There is so much to do around town this weekend - starting tonight! Check out the wide array of choices from ballet, theatre, culinary events, live music and art shows included on the list below or click here for a full calendar of events! Featured Events Abita Tap Takeover at Crying Eagle…
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Experiencing Memories with Curio-ddities Whimsical displays of odds and ends create a narrative journey at Curio-ddities. The themed nooks and colorful displays truly transport you to experience another’s dreams, nightmares and memories. Have you ever held your grandmother’s necklace, watched a…
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The past year has been a challenge for venue and event managers. I was able to catch up with Ashley Gatte, president of Empire of the Seed, which encompasses several popular venues in downtown Lake Charles: The Calcasieu Marine Bank Building, the Paramount Room, and Cash & Carry. I wanted to get her…
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This past year has been a challenge for so many, including Stella Miller, executive director of the Black Heritage Gallery. There have been stops and starts, twists and turns along the way to procure and showcase artists with a pandemic and two hurricanes. Last year, Stella turned to embrace the…
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Get Ready to Build a Mardi Gras Shoebox Float with #VisitLakeCharles! Turn this year’s “Mardi Blah” back into Mardi Gras! I know it’s disappointing that the parades are not rolling this year, but don’t let that stop you from celebrating. Break out those arts & craft skills and have fun with the…
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With the challenges faced by Southwest Louisiana in 2020 and two major hurricanes, it's important to support local businesses and the community to build a better future…
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Taking an art break over lunch one day, I decided to feed my soul on culture at the 1911 Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center. The intriguing idea of the new Black Heritage Gallery exhibit “A Pandemic Portfolio: Works Created in Isolation” was something that sparked my imagination. When the…
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Sweet, sweet summertime. It’s all about making unforgettable memories, and there’s no better way to do that than to explore and rediscover Lake Charles. It may not look like the typical summer in Southwest Louisiana, but it’s still going to be a fun one. Whether you choose kayaking at Sam Houston…
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Music Brings People Together 🎶 If you ever take a road trip with a bunch of people, you’ve probably experienced a backseat DJ. People are passionate about the music they like, and while we all can’t agree on what kind of music is the “best” kind – we can all agree that music is powerful stuff. It…
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It's Official! Mardi Gras has Begun! 🎉 On January 3rd, the 2020 Mardi Gras Season in Lake Charles kicked off with a downtown party that brought the community together to enjoy music, food, libations and the big reveal of the official 2020 Mardi Gras Artwork! So who is behind this festive piece of…
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