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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Get into the Mardi Gras spirit with this simple Mardi Gras Daiquiri recipe from Bayou® Rum! You don't want to skip out on making the King Cake simple syrup– it is delicious! This recipe uses both Bayou® White Rum and Bayou® Gator Bite™ Rum Liqueur, which you can purchase at their gift shop in…
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Traditional, cream cheese, pecan praline, boudin, Galettes Des Rois... I will not discriminate! I would never turn down a slice of King Cake, no matter the time of day (let's be honest, King Cake for breakfast is UNMATCHED)! We gathered together a list of all bakeries, coffee shops, food trucks…
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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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Santa Under the Oaks – Christmas Event! The first time I discovered Pecan Street in Sulphur, I really felt like I was on some sort of movie set for a Christmas movie. It’s quaint, delightful, and decorated to the brim. This year, the neighborhood decided to create an event along with the Henning…
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If your favorite thing about the holidays is seeing all the twinkling lights, you’re in luck! Southwest Louisiana has some great places to see Christmas lights, and we’ve decided to “spotlight” a few. Grab a cup of hot cocoa and let’s go! Before you head out, please check links for updated…
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Cheers, Y’all! Crying Eagle is back – after Hurricane Laura ravaged Southwest Louisiana. It’s been a rough year, no doubt, but the staff at Crying Eagle is ready to welcome you with open “wings!” There is something special about a locally owned company that allows it to be a little organic and…
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Did you know that the Children's Museum in Lake Charles is open? Well, it is! And they have worked tirelessly to make sure that you have a fun and safe experience when you decide to bring your children. Plus with many schools having a delayed start to the school year, now is the perfect time to…
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Father’s Day is Sunday, June 21, 2020 – Don’t forget! It’s time to put together some ideas for how to make dad feel a little extra special this year. In fact, let’s start planning now! For the outdoorsy dad From the secluded rivers and trails of Sam Houston Jones State Park to unparalleled paths…
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May 15 @ 6 PM Nobody wants to cook on a Friday night. Am I right? So, this Friday, why don’t you “treat yourself!” Take a breather, order up the most delicious Southwest Louisiana delicacy you can think of and relax. Calories are myths after a long work week … I am not a scientist, but I am pretty…
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