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Where to buy Local Products in Southwest Louisiana

7/23/2017 by Amanda Reeves

Posted In: Arts, Festivals & Events, Culinary

Two facts that you will learn in this blog post; Southwest Louisiana is home to some uber creative and talented individuals, and that I have a passion for shopping more than most humans (if you’ve spent any amount of time with me you’re aware of the second fact). Over the years, my shopping style has progressed and I am more aware of the importance

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3 Reasons to Check Out the Iowa Rabbit Festival

3/10/2017 by William Precht

Posted In: Festivals & Events

It’s no secret that here in Southwest Louisiana we like to celebrate everything that makes the area such a special place…even RABBITS! The Iowa Rabbit Festival is truly a one-of-a-kind event that’s been around for over 30 years. Being from this area, I had always heard about how much fun it was, but up until last year, I had never been. When I

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Spring Volunteer Opportunities in Lake Charles

2/16/2017 by Allison Schexnayder

Posted In: Festivals & Events

If you are someone who likes to have a good time but also wants to help out in your community, then boy do I have something for you! Check out these upcoming volunteer opportunities in Lake Charles: 1. Help make the 3 rd annual Louisiana Winter Beer Festival one to remember! The festival will be held on Saturday, March 4, and you can sign up to

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Make Plans for Mardi Gras

1/19/2017 by Amanda Reeves

Posted In: Festivals & Events

Mardi Gras in Southwest Louisiana is one of my favorite times of the year. It’s always a flurry of purple, green and gold at the start of the New Year. Some people even convert their Christmas trees and wreaths into Mardi Gras décor! If you are a huge fan of Mardi Gras, you know that the season moves around, and Mardi Gras Day is somewhat of a

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Mardi Gras 12th Night

1/3/2017 by Colten Miller

Posted In: Festivals & Events

In Southwest Louisiana, the good times don’t end after Christmas or the New Year. Instead, we continue to celebrate with one of my favorite holidays: MARDI GRAS! And there’s no better way to begin the new season than by going to the annual Twelfth Night celebration . This event is the official start of the Carnival season – and if you’re like me, it

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Chuck Fest: Local Flavors For the Win!

10/6/2016 by Elizabeth Eustis

Posted In: Culinary, Festivals & Events

I can’t stress this enough – if you plan on attending any Southwest Louisiana festivals, bring your appetite. Chuck Fest is no exception. In just a week or so, the parking lot on the corner of Ryan and Division streets will transform into an “outdoor food court” of local deliciousness. If you’re like me, you’ll want to taste a little bit of

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Big Screens in Lake Charles

10/3/2016 by William Precht

Posted In: Festivals & Events, Arts

Streaming services are all the buzz these days. Netflix, Hulu and Amazon Prime allow people to watch their favorite TV shows and movies from the comfort of their couch, but the content that they provide is weeks, sometimes months old. The best way to see the latest and greatest in entertainment is still a night out at the movies! Catching a movie

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9 Dangerously DELICIOUS Festival Desserts

4/26/2016 by Elizabeth Eustis

Posted In: Festivals & Events, Culinary

Forget swimsuit season – its Spring festival season in Southwest Louisiana and I’ve got a sweet tooth, y’all! Funnel Cake A 100% MUST at any fair or festival. It’s more than just fried dough, y’all. It’s a part of festival living. Part of the fun is trying not to get the sugar all over your face. Little Hint: You’ll have sugar all over your face.

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10 Things to Do with Kids in Southwest Louisiana

8/26/2015 by Elizabeth Eustis

Posted In: Festivals & Events

1. Experience the Creole Nature Trail Adventure Point --- Adventure Point brings the outdoors inside with imaginative, hands-on displays sure to inspire your little ones to head out on the Creole Nature Trail All-American Road. The kiddos can take a peek at wildlife found in bayous and marshes, smell mouthwatering aromas of Cajun/Creole cooking ,

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7 "Gotta Have It" Festival Foods in Lake Charles

8/5/2015 by Megan Hartman

Posted In: Festivals & Events, Culinary

Southwest Louisiana is the Festival Capital of Louisiana with more than 75 annual fairs and festivals. True to our Cajun nature, we love passing a good time, dancing and indulging in delicious foods and drinks. You can generally find fried alligator bites, Cajun jambalaya and gumbo at any of the festivals. Being so close to Texas, we have that

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Tag - Festivals

Where to buy Local Products in Southwest Louisiana

3 Reasons to Check Out the Iowa Rabbit Festival

Spring Volunteer Opportunities in Lake Charles

Make Plans for Mardi Gras

Mardi Gras 12th Night

Chuck Fest: Local Flavors For the Win!

Big Screens in Lake Charles

9 Dangerously DELICIOUS Festival Desserts

10 Things to Do with Kids in Southwest Louisiana

7 "Gotta Have It" Festival Foods in Lake Charles

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