who are deaf\, hard of hearing\, or who have speech disabili ties may contact the USDA through the Federal Relay Services at 800-877-83 39. Additionally\, program information can be provided in languages other than English. To file a program discrimination complaint\, complete the US DA Program Discrimination Complaint Form (AD-3027)\, which can be found on line at http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html or at any USDA office. Residents can also write letters to the USDA and provide all info rmation requested on the form. For a complaint form\, call 866-632-9992. S ubmit a completed form or letter to the USDA by mail at U.S. Department of Agriculture\, Director\, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Righ ts\, 1400 Independence Ave.\, S. W.\, Washington\, D.C. 20250-9410\; by fa x\, 202- 690-7442\; or email\, program.intake@usda.gov. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Calcasieu Parish Police Jury&rsquo\;s H uman Services Department\, in conjunction with the Louisiana State Departm ent of Education\, will again sponsor the Family Day Care Home Food Progra m. The program helps those who provide childcare in their homes to pay the cost of feeding each child two meals and a snack each day of care. The da y care provider must be approved for participation in the program.

Residents of Calcasieu\, Allen\, Jefferson Davis and Beauregard parishes are eligible to participate in the program if they are currently providing childcare services to children \; up to 12 years of age in their home s. Homes must also meet fire and safety standards as established by the St ate of Louisiana.

All children in attendance will be offered the s ame meals at no separate \;charge. There will be no physical segregati on of\, or other discrimination against\, any child because of race\, \;color\, national origin\, sex\, disability\, age and there will be no re prisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or ac tivity conducted or funded by the USDA.

People with disabilities w ho require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g . Braille\, large print\, audiotape\, American Sign Language\, etc.) shoul d contact the agency (state or local) where they applied for benefits. Ind ividuals who are deaf\, hard of hearing\, or who have speech disabilities may contact the USDA through the Federal Relay Services at 800-877-8339. A dditionally\, program information can be provided in languages other than English.

To file a program discrimination complaint\, complete the USDA Program \;Discrimination Complaint Form (AD-3027)\, which can be found online at \;http://www.ascr.usd a.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html \;or at any USDA office. Resident s can also write letters to the USDA and provide all information requested on the form.

For a complaint form\, call 866-632-9992. Submit a c ompleted form or letter to the \;USDA by mail at U.S. Department of Ag riculture\, Director\, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights\ , 1400 Independence Ave.\, S. W.\, Washington\, D.C. 20250-9410\; by fax\, 202- 690-7442\; or email\, \;program.intake@usda.gov.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190829T1410410Z-583899-890@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190801 SUMMARY:Family Day Care Food Program RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;WKST=SU;UNTIL=20191101;BYMONTHDAY=1 DESCRIPTION:The Calcasieu Parish Police Jury’s Human Services Department\, in conjunction with the Louisiana State Department of Education\, will aga in sponsor the Family Day Care Home Food Program. The program helps those who provide childcare in their homes to pay the cost of feeding each child two meals and a snack each day of care. The day care provider must be app roved for participation in the program. Residents of Calcasieu\, Allen\, J efferson Davis and Beauregard parishes are eligible to participate in the program if they are currently providing childcare services to children up to 12 years of age in their homes. Homes must also meet fire and safety s tandards as established by the State of Louisiana. All children in attenda nce will be offered the same meals at no separate charge. There will be no physical segregation of\, or other discrimination against\, any child bec ause of race\, color\, national origin\, sex\, disability\, age and there will be no reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by the USDA. People with disabilit ies who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g. Braille\, large print\, audiotape\, American Sign Language\, etc.) should contact the agency (state or local) where they applied for benefits . Individuals who are deaf\, hard of hearing\, or who have speech disabili ties may contact the USDA through the Federal Relay Services at 800-877-83 39. Additionally\, program information can be provided in languages other than English. To file a program discrimination complaint\, complete the US DA Program Discrimination Complaint Form (AD-3027)\, which can be found on line at http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html or at any USDA office. Residents can also write letters to the USDA and provide all info rmation requested on the form. For a complaint form\, call 866-632-9992. S ubmit a completed form or letter to the USDA by mail at U.S. Department of Agriculture\, Director\, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Righ ts\, 1400 Independence Ave.\, S. W.\, Washington\, D.C. 20250-9410\; by fa x\, 202- 690-7442\; or email\, program.intake@usda.gov. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Calcasieu Parish Police Jury&rsquo\;s H uman Services Department\, in conjunction with the Louisiana State Departm ent of Education\, will again sponsor the Family Day Care Home Food Progra m. The program helps those who provide childcare in their homes to pay the cost of feeding each child two meals and a snack each day of care. The da y care provider must be approved for participation in the program.

Residents of Calcasieu\, Allen\, Jefferson Davis and Beauregard parishes are eligible to participate in the program if they are currently providing childcare services to children \; up to 12 years of age in their home s. Homes must also meet fire and safety standards as established by the St ate of Louisiana.

All children in attendance will be offered the s ame meals at no separate \;charge. There will be no physical segregati on of\, or other discrimination against\, any child because of race\, \;color\, national origin\, sex\, disability\, age and there will be no re prisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or ac tivity conducted or funded by the USDA.

People with disabilities w ho require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g . Braille\, large print\, audiotape\, American Sign Language\, etc.) shoul d contact the agency (state or local) where they applied for benefits. Ind ividuals who are deaf\, hard of hearing\, or who have speech disabilities may contact the USDA through the Federal Relay Services at 800-877-8339. A dditionally\, program information can be provided in languages other than English.

To file a program discrimination complaint\, complete the USDA Program \;Discrimination Complaint Form (AD-3027)\, which can be found online at \;http://www.ascr.usd a.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html \;or at any USDA office. Resident s can also write letters to the USDA and provide all information requested on the form.

For a complaint form\, call 866-632-9992. Submit a c ompleted form or letter to the \;USDA by mail at U.S. Department of Ag riculture\, Director\, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights\ , 1400 Independence Ave.\, S. W.\, Washington\, D.C. 20250-9410\; by fax\, 202- 690-7442\; or email\, \;program.intake@usda.gov.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190829T1410410Z-583899-890@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190418T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190418T190000 SUMMARY:SWLA Center for Health Promotions: Easter Egg Hunt (FREE) DESCRIPTION:Also Meet the Black Heritage Queens RABBIT festival queen and M s Pre - Teen Louisiana. Golden Egg Prize\, popcorn\, candy\, Basket food d rinks and more. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Also Meet the Black Heritage Queens RABBIT festival queen and Ms Pre - Teen Louisiana.

Golden Egg Prize\, pop corn\, candy\, Basket food drinks and more. \;
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190405T1528470Z-583899-645@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190417T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190417T143000 SUMMARY: Brown Bag Lecture Series on “Autism Awareness” Planned for Carneg ie Library DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles’ Leadership Team for Community Diversi ty and Inclusion will host a “Brown Bag Lecture Series” at Carnegie Memori al Library on Wednesday\,     April 17\, 2019 at 11:30 a.m. Participants a re encouraged to bring their lunch. Beginning at noon\, Dr. Toby Osburn\ , will be the guest speaker. Dr. Osburn is the executive director of the K ay Dore’ Counseling Clinic and McNeese Autism Program in the department of psychology at McNeese State University. The title of this presentation w ill be “Autism Awareness”. The free lecture will take place at Carnegie Memorial Library\, located at 411 Pujo Street in downtown Lake Charles. Al l prospective participants are asked to register by contacting Dena Jourda n atdena.jourdan@cityoflc.us or 491-1465. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles&rsquo\; Leadership Team for Community Diversity and Inclusion will host a &ldquo\;Brown Bag Lecture Series&rdquo\; at Carnegie Memorial Library on Wednesday\, \;& nbsp\; \; \; April 17\, 2019 at 11:30 a.m. Participants are encour aged to bring their lunch.

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Beginning at noon\, Dr. Toby Osburn\, will be the guest speaker. Dr. Osburn is the \;executiv e \;director of \;the \;Kay \;Dore&rsquo\; \;Counselin g \;Clinic \;and McNeese \;Autism \;Program \;in \ ;the \;department \;of \;psychology \;at McNeese \;Sta te \;University. \; The title of this presentation will be &ldquo\ ;Autism Awareness&rdquo\;.

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The free lecture will t ake place at Carnegie Memorial Library\, located at 411 Pujo Street in dow ntown Lake Charles. All prospective participants are asked to register by contacting Dena Jourdan atdena.j ourdan@cityoflc.us \;or 491-1465.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190405T1526060Z-583899-644@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190426T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190426T223000 SUMMARY:The Lutcher Theater: Monty Python's SPAMALOT DESCRIPTION:Monty Python's SPAMALOT\, an outrageous musical comedy lovingly ripped off from the classic film Monty Python and the Holy Grail continue s the quest at the Lutcher Theater\, Friday\, April 26\, 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available online at lutcher.orgor call the Box Office 409.886.5535. Winner of the 2005 Tony Award for Best Musical\, Monty Python's SPAMALOT tells the legendary tale of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table \, and their quest for the Holy Grail. Monty Python's SPAMALOT features a chorus line of dancing divas\, flying cows\, killer rabbits\, taunting Fre nchmen\, and show-stopping musical numbers! “A resplendently silly new musical” –New York Times. Audiences will experience lots of laughs from th e medieval\, British comedy. Lutcher Theater Managing Director\, Lynae S anford said\, 'Spamalot was last here in our 2010-11 Season. The show alwa ys brings out the loyal Monty Python fans and we’re happy to be able to of fer it again for them and everyone else on a quest for a crazy good time!' Monty Python's SPAMALOT features a book by Eric Idle\, based on the scr eenplay of Monty Python and the Holy Grail by Monty Python creators Graham Chapman\, John Cleese\, Terry Gilliam\, Eric Idle\, Terry Jones and Micha el Palin\, with music and lyrics by the Grammy Award-winning team of Mr. I dle and John Du Prez. The show is locally sponsored by KPLC in Lake Cha rles. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Monty Python's SPAMALOT\, \;an \; outrageous musical comedy lovingly ripped off from the classic film Monty Python and the Holy Grail continues the quest at the Lutcher Theater\, Fri day\, April 26\, 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available online at \;lutcher.orgor call the Box Office 409.886.5535.

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Winner of the 20 05 Tony Award for Best Musical\, \;Monty Python's SPAMALOT \;tells the legendary tale of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table\, an d their quest for the Holy Grail. \;Monty Python's SPAMALOT \;feat ures a chorus line of dancing divas\, flying cows\, killer rabbits\, taunt ing Frenchmen\, and show-stopping musical numbers! \;

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&ldquo\;A resplendently silly new musical&rdquo\; &ndash\; New York Times. Audiences will experience lots of laughs from the medieval \, British comedy.

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Lutcher Theater Managin g Director\, Lynae Sanford said\, 'Spamalot was last here in our 2010-11 S eason. The show always brings out the loyal Monty Python fans and we&rsquo \;re happy to be able to offer it again for them and everyone else on a qu est for a crazy good time!'

\;

Monty Python's SPAMALOT \;features a book by Eric Idle\, based on the screenplay of Monty Python and the Holy Grail by Monty Python creators Graham Chapman\, John Cleese\, Terry Gilliam\, Eric Idle\, Terry Jones and Michael Palin\, with music and lyrics by the Grammy Award-winning team of Mr. Idle and Joh n Du Prez. \;

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The show is locally spon sored by KPLC in Lake Charles.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:For more information visit lutcher.org and https://spamalotontour. com/ UID:20190417T1411400Z-583899-657@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190513T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190513T100000 SUMMARY:SOWELA: Free CPR Training class DESCRIPTION:Classes are held now through June 2019. Visit www.sowela.edu/cp r for a full listing. Class locations include Lake Charles\, Jennings and Oakdale. To Register Visit www.sowela.edu/cpr or call (337) 421-6996. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Classes are held now through
June 2019 . Visit www.sowela.edu/cpr
for a full listing. Class locations includ e
Lake Charles\, Jennings and Oakdale.

To Register&nb sp\;

Visit www.sowela.edu/cpr
or call (337) 421-6996.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190424T1445030Z-583899-663@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190527T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190527T100000 SUMMARY:SOWELA: Free CPR Training class DESCRIPTION:Classes are held now through June 2019. Visit www.sowela.edu/cp r for a full listing. Class locations include Lake Charles\, Jennings and Oakdale. To Register Visit www.sowela.edu/cpr or call (337) 421-6996. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Classes are held now through
June 2019 . Visit www.sowela.edu/cpr
for a full listing. Class locations includ e
Lake Charles\, Jennings and Oakdale.

To Register&nb sp\;

Visit www.sowela.edu/cpr
or call (337) 421-6996.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190424T1445530Z-583899-665@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190520T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190520T100000 SUMMARY:SOWELA: Free CPR Training class DESCRIPTION:Classes are held now through June 2019. Visit www.sowela.edu/cp r for a full listing. Class locations include Lake Charles\, Jennings and Oakdale. To Register Visit www.sowela.edu/cpr or call (337) 421-6996. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Classes are held now through
June 2019 . Visit www.sowela.edu/cpr
for a full listing. Class locations includ e
Lake Charles\, Jennings and Oakdale.

To Register&nb sp\;

Visit www.sowela.edu/cpr
or call (337) 421-6996.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190424T1445330Z-583899-664@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181207T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181207T133000 SUMMARY:Anatomy of an IEP DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Families HElping Families Like a biology student\, th is presentation will dissect the parts of the IEP document and examine the ir functions individually\, learning their meanings and application. It wi ll provide constructive and practical tips to help create an IEP that supp orts all of the student's needs. We will explore the parent’s role in the IEP process and learn the basics of their child’s right to special educati on services\, the process of developing special education plans\, and the parent’s role. Co-Sponsor: FHF of Southwest Louisiana Audience: Parents\, Caregivers\, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students. Click her e to RSVP. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Hosted by Families HElping Families

Like a biology student\, this presentation will dissect the parts of the IEP document and examine their functions individually\, learning their mea nings and application. It will provide constructive and practical tips to help create an IEP that supports all of the student's needs. We will explo re the parent&rsquo\;s role in the IEP process and learn the basics of the ir child&rsquo\;s right to special education service s\, the process of developing special education plans\, and the parent&rsq uo\;s role. Co-Sponsor: FHF of Southwest Louisiana Audience: Parents\, Car egivers\, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students.

Click here to RSVP.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20181130T2225550Z-583899-424@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181213T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181213T113000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families: Take Care of Yourself for the Holidays DESCRIPTION:Families Helping Families is hosting Coffee and Conversation wi th Robin Daugereau of Mental Connections. The topic is 'Take Care of Yours elf for the Holidays.' It will take place on Thursday\, December 13\, at 1 0 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Families Helping Families of SWLA\, 2927 Hodges St reet in Lake Charles. Mental Connections is committed to ensuring quality services. The goal of their services is designed to improve the life of in dividuals\, couples\, and families that are directly affected by mental & behavioral health issues and worldly & family strife. There is no fee to a ttend! Everyone must RSVP! Seating is Limited\, so please register by cont acting China Guillory at info@fhfswla.org or (337) 436-2570. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Families Helping Families is hosting Coffee and Conversation with Robin Daugereau of Mental Connections. The topic is 'Take Care of Yourself for the Holidays.' It will take place on Thursday\ , December 13\, at 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Families Helping Families of S WLA\, 2927 Hodges Street in Lake Charles.

Mental Connections is co mmitted to ensuring quality services. The goal of their services is design ed to improve the life of individuals\, couples\, and families that are di rectly affected by mental &\; behavioral health issues and worldly & \; family strife.

There is no fee to attend! Everyone must RSVP! S eating is Limited\, so please register by contacting China Guillory at info@fhfswla.org or (337) 436-2570.
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:Families Helping Families UID:20181114T1654100Z-583899-418@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201119T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201119T200000 SUMMARY:Lutcher Theater: Fabulous Equinox DESCRIPTION:The Fabulous Equinox Orchestra Benefit Concert for Hurricane Re lief\, recorded Live-At-The-Lutcher and premiering on the Lutcher Theater Facebook page on Thursday\, November 19\, 2020 at 7pm. A link will be prov ided during the concert to donate funds to recent hurricane victims. 100% of the donations received by the Orchestra will benefit Orange County Disa ster Rebuild and The Community Foundation of Southwest Louisiana for South east Texas & Southwest Louisiana families recovering from Hurricane Laura & Delta. Visit Lutcher.org X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Fabulous Equinox Orchestra \;Benefi t Concert for Hurricane Relief\, \;recorded Live-At-The-Lutcher and pr emiering on the Lutcher Theater Facebook page on Thursday\, November 19\, 2020 at 7pm.

A link will be provided during the concert to donate funds to recent hurricane victims. 100% of the donations received by the O rchestra will benefit Orange County Disaster Rebuild and The Community Fou ndation of Southwest Louisiana for Southeast Texas &\; Southwest Louisi ana families recovering from Hurricane Laura &\; Delta.

Visit&n bsp\;Lutcher.org
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Online UID:20201029T1405400Z-583899-1116@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201205T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201205T200000 SUMMARY:Lutcher: How the Grinch Stole Christmas Drive-In DESCRIPTION:Showtime Under the Stars starts with the family holiday favorit e How the Grinch Stole Christmas on December 5\, 2020 at 7pm. Patrons are invited to savor a socially distant picnic from the comfort of their vehic le\, while watching the timeless classic on a 30ft wide LED jumbo screen. A pre-show carol sing-along and festive lighted display will round out the evening. Collection boxes will be available for donations to the Lutcher’ s annual PJ & Blanket Drive\, benefiting the Salvation Army of Orange Coun ty. The movie nights are free\, but each vehicle must have a reserved ti cket to enter the parking lot and spaces are limited. Ticket reservations for 'Grinch' will be open on November 16\, 2020 Call the Lutcher Theater B ox Office (409) 886-5535 for Showtime Under The Stars reservations. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Showtime Under the Star s starts with the family holiday favorite \;How the Grinch Stole Chris tmas on December 5\, 2020 at 7pm. Patrons are invited to savor a socially distant picnic from the comfort of their vehicle\, while watching the time less classic on \;a \;30ft wide \;LED jumbo screen. A pre-show carol sing-along and festive lighted display will round out the evening.& nbsp\;Collection boxes will be available for donations to the Lutcher&rsqu o\;s annual PJ &\; Blanket Drive\, benefiting the Salvation Army of Ora nge County.

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The movie nights are free\, but each vehicle must have a reserved ticket to enter the parking lot and spaces a re limited. Ticket reservations for 'Grinch' will be open on November 16\, 2020 Call the Lutcher Theater Box Office

(409) 886-5535 for&n bsp\;Showtime Under The Stars \;reservations.

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CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lutcher Theater UID:20201029T1408090Z-583899-1117@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190314T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190314T160000 SUMMARY:Estate Sale in Historic Lake Charles DESCRIPTION:This historic home has a vast variety of items that are not jus t unique and one of a kind\, but also collector items in a wide variety of styles. From 'The Autobiography Benvenuto Cellini' with Illustrations by Salvador Dali\, and Signed by Salvador Dali\, to highly collectable Moder n Art to Antique hand carved one of a kind Alter table in pristine conditi on. It's full of beautiful Sterling silver and Crystal and Limoges china\, and Blue & White and Rose Medallion\, Linens\, beautiful Henredon Dining Table\, and so much more! It's one you shouldn't miss! We look forward to seeing you all soon! -Frances\, Kate & Team- X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This historic home has a vast variety of it ems that are not just unique and one of a kind\, but also collector items in a wide variety of styles. \;
From 'The Autobiography Benvenuto Cellini' with Illustrations by Salvador Dali\, and Signed by Salvador Dal i\, to highly collectable Modern Art to Antique hand carved one of a kind Alter table in pristine condition. It's full of beautiful Sterling silver and Crystal and Limoges china\, and Blue &\; \;White and Rose Medal lion\, Linens\, beautiful Henredon Dining Table\, and so much more! It's o ne you shouldn't miss! We look forward to seeing you all soon!
-Franc es\, Kate &\; Team-
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190301T1515220Z-583899-563@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190506T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190506T100000 SUMMARY:SOWELA: Free CPR Training class DESCRIPTION:Classes are held now through June 2019. Visit www.sowela.edu/cp r for a full listing. Class locations include Lake Charles\, Jennings and Oakdale. To Register Visit www.sowela.edu/cpr or call (337) 421-6996. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Classes are held now through
June 2019 . Visit www.sowela.edu/cpr
for a full listing. Class locations includ e
Lake Charles\, Jennings and Oakdale.

To Register&nb sp\;

Visit www.sowela.edu/cpr
or call (337) 421-6996.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190424T1420190Z-583899-662@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200308T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200308T170000 SUMMARY:An American In Paris DESCRIPTION:Romance! Adventure! Gershwin! Who could ask for anything more? Filled with the music of legendary composers George and Ira Gershwin\, the Tony Award-winning masterpiece\, AN AMERICAN IN PARIS\, is dancing its wa y to the Lutcher Theater in Orange\, TX\, Sunday\, March 8\, 2020 at 3pm. Tickets for AN AMERICAN IN PARIS are on SALE NOW and start at $55. Ticke ts can be purchased online at Lutcher.org\, by phone at 409-886-5535 or by visiting the Lutcher Theater Box Office at 707 Main Ave in Orange\, TX. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Romance! Adventure! Gershwin! \;Who c ould ask for anything more? Filled with the music of legendary composers&n bsp\;George and Ira Gershwin\, the Tony Award-winning masterpiece\, \; AN AMERICAN IN PARIS\, \;is dancing its way to the Lutcher Theater in Orange\, TX\, Sunday\, March 8\, 2020 at 3pm.

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< div>Tickets for \;AN AMERICAN IN PARIS \;are on SALE NOW and start at $55. Tickets can be purchased online at Lutcher.org\, by phone at 409- 886-5535 or by visiting the Lutcher Theater Box Office at 707 Main Ave in Orange\, TX. CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lutcher Theater UID:20200221T1604410Z-583899-1082@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190316T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190316T160000 SUMMARY:Estate Sale in Historic Lake Charles DESCRIPTION:From 'The Autobiography Benvenuto Cellini' with Illustrations b y Salvador Dali\, and Signed by Salvador Dali\, to highly collectable Mode rn Art to Antique hand carved one of a kind Alter table in pristine condit ion. It's full of beautiful Sterling silver and Crystal and Limoges china\ , and Blue & White and Rose Medallion\, Linens\, beautiful Henredon Dining Table\, and so much more! It's one you shouldn't miss! We look forward to seeing you all soon! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
From 'The Autobiography Benvenuto Cellini' with Illustrations by Salvador Dali\, and Signed by Salvador Dali\, to hig hly collectable Modern Art to Antique hand carved one of a kind Alter tabl e in pristine condition. It's full of beautiful Sterling silver and Crysta l and Limoges china\, and Blue &\; \;White and Rose Medallion\, Lin ens\, beautiful Henredon Dining Table\, and so much more! It's one you sho uldn't miss! We look forward to seeing you all soon!
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190301T1517480Z-583899-565@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190301 SUMMARY:The Children's Museum: Shamrock Suncatcher and Homeschool Day DESCRIPTION:Paint a rainbow shamrock suncatcher. Class begins at 11 a.m. an d is limited to 20 children\, ages 3 and up. If you are homeschooling\, jo in us from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. for a chance to interact with others doing the s ame. Admission is $6.50 per person for homeschooling families. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Paint a rainbow shamrock suncatcher. Class begins at 11 a.m. and is limited to 20 children\, ages 3 and up. If you ar e homeschooling\, join us from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. for a chance to interact wit h others doing the same. Admission is $6.50 per person for homeschooling f amilies.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190301T1540080Z-583899-575@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190303 SUMMARY:The Children's Museum: CLOSED DESCRIPTION:The museum will be closed for maintenance. We are sorry for any inconvenience. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The museum will be closed for maintenance . We are sorry for any inconvenience.

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CATEGORIES:General UID:20190301T1533320Z-583899-570@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190314 SUMMARY:The Children's Museum: Sensory Playdough DESCRIPTION:Playdough provides a great sensory medium to aid in development . Children can pound\, mold\, squish and squash the playdough into differe nt forms using their imagination in the ArtSpace from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Playdough provides a great sensory medium t o aid in development. Children can pound\, mold\, squish and squash the pl aydough into different forms using their imagination in the ArtSpace from 10 a.m. &ndash\; 12 p.m.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190301T1542050Z-583899-576@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190315T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190315T170000 SUMMARY:Estate Sale in Historic Lake Charles DESCRIPTION:This historic home has a vast variety of items that are not jus t unique and one of a kind\, but also collector items in a wide variety of styles. From 'The Autobiography Benvenuto Cellini' with Illustrations by Salvador Dali\, and Signed by Salvador Dali\, to highly collectable Moder n Art to Antique hand carved one of a kind Alter table in pristine conditi on. It's full of beautiful Sterling silver and Crystal and Limoges china\, and Blue & White and Rose Medallion\, Linens\, beautiful Henredon Dining Table\, and so much more! It's one you shouldn't miss! We look forward to seeing you all soon! -Frances\, Kate & Team- X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This historic home has a vast variety of it ems that are not just unique and one of a kind\, but also collector items in a wide variety of styles. \;
From 'The Autobiography Benvenuto Cellini' with Illustrations by Salvador Dali\, and Signed by Salvador Dal i\, to highly collectable Modern Art to Antique hand carved one of a kind Alter table in pristine condition. It's full of beautiful Sterling silver and Crystal and Limoges china\, and Blue &\; \;White and Rose Medal lion\, Linens\, beautiful Henredon Dining Table\, and so much more! It's o ne you shouldn't miss! We look forward to seeing you all soon!
-Franc es\, Kate &\; Team-
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190301T1516370Z-583899-564@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190302 SUMMARY:The Children's Museum: Mardi Gras Crowns DESCRIPTION:Create a festive crown for Mardi Gras. Class begins at 11:30 a. m. and is limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up. The museum will close at 3 p.m. for maintenance. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Create a festive crown for Mardi Gras. Clas s begins at 11:30 a.m. and is limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up. The museum will close at 3 p.m. for maintenance.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190301T1532450Z-583899-568@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190301T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190301T100000 SUMMARY:The Children's Museum: C DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html: CATEGORIES:General UID:20190301T1532540Z-583899-569@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201119T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201119T183000 SUMMARY:Art 6-Feet Apart: Poetry Reading DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles is launching a new outdoor cultural se ries on Friday\, November 13\, as a way to showcase many of the brilliant artists and arts organizations in Southwest Louisiana. “Art 6-Feet Apart” will include a variety of art forms including theater\, music and dance\, as well as a poetry reading\, a visual art demonstration\, and virtual lea rning opportunities. The pop-up demonstrations will be held in a variety o f downtown venues including Historic City Hall’s Plaza (1001 Ryan Street)\ , Central School’s Plaza (809 Kirby Street)\, the Transit Center Pavilion (1155 Ryan Street) and Ten Pin Alley (behind 1910 Restaurant). “Our area is rich in culture\, and the arts have the power to bring us together and give us a shared hope for the future\, and as we find ourselves preparing to wrap up a year that has brought us a global pandemic and catastrophic d amage from two hurricanes\, we can all use a little hope\,” said Mayor Nic Hunter. “I’m pleased to announce that our local community of musicians\, artists and nonprofits are providing some uplifting entertainment\, in a s afe\, socially distant manner. Due to continued health concerns related to COVID-19\, we’re being creative and planning these events in some of our underutilized outdoor venues.” On Thursday\, November 19\, the McNeese Sta te University’s Master of Fine Arts program will host a Poetry Reading on the front steps of Central School\, located at 809 Kirby Street. The readi ng will begin at 5:30 pm. All events are free for attendees\, but pre-regi stration is required\, as each event will be limited to only 50 in-person attendees to allow for social distancing. Registration can be completed at www.cityoflakecharles.com or by calling 337 491-9147. Each of the perform ances will also be streamed on www.facebook.com/historiccityhallartsandcul ture X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles is launching a new outdoor cultural series on Friday\, Novem ber 13\, as a way to showcase many of the brilliant artists and arts organ izations in Southwest Louisiana. &ldquo\;Art 6-Feet Apart&rdquo\; will inc lude a variety of art forms including theater\, music and dance\, as well as a poetry reading\, a visual art demonstration\, and virtual learning op portunities. The pop-up demonstrations will be held in a variety of downto wn venues including Historic City Hall&rsquo\;s Plaza (1001 Ryan Street)\, Central School&rsquo\;s Plaza (809 Kirby Street)\, the Transit Center Pav ilion (1155 Ryan Street) and Ten Pin Alley (behind 1910 Restaurant). \ ;

&ldquo\;Our area is rich in culture\, and the arts have the power to bring us together and give us a shared hope for the future\, and as we find ourselves preparing to wrap up a year that has brought us a global pandemic and catastrophic damage fr om two hurricanes\, we can all use a little hope\,&rdquo\; said Mayor Nic Hunter. &ldquo\;I&rsquo\;m pleased to announce that our local community of musicians\, artists and nonprofits are providing some uplifting entertain ment\, in a safe\, socially distant manner. Due to continued health concer ns related to COVID-19\, we&rsquo\;re being creative and planning these ev ents in some of our underutilized outdoor venues.&rdquo\;

< span style='font-size: 12pt\;'>On Thursday\, November 19\, the McNeese Sta te University&rsquo\;s Master of Fine Arts program will host a Poetry Read ing on the front steps of Central School\, located at 809 Kirby Street. Th e reading will begin at 5:30 pm.

All events are free for attendees\, but pre-registration is required \, as each event will be limited to only 50 in-person attendees to allow f or social distancing. Registration can be completed at \;www.cityoflak echarles.com \;or by calling 337 491-9147. Each of the performances wi ll also be streamed on \;www.facebook.com/historiccityhallartsandcultu re
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Central School UID:20201106T2206440Z-583899-1122@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190125T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190125T090000 SUMMARY:Better Business Bureau's B2B Breakfast! DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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CATEGORIES:General UID:20190108T2202120Z-583899-471@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201204T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201204T130000 SUMMARY:Walking the Walk: Foot & Ankle Arthritis DESCRIPTION:Lake Charles Memorial Hospital is hosting this online event. Cl ick here to watch live and/or to learn more. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Lake Charles Memorial Hospital is hosting t his online event.

Click here to watch live and/or to learn more.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20201203T1450190Z-583899-1138@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181220T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181220T123000 SUMMARY:Alliance for Positive Growth: Bryan Beam to speak DESCRIPTION:The Alliance for Positive Growth is pleased to announce a secon d guest speaker for their December 20 General Meeting. Calcasieu Parish Ad ministrator Bryan Beam will speak briefly after Jay Delafield and discuss the Industrial Tax Exemption Program (ITEP) as it relates to the Driftwood LNG project. The general membership meeting will be held on December 20 a t 11:30 am\, in the Willis Noland Conference Room located on the second fl oor of The SEED Center\, 4310 Ryan Street in Lake Charles. All members and those interested in becoming a member are invited to attend. Lunch will b e provided. R.S.V.P to Jeannie Weise\, Director of APG\, at jeannie@apgrow th.org. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Alliance for Positive Growth is pleased to announce a second guest speaker for their December 20 General Meeting. Calcasieu Parish Administrator Bryan Beam will speak briefly after Jay De lafield and discuss the Industrial Tax Exemption Program (ITEP) as it rela tes to the Driftwood LNG project. The general membership meeting will be h eld on December 20 at 11:30 am\, in the Willis Noland Conference Room loca ted on the second floor of The SEED Center\, 4310 Ryan Street in Lake Char les. All members and those interested in becoming a member are invited to attend. Lunch will be provided. R.S.V.P to Jeannie Weise\, Director of APG \, at \;jeannie@ apgrowth.org.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20181217T1500060Z-583899-463@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190819 SUMMARY:Season 40 at the Lutcher Theater! DESCRIPTION:The Lutcher Theater for the Performing Arts announces it's 40th Anniversary Season and all tickets will go on sale August 19th. This se ason the Lutcher is featuring 15 Incredible Events\, including 8 National Tours of Broadway shows\, 1 family holiday classic\, 1 unprecedented conte mporary dance performance and 5 amazing musical acts\, comprised of multip le genres of music and artists! Single tickets are on sale August 19th! Visit lutcher.org for more information or call the Lutcher Theater Box Of fice at 409.886.5535. Click here to see this year's brochure. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Lutcher Theater for the Performing Arts announces it's \;40th Anniversary Sea son \;and \;all \;tickets will go on sale August 19th.< /p>
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This season the Lutcher is featuring 15 Incredible Events\, including \;8 \;Na tional Tours of Broadway shows\, 1 family holiday classic\, 1 unprecedente d contemporary dance performance and 5 amazing musical acts\, comprised of multiple genres of music and artists! \;

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S ingle tickets are on sale August 19th!

< span style='font-size: 12pt\;'>Visit \;lutcher.org \;for more informatio n or call the Lutcher Theater Box Office at 409.886.5535.

Click here to see this year's bro chure.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lutcher Theater UID:20190815T1322520Z-583899-869@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210205T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210205T130000 SUMMARY:Hip & Knee Replacement: Learn How We Operate in Unison DESCRIPTION:CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick Health System presents “Hip and Kn ee Replacement: Learn How We Operate in Unison\,” a free community online seminar via Zoom at 12:00 p.m. on Friday\, Feb. 5. Join Steven Hale\, M.D. \, orthopedic surgeon\, as he explains the benefits of Mako Robotic-Arm As sisted total hip and knee replacements\, the latest advancement in orthope dics arthroplasty. CHRISTUS Ochsner Southwest Louisiana is the only heal th care organization in Southwest Louisiana to provide the latest technolo gy for total knee replacement via Stryker’s Mako Robotic Arm-assisted tech nology. Anyone interested in attended this online seminar can register h ere: https://bit.ly/39w0KYU. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick Health System presents &ldquo\;Hip and Knee Replacement: Learn How We Operate in Unison\ ,&rdquo\; a free community online seminar via Zoom at 12:00 p.m. on Friday \, Feb. 5. Join Steven Hale\, M.D.\, orthopedic surgeon\, as he explains t he benefits of Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted total hip and knee replacements\, the latest advancement in orthopedics arthroplasty.

\;

CHRISTUS Ochsner Southwest Louisiana is the only health care organizati on in Southwest Louisiana to provide the latest technology for total knee replacement via Stryker&rsquo\;s Mako Robotic Arm-assisted technology.

\;

Anyone interested in attended this online seminar can register here: \;https://bit.l y/39w0KYU.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20210201T1349230Z-583899-1143@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210730T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210730T130000 SUMMARY:Happy Feet\, Happy Life DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Health & Hospitals LOCATION:Lake Charles Memorial Hospital UID:20210723T2015490Z-583899-1194@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190131 SUMMARY:NEWEST EXHIBIT AT 1911 HISTORIC CITY HALL DESCRIPTION:Three shows of vibrant artwork are currently on exhibit at 1911 Historic City Hall. The first\, second and third floor galleries are each filled with unique exhibitions which spotlight local\, national\, and int ernational artists. “McNeese State University Ceramic Students Past & P resent” opened this week and will be on view through April 13\, 2019. Ken neth Baskin\, Associate Professor of Visual Arts has put together sculptur al and thrown works representing a number of present students and McNeese alumni. Many of the works are for sale. “It has been such an honor to t ake part in the educational journey of these wonderful ceramic artists\,” said Baskin. I am inspired by the creativity and individuality of the many students I have had the privilege of working with throughout the years.” Artists featured in the show include Adrienne Romero\, Caitlin Rogers\, Diana Cruseturner\, Crystal Coulter\, Eve Cruseturner\, Jolie Trahan\, Tif fany Lowery\, Tracy LeMieux\, Jutina Singletary\, Elizabeth Guinn\, Heidi Benoit\, Justina Wolford\, Madison Augustine\, Ryan Rowland\, Shelby Rober ie\, Stacy Lyons\, Rob Younger\, Inez Elise\, Tina Cooley\, and Lamis Saqe r. “The unique personal vision of each artist taking part in this exhibi tion is evidenced by the diversity of the ceramic artwork presented. I am very proud of their accomplishments.” While visiting Historic City Hall\ , do no miss Seen & Unseen in the Second Floor Gallery. This show features the work of iconic American photographer\, Imogen Cunningham (1883-1976)\ , who documented everything from the 1950s beat movement to Hollywood big names like Cary Grant. Also on view in the Third Floor Gallery is a cont emporary Japanese ceramics exhibit entitled “Nature\, Tradition & Innovati on” This exhibition showcases 55 ceramic works created by 43 exceptional J apanese ceramists\, revealing the beauty of exquisite flower vases and ser ene tea bowls to whimsical candle holders and robust platters. The link be tween ceramic making and nature is poetically highlighted by eleven digita l photographs taken by photographer Taijiro Ito. Baskin will host a galler y talk on Japanese Ceramics in the Third Floor Gallery on Wed.\, Feb. 6 at 6 p.m. Historic City Hall is open to the public with free admission on Monday through Friday\, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday\, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m . Admission is free\, but donations are gladly accepted. Charlestown Farme rs’ Market is open on Bilbo Street behind the center every Saturday 8 a.m. to noon. For more information\, please call 491-9147 or visitwww.cityoflak echarles.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Three shows of vibrant artwork are currentl y on exhibit at 1911 Historic City Hall. The first\, second and third floo r galleries are each filled with unique exhibitions which spotlight local\ , national\, and international artists. \;

\;

&ld quo\;McNeese State University Ceramic Students Past &\; Present&rdquo\; opened this week and will be on view through April 13\, 2019. \; Kenn eth Baskin\, Associate Professor of Visual Arts has put together sculptura l and thrown works representing a number of present students and McNeese a lumni. Many of the works are for sale. \;

\;

&ldq uo\;It has been such an honor to take part in the educational journey of t hese wonderful ceramic artists\,&rdquo\; said Baskin. I am inspired by the creativity and individuality of the many students I have had the privileg e of working with throughout the years.&rdquo\;

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Ar tists featured in the show include Adrienne Romero\, Caitlin Rogers\, Dian a Cruseturner\, Crystal Coulter\, Eve Cruseturner\, Jolie Trahan\, Tiffany Lowery\, Tracy LeMieux\, Jutina Singletary\, Elizabeth Guinn\, Heidi Beno it\, Justina Wolford\, Madison Augustine\, Ryan Rowland\, Shelby Roberie\, Stacy Lyons\, Rob Younger\, Inez Elise\, Tina Cooley\, and Lamis Saqer.
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&ldquo\;The unique personal vision of each artist t aking part in this exhibition is evidenced by the diversity of the ceramic artwork presented. I am very proud of their accomplishments.&rdquo\;

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While visiting Historic City Hall\, do no miss \;< em>Seen &\; Unseen \;in the Second Floor Gallery. This show fe atures the work of iconic American photographer\, Imogen Cunningham (1883- 1976)\, who documented everything from the 1950s beat movement to Hollywoo d big names like Cary Grant.

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Also on view in the T hird Floor Gallery is a contemporary Japanese ceramics exhibit entitled &l dquo\;Nature\, Tradition &\; Innovation&rdquo\; This exhibition showcas es 55 ceramic works created by 43 exceptional Japanese ceramists\, reveali ng the beauty of exquisite flower vases and serene tea bowls to whimsical candle holders and robust platters. The link between ceramic making and na ture is poetically highlighted by eleven digital photographs taken by phot ographer Taijiro Ito. Baskin will host a gallery talk on Japanese Ceramics in the Third Floor Gallery on Wed.\, Feb. 6 at 6 p.m. \;

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Historic City Hall is open to the public with free admission o n Monday through Friday\, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday\, 10 a.m. to 2 p. m. Admission is free\, but donations are gladly accepted. Charlestown Farm ers&rsquo\; Market is open on Bilbo Street behind the center every Saturda y 8 \;a.m.to \;noon. For more i nformation\, please call 491-9147 or visitwww.cityoflakecharles.com.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190204T1720220Z-583899-505@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190430 SUMMARY:Last Day to See: NEWEST EXHIBIT AT 1911 HISTORIC CITY HALL DESCRIPTION:Three shows of vibrant artwork are currently on exhibit at 1911 Historic City Hall. The first\, second and third floor galleries are each filled with unique exhibitions which spotlight local\, national\, and int ernational artists. “McNeese State University Ceramic Students Past & P resent” opened this week and will be on view through April 13\, 2019. Ken neth Baskin\, Associate Professor of Visual Arts has put together sculptur al and thrown works representing a number of present students and McNeese alumni. Many of the works are for sale. “It has been such an honor to t ake part in the educational journey of these wonderful ceramic artists\,” said Baskin. I am inspired by the creativity and individuality of the many students I have had the privilege of working with throughout the years.” Artists featured in the show include Adrienne Romero\, Caitlin Rogers\, Diana Cruseturner\, Crystal Coulter\, Eve Cruseturner\, Jolie Trahan\, Tif fany Lowery\, Tracy LeMieux\, Jutina Singletary\, Elizabeth Guinn\, Heidi Benoit\, Justina Wolford\, Madison Augustine\, Ryan Rowland\, Shelby Rober ie\, Stacy Lyons\, Rob Younger\, Inez Elise\, Tina Cooley\, and Lamis Saqe r. “The unique personal vision of each artist taking part in this exhibi tion is evidenced by the diversity of the ceramic artwork presented. I am very proud of their accomplishments.” While visiting Historic City Hall\ , do no miss Seen & Unseen in the Second Floor Gallery. This show features the work of iconic American photographer\, Imogen Cunningham (1883-1976)\ , who documented everything from the 1950s beat movement to Hollywood big names like Cary Grant. Also on view in the Third Floor Gallery is a cont emporary Japanese ceramics exhibit entitled “Nature\, Tradition & Innovati on” This exhibition showcases 55 ceramic works created by 43 exceptional J apanese ceramists\, revealing the beauty of exquisite flower vases and ser ene tea bowls to whimsical candle holders and robust platters. The link be tween ceramic making and nature is poetically highlighted by eleven digita l photographs taken by photographer Taijiro Ito. Baskin will host a galler y talk on Japanese Ceramics in the Third Floor Gallery on Wed.\, Feb. 6 at 6 p.m. Historic City Hall is open to the public with free admission on Monday through Friday\, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday\, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m . Admission is free\, but donations are gladly accepted. Charlestown Farme rs’ Market is open on Bilbo Street behind the center every Saturday 8 a.m. to noon. For more information\, please call 491-9147 or visitwww.cityoflak echarles.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Three shows of vibrant artwork are currentl y on exhibit at 1911 Historic City Hall. The first\, second and third floo r galleries are each filled with unique exhibitions which spotlight local\ , national\, and international artists. \;

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&ld quo\;McNeese State University Ceramic Students Past &\; Present&rdquo\; opened this week and will be on view through April 13\, 2019. \; Kenn eth Baskin\, Associate Professor of Visual Arts has put together sculptura l and thrown works representing a number of present students and McNeese a lumni. Many of the works are for sale. \;

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&ldq uo\;It has been such an honor to take part in the educational journey of t hese wonderful ceramic artists\,&rdquo\; said Baskin. I am inspired by the creativity and individuality of the many students I have had the privileg e of working with throughout the years.&rdquo\;

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Ar tists featured in the show include Adrienne Romero\, Caitlin Rogers\, Dian a Cruseturner\, Crystal Coulter\, Eve Cruseturner\, Jolie Trahan\, Tiffany Lowery\, Tracy LeMieux\, Jutina Singletary\, Elizabeth Guinn\, Heidi Beno it\, Justina Wolford\, Madison Augustine\, Ryan Rowland\, Shelby Roberie\, Stacy Lyons\, Rob Younger\, Inez Elise\, Tina Cooley\, and Lamis Saqer.
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&ldquo\;The unique personal vision of each artist t aking part in this exhibition is evidenced by the diversity of the ceramic artwork presented. I am very proud of their accomplishments.&rdquo\;

\;

While visiting Historic City Hall\, do no miss \;< em>Seen &\; Unseen \;in the Second Floor Gallery. This show fe atures the work of iconic American photographer\, Imogen Cunningham (1883- 1976)\, who documented everything from the 1950s beat movement to Hollywoo d big names like Cary Grant.

\;

Also on view in the T hird Floor Gallery is a contemporary Japanese ceramics exhibit entitled &l dquo\;Nature\, Tradition &\; Innovation&rdquo\; This exhibition showcas es 55 ceramic works created by 43 exceptional Japanese ceramists\, reveali ng the beauty of exquisite flower vases and serene tea bowls to whimsical candle holders and robust platters. The link between ceramic making and na ture is poetically highlighted by eleven digital photographs taken by phot ographer Taijiro Ito. Baskin will host a gallery talk on Japanese Ceramics in the Third Floor Gallery on Wed.\, Feb. 6 at 6 p.m. \;

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Historic City Hall is open to the public with free admission o n Monday through Friday\, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday\, 10 a.m. to 2 p. m. Admission is free\, but donations are gladly accepted. Charlestown Farm ers&rsquo\; Market is open on Bilbo Street behind the center every Saturda y 8 \;a.m.to \;noon. For more i nformation\, please call 491-9147 or visitwww.cityoflakecharles.com.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190204T1721340Z-583899-506@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190511T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190511T220000 SUMMARY:Golden Nugget: Brian McKnight DESCRIPTION:Brian McKnight will perform on Saturday May 11\, at 8:00 PM in the Grand Event Center at Golden Nugget Lake Charles. A sixteen time Gramm y nominee\, McKnight has sold more than 25 million albums worldwide. Known for his strong falsetto and belting range\, his hits include “Back at One ”\, “Anytime” and “Belong to You”. Tickets go on sale Friday\, February 1 5\, available online at www.goldennuggetlc.com or by visiting the Golden N ugget Box Office\, open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 AM to 7 PM with e xtended hours on concert days. Tickets purchased online may be picked up f rom the Golden Nugget Box Office on the day of the show from 11 AM to 8 PM only. All guests must be 21 or older. For a complete list of upcoming pe rformances and to book your stay at the Golden Nugget Lake Charles\, pleas e visit www.goldennuggetlc.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Brian McKnight will perform on Saturday May 11\, at 8:00 PM in the Grand Event Center at Golden Nugget Lake Charles. A sixteen time Grammy nominee\, McKnight has sold more than 25 million alb ums worldwide. Known for his strong falsetto and belting range\, his hits include &ldquo\;Back at One&rdquo\;\, &ldquo\;Anytime&rdquo\; and &ldquo\; Belong to You&rdquo\;. \;

Tickets go on sale Friday\, February 15\, available online at \;www.goldennuggetlc.com \;or by visiting the G olden Nugget Box Office\, open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 AM to 7 PM with extended hours on concert days. Tickets purchased online may be pick ed up from the Golden Nugget Box Office on the day of the show from 11 AM to 8 PM only. All guests must be 21 or older. \;

For a complet e list of upcoming performances and to book your stay at the Golden Nugget Lake Charles\, please visit \;www.goldennuggetlc.com.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Golden Nugget UID:20190128T2111470Z-583899-490@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190212 SUMMARY:Asset Builders of SWLA Business Capitalization Program Orientation DESCRIPTION:Asset Builders of Southwest Louisiana’s Business Capitalization Program wants to help more small business owners in Southwest Louisiana. The Asset Builders Program is known for helping residents in the five-pari sh area with low-to-moderate incomes to save to buy homes. With the additi on of the Business Capitalization Component\, the program is also able to help existing business owners capitalize on their investments. A partnersh ip of the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Human Services Department\, Project Build a Future\, the Lake Charles North Redevelopment Authority\, the Sou thwest Louisiana Economic Development Alliance and the Louisiana Small Bus iness Development Center at McNeese State University\, this initiative is being partially funded through the Calcasieu Parish Public Trust Authority and other local agencies. Matches are handled through a federal Individua l Development Account (IDA) run by Asset Builders of Southwest Louisiana\, along with a partnering bank. Those eligible for the program are business owners in the five-parish area who meet the following criteria: They must live in Allen\, Beauregard\, Calcasieu\, Cameron\, or Jeff Davis parishes \; must be one year active in business\; must have a gross household incom e that is less than 200 percent of the federal poverty line and $10\,000 o r less in personal/business assets\; must have a business banking account\ , EIN\, Schedule C (if applicable)\, and occupational license (if required by their local government)\; and they must attend a program orientation a nd a series of CORE Training classes. Those accepted into the program woul d open IDAs to capitalize on their existing businesses. IDAs are savings a ccounts that match the deposits of participants - up to a pre-determined m aximum. The match program can be as brief as six months or as long as two years. First Federal Bank and JD Bank are the banking partners in this ini tiative. To apply\, pick up an application at Project Build A Future\, 2 306 3rd St.in Lake Charles\, or contact Alyssa Hebert at 337-439-7191 or a lyssah@projectbuildafuture.org. Applications will be processed in the orde r they are received. A program orientation is being held from 6-7 p.m. Tue sday\, Feb. 12 at the Allen P. August Multipurpose Annex\, 2000 Moeling St . in Lake Charles. The orientation will cover information such as eligibil ity criteria\, eligible uses of the grant funds\, and required course work . For more information about the program\, visit www.assetbuildersswla.org . X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Asset Builders of Southwest Louisiana&rsquo \;s Business Capitalization Program wants to help more small business owne rs in Southwest Louisiana.

The Asset Builders Program is known for helping residents in the five-parish area with low-to-moderate incomes to save to buy homes. With the addition of the Business Capitalization Compo nent\, the program is also able to help existing business owners capitaliz e on their investments.

A partnership of the Calcasieu Parish Poli ce Jury Human Services Department\, Project Build a Future\, the Lake Char les North Redevelopment Authority\, the Southwest Louisiana Economic Devel opment Alliance and the Louisiana Small Business Development Center at McN eese State University\, this initiative is being partially funded through the Calcasieu Parish Public Trust Authority and other local agencies. Matc hes are handled through a federal Individual Development Account (IDA) run by Asset Builders of Southwest Louisiana\, along with a partnering bank.< /p>
Those eligible for the program are business owners in the five-par ish area who meet the following criteria: They must live in Allen\, Beaure gard\, Calcasieu\, Cameron\, or Jeff Davis parishes\; must be one year act ive in business\; must have a gross household income that is less than 200 percent of the federal poverty line and $10\,000 or less in personal/busi ness assets\; must have a business banking account\, EIN\, Schedule C (if applicable)\, and occupational license (if required by their local governm ent)\; and they must attend a program orientation and a series of CORE Tra ining classes.

Those accepted into the program would open IDAs to capitalize on their existing businesses. IDAs are savings accounts that ma tch the deposits of participants - up to a pre-determined maximum. The mat ch program can be as brief as six months or as long as two years. First Fe deral Bank and JD Bank are the banking partners in this initiative.
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To apply\, pick up an application at Project Build A Fut ure\, 2306 3rd St.in Lake Charles\, or contact Alyssa Hebert at 337-439-71 91 or alyssah@projectbuil dafuture.org. \;Applications will be processed in the order they a re received.

A program orientation is being held from 6-7 p.m. Tue sday\, Feb. 12 at the Allen P. August Multipurpose Annex\, 2000 Moeling St . in Lake Charles. The orientation will cover information such as eligibil ity criteria\, eligible uses of the grant funds\, and required course work .

For more information about the program\, visit \;www.assetbuildersswla.org. \;
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190204T1847400Z-583899-507@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190218T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190218T040000 SUMMARY:LifeShare Blood Drive DESCRIPTION:In conjunction with the presentation of Steel Magnolias\, the L utcher Theater hosts a LifeShare blood drive Monday\, February 18\, 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. in the theater parking lot to replenish the low supply of blood in Southeast Texas. The Lutcher Theater's inspiration for the bl ood drive came from the scene in Steel Magnoliaswhen M'Lynn selflessly giv es a kidney to her daughter\, Shelby. Community members can share their lo ve by participating in a simple act of giving by donating blood to save a life. Donors will enter into a drawing to win tickets to the show\, Stee l Magnolias\, Tuesday\, February 19\, 2019\, at 7:30 p.m. “Steel Magno lias is one of my all-time favorite movies\, it signifies love\, family an d sacrifice for others\,” explains Nicole Murray\, Account Manager for Li feShare Blood Center. “To partner up with Lutcher Theater is such an hono r. Especially for us to be able to bring awareness to the importance of o rgan and blood donations. These two selfless acts truly save lives each a nd every day.” There is no substitute for human blood even with the late st technology and medical advances. According to the LifeShare website\, ' one in every three people will need blood at some point in their life.' The donation process only takes up to 15 minutes. Anyone at least 16 year s of age\, weighing at least 110 pounds and is in good health can donate b lood. Sixteen-year-olds must submit a permission form signed by a parent o r guardian. Potential donors need to bring photo identification and be able to list current medications. Most medications do not interfere with d onating blood. On the day of the drive it is essential to eat a diet hi gh in iron and increase fluid intake to help ensure the process go smoothl y. Donors may resume regular activity after giving. For more informatio n about donating blood visit the lifeshare.org. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
In conjunction with the presentation of \;Steel Magnolias\, the Lutc her Theater hosts a LifeShare \;blood drive \;Monday\, February 18\, 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. in the theater parking lot to replen ish the low supply of blood in Southeast Texas. \;

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The Lutcher Theate r's inspiration for the \;b lood drive \;came from the scene in \;Steel Magnoliasw hen M'Lynn selflessly gives a kidney to her daughter\, Shelby. Community m embers can share their love by participating in a simple act of giving by donating blood to save a life.

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Donors will enter into a drawing to win tickets to the show\, \;Steel Magnolias\, Tuesday\, \;

February 19\, 2019\, at 7:30 p.m . \;

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&ldquo\;Steel Magnolias \;is one of my all-time favorite movies\, it signifies love\, famil y and sacrifice \;
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partner up with Lutcher Theater is such an honor. Espec ially for us to be able to bring \ ;

awareness to the importance of organ and blood donati ons. These two selfless acts truly&nbs p\;

save lives each and every day.&rdquo\;

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There is no substitute for human blood even with the l atest technology and medical advances. According to the LifeShare website\ , 'one in every three people will need blood at some point in their life.' \;

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The donation process only takes up to 15 minutes. Anyone at least 16 years of age\, weighing at least 110 pounds and is in good health can donate blood. Sixteen-year-olds must submit a permission form signed by a parent or guardian.&n bsp\;

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Potential donors need to brin g photo identification and be able to list current medications. Most medic ations do not interfere with donating blood. \;

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On the day of the dri ve it is essential to eat a diet high in iron and increase fluid intake to help ensure the process go smoothly. Donors may resume regular activity a fter giving. \;

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For more information about donating blood visit the ~~\;lifeshare.org.~~
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190204T1906390Z-583899-517@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200311T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200311T150000 SUMMARY:Housing Advocacy Meetings DESCRIPTION:In response to the shortage of affordable and accessible housin g in Louisiana\, the Governor's Advisory Council on Disability Affairs (GA CDA) will host a series of housing advocacy meetings to provide valuable i nformation to disability advocates to help facilitate participation in the coordinated statewide plan to advocate for affordable and accessible hous ing. Anyone interested in improving the opportunities for affordable and a ccessible housing for individuals with disabilities is encouraged to atten d. The GACDA committee on Housing seeks interested parties to participat e in the coordinated statewide plan for affordable and accessible housing. Southwest Louisiana Independent Center\, 4320 Lake St\, Lake Charles LA Click here to register for Lake Charles: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/944 94448439 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
In response to the shortage of af fordable and accessible housing in Louisiana\, the Governor's Advisory Cou ncil on Disability Affairs (GACDA) will host a series of housing advocacy meetings to provide valuable information to disability advocates to help f acilitate participation in the coordinated statewide plan to advocate for affordable and accessible housing. Anyone interested in improving the oppo rtunities for affordable and accessible housing for individuals with disab ilities is encouraged to attend.

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The GACDA committee on Housing seeks interested parties to partici pate in the coordinated statewide plan for affordable and accessible housi ng.

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Southwest Louisiana I ndependent Center\, 4320 Lake St\, Lake Charles LA Click here to register for Lake Charles: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/94494448439
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:SWLA Independent Center UID:20200309T1237580Z-583899-1086@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191009T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191009T140000 SUMMARY:Moss Lake Village: Open House DESCRIPTION:First Flight Holdings and ATCO are hosting a tour of the Moss L ake Village Camp. Come for a tour and stay for lunch! This facility has 760 beds and amenities such as laundry\, gym\, basketball court\, basebal l field\, and more. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
First Flight Holdings and ATCO are hosting a tour of the Moss Lake Village Camp. Come for a tour and stay for lunch!& nbsp\;

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This facility has 760 beds and amenities su ch as laundry\, gym\, basketball court\, baseball field\, and more.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Moss Lake Village UID:20191002T1825070Z-583899-932@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191122T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191122T120000 SUMMARY:Section 8 Landlord Workshop and Recruitment Event DESCRIPTION:The Calcasieu Parish Human Services Housing Department will hos t a free Landlord Worskshop and Recruitment event from 9 a.m.- 11 a.m. Fri day\, Nov. 22 at the Allen P. August Sr. Multipurpose Center\, 2000 Moelin g St.\, in Lake Charles. The session will cover the process\, expectation s and rewards of becoming a landlord under the Housing Choice Voucher Sect ion 8 Program. Speaker at the event will be James DeBlanc\, Parish Housing Inspector. “Becoming a Section 8 landlord is an investment in the next g eneration’s success. Landlords support the community by offering affordabl e housing and receive rent payments on time\,” said DeBlanc. Other topics to be discussed at the session include an overview of Section 8 Housing\, Section 8 vouchers from the landlord’s perspective\, the eviction process\ , Fair Housing regulations\, the importance of rental inspections\, and mo re. Section 8 of the Housing Act of 1937 authorizes rental housing assist ance payments to private landlords. Section 8 tenants must qualify as a fa mily as defined by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Devel opment (HUD)\, and must also meet specific income limits and other qualifi cations to be considered for the program. Anyone who owns or manages rent al property outside the city limits is encouraged to attend. For more inf ormation\, call CPPJ Housing at 337-721-4030\, ext. 5119. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Calcasieu Parish Human Services Housing Department will host a free Landlord Worskshop and Recruitment event from 9 a.m.- 11 a.m. Friday\, Nov. 22 at the Allen P. August Sr. Multipurpose Center\, 2000 Moeling St.\, in Lake Charles. \;

The session wi ll cover the process\, expectations and rewards of becoming a landlord und er the Housing Choice Voucher Section 8 Program. Speaker at the event will be James DeBlanc\, Parish Housing Inspector. \;

&ldquo\;Becom ing a Section 8 landlord is an investment in the next generation&rsquo\;s success. Landlords support the community by offering affordable housing an d receive rent payments on time\,&rdquo\; said DeBlanc.

Other topi cs to be discussed at the session include an overview of Section 8 Housing \, Section 8 vouchers from the landlord&rsquo\;s perspective\, the evictio n process\, Fair Housing regulations\, the importance of rental inspection s\, and more. \;

Section 8 of the Housing Act of 1937 authoriz es rental housing assistance payments to private landlords. Section 8 tena nts must qualify as a family as defined by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)\, and must also meet specific income limits and other qualifications to be considered for the program. \;
Anyone who owns or manages rental property outside the city limits is encouraged to attend. \;

For more information\, call CPPJ H ousing at 337-721-4030\, ext. 5119.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Allen P. August Multipurpose Center UID:20191106T1938010Z-583899-978@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190202T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190202T133000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: LOVE Door Hanger DESCRIPTION:Make a LOVE heart shaped door hanger for your room. Class begin s at 11:30am and is limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Make a LOVE heart shaped door hanger for yo ur room. Class begins at 11:30am and is limited to 20 children\, ages 4 an d up. \;
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190204T1648580Z-583899-495@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190209T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190209T133000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Sasol's Second Saturday Science Show DESCRIPTION:Sasol continues its 5S Project with “Food Chemistry” at 11:30 a .m. Presenter Kelly Grenier will perform DNA extraction from strawberries and look at the chemical roles different ingredients play in recipes. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Sasol continues its 5S Project with &ldquo\ ;Food Chemistry&rdquo\; at 11:30 a.m. Presenter Kelly Grenier will perform DNA extraction from strawberries and look at the chemical roles different ingredients play in recipes.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190204T1650330Z-583899-496@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190212T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190212T150000 SUMMARY:Early Steps Transition DESCRIPTION:EarlySteps and Families Helping Families of SWLA would like to invite you to attend an EarlySteps Transition Workshop from 1 PM to 3 PM T uesday\, February 12\, 2019 at Families Helping Families of SWLA\, 2927 Ho dges Street\, Lake Charles\, LA 70601.    This workshop will share inform ation on what every parent needs to know about EarlySteps Transition. Joi n China Guillory\, EarlySteps Community Outreach Specialist\, as she walks you through the process of transition from EarlySteps. Guest Speaker: My linda Elliott will talk about IDEA Transition for 3 year olds. MUST REGI STER to Attend! - Limited Seating!   X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
EarlySteps and Families Helping Families of SWLA would like to invite you to attend \;an EarlySteps Transition Workshop from 1 PM to 3 PM Tuesday\, February 12\, 2019 at Families Helpin g Families of SWLA\, 2927 Hodges Street\, Lake Charles\, LA 70601. \;< /div>

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This workshop will share inf ormation on what every parent needs to know about EarlySteps Transition.&n bsp\; Join China Guillory\, EarlySteps \;Community Outreach Specialist \, as she walks you through the process of transition from EarlySteps.&nbs p\; Guest Speaker: Mylinda Elliott will talk about IDEA Transition for 3 y ear olds.

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MUST \;REGISTER to Attend! - Limited Seating! \; \;

CATEGORIES:Education UID:20190128T2119230Z-583899-493@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190304T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190304T210000 SUMMARY:Big Brothers Big Sisters: Lundi Gras DESCRIPTION:Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Louisiana (BBBS-SWLA)\, w ith Premiere Sponsor Golden Nugget Lake Charles and Title Sponsor Tito’s H andmade Vodka\, is excited to announce their 2nd annual Lundi Gras Day Par ty to be held on Monday\, March 4th\, 2019. Lundi Gras parties have become a staple in the New Orleans Mardi Gras scene\, and this event aims to bri ng the party right here to Southwest Louisiana. “This event is aiming to t ake the day party concept—made popular by young professionals in New Orlea ns—and continue that trend here to Southwest Louisiana\,” says BBBS-SWLA E xecutive Director\, Erin Davison. “Everyone loves a good party in SWLA and now we can party while raising money that goes toward mentoring programs for the children here in Southwest Louisiana.” The event will take place o n Monday\, March 4th from 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. at Blue Martini inside the Golden Nugget Lake Charles. Live music provided by Jarvis Jacob & the Sou thern Gents with DJ Big Boy Chill of 107Jamz and Tha Chill Factory. There will be a signature cocktail provided by Tito’s Vodka. The event will be c ocktail attire and Mardi Gras masks are required! BBBS-SWLA will be auctio ning off an original\, signed Candice Alexander with the Alexander Art Stu dio 2019 Mardi Gras Framed Poster\, and local artist Heather Boston will b e painting “live” during the event\, creating a piece of art to auction of f while you watch. Tickets are $75 and includes two tickets for our Tito’s signature cocktail\, food\, and entertainment. All details with the link to purchase tickets can be found at www.bbbsswla.org. Ages 21 and over. BB BS-SWLA will also be partnering with Lyft to offer a “safe ride” option fo r Lundi Gras Day Party attendees. Discount code provided with ticket purch ase. Only one per rider\, the discount offers $10 off a safe ride either t o or from the LGDP. The discount is good for any ride to Sulphur/Moss Blu ff/Iowa/LC area to/from GNLC. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
B ig Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Louisiana (BBBS-SWLA)\, with Premiere Sponsor Golden Nugget Lake Charles and Title Sponsor Tito&rsquo\;s Handma de Vodka\, is excited to announce their 2nd annual Lundi Gras Day Party to be held on Monday\, March 4th\, 2019. Lundi Gras parties have become a st aple in the New Orleans Mardi Gras scene\, and this event aims to bring th e party right here to Southwest Louisiana.

&ldquo\;This event is aiming to take the day party conc ept&mdash\;made popular by young professionals in New Orleans&mdash\;and c ontinue that trend here to Southwest Louisiana\,&rdquo\; says BBBS-SWLA Ex ecutive Director\, Erin Davison. &ldquo\;Everyone loves a good party in SW LA and now we can party while raising money that goes toward mentoring pro grams for the children here in Southwest Louisiana.&rdquo\;

The event will take place on Monday\, March 4th from 5:00 p.m. &ndash\; 9:00 p.m. at Blue Martini inside the Gol den Nugget Lake Charles. Live music provided by Jarvis Jacob &\; the So uthern Gents with DJ Big Boy Chill of 107Jamz and Tha Chill Factory. There will be a signature cocktail provided by Tito&rsquo\;s Vodka. The event w ill be cocktail attire and Mardi Gras masks are required! BBBS-SWLA will b e auctioning off an original\, signed Candice Alexander with the Alexander Art Studio 2019 Mardi Gras Framed Poster\, and local artist Heather Bosto n will be painting &ldquo\;live&rdquo\; during the event\, creating a piec e of art to auction off while you watch. \;Tickets are $75 and include s two tickets for our Tito&rsquo\;s signature cocktail\, food\, and entert ainment. All details with the link to purchase tickets can be found at&nbs p\;www. bbbsswla.org. Ages 21 and over.

BBBS-SWLA will also be partnering with Lyft to offer a &ldquo\ ;safe ride&rdquo\; option for Lundi Gras Day Party attendees. Discount cod e provided with ticket purchase. Only one per rider\, the discount offers $10 off a safe ride either to or from the LGDP. \; The discount is goo d for any ride to Sulphur/Moss Bluff/Iowa/LC area to/from GNLC.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Blue Martini UID:20190204T2013040Z-583899-519@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181201 SUMMARY:Lutcher: Share An Experience DESCRIPTION:The Lutcher presents the largest performing arts series between Houston and New Orleans. The theater is a 1450-seat\, state-of-the-art\, world-class performing arts facility and the prominent presenter of Broadw ay\, national and international tours\, award-winning artists\, renowned d ance and acclaimed children's performances for Southeast Texas and Southwe st Louisiana. If you are a regular theater goer\, or you have never seen a live performance on stage\, the theater is a fun way to spend time with family and friends in 2019. Share an experience to create memories that w ill last a lifetime with an evening at the Lutcher. Start off the new ye ar with a powerful mindset in the fabulously fun\, Legally Blonde\, The Mu sical followed by the comedy of the season\, Something Rotten! Enjoy a gir l’s night out with Steel Magnolias in a heartfelt story about friends that learn family is not always blood. Experience the incredible story behind one of the world's most beloved characters\, Peter Pan\, in Finding Neverl and and then join us for the season finale\, back by popular demand\, Mont y Python’s Spamalot. Share a world-class experience with family and frie nds in 2019 with an outing to the theater. The Lutcher Theater is your hom e for Broadway in Southeast Texas and Southwest Louisiana. Purchase ticket s at lutcher.org or call the Lutcher Theater Box Office at 409.886.5535. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Lutcher presents the largest performi ng arts series between Houston and New Orleans. The theater is a 1450-seat \, state-of-the-art\, world-class performing arts facility and the promine nt presenter of Broadway\, national and international tours\, award-winnin g artists\, renowned dance and acclaimed children's performances for South east Texas and Southwest Louisiana.

\;

If you are a regular theater goer\, or you have never seen a live performance on stage\, the theater is a fun way to spend time with family and friends in 2019. Share an experience to create memories that will last a lifetime wi th an evening at the Lutcher.

\;

Start off th e new year with a powerful mindset in the fabulously fun\,

Leg ally Blonde\, The Musical \;followed by the comedy of the season\,
Something Rotten! \;Enjoy a girl&rsquo\;s night out with \;Steel Magnolias \;in a heartfelt story about friends that learn fami ly is not always blood. Experience the incredible story behind one of the world's most beloved characters\, Peter Pan\, in \;Finding Neverland&n bsp\;and then join us for the season finale\, back by popular demand\,&nbs p\;Monty Python&rsquo\;s Spamalot.

\;

Share a world-class experience with family and friends in 2019 with an outing to the theater. The Lutcher Theater is your home for Broadway in Southeast Te xas and Southwest Louisiana. Purchase tickets at \;lutcher.org \;or call the Lutcher Theater Box Office at 409.886.5535.

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CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lutcher Theater UID:20181211T2201410Z-583899-454@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190419T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190419T223000 SUMMARY:Golden Nugget: Joan Jett DESCRIPTION:Best known for the hit song “I Love Rock ‘n Roll”\, Joan Jett a nd The Blackhearts will perform on Friday\, April 19 at 8:30 PM in the Gra nd Event Center at Golden Nugget Lake Charles. This classic tune held the Number One spot from March 20 to May 1\, 1982. Jett’s other hits include: “Crimson and Clover”\, “Do You Wanna Touch Me”\, “Light of Day”\, “Love i s All Around” and “Bad Reputation”. As the Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll and the Godmother of Punk\, Jett was a 2015 inductee into the Rock and Roll Hall o f Fame.  The melody for her song 'I Hate Myself for Loving You' was used u ntil the 2016 season as the theme music for NBC Sunday Night Football with re-worked lyrics and retitled 'Waiting All Day for Sunday Night'. Ticket s go on sale Friday\, February 8\, available online at www.goldennuggetlc. com or by visiting the Golden Nugget Box Office\, open Tuesday through Sat urday from 11 AM to 7 PM with extended hours on concert days. Tickets purc hased online may be picked up from the Golden Nugget Box Office on the day of the show from 11 AM to 8 PM only. All guests must be 21 or older. For a complete list of upcoming performances and to book your stay at the Gol den Nugget Lake Charles\, please visit www.goldennuggetlc.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Best known for the hit song &ldquo\;I Love Rock &lsquo\;n Roll&rdquo\;\, Joan Jett and The Blackhearts will perform o n Friday\, April 19 at 8:30 PM in the Grand Event Center at Golden Nugget Lake Charles. \; This classic tune held the Number One spot from March 20 to May 1\, 1982. Jett&rsquo\;s \;other hits include: \;&ldquo\ ;Crimson and Clover&rdquo\;\, &ldquo\;Do You Wanna Touch Me&rdquo\;\, &ldq uo\;Light of Day&rdquo\;\, &ldquo\;Love is All Around&rdquo\; and &ldquo\; Bad Reputation&rdquo\;. As the \;Queen of Rock &lsquo\;n&rsquo\; R oll \;and the \;Godmother of Punk\, Jett was a 2015 inductee into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. \; \;The melody for her song 'I Hate Myself for Loving You' was used until the 2016 season as the theme music for \;NBC Sunday Night Football \;with re-worked lyrics and retitled 'W aiting All Day for Sunday Night'. \;

Tickets go on sale Friday \, February 8\, available online at \;www.goldennuggetlc.com \;or by visi ting the Golden Nugget Box Office\, open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 AM to 7 PM with extended hours on concert days. Tickets purchased online m ay be picked up from the Golden Nugget Box Office on the day of the show f rom 11 AM to 8 PM only. All guests must be 21 or older. \;

For a complete list of upcoming performances and to book your stay at the Gol den Nugget Lake Charles\, please visit \;www.goldennuggetlc.com.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Golden Nugget UID:20190128T2116190Z-583899-491@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190414 SUMMARY:Palm Sunday Tour of Homes DESCRIPTION: Forty Fourth Annual Palm Sunday Tour of Homes Announced for A pril 14 The Forty Fourth Annual Palm Sunday Tour of Homes will be on Apr il 14\, 2019\, Palm Sunday afternoon from one p.m to five p.m. according t o Karen Miller\, steering committee chair. The theme will be: Innovatio ns and Traditions Between the Parks. Five private residences and one gard en space will be on Tour. Properties are located in the prestigious neigh borhoods between Lock Park and Drew Park in vintage shoreline Lake Charles . Drew Park and Lock Park are jewel box public parks and they bracket som e of Lake Charles’s most desirable neighborhoods including Margaret Place\ , Shell Beach Drive\, and Alvin and Watkins Streets. Staff and docent tou r guides will provide historical content and color information at each of the properties on the day of the Tour. Innovations and Traditions will f ocus on stylish interiors including upgraded Craftsman inspired features o n two fabulous family homes\, a complete re-working of a vintage fire hous e now used as a guest house\, an authentic bungalow cottage updated for co ntemporary living\, and the glamorous retirement property designed for ret ired Louisiana reform governor Sam H. Jones and wife Louise. A charming c ourtyard garden on the Lake is also a part of the Tour menu. The Palm Su nday Tour of Homes is a Southwest Louisiana tradition and one of the sprin g’s showcase cultural and social events. Tickets for the Tour will be av ailable beginning March 10th at several retail outlets in the Lake Charles area or online at the Preservation Society website: CalcasieuPreservation .org. Pre-event tickets are $10\, and tickets on the day of the Tour are $15. A full color program with local historical information\, tour map\, and a suggested tea-room will be available on the day of the Tour at the T our Headquarters\, Drew Park Pavilion on Dr. Michael Debakey Drive beginni ng at 12:30 PM. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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Forty Fourth Annual P alm Sunday Tour of Homes Announced for April 14

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The Forty Fourth Annual Palm Sunday Tour of Homes will be on April 1 4\, 2019\, Palm Sunday afternoon from one p.m to five p.m. according to Ka ren Miller\, steering committee chair. \; \;The theme will be:&nb sp\; Innovations and Traditions Between the Parks. \; Five private res idences and one garden space will be on Tour. \; Properties are locate d in the prestigious neighborhoods between Lock Park and Drew Park in vint age shoreline Lake Charles. \; Drew Park and Lock Park are jewel box p ublic parks and they bracket some of Lake Charles&rsquo\;s most desirable neighborhoods including Margaret Place\, Shell Beach Drive\, and Alvin and Watkins Streets. \; Staff and docent tour guides will provide histori cal content and color information at each of the properties on the day of the Tour.

\;

Innovations and Traditions will focus on stylish interiors including upgraded Craftsman inspired features on two fabulous family homes\, a complete re-working of a vintage fire hou se now used as a guest house\, an authentic bungalow cottage updated for c ontemporary living\, and the glamorous retirement property designed for re tired Louisiana reform governor Sam H. Jones and wife Louise. \; A cha rming courtyard garden on the Lake is also a part of the Tour menu.

\;

The Palm Sunday Tour of Homes is a Southwest Lou isiana tradition and one of the spring&rsquo\;s showcase cultural and soci al events.

\;

Tickets for the Tour will be av ailable beginning March 10th at several retail outlets in the Lake Charles area or online at the Preservation Society website: CalcasieuPreservation .org. \; Pre-event tickets are $10\, and tickets on the day of the Tou r are $15. \; A full color program with local historical information\, tour map\, and a suggested tea-room will be available on the day of the T our at the Tour Headquarters\, Drew Park Pavilion on Dr. Michael Debakey D rive beginning at 12:30 PM. \;
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190128T2117510Z-583899-492@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191123T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191123T213000 SUMMARY:Georgia on My Mind: Celebrating the Music of Ray Charles DESCRIPTION:The Lutcher Theater presents\, Georgia On My Mind: Celebrating The Music of Ray Charles\, Saturday\, November 23\, 2019 at 7:30pm. This b rassy\, swinging show celebrates the iconic “genius of soul” Ray Charles’ music with an all-star cast of award-winning performers featuring 10-time Grammy® Award Winner & Gospel Music Hall of Famers\, Take 6\, Emmy Award W inner and Grammy® Nominee\, Clint Holmes\, 6-time Grammy® nominated vocali st\, Nnenna Freelon\, and 3-time Grammy® Award Winner and 14-time Grammy® Nominee\, Tom Scott. Tickets start at $55 and are available now at www.lut cher.org. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Lutcher Theater presents \, \;Georgia On My Mind: Celebrating The Music of Ray Charles\, Saturd ay\, November 23\, 2019 at 7:30pm. This brassy\, swinging show celebrates the iconic &ldquo\;genius of soul&rdquo\; Ray Charles&rsquo\; music with a n all-star cast of award-winning performers featuring 10-time Grammy®\; Award Winner &\; Gospel Music Hall of Famers\, \;Take 6\, Emmy Awa rd Winner and Grammy®\; Nominee\, \;Clint Holmes\, 6-time Grammy&re g\; nominated vocalist\, \;Nnenna Freelon\, and 3-time Grammy®\; Aw ard Winner and 14-time Grammy®\; Nominee\, \;Tom Scott. Tickets sta rt at $55 and are available now at \;www.lutcher.org.

\; CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lutcher Theater UID:20191106T1952370Z-583899-979@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190210T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190210T160000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Puppy Love DESCRIPTION:Make a cute puppy for Valentine’s Day using hearts. Class begin s at 2 p.m. and is limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Make a cute puppy for Valentine&rsquo\;s Da y using hearts. Class begins at 2 p.m. and is limited to 20 children\, age s 4 and up.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190204T1652480Z-583899-497@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200117 SUMMARY:Geaux Tech DESCRIPTION:The Department of Education Professions at McNeese State Univer sity will host its third annual “Geaux Teach” event for high school junior s and seniors Friday\, Jan. 17. The event allows students in the five-par ish area to get a first-hand look at what it takes to be a teacher. This year students will participate in escape room style activities that align with content material in PK-12 grade education. Geaux Teach events are des igned to “unlock” students’ passion and desire to positively impact others through the teaching profession. For more information or to register your students\, contact Dr. Kathleen Williams at kwilliams1@mcneese.edu. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Department of Education Professions at McNeese State University will host its third annual &ldquo\;Geaux Teach&rd quo\; event for high school juniors and seniors Friday\, Jan. 17. \;
The event allows students in the five-parish area to get a first-ha nd look at what it takes to be a teacher. \;

This year student s will participate in escape room style activities that align with content material in PK-12 grade education. Geaux Teach events are designed to &ld quo\;unlock&rdquo\; students&rsquo\; passion and desire to positively impa ct others through the teaching profession.

For more information or to register your students\, contact Dr. Kathleen Williams at kwilliams1@mcneese.edu.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20200109T1846270Z-583899-1035@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191105T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191105T083000 SUMMARY:Family Foundation Hosts Philanthropists of the Year Awards DESCRIPTION:The Family Foundation of Southwest Louisiana (Family Foundation )\, the endowment arm of Family & Youth counseling Agency (Family & Youth) \, will honor 2 giving individuals\, 2 rising philanthropist\, and 1 corpo ration in our community for giving their time\, talent\, and treasure for the betterment of Southwest Louisiana during the Philanthropy Celebration and Awards Breakfast\, presented by Entergy\, at L’Auberge Casino Resort o n Tuesday\, November 5\, 2019 at 7:30 a.m. Philanthropist of the Year: Mar tha Core & Clodile Romero Rising Philanthropist of the Year: Callie Doucet Wallace Myers Corporate Philanthropist of the Year: Imperial Health Cente r for Orthopaedics Philanthropy is the act of individual citizens contribu ting money or goods\, along with their time and skills\, to promote the we ll-being of others and the betterment of the community in which they live. Tickets for the event are $25 per individual or $180 for a table of eight . To purchase tickets please visit www.fyca.org or contact Bethany Trahan at bethany@fyca.org or 337-436-9533. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Family Foundation of Southwest Louisian a (Family Foundation)\, the endowment arm \;of Family &\; Youth cou nseling Agency (Family &\; Youth)\, will honor 2 giving individuals\, 2 rising philanthropist\, \;and 1 corporation in our community for givi ng their time\, talent\, and treasure for the betterment of \;Southwes t Louisiana during the Philanthropy Celebration and Awards Breakfast\, pre sented by Entergy\, at \;L&rsquo\;Auberge Casino Resort on Tuesday\, N ovember 5\, 2019 at 7:30 a.m.

Philanthropist of the Year:
Martha Core &\; Clodile Romero

Rising Phi lanthropist of the Year:
Callie Doucet
Wallace Myers

Corporate Philanthrop ist of the Year:
Imperial Health Center for Orthopaedics

Philanthropy is the act of individual citizens contributing money or go ods\, along with their time and skills\, to \;promote the well-being o f others and the betterment of the community in which they live. \;Tic kets for the event are $25 per individual or $180 for a table of eight. To purchase tickets please visit \;www.fyca.org or contact Bethany Traha n at bethany@fyca.org or 337-436-9533.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:L'Auberge Casino Resort UID:20191101T1400560Z-583899-965@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191206T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191206T160000 SUMMARY:McNeese Student Holiday Art Sale DESCRIPTION:The McNeese State University Student Art Association’s annual h oliday art sale will be held from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday\, Dec. 6\, in the G rand Gallery on the first floor of the Shearman Fine Arts Annex. McNeese a rt students and faculty will be displaying over 300 artworks produced duri ng the fall semester for sale. Works will include wheel-thrown as well as hand-built ceramic vessels\, photographs\, drawings\, artists books\, pain tings\, mixed media works and a wide range of printing processes. For more information contact the McNeese Department of Visual Arts at 337-475-5060 . Persons needing accommodations as provided by the Americans with Disabil ities Act should contact the ADA Coordinator at 337-475-5428\, voice\; 337 -475-5960\, fax\; 337-562-4227\, TDD/TTY\, hearing impaired\; or by email at cdo@mcneese.edu. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The McNeese State University Student Art As sociation&rsquo\;s annual holiday art sale will be
held from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday\, Dec. 6\, in the Grand Gallery on the first floor of the She arman \;Fine Arts Annex.

McNeese art students and faculty will be displaying over 300 artworks produced during the \;fall semester f or sale. Works will include wheel-thrown as well as hand-built ceramic ves sels\, \;photographs\, drawings\, artists books\, paintings\, mixed me dia works and a wide range of printing \;processes.

For more information contact the McNeese Department of Visual Arts at 337-475- 5060.
Persons needing accommodations as provided by the Americans wit h Disabilities Act should \;contact the ADA Coordinator at 337-475-542 8\, voice\; 337-475-5960\, fax\; 337-562-4227\, \;TDD/TTY\, hearing im paired\; or by email at cdo@mcneese.edu.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Shearman Fine Arts Annext UID:20191203T1510400Z-583899-987@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200201 SUMMARY:Summer Science Camp: Registration Open DESCRIPTION:The Childdren's Museum is now registering for their Summer Scie nce Camp for 7-12 year olds. They can explore general science\, chemisty\, physics\, and math! It will take place over the week of June 15. $110 for non-members\, $100 for members Call 433-9420 for more information. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Childdren's Museum is now registering f or their Summer Science Camp for 7-12 year olds. They can explore general science\, chemisty\, physics\, and math! It will take place over the week of June 15.

$110 for non-members\, $100 for members

Call 4 33-9420 for more information.

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CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20200210T1549510Z-583899-1059@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190214 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Valentine's Day Crafts DESCRIPTION:We are making Valentine’s Day cards in the ArtSpace! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
We are making Valentine&rsquo\;s Day card s in the ArtSpace!

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CATEGORIES:General UID:20190204T1657370Z-583899-499@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190211T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190211T123000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: 'I Heart STEM' Homeschool Day DESCRIPTION:Join us in the ArtSpace from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. for STEM experi ments and crafts. Activities include the Heart Structure Challenge\, Skitt les Heart Rainbow\, Floating Hearts and Tinker Love Bugs using materials f ound in our tinker tray. If you are homeschooling\, join us from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. for a chance to interact with others doing the same. Admission is $6 .50 per person for homeschooling families. The activities and crafts are o pen to all children. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us in the ArtSpace from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. for STEM experiments and crafts. Activities include the Heart Structu re Challenge\, Skittles Heart Rainbow\, Floating Hearts and Tinker Love Bu gs using materials found in our tinker tray. If you are homeschooling\, jo in us from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. for a chance to interact with others doing the s ame. Admission is $6.50 per person for homeschooling families. The activit ies and crafts are open to all children.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190204T1654230Z-583899-498@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200109T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200109T180000 SUMMARY:Teen Connection: Be Your Own Boss—Start Your Own Business DESCRIPTION:The upcoming Teen Connection workshop will teach attendees abou t entrepreneurship. Please share this information with your students/mente es. Details regarding the workshop are listed below: Topic: Be Your Own Boss—Start Your Own Business Date: Thursday\, January 9\, 2020 Time: 5pm to 6pm Location: Huber Park Community Center (2401 4th Avenue\, Lake Charl es\, LA 70601) Admission: FREE We will be giving away copies of the awar d winning book\, “How to Turn $100 into $1\,000\,000”. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The upcoming Teen Connection workshop will teach attendees about entrepreneurship. Please share this information with your students/mentees. \;Details regarding the workshop are listed b elow:

\;

Topic: Be Your Own Boss&mdash\;Start Your Ow n Business

Date: Thursday\, January 9\, 2020

Time: 5pm to 6pm

Location: Huber Park Community Center (2401 4^th&nbs p\;Avenue\, Lake Charles\, LA 70601)

Admission: FREE

\;

We will be giving away copies of the award winning book\, &ldqu o\;How to Turn $100 into $1\,000\,000&rdquo\;. \; \;
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Huber Recreation Center UID:20200109T1849500Z-583899-1037@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191018T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191018T100000 SUMMARY:‘Louisiana Illustrators’ Exhibition to Open at Historic City Hall Arts and Cultural Center DESCRIPTION:Historic City Hall Arts and Cultural Center will host an art ex hibition celebrating the work of eleven Louisiana illustrators beginning o n Friday\, October 18. The exhibit includes 100 illustrations from childre n’s books published in Lake Charles by Ally-Gator Bookbites\, an independe nt publishing company\, and will be on display through November 30. The i llustrators hail from New Orleans to Lake Charles and tons of cities in be tween. Featured artists include Candice Alexander\, Tim Banfell\, David Be rtrand\, Erin Casteel\, Lydia Crochet\, Anne Dentler\, Mary Beth Hebert\, Gregory LeBlanc\, Kathern Peal\, Rebecca Stelly and Paula Windham. “This show is very personal to me because I have spent years working with each o f these illustrators to publish some of the most wonderfully impactful boo ks\,” said Tommie Townsley\, owner and publisher of Ally-Gator Bookbites. “This exhibition demonstrates the skill and imagination of our illustrator s and is diverse in its range of media. A walk through the show is like a walk down memory lane and will have you feeling like a child again.” A ga llery talk featuring many of the featured illustrators is planned for Tues day\, October 29 at 5:30. Following a brief presentation\, a Q&A session w ill reveal insight in the artists’ inspiration for their work. Another traveling exhibition\, “The Global Language of Headwear\,” will open on Tu esday\, November 5. A joint reception for both exhibits is planned for Nov ember 5 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. There is no cost for admission\, and refreshme nts will be served. While visiting Historic City Hall\, do not miss the A rtisans’ Gallery’s Fall Exhibition\, which is comprised of the work of 22 local artisans offering an array of ceramics\, sculptures\, paintings and much more. All works in the Artisans’ Gallery will be available for purcha se Historic City Hall is open Monday through Friday\, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. a nd Saturday\, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free. Charlestown Farmers’ Ma rket is open on Bilbo Street behind the center every Saturday 8 a.m.to noo n. For more information\, please call 491-9147 or visit www.cityoflakechar les.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Historic City Hall Arts and Cultural Center will host an art exhibition celebrating the work of eleven Louisiana illu strators beginning on Friday\, October 18. The exhibit includes 100 illust rations from children&rsquo\;s books published in Lake Charles by Ally-Gat or Bookbites\, an independent publishing company\, and will be on display through November 30. \;

The illustrators hail from New Orleans to Lake Charles and tons of cities in between. Featured artists include C andice Alexander\, Tim Banfell\, David Bertrand\, Erin Casteel\, Lydia Cro chet\, Anne Dentler\, Mary Beth Hebert\, Gregory LeBlanc\, Kathern Peal\, Rebecca Stelly and Paula Windham. \;

&ldquo\;This show is very personal to me because I have spent years working with each of these illu strators to publish some of the most wonderfully impactful books\,&rdquo\; said Tommie Townsley\, owner and publisher of Ally-Gator Bookbites. &ldqu o\;This exhibition demonstrates the skill and imagination of our illustrat ors and is diverse in its range of media. A walk through the show is like a walk down memory lane and will have you feeling like a child again.&rdqu o\; \;

A gallery talk featuring many of the featured illustrat ors is planned for Tuesday\, October 29 at 5:30. Following a brief present ation\, a Q&\;A session will reveal insight in the artists&rsquo\; insp iration for their work. \; \;

Another traveling exhibitio n\, &ldquo\;The Global Language of Headwear\,&rdquo\; will open on Tuesday \, November 5. A joint reception for both exhibits is planned for November 5 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. There is no cost for admission\, and refreshments w ill be served. \;

While visiting Historic City Hall\, do not m iss the Artisans&rsquo\; Gallery&rsquo\;s Fall Exhibition\, which is compr ised of the work of 22 local artisans offering an array of \;ceramics\ , sculptures\, paintings and much more. All works in the Artisans&rsquo\; Gallery will be available for purchase \;

Historic City Hall i s open Monday through Friday\, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday\, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free. Charlestown Farmers&rsquo\; Market is open on B ilbo Street behind the center every Saturday 8 \;a.m.to \;noon. For more information\, please call 491-91 47 or visit \;www.cityoflakecharles.com.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center UID:20191009T1529180Z-583899-935@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201113T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201113T183000 SUMMARY:Art 6-Feet Apart: The Fresh Coat Quartet DESCRIPTION: The City of Lake Charles is launching a new outdoor cultural series on Friday\, November 13\, as a way to showcase many of the brillian t artists and arts organizations in Southwest Louisiana. “Art 6-Feet Apart ” will include a variety of art forms including theater\, music and dance\ , as well as a poetry reading\, a visual art demonstration\, and virtual l earning opportunities. The pop-up demonstrations will be held in a variety of downtown venues including Historic City Hall’s Plaza (1001 Ryan Street )\, Central School’s Plaza (809 Kirby Street)\, the Transit Center Pavilio n (1155 Ryan Street) and Ten Pin Alley (behind 1910 Restaurant). “Our are a is rich in culture\, and the arts have the power to bring us together an d give us a shared hope for the future\, and as we find ourselves preparin g to wrap up a year that has brought us a global pandemic and catastrophic damage from two hurricanes\, we can all use a little hope\,” said Mayor N ic Hunter. “I’m pleased to announce that our local community of musicians\ , artists and nonprofits are providing some uplifting entertainment\, in a safe\, socially distant manner. Due to continued health concerns related to COVID-19\, we’re being creative and planning these events in some of ou r underutilized outdoor venues.” The series kicks off on Friday\, Novembe r 13 at 6 p.m. at Historic City Hall’s Front Plaza with a musical performa nce by “The Fresh Coat Quartet.” The group will be playing a combination o f Beatles songs and other funk/jazz numbers. Each performance will run onl y sixty minutes. All events are free for attendees\, but pre-registration is required\, as each event will be limited to only 50 in-person attendee s to allow for social distancing. Registration can be completed at www.cit yoflakecharles.com or by calling 337 491-9147. Each of the performances wi ll also be streamed on www.facebook.com/historiccityhallartsandculture X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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The City of Lake Charles is launching a new outdoor cultural series o n Friday\, November 13\, as a way to showcase many of the brilliant artist s and arts organizations in Southwest Louisiana. &ldquo\;Art 6-Feet Apart& rdquo\; will include a variety of art forms including theater\, music and dance\, as well as a poetry reading\, a visual art demonstration\, and vir tual learning opportunities. The pop-up demonstrations will be held in a v ariety of downtown venues including Historic City Hall&rsquo\;s Plaza (100 1 Ryan Street)\, Central School&rsquo\;s Plaza (809 Kirby Street)\, the Tr ansit Center Pavilion (1155 Ryan Street) and Ten Pin Alley (behind 1910 Re staurant). \;

&ldquo\;O ur area is rich in culture\, and the arts have the power to bring us toget her and give us a shared hope for the future\, and as we find ourselves pr eparing to wrap up a year that has brought us a global pandemic and catast rophic damage from two hurricanes\, we can all use a little hope\,&rdquo\; said Mayor Nic Hunter. &ldquo\;I&rsquo\;m pleased to announce that our lo cal community of musicians\, artists and nonprofits are providing some upl ifting entertainment\, in a safe\, socially distant manner. Due to continu ed health concerns related to COVID-19\, we&rsquo\;re being creative and p lanning these events in some of our underutilized outdoor venues.&rdquo\;< /span> \;

The series kicks off on Friday\, November 13 at 6 p.m. at Historic City Hall&rsquo\;s Front Pl aza with a musical performance by &ldquo\;The Fresh Coat Quartet.&rdquo\; The group will be playing a combination of Beatles songs and other funk/ja zz numbers. Each performance will run only sixty minutes. \;

All events are free for attendees\, but pre-registration is required\, as each event will be limited to only 5 0 in-person attendees to allow for social distancing. Registration can be completed at \;www.cityoflakecharles.com \;or by calling 337 491-9 147. Each of the performances will also be streamed on \;www.facebook. com/historiccityhallartsandculture
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center UID:20201106T2201360Z-583899-1120@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201114T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201114T190000 SUMMARY:Art 6-Feet Apart: The Deep End DESCRIPTION: The City of Lake Charles is launching a new outdoor cultural series on Friday\, November 13\, as a way to showcase many of the brillian t artists and arts organizations in Southwest Louisiana. “Art 6-Feet Apart ” will include a variety of art forms including theater\, music and dance\ , as well as a poetry reading\, a visual art demonstration\, and virtual l earning opportunities. The pop-up demonstrations will be held in a variety of downtown venues including Historic City Hall’s Plaza (1001 Ryan Street )\, Central School’s Plaza (809 Kirby Street)\, the Transit Center Pavilio n (1155 Ryan Street) and Ten Pin Alley (behind 1910 Restaurant). “Our ar ea is rich in culture\, and the arts have the power to bring us together a nd give us a shared hope for the future\, and as we find ourselves prepari ng to wrap up a year that has brought us a global pandemic and catastrophi c damage from two hurricanes\, we can all use a little hope\,” said Mayor Nic Hunter. “I’m pleased to announce that our local community of musicians \, artists and nonprofits are providing some uplifting entertainment\, in a safe\, socially distant manner. Due to continued health concerns related to COVID-19\, we’re being creative and planning these events in some of o ur underutilized outdoor venues.” The entertainment continues on Saturday\ , November 14 with a musical performance by “The Deep End” featuring Willi am McNally and Sophia Tassin. The concert will take place under the Transi t Center’s pavilion\, located at 1155 Ryan Street. All events are free for attendees\, but pre-registration is required\, as each event will be limi ted to only 50 in-person attendees to allow for social distancing. Registr ation can be completed at www.cityoflakecharles.com or by calling 337 491- 9147. Each of the performances will also be streamed on www.facebook.com/h istoriccityhallartsandculture X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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The City of Lake Charles is launching a new outdoor cultural series o n Friday\, November 13\, as a way to showcase many of the brilliant artist s and arts organizations in Southwest Louisiana. &ldquo\;Art 6-Feet Apart& rdquo\; will include a variety of art forms including theater\, music and dance\, as well as a poetry reading\, a visual art demonstration\, and vir tual learning opportunities. The pop-up demonstrations will be held in a v ariety of downtown venues including Historic City Hall&rsquo\;s Plaza (100 1 Ryan Street)\, Central School&rsquo\;s Plaza (809 Kirby Street)\, the Tr ansit Center Pavilion (1155 Ryan Street) and Ten Pin Alley (behind 1910 Re staurant).

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&ldquo\;Our area is rich in culture\, and the arts have the power to bring us together and give us a shared hope for the future\, and as we find our selves preparing to wrap up a year that has brought us a global pandemic a nd catastrophic damage from two hurricanes\, we can all use a little hope\ ,&rdquo\; said Mayor Nic Hunter. &ldquo\;I&rsquo\;m pleased to announce th at our local community of musicians\, artists and nonprofits are providing some uplifting entertainment\, in a safe\, socially distant manner. Due t o continued health concerns related to COVID-19\, we&rsquo\;re being creat ive and planning these events in some of our underutilized outdoor venues. &rdquo\;

The entertainment continues on Saturday\, November 14 with a musical performance by &ldquo\; The Deep End&rdquo\; featuring William McNally and Sophia Tassin. The conc ert will take place under the Transit Center&rsquo\;s pavilion\, located a t 1155 Ryan Street.

All eve nts are free for attendees\, but pre-registration is required\, as each ev ent will be limited to only 50 in-person attendees to allow for social dis tancing. Registration can be completed at \;www.cityoflakecharles.com& nbsp\;or by calling 337 491-9147. Each of the performances will also be st reamed on \;www.facebook.com/historiccityhallartsandculture
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Transit Center UID:20201106T2205260Z-583899-1121@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191109T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191109T140000 SUMMARY:2019 Cowboy Classic Car Show DESCRIPTION:The community is invited to McNeese State University for a day of fun\, music and food at the 2019 Cowboy Classic Car Show Saturday\, Nov . 9 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the main lot of Cowboy Stadium. This event is free and open to the public. Food\, drinks and split the pot raffle ticke ts will be available for purchase. Proceeds go to the McNeese Foundation f or student scholarships. This event is sponsored by McNeese radio 88.3 KBY S FM. Classic cars\, hot rods and motorcycles can be registered for $25 pe r automobile. Multiple entries are allowed. Entry forms are located at www .kbys.fm/carshow and can be completed online or printed and turned in on t he day of the event. For more information contact Wes Blanchard at 337-884 -4349. KBYS operates at 88.3 FM and can be heard worldwide at kbys.fm. It is the only university-community radio station in Louisiana. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The community is invited to McNeese State U niversity for a day of fun\, music and food at the 2019 Cowboy Classic Car Show Saturday\, Nov. 9 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the main lot of Cowboy St adium.

This event is free and open to the public. Food\, drinks an d split the pot raffle tickets will be available for purchase. Proceeds go to the McNeese Foundation for student scholarships. This event is sponsor ed by McNeese radio 88.3 KBYS FM.

Classic cars\, hot rods and moto rcycles can be registered for $25 per automobile. Multiple entries are all owed. Entry forms are located at www.kbys.fm/carshow and can be completed online or printed and turned in on the day of the event.

For more information contact Wes Blanchard at 337-884-4349. \;

KBYS ope rates at 88.3 FM and can be heard worldwide at kbys.fm. It is the only

university-community radio station in Louisiana.

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CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20191101T1433030Z-583899-967@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201121T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201121T180000 SUMMARY:Art 6-Feet Apart: Zyde-Pokes DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles is launching a new outdoor cultural se ries on Friday\, November 13\, as a way to showcase many of the brilliant artists and arts organizations in Southwest Louisiana. “Art 6-Feet Apart” will include a variety of art forms including theater\, music and dance\, as well as a poetry reading\, a visual art demonstration\, and virtual lea rning opportunities. The pop-up demonstrations will be held in a variety o f downtown venues including Historic City Hall’s Plaza (1001 Ryan Street)\ , Central School’s Plaza (809 Kirby Street)\, the Transit Center Pavilion (1155 Ryan Street) and Ten Pin Alley (behind 1910 Restaurant). “Our area is rich in culture\, and the arts have the power to bring us together and give us a shared hope for the future\, and as we find ourselves preparing to wrap up a year that has brought us a global pandemic and catastrophic d amage from two hurricanes\, we can all use a little hope\,” said Mayor Nic Hunter. “I’m pleased to announce that our local community of musicians\, artists and nonprofits are providing some uplifting entertainment\, in a s afe\, socially distant manner. Due to continued health concerns related to COVID-19\, we’re being creative and planning these events in some of our underutilized outdoor venues.” Rounding out November is the Zyde-Pokes - t he official band of McNeese State University! All events are free for att endees\, but pre-registration is required\, as each event will be limited to only 50 in-person attendees to allow for social distancing. Registratio n can be completed at www.cityoflakecharles.com or by calling 337 491-9147 . Each of the performances will also be streamed on www.facebook.com/histo riccityhallartsandculture X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles is launching a new outdoor cultural series on Friday\, Novem ber 13\, as a way to showcase many of the brilliant artists and arts organ izations in Southwest Louisiana. &ldquo\;Art 6-Feet Apart&rdquo\; will inc lude a variety of art forms including theater\, music and dance\, as well as a poetry reading\, a visual art demonstration\, and virtual learning op portunities. The pop-up demonstrations will be held in a variety of downto wn venues including Historic City Hall&rsquo\;s Plaza (1001 Ryan Street)\, Central School&rsquo\;s Plaza (809 Kirby Street)\, the Transit Center Pav ilion (1155 Ryan Street) and Ten Pin Alley (behind 1910 Restaurant). \ ;

&ldquo\;Our area is rich in culture\, and the arts have the power to bring us together and give us a shared hope for the future\, and as we find ourselves preparing to wrap up a year that has brought us a global pandemic and catastrophic damage fr om two hurricanes\, we can all use a little hope\,&rdquo\; said Mayor Nic Hunter. &ldquo\;I&rsquo\;m pleased to announce that our local community of musicians\, artists and nonprofits are providing some uplifting entertain ment\, in a safe\, socially distant manner. Due to continued health concer ns related to COVID-19\, we&rsquo\;re being creative and planning these ev ents in some of our underutilized outdoor venues.&rdquo\;

< span style='font-size: 16px\;'>Rounding out November is the Zyde-Pokes - t he official band of McNeese State University! \;

All events are free for attendees\, but pre-regi stration is required\, as each event will be limited to only 50 in-person attendees to allow for social distancing. Registration can be completed at \;www.cityoflakecharles.com \;or by calling 337 491-9147. Each of the performances will also be streamed on \;www.facebook.com/historic cityhallartsandculture
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Transit Center UID:20201106T2208000Z-583899-1123@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201203T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201203T180000 SUMMARY:Art 6-Feet Apart: Live Art DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles is launching a new outdoor cultural se ries on Friday\, November 13\, as a way to showcase many of the brilliant artists and arts organizations in Southwest Louisiana. “Art 6-Feet Apart” will include a variety of art forms including theater\, music and dance\, as well as a poetry reading\, a visual art demonstration\, and virtual lea rning opportunities. The pop-up demonstrations will be held in a variety o f downtown venues including Historic City Hall’s Plaza (1001 Ryan Street)\ , Central School’s Plaza (809 Kirby Street)\, the Transit Center Pavilion (1155 Ryan Street) and Ten Pin Alley (behind 1910 Restaurant). “Our area is rich in culture\, and the arts have the power to bring us together and give us a shared hope for the future\, and as we find ourselves preparing to wrap up a year that has brought us a global pandemic and catastrophic d amage from two hurricanes\, we can all use a little hope\,” said Mayor Nic Hunter. “I’m pleased to announce that our local community of musicians\, artists and nonprofits are providing some uplifting entertainment\, in a s afe\, socially distant manner. Due to continued health concerns related to COVID-19\, we’re being creative and planning these events in some of our underutilized outdoor venues.” On Friday\, December 3 at 5 p.m.\, local ar tists Julie Dallas\, Julie Groth and Danny Allain will conduct a live visu al art demonstration featuring a combination of art mediums including pain tings and pottery. The art demonstration and mini art will be held in Ten Pin Alley\, located behind 1910 Restaurant. All events are free for attend ees\, but pre-registration is required\, as each event will be limited to only 50 in-person attendees to allow for social distancing. Registration c an be completed at www.cityoflakecharles.com or by calling 337 491-9147. E ach of the performances will also be streamed on www.facebook.com/historic cityhallartsandculture X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles is launching a new outdoor cultural series on Friday\, Novem ber 13\, as a way to showcase many of the brilliant artists and arts organ izations in Southwest Louisiana. &ldquo\;Art 6-Feet Apart&rdquo\; will inc lude a variety of art forms including theater\, music and dance\, as well as a poetry reading\, a visual art demonstration\, and virtual learning op portunities. The pop-up demonstrations will be held in a variety of downto wn venues including Historic City Hall&rsquo\;s Plaza (1001 Ryan Street)\, Central School&rsquo\;s Plaza (809 Kirby Street)\, the Transit Center Pav ilion (1155 Ryan Street) and Ten Pin Alley (behind 1910 Restaurant). \ ;

&ldquo\;Our area is rich in culture\, and the arts have the power to bring us together and give us a shared hope for the future\, and as we find ourselves preparing to wrap up a year that has brought us a global pandemic and catastrophic damage fr om two hurricanes\, we can all use a little hope\,&rdquo\; said Mayor Nic Hunter. &ldquo\;I&rsquo\;m pleased to announce that our local community of musicians\, artists and nonprofits are providing some uplifting entertain ment\, in a safe\, socially distant manner. Due to continued health concer ns related to COVID-19\, we&rsquo\;re being creative and planning these ev ents in some of our underutilized outdoor venues.&rdquo\;

< span style='font-size: 12pt\;'>On Friday\, December 3 at 5 p.m.\, local ar tists Julie Dallas\, Julie Groth and Danny Allain will conduct a live visu al art demonstration featuring a combination of art mediums including pain tings and pottery. The art demonstration and mini art will be held in Ten Pin Alley\, located behind 1910 Restaurant.

All events are free for attendees\, but pre-registration is required\, as each event will be limited to only 50 in-person attendees to allow for social distancing. Registration can be completed at \;ww w.cityoflakecharles.com \;or by calling 337 491-9147. Each of the perf ormances will also be streamed on \;www.facebook.com/historiccityhalla rtsandculture
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Ten Pin Alley UID:20201106T2209120Z-583899-1124@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201205T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201205T180000 SUMMARY:Art 6-Feet Apart: Barbe High School Drama Club DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles is launching a new outdoor cultural se ries on Friday\, November 13\, as a way to showcase many of the brilliant artists and arts organizations in Southwest Louisiana. “Art 6-Feet Apart” will include a variety of art forms including theater\, music and dance\, as well as a poetry reading\, a visual art demonstration\, and virtual lea rning opportunities. The pop-up demonstrations will be held in a variety o f downtown venues including Historic City Hall’s Plaza (1001 Ryan Street)\ , Central School’s Plaza (809 Kirby Street)\, the Transit Center Pavilion (1155 Ryan Street) and Ten Pin Alley (behind 1910 Restaurant). “Our area is rich in culture\, and the arts have the power to bring us together and give us a shared hope for the future\, and as we find ourselves preparing to wrap up a year that has brought us a global pandemic and catastrophic d amage from two hurricanes\, we can all use a little hope\,” said Mayor Nic Hunter. “I’m pleased to announce that our local community of musicians\, artists and nonprofits are providing some uplifting entertainment\, in a s afe\, socially distant manner. Due to continued health concerns related to COVID-19\, we’re being creative and planning these events in some of our underutilized outdoor venues.” Barbe High School's Drama Club will conduct a theater performance on Saturday\, December 5\, at 5 p.m. at the Transit Center Pavilion (1155 Ryan Street) The performance will include highlight s from 'Hairspray' and more. All events are free for attendees\, but pre-r egistration is required\, as each event will be limited to only 50 in-pers on attendees to allow for social distancing. Registration can be completed at www.cityoflakecharles.com or by calling 337 491-9147. Each of the perf ormances will also be streamed on www.facebook.com/historiccityhallartsand culture X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles is launching a new outdoor cultural series on Friday\, Novem ber 13\, as a way to showcase many of the brilliant artists and arts organ izations in Southwest Louisiana. &ldquo\;Art 6-Feet Apart&rdquo\; will inc lude a variety of art forms including theater\, music and dance\, as well as a poetry reading\, a visual art demonstration\, and virtual learning op portunities. The pop-up demonstrations will be held in a variety of downto wn venues including Historic City Hall&rsquo\;s Plaza (1001 Ryan Street)\, Central School&rsquo\;s Plaza (809 Kirby Street)\, the Transit Center Pav ilion (1155 Ryan Street) and Ten Pin Alley (behind 1910 Restaurant). \ ;

&ldquo\;Our area is rich in culture\, and the arts have the power to bring us together and give us a shared hope for the future\, and as we find ourselves preparing to wrap up a year that has brought us a global pandemic and catastrophic damage fr om two hurricanes\, we can all use a little hope\,&rdquo\; said Mayor Nic Hunter. &ldquo\;I&rsquo\;m pleased to announce that our local community of musicians\, artists and nonprofits are providing some uplifting entertain ment\, in a safe\, socially distant manner. Due to continued health concer ns related to COVID-19\, we&rsquo\;re being creative and planning these ev ents in some of our underutilized outdoor venues.&rdquo\;

Barbe High School's Drama Club will conduc t a theater performance on Saturday\, December 5\, at 5 p.m. at the Transi t Center Pavilion (1155 Ryan Street) The performance will include highligh ts from 'Hairspray' and more.

All events are free for attendees\, but pre-registration is required\, as each event will be limited to only 50 in-person attendees to allow for social distancing. Registration can be completed at \;www.cityoflakech arles.com \;or by calling 337 491-9147. Each of the performances will also be streamed on \;www.facebook.com/historiccityhallartsandculture< /span>
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center UID:20201106T2215040Z-583899-1126@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190615T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190615T170000 SUMMARY:Juneteenth Freedom Festival: Free Dental Clinic DESCRIPTION:SWLA Center for Health Services\, Lake Charles from 8am to 6pm X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
SWLA Center for Health Services\, Lake Char les from 8am to 6pm
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:SWLA Center for Health Services UID:20190520T2135540Z-583899-716@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190505T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190505T150000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Fiesta Guitar DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, May 5: Fiesta Guitar Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in the Ar tSpace by coloring a fiesta guitar from 1:30-3 p.m. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Sunday\, May 5: Fiesta Guitar

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in the ArtSpace by coloring a fiesta guitar from 1:30-3 p.m.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190502T1745350Z-583899-677@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190511T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190511T123000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: 2nd Saturday Science Show DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 11: Sasol's Second Saturday Science Show Sasol c ontinues its 5S Project with “The Basics of Gravity” program at 11:30 a.m. Presenter Travis Corbello will demonstrate how gravity works. He will tea ch the basics of how an object’s mass affects space around it and show thr ee different visual simulations proving gravity is a force. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Saturday\, May 11: Sasol's Second Saturda y Science Show

Sasol continues its 5S Project with &ldquo\;The Basics of Gravity&rdquo\; program at 11:30 a.m. Presenter Travis Corbello will demonstrate how gravity works. He will teach the basics of how an ob ject&rsquo\;s mass affects space around it and show three different visual simulations proving gravity is a force.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190502T1746310Z-583899-678@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190512T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190512T143000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Mother's Day Tulips DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, May 12: Mother’s Day Tulips Make a 3D tulip for Mom. C lass begins at 1:30 p.m. and is limited to 24 children\, ages 3 and up. Al l mothers get in for $1 on Mother’s Day. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Sunday\, May 12: Mother&rsquo\;s Day Tuli ps

Make a 3D tulip for Mom. Class begins at 1:30 p.m. and is l imited to 24 children\, ages 3 and up. All mothers get in for $1 on Mother &rsquo\;s Day.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190502T1747300Z-583899-679@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190523T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190523T163000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Sensory Playdough DESCRIPTION:Build\, squish\, smash\, push\, pull\, cut and more with Sensor y Playdough in the ArtSpace from 2-4:30 p.m.! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Build\, squish\, smash\, push\, pull\, cut and more with Sensory Playdough in the ArtSpace from 2-4:30 p.m.!
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190502T1750060Z-583899-682@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190531T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190531T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Kids Crafts DESCRIPTION:Themed projects will be available from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. on a first-come first-served basis. Limit one project per child. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Themed projects will be available from 10 :30 a.m.-12 p.m. on a first-come first-served basis. Limit one project per child.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190502T1753330Z-583899-686@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190527T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190527T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Patriotic Eagle DESCRIPTION:Design and paint a patriotic eagle to celebrate Memorial Day. C lasses begin at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. and are limited to 18 children\, ages 4 and up. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Design and paint a patriotic eagle to celeb rate Memorial Day. Classes begin at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. and are limited to 18 children\, ages 4 and up. \;
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190502T1751100Z-583899-683@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190518T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190518T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Spring Crafts DESCRIPTION:Spring themed projects will be available from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m . on a first-come first-served basis. Limit one project per child. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Spring themed projects will be available from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. on a first-come first-served basis. Limit one proj ect per child.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190502T1749170Z-583899-681@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190530T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190530T130000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Beach Crab DESCRIPTION:Kick off summer by making a beach crab! Classes begin at 11 a.m . and 12 p.m. and are limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Kick off summer by making a beach crab! Cla sses begin at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. and are limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190502T1752330Z-583899-685@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190528T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190528T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Submarine DESCRIPTION:We’re painting a submarine. Classes begin at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m . and are limited to 24 children\, ages 4 and up. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
We&rsquo\;re painting a submarine. Classes begin at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. and are limited to 24 children\, ages 4 and u p. \;
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids UID:20190502T1751540Z-583899-684@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190513T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190513T140000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Mixed Media Art and Homeschool Day DESCRIPTION:Monday\, May 13: Mixed Media Art and Homeschool Day Create a colorful sea creature using mixed media. Class begins at 11 a.m. and is li mited to 20 children\, ages 3 and up. If you are homeschooling\, join us from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. for a chance to interact with others doing the same. Admission is $6.50 per person for homeschooling families. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Monday\, May 13: Mixed Media Art and Home school Day

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Create a colorful sea creature using mixed media. Class begins at 11 a.m. and is limited to 20 children\, ages 3 and up.

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If you are homeschooling\, join us from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. for a chance to interact with others doing th e same. Admission is $6.50 per person for homeschooling families.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids UID:20190502T1748220Z-583899-680@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201204T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201204T180000 SUMMARY:Art 6-Feet Apart: 'Bits & Pieces' with Lake Area Ballet DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles is launching a new outdoor cultural se ries on Friday\, November 13\, as a way to showcase many of the brilliant artists and arts organizations in Southwest Louisiana. “Art 6-Feet Apart” will include a variety of art forms including theater\, music and dance\, as well as a poetry reading\, a visual art demonstration\, and virtual lea rning opportunities. The pop-up demonstrations will be held in a variety o f downtown venues including Historic City Hall’s Plaza (1001 Ryan Street)\ , Central School’s Plaza (809 Kirby Street)\, the Transit Center Pavilion (1155 Ryan Street) and Ten Pin Alley (behind 1910 Restaurant). “Our area is rich in culture\, and the arts have the power to bring us together and give us a shared hope for the future\, and as we find ourselves preparing to wrap up a year that has brought us a global pandemic and catastrophic d amage from two hurricanes\, we can all use a little hope\,” said Mayor Nic Hunter. “I’m pleased to announce that our local community of musicians\, artists and nonprofits are providing some uplifting entertainment\, in a s afe\, socially distant manner. Due to continued health concerns related to COVID-19\, we’re being creative and planning these events in some of our underutilized outdoor venues.” On Saturday\, December 4\, the Senior Compa ny members of the Lake Area Ballet Theatre Ballet will present 'Bits and P ieces' featuring a few favorite Nutcracker 'bits' and 'pieces' from other famous ballets. The performance will begin at 5 p.m. at Historic City Hall ’s front plaza\, 1001 Ryan Street. All events are free for attendees\, but pre-registration is required\, as each event will be limited to only 50 i n-person attendees to allow for social distancing. Registration can be com pleted at www.cityoflakecharles.com or by calling 337 491-9147. Each of th e performances will also be streamed on www.facebook.com/historiccityhalla rtsandculture X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles is launching a new outdoor cultural series on Friday\, Novem ber 13\, as a way to showcase many of the brilliant artists and arts organ izations in Southwest Louisiana. &ldquo\;Art 6-Feet Apart&rdquo\; will inc lude a variety of art forms including theater\, music and dance\, as well as a poetry reading\, a visual art demonstration\, and virtual learning op portunities. The pop-up demonstrations will be held in a variety of downto wn venues including Historic City Hall&rsquo\;s Plaza (1001 Ryan Street)\, Central School&rsquo\;s Plaza (809 Kirby Street)\, the Transit Center Pav ilion (1155 Ryan Street) and Ten Pin Alley (behind 1910 Restaurant). \ ;

&ldquo\;Our area is rich in culture\, and the arts have the power to bring us together and give us a shared hope for the future\, and as we find ourselves preparing to wrap up a year that has brought us a global pandemic and catastrophic damage fr om two hurricanes\, we can all use a little hope\,&rdquo\; said Mayor Nic Hunter. &ldquo\;I&rsquo\;m pleased to announce that our local community of musicians\, artists and nonprofits are providing some uplifting entertain ment\, in a safe\, socially distant manner. Due to continued health concer ns related to COVID-19\, we&rsquo\;re being creative and planning these ev ents in some of our underutilized outdoor venues.&rdquo\;

< span style='font-size: 12pt\;'>On Saturday\, December 4\, the Senior Compa ny members of the Lake Area Ballet Theatre Ballet will present 'Bits and P ieces' featuring a few favorite \;Nutcracker \;'bits' and 'pieces' from other famous ballets. The performance will begin at 5 p.m. at Historic City Hall&rsquo\;s front plaza\, 1001 Ryan Street.

All events are free for attendees\, bu t pre-registration is required\, as each event will be limited to only 50 in-person attendees to allow for social distancing. Registration can be co mpleted at \;www.cityoflakecharles.com \;or by calling 337 491-914 7. Each of the performances will also be streamed on \;www.facebook.co m/historiccityhallartsandculture
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center UID:20201106T2210490Z-583899-1125@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201212T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201212T180000 SUMMARY:Art 6-Feet Apart: Lake Charles Community Band DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles is launching a new outdoor cultural se ries on Friday\, November 13\, as a way to showcase many of the brilliant artists and arts organizations in Southwest Louisiana. “Art 6-Feet Apart” will include a variety of art forms including theater\, music and dance\, as well as a poetry reading\, a visual art demonstration\, and virtual lea rning opportunities. The pop-up demonstrations will be held in a variety o f downtown venues including Historic City Hall’s Plaza (1001 Ryan Street)\ , Central School’s Plaza (809 Kirby Street)\, the Transit Center Pavilion (1155 Ryan Street) and Ten Pin Alley (behind 1910 Restaurant). “Our area is rich in culture\, and the arts have the power to bring us together and give us a shared hope for the future\, and as we find ourselves preparing to wrap up a year that has brought us a global pandemic and catastrophic d amage from two hurricanes\, we can all use a little hope\,” said Mayor Nic Hunter. “I’m pleased to announce that our local community of musicians\, artists and nonprofits are providing some uplifting entertainment\, in a s afe\, socially distant manner. Due to continued health concerns related to COVID-19\, we’re being creative and planning these events in some of our underutilized outdoor venues.” The Lake Charles Community Band will host a brass ensemble on Saturday\, December 12 at 5 p.m. at the Transit Center Pavilion\, 1155 Ryan Street. The performance will include a variety of Chr istmas music along with some patriotic favorites. All events are free for attendees\, but pre-registration is required\, as each event will be limit ed to only 50 in-person attendees to allow for social distancing. Registra tion can be completed at www.cityoflakecharles.com or by calling 337 491-9 147. Each of the performances will also be streamed on www.facebook.com/hi storiccityhallartsandculture X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles is launching a new outdoor cultural series on Friday\, Novem ber 13\, as a way to showcase many of the brilliant artists and arts organ izations in Southwest Louisiana. &ldquo\;Art 6-Feet Apart&rdquo\; will inc lude a variety of art forms including theater\, music and dance\, as well as a poetry reading\, a visual art demonstration\, and virtual learning op portunities. The pop-up demonstrations will be held in a variety of downto wn venues including Historic City Hall&rsquo\;s Plaza (1001 Ryan Street)\, Central School&rsquo\;s Plaza (809 Kirby Street)\, the Transit Center Pav ilion (1155 Ryan Street) and Ten Pin Alley (behind 1910 Restaurant). \ ;

&ldquo\;Our area is rich in culture\, and the arts have the power to bring us together and give us a shared hope for the future\, and as we find ourselves preparing to wrap up a year that has brought us a global pandemic and catastrophic damage fr om two hurricanes\, we can all use a little hope\,&rdquo\; said Mayor Nic Hunter. &ldquo\;I&rsquo\;m pleased to announce that our local community of musicians\, artists and nonprofits are providing some uplifting entertain ment\, in a safe\, socially distant manner. Due to continued health concer ns related to COVID-19\, we&rsquo\;re being creative and planning these ev ents in some of our underutilized outdoor venues.&rdquo\;

The Lake Charles Community Band will host a brass ensemble on Saturday\, December 12 at 5 p.m. at the Transit Center Pavilion\, 1155 Ryan Street. The performance will include a variety of Ch ristmas music along with some patriotic favorites.

All events are free for attendees\, but pre-regist ration is required\, as each event will be limited to only 50 in-person at tendees to allow for social distancing. Registration can be completed at&n bsp\;www.cityoflakecharles.com \;or by calling 337 491-9147. Each of t he performances will also be streamed on \;www.facebook.com/historicci tyhallartsandculture
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Transit Center UID:20201106T2214380Z-583899-1127@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190218T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190218T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Sensory Play-dough DESCRIPTION:Playdough provides a great sensory medium to aid in development . Children can pound\, mold\, squish and squash the playdough into differe nt forms using their imagination in the ArtSpace from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Playdough provides a great sensory medium t o aid in development. Children can pound\, mold\, squish and squash the pl aydough into different forms using their imagination in the ArtSpace from 10 a.m. &ndash\; 12 p.m.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190204T1658280Z-583899-500@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190204T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190204T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Kids Crafts DESCRIPTION:Valentine themed projects will be available from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. on a first-come first-served basis. Limit one project per child. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Valentine themed projects will be available f rom 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. on a first-come first-served basis. Limit one proje ct per child.

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CATEGORIES:General UID:20190204T1659130Z-583899-501@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200218T060000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200218T080000 SUMMARY:Angels of SWLA: The Car Savior DESCRIPTION:The Car Savior presents an advanced online marketplace providin g automobile operators with more convenient\, less expensive and faster re pairs from vetted garages and mobile mechanics. The Car Savior System is p owered by an online diagnostic algorithm that assesses the customer’s vehi cle repairs with 90% accuracy within minutes. The cost to customers is typ ically 50% less\, with repairs completed within hours. Presenters: Christ iaan Best\, Founders   Please join us encouraging Start-up/Early Stage Ven tures and building a Start-up Community in Southwest Louisiana. Netw orking and Hors D’oeuvres: 6:00 p.m. Program/Presentations: 7:00 p.m. R. S. V. P. Not later than February 17\, 2020 Ron McGinley\, email: macfhion @gmail.com Phone 337 562 4903 Office\, or 337 263 2701 Mobile X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Car Savior pre sents an advanced online marketplace providing automobile operators with m ore convenient\, less expensive and faster repairs from vetted garages and mobile mechanics. The Car Savior System is powered by an online diagnosti c algorithm that assesses the customer&rsquo\;s vehicle repairs with 90% a ccuracy within minutes. The cost to customers is typically 50% less\, with repairs completed within hours. \;

Presenter s: Christiaan Best\, Founders \; \;

Pleas e join us encouraging Start-up/Early Stage Ventures and building a \; \; \; Start-up Community in Southwest Louisiana.

Networking and Hors D&rsquo\;oeuvres: \; 6:00 p.m.

Program/Presentations: 7:00 p.m.

R. S. V. P. \; Not later than February 17\, 2020

Ron McGinley\, email: macfhion@gmail.com \; \; \; &nbs p\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \ ; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; &n bsp\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; &nbs p\; \; \; \; \; \; \; Phone 337 562 4903 Off ice\, or 337 263 2701 Mobile

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CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20200210T1601080Z-583899-1061@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190116T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190116T140000 SUMMARY:Project Build A Future: Open House DESCRIPTION:Project Build a Future is holding an Open House at one of our n ewly completed quality\, affordable homes on Wednesday\, January 16\, fro m 10am-2pm. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Project Build a Future is holding a n Open House at one of our newly completed \; quality\, affordable hom es on Wednesday\, January 16\, from 10am-2pm.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190114T1546390Z-583899-472@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200121T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200121T200000 SUMMARY:Angels Host Entrepreneurial Forum & Investor Meeting DESCRIPTION:LAWTON HELMETS presents advanced Smart Football Helmets with lo w air detection system\, improved peripheral vision\, minimum visual obstr uctions and decreased light reflection effective in reduction of concussio ns and other injuries. The LAWTON Helmet offers affordable head gear to en hance the safety of High School and College Football. Presenters: Adam Cr oss & Luke Lawton\, Co-Founders   Tuesday Evening\, January 21\, 2020 Plea se join us encouraging Start-up/Early Stage Ventures and building a Start-up Community in Southwest Louisiana. Networking and Hors D’oeuvres: 6:00 p.m. Program/Presentations: 7:00 p.m. R. S. V. P. Not later than Ja nuary 20\, 2020 Ron McGinley\, email: macfhion@gmail.com Phone 337 562 4903 Office\, or 337 263 2701 Mobile X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
LAWTON HELMETS pre sents advanced Smart Football Helmets with low air detection system\, impr oved peripheral vision\, minimum visual obstructions and decreased light r eflection effective in reduction of concussions and other injuries. The LA WTON Helmet offers affordable head gear to enhance the safety of High Scho ol and College Football. \;

Presenters: Adam Cross &\; Luke Lawton\, Co-Founders \; \;

Tuesday Evening\, January 21\, 2020

Please jo in us encouraging Start-up/Early Stage Ventures and building a \; &nb sp\; \; Start-up Community in Southwest Louisiana.

< strong>Networking and Hors D&rsquo\;oeuvres: \; 6:00 p.m.

Program/Presentations: 7:00 p.m.

R. S. V. P. \; Not later than January 20\, 2020

Ron McGinley\, email: macfhion@gmail.com \; \; \; \; & nbsp\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; &nb sp\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; & nbsp\; \; \; \; \; \; Phone 337 562 4903 Office\, or 337 263 2701 Mobile

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CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20200109T1851100Z-583899-1038@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210625T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210625T130000 SUMMARY:10 Things You Thought You Knew About Your Vagina DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Health & Hospitals LOCATION:Online UID:20210621T1453180Z-583899-1186@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210525T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210525T200000 SUMMARY:LSBDC: Kick Start Your Business DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Education UID:20210505T1321060Z-583899-1173@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200201 SUMMARY:February is National Heart Month DESCRIPTION:Healthy Size would like to help you lose weight to help you and your heart this month. These are the important risk factors for Heart Dis ease: Having high blood pressure Smoking Having high cholesterol Unhealthy Diet Unhealthy lifestyle habits Age Being overweight or obese Diabetes & Prediabetes Being physically inactive A family history of early heart dis ease A history of preeclampsia during pregnancy Visit one of their two loc ations for help. 4080 Nelson Road in Lake Charles (337-429-5060) 1307 N. C utting Ave\, Jennings (337-824-5200) X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Healthy Size would like to help you lose we ight to help you and your heart this month.

These are the importan t risk factors for Heart Disease:

Having high blood pressur e

Smoking

Having high cholesterol

Unhealthy Diet

Unhealthy lifestyle habits

Age

Being ov erweight or obese

Diabetes &\; Prediabetes

Being ph ysically inactive \;

A family history of early heart disease

A history of preeclampsia during pregnancy

Visi t one of their two locations for help.

4080 Nelson Road in Lake Charles (337-429-5060)

1307 N. Cutting Ave\, Jennings (337- 824-5200)

CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:Healthy Size UID:20200210T1605440Z-583899-1063@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190620T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190620T210000 SUMMARY:McNeese Leisure Learning: Movie Series DESCRIPTION:McNeese Leisure Learning Classic Movies Series\, 1930 – 1970\, 6 -9 p.m.\, Thursdays\, June 20\, 27\, Tuesdays\, July 9\, 16\, 23 To regi ster: www.mcneese.edu/leisure Questions: 337-475-5616 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Leisure Learning

Classic Movies Series\, 1930 &ndash\; 1970\, 6 -9 p. m.\, Thursdays\, June 20\, 27\, Tuesdays\, July 9\, 16\, 23

To register: \;www.mcneese.edu/leisure
\;Questions: 337-475-5616
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20190513T2117440Z-583899-697@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190623T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190623T113000 SUMMARY:McNeese Leisure Learning: Tunisian Crochet DESCRIPTION:McNeese Leisure Learning Introduction to Tunisian Crochet\, 10 – 11:30 a.m.\, Saturday\, June 23 To register: www.mcneese.edu/leisure Qu estions: 337-475-5616 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Leisure Learning

Introduction to Tunisian Crochet\, 10 &ndash\; 11:30 a.m.\, Saturday\, June 23

To register:&n bsp\;www.mcneese.edu/leisure

\;Questions: 337-475-5616
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20190513T2118300Z-583899-698@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190603 SUMMARY:McNeese Leisure Learning: Jitterbug DESCRIPTION:McNeese Leisure Learning JITTERBUG (Single-Time Swing)  June 3\ , 10\, 17\, 24 To register: www.mcneese.edu/leisure Questions: 337-475-56 16 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Leisure Learning

JITTERBUG (Single-Time Swing) \; \;June 3\, 10\, 17\, 24

To register: \; ww w.mcneese.edu/leisure

\;Questions: 337-475-5616
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20190513T2115570Z-583899-695@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190708T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190708T200000 SUMMARY:McNeese Leisure Learning: Quickbooks II DESCRIPTION:McNeese Leisure Learning QuickBooks II: Setting Up Payroll\, F inancial Reports and Miscellaneous Transactions\, 5 – 8 p.m.\, Mondays\, J uly 8\, 15\, 22 To register: www.mcneese.edu/leisure Questions: 337-475- 5616 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Leisure Learning

\;QuickBooks II: Setting Up Pa yroll\, Financial Reports and Miscellaneous Transactions\, 5 &ndash\; 8 p. m.\, Mondays\, July 8\, 15\, 22 \;

To register: \;www.mcneese.edu/leisure< /a>

\;Questions: 337-475-5616
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20190513T2120240Z-583899-700@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190607T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190607T140000 SUMMARY:McNeese Leisure Learning: Kids Guitar DESCRIPTION:McNeese Leisure Learning for Kids and Teens Kids Beginning Guit ar (Gr. 3 – 5)\, 1 – 2 p.m.\, Fridays\, June 7\, 14\, 21\, 28\, July 5\, 1 2\, 19\, 26 To register: www.mcneese.edu/leisure Questions: 337-475-561 6 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Leisure Learning \;for Kids and Teens

Kids Beginning Gu itar (Gr. \;3 &ndash\; 5)\, 1 &ndash \; 2 p.m.\, Fridays\, June 7\, 14\, 21\, 28\, July 5\, 12\, 19\, 26

\;
To register: \;www.mcneese.e du/leisure

\;Questions: 337-475-5616
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20190513T2121310Z-583899-701@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190610T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190610T200000 SUMMARY:McNeese Leisure Learning: Quickbooks DESCRIPTION:McNeese Leisure Learning QuickBooks I: Setting Up a Company\, S ales\, Receipts\, Purchases and Payments\, 5 – 8 p.m.\, Mondays\, June 10\ , 17\, 24 To register: www.mcneese.edu/leisure Questions: 337-475-5616 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Leisure Learning

Qu ickBooks I: Setting Up a Company\, Sales\, Receipts\, Purchases and Paymen ts\, 5 &ndash\; 8 p.m.\, Mondays\, June 10\, 17\, 24

To register: \;www.mcneese.edu/leisure

\;Questions: 337-475-5616< /p> CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20190513T2108320Z-583899-693@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190530T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190530T120000 SUMMARY:McNeese Leisure Learning: ACT Math Review DESCRIPTION:McNeese Leisure Learning ACT Math Review\, 10 a.m.- 12 Noon\, T hursday\, Friday\, Monday\, Tuesday\, May 30\, 31\, June 3\, 4 To register : www.mcneese.edu/leisure Questions: 337-475-5616 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Leisure Learning

ACT Math Review\, 10 a.m.- 12 Noon\, Thursday\, Frid ay\, Monday\, Tuesday\, May 30\, 31\, June 3\, 4

To register: \;www.mcneese.edu/leisure

\;Questions: 337-475-5616
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20190513T2109280Z-583899-694@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190701T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190701T194500 SUMMARY:McNeese Leisure Learning: Country & Western 2-Step DESCRIPTION:McNeese Leisure Learning COUNTRY-WESTERN 2-STEP\, 6:30 – 7:45 p .m.\, Mondays\, July 1\, 8\, 15\, 22\, 29 To register: www.mcneese.edu/lei sure Questions: 337-475-5616 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Leisure Learning

COUNTRY-WESTERN 2-STEP\, 6:30 &ndash\; 7:45 p.m.\, M ondays\, July 1\, 8\, 15\, 22\, 29

To reg ister: \;www.mcneese.edu/leisure

& nbsp\;Questions: 337-475-5616
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20190513T2119310Z-583899-699@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190614T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190614T200000 SUMMARY:McNeese Leisure Learning: Expressive Pet Portraits DESCRIPTION:McNeese Leisure Learning Expressive Pet Portraits with Acrylics \, 6 – 8 p.m.\, Thursdays\, June 4\, 11\, 18\, 25 To register: www.mcneese .edu/leisure Questions: 337-475-5616 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Leisure Learning

Expressive Pet Portraits with Acrylics\, 6 &ndash\; 8 p.m.\, Thursdays\, June 4\, 11\, 18\, 25

To register: \;www.mcneese.edu/leisure

< strong> \;Questions: 337-475-5616
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20190513T2116470Z-583899-696@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190607T141500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190607T151500 SUMMARY:McNeese Leisure Learning: Teens Beginning Guitar DESCRIPTION:McNeese Leisure Learning Teens Beginning Guitar (Gr. 6 – 10)\, 2:15 a.m. – 3:15 p.m.\, Fridays\, June 7\, 14\, 21\, 28\, July 5\, 12\, 19 \, 26 To register: www.mcneese.edu/leisure Questions: 337-475-5616 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Leisure Learning

Teens Beginning Guitar (Gr. \;6 &ndash\; 10)\, 2:15 a.m. &ndash\; 3:15 p.m.\, Fridays\, June 7\, 14\, 21\, 28\, July 5\, 12\, 19\, 26

\;

To register: \;www.mcnees e.edu/leisure

\;Questio ns: 337-475-5616
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20190513T2122310Z-583899-702@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200219T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200219T150000 SUMMARY:West Calcasieu Chamber: Banker's Roundtable DESCRIPTION:Conneting local bankers\, learn more about what they are lookin g for\, and ask questions one-on-one. Register at www.lsbdc.org/msu or cal l 337-475-5529 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Conneting local bankers\, learn more about what they are looking for\, and ask questions one-on-one.

Register at www.lsbdc.org/msu or call 337-475-5529
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Holiday Inn-Sulphur UID:20200210T1607400Z-583899-1064@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200217T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200217T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: President's Day & Homeschool Day DESCRIPTION:build your own national monument using noodles to celebrate Pre sidents’ Day. If you are homeschooling\, join us from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. for a chance to interact with others doing the same. Admission is $6.50 per per son for homeschooling families. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
build your own national monument using nood les to celebrate Presidents&rsquo\; Day. If you are homeschooling\, join u s from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. for a chance to interact with others doing the same. Admission is $6.50 per person for homeschooling families.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20200210T1622040Z-583899-1072@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200215T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200215T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Kids Crafts DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html: CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20200210T1621210Z-583899-1071@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190318T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190318T120000 SUMMARY:The Children's Museum: Spring Door Hanger Workshop DESCRIPTION:Make a spring door hanger for your room. Classes begin at 11 a. m. and 12 p.m. and are limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Make a spring door hanger for your room. Cl asses begin at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. and are limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190301T1708460Z-583899-582@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190314T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190314T120000 SUMMARY:The Children's Museum: Sensory Playdough DESCRIPTION:Playdough provides a great sensory medium to aid in development . Children can pound\, mold\, squish and squash the playdough into differe nt forms using their imagination in the ArtSpace from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Playdough provides a great sensory medium t o aid in development. Children can pound\, mold\, squish and squash the pl aydough into different forms using their imagination in the ArtSpace from 10 a.m. &ndash\; 12 p.m.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190301T1707300Z-583899-580@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190306T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190306T160000 SUMMARY:The Children's Museum: Dr. Dogs and Mad Hatter Science DESCRIPTION:Join the Dr. Dogs Pet Therapy Team at 11 a.m. and learn about t hese amazing animals and how they help those in the community. At 11:30 a. m.\, Joan Vallee Rettke will join us for “Exploring Magnets with Mad Hatte r Science.” The program is limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join the Dr. Dogs Pet Therapy Team at 11 a.m. and learn about these amazing animals and how they help those in the community. At 11:30 a.m.\, Joan Vallee Rettke will join us for &ldquo\;Exp loring Magnets with Mad Hatter Science.&rdquo\; The program is limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up.

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CATEGORIES:General UID:20190301T1704150Z-583899-577@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190301T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190301T120000 SUMMARY:The Children's Museum: Spring Crafts DESCRIPTION:Spring themed projects will be available from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m . on a first-come first-served basis. Limit one project per child. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Spring themed projects will be available fr om 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. on a first-come first-served basis. Limit one projec t per child.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190301T1711460Z-583899-584@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190301 SUMMARY:The Children's Museum: St. Patrick’s Day Scavenger Hunt DESCRIPTION:Follow the clues throughout the museum and search for all of th e shamrocks. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Follow the clues throughout the museum and search for all of the shamrocks.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190301T1708030Z-583899-581@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190318T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190318T120000 SUMMARY:The Children's Museum:Spring Door Hanger Workshop DESCRIPTION:Make a spring door hanger for your room. Classes begin at 11 a. m. and 12 p.m. and are limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Make a spring door hanger for your room. Classes begin at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. and are limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up.

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CATEGORIES:General UID:20190301T1710590Z-583899-583@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190301T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190301T120000 SUMMARY:The Children's Museum: The Bunny Hop 3K and 1 Mile Fun Run DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Village at MorganField for a 3K and 1 Mile Fun R un\, face painting\, an Easter egg hunt\, music\, food and FUN X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us at the Village at MorganField for a 3K and 1 Mile Fun Run\, face painting\, an Easter egg hunt\, music\, food and FUN
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:https://runsignup.com/Race/LA/LakeCharles/bunnyhop3k UID:20190301T1714430Z-583899-585@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190301T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190301T140000 SUMMARY:The Children's Museum: Shamrock Suncatcher and Homeschool Day DESCRIPTION:Paint a rainbow shamrock suncatcher. Class begins at 11 a.m. an d is limited to 20 children\, ages 3 and up. If you are homeschooling\, jo in us from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. for a chance to interact with others doing the s ame. Admission is $6.50 per person for homeschooling families. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Paint a rainbow shamrock suncatcher. Clas s begins at 11 a.m. and is limited to 20 children\, ages 3 and up. If you are homeschooling\, join us from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. for a chance to interact w ith others doing the same. Admission is $6.50 per person for homeschooling families.

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CATEGORIES:General UID:20190301T1706450Z-583899-579@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190309T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190309T170000 SUMMARY:The Children's Museum: Sasol's Second Saturday Science Show DESCRIPTION:Sasol continues its 5S Project with “Science of Polymers” at 11 :30 a.m. Presenters Crystal Niermann and Crystal Briscoe will be explainin g what polymers are\, how they can take different structures and useful po lymers in day to day life. The demonstration will show how to make a long chain polymer. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Sasol continues its 5S Project with &ldqu o\;Science of Polymers&rdquo\; at 11:30 a.m. Presenters Crystal Niermann a nd Crystal Briscoe will be explaining what polymers are\, how they can tak e different structures and useful polymers in day to day life. The demonst ration will show how to make a long chain polymer.

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CATEGORIES:General UID:20190301T1705540Z-583899-578@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190301T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190301T223000 SUMMARY:Golden Nugget\; Oak Ridge Boys DESCRIPTION:The Grammy award winning Oak Ridge Boys will perform in the Gra nd Event Center at Golden Nugget Lake Charles on Friday\, March 1 at 8:30 PM.  The group\, comprised of Joe Bonsall\, Duane Allen\, William Lee Gold en and Richard Sterban\, are best known for their four part harmonies and the iconic\, multi-platinum hit “Elvira\,” along with other chart-toppers like “Bobbie Sue\,” “Thank God For Kids\,” “Y’All Come Back Saloon\,” and “American Made.” The Oak Ridge Boys were named to the Country Music Hall o f Fame in 2015. Tickets are available online at www.goldennuggetlc.com or by visiting the Golden Nugget Box Office\, open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 AM to 7 PM with extended hours on concert days. Tickets purchased online may be picked up from the Golden Nugget Box Office on the day of th e show from 11 AM to 8 PM only. All guests must be 21 or older. For a com plete list of upcoming performances and to book your stay at the Golden Nu gget Lake Charles\, please visit www.goldennuggetlc.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Grammy award winning Oak Ridge Boys wil l perform in the Grand Event Center at Golden Nugget Lake Charles on Frida y\, March 1 at 8:30 PM. \; \;The group\, comprised of Joe Bonsall\ , Duane Allen\, William Lee Golden and Richard Sterban\, are best known fo r their four part harmonies and the iconic\, multi-platinum hit &ldquo\;El vira\,&rdquo\; along with other chart-toppers like &ldquo\;Bobbie Sue\,&rd quo\; &ldquo\;Thank God For Kids\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;Y&rsquo\;All Come Back Saloon\,&rdquo\; and &ldquo\;American Made.&rdquo\; The Oak Ridge Boys wer e named to the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2015. \;

Tickets are available online at \;www.goldennuggetlc.com \;or by visiting the Gol den Nugget Box Office\, open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 AM to 7 PM w ith extended hours on concert days. Tickets purchased online may be picked up from the Golden Nugget Box Office on the day of the show from 11 AM to 8 PM only. All guests must be 21 or older. \;

For a complete list of upcoming performances and to book your stay at the Golden Nugget L ake Charles\, please visit \;www.goldennuggetlc.com.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Golden Nugget UID:20190114T1603320Z-583899-476@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190117T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190117T200000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families: Summer IEP Services Webinar DESCRIPTION:Did you know that data collected during the holidays often dete rmine if your child will qualify for ESY Services? This training provides an overview of the ESY process for children with disabilities including ho w children qualify and why in many circumstances the school uses the holid ay breaks in determining if a child will qualify for ESY. Co-Sponsor: FHF of Southwest La. Audience: Parents\, Caregivers\, and Professionals of Sch ool-Aged Children/Students. Click here to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Did you know that data collected during the holidays often determine if your child will qualify for ESY Services? Thi s training provides an overview of the ESY process for children with disab ilities including how children qualify and why in many circumstances the s chool uses the holiday breaks in determining if a child will qualify for E SY. Co-Sponsor: FHF of Southwest La. Audience: Parents\, Caregivers\, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students.

Click here to register.
CATEGORIES:Education UID:20190114T1607460Z-583899-478@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190316T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190316T210000 SUMMARY:Kool & The Gang at the Golden Nugget DESCRIPTION:Kool and The Gang will bring their timeless hits in an amazing live performance on Saturday\, March 16\, 2019 in the Grand Event Center a t Golden Nugget Lake Charles. Founded by Ronald Bell and his brother\, Rob ert “Kool” Bell\, the group created a unique musical blend of jazz\, soul and funk. With two Grammy Awards\, seven American Music Awards\, induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame\, and 31 gold and platinum albums\, Ko ol and The Gang is best known for their iconic songs “Celebration”\, “Cher ish”\, “Jungle Boogie” and “Ladies Night“. Their music has been featured o n numerous movie soundtracks\, including Rocky\, Saturday Night Fever\, Pu lp Fiction\, and Wreck It Ralph. Tickets go on sale Friday\, December 23 with prices starting at $35\, available online atwww.goldennuggetlc.com or by visiting the Golden Nugget Box Office\, open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 AM to 7 PM with extended hours on concert days. Tickets purchased online may be picked up from the Golden Nugget Box Office on the day of th e show from 11 AM to 8 PM only. All guests must be 21 or older. For a com plete list of upcoming performances and to book your stay at the Golden Nu gget Lake Charles\, please visit www.goldennuggetlc.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Kool and The Gang will bring their timeless hits in an amazing live performance on Saturday\, March 16\, 2019 in the Grand Event Center at Golden Nugget Lake Charles. Founded by Ronald Bell a nd his brother\, Robert &ldquo\;Kool&rdquo\; Bell\, the group created a un ique musical blend of jazz\, soul and funk. With two Grammy Awards\, seven American Music Awards\, induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame\,&nbs p\; and 31 gold and platinum albums\, Kool and The Gang is best known for their iconic songs &ldquo\;Celebration&rdquo\;\, &ldquo\;Cherish&rdquo\;\, &ldquo\;Jungle Boogie&rdquo\; and &ldquo\;Ladies Night&ldquo\;. Their mus ic has been featured on numerous movie soundtracks\, including \;R ocky\, Saturday Night Fever\, Pulp Fiction\, \;and \;Wrec k It Ralph. \;

Tickets go on sale Friday\, December 23 wi th prices starting at $35\, available online atwww.goldennuggetlc.com \;or by visiting the Golden Nugget Box Office\, open Tuesday through Saturday fro m 11 AM to 7 PM with extended hours on concert days. Tickets purchased onl ine may be picked up from the Golden Nugget Box Office on the day of the s how from 11 AM to 8 PM only. All guests must be 21 or older. \;
< p>For a complete list of upcoming performances and to book your stay at th e Golden Nugget Lake Charles\, please visit \;www.goldennuggetlc.com.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Golden Nugget UID:20181210T2121490Z-583899-453@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190317T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190317T180000 SUMMARY:Lake Charles Community Band Announces Spring Concert DESCRIPTION:The Lake Charles Community Band will open its 2019 concert seas on on Sunday\, March 17 at 3 p.m. at Trinity Baptist Church\, which is loc ated at 1800 Country Club Road. The concert is open to the public with fre e admission. The theme for the Spring 2019 concert is “Legends Concert: The Music Makers” and will feature special guest\, the Bayou Bell Ringers under the direction of Bruce Allured. They will perform “Allegro Giocoso” from “The Water Music” Suite composed by legendary Baroque composer George Fredrick Handel. Other performances by the Bayou Bell Ringers include “Ha llelujah” by Leonard Cohen\, “Stairway to Heaven” by Zeplin\, and “Over th e Rainbow” by Harold Alden and Chris Peck. As the concert will occur on St. Patrick’s Day\, guests can look forward to hearing a piece inspired by a British poet of Irish descent\, “The Music Makers” by Alfred Reed. Some of the many other selections planned for the concert will include “The Go lden Age of Broadway\,” “El Gato Montes (The Wildcat)\,” and “Into the Woo ds\,” which debuted on Broadway in 1987 and was released as a movie versio n by the Walt Disney Company in 2014. Next up on the calendar will be th e “Catch-A Concert Series” every Monday in June and the “Red\, White\, Blu e\, and You” concert on July 4. The Lake Charles Community Band is suppo rted by grants from the City of Lake Charles\, Lake Charles/Southwest Loui siana Convention& Visitors Bureau\, and the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury a s administered by the Arts and Humanities Council of SWLA. Funding is als o provided by Phillips 66\, “Note-Donations” and the “Friends of the LCCB” donations at different levels. For more information contact Brenda Harri ngton\, President at 713-825-6864 or e-mail at bmhtrmpt@aol.com X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Lake Charles Community Band will open i ts 2019 concert season on Sunday\, March 17 at 3 p.m. at Trinity Baptist C hurch\, which is located at 1800 Country Club Road. The concert is open to the public with free admission.

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The theme for the Spring 2019 concert is &ldquo\;Legends Concert: The Music Makers&rdquo\; and will feature special guest\, the Bayou Bell Ringers under the directio n of Bruce Allured. They will perform &ldquo\;Allegro Giocoso&rdquo\; from &ldquo\;The Water Music&rdquo\; Suite composed by legendary Baroque compo ser George Fredrick Handel. Other performances by the Bayou Bell Ringers i nclude &ldquo\;Hallelujah&rdquo\; by Leonard Cohen\, &ldquo\;Stairway to H eaven&rdquo\; by Zeplin\, and &ldquo\;Over the Rainbow&rdquo\; by Harold A lden and Chris Peck.

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As the concert will occur on St. Patrick&rsquo\;s Day\, guests can look forward to hearing a piece insp ired by a British poet of Irish descent\, &ldquo\;The Music Makers&rdquo\; by Alfred Reed. Some of the many other selections planned for the concert will include &ldquo\;The Golden Age of Broadway\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;El Gato Montes (The Wildcat)\,&rdquo\; and &ldquo\;Into the Woods\,&rdquo\; which debuted on Broadway in 1987 and was released as a movie version by the Wa lt Disney Company in 2014.

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Next up on the calendar will be the &ldquo\;Catch-A Concert Series&rdquo\; every Monday in June a nd the &ldquo\;Red\, White\, Blue\, and You&rdquo\; concert on July 4.

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The Lake Charles Community Band is supported by grant s from the City of Lake Charles\, Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convent ion&\; Visitors Bureau\, and the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury

a s administered by the Arts and Humanities Council of SWLA. \; Funding is also provided by Phillips 66\, &ldquo\;Note-Donations&rdquo\; and the & ldquo\;Friends of the LCCB&rdquo\; donations at different levels. \; F or more information contact Brenda Harrington\, President at 713-825-6864 or e-mail at \;bmhtrmpt@aol.com< /p> CATEGORIES:General UID:20190227T1510590Z-583899-558@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211030 SUMMARY:Dragon Boat Race DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Outdoors LOCATION:Downtown Lake Front UID:20210607T1336160Z-583899-1181@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210609T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210609T120000 SUMMARY:Navigating the IEP Part 2 DESCRIPTION:https://tinyurl.com/2me88ky9 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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CATEGORIES:For the Family LOCATION:Online UID:20210607T1921180Z-583899-1180@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190207T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190207T200000 SUMMARY:Literacy Council: Wine & Words DESCRIPTION:Everyone is invited to Wine & Words!   Central School Arts & Hu manities Center     Thursday\, February 7th\, 2019     6:00PM – Featured Author     6:30PM – Wine Tasting Wine & Words\, the Lit eracy Council’s Spring event\, will feature eight wine stations each with a great selection of wines. You’ll enjoy reds\, whites\, and in-betweens. We’ll also have some local favorites. Tickets are $50 and can be purcha sed online today.   Use this LINK to get your tickets before it is too lat e! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Everyone is invited to Wine &\; Words!

\; \;Central School Arts &\; Humanitie s Center

\; \; \; \; \; Thursday\, February 7^th\, 2019

\; \; \; \; \; \; 6:00PM &ndash\; Featured Author

\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \;6:30PM &ndash\; Wine Tasting

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Wine &\; Words\, the Literacy Council&rsquo\;s Spring event\, will feature eight wine stations each with a great selecti on of wines. \; You&rsquo\;ll enjoy reds\, whites\, and in-betweens.&n bsp\; We&rsquo\;ll also have some local favorites. \; Tickets are $50 and can be purchased online today. \; \; \;Use this \;LINK \;to get your tickets before it is too l ate!

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CATEGORIES:Family Activity LOCATION:Central School Arts & Humanities Center UID:20190114T1609410Z-583899-479@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200217T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200217T190000 SUMMARY:Speakers Panel to be Held on JFK’s 1959 Lake Charles Visit DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles will host a panel discussion entitled JFK Visits Lake Charles on Monday\, February 17\, 2020. This free and ope n to the public event will be held in Historic City Hall Arts and Cultural Center (1001 Ryan Street). Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. and the panel wil l take place from 6 to 7 p.m. Moderated by Former Mayor Randy Roach\, pan elists will share information related to the October 16\, 1959 Lake Charle s visit by the former President and his wife Jackie. Panelists include a h ost committee member responsible for coordinating JFK’s trip: Justice Jack Watson. Watson is a retired Louisiana Supreme Court Justice. Other paneli sts include Jane Rouyer Alcock\, daughter of James Rouyer\, host committee member\; Theresa Boudreaux\, sister of Edward Shaheen\, a former district attorney and member of the host committee\; and Annette Tritico\, daughte r of Joe Tritico\, host committee member. This event is being planned in conjunction with “American Visionary: The Life and Times of JFK\,” which i s on display at Historic City Hall through March 28\, 2020. The landmark c ollection\, featuring 77 photographs and magazine covers\, debuted in the Smithsonian American Art Museum in Washington\, D.C.\, in May 2017\, in ho nor of the 100th anniversary of Kennedy’s birth. The exhibit shows Kennedy as a joyful boy playing in the ocean and a troubled president working in the Oval Office\, as a public figure adored by crowds and a father alone w ith his baby daughter. Jacqueline Kennedy is there\, too – as a happy brid e\, an elegant first lady and a heartbroken widow. For more information o n the panel discussion or exhibit\, call 491-9159. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles will host a panel discussion entitled \;JFK Visits Lake Charles \;on Monday \, February 17\, 2020. \;

This free and open to the public eve nt will be held in Historic City Hall Arts and Cultural Center (1001 Ryan Street). Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. and the panel will take place from 6 to 7 p.m. \;

Moderated by Former Mayor Randy Roach\, panelist s will share information related to the October 16\, 1959 Lake Charles vis it by the former President and his wife Jackie. Panelists include a host c ommittee member responsible for coordinating JFK&rsquo\;s trip: Justice Ja ck Watson. Watson is a retired Louisiana Supreme Court Justice. Other pane lists include Jane Rouyer Alcock\, daughter of James Rouyer\, host committ ee member\; Theresa Boudreaux\, sister of Edward Shaheen\, a former distri ct attorney and member of the host committee\; and Annette Tritico\, daugh ter of Joe Tritico\, host committee member. \;

This event is b eing planned in conjunction with &ldquo\;American Visionary: The Life and Times of JFK\,&rdquo\; which is on display at Historic City Hall through M arch 28\, 2020. The landmark collection\, featuring 77 photographs and mag azine covers\, debuted in the Smithsonian American Art Museum in Washingto n\, D.C.\, in May 2017\, in honor of the 100th anniversary of Kennedy&rsqu o\;s birth. The exhibit shows Kennedy as a joyful boy playing in the ocean and a troubled president working in the Oval Office\, as a public figure adored by crowds and a father alone with his baby daughter. Jacqueline Ken nedy is there\, too &ndash\; as a happy bride\, an elegant first lady and a heartbroken widow. \;

For more information on the panel disc ussion or exhibit\, call 491-9159.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center UID:20200213T1945220Z-583899-1076@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190515T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190515T130000 SUMMARY:May Job Fair DESCRIPTION:The West Calcasieu Chamber and the American Job Center (Region V) are hosting a job fair on Wednesday\, May 15\, fromm 10 a.m. to 1p .m. It will be held at the Managan Center in Westlake. There will be priorty Service for Veterans from 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Business attire is require d and strickley enforced for entry. Bring your ID and resume. For more inf ormation\, call (337) 721-4010. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The West Calcasieu Chamber and the American Job Center (Region V) are hosting a job fair on Wednesday\, May 15\, from m 10 a.m. to 1p .m. It will be held at the Managan Center in Westlake.&nbs p\;

There will be priorty Service for Veterans from 10 a.m. to 10: 30 a.m.

Business attire is required and strickley enforced for ent ry. Bring your ID and resume.

For more information\, call (337) 72 1-4010. \;
CATEGORIES:Career Fairs & Trade Shows LOCATION:Managan Center UID:20190506T2051350Z-583899-689@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190219T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190219T093000 SUMMARY:Jeff David Chamber of Commerce Legislative Breakfast DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html: CATEGORIES:General UID:20190220T1455450Z-583899-550@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190219T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190219T093000 SUMMARY:Jeff David Chamber of Commerce Legislative Breakfast DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html: CATEGORIES:General UID:20190220T1452180Z-583899-549@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190119T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190119T213000 SUMMARY:Lutcher Presents Legally Blonde DESCRIPTION:Oh\, Snap! For the second time in the 2018-2019 show season\, t he Lutcher Theater was selected by Big League Productions Inc. to tech a N ational Touring Broadway show\, first America’s favorite blonde\, Ell e Woods\, is ready to prove who’s in charge as Legally Blonde\, The Musica l launches their 2019 National Broadway Tour from the Lutcher Theater\, Sa turday\, January 19\, 2019\, 7:30 p.m. The ultimate Broadway tribute to gi rl power! Based on the beloved movie\, Legally Blonde follows the transfor mation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes\, sexism\, snobbery and sc andal in pursuit of her dreams\, and proves that you can be both legally b londe and the smartest person in the room. Tickets can be purchased online at lutcher.orgor by calling the box office at 409.886.5535. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Oh\, Snap! \;For the s econd time in the 2018-2019 show season\, the Lutcher Theater was selected by Big League Productions Inc. to tech a National Touring Broadway show\, first \;

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America&rsquo\;s favorite blonde\, Elle Woods\, is ready to prove w ho&rsquo\;s in charge as

Legally Blonde\, The Musical \;la unches their 2019 National Broadway Tour from the Lutcher Theater\, Saturd ay\, January 19\, 2019\, 7:30 p.m. The ultimate Broadway tribute to girl p ower! Based on the beloved movie\, \;Legally Blonde \;follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes\, sexism\, snobber y and scandal in pursuit of her dreams\, and proves that you can be both l egally blonde and the smartest person in the room. \;Tickets can be pu rchased online at \;lutcher.orgor by calling the box office at 409.886.5535.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lutcher Theater UID:20190114T1611300Z-583899-480@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190428T030000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190428T040000 SUMMARY:Sing DESCRIPTION:This free screening is dedicated to our next generation of cult ural torch-bearers. 'Sing' tells the story of a theatre-owning koala who p roduces a singing competition to save his theatre from ruin. Come laugh an d cry and sing out-loud as we celebrate a passion for the stage in this an imated\, critically acclaimed family movie. (No tickets required\, first c ome\, first served.) X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

This free screening is dedicated to our next generation of cultural t orch-bearers. 'Sing' tells the story of a theatre-owning koala who produce s a singing competition to save his theatre from ruin. Come laugh and cry and sing out-loud as we celebrate a passion for the stage in this animated \, critically acclaimed family movie. (No tickets required\, first come\, first served.)

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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:https://tickets.vendini.com/ticket-software.html?t=tix&w=819e855fa c0db98363b907381d392b31&vqitq=269df732-1a1e-403d-9369- UID:20190211T1626280Z-583899-538@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180109T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180109T120000 SUMMARY:Winter Quarterly Job Fair DESCRIPTION:Job seekers and employers are invited to the Region V American Job Center’s Quarterly Job Fair\, which will take place from 9 a.m. - noon \, Wednesday\, Jan. 9\, 2019 in the Lake Charles Civic Center’s Exhibition Hall. Job seekers should wear business attire\, bring a picture ID and s everal copies of their current resume\, and arrive early to ensure the opp ortunity to meet with employers. Pre-registration is not required. Employ ers may register to take part in the job fair through Friday\, Jan\, 4\, b y contacting the American Job Center at 337-721-4010. There is no cost for employers to participate. Veterans\, who will be given priority services \, are asked to arrive at 8:30 a.m. in order to have exclusive access to e mployers until 9 a.m. The job fair is sponsored by the Calcasieu Parish P olice Jury\, in conjunction with the Workforce Development Board and the L ouisiana Workforce Commission. It is funded by the Workforce Innovation an d Opportunity Act. For more information\, contact the American Job Center at 337-721-4010. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Job seekers and employers are invited to th e Region V American Job Center&rsquo\;s Quarterly Job Fair\, which will ta ke place from 9 a.m. - noon\, Wednesday\, Jan. 9\, 2019 in the Lake Charle s Civic Center&rsquo\;s Exhibition Hall. \;

Job seekers should wear business attire\, bring a picture ID and several copies of their cur rent resume\, and arrive early to ensure the opportunity to meet with empl oyers. Pre-registration is not required. \;

Employers may regi ster to take part in the job fair through Friday\, Jan\, 4\, by contacting the American Job Center at 337-721-4010. There is no cost for employers t o participate. \;

Veterans\, who will be given priority servic es\, are asked to arrive at 8:30 a.m. in order to have exclusive access to employers until 9 a.m. \;

The \;job fair \;is sponsor ed by the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury\, in conjunction with the Workforce Development Board and the Louisiana Workforce Commission. It is funded by the \;Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. \;

For mo re information\, contact the American Job Center at 337-721-4010. \; CATEGORIES:Career Fairs & Trade Shows LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20181217T2028580Z-583899-464@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201117T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201117T123000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families: Behaviors at Home & School DESCRIPTION:Raising children today means that parents/caregivers need to as sume a variety of responsibilities for which many are simply unprepared. J uggling these new responsibilities can feel overwhelming unless parents/ca regivers are comfortable with their behavior support skills and have other s to talk with who understand their situations. Parents/caregivers should never feel embarrassed by the need to learn new skills\, as “typical” chil d rearing skills are often not enough when a child has ADHD. Audience: Par ents/Caregivers\, Families\, and Professionals Presenter: Mylinda Elliott\ , FHFSWLA Register at http://bit.ly/BehaviorAtHome X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Raising children today means that parents/c aregivers need to assume a variety of responsibilities for which many are simply unprepared. Juggling these new responsibilities can feel overwhelmi ng unless parents/caregivers are comfortable with their behavior support s kills and have others to talk with who understand their situations. Parent s/caregivers should never feel embarrassed by the need to learn new skills \, as &ldquo\;typical&rdquo\; child rearing skills are often not enough wh en a child has ADHD. Audience: Parents/Caregivers\, Families\, and Profess ionals Presenter: Mylinda Elliott\, FHFSWLA

Register at \;http://bit.ly/BehaviorAtHome
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20201109T1739140Z-583899-1130@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190117T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190117T150000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families: Two Classes in DeRidder! DESCRIPTION:Families Helping Families of SWLA Presents Two Training Opportu nities in One Day - January 17 2019 - Beauregard Parish Library - DeRidder Branch https://fhfswla.org/two-training-opportunities/ The Training Oppor tunities are for parents of infants/toddlers with disabilities and/or pare nts of students with disabilities! Although the trainings are for parents\ , professionals are welcome to attend! Session 1: Let's Talk About EarlySt eps Transition -- 10 AM to 12 PM Learn more about transition from EarlySte ps when your child turns three. Session 2: Behavior Issues in School -- 1 PM to 3 PM Learn effective ways to advocate for students with disabilities that are experiencing behavior issues at school. Feel free to attend one training session or both sessions! Light Lunch Provided! -- Please RSVP! R egistration is required\, so register now online! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Families Helping Families of SWLA Presents Two Training Opportunities in One Day - January 17 2019 - Beauregard Paris h Library - DeRidder Branch

https://fhfswla.org/two-training-oppor tunities/

The Training Opportunities are for parents of infants/to ddlers with disabilities and/or parents of students with disabilities! Alt hough the trainings are for parents\, professionals are welcome to attend!

Session 1: Let's Talk About EarlySteps Transition -- 10 A M to 12 PM

Learn more about transition from EarlySteps wh en your child turns three.

Session 2: Behavior Issues in S chool -- 1 PM to 3 PM

Learn effective ways to advocate fo r students with disabilities that are experiencing behavior issues at scho ol.

Feel free to attend one training session or both sessions!

Light Lunch Provided! -- Please RSVP!

Registration is required\, so register now online!
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Beauregard Parish Library - DeRidder UID:20190114T1616330Z-583899-481@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201210T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201210T180000 SUMMARY:LaCAN Winter Virtual Membership Meeting DESCRIPTION:Click here for more information and to register online. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Click here for more information and to register online.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20201203T1940220Z-583899-1139@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190406T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190406T220000 SUMMARY:Diamond Rio at The Golden Nugget DESCRIPTION:Legendary country group Diamond Rio will perform on Saturday\, April 6 at 8:00 PM in the Grand Event Center at Golden Nugget. Formed in 1989 in Nashville\, the band consists of Gene Johnson (mandolin\, tenor v ocals)\, Jimmy Olander (lead guitar\, acoustic guitar\, banjo)\, Brian Pro ut (drums)\, Marty Roe (lead vocals\, acoustic guitar)\, Dan Truman (keybo ards)\, and Dana Williams (bass guitar\, baritone vocals). The Grammy Awar d-winning and six-time Vocal Group of the Year were the first country musi c group in history to reach #1 with a debut single\, “Meet In The Middle.” The band is also known for their hit singles “How Your Love Makes Me Fee l\,” “One More Day\,” “Beautiful Mess\,” “Unbelievable\,” “In a Week or Tw o” and more. The band has raised over $1 million for non-profits\, receive d the Minnie Pearl Humanitarian award\, and served as long-time spokespers ons for Big Brothers Big Sisters. Tickets go on sale Friday\, February 22\ , available online at www.goldennuggetlc.com or by visiting the Golden Nug get Box Office\, open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 AM to 7 PM with ext ended hours on concert days. Tickets purchased online may be picked up fro m the Golden Nugget Box Office on the day of the show from 11 AM to 8 PM o nly. All guests must be 21 or older. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Legendary country group Diamond Rio will pe rform on Saturday\, April 6 at 8:00 PM in the Grand Event Center at Golden Nugget.

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Formed in 1989 in Nashville\, the band co nsists of Gene Johnson (mandolin\, tenor vocals)\, Jimmy Olander (lead gui tar\, acoustic guitar\, banjo)\, Brian Prout (drums)\, Marty Roe (lead voc als\, acoustic guitar)\, Dan Truman (keyboards)\, and Dana Williams (bass guitar\, baritone vocals).

The Grammy Award-winning and six-time&n bsp\;Vocal Group of the Year \;were the first country music g roup in history to reach #1 with a debut single\, &ldquo\;Meet In The Midd le.&rdquo\; \; The band is also known for their hit singles &ldquo\;Ho w Your Love Makes Me Feel\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;One More Day\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\ ;Beautiful Mess\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;Unbelievable\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;In a Week or Two&rdquo\; and more. The band has raised over $1 million for non-prof its\, received the Minnie Pearl Humanitarian award\, and served as long-ti me spokespersons for Big Brothers Big Sisters.

Tickets go on sale Friday\, February 22\, available online at \;www.goldennuggetlc.com \;or by visiting the Golden Nugget Box Office\, open Tuesday through Saturday f rom 11 AM to 7 PM with extended hours on concert days. Tickets purchased o nline may be picked up from the Golden Nugget Box Office on the day of the show from 11 AM to 8 PM only. All guests must be 21 or older.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190220T1457260Z-583899-551@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201116T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201116T220000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families: Unlocking Ambitious IEP Goals DESCRIPTION:Join us as we discuss some tips to help you focus on making you r child’s IEP as complete as possible to ensure good outcomes. During this webinar we will discuss measurable annual goals and how they are written\ , your role as a IEP team member and how to create a results driven IEP. C o-Sponsor: FHF Southwest La. Audience: Parents\, Caregivers\, and Professi onals of School-Aged Children/Students. Click here to register X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us as we discuss some tips to help you focus on making your child&rsquo\;s IEP as complete as possible to ensure good outcomes. During this webinar we will discuss measurable annual goal s and how they are written\, your role as a IEP team member and how to cre ate a results driven IEP. Co-Sponsor: FHF Southwest La. Audience: Parents\ , Caregivers\, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students.

C lick here to register
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Online UID:20201109T1743410Z-583899-1133@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201110T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201110T140000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families: We've Got You Covered DESCRIPTION:Open enrollment for 2021 individual-market health plans is now. This webinar is designed to answer some of those questions and give you a understanding of what you need to know about open enrollment and the proc ess of obtaining health coverage for the coming year. http://events.r20.co nstantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07ehe23o9v21b451f8&llr=h4gmbkcab X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Open enrollment for 2021 individual-market health plans is now. This webinar is designed to answer some of those ques tions and give you a understanding of what you need to know about open enr ollment and the process of obtaining health coverage for the coming year.< /p>
http://events.r20.constantcontac t.com/register/event?oeidk=a07ehe23o9v21b451f8&\;llr=h4gmbkcab
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20201109T1742140Z-583899-1132@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201110T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201110T110000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families: Parent-Caregiver Meeting DESCRIPTION:Are you a parent/caregiver with behavioral health concerns for your child or youth? These networking meetings will provide parents/caregi vers across the state an opportunity to gather and share information and r esources related to behavioral health services\, and to increase their sup port networks. In addition to seeking solutions for concerns\, participant s will be able to share any successful experiences or barriers they may be experiencing. For Parents & Caregivers of Children and Adults with Disa bilities - Parent-Caregiver Meeting Tues Nov 10\, 2020 at 10 AM Confer ence Call Information: Phone Number (605) 313-4819 Access Number: 546755# X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Are you a parent/caregiver with behavioral health concerns for your child or youth? These networking meetings will pr ovide parents/caregivers across the state an opportunity to gather and sha re information and resources related to behavioral health services\, and t o increase their support networks. In addition to seeking solutions for co ncerns\, participants will be able to share any successful experiences or barriers they may be experiencing.

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For Parents & amp\; Caregivers of Children and Adults with Disabilities -

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Parent-Caregiver Meeting

Tues Nov 10\, 2020 at 10 AM

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Conference Call Information:

Phone Number (605) 313-4819

Access Number: 546755#&nbs p\;
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Call In UID:20201109T1740400Z-583899-1131@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190219T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190219T120000 SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn DESCRIPTION:Area senior citizens are invited to the upcoming “Lunch and Lea rn” workshop\, which will be held from 10 a.m.-noon Tuesday\, Feb. 19\, at the Allen P. August Annex Building\, 2000 Moeling St.\, Lake Charles. Jod y Barrilleaux of Living Information for Today\, or LIFT\, is the featured guest speaker. She will discuss the LIFT Program and how it is helping are a widows and widowers - and others who have lost loved ones - join togethe r and cope with their grief and depression. The event is hosted by Calcasi eu Parish TRIAD and the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury’s Human Services Depa rtment. Lunch will be provided. The event is free but pre-registration is required. To register or for more information\, contact Michelle Guidry at 337-721-4030 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Area senior citizens are invited to the upc oming &ldquo\;Lunch and Learn&rdquo\; workshop\, which will be held from 1 0 a.m.-noon Tuesday\, Feb. 19\, at the Allen P. August Annex Building\, 20 00 Moeling St.\, Lake Charles.

Jody Barrilleaux of Living Informat ion for Today\, or LIFT\, is the featured guest speaker. She will discuss the LIFT Program and how it is helping area widows and widowers - and othe rs who have lost loved ones - join together and cope with their grief and depression.

The event is hosted by Calcasieu Parish TRIAD and the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury&rsquo\;s Human Services Department. Lunch wil l be provided.

The event is free but pre-registration is required. To register or for more information\, contact Michelle Guidry at 337-721- 4030

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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:TRIAD Hosts LIFT ‘Lunch and Learn’ for Senior Citizens UID:20190204T1706110Z-583899-502@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190520T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190520T123000 SUMMARY:CDL Mentors Job Fair DESCRIPTION:Lake Charles' newest truck driving school is hosting a Job Fair starting at 10:30 a.m. at the SEED Center\, 2nd floor. CDL Mentors provi des Class A & B Commerical Drivers Licenses and CDL permits. Equipment wil l be on-site for viewing. For more information\, contact CDL at (337) 602 -8223 or info@cdlmentors.com X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Lake Charles' newest truck driving school i s hosting a Job Fair starting at 10:30 a.m. at the SEED Center\, 2nd floor . \;

CDL Mentors provides Class A &\; B Commerical Drivers Licenses and CDL permits.

Equipment will be on-site for viewing.&n bsp\;

For more information\, contact CDL at (337) 602-8223 or info @cdlmentors.com
CATEGORIES:Career Fairs & Trade Shows LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20190506T2120520Z-583899-690@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190516T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190516T133000 SUMMARY:The Regional Interagency Coordinating Council (RICC) DESCRIPTION:The Regional Interagency Coordinating Council (RICC) is an esse ntial component of the Part C early intervention system at the local leve l. It meets to discuss early intervention strategies for the Southwest Lou isiana Region. The group's membership includes family members of children with disabilities\, service providers\, community leaders\, and agency re presentatives. EarlySteps support supports the development of regional co uncils as a way to expand the collaborative and coordinated efforts of the Part C system\, to develop local leadership\, and involve a broad stakeh older community.   All stakeholders including parents of children receivin g EarlySteps services\, family members\, providers\, and other early Inte rvention personnel are encouraged to attend RICC Meetings. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Regional Interagency Coordinating Cou ncil (RICC) is an essential \;
component of the Part C early inte rvention system at the local level. \;It meets to \;discuss early intervention strategies for the Southwest Louisiana Region. \;
The group's membership includes family members of children with disabi lities\, service providers\, community leaders\, and agency representative s. \;

EarlySteps support supports the development of regional councils as a way to expand the collaborative and coordinated ef forts of the Part C system\, to \;
develop local leadership\, and involve a broad stakeholder community. \; \;

All stake holders including parents \;of children receiving EarlySteps \;
services\, family members\, providers\, and other early Intervention&nb sp\;
personnel \;are encouraged to attend RICC Meetings.
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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Link to RICC Meeting Invitation Letter https://tinyurl.com/y4dczju h UID:20190426T1815320Z-583899-666@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190331T235000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190331T235500 SUMMARY:LED: CEO Roundtables Applications CLOSE DESCRIPTION:Today\, Louisiana Economic Development opened the application p eriod for CEO Roundtables\, a popular peer program for small business exec utives. Meeting 10 times within a year\, the program encourages business l eaders to explore professional challenges with each other under the guidan ce of an experienced facilitator. The application period will be Feb. 1 th rough March 31 for regional roundtables that start in July 2019. Launched in 2014 to help established small businesses grow revenue and jobs\, LED’s regional CEO Roundtables convene 15 to 18 qualified decision-makers from the pool of applicants. Participants commit to meet about once a month for peer-to-peer learning\, business networking and support in the yearlong p rogram. Collaborative and growth-oriented\, the meetings support a trustin g environment in which executives explore business and personal solutions that spur business X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Today\, Louisiana Economic Development open ed the application period for CEO Roundtables\, a popular peer program for small business executives. Meeting 10 times within a year\, the program e ncourages business leaders to explore professional challenges with each ot her under the guidance of an experienced facilitator. The application peri od will be Feb. 1 through \;March 31 \;for region al roundtables that start in July 2019.

Launched in 2014 to help e stablished small businesses grow revenue and jobs\, LED&rsquo\;s regional CEO Roundtables \;convene \;15 to 18 qualified decisio n-makers from the pool of applicants. Participants commit to meet about on ce a month for peer-to-peer learning\, business networking and support in the yearlong program. Collaborative and growth-oriented\, the meetings sup port a trusting environment in which executives explore business and perso nal solutions that spur business \ ;
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190204T1716580Z-583899-504@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200102T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200102T100000 SUMMARY:American Visionary: JFK’s Life and Times DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html: CATEGORIES:General UID:20200102T1527320Z-583899-1024@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200314T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200314T120000 SUMMARY:Animal Services to Host Drive-thru Rabies Vaccination Clinic DESCRIPTION:Calcasieu Parish Animal Services has scheduled its annual drive -thru rabies clinics in Sulphur and Lake Charles. Clinic dates\, times\, and locations: 7a.m. – noon\, Saturday\, March 14: West-Cal Arena & Events Center parking lot\, 401 Arena Road\, Sulphur 7 a.m. - noon\, Saturday\, April 18: Burton Coliseum Complex parking lot\, 7001 Gulf Highway\, Lake C harles. The vaccination and licensing fee for an animal who is already spa yed or neutered is $8. For an unaltered pet\, the fee is $10. Microchippin g will also be available at the clinics. Residents can pay with cash or c hecks only – no debit or credit cards will be accepted. All cats must be in portable kennels. “These annual rabies clinics are an easy and conveni ent way to have your animals vaccinated\,” said Nathan Arena\, Animal Serv ices Director. At last year’s clinics\, 3\,304 pets were vaccinated and 31 2 pets were microchipped. Almost a dozen local veterinarians and more than 100 others volunteered their services. State and parish codes require all dogs and cats over three months of age be vaccinated and licensed. The se drive-thru clinics help prevent the spread of the rabies infection and once vaccinated\, your pet is required to wear a rabies license tag. Cat o wners are encouraged to place the tags on breakaway collars. A reminder t o residents that the legal definition of a pet owner is “any person\, busi ness or entity that provides care\, harbors\, acts as custodian\, or permi ts an animal to remain on or about his premises.” In the event someone is bitten\, this owner could be held responsible. For more information\, con tact Animal Services at 337-721-3730 or visit www.calcasieuparish.gov. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Calcasieu Parish Animal Services has schedu led its annual drive-thru rabies clinics in Sulphur and Lake Charles. \;

Clinic dates\, times\, and locations:

7a .m. &ndash\; noon\, Saturday\, March 14: \;West-Cal Arena &am p\; Events Center parking lot\,
401 Arena Road\, Sulphur

~~7 a.m. - noon\, Saturday\, April 18: \;Burton Coliseum Complex parking lot\, 7001 Gulf Highway\, Lake Charles.~~

Th e vaccination and licensing fee for an animal who is already spayed or neu tered is $8. For an unaltered pet\, the fee is $10. Microchipping will als o be available at the clinics. \;

Residents can pay with cash or checks only &ndash\; no debit or credit cards will be accepted. \;< /p>
All cats must be in portable kennels. \;

&ldquo\;These annual rabies clinics are an easy and convenient way to have your animals vaccinated\,&rdquo\; said Nathan Arena\, Animal Services Director.
< p>At last year&rsquo\;s clinics\, 3\,304 pets were vaccinated and 312 pets were microchipped. Almost a dozen local veterinarians and more than 100 o thers volunteered their services. \;

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State and parish codes require all dogs and cats over three months of age be vaccin ated and licensed. These drive-thru clinics help prevent the spread of the rabies infection and once vaccinated\, your pet is required to wear a rab ies license tag. Cat owners are encouraged to place the tags on breakaway collars. \;

A reminder to residents that the legal definition of a pet owner is &ldquo\;any person\, business or entity that provides ca re\, harbors\, acts as custodian\, or permits an animal to remain on or ab out his premises.&rdquo\; In the event someone is bitten\, this owner coul d be held responsible. \;

For more information\, contact Anima l Services at 337-721-3730 or visit \;www.calcasieuparish.gov.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:West Cal Events Center UID:20200214T1348180Z-583899-1077@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200418T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200418T120000 SUMMARY:Animal Services to Host Drive-thru Rabies Vaccination Clinic DESCRIPTION:Calcasieu Parish Animal Services has scheduled its annual drive -thru rabies clinics in Sulphur and Lake Charles. Clinic dates\, times\, and locations: 7a.m. – noon\, Saturday\, March 14: West-Cal Arena & Events Center parking lot\, 401 Arena Road\, Sulphur 7 a.m. - noon\, Saturday\, April 18: Burton Coliseum Complex parking lot\, 7001 Gulf Highway\, Lake C harles. The vaccination and licensing fee for an animal who is already spa yed or neutered is $8. For an unaltered pet\, the fee is $10. Microchippin g will also be available at the clinics. Residents can pay with cash or c hecks only – no debit or credit cards will be accepted. All cats must be in portable kennels. “These annual rabies clinics are an easy and conveni ent way to have your animals vaccinated\,” said Nathan Arena\, Animal Serv ices Director. At last year’s clinics\, 3\,304 pets were vaccinated and 31 2 pets were microchipped. Almost a dozen local veterinarians and more than 100 others volunteered their services. State and parish codes require all dogs and cats over three months of age be vaccinated and licensed. The se drive-thru clinics help prevent the spread of the rabies infection and once vaccinated\, your pet is required to wear a rabies license tag. Cat o wners are encouraged to place the tags on breakaway collars. A reminder t o residents that the legal definition of a pet owner is “any person\, busi ness or entity that provides care\, harbors\, acts as custodian\, or permi ts an animal to remain on or about his premises.” In the event someone is bitten\, this owner could be held responsible. For more information\, con tact Animal Services at 337-721-3730 or visit www.calcasieuparish.gov. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Calcasieu Parish Animal Services has schedu led its annual drive-thru rabies clinics in Sulphur and Lake Charles. \;

Clinic dates\, times\, and locations:

7a .m. &ndash\; noon\, Saturday\, March 14: \;West-Cal Arena &am p\; Events Center parking lot\,
401 Arena Road\, Sulphur

~~7 a.m. - noon\, Saturday\, April 18: \;Burton Coliseum Complex parking lot\, 7001 Gulf Highway\, Lake Charles.~~

Th e vaccination and licensing fee for an animal who is already spayed or neu tered is $8. For an unaltered pet\, the fee is $10. Microchipping will als o be available at the clinics. \;

Residents can pay with cash or checks only &ndash\; no debit or credit cards will be accepted. \;< /p>
All cats must be in portable kennels. \;

&ldquo\;These annual rabies clinics are an easy and convenient way to have your animals vaccinated\,&rdquo\; said Nathan Arena\, Animal Services Director.
< p>At last year&rsquo\;s clinics\, 3\,304 pets were vaccinated and 312 pets were microchipped. Almost a dozen local veterinarians and more than 100 o thers volunteered their services. \;

\;

State and parish codes require all dogs and cats over three months of age be vaccin ated and licensed. These drive-thru clinics help prevent the spread of the rabies infection and once vaccinated\, your pet is required to wear a rab ies license tag. Cat owners are encouraged to place the tags on breakaway collars. \;

A reminder to residents that the legal definition of a pet owner is &ldquo\;any person\, business or entity that provides ca re\, harbors\, acts as custodian\, or permits an animal to remain on or ab out his premises.&rdquo\; In the event someone is bitten\, this owner coul d be held responsible. \;

For more information\, contact Anima l Services at 337-721-3730 or visit \;www.calcasieuparish.gov.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Burton Coliseum Complex UID:20200214T1348080Z-583899-1078@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210501T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210501T210000 SUMMARY:Lake Charles Sypmphony at the Golden Nugget DESCRIPTION:Local Lake Charles Symphony is back! Ease into the night at coc ktail hour where you can bid on your favorite items at the silent auction donated by our local supporters. Then enjoy beautiful music by the Lake Ch arles Symphony over a 3 course dining experience. Individual tickets can b e purchased for a cost of $125 per ticket. If you'd like to sponsor the ev ent\, check out the sponsorship packages below. Platinum Sponsorship- $5 000 • Exclusive Sponsorship for Event • Sponsorship on signage at event • Recognition in Public Materials and Marketing Promotions • Verbal recognit ion at Event • Wine Gift Basket included at table • 1 Table of 8 Gold Sp onsorship-$2500 • Sponsorship on signage at event • Recognition in Public Materials and Marketing Promotions • Verbal recognition at Event • 8 Ticke ts Silver Sponsorship-$1250 • Sponsorship on signage at event • Verbal r ecognition at Event • 4 Tickets Bronze Sponsorship-$500 • Sponsorship on signage at event • 2 Tickets X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Local Lake Charles Symphony is back! Ease i nto the night at cocktail hour where you can bid on your favorite items at the silent auction donated by our local supporters. Then enjoy beautiful music by the Lake Charles Symphony over a 3 course dining experience. Indi vidual tickets can be purchased for a cost of $125 per ticket. If you'd li ke to sponsor the event\, check out the sponsorship packages below.
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Platinum Sponsorship- $5000

&bull\; Exclusive Sp onsorship for Event

&bull\; Sponsorship on signage at event
< p>&bull\; Recognition in Public Materials and Marketing Promotions

&bull\; Verbal recognition at Event

&bull\; Wine Gift Basket incl uded at table &bull\; 1 Table of 8

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Gold Sponsorshi p-$2500

&bull\; Sponsorship on signage at event

&bull\; Re cognition in Public Materials and Marketing Promotions

&bull\; Ver bal recognition at Event

&bull\; 8 Tickets

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Silver Sponsorship-$1250

&bull\; Sponsorship on signage at event< /p>
&bull\; Verbal recognition at Event

&bull\; 4 Tickets

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Bronze Sponsorship-$500

&bull\; Sponsorship on signage at event

&bull\; 2 Tickets

CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Golden Nugget UID:20210421T1945030Z-583899-1165@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190608T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190608T230000 SUMMARY:Golden Nugget Presents The Clairvoyants on June 8 DESCRIPTION:Lake Charles\, Louisiana – The Austrian duo Thommy Ten and Amel ie van Tass\, known as The Clairvoyants\, will bring their amazing display of magic and mentalism to Golden Nugget on June 8 at 8:00 PM in the Grand Event Center. The innovative duo were voted runners up on the 2016 season of America’s Got Talent. Van Tass and Ten were awarded “The German Champi ons of Mentalism\,” “Magicians of the Year 2015\,” and\, also in 2015\, we re enthusiastically chosen as the “World Champions of Mentalism\,” a prize that had not been awarded in 30 years. In April 2017 their extraordinary talent was recognized by the Academy of Magical Arts and The Magic Castle Hollywood as 'Stage Magicians of the Year 2016'. Tickets go on sale Friday \, March 8\, available online at www.goldennuggetlc.com or by visiting the Golden Nugget Box Office\, open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 AM to 7 PM with extended hours on concert days. Tickets purchased online may be pi cked up from the Golden Nugget Box Office on the day of the show from 11 A M to 8 PM only. All guests must be 21 or older. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Lake Charles\, Louisiana &ndash\; \;The Austrian duo Thommy Ten and Amelie van Tass\, known as The Clairvoyants\, will bring their amazing display of magic and mentalism to Golden Nugget on June 8 at 8:00 PM in the Grand Event Center. The innovative duo were vo ted runners up on the 2016 season of \;America&rsquo\;s Got Talent . \;Van Tass and Ten were awarded &ldquo\;The Ger man Champions of Mentalism\,&rdquo\; &ldquo\;Magicians of the Year 2015\,& rdquo\; and\, also in 2015\, were enthusiastically chosen as the &ldquo\;W orld Champions of Mentalism\,&rdquo\; a prize that had not been awarded in 30 years. In April 2017 their extraordinary talent was recognized by the Academy of Magical Arts and The Magic Castle Hollywood as 'Stage Magicians of the Year 2016'.

Tickets go on sale Friday\, March 8\, available o nline at \;www.goldennuggetlc.com \;or by visiting the Golden Nugget Box Office\, open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 AM to 7 PM with extended hours on concert days. Tickets purchased online may be picked up from the Golden Nugget Box Office on the day of the show from 1 1 AM to 8 PM only. All guests must be 21 or older.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190227T2103350Z-583899-560@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190417T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190417T120000 SUMMARY:Senior Citizen Easter Egg Hunt Planned DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles’ Recreation and Parks Department will host a free Easter Egg Hunt for senior citizens (60+) on Wednesday\, April 17\, from 10 a.m. – noon at the J.D. Clifton Center (2415 E. Gieffers St. ). In addition to games and door prizes\, lunch will be provided. For more information\, call 491-1535. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles&rsquo\; Recreation and Parks Department will host a free Easter Egg Hunt for senior citizens (60+) on Wednesday\, April 17\, from 10 a.m. &ndash\; noon at the J.D. Cl ifton Center (2415 E. Gieffers St.).

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In addition t o games and door prizes\, lunch will be provided.

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For more information\, call 491-1535.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190410T1436020Z-583899-649@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190307T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190307T180000 SUMMARY:March Teen Connection Seminar DESCRIPTION:Lake Charles\, LA—March Teen Connection Seminars will be held f rom 5 – 6 p.m. Thursday\, March 7\, and Thursday\, March 21\, at the Cpl D onald Ray Stevens Center\, formerly Goosport Recreation\, located at 1619 Cessford St. On Thursday\, March 7\, Cary Chavis of Speak Pretty Develop ment will teach teens how to communicate through debate. The Power of Pers uasion will focus on this skill that LinkedIn recently revealed as a top s kill most worth learning in 2019. According to the study\, strengthening w hat is often considered a “soft skill” is one of the best investments you can make in your career. These skills never go out of style. In October 2017\, the City of Lake Charles began hosting Teen Connection for teenager s\, 13 to 18 years old\, in Calcasieu Parish. All sessions are offered fre e of charge. Teen Connection is designed to help teenagers learn job ski lls\, college prep\, social media\, interview skills\, and ACT prep among others. The classes are instructed by educators\, government officials\, a nd business leaders in the community. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Lake Charles\, LA&mdash\;March Teen Connect ion Seminars will be held from 5 &ndash\; 6 p.m. Thursday\, March 7\, and Thursday\, March 21\, at the Cpl Donald Ray Stevens Center\, formerly Goos port Recreation\, located at 1619 Cessford St.

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On Thursday\, March 7\, \;Cary Chavis of Speak Pretty De velopment will teach teens how to communicate through debate. \;Th e Power of Persuasion \;will focus on this skill that LinkedIn re cently revealed as a top skill most worth learning in 2019. According to t he study\, strengthening what is often considered a &ldquo\;soft skill&rdq uo\; is one of the best investments you can make in your career. These ski lls never go out of style.

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In October 2017\, the C ity of Lake Charles began hosting Teen Connection for teenagers\, 13 to 18 years old\, in Calcasieu Parish. All sessions are offered free of charge.

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Teen Connection is designed to help teenagers lea rn job skills\, college prep\, social media\, interview skills\, and ACT p rep among others. The classes are instructed by educators\, government off icials\, and business leaders in the community.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190227T2105280Z-583899-561@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190321T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190321T190000 SUMMARY:March Teen Connection Seminar #2 DESCRIPTION:Lake Charles\, LA—March Teen Connection Seminars will be held f rom 5 – 6 p.m. Thursday\, March 7\, and Thursday\, March 21\, at the Cpl D onald Ray Stevens Center\, formerly Goosport Recreation\, located at 1619 Cessford St. On Thursday\, March 21\, Teen Connection will take a closer look at How to Learn Better. Individual learning styles can vary from per son to person and there is really no one-size-fits-all approach to retaini ng new information. No matter what learning style best suits your teen\, h owever\, there are some practical tips and tricks that can be adapted to f it any student’s study method. This Teen Connection will focus on sharing some of these tips and tricks. In October 2017\, the City of Lake Charle s began hosting Teen Connection for teenagers\, 13 to 18 years old\, in Ca lcasieu Parish. All sessions are offered free of charge. Teen Connection is designed to help teenagers learn job skills\, college prep\, social me dia\, interview skills\, and ACT prep among others. The classes are instru cted by educators\, government officials\, and business leaders in the com munity X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Lake Charles\, LA&mdash\;March Teen Connect ion Seminars will be held from 5 &ndash\; 6 p.m. Thursday\, March 7\, and Thursday\, March 21\, at the Cpl Donald Ray Stevens Center\, formerly Goos port Recreation\, located at 1619 Cessford St.

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On Thursday\, March 21\, Teen Connection will take a closer look at \;How to Learn Better. \;Individual learning styles can vary from person to person and there is really no one-size-fits-all approach to reta ining new information. No matter what learning style best suits your teen\ , however\, there are some practical tips and tricks that can be adapted t o fit any student&rsquo\;s study method. This Teen Connection will focus o n sharing some of these tips and tricks.

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In Octobe r 2017\, the City of Lake Charles began hosting Teen Connection for teenag ers\, 13 to 18 years old\, in Calcasieu Parish. All sessions are offered f ree of charge.

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Teen Connection is designed to help teenagers learn job skills\, college prep\, social media\, interview skil ls\, and ACT prep among others. The classes are instructed by educators\, government officials\, and business leaders in the community
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190227T2106310Z-583899-562@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190715T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190715T200000 SUMMARY:McNeese Leisure Learning: Excel II DESCRIPTION:Excel II: Working with Multiple Workbooks\, 6 – 8 p.m.\, Tues/T hurs\, July 15\, 17 To Register: www.mcneese.edu/leisure 337-475-5616 Leis urelearning@mcneese.edu X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Excel II: Working with Multi ple Workbooks\, 6 &ndash\; 8 p.m.\, Tues/Thurs\, July 15\, 17

To Register:

www.mcneese.edu/leisure

337-475-5616
Leisurelearning@mcnees e.edu
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20190703T1801430Z-583899-802@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190708T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190708T200000 SUMMARY:McNeese Leisure Learning: Quickbooks II DESCRIPTION:QuickBooks II: Setting Up Payroll\, Financial Reports and Misce llaneous Transactions\, 5 – 8 p.m.\, Mondays\, July 8\, 15\, 22 To Registe r: www.mcneese.edu/leisure 337-475-5616 Leisurelearning@mcneese.edu X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

QuickBooks II: Setting Up Pa yroll\, Financial Reports and Miscellaneous Transactions\, 5 &ndash\; 8 p. m.\, Mondays\, July 8\, 15\, 22

To Register:

www.mc neese.edu/leisure

337-475-5616

Leisurelearning@mcneese.edu
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20190703T1803040Z-583899-804@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190722T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190722T200000 SUMMARY:McNeese Leisure Learning: Excel III DESCRIPTION:Excel III: Frequently Used Functions\, 6 – 8 p.m.\, Tues/Thurs\ , July 22\, 24 To Register: www.mcneese.edu/leisure 337-475-5616 Leisurele arning@mcneese.edu X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Excel III: Frequently Used F unctions\, 6 &ndash\; 8 p.m.\, Tues/Thurs\, July 22\, 24

To Register:

www.mcneese.edu/leisure

337-475-5616
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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20190703T1802220Z-583899-803@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190708T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190708T200000 SUMMARY:McNeese Leisure Learning: Excel I DESCRIPTION:Excel I: Introduction to Excel\, 6 - 8 p.m.\, Monday\, Wednesda y\, July 8\, 10 To Register: www.mcneese.edu/leisure 337-475-5616 Leisurel earning@mcneese.edu X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Excel I: Introduction to Excel\, 6 - 8 p.m.\, Monday\, Wednesday\, July 8\, 10

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337-475-5616

Leisurelearning@mcneese.edu
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20190703T1801080Z-583899-801@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190504T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190504T150000 SUMMARY:The Mac Burns Golf Tournament DESCRIPTION:To benefit the West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital Foundation. Sat urday May 4th 2019. Join us at Frasch Golf Course and golf for a good cau se! The Mac burns Golf Tournamnet is a 4-man scramble format with a double shotgun start at 8:00am and 1:30pm. Entry fee is $400 for a team Tee bo x subscription is $100 per hole. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
To benefit the West Calcasieu Cameron Hospi tal Foundation. \;

Saturday May 4th 2019. \;

Join us at Frasch Golf Course and golf for a good cause!

The Mac burns Golf Tournamnet is a 4-man scramble format with a double shotgun start at 8:00am and 1:30pm. \;

Entry fee is $400 for a team \;

Tee box subscription is $100 per hole. \;
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:For more info: (337) 527-4117 UID:20190426T1832160Z-583899-667@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190502T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190502T223000 SUMMARY:SWLA Law Center Barrister's Bingo - Thursday May 2nd DESCRIPTION:Where: Pioneer Club\, 127 Broad St\, Lake Charles. Price: $125 / Person or $900 / table Tickerts includes open bar\, buffet club style bingo and fabulous prizes! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Where: Pioneer Club\, 127 Broad St\, Lake C harles. \;

Price: $125 / Person or $900 / table \;

Tickerts includes open bar\, buffet club style bingo and fabulous prizes! \;
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190410T1458150Z-583899-650@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190106T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190106T190000 SUMMARY:AUDITIONS: The Importance of Being Earnest DESCRIPTION:The Lake Charles Little Theater is holding auditions for The Im portance of Being Earnest on January 6 & & at 6 p.m. They will be reading from the script\, no stage experience is required. Performance dates will be April 17 - May 3. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Lake Charles Little Theater is holding auditions for The Importance of Being Earnest on January 6 &\; &\; a t 6 p.m.

They will be reading from the script\, no stage experienc e is required.

Performance dates will be April 17 - May 3.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:The Lake Charles Little Theater UID:20191217T2054550Z-583899-1022@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210422T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210422T123000 SUMMARY:Small Business Accounting with a CPA DESCRIPTION:The effects of the past year have been felt by small businesses across the country. Keeping track of your account records and maintaining good bookkeeping practices has become more important than ever. Join this webinar to learn more directly from a CPA\, ask questions\, and set your business up for success. Speaker(s): Darryl Drewett\, CPA Co-Sponsor(s): T his webinar is made possible by Sasol Westlake Fee: No Cost Register Onlin e X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

The effects of the past year have been felt by smal l businesses across the country. Keeping track of your account records and maintaining good bookkeeping practices has become more important than eve r. Join this webinar to learn more directly from a CPA\, ask questions\, a nd set your business up for success.

Speaker(s): Darryl Drewett\, CPA

Co-Sponsor(s): This webinar is made possible by Sasol Westlake< /p>
Fee: No Cost

Register Online
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20210416T1804320Z-583899-1157@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190608T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190608T120000 SUMMARY:3rd Annual Explore Nature Art Contest DESCRIPTION:The Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention & Visitors Bure au will hold the community-wide Explore Nature Art Contest in anticipation of the National Get Outdoors Day celebration. The artwork and entry form must be submitted to the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana CVB by May 17. Kindergarten – 8th grade students in Calcasieu and Cameron Parishes are asked to design their own unique representations of the outdoors in Southw est Louisiana. The first-place winner’s artwork will be printed on postca rds and distributed at Creole Nature Trail Adventure Point. The first\, s econd and third-place winners will receive Get Outdoors Kits\, and the Top 25 entries will be displayed at the National Get Outdoors Day event. Na tional Get Outdoors Day is an annual event to encourage healthy\, active o utdoor fun. The community is invited to commemorate National Get Outdoors Day on Saturday\, June 8\, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Creole Nature Trail A dventure Point\, 2740 Ruth Street. Creole Nature Trail Adventure Point inc ludes interactive exhibits featuring the outdoors\, culture\, cuisine and music of Southwest Louisiana. Entry forms for the art contest are now av ailable at the LC/SWLA CVB\, Creole Nature Trail Adventure Point\, and www .visitlakecharles.org/artform. For more information on the art contest\, contact Shanna Landry at slandry@visitlakecharles.org or (337) 502-4233. Regular hours of operation for Creole Nature Trail Adventure Point are Mon day-Friday\, 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday\, 8:30 a.m. – 4 p. m. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Conven tion &\; Visitors Bureau will hold the community-wide Explore Nature Ar t Contest in anticipation of the National Get Outdoors Day celebration.&nb sp\; The artwork and entry form must be submitted to the Lake Charles/Sout hwest Louisiana CVB by May 17.

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Kindergarten &ndash \; 8^th \;grade students in Calcasieu and Cameron Parishes a re asked to design their own unique representations of the outdoors in Sou thwest Louisiana. \; The first-place winner&rsquo\;s artwork will be p rinted on postcards and distributed at Creole Nature Trail Adventure Point . \; The first\, second and third-place winners will receive Get Outdo ors Kits\, and the Top 25 entries will be displayed at the National Get Ou tdoors Day event.

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National Get Outdoors Day is an annual event to encourage healthy\, active outdoor fun. \; The communi ty is invited to commemorate National Get Outdoors Day on Saturday\, June 8\, from 10 a.m. &ndash\; 2 p.m. at Creole Nature Trail Adventure Point\, 2740 Ruth Street. Creole Nature Trail Adventure Point includes interactive exhibits featuring the outdoors\, culture\, cuisine and music of Southwes t Louisiana.

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Entry forms for the art contest are n ow available at the LC/SWLA CVB\, Creole Nature Trail Adventure Point\, an d \;www.visitlakecharles.org/artform. \; For more info rmation on the art contest\, contact Shanna Landry at \;slandry@visitlakecharles.org \;or (337) 502-4233. \; Regular hours of operation for Creole Nature Trail Adventure Point are Monday-Friday\, 8:30 a.m. &ndash\; 5 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday\, 8:30 a.m. &ndash\; 4 p.m.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190417T1400580Z-583899-654@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190426T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190426T210000 SUMMARY:SPRING ART WALK AT HISTORIC CITY HALL DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles will host an opening reception for thr ee new exhibits during Spring Art Walk at Historic City Hall Arts & Cultur al Center on Friday\, April 26 from 5 to 9 p.m. The event will be open to the public with free admission\, and refreshments will be served. Spring A rt Walk is annually presented by the Arts and Humanities Council of SWLA. Louisiana Proud: The Cajun Experience is a tribute to old-time craftsmen a nd artists showcasing master artist Darrell Chitty’s deep respect for the vanishing Acadian culture. This is an artist who sees not just the surface \, but down to the soul of such beloved characters as woodworkers and musi cians\, spinners and teachers\, blacksmiths and gardeners\, and others so necessary in early-day life. Testing paint samples from these canvases m ight indicate a contemporary provenance\, but the sensibility and soul in each could just as well date them back to Renaissance painters. Raised in Houma\, Chitty throughout his life has been an accomplished musician\, boa t builder\, world traveler\, and scholar\, besides having been twice named Louisiana’s Photographer of the Year. He will be present at the opening r eception to speak with attendees. His works on display are tributes to a subject dear to his heart\, the authentic Cajun experience. The exhibitio n will hang in the second floor gallery until June 30. Also opening at S pring Art Walk on April 26 will be a multi-media collection by the Artisan ’s Gallery. The group is comprised of more than 20 well-known local artist s offering an array of ceramics\, sculptures\, jewelry\, paintings and muc h more. Many works will be available for purchase. The exhibition will run through June 8. A photography exhibit entitled PhoteauxBien by Jeanie R hea\, a DeRidder native\, will also open on April 26. From Louisiana swamp scenes to magnificent plantations\, from quiet sunsets to shrimp boats wo rking the waters\, from birds on the wing to local festival scenes\; this exhibit showcases a Bayou State that is a rich paradise for photographers. Many works will be available for purchase. The exhibition will be on view until June 30. While visiting the center\, don’t miss the last chance t o see HITNES The Image Hunter: On the Trail of John James Audubon in the t hird floor gallery.   Historic City Hall is open Monday through Friday\, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday\, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free. Cha rlestown Farmers’ Market is open on Bilbo Street behind the center every S aturday 8 a.m.-noon. For more information\, please call 491-9147 or visit www.cityoflakecharles.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles will host an openi ng reception for three new exhibits during Spring Art Walk at Historic Cit y Hall Arts &\; Cultural Center on Friday\, April 26 from 5 to 9 p.m. T he event will be open to the public with free admission\, and refreshments will be served. Spring Art Walk is annually presented by the Arts and Hum anities Council of SWLA.

Louisiana Proud: The Cajun Experience \;is a \;tribute to old-time craftsmen and artists showcasin g master artist Darrell Chitty&rsquo\;s deep respect for the vanishing Aca dian culture. This is an artist who sees not just the surface\, but down t o the soul of such beloved characters as woodworkers and musicians\, spinn ers and teachers\, blacksmiths and gardeners\, and others so necessary in early-day life.

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Testing paint samples from these c anvases might indicate a contemporary provenance\, but the sensibility and soul in each could just as well date them back to Renaissance painters. R aised in Houma\, Chitty throughout his life has been an accomplished music ian\, boat builder\, world traveler\, and scholar\, besides having been tw ice named Louisiana&rsquo\;s Photographer of the Year. He will be present at the opening reception to speak with attendees.

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His works on display are tributes to a subject dear to his heart\, the aut hentic Cajun experience. The exhibition will hang in the second floor gall ery until June 30.

\;

Also opening at Spring Art Walk on April 26 will be \;a multi-media collection by the Artisan&rsquo\; s Gallery. The group is comprised of more than 20 well-known local artists offering an array of ceramics\, sculptures\, jewelry\, paintings and much more. Many works will be available for purchase. The exhibition will run through June 8.

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A photography exhibit entitled&nbs p\;PhoteauxBien \;by Jeanie Rhea\, a DeRidder native\, will a lso open on April 26. From Louisiana swamp scenes to magnificent plantatio ns\, from quiet sunsets to shrimp boats working the waters\, from birds on the wing to local festival scenes\; this exhibit showcases a Bayou State that is a rich paradise for photographers. Many works will be available fo r purchase. The exhibition will be on view until June 30.

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While visiting the center\, don&rsquo\;t miss the last chance to s ee \;HITNES The Image Hunter: On the Trail of John James Audubon&n bsp\;in the third floor gallery. \; \;

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Historic City Hall is open Monday through Friday\, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday\, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free. Charlestown Farm ers&rsquo\; Market is open on Bilbo Street behind the center every Saturda y 8 a.m.-noon. For more information\, please call 491-9147 or visit \; www.c ityoflakecharles.com.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:For more information\, please call 491-9147 or visit www.cityoflak echarles.com. UID:20190417T1416190Z-583899-658@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200109T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200109T130000 SUMMARY:West Calcasieu Chamber Business Luncheon DESCRIPTION:Tony Barre\, Indorama Sr. Site Director will be speaking at the West Calcasieu Chamber Business Luncheon this month. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Tony Barre\, Indorama Sr. Site Director wil l be speaking at the West Calcasieu Chamber Business Luncheon this month.< /p> CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:West Cal Events Center UID:20200102T1600110Z-583899-1026@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210904T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210904T200000 SUMMARY:Banners Presents: Josephine DESCRIPTION:JOSEPHINE\, a burlesque cabaret dream play combines cabaret\, t heatre and dance to tell the story of the iconic Josephine Baker\, the fir st African-American international superstar and one of the most remarkable figures of the 20th century. Josephine shatters stereotypes of race\, gen der roles\, and sexuality in this intimate\, charming\, and haunting cabar et with a twist. Here's your second chance to catch this internationally-a cclaimed and award-winning stage production which sold out as the opening performance of our 2019 Cultural Season. Due to adult content\, ticket-hol ders must be 18 or older. This one-time performance takes the stage on Sat urday\, September 4\, 7pm\, at the Tritico Theatre on campus at McNeese St ate University. Tickets available from banners.org. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

JOSEPHINE\, a burlesque cabaret dream play \;combines cabaret\, theatre and dance to tell the story of the icon ic Josephine Baker\, the first African-American international superstar an d one of the most remarkable figures of the 20th century.

J osephine \;shatters stereotypes of race\, gender roles\, and sexu ality in this intimate\, charming\, and haunting cabaret with a twist. Her e's your second chance to catch this internationally-acclaimed and \;a ward-winning stage production which sold out as the opening performance of our 2019 Cultural Season.

Due to adult content\, ticket-holder s must be 18 or older. This one-time performance takes the stage on \; Saturday\, September 4\, 7pm\, at the Tritico Theatre&nbs p\;on campus at McNeese State University. \;

Tickets available from \ ;banners.org. \;

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CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Tritico Theatre UID:20210819T1815470Z-583899-1207@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210905T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210905T150000 SUMMARY:Banners Presents: Josie & Grace DESCRIPTION:Theatre fans throughout the Lake Area will have an opportunity to be one of the first audiences in the world to see the new Dynamite Lunc hbox production\, Josie & Grace: A Mostly Historical Cabaret Dream Play\, before the team heads out on their global tour. Join us for this deeper di ve into Josephine's life\, as we explore her legendary friendship with Pri ncess Grace Kelly\, painting a picture of two of the most iconic women of the 20th Century. From the creators of the award-winning international hit show Josephine comes the world premiere play about two American women who became immortal in Europe after meteoric rises to success that challenged the limits placed on them by a racist and sexist world. Starring Tymisha Harris reprising her role as Josephine Baker and introducing Rachel Comeau as Princess Grace Kelly\, Josie & Grace premieres on Sunday\, September 5 for a 2pm matinee performance\, also at the Tritico Theatre in the Shearm an Fine Arts annex. Tickets available from banners.org. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Theatre fans throughout the Lake Area will have an opportunity to be one of the first audiences in the world to see t he new Dynamite Lunchbox production\, \;Josie &\; Grace : A Mostly Historical Cabaret Dream Play\, before the team h eads out on their global tour.

Join us for this deeper dive int o Josephine's life\, as we explore her legendary friendship with \;Pri ncess Grace Kelly\, painting a picture of two of the most iconic women of the 20th Century. From the creators of the award-winning international hit show \;Josephine \;comes the world premiere play about t wo American women who became immortal in Europe after meteoric rises to su ccess that challenged the limits placed on them by a racist and sexist wor ld.

Starring Tymisha Harris reprising her role as Josephine Bak er and introducing Rachel Comeau as Princess Grace Kelly\, \;Josie &\; Grace \;premieres on \;Sunday\, September 5 f or a 2pm matinee \;performance\, also at the Tritico Theatre in the Shearman Fine Arts annex. \;

Tickets available from& nbsp\;banners.org. \;
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Tritico Theatre UID:20210819T1816030Z-583899-1208@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191119T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191119T200000 SUMMARY:Angels Host Entrepreneurial Forum & Investor Meeting DESCRIPTION:Ocean Auction LLC presents MOBYMARKET.COM advanced online Seafo od Marketplace. Wholesalers\, Processors and Fisherman are provided the Mo by Market Platform to showcase their products. Shoppers may purchase fresh or frozen\, wild caught and farm raised seafood products with local and e xpress delivery options. Presenters: Clay Feucht\, CEO   Tuesday Evening \, November 19\, 2019 The S E E D Center\, 2nd Floor Conference Room\, 431 0 Ryan Street\, Lake Charles\, Louisiana 70601 Please join us encouraging Start-up/Early Stage Ventures and building a Start-up Community in S outhwest Louisiana. Networking and Hors D’oeuvres: 6 p.m. Program/Present ations: 7 p.m. R. S. V. P. Not later than November 18\, 2019 Ron McGinley \, email: macfhion@gmail.com Phone 337 562 4903 Office \, or 337 263 2701 Mobile X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Ocean Auction LLC presents MOBYMARKET.COM advanced online Seafood Marketplace. Wholesalers\, Processors and Fisherman are provided t he Moby Market Platform to showcase thei r products. Shoppers may purchase fresh or frozen\, wild caught and farm r aised seafood products with local and express delivery options. \;

Presenters: \; Clay Feucht\, CEO \; \;

Tuesday Evening\, November 19\, 2019

The S E E D Center\, 2nd Flo or Conference Room\,

4310 Ryan Street\, Lake Char les\, Louisiana 70601

Please join us encouraging Start-up/Early Stage Ventures and building a \; \; \; Start -up Community in Southwest Louisiana.

Networking and Hors D&rsquo\;oeuvres: \; 6 p.m.

Program/ Presentations: 7 p.m.

R. S. V. P. \; Not late r than November 18\, 2019

Ron McGinley\, email: m acfhion@gmail.com \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; &n bsp\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; &nbs p\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \ ; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; Phone 337 562 4903 Office\, or 337 263 2701 Mobile

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CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20191107T1453400Z-583899-980@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190208T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190208T203000 SUMMARY:LCLT presents FOREVER PLAID DESCRIPTION:Once upon a time\, there were four guys (Sparky\, Smudge\, Jinx \, and Francis) who discovered that they shared a love for music and then got together to become their idols - The Four Freshman\, The Hi-Lo's\, and The Crew Cuts. Rehearsing in the basement of Smudge's family's plumbing s upply company\, they became 'FOREVER PLAID'. On the way to their first big gig\, the 'Plaids' are broadsided by a school bus and killed instantly. I t is at the moment when their careers and lives end that the story of Fore ver Plaid begins... Singing in close harmony\, squabbling boyishly over th e smallest intonations and executing their charmingly outlandish choreogra phy with over zealous precision\, the 'Plaids' are a guaranteed smash\, wi th a program of beloved songs and delightful patter that keeps audiences r olling in the aisles when they're not humming along to some of the great n ostalgic pop hits of the 1950s. Written by Stuart Ross. Cast: Cole Becton as Spanky\; Jaylin Williams as Smudge\; Clay Corley as Jinx\; and Quaid Ni chols as Francis. Directed by: Dan Sadler Musical Director: Michael Parker February 8\, 9\, 15\, 16\, 22\, 23 at 7:30 pm February 10\, 17\, 24 at 2:00 pm Adults $20 Seniors (65+) $15 Students $10 Tickets on line at www.thelclt.com or call 337-433-7988 for reservations X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Once upon a time\, there were four guys (Sp arky\, Smudge\, Jinx\, and Francis) who discovered that they shared a love for music and then got together to become their idols - The Four Freshman \, The Hi-Lo's\, and The Crew Cuts. Rehearsing in the basement of Smudge's family's plumbing supply company\, they became 'FOREVER PLAID'. On the wa y to their first big gig\, the 'Plaids' are broadsided by a school bus and killed instantly. It is at the moment when their careers and lives end th at \;the story of Forev er Plaid begins...

Singing in close harmony\, squabbling b oyishly over the smallest intonations and executing their charmingly outla ndish choreography with over zealous precision\, the 'Plaids' are a guaran teed smash\, with a program of beloved songs and delightful patter that ke eps audiences rolling in the aisles when they're not humming along to some of the great nostalgic pop hits of the 1950s.
Written by Stuart Ross .

Cast: Cole Becton as Spanky\; Jaylin Williams as Smudge\; Cla y Corley as Jinx\; and Quaid Nichols as Francis.
Directed by: Dan Sad ler \; \; \; Musical Director: Michael Parker

~~February 8\, 9\, 15\, 16\, 22\, 23 at 7:30 pm~~
February 10\, 17\, 24 at 2:00 pm

Adults $20 \; &n bsp\; \;Seniors (65+) $15 \; \; \;Students $10
Ti ckets online at \;www.thelclt.com \;or call 337-433-7988 fo r reservations
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190204T1852290Z-583899-508@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190505T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190505T170000 SUMMARY:Bingo de Mayo – Margarita Bingo DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with the Lake Charles Symphony for thei r inaugural Bingo de Mayo fundraiser on Sunday\, May 5\, at the Cash and C arry Building\, 801 Enterprise\, from 3 – 5 p.m. The event will kick off with the sounds of the Barbe High School Buccaneer String Orchestra\, fol lowed by an afternoon filled with bingo games\, tasty chips and salsa from Casa Manana\, and of course\, margaritas – all for a great cause. A cash bar will also be available. Prizes donated by local businesses will be awa rded to the winner of each of the games\, including a special prize for th e Blackout Game. Door prizes will also be given away. Proceeds from Bing o de Mayo are used for the symphony’s educational and outreach programs\, in which free Symphony concert tickets are provided to students K-12\, con centrating on at-risk schools. Tickets are $50 a person\, $225 for a hal f table of five\, or $450 for a reserved table of ten. A limited number of tickets will be available at the door. Each ticket includes one bingo car d\, one drink ticket\, and snacks. Additional bingo cards will be availabl e for purchase. Bingo de Mayo would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors: Phillips 66\, Empire of the Seed\, Merchants & F armers Bank\, and Lake Area Title. To purchase tickets and for more info rmation\, go to www.lcsymphony.com/bingo or call the symphony office at (3 37) 433-1611. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with the Lake Charl es Symphony for their inaugural Bingo de Mayo fundraiser on Sunday\, May 5 \, at the Cash and Carry Building\, 801 Enterprise\, from 3 &ndash\; 5 p.m .

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The event will kick off with the sounds of the B arbe High School Buccaneer String Orchestra\, followed by an afternoon fil led with bingo games\, tasty chips and salsa from Casa Manana\, and of cou rse\, margaritas &ndash\; all for a great cause. A cash bar will also be a vailable. Prizes donated by local businesses will be awarded to the winner of each of the games\, including a special prize for the Blackout Game. D oor prizes will also be given away.

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Proceeds from Bingo de Mayo are used for the symphony&rsquo\;s educational and outreach programs\, \;in which free Symphony concert tickets are provided to st udents K-12\, concentrating on at-risk schools.

\;

Ti ckets are $50 a person\, $225 for a half table of five\, or $450 for a res erved table of ten. A limited number of tickets will be available at the d oor. Each ticket includes one bingo card\, one drink ticket\, and snacks. Additional bingo cards will be available for purchase.

\;

Bingo de Mayo would not be possible without the generous support of o ur sponsors: Phillips 66\, Empire of the Seed\, Merchants &\; Farmers B ank\, and Lake Area Title.

\;

To purchase tickets and for more information\, go to \;www.lcsymphony.com/bingo \;or call the symphony office at (337) 433-1611.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190426T1854010Z-583899-669@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190617T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190617T110000 SUMMARY:McNeese Leisure Learning: Piano Adventures DESCRIPTION:McNeese Leisure Learning Piano Adventures for Beginners (Gr. 4 – 6)\, 10 – 10: 50 a.m.\,  Monday – Friday\, June 17\, 18\, 19\, 20\, 21 Piano Adventures for Beginners (Gr. 7 & UP) 11 a.m. - Noon\, Monday – Fri day\, June 17\, 18\, 19\, 20\, 21 To register: www.mcneese.edu/leisure Q uestions: 337-475-5616 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
McNeese Leisure Learning

Piano Adventures for Beginners (Gr. 4 &ndash\; 6)\, 10 &ndash\; 10: 50 a.m.\, \; \;Monday &ndash\; Friday\, June 17\, 18\, 19\, 20\, 21

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< ul> Piano Adventures for Beginners (Gr. 7 &\; UP) 11 a.m. - Noon\, Monday &ndash\; Friday\, June 17\, 18\, 19\, 20\, 21 \;

To register: \;< a href='http://www.mcneese.edu/leisure' data-saferedirecturl='https://www. google.com/url?q=http://www.mcneese.edu/leisure&\;source=gmail&\;ust =1557858859000000&\;usg=AFQjCNHKNNbwsjF4cDOAbM2rrS32zDpE3A'>www .mcneese.edu/leisure

\; Questions: 337-475-5616
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20190513T2123360Z-583899-703@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190801 SUMMARY:Name A Green Space DESCRIPTION:The SWLA Center for Health Services is hosting a naming contest for their new green space. Within this space\, they will have a communit y garden\, fruit trees\, and seating areas. The green space is at 317 Prat er Street in Lake Charles. The winner will receive a $25 Visa giftcard. Th e deadline is August 19. Submit your suggestions via instagram (@SWLAHEALT H)\, website (www.swlahealth.com) or by phone (337-439-9983). X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The SWLA Center for Health Services is host ing a naming contest for their new green space. \; Within this space\, they will have a community garden\, fruit trees\, and seating areas. The green space is at 317 Prater Street in Lake Charles.

The winner wi ll receive a $25 Visa giftcard. The deadline is August 19.

Submit your suggestions via instagram (@SWLAHEALTH)\, website (www.swlahealth.com ) or by phone (337-439-9983).

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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:SWLA Center for Health Services UID:20190723T1618540Z-583899-834@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190730T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190730T140000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families: Marking the Disability System Work DESCRIPTION:Learn tips to help you when youare seeking services for you fam ily! To regsiter\, call (337) 436-2570\, email info@fhfswla.org or online at https://tinyurl.com/yvfavmy9. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Learn tips to help you when youare seeking services for you family!

To regsiter\, call (337) 436-2570\, email info@fhfswla.org or online at https://tinyurl.com/yvfavmy9.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Families Helping Families UID:20190717T1818580Z-583899-811@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190722T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190722T120000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families: Special Education FAQ DESCRIPTION:This is a webinar. Register at http://tinyurl.com/y2boblgk Can the school send home my child's IEP for me to sigh without a meeting? What happens if I disagree with the IEP team? These and other questions will b e addressed during this webinar. If you have any question beforehand\, con tact FHF at (337) 436-2570 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This is a webinar.

Register at http ://tinyurl.com/y2boblgk

Can the school send home my child's IEP fo r me to sigh without a meeting?

What happens if I disagree with th e IEP team?

These and other questions will be addressed during thi s webinar.

If you have any question beforehand\, contact \; FH F at (337) 436-2570
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20190717T1809350Z-583899-807@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190723T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190723T120000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families: Educational Plans IEPs vs 504 Plan DESCRIPTION:This is a webinar. Register at https://tinyurl.com/yxjsrodq Stu dents with disabilities will usually qualify for either an IEP or a 504 Pl an...but what is the difference and is one better than the other? Find out during this webinar. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This is a webinar.

Register at http s://tinyurl.com/yxjsrodq

Students with disabilities will usually q ualify for either an IEP or a 504 Plan...but what is the difference and is one better than the other?

Find out during this webinar.

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CATEGORIES:Education UID:20190717T1814220Z-583899-808@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190810T091500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190810T141500 SUMMARY:Watercross National Championships RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;COUNT=2 DESCRIPTION:The Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention and Visitors Bu reau (CVB) announced that Pro Watercross will move its National Championsh ips to Lake Charles on Saturday and Sunday\, August 10-11\, at the North B each of Lake Charles. Watercross is simply motocross on Personal Watercra fts (PWC) or jet skis. These athletes\, though\, compete on unpredictable liquid tracks varying from oceans to rivers to lakes. Competitors challe nge the notion of what is possible on a PWC\; utilizing the most advanced equipment and reaching speeds of over 85 mph against a full line of compet itors. This sport is driven by their passion\, creating an event that com bines adrenaline and pure enjoyment of being on the water. Saturday\, comp etitors practice at 9:15 a.m. followed by racing. The Pro Show runs from 1 1 a.m. – 2 p.m. with amateur racing rounding out the day for the Post Pro Show. Sunday\, amateur racing kicks off at 9:15 a.m. with the Pro Show fro m 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. and the award ceremony closing out the tournament. Regi stration information for competitors can be found at Prowatercross.com/lc. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Conven tion and Visitors Bureau (CVB) announced that Pro Watercross \;will&nb sp\;move its National Championships to Lake Charles \;on \;Saturda y \;and \;Sunday\, August \;10-11\, at the North Beach of Lake Charles. \;

Watercross is simply motocross on Personal Waterc rafts (PWC) or jet skis. \; These athletes\, though\, compete on unpre dictable liquid tracks varying from oceans to rivers to lakes. \; Comp etitors challenge the notion of what is possible on a PWC\; utilizing the most advanced equipment and reaching speeds of over 85 mph against a full line of competitors. \; This sport is driven by their passion\, creati ng an event that combines adrenaline and pure enjoyment of being on the wa ter.

Saturday\, competitors practice at 9:15 a.m. followed by raci ng. The Pro Show runs from 11 a.m. &ndash\; 2 p.m. with amateur racing rou nding out the day for the Post Pro Show. Sunday\, amateur racing kicks off at 9:15 a.m. with the Pro Show from 11 a.m. &ndash\; 2 p.m. and the award ceremony closing out the tournament. Registration information for competi tors can be found at \;Prowatercross.com/lc. \;

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CATEGORIES:Outdoors LOCATION:North Beach UID:20190724T1505330Z-583899-837@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190810T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190810T123000 SUMMARY:You don't have to wait to get prepared for School & Beyond DESCRIPTION:Families Helping Families of SWLA would like to invite you to a ttend a Workshop called\, 'You Don't Have to Wait to Get Prepared for Scho ol & Beyond' on Saturday\, August 10\, 2019 from 11 AM to 12:30 PM at Fami lies Helping Families of SWLA\, 2927 Hodges Street\, Lake Charles\, LA 706 01. Get started now in the transition planning process while your student is still in school to prepare for what happens when school ends! Our guest speaker will be Karyn Barrett\, Regional Manager of Louisiana Rehabilitat ion Services. She will be sharing information about Louisiana Rehabilitat ion Services and its Pre-Employment Training Services (PETS) program X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Families Helping Families of SWLA would l ike to invite you to attend a Workshop called\, 'You Don't Have to Wait to Get Prepared for School &\; Beyond' on Saturday\, August 10\, 2019 fro m 11 AM to 12:30 PM at Families Helping Families of SWLA\, 2927 Hodges Str eet\, Lake Charles\, LA 70601.

Get started now in the transition planning process while your student is still in school to prepare for wha t happens when school ends!

Our guest speaker will be Karyn Bar rett\, Regional Manager of Louisiana Rehabilitation Services. \; She w ill be sharing information about Louisiana Rehabilitation Services and its Pre-Employment Training Services (PETS) program
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Families Helping Families UID:20190724T1507550Z-583899-838@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190806T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190806T210000 SUMMARY:National Night Out! DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday\, August 6\, from 6 – 9 p.m.\, the Lake Charles Poli ce Department and City of Lake Charles will host a free National Night Out Community Event at the Lake Charles Civic Center (900 Lakeshore Dr.). At tendees will have the opportunity to meet officers from the department\, v iew demonstrations from the various divisions\, including SWAT\, K-9\, Tra ffic Motorcycles and more. Free resources and information from a variety o f vendors will also be available. National Night Out will also feature a Kids Zone\, giveaways\, popcorn\, cotton candy and limited food and drinks . “Our National Night Out Community Event provides citizens with the oppo rtunity to meet and interact with officers from our many divisions in one location\, while gathering important information about a variety of resour ces available to them\,” said Lake Charles Police Chief Shawn Caldwell. “I t’s a chance for us to hear citizen concerns and allows us to build strong er police-community relationships.” Communities nationwide host National Night Out events on the first Tuesday of August every year with the goal o f enhancing the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement by brin ging residents and police officers together under positive circumstances. For more information\, visit www.facebook.com/LakeCharlesPoliceDepartment or call the Lake Charles Police Department’s Community Policing Division at 491-1311. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
On Tuesday\, August 6\, from 6 &ndash\; 9 p .m.\, the Lake Charles Police Department and City of Lake Charles will hos t a \;free \;National Night Out Community Event at the La ke Charles Civic Center (900 Lakeshore Dr.). \;

Attendees will have the opportunity to meet officers from the department\, view demonstr ations from the various divisions\, including SWAT\, K-9\, Traffic Motorcy cles and more. Free resources and information from a variety of vendors wi ll also be available. \;

National Night Out will also feature a Kids Zone\, giveaways\, popcorn\, cotton candy and limited food and drin ks. \;

&ldquo\;Our National Night Out Community Event provides citizens with the opportunity to meet and interact with officers from our many divisions in one location\, while gathering important information ab out a variety of resources available to them\,&rdquo\; said Lake Charles P olice Chief Shawn Caldwell. &ldquo\;It&rsquo\;s a chance for us to hear ci tizen concerns and allows us to build stronger police-community relationsh ips.&rdquo\; \;

Communities nationwide host National Night Out events on the first Tuesday of August every year with the goal of enhanci ng the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement by bringing resi dents and police officers together under positive circumstances. \;

For more information\, visit \;w ww.facebook.com/LakeCharlesPoliceDepartment \;or call the Lake Cha rles Police Department&rsquo\;s Community Policing Division at 491-1311. CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20190724T1427570Z-583899-836@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190727T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190727T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Kids Crafts DESCRIPTION:Themed projects will be available from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. on a first-come first-served basis. Limit one project per child. The Children's Museum\, 327 Broad Street Downtown Lake Charles\, 337-433-9420\, swlakids .org X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Themed projects will be available from 10:3 0 a.m.-12 p.m. on a first-come first-served basis. Limit one project per c hild.

The Children's Museum\, 327 Broad Street Downtown Lake Charl es\, 337-433-9420\, \;swlakids.org
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190717T1900070Z-583899-827@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190726T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190726T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Fitness Friday & Dr. Dogs DESCRIPTION:Join our museum staff for a fun workout and games at 11 a.m. Af terwards\, learn about the Dr. Dogs Pet Therapy Team at 11:30 a.m. It’s al ways fun visiting with our furry friends. The Children's Museum\, 327 Broa d Street Downtown Lake Charles\, 337-433-9420\, swlakids.org X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join our museum staff for a fun workout and games at 11 a.m. Afterwards\, learn about the Dr. Dogs Pet Therapy Team a t 11:30 a.m. It&rsquo\;s always fun visiting with our furry friends.

The Children's Museum\, 327 Broad Street Downtown Lake Charles\, 337-43 3-9420\, \; swlakids.org
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190717T1859240Z-583899-826@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190723T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190723T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Tropical Parrot & Kona Ice DESCRIPTION:Create a colorful parrot. Classes begin at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. and are limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up. Kona Ice will also be here from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. so stop by for a cool treat! The Children's Museum\ , 327 Broad Street Downtown Lake Charles\, 337-433-9420\, swlakids.org X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Create a colorful parrot. Classes begin a t 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. and are limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up. \;Kona Ice will also be here from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. so stop by for a cool tre at!

\;

The Children's Museum\, 327 Broad Stre et Downtown Lake Charles\, 337-433-9420\, \;swlakids.org
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190717T1857270Z-583899-823@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190730T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190730T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Sea Turtles DESCRIPTION:Create a paper plate sea turtle. Classes begin at 11 a.m. and 1 2 p.m. and are limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up. The Children's Mu seum\, 327 Broad Street Downtown Lake Charles\, 337-433-9420\, swlakids.or g X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Create a paper plate sea turtle. Classes begin at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. and are limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and u p.

\;

The Children's Museum\, 327 Broad Stree t Downtown Lake Charles\, 337-433-9420\, \;swlakids.org
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190717T1901310Z-583899-829@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190719T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190719T113000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Toddler Play DESCRIPTION:Join us in Baby Bayou from 10-11:30 a.m. to play and explore wi th your 1-3 year old. The Children's Museum\, 327 Broad Street Downtown La ke Charles\, 337-433-9420\, swlakids.org X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us in Baby Bayou from 10-11:30 a.m. to play and explore with your 1-3 year old.

The Children's Museu m\, 327 Broad Street Downtown Lake Charles\, 337-433-9420\, \;swlakids.org
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190717T1900470Z-583899-828@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190724T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190724T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Watercolor Fun DESCRIPTION:Experiment with watercolors in the ArtSpace from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. The Children's Museum\, 327 Broad Street Downtown Lake Charles\, 337- 433-9420\, swlakids.org X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Experiment with watercolors in the ArtSpa ce from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

The Children's Museum\, 327 Broad Str eet Downtown Lake Charles\, 337-433-9420\, \;swlakids.org
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190717T1858090Z-583899-824@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190806T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190806T193000 SUMMARY:Let's Talk About Behavior Issues at School DESCRIPTION:Families Helping Families of SWLA would like to invite you to a ttend a Workshop called\, 'Let's Talk About Behavior Issues in School' on Tuesday\, August 6\, 2019 from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at Families Helping Fami lies of SWLA\, 2927 Hodges Street\, Lake Charles\, LA 70601. Join us to ta lk about behavior issues in school and learn what you may be able to do to help! If you are a parent of a child receiving special education services \, please bring your child's current IEP with you when you come for this w orkshop! MUST REGISTER to Attend! - Limited Seating! Beryl Cook Families Helping Families of SWLA info@fhfswla.org 337-436-2570 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Families Helping Families of SWLA would l ike to invite you to attend a Workshop called\, 'Let's Talk About Behavior Issues in School' on Tuesday\, August 6\, 2019 from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at Families Helping Families of SWLA\, 2927 Hodges Street\, Lake Charles\, L A 70601.

Join us to talk about behavior issues in school and l earn what you may be able to do to help!

If you are a pa rent of a child receiving special education services\, please bring your c hild's current IEP with you when \;you come for this workshop!

MUST \;REGISTER to Attend! - Limited Seating!

\;

Beryl Cook

Families Helping Families of SW LA

info@fhfs wla.org

337-436-2570

CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Families Helping Families UID:20190724T1511020Z-583899-840@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190725T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190725T130000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Kona Ice DESCRIPTION:Kona Ice will also be here from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. so stop by for a cool treat! The Children's Museum\, 327 Broad Street Downtown Lake Charle s\, 337-433-9420\, swlakids.org X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Kona Ice will also be here from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. so stop by for a cool treat!

The Children's Museum\, 327 B road Street Downtown Lake Charles\, 337-433-9420\, \;swlakids.org
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190717T1858410Z-583899-825@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190719T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190719T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Fitness Friday DESCRIPTION:Join Anytime Fitness for a fun workout at 11 a.m. that is sure to get your blood pumping. This program is open to all ages. The third flo or exhibits will be closed during the program. The Children's Museum\, 327 Broad Street Downtown Lake Charles\, 337-433-9420\, swlakids.org X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join Anytime Fitness for a fun workout at 1 1 a.m. that is sure to get your blood pumping. This program is open to all ages. The third floor exhibits will be closed during the program.

The Children's Museum\, 327 Broad Street Downtown Lake Charles\, 337-433- 9420\, \;sw lakids.org
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190717T1854290Z-583899-821@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190806T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190806T193000 SUMMARY:Let's Talk About Behavior Issues at School DESCRIPTION:Families Helping Families of SWLA would like to invite you to a ttend a Workshop called\, 'Let's Talk About Behavior Issues in School' on Tuesday\, August 6\, 2019 from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at Families Helping Fami lies of SWLA\, 2927 Hodges Street\, Lake Charles\, LA 70601. Join us to ta lk about behavior issues in school and learn what you may be able to do to help! If you are a parent of a child receiving special education services \, please bring your child's current IEP with you when you come for this w orkshop! MUST REGISTER to Attend! - Limited Seating! Beryl Cook Families Helping Families of SWLA info@fhfswla.org 337-436-2570 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Families Helping Families of SWLA would l ike to invite you to attend a Workshop called\, 'Let's Talk About Behavior Issues in School' on Tuesday\, August 6\, 2019 from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at Families Helping Families of SWLA\, 2927 Hodges Street\, Lake Charles\, L A 70601.

Join us to talk about behavior issues in school and l earn what you may be able to do to help!

If you are a pa rent of a child receiving special education services\, please bring your c hild's current IEP with you when \;you come for this workshop!

MUST \;REGISTER to Attend! - Limited Seating!

\;

Beryl Cook

Families Helping Families of SW LA

info@fhfs wla.org

337-436-2570

CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Families Helping Families UID:20190724T1511020Z-583899-840@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190722T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190722T113000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Toddler Play DESCRIPTION:Join us in Baby Bayou from 10-11:30 a.m. to play and explore wi th your 1-3 year old. The Children's Museum\, 327 Broad Street Downtown La ke Charles\, 337-433-9420\, swlakids.org X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us in Baby Bayou from 10-11:30 a.m. to play and explore with your 1-3 year old.

The Children's Museu m\, 327 Broad Street Downtown Lake Charles\, 337-433-9420\, \;swlakids.org
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190717T1856080Z-583899-822@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190731T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190731T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Pasta Necklaces DESCRIPTION:Make a pasta necklace in the ArtSpace from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. The Children's Museum\, 327 Broad Street Downtown Lake Charles\, 337-433- 9420\, swlakids.org X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Make a pasta necklace in the ArtSp ace from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

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The Children's Muse um\, 327 Broad Street Downtown Lake Charles\, 337-433-9420\, \;swlakids.org
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190717T1902150Z-583899-830@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190827T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190827T190000 SUMMARY:Spanish for Beginners DESCRIPTION:Impact Language Services is offering SPANISH FOR BEGINNERS star ting on August 27. Sign up now for this dynamic class. Beginner Spanish ( A1\, CEFR): Classes start on Aug. 27 and end Oct. 31. Schedule: Tuesdays & Thursdays\, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Start speaking from day 1 Gain global awaren ess and perspective Costs: Registration: $70 (one-time payment) Materials: $70 (will be used in many sessions) Session of 8 weeks: $450 (2 lessons p /wk of 1.5 hrs.) You can do this\, even if you haven't stepped in a classr oom in years! Logra un impacto positivo\, aprende español ahora. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Impact Language Services is offering SPANIS H FOR BEGINNERS starting on August 27. Sign up now for this dynamic class. \;

Beginner Spanish \;(A1\, \;CEFR):

Classes start on Aug. 27 and end O ct. 31.

Schedule: Tuesdays &\; Thursdays\, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Start speaking from day 1

Gain global awareness and per spective

Costs:

Registration: $70 (one-time payment)< /li>
Materials: $70 (will be used in many sessions)

Session of 8 weeks: $450 (2 lessons p/wk of 1.5 hrs.)

You can do this\, even if you haven't stepped in a classroom in yea rs! \;

Logra un impacto positivo\, aprende espa&ntild e\;ol ahora.

CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Impact Language Services UID:20190806T1825210Z-583899-862@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190808T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190808T170000 SUMMARY:ICS 400 Training DESCRIPTION:Calcasieu Parish Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Prep aredness is hosting ICS 400 training. Prerequisites: ICS 100\, ICS 200\, I CS 300\, ICS 700 AND ICS 800 Please sign up by emailing your prerequisit es\, FEMA SID\, and Last four of your social to jflandry@cppj.net. Any que stions call 337-721-3800. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Calcasieu Parish Office of Homeland Securit y and Emergency Preparedness is hosting ICS 400 training. Prerequisites: I CS 100\, ICS 200\, ICS 300\, ICS 700 AND ICS 800

\;

P lease sign up by emailing your prerequisites\, FEMA SID\, and Last four of your social to jflandry@cppj.net. Any questions call 337-721-3800.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Calcasieu Parish OHSEP UID:20190726T1406150Z-583899-843@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190726T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190726T163000 SUMMARY:Hazmat IQ DESCRIPTION:HazMatIQ is a training system formulated from more than 50 year s of Hazardous Materials (HazMat) response experience. Traditional HazMat response is founded on the principles of industrial hygiene\, organic chem istry and inorganic chemistry. While these foundations are valuable in the right setting\, HazMatIQ has revolutionized first responder training by t urning the focus away from mastering textbooks and onto the critical knowl edge needed to make a simple decision: Can I make entry to effectuate a re scue? In order to do this\, a first responder needs to understand the envi ronmental hazards and the required personal protection equipment. HazMatIQ training streamlines the size-up process and enables responders to maximi ze their response efficiency and effectiveness If you have questions\, or need more information\, please contact Mr. Richard Browning at Richard.bro wning@la.gov or 225-658-7208 or Jennifer F. Landry at jflandry@cppj.net or call 337-721-3800. Click here to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
HazMatIQ is a training system formulated fr om more than 50 years of Hazardous Materials (HazMat) response experience. Traditional HazMat response is founded on the principles of industrial hy giene\, organic chemistry and inorganic chemistry. While these foundations are valuable in the right setting\, HazMatIQ has revolutionized first res ponder training by turning the focus away from mastering textbooks and ont o the critical knowledge needed to make a simple decision: Can I make entr y to effectuate a rescue? In order to do this\, a first responder needs to understand the environmental hazards and the required personal protection equipment. HazMatIQ training streamlines the size-up process and enables responders to maximize their response efficiency and effectiveness

If you have questions\, or need more information\, please contact Mr. Ric hard Browning at Richard.browning@la.gov or 225-658-7208 or Jennifer F. La ndry at jflandry@cppj.net or call 337-721-3800.

Click here to regi ster.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Calcasieu Parish Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Prepare dness UID:20190726T1408150Z-583899-844@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190511T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190511T110000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families: Special Education FAQ Webinar DESCRIPTION:Registration link: https://tinyurl.com/y2mzufxq X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Registration link:

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CATEGORIES:General UID:20190426T1854580Z-583899-670@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190216T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190216T203000 SUMMARY:LCLT presents FOREVER PLAID DESCRIPTION:Once upon a time\, there were four guys (Sparky\, Smudge\, Jinx \, and Francis) who discovered that they shared a love for music and then got together to become their idols - The Four Freshman\, The Hi-Lo's\, and The Crew Cuts. Rehearsing in the basement of Smudge's family's plumbing s upply company\, they became 'FOREVER PLAID'. On the way to their first big gig\, the 'Plaids' are broadsided by a school bus and killed instantly. I t is at the moment when their careers and lives end that the story of Fore ver Plaid begins... Singing in close harmony\, squabbling boyishly over th e smallest intonations and executing their charmingly outlandish choreogra phy with over zealous precision\, the 'Plaids' are a guaranteed smash\, wi th a program of beloved songs and delightful patter that keeps audiences r olling in the aisles when they're not humming along to some of the great n ostalgic pop hits of the 1950s. Written by Stuart Ross. Cast: Cole Becton as Spanky\; Jaylin Williams as Smudge\; Clay Corley as Jinx\; and Quaid Ni chols as Francis. Directed by: Dan Sadler Musical Director: Michael Parker February 8\, 9\, 15\, 16\, 22\, 23 at 7:30 pm February 10\, 17\, 24 at 2:00 pm Adults $20 Seniors (65+) $15 Students $10 Tickets on line at www.thelclt.com or call 337-433-7988 for reservations X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Once upon a time\, there were four guys (Sp arky\, Smudge\, Jinx\, and Francis) who discovered that they shared a love for music and then got together to become their idols - The Four Freshman \, The Hi-Lo's\, and The Crew Cuts. Rehearsing in the basement of Smudge's family's plumbing supply company\, they became 'FOREVER PLAID'. On the wa y to their first big gig\, the 'Plaids' are broadsided by a school bus and killed instantly. It is at the moment when their careers and lives end th at \;the story of Forever Plaid begins...

Singing in close harmo ny\, squabbling boyishly over the smallest intonations and executing their charmingly outlandish choreography with over zealous precision\, the 'Pla ids' are a guaranteed smash\, with a program of beloved songs and delightf ul patter that keeps audiences rolling in the aisles when they're not humm ing along to some of the great nostalgic pop hits of the 1950s.
Writt en by Stuart Ross.

Cast: Cole Becton as Spanky\; Jaylin William s as Smudge\; Clay Corley as Jinx\; and Quaid Nichols as Francis.
Dir ected by: Dan Sadler \; \; \; Musical Director: Michael Par ker

February 8\, 9\, 15\, 16\, 22\, 23 at 7:30 pm
February 10\, 17\, 24 at 2:00 pm

Adults $20 \; \; \;Seni ors (65+) $15 \; \; \;Students $10
Tickets online at ~~\;www.thelclt.com \;or call 337-433-7988 for reservations~~
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190204T1853560Z-583899-511@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190215T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190215T203000 SUMMARY:LCLT presents FOREVER PLAID DESCRIPTION:Once upon a time\, there were four guys (Sparky\, Smudge\, Jinx \, and Francis) who discovered that they shared a love for music and then got together to become their idols - The Four Freshman\, The Hi-Lo's\, and The Crew Cuts. Rehearsing in the basement of Smudge's family's plumbing s upply company\, they became 'FOREVER PLAID'. On the way to their first big gig\, the 'Plaids' are broadsided by a school bus and killed instantly. I t is at the moment when their careers and lives end that the story of Fore ver Plaid begins... Singing in close harmony\, squabbling boyishly over th e smallest intonations and executing their charmingly outlandish choreogra phy with over zealous precision\, the 'Plaids' are a guaranteed smash\, wi th a program of beloved songs and delightful patter that keeps audiences r olling in the aisles when they're not humming along to some of the great n ostalgic pop hits of the 1950s. Written by Stuart Ross. Cast: Cole Becton as Spanky\; Jaylin Williams as Smudge\; Clay Corley as Jinx\; and Quaid Ni chols as Francis. Directed by: Dan Sadler Musical Director: Michael Parker February 8\, 9\, 15\, 16\, 22\, 23 at 7:30 pm February 10\, 17\, 24 at 2:00 pm Adults $20 Seniors (65+) $15 Students $10 Tickets on line at www.thelclt.com or call 337-433-7988 for reservations X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Once upon a time\, there were four guys (Sp arky\, Smudge\, Jinx\, and Francis) who discovered that they shared a love for music and then got together to become their idols - The Four Freshman \, The Hi-Lo's\, and The Crew Cuts. Rehearsing in the basement of Smudge's family's plumbing supply company\, they became 'FOREVER PLAID'. On the wa y to their first big gig\, the 'Plaids' are broadsided by a school bus and killed instantly. It is at the moment when their careers and lives end th at \;the story of Forever Plaid begins...

Singing in close harmo ny\, squabbling boyishly over the smallest intonations and executing their charmingly outlandish choreography with over zealous precision\, the 'Pla ids' are a guaranteed smash\, with a program of beloved songs and delightf ul patter that keeps audiences rolling in the aisles when they're not humm ing along to some of the great nostalgic pop hits of the 1950s.
Writt en by Stuart Ross.

Cast: Cole Becton as Spanky\; Jaylin William s as Smudge\; Clay Corley as Jinx\; and Quaid Nichols as Francis.
Dir ected by: Dan Sadler \; \; \; Musical Director: Michael Par ker

February 8\, 9\, 15\, 16\, 22\, 23 at 7:30 pm
February 10\, 17\, 24 at 2:00 pm

Adults $20 \; \; \;Seni ors (65+) $15 \; \; \;Students $10
Tickets online at ~~\;www.thelclt.com \;or call 337-433-7988 for reservations~~
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190204T1853260Z-583899-510@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190209T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190209T203000 SUMMARY:LCLT presents FOREVER PLAID DESCRIPTION:Once upon a time\, there were four guys (Sparky\, Smudge\, Jinx \, and Francis) who discovered that they shared a love for music and then got together to become their idols - The Four Freshman\, The Hi-Lo's\, and The Crew Cuts. Rehearsing in the basement of Smudge's family's plumbing s upply company\, they became 'FOREVER PLAID'. On the way to their first big gig\, the 'Plaids' are broadsided by a school bus and killed instantly. I t is at the moment when their careers and lives end that the story of Fore ver Plaid begins... Singing in close harmony\, squabbling boyishly over th e smallest intonations and executing their charmingly outlandish choreogra phy with over zealous precision\, the 'Plaids' are a guaranteed smash\, wi th a program of beloved songs and delightful patter that keeps audiences r olling in the aisles when they're not humming along to some of the great n ostalgic pop hits of the 1950s. Written by Stuart Ross. Cast: Cole Becton as Spanky\; Jaylin Williams as Smudge\; Clay Corley as Jinx\; and Quaid Ni chols as Francis. Directed by: Dan Sadler Musical Director: Michael Parker February 8\, 9\, 15\, 16\, 22\, 23 at 7:30 pm February 10\, 17\, 24 at 2:00 pm Adults $20 Seniors (65+) $15 Students $10 Tickets on line at www.thelclt.com or call 337-433-7988 for reservations X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Once upon a time\, there were four guys (Sp arky\, Smudge\, Jinx\, and Francis) who discovered that they shared a love for music and then got together to become their idols - The Four Freshman \, The Hi-Lo's\, and The Crew Cuts. Rehearsing in the basement of Smudge's family's plumbing supply company\, they became 'FOREVER PLAID'. On the wa y to their first big gig\, the 'Plaids' are broadsided by a school bus and killed instantly. It is at the moment when their careers and lives end th at \;the story of Forever Plaid begins...

Singing in close harmo ny\, squabbling boyishly over the smallest intonations and executing their charmingly outlandish choreography with over zealous precision\, the 'Pla ids' are a guaranteed smash\, with a program of beloved songs and delightf ul patter that keeps audiences rolling in the aisles when they're not humm ing along to some of the great nostalgic pop hits of the 1950s.
Writt en by Stuart Ross.

Cast: Cole Becton as Spanky\; Jaylin William s as Smudge\; Clay Corley as Jinx\; and Quaid Nichols as Francis.
Dir ected by: Dan Sadler \; \; \; Musical Director: Michael Par ker

February 8\, 9\, 15\, 16\, 22\, 23 at 7:30 pm
February 10\, 17\, 24 at 2:00 pm

Adults $20 \; \; \;Seni ors (65+) $15 \; \; \;Students $10
Tickets online at ~~\;www.thelclt.com \;or call 337-433-7988 for reservations~~
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190204T1853020Z-583899-509@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190222T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190222T083000 SUMMARY:LCLT presents FOREVER PLAID DESCRIPTION:Once upon a time\, there were four guys (Sparky\, Smudge\, Jinx \, and Francis) who discovered that they shared a love for music and then got together to become their idols - The Four Freshman\, The Hi-Lo's\, and The Crew Cuts. Rehearsing in the basement of Smudge's family's plumbing s upply company\, they became 'FOREVER PLAID'. On the way to their first big gig\, the 'Plaids' are broadsided by a school bus and killed instantly. I t is at the moment when their careers and lives end that the story of Fore ver Plaid begins... Singing in close harmony\, squabbling boyishly over th e smallest intonations and executing their charmingly outlandish choreogra phy with over zealous precision\, the 'Plaids' are a guaranteed smash\, wi th a program of beloved songs and delightful patter that keeps audiences r olling in the aisles when they're not humming along to some of the great n ostalgic pop hits of the 1950s. Written by Stuart Ross. Cast: Cole Becton as Spanky\; Jaylin Williams as Smudge\; Clay Corley as Jinx\; and Quaid Ni chols as Francis. Directed by: Dan Sadler Musical Director: Michael Parker February 8\, 9\, 15\, 16\, 22\, 23 at 7:30 pm February 10\, 17\, 24 at 2:00 pm Adults $20 Seniors (65+) $15 Students $10 Tickets on line at www.thelclt.com or call 337-433-7988 for reservations X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Once upon a time\, there were four guys (Sp arky\, Smudge\, Jinx\, and Francis) who discovered that they shared a love for music and then got together to become their idols - The Four Freshman \, The Hi-Lo's\, and The Crew Cuts. Rehearsing in the basement of Smudge's family's plumbing supply company\, they became 'FOREVER PLAID'. On the wa y to their first big gig\, the 'Plaids' are broadsided by a school bus and killed instantly. It is at the moment when their careers and lives end th at \;the story of Forever Plaid begins...

Singing in close harmo ny\, squabbling boyishly over the smallest intonations and executing their charmingly outlandish choreography with over zealous precision\, the 'Pla ids' are a guaranteed smash\, with a program of beloved songs and delightf ul patter that keeps audiences rolling in the aisles when they're not humm ing along to some of the great nostalgic pop hits of the 1950s.
Writt en by Stuart Ross.

Cast: Cole Becton as Spanky\; Jaylin William s as Smudge\; Clay Corley as Jinx\; and Quaid Nichols as Francis.
Dir ected by: Dan Sadler \; \; \; Musical Director: Michael Par ker

February 8\, 9\, 15\, 16\, 22\, 23 at 7:30 pm
February 10\, 17\, 24 at 2:00 pm

Adults $20 \; \; \;Seni ors (65+) $15 \; \; \;Students $10
Tickets online at ~~\;www.thelclt.com \;or call 337-433-7988 for reservations~~
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190204T1854300Z-583899-512@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191110T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191110T170000 SUMMARY:Winter Pops - Space Spectacular DESCRIPTION:Blast off with the Lake Charles Symphony as we present the firs t annual Winter Pops Concert. Guest Conductor Carl Topilow will take the s tage at Rosa Hart Theater on Sunday\, November 10th. Doors open at 1:30 p. m.\; a Discovery Talk with guest conductor Carl Topilow will start at 2 p. m.\, and the concert will begin at 3 p.m. Tickets start at $40 and sponsor ships are also available. For more information or to purchase tickets\, co ntact the symphony office at 337-433-1611\, or go to www.lcsymphony.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Blast off with the Lake Charles Symphony as we present the first annual Winter Pops Concert. Guest Conductor Carl Top ilow will take the stage at Rosa Hart Theater on Sunday\, November 10th.&n bsp\;Doors open at 1:30 p.m.\; a Discovery Talk with guest conductor Carl Topilow will start at 2 p.m.\, and the concert will begin at 3 p.m. Ticket s start at $40 and sponsorships are also available. For more information o r to purchase tickets\, contact the symphony office at 337-433-1611\, or g o to www.lcsymphony.com.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Rosa Hart Theater UID:20191009T1308350Z-583899-933@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190223T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190223T203000 SUMMARY:LCLT presents FOREVER PLAID DESCRIPTION:Once upon a time\, there were four guys (Sparky\, Smudge\, Jinx \, and Francis) who discovered that they shared a love for music and then got together to become their idols - The Four Freshman\, The Hi-Lo's\, and The Crew Cuts. Rehearsing in the basement of Smudge's family's plumbing s upply company\, they became 'FOREVER PLAID'. On the way to their first big gig\, the 'Plaids' are broadsided by a school bus and killed instantly. I t is at the moment when their careers and lives end that the story of Fore ver Plaid begins... Singing in close harmony\, squabbling boyishly over th e smallest intonations and executing their charmingly outlandish choreogra phy with over zealous precision\, the 'Plaids' are a guaranteed smash\, wi th a program of beloved songs and delightful patter that keeps audiences r olling in the aisles when they're not humming along to some of the great n ostalgic pop hits of the 1950s. Written by Stuart Ross. Cast: Cole Becton as Spanky\; Jaylin Williams as Smudge\; Clay Corley as Jinx\; and Quaid Ni chols as Francis. Directed by: Dan Sadler Musical Director: Michael Parker February 8\, 9\, 15\, 16\, 22\, 23 at 7:30 pm February 10\, 17\, 24 at 2:00 pm Adults $20 Seniors (65+) $15 Students $10 Tickets on line at www.thelclt.com or call 337-433-7988 for reservations X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Once upon a time\, there were four guys (Sp arky\, Smudge\, Jinx\, and Francis) who discovered that they shared a love for music and then got together to become their idols - The Four Freshman \, The Hi-Lo's\, and The Crew Cuts. Rehearsing in the basement of Smudge's family's plumbing supply company\, they became 'FOREVER PLAID'. On the wa y to their first big gig\, the 'Plaids' are broadsided by a school bus and killed instantly. It is at the moment when their careers and lives end th at \;the story of Forever Plaid begins...

Singing in close harmo ny\, squabbling boyishly over the smallest intonations and executing their charmingly outlandish choreography with over zealous precision\, the 'Pla ids' are a guaranteed smash\, with a program of beloved songs and delightf ul patter that keeps audiences rolling in the aisles when they're not humm ing along to some of the great nostalgic pop hits of the 1950s.
Writt en by Stuart Ross.

Cast: Cole Becton as Spanky\; Jaylin William s as Smudge\; Clay Corley as Jinx\; and Quaid Nichols as Francis.
Dir ected by: Dan Sadler \; \; \; Musical Director: Michael Par ker

February 8\, 9\, 15\, 16\, 22\, 23 at 7:30 pm
February 10\, 17\, 24 at 2:00 pm

Adults $20 \; \; \;Seni ors (65+) $15 \; \; \;Students $10
Tickets online at ~~\;www.thelclt.com \;or call 337-433-7988 for reservations~~
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190204T1855070Z-583899-513@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190404T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190404T190000 SUMMARY:Louisiana Economic Development: Leesville Job Fair DESCRIPTION:Champion Home Builders\, supported by LED FastStart®\, will con duct a job fair on Thursday\, April 4\, to identify potential employees fo r salaried/hourly positions at its new manufacturing facility in Leesville \, Louisiana. The job fair will take place from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the F irst Assembly of God Church assembly hall located at 1204 S. Fifth St. in Leesville. “We’re excited to begin the recruitment process for various pos itions\,” Champion Home Builders General Manager Thomas Stoneburner said. “Construction on our new manufacturing facility is going quickly\, so we’r e looking to fill our salaried and hourly positions soon.” Qualified candi dates are encouraged to attend the job fair with a current resume. Before attending the job fair\, applicants should visit the recruitment website a t louisianajobconnection.com/champion where they can view specific job ope nings and upload resumes. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Champion Home Builders\, supported by LED F astStart®\;\, will conduct a job fair on Thursday\, April 4\, to identi fy potential employees for salaried/hourly positions at its new manufactur ing facility in Leesville\, Louisiana. The job fair will take place from 1 1 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the First Assembly of God Church assembly hall located at 1204 S. Fifth St. in Leesville.

&ldquo\;We&rsquo\;re excited t o begin the recruitment process for various positions\,&rdquo\; Champion H ome Builders General Manager Thomas Stoneburner said. &ldquo\;Construction on our new manufacturing facility is going quickly\, so we&rsquo\;re look ing to fill our salaried and hourly positions soon.&rdquo\;

Qualif ied candidates are encouraged to attend the job fair with a current resume . Before attending the job fair\, applicants should visit the recruitment website at \;louisianajobconnection.com/champion \;where they can view specific job openings and upload resumes.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190320T1356510Z-583899-608@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190406T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190406T140000 SUMMARY:Sulfur Senior Center: Tour De Lapin (Bunny Run) DESCRIPTION:Please consider joining us for our Bunny Run on April 6th at 9a m. Open to all ages! Hosted by the city of Sulfur and Calcasieu council on ageing. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Please consider joining us for our Bunny Ru n on April 6th at 9am. \;

Open to all ages! \;

Hos ted by the city of Sulfur and Calcasieu council on ageing. \;
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190320T1420540Z-583899-609@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190210T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190210T150000 SUMMARY:LCLT presents FOREVER PLAID DESCRIPTION:Once upon a time\, there were four guys (Sparky\, Smudge\, Jinx \, and Francis) who discovered that they shared a love for music and then got together to become their idols - The Four Freshman\, The Hi-Lo's\, and The Crew Cuts. Rehearsing in the basement of Smudge's family's plumbing s upply company\, they became 'FOREVER PLAID'. On the way to their first big gig\, the 'Plaids' are broadsided by a school bus and killed instantly. I t is at the moment when their careers and lives end that the story of Fore ver Plaid begins... Singing in close harmony\, squabbling boyishly over th e smallest intonations and executing their charmingly outlandish choreogra phy with over zealous precision\, the 'Plaids' are a guaranteed smash\, wi th a program of beloved songs and delightful patter that keeps audiences r olling in the aisles when they're not humming along to some of the great n ostalgic pop hits of the 1950s. Written by Stuart Ross. Cast: Cole Becton as Spanky\; Jaylin Williams as Smudge\; Clay Corley as Jinx\; and Quaid Ni chols as Francis. Directed by: Dan Sadler Musical Director: Michael Parker February 8\, 9\, 15\, 16\, 22\, 23 at 7:30 pm February 10\, 17\, 24 at 2:00 pm Adults $20 Seniors (65+) $15 Students $10 Tickets on line at www.thelclt.com or call 337-433-7988 for reservations X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Once upon a time\, there were four guys (Sp arky\, Smudge\, Jinx\, and Francis) who discovered that they shared a love for music and then got together to become their idols - The Four Freshman \, The Hi-Lo's\, and The Crew Cuts. Rehearsing in the basement of Smudge's family's plumbing supply company\, they became 'FOREVER PLAID'. On the wa y to their first big gig\, the 'Plaids' are broadsided by a school bus and killed instantly. It is at the moment when their careers and lives end th at \;the story of Forever Plaid begins...

Singing in close harmo ny\, squabbling boyishly over the smallest intonations and executing their charmingly outlandish choreography with over zealous precision\, the 'Pla ids' are a guaranteed smash\, with a program of beloved songs and delightf ul patter that keeps audiences rolling in the aisles when they're not humm ing along to some of the great nostalgic pop hits of the 1950s.
Writt en by Stuart Ross.

Cast: Cole Becton as Spanky\; Jaylin William s as Smudge\; Clay Corley as Jinx\; and Quaid Nichols as Francis.
Dir ected by: Dan Sadler \; \; \; Musical Director: Michael Par ker

February 8\, 9\, 15\, 16\, 22\, 23 at 7:30 pm
February 10\, 17\, 24 at 2:00 pm

Adults $20 \; \; \;Seni ors (65+) $15 \; \; \;Students $10
Tickets online at ~~\;www.thelclt.com \;or call 337-433-7988 for reservations~~
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190204T1855300Z-583899-514@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190204T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190204T150000 SUMMARY:LCLT presents FOREVER PLAID DESCRIPTION:Once upon a time\, there were four guys (Sparky\, Smudge\, Jinx \, and Francis) who discovered that they shared a love for music and then got together to become their idols - The Four Freshman\, The Hi-Lo's\, and The Crew Cuts. Rehearsing in the basement of Smudge's family's plumbing s upply company\, they became 'FOREVER PLAID'. On the way to their first big gig\, the 'Plaids' are broadsided by a school bus and killed instantly. I t is at the moment when their careers and lives end that the story of Fore ver Plaid begins... Singing in close harmony\, squabbling boyishly over th e smallest intonations and executing their charmingly outlandish choreogra phy with over zealous precision\, the 'Plaids' are a guaranteed smash\, wi th a program of beloved songs and delightful patter that keeps audiences r olling in the aisles when they're not humming along to some of the great n ostalgic pop hits of the 1950s. Written by Stuart Ross. Cast: Cole Becton as Spanky\; Jaylin Williams as Smudge\; Clay Corley as Jinx\; and Quaid Ni chols as Francis. Directed by: Dan Sadler Musical Director: Michael Parker February 8\, 9\, 15\, 16\, 22\, 23 at 7:30 pm February 10\, 17\, 24 at 2:00 pm Adults $20 Seniors (65+) $15 Students $10 Tickets on line at www.thelclt.com or call 337-433-7988 for reservations X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Once upon a time\, there were four guys (Sp arky\, Smudge\, Jinx\, and Francis) who discovered that they shared a love for music and then got together to become their idols - The Four Freshman \, The Hi-Lo's\, and The Crew Cuts. Rehearsing in the basement of Smudge's family's plumbing supply company\, they became 'FOREVER PLAID'. On the wa y to their first big gig\, the 'Plaids' are broadsided by a school bus and killed instantly. It is at the moment when their careers and lives end th at \;the story of Forever Plaid begins...

Singing in close harmo ny\, squabbling boyishly over the smallest intonations and executing their charmingly outlandish choreography with over zealous precision\, the 'Pla ids' are a guaranteed smash\, with a program of beloved songs and delightf ul patter that keeps audiences rolling in the aisles when they're not humm ing along to some of the great nostalgic pop hits of the 1950s.
Writt en by Stuart Ross.

Cast: Cole Becton as Spanky\; Jaylin William s as Smudge\; Clay Corley as Jinx\; and Quaid Nichols as Francis.
Dir ected by: Dan Sadler \; \; \; Musical Director: Michael Par ker

February 8\, 9\, 15\, 16\, 22\, 23 at 7:30 pm
February 10\, 17\, 24 at 2:00 pm

Adults $20 \; \; \;Seni ors (65+) $15 \; \; \;Students $10
Tickets online at ~~\;www.thelclt.com \;or call 337-433-7988 for reservations~~
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190204T1855470Z-583899-515@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210414T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210414T120000 SUMMARY:2021 FHFSWLA Virtual Empowerment Conference & Resource Fair DESCRIPTION:Click here for information and to register X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Click here for information and to register
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20210331T1339470Z-583899-1154@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191020T050000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191020T060000 SUMMARY:Symphony at Shangri La DESCRIPTION:The Lutcher Theater\, Shangri La Gardens and the Symphony of So utheast Texas have joined forces to create magical day in the gardens with all your favorite music. Come spend a delightful afternoon among the beau tiful plantings\, the creative scarecrows\, and your SOST. This wonderful concert will feature baritone Dalton Woody\, trombonist Tim Dueppen\, and a great variety of pops and movie classics to compliment the wonderful set ting. Bring a blanket\, picnic dinner or just come out with your favorite chair and enjoy the music and the beautiful Shangri La Gardens. Please joi n us Sunday\, October 20\, 2019 at 5pm\, with gates opening at 3:00pm. Tic kets are available through the Lutcher Theater at Lutcher.org or 409-886-5 535 or through the Symphony of Southeast Texas at 409-892-2257. Shangri La Gardens is located at 2111 West Park Avenue\, Orange\, TX 77630. Tickets choices are seating with a chair $35\, seating on the lawn (bring your own blanket or chair) $20 Adults/ $10 Students\; children 6 and under are fre e but they do need a ticket. Roundtrip bus transportation from Beaumont wi ll also be available for $30 through the Symphony office. This amazing sho w could not be possible without the support of our Concert Sponsors: Invis ta Corporation\, Edaren Foundation\, Natalie and S. L. Greenberg\, First F inancial and Trust\, Honeywell\, Mercedes Benz of Beaumont\, Chevron/Phill ips and the Houseman Foundation. Sponsors like this help our local arts or ganizations by playing a role in the education\, entertainment\, and cultu ral enrichment of all residents of Southeast Texas. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:The Lutcher Theater\, Shangri La Gardens and t he Symphony of Southeast Texas have joined forces to create magical day in the gardens with all your favorite music. Come spend a delightful afterno on among the beautiful plantings\, the creative scarecrows\, and your SOST . This wonderful concert will feature baritone Dalton Woody\, trombonis t Tim Dueppen\, and a great variety of pops and movie classics to complime nt the wonderful setting. Bring a blanket\, picnic dinner or just come out with your favorite chair and enjoy the music and the beautiful Shangri La Gardens. Please join us Sunday\, October 20\, 2019 at 5pm\, with gates opening at 3:00pm. Tickets are available through the Lutcher Theater at L utcher.org or 409-886-5535 or through the Symphony of Southeast Texas at 4 09-892-2257. Shangri La Gardens is located at 2111 West Park Avenue\, Oran ge\, TX 77630. Tickets choices are seating with a chair $35\, seating o n the lawn (bring your own blanket or chair) $20 Adults/ $10 Students\; ch ildren 6 and under are free but they do need a ticket. Roundtrip bus trans portation from Beaumont will also be available for $30 through the Symphon y office. This amazing show could not be possible without the support o f our Concert Sponsors: Invista Corporation\, Edaren Foundation\, Natalie and S. L. Greenberg\, First Financial and Trust\, Honeywell\, Mercedes Ben z of Beaumont\, Chevron/Phillips and the Houseman Foundation. Sponsors lik e this help our local arts organizations by playing a role in the educatio n\, entertainment\, and cultural enrichment of all residents of Southeast Texas. CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Shangri La Gardens UID:20191009T1436080Z-583899-934@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210622T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210622T110000 SUMMARY:How To Recruit\, Hire and Retain People with Disabilities DESCRIPTION:Looking for Reliable\, Eager Employees. People Committed to Suc cess? This webinar will provide step-by-step instructions on tapping into a local pool of potential employees with a diversity of skills who are re liable\, eager and committed to succeeding in a competitive\, integrated w orkforce.   Many can be found in unique\, new places. People with intellec tual and developmental disabilities are eager to fit into today’s ever cha nging workplaces including small\, family owned businesses\, franchises an d manufacturing facilities. Typically\, these employees help reduce tardin ess and turnover and bring new enthusiasm to the workforce. To register t oday for this “how to” webinar on Tuesday\, June 22\, 2021 at 10 AM CDT\, click here. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Looking for Reliable\, Eager Employ ees. People Committed to Success? \;

This webinar will provide step-by-step instructions on tapping into a loc al pool of potential employees with a diversity of skills who are reliable \, eager and committed to succeeding in a competitive\, integrated workfor ce. \; \;

Many can be found in unique\, new places. \; People with intellectual and developmental disabilities are eager to fit i nto today&rsquo\;s ever changing workplaces including small\, family owned businesses\, franchises and manufacturing facilities. Typically\, these e mployees help reduce tardiness and turnover and bring new enthusiasm to th e workforce. \;

To register today for this &ldquo\;how to&rdqu o\; webinar on Tuesday\, June 22\, 2021 at 10 AM CDT\, click here.< /p> CATEGORIES:Career Fairs & Trade Shows LOCATION:Online UID:20210602T1549270Z-583899-1178@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190224T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190224T150000 SUMMARY:LCLT presents FOREVER PLAID DESCRIPTION:Once upon a time\, there were four guys (Sparky\, Smudge\, Jinx \, and Francis) who discovered that they shared a love for music and then got together to become their idols - The Four Freshman\, The Hi-Lo's\, and The Crew Cuts. Rehearsing in the basement of Smudge's family's plumbing s upply company\, they became 'FOREVER PLAID'. On the way to their first big gig\, the 'Plaids' are broadsided by a school bus and killed instantly. I t is at the moment when their careers and lives end that the story of Fore ver Plaid begins... Singing in close harmony\, squabbling boyishly over th e smallest intonations and executing their charmingly outlandish choreogra phy with over zealous precision\, the 'Plaids' are a guaranteed smash\, wi th a program of beloved songs and delightful patter that keeps audiences r olling in the aisles when they're not humming along to some of the great n ostalgic pop hits of the 1950s. Written by Stuart Ross. Cast: Cole Becton as Spanky\; Jaylin Williams as Smudge\; Clay Corley as Jinx\; and Quaid Ni chols as Francis. Directed by: Dan Sadler Musical Director: Michael Parker February 8\, 9\, 15\, 16\, 22\, 23 at 7:30 pm February 10\, 17\, 24 at 2:00 pm Adults $20 Seniors (65+) $15 Students $10 Tickets on line at www.thelclt.com or call 337-433-7988 for reservations X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Once upon a time\, there were four guys (Sp arky\, Smudge\, Jinx\, and Francis) who discovered that they shared a love for music and then got together to become their idols - The Four Freshman \, The Hi-Lo's\, and The Crew Cuts. Rehearsing in the basement of Smudge's family's plumbing supply company\, they became 'FOREVER PLAID'. On the wa y to their first big gig\, the 'Plaids' are broadsided by a school bus and killed instantly. It is at the moment when their careers and lives end th at \;the story of Forever Plaid begins...

Singing in close harmo ny\, squabbling boyishly over the smallest intonations and executing their charmingly outlandish choreography with over zealous precision\, the 'Pla ids' are a guaranteed smash\, with a program of beloved songs and delightf ul patter that keeps audiences rolling in the aisles when they're not humm ing along to some of the great nostalgic pop hits of the 1950s.
Writt en by Stuart Ross.

Cast: Cole Becton as Spanky\; Jaylin William s as Smudge\; Clay Corley as Jinx\; and Quaid Nichols as Francis.
Dir ected by: Dan Sadler \; \; \; Musical Director: Michael Par ker

February 8\, 9\, 15\, 16\, 22\, 23 at 7:30 pm
February 10\, 17\, 24 at 2:00 pm

Adults $20 \; \; \;Seni ors (65+) $15 \; \; \;Students $10
Tickets online at ~~\;www.thelclt.com \;or call 337-433-7988 for reservations~~
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190204T1856100Z-583899-516@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190301 SUMMARY:Join Healthy Size for National Nutrition Month DESCRIPTION:Go Further With Food At Healthy Size Clinic\, we can help with healthy eating habits! We offer many different options including but not limited to: 1 on 1 Concultation with full nutritional information. Weekel y Blood Preassue checks Customized and indiviudal plans for needs. Health y lifestyle solutions Physician Office Visits for Patients who may qualify for FDA Approved Perscription Medication for weight loss. Lipo-Tropic nut rients to promote healthier liver function. High protien and low carb mea ls replacments. Call us today and let 'Go Further with Food!' (337) 821-52 00 (Jennings) (337) 429-5060 (Lake Charles) X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Go Further With Food \ ;

At Healthy Size Clinic\, we can help with healthy eating habits! We offer many different options including but not limited to:

1 on 1 Concultation with full nutritional inf ormation. \;

Weekely Blood Preassue checks< /strong>

Customized and indiviudal plans for needs. \;

Healthy lifestyle solutions
< li>Physician Office Visits for Patients who may qualify for FDA Ap proved Perscription Medication for weight loss.
Lipo-Tropic nutrients to promote healthier liver function. \;

High protien and low carb meals replacments.< /li>

Call us today and let 'Go Further with Food!'

(337) 821-5200 (Jennings)

(337) 429-5060 (Lake Charle s) \;
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190320T1444030Z-583899-610@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190808T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190808T130000 SUMMARY:West Calcasieu Chamber Business Luncheon DESCRIPTION:August Monthly Business Luncheon Date: Thursday\, August 8\, 2019 Time: 12-1p Doors Open @11:30am ** Location:** Holiday Inn / Sulphur 330 Arena Road Guest Speaker Mike Strain\, DVM Commissioner\, La. Dept . of Agriculture & Forestry RSVP to the West Calcasieu Chamber at stacie @westcal.org. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
August Monthly Business
Luncheon

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Date: \;Thursday\, August 8\, 2019

Time: \;12-1p

Doors Open @11: 30am

** Location:** Holiday Inn / Sulphur

330 Arena Road

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Guest Speaker< /div>
Mike Strain\, DVM

Co mmissioner\, La. Dept. of Agriculture &\; Forestry

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RSVP to the West Calcasieu Chamb er at stacie@westcal.org.
CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:Holiday Inn UID:20190724T1757460Z-583899-842@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211016T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211016T213000 SUMMARY:Coming Right At Ya! Celebrating 50 Years Of Asleep At The Wheel DESCRIPTION: Lutcher Theater kicks off its 42nd Season with 10-time Grammy ® Award winner\, country music legends Asleep at the Wheel. Asleep at the Wheel Coming Right At Ya! Celebrating 50 Years Of Music tour will stop in Orange\, Texas\, Saturday\, October 16th at 7:30 pm. Tickets for the live music event range from $35 to $55 and are available online at Lutcher.org. Call the Lutcher Theater Box Office at 409.886.5535 for more information or to purchase tickets. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

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Lutcher Theater kicks off its 42nd Season with \; 10-time Grammy®\; Award winner\, country music legends \;Asleep at the Wheel. \;Asleep at the Wheel \;Coming Right At Ya! Celebrating 50 Years Of Music \;tour will stop in Orange\, Texas\, Saturday\, Oct ober 16th at 7:30 pm. \;Tickets for the live music event range from $3 5 to $55 and are available online at \;Lutcher.org. \;Call the Lutcher Theater Box Office at 409.886.5535 for more information or to purchase tickets.

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CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lutcher Theater UID:20210929T1459560Z-583899-1217@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211007T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211007T200000 SUMMARY:IIEC: Notary Exam Prep Course DESCRIPTION:The next Louisiana Notary Public Examination will be held in Ja nuary 2022. The McNeese Notary Exam Prep course provides the preparation for Louisiana's state notary exam. Class discussions will focus on mortga ges\, conveyances\, leases\, contracts\, legal descriptions\, successions\ , wills\, trusts\, and community property regime. The Louisiana court syst em and the Notary Public's role within that system will be included in the discussion. This course spans 14 weeks and costs $599. Learn More X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

The next Louisi ana Notary Public Examination will be held in January 2022.

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The McNeese Notary Exam Prep c ourse provides the preparation for Louisiana's state notary exam. Class di scussions will focus on mortgages\, conveyances\, leases\, contracts\, leg al descriptions\, successions\, wills\, trusts\, and community property re gime. The Louisiana court system and the Notary Public's role within that system will be included in the discussion.

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This course spans 14 weeks and costs $599.

Learn More

CATEGORIES:Education UID:20210930T1329130Z-583899-1218@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191024T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191024T193000 SUMMARY:West Calcasieu Chamber's Business After Hours DESCRIPTION:Lakeside Bank is hosting this month's West Calcasieu Business A fter Hours! They are located at 2612 Maplewood Drive in Sulphur. The event will be from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. There will be food\, refreshments & door p rizes. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Lakeside Bank is hosting this month's West Calcasieu Business After Hours!

They are located at 2612 Maplewood Drive in Sulphur.

The event will be from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
< p>There will be food\, refreshments &\; door prizes.

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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Lakeside Bank UID:20191009T1550190Z-583899-936@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190222T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190222T130000 SUMMARY:Abdominal Aortic Aneurisms: the Silent Killer DESCRIPTION:Sometimes it’s the illnesses that you can’t see that can be the most harmful. Abdominal aortic aneurism (AAA) is the enlargement of the a bdominal aorta. It is rarely symptomatic unless it ruptures—then it can be fatal. The causes of the condition are unclear\, but smoking\, high blood pressure and family history can all be risk factors. Fortunately\, with r outine screening\, early diagnosis\, and appropriate intervention\, AAA ca n be treated and managed. To learn more about abdominal aortic aneurisms and their signs\, risk factors and treatments\, join J. King White\, MD\, FACC\, for his lecture. Abdominal Aortic Aneurisms: the Silent Killer is a free seminar being held at 12 noon on Friday\, February 22\, in the Shea rman Conference Center at Memorial Hospital on Oak Park Boulevard. Light l unch will be provided\, and reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance. Dr. White is a native of Lake Charles. He received his medica l degree from Louisiana State University Medical School in Shreveport. He went on to complete his residency in internal medicine and his fellowship in cardiology at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston. He is board certified in cardiology through the American Board of Internal Medicine/Cardiovascular Disease\, and is also a Fellow of the American Co llege of Cardiology. Dr. White has treated patients in the Lake Area sin ce 1988. He is experienced in many facets of cardiovascular disease treat ment including coronary and peripheral vascular disease and aneurysm repai r. As a notable figure in the world of cardiology\, Dr. White has served a s lead investigator in many medical studies throughout his career. He als o performed the first coronary artery stent in Southwest Louisiana\, and p ioneered the carotid artery stent procedure that is widely used today X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Sometimes it&rsquo\;s the illnesses that yo u can&rsquo\;t see that can be the most harmful. Abdominal aortic aneurism (AAA) is the enlargement of the abdominal aorta. It is rarely symptomatic unless it ruptures&mdash\;then it can be fatal. The causes of the conditi on are unclear\, but smoking\, high blood pressure and family history can all be risk factors. Fortunately\, with routine screening\, early diagnosi s\, and appropriate intervention\, AAA can be treated and managed.

\;

To learn more about abdominal aortic aneurisms and their signs\, risk factors and treatments\, join \;J. King White\, M D\, FACC\, \;for his lecture. \;Abdo minal Aortic Aneurisms: the Silent Killer

is a \;free sem inar being held at 12 noon on \;Friday\, February 22\ , in the Shearman Conference Center at Memorial Hospital on Oak Park Boule vard. Light lunch will be provided\, and reservations are required at leas t 24 hours in advance.

\;

Dr. White is a native of La ke Charles. \; He received his medical degree from Louisiana State Uni versity Medical School in Shreveport. \; He went on to complete his re sidency in internal medicine and his fellowship in cardiology at the Medic al University of South Carolina in Charleston. He is board certified in ca rdiology through the American Board of Internal Medicine/Cardiovascular Di sease\, and is also a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology.
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Dr. White has treated patients in the Lake Area since 19 88. \; He is experienced in many facets of cardiovascular disease trea tment including coronary and peripheral vascular disease and aneurysm repa ir. As a notable figure in the world of cardiology\, Dr. White has served as lead investigator in many medical studies throughout his career. \; He also performed the first coronary artery stent in Southwest Louisiana\ , and pioneered the carotid artery stent procedure that is widely used tod ay
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:lcmh.com/seminar UID:20190213T1551030Z-583899-541@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190226T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190226T200000 SUMMARY:Angles of SWLA Monthly Entrepreneurial & Angel Investor forum DESCRIPTION:Please consider joining Like-Minded Business People in encourag ing Innovative Ventures and building a Start-Up Community in Southwest Lou isiana Presentations by CiCi's Pizza CEO James English. Also please mark your calanders for the 7th Annual Business Pitch Competition on April 25th .   X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Please consider joining Like-Minded Busines s People in encouraging Innovative Ventures and building a Start-Up Commun ity in Southwest Louisiana

Presentations by CiCi's Pizza \;CEO James English. \;

Also please mark your calanders for the 7th Annual Business Pitch Competition on April 25th. \; \;
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190204T1921520Z-583899-518@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210721T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210721T140000 SUMMARY:Unclaimed Property 101 DESCRIPTION:Louisiana Treasurer John Schroder is hosting a webinar to help people find and claim Unclaimed Property. July 21 1 p.m. Click here to reg siter! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Louisiana T reasurer John Schroder is hosting a webinar to help people find and claim Unclaimed Property.

July 21

1 p.m.

Click here to reg siter!
CATEGORIES:General UID:20210602T1610440Z-583899-1179@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191109T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191109T123000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: 2nd Saturday Science Show DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, November 9: Sasol’s Second Saturday Science Show Sas ol continues its 5S Project with “Magnetism” at 11:30 a.m. with presenter Joe Pawela. Demonstrations include static electricity\, rare earth magnets \, “Ferro-fluid” and magnetic magic tricks! Third floor exhibits will be c losed during this program. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Saturday\, November 9: Sasol&rsquo\;s Sec ond Saturday Science Show

Sasol continues its 5S Project with &ldquo\;Magnetism&rdquo\; at 11:30 a.m. with presenter Joe Pawela. Demonst rations include static electricity\, rare earth magnets\, &ldquo\;Ferro-fl uid&rdquo\; and magnetic magic tricks! Third floor exhibits will be closed during this program.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20191104T1436000Z-583899-968@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191118T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191118T140000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Paper Bag Teepee & Homeschool Day DESCRIPTION:Create a 3D teepee using a brown paper bag. Class begins at 11 a.m. for ages 3 and up. If you are homeschooling\, join us from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. for a chance to interact with others doing the same. Admission is $6. 50 per person for homeschooling families. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Create a 3D teepee using a brown paper bag. Class begins at 11 a.m. for ages 3 and up. If you are homeschooling\, joi n us from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. for a chance to interact with others doing the sa me. Admission is $6.50 per person for homeschooling families.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids UID:20191104T1448280Z-583899-970@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191023T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191023T120000 SUMMARY:Are you prepared for the Interview? DESCRIPTION:The American Job Center (Region V) presents 'Are you Prepared f or the Interveiw?' on October 23 at 11 a.m. at the Carnegie Library. Have you thought about questions you will be asked and what you will wear? Brin g you questions\, concerns\, and resumes for this interactive seminar. Reg istration is requested. Please contact (337) 721-4010 ext 5037 to register . X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The American Job Center (Region V) presents 'Are you Prepared for the Interveiw?' on October 23 at 11 a.m. at the Car negie Library.

Have you thought about questions you will be asked and what you will wear?

Bring you questions\, concerns\, and resum es for this interactive \;seminar.

Registration is requested. Please contact (337) 721-4010 ext 5037 to register.

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CATEGORIES:Career Fairs & Trade Shows LOCATION:Carnegie Library UID:20191011T1546110Z-583899-937@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210812T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210812T140000 SUMMARY:West Cal Chamber of Commerce Monthly Business Luncheon DESCRIPTION:Guest Speaker: Erin Davison\, MBA\, Executive Director of Big B rothers\, Big Sisters Attendees must register and pay before the event. Cl ick here to register. Click here to pay in advance. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Guest Speaker: Erin Davison\ , MBA\, Executive Director of Big Brothers\, Big Sisters

Attendees must register and pay before the event.

Click here to register.

Click here to pay in advance.
CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:West Cal Events Center UID:20210720T1520090Z-583899-1193@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190309 SUMMARY:Adopt-A-Spot Pick-Up Day DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles and Keep Greater Lake Charles Beautifu l – Team Green\, an affiliate of Keep America Beautiful and Keep Louisiana Beautiful\, will hold its 2019 Spring Adopt-A-Spot Pick-up Day this Satur day\, March 9\, beginning at 8 a.m. and continuing until each area has bee n cleaned. Through the Adopt-A-Spot citywide program\, individuals\, ne ighborhood groups\, civic organizations\, school organizations\, and busin esses can play an active and ongoing role in cleaning\, greening and beaut ifying parks\, shorelines\, storm drains\, streets\, trails and other publ ic spaces. Volunteers have adopted more than 50 sites around Lake Charles and pick-up days are planned twice each year. “With the help of hard-wo rking volunteers\, we can clean up all of Lake Charles in one morning\,” s aid Lake Charles Mayor Nic Hunter. “Adopt-A-Spot not only helps beautify o ur city\, but it also helps bring together the entire community—including corporate teams\, school organizations\, and local businesses—to take prid e in our public spaces and parks and create a sense of community.” Signs are installed around the city to identify a volunteer group’s ownership o f the adopted location. Volunteers are also provided with garbage bags\, safety vests\, and litter grabbers. Currently the city is recruiting ad ditional groups or volunteers to adopt a spot. If you and/or your group o r organization are interested in participating in the Adopt-a-Spot Program \, or becoming an Adopt-A-Spot sponsor\, please email Rebecca Thibodeaux a t rebecca.thibodeaux@cityoflc.us or by phone at 491-1481. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles and Keep Greater L ake Charles Beautiful &ndash\; Team Green\, an affiliate of Keep America B eautiful and Keep Louisiana Beautiful\, will hold its 2019 Spring Adopt-A- Spot Pick-up Day this Saturday\, March 9\, beginning at 8 a.m. and continu ing until each area has been cleaned. \;

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Throu gh the Adopt-A-Spot citywide program\, individuals\, neighborhood groups\, civic organizations\, school organizations\, and businesses can play an a ctive and ongoing role in cleaning\, greening and beautifying parks\, shor elines\, storm drains\, streets\, trails and other public spaces. \; V olunteers have adopted more than 50 sites around Lake Charles and pick-up days are planned twice each year.

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&ldquo\;With the help of hard-working volunteers\, we can clean up all of Lake Charles in one morning\,&rdquo\; said Lake Charles Mayor Nic Hunter. &ldquo\;Adopt-A- Spot not only helps beautify our city\, but it also helps bring together t he entire community&mdash\;including corporate teams\, school organization s\, and local businesses&mdash\;to take pride in our public spaces and par ks and create a sense of community.&rdquo\;

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Signs are installed around the city to identify a volunteer group&rsquo\;s owner ship of the adopted location. \; Volunteers are also provided with gar bage bags\, safety vests\, and litter grabbers. \;

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Currently the city is recruiting additional groups or volunteers to a dopt a spot. \; If you and/or your group or organization are intereste d in participating in the Adopt-a-Spot Program\, or becoming an Adopt-A-Sp ot sponsor\, please email Rebecca Thibodeaux at \;rebecca.thibodeaux@city oflc.us \;or by phone at 491-1481.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190308T1949580Z-583899-597@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190510T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190510T200000 SUMMARY:Broken Time: Sculpture Exhibit DESCRIPTION:Historic City Hall is hosting an opening reception for the Brok en Time exhibit. These sculptures are inspired by New Orleans Jazz musicia ns who maintain African heritage in the form of polyrhythems and improvisa tion. There will be free admission and refreshments. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Historic City Hall is hosting an opening re ception for the Broken Time exhibit.

These sculptures are inspired by New Orleans Jazz musicians who maintain African heritage in the form o f polyrhythems and improvisation.

There will be free admission and refreshments.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center UID:20190503T1428500Z-583899-687@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200307T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200307T090000 SUMMARY:Dash for disAbilities: Superhero 5K Fun Run\, Walk\, Roll DESCRIPTION:Have Fun for a GREAT cause... Families Helping Families of SWL A... Families Helping Families of SWLA Dash for disAbilities Superhero 5 K Fun Run Walk Roll Fundraiser! Bring a Team! Be a Superhero! Support F HF! 8 a.m. - 5K (Chip Timed) 9:30 a.m. - Fun Run\, Walk & Roll Prizes fo r the largest team and best costume Registration is $25 before March 6\; $30 on the day of the Dash. Link to Register: https://tinyurl.com/fhfda sh2020 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Have Fun for a GREAT cause... \;

Families Helping Families of SWLA...

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Families Helping Fam ilies of SWLA \;Dash for disAbilities \;Superhero 5K Fun Run Walk Roll \;

Fundraiser! \;Bring a Team! \; Be a Superhero! \; Support FHF!

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8 a.m. - 5K (Chip Timed)

9:30 a.m. - Fun Run\, Walk &\; Roll

Prizes for the largest team and best costume

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Registration is $25 before March 6\; $30 on the day of the Dash.

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Link to Register: \;https://tinyurl.com/fhfdash2020
CATEGORIES:Outdoors LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20200211T1433430Z-583899-1075@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190119T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190119T140000 SUMMARY:Historic City Hall: Feng Shui DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a free gallery talk on 'Fusui: The Japanese Art of Feng Shui' at 1911 City Hall Arts and Cultural Center on Saturday\, January 19 from 1 to 2 p.m. Cheryl Taylor Bowie\, a Feng Shui consultant and instructor for nearly twenty years\, will lead the talk. Feng shui i s based on the ancient Chinese art of placement used to create harmony in our environment. The practice has become a phenomenon in the west over the last few decades. In Japan\, feng shui is called fusui (wind-water). Fusu i has had a long history and wielded considerable influence from ancient t o contemporary times. The Gallery Talk will take place amongst the beaut iful Contemporary Japanese Ceramics exhibit currently on view in the third floor gallery. All of the works in 'Nature\, Tradition & Innovation' are from the private collection of San Diego-based collector Gordon Brodfuehre r. The exhibit will hang through February 9. Also on exhibition through March 16 is 'Seen & Unseen\,' featuring the work of iconic American photo grapher\, Imogen Cunningham (1883-1976). Cunningham documented everything from the 1950s beat movement to Hollywood big names like Cary Grant. To RSVP\, please call 491-9147. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Please join us for a free gallery talk on 'Fusui: The Japanese Art of Feng Shui' at 1911 City Hall Arts and Cultura l Center on Saturday\, January 19 from 1 to 2 p.m. Cheryl Taylor Bowie\, a Feng Shui consultant and instructor for nearly twenty years\, will lead t he talk.

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Feng shui is based on the ancient Chinese art of placement used to create harmony in our environment. The p ractice has become a phenomenon in the west over the last few decades. In Japan\, feng shui is called fusui (wind-water). Fusui has had a long histo ry and wielded considerable influence from ancient to contemporary times.< /div>
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The Gallery Talk will take place amongst t he beautiful Contemporary Japanese Ceramics exhibit currently on view in t he third floor gallery. All of the works in 'Nature\, Tradition &\; Inn ovation' are from the private collection of San Diego-based collector Gord on Brodfuehrer. The exhibit will hang through February 9. \;
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Also on exhibition through March 16 is 'Seen &\; Unseen\,' featuring the work of iconic American photographer\, Imogen Cun ningham (1883-1976). Cunningham documented everything from the 1950s beat movement to Hollywood big names like Cary Grant. \;

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To RSVP\, please call 491-9147. \;

\; CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Historic 1911 City Hall UID:20190114T1923000Z-583899-482@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200101 SUMMARY:January is Healthy Weight Awareness Month DESCRIPTION:Healthy Size wants you to start the new year with the right min dset. Weigh regularly to keep yourself accountable Devlop a plan based on your goals and list the reasons you want to lose weight Get a good suppor t group Healthy Size can get you to your goal weight. They are located in Lake Charles and Jennings. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Healthy Siz e wants you to start the new year with the right mindset. \;

Weigh regularly to keep yours elf accountable

Devlop a plan based on your goals and list the reasons you want to lose weight

Get a good support group

Healthy Size can get you to your goal weight. They are located in Lake Charles and Jennings. \;
CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:Healthy Size UID:20200109T1854490Z-583899-1039@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210528T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210528T210000 SUMMARY:Downtown at Sundown RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20210605;BYDAY=FR DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles announces plans for the 23rd annual Do wntown at Sundown concert series on May 28th and June 4th from 6 to 9pm. A ctivities will take place on Ryan Street in front of Historic City Hall an d the Parish Courthouse. Beverage sales will benefit the Literacy Council of SWLA. The street-fair format will feature food and beverage\, table top galleries\, merchandise vendors\, as well as a variety of music. Lawn cha irs are welcome\; however\, ice coolers and pets are prohibited. After more than a year without live music events\, Downtown at Sundown i s back with a new series of performances. It is a perfect opportunity to g et out and enjoy food and great music with your family and friends. The se ries kicks off with the McNeese State University Zyde-pokes and Three Shee ts on May 28th\, followed by the Charlie Wayne Band and Grammy-winner Mick ey Smith and Sax in the City on June 4th. In keeping with COVID-related s afety guidelines\, attendance will be limited to 1\,000 for each event. Ti ckets are free and can be claimed online at www.downtownatsundown.eventbri te.com or in-person at the Transit Center (1155 Ryan Street) on Monday thr ough Friday from 8 to 4:30 p.m. Masks will be required to enter. This yea r’s event is entirely supported by corporate sponsorships from CITGO Petro leum\, Entergy\, Erdace Companies\, Shearman Family Foundation\, and Stock well Sievert Law Firm. Without their committed support\, the series would not be possible. For more information\, call 337-491-9159 or go to www.Cit yOfLakeCharles.com. Preview attachment poster 2021.jpg poster 2021.jpg 2.5 MB X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles announces plans fo r the 23^rd \;annual Downtown at Sundown concert series on M ay 28^th \;and June 4^th \;from 6 to 9pm. Acti vities will take place on Ryan Street in front of Historic City Hall and t he Parish Courthouse. Beverage sales will benefit the Literacy Council of SWLA. The street-fair format will feature food and beverage\, table top ga lleries\, merchandise vendors\, as well as a variety of music. Lawn chairs are welcome\; however\, ice coolers and pets are prohibited. \; \; \; \; \; \;

After more than a year without live music events\, Downtown at Sundown is back with a new series of perfo rmances. It is a perfect opportunity to get out and enjoy food and great m usic with your family and friends. The series kicks off with the McNeese S tate University Zyde-pokes and Three Sheets on May 28^th\, follo wed by the Charlie Wayne Band and Grammy-winner Mickey Smith and Sax in th e City on June 4^th. \;

In keeping with COVID-relate d safety guidelines\, attendance will be limited to 1\,000 for each event. Tickets are free and can be claimed online at \;www. downtownatsundown.eventbrite.com \;or in-person at the Transit Cen ter (1155 Ryan Street) on Monday through Friday from 8 to 4:30 p.m. Masks will be required to enter. \;

This year&rsquo\;s event is enti rely supported by corporate sponsorships from CITGO Petroleum\, Entergy\, Erdace Companies\, Shearman Family Foundation\, and Stockwell Sievert Law Firm. Without their committed support\, the series would not be possible. For more information\, call 337-491-9159 or go to \;www.CityOfLakeCharles.c om.

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CATEGORIES:For the Family LOCATION:1911 Historic City Hall UID:20210607T1921390Z-583899-1166@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210429T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210429T150000 SUMMARY:Starting & Financing Your Business Idea: Using Sasol's Small Busine ss Resource Guide DESCRIPTION:Facilitated by LSBDC at McNeese State University: Main Office T opic: Start-up Assistance This webinar is highly recommended for all indiv iduals interested in determining the feasibility of their business idea\, planning to start or have recently started a small business\, seeking a sm all business loan (not a disaster loan)\, or wanting to learn more about b usiness planning. Topics of discussion will include entrepreneurship readi ness\, writing a business plan\, sources of funds for start-up and expansi on\, and small business resources. Attendees will learn about the Sasol Sm all Business Resource Guide which offers valuable information for entrepre neurs. Speaker(s): Susan Thibodeaux\, Director Kimberly Thomas\, Business Consultant Co-Sponsor(s): This webinar made possible by Sasol. Fee: No Cos t Register Online X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Facilitated by \;LSBDC at McNeese Stat e University: Main Office

Topic: Start-up Assistance

This webinar is highly recommended for all individuals interested in determining the feasibility of their business idea\, planning to start or have recently started a smal l business\, seeking a small business loan (not a disaster loan)\, or want ing to learn more about business planning. Topics of discussion will inclu de entrepreneurship readiness\, writing a business plan\, sources of funds for start-up and expansion\, and small business resources. Attendees will learn about the Sasol Small Business Resource Guide which offers valuable information for entrepreneurs.

Speaker(s): Susan Thibodeaux\, Dir ector Kimberly Thomas\, Business Consultant

Co-Sponsor(s): This webinar ma de possible by Sasol.

Fee: No Cost

Register Online
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20210416T1805230Z-583899-1158@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210507T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210507T160000 SUMMARY:CCA Louisiana Golf Tournament DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Outdoors LOCATION:Lake Charles Country Club UID:20210422T1547520Z-583899-1167@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191023T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191023T120000 SUMMARY:American Job Center to Host Fall Quarterly Job Fair DESCRIPTION:The American Job Center encourages job seekers and employers to take part in the Fall Quarterly Job Fair\, which will take place from 9 a .m. - noon\, Wednesday\, Oct. 23\, at the Welsh Community Center\, 101 Pal mer St.\, in Welsh. Job seekers are strongly encouraged to wear business a ttire and to bring a picture ID and several copies of their current resume . Make sure to arrive early to ensure the opportunity to meet with employe rs. The American Job Center also needs employers to take part in the job f air. To register\, contact the American Job Center at 337-721-4010\, ext. 5029. Deadline to register is Friday\, Oct. 18. There is no cost for emplo yers to participate. Veterans\, who will be given priority services\, are asked to arrive at 8:30 a.m. for exclusive access to employers until 9 a. m. For those who want help preparing for the job fair\, there will be a J ob Readiness Workshop at 9 a.m. on Friday\, Oct. 4\, at the Allen P. Augus t Multipurpose Annex\, 2000 Moeling St.\, in Lake Charles. Participants wi ll learn the dos and don’ts of looking for a job\, programs and services t o assist in job searches\, interview tips and information on available job opportunities.   Pre-registration is requested for the workshop\, but not for the job fair. The American Job Center serves Allen\, Beauregard\, Cal casieu Cameron\, Jefferson Davis and Vernon parishes. The job fair is spo nsored by the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury\, in conjunction with the Workf orce Development Board and the Louisiana Workforce Commission. It is funde d by the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. For more information\, contact the American Job Center at 337-721-4010\, ext. 5029.   X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The American Job Center encourages job seek ers and employers to take part in the Fall Quarterly Job Fair\, which will take place from 9 a.m. - noon\, Wednesday\, Oct. 23\, at the Welsh Commun ity Center\, 101 Palmer St.\, in Welsh.

Job seekers are strongly e ncouraged to wear business attire and to bring a picture ID and several co pies of their current resume. Make sure to arrive early to ensure the oppo rtunity to meet with employers.

The American Job Center also needs employers to take part in the job fair. To register\, contact the America n Job Center at 337-721-4010\, ext. 5029. Deadline to register is Friday\, Oct. 18. There is no cost for employers to participate. \;

Ve terans\, who will be given priority services\, are asked to arrive at 8:30 a.m. for exclusive access to employers until 9 a.m. \;

For th ose who want help preparing for the job fair\, there will be a Job Readine ss Workshop at 9 a.m. on Friday\, Oct. 4\, at the Allen P. August Multipur pose Annex\, 2000 Moeling St.\, in Lake Charles. Participants will learn t he dos and don&rsquo\;ts of looking for a job\, programs and services to a ssist in job searches\, interview tips and information on available job op portunities. \; \;

Pre-registration is requested for the w orkshop\, but not for the job fair.

The American Job Center serves Allen\, Beauregard\, Calcasieu Cameron\, Jefferson Davis and Vernon paris hes. \;

The \;job fair \;is sponsored by the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury\, in conjunction with the Workforce Development Board and the Louisiana Workforce Commission. It is funded by the \;Workforc e Innovation and Opportunity Act. \;

For more information\, co ntact the American Job Center at 337-721-4010\, ext. 5029. \; \; CATEGORIES:Career Fairs & Trade Shows LOCATION:Welsh Community Center UID:20191011T2022380Z-583899-939@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200820T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200820T173000 SUMMARY:Financial Management for a Small Business DESCRIPTION:This webinar is ideal for someone who would like to learn more about financial management and its importance to a small business. Topics covered will include financial management practices\, rules\, and tools co mmonly available to small businesses. Speaker(s): Susan Thibodeaux\, Direc tor No Cost Click here for information & to register X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

This webi nar is ideal for someone who would like to learn more about financial mana gement and its importance to a small business. Topics covered will include financial management practices\, rules\, and tools commonly available to small businesses.

Speaker(s): S usan Thibodeaux\, Director

No Cost

Click here for information &\; to register
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20200818T1903590Z-583899-1112@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200826T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200826T153000 SUMMARY:Restaurants and Food Trucks: Seize Your Opportunities DESCRIPTION:It is TIME to Energize Your Business Learn more about opening a nd running a restaurant or food truck in Louisiana. Topics include: Organi zing and creating processes to streamline operations and working successfu lly with existing and new employees. Speaker(s): Dianne F. Sclafani\, LSBD C Culinary & Foodservice Consultant Martha Martinez\, M.S.H.T.M\, Consulta nt\, GOTCHA COVERED HR\, LLC Free X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

It is TIM E to Energize Your Business

Learn more about opening and running a restaurant or food truck in Louisiana.

Topics include: Organizing and creating processes to streamline operations and working successfully with existing and new employees.

Speaker(s): Dianne F. Sclafani\, LSBDC Culinary &\; Foodservice Consu ltant Martha Martinez\, M.S.H.T.M\, Consultant\, GOTCHA COVERED HR\, LLC
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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20200818T1906130Z-583899-1113@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190316T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190316T193000 SUMMARY:Owner DESCRIPTION:Come watch the two renowned dance troupes from International Da nce Company perform Saturday evening March 16 at MacFarlane's Celtic Pub i n downtown Lake Charles. Enjoy drinking beer while Ladies of the Lake dan ce American Tribal Style Belly Dance  to some fun Irish drinking songs! T hen prepare to be mesmerized by the Fire Maidens as they perform their tra ditional St. Pat's Day fire dancing as dusk settles. The performance wil l begin right before dusk\, at around 6:30 pm. Come join the fun! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Come watch the two renowned dance troupes f rom International Dance Company perform Saturday evening March 16 at MacFa rlane's Celtic Pub in downtown Lake Charles. \; Enjoy drinking beer wh ile Ladies of the Lake dance American Tribal Style Belly Dance \; \;to some fun Irish drinking songs! \; Then prepare to be mesmerized b y the Fire Maidens as they perform their traditional St. Pat's Day fire da ncing as dusk settles. \; \;The performance will begin right befo re dusk\, at around 6:30 pm. \; Come join the fun!
CATEGORIES:Entertainment UID:20190308T2216210Z-583899-598@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191101T233000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191102T033000 SUMMARY:Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Louisiana Hosts 6th Annual G olf For Kids’ Sake DESCRIPTION:Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Louisiana will hold their 6th annual Golf For Kids’ Sake fundraiser on Friday\, November 1\, 2019 a t the Lake Charles Country Club with lunch served at 11:30am and tournamen t start at 1:00pm. BBBS-SWLA will host golfers from the local professional community who will be supporting the mentoring organization through spons orships and team participation. Included in registration is one mulligan a nd 1 “Red Blast” hole. Each player has the option to purchase the “String It Out” in which each player may buy a piece of 6ft string for a set price to be used during play to improve a player’s lie or even void a stroke. T here will also be cash prizes for 1st\, 2nd\, and 3rd place golfers. Your contribution will help make a BIG difference in the lives of hundreds of l ocal youths who participate in BBBS-SWLA mentoring programs annually. Spo nsorship information and team registration can be found on the BBBS-SWLA w ebsite at www.bbbsswla.org. Please note\, the tournament is open to the fi rst 30 teams that enter\, so register soon! Sponsorship confirmations are needed by October 23rd for material development. For inquiries\, please co ntact Alex Stinchcomb\, Marketing & Development Manager\, alex@bbbsswla.or g. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Louis iana will hold their 6^th \;annual Golf For Kids&rsquo\; Sak e fundraiser on Friday\, November 1\, 2019 at the Lake Charles Country Clu b with lunch served at 11:30am and tournament start at 1:00pm. BBBS-SWLA w ill host golfers from the local professional community who will be support ing the mentoring organization through sponsorships and team participation . Included in registration is one mulligan and 1 &ldquo\;Red Blast&rdquo\; hole. Each player has \;the option to purchase the &ldquo\;String It Out&rdquo\; in which each player may buy a piece of 6ft string for a set p rice to be used during play to improve a player&rsquo\;s lie or even void a stroke. There will also be cash prizes for 1st\, 2nd\, and 3rd place gol fers. Your contribution will help make a BIG difference in the lives of hu ndreds of local youths who participate in BBBS-SWLA mentoring programs ann ually. \;

Sponsorship information and team registration can be found on the BBBS-SWLA website at \;www.bbbsswla.org. Please note\, the tournament is op en to the first 30 \;teams that enter\, so register soon! Sponsorship confirmations are needed by October 23rd for material development. For inq uiries\, please contact Alex Stinchcomb\, Marketing &\; Development Man ager\, \;alex@bbbsswla.org.
CATEGORIES:Outdoors LOCATION:Lake Charles Country Club UID:20191011T2025150Z-583899-940@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191012T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191012T123000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: 2nd Saturday Science Show DESCRIPTION:Sasol continues its 5S Project with “The Power of Pressure!” At 11:30 a.m.\, presenter Brad Altier will demonstrate how pressure affects different everyday objects in different ways. Third floor exhibits will be closed during this program. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Sasol continues its 5S Project with &ldquo\ ;The Power of Pressure!&rdquo\; At 11:30 a.m.\, presenter Brad Altier will demonstrate how pressure affects different everyday objects in different ways. Third floor exhibits will be closed during this program.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids UID:20191011T2029340Z-583899-942@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191028T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191028T113000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Toddler Play & Homeschool Day DESCRIPTION:Red\, Green\, Blue and Yellow! Join us from 10:30-11 a.m. to pl ay and explore with your 1-4 year old. Play a colored bean bag toss\, I sp y\, and create a colorful craft to bring home. If you are homeschooling\, join us from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. for a chance to interact with others doing the same. We will have special activities in our STEM Tinker Lab. Admission i s $6.50 per person for homeschooling families. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Red\, Green\, Blue and Yellow! Join us fr om 10:30-11 a.m. to play and explore with your 1-4 year old. Play a colore d bean bag toss\, I spy\, and create a colorful craft to bring home. If yo u are homeschooling\, join us from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. for a chance to interact with others doing the same. We will have special activities in our STEM T inker Lab. Admission is $6.50 per person for homeschooling families.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20191011T2032480Z-583899-946@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191031T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191031T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Halloween Witch DESCRIPTION:Join us at 11 a.m. and create a paper plate witch for Halloween ! You may also wear your costume and get a treat in the office. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us at 11 a.m. and create a paper plate witch for Halloween! You may also wear your costume and get a treat in th e office.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20191011T2033370Z-583899-947@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191019T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191019T113000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Fall Crafts DESCRIPTION:Fall themed projects will be available from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. on a first-come first-served basis. Limit one project per child. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Fall themed projects will be available from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. on a first-come first-served basis. Limit one project per child.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20191011T2031190Z-583899-944@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191014T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191014T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Mad Hatter Science Celebrates the Periodic Table DESCRIPTION:Join the Mad Hatter\, Joan Vallee Rettke\, 11a.m. to learn abou t atoms and the periodic table! Children will create simple models of atom s and small molecules. This program is limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up. We will also celebrate Columbus Day with a special craft in the ArtSp ace from 1-3 p.m. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join the Mad Hatter\, Joan Vallee Rettke\, 11a.m. to learn about atoms and the periodic table! Children will create s imple models of atoms and small molecules. This program is limited to 20 c hildren\, ages 4 and up. We will also celebrate Columbus Day with a specia l craft in the ArtSpace from 1-3 p.m.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20191011T2030280Z-583899-943@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191021T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191021T113000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Toddler Play DESCRIPTION:Join us from 10:30-11 a.m. to play and explore with your 1-4 ye ar old. We will play Simon Says\, Follow the Leader and learn to balance w hile playing a game. Come play with your friends here at the Children’s Mu seum. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us from 10:30-11 a.m. to play and expl ore with your 1-4 year old. We will play Simon Says\, Follow the Leader an d learn to balance while playing a game. Come play with your friends here at the Children&rsquo\;s Museum.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20191011T2032030Z-583899-945@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210916T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210916T140000 SUMMARY:SOWELA Foundation to Host Flying Tigers Car Show DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, September 18\, 2021\, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.\, the SOWELA Foundation will host the Flying Tigers Car Show with all proceeds benefiting student scholarships. The car show is free and open to the publ ic. The event will be at SOWELA Technical Community College\, 3820 Senator J. Bennett Johnston Ave.\, Lake Charles\, LA 70615. Automobile enthusi asts are encouraged to showcase their vehicles. Early bird registration is $25 per vehicle if registered by September 16\, 2021. Plaques for the top 25 vehicles will be awarded and vehicle registrants are eligible to win c ustomized car part trophies for the Chancellor’s Choice and People’s Choic e awards. Vehicle registrants will also receive a lunch ticket and car sho w t-shirt. The event kicks off at 9 a.m. with the national anthem and c olor guard with Chennault Battalion Sea Cadets followed by photos with SOW ELA’s mascot Ace the Flying Tiger at 10 a.m. and new soda product tasting at 11 a.m. The car show award ceremony begins at Noon. For information or to register your vehicle for the car show\, visit www.sowela.edu/carsho w.   X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
On Saturday\, September 18\, 2021\, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.\, the SOWELA Foundation will host the Flying Tigers Car Sho w with all proceeds benefiting student scholarships. The car show is free and open to the public. The event will be at SOWELA Technical Community Co llege\, 3820 Senator J. Bennett Johnston Ave.\, Lake Charles\, LA 70615.&n bsp\;

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Automobile enthusiasts are encouraged to sho wcase their vehicles. Early bird registration is $25 per vehicle if regist ered by September 16\, 2021. Plaques for the top 25 vehicles will be award ed and vehicle registrants are eligible to win customized car part trophie s for the Chancellor&rsquo\;s Choice and People&rsquo\;s Choice awards. Ve hicle registrants will also receive a lunch ticket and car show t-shirt.&n bsp\;

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The event kicks off at 9 a.m. with the natio nal anthem and color guard with Chennault Battalion Sea Cadets followed by photos with SOWELA&rsquo\;s mascot Ace the Flying Tiger at 10 a.m. and ne w soda product tasting at 11 a.m. The car show award ceremony begins at No on. \;

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For information or to register your veh icle for the car show\, visit \;www.sowela.edu/carshow. \; \;
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:SOWELA Community Technical College UID:20210810T1548330Z-583899-1205@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191008 SUMMARY:Safety\, Justice & Healing in Southwest Louisiana DESCRIPTION:Join fellow professionals from or community and beyond for this conference to expand and enhance knowledge concerning the aspects of prev ention\, safety\, justice\, support and healing for domestic and sexual vi olence victims. Breakfast & lunch will be provided. Registration is $75 Fo r more information\, visit oasisasafehaven.org or call (337) 436-4552. Spo nsored by Phillips 66 & L'Auberge Casino Resort. As well as Entergy\, Knig ht Media\, American Press & the Olive Tupper Foundation. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join fellow professionals from or community and beyond for this conference to expand and enhance knowledge concerning the aspects of prevention\, safety\, justice\, support and healing for do mestic and sexual violence victims.

Breakfast &\; lunch will be provided.

Registration is $75

For more information\, \;visit oasisasafehaven.org or call (337) 436-4552.

Sponsored by Phillips 66 &\; L'Aub erge Casino Resort.

As well as Entergy\, Knight Media\, American P ress &\; the Olive Tupper Foundation.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:L'Auberge Casino Resort UID:20190821T1846410Z-583899-889@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190821T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190821T153000 SUMMARY:Starting & Fin acing Your Business Idea DESCRIPTION:The Small Business Development Center is hosting 'Starting & Fi nancing Your Business Idea' on August 21 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Zig ler Museum in Jennings. For more information\, call (337) 475-5529. RSVP to lsbdc.msu@lsbdc.org X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Small Business Development Center is ho sting 'Starting &\; Financing Your Business Idea' on August 21 from 1:3 0 to 3:30 p.m. at the Zigler Museum in Jennings. \;

For more i nformation\, call (337) 475-5529.

RSVP to lsbdc.msu@lsbdc.org
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Ziglar Museum UID:20190812T1407290Z-583899-863@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190907T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190907T210000 SUMMARY:Calcasieu River Dinner Cruise DESCRIPTION:Cruise along the Calcasieu River aboard the Lady of the Lake an d enjoy dinner\, dancing and music by Three Sheets. September 7th from 6-9 pm Boarding from Riverside Resort (Loggerheads) $75.00 a person *Must be a t least 21 to attend! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Cruise along the Calcasieu River aboard the Lady of the Lake and enjoy dinner\, dancing and music by Three Sheets. Se ptember 7th from 6-9pm Boarding from Riverside Resort (Loggerheads) $75.00 a person *Must be at least 21 to attend!
CATEGORIES:Entertainment UID:20190814T1339230Z-583899-867@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190808T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190808T200000 SUMMARY:Tennis Under the Oaks DESCRIPTION:Tennis Under the Oaks\, a program aimed at teaching area youth the fundamentals of tennis\, will kick off on Thursday\, August 8\, 2019 a t Huber Park (2401 4th Avenue). Lessons through this free program will ta ke place on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6-8 p.m. through Thursday\, September 19\, 2019.Tennis Under the Oaks is available to boys and girls ages 8-13 years old. Participants are encouraged to bring their own racket s. The program\, an initiative of the Partners in Parks program\, is bein g presented by local nonprofit What Works\, the City of Lake Charles\, Cal casieu Parish Police Jury\, Lake Area Community Tennis Association and the Lake Charles Racquet Club. While participation in the program is free\, space is limited so pre-registration is required. Registration can be comp leted by calling 337-802-4574\, or online at www.cityoflakecharles.com/ten nisundertheoaks. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Tennis Under the Oaks\, \;a pr ogram aimed at teaching area youth the fundamentals of tennis\, will kick off on Thursday\, August 8\, 2019 at Huber Park (2401 4^th \ ;Avenue). \;

Lessons through this free program will take place on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6-8 p.m. through Thursday\, Septemb er 19\, 2019.Tennis Under the Oaks \;is available to boys and girls ages 8-13 years old. Participants are encouraged to bring their own rackets. \;

The program\, an initiative of the Partners in Pa rks program\, is being presented by local nonprofit What Works\, the City of Lake Charles\, Calcasieu Parish Police Jury\, Lake Area Community Tenni s Association and the Lake Charles Racquet Club. \;

While part icipation in the program is free\, space is limited so pre-registration is required. Registration can be completed by calling 337-802-4574\, or onli ne at \;www.cityoflakecharles.com/tenn isundertheoaks.
CATEGORIES:Sports LOCATION:Huber Park UID:20190801T1553370Z-583899-846@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191211T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191211T113000 SUMMARY:How to Access Statewide Resources - Webinar DESCRIPTION:WEBINAR Famillies Helping Families is hosting a webinar for fam ilies across the state who need assistance in accessing behaviorial health services and other resources. Register at http://bit.ly/ResourcesWebinar X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
WEBINAR

Famillies Helping Families is hosting a webinar for families across the state who ne ed assistance in accessing behaviorial health services and other resources .

Register at http://bit.ly/ResourcesWebinar
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Families Helping Families UID:20191206T1353440Z-583899-1012@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191030T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191030T170000 SUMMARY:Lawton Estate Sale RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;COUNT=5 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20191103T080000 DESCRIPTION:Everyone is invited to the estate sale of one of the most promi nent families of South West Louisiana - The Lawton Family. The family trav eled and collected many beautiful items. There will be many items availabl e such as a Baccarat Chandelier and... -kitchen items -Full Office -Multi ple living rooms & bed room furniture and accessories. -Bronzes by listed Artist -Art -Crystal (Lalique\, Waterford\, Baccarat & More) -Silver -Rug s -Minks -Mink Hats -Ballgowns -Mid century and record collections -Intern ational Grand Slam of Large Sheep. -Sailfish\, Caribou mount along with ot her beautiful taxidermy. This sale includes beautiful antique items that w ere Original pieces of W.T. Burton to Brand New high end design items. It also has a HUGE safe that is in Storage that we will have photographed and will make appointments to see. Click here to see more. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Everyone is invited to the estate sale of one of the \;most prominent families of South West Louisiana - \;The Lawton Family.

The family \;traveled and collected many beautif ul items. There will be many items available such as a Baccarat Chandelier and...

-kitchen items
-Full Office
\;-Multiple living rooms &\; bed room furni ture and accessories.
-Bronzes by listed Artist
-Art< br />-Crystal (Lalique\, Waterford\, Bacca rat &\; More) \;
-Silve r
-Rugs
-Minks
- Mink Hats
-Ballgowns
-Mid century and record collections
-International \;Grand Slam o f Large Sheep.
-Sailfish\, Car ibou mount along with other beautiful taxidermy.

This sale includes beautiful antique items that were Original pieces of \;W.T. Burton to Brand New high end design items. It also has a HUGE safe that is in Storage that we will have photographed and will make appointments to see.

Click here to s ee more.

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CATEGORIES:General UID:20191015T1548170Z-583899-949@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190328T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190328T200000 SUMMARY:March Entrepreneurial forum and Angel Investor Meeting DESCRIPTION:CyberReef Solutions presents advanced mobile data bandwidth man agement and secure private network. CyberReef’s cloud based system enables control of mobile data usage while securing data traffic. Presenters: Mic hael Herzog\, COO Thursday Evening\, March 28\, 2019 The S E E D Center\, 2nd Floor Conference Room\, 4310 Ryan Street\, Lake Charles\, Louisiana 70 601 Please join us encouraging Start-up/Early Stage Ventures and buildin g a       Start-up Community in Southwest Louisiana. Networking and Hors D’oeuvres: 6:00 p.m. Program/Presentations: 7:00 p.m. R. S. V. P. Not lat er than March 26\, 2019 Ron McGinley\, email: macfhion@gmail.com                                                                                                Phone 337 562 4903 Office\, or 337 263 2701 Mobile X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CyberReef Solutions presents advanced mobil e data bandwidth management and secure private network. CyberReef&rsquo\;s cloud based system enables control of mobile data usage while securing da ta traffic.

Presenters: Michael Herzog\, COO

Thursday Even ing\, March 28\, 2019

The S E E D Center\, 2^nd Floor Co nference Room\,

4310 Ryan Street\, Lake Charles\, Louisiana 70601< /p>
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Please join us encouraging Start-up/Early Stage Ve ntures and building a \; \; \; \; \; \; Start-up C ommunity in Southwest Louisiana.

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Networking and Ho rs D&rsquo\;oeuvres: 6:00 p.m.

Program/Presentations: 7:00 p.m.

R. S. V. P. Not later than March 26\, 2019

Ron McGinley\, em ail: macfhion@gmail.com \; \; \; \; \; \; \;&n bsp\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \ ; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \;&nb sp\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \;&nbs p\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \;& nbsp\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \;& nbsp\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \;Phone 337 562 4903 Office\, or 337 263 2701 Mobile
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190304T1452520Z-583899-586@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190906T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190906T123000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Read A Book DESCRIPTION:Celebrate “National Read a Book Day” in the Museum's McNeese Bo ok Nook on the third floor! You can also bring or take a book from the Rea der Feeder in the lobby and make a bookmark in the ArtSpace! They will hav e story time at 11 a.m. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Celebrate &ldquo\;National Read a Book Day& rdquo\; in the Museum's McNeese Book Nook on the third floor! You can also bring or take a book from the Reader Feeder in the lobby and make a bookm ark in the ArtSpace! They will have story time at 11 a.m.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190819T1331500Z-583899-870@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190923T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190923T113000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Toddler Play DESCRIPTION:'Join us in Baby Bayou from 10-11:30 a.m. to play and explore w ith your 1-3 year old. It’s also the 1st day of autumn.' X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

'Join us in Baby Bayou from 10-11:30 a.m. to play and explore with your 1-3 year old. It&rs quo\;s also the 1^st \;day of autumn.'

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CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190819T1345200Z-583899-876@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190928T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190928T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Kids Crafts DESCRIPTION:Themed projects will be available from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. on a first-come first-served basis. Limit one project per child. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Themed projects will be available from 10:3 0 a.m.-12 p.m. on a first-come first-served basis. Limit one project per c hild.

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CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190819T1357580Z-583899-878@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190908T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190908T150000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Grandparents Day DESCRIPTION:Happy Grandparents Day! All grandparents get in for $1. They wi ll have a special craft activity from 2-3 p.m. in the ArtSpace. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Happy Grandparents Day! All grandparents ge t in for $1. They will have a special craft activity from 2-3 p.m. in the ArtSpace.

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CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190819T1336360Z-583899-871@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190930T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190930T113000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Toddler Play DESCRIPTION:Visit the Baby Bayou from 10-11:30 a.m. to play and explore wit h your 1-3 year old. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Visit the Baby Bayou from 10-11:30 a.m. to play and explore with your 1-3 year old.

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CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190819T1358370Z-583899-879@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190921T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190921T190000 SUMMARY:Imagination Celebration: Louisiana Saturday Night DESCRIPTION:Imagination Celebration: A Louisiana Saturday Night will be hel d at the historic Cash and Carry on Saturday\, September 21\, 2019. The ev ening will feature amazing items in the live and silent auctions with Hal McMillin\, delicious Louisiana favorites from Marilyn’s and music by the F ugue. Be ready to pass a good time and support the children in Southwest L ouisiana! If you are interested in being a sponsor or donating to the auct ion\, please call 337-433-9420.  Limited seating available! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Imagination Celebration: A Louisiana Saturd ay Night will be held at the historic Cash and Carry on Saturday\, Septemb er 21\, 2019. The evening will feature amazing items in the live and silen t auctions with Hal McMillin\, delicious Louisiana favorites from Marilyn& rsquo\;s and music by the Fugue. Be ready to pass a good time and support the children in Southwest Louisiana! \;If you are interested in being a sponsor or donating to the auction\, please call 337-433-9420. \;&nb sp\;Limited seating available!
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Historic Cash & Carry UID:20190819T1344430Z-583899-875@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190909T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190909T113000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Toddler Play DESCRIPTION:The Museum is hosting Baby Bayou from 10-11:30 a.m. to play and explore with your 1-3 year old. It’s also National Teddy Bear Day. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Museum is hosting Baby Bayou from 10-11 :30 a.m. to play and explore with your 1-3 year old. It&rsquo\;s also Nati onal Teddy Bear Day.

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CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190819T1340350Z-583899-872@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190914T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190914T123000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: 2nd Saturday Science Show DESCRIPTION:Sasol continues its 5S Project with “The Magic of the Miracle B erry. Tricking Your Taste Buds!” At 11:30 a.m.\, presenter Lisa Candanedo will explore how the sense of taste works and how taste buds can be manipu lated with chemistry. Third floor exhibits will be closed during this prog ram. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Sasol continues its 5S Project with &ldquo\ ;The Magic of the Miracle Berry. Tricking Your Taste Buds!&rdquo\; At 11:3 0 a.m.\, presenter Lisa Candanedo will explore how the sense of taste work s and how taste buds can be manipulated with chemistry. Third floor exhibi ts will be closed during this program.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190819T1341440Z-583899-873@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181230T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181230T160000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: New Year's Even Crown DESCRIPTION: Sunday\, December 30: New Year’s Eve Crown Get ready to celeb rate 2019 by making a festive New Year’s Eve crown or party hat in the Art Space from 1:30-4 p.m.! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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Sunday\, December 30: New Year&rsquo\;s Eve Crown

Get ready to celebrate 2019 by ma king a festive New Year&rsquo\;s Eve crown or party hat in the ArtSpace fr om 1:30-4 p.m.!
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:The Children's Museum UID:20181204T1855140Z-583899-442@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190104T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190104T130000 SUMMARY:The Children's Museum: Holiday Fun DESCRIPTION: Friday\, January 4: Holiday Fun Dr. Dogs Join the Dr. Dogs Pe t Therapy Team at 11 a.m. and learn about these amazing animals and how th ey help those in the community. Eskimo Make a cute Eskimo using constructi on paper and coffee filters. Classes begin at 11:45 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. an d are limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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Friday\, January 4: H oliday Fun

Dr. Dogs

Join the Dr. Dogs Pet Therapy Team at 11 a.m. and learn about these amazing animals and how they help th ose in the community.

Eskimo

Make a cute Eskimo us ing construction paper and coffee filters. Classes begin at 11:45 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. and are limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:The Children's Museum UID:20181204T1857310Z-583899-445@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190326T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190326T130000 SUMMARY:11th Annual Youth Summit DESCRIPTION:The year’s event\, called 'Level Up\,” hopes to connect the are a’s young people\, ages 16-24\, with employers\, resources\, and post-seco ndary education/training to help them prepare for and obtain gainful emplo yment. Young people who attend can participate in several workshops on to pics such as youth programs\, work readiness\, job training\, resources an d high-demand occupations in Southwest Louisiana. Many local employers wil l be on-hand to interview and accept applications for full-time\, part-tim e\, and summer employment. Representatives from McNeese State University\, SOWELA Technical Community College\, ABC\, and other local schools will b e present to answer questions concerning specific curricula that will qual ify them for jobs in high-demand occupations. Those who plan to attend sho uld come dressed for interviews and they should bring copies of their resu mes\, as well as smiles and positive attitudes. Click on the appropriate l ink below to register and to learn more about this event: ·         Studen t Registration Link: https://annualyouthsummit.splashthat.com/ ·         E mployer Registration Link: https://employerregistration.splashthat.com/ ·         Guest/Volunteer/Staff/Teacher Registration Link: https://youthsumm itguest.splashthat.com/ X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The year&rsquo\;s event\, c alled 'Level Up\,&rdquo\; \;hopes to connect the area&rsquo\;s young p eople\, ages 16-24\, with employers\, resources\, and post-secondary educa tion/training to help them prepare for and obtain gainful employment. \;

Young people who attend can participate in several works hops on topics such as youth programs\, work readiness\, job training\, re sources and high-demand occupations in Southwest Louisiana.

Many l ocal employers will be on-hand to interview and accept applications for fu ll-time\, part-time\, and summer employment. Representatives from McNeese State University\, SOWELA Technical Community College\, ABC\, and other lo cal schools will be present to answer questions concerning specific curric ula that will qualify them for jobs in high-demand occupations.

Th ose who plan to attend should come dressed for interviews and they should bring copies of their resumes\, as well as smiles and positive attitudes.< /p>
Click on the appropriate link below to register and to learn more about this event:

·\; \; \; \; \; \;& nbsp\; \; \; \;Student Registration Link: \;https://annualyouthsummit.splashthat.com/

·\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \;&nbs p\;Employer Registration Link: \;https://employe rregistration.splashthat.com/

·\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \;Guest/Volunteer/St aff/Teacher Registration Link: \;https://youthsummi tguest.splashthat.com/

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CATEGORIES:General UID:20190304T1502530Z-583899-587@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181206T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181206T170000 SUMMARY:LCMH to host Dr. Thielen Plaza Dedication DESCRIPTION:As the nation honors the life of President George H.W. Bush\, L ake Charles Memorial Hospital will honor all members of the armed services with the dedication of the Dr. Jack Thielen Plaza. Dr. Thielen was a long -time physician in the area. The dedication will take place at 4pm on Thu rsday\, December 6 at the front entrance to the hospital off of Oak Park B oulevard. It plaza contains a new flag pole that flies an American flag th at flew over the U.S. Capitol\, a wall bearing the seals of all branches o f the military and brick pavers containing the names of veterans and the b ranches in which they served. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
As the nation honors the life of President George H.W. Bush\, \;Lake Charles \;Memorial \;Hospital \; will honor all members of the armed services with the dedication of the Dr . Jack Thielen Plaza. Dr. Thielen was a long-time physician in the area.&n bsp\;

The dedication will take place at 4pm on Thursday\, December 6 at the front entrance to the hospital off of \;Oak Park Boulevard. It plaza contains a new flag pole that flies an American flag that flew ov er the U.S. Capitol\, a wall bearing the seals of all branches of the mili tary and brick pavers containing the names of veterans and the branches in which they served.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Lake Charles Memorial Hospital UID:20181204T1532270Z-583899-431@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210909T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210909T140000 SUMMARY:Top Tips for Effective IEP Meetings DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20210831T1408150Z-583899-1209@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191022T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191022T190000 SUMMARY: ENTREPRENEURIAL FORUM & ANGEL INVESTOR MEETING DESCRIPTION:TANTRUM Lab presents advanced Virtual Reality Training for Ind ustry. Standard training solutions are provided for mandatory training req uirements with a dedicated Learning Management Platform that enables emplo yers to track training. Trainees are not required to attend classroom sess ions while training outcome and retention of information is enhanced. Pres enters: Elliott Green\, CEO   Tuesday Evening\, October 22\, 2019 The S E E D Center\, 2nd Floor Conference Room\, 4310 Ryan Street\, Lake Charles\ , Louisiana 70601 Please join us encouraging Start-up/Early Stage Ventur es and building a Start-up Community in Southwest Louisiana. Netwo rking and Hors D’oeuvres: 6:00 p.m. Program/Presentations: 7:00 p.m. R. S . V. P. Not later than October 21\, 2019 Ron McGinley\, email: macfhion@g mail.com Phone 337 562 4903 Office\, or 337 263 2701 M obile X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
TANTRUM Lab presen ts \; advanced Virtual Reality Training for Industry. Standard trainin g solutions are provided for mandatory training requirements with a dedica ted Learning Management Platform that enables employers to track training. Trainees are not required to attend classroom sessions while training out come and retention of information is enhanced.

Pr esenters: \; Elliott Green\, CEO \; \;

Tuesday Evening\, October 22\, 2019
The S E E D Center\, 2nd Floor Conference Room\,

4310 Ryan Street\, Lake Charles\, Louisiana 70601

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Please join us encouraging Start-u p/Early Stage Ventures and building a \; \; \; Start-up Com munity in Southwest Louisiana.

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Ne tworking and Hors D&rsquo\;oeuvres: \; 6:00 p.m.

Program/Presentations: 7:00 p.m.

R. S. V. P.& nbsp\; Not later than October 21\, 2019

Ron McGin ley\, email: macfhion@gmail.com \; \; \; \; \; &n bsp\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; &nbs p\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \ ; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; &n bsp\; \; \; \; \; Phone 337 562 4903 Office\, or 337 2 63 2701 Mobile

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CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20191015T1609540Z-583899-950@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200129T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200129T190000 SUMMARY:STEM Academy: After School Robotics DESCRIPTION:STEM Academy After School Robotics with Leggo EV3. McNeese Prof essor\, Rhonda Anderson\, will train the first group of students so if the y decide to continue with this next year\, they will have an opportunity t o compete as a team at the local First Lego League competition and if they are selected\, they may even compete at the State competition. The course will be held on Wednesdays beginning January 29 for 11 weeks from 5:30 - 7 PM at the SEED Center. If you would like to enroll\, please visit mcnee se.edu/STEMacademy or call 337-562-4137. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
STEM Academy After School Robotics with Leg go EV3. McNeese Professor\, Rhonda Anderson\, will train the first group o f students so if they decide to continue with this next year\, they will h ave an opportunity to compete as a team at the local First Lego League com petition and if they are selected\, they may even compete at the State com petition.

The course will be held on Wednesdays beginning Janua ry 29 for 11 weeks from 5:30 - 7 PM at the SEED Center. \; If you woul d like to enroll\, please visit \;mcneese.edu/S TEMacademy \;or call 337-562-4137.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20200123T1951260Z-583899-1048@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190604 SUMMARY:Sponsor a Little! DESCRIPTION:Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Louisiana is now acceptin g sponsors for its second year of the “Sponsor a Little” program in prepar ation for the 2019-2020 school year. Many of the families involved in Big Brothers Big Sisters need support in being able to provide all of the scho ol supplies their child needs for the upcoming school year. In 2018\, Big Brothers Big Sisters of SWLA created a new program to help these families in need called “Sponsor a Little.” Last year\, 12 Littles had the supplies they needed for a successful start to the school year thanks to SWLA volu nteers. Overwhelming support from the community gives BBBS-SWLA the abili ty to increase the number of Littles they can sponsor from 12 to 20 for th e 2019 school year. Sponsors receive a Little’s school supply list which will also include the option to purchase something personal AND fun! Don’t let BBBS-SWLA Littles be singled out because they lack the required mater ial necessary to learn. You can help a local child in need. Change a child ’s life and sponsor a Little! This is a great opportunity for those who m ay be interested in helping the community but aren’t yet sure if they have the time available to become a Big Brother or Big Sister. Your one-time c ommitment makes a massive impact! For more information on “Sponsor a Littl e” or to sign up to become a sponsor for this program\, contact Alex Stinc hcomb\, Marketing & Development Manager at alex@bbbsswla.org or call 337-4 78-5437\, ext. 114. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Louis iana is now accepting sponsors for its second year of the &ldquo\;Sponsor a Little&rdquo\; program in preparation for the 2019-2020 school year. Man y of the families involved in Big Brothers Big Sisters need support in bei ng able to provide all of the school supplies their child needs for the up coming school year. In 2018\, Big Brothers Big Sisters of SWLA created a n ew program to help these families in need called &ldquo\;Sponsor a Little. &rdquo\; Last year\, 12 Littles had the supplies they needed for a success ful start to the school year thanks to SWLA volunteers. \; Overwhelmin g support from the community gives BBBS-SWLA the ability to increase the n umber of Littles they can sponsor from 12 to 20 for the 2019 school year.& nbsp\;

Sponsors receive a Little&rsquo\;s school supply list which will also include the option to purchase something personal AND fun! Don& rsquo\;t let BBBS-SWLA Littles be singled out because they lack the requir ed material necessary to learn. You can help a local child in need. Change a child&rsquo\;s life and sponsor a Little! \;

This is a grea t opportunity for those who may be interested in helping the community but aren&rsquo\;t yet sure if they have the time available to become a Big Br other or Big Sister. Your one-time commitment makes a massive impact! For more information on &ldquo\;Sponsor a Little&rdquo\; or to sign up to beco me a sponsor for this program\, contact Alex Stinchcomb\, Marketing &\; Development Manager at \;alex@bbbs swla.org \;or call 337-478-5437\, ext. 114.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Big Brothers\, Big Sisters UID:20190604T2026300Z-583899-727@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190606T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190606T193000 SUMMARY:Handel\, Bach & Hard Rock DESCRIPTION:The Bayou Bell Choir will perform a free concert at the Central School! Attendees can expect to hear everything from classical music to classic rock. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Bayou Bell Choir will perform a free co ncert at the Central School! \;

Attendees can expect to hear e verything from classical music to classic rock.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Central School UID:20190604T2024250Z-583899-725@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190611T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190611T200000 SUMMARY:American Job Center – Region V to Host Free Recruitment Event on Ju ne 11 DESCRIPTION:The American Job Center – Region V will host a recruitment even t to share information on all its available programs and services from 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday\, June 11\, at the Allen P. August Annex Building\, 2000 Moeling St.\, in Lake Charles. Residents are invited to attend to find ou t about all of the center’s available programs and services. It provides a comprehensive range of useful career and employment services\, job traini ng and up-to-date information – with the goal of helping program participa nts find jobs and careers. The American Job Center also invites local age ncies and organizations to participate with an informational table at the event. There is no cost for employers to participate. The American Job Ce nter serves the six-parish area and is sponsored by the Calcasieu Parish P olice Jury\, in conjunction with the Workforce Development Board and the L ouisiana Workforce Commission. For more information on the event or to re gister your agency or organization\, call Catherine D. Thomas at 337-721-4 010 (ext. 5010) or emailcthomas@lwia51.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The American Job Center &ndash\; Region V w ill host a recruitment event to share information on all its available pro grams and services from 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday\, June 11\, at the Allen P. Au gust Annex Building\, 2000 Moeling St.\, in Lake Charles. \;

R esidents are invited to attend to find out about all of the center&rsquo\; s available programs and services. It provides \;a comprehensive range of useful career and employment services\, job training and up-to-date in formation &ndash\; with the goal of helping program participants find jobs and careers. \;

The American Job Center also invites local ag encies and organizations to participate with an informational table at the event. \;There is no cost for employers to participate. \;
< p>The American Job Center serves the six-parish area and is sponsored by t he Calcasieu Parish Police Jury\, in conjunction with the Workforce Develo pment Board and the Louisiana Workforce Commission. \;

For mor e information on the event or to register your agency or organization\, ca ll Catherine D. Thomas at 337-721-4010 (ext. 5010) or emailcthomas@lwia51.com.
CATEGORIES:Career Fairs & Trade Shows LOCATION:Allen P. August Annex Building UID:20190604T2025270Z-583899-726@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200229T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200229T170000 SUMMARY:SWLA Home &\; Garden Show RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;COUNT=2 DESCRIPTION:February 29th- March 1st at the Lake Charles Civic Center Febru ary 29th 9am-5pm March 1st 11am-3pm X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
February 29th- March 1st at the Lake Charle s Civic Center

February 29th 9am-5pm

March 1st 11am-3pm
CATEGORIES:Career Fairs & Trade Shows LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20200218T2000040Z-583899-1081@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190221T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190221T180000 SUMMARY:Teen Connection Seminar DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, February 21\, Teen Connection will take a closer look at how teens can start their own business. For this session\, the Cit y of Lake Charles is teaming up with Ward 3 Recreation and the event will be held at the Huber Park Community Center located at 2401 4th Ave. Teen C onnection is designed to help teenagers learn job skills\, college prep\, social media\, interview skills\, and ACT prep among others. The classes a re instructed by educators\, government officials\, and business leaders i n the community. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
On Thursday\, February 21\, Teen Connection will take a closer look at how teens can start their own business.&nb sp\;For this session\, the City of Lake Charles is teaming up with Wa rd 3 Recreation and the event will be held at the Huber Park Community Cen ter located at 2401 4^th \;Ave.

Teen Connection is d esigned to help teenagers learn job skills\, college prep\, social media\, interview skills\, and ACT prep among others. The classes are instructed by educators\, government officials\, and business leaders in the communit y.

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CATEGORIES:General UID:20190211T1534250Z-583899-521@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190307T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190307T210000 SUMMARY:Member Only Opening Reception with Josephine DESCRIPTION:The Banners Cultural Season makes its 2019 entrance with a memb ers-only reception and performance at the historic F.G. Bulber Auditorium on the McNeese campus. Join us for an on-stage celebration featuring incre dible eats and a special meet-and-greet with the performers from the seaso n's opening show\, 'Josephine\, a burlesque cabaret dream play'. You may e ven get a sneak preview of some of Josephine's songs! For membership infor mation\, visit www.banners.org. MEMBER REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS EVENT. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

The Banners Cultural Season makes its 2019 entrance with a members-on ly reception and performance at the historic F.G. Bulber Auditorium on the McNeese campus. Join us for an on-stage celebration featuring incredible eats and a special meet-and-greet with the performers from the season's op ening show\, 'Josephine\, a burlesque cabaret dream play'. You may even ge t a sneak preview of some of Josephine's songs! For membership information \, visit www.banners.org. MEMBER REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS E VENT.

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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:https://tickets.vendini.com/ticket-software.html?t=tix&w=819e855fa c0db98363b907381d392b31&vqitq=269df732-1a1e-403d-9369- UID:20190211T1543450Z-583899-522@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190411T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190411T200000 SUMMARY:The Poetry and Travel Stories of Robert Cooper DESCRIPTION:Robert Cooper returns to the Banners Series with more poems and some prose pieces from his latest travel writing. Join us at Stokes Audit orium in Hardtner Hall on the McNeese campus for this free event. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Robert Cooper returns to the Banners Series with more poems and some prose pieces from his latest travel writing. Join us at Stokes Auditorium in Hardtner Hall on the McNeese campus for this free event.

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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:https://tickets.vendini.com/ticket-software.html?t=tix&w=819e855fa c0db98363b907381d392b31&vqitq=269df732-1a1e-403d-9369- UID:20190211T1615570Z-583899-535@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191022T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191022T190000 SUMMARY: ENTREPRENEURIAL FORUM & ANGEL INVESTOR MEETING DESCRIPTION:TANTRUM Lab presents advanced Virtual Reality Training for Ind ustry. Standard training solutions are provided for mandatory training req uirements with a dedicated Learning Management Platform that enables emplo yers to track training. Trainees are not required to attend classroom sess ions while training outcome and retention of information is enhanced. Pres enters: Elliott Green\, CEO   Tuesday Evening\, October 22\, 2019 The S E E D Center\, 2nd Floor Conference Room\, 4310 Ryan Street\, Lake Charles\ , Louisiana 70601 Please join us encouraging Start-up/Early Stage Ventur es and building a Start-up Community in Southwest Louisiana. Netwo rking and Hors D’oeuvres: 6:00 p.m. Program/Presentations: 7:00 p.m. R. S . V. P. Not later than October 21\, 2019 Ron McGinley\, email: macfhion@g mail.com Phone 337 562 4903 Office\, or 337 263 2701 M obile X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
TANTRUM Lab presen ts \; advanced Virtual Reality Training for Industry. Standard trainin g solutions are provided for mandatory training requirements with a dedica ted Learning Management Platform that enables employers to track training. Trainees are not required to attend classroom sessions while training out come and retention of information is enhanced.

Pr esenters: \; Elliott Green\, CEO \; \;

Tuesday Evening\, October 22\, 2019

The S E E D Center\, 2nd Floor Conference Room\,

4310 Ryan Street\, Lake Charles\, Louisiana 70601

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Please join us encouraging Start-u p/Early Stage Ventures and building a \; \; \; Start-up Com munity in Southwest Louisiana.

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Ne tworking and Hors D&rsquo\;oeuvres: \; 6:00 p.m.

Program/Presentations: 7:00 p.m.

R. S. V. P.& nbsp\; Not later than October 21\, 2019

Ron McGin ley\, email: macfhion@gmail.com \; \; \; \; \; &n bsp\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; &nbs p\; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \ ; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; &n bsp\; \; \; \; \; Phone 337 562 4903 Office\, or 337 2 63 2701 Mobile

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CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20191015T1610010Z-583899-951@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181206T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181206T180000 SUMMARY:Teen Connection: Banking for Teens DESCRIPTION:Teen Connection sessions are scheduled for Thursday\, December 6 and Thursday\, December 13. This month’s free seminars will be held from 5-6 p.m. at the Ward 3 Recreation Huber Park Community Center\, located a t 2401 4th Avenue. On Thursday\, December 6\, Teen Connection will tackle Banking for Teens. Representatives from Hancock Whitney will be on hand t o provide valuable information on what teens need to know when entering th e financial world for the first time. On Thursday\, December 13\, Teen Co nnection will focus on teaching teens how to Become a Better Writer in Fiv e Easy Steps. Even in today’s digital world of sometimes shorthand communi cation\, the written word remains vitally important. The ability to commun icate ideas\, opinions and information in a clear\, concise manner remains a top skill for any professional. In October 2017\, the City of Lake Cha rles began hosting “Teen Connection” for teenagers\, 13 to 18 years old\, in Calcasieu Parish. “Teen Connection” is designed to help teenagers lear n job skills\, college prep\, social media\, interview skills\, and ACT pr ep among others. The classes are instructed by educators\, government offi cials\, and business leaders in the community. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Teen Connection sessions are scheduled for& nbsp\;Thursday\, December 6 \;and \;Thurs day\, December 13. This month&rsquo\;s \;free \; seminars will be held from \;5-6 p.m. \;at the&nb sp\;Ward 3 Recreation Huber Park Community Center\, located at 240 1 4^th \;Avenue. \;

On Thursday\, Decem ber 6\, Teen Connection will tackle \;Banking for Teens. \;Representatives from Hancock Whitney will be on hand to provide valuable information on what teens need to know when entering the financial world for the first time. \;

On Thursday\, December 13\, Teen Connec tion will focus on teaching teens how to \;Become a Better Writer in Five Easy Steps. \;Even in today&rsquo\;s digital world of som etimes shorthand communication\, the written word remains vitally importan t. The ability to communicate ideas\, opinions and information in a clear\ , concise manner remains a top skill for any professional. \;

In October 2017\, the City of Lake Charles began hosting &ldquo\;Teen Conn ection&rdquo\; for teenagers\, 13 to 18 years old\, in Calcasieu Parish.&n bsp\;

&ldquo\;Teen Connection&rdquo\; is designed to help teenager s learn job skills\, college prep\, social media\, interview skills\, and ACT prep among others. The classes are instructed by educators\, governmen t officials\, and business leaders in the community.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Huber Park Community Center UID:20181204T1656050Z-583899-432@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190308T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190308T210000 SUMMARY:Josephine: A Burlesque Cabaret Dream Play DESCRIPTION:Josephine is a one-woman biographical musical that combines cab aret\, theatre\, a live jazz quartet and dance to tell the story of the ic onic Josephine Baker\, the first African-American international superstar and one of the most remarkable figures of the 20th Century. The show was n ominated for a 2018 AUDELCO Award for Outstanding Solo Performance for it' s limited off-Broadway run\, and has won 6 'Best of Fest' and 6 'Outstandi ng Performance' awards across North America. This show is a burlesque and intended for mature audiences only. ABSOLUTELY NO ADMITTANCE UNDER 18. MEM BER REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR THIS EVENT. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Josephine is a one-woman biographical musical that combines cabaret\, theatre\, a live jazz quartet and dance to tell the story of the iconic J osephine Baker\, the first African-American international superstar and on e of the most remarkable figures of the 20th Century. The show was nominat ed for a 2018 AUDELCO Award for Outstanding Solo Performance for it's limi ted off-Broadway run\, and has won 6 'Best of Fest' and 6 'Outstanding Per formance' awards across North America. This show is a burlesque and intend ed for mature audiences only. ABSOLUTELY NO ADMITTANCE UNDER 18. MEMBER RE GISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR THIS EVENT.

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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:https://tickets.vendini.com/ticket-software.html?t=tix&w=819e855fa c0db98363b907381d392b31&vqitq=269df732-1a1e-403d-9369- UID:20190211T1558300Z-583899-523@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190501T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190501T120000 SUMMARY:Calcasieu Parish Assessor's Office Senior/Veteran/Disability Freeze s DESCRIPTION: Calcasieu Parish Assessor\, Wendy Curphy Aguillard\, and Staf f\, will be at the Vinton Town Hall on Wednesday\, May 1\, 2019\, from 9:0 0 a.m. to 12:00 pm. They will be providing an opportunity for local Senior s\, Disabled Veterans\, & Disabled citizens to sign for "Special Assessmen t Level Freezes" without having to fight the "Bridge Traffic" to come to t he Lake Charles office. "Special Assessment Level Freezes" freeze the valu e of your property against any future adjustments due to reassessment. Y ou need only apply if you have not previously applied for a special assess ment level freeze\; if your household income is less than $75\,594\; you h ave recently reached the age of 65\; become a disabled Veteran with a 50% or more service connected disability\, or 100% disabled through the Social Security Administration. For more information on the qualifications to file for these "Special Assessment Level Freezes" and the documentation ne eded\, please call the Calcasieu Parish Assessor’s Office at 337-721-3000. *Applicants must bring proof of age\, proof of disability and proof of income (as required by law) for the "Special Assessment Level Freezes”. **May be applied for during regular office hours 8:30-4:30 M-F at the Lake Charles Office\, 1011 Lakeshore Dr.\, #101 OR on Wednesday mornings 8:30- Noon at our West-Cal Satellite Office\, 500A N. Huntington St.\, Sulphur. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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Calcasieu Parish Assessor\, Wendy Curphy Aguillard\, and Staff\, will be at the \;Vinton Town Hall on Wednesday\ , May 1\, 2019\, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 pm. They will be providi ng an opportunity for local Seniors\, Disabled Veterans\, &\; Disabled citizens to sign for "\;Special Assessment Level Freezes"\; withou t having to fight the "\;Bridge Traffic"\; to come to the Lake Cha rles office. "\;Special Assessment Level Freezes"\; freeze the value of your property against any future adjustmen ts due to reassessment.

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You need only apply if you have not previously applied for a special assessment level freeze\; if yo ur household income is less than $75\,594\; you have recently reached the age of 65\; become a disabled Veteran with a 50% or more service connected disability\, or 100% disabled through the Social Security Administration.

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For more information on the qualifications to fil e for these "\;Special Assessment Level Freezes"\; and the documen tation needed\, please call the Calcasieu Parish Assessor’s Office at 337- 721-3000.

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*Applicants must bring proof of age\, pr oof of disability and proof of income (as required by law) for the "\; Special Assessment Level Freezes”.

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**May be applie d for during regular office hours 8:30-4:30 M-F at the Lake Charles Office \, 1011 Lakeshore Dr.\, #101 OR on Wednesday mornings 8:30-Noon at our Wes t-Cal Satellite Office\, 500A N. Huntington St.\, Sulphur.

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CATEGORIES:General UID:20190423T1459320Z-583899-660@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190905T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190905T193000 SUMMARY:Panel Discussion: WWII’s Impact on Southwest Louisiana DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles and McNeese State University will host a panel discussion entitled World War II’s Impact on Southwest Louisiana on Thursday\, September 5\, 2019. This free and open to the public event will be held in the Tritico Theatre located on the McNeese State Universit y campus (4205 Ryan St.). Doors will open at 6 p.m. and the panel will tak e place from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Moderated by KPLC’s John Bridges\, panelist s will share their first-hand accounts of what it was like to live through this time period and local historians will share insight on the war’s imp act on life on the home front. Panelist include Lake Charles native and WW II Navy veteran Noah Lewis\, Lake Charles native Mary Ann Monk\, American Press Our Past columnist Mike Jones\, and recent Citgo retiree Bob Davidso n. This event is being hosted in conjunction with The Pelican State Goes to War: Louisiana in WWII\, on display at Historic City Hall (1001 Ryan St reet) through October 19\, 2019. Produced by The National WWII Museum\, th e exhibit features artifacts\, photographs and oral histories that highlig ht Louisiana’s extraordinary contributions toward America achieving victor y in WWII. The exhibit is sponsored in part by Citgo\; Hunter\, Hunter and Sonnier in memory of Judge Edwin F. Hunter\; and American Press. A Wall of Honor featuring the photographs of local veterans who served in the war has also been assembled and is on display at Historic City Hall. The Wall of Honor is sponsored by Stine Lumber in honor of J.W. Stine. For more i nformation on the panel discussion\, call 491-9176. For more information o n the exhibit or Historic City Hall\, call 491-9147. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles and McNeese State University will host a panel discussion entitled \;World War II&rs quo\;s Impact on Southwest Louisiana \;on Thursday\, September 5\ , 2019. \;

This free and open to the public event will be held in the Tritico Theatre located on the McNeese State University campus (42 05 Ryan St.). Doors will open at 6 p.m. and the panel will take place from 6:30 &ndash\; 7:30 p.m. \;

Moderated by KPLC&rsquo\;s John Br idges\, panelists will share their first-hand accounts of what it was like to live through this time period and local historians will share insight on the war&rsquo\;s impact on life on the home front. Panelist include Lak e Charles native and WWII Navy veteran Noah Lewis\, Lake Charles native Ma ry Ann Monk\, American Press \;Our Past \;columnist Mike Jones\, and recent Citgo retiree Bob Davidson. \;

This event i s being hosted in conjunction with The Pelican State Goes to War: Louisian a in WWII\, on display at Historic City Hall (1001 Ryan Street) through Oc tober 19\, 2019.

Produced by The National WWII Museum\, the exhibi t features artifacts\, photographs and oral histories that highlight Louis iana&rsquo\;s extraordinary contributions toward America achieving victory in WWII. The exhibit is sponsored in part by Citgo\; Hunter\, Hunter and Sonnier in memory of Judge Edwin F. Hunter\; and American Press. \;

A Wall of Honor featuring the photographs of local veterans who serv ed in the war has also been assembled and is on display at Historic City H all. The Wall of Honor is sponsored by Stine Lumber in honor of J.W. Stine . \;

For more information on the panel discussion\, call 491-9 176. For more information on the exhibit or Historic City Hall\, call 491- 9147.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Tritico Theater UID:20190903T1858400Z-583899-894@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190617T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190617T113000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Toddler Play DESCRIPTION:Join us in Baby Bayou from 10-11:30 a.m. to play and explore wi th your 1-3 year old. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us in Baby Bayou from 10-11:30 a.m. to play and explore with your 1-3 year old.

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CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190604T2056000Z-583899-753@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190615T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190615T180000 SUMMARY:Papersmith Summer Workshops: Watercolor DESCRIPTION:$60 Beginner Palm Fronds X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
$60

Beginner Palm Fronds
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Papersmith UID:20190604T2104420Z-583899-763@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190618T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190618T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Q-Tip Dragonfly DESCRIPTION:Design your own dragonfly using a Q-tip and other materials. Cl asses begin at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. and are limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Design your own dragonfly using a Q-tip and other materials. Classes begin at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. and are limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190604T2056460Z-583899-754@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190615T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190615T100000 SUMMARY:Partners in Parks: Grand Reopening Ceremony DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles has a variety of Nature in Focus event s planned for June as part of its Partners in Parks initiative. On Saturda y\, June 15\, from 8-10 a.m. a Grand Reopening Ceremony will be held for t he Tuten Park Nature Sanctuary. The nature sanctuary\, closed since 2007\, contains 4\,000 feet of nature trails\, an outdoor classroom\, Cajun prai rie restoration\, ¼ acre wildlife pond and 14 acres of habitat set aside f or wildlife. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles has a variety of N ature in Focus events planned for June as part of its Partners in Parks in itiative.

On \;Saturday\, June 15\, \;fro m \;8-10 a.m. \;a \;Grand Reopening C eremony \;will be held for the Tuten Park Nature Sanctuary. T he nature sanctuary\, closed since 2007\, contains 4\,000 feet of nature t rails\, an outdoor classroom\, Cajun prairie restoration\, ¼\; acre wildlife pond and 14 acres of habitat set aside for wildlife.
CATEGORIES:Outdoors LOCATION:Tuten Park Nature Sanctuary UID:20190604T2041280Z-583899-737@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190613T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190613T123000 SUMMARY:American Job Center to Host ‘Lunch and Learn’ for Employers DESCRIPTION:The American Job Center – Region V invites area employers to a “Lunch and Learn” event\, which will be held at 11:30 a.m. Thursday\, June 13\, at the American Job Center\, 2424 Third St.\, Lake Charles. At this lunch\, employers will learn about American Job Center services\, programs and events that could help recruit job candidates and help decrease emplo yers’ training budgets. Several employers will speak on how American Job C enter’s programs and services have helped meet their needs. The event is s ponsored by the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury\, in conjunction with the Wor kforce Development Board and the Louisiana Workforce Commission. Lunch wil l be provided. Admission is free but pre-registration is required. To reg ister or for more information\, contact the American Job Center at 337-721 -4010. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The American Job Center &ndash\; Region V i nvites area employers to a &ldquo\;Lunch and Learn&rdquo\; event\, which w ill be held at 11:30 a.m. Thursday\, June 13\, at the American Job Center\ , 2424 Third St.\, Lake Charles.

At this lunch\, employers will le arn about American Job Center services\, programs and events that could he lp recruit job candidates and help decrease employers&rsquo\; training bud gets. Several employers will speak on how American Job Center&rsquo\;s pro grams and services have helped meet their needs.

The event is spon sored by the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury\, in conjunction with the Workfo rce Development Board and the Louisiana Workforce Commission. Lunch will b e provided. \;

Admission is free but pre-registration is requi red. To register or for more information\, contact the American Job Center at 337-721-4010.
CATEGORIES:Career Fairs & Trade Shows LOCATION:American Job Center UID:20190604T2111280Z-583899-768@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190619T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190619T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Kona Ice & Watercooler Fun DESCRIPTION:Experiment with watercolors in the ArtSpace from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Kona Ice will also be here from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. so stop by for a co ol treat! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Experiment with watercolors in the ArtSpace from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Kona Ice will also be here from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. so stop by for a cool treat!
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190604T2057330Z-583899-755@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190713T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190713T180000 SUMMARY:Papersmith Summer Workshops: Denim Dressing DESCRIPTION:$45 Bring Your Own Denim X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
$45

Bring Your Own Denim
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Papersmith UID:20190604T2106420Z-583899-766@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190624T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190624T113000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Toddler Play DESCRIPTION:Join us in Baby Bayou from 10-11:30 a.m. to play and explore wi th your 1-3 year old. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us in Baby Bayou from 10-11:30 a.m. to play and explore with your 1-3 year old.

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CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190604T2102400Z-583899-762@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190605T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190605T133000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Kona Ice & Sensory Playdough DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, June 5: Kona Ice and Sensory Playdough Build\, squi sh\, smash\, push\, pull\, cut and more with Sensory Playdough in the ArtS pace from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Kona Ice will also be here from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. so stop by for a cool treat! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Wednesday\, June 5: Kona Ice and Sensory Playdough

Build\, squish\, smash\, push\, pull\, cut and more with Sensory Playdough in the ArtSpace from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Kona Ice wi ll also be here from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. so stop by for a cool treat!
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190604T2046040Z-583899-740@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190624T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190624T220000 SUMMARY:LAKE CHARLES COMMUNITY BAND PRESENTS “CATCH A CONCERT” SUMMER SERIE S DESCRIPTION:The Lake Charles Community Band announces plans for the 2019 “C atch A Concert” series that is held each Monday in June. The free public c oncerts will begin at 7 p.m. weekly and will be held on the 2nd floor Mezz anine of Lake Charles Civic Center Civic Center. The theme for the summer of 2019 is “Legends.” The final concert of this series is on June 24. Aud ience members will be asked to join the band and the Louisiana Choral Foun dation in honoring the men and women of the Armed Forces who have and stil l are bearing the hardships of global war. The Band will perform such favo rites as America the Beautiful\, Because of the Brave\, John William’s Hym n to the Fallen from the movie Private Ryan\, America: The Dream Goes On\, Armed Forces Salute and Stars and Stripes Forever. The “Catch a Concert” series leads up to “Red\, White\, Blue and You\,” the city-wide Fourth of July Celebration. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Lake Charles Community Band announces p lans for the 2019 &ldquo\;Catch A Concert&rdquo\; series that is held each Monday in June. The free public concerts will begin at 7 p.m. weekly and will be held on the 2^nd \;floor Mezzanine of Lake Charles C ivic Center Civic Center. The theme for the summer of 2019 is &ldquo\;Lege nds.&rdquo\; \;

The final concert of this series is on June 24 . Audience members will be asked to join the band and the Louisiana Choral Foundation in honoring the men and women of the Armed Forces who have and still are bearing the hardships of global war. The Band will perform such favorites as \;America the Beautiful\, Because of the Brave\ , John William&rsquo\;s \;Hymn to the Fallen \;from the m ovie \;Private Ryan\, America: The Dream Goes On< /em>\, \;Armed Forces Salute and Stars and Stripes Forever.&n bsp\; The &ldquo\;Catch a Concert&rdquo\; series leads up to &ldquo\;Red\, White\, Blue and You\,&rdquo\; the city-wide Fourth of July Celebration.& nbsp\;
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20190604T2035280Z-583899-733@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190803T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190803T180000 SUMMARY:Papersmith Summer Workshops: Gold Leafing / Candle Pouring DESCRIPTION:$45 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
$45

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CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Papersmith UID:20190604T2105260Z-583899-764@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190720T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190720T180000 SUMMARY:Papersmith Summer Workshops: Jewelry Making DESCRIPTION:$45 Design & Create Leather Lariat X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
$45

Design &\; Create Leather La riat
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Papersmith UID:20190604T2106040Z-583899-765@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190629T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190629T180000 SUMMARY:Papersmith Summer Workshops: Indigo Dyeing DESCRIPTION:$45 Tea Towels & Bandanas X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
$45

Tea Towels &\; Bandanas
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Papersmith UID:20190604T2107270Z-583899-767@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190715T230000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190716T000000 SUMMARY:Oasis Hot Link Fundraiser DESCRIPTION:Oasis is having a Hot Link Fundraiser on July 15th ! This fundr aiser will benefit the families whose lives are empowered by Oasis. The me nu includes a Hollier’s Hot Link\, Chips & Dessert for only $7 each. Order yours by contacting (337) 436-4552. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Oasis is having a Hot Link Fundraiser on Ju ly 15^th \;! This fundraiser will benefit the families whose lives are empowered by Oasis.

The menu includes a Hollier&rsquo\; s Hot Link\, Chips &\; Dessert for only $7 each. Order yours by contact ing (337) 436-4552.
CATEGORIES:Family Activity LOCATION:Oasis\, A Safe Haven UID:20190604T2044370Z-583899-739@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190626T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190626T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Fanciful Fantastic Fairy Tales DESCRIPTION:Join us for an enchanted mini camp from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Come dre ssed as your favorite character and learn about fairy tales. In this camp we will discuss 'Beauty and the Beast\,' 'Jack and the Beanstalk' and the 'Princess and the Frog!' Games and crafts included. Registration is $30 fo r non-members and $25 for members\, ages 4-9. Please call our office for m ore details. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us for an enchanted mini camp from 9 a .m.-12 p.m. Come dressed as your favorite character and learn about fairy tales. In this camp we will discuss 'Beauty and the Beast\,' 'Jack and the Beanstalk' and the 'Princess and the Frog!' Games and crafts included. Re gistration is $30 for non-members and $25 for members\, ages 4-9. Please c all our office for more details.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190604T2059380Z-583899-758@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190615T223000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190616T000000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Kids Crafts DESCRIPTION:Themed projects will be available from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. on a first-come first-served basis. Limit one project per child. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Themed projects will be available from 10:3 0 a.m.-12 p.m. on a first-come first-served basis. Limit one project per c hild.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190604T2052480Z-583899-750@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190610T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190610T113000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Toddler Play & Friends of the Refuge DESCRIPTION:Join us in Baby Bayou from 10-11:30 a.m. to play and explore wi th your 1-3 year old. At 11 a.m.\, the Friends of the Refuge will talk abo ut our Louisiana Wetlands and the types of animals and reptiles that can b e found. They will have some furs and skins on display. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us in Baby Bayou from 10-11:30 a.m. to play and explore with your 1-3 year old. At 11 a.m.\, the Friends of the Refuge will talk about our Louisiana Wetlands and the types of animals and reptiles that can be found. They will have some furs and skins on display .
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190604T2048250Z-583899-743@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190607T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190607T103000 SUMMARY:Partners in Parks: Guided Bird Walks DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles has a variety of Nature in Focus event s planned for June as part of its Partners in Parks initiative. Two free G uided Bird Walks are planned for June. The first will be held at Tuten Par k on Friday\, June 7\, from 9-10:30 a.m. A second guided bird walk will ta ke place at Riverside Park (1700 Fitzenreiter Rd.) on Friday\, June 21\, f rom 9-10:30 a.m. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles has a variety of N ature in Focus events planned for June as part of its Partners in Parks in itiative.

Two free \;Guided Bird Walks \; are planned for June. The first will be held at \;Tuten Park \;on \;Friday\, June 7\, from \;9-10:30 a.m. \;A second guided bird walk will take place a t \;Riverside Park (1700 Fitzenreiter Rd.) \;on&n bsp\;Friday\, June 21\, \;from \;9-10:30 a.m.

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CATEGORIES:Outdoors UID:20190604T2040050Z-583899-736@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190612T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190612T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Kona Ice & Pasta Necklaces DESCRIPTION:Make a pasta necklace in the ArtSpace from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. K ona Ice will also be here from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. so stop by for a cool tre at! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Make a pasta necklace in the ArtSpace from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Kona Ice will also be here from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. so st op by for a cool treat!
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190604T2050210Z-583899-747@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190621T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190621T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Fitness Friday DESCRIPTION:Join our museum staff for a fun workout and games at 11 a.m. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join our museum staff for a fun workout a nd games at 11 a.m.

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CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190604T2101090Z-583899-760@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190610T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190610T200000 SUMMARY:LAKE CHARLES COMMUNITY BAND PRESENTS “CATCH A CONCERT” SUMMER SERIE S DESCRIPTION:The Lake Charles Community Band announces plans for the 2019 “C atch A Concert” series that is held each Monday in June. The free public c oncerts will begin at 7 p.m. weekly and will be held on the 2nd floor Mezz anine of Lake Charles Civic Center Civic Center. The theme for the summer of 2019 is “Legends.” On June 10\, the Band invites all audience members young and old to come dressed as their favorite Disney character as they “ whisk” the crowd away to the many worlds of Walt Disney. The band will per form selections from some of Disney’s most legendary movies such as When Y ou Wish Upon A Star from 1940’s Pinocchio that will feature trumpet solois t Glenn George\; the magical adventures of Aladdin\; the romantic fantasy Beauty and the Beast\; and from the Disney Renaissance era The Lion King\; The Incredibles and last but not least Highlight from Frozen. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Lake Charles Community Band announces p lans for the 2019 &ldquo\;Catch A Concert&rdquo\; series that is held each Monday in June. The free public concerts will begin at 7 p.m. weekly and will be held on the 2^nd \;floor Mezzanine of Lake Charles C ivic Center Civic Center. The theme for the summer of 2019 is &ldquo\;Lege nds.&rdquo\; \;

On June 10\, the Band invites all audience mem bers young and old to come dressed as their favorite Disney character as t hey &ldquo\;whisk&rdquo\; the crowd away to the many worlds of Walt Disney . The band will perform selections from some of Disney&rsquo\;s most legen dary movies such as \;When You Wish Upon A Star \;from 19 40&rsquo\;s Pinocchio that will feature trumpet soloist Glenn George\; the magical adventures of \;Aladdin\; \;the romantic&nbs p\;fantasy \;Beauty and the Beast\; and from the Disney Renaissance era \;The Lion King\; The Incredibles \;and l ast but not least \;Highlight from Frozen.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20190604T2034110Z-583899-731@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190608T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190608T123000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: 2nd Saturday Science Show DESCRIPTION:Sasol continues its 5S Project with “The Science of Earthquakes ” program at 11:30 a.m. Presenter Travis Corbello will ask “What are earth quakes and why do they happen?” “Can we build an earthquake proof building ?” Children will explore basic building principles and see if their engine ering skills are a match for THE EARTHQUAKE TABLE! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Sasol continues its 5S Project with &ldquo\ ;The Science of Earthquakes&rdquo\; program at 11:30 a.m. Presenter Travis Corbello will ask &ldquo\;What are earthquakes and why do they happen?&rd quo\; &ldquo\;Can we build an earthquake proof building?&rdquo\; Children will explore basic building principles and see if their engineering skills are a match for THE EARTHQUAKE TABLE!
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190604T2047390Z-583899-742@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190614T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190614T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Fitness Friday DESCRIPTION:Join our museum staff for a fun workout and games at 11 a.m. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join our museum staff for a fun workout a nd games at 11 a.m.

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CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190604T2051370Z-583899-749@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190613T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190613T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Story Time with Jeanie DESCRIPTION:Local children’s author\, Lydia Crochet and her dog Jeanie will join us at 11 a.m. for story time and a book signing. They will read her book\, “Jeanie the Three-Legged Therapy Dog!” X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Local children&rsquo\;s author\, Lydia Croc het and her dog Jeanie will join us at 11 a.m. for story time and a book s igning. They will read her book\, &ldquo\;Jeanie the Three-Legged Therapy Dog!&rdquo\;
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190604T2051000Z-583899-748@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190617 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Science Camp with Travis DESCRIPTION:Each day we will discuss different STEM topics. Pre-registratio n is required. This camp is designed for ages 7-12 years old. The cost is $110 for non-members and $100 for members. For more information please cal l or come by our office. This camp is the 17th through the 20th. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Each day we will discuss different STEM top ics. Pre-registration is required. This camp is designed for ages 7-12 yea rs old. The cost is $110 for non-members and $100 for members. For more in formation please call or come by our office.

This camp is the 17th through the 20th.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids UID:20190604T2055060Z-583899-752@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190625T230000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190626T000000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Bottle Fireflies DESCRIPTION:Make a glow in the dark firefly using a plastic bottle and othe r materials. Classes begin at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. and are limited to 20 ch ildren\, ages 4 and up. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Make a glow in the dark firefly using a pla stic bottle and other materials. Classes begin at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. and are limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190604T2058490Z-583899-757@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190617T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190617T220000 SUMMARY:LAKE CHARLES COMMUNITY BAND PRESENTS “CATCH A CONCERT” SUMMER SERIE S DESCRIPTION:The Lake Charles Community Band announces plans for the 2019 “C atch A Concert” series that is held each Monday in June. The free public c oncerts will begin at 7 p.m. weekly and will be held on the 2nd floor Mezz anine of Lake Charles Civic Center Civic Center. The theme for the summer of 2019 is “Legends.” On June 17\, the Band will feature the music of Pop and Rock Legends Elton John and Tina Turner\, as well as the internationa lly famous instrumental groups Miami Sound Machine and Chicago. Trumpet so loist Brenda Harrington will be featured on Burt Bacharach’s beautiful bal lad from the movie Alfie.  For all Superhero fans in the audience\, the Ba nd will have music from Captain America\, the First Avengersand highlights from the medieval fantasy epic Games of Thrones.Celebration. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The Lake Charles Community Band announces p lans for the 2019 &ldquo\;Catch A Concert&rdquo\; series that is held each Monday in June. The free public concerts will begin at 7 p.m. weekly and will be held on the 2^nd \;floor Mezzanine of Lake Charles C ivic Center Civic Center. The theme for the summer of 2019 is &ldquo\;Lege nds.&rdquo\; \;

On June 17\, the Band will feature the music o f Pop and Rock Legends \;Elton John \;and \;< strong>Tina Turner\, as well as the internationally famous instru mental groups \;Miami Sound Machine \;and \;< strong>Chicago. Trumpet soloist Brenda Harrington will be feature d on Burt Bacharach&rsquo\;s beautiful ballad from the movie \;Alf ie. \; \;For all Superhero fans in the audience\, the Band wi ll have music from \;Captain America\, the First Avengersand highlights from the medieval fantasy epic \;Games of Thrones. Celebration. \;
CATEGORIES:Entertainment UID:20190604T2034490Z-583899-732@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190607T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190607T123000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Fitness Friday & Dr. Dogs DESCRIPTION:Join Anytime Fitness for a fun workout at 11 a.m. that is sure to get your blood pumping. Afterwards\, learn about the Dr. Dogs Pet Thera py Team at 12:30 p.m. It’s always fun visiting with our furry friends. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join Anytime Fitness for a fun workout at 1 1 a.m. that is sure to get your blood pumping. Afterwards\, learn about th e Dr. Dogs Pet Therapy Team at 12:30 p.m. It&rsquo\;s always fun visiting with our furry friends.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190604T2047030Z-583899-741@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190611T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190611T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Watermelon DESCRIPTION:Create a paper plate watermelon using craft paint and a Q-tip. Classes begin at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. and are limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Create a paper plate watermelon using craft paint and a Q-tip. Classes begin at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. and are limited t o 20 children\, ages 4 and up.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190604T2049300Z-583899-746@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190628T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190628T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Fitness Friday DESCRIPTION:Join our museum staff for a fun workout and games at 11 a.m. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join our museum staff for a fun workout a nd games at 11 a.m.

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CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190604T2101350Z-583899-761@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190627T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190627T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Mad Hatter Science Goes to the Beach DESCRIPTION:Join us at 11 a.m. for Mad Hatter Science with Joan Vallee Rett ke. Children will learn about science at the beach with several hands-on a ctivities. Class is limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us at 11 a.m. for Mad Hatter Science w ith Joan Vallee Rettke. Children will learn about science at the beach wit h several hands-on activities. Class is limited to 20 children\, ages 4 an d up.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190604T2100180Z-583899-759@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190616T131500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190616T153000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Father's Day Shirt & Tie DESCRIPTION:Make Dad a shirt and tie card for Father’s Day from 1:15-3:30 p .m. All fathers get in for $1 on Father’s Day. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Make Dad a shirt and tie card for Father&rs quo\;s Day from 1:15-3:30 p.m. All fathers get in for $1 on Father&rsquo\; s Day.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190604T2053580Z-583899-751@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190620T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190620T120000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Meet the Cowgirls DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss your chance to take pictures and learn from the Cowg irls! Join McNeese Women's Basketball Coach Kacie Cryer and the team at 11 a.m. They will host a special dribble workshop and talk to everyone about playing basketball at McNeese State University. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Don&rsquo\;t miss your chance to take pictu res and learn from the Cowgirls! Join McNeese Women's Basketball Coach Kac ie Cryer and the team at 11 a.m. They will host a special dribble workshop and talk to everyone about playing basketball at McNeese State University .
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20190604T2058110Z-583899-756@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190820T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190820T193000 SUMMARY:McNeese Leisure Learning: Beginning Organic Gardening DESCRIPTION:Beginning Organic Gardening\, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.\, Tuesday\, Thur sday\, August 20\, 22\, 27 To Register: www.mcneese.edu/leisure 337-475-56 16 Leisurelearning@mcneese.edu X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Beginning Organic Gardening\ , 6:00 &ndash\; 7:30 p.m.\, Tuesday\, Thursday\, August 20\, 22\, 27

To Register:

www.mcneese.edu/leisure

337-475 -5616

Leisurelearning @mcneese.edu
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:McNeese State University UID:20190703T1803510Z-583899-805@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190309T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190309T210000 SUMMARY:Billy Strings DESCRIPTION:Banners at McNeese State University presents bluegrass prodigy Billy Strings. Billy plays hard and he lives hard\, picking so fast and in tensely that he’s known to break multiple strings per song\, and basing th e songs he writes on the hard lives he grew up around in the abandoned rur al communities of America. He’s one of the most beloved young guitarists t oday within the bluegrass community\, and his front porch in East Nashvill e is constantly filled up with the area's best roots musicians just pickin g up a storm. To view a complete list of Banners spring cultural events\, visit our website at www.Banners.org X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Banners at McNeese State University presents bluegrass prodigy Billy Strings. Billy plays hard and he lives hard\, picking so fast and intensel y that he&rsquo\;s known to break multiple strings per song\, and basing t he songs he writes on the hard lives he grew up around in the abandoned ru ral communities of America. He&rsquo\;s one of the most beloved young guit arists today within the bluegrass community\, and his front porch in East Nashville is constantly filled up with the area's best roots musicians jus t picking up a storm. To view a complete list of Banners spring cultural e vents\, visit our website at www.Banners.org

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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:https://tickets.vendini.com/ticket-software.html?t=tix&w=819e855fa c0db98363b907381d392b31&vqitq=269df732-1a1e-403d-9369- UID:20190211T1549540Z-583899-524@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190122T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190122T193000 SUMMARY:Angles of SWLA: Investor Meeting DESCRIPTION:ENTREPRENEURIAL FORUM & ANGEL INVESTOR MEETING This month\, the Angel Investor meeting will hear from PROTAC which provides advanced Risk Management Solutions\, which identify\, mitigate and monitor risk across the business enterprise. Clients are provided physical security\, plannin g and training. Presenter: Canaan Heard\, CEO Tuesday Evening\, January 2 2\, 2019 The S E E D Center\, 2nd Floor Conference Room\, 4310 Ryan Street \, Lake Charles\, Louisiana 70601 Please join us in building a Start-up Co mmunity by encouraging Start-up and Early Stage Ventu res in Southwest Louisiana. Networking and Hors D’oeuvres: 6:00 p.m. Pr ogram/Presentations: 7:00 p.m. R. S. V. P. Not later than January 21\, 20 19 Ron McGinley\, email: macfhion@gmail.com                                                                                                McNeese Of fice of Commercialization\, Phone 337 562 4903 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
ENTREPRENEURIAL FORUM &\; ANGEL INVESTOR MEETING

This month\, the Angel Investor meeting will hear from PROTAC which provides \;advanc ed Risk Management Solutions\, which identify\, mitigate and monitor risk across the business enterprise. \;Clients are provided physical secur ity\, planning and training.

Presenter: \;Ca naan Heard\, CEO

Tuesday Evening\, January 22\, 2019
~~The S E E D Center\, 2nd Floor Conference Room\,~~

4310 Ryan Street\, Lake Charles\, Louisiana 70601

Please jo in us in building a Start-up Community by encouraging \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; \; Start-u p and Early Stage Ventures in Southwest Louisiana.

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Networking and Hors D&rsquo\;oeuvres: \;6:00 p.m.

Program/Presentations: 7:00 p.m.

R. S. V. P. \;Not later than January 21\, 2019

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CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20190114T2045070Z-583899-483@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190201T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190201T120000 SUMMARY:LED: CEO Roundtables Applications OPEN DESCRIPTION:Today\, Louisiana Economic Development opened the application p eriod for CEO Roundtables\, a popular peer program for small business exec utives. Meeting 10 times within a year\, the program encourages business l eaders to explore professional challenges with each other under the guidan ce of an experienced facilitator. The application period will be Feb. 1 th rough March 31 for regional roundtables that start in July 2019. Launched in 2014 to help established small businesses grow revenue and jobs\, LED’s regional CEO Roundtables convene 15 to 18 qualified decision-makers from the pool of applicants. Participants commit to meet about once a month for peer-to-peer learning\, business networking and support in the yearlong p rogram. Collaborative and growth-oriented\, the meetings support a trustin g environment in which executives explore business and personal solutions that spur business X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Today\, Louisiana Economic Development open ed the application period for CEO Roundtables\, a popular peer program for small business executives. Meeting 10 times within a year\, the program e ncourages business leaders to explore professional challenges with each ot her under the guidance of an experienced facilitator. The application peri od will be Feb. 1 through March 31 for regional roundtabl es that start in July 2019.

Launched in 2014 to help established s mall businesses grow revenue and jobs\, LED&rsquo\;s regional CEO Roundtab les \;convene \;15 to 18 qualified decision-makers fro m the pool of applicants. Participants commit to meet about once a month f or peer-to-peer learning\, business networking and support in the yearlong program. Collaborative and growth-oriented\, the meetings support a trust ing environment in which executives explore business and personal solution s that spur business \;
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:617 North Third Street Baton Rouge LA UID:20190204T1715450Z-583899-503@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210731T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210731T190000 SUMMARY:Obama: An Intimate Portrait Closing Reception DESCRIPTION:Black Heritage Gallery will host a closing reception for Obama: An Intimate Portrait on Saturday\, July 31 from 5 to 7 p.m. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Black Heritage Gallery will host a closing r eception for \;Obama: An Intimate Portrait \;on Saturday\, July 31 from 5 to 7 p.m.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center UID:20210727T2052560Z-583899-1196@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181223T134500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181223T144500 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Elf DESCRIPTION: Sunday\, December 23: Elf Create a Christmas Elf to hang by t he tree. Classes begin at 1:45 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. and are limited to 20 ch ildren\, ages 4 and up. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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Sunday\, December 23: Elf

Create a Christmas Elf to hang by the tree. Classes begin at 1:45 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. and are limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up .
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:The Children's Museum UID:20181204T1704490Z-583899-438@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181222T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181222T160000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Rudolf & Letters to Santa DESCRIPTION: Saturday\, December 22: Rudolph and Letters to Santa   Make your own Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer using paper plates and constructi on paper from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. in the ArtSpace. From 12-4 p.m. you can write a letter to Santa in the ArtSpace. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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Saturday\, December 2 2: Rudolph and Letters to Santa \; \;

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< div>Make your own Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer using paper plates and co nstruction paper from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. in the ArtSpace.

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From 12-4 p.m. you can write a letter to Santa in the ArtS pace.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids UID:20181204T1704030Z-583899-437@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181213T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181213T180000 SUMMARY:Teen Connection: Become A Better Writer DESCRIPTION:Teen Connection is scheduled for Thursday\, December 13. This m onth’s free seminar will be held from 5-6 p.m. at the Ward 3 Recreation Hu ber Park Community Center\, located at 2401 4th Avenue. On Thursday\, Dec ember 13\, Teen Connection will focus on teaching teens how to Become a Be tter Writer in Five Easy Steps. Even in today’s digital world of sometimes shorthand communication\, the written word remains vitally important. The ability to communicate ideas\, opinions and information in a clear\, conc ise manner remains a top skill for any professional. In October 2017\, th e City of Lake Charles began hosting “Teen Connection” for teenagers\, 13 to 18 years old\, in Calcasieu Parish. “Teen Connection” is designed to h elp teenagers learn job skills\, college prep\, social media\, interview s kills\, and ACT prep among others. The classes are instructed by educators \, government officials\, and business leaders in the community. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Teen Connection is scheduled for \;Thursday\, December 13. This month&rsquo\;s \;free \;seminar will be held from \;5-6 p.m. \;a t the \;Ward 3 Recreation Huber Park Community Center\, locate d at 2401 4^th \;Avenue. \;

On Thursday \, December 13\, Teen Connection will focus on teaching teens how to \ ;Become a Better Writer in Five Easy Steps. \;Even in today&r squo\;s digital world of sometimes shorthand communication\, the written w ord remains vitally important. The ability to communicate ideas\, opinions and information in a clear\, concise manner remains a top skill for any p rofessional. \;

In October 2017\, the City of Lake Charles beg an hosting &ldquo\;Teen Connection&rdquo\; for teenagers\, 13 to 18 years old\, in Calcasieu Parish. \;

&ldquo\;Teen Connection&rdquo\; is designed to help teenagers learn job skills\, college prep\, social med ia\, interview skills\, and ACT prep among others. The classes are instruc ted by educators\, government officials\, and business leaders in the comm unity.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Huber Park Community Center UID:20181204T1657160Z-583899-433@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181210T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181210T140000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Pinecone Tree & Homeschool Day DESCRIPTION: Monday\, December 10: Pinecone Tree and Homeschool Day Paint and decorate a pinecone tree. Class begins at 11 a.m. and is limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up. If you are homeschooling\, join us from 10 a. m.-2 p.m. for a chance to interact with others doing the same. Admission i s $6.50 per person for homeschooling families. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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Monday\, December 10: Pinecone Tree and Homeschool Day

Paint and decorate a pinecon e tree. Class begins at 11 a.m. and is limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up.

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If you are homeschooling\, join us fr om 10 a.m.-2 p.m. for a chance to interact with others doing the same. Adm ission is $6.50 per person for homeschooling families.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:The Children's Museum UID:20181204T1701060Z-583899-435@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181208T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181208T123000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Sasol's Second Saturday Science Show DESCRIPTION: Saturday\, December 8: Sasol’s Second Saturday Science Show Sasol continues its 5S Project with “Science in Motion: The Sand Pendulum ” at 11:30 a.m. with presenter Travis Corbello. We will explore the physic s of shapes and patterns as they emerge from the sand pendulum. Third floo r exhibits will be closed during this program. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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Saturday\, December 8 : Sasol&rsquo\;s Second Saturday Science Show

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< div>Sasol continues its 5S Project with &ldquo\;Science in Motion: The San d Pendulum&rdquo\; at 11:30 a.m. with presenter Travis Corbello. We will e xplore the physics of shapes and patterns as they emerge from the sand pen dulum. Third floor exhibits will be closed during this program.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:The Children's Museum UID:20181204T1659550Z-583899-434@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181221T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181221T160000 SUMMARY:The Children's Museum: Holiday Fun DESCRIPTION: Friday\, December 21: Holiday Fun Birds of Christmas Frame Make a Christmas picture frame. Classes begin at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. and a re limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up. Movie Time At 1 p.m.\, we wil l have popcorn and watch 'The Grinch.” Christmas Bell Create a Christmas bell in the ArtSpace from 1-4 p.m. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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Friday\, December 21: Holiday Fun

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Birds of Christmas Frame

Make a Christmas picture frame. Classes begin at 11 a.m. and 12 p. m. and are limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up.
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Movie Time

At 1 p.m.\, we will have popcorn and watch 'The Grinch.&rdquo\;

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Christmas Bell

Create a Christmas bell in the ArtSpace from 1-4 p.m.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:The Children's Museum UID:20181204T1702240Z-583899-436@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181228T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181228T150000 SUMMARY:The Children's Museum: Holiday Fun DESCRIPTION: Friday\, December 28: Holiday Fun New Year’s Eve Clock Make a New Year’s Eve Clock to countdown the New Year! Classes begin at 11 a.m . and 12 p.m. and are limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up. Movie Time At 1 p.m.\, we will have popcorn and watch “The Polar Express!” X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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Friday\, December 28: Holiday Fun

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New Year&rsquo\;s Eve Clock
Make a New Year&rsquo\;s Eve Clock to countdown the New Year! C lasses begin at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. and are limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up.

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Movie Time

At 1 p.m. \, we will have popcorn and watch &ldquo\;The Polar Express!&rdquo\;
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:The Children's Museum UID:20181204T1706170Z-583899-440@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181227T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181227T140000 SUMMARY:The Children's Museum: Holiday Fun DESCRIPTION: Thursday\, December 27: Holiday Fun Wooden Snow Globe Desig n and paint a wooden snow globe. Classes begin at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. and are limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up. Movie Time At 1 p.m.\, we wi ll have popcorn and watch “Frosty the Snowman” and “Frosty Returns!” X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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Thursday\, December 2 7: Holiday Fun

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Wooden Snow Globe
Design and paint a wooden snow globe. Classes begin at 11 a.m. and 12 p .m. and are limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up.

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Movie Time

At 1 p.m.\, we will have popcorn and watc h &ldquo\;Frosty the Snowman&rdquo\; and &ldquo\;Frosty Returns!&rdquo\; CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:The Children's Museum UID:20181204T1705390Z-583899-439@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190320T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190320T150000 SUMMARY:Supporting Your Child In English Language Arts - March 20\, 2019 DESCRIPTION:Is your child with a disability struggling with English Languag e Arts? If so you are invited to a training called 'Supporting Your Child In English Language Arts' in Jennings\, LA! See below for additional inf ormation! Supporting Your Child In English Language Arts Training Wednesda y\, March 20\, 2019 from 1 PM to 3 PM At Educational Media Center 720 East Plaquemine Street Jennings\, LA 70546 Training Goals: Discuss strategies you can use at home to support your child's literacy Consider possible que stions to ask during school conferences to: Learn more about the areas whe re your child may be struggling\, the instruction your child may be receiv ing. how you can monitor your child's progress. Understand Louisiana's vis ion for all students. Thanks to a generous donation from Bubba Oustalet in Jennings\, every family that attends will receive a free book! Space is l imited so please click on the link below to register today! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Is your child with a disability strugglin g with English Language Arts? \; If so you are invited to a training c alled 'Supporting Your Child In English Language Arts' in Jennings\, LA!&n bsp\; See below for additional information!

Supporting Your Chi ld In English Language Arts Training
Wednesday\, March 20\, 2019
from 1 PM to 3 PM
At Educational Media Center

720 \; East Plaquemine Street
Jennings\, LA 70546

T raining Goals:

Discuss strategies you can use at home to support your child's literacy

Consider possible questions to ask during school conferences to:

Learn more about the areas where your child may be struggling\,

the instruction your child may b e receiving.

how you can monitor your child's progress.
Understand Louisiana's vision for all students.

Thanks to a generous donation from Bubba Oustalet in Jennings\, ev ery family that \;attends will receive a free book!

Space is limited so please click on the link below to register t oday!
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190306T1521500Z-583899-589@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190912T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190912T123000 SUMMARY:ICSHRM: Labor Law Summit DESCRIPTION:Join Stockwell Sievert Law Firm attorneys\, Brian L. Coody and Ross M. Raley\, and Ford Darger\, Regional ERISA Counsel for USI Southwest \, as they share their perspectives on several important legal topics affe cting the workplace: how to handle harassment in the workplace\; current a nd potential compliance issues related to employee benefit plans\; and rec ent updates to employment and labor laws. 8:00 - 8:30 a.m. Check-in and Co ntinental Breakfast 8:30 - 9:45 a.m. Session 1: Dealing with Harassment in the Workplace presented by Ross M. Raley\, JD\, MBA 10:00 - 11:15 a.m.   Session 2: Building a House with a Changing Blueprint: How Legislation\, R egulation\, Court Decisions\, and Political Winds Make Constructing Employ ee Benefit Plans Difficult presented by Ford Darger\, JD 11:30 a.m. - 12:3 0 p.m. Session 3: Employment and Labor Law Updates presented by Brian L. C oody\, JD Register Now! Imperial Calcasieu Society for Human Resource Mana gement imperialcalcasieushrm@gmail.com 337-263-1355 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join Stockwell Sievert Law Firm attorneys\, Brian L. Coody and Ross M. Raley\, and Ford Darger\, Regional ERISA Couns el for USI Southwest\, as they share their perspectives on several importa nt legal topics affecting the workplace: how to handle harassment in the w orkplace\; current and potential compliance issues related to employee ben efit plans\; and recent updates to employment and labor laws.

8:00 - 8:30 a.m. Check-in and Continental Breakfast

8:30 - 9:45 a.m. S ession 1: Dealing with Harassment in the Workplace presented by Ross M. Ra ley\, JD\, MBA

10:00 - 11:15 a.m. \; \; Session 2: Buildin g a House with a Changing Blueprint: How Legislation\, Regulation\, Court Decisions\, and Political Winds Make Constructing Employee Benefit Plans D ifficult presented by Ford Darger\, JD

11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Ses sion 3: Employment and Labor Law Updates presented by Brian L. Coody\, JD< /p>
Register Now!

Imperial Calcasieu Society for Human Resource Management

imperialcalcasieushrm@gmail.com

337-263-1355
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20190911T1617360Z-583899-896@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190926T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190926T183000 SUMMARY:Concussion in Youth Sports DESCRIPTION:Dr. Sarah Clevenger\, physical medicine and rehabilitation spec ialist\, and Dr. Alex Anderson\, primary care sports medicine specialist\, will be the presenters at a FREE community seminar\, “Heads Up! Concussio n in Youth Sports\,” hosted by Center for Orthopaedics. The seminar will t ake place on Thursday\, September 26\, at 5:30 pm\, in the group’s Lake Ch arles office\, located at 1747 Imperial Blvd.   The risk of concussion dur ing youth sports is an obvious concern for parents. The long-term effects of repeated head trauma throughout multiple years of sports participation has frequently been in the news in recent years\, and medical understandin g of concussion continues to evolve. Dr. Clevenger and Dr. Anderson will p rovide a comprehensive overview of the topic\, focused on awareness\, prev ention and treatment. They’ll specifically address: Prevention and risk fa ctors Recognizing signs and symptoms Effect on the brain when a concussion occurs Treatment Risks of returning to sport too quickly Guidelines for s afe return to play Parents\, players\, coaches and trainers are invited to attend the seminar. Seating is limited and pre-registration is requested. Refreshments will be served. Call 721-2903 or register online at CenterF orOrtho.com.   X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Dr. Sarah Clevenger\, physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist\, and Dr. Alex Anderson\, primary care sports m edicine specialist\, will be the presenters at a FREE community seminar\, &ldquo\;Heads Up! Concussion in Youth Sports\,&rdquo\; ho sted by Center for Orthopaedics. The seminar will take place on Thursday\, September 26\, at 5:30 pm\, in the group&rsquo\;s Lake Charles office\, l ocated at 1747 Imperial Blvd. \; \;

The risk of concussion during youth sports is an obvious concern for parents. The long-term effe cts of repeated head trauma throughout multiple years of sports participat ion has frequently been in the news in recent years\, and medical understa nding of concussion continues to evolve. Dr. Clevenger and Dr. Anderson wi ll provide a comprehensive overview of the topic\, focused on awareness\, prevention and treatment. They&rsquo\;ll specifically address:

Prevention and risk factors

Recognizing signs and symptoms
Effect on the brain when a concussion occurs

Treatment< /li>
Risks of returning to sport too quickly

Guidelines for safe return to play

Parents\, players\, coaches and train ers are invited to attend the seminar. Seating is limited and pre-registra tion is requested. \; Refreshments will be served. Call 721-2903 or re gister online at CenterForOrtho.com. \; \;
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Center for Orthopaedics UID:20190916T1317090Z-583899-907@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191017T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191017T200000 SUMMARY:McNeese State University Homecoming Parade DESCRIPTION:The homecoming parade is scheduled to roll down Ryan Street at 7 p.m. Thursday\, Oct. 17\, and this year’s theme is “Area 337.” The Cowbo ys are playing the Houston Baptist Huskies for homecoming at 4 p.m. Oct. 1 9 in Cowboy Stadium. For more information about the parade\, community org anizations can contact the McNeese Office of Student Services at 475-5609 . X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The homecoming parade is scheduled to roll down Ryan Street at 7 p.m. Thursday\, Oct. 17\, and \;this year&rsquo\ ;s theme is &ldquo\;Area 337.&rdquo\;

The Cowboys are playin g the Houston Baptist Huskies for homecoming at 4 p.m. Oct. 19 in \;Co wboy Stadium.

For more information about the parade\, commun ity organizations can contact the \; McNeese \;Office of Student S ervices at 475-5609.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Ryan Street\, Lake Charles UID:20190912T2107280Z-583899-900@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190913T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190913T210000 SUMMARY:Lake Charles Little Theater: Noises Off! RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;COUNT=17 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20190916T190000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20190917T190000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20190918T190000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20190919T190000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20190923T190000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20190924T190000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20190925T190000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20190926T190000 DESCRIPTION:The opening show of our 93rd Season! Noises Off was the first p roduction in the current location of 813 Enterprise Blvd. The show is dire cted by Brett Downer\, whom was the journalist at the American Press in 19 86 that wrote the newspaper article for the production. Enjoy this farcica l English comedy where all 8 doors on the set (and the window also) get an extreme work-out during the 'final rehearsal' Act 1\, '2nd week of produc tion' Act 2\, and 'final performance' Act 3 of the play Noise On. The dire ctor (Lloyd) is intimately involved with several cast members and is const antly juggling the consequences of his bad choices. An over analytical cha racter and one that can't quite express his thoughts contribute to the hum or that has entertained audiences worldwide. Cast members: Michael Davis a s Garry\; Rebecca Harris as Vicki\; Angela Martin as Poppy\; Cary Martin a s Frederick\; Paula McCain as Dotty\; Heather Partin as Belinda\; Cameron Scallan as Tim\; Gary Shannon as Selsdon\; Greg Stratton as Lloyd Performa nces on September 13\, 14\, 15\, 20\, 21\, 22\, 27\, 28\, 29. Performances on Fridays and Saturdays at 7:00 pm Performances on Sundays at 2:00 pm Ad ults: $18 Seniors: $12 Students: $10 Tickets available at www.thel clt.com. Boxoffice # 337-433-7988 (leave message) X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The opening show of our 93rd Season! Noises Off was the first production in the current location of 813 Enterprise Bl vd. The show is directed by Brett Downer\, whom was the journalist at the American Press in 1986 that wrote the newspaper article for the production .

Enjoy this farcical English comedy where all 8 doors on th e set (and the window also) get an extreme work-out during the 'final rehe arsal' Act 1\, '2nd week of production' Act 2\, and 'final performance' Ac t 3 of the play Noise On. The director (Lloyd) is intimately involved with several cast members and is constantly juggling the consequences of his b ad choices. An over analytical character and one that can't quite express his thoughts contribute to the humor that has entertained audiences worldw ide.

Cast members: Michael Davis as Garry\; Rebecca Harris a s Vicki\; Angela Martin as Poppy\; Cary Martin as Frederick\; Paula McCain as Dotty\; Heather Partin as Belinda\; Cameron Scallan as Tim\; Gary Shan non as Selsdon\; Greg Stratton as Lloyd

Performances on Septemb er 13\, 14\, 15\, 20\, 21\, 22\, 27\, 28\, 29.
Performances on Friday s and Saturdays at 7:00 pm
Performances on Sundays at 2:00 pm
Adults: $18 \; \;Seniors: $12 \; \; \;Student s: $10

Tickets available at \;www.thelclt.com. Boxoffice # 337-4 33-7988 (leave message)
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lake Charles Little Theater UID:20190912T2110260Z-583899-901@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190925T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190925T120000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families: IEP Bootcamp DESCRIPTION:You're invited to a free workshop for parents of children and y outh with disabilities and for professionals called IEP Boot Camp! It wil l be held on Wednesday\, September 25\, 2019 from 10 AM to 12:00 PM at the Beauregard War Memorial Civic Center\, 250 West 7th Street\, DeRidder\, L A 70634. IEP Boot Camp Workshop will discuss the process for IEP meeti ngs and how parents can participate in the IEP process to help their child with their educational needs. - If you can please remember to bring yo ur child's current IEP. You may want to refer to it during this workshop. The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) outlines a proce ss for IEP meetings\; although IEP services are individualized for each ch ild\; the IEP process should be routine and predictable so parents can lea rn to participate. If your child qualifies for special education\, you ne ed Boot Camp! Why? IEP Boot Camp is a place where everybody gets the same basic instruction and information. You will learn to: be a part of deve loping your child's education program\; know what services to ask for\; as k confidently for services your child needs To register\, click here. For more information\, contact Mylinda Elliott at info@fhfswla.org or (337) 43 6-2570. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
You're invited to \;a \;free work shop \;for parents of children and youth \;with disabilities and f or professionals called \;IEP Boot Camp! \;It will be held on Wed nesday\, September 25\, 2019 from 10 AM to 12:00 PM at the Beauregard War Memorial Civic Center\, 250 West 7th Street\, DeRidder\, LA 70634. \;

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IEP Boot Camp Workshop will discuss the p rocess for IEP meetings and how parents can participate in the IEP process to help their child with their educational needs.
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\;- If you can please remember to bring your child's current IEP. \; You may want to refer to it during this workshop.

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The Individuals wit h Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) outlines a \;process for IEP meeti ngs\; although IEP services are individualized for each child\; the IEP pr ocess should be routine and predictable so parents can learn to participat e. \; If your child qualifies for special education\, you need Boot Ca mp! \; Why? \;IEP Boot Camp is a place where everybody gets the sa me basic instruction and information.

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You will learn to:

be a part of developing your child's educa tion program\;

know what services to ask for\;

ask con fidently for services your child needs

To register\, click here.

For more information\, contact Mylinda Elliott at info@fhfswla.org or (337) 436-2570.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Beauregard War Memorial Civic Center UID:20190912T2103270Z-583899-899@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190601 SUMMARY:Summer Health Tips from Healthy Size DESCRIPTION:Drink Water Eat Fresh Tranform Activies into Exercise Modify Yo ur Lifestyle Sleep Well Stay Cool Disconnect Click here for the full flyer ! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

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Modify Your Lifestyle

Sleep Well

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CATEGORIES:Self Improvement LOCATION:Healthy Size UID:20190610T1506290Z-583899-771@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190316T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190316T210000 SUMMARY:Jazz 'N Bossa DESCRIPTION:Join us for a night of Jazz and Bossa Nova starring jazz clarin et player\, the Great Ken Peplowski\, Chuck Redd on Vibes\, vocalist Leif Pedersen (previously of the Tommy Dorsey Band)\, pianist John Mahoney\, ba ssist Ed Wise and special guest\, Brazilian Jazz Guitar sensation\, Diego Figueiredo! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Join us for a night of Jazz and Bossa Nova starring jazz clarinet pla yer\, the Great Ken Peplowski\, Chuck Redd on Vibes\, vocalist Leif Peders en (previously of the Tommy Dorsey Band)\, pianist John Mahoney\, bassist Ed Wise and special guest\, Brazilian Jazz Guitar sensation\, Diego Figuei redo!

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Freedom Brass\, the brass ensemble of the United States Air Force Ban d of the West\, is comprised of two trumpets\, French horn\, trombone\, tu ba\, and percussion and is dedicated to presenting to its audiences the to tal spectrum of today's musical literature with a repetoire spanning over five centuries.

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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:https://tickets.vendini.com/ticket-software.html?t=tix&w=819e855fa c0db98363b907381d392b31&vqitq=269df732-1a1e-403d-9369- UID:20190211T1601440Z-583899-528@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190326T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190326T210000 SUMMARY:Red Hot Chilli PIPERS DESCRIPTION:Red Hot Chilli Pipers\, the most famous BAGPIPE band on the pla net\, will knock you out with bagpipes with an attitude\, drums with a Sco ttish accent\, and an award winning Bagrock show so hot it comes with its own health warning. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Red Hot Chilli Pipers\, the most famous BAGPIPE band on the planet\, will knock you out with bagpipes with an attitude\, drums with a Scottish accent\, and an award winning Bagrock show so hot it comes with its own he alth warning.

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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:https://tickets.vendini.com/ticket-software.html?t=tix&w=819e855fa c0db98363b907381d392b31&vqitq=269df732-1a1e-403d-9369- UID:20190211T1602430Z-583899-529@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190211T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190211T210000 SUMMARY:Ilse N. Bulhof Lecture: “The Tree Between Heaven & Earth” DESCRIPTION:Ilse N. Bulhof was an internationally acclaimed academic\, phil osopher\, and bestselling author who combined the fields of history and ph ilosophy in an interdisciplinary way which gripped her readers. Join her s on\, McNeese's own Johannes Bulhof\, for this lecture about her life and w orks. Free admission. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Ilse N. Bulhof was an internationally acclaimed academic\, philosophe r\, and bestselling author who combined the fields of history and philosop hy in an interdisciplinary way which gripped her readers. Join her son\, M cNeese's own Johannes Bulhof\, for this lecture about her life and works. Free admission.

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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:https://tickets.vendini.com/ticket-software.html?t=tix&w=819e855fa c0db98363b907381d392b31&vqitq=269df732-1a1e-403d-9369- UID:20190211T1550500Z-583899-525@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210326T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210326T130000 SUMMARY:Barriers to Women's Sexual Health & How Your Doctor Can Help DESCRIPTION:This seminar will held on Lake Charles Memorial Health System's Facebook page and website. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
This seminar will held on Lake Char les Memorial Health System's Facebook page and website.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20210324T1349260Z-583899-1153@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200106T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200106T120000 SUMMARY:Ceramic Birdhouses and Crafts DESCRIPTION:Paint a snowy ceramic birdhouse in the ArtSpace workshop. Class es begin at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. and are limited to 20 children\, ages 4 an d up. We will also have winter craft projects in the ArtSpace from 1:30-3 p.m. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Paint a snowy ceramic birdhouse in the ArtS pace workshop. Classes begin at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. and are limited to 20 children\, ages 4 and up. We will also have winter craft projects in the A rtSpace from 1:30-3 p.m.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20200102T2046510Z-583899-1027@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200111T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200111T123000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: 2nd Saturday Science Show DESCRIPTION:Sasol continues its 5S Project with “Liquid Nitrogen” at 11:30 a.m. Presenters Kyle Brunner and Craig Mercy will have several hands-on de monstrations that involve freezing objects and pressure. Third floor exhib its will be closed during this program. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Sasol continues its 5S Project with &ldquo\ ;Liquid Nitrogen&rdquo\; at 11:30 a.m. Presenters Kyle Brunner and Craig M ercy will have several hands-on demonstrations that involve freezing objec ts and pressure. Third floor exhibits will be closed during this program.< /p> CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20200102T2047330Z-583899-1028@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200122T220000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200123T040000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: 'Beautiful Together' DESCRIPTION:To remember Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr.\, we are making a coll aborative piece\, “Beautiful Together\,” using our hands. Stop by the ArtS pace from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. to trace and decorate your handprint to add! It w ill be displayed in the museum when it is completed. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
To remember Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr.\, we are making a collaborative piece\, &ldquo\;Beautiful Together\,&rdquo\; using our hands. Stop by the ArtSpace from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. to trace and de corate your handprint to add! It will be displayed in the museum when it i s completed.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20200102T2049010Z-583899-1030@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200113T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200113T113000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Toddler Play DESCRIPTION:Purple\, Yellow and Green! Join us from 10:30-11 a.m. with your 1-4 year old. We will explore the colors of Mardi Gras and finger paint a king cake! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Purple\, Yellow and Green! Join us from 10: 30-11 a.m. with your 1-4 year old. We will explore the colors of Mardi Gra s and finger paint a king cake!
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20200102T2051050Z-583899-1029@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190317T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190317T160000 SUMMARY:A Celtic Pilgrimage with John O'Donohue DESCRIPTION:This documentary featuring the inspirational Irish poet\, philo sopher and theologian\, John O'Donohue will be introduced with personal an ecdotes to help set the stage. Come immerse yourself in some Irish splendo r to celebrate St. Patrick's day and stay after for a QnA session. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

This documentary featuring the inspirational Irish poet\, philosopher and theologian\, John O'Donohue will be introduced with personal anecdote s to help set the stage. Come immerse yourself in some Irish splendor to c elebrate St. Patrick's day and stay after for a QnA session.

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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:https://tickets.vendini.com/ticket-software.html?t=tix&w=819e855fa c0db98363b907381d392b31&vqitq=269df732-1a1e-403d-9369- UID:20190211T1600570Z-583899-527@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200127T230000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200128T010000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: Tinker Tray Snowflakes & Homeschool Day DESCRIPTION:Join us in the ArtSpace from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. and make a snowfla ke using materials found in our tinker tray. If you are homeschooling\, jo in us from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. for a chance to interact with others doing the s ame. Admission is $6.50 per person for homeschooling families. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join us in the ArtSpace from 11 a.m.-12 p.m . and make a snowflake using materials found in our tinker tray. If you ar e homeschooling\, join us from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. for a chance to interact wit h others doing the same. Admission is $6.50 per person for homeschooling f amilies.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20200102T2049580Z-583899-1031@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191108T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191108T140000 SUMMARY:Lake Charles Little Theater: Taming of the Shrew RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;COUNT=17 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20191111T130000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20191112T130000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20191113T130000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20191114T130000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20191118T130000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20191119T130000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20191120T130000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20191121T130000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20191108T130000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20191109T130000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20191110T130000 EXDATE;TZID=America/Chicago:20191123T130000 DESCRIPTION:Tickets for this Shakespeare classic are currently available! T he main plot depicts the courtship of Petruchio and Katherina\, the headst rong\, obdurate shrew. Initially\, Katherina is an unwilling participant i n the relationship\; however\, Petruchio 'tames' her with various psycholo gical torments\, such as keeping her from eating and drinking\, until she becomes a desirable\, compliant\, and obedient bride. The subplotfeatures a competition between the suitors of Katherina's younger sister\, Bianca\, who is seen as the 'ideal' woman. Dates are 11/8\, 11/9\, 11/10\, 11/15\, 11/16\, 11/17\, 11/22\, 11/23\, and 11/24. Times are 7 p.m. on Friday & S aturday and 2 p.m. on Sunday. Click here for more information and to order tickets. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Tickets for this Shakespeare classic are cu rrently available!

The main plot depicts the courtship of Petruchio and Katherina\, the headstrong\, obdurate shrew. Initially\, Katherina is an unwilling participant in the relationship\; however\, Pet ruchio 'tames' her with various psychological torments\, such as keeping h er from eating and drinking\, until she becomes a desirable\, compliant\, and obedient bride. The subplotfeatures a competition between the suitors of Katherina's younger sister\, Bianca\, who is seen as the 'ideal' woman.

Dates are 11/8\, 11/9\, 11/10\, 11/15\, 11/16\, 11/17\, 11/22\, 1 1/23\, and 11/24.

Times are 7 p.m. on Friday &\; Saturday and 2 p.m. on Sunday.

Click here for more information and to order tickets.
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CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lake Charles Little Theater UID:20191015T1858560Z-583899-953@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181221T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181221T200000 SUMMARY: Randy L. Partin Attachments 9:35 AM (3 hours a go) to American\, Thrive\, Lagniappe\, Jambalaya\, Arts\, KPLC\, Cumulus\, me\, KBYS\, Olivia\, Lauren\, Amos America's Got Talent Semi-finalist\, Christina Wells and Lake Charles native Alli Villines Host Concert DESCRIPTION:America's Got Talent Semi-finalist\, Christina Wells and Lake C harles native Alli Villines in a special concert on Friday\, December 21st \, 7:00 pm. They will be introducing their new Christmas album and sharing original arrangements and compositions of classical Christmas songs. This will be a fun evening for the entire family! Adults $15 Seniors (65+) $ 10 Students $5 Tickets available online at www.thelclt.com or 337-433-7 988 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
America's Got Talent Semi-finalist\, Christ ina Wells and Lake Charles native Alli Villines in a special concert on Fr iday\, December 21st\, 7:00 pm.
They will be introducing their new Ch ristmas album and sharing original arrangements and compositions of classi cal Christmas songs.
This will be a fun evening for the entire family !

Adults $15 \; \;Seniors (65+) $10 \; \;Stu dents $5

Tickets available online at \;www.thelclt. com \;or 337-433-7988
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lake Charles Little Theater UID:20181218T1846120Z-583899-465@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190329T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190329T200000 SUMMARY:Peter Gros from the Original Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom DESCRIPTION:Peter Gros has nearly 30 years of field experience with wildlif e. His life is dedicated to inspiring young people to care about wildlife and wild places. His goal is to share his passion for the natural world wi th young people across the planet\, inspiring them to protect animals both locally and globally. Gros says we need to continue to deliver a powerful message about how each of us can make a daily difference in preserving ou r natural world. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Peter Gros has nearly 30 years of field experience with wildlife. His life is dedicated to inspiring young people to care about wildlife and wi ld places. His goal is to share his passion for the natural world with you ng people across the planet\, inspiring them to protect animals both local ly and globally. Gros says we need to continue to deliver a powerful messa ge about how each of us can make a daily difference in preserving our natu ral world.

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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:https://tickets.vendini.com/ticket-software.html?t=tix&w=819e855fa c0db98363b907381d392b31&vqitq=269df732-1a1e-403d-9369- UID:20190211T1609510Z-583899-530@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190917T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190917T150000 SUMMARY:EarlySteps Family Orientation Workshop DESCRIPTION:EarlySteps and Families Helping Families of SWLA would like to invite you to attend an 'EarlySteps Family Orientation Workshop' on Tuesda y\, September 17\, 2019 from 1 PM to 3 PM at Families Helping Families of SWLA.    This workshop will share information on what every parent needs t o know about how to help you and your child get the most out of EarlySteps services. Join China Guillory\, EarlySteps Community Outreach Specialis t\, as she walks you through the process of getting services from EarlySte ps. Learn about EarlySteps and what services are offered. Snacks provided ! MUST REGISTER to Attend! - Limited Seating! Contact info@fhfswla.org or (337) 436-2570. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
EarlySteps and Families Helping Families of SWLA would like to invite you to attend an 'EarlySteps Family Orientati on Workshop' on Tuesday\, September 17\, 2019 from 1 PM to 3 PM at Familie s Helping Families of SWLA.

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This workshop will share information on what every pare nt needs to know about how to help you and your child get the most out of EarlySteps services. \;

Join China Guillory\, EarlySteps C ommunity Outreach Specialist\, as she walks you through the process of get ting services from EarlySteps. \;Learn about EarlySteps and what serv ices are offered.

Snacks provided!

MUST \;REGISTER to Attend! - Limited Seating! Contact \ ;

inf o@fhfswla.org \;or (337) 436-2570.

CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Families Helping Families UID:20190821T1750290Z-583899-888@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190921T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190921T103000 SUMMARY:Beach Sweep and Inland Waterway Cleanup Planned for Lake Charles DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles and Team Green will host their annual Beach Sweep and Inland Waterway Cleanup on Saturday\, September 21\, from 8 a.m. to noon. Held on the third Saturday of September each year\, Beach Sweep and Inland Waterway Cleanup is held in conjunction with the Ocean C onservancy’s International Coastal Cleanup. Volunteers will meet at 7:30 a.m. in the parking lot on the west side of the old Harrah’s parking garag e for a pre-event briefing. Following the briefing\, from 8 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.\, volunteers will collect trash and record their collections with da ta cards. From 11 a.m. to noon\, there will be an event wrap-up with comme nts from Mayor Nic Hunter\, including awards presentations\, and refreshme nts. “Team Green is asking for volunteer groups\, service clubs\, and fam ilies who will commit to helping cleanup one of our area’s beaches\, shore lines\, boat launches\, or inland waterways in order to keep it beautiful and environmentally safe\,” said Mason Lindsay\, Keep Greater Lake Charles Beautiful volunteer coordinator. Waste Management will provide trash rec eptacles on the west side of the old Harrah’s parking garage to bring the trash that will be collected that morning. For additional information or t o register to volunteer\, contact Rebecca Thibodeaux at 491-1481\, rebecca .thibodeaux@cityoflc.usor Alisa Stevens at 337-491-1465. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles and Team Green wil l host their annual Beach Sweep and Inland Waterway Cleanup on Saturday\, September 21\, from 8 a.m. to noon. \;

Held on the third Satur day of September each year\, Beach Sweep and Inland Waterway Cleanup is he ld in conjunction with the Ocean Conservancy&rsquo\;s International Coasta l Cleanup. \;

Volunteers will meet at 7:30 a.m. in the parking lot on the west side of the old Harrah&rsquo\;s parking garage for a pre- event briefing. \; Following the briefing\, from 8 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.\ , volunteers will collect trash and record their collections with data car ds. From 11 a.m. to noon\, there will be an event wrap-up with comments fr om Mayor Nic Hunter\, including awards presentations\, and refreshments.&n bsp\;

&ldquo\;Team Green is asking for volunteer groups\, service clubs\, and families who will commit to helping cleanup one of our area&rs quo\;s beaches\, shorelines\, boat launches\, or inland waterways in order to keep it beautiful and environmentally safe\,&rdquo\; said Mason Lindsa y\, Keep Greater Lake Charles Beautiful volunteer coordinator. \;

Waste Management will provide trash receptacles on the west side of th e old Harrah&rsquo\;s parking garage to bring the trash that will be colle cted that morning. For additional information or to register to volunteer\ , contact Rebecca Thibodeaux at 491-1481\, \;rebecca.thibodeaux@cityoflc.usor Alisa Stevens at 337-491-1465.
CATEGORIES:Outdoors LOCATION:Harrah's Parking Garage UID:20190912T2111570Z-583899-902@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190926T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190926T200000 SUMMARY:Angels Host Entrepreneurial Forum & Investor Meeting DESCRIPTION:NEURORESCUE presents the Therapeutic Temperature Management Col lar to treat stroke\, traumatic brain injury\, cardiac arrest and massive blood loss. The collar enables paramedics to initiate safe and effective c ooling or warming in the field while also eliminating negative side effect s that cause longer recovery and cost health care providers $1 Billion ann ually. Presenters: Robert Maher &\; Brittany Soeder\, Co-Founders Thurs day Evening\, September 26\, 2019 The S E E D Center\, 2 nd Floor Conferen ce Room\, 4310 Ryan Street\, Lake Charles\, Louisiana 70601 Please join us in building a Start-up Community and encouraging Entrepreneurial Ventures in Southwest Louisiana. Networking and Hors D’oeuvres: 6 p.m. Program/Pre sentations: 7 p.m. R. S. V. P. Not later than September 25\, 2019\, to Ron McGinley\, macfhion@gmail.com or Office Phone (337) 562-4903 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
NEURORESCUE presents the Therapeutic Temper ature Management
Collar to treat stroke\, traumatic brain injury\, ca rdiac arrest and
massive blood loss. The collar enables paramedics to initiate safe and
effective cooling or warming in the field while al so eliminating
negative side effects that cause longer recovery and c ost health care
providers $1 Billion annually.

Presenters: Ro bert Maher &\;amp\; Brittany Soeder\, Co-Founders

Thursda y Evening\, September 26\, 2019

The S E E D Center\, 2 nd Fl oor Conference Room\,
4310 Ryan Street\, Lake Charles\, Louisiana 706 01

Please join us in building a Start-up Community and encou raging
Entrepreneurial Ventures in Southwest Louisiana.

Networking and Hors D&rsquo\;oeuvres: 6 p.m.
Program/Presentations: 7 p.m.

R. S. V. P. Not later than September 25\, 2019\, to&n bsp\;Ron McGinley\, macfhion@gmail.com
or Office Phone (337) 562-4903
CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20190912T2114450Z-583899-904@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200311T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200311T130000 SUMMARY:All About Tests & Assessments Webinar DESCRIPTION: This webinar will talk All About Assessments and Testing. It will answer some frequently asked questions regarding assessments and test ing\, when to have your child evaluated and interpreting those assessment results. This FREE webinar is for Parents\, Caregivers\, and Professiona ls of School-Aged Children/Students with Disabilities! Click here to regis ter for Webinar All About Test & Assessments! Click here for Event Flyer! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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This webinar will talk All About Assessments and Test ing. It will answer some frequently asked questions regarding assessments and testing\, when to have your child evaluated and interpreting those ass essment results.

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This FREE webinar is for Parents\, Caregivers\, and Professi onals of School-Aged Children/Students with Disabilities!

Click here to register for Webinar All About Test &\; Assessments!< /a>

Click here for Event Flyer!
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20200309T1242340Z-583899-1088@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190226T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190226T120000 SUMMARY:Acumen Self-Direction Town Hall Training DESCRIPTION:Acumen Self-Direction Town Hall Training Session Presenter: Eli zabeth Kiefer – Program Manager-Acumen Ms. Kiefer will listen to people's feedback about their experiences with Acumen & provide training on the Web Time Entry System (DCI) Note: For parents of children with disabilities & individuals with disabilities who are currently enrolled in Self-Direction ! Link to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/town-hall-training-sessio nlake-charles-la-tickets-55302560447 Tuesday\, February 26\, 2019 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Families Helping Families of SWLA 2927 Hodges Street\, Lake Ch arles\, LA Contact Carla Chenier at (337) 436-2570 or 1-800-894-6558 or in fo@fhfswla.org for more information! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Acumen Self-Direction Town Hall Training Se ssion

Presenter: Elizabeth Kiefer &ndash\; Program Manager-Acumen< /p>
Ms. Kiefer will listen to people's feedback about their experience s with Acumen &\; provide training on the WebTime Entry System (DCI)

Note: For parents of children with disabilities &\; individuals w ith disabilities who are currently enrolled in Self-Direction!

Lin k to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/town-hall-training-sessionlake -charles-la-tickets-55302560447

Tuesday\, February 26\, 2019

10:00 AM &ndash\; 12:00 PM

Families Helping Families of SWLA 29 27 Hodges Street\, Lake Charles\, LA

Contact Carla Chenier at (337 ) 436-2570 or 1-800-894-6558 or info@fhfswla.org for more information!
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Families Helping Families UID:20190221T1532290Z-583899-552@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190417T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190417T200000 SUMMARY:6 Guitars DESCRIPTION:6 Guitars is a pitch perfect blend of music\, comedy\, and char acters. Chase Padgett delivers a virtuosic performance as he becomes 6 dif ferent guitar players each with their own distinct voice\, views\, and mus ical style (Blues\, Jazz\, Rock\, Classical\, Folk\, and Country). MEMBER REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR THIS EVENT. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

6 Guitars is a pitch perfect blend of music\, comedy\, and characters . Chase Padgett delivers a virtuosic performance as he becomes 6 different guitar players each with their own distinct voice\, views\, and musical s tyle (Blues\, Jazz\, Rock\, Classical\, Folk\, and Country). MEMBER REGIST RATION IS REQUIRED FOR THIS EVENT.

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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:https://tickets.vendini.com/ticket-software.html?t=tix&w=819e855fa c0db98363b907381d392b31&vqitq=269df732-1a1e-403d-9369- UID:20190211T1621580Z-583899-537@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190409T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190409T200000 SUMMARY:Unthinkable: Inside Criminal Minds lecture DESCRIPTION:What turns a normal human being into a violent monster? How do these predators then select their victims? Take a tour of the dark side of our society in this informative and possibly even lifesaving lecture led by career mental health provider and former decorated law enforcement agen t\, William Aprill. This event is free and open to the public. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

What turns a normal human being into a violent monster? How do these predators then select their victims? Take a tour of the dark side of our s ociety in this informative and possibly even lifesaving lecture led by car eer mental health provider and former decorated law enforcement agent\, Wi lliam Aprill. This event is free and open to the public.

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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:https://tickets.vendini.com/ticket-software.html?t=tix&w=819e855fa c0db98363b907381d392b31&vqitq=269df732-1a1e-403d-9369- UID:20190211T1614570Z-583899-534@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190415T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190415T200000 SUMMARY:The Americans DESCRIPTION:T Bone Burnett calls The Americans 'Genius twenty-first century musicians that are reinventing American heritage music for this century.' This lecture/performance hybrid treats you to an evening of stunning acou stics and deep knowledge on the pre-war recording era. The Americans have performed along-side Nick Cave\, Lucinda Williams and Ryan Bingham\, they' ve performed on the Late Show with David Letterman and even played the fir st song at Reese Witherspoon's wedding. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

T Bone Burnett calls The Americans 'Genius twenty-first century music ians that are reinventing American heritage music for this century.' This lecture/performance hybrid treats you to an evening of stunning acoustics and deep knowledge on the pre-war recording era. The Americans have perfor med along-side Nick Cave\, Lucinda Williams and Ryan Bingham\, they've per formed on the Late Show with David Letterman and even played the first son g at Reese Witherspoon's wedding.

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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:https://tickets.vendini.com/ticket-software.html?t=tix&w=819e855fa c0db98363b907381d392b31&vqitq=269df732-1a1e-403d-9369- UID:20190211T1619100Z-583899-536@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190331T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190331T160000 SUMMARY:Abdullah Ibrahim: A Struggle for Love DESCRIPTION:This documentary by filmmaker Ciro Cappellari weaves a tale chr onicling the life and works of Abdullah Ibrahim. Ibrahim\, scheduled to re ceive the nation's highest honor for Jazz musicianship this year\, is a pi anist\, composer\, warrior against Apartheid and successor of Duke Ellingt on. Let this documentary deepen your reverence for one of the greatest liv ing jazz musicians. This screening is free to the public\, no tickets requ ired. (Don't wait to purchase your tickets to see Abdullah live with his s taggeringly talented band\, Ekaya\, on April 6th!) X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

This documentary by filmmaker Ciro Cappellari weaves a tale chronicli ng the life and works of Abdullah Ibrahim. Ibrahim\, scheduled to receive the nation's highest honor for Jazz musicianship this year\, is a pianist\ , composer\, warrior against Apartheid and successor of Duke Ellington. Le t this documentary deepen your reverence for one of the greatest living ja zz musicians. This screening is free to the public\, no tickets required. (Don't wait to purchase your tickets to see Abdullah live with his stagger ingly talented band\, Ekaya\, on April 6th!)

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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:https://tickets.vendini.com/ticket-software.html?t=tix&w=819e855fa c0db98363b907381d392b31&vqitq=269df732-1a1e-403d-9369- UID:20190211T1610400Z-583899-531@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190406T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190406T200000 SUMMARY:Jazz Master Abdullah Ibrahim DESCRIPTION:Abdullah Ibrahim\, South Africa's most distinguished pianist\, composer and world-renowned musician\, will grace our Banners stage the ve ry month the National Endowment for the Arts is scheduled to name him Jazz Master of the year. Called 'South Africa's Mozart' by Nelson Mandela\, Ib rahim was discovered by and partnered with Duke Ellington. Don't miss out on the musical stylings of this international Jazz legend and his acclaime d band\, Ekaya. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Abdullah Ibrahim\, South Africa's most distinguished pianist\, compos er and world-renowned musician\, will grace our Banners stage the very mon th the National Endowment for the Arts is scheduled to name him Jazz Maste r of the year. Called 'South Africa's Mozart' by Nelson Mandela\, Ibrahim was discovered by and partnered with Duke Ellington. Don't miss out on the musical stylings of this international Jazz legend and his acclaimed band \, Ekaya.

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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:https://tickets.vendini.com/ticket-software.html?t=tix&w=819e855fa c0db98363b907381d392b31&vqitq=269df732-1a1e-403d-9369- UID:20190211T1613590Z-583899-533@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190401T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190401T210000 SUMMARY:Puddles Pity Party DESCRIPTION:Banners at McNeese is pleased to present the ‘Sad Clown with th e Golden Voice’. Deemed “Pagliacci by way of Pee-Wee Herman and David Lync h”\, Puddles Pity Party is an internationally acclaimed powerhouse who mix es virtuosic vocals with a soaring achy heart and a brilliant sense of the absurd as he breaks the fourth wall and draws his audiences into the acti on. Limited seating available\, ALL tickets $20. This show will likely sel l out\, please purchase in advance. MEMBER REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR TH IS EVENT. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Banners at McNeese is pleased to present the &lsquo\;Sad Clown with t he Golden Voice&rsquo\;. Deemed &ldquo\;Pagliacci by way of Pee-Wee Herman and David Lynch&rdquo\;\, Puddles Pity Party is an internationally acclai med powerhouse who mixes virtuosic vocals with a soaring achy heart and a brilliant sense of the absurd as he breaks the fourth wall and draws his a udiences into the action. Limited seating available\, ALL tickets $20. Thi s show will likely sell out\, please purchase in advance. MEMBER REGISTRAT ION IS REQUIRED FOR THIS EVENT.

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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:https://tickets.vendini.com/ticket-software.html?t=tix&w=819e855fa c0db98363b907381d392b31&vqitq=269df732-1a1e-403d-9369- UID:20190211T1613180Z-583899-532@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181213T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181213T183000 SUMMARY:Fight the Flu! DESCRIPTION: In an effort to 'Fight the FLU' the office of public health w ill be hosting a FLU clinic on Thursday\, December 13\, 2018 from 2:00 P.M . to 6:30 P.M. at health units in our region. The vaccine will be at no out of pocket cost to the individual\, if they have Medicaid\, Medicare o r private insurance\, we will bill those entities. Additional informa tion regarding this event\, how to prevent the Flu and the Office of Publi c Health's efforts to prevent the Flu can be found via the following link http://www.ldh.la.gov/index.cfm/subhome/8 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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In an effort to 'Fight th e FLU' the office of public health will be hosting a FLU clinic on Thursda y\, December 13\, 2018 from 2:00 P.M. to 6:30 P.M. at health units in our region. \;

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Additional information regarding this event\, how to prevent the Flu and the Office of Public Health's efforts to prevent the Flu can be found via the following link \;http://www.ldh.la.go v/index.cfm/subhome/8 \;

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CATEGORIES:Self Improvement UID:20181206T1828430Z-583899-450@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190430T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190430T200000 SUMMARY:A Digital History of Engagement with Jarret Lofstead DESCRIPTION:Join us for prospecting and progress with Louisiana based multi media maestro Jarret Lofstead. We will showcase and discuss this video mas hup from the season and lead a talk-back discussing the integration and el evation of our digital work and local contributors. Discussing the process of creating “highlights”\, we will enjoy the contributions of the Banners arts and heritage season. These works will include music\, dance\, theatr e\, fusion art and lectures by local professors\, artists and historians w ho share our stages with visiting performers. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Join us for prospecting and progress with Louisiana based multimedia maestro Jarret Lofstead. We will showcase and discuss this video mashup fr om the season and lead a talk-back discussing the integration and elevatio n of our digital work and local contributors. Discussing the process of cr eating &ldquo\;highlights&rdquo\;\, we will enjoy the contributions of the Banners arts and heritage season. These works will include music\, dance\ , theatre\, fusion art and lectures by local professors\, artists and hist orians who share our stages with visiting performers.

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CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:https://tickets.vendini.com/ticket-software.html?t=tix&w=819e855fa c0db98363b907381d392b31&vqitq=269df732-1a1e-403d-9369- UID:20190211T1627260Z-583899-539@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200318T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200318T130000 SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Apprenticeship Programs DESCRIPTION:Louisiana Workforce Commission in conjunction with American Job Center – Calcasieu Consortium is hosting a Lunch & Learn Seminar on Appre nticeship Programs! This FREE seminar is intended to provide businesses an d training providers all there is to know about Apprenticeships! The Appre nticeship Division Team of Louisiana Workforce Commission will provide gui dance on the process of registering an apprenticeship program and answer s ome “Frequently Asked Questions”. Local Workforce Development Staff will a lso provide an overview of services that can benefit businesses. When: We dnesday\, March 18\, 2020 Time: 11:30am to 1:00pm Where: Southwest Louisia na Entrepreneurial & Economic Development Center (SEED Center) Cost: FREE! You don’t want to miss this FREE\, but informative seminar! Seating is l imited – guarantee your seat today by registering via the link below: Clic k here to register for the Lake Charles LWC Lunch and Learn Questions reg arding this event can be directed to Crystal Scott via office phone at 337 -721-4010 ext. 5029 or via email at cscott@lwia51.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Louisiana Workforce Commission in conjuncti on with American Job Center &ndash\; Calcasieu Consortium is hosting a Lun ch &\; Learn Seminar on Apprenticeship Programs! This \;FRE E \;seminar is intended to provide businesses and training pr oviders all there is to know about Apprenticeships! The Apprenticeship Div ision Team of Louisiana Workforce Commission will provide guidance on the process of registering an apprenticeship program and answer some &ldquo\;F requently Asked Questions&rdquo\;. Local Workforce Development Staff will also provide an overview of services that can benefit businesses. \;
When: Wednesday\, March 18\, 2020

Time: 11:30am to 1:00pm

Where: Southwest Louisian a Entrepreneurial &\; Economic Development Center (SEED Center)

Cost: FREE! \;

You don&rsquo\;t wan t to miss this \;FREE\, but informative seminar! Seat ing is limited &ndash\; \;guarantee your seat today by registe ring via the link below:

Click here to register for the Lake Charle s LWC Lunch and Learn \;

Questions regarding this event ca n be directed to Crystal Scott via office phone at 337-721-4010 ext. 5029 or via email at \;cscott@lwia51.com .
CATEGORIES:Career Fairs & Trade Shows LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20200309T1250480Z-583899-1093@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200404T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200404T090000 SUMMARY:Joining Hands for Autism Awareness Walk DESCRIPTION:Register here. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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CATEGORIES:Outdoors LOCATION:Our Lady Queen of Heaven Family Life Center UID:20200309T1252420Z-583899-1094@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200317T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200317T120000 SUMMARY:TRIAD to Host Lunch and Learn on ‘Safe and Secure’ Program DESCRIPTION:Want to learn more about how to keep your home and property saf e from crime? TRIAD’s March “Lunch and Learn” workshop may be able to help . The free workshop will be held from 10 a.m.-noon Tuesday\, March 17\, at the Allen P. August Annex Building\, 2001 Moeling St.\, in Lake Charles. Lunch will be provided. Participants will learn about the Lake Charles Pol ice’s “Safe and Secure Program\,” which helps property owners prevent thef t and burglary at their homes and businesses. Through the program\, detect ives and officers meet with property owners\, provide security checks and inspections\, and offer advice and tips on how to make the properties safe r. Lake Charles Police reported more than 5\,200 property crimes and robbe ries in 2018. This event is hosted by the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury’s H uman Services Department and Calcasieu Parish TRIAD\, a partnership betwee n the Police Jury\, Sheriff’s Office\, District Attorney\, City Marshal\, and City of Lake Charles. TRIAD identifies and develops programs to addres s the needs and concerns of senior citizens in order to reduce their chanc es of becoming victims of crimes. There is no charge to attend but pre-reg istration is required. To register or for more information\, contact Miche lle Guidry at 337-721-4030\, ext. 5043. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Want to learn more about how to keep your h ome and property safe from crime? TRIAD&rsquo\;s March &ldquo\;Lunch and L earn&rdquo\; workshop may be able to help.

The free workshop will be held from 10 a.m.-noon Tuesday\, March 17\, at the Allen P. August Anne x Building\, 2001 Moeling St.\, in Lake Charles. Lunch will be provided.
Participants will learn about the Lake Charles Police&rsquo\;s &ldq uo\;Safe and Secure Program\,&rdquo\; which helps property owners prevent theft and burglary at their homes and businesses. Through the program\, de tectives and officers meet with property owners\, provide security checks and inspections\, and offer advice and tips on how to make the properties safer.

Lake Charles Police reported more than 5\,200 property crim es and robberies in 2018.

This event is hosted by the Calcasieu Pa rish Police Jury&rsquo\;s Human Services Department and Calcasieu Parish T RIAD\, \;a partnership between the Police Jury\, Sheriff&rsquo\;s Offi ce\, District Attorney\, City Marshal\, and City of Lake Charles. TRIAD id entifies and develops programs to address the needs and concerns of senior citizens in order to reduce their chances of becoming victims of crimes.< /p>
There is no charge to attend but pre-registration is required. To register or for more information\, contact Michelle Guidry at 337-721-4030 \, ext. 5043. \;
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Allen P. August Annex Building UID:20200309T1246520Z-583899-1090@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200313T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200313T090000 SUMMARY:Coffee with the Mayor: Sulphur Mayor Mike Danahay DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html: CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:Sulphur Senior Center UID:20200309T1249020Z-583899-1092@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191201T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191201T100000 SUMMARY:The Dragons Are Coming! DESCRIPTION:Join the CHRISTUS Ochsner SWLA Foundation for its 8th annual Dr agon Boat Race to benefit the Children’s Miracle Network. On Saturday\, Ap ril 25\, local companies and organizations will row authentic dragon boats across the lakefront to compete for the best time. This is one of the mos t unique fundraisers in all of Southwest Louisiana. And best of all\, all the funds raised stay local to benefit our patients at CHRISTUS Ochsner La ke Area Hospital. Are you and/or your organization interested in particip ating? Spots are still available for rowing teams. This even provides a gr eat corporate and community team building experience while raising funds f or a good cause. Water sports not exactly your style? There are also spot s available for vendors! Last year’s event was attended by more than 7\,00 0 spectators. This is a great opportunity to get your name out there and s hare your mission with a large audience.   For inquiries\, contact Allison Schnake\, Children’s Miracle Network Director\, at allison.schnake@christ ushealth.org\, or (337) 430-5353. With our 2019 event\, we raised $140\,0 00 for Children’s Miracle Network efforts in Southwest Louisiana! And\, th e needs in our community are growing every day. Our 2020 Dragon Boat Race is dedicated to filling the “wish list” of our newest addition to our mini stry\, CHRISTUS Ochsner Lake Area Hospital\, which has a full Labor and De livery service line along with a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (N ICU) and a Pediatric Therapies Unit called Kids Team.   X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join the CHRISTUS Ochsner SWLA Foundation f or its 8^th \;annual Dragon Boat Race to benefit the Childre n&rsquo\;s Miracle Network. On Saturday\, April 25\, local companies and o rganizations will row authentic dragon boats across the lakefront to compe te for the best time. This is one of the most unique fundraisers in all of Southwest Louisiana. And best of all\, all the funds raised stay local to benefit our patients at CHRISTUS Ochsner Lake Area Hospital. \;

Are you and/or your organization interested in participating? Spots are still available for rowing teams. This even provides a great corporate an d community team building experience while raising funds for a good cause. \;

Water sports not exactly your style? There are also spots available for vendors! Last year&rsquo\;s event was attended by more than 7\,000 spectators. This is a great opportunity to get your name out there and share your mission with a large audience. \; \;

For in quiries\, contact Allison Schnake\, Children&rsquo\;s Miracle Network Dire ctor\, at \;alliso n.schnake@christushealth.org\, or (337) 430-5353. \;

With our 2019 event\, we raised $140\,000 for Children&rsquo\;s Miracle Network efforts in Southwest Louisiana! \;And\, the needs in our community ar e growing every day. Our 2020 Dragon Boat Race is dedicated to filling the &ldquo\;wish list&rdquo\; of our newest addition to our ministry\, CHRIST US Ochsner Lake Area Hospital\, which has a full Labor and Delivery servic e line along with a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and a Pe diatric Therapies Unit called Kids Team. \; \;
CATEGORIES:Sports LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20191120T1625080Z-583899-989@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190724T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190724T200000 SUMMARY:Port Arthur Pipeline Open House DESCRIPTION:Port Arthur Pipeline received approval from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to use the Commission’s pre-filing review pro cess for a planned extension of the proposed Port Arthur Pipeline Louisian a Connector (PAPLC) project. The Louisiana Connector Extension project (PA PLC Extension) will extend the previously approved PAPLC project by 166 mi les north from Le Blanc to Delhi\, Louisiana. PAPLC will be hosting open h ouses to discuss the proposed PAPLC Extension Project. Company representat ives from PAPLC and FERC will be available to answer your questions about the project. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Port Arthur Pipeline received approval from the Federal Energy
Regulatory Commission (FERC) to use the Commissio n&rsquo\;s pre-filing review
process for a planned extension of the p roposed Port Arthur Pipeline
Louisiana Connector (PAPLC) project. The Louisiana Connector Extension
project (PAPLC Extension) will extend the previously approved PAPLC
project by 166 miles north from Le Blan c to Delhi\, Louisiana.
PAPLC will be hosting open houses to discuss the proposed PAPLC
Extension Project. Company representatives from PA PLC and FERC will
be available to answer your questions about the pro ject.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Holiday Inn UID:20190723T1406520Z-583899-833@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190303T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190303T223000 SUMMARY:Golden Nugget: Colt Ford DESCRIPTION:Colt Ford will bring his distinct music style to the Grand Even t Center at Golden Nugget Lake Charles on Friday\, March 8 at 8:30 PM. Fu sing country and hip hop\, Ford has sold more than million albums and char ted six times on the Hot Country Songs charts. He was formerly a professio nal golfer and released his debut album\, 'Ride Through the Country\,' in 2008. He followed that success with the release of five albums\, including 2012's 'Declaration of Independence\,' which reached No. 1 on Billboard's Top Country Albums chart. Ford has collaborated with artists like Jason A ldean\, Darius Rucker and Keith Urban\, and toured with Eric Church\, Flor ida Georgia Line and Toby Keith. He is also the writer of Aldean's No. 1 h it 'Dirt Road Anthem.' Tickets go on sale Friday\, December 21\, available online at www.goldennuggetlc.com or by visiting the Golden Nugget Box Off ice\, open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 AM to 7 PM with extended hours on concert days. Tickets purchased online may be picked up from the Golde n Nugget Box Office on the day of the show from 11 AM to 8 PM only. All gu ests must be 21 or older. For a complete list of upcoming performances an d to book your stay at the Golden Nugget Lake Charles\, please visit www.g oldennuggetlc.com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Colt Ford will bring his distinct music sty le to the Grand Event Center at Golden Nugget Lake Charles on Friday\, Mar ch 8 at 8:30 PM. \; Fusing country and hip hop\, Ford has sold more th an million albums and charted six times on the Hot Country Songs charts.&n bsp\;He was formerly a professional golfer and released his debut album\, 'Ride Through the Country\,' in 2008. He followed that success with the re lease of five albums\, including 2012's 'Declaration of Independence\,' wh ich reached No. 1 on Billboard's Top Country Albums chart. Ford has collab orated with artists like Jason Aldean\, Darius Rucker and Keith Urban\, an d toured with Eric Church\, Florida Georgia Line and Toby Keith. He is als o the writer of Aldean's No. 1 hit 'Dirt Road Anthem.'

Tickets go on sale Friday\, December 21\, available online at \;www.goldennuggetlc.com&n bsp\;or by visiting the Golden Nugget Box Office\, open Tuesday through Sa turday from 11 AM to 7 PM with extended hours on concert days. Tickets pur chased online may be picked up from the Golden Nugget Box Office on the da y of the show from 11 AM to 8 PM only. All guests must be 21 or older.&nbs p\;

For a complete list of upcoming performances and to book your stay at the Golden Nugget Lake Charles\, please visit \;www.goldennuggetlc.com.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Golden Nugget UID:20181218T2157300Z-583899-466@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190520T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190520T210000 SUMMARY: ENTREPRENEURIAL FORUM & ANGEL INVESTOR MEETING DESCRIPTION:ZETEKY Solution’s safer cities communications\, presents TORCH\ , a smart App that enables the public to submit information as a registere d user\, or anonymously\, to city officials. Users can submit data and med ia in any form with exact GPS Position. The chat feature allows direct fol low up to gather additional information as needed. Presenters: John Dalton \, CEO & Founder Tuesday Evening\, May 21\, 2019 The S E E D Center\, 2nd Floor Conference Room\, 4310 Ryan Street\, Lake Charles\, Louisiana 70601 Please join us in building a Start-up Community and encouraging Entrepre neurial Ventures in Southwest Louisiana. Networking and Hors D’oeuvres: 6:00 p.m. Program/Presentations: 7:00 p.m. R. S. V. P. Not later than May 20\, 2019 Ron McGinley\, macfhion@gmail.com                                                                                                or Office Phone 337 562 4903 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
ZETEKY Solution&rsquo\;s safer citi es communications\, presents TORCH\, a smart App that enables the public t o submit information as a registered user\, or anonymously\, to city offic ials. Users can submit data and media in any form with exact GPS Position. The chat feature allows direct follow up to gather additional information as needed.

Presenters: John Dalton\, CEO &\; Founder

Tuesday Evening\, May 21\, 2019

The S E E D Center\, 2^nd Floor Conference Room \,

4310 Ryan Street\, Lake Charles\, Louisiana 70 601

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Please join us in building a Start-up Community and encouraging Entrepreneurial Ventur es in Southwest Louisiana.

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Networking and Hors D&rsquo\;oeuvres: 6:00 p.m.
< p>Program/Presentations: 7:00 p.m.

R. S. V. P. Not later than May 20\, 2019

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CATEGORIES:General UID:20190501T1523490Z-583899-673@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190330T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190330T150000 SUMMARY:Keep Louisiana Beautiful and Keep Greater Lake Charles Beautiful ho st an Environmental Education Workshop DESCRIPTION:Teachers encouraged to register for free workshop Keep Louisi ana Beautiful knows that to end the cycle of litter and neglect in our com munities we must change people’s behaviors. And the most effective way to do this is to reach out to young people. To bring about a permanent chang e in the appearance of Louisiana we must teach young people the importance of caring for\, respecting and loving their community. Rocksey’s Enviro nmental Education program is rolling into communities throughout the state to train teachers on environmental curriculum so they can teach children K to 5th grade to be good environmental stewards. Partnering with Lake Ch arles\, Keep Louisiana Beautiful is offering a free workshop from 9 am to 3 pm on Saturday\, March 30\, 2019 Allen P. August Multi-Purpose Annex at 2000 Moeling St. in Lake Charles for up to 30 teachers. The workshop will introduce teachers to a new environmental education program aligned with t he newly approved math and science student standards. The program contain s 10 environmental lesson plans\, hands-on\, interactive activities\, fun worksheets\, grade level student standards\, and supplemental resources. T opics include\; defining litter\, timeline of trash\, litter decomposition \, watershed\, clean water\, effects on wildlife\, plastics pollution\, re ducing\, reusing\, recycling and civic responsibility. Teachers attendin g the full workshop will receive a $50 stipend\, CLU credits\, a curriculu m manual\, and tote bag. Space is limited to 30 teachers and pre-registrat ion is required. Register today athttps://www.cognitoforms.com/KeepLouisia naBeautiful1/LakeCharles.   Registration will only be accepted online. F or questions contact Rebecca Thibodeaux at 337-491-1481 and Rebecca.thibod eaux@cityoflc.us. “We are not just a cleanup organization. We are a beh avioral change organization. We focus on programs that will change people ’s behaviors. Focusing on teaching our children to care for and to love Lo uisiana will yield the greatest impact. Teaching them at a young age to b e responsible for their own actions will ultimately end litter and polluti on.” explains Susan Russell\, Executive Director for Keep Louisiana Beauti ful. About Keep Louisiana Beautiful Keep Louisiana Beautiful\, Inc. is t he state’s anti-litter and community improvement organization promoting pe rsonal\, corporate and community responsibly by focusing on education\, en forcement\, awareness and community support. In addition to Keep Louisiana Beautiful\, there are 39 other statewide Keep America Beautiful affiliate s. For more information visit www.keeplouisianabeautiful.org X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Teachers encouraged to register for free workshop

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Keep Louisiana Beautiful knows that to end the cycle of litter an d neglect in our communities we must change people&rsquo\;s behaviors.&nbs p\; And the most effective way to do this is to reach out to young people. To bring about a permanent change in the appearance of Louisiana we must teach young people the importance of caring for\, respecting and loving th eir community.

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Rocksey&rsquo\;s Environmental Educ ation program is rolling into communities throughout the state to train te achers on environmental curriculum so they can teach children K to 5^{t
h} \;grade to be good environmental stewards. \; Partnering w ith Lake Charles\, Keep Louisiana Beautiful is offering a free workshop fr om 9 am to 3 pm on Saturday\, March 30\, 2019 Allen P. August Multi-Purpos e Annex at 2000 Moeling St. in Lake Charles for up to 30 teachers. The wor kshop will introduce teachers to a new environmental education program ali gned with the newly approved math and science student standards. \; Th e program contains 10 environmental lesson plans\, hands-on\, interactive activities\, fun worksheets\, grade level student standards\, and suppleme ntal resources. Topics include\; defining litter\, timeline of trash\, lit ter decomposition\, watershed\, clean water\, effects on wildlife\, plasti cs pollution\, reducing\, reusing\, recycling and civic responsibility.

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Teachers attending the full workshop will receive a $50 stipend\, CLU credits\, a curriculum manual\, and tote bag. Space is l imited to 30 teachers and pre-registration is required. Register today at< a href='https://www.cognitoforms.com/KeepLouisianaBeautiful1/LakeCharles' data-saferedirecturl='https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.cognitoform s.com/KeepLouisianaBeautiful1/LakeCharles&\;source=gmail&\;ust=15524 12649145000&\;usg=AFQjCNGcGVHsDn7NAKCrV1cZe2KjX7C-fw'>https://w ww.cognitoforms.com/KeepLouisianaBeautiful1/LakeCharles. \; \;

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Registration will only be accepted online. For questions contact Rebecca Thibodeaux at 337-491-14 81 and \;Rebecca.thibo deaux@cityoflc.us.

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&ldquo\;We are not just a c leanup organization. \; We are a behavioral change organization. \ ; We focus on programs that will change people&rsquo\;s behaviors. Focusin g on teaching our children to care for and to love Louisiana will yield th e greatest impact. \; Teaching them at a young age to be responsible f or their own actions will ultimately end litter and pollution.&rdquo\; exp lains Susan Russell\, Executive Director for Keep Louisiana Beautiful.

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About Keep Louisiana Beautif ul

Keep Louisiana Beautiful\, Inc. is the state&rsquo\;s anti-litter and community improvement organization promoting personal\, co rporate and community responsibly by focusing on education\, enforcement\, awareness and community support. In addition to Keep Louisiana Beautiful\ , there are 39 other statewide Keep America Beautiful affiliates. For more information visit \;www.keeplouisianabeautiful.org
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190313T1744450Z-583899-602@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190905T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190905T123000 SUMMARY:FHF: Mapping Dreams (Webinar) DESCRIPTION:Mapping Dreams (Transition to Adulthood) Tuesday\, September 5\, 2019 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM The transition your child will make from being a child to becoming an adult member of the community is an important journey\, and one that requires a plan. It's important to begin thinking about your child’s transition to adult life as early as possible. Your chi ld will need to make many significant decisions during this journey to adu lt life. In this presentation\, we will explore what families and youth ca n do to help plan for the student’s transition from high school to adult e mployment\, post-secondary education or training\, and independent living. Audience: Parents\, Caregivers\, and Professionals of School-Aged Child ren/Students. Click here to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Mapping Dreams (Transition to Adulthood)< /div>
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11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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The transition your child will make from being a child to b ecoming an adult member of the community is an important journey\, and one that requires a plan. It's important to begin thinking about your child&r squo\;s transition to adult life as early as possible. Your child will nee d to make many significant decisions during this journey to adult life.&nb sp\;In this presentation\, we will explore what families and youth can do to help plan for the student&rsquo\;s transition from high school to adult employment\, post-secondary education or training\, and independent livin g.

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Audience: Parents\, Caregive rs\, and Professionals of School-Aged Children/Students.

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Cl ick here to register.

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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20190829T1440370Z-583899-892@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190913T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190913T210000 SUMMARY:Lake Charles Little Theater - 93rd Season! DESCRIPTION:LCLT is proud to announce a smash line-up for our 93rd Season. This year explores comedy and writings from the 1500s to modern day......S eason Line-up: Noises Off\; Taming of the Shrew\; Big Band Concert\; The S now Queen - A new musical\; The Importance of Being Earnest. The Friday an d Saturday shows this year will begin at 7:00pm. Sunday performances are a t 2:00 pm. LCLT is a 100% volunteer - nonprofit organization and has provi ded quality productions since 1927. LCLT is one of the oldest little theat re companies in the country and has contributed to the quality of life for SWLA since its' inception. LCLT boasts the lowest ticket prices in the re gion\, along with the highest production standards. Lake Charles has an ex tremely talented pool of actors and performers and LCLT invites all commun ity members to explore the world of acting or volunteering during any of o ur productions. One of the highlights this season is the Big Band Concert at the Civic Center - Rosa Hart theatre on November 30. Tickets are availa ble online at thelclt.com. Buy a Season package and receive a discount on the ticket prices! Questions can be directed to 337-433-7988. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
LCLT is proud to announce a smash line-up f or our 93rd Season.
This year explores comedy and writings from the 1 500s to modern day......Season Line-up: Noises Off\; Taming of the Shrew\; Big Band Concert\; The Snow Queen - A new musical\; The Importance of Bei ng Earnest.

The Friday and Saturday shows this year will begin at 7:00pm. Sunday performances are at 2:00 pm.

LCLT is a 100% v olunteer - nonprofit organization and has provided quality productions sin ce 1927. LCLT is one of the oldest little theatre companies in the country and has contributed to the quality of life for SWLA since its' inception. LCLT boasts the lowest ticket prices in the region\, along with the highe st production standards.
Lake Charles has an extremely talented pool of actors and performers and LCLT invites all community members to explore the world of acting or volunteering during any of our productions.
< br />One of the highlights this season is the Big Band Concert at the Civi c Center - Rosa Hart theatre on November 30.

Tickets are availa ble online at \;thelclt.com. Buy a Season package and receive a discount on the tic ket prices!
Questions can be directed to 337-433-7988.
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Lake Charles Little Theater UID:20190829T1444090Z-583899-893@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190926T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190926T200000 SUMMARY:Angels Host Entrepreneurial Forum & Investor Meeting DESCRIPTION:NEURORESCUE presents the Therapeutic Temperature Management Col lar to treat stroke\, traumatic brain injury\, cardiac arrest and massive blood loss. The collar enables paramedics to initiate safe and effective c ooling or warming in the field while also eliminating negative side effect s that cause longer recovery and cost health care providers $1 Billion ann ually. Presenters: Robert Maher &\; Brittany Soeder\, C0-Founders Thurs day Evening\, September 26\, 2019 The S E E D Center\, 2 nd Floor Conferen ce Room\, 4310 Ryan Street\, Lake Charles\, Louisiana 70601 Please join us in building a Start-up Community and encouraging Entrepreneurial Ventures in Southwest Louisiana. Networking and Hors D’oeuvres: 6:00 p.m. Program/ Presentations: 7:00 p.m. R. S. V. P. Not later than September 25\, 2019 Ro n McGinley\, macfhion@gmail.com or Office Phone 337 562 4903 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
NEURORESCUE presents the Therapeutic Temper ature Management
Collar to treat stroke\, traumatic brain injury\, ca rdiac arrest and
massive blood loss. The collar enables paramedics to initiate safe and
effective cooling or warming in the field while al so eliminating
negative side effects that cause longer recovery and c ost health care
providers $1 Billion annually.

Present ers: Robert Maher &\;amp\; Brittany Soeder\, C0-Founders

Thur sday Evening\, September 26\, 2019

The S E E D Center\, 2 nd Flo or Conference Room\,

4310 Ryan Street\, Lake Charles\, Louisiana 70601

Please join us in building a Start-up Community and encou raging

Entrepreneurial Ventures in Southwest Louisiana.
Networking and Hors D&rsquo\;oeuvres: 6:00 p.m.
Program/Presen tations: 7:00 p.m.

R. S. V. P. Not later than September 25 \, 2019
Ron McGinley\, macfhion@gmail.com
or Office Phone 337 56 2 4903
CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:The SEED Center UID:20190829T1435420Z-583899-891@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210327T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210327T140000 SUMMARY:Bags & Brew DESCRIPTION:Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Louisiana has launched a new fundraiser for 2021 to directly support their mentoring programs for y outh in SWLA. Hosted by Crying Eagle Brewing\, Bags & Brew 2021 will be an outdoor double-elimination cornhole tournament that will take place on Ma rch 27th\, 2021 starting at 12:00pm. The event will include VIP registra tion at $125 per team (2 person team) and general registration at $100 per team (2-person team). Included in VIP team registration are tournament en try\, 1 Bags & Brew commemorative cup per player that can be used during t he event\, 2 beer tickets per player\, and VIP tent area access. Included in general team registration are 2 beer tickets per player and tournament entry. Spectator VIP tickets are available for $25 per person and include 1 Bags & Brew commemorative cup and access to the VIP tent area. Spectator VIP tickets do NOT include entry into the tournament. PRE-REGISTRATION ON LY. There are 30 VIP teams and 120 regular teams available. Each team wi ll be notified the week of the event as to when their bracket play is sche duled. Prize package awarded to the 1st place winning team and consolation prize awarded to 2nd place team! BBBS-SWLA will also be partnering with L yft to offer a “safe ride” option for Bags & Brew attendees. Discount code provided with ticket purchase. Bags & Brew 2021 event t-shirts will be available for purchase online and on the day of the event for $20.00 per s hirt. Event shirts are not included in registration. Sponsorship opportuni ties are available at levels between $100 as a Board Sponsor and $7\,500 a s a Presenting Sponsor. To register teams or become an event sponsor\, vis it http://www.bbbsswla.org/bags-and-brew-2021/. *Community Health and Sa fety Directives will be adhered to according to COVID-19 safety regulation s* For more information\, contact Alex Stinchcomb\, Marketing & Developm ent Manager at 337-478-5437\, ext. 114 or alex@bbbsswla.org. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Louis iana has launched a new fundraiser for 2021 to directly support their ment oring programs for youth in SWLA. Hosted by Crying Eagle Brewing\, Bags &a mp\; Brew 2021 will be an outdoor double-elimination cornhole tournament t hat will take place on March 27^th\, 2021 starting at 12:00pm.
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The event will include VIP registration at $125 per team (2 person team) \;and general registration at $100 per team (2-p erson team). Included in VIP team registration are tournament entry\, 1 Ba gs &\; Brew commemorative cup per player that can be used during the ev ent\, 2 beer tickets per player\, and VIP tent area access. Included in ge neral team registration are 2 beer tickets per player and tournament entry . Spectator VIP tickets are available for $25 per person and include 1 Bag s &\; Brew commemorative cup and access to the VIP tent area. Spectator VIP tickets do NOT include entry into the tournament. \;PRE-R EGISTRATION ONLY.

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There are 30 VIP teams and 120 regular teams available. Each team will be notified the week of th e event as to when their bracket play is scheduled. Prize package awarded to the 1^st \;place winning team and consolation prize award ed to 2^nd \;place team! BBBS-SWLA will also be partnering w ith Lyft to offer a &ldquo\;safe ride&rdquo\; option for Bags &\; Brew attendees. Discount code provided with ticket purchase.

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Bags &\; Brew 2021 event t-shirts will be available for purchase online and on \;the day of the event for $20.00 per shirt. Event shirt s are not included in registration. Sponsorship opportunities are availabl e at levels between $100 as a Board Sponsor and $7\,500 as a Presenting Sp onsor. To register teams or become an event sponsor\, visit \;http://www.bbbsswla.org/bags-and-brew-2021/.

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*Community Health and Safety Directives wi ll be adhered to according to COVID-19 safety regulations*
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For more information\, contact Alex Stinchcomb\, Marketi ng &\; Development Manager at 337-478-5437\, ext. 114 or \;alex@bbbsswla.org. \;
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Crying Eagle UID:20210120T1416330Z-583899-1141@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190724T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190724T130000 SUMMARY:Port Arthur Pipeline Open House DESCRIPTION:Port Arthur Pipeline received approval from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to use the Commission’s pre-filing review pro cess for a planned extension of the proposed Port Arthur Pipeline Louisian a Connector (PAPLC) project. The Louisiana Connector Extension project (PA PLC Extension) will extend the previously approved PAPLC project by 166 mi les north from Le Blanc to Delhi\, Louisiana. PAPLC will be hosting open h ouses to discuss the proposed PAPLC Extension Project. Company representat ives from PAPLC and FERC will be available to answer your questions about the project. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Port Arthur Pipeline received approval from the Federal Energy
Regulatory Commission (FERC) to use the Commissio n&rsquo\;s pre-filing review
process for a planned extension of the p roposed Port Arthur Pipeline
Louisiana Connector (PAPLC) project. The Louisiana Connector Extension
project (PAPLC Extension) will extend the previously approved PAPLC
project by 166 miles north from Le Blan c to Delhi\, Louisiana.
PAPLC will be hosting open houses to discuss the proposed PAPLC
Extension Project. Company representatives from PA PLC and FERC will
be available to answer your questions about the pro ject.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Mowad Civic Center UID:20190723T1556130Z-583899-835@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190516T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190516T120000 SUMMARY:West Cal Chamber of Commerce Empowering Women’s Luncheon DESCRIPTION:Time: 12-1pm Doors Open @ 11:30am Location: Holiday Inn / Sulph ur 330 Arena Road Keynote Speaker: Devaney Rae Jones “Each of us GETS TO make choices about how we will spend our time and efforts in making a d ifference in OUR circle of the world. I believe ordinary people are called to do “the extraordinary” in life. Let’s talk about it and how we are NEV ER alone in our passions!” A Certified Professional Coach with Southwest ern Consulting X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Time: 12-1pm

Doors Open @ 11:30am

Location: Ho liday Inn / Sulphur

330 Arena Road

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Keynote Speaker:

Devaney Rae Jones

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&ldquo\;Each of us GETS TO make choices about how we will spend our time and efforts in making a difference in OUR circle of the world. I believe ordinary people are called to do &ldquo\;the extraordinary&rdquo\ ; in life. Let&rsquo\;s talk about it and how we are NEVER alone in our pa ssions!&rdquo\;

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A Certified Professional Coach

with

Southwestern Consulting
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CATEGORIES:General UID:20190501T1526060Z-583899-674@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200314T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200314T130000 SUMMARY:Southwest Louisiana Credit Union: Mind On My Money DESCRIPTION:SWLACU presents 'Mind on My Money' a teen financial literacy se minar at the Black Heritage Festival X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
SWLACU presents 'Mind on My Money' a teen f inancial literacy seminar at the Black Heritage Festival
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Black Heritage Festival UID:20200309T1413200Z-583899-1101@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200310T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200310T140000 SUMMARY:Southwest Louisiana Credit Union: Free Tax Clinic DESCRIPTION:Free Tax Preperation by United Way Volunteers X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Free Tax Preperation by United Way Voluntee rs
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Southwest Louisiana Credit Union UID:20200309T1407000Z-583899-1096@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200310 SUMMARY:Southwest Louisiana Credit Union: Free Financial Counseling DESCRIPTION:Talk with Certified Financial Couselors X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Talk with Certified Financial Couselors
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Southwest Louisiana Credit Union UID:20200309T1408000Z-583899-1097@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200311T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200311T140000 SUMMARY:Southwest Louisiana Credit Union: Community Resource Fair & Food Tr ucks DESCRIPTION:Workforce Development\, SWLA Center for Health Services\, CPPJ Asset Builders\, Calcasieu Parish Library\, Project Build a Future X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Workforce Development\, SWLA Center for Hea lth Services\, CPPJ Asset Builders\, Calcasieu Parish Library\, Project Bu ild a Future

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CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Southwest Louisiana Credit Union UID:20200309T1410270Z-583899-1098@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200314T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200314T123000 SUMMARY:Children's Museum: 2nd Saturday Science Show DESCRIPTION:Sasol continues its 5S Project with the “Science of Polymers” a t 11:30 a.m. Presenter Crystal Niermann will explain what polymers are\, h ow they can take different structures and useful polymers in day to day li fe. The demonstration will show how to make a long chain polymer. Third fl oor exhibits will be closed during this program. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Sasol continues its 5S Project with the &ld quo\;Science of Polymers&rdquo\; at 11:30 a.m. Presenter Crystal Niermann will explain what polymers are\, how they can take different structures an d useful polymers in day to day life. The demonstration will show how to m ake a long chain polymer. Third floor exhibits will be closed during this program.
CATEGORIES:Just for Kids LOCATION:Children's Museum UID:20200309T1419050Z-583899-1103@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191110T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191110T200000 SUMMARY:Collaborative Performing Arts Concert Set at McNeese DESCRIPTION:The McNeese State University W.A. and Dorothy Hanna Department of Performing Arts will present the wind symphony\, women’s ensemble\, the Sulphur High School women’s ensemble Opus and Dr. Michael Buckles\, dean of the College of Liberal Arts\, on violin in a free concert at 7 p.m. Sun day\, Nov. 10\, in Tritico Theatre. “This is the first time all areas of t he department have been able to collaborate and produce an incredible expe rience for the audience\,” says Dr. Jay Sconyers\, director of bands at Mc Neese. “We’ve reimagined a classic work and added a narrative piece that p repares the listener for what comes next.” The symphony and ensembles will perform Gustav Holst’s “The Plants.” A total of seven movements\, each se lection will be prefaced by Luke Connally\, a 2017 McNeese graduate\, narr ating an original script written by associate professor of theatre arts Ch arles McNeely. “The script serves as a personification for each movement\, ” continues Sconyers. “McNeely has given each movement a voice by having t he narrator read as the astrological body of each planet.”Buckles holds a Doctor of Musical Arts degree from Louisiana State University\, his Master of Music degree from the Cleveland Institute of Music and his Bachelor of Arts degree in music from Tulane University. His professional performance credits include violinist with the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra and t he Aloha Piano Quartet. The wind symphony is under the direction of Sconye rs\, the women’s ensemble is under the direction of Darryl Jones\, directo r of choral activities\, and Molly Jones is the conductor of Opus. Persons needing accommodations as provided by the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the ADA Coordinator at 337-475-5428\, voice\; 337-475-5960 \, fax\; 337- 562-4227\, TDD/TTY\, hearing impaired\; or by email at cdo@ mcneese.edu . X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The McNeese State University W.A. and Dorot hy Hanna Department of Performing Arts
will present the wind symphony \, women&rsquo\;s ensemble\, the Sulphur High School women&rsquo\;s
e nsemble Opus and Dr. Michael Buckles\, dean of the College of Liberal Arts \, on violin
in a free concert at 7 p.m. Sunday\, Nov. 10\, in Tritic o Theatre.

&ldquo\;This is the first time all areas of the d epartment have been able to collaborate and
produce an incredible exp erience for the audience\,&rdquo\; says Dr. Jay Sconyers\, director of
bands at McNeese. &ldquo\;We&rsquo\;ve reimagined a classic work and add ed a narrative piece that
prepares the listener for what comes next.& rdquo\;

The symphony and ensembles will perform Gustav Holst &rsquo\;s &ldquo\;The Plants.&rdquo\; A total of seven \;movements\, e ach selection will be prefaced by Luke Connally\, a 2017 McNeese
grad uate\, narrating an original script written by associate professor of thea tre arts
Charles McNeely.

&ldquo\;The script serves as a pers onification for each movement\,&rdquo\; continues Sconyers.
&ldquo\;M cNeely has given each movement a voice by having the narrator read as the< br />astrological body of each planet.&rdquo\;Buckles holds a Doctor of Mu sical Arts degree from Louisiana State University\, his Master of Music de gree from the Cleveland Institute of Music and his Bachelor of Arts \; degree in music from Tulane University. His professional performance credi ts include \;violinist with the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra and t he Aloha Piano Quartet. \;The wind symphony is under the direction of Sconyers\, the women&rsquo\;s ensemble is under the direction of Darryl Jo nes\, director of choral activities\, and Molly Jones is the
conducto r of Opus.

Persons needing accommodations as provided by the Americans with Disabilities Act
should contact the ADA Coordinator a t 337-475-5428\, voice\; 337-475-5960\, fax\; 337-
562-4227\, TDD/TTY \, hearing impaired\; or by email at \; cdo@mcneese.edu .
CATEGORIES:Entertainment LOCATION:Tritico Theater UID:20191108T1925410Z-583899-981@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200313 SUMMARY:Regional Orchid Show RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;COUNT=2 DESCRIPTION:A regional orchid show will take place at Historic City Hall\, 1001 Ryan Street\, on March 14 and 15\, 2020 with a special sneak preview of orchids for sale on March 13. The show\, hosted by the Calcasieu Orchid Society\, is free and open to the public. Orchids will both be on displa y and for sale at the event. Various orchid societies from throughout Loui siana will create displays of their members' orchids\, each one interpreti ng this year's theme – An Easter Parade of Orchids – in a different way. Hours of operation are noon to 6 p.m. Saturday\, March 14\, and noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday\, March 15. The sneak preview of orchids for sale will be held on Friday\, March 13\, from 3 to 5 p.m. Displays designed by orchid s ocieties through the region will not be complete at that time\, but visito rs are welcome to view the orchids that are for sale and purchase their fi rst choices before the show officially opens. An informal talk about how to select and care for orchids that will thrive in southwest Louisiana wil l be given by Calcasieu Orchid Society member Mary Richardson at 3 p.m. on both Saturday and Sunday. A huge variety of orchids will be on display in cluding varieties that are not normally available in Lake Charles. They wi ll be sold\, as well as favorites such as phalaenopsis\, commonly known as the moth orchid. Members of the Calcasieu Orchid Society will be on hand to advise people about which ones are the easiest to grow\, which ones sme ll great\, and how to care for them. “Orchids are easy to grow\,” insists Keith Joiner\, president of the organization. “The key is not to overwate r them. If you follow that important rule\, orchids are pretty hardy – and they love our South Louisiana climate.” The show is sanctioned by the Am erican Orchid Society\, and will be the third show presented by Calcasieu Orchid Society. Those who would like to volunteer at the Orchid Show or wo uld like more information may contact President Keith Joiner at 318-614-35 16 or kjoiner2000@yahoo.com. More information is also available on the soc iety's Facebook page—Calcasieu Orchid Society. FULL SCHEDULE: Friday\, Ma rch 13: Orchid Sale Sneak Preview\, 3 – 5 p.m. Saturday\, March 14: Show o pen noon to 6 p.m. Informal talk at 3 p.m. Sunday\, March 15: Show open no on to 5 p.m. Informal talk at 3 p.m. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
A regional orchid show will take place at H istoric City Hall\, 1001 Ryan Street\, on March 14 and 15\, 2020 with a sp ecial sneak preview of orchids for sale on March 13. The show\, hosted by the Calcasieu Orchid Society\, is free and open to the public. \;

Orchids will both be on display and for sale at the event. Various orc hid societies from throughout Louisiana will create displays of their memb ers' orchids\, each one interpreting this year's theme &ndash\; An Eas ter Parade of Orchids \;&ndash\; in a different way. \;

Hours of operation are noon to 6 p.m. Saturday\, March 14\, and noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday\, March 15. \; The sneak preview of orchids for sale will be held on Friday\, March 13\, from 3 to 5 p.m. Displays designed by orchid societies through the region will not be complete at that time\, b ut visitors are welcome to view the orchids that are for sale and purchase their first choices before the show officially opens. \;

An i nformal talk about how to select and care for orchids that will thrive in southwest Louisiana will be given by Calcasieu Orchid Society member Mary Richardson at 3 p.m. on both Saturday and Sunday. \;A huge variety of orchids will be on display including varieties that are not normally avail able in Lake Charles. They will be sold\, as well as favorites such as pha laenopsis\, commonly known as the moth orchid. \;Members of the Calcas ieu Orchid Society will be on hand to advise people about which ones are t he easiest to grow\, which ones smell great\, and how to care for them.&nb sp\;

&ldquo\;Orchids are easy to grow\,&rdquo\; insists Keith Join er\, president of the organization. &ldquo\;The key is not to overwater th em. If you follow that important rule\, orchids are pretty hardy &ndash\; and they love our South Louisiana climate.&rdquo\; \;

The show is sanctioned by the American Orchid Society\, and will be the third show presented by Calcasieu Orchid Society. \;Those \;who would like t o volunteer at the Orchid Show or would like more information may contact President Keith Joiner at \;318-614-3516 or \;kjoiner2000@yahoo.com. More information is also ava ilable on the society's Facebook page&mdash\;Calcasieu Orchid Society.&nbs p\;

FULL SCHEDULE:

Friday\, March 13: Orchid Sale S neak Preview\, 3 &ndash\; 5 p.m.

Saturday\, March 14: Show open noon to 6 p.m. Informal talk at 3 p.m.

Sunday\, March 15: Show o pen noon to 5 p.m. Informal talk at 3 p.m. \; \; \; \; \;

CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center UID:20200316T1623090Z-583899-1085@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191106T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191106T090000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families: Empowerment Conference & Resource Fair DESCRIPTION:Don't Miss This FREE Event! -- Register Today! Parents of child ren with disabilities\, caregivers\, individuals with disabilities are enc ouraged to attend! FHFSWLA's Annual Empowerment Conference & Resource Fa ir - Wednesday\, November 6 2019 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Lake Charles Civic Cen ter - 3rd Floor Buccaneer Room 900 Lakeshore Drive\, Lake Charles\, LA 706 01 Click here to Register for the Empowerment Conference! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Don't Miss This FR EE Event! -- Register Today!

Parents of children with disabilities\, caregi vers\, \;individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend!

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FHFSWLA's Annual Empowerment Conference & amp\; Resource Fair - Wednesday\, November 6 2019

8:00 AM to 4 :00 PM

Lake Charles Civic Center - \;3rd Floor Buccaneer R oom

900 Lakeshore Drive\, Lake Charles\, LA 70601

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Click here to Register for the Empowerment Conference!

CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20191024T1331480Z-583899-962@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191029T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191029T090000 SUMMARY:'Louisiana Illustrators' at Historic City Hall DESCRIPTION:'Louisiana Illustrators' will open on Friday\, October 18 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The exhibit includes 100 illustrations from children's b ooks published in Lake Charles by Ally-Gator Bookbites\, an independent pu blishing company\, and will be on display through November 30. The illus trators hail from New Orleans to Lake Charles and tons of cities in betwee n. Featured artists include Candice Alexander\, Mickey Asche\, Robbie Aust in\, Tim Banfell\, David Bertrand\, Erin Casteel\, Lydia Crochet\, Anne De ntler\, Mary Beth Hebert\, Gregory LeBlanc\, Beatriz McDonald\, Kathern Pe al\, Mickey Smith\, Jr.\, Rebecca Stelly and Paula Windham. A gallery ta lk featuring many of the featured illustrators is planned for Tuesday\, Oc tober 29 at 5:30. Following a brief presentation\, a Q&A session will reve al insight in the artists' inspiration for their work.   X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
'Louisiana Illustrators' will open on Fri day\, October 18 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The exhibit includes 100 illustrat ions from children's books published in Lake Charles by Ally-Gator Bookbit es\, an independent publishing company\, and will be on display through No vember 30.

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The illustrators hail from New Orleans to Lake Charles and tons of cities in between. Featured artists in clude Candice Alexander\, Mickey Asche\, Robbie Austin\, Tim Banfell\, Dav id Bertrand\, Erin Casteel\, Lydia Crochet\, Anne Dentler\, Mary Beth Hebe rt\, Gregory LeBlanc\, Beatriz McDonald\, Kathern Peal\, Mickey Smith\, Jr .\, Rebecca Stelly and Paula Windham.

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A ga llery talk featuring many of the featured illustrators is planned for Tues day\, October 29 at 5:30. Following a brief presentation\, a Q&\;A sess ion will reveal insight in the artists' inspiration for their work. \; \;
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center UID:20191024T1328590Z-583899-961@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191101 SUMMARY:Calling all Gingerbread House Builders! DESCRIPTION:The aroma of holiday spices\, candy canes\, sugar gumdrops\, an d gingerbread will soon swirl through the air. The Visit Lake Charles annu al Gingerbread House Contest is a wonderful way for visitors to feel the c ommunity’s Christmas spirit when they see the houses on display at the Wel come Center throughout December. Entry forms are now available for the co ntest\, which will be held at noon on Saturday\, Dec. 7. The awards cerem ony\, sponsored by Visit Lake Charles\, will be held at the Welcome Center located at 1205 North Lakeshore Drive in Lake Charles. The deadline to re gister for the contest is Friday\, November 15. Entry divisions include a mateur\, professional and school groups. The gingerbread houses will remai n on display throughout the month of December\, and all visitors during th at time will be able to vote on the People’s Choice Award to be announced Thursday\, Dec. 26. Entries must be delivered to the Welcome Center betwe en 1 – 4:30 p.m.\, Friday\, Dec. 6. To register\, contact Melissa Trahan w ith Visit Lake Charles at 337-436-9588\, or go to www.visitlakecharles.org /gingerbread. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The aroma of holiday spices\, candy canes\, sugar gumdrops\, and gingerbread will soon swirl through the air. The Vis it Lake Charles annual Gingerbread House Contest is a wonderful way for vi sitors to feel the community&rsquo\;s Christmas spirit when they see the h ouses on display at the Welcome Center throughout December. \;

Entry forms are now available for the contest\, which will be held at noo n on Saturday\, Dec. 7. \; The awards ceremony\, sponsored by Visit La ke Charles\, will be held at the Welcome Center located at 1205 North Lake shore Drive in Lake Charles. The deadline to register for the contest is F riday\, November 15. \;

Entry divisions include amateur\, prof essional and school groups. The gingerbread houses will remain on display throughout the month of December\, and all visitors during that time will be able to vote on the People&rsquo\;s Choice Award to be announced Thursd ay\, Dec. 26. \;

Entries must be delivered to the Welcome Cent er between 1 &ndash\; 4:30 p.m.\, Friday\, Dec. 6. To register\, contact M elissa Trahan with Visit Lake Charles at 337-436-9588\, or go to \;www.visitlakecharles.org/gingerbread.
CATEGORIES:Family Activity LOCATION:Welcome Center UID:20191024T1333100Z-583899-963@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201030T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201030T110000 SUMMARY:Rules of Risk: Breast Cancer & Genetics DESCRIPTION:Please join us on Friday\, October 30 at 10:00 a.m. for Lake Ch arles Memorial Hospital’s ONLINE ONLY seminar! Breast cancer awareness mon th is upon us again and this year we are looking at what makes someone hig h risk\, what that entails\, and what they can do about it. In this month ’s ONLINE ONLY seminar by Amanda Ellington\, MD.\,\, Rules of Risk: Breast Cancer and Genetics\, Dr. Ellington will discuss the intersections of wom en’s health and genetics throughout their lives. Dr. Ellington graduated Magna Cum Laude with a degree in biological sciences from Louisiana State University. She went on to achieve her medical degree from Louisiana State University Medical Center in Shreveport. Her post-graduate training inclu des an internship and residency in general surgery at Louisiana State Univ ersity Medical Center in Shreveport. Dr. Ellington is board-certified in general surgery with a focus in surgical breast disease. She is a Fellow i n the American College of Surgeons\, a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha hon or society\, a member of the American Society of Breast Surgeons\, Isidore Cohn\, Jr. – James D. Rivers Surgical Society and the John C. McDonald Su rgical Society. For more information\, please visit lcmh.com/seminar or c all (337) 494-2935. You can watch the event live online by visiting lcmh.c om/watch. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Please join us on Friday\, October 30 at&nb sp\;10:00 a.m. \;for Lake Charles Memorial Hospital&rsquo\;s ONLINE ON LY seminar! Breast cancer awareness month is upon us again and this year w e are looking at what makes someone high risk\, what that entails\, and wh at they can do about it. \;In this month&rsquo\;s ONLINE ONLY seminar by \;Amanda Ellington\, MD.\,\, \;Rules of R isk: Breast Cancer and Genetics\, Dr. Ellington will discuss the inte rsections of women&rsquo\;s health and genetics throughout their lives.

\;Dr. Ellington graduated Magna Cum Laude with a degree in biol ogical sciences from Louisiana State University. She went on to achieve he r medical degree from Louisiana State University Medical Center in Shrevep ort. Her post-graduate training includes an internship and residency in ge neral surgery at Louisiana State University Medical Center in Shreveport.& nbsp\;

Dr. Ellington is board-certified in general surgery with a focus in surgical breast disease. She is a Fellow in the American College of Surgeons\, a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha honor society\, a member o f the American Society of Breast Surgeons\, Isidore Cohn\, Jr. &ndash\; Ja mes D. Rivers Surgical Society and the John C. McDonald Surgical Society.& nbsp\;

For more information\, please visit \;lcmh.com/seminar \;or cal l (337) 494-2935. You can watch the event live online by visiting \;lc mh.com/watch.
CATEGORIES:Education LOCATION:Online UID:20201023T1944540Z-583899-1114@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210922T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210922T110000 SUMMARY:Financial Management for Small Business DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20210917T1638310Z-583899-1211@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200115T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200115T150000 SUMMARY:SWLA Safe Sleep Task Force Classes RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;UNTIL=20210101;BYDAY=3WE DESCRIPTION:The SWLA Safe Sleep Task Force has scheduled our monthly classe s for 2020. The classes will be held the third Wednesday of each month at 2:00pm. The classes will be held at the Calcasieu Parish Health Unit Con ference Room with the first class of the year being held this Wednesday\, January 15\, 2019. Anyone is welcomed to attend and learn/see what is tau ght to the public. These classes are held for parents\, grandparents\, an d caregivers that have registered for the educational class and are eligib le to receive a pack n’ play should they need. They must be registered fo r the class in advance and be notified to attend the class. Call (337) 47 7-7537 for more information. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The SWLA Safe Sleep Task Force has schedule d our monthly classes for 2020. \; The classes will be held the third Wednesday of each month at 2:00pm. \; The classes will be held at the Calcasieu Parish Health Unit Conference Room with the first class of the y ear being held this Wednesday\, January 15\, 2019. \; Anyone is welcom ed to attend and learn/see what is taught to the public. \;

Th ese classes are held for parents\, grandparents\, and caregivers that have registered for the educational class and are eligible to receive a pack n &rsquo\; play should they need. \; They must be registered for the cla ss in advance and be notified to attend the class. \;

Call (33 7) 477-7537 for more information.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Calcasieu Parish Health Unit Conference Room UID:20200114T1435460Z-583899-1042@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190329T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190329T150000 SUMMARY:Treating Colorectal Cancers With Surgery DESCRIPTION:Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States - and one of the most common cancers in our area. Pre vention and early detection through healthy lifestyle and regular screenin gs are key components in beating this disease. Once diagnosed\, though\, t reatment often involves surgery. In recent years\, surgical treatment has advanced and can often be done with minimal risk—and minimal invasiveness. March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month\, and Memorial is finishing of f the month of screenings and education with Minimally Invasive\, Massivel y Effective: Treating Colorectal Cancers With Surgery\, a free seminar wit h Memorial Medical Group surgeon Darin Doumite\, MD. Dr. Doumite will disc uss minimally invasive surgeries used to treat colorectal cancers. Dr. Dou mite is a board-certified and fellowship-trained general surgeon with the Memorial Medical Group. Dr. Doumite received his bachelors from Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge and his medical degree from St. Matthews U niversity. His postgraduate training includes an internship and residency in general surgery both at Louisiana State University Medical Center in Sh reveport. He brings specialized skills in advanced laparoscopic\, minima lly invasive\, surgical procedures including complex hernia repairs\, gast ric and colorectal cancer\, and gallbladder disease. Other areas of intere st include surgical management of thyroid and parathyroid disease. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Minimally Invasive\, Massivel y Effective: Treating Colorectal Cancers With Surgery is a free seminar be ing held Friday\, March 29 at 12 noon in the Shearman Conference Center at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital on Oak Park Boulevard X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Colorectal cancer is the second leading cau se of cancer deaths in the United States - and one of the most common canc ers in our area. Prevention and early detection through healthy lifestyle and regular screenings are key components in beating this disease. Once di agnosed\, though\, treatment often involves surgery. In recent years\, sur gical treatment has advanced and can often be done with minimal risk&mdash \;and minimal invasiveness.

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness M onth\, and Memorial is finishing off the month of screenings and education with \;Minimally Invasive\, Massively Effective: Treating Colorec tal \;Cancers With Surgery\, a free seminar with Memoria l Medical Group surgeon Darin Doumite\, MD. Dr. Doumite will discuss minim ally invasive surgeries used to treat colorectal cancers.

Dr. Doum ite is a board-certified and fellowship-trained general surgeon with the M emorial Medical Group. Dr. Doumite received his bachelors from Louisiana S tate University in Baton Rouge and his medical degree from St. Matthews Un iversity. His postgraduate training includes an internship and residency i n general surgery both at Louisiana State University Medical Center in Shr eveport.

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He brings specialized skills in advanced laparoscopic\, minimally invasive\, surgical procedures including complex hernia repairs\, gastric and colorectal cancer\, and gallbladder disease. Other areas of interest include surgical management of thyroid and parathy roid disease. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.

Minimally Invasive\, Massively Effective: Treating Colorectal \;Cancers With Surgery \;is a free seminar being held Friday \, March 29 at 12 noon in the Shearman Conference Center at Lake C harles Memorial Hospital on Oak Park Boulevard
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:visit www.lcmh.com/seminar or call (337) 494-2936 UID:20190318T1340310Z-583899-607@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190730T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190730T120000 SUMMARY:Calcasieu Parish Assessor's Office Senior/Veteran/Disability Freeze s DESCRIPTION:Calcasieu Parish Assessor\, Wendy Curphy Aguillard\, and Staff\ , will be at the Vinton Town Hall on Tuesday\, July 30\, 2019\, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. They will be providing an opportunity for local Seniors \, Disabled Veterans & Disabled citizens to sign for "Special Assessment L evel Freezes" without having to fight the "Bridge Traffic" to come to the Lake Charles office. "Special Assessment Level Freezes" freeze the value o f your property against any future adjustments due to reassessment. You ne ed only apply if you have not previously applied for a special assessment level freeze\; if your household income is less than $75\,594\; you have r ecently reached the age of 65\; become a disabled Veteran with a 50% or mo re service connected disability\, or 100% disabled through the Social Secu rity Administration. For more information on the qualifications to file fo r these "Special Assessment Level Freezes" and the documentation needed\, please call the Calcasieu Parish Assessor’s Office at 337-721-3000. *Appli cants must bring proof of age\, proof of disability and proof of income (a s required by law) for the "Special Assessment Level Freezes”. **May be ap plied for during regular office hours 8:30-4:30 M-F at the Lake Charles Of fice\, 1011 Lakeshore Dr.\, #101 OR on Wednesday mornings 8:30-Noon at our West- Cal Satellite Office\, 500A N. Huntington St.\, Sulphur. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Calcasieu Parish Assessor\, Wendy Curphy Ag uillard\, and Staff\, will be at the \;Vinton Town Hall on Tuesday\, July 30\, 2019\, from 9:00 a.m. t o 12:00 p.m. They will be providing an opportunity for local Seni ors\, Disabled Veterans &\; Disabled citizens to sign for "\;Specia l Assessment Level Freezes"\; without having to fight the "\;Bridg e Traffic"\; to come to the Lake Charles office. "\;Special Assess ment Level Freezes"\; freeze the value of yo ur property against any future adjustments due to reassessment.

Yo u need only apply if you have not previously applied for a special assessm ent level freeze\; if your household income is less than $75\,594\; you ha ve recently reached the age of 65\; become a disabled Veteran with a 50% o r more service connected disability\, or 100% disabled through the Social Security Administration.

For more information on the qualification s to file for these "\;Special Assessment Level Freezes"\; and the documentation needed\, please call the Calcasieu Parish Assessor’s Office at 337-721-3000.

*Applicants must bring proof of age\, proof of d isability and proof of income (as required by law) for the "\;Special Assessment Level Freezes”.

**May be applied for during regular off ice hours 8:30-4:30 M-F at the Lake Charles Office\, 1011 Lakeshore Dr.\, #101 OR on Wednesday mornings 8:30-Noon at our West- Cal Satellite Office\ , 500A N. Huntington St.\, Sulphur.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190701T1607450Z-583899-785@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190725T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190725T120000 SUMMARY:Calcasieu Parish Assessor's Office Senior/Veteran/Disability Freeze s DESCRIPTION:Calcasieu Parish Assessor\, Wendy Curphy Aguillard\, and Staff\ , will be at the Westlake City Hall on Thursday\, July 25\, 2019\, from 9: 00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. They will be providing an opportunity for local Seni ors\, Disabled Veterans & Disabled citizens to sign for "Special Assessmen t Level Freezes" without having to fight the "Bridge Traffic" to come to t he Lake Charles office. "Special Assessment Level Freezes" freeze the valu e of your property against any future adjustments due to reassessment. You need only apply if you have not previously applied for a special assessme nt level freeze\; if your household income is less than $75\,594\; you hav e recently reached the age of 65\; become a disabled Veteran with a 50% or more service connected disability\, or 100% disabled through the Social S ecurity Administration. For more information on the qualifications to file for these "Special Assessment Level Freezes" and the documentation needed \, please call the Calcasieu Parish Assessor’s Office at 337-721-3000. *Ap plicants must bring proof of age\, proof of disability and proof of income (as required by law) for the "Special Assessment Level Freezes”. **May be applied for during regular office hours 8:30-4:30 M-F at the Lake Charles Office\, 1011 Lakeshore Dr.\, #101 OR on Wednesday mornings 8:30-Noon at our West- Cal Satellite Office\, 500A N. Huntington St.\, Sulphur. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Calcasieu Parish Assessor\, Wendy Curphy Ag uillard\, and Staff\, will be at the \;Westlake City< strong> Hall on Thursday\, July 25\, 2019\, from 9:00 a.m . to 12:00 p.m. They will be providing an opportunity for local S eniors\, Disabled Veterans &\; Disabled citizens to sign for "\;Spe cial Assessment Level Freezes"\; without having to fight the "\;Br idge Traffic"\; to come to the Lake Charles office. "\;Special Ass essment Level Freezes"\; freeze the value of your property against any future adjustments due to reassessment.

You need only apply if you have not previously applied for a special asse ssment level freeze\; if your household income is less than $75\,594\; you have recently reached the age of 65\; become a disabled Veteran with a 50 % or more service connected disability\, or 100% disabled through the Soci al Security Administration.

For more information on the qualificat ions to file for these "\;Special Assessment Level Freezes"\; and the documentation needed\, please call the Calcasieu Parish Assessor’s Off ice at 337-721-3000.

*Applicants must bring proof of age\, proof o f disability and proof of income (as required by law) for the "\;Speci al Assessment Level Freezes”.

**May be applied for during regular office hours 8:30-4:30 M-F at the Lake Charles Office\, 1011 Lakeshore Dr. \, #101 OR on Wednesday mornings 8:30-Noon at our West- Cal Satellite Offi ce\, 500A N. Huntington St.\, Sulphur.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190701T1607460Z-583899-786@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190613T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190613T130000 SUMMARY:West Calcasieu Chamber Business Luncheon DESCRIPTION:June Monthly Business Luncheon Date: Thursday\, June 13\, 201 9 Time: 12-1p Doors Open @11:30am ** Location:** West Cal Events Center Su lphur Guest Speaker Stephen Waguespack President and CEO Louisiana Asso ciation of Business and Industry (LABI) Click here to register X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
June Monthly Business Luncheon

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Date: \;Thursday\, June 13\, 2019

Time: \;12-1p

~~Doors Open @11:30am~~

** Location:**
West Cal Events Center

Sulphur

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Guest Speaker

< span style='font-size: 12pt\;'>Stephen Waguespack \;
President and CEO< /div>
Louisiana Assoc iation of Business and Industry

(LABI)

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Click here to register
CATEGORIES:Clubs & Organizations LOCATION:West Cal Events Center UID:20190520T1941130Z-583899-708@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190321T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190321T130000 SUMMARY:Professional Etiquette - Human Resource Training DESCRIPTION:Join ICSHRM President Christina L. Detiveaux and President Elec t Chuck O'Connor along with West Calcashieu Chmaber as we have a discussio n on professional etiquette. This will include how to handle difficult con versations regarding professional etiquette\, manage rumor and gossip issu es\, dress code and other professional topics. $15 Event Fee X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Join ICSHRM President Christina L. Detiveau x and President Elect Chuck O'Connor along with West Calcashieu Chmaber as we have a discussion on professional etiquette. This will include how to handle difficult conversations regarding professional etiquette\, manage r umor and gossip issues\, dress code and other professional topics. \;< /p>
$15 Event Fee
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190313T1758110Z-583899-603@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190323 SUMMARY:SWLA Home Show DESCRIPTION:2019 SWLA HOME BUILDERS ASSOCIATION HOME SHOW Lake Charles\, LA : Have a home improvement project in mind? Maybe you’re looking to buy or build a new home. Even if you aren’t sure what kind of home project you wa nt to do but are curious about your options\, come to the 28 th Annual SWL A Home Show. Whether you’re dreaming of a remodeling project\, yearning to increase curb appeal or just looking for ideas\, a visit to the 2019 Home Show is the first step to realizing your vision. Your plans will quickly start to take shape as you walk through this year’s show loaded with home improvement ideas. Whether you are interested in interior improvements\, e xterior improvements or building from the ground up\, this event will have what you need to get started on the right track. The Home Builders Associ ation (HBA) of Southwest Louisiana will hold its 28 th Annual Home Show Ma rch 23-24 th\, at the Lake Charles Civic Center. The show will be open fro m 9am to 5pm Saturday March 23th\, and from 11am to 3pm Sunday\, March 24 th. Admission is $7 per person and children 11 and under get in free when accompanied by an adult. This year’s show will feature innovative companie s who provide both products and services that deal with every aspect of th e home owning\, building and remodeling experience. With over 175 booths d isplaying products for every area of the home\, you will find everything y ou need to make your dream home come true.” The event will also showcase t he latest samples in flooring\, appliances\, countertops\, lighting fixtur es\, landscaping and more. Each booth will be staffed by experts ready to help you bring together the pieces needed to perfect the home you’ve alway s wanted. “This is a great time of year for individuals to come see what o ur local contractors and vendors have to offer. If you’re thinking of buil ding\, or in the process\, the SWLA Home Show is the perfect place for you . Buy and Support Local.”- Jody Guidry\, Board President\, Home Builders A ssociation SWLA. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
2019 SWLA HOME BUILDERS ASSOCIATION HOME SH OW
Lake Charles\, LA: Have a home improvement project in mind? Maybe you’re looking to buy
or build a new home. Even if you aren’t sure w hat kind of home project you want to do but are curious
about your o ptions\, come to the 28
th Annual SWLA Home Show. Whether you’re drea ming of a
remodeling project\, yearning to increase curb appeal or j ust looking for ideas\, a visit to the 2019
Home Show is the first st ep to realizing your vision.
Your plans will quickly start to take sh ape as you walk through this year’s show loaded with
home improvemen t ideas. Whether you are interested in interior improvements\, exterior improvements or building from the ground up\, this event will have wha t you need to get started on
the right track.
The Home Builders Association (HBA) of Southwest Louisiana will hold its 28
th Annual Home
Show March 23-24
th\, at the Lake Charles Civic Center. Th e show will be open from 9am to 5pm
Saturday March 23th\, and from 1 1am to 3pm Sunday\, March 24
th. Admission is $7 per person and
children 11 and under get in free when accompanied by an adult.
This year’s show will feature innovative companies who provide both products a nd services that
deal with every aspect of the home owning\, buildin g and remodeling experience. With over 175
booths displaying product s for every area of the home\, you will find everything you need to make < br />your dream home come true.” The event will also showcase the latest s amples in flooring\,
appliances\, countertops\, lighting fixtures\, landscaping and more. Each booth will be staffed by
experts ready to help you bring together the pieces needed to perfect the home you’ve alwa ys
wanted.
“This is a great time of year for individuals to com e see what our local contractors and vendors have
to offer. If you’r e thinking of building\, or in the process\, the SWLA Home Show is the per fect place
for you. Buy and Support Local.”- Jody Guidry\, Board Pre sident\, Home Builders Association SWLA.
CATEGORIES:General LOCATION:Lake Charles Civic Center UID:20190320T1455250Z-583899-611@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210930T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210930T120000 SUMMARY:Make Your Website Work For You DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20210917T1640000Z-583899-1213@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210929T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210929T163000 SUMMARY:Small Business Accounting with a CPA DESCRIPTION: X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
CATEGORIES:Business Training Opportunities LOCATION:Online UID:20210917T1639140Z-583899-1212@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190718T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190718T120000 SUMMARY:Calcasieu Parish Assessor's Office Senior/Veteran/Disability Freeze s DESCRIPTION:Calcasieu Parish Assessor\, Wendy Curphy Aguillard\, and Staff\ , will be at the DeQuincy City Hall on Thursday\, July 18\, 2019\, from 9: 00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. They will be providing an opportunity for local Seni ors\, Disabled Veterans & Disabled citizens to sign for "Special Assessmen t Level Freezes" without having to fight the "Bridge Traffic" to come to t he Lake Charles office. "Special Assessment Level Freezes" freeze the valu e of your property against any future adjustments due to reassessment. You need only apply if you have not previously applied for a special assessme nt level freeze\; if your household income is less than $75\,594\; you hav e recently reached the age of 65\; become a disabled Veteran with a 50% or more service connected disability\, or 100% disabled through the Social S ecurity Administration. For more information on the qualifications to file for these "Special Assessment Level Freezes" and the documentation needed \, please call the Calcasieu Parish Assessor’s Office at 337-721-3000. *Ap plicants must bring proof of age\, proof of disability and proof of income (as required by law) for the "Special Assessment Level Freezes”. **May be applied for during regular office hours 8:30-4:30 M-F at the Lake Charles Office\, 1011 Lakeshore Dr.\, #101 OR on Wednesday mornings 8:30-Noon at our West- Cal Satellite Office\, 500A N. Huntington St.\, Sulphur. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Calcasieu Parish Assessor\, Wendy Curphy Ag uillard\, and Staff\, will be at the DeQuincy City Hall o n Thursday\, July 18\, 2019\, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. They will be providing an opportunity for local Seniors\, Disabled Veter ans &\; Disabled citizens to sign for "\;Special Assessment Level F reezes"\; without having to fight the "\;Bridge Traffic"\; to come to the Lake Charles office. "\;Special Assessment Level Freezes&q uot\; freeze the value of your property against any future adjustments due to reassessment.

You need only apply if you have not previously applied for a special assessment level freeze\; i f your household income is less than $75\,594\; you have recently reached the age of 65\; become a disabled Veteran with a 50% or more service conne cted disability\, or 100% disabled through the Social Security Administrat ion.

For more information on the qualifications to file for these "\;Special Assessment Level Freezes"\; and the documentation neede d\, please call the Calcasieu Parish Assessor’s Office at 337-721-3000.

*Applicants must bring proof of age\, proof of disability and proof of income (as required by law) for the "\;Special Assessment Level Fre ezes”.

**May be applied for during regular office hours 8:30-4:30 M-F at the Lake Charles Office\, 1011 Lakeshore Dr.\, #101 OR on Wednesday mornings 8:30-Noon at our West- Cal Satellite Office\, 500A N. Huntington St.\, Sulphur.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190701T1607480Z-583899-787@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190716T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190716T120000 SUMMARY:Calcasieu Parish Assessor's Office Senior/Veteran/Disability Freeze s DESCRIPTION:Calcasieu Parish Assessor\, Wendy Curphy Aguillard\, and Staff\ , will be at the Moss Bluff Senior Center on Tuesday\, July 16\, 2019\, fr om 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. They will be providing an opportunity for local Seniors\, Disabled Veterans & Disabled citizens to sign for "Special Asse ssment Level Freezes" without having to fight the "Bridge Traffic" to come to the Lake Charles office. "Special Assessment Level Freezes" freeze the value of your property against any future adjustments due to reassessment . You need only apply if you have not previously applied for a special ass essment level freeze\; if your household income is less than $75\,594\; yo u have recently reached the age of 65\; become a disabled Veteran with a 5 0% or more service connected disability\, or 100% disabled through the Soc ial Security Administration. For more information on the qualifications to file for these "Special Assessment Level Freezes" and the documentation n eeded\, please call the Calcasieu Parish Assessor’s Office at 337-721-3000 . *Applicants must bring proof of age\, proof of disability and proof of i ncome (as required by law) for the "Special Assessment Level Freezes”. **M ay be applied for during regular office hours 8:30-4:30 M-F at the Lake Ch arles Office\, 1011 Lakeshore Dr.\, #101 OR on Wednesday mornings 8:30-Noo n at our West- Cal Satellite Office\, 500A N. Huntington St.\, Sulphur. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
Calcasieu Parish Assessor\, Wendy Curphy Ag uillard\, and Staff\, will be at the Moss Bluff Senior Center on Tuesday\, July 16\, 2019\, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. They will be providing an opportunity for local Se niors\, Disabled Veterans &\; Disabled citizens to sign for "\;Spec ial Assessment Level Freezes"\; without having to fight the "\;Bri dge Traffic"\; to come to the Lake Charles office. "\;Special Asse ssment Level Freezes"\; freeze the value of your property against any future adjustments due to reassessment.

You need only apply if you have not previously applied for a special asses sment level freeze\; if your household income is less than $75\,594\; you have recently reached the age of 65\; become a disabled Veteran with a 50% or more service connected disability\, or 100% disabled through the Socia l Security Administration.

For more information on the qualificati ons to file for these "\;Special Assessment Level Freezes"\; and t he documentation needed\, please call the Calcasieu Parish Assessor’s Offi ce at 337-721-3000.

*Applicants must bring proof of age\, proof of disability and proof of income (as required by law) for the "\;Specia l Assessment Level Freezes”.

**May be applied for during regular o ffice hours 8:30-4:30 M-F at the Lake Charles Office\, 1011 Lakeshore Dr.\ , #101 OR on Wednesday mornings 8:30-Noon at our West- Cal Satellite Offic e\, 500A N. Huntington St.\, Sulphur.
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CATEGORIES:General UID:20190520T1948140Z-583899-710@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190621T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190621T133000 SUMMARY:Families Helping Families: How to Introduce Your Child to New Provi ders DESCRIPTION:This webinar is for parents\, caregivers\, and professionals of school-aged children. Click here for more information or to register. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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CATEGORIES:Education UID:20190520T1946350Z-583899-709@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190410T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190410T220000 SUMMARY:Gallery Talk on “The Birds of Audubon and Hitnes” DESCRIPTION:The City of Lake Charles will host a gallery talk on “The Birds of Audubon and Hitnes” at 1911 City Hall Arts and Cultural Center on Wedn esday\, April 10 at 6 p.m. The event is open to the public with free admis sion. Irvin Louque and Devin Morgan will lead the talk. The talk will take place amongst the dynamic art exhibit entitled HITNES The Image Hunte r: On the Trail of John James Audubon. The exhibition is a culmination of the work of Italian artist Hitnes\, who spends three months retracing the journey of John James Audubon over 200 years ago in the making of his 1813 book\, Birds of America. Audubon spent decades tracking and drawing birds in hopes to catalog the wildlife of a young America. The gallery talk w ill focus on the bird species painted by Hitnes\, as well as use examples of how efforts have been made to bring back species that were nearly gone from the ecosystem (such as the reintroduction of the Brown Pelican to Lou isiana)\, and how everyone has a role in helping birds by planting native plants and reducing society’s carbon footprint. “From the time of Audubo n to the journey of Hitnes\, the birds of America overcame the challenges of overhunting and pesticides with our help\, and only we can help them in their latest challenge—living with us\,” said Louque\, parks program mana ger for the City of Lake Charles. Morgan is the interim director of Impe rial Calcasieu Museum\, and his talk will focus on the life and works of J ohn James Audubon. In conjunction with the third floor exhibit\, a Audubon installation is on view in the gallery annex. It is a part of the permane nt collection of Imperial Calcasieu Museum. Both exhibitions are on disp lay until April 27 in the third floor gallery. HITNES The Image Hunter was organized by the Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art\, College of Charle ston School of the Arts. Historic City Hall is open Monday through Frida y\, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday\, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free. For more information\, please call 491-9147 or visitwww.cityoflakecharles .com. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
The City of Lake Charles will host a galler y talk on &ldquo\;The Birds of Audubon and Hitnes&rdquo\; at 1911 City Hal l Arts and Cultural Center on Wednesday\, April 10 at 6 p.m. The event is open to the public with free admission. Irvin Louque and Devin Morgan will lead the talk. \;

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The talk will take place a mongst the dynamic art exhibit entitled \;HITNES The Image Hunter: On the Trail of John James Audubon. The exhibition is a culmination of the work of Italian artist Hitnes\, who spends three months retracing t he journey of John James Audubon over 200 years ago in the making of his 1 813 book\, Birds of America. Audubon spent decades tracking and drawing bi rds in hopes to catalog the wildlife of a young America.

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The gallery talk will focus on the bird species painted by Hitnes\, as well as use examples of how efforts have been made to bring back speci es that were nearly gone from the ecosystem (such as the reintroduction of the Brown Pelican to Louisiana)\, and how everyone has a role in helping birds by planting native plants and reducing society&rsquo\;s carbon footp rint.

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&ldquo\;From the time of Audubon to the jour ney of Hitnes\, the birds of America overcame the challenges of overhuntin g and pesticides with our help\, and only we can help them in their latest challenge&mdash\;living with us\,&rdquo\; said Louque\, parks program man ager for the City of Lake Charles.

\;

Morgan is the i nterim director of Imperial Calcasieu Museum\, and his talk will focus on the life and works of John James Audubon. In conjunction with the third fl oor exhibit\, a Audubon installation is on view in the gallery annex. It i s a part of the permanent collection of Imperial Calcasieu Museum.

\;

Both exhibitions are on display until April 27 in the thi rd floor gallery. HITNES The Image Hunter was organized by the Halsey Inst itute of Contemporary Art\, College of Charleston School of the Arts.

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Historic City Hall is open Monday through Friday\, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday\, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. \; Admission is free. For more information\, please call 491-9147 or visitwww.cityoflakecharles.com< /a>.
CATEGORIES:General UID:20190322T1416110Z-583899-613@localendar.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260505T134538Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190411T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190411T140000 SUMMARY:April Monthly Business Luncheon sponsored by Christus Health/US Fa mily Health Plan DESCRIPTION: Guest Speaker: MARTINA THIBODEAUX Community Outreach Coordina tor\, CHRISTUS Health US Family Health Plan (Providing the Health Care for our Veterans they have EARNED) April's Monthly Luncheon Sponsor: We tha nk you! Mrs. Thibodeaux was born and raised in Germany. She earned her B achelor’s Degree in Economics and Business Management at the Fachoberschul e/Berufsaufbauschule Hof/Germany. She moved with her husband\, who was in the Air Force\, to the US in 1985. She lived in San Antonio\, TX\, for sev eral years before becoming an American Citizen\, and then moving to London \, England. After returning to the US in 1994\, she and her family were st ationed in Lake Charles\, LA. She has lived in the Lake Charles area\, a nd has been a member of the business community in different capacities sin ce then. She has worked for the last 16 years in the health industry as a Specialty and Hospital Pharmaceutical Territory Manager. Because of her he alth care and military experience\, she was hired by CHRISTUS Health US Fa mily Health Plan in September 2018 as a Community Outreach Coordinator and Patient Advocate. CHRISTUS Health US Family Health Plan has been in thi s area since 1993 and is a DOD-approved TRICARE Prime option for Active Du ty Personnel and their Families\, Medically Retired Personnel\, Retired Ve terans\, and Medal of Honor Recipients.   X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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Guest Speaker:

MARTINA THIBODEAUX

Community Outreach Coordinator\, CHRISTUS Health US Family Health Plan

(Providing the Health Care for our Veterans they have EARNED)

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April's Monthly Luncheon Sponsor: We thank you!

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Mrs. Thibodeaux was born and raised in Germany. She e arned her Bachelor&rsquo\;s Degree in Economics and Business Management at the Fachoberschule/Berufsaufbauschule Hof/Germany. She moved with her husband\, who was in the Air Force\, to the US in 1985. She lived in S an Antonio\, TX\, for several years before becoming an American Citizen\, and then moving to London\, England. After returning to the US in 1994\, s he and her family were stationed in Lake Charles\, LA.

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She has lived in the Lake Charles area\, and has been a membe r of the business community in different capacities since then. She has wo rked for the last 16 years in the health industry as a Specialty and Hospi tal Pharmaceutical Territory Manager. Because of her health care and milit ary experience\, she was hired by CHRISTUS Health US Family Health Plan in September 2018 as a Community Outreach Coordinator and Patient Advocate.< /div>
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CHRISTUS Health US Family H ealth Plan has been in this area since 1993 and is a DOD-approved TRICARE Prime option for Active Duty Personnel and their Families\, Medically Reti red Personnel\, Retired Veterans\, and Medal of Honor Recipients. \;&n bsp\;

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Click here to register for Webinar All About Test &\; Assessments!< /a>

Click here for Event Flyer!

Come in and explore a little history and bring an heirloom into your home\, something to be treasured for generations.

Cl ick here to register for Special Education Related Services Webinar

Civic Engagement Institute for Youth

Monday\, November 5th\, 2018\, 4pm-7pm
&\; Tuesday\, November 6th\, 2018\, 8am-5pm
Family &\; Youth C ounseling Agency
220 Louie St. Lake Charles\, LA 70601

Your Voice. \;Your Community. \; *Your Future.***

Register for the \;Civic Enga gement Institute for Youth
by clicking here to fill out the online re gistration form.

For more information\, please contact Morgan Angelle at 337- 436-9533 or \;morgan@fyca.org.

Civic Engagement Institute for Youth

Monday\, November 5th\, 2018\, 4pm-7pm
&\; Tuesday\, November 6th\, 2018\, 8am-5pm
Family &\; Youth C ounseling Agency
220 Louie St. Lake Charles\, LA 70601

Your Voice. \;Your Community. \; *Your Future.***

Register for the \;Civic Enga gement Institute for Youth
by clicking here to fill out the online re gistration form.

For more information\, please contact Morgan Angelle at 337- 436-9533 or \;morgan@fyca.org.

\;Have Fun for a GREAT cau se... \;

Families Helping Families of SWLA...

Estate Sale Details\;

Join us online for webinar - Speci al Education FAQ!

oin us online for the webinar - Ge tting &\; Keeping Your First Job!

Getting &a mp\; Keeping Your First Job \;- Getting and then keeping a jo b for someone with a disability can be tough. \; This training will go over why work is important\, challenges for youth\, the labor market\, di sability disclosure\, accommodations and more.

ANNIVERSARY SALE

ANNIVERSARY SALE

ANNIVERSARY SALE

Civic Engagement Institute for Youth

Monday\, November 5th\, 2018\, 4pm-7pm&\; Tuesday\, November 6th\, 2018\, 8am-5pmFamily &\; Youth C ounseling Agency220 Louie St. Lake Charles\, LA 70601

Your Voice. \;Your Community. \; Your Future.

Register for the \;Civic Enga gement Institute for Youthby clicking here to fill out the online re gistration form.

For more information\, please contact Morgan Angelle at 337- 436-9533 or \;morgan@fyca.org.

Civic Engagement Institute for Youth

Monday\, November 5th\, 2018\, 4pm-7pm&\; Tuesday\, November 6th\, 2018\, 8am-5pmFamily &\; Youth C ounseling Agency220 Louie St. Lake Charles\, LA 70601

Your Voice. \;Your Community. \; Your Future.

Register for the \;Civic Enga gement Institute for Youthby clicking here to fill out the online re gistration form.

For more information\, please contact Morgan Angelle at 337- 436-9533 or \;morgan@fyca.org.

\;Have Fun for a GREAT cau se... \;

Families Helping Families of SWLA...

Estate Sale Details\;

Join us online for webinar - Speci al Education FAQ!

oin us online for the webinar - Ge tting &\; Keeping Your First Job!

Getting &a mp\; Keeping Your First Job \;- Getting and then keeping a jo b for someone with a disability can be tough. \; This training will go over why work is important\, challenges for youth\, the labor market\, di sability disclosure\, accommodations and more.

Click here to register for Webinar All About Test &\; Assessments!< /a>

Click here for Event Flyer!

Come in and explore a little history and bring an heirloom into your home\, something to be treasured for generations.

Cl ick here to register for Special Education Related Services Webinar

Monday\, November 5th\, 2018\, 4pm-7pm
&\; Tuesday\, November 6th\, 2018\, 8am-5pm
Family &\; Youth C ounseling Agency
220 Louie St. Lake Charles\, LA 70601

Your Voice. \;Your Community. \; *Your Future.***

Register for the \;Civic Enga gement Institute for Youth
by clicking here to fill out the online re gistration form.

Monday\, November 5th\, 2018\, 4pm-7pm
&\; Tuesday\, November 6th\, 2018\, 8am-5pm
Family &\; Youth C ounseling Agency
220 Louie St. Lake Charles\, LA 70601

Your Voice. \;Your Community. \; *Your Future.***

Register for the \;Civic Enga gement Institute for Youth
by clicking here to fill out the online re gistration form.