04_23_2009

VOL. 1, NO. 2 / APRIL 23, 2009

TUESDAY, MAY 12 SATURDAY, MAY 9 Children’s Day Event, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Meet Gumbeaux Gator! Refreshments, games, giveaways

Taste of Southwest Louisiana Event, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Local restaurants provide FREE, tasty samples of their culinary creations.

FRIDAY, MAY 15

OMB” C .

K OOisiana CV B E C Lou FA

Volunteer Appreciation Event, 1-3 p.m.

The bureau thanks area volunteers for their contributions with fun activities.

N! Southwest -9588 A F BE eACharles/all 337-436

“Lak

Or, c

800-456-SWLA • www.visitlakecharles.org PAGE 2

APRIL 23, 2009

Volume 1 • Issue 2

GENERAL 826 Ford St., Lake Charles, LA 70601 Phone: 337-436-7800 Fax: 337-990-0262 PUBLISHER Phil de Albuquerque publisher@thejambalayanews.com

NEWS MANAGING EDITOR Lauren de Albuquerque lauren@thejambalayanews.com

EDITOR Lisa Yates

contents

April 23, 2009 • Volume 1 • Issue 2

31

COVER STORY 20

A League of His Own

REGULARS 6 8 12 14 16 18 28

The Boiling Pot Doyle’s Place The Zestful Life A Greener World RU Game?

What’s Cookin’ Animal 411

lisa@thejambalayanews.com

CONTRIBUTORS L. Kay Andrews Leslie Berman Sara Blackwell Jim Doyle Dan Ellender Cheryl Krull Terri Schlichenmeyer Brandon Shoumaker Eric Zartler ADVERTISING SALES CONSULTANT Patricia Prudhomme GRAPHICS ART/PRODUCTION DIRECTOR Darrell Buck

FEATURES 10 24 31

Bayou Biz: Cigar Club The Bucs are Back Contraband Days 2009 Schedule

20

ENTERTAINMENT 36 37 38 39 40 42 46

Family Night at the Movies Red Hot Books Killin’ Time Crossword Funbolaya Eclectic Company Society Spice Jambalaya Jam

24

darrell@thejambalayanews.com

BUSINESS OFFICE MANAGER L. Kay Andrews

14

The Jambalaya News is solely owned, published by The Jambalaya News, LLC, 826 Ford Street, Lake Charles Louisiana 70601. Phone (337) 436-7800. Whilst every effort was made to ensure the information in this magazine was correct at the time of going to press, the publishers cannot accept legal responsibility for any errors or omissions, nor can they accept responsibility of the standing of advertisers nor by the editorial contributions. The Jambalaya News cannot be held responsible for the return of unsolicited manuscripts, photographs or illustrations, even if they are sent to us accompanied by a selfaddressed envelope. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect those of the publisher.

Copyright 2009 The Jambalaya News all rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without prior written permission is prohibited.

DISTRIBUTION: The Jambalaya News is available free of charge, limited to one copy per reader. The Jambalaya News may be distributed only by The Jambalaya News authorized distributors. No person may, without prior written permission of The Jambalaya News take more than one copy of each issue from its racks.

Volume 1 • Issue 2

28

5 APRIL 23, 2009

PAGE 3

From the Publisher Why The Jambalaya News?

We came to Lake Charles from Massachusetts in the fall of 2003. We had never been here before; and, how we found this little corner of the United States was purely by chance. We were selling our home, a rambling, 150-year old Italianate Victorian, to a very eager neighbor—and we decided that we no longer wanted to remain in the Northeast. Lauren’s mother had died of pancreatic cancer the year before, and as her caregivers, we realized how short life was. So we decided to have an adventure. Our only criteria was to find an old home (for all of our antiques) in a warmer climate.

I went on the Internet, and that’s how we found the Eddy House Bed & Breakfast. Owning a B&B was never a dream of ours, but we decided to fly south for a look. It took just one weekend for us to realize that Lake Charles was the place

we had to be. Aside from the climate (we were sick of snow) the charm of the Garden District and the delicious local food, we were struck by the sincere friendliness of everyone we met. And we were told that if we wanted to get involved in the community, we had come to the right place.

Over five years later, we still cannot believe our good fortune to have landed here. So we decided to publish The Jambalaya News to celebrate life in Southwest Louisiana—a life that we have embraced to the fullest. As outsiders, we still marvel at all the wonderful things this area has to offer, which most folks born and raised here admit they take for granted. We’re here to remind you that there is so much going on, so much to do, and so much to be thankful for.

– Phil de Albuquerque

Phil de Albuquerque presents Mayor Randy Roach with the first issue of The Jambalaya News.

Phil de Albuquerque was born and raised in Mt. Clemens, Michigan.

He graduated from Michigan State with a degree in engineering, and then literally ran away and joined the circus. After completing Clown College in Sarasota, Florida, he traveled with Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey Circus. After the circus, he relocated to New England and was involved in several business ventures, including Rhode Island’s first privately-owned retail beeper business. Phil was an international tour guide for Colette Tours, where he met his wife, Lauren, who was a passenger on one of his tours. He and Lauren moved to Lake Charles in 2003. He is the president of the Children’s Museum, on the board of directors for Big Brothers/Big Sisters, the social director of the Calcasieu Boat Club, the captain of Krewe Déjà Vu du Monde, and volunteers for local animal rescue groups. Phil believes that life is an adventure, and says his days in Lake Charles have been the happiest of his life.

The Jambalaya News welcomes L. Kay Andrews to the staff as office manager. Kay was born and raised in North Carolina, where she worked in banking, as an insurance agent, and at Goodwill Industries Resource Center in Reidsville, N.C., before relocating to Lake Charles in 2007, following her daughter, Patricia Prudhomme. Kay immediately adapted to her new home, and was the Shadow for The Times of Southwest Louisiana and administrative assistant at the Arts and Humanities Council.

She was also the coordinator of V.O.I.C.E., the volunteer group that supports the Council. Kay has an avid interest in music, arts, and civic events, and is the newly elected president of the League of WoMen Voters. Kay’s most important task at The Jambalaya News is to keep track of publisher Phil as he zooms around Calcasieu Parish.

PAGE 4

APRIL 23, 2009

Lauren de Albuquerque is the managing editor of The Jambalaya News. She was born and raised in Boston, graduating magna cum laude from Emmanuel College with a degree in communications. She was an editor/writer at Standard Publishing Corporation, Boston for almost 10 years. Lauren and her husband Phil moved to Lake Charles in 2003, where they owned and operated the Eddy House Bed & Breakfast. She is the former managing editor of The Times of Southwest Louisiana. She is actively involved in various organizations, including Krewe de la Famille, the Buccaneers, Animal Angels, the Calcasieu Boat Club, and is the secretary of Krewe Déjà Vu du Monde. She and Phil share their home with their Scottish Terrier, Rhiannon, and a large family of felines.

Lisa Yates joined The Jambalaya News March 16, 2009, as its first editor. Lisa is a writer and editor specializing in local community news. Most recently, she served as the editor of The Times of Southwest Louisiana.

She graduated from Louisiana State University in Shreveport with both a B.A. and M. Ed. After working as a school teacher and freelance writer for more than 10 years, Lisa returned to LSUS to do post-graduate work in Mass Communication/Journalism and Public Relations. She worked as a reporter and feature writer for the Gannett chain of newspapers: The Times of Shreveport, and The Town Talk in Alexandria. Her editing experience includes working as a copy editor/food editor for The Times in Natchitoches, La. In addition, Lisa worked as the education editor/reporter at The Sentinel-Record in Hot Springs, Ark., where she met her husband, Nathan. We are honored to have her on our staff.

Darrell Buck is an invaluable member of The Jambalaya News. As art director, he is responsible for the outstanding layout and advertising graphics, and supervises our print production. He attended SOWELA, graduating in June of 2003. Darrell was the art director of The Times of Southwest Louisiana for six years before joining Jambalaya. He is proud father of 7-year-old Logan and 2-year-old Autumn. In his spare time, he loves to fish, play video games and practice Taekwondo. The Jambalaya News is thrilled to have Darrell on board with us!

TJN

Volume 1 • Issue 2

The NAMIWALKS for the Mind of America is a nationwide fundraising and mental health awareness program that is being held in more than 80 communities around the country, including right here Lake Charles. It is expected that these walks will raise approximately $9 million in 2009 for NAMI and the mental health services it provides to thousands of families across the country.

There is no walker registration fee. All participants are encouraged to collect donations from family members, friends, co-workers and business associates in support of their participation in the Walk.

All fund collected by walkers will be used to fund NAMI’s Lake Charles programs.

These programs include support, education, research and advocacy involving schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, major depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder and severe anxiety disorders.

All walkers raising $100 or more will receive a T-shirt and additional incentive prizes based on the amounts that they raise up to $5,000 or more. Look for The Jambalaya News staff at check in. The Jam is one of the sponsors of the Walk, providing wristbands at the event.

Volume 1 • Issue 2

The event will be held on April 25 at the Lake Charles Civic Center, 900 Lakeshore Drive. Walker check-in time is 7 a.m., the official start time is 8 a.m. The walk is 3.1 miles.

NAMI is the National Alliance on Mental Illness, the nation’s largest grassroots organization for people with mental illness and their families. Founded in 1979, NAMI has affiliates in every state and in more than 1,100 local communities across the country.

NAMI is dedicated to the eradication of mental illness and to improving the quality of life for those affected by mental illness. The national Helpline – (800) 950-6264 – serves over 4,000 callers a month. For information and education, visit the Web site at www.nami.org For more information on the local chapter, or the walk, contact Marlene Moore at the NAMI office at (337) 433-0219.

TJN

APRIL 23, 2009

PAGE 5

The

Boiling

P l

native of Ames, Iowa, he was elected National Commander of the 2.7 million member American Legion on Aug. 28, 2008. Rehbein, a U.S. Army Veteran of the Vietnam era, will reign as the leader of the nation’s largest veterans‘ organization through 2009. Commander Rehbein will update attendees on events and issues concerning Veterans on the National Level. Organizers expect more than 100 to attend. “Not often do we get a personal visit from the National Commander, so for him to choose Post 1 in Lake Charles is a honor and a privilege,” said Albert Duplantis, Commander of Post 1. For more information, call (337) 439-8982.

McNeese Photo Citgo Donation for MSU Endowed Professorship (Above) Citgo Petroleum Corp. presented a $35,000 donation to the McNeese State University Foundation for the endowed Citgo Petroleum Corporation Professorship in Engineering No. 5. Nikos Kiritsis, center, dean of the college of engineering and engineering technology, accepts the donation from Don Fruge, right, general manager of engineering and technical services, as Darie Jordan, government and public affairs manager, looks on.

CHRISTUS Women’s Health Center receives ACR Accreditation The CHRISTUS St. Patrick Women’s Health Center at 1601 Country Club Rd. has been awarded a three-year term of accreditation in Breast Imaging as the result of a recent survey by the American College of Radiology (ACR).

The ACR, headquartered in Reston, VA., awards accreditation to facilities for the achievement of high practice standards after a peer-evaluation of the practices. Evaluations are conducted by board-certified physicians and medical physicists who are experts in the field. They assess the qualifications of the personnel and the adequacy of facility equipment. The surveyors report their findings to the ACR’s Committee on Accreditation, which subsequently provides the practice with a comprehensive report.

The ACR is a national organization serving more than 32,000 diagnostic and interventional radiologists, radiation oncologists, and nuclear medicine and medical physicists with programs focusing on the practice of medical imaging and radiation oncology and the delivery of comprehensive health care services.

American Legion National Commander to Visit Post 1 in Lake Charles American Legion National Commander David K. Rehbein is scheduled to visit Post 1 in Lake Charles on Sat., May 9 from 11 a.m.–1 p.m. W.B. Williamson Post 1 is located at 1530 9th Street in Lake Charles. Commander Rehbein will be escorted by Department (State) Commander Archie F. Boyette, Commander. A PAGE 6

APRIL 23, 2009

Miles Perret “Mobile Miles” Cancer Services Visits Memorial Cancer Center This mobile program operates from cancer patients throughout Southwest Louisiana are invited to visit the Miles Perret “Mobile Miles” Cancer Services’ mobile outreach program on Tuesday, April 28, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. the Memorial Hospital campus at 1701 Oak Park Boulevard one day a month, providing free non-medical support and information for cancer patients. The unit will be stationed in the Medical Office Building parking lot on 3rd Street, adjacent to Memorial’s Cancer Center.

In addition to emotional and physical support services, “Mobile Miles” will bring medical supplies and equipment, nutritional supplements, wigs, prostheses and other resources to patients diagnosed with cancer—at no charge— regardless of age, financial circumstances, or type of cancer. No appointment is necessary, but a physician referral is required.

For additional information, please contact Miles Perret Cancer Services at (337) 984-1920.

MidSouth Bank of Jennings Donation for Endowed Scholarship MidSouth Bank of Jennings recently donated $10,000 towards the Dr. Joe Hargroder Endowed Scholarship it established through the McNeese State University Foundation in honor of Dr. Joe Hargroder, vice chairman and founding director of MidSouth Bank. To date, MidSouth Bank has given $50,000 to fund this endowed scholarship, which goes to a high school student who resides in Jeff Davis Parish who plans to attend McNeese.

Glenn Pumpelly, a member of the McNeese Foundation board of directors and a director of MidSouth Bank, accepted the donation from Steve Broussard, city president, MidSouth Bank, Jennings, and John R. Nichols, regional president for West Louisiana, MidSouth Bank, Lake Charles.

Fusion Five elects New Vice Chair Fusion Five is pleased to announce that Jay Winterbottom has been elected the new vice chair of its Board of Directors. Winterbottom, a Lake Charles native, is a community education director with Calcasieu Oaks Behavioral Center. Winterbottom will be replacing Adam Benoit of Flavin Realty who is moving out of the region. With this promotion, there is currently a vacancy on the Fusion Five Board of Directors. Any member of Fusion Five interested in Volume 1 • Issue 2

filling this position is encouraged to contact Jay Winterbottom at winbot2003@yahoo.com.

Fusion Five is an organization of and for young professionals changing the social and economic landscape of Southwest Louisiana. The organization supports activities complimentary to its mission/vision in the parishes of Allen, Beauregard, Calcasieu, Cameron and Jefferson Davis. Fusion Five is an affiliate of the SWLA Economic Development Alliance.

L to R: Paul Arnold, Tony Zaunbrecher, Ken Broussard, Mike Sawyer, and George Swift Chamber SWLA Supports Calcasieu Library Tax Renewal The Chamber SWLA board of directors, represented by its executive board, recently announced its support of the May 2 Calcasieu Parish Library Tax Renewal. The renewal is critical for maintaining, equipping, operating, and supporting the Calcasieu Parish Public Library System and its facilities.

“Everyone says over and over that small businesses are the backbone of our economy, but not many mention that our educational systems and our public libraries are the heart of each and every one of our communities,” said Chamber SWLA 2009 Chair Ken Broussard. “A source for information, guidance, and entertainment, our libraries are more than stacks of books. The 21st Century library is a multi-media portal for the entire family as well as a throw back to our childhood where they still read to groups of school children and occasionally have a puppet show. Like so many things, we would never realize the impact that our community libraries have upon us until they are gone and we want that to never happen. The Board of the Chamber SWLA fully supports the upcoming millage renewal coming before the voters on May 2. We urge everyone to make their way to their polling places to support our local libraries, which for so many years have supported us.”

In attendance were Chamber SWLA 2009 Chair Ken Broussard, CPA of The Broussard Group, SWLA Economic Development Alliance President/CEO George Swift, Calcasieu Parish Public Library Director Mike Sawyer, library board chair Tony Zaunbrecher, and Paul Arnold, library board member.

in Southwest Louisiana. ICSA’s mission is to provide a positive experience for all of their soccer players by developing competitive teams to help improve each athlete’s potential and abilities.

“The league is not just about playing soccer. It engages youth ages 4 to 18 in physical activity,” said Doug Gehrig, owner and operator of Calcasieu Parish McDonald’s. “We encourage this involvement, because soccer is an activity for all ages to get involved in, and McDonald’s is committed to promoting balanced and active lifestyles for both adults and children.”

Calcasieu Parish McDonald’s restaurants are dedicated to serving and assisting the Southwest Louisiana community. For more information on Calcasieu Parish McDonald’s contribution to ICSA, contact Jen Breen at (337) 478-7396 or jbreen@ocarroll.com. For information on the ICSA, visit www.lakeareasoccer.org.

Jim Murphy Named Athletic Trainer of the Year Jim “Doc” Murphy, ATC, PT, coordinator of Sports Medicine at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, was recently named by the Southeast Athletic Trainers’ Association (SEATA) as the 2009 Athletic Trainer for a College or University in recognition of his exceptional service to Memorial Hospital, McNeese State University and other organizations. Presentation of the award took place in Panama City Beach, Florida.

In addition to the prevention and management of injuries, Murphy also deals with illnesses and diseases Jim Murphy that might affect athletes’ health and physical performance. From day-to-day operations to the consistent training schedule of the athletes, Sports Medicine provides a total program to promote and maintain physical fitness.

Murphy has been the coordinator of Memorial’s Sports Medicine program for nearly 15 years, and has served as head athletic trainer at McNeese State University for 28 years. Murphy has also been recognized by the Louisiana Sports Medicine Society with the Jim Finks Award. For more information, call Memorial’s Sports Medicine at (337) 477-0248. TJN

Lake Area Foot Care Center now has CrocsRx Silver cloud. CrocsRx are designed for ultra-sensitive feet, impaired circulation, impaired sensation and diabetic feet.

All sizes Blue, Black and Brown Call us for all your foot care needs

Surrounded by soccer players, Alirio Zambarno, president of the Imperial Calcasieu Soccer Association (left), Chris Duncan, treasurer of the Imperial Calcasieu Soccer Association (right), accept a $10,000 donation from Doug Gehrig, owner and operator of Calcasieu Parish McDonald's (center).

Calcasieu Parish McDonald’s Contributes to Imperial Calcasieu Soccer Association Calcasieu Parish McDonald’s restaurants recently contributed $10,000 to the Imperial Calcasieu Soccer Association (ICSA). The ICSA is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting soccer at all levels of age and competition Volume 1 • Issue 2

DR. ROBERT ARANGO 1717 Oak Park Blvd., 2nd Floor, Lake Charles, LA 70601

337-479-2200 APRIL 23, 2009

PAGE 7

Doyle

By Jim

Field of Dreams

Telephone System Maintenance • Computer Maintenance Business Services Telephone Systems Computer Repair Wireless Networking Wired Networking

PAGE 8

APRIL 23, 2009

Wireless Network Setup Phone Label Templates Home Service

It is that time of year again. The boys of summer are on the field, and I find myself savoring the taste of boiled hot dogs, mustard, and steamed buns, sometimes mixed with greasy popcorn and parched peanuts. I love baseball.

The sport is, of course, more than a culinary experience. Because I am of a certain age and grew up in the MidSouth, I was, and remain, a great fan of the St. Louis Cardinals. I remember watching Stan Musial running in from left field at Sportsman’s Park, Bob Gibson pitching, Tim McCarver catching. My dad listened to every game on a small radio which sat on a chest of drawers in our back room. At the time, the announcer was Harry Caray, later reincarnated as Harry Doyle, the Bob Uecker character in the all-time greatest movie caricature of modern baseball, Major League.

(Full disclosure: I also have a son named Harry Doyle. He’s nothing like Uecker, at least not yet. But he’s only 15.)

I remember two stories about Harry Caray when he was announcing Cardinals games with Jack Buck sometime in the 50s or early 60s. One was fairly innocent. He dropped his broadcast mike during a game and picked up a heated argument between the Cardinals’ third-base coach and an umpire, laced with profanity. Shocking, but not intentional, of course. The other was just one of those examples of not thinking through what you’re going to say before you say it.

Seems there was an amorous young couple sitting somewhere close to the broadcast booth and Caray referred to them frequently while engaging in conversational pepper with Buck.

“There they go again,” Caray would say. “Folks, these two could care less about this baseball game. I bet you

couldn’t get them to come up for air with a cold Budweiser.” See, Budweiser was Caray’s sponsor, and Augustus Busch, who owned Budweiser, also owned the Cardinals. So Caray’s trademark was to talk about cold Budweiser as often as he could.

Finally, somewhere towards the seventh inning stretch, Caray had figured it out. “Jack, I think I know what they’re doing,” he said. “He’s kissing her on the strikes, and she’s kissing him. . .”

Okay, you can figure out the rest.

I became re-acquainted with the sport as a young desk man for The Baton Rouge Morning Advocate, and was putting the paper together the night of September 2, 1972. I had been working there about three weeks. A guy named Milt Pappas was pitching that afternoon for the Chicago Cubs.

He retired the first 26 batters he faced, and was one away from a perfect game (i.e., no opposing batter reaches first base). After getting two strikes on the last batter, he threw four straight sliders and walked pinch-hitter Larry Stahl. No more perfect game.

My headline on the story, in oneinch high type on the front page of the sports section, said: “Milt Blows Perfect Game by One Pitch.” Not a great choice of words, since there had only been seven perfect games pitched in the major leagues up to that time, the last in the 1956 World Series. The phone calls the next day were memorable, plentiful, and profane, but I learned a valuable lesson.

There is a reason baseball is called “the American Pastime.” Everybody knows how to play it, and everybody has an opinion about it.

I typically watch two or three games a day now, usually West Coast games to wrap up the day, although I catch the Cardinals whenever I can.

Volume 1 • Issue 2

Now, I’m not one of those fantasy baseball guys who count every pitch and every at-bat. But I do consider myself a fairly knowledgeable fan. Hey, I can even keep a scorebook.

Baseball is the quintessential American game. Catching a ball in a glove is one of the first sports skills most children learn, and the game often is the entry-level educational tool for the team concept. There are many reasons baseball occupies such an honored place in our culture. The rules are simple. There is no time limit, everybody gets his last bat. The skills are easily acquired, although not so easily perfected. Athletic ability varies widely, but an inferior team, in the little leagues or the major leagues, can beat a better one with heart and strategy. The underdog has an equal chance. What’s more American than that?

Baseball, because of its pervasive impact on our culture, mirrors our way of life. The American sense of fair play is often a part of this, as in the “Black Sox” scandal of 1919, when “Shoeless” Joe Jackson and his teammates took money to fix the outcome of the World Series, leading to the plaintive cry of a young fan outside the courthouse: “Say it ain’t so, Joe!” The lesson was, of course, that the players of the American game let down the youth of this country by sullying their favorite sport.

I took my two youngest sons to watch Mark McGwire hit a home run for the Cardinals against the Astros in 1998, the year he beat Babe Ruth’s single season record. Sammy Sosa of the Cubs was chasing him all year. Now, it turns out, they were using “performance-enhancing drugs,” not available to Ruth in his heyday, unless you count gallons of beer and cigars.

Steroid use in baseball reaches close to the level of being un-American, particularly when a less-than-popular player like Barry Bonds is caught up in the same scandal.

Baseball mirrors our best impulses as a society. Last night I watched the Dodgers play the Giants on Jackie Robinson Day, honoring the first man to break the color barrier in Major League baseball 62 years after he suited up at Ebbets Field in Brooklyn in a game against the Milwaukee Braves.

Every player in last night’s game, in 15 ballparks around the country, wore the number 42 in honor of Robinson’s achievement. That’s a helluva lot better way to honor the game than stepping out with Madonna.

America is the center of the baseball universe. I still feel a twinge of resentment when I see Toronto at the top of its division. Why don’t they Volume 1 • Issue 2

stick to hockey, anyway? At the level of our major leagues, baseball will always be the American sport. Otherwise, why would the best players from Japan and Latin America make the pilgrimage to our major leagues?

So settle back with me for a seventh-inning stretch and a hearty chorus of “Take Me out to the Ball Game.”

Boil up the weenies and steam the buns. It’s a long time until October, folks, and I intend to enjoy every minute of it.

See you guys at the ball park.

TJN

MSU Candlelight Vigil in Observance of Sexual Assault Awareness Month In observance of April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Rape Crisis Outreach of Lake Charles will hold a Candlelight Vigil at McNeese University on April 23 at 5:30 p.m. in the Quad behind the New Ranch.

Planned activities are a skit performed by the McNeese theatrical department, a solo performance and a special appearance by national speaker, Jody Plauche’. The public is invited and encouraged to attend.

• Every two minutes, someone in the U.S. is sexually assaulted.

• In 2007, there were 248,300 victims of sexual assault.

• Approximately 73-80 percent of sexual

assault victims know their assailants.

• College-age women are four times more likely to be sexually assaulted.

• 60 percent of sexual assaults are not reported to the police.

• One in four girls will be sexually assaulted before the age of 18.

• One in six boys will be sexually assaulted before the age of 18.

• 56 percent of all rapes occur on a date or in a dating relationship.

For more information, contact Rape Crisis Outreach at (337) 494-7273, (337) 494-7269 or vguillory@cwshelter.org.

TJN

APRIL 23, 2009

PAGE 9

By Lauren de Albuquerque

Cigar Club: Something’s Smokin’ in Lake Charles Sometimes, things happen purely by chance. And, as they say, timing is everything.

Lake Charles natives Robbin and Greg Halker, long-time owners of a sheet metal fabrication company, evacuated to Panama City, Florida, when Rita hit. To pass the time, Greg began scoping out the various cigar stores in the area. “One store had a few chairs and a TV, where you could smoke cigars and relax,” Robbin said.

As Greg sat and enjoyed his cigars, he let himself imagine what it would be like to open a cigar club in Lake Charles, and shared his dream with Robbin.

They eventually returned home, but amid the clean-up and post-hurricane blues, Greg never forgot the relaxing times spent in Panama City’s cigar clubs. And as time went on, the Halkers decided they were ready for a change. They did their homework, sold their contracting business, and Cigar Club was born.

The club has been open for three years. It initially started as a private club, but after two years, the Halkers realized that they needed to be open to the general public if they wanted to remain in business. “A few members were disappointed, but they still come,” Robbin said.

The spacious, 4,400 foot club is a far cry from the two-chairs-and –aTV setup that Greg visited in Panama City. There are comfy leather couches and chairs, wide-screen TVs, a threesided fireplace, a pool table, Internet

PAGE 10

APRIL 23, 2009

service, and a bar stocked with top shelf liquor and 40 different types of beer. The specialty drink of the house is the Key Lime Pie Martini with a graham cracker crust around the rim.

Cigar Club boasts the largest walkin humidor in Southwest Louisiana, stocked with a mind-boggling variety of premium cigars, pipes and tobaccos kept at perfect humidification.

Premium cigar brands include Camacho, Padron, CAO, Zino, Avo, Montecristo White, Cohiba, Punch, Rocky Patel, Acid, Fuego, Tatiana Flavors, Java, Romeo y Julieta, Onyx, DaVinci, Griffin and Oliva—to name a few! They’re packaged beautifully— and sometimes, whimsically. There actually is a Sopranos brand of cigar that comes in a box shaped like the trunk of a car!

There’s a cigar called Purple Haze that smells like grapes (Robbin insists that I sample it on my next visit!) and others flavored with coffee, white chocolate truffle, bourbon vanilla, and exotic fruit. Drew Estate has some peculiar offerings, such as Egg, which looks just like its name, and one called Medusa that is weirdly twisted like a bunch of snakes. But don’t worry, the old stand-bys, such as Romeo y Julieta Cubans, are still available for the diehards who don’t want to broaden their horizons.

In addition, the club sells unique gift items, such as desk and pen sets from New York designer Jac Zagoory, cologne and perfume, lighters, cigar cutters, and humidors—as well as

Robbin Halker and son, Steven made-to-order gift baskets.

The club also hosts various events, including cigar shows, televised sporting events, monthly theme parties (i.e., in February, guests enjoyed a Mardi Gras bash, and in March, everyone got their shamrock on for St. Patrick’s Day), and wine or liquor tastings.

The night we visited, the place was packed for a rum tasting (and what delightful rum it was!), and we got the last seats. The club was filled with people of all ages. “There’s no average age for customers—they’re anywhere from 18 to 70,” Robbin laughed. Of course, the majority of the smokers are male. “I think about10 per cent of our women guests smoke,” she said.

Robbin “samples” the products, but her husband and two sons are avid smokers.

Non-smokers who come just to drink and relax (and yes, there are many folks who do just that) won’t be overcome by cigar fumes due to the filtration systems that have been installed to eliminate the odors and smoke.

It seems Cigar Club has thought about everything.

“I love this business!” said Robbin.

“We have such a loyal following.

Everyone who comes in is like family.” She notes that a lot of McNeese students are regulars, and that a cigar club was recently formed on campus.

As we spoke, various people came up to Robbin to say hello and give her a hug. The atmosphere was warm and inviting—like being in a good friend’s spacious living room.

Family is what Cigar Club is all about. Robbin actually runs the show with her sons Steven and Jason.

Husband Greg got the ball rolling, and now works part-time elsewhere, but is at the club every day. Steven is not only the manager of Cigar Club; he’s a passionate cigar aficionado— who is taking that passion a step further than most.

Volume 1 • Issue 2

Michelle Wilner and Justin Morris Steven had the privilege of visiting world-famous cigar maker Rocky Patel’s plantation in Honduras— where he blended his very own cigars.

They are so popular that he’s currently sold out. Steven named his favorite cigar the Odyssey 317, after a friend who passed away recently who owned the popular hair salon in Lake Charles. When he talks about the business, his excitement is infectious.

“If you want a cigar, we have it,” Steven said. “We have the biggest selection between Houston and Florida.” And tastes are always chang-

Volume 1 • Issue 2

ing. He explained that the ever-popular Cubans are being usurped by Honduran and Nicaraguan cigars, which are exploding on the market.

And speaking of exploding, the humidor is going to get even bigger, as there are plans to expand.

Cigar Club is located at 1700 E. Prien Lake Road, Suite 5, Lake Charles, 70601, and is open six days a week from 10 a.m.- midnight. For more information, call (337) 5628889 or check out the Web site at lacigarclub.com. TJN

APRIL 23, 2009

PAGE 11

The

Life

LAKE CHARLES LOCATION:

3522 Ryan St.

337-474-6625

Raising a Family in Southwest Louisiana

By Sara Blackwell Life as a parent or soon-to-be parent is hard enough, but there are extraordinary issues which arise when your family is domiciled in Southwest Louisiana. There is a myriad of literature available for pregnancy, the first year of a child’s life and parenting in general. Such educational material aids parents in knowing when to start solid foods, or gives advice on what to do when a pregnant mother’s skin breaks out with brown blotches and pimples.

However, these books fail to offer much-needed advice for issues that arise due to the uniqueness of Lake Charles and its surrounding areas.

PAGE 12

APRIL 23, 2009

This column is aimed at addressing these Cajun-esque, family-specific problems. For instance, what does a pregnant woman do when she craves king cake in October? Is it acceptable to breastfeed at a Mardi Gras parade?

What is the appropriate age to start a child on Tabasco Sauce? Is Casa Manana or Que Pasa the more kidfriendly restaurant?

There are many similar issues, such as the proper age to teach your child how to peel crawfish. And how do you prevent the inevitable panic attack when you lose your child at the Sulphur Recreational Water Park?

These are merely a few of the decisions every local parent must make at some point.

Lake Charles and the surrounding areas offer minimal options for private schools, but there are choices that must be made. This column will assist in deciphering questions about the local school system and other similar child educational topics.

There are several pediatric dentists and pediatricians from which to choose, and information on local doctors may benefit all parents and parents-to-be.

Similarly, there are child-targeted businesses such as the Children’s

Volume 1 • Issue 2

Museum and local parks which will be rated and discussed, along with options for birthday parties and the multitude of children’s clothing boutiques.

In addition to parenting young children, life with a teenager or young adult can be daunting and even heartbreaking. However, there are telling signs that your child is skipping the after-football church activities and sneaking off with her boyfriend.

There are coping mechanisms to being a despised, yet successful parent.

Mothers and fathers need support groups, spa choices and fitness centers so they can exercise-out their frustrations. Most of us have been grateful that the scantily clad or inebriated teenagers occasionally seen in public were not our young angels. But could it be your angel—and what do you do when you suspect such inappropriate activity? For most of us, Cinderella quickly turns into Hannah Montana, who rapidly becomes Britney Spears and Madonna.

Parents can come here for ideas and thoughts on raising the polite and sensible southern belle or beau.

The local information on raising a Southwest Louisiana family could come from a New York child psychology expert with a degree from Harvard University. But what would a Yankee know about the ways of the Cajuns? (No offense to New Yorkers; my mother is one!) No, the proffered opinions are that of a McNeese State University graduate, hometown, pregnant mother of two beautiful little girls who think ‘chér’ is a proper adjective. My long-life experience of being raised Cajun, the skills learned in actually bringing up a Southern family and the thoughts gathered from commiserating with other local parents can offer some well-founded ideas Being a parent is very rewarding, and the indescribable love that comes with having children is the most awesome experience on earth. Don’t permit the everyday large and small problems diminish the parent-child relationship or cause unnecessary stress. Visit The Jambalaya News every two weeks to receive educational and entertaining advice in the much-needed area of raising children in Southwest Louisiana.

TJN

Volume 1 • Issue 2

APRIL 23, 2009

PAGE 13

A Greener

W

RLD

The Lake Area Celebrates the Earth

By Brandon Shoumaker

Since Earth Day was founded in 1969 by peace activist John McConnell, environmental awareness has grown, but modern organizers are turning to the world’s youth to keep its message of maintaining the planet for future generations.

This year, Earth Day Network, founded by organizers of the first Earth Day, launched its Green Generation Campaign which seeks to engage ordinary people in helping to improve their own lives and the lives of future generations through efforts to improve the environment.

The campaign will culminate on the 40th anniversary of Earth Day in 2010.

Recently, students at Episcopal Day School did their part to help the environment by helping to replant wetlands grass and trees destroyed during Hurricanes Rita and Ike. The students, who have partnered with the Louisiana State University Agricultural Center, released butterflies into the

PAGE 14

APRIL 23, 2009

wild. The project with LSU cost the school $1,200 but is being offset by money EDS raised by recycling old newspapers.

The project is all a part of LSU’s Coastal Roots Program and a smaller part of EDS’ green initiative, which is teaching children to think about the ways they interact with the world around them and to make more earthfriendly decisions.

Last month, EDS participated in Earth Hour, a worldwide project

aimed at bringing awareness to global climate issues by asking that people turn off all non-essential lights and electrical devices for one hour.

“We hope to teach our students that they can make a difference, need to make a difference in order that we do not use up all of our resources,” said Deacon Boo Kay, Head of School at EDS. “We are also teaching them some small, practical ways they can make a difference like turning off the water when they brush their teeth.”

Jason Barnes, the cultural affairs coordinator for the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury, will give a talk at the school highlighting the parish’s “Don’t Be Trashy” litter-reduction campaign while Lake Charles Mayor Randy Roach will visit the school to witness the students’ efforts.

“Instead of changing the world, we’re trying to change education to show the kids that they can make a difference,” Deacon Kay said. “We want the kids to have a relationship with the environment, not just see it, and understand what the differences are.

We want to tell them that, if they plant these seedlings now, they can come back in 50 years and see them.”

McNeese State University is also getting in on the green action, as Blue and Gold Goes Green, along with several other McNeese student groups will have booths set up in the campus’ quad area highlighting ways students can give back to the environment through recycling, helping students calculate

Volume 1 • Issue 2

their individual carbon footprints and distribute free shopping bags made from organic materials such as corn.

Sundance Solar Systems, a company based out of Carlyss, will also be on hand to demonstrate solar energy technology. But getting busy college students to take time out of their schedules to think about environmental issues can pose a challenge according to some organizers.

“For the normal college student, Earth Day itself probably isn’t all that important,” said John O’Donnell, president of the Blue and Gold Goes Green.

“That’s why there’s been this burst toward an Earth Month. One day isn’t enough.

“There’s a lot of really good stuff going on in the area but I don’t think enough is being done anywhere. Even in the Lake Area, as a community, there’s still a lot to do.”

Rain postponed the third-annual Earth Fest last weekend. The event, hosted by the Downtown Merchants Association, was rescheduled for Saturday, Apr. 25 at 4 p.m.

“I’m just trying to make a jolt in the society of Lake Charles and provide

good stuff for people to see and do. I just hope our festival will help people become aware and appreciate Mother Earth,” Dave Evans, owner of Luna Bar and Grill and one of the festival’s organizers, said. “Our area is very beautiful, and because of people’s carelessness, some of it looks terrible. But I think Mother Earth is a good reason to celebrate.”

The festival features music acts from across the area and vendors showcasing earth-friendly goods and services. A 5K run was held last weekend in spite of the rainy weather.

Among the green attractions scheduled for Earth Fest are hybrid vehicles shown by the Billy Navarre auto dealership, a nature demonstration given by workers from Sam Houston Jones State Park and an organic food booth sponsored by Pure Foods.

“Lots of folks think of recycling as the one way to be earth-friendly, but there are tons of ways and not only putting cardboard in a box and bringing it to a truck,” Evans said. “Driving a hybrid car or buying organic products are just some ways (to be earthfriendly).” TJN

SuperFoods Summer Camp Taking Registrants Pure Foods and Health of Lake Charles will host a SuperFoods Summer Camp for ages 4-13 during the month of June at their 138 W. Prien Lake Road store. The camp is designed to introduce youth to basic nutrition and the benefits of healthy eating.

The camp will be held from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday-Friday, June 1-26.

Week one will be reserved for ages 4-6; week two, ages 7-10; week three, ages 11-13; and week four, 14-17. Students will have the opportunity to prepare their own pure foods.

“Good habits developed in childhood carry over to adulthood,” said owner Dr. Gene Lampson. “Our summer camp hopes to set the stage for developing good habits.”

Healthy eating in childhood and adolescence is important for proper growth and development and can prevent health problems such as obesity, dental cavities and iron deficiency. According to the National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, most young people do not follow the recommendations set forth in the Dietary Guideline for Americans – 67 percent exceed recommendations for fat intake, and 72 percent exceed recommended saturated fat intake. In 2007, only 21 percent of high school students reported eating fruits and vegetables five or more times a day.

For more information on the Pure Foods SuperFoods Summer Camp, including cost, contact Pure Foods at 905-7873 or visit the store at 138 W. Prien Lake Road.

TJN

We provide a full range of landscape services. We also design pools for clients which usually include landscaping and Belgard concrete paver decking.

Expanding on the concrete pavers, we also specialize in paver walks, patios, driveways and raised retainer walls.

So, turn over a new leaf and let us make your yard a work of art.

Call us at 337.794.1531 for an appointment.

Volume 1 • Issue 2

APRIL 23, 2009

PAGE 15

By Eric Zartler

George VanderHey – 8 Year Volunteer

NEEDED: A FEW GOOD MEN AND WOMEN If you attend local sporting events, you will notice how many people it takes to make the event run smoothly.

You have gate workers, concession workers, ushers, scorekeepers, announcers, and groundskeepers, just to name a few. And while some of the folks you see are paid employees of the event or the venue, the majority of the people you see come in the form of volunteers.

Many local sporting events rely on a heavy volunteer base, and these events would be impossible to put on

without their hard work. Let’s take the LHSAA Fastpitch 56, for instance, which will be held on May 1 and 2 at North Frasch Park. This event has been held in Sulphur for the past 8 years, and uses in excess of 100 volunteers each year.

“The people demands are so large for this event that it is tough to staff using only employees—we rely heavily on our volunteers,” said Norman Farr, executive director of Sulphur Parks and Recreation and co-host of the Fastpitch 56 Tournament. Farr adds

that volunteers play a pivotal role in the tournament’s success and credits the core of the volunteers with making the difference.

Like anything else, gathering volunteers of this magnitude is not an easy task. After all, most volunteers have full-time jobs and families, and are already stretched thin. Yet Farr and his staff at SPAR do a tremendous job with gathering the troops year after year.

“The key to getting volunteers and keeping them is flexibility in scheduling and showing them the respect they deserve. They work extremely hard, and we have been fortunate to have a

adds: “I enjoy giving back to the system.” The point is that without volunteers, events such as Fastpitch 56 would be almost impossible to host.

Okay, I know all of this talk of volunteering has got you thinking, how can I get involved? How can I get that warm fuzzy feeling that comes with lending a helping hand? The answer is simple: Ask! Call your local parks and recreation offices or the Convention and Visitors Bureau and ask, “How can I get involved? What can I do to help?” Fastpitch 56 is just one of many athletic events that take place in Calcasieu Parish each year that require the help of volunteers.

How can I get that warm fuzzy feeling that comes with lending a helping hand? The answer is simple:

Ask!

dedicated bunch here in Sulphur,” So Calcasieu Parish, I challenge added Farr. The core of volunteers for you to step up and volunteer. Let’s Fast Pitch 56 are without a doubt a band together and make every sportdedicated group that takes pride in ing event that comes through their community and an event that has Calcasieu Parish the best it can be. called Sulphur “home” for the past 8 Let’s send visiting teams back to their years. hometowns envious of the public supVolunteering means a lot of differport that surrounds our many athletic ent things to a lot of people, and events, and more importantly, let’s give everyone has their own reason for them an experience that has them lending a hand. Some folks do it for coming back for more. Are you game? the sense of accomplishment they get To volunteer, contact Eric Zartler, from helping out. Others do it for the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana camaraderie, and some do it for a Convention & Visitors Bureau at sense of team work. George (337)436-9588 or send an e-mail to VanderHay has volunezartler@visitlakecharles.org teered his time at and type “Volunteer” in the Fastpitch 56 since the first subject box. day Sulphur played host to the event, and says the Eric Zartler is the reason he volunteers is Athletic Sales Manager at simple: “It’s the people the Lake Charles/ Southwest you work with year after Louisiana Convention and year. It’s fun!” Anne Visitors Bureau. He can be Courville, another 8-year contacted at ezartler@visitvolunteer for Fastpitch 56 lakecharles.org. TJN Eric Zartler PAGE 16

APRIL 23, 2009

Volume 1 • Issue 2

SULPHUR LOCATION:

1811 S. Ruth St.

337-527-0318

L-R: State Representative Mike Danahay, Norman Farr, director of Sulphur Parks & Recreation, Barbara Culpepper, assistant principal of Sulphur High and Eric Zartler, athletic sales manager for the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention & Visitors Bureau participated in formal grant recognition. Culpepper accepted the $10,000 grant from the bureau on behalf of Sulphur High School.

SWLA Convention and Visitors Bureau Presents Sports Warchest Grant to LHSAA The Southwest Louisiana Convention & Visitors Bureau provided financial assistance for programming through a Sports Warchest Grant in the amount of $10,000 presented to Barbara Culpepper, the assistant principal of Sulphur High School at the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention & Visitors Bureau, 1205 N. Lakeshore Dr., at 10 a.m. on Thurs., April 16.

State Representative Mike Danahay, Norman Farr, director of Sulphur Parks & Recreation; and Eric Zartler, athletic sales manager for the bureau, were among those present at the formal recognition of the grant.

Culpepper received the grant on behalf of Sulphur High School, which will host the Louisiana High School Athletic Association (LHSAA) Fast-pitch 56 State Softball Championship Tournament. The tournament is a tremendous economic stimulant for the local economy, bringing in millions of dollars as team members will occupy more than 2,200 hotel rooms in Calcasieu Parish, Thursday – Sunday, April 30May3.

“This will be the ninth straight year that Southwest Louisiana has hosted the Fastpitch 56. We are excited to again have the opportunity to host these young ladies, as they compete for the state championship Volume 1 • Issue 2

title. The players, family and fans will be using hotel rooms throughout Calcasieu Parish,” Zartler said.

Top high school softball teams in Louisiana are vying for the championship crown in each of their respective classes (5A, 4A, 3A, 2A, 1A, B, C). Sports Warchest funds will be used for teams’ meals, advertising and printing costs, umpire fees, special equipment rentals and communications costs.

For more information, contact the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention & Visitors Bureau at (337) 436-9588 or visit www.visitlakecharles.org.

TJN

APRIL 23, 2009

PAGE 17

What’s Cookin’ “Spice it Up!” says Chef Charles Broussard of Pujo St. Café Pujo St. Café’s Chef Charles Broussard got his inspiration for cooking from his grandmother as a child ... and has been cooking ever since. Born and raised right here in Lake Charles, Chef Broussard's first job was at the City Club, where he waited tables and was a line cook. From there, he moved on to Pujo St. Cafe' at the original location. After receiving his culinary degree from SOWELA, he moved to Baton Rouge, where he worked in a number of restaurants before returning home and finding employment once again at the place he loves best: Pujo St. Café.

Remember the Monday night Rib-Eye specials? Owner Dan Schaad is bringing them back! Here’s the recipe, and read on for details! TJN

Pujo St. Café’s Famous Rib-Eye with Horseradish Cream Sauce Seasoning Mixture 1 Cup Salt 1 Cup Granulated garlic 1 Cup Herbs de Provence 1 Cup Black pepper 1 Cup Creole seasoning 1/2 Cup Chili powder 1/2 Cup Ancho chile powder Au Jus Drippings Beef broth Demi glace Granulated Garlic PAGE 18

APRIL 23, 2009

Horseradish Cream Sauce 2 parts prepared horseradish 1 part sour cream Worcestershire sauce to taste Roll rib-eye in the seasoning mixture, coating all sides evenly.

Lay double parchment paper in bottom of roasting pan.

Place rib-eye on roasting rack.

For a 12 lb. rib-eye, cook at 200 degrees for about 1 hour and 40 minutes, or until internal temperature is 110 – 115 degrees.

Enjoy!

Charles Broussard

Complimentary Drink at Pujo St. Café Bar April 27!

The Jambalaya News and Pujo St. Café invite you to the bar at Pujo St. Café on Monday, April 27. Anyone in the bar at 6 p.m. who says, “Howaya Jambalaya!” will get a complimentary drink, courtesy of The Jambalaya News! And while you’re there, enjoy the Monday Night Rib-Eye Special.

Volume 1 • Issue 2

Calling All Chili Cooks!

Get ready for the Southwest Louisiana Cook-off! It will be held Sat., May 2 at the Old Cash & Carry Building on the corner of Broad and Enterprise in Lake Charles. There will be two divisions: “Real” Chili and “Open” Chili (anything goes).

Set-up starts at 8 a.m. Cooks’ meeting is at 9 a.m.—and then the cooking begins! It will be open to the public at 11 a.m. The Real Chili turn-in is at noon; Open Chili turn-in is at 1 p.m. Awards will be given out at 2:30 p.m.

There will be first, second and third-place trophies in both categories, plus a People’s Choice Award (there is a $3 entry fee to participate in the People’s Choice Award).

Entry fee is $25. All proceeds will be donated to the Calcasieu Parish Women and Children’s Shelter.

Entry forms and cook-off rules can be picked up at the Blue Duck Café, 345 Broad St., Downtown Lake Charles. Contact Briant Smith at (337) 721-1967 for more information. TJN

Jambalaya Cook-off Coming This Fall Got a mean jambalaya recipe? The Jambalaya News is excited to announce its inaugural jambalaya cook-off, which will be held on the grounds of the Imperial Calcasieu Museum this fall. All proceeds will benefit the museum. Look for the time and date will be announced in upcoming issues of The Jam. The cook-off is open to all. If you’d like to enter, contact The Jam at (337) 4367800.

Chef Mark Madison from a Lake Charles restaurant whips up a batch of jambalaya for the Cowboy Club, a booster club for the McNeese Cowboys. He looks forward to The Jambalaya News Jambalaya Cook-off this fall.

When asked if he was worried about competing against famous chefs like Richard Cole, he smiled and said, “We’ve been in competitions before. Look out, Richard Cole!” TJN

Volume 1 • Issue 2

APRIL 23, 2009

PAGE 19

By Lisa Yates Louisiana Swashbucklers owner Thom Hager took a leap of faith forming the Southern Indoor Football League – and now the risk is paying off.

“We have six teams in the league and 16 applications for franchises,” he said. “We’ll probably end up seeing eight of those applicants come in and play next year, in 2010.”

Hager, 53, who serves as SIFL president, said his ultimate goal is to have 21 teams in three different divisions by the year 2011. He said he will reach that goal, if not exceed it.

“I believe when you set a goal, you have to try to exceed that goal,” he said.

The SIFL Hager said the SIFL consists of strong teams eager to face the Louisiana Swashbucklers – the only Intense Football League team to win back-to-back champi-

onships, including last year’s perfect 16-0 record.

In addition to the Louisiana Swashbucklers, the SIFL consists of the Acadiana Mudbugs; Texas Pirates; Houma Conquerors; Austin Turfcats; and, Florida Kings – with more teams in the works.

Southern Indoor Football League kicked off its first season in league history on April 18, when the Acadiana Mudbugs traveled to Texas to take on the Austin Turfcats at the Travis County Exposition Center. The results and full schedule is at the league’s Web site: www.southernifl.com.

The following week, Swashbucklers kick off the season by hosting a tailgate party at 5 p.m., Saturday, April 25, at Lake Charles Civic Center, prior to the 6:30 p.m. game against the Florida Kings. Cookey’s Caterers will be serving jambalaya!

Continued on page 22

PAGE 20

APRIL 23, 2009

Volume 1 • Issue 2

League of WoMen Voters Meeting April 24 Find out how early intervention is making a difference for the youth at risk in Calcasieu Parish, when the League of WoMen Voters presents Dane Bolin, Director of Calcasieu Parish Office of Juvenile Justice Services at noon, Friday, April 24 at Reeves Uptown Catering, located at 1639 Ryan Street.

The League sponsors forums to educate the community on issues and candidates, but also wants good elected officials, so if you or anyone you know is interested in running for public office or becoming involved in campaigns, we urge you to attend.

Registration and networking will take place just prior to the meeting. Membership applications are available at the registration desk or at www.lwv-lc.org. The public is invited and encouraged to attend. The cost is $15 for members, $18 for non-members. To insure seating, please make your reservation by emailing President Kay Andrews at kayandrewslwv@yahoo.com or calling 474-1864. TJN

Volume 1 • Issue 2

562-0054 WEDDING SPECIALS

Tuxedo Rentals Rental Includes: Shirt, Pants, Studs, Bowtie & Cummerbund

Starting At

$

3495*

Grooms tuxedo FREE with five or more paid tuxedo rentals.

We Do Heirlooming for Bridal Gowns

LOCATIONS 3821 Ryan St. • 106 W. Broad St. • 1219 Hwy 171 • 3203 Ryan St.

APRIL 23, 2009

PAGE 21

Continued from page 20

“The Florida team is a travel team,” Hager said.

During week three of the season, May 2, the Swashbucklers play on the road against the Texas Pirates in Houston.

Then they travel to Austin, May 9, to take on the Turfcats before returning for a home game, May 16, against Acadiana. This night will also be Mascot Night.

“The last game of the school year will be on May 23, against the Houma Conquerors,” Hager said. “This is the biggest game of the year with a salute to freedom fighters. It’s the biggest thing we’ve ever done.”

He said all branches of the military will be represented on the field during halftime, with Gov. Bobby Jindal invited to attend.

Altogether, the inaugural season consists of a 13-week game schedule with the Bucs playing six home games, five away. The season ends on Saturday, July 11, which is a bye week for the Swashbucklers. The playoffs will consist of a semifinal round and a championship game.

Birth of the league With the Swashbucklers winning two consecutive championships in the Intense Football League, many have

PAGE 22

APRIL 23, 2009

asked – why start a new league?

Hager said it all started when the IFL announced it would merge with United Indoor Football for the 2009 season to form a new league called the Indoor Football League.

In light of the current unprecedented economic climate, he had concerns about the IFL’s ability to provide affordable, fan-friendly entertainment.

“Bigger is not always better, but it is always more expensive,” Hager said.

He said their model was bad for business for two reasons: It required a larger operating budget; and, it required teams – and fans – to travel too far.

“I just really believed that the team can only function with a strong fan base,” Hager said.

He said the merger would require

teams to travel as far away as Anchorage and Fairbanks, Alaska; Upper Marlboro, Maryland; and, Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

“Ten-, twelve- and eighteen-hour bus rides didn’t make any sense to me,” Hager said. “Fans don’t want to travel on the road that far – and, nobody flies to Fairbanks.”

Traveling less than eight hours is ideal, he said.

“A three-hour bus trip is fun,” he added. “That’s how far local fans travel to see the Saints or LSU play.”

Of course, teams must continue to make money in order to grow and prevent them from folding. This is just sound business practice, according to Hager.

“A couple of things happened,” he said, which illustrate that point. “NFL

Europe lost a ton of money and had to shut down. The Arena Football League lost $29 million and had to suspend operations for the 2009 season. In all, I’ve seen 121 indoor football teams go out of business.”

Hager didn’t want that happening to the Louisiana Swashbucklers.

“I got up one Monday morning, thinking about the merger,” he said.

“That day, I got a call saying team owners needed to send in $25,000 before Friday. I was very concerned and prayed about it.”

Hager said the answer he received was to start a league of his own – the Southern Indoor Football League.

“Well, I went to work and didn’t think much of it,” he said. “At work, I got an e-mail from the new Indoor Football League saying the dues were going to increase another 50 percent.”

Hager said staying with the new IFL would also require raising ticket prices.

“Raising ticket prices 40 percent would not be a frugal move,” he said.

Not wanting to raise prices, Hager said he started plugging in numbers to see if a new league was financially plausible.

“I was able to cut $160,000 off of the budget,” he said. “I got on the phone with my attorneys to ask if was possible to launch a league in two

Volume 1 • Issue 2

days. After they came to from laughing so hard, they said ‘yes’ it was possible.”

By the end of the day on Wednesday – in October of 2008 – the SIFL was born!

Family Entertainment Hager’s thought was to create a model league that supports building local clubs throughout the region, rather than one large national league.

“The SIFL will encompass Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Florida, and maybe even Georgia,” he said.

Keeping it regional allows for community building with teams that local fans can get behind, according to Hager.

Also, keeping expenses down allowed him to lower Swashbuckler ticket prices. For example, a $200 season ticket last year is $140 this year; a $150 ticket last year, is $100 this year; and an $84 ticket last year, is $56 this year.

“We want people to bring their families,” Hager said. “In order to do that, ticket prices have to be affordable.”

In the SIFL, going to games won’t break the bank. But even more important, Hager promised to maintain a family-friendly environment at the games.

What he didn’t want was a raunchy carnival atmosphere with loud, vulgar music blasting at the kids. He has seen this happen at games in other leagues.

“My wife Brenda and I attended another team’s game, where they played rap music and didn’t bleep certain words,” Hager said, adding there was also vulgar dancing there. “It was

so bad. Brenda and I said enough is enough.”

His idea of an indoor football league included family entertainment for fans of ALL ages, with familyfriendly giveaways, kid competitions, local talent, and more, at every game.

“We’re selling family entertainment,” Hager said.

SIFL’s Mission Wanting to create a venue for family entertainment, Hager developed this mission statement for the league: “To bring affordable family entertainment to fans across the South; maximize revenue opportunities for individual franchises; deliver high impact visibility for corporate sponsors; reach our local youth through mentoring programs; instill a sense of community pride using local talent; and to honor God in all we do.”

It was this mission statement that attracted other teams to the league, according to Hager.

“That last thing – ‘honor God in all we do’ – that got attention,” he said.

Hager received calls from Lafayette, Tampa, Houma, San Antonio and Austin – all with owners wanting to join SIFL. “They said, ‘We read your mission statement on the Web and we want in,’” he said. “People have been calling from Alabama to Arkansas – New York, Cincinnati and Maryland – the response has been great.”

Hager said that’s what happens when you take a leap of faith.

“When God leads you to the edge of the cliff, you have to jump, because he’s either going to catch you, or he’s going to teach you to fly,” he said.

TJN

La. Swashbucklers for Sale

By Lisa Yates Owning both a league and a professional team within the league is a conflict of interest, according to Thom Hager. So the owner of the Southern Indoor Football League and the Louisiana Swashbucklers is reluctantly ready to sell the SIFL club.

Hager didn’t elaborate on any of the details, but he did say “yes” when asked if the team would remain in Lake Charles as a condition of the sale.

He said the sale of the Bucs would help him concentrate more on growing the SIFL. His three-year vision includes adding a total of 21 teams to the league.

“As far as the outlook goes, I would like to buy every team owner, Volume 1 • Issue 2

player, cheerleader and fan a pair of sunglasses, because the future’s so bright,” Hager said. “I wish every other league our sincere best because we are not competing against them. We have a good organization here and we’re counting our blessings.”

A sale could take months to complete, and Hager said he will insist on a well-capitalized owner or ownership group with a commitment to the fans and the SIFL. Hager is committed to developing the new league, but hinted his vision includes more.

“This doesn’t mean I am finished developing indoor football,” he said.

“I own other leagues that I haven’t launched yet.” TJN APRIL 23, 2009

PAGE 23

Still anchored by John Paul Jones, the defensive line features veterans Robert Hooker and Deshaun Jones – Buck Harris will also fill in occasionally.

The linebacker position features an all new cast, as Ryan Garrison and Travis Moses are replaced by McNeese State star Trey Bennett and a plethora of combinations at the jack linebacker spot. A complete updated roster is on the Bucs’ Web site: www.labucks.com.

PRE-GAME FESTIVITIES The coliseum doors will open at 5:30 p.m. for the 6:30 p.m. kickoff.

Hager encourages fans to arrive early to enjoy the pre-game festivities. He said a slate full of fun-filled events is planned for opening night.

Pre-game festivities begin with a tailgate party at 5:30 p.m., featuring jambalaya by Chef Joe Heacook of Cookey’s Caterers. The staff of The Jambalaya News will be there, too!

Fans can watch as the Swashbucklers warm up for the game – and, there will be moon walks for the kids to enjoy.

Hager said fans will also witness a special opening night ceremony – Delivery of the Ball.

“For the first time ever, the ParaPokes skydiving team will

By Lisa Yates

PAGE 24

APRIL 23, 2009

LEAGUE CHAMPIONS This inaugural year in the SIFL promises to be an exciting year.

The Louisiana Swashbucklers have

had major success in the past two seasons with a 15-1 record, a 16-0 record, and back-to-back IFL Championships!

Expectations are high, but Head Coach Darnell Lee is not resting on his laurels.

“Coach Lee is tearing things apart again this year to see what works, and to assemble an even better and stronger team than last year,” Hager said.

He said the 2009 team has some familiar faces defending the championship title, including IFL MVP Alvin Bartie, along with Henry Hunter, Sammy Knight, Marcus Wilridge and Phillip O’Neal.

The Buc’s offensive line is relatively new with returning starter Jabari Hendricks, joined by McNeese stand out Lance Fremin replacing now Coach Dwight Hudler at the center position.

Volume 1 • Issue 2

SALUTING LOCAL AUTO DEALERS During the last home game of the season, the six winners will try to start the car and drive home in the new Camaro.

Hager said Lake Area Chevy dealers also gave away a new Chevy

Malibu last year. They continue supporting the Swashbucklers despite the recent economic downturn.

“I salute our local auto dealers,” he said. “Even though sales have been soft temporarily, they have made a commitment to family entertainment.”

Many have been on board since day one, including: Phil Tarver and Lake Charles Toyota; Nissan of Lake Charles; and, Billy Navarre.

Hager added Don Shelter Ford is on board this year as the title sponsor of the tailgate party, with Mark Dodge and Hixon Investments, also

in ,4 @ Texa Florida K Saturday 0 PM cklers u :3 b 6 h rfcats s @ a 5 w /2 S ,4 Austin Tu isiana u o @ L Saturday bucklers lers 0 PM na Swash washbuck /02 @ 7:0 ia S 5 is a , u n y o a ia L is rd @ Lou Satu bucklers 0 PM na Swash udbugs /09 @ 6:3 ia M 5 is a , u y n o a L ia rd d a @ Ac Satu bucklers 0 PM na Swash querors /16 @ 6:3 n ia 5 o is , C u y o a a L m rd u @ Ho Satu ugs 0 PM na Mudb udbugs /23 @ 6:3 ia M 5 d a , a y n c a A ia rd d a @ rs Ac Satu M shbuckle cklers 1 @ 6:30 P iana Swa Swashbu /0 is a 6 u , n y o ia a L is d u n @ Lo Mo 5 PM onquerors ats /06 @ 7:0 fc r 6 , u y T a n Houma C ti rd s tu u @ A Sa rs M hbucklers ckle 5 @ 6:30 P iana Swas Swashbu /1 is a 6 u , n y o ia L a is d u n @ Lo Mo 0 PM uerors tes ma Conq a 6/22 @ 6:0 u ir , o y P H a s d a n x e o @ T M cklers 0 PM Swashbu Week a 6/29 @ 6:3 , n y ia a is d u n o o @ Bye L M M P 0 :3 3@7 Bye Week Friday, 7/0 , 7/11 Saturday

La. Swashbucklers 5th Season to begin with Opening Night aim is to provide family entertainment for fans of all ages. He invites everyone to come out and cheer for the fastest game on turf!

“We have a saying - We’ll sell you the entire seat, but you’ll only need the edge,” he said.

HALFTIME HAPPENINGS At halftime, there will be a wedding! Hager said M.B. Rich Jewelry is supplying the rings; The Flower Shop - the flowers; Mr. Tux – the tuxedos; Sensational Creations – the decorations; Jo’s Party House – the bride’s cake; Victorian Condo Hotel – the honeymoon; Cookey’s Caterers – the rehearsal dinner; Moxie Hair Studio – the bride’s hair; Australian Super Tans – the bride’s tan; and, Grand Rental Station – wedding extras. Joel Daugherty from Victory Worship Church will be officiating.

Fan favorites – the First Mate Cheerleaders - will also be performing at halftime.

Also, the Buccaneers will be on hand to autograph their souvenir posters!

Opening night features special guest Nate Livings, with the

Cincinnati Bengals. Livings - a graduate of both Washington Marion High School and LSU – will be there to greet fans. He is also a part of SIFL’s 2009 mentoring program.

“We’re really excited about that,” Hager said.

Also exciting – a lucky season ticket holder will win a 2010 Chevrolet Camaro, courtesy of Billy Navarre and Lake Area Chevy dealers.

At each home game, a drawing will be held. Winners will receive a dinner for two and a key. One key starts the car!

ason Bye Week e S 9 0 0 2 @ cklersye Week hbucklers u b h iana Swas s is u a o L w S @ B gs /18 s Pirates

The Bucs are Back!

The Bucs are back and ready to rock the house.

Louisiana Swashbucklers kick off the first home game of its 5th season, 6:30 p.m., Saturday at the Lake Charles Civic Center against the Florida Kings.

Opening night also marks the Buc’s debut in the new Southern Indoor Football League.

Thom Hager, SIFL president and team owner, said the new league’s

deliver the official game ball,” he said, adding Women’s and Children’s Hospital is sponsoring the event.

Art Moore from the New England Patriots will make the official coin toss. His wife Gayle, a gospel recording artist, will sing the National Anthem.

Volume 1 • Issue 2

APRIL 23, 2009

PAGE 25

sponsoring a pre-game event.

“The only industry to walk away from professional sports in Southwest Louisiana is the petrochemical industry,” Hager said.

“Of the 23 petrochemical companies in Southwest Louisiana, only one continues to support us – Sasol.”

Coors Light and GAP Broadcasting are giving away 100 season tickets. Ticket winners will also be eligible to participate in the drawing for the Camaro.

FOOD, FUN AND MORE GIVE-AWAYS! Hager said fans will have a better selection of food at the concession stands this season.

“Food items are so much better than last year,” he said.

“Instead of just popcorn, peanuts and bagged candy, there’s a menu with Tony Chachere’s meat pies; pork and beef sausage on a bun, and more.”

He said back by popular demand are “Swashburgers” and “Hutdogs.”

Hager wants fans to come early and eat dinner at the games with their families.

“Instead of 7 p.m., the games will start at 6:30 p.m.,” he said.

“This is a change from last year’s schedule.”

He said games were re-scheduled this year to be more familyfriendly.

During the school year, games are on weekends. When children get out of school for summer vacation, games will be on Monday nights.

Hager said a lot of thought went into the schedule in an effort to get more families to the games.

“We don’t want to compete with Little League and other sporting events during the summer months,” he said.

Also, the Miller Lite Ice Chest races are back this year with some of the coolest give-aways ever!

The Miller Lite girls will be racing motorized ice chests vying to win throws for their team. One team represents the east side of the coliseum; the other represents the west side.

The winning side gets the throws.

Then, the Bayou Blasters’ Ship will sail by with the First Mates Cheerleaders shooting T-shirts to

PAGE 26

APRIL 23, 2009

the fans on both sides of the coliseum.

Who wants to be a First Mates Cheerleader?

Girls, ages 4-16, can register at Market Basket, to participate at the First Mates’ cheer camp taking place June 1. That night, they will perform at the game.

Also back is “McCatch it, McKeep it” – sponsored by McDonald’s.

“If you catch a football, you can keep it, but if a player comes over the dashers, you’ve got to throw him back,” Hager joked.

The place will be rocking and the Cal-Cam Termite Pest Control blimp will be there to capture all of the action on camera.

In addition to opening night, each of the Swashbucklers games has a theme: • Saturday, May 16 is Mascot Night – Along with Swashbucklers’ mascots, Jumping Jack and Salty the Dog, other area mascots will be there.

• Saturday, May 23 is the Salute to Freedom Fighters – It’s the biggest game of the year with all branches of the military honored. Gov. Bobby Jindal is invited to attend.

• Monday, June 1 is a crawfish boil, because the Bucs play the Acadiana Mudbugs! The First Mates are holding a cheer camp for girls ages 4-16, with the girls performing at the game.

• Monday, June 15 is Family Night with a special Dad and Lad promotion: 4 tickets, 4 hotdogs, and 4 Cokes for $40 (bucks.)

• Monday, June 29 is the Pirate Fest – the Bucs vs. the Texas Pirates. Of course, the Buccaneers will be there to shoot their cannon!

Tickets are still available for opening night. Single game tickets for all home games start at $10, and season tickets are available, starting at $56. Fans can call the team office 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 310-PASS (7277) or visit their Web site at www.labucs.com, for more information. TJN

Volume 1 • Issue 2

2009

Team Roster Source: www.labucs.com

Name Darnell Lee Michael Warren Marcus LeBlanc Clyde Venable Doctor David Hardey Scott and Kristina Loundsberry Floyd and Sharon Saltzman Dr. David Drez

Position Head Coach Defensive Coordinator Defensive Coordinator Equipment Manager Team Doctor Industrial Strength / Trainers Action Potential / Physical Therapists Orthopedics

POS WR QB LB RB LB RB/LB RB DB OL/C LB WR LB/DL DB K OL/TE OL/DL WR DB RB/LB DL DL WR/DB RB/WR/LB OL K DB DB/WR WR

PLAYER'S NAME Allen, Courtney Alvin Bartie Bennett, Thomas Trey Blackwell, Tim Brooks, Courtney Lapeacus Celestine Kirt Duhon Mike English Fremin, Lance Carl Gilliam Jr. Raymond Harris Richard "Buck" Harris Harvey Jr, Brian Hebert, Tommy Jabari Hendricks Hooker, Robert Henry Hunter Damien Huren Johnson, Jordy Jones, Deshaun John Paul Jones Sammy Knight Phillip O'Neal Ridgle Jr., Jeff Thibodeaux, Melvin Brandon Thomas Walker, Jonathan Marcus Wilridge

HGT 5'7 6'2 6'2 6'0 6'3 5'10 5'10 6'0 6'1 6'2 5'10" 6'2 5'8 5'11 6'5 6'2 5'8 6'1" 6'0 6'6 6'2 5'9 5'10 6'7 5'10 6'1 5'10 6'0

WGT 180 220 245 208 230 195 190 210 305 255 195 265 175 180 275 290 185 220 230 280 280 185 210 300 210 190 180 200

COLLEGE Crowley, LA Hines CC McNeese State University Southern Mississippi University of Houston Tyler CC Lake Charles, LA Detroit, Michigan McNeese State University Lake Charles, LA McNeese State University McNeese State University Opelousas, LA Michigan State McNeese State University Louisiana College Southeastern, LA McNeese State University Southern University McNeese State University Santa Monica CC Moss Bluff, LA Arkansas Pine Bluff Lake Charles, LA Carencro, LA McNeese State University University Louisiana-Lafayette

TJN

Volume 1 • Issue 2

APRIL 23, 2009

PAGE 27

411

ANiMAL

DOG CATCHERS: Give ‘Em A Break!

By Cheryl Krull In a world roiling in economic uncertainly and high unemployment, one person wants to work herself out of a job.

“Please put me out of a job! If I’m out of work because there are no more animals suffering, no more overpopulation and no more euthanasia, I will go home today and never look back,” said Diana Morales, public relations outreach coordinator for the Calcasieu Parish Animal Services and Adoption Center, often called Animal Control or simply, the dog catchers.

It’s a common stereotype. Many people think Animal Services is

just the evil dogcatcher out to nab their precious pooch. Animal Services is an agency staffed by compassionate, animal-loving individuals who need yearly counseling to cope with the stress of their job.

These committed individuals have the unique responsibility of protecting people and animals.

They see firsthand the consequences of animal neglect, surrender and abuse. The small staff suffers a high turnover rate while serving an area of 1,100 square miles.

Morales said the high turnover rate results from the stress associated with euthanasia and the need-

less suffering of animals.

Employees leave for jobs that pay more and stress them less.

“This is a tough job. I don’t know of any job that would even come close except those who work in hospice,” Morales said. “The problem with this is that these animals didn’t ask to be born. Many of them are perfectly healthy, they’re cute and they could probably be adopted but we don’t have the room or the resources. All of our kennels are full.”

Shelter workers, veterinarians, rescue groups and independents agree that the problem of overcrowded shelters and the number

Bessette Realty, Inc. Phil and Lauren, you have given me the perfect tool for relocation.

I have wished for a way to express the personality of Southwest Louisiana for years. The warmth, charm, and caring of our people for one another is not easily conveyed in a few words. The beauty of our area, the cultural richness and the zest of our food and humor abound in the pages of your magazine. The Jambalaya News captures all of these features within its covers and serves it up as spicy as the dish for which it takes its name. Congratulations on a job superbly done. This will be an integral part of my relocation kits from now on.

— Derenda Grubb - CENTURY 21 Bessette Realty, Inc. (337) 842-2696 • www.derenda.com

PAGE 28

APRIL 23, 2009

Volume 1 • Issue 2

Diana Morales of euthanized animals shouldn’t continue to be sugar coated. Euthanasia is the elephant in the room. People know it exists, but prefer to pretend it doesn’t. Such blindness isn’t an option with animal care professionals.

People who can’t handle euthanasia quit.

Morales spearheaded the effort to get rid of the infamous gas chamber.

With her administrator’s support she, after a three-year campaign, was able to have the gas chamber removed and replaced with lethal injection. A grant from the ASPCA helped in this project. It’s still lethal, but more humane for the 10,000 animals put to death annually.

They also renovated the room where the chambers used to be and installed central air and heat. The staff was encouraged to decorate the white walls as they saw fit. To date, the staff has decorated one wall and it is hard to believe that the gas chambers were ever there.

All of the staff at Animal Services go to LSU vet school and receive training on how to administer the drugs used in euthanasia. Animal Services is re-evaluated and inspected yearly and must also meet criteria set by the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA.) Only the clerical staff is exempt from participating in the euthanasia.

Dr. Carol Brothers, a psychologist specializing in grief and trauma, gives Animal Service employees a yearly workshop on compassion fatigue. Dr. Brothers is well-equipped to give this training, having served on the American Red Cross Disaster Mental Health Team, and by participating in debriefing first responders (including animal rescue workers) in the Katrina and Rita aftermath.

From a shotgun building located on Railroad Avenue to today’s modern facility, Morales has seen many Volume 1 • Issue 2

changes in her 25-year career with Animal Services.

She’s seen many positive changes such as the banishment of the gas chamber and the legislation passed on cock fighting. Morales wants to see more. She’s working for implementation of a low-cost spay-neuter program available to the community before she retires. That will more likely be reality than just a dream, because plans are already in progress.

In the interim, they hope to have an 800 number available listing the nearest city with a spay-neuter program in place.

Recently, Animal Services, along with other government and private shelters, has been challenged to embrace the definition of “no-kill” as meaning that no healthy, adoptable animal ever has to be euthanized due to lack of space. The only way to do that is to spay/neuter and have people take responsibility for the animals they choose to have. Animal Services hopes that with the efforts of the Ad Council’s upcoming animal welfare campaign and increased public awareness of the vital role of spayneuter, micro-chipping and responsible pet ownership, that they can be a “no-kill shelter” Cheryl Krull is Spinnaker Communications' president and chief executive officer, managing business operations and marketing. A Lake Charles native, she has worked at PPG for more than 20 years as a licensed tankerman and has extensive industry experience. She is very active in the community, volunteering at several non-profit and non-government organizations, her favorite being Dr. Joe Stark’s Lake Area Animal Hospital. In addition to her love of animals, she is an avid long distance bicyclist and a Stephen Minister (in training through University United Methodist Church.) Cheryl is also a would be “geek” and is studying XHTML, CSS and Web design. Please visit www.spinncomm.com and also her new work in progress www.animal411.us.

TJN

APRIL 23, 2009

PAGE 29

PrimeTime Cheer & Dance Contraband Cancer Fundraiser Bring your team or teams to help raise money for cancer. This is not a competition. Raise money for cancer! All Cheer, Dance and Tumbling Teams are invited. There is no admission fee for team members and coaches to participate in this event.

Spectator admission is $7.

Each team will have 2 minutes and 30 seconds to perform.

Invite everyone to donate and have a great time for a worthy cause. Donations can be made during and after each performance. Please, cash donations only.

After each team has registered, we will post performance times the Thursday prior to the event. Go to www.

PrimeTimeCheer.com Sunday, May 3, 2009 Lake Charles Civic Center Registration Ends April 24, 2009 337-477- FREE (3733) or e-mail at cheer@RayGyms.com For more details call Raymond Ceasar at (337) 477-FREE Parking is $2 - doors open at 9 a.m.

Admission: $7 dollars for spectators; children three years and younger free.

Thanks for your support! TJN

PAGE 30

APRIL 23, 2009

Volume 1 • Issue 2

For the daily carnival ride specials, call 1-888-535-2144 Service provided by Southwest Call Center All events take place at the Lake Charles Civic Center (LCCC) grounds unless noted TUESDAY APRIL 28 8 a.m.

• L.M.E.A. | Contraband Days State Band Festival • Spring Watercolor Show— Frazier Memorial Library—MSU Campus WEDNESDAY APRIL 29

8 a.m.

• L.M.E.A. | Contraband Days State Band Festival • Spring Watercolor Show— Frazier Memorial Library—MSU Campus THURSDAY APRIL 30

8 a.m.

4 p.m.

7 p.m.

• L.M.E.A. | Contraband Days State B and Festival • Spring Watercolor Show— Frazier Memorial Library—MSU Campus • Todd Armstrong Carnival Opens • Galley Alley Food Booths • Galley Alley Dining Area sponsored

by Lloyd Lauw Collision Center • Pirate Marketplace opens • Percy Sledge in Concert - Malibu Stage

6:45 p.m. • Jean Lafitte Lands and puts Mayor on Trial—Seawall 6:50 p.m. • Buccaneers Square off with Ground Patrol and Capture the Mayor—Seawall

• L.M.E.A. | Contraband Days State Band Festival • Spring Watercolor Show— Frazier Memorial Library—MSU Campus

9 a.m.

• ACTS Theatre Presents “Hansel & Gretel In The Enchanted Forest” — Acts One Reid St. Theatre

11 a.m.

• ACTS Theatre Presents “Hansel & Gretel In The Enchanted Forest” — Acts One Reid St. Theatre

5 p.m.

• Galley Alley Food Booths • Galley Alley Dining Area sponsored

by Lloyd Lauw Collision Center • Pirate Marketplace opens

6 p.m.

• Todd Armstrong Carnival opens • Lake Charles Militia Cannon Firing to Protect the City—Seawall

6:30 p.m. • Buccaneers begin Landing on the Seawall Volume 1 • Issue 2

• Jean Lafitte & Buccaneers Pirate Parade

3:30 p.m. • Contraband Days presents “Jerry Diaz & Hanna’s Reef” Parrothead Concert— Malibu Stage

9 p.m.

• KZWA / Contraband Days Presents “SOS” in concert - Malibu Stage

5 p.m.

• Rock101 | KYKZ 96 | Budweiser presents “Show US Your Tan” contest— LCCC Grounds

6 p.m.

• Contraband Days presents “John Reno & The Half-Fast Creekers” Parrothead Concert—Malibu Stage

SATURDAY MAY 2 6 a.m.

• KPLC-TV presents “TOUR LAFITTE 2009” Registration and packet pick up— LCCC Grounds

7:30 a.m. • KPLC-TV presents “TOUR LAFITTE 2009” Ride Starts—LCCC Grounds 8 a.m.

10 a.m.

Noon • McDonalds Presents “Laser Tag”— LCCC Grounds

3 p.m.

• Jean Lafitte & Buccaneers Force Mayor to Walk the Plank—Seawall • Band TBA

11 a.m.

4 p.m.

• Lake Charles Sail & Power Squadron presents 3rd Annual “Concert on the Water—Kelly McGuire”—Aboard L’Attitude

7 p.m.

FRIDAY MAY 1 8 a.m.

2 p.m.

1 p.m.

• Contraband Days Tennis Tournament— Lake Charles Racquet Club • Contraband Days Volleyball Tournament— McNeese State University • O’Reilly’s Auto Parts 12th Annual Contraband Classic & Antique Car Show— LCCC Grounds • The Compassionate Friends of SWLA | Contraband Days 26th Annual Arm Wrestling Championships—Weigh-in 10 a.m.- Noon—LCCC Grounds • Galley Alley Food Booths open • Galley Alley Dining Area sponsored

by Lloyd Lauw Collision Center • Pirate Marketplace • ACTS Theatre Presents “Hansel & Gretel In The Enchanted Forest”— Acts One Reid St. Theatre • McDonalds Presents “Laser Tag”— LCCC Grounds • Todd Armstrong Carnival opens— LCCC Grounds • The Compassionate Friends of SWLA | Contraband Days 26th Annual Arm Wrestling Competition Begins — LCCC Grounds • ACTS Theatre Presents “Hansel & Gretel In The Enchanted Forest”— Acts One Reid St. Theatre • Southwest Underground Metal Fest— LCCC Exhibition Hall

8:30 p.m. • Contraband Days presents “Jim Morris & Big Bamboo Band” Parrothead Concert— Malibu Stage SUNDAY MAY 3 8 a.m.

• Contraband Days Tennis Tournament— Lake Charles Racquet Club

9 a.m.

• Primetime Cheer & Dance|Contraband Days Cancer Fundraiser—LCCC Coliseum

11 a.m.

• Galley Alley Food Booths • Galley Alley Dining Area sponsored

by Lloyd Lauw Collision Center • Pirate Marketplace

Noon

• Todd Armstrong Carnival opens— LCCC Grounds • McDonalds Presents “Laser Tag”— LCCC Grounds

1 p.m.

• KYKZ 96 Egg Drop—LCCC Grounds

3 p.m.

• Jean Lafitte & Buccaneers Pirate Parade • Contraband Days Presents “Steve Riley & The Mamou Playboys”—Malibu Stage

5 p.m.

• Contraband Days Presents “Wayne Toups & ZyDeCajun”—Malibu Stage MONDAY MAY 4

8 a.m.

• Spring Watercolor Show— Frazier Memorial Library—MSU Campus

6 p.m.

• Todd Armstrong Carnival Rides Open— LCCC Grounds Source: Contraband, Inc. APRIL 23, 2009

PAGE 31

TUESDAY MAY 5 8 a.m.

• Spring Watercolor Show— Frazier Memorial Library—MSU Campus

6 p.m.

• Todd Armstrong Carnival Rides Open— LCCC Grounds WEDNESDAY MAY 6

8 a.m.

6 p.m.

• Spring Watercolor Show— Frazier Memorial Library—MSU Campus

• Sailboat Regatta Registration— Lake Charles Yacht Club • 33rd Annual Lake Area Runners 5-Miler Race Begins—Capital One Tower

6:35 PM

9 a.m.

• Cajun Pirate Barbeque Cook-off Chef Cook meeting—LCCC Grounds

8:05 p.m. • Contraband Days Presents “Louisiana Express” with Chris Flowers and John Ieyoub —Elvis in concert—Malibu Rum Stage

10 a.m.

• Cajun Days Presents “Howard Noel, Jr. & Cajun Boogie”—LCCC Exhibition Hall

8 a.m.

10:30 a.m. • Sailboat Regatta Begins— Lake Charles Yacht Club

THURSDAY MAY 7

Noon

• Spring Watercolor Show — Frazier Memorial Library — MSU Campus

Noon

• Profit N Loss Assn. National Prayer Day Luncheon featuring “Ken Mansfield The Beatles & The Bible”—LCCC Coliseum

4 p.m.

• Todd Armstrong Carnival Rides opens— LCCC Grounds • McDonalds Presents “Laser Tag”— LCCC Grounds • Galley Alley Food Booths—LCCC Grounds • Galley Alley Dining Ares sponsored

by Lloyd Lauw Collision Center • Pirate Marketplace • “Great American Duck Race”— LCCC Grounds

1 p.m.

• “Glad Tidings”|Billy Navarre Chevrolet|McDonalds Presents “Leaving 99” in concert—LCCC Coliseum

• Cajun Pirate Barbeque Cook-off Rib Judging— LCCC Grounds

2 p.m.

• Cajun Pirate Barbeque Cook-off Wild Game Judging— LCCC Grounds • “Show Me Your Dinghy” Boat Contest

3 p.m.

• Cajun Pirate Barbeque Cook-off Boston Butt Judging— LCCC Grounds • Jean Lafitte & Buccaneers Pirate Parade

4 p.m.

• Lake Charles Power Squadron presents “I Showed My Dingy at Contraband Days Boat Parade (14’ and under) • Cajun Days Presents “Mack Manuel & the Lake Charles Ramblers”— LCCC Exhibition Hall

8 p.m.

• “Glad Tidings “|Billy Navarre Chevrolet|McDonalds Presents “The Afters” in concert—LCCC Coliseum FRIDAY MAY 8

8 a.m.

• Spring Watercolor Show— Frazier Memorial Library—MSU Campus

4 p.m.

• Todd Armstrong Carnival Rides opens— LCCC Grounds • McDonalds Presents “Laser Tag”— LCCC Grounds • Galley Alley Food Booths—LCCC Grounds • Galley Alley Dining Area sponsored

by Lloyd Lauw Collision Center • Pirate Marketplace • Great American Duck Races— LCCC Grounds

6 p.m.

PAGE 32

10 p.m.

• Spectacular Fireworks Show

• McDonalds Presents “Laser Tag”— LCCC Grounds • Cajun Pirate Barbeque Cook-off Chicken Judging—LCCC Grounds • Children’s Pirate Costume Contest— LCCC Exhibition Hall • Great American Duck Races— LCCC Grounds • Todd Armstrong Carnival Rides— LCCC Grounds • Galley Alley Food Booths—LCCC Grounds • Galley Alley Dining Area sponsored by Lloyd Lauw Collision Center • Pirate Marketplace

Noon

• McDonalds Presents “Laser Tag”— LCCC Grounds • Todd Armstrong Carnival Rides— LCCC Grounds • Great American Duck Races— LCCC Grounds • Galley Alley Food Booths—LCCC Grounds • Galley Alley Dining Area sponsored

by Lloyd Lauw Collision Center • Pirate Marketplace

3 p.m.

• Jean Lafitte & Buccaneers Pirate Parade— LCCC Grounds

3:30 p.m. • Jean Lafitte & Buccaneers Board Boats and Depart—LCCC Grounds Source: Contraband, Inc.

TJN

4:30 p.m. • Lake Charles Power Squadron presents Celtic Currachs Irish Boats 5 p.m.

• Contraband Presents “Bad Habits”— Malibu Stage • Cajun Pirate Barbeque Cook-off Judging Results—LCCC Grounds • Lake Charles Power Squadron presents “Contraband Days Boat Parade”

6 p.m.

• Jean LaFitte & Buccaneers Pirate Parade

• Contraband Days Presents “Wade Bowen”—Malibu Stage SATURDAY MAY 9

6 a.m.

• Jean Lafitte & Buccaneers Pirate Parade

• Jean Lafitte & Buccaneers Pirate Parade

7:30 p.m. • Contraband Days Presents “Whiskey South”—Malibu Stage 9 p.m.

9 p.m.

SUNDAY MAY 10 • Cajun Pirate Barbeque Cook-off Seafood Judging—LCCC Grounds

8 a.m.

7 p.m.

7:30 p.m. • HOT 97.9 Dance-Off—LCCC Grounds

• Carnival Rides Open—LCCC Grounds 11 a.m.

• Contraband Days Presents “Johnnie Allan” in concert—Malibu Rum Stage

• Cajun Pirate Barbeque Cook-off check-in—LCCC Grounds APRIL 23, 2009

Volume 1 • Issue 2

Arm Wrestling Championships The 21st Annual Contraband Days Arm Wrestling Championships will begin with weigh-in 10 a.m. – noon, Sat., May 2 at the Civic Center Seawall Stage. Competition commences at 1 p.m. With an entry fee of $30, the first 100 entries will receive tournament Tshirts. For tournament information, contact Jim Cook at (337) 842-8680.

This year’s contest will feature competition in 17 Weight Classes in 4 Divisions. They are, in men’s right and left-handed division: under 155 lbs., 155-176 lbs., 177198 lbs., 199-242 lbs., and 243+ lbs.

A novice division has been added with right and left-handed compe-

tition in the following weight classes: Under 199 and 199+ lbs; a teen’s right and left for ages 14 – 18; and a women’s division righthanded open weight class.

Sculptured arms trophies will be awarded to the top three pullers in each division. Minor entries require a parent’s signature.

The tournament is hosted by, and all proceeds go to, The Compassionate Friends of Southwest Louisiana. The Compassionate Friends is a national self-help organization for families who are grieving the death of a child at any age from any cause.

Contact the Compassionate Friends at (337) 436-9625.

Children’s Pirate Costume Contest Get your little swashbucklers ready! The Buccaneers of Lake Charles present the annual Contraband Days Pirate Costume Contest on Sat., May 9 at noon on the Kid’s World Stage. Registration will take place from 10-11:45 a.m.

Volume 1 • Issue 2

behind the stage. Entry is free. Age categories are 0-3 years; 4-7 years and 8-12 years. Each category will have two divisions: public and Buccaneer family. Each contestant will receive a prize pack. For more information, call 436-5508.

Cajun Pirate Barbecue Cook-Off The sixth annual Cajun Pirate Cook-off will take place Sat., May 9 at the Civic Center. The event, which was nationally televised as part of Food Network’s All American Fairs and Festivals series in 2004, features competition in categories such as ribs, chicken, seafood, Boston butt, and wild game.

Check-in and set-up will be at 6 a.m., with a chief cook meeting to follow at 9 a.m. at cook-off headquarters. Prizes include $1,000 and a trophy for overall grand champi-

on, $500 for runner-up grand champion, $250 for first place in each category, $90 for second place, and $75 for third place.

Proceeds from the event will go to the Lake Area Ulster Project, an organization that provides host families for teens for Northern Ireland.

Registration forms are due in the Contraband Days off ice no later than May 1. For more information, contact Richard Cole at 721-3005 or the Contraband Days office at 436-5508.

Dinghies and Celtic Currachs Go Overboard for Contraband Days The Lake Charles Sail & Power Squadron is calling all hands on deck as it launches the “Show Your Dinghy Contest” during the Contraband Days Festival.

Dinghies will set sail at 4 p.m. on Sat., May 9 at the Civic Center Seawall. Captains of all seaworthy vessels 15 feet and under are encouraged to decorate in the theme of their choice. Prizes will be awarded for the top three most impressive dinghies. Free t-shirts will go to the first 25 Captains that register and participate. “Last year was the maiden voyage for ‘Show Your Dinghy Contest’; it was a great success for participants and spectators,” said Irene Howse.

Following the Dinghies the “Celtic Currachs” will race at the Civic Center Seawall. The races begin at 4:30 p.m. on Sat., May 9.

Let the Luck of the Irish be with all

crew of these historic vessels. “We want boaters of all types of water craft to have the opportunity to join the festivities. Let’s bring Contraband back to the water,” said Irene Howse.

The annual “Contraband Boat Parade” for all vessels will take place at the Civic Center Seawall steps. The boats will make two passes to allow spectators the opportunity to gather all those Pirate trinkets. The boats will make the first pass at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday. Make sure you are on the seawall to see the colorful boats and gather Pirate Loot and Spoils.

The Lake Charles Sail & Power Squadron is dedicated to boating safety and education for our community. For registration or more information, go to info@lcspsonline.org.

APRIL 23, 2009

PAGE 33

American Press Contraband 5-Miler The 33rd annual American Press Contraband 5-Miler will be held on Sat., May 9 at 8 a.m. at Capital One Parking Lot, One Lakeshore Drive. The route will continue to Shell Beach Drive to

Riverside Drive and return. Online registration available at ACTIVE.COM or lakearearunners.com. There will be cash prizes of $100, $75, $50for top 3 male and female finishers.

Boater Rules for Contraband Days Festival • Boat parking on the Civic Center seawall will be at your own risk. City of Lake Charles and Contraband Days, Inc. IS NOT responsible for boat parking or any damage incurred to boats • Pirate landing boats will have a designation on seawall. All others will be first -come, first-serve. There is no saving of spots.

• Boats are not allowed to connect to Civic Center seawall electrical poles.

• No ice chests |beverage coolers or pets allowed onto the grounds during open hours of the festival.

• No glass bottles or alcohol allowed onto Civic Center grounds as per City Ordinance.

• Boats will stern in or beam in (sideways). If beam in, must allow other vessels to raft off. Allow 10 feet per boat length to let raft up to side Example: 30’ boat = 3 boats.

• People climbing on or off seawall or loading and unloading of passengers IS AT YOUR OWN RISK. • Law enforcement will patrol the seawall. The Lady Claire dock (southside) will be for law enforcement boat parking and medical emergencies. No other boats can dock at this location and will be removed, if necessary.

PAGE 34

APRIL 23, 2009

• When seawall is cleared for a Contraband Days water event, any unoccupied boat will be towed and anchored in the lake. You will have to contact the Marine Enforcement for its location.

(Seawall will be cleared for boat parades on Sat., May 3 from 4 p.m. until 10 p.m.)

• Music is for the pleasure of your boat only. Loud music laws will be enforced.

• Dancing on seawall or steps is discouraged due to risk of injury (dancing is allowed on grassy areas).

• No swimming off boats at seawall or around anchored boats.

• No wake zone is enforced inside boat anchored (parking) areas as per City Ordinance and an Idle lane is marked off for boat travel through anchored boats along seawall.

• No anchoring; sailboats must run under sail in idle lane and clutch idle speed only.

• All DWI, drug, and marine laws will be enforced.

• VHF Channel 68 will be used for Contraband Days Events • All watercraft (boats, jet skis, etc.) must stay at least 500 feet away at all times from the fireworks barge and tugboat on May 13.

TJN

Volume 1 • Issue 2

Contraband Days Concert Listings

JAM The Afters

Wayne Tou ps

Wayne Toups

May 3, 5 p.m . Malibu Ru m Sta A huge favori um ” l, se u li rf o e te C d n r with the loca ge o te W n e is C d ic rl o iv W C ta e . ls, Wayne To in ing folks wit n th ups has trav May 7, 8 p.m h his own st debut, “Whe ame Blisse. n ir e al th in d g e ri eled the wo o fo rd yl ir lk co e of music, a , R&B and C on nder the rld enteru le 1 ap 0 The Afters re 0 a st unique com 2 ju a n in e /Z d m e yd ca as e e le b co d re fl b ty a y in an m tl p a s n b e ti e ie s o o d p ya o n n f co e o n m p 0 f ce e e usi rock, Th and rock-de ind 25,00 ew moniker, rived rhythm c for over 35 years. Note any patron ld more than p, and with a n -u s, r o d w f te th for his h The album so la llo is e s re fo so ar ir is ld e ye no one quit -out shows rd th Toups’ “Take dio. Two e like him, a can confirm cords to reco , e m R M u O Dallas rock ra y b N H al /I s a . e le n A th p d legend in its ” music vide th of with Sim o was award own right, n the streng m Award for Best Conce o u b d e al Afters signed e as B th ” . e e d in rt Performa the Silver Lo appeared o ould All W and re-releas nce Video, a ne Star Rem n MT V as a v “I Wish We C nd “Sweet Jo gn The Afters y si to d id e e re o in . ag d A u le s d ct n d rd e it io ” has co io n e n R in a ic l to d Ep is th ti e n Lo g u u ished award isiana Blues Fame, and m r of 2005. s include Hall of Fame ost recently, in the winte , the Gulf Co the Cajun Fr who also ho ast Hall of ench Music nored Toup Association s by voting Song of the Hall of Fame his recordin Year award. , g of “Late in Life” with th e

Kelly McGuire

Concert o May 3, 2 pn the Water Aboard .m L’Attitude A long-tim . e resident of the Clea McGuire is r Lake, TX kn area, flavored’ so own for his original ‘Gulf Coast ngs rangin g from cou calypso/tro ntry to pical, folk and rock.

Island” wa His CD “Re s just relea dfish sed in 200 a collectio 0 and con n of songs ta ins h e sailing exp eriences in wrote inspired by h is the Baham Keys, Mex as, Florida ico and on th e Texas Gu Listening to h lf C Buffett infl is music, you’ll notic oast. uence. Fa e a Jimmy n favorites Blonde,” “W include “C asted On T lub he Young” Fairytale,” and “The among oth ers.

Percy Sledge

alibu Rum Stage April 30, 7 p.m. M th “When a Man r be associated wi ve re fo ll wi e dg Sle Percy llad he sang with eading, soulful ba pl a ” , an om W a s Love ion. His voice that g anguish and pass cin in nv durco g, in ch wren ep Southern soul e key figures of de th of e s on ue m Bl hi d e mad Rhythm an 1989, he won the ning the late 60s. In ard. Sledge tours co Aw t Achievemen er , re 94 Ca 19 n’s In tio s. da 90 Foun to the 100 shows a year in er ov ial g in er at ay m pl w ly, stant ion of ne ght,” his first collect he released “Blue Ni reviews. In 2004, he ive sit uniformly po to , de ca de a er in ov ich was also praised rough the Rain,” wh Th ng ni hi “S ed as rele on the road with Today, Percy is out e. id -w rld wo cs iti by cr ows all over the nd, performing sh Ba es Ac y ar nd ge le his ction into the ess of his 2005 indu cc su e th ng di Ri ! world r sounded better! me, Percy has neve Fa of ll Ha ll Ro & Rock

Percy Sledge

The SOS Band May 1, 9 p.m. Malibu Rum Stage The SOS Band started in 1977 in their native city of Atlanta, where they performed regularly in local clubs. In 1980, they exploded on the music scene with their first hit single, “Take Your Time (Do it Right),“ which went platinum, selling over 2 million copies. On the band’s third LP, “SOS III,” the breaking single, “High Hopes,“ hit number 25 on the R&B charts in the fall of 1982. On their fourth LP, “On the Rise,” they scored with “Just Be Good to Me” and “Tell Me If You Still Care.“ “On the Rise” became their second gold album, hitting number seven on the charts in 1983. Many of these releases helped to popularize the now-classic sound of Roland drum machine, the TR-808.

Volume 1 • Issue 2

APRIL 23, 2009

PAGE 35

Wade Bowen

Cafe Connection 1004 Broad St. Lake Charles, LA

433-8139 Donuts • Kolaches Croissants • And Much More!

Plate Lunches Starting

WANTED

Distressed or Pre-Foreclosure Properties (Residential, Commercial or Multi-Family).

Investors will pay cash for these type of properties.

Call Aimee Stawecki at

515-6990 E-mail: aimee@structrurex.net

May 1st Mon., Wed., Fri., Family Owned and Operated

attacked by the American troops. The alien is fired upon and the robot blows the army away.

Meanwhile, the Secretary of Defense (Bates) is standing in for the president, who has been whisked to safety.

More alien ships are landing across the planet, with riots r m ende's Museu ensuing and l l E n dren a D the military mobiBy e Chil lizing in an explosion of Bh t or of t c movie nostalgia. e r Di Will the single mom-microbiologist be able to sway the alien Klaatu from his mysterious mission? Will her stepson accept him as a person and fatherThe Day the Earth Stood Still figure? Will GORT the robot 2008 (DVD) (Genetically Organized Robotic Technology) be able to get work as an The Day the Earth Stood Still is a Iron Man stand-in? Will the earth surremake of the classic 1951 B-movie of vive? Will we survive another alien the same name. It features an all-star invasion movie? cast, including Keanu Reeves, Cathy In my opinion, this remake is Bates, and Jennifer Connelly. A spacetedious and overdone, and an insult to ship lands in Central Park carrying an its fine cast. The movie pays too much alien ambassador to earth (Reeves) and homage to the original while making a robot. An American scientist/single all the predictable updates. mom (Connelly) is on the scene and A perfect example of this is the way tries to help the ambassador, who is the focus of the aliens’ mission has PAGE 36

APRIL 23, 2009

May 8, 9 p.m. Mal ibu Rum Stage Wade Bowen is alr eady a familiar and awarded name in music, pe rforming along the active touring highways of Texas and the Sout hwest and selling out top venues. Carving ou t a dedicated fan base with his magnetic appe al and proven abilities, W ade Bowen has en joyed a Wade Bowen seven- year stint as a leader among th e flourishing Amer and Alt-Country m icana usic community. Fr om the numerous of his February 2006 su ccesses release, “Lost Hote l,” to his recent tour Lee Ann Womack an with d Friends, Wade Bo wen shows absolu no sign of slowing tely down.

Johnnie Allan

Rum Stage May 9, 6:35 p.m. Malibu ts with his lly melding his Cajun roo Allan has been successfu d—rather rs better part of 40 yea an beloved rock ‘n’ roll for the ns—has cer con alism for commercial than cashing in his region Louisiana uth So development of the been a prime player in the mpions of cha st been one of the greate rock ‘n’ roll style. He’s also d bayous an ds roa ian, traveling the back that in all things musically Acad ne sce a of otographic evidence were of the state in search of ph o wh se tho ly been glimpsed by far too many cases, has on . ed en pp TJN en there when it all ha lucky enough to have be

changed. In the 1951 version, they warned the earth to mend its destructive ways or they would wipe out the human race. In this new version, earthlings are definitely destroying the precious ecosystem and biology of planet earth, so they definitely must be wiped out. Subtle differences like this will keep viewers on their toes, if not the edges of their seats. Given the obvious references to global conservation in place of world peace, I think the directors missed a perfect chance to rename GORT after a famous senator from Tennessee (Green Oldster Representing Ecologists).

Other updates include a multiracial family (with Jaden Smith perfectly playing a strong-willed son), a female Secretary of Defense, and some really nasty nano-technology reminiscent of Michael Crichton’s book, Swarm. Finally, there is Keanu Reeves himself as the strange alien Klaatu. (“We’re going to ask you some questions, Mr. Klaatu.” “Oh yeah, well I have one for you first: What size is your suit?” “42 Long.” Zap! Exit Klaatu in a pinstripe.)

Unfortunately, it seems like more attention was paid to special effects than the story. Award-winning actress Cathy Bates is upstaged by GORT, who is now a King Kong-sized robot, with more computer graphics backup than a

Marvel super hero. The spaceships have gone from loveable tin-can flying saucers to sophisticated fractal cloudspheres. Basically, this movie isn’t any better than the original, just more expensive.

The movie is rated PG-13, but it won’t be too rough for most third graders, although some may get bored when there’s no robot on screen. But parents should be aware of one scene when a technician is locked down in a room with GORT and the man’s supervisor won’t let him out, even though he is obviously in sci-fi peril. This is definitely not for younger kids, nor is the skin-crawling nanotechnology that almost kills the little boy. I confess my favorite special effect was the disintegration of a computer-generated football stadium, although this image may be disturbing to some Super Bowl Fans.

Personal reactions aside, many people I talked to enjoyed this movie, especially the video store workers who rented me the DVD. The main comment I heard was, “Keanu Reeves was a perfect choice to play the alien. He doesn’t seem human in any of his movies.”

The one redeeming factor of the DVD is that the original 1951 version is included on the disk. Make some popcorn and watch it instead. TJN Volume 1 • Issue 2

By Terri Schlichenmeyer

Medical Myth-Buster Separates Fact from Fiction Your friend swears that she absolutely must drink eight glasses of water each day. She says it’s for her health, and she swears by it.

But you’re a little confused. She also drinks coffee, and isn’t that a diuretic? But she says she needs caffeine to stave off Alzheimer’s, and she thinks the cream she pours in the cup will keep her bones strong. Plus, she claims, java keeps her cholesterol down.

You’ve heard water is important and coffee is bad. Meanwhile, your

Volume 1 • Issue 2

friend says she’s backed up by modern science.

In the book Medical Myths That Can Kill You by Nancy L. Snyderman, M.D., you’ll learn the truth about such folklore, as well as some common beliefs that could literally put you in an early grave.

With the availability of information on the Internet and the cost of health care these days, diagnosis and treatment by do-it-yourself medicine is tempting. Don’t do it, Snyderman says. When it comes to taking care of

yourself, listening to your computer, your neighbor, or Mom may be bad for you.

Number one – perhaps most important – never skip your annual physical. Make a yearly appointment on your birthday, so you never forget it. Ask questions, be a pro-active partner with your doctor, and stifle your fear. Early diagnosis for a serious malady is key to surviving it. And keep in mind that the Internet is a great information tool, but your home computer can’t evaluate your symptoms.

Keep up to date on your vaccinations. Be vocal if you don’t think you’re being treated right. Find a doctor you can trust (and who shows interest in you beyond the physical examination.) Be aware of heart disease and stroke at any age.

Understand that cancer is not a death sentence.

As for those tried-and-truisms that you’ve believed all your life, well, many of those aren’t true. You can’t catch a cold by going outside.

Continued on page 38

APRIL 23, 2009

PAGE 37

Killin’ Time Crossword

Continued from page 37

Chocolate doesn’t cause acne, but it’s (yay!) good for your body. You can eat ice cream for dinner now and then, and live to tell. Neither cell phones nor antiperspirant cause cancer. “All natural” doesn’t mean all safe.

You can’t just “snap out of ” depression.

And your friend’s beliefs? She’s right and she’s wrong.

I normally take good care of my books, but my copy of Medical Myths That Can Kill You is dog-eared and slightly worn. That’s because I spent a lot of time flipping back and forth, amazed at what I believed versus the truth.

It’s easy to be scared (or to overreact) when it comes to taking care of yourself, but Dr. Snyderman makes it feel easier to be healthy. This book will help you focus on the important things to keep you well, and it winnows out the quaint-but-useless old wives’ tales from the things that are true and valid.

Now out in paperback, Medical Myths That Can Kill You is an incredible bargain at under $20. Get one for your bookcase, and never make a myth-take with your health again.

Medical Myths That Can Kill You

By Nancy L. Snyderman, M.D. Copyright 2008 Three Rivers Press $14.95 / $17.50 Canada 274 pages Terri Shlichenmeyer has been reading since she was 3 years old, and never goes anywhere without a book.

She lives on a hill in Wisconsin with two dogs and 11,000 books. TJN

PAGE 38

APRIL 23, 2009

Volume 1 • Issue 2

U A B A F N OLY

SWASHBUCKLERS 2009 WORD SEARCH T H H E P U

I

T D F C C A P F

T E N N S A

I

A B K S F

I

P O

L A B T O O F O C W A

I

L O

L

P M N M

I H T R O N A H E A E

X E W P H S A R U P S E B Y E W T O U C H D O W N H C A O C I C D S T N U P O P B H A F P E X T R A P O

I N T U M A F S

F U S O C H P R F F C A H S A F

I R S T M A T E S K T F N M

O E

I

I

A N S H W F L O Y M C

Catch

Football

Referee

Championship

Helmet

Run

Coach

Kickoff

Swashbucklers

L U A R K S X E T H

Extra Point

Pass

Team

K X F E O W T B A T E C N E T

First Down

Playoffs

Touchdown

First Mates

Punt

K F F H S P A E R L E R N R

I

C D C S O P U A N A R R E O O I

T U C L

Start Here

Volume 1 • Issue 2

APRIL 23, 2009

PAGE 39

The Life I Love Is (Listening To) Music with My Friends Festival Tours International and Steve Riley and the Mamou Playboys

By Leslie Berman I was a young woman when I first came south to Louisiana on what became an annual pilgrimage to the music in New Orleans, Lafayette, Eunice, Ville Platte, Mamou. I already knew about Cajun and Zydeco from hearing Nathan Abshire, the Balfa Freres, Michael Doucet avec Beausoleil, Antoine “Bois Sec” Ardoin and Canray Fontenot, John Delafose, Clifton Chenier, Dennis McGhee, and the Savoy Family, from years of folk festival-going in the northeast. But even the laid-back atmosphere of a festival was too formal for Cajun, la-la, and Zydeco. I wanted to hear them played as they were meant to be – at home.

So I took a little trip down the mighty “Mississipp.” My friend Nancy Covey, a former concert programmer from Santa Monica, Cal., who had semi-retired before her marriage to English guitarist, songwriter, and influence on several Cajun bands, Richard Thompson, continued to run Festival Tours International, a tour company for non-tourists, to take people behind the scenes and into the homes and lives of musicians from many different root stocks.

PAGE 40

APRIL 23, 2009

Louisiana was a natural destination for one of her freewheeling jaunts, because there was a pre-fabbed shape to drape the tour on – bookend weekends of the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival – and who doesn’t love to get the insider’s view and a hotel bargain, especially when the city you’re visiting is full up with revelers?

In the beginning, Nancy’s tour groups, including the hard-to-impress pros of my music critique-ing crowd, even stayed in the same hotel where the festival put the out-of-town musicians. Talk about your backstage pass!

But the heart of Nancy’s Louisiana tour was always the week between the weekends. For three days, she could draw her tour-goers westward to Cajun country, where she really wanted to be. There were some standard components: Alligator Annie’s (and later, Blackie Guidry’s) swamp tour-cum-Cajun concert, Floyd Soileau’s record-pressing plant (till it burned down) and the “live in-store” Zydeco band, Avery Island’s Tabasco tour (gist of the tour: “Tabasco is made from peppers and salt.”), or a visit to a rice mill (where we once got tiny bags to throw at music critic Steve Hochman’s part-ofthe-tour wedding to Frommer’s New Orleans Guide author Mary Herczog), a gourmet cooking class with Chef Pat Mould at Jefferson Island, accompanied by the fiddle and guitar duets of Michael and Sharon Doucet, and the hand-to-hand combat of pre-boil crawfishing in someone’s rice paddy.

Those events and activities were reliable fun, but all were lagniappe. The tour was really hung on the triple peaks of a crawfish boil, a barbecue, and an afternoon snack of Crystal Light lemonade and homemade cookies – local party comfort food shared during intimate musical visits with the musicmakers, their families, their neighbors, and old and new friends at their homes – at the farmhouse of Cajun accordionmaker Marc Savoy and his Cajun music historian wife Ann, at Zydeco accordionist Geno Delafose’s farm with its flatbed truck stage, and in the yard of singer-songwriter-guitarist (the “Cajun Hank Williams”) D.L. Menard’s modest house next to his (almost defunct) chair factory.

The music at each of those places was the best jamming around. And the dancing! You haven’t lived until you’ve Cajun two-stepped on hard-packed earth, with maw-maws bouncing toddlers and the dogs barking merrily

around you, or done the dirty dog Zydeco style in ankle-deep grass under the stars with the bottles clicking and the triangles and froittoirs (aluminum rubboards) chanky-chanking while a pickup band of unknown and famous family and friends play and sing their hearts out.

In that heated atmosphere, you become an honorary member of the family in the space of a heartbeat. It’s no wonder that Nancy’s tours get filled up with alumni every year. For most of us, it’s a family reunion: Mary and Steve always bring a red velvet anniversary cake to the crawfish boil, and the siren’s call of the music keeps drawing us back from wherever we call home. [More info on Louisiana Tour 2010 (sorry folks, not this year) can be had from www.festtours.com.]

Now what, you may be wondering, does any of this have to do with Steve Riley and the Mamou Playboys, who played for a packed, culturally diverse crowd for the Banners Series (shared with the Louisiana Crossroads live music and interview radio series) at the finally reopened Bulber Auditorium at MSU a month back?

I could point to accordionist Steve’s close relationship with his accordion-building cousin Marc Savoy, or to the band’s family-dinner styled self-mocking answers to Todd Mouton’s friendly questions, or to the dancing outside that Lake Charlesians have done when Steve’s played for Downtown At Sundown, in the big parking lot on Ryan Street, and will do again, when he plays Contraband Days at the Civic Center Amphitheater May 3 (3 – 4:30 p.m.).

But those aren’t the reasons why, after years of listening with only half an ear to this very talented guy, who went from boy band cute at the start of his set to old man tough as his five o’ clock shadow grew in, and who’d previously struck me as too slick to be playing truthfully, I became a big Steve Riley fan that Banners/Crossroads night, and came home with “The Best of Steve Riley and the Mamou Playboys” [Rounder Records 2008], the band’s two-disc 20th Anniversary CD, to prove it.

It has everything to do with the feeling I get when I’m listening to authentic music – written and sung to communicate the full palate of emotions – when it’s played and sung by excellent musicians who have, and give, something more than even an elegiac performance.

That Banners/Crossroads night, the band was great, the night was mellow. David Greely (fiddle) and Sam Broussard (guitar) played heartbreaking solos, and Steve sang and played till he was wringing wet and then some. And in slow songs like “Aux Natchitoches,” moderate tempo tunes like the “Ardoin Medley,” and hot numbers like “King Zydeco,” Riley did to me what he’d never done to me before – he made me know I’d come home. TJN Volume 1 • Issue 2

Volume 1 • Issue 2

APRIL 23, 2009

PAGE 41

McNeese McLeod Lecture Series presented “In the Halls of Power--The Legacy of Louisiana’s Elected Women” at Central School –and the halls of the school were filled with illustrious women who have made a difference in Louisiana politics.

Paul Hart Miller, founder of the McNeese McLeod Lecture Series, shares a laugh with Ben Mount and Lenn Knapp.

Mavis Raggio and Jean Poe

Lola Carpenter, Janet Bice and Ruth Girola.

Gaylyn Fullington and Dawn Leger.

Mark Judson with Caroline Solari and Rachel Judson.

Missy Shaddock, Patty Gandy and Angell Wright.

Kori Hebert, 2009 William L. McLeod Scholar, with Dr. Henry Sirgo, Professor of Political Science at McNeese State University.

Spring heralds a multitude of thoughts, activities and the Arts and Humanities Council’s Spring Art Walk.

The 2009 Spring Art Walk presented a variety of artists, art mediums and venues, allowing art enthusiasts an evening of leisurely art appreciation time.

Photographer Blaine Bourgeois and Maggie King PAGE 42

APRIL 23, 2009

Al and Patricia Prebula enjoy a carriage ride with friends courtesy of Sylvia’s Bistro Volume 1 • Issue 2

Another bus load – SAM, Megan Biglane, Ashton Lippert and Lee Wallace are excited about Art Walk.

Julie Dallas, Mary Claire Pugh with artist Kevin Leveque and wife Pat at Art Walk opening night.

The Children’s Museum was host for the Art Walk. Shown are Emilio Hidalgo, Pilar Bossano, Melissa Pousson, artist, and husband John.

Drew LeBorde and Charlie Guidry displayed their art in the Muller’s Building for Art Walk.

Making the rounds at Art Walk are Gary France, Marcianna Shogan and Tung Doan.

Marc Lefevre of West Bank Bros with wife Shonda, on bike, and Fay & John Leverkuhn, bike owner at the Art Walk.

It was a lovely Palm Sunday afternoon for the Calcasieu Historical Preservation Society’s 34th Annual Tour. The former Plantation House Restaurant, the LeJeune Cottage, the Sockrider House, the Shawa House and the Charles Harris House presented interior and exterior features and amenities admired by all who took the tour.

Mary Alice and Arthur O’Keefe wait to enter the LeJeune Cottage at the Palm Sunday Homes Tour.

Lily and Frances Fazzio with Barbara Chiasson wait to enter the Sockrider House on the Tour of Homes.

Volume 1 • Issue 2

Bernie Simon and Theresa Wilfert.

Melanie Crader and Mike Johnson making the rounds.

Enjoying the Tour of Homes are William Coltrin and A.J. Smith.

APRIL 23, 2009

PAGE 43

The Lake Charles Symphony is topnotch in its artistic and cultural community presentations that thrill, educate and enlighten its audience. One such event is the Lake Charles Symphony’s Annual Free Family Concert, which featured the Francis G. Bulber Youth Orchestra and the Lake Charles Symphony Orchestra.

Nell Solano and Alice Nester.

Grant and Caroline Harrington.

PAGE 44

APRIL 23, 2009

David Breland and Kyla Vallot.

Alex Ardabili, with Dorothy Sahlmann, piano teacher and Alex’s mom, Boddie Melville at the Family Concert.

Paul Redding, Instructor for Petite Sinfonietta, with student Alexandra Parsons and visitor Chloe Derouen.

Volume 1 • Issue 2

The Lake Charles Piano Teachers Association presented the 2009 District Piano Rally Honors Recital in Ralph Squires Auditorium. The rally included students as young as first-graders, and the performances were exceptional, performing a variety of sonatas, movements, boogies and other compositions. TJN Matthew and Noah Lejeune with piano teacher Susan Arrington.

Lisa Tauzin shown with three of her piano students, Seana, Shannon and Sheila Flood at the Honors Recital.

Hyobin Lee, Huyoel Lee, Michael Bennett, Dietrich Jessen, Shannon Flood and Margaret Lie.

Pat, Cameron and Adrian Durham.

Piano teachers Abbie Fletcher, Lisa Sober, Lisa Hoffpauir and Christy Vogt.

327 Broad St., Lake Charles Check out our website for details

www.swlakids.org Volume 1 • Issue 2

(337) 433-9420 Mon-Sat: 10am to 5pm APRIL 23, 2009

PAGE 45

JEWELRY SALE AT TEMPLE SINAI APRIL 23 Temple Sinai is having a benefit sale on April 23 featuring the works of jewelry designer Ann Mills. Mills, who’s been designing jewelry for five years, creates her pieces using glass, porcelain, semiprecious stones and crystal . Most of her creations include earrings with a necklace. Prices range from $40 to $125. The sale will be at Temple Sinai on April 23 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. A portion of sales will be donated to the Temple Sinai sisterhood. For more information, call 855-4778.

Dobet Gnahore

PAGE 46

APRIL 23, 2009

BANNERS PRESENTS DOBET GNAHORE AT MSU APRIL 23 The beauty, excitement and exhilaration of world music will come to Lake Charles when Dobet Gnahore and her band take the stage at 7:30 p.m. Thurs., April 23, in F.G. Bulber Auditorium at McNeese State University as part of the 2009 McNeese Banners Cultural Series.

Tickets are $20 for adults, $5 for students and free to McNeese students. They are available in advance at the Lake Charles Civic Center Box Office (491-1432) or online at www.banners.org (click on Dobet Gnahore) and will also be sold at the door the night of the performance. Gnahore is a singer, dancer and percussionist who grew up on the Ivory Coast and sings in six African languages, plus French, and performs with her husband. The McNeese Banners Cultural Series is supported by membership fees, corporate sponsors and grants.

For more information, call the McNeese Banners office at 475-5123 or visit the Web site at www.banners.org.

ELJAY FOUNDATION FUNDRAISER APRIL 24 If you love to travel, you’ll love the Eljay Foundation for Parkinson’s Awareness’ unique fundraiser called A Tour of Nations – GREECE on Fri., April 24, from 6:30

JAM

p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Lake Charles Country Club. It will include special Greek food, wine tasting, music and entertainment provided by The Islanders, a Greek folk dance and musical troupe. Audience participation is encouraged! There will also be a silent auction with numerous unique and collectible items. Proceeds will benefit the programs of the Eljay Foundation, established by Eligha Guillory in honor of his father, who is a longtime patient of Parkinson’s disease. Tickets are $75 each, and can be purchased by calling the Eljay office at (337) 310-0083 or online at www.eljayfd.org.

MSU SPRING SENIOR EXHIBITION APRIL 30MAY14 The McNeese Department of Visual Arts will host the Spring Senior Exhibition from April 30May14 in the Abercrombie Gallery of the Shearman Fine Arts Center at McNeese State University. A reception for the graduating seniors who are featured in the exhibit will be held from 6-8 p.m. Thurs., April 30. The event is open to the public.

The Abercrombie Gallery, located in Room 125 of the Shearman Fine Arts Center, is open Mon. through Fri. from 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. For more information about the exhibit, call the McNeese Visual Arts Department at (337) 475-5060.

Sushii, Artwork by Joseph Chretien, Spring 2009 Visual Arts Degree candidate Digital Illustration.

MCNEESE THEATRE PRESENTS WAIT UNTIL DARK APRIL 29-MAY 3 McNeese Theatre Bayou Players will present Wait Until Dark, a classic suspense thriller, on stage at 7:30 p.m. April 29-May 2, with a 2 p.m. matinee on May 3 in Ralph Squires Recital Hall of the Shearman Fine Arts Center at McNeese State University. The play is set in a Greenwich Village apartment, where a blind woman is stalked by a ruthless killer trying to locate a heroin-stuffed doll that her husband innocently brought home from the airport. Tickets at the door are $15 for adults, $10 for McNeese faculty/staff, senior citizens and students (K-12).

McNeese students are admitted free with a current ID. The theatre box office opens 10 days prior to Wait Until Dark opening date. Box office hours are 6-8 p.m. weekdays and 10 a.m.- noon on Saturdays. For reservations, call 475-5043 or go online at www.mcneese.edu/theatre.

Volume 1 • Issue 2

WHITE LIGHTS NIGHT-SPRING FLING LATE NIGHT SHOPPING APRIL 30 The Mid-Town Merchants are at it again with another exciting shopping night scheduled from 6-8 p.m. on April 30. White Lights Night-Spring Fling will feature the following shops open for late night shopping: The Cottage Shops: T-fig, Jon Margeaux, Louisiana Market, Honey Luv Lingerie, Focal Point, The Perfect Gift, Precious Gifts and Baskets, Once in a Blue Moon, and, My Favorite Things, The Paper Place, Bella Cose, Le Grenouille, Benchworks, TeCi’s, Regalia, and Artesia.

CIGAR CLUB HOSTS KENTUCKY DERBY PARTY MAY 2 It’s Derby time again, and Cigar Club, Southwest Louisiana’s home for fine cigars, spirits, and good-life accessories, is teaming up with the Children’s Miracle Network, to host the 2nd annual Kentucky Derby Day Party to exclusively benefit The Children’s Miracle Network on Sat., May 2 starting at 10 a.m. at the club’s 1700 E. Prien Lake Road location.

The day’s events will include a betting booth, Kentucky Hold ‘em poker tournament, Washerboard “horse race” tournament, Hat Contest, and a live auction, with many items donated from local businesses. Watch the Kentucky Derby from one of our three flat screen TVs, while relaxing in an atmosphere as comfortable as your own living room.

Admission for the event is a $10 donation to Children’s Miracle Network, which includes a barbeque dinner with southern iced tea. Tickets can be purchased, or further donations to Children’s Miracle Network can be made in advance, by calling Cigar Club at (337) 562-8889.

ARTS & HUMANITIES SUPER SALE MAY 2 On Sat., May 2, the Arts and Humanities Council of Southwest Louisiana will open the doors to some fantastic buys in Room 108 of Historic Central School.

From 7 a.m. until 2 p.m., savvy shoppers will have an opportunity to pick up on some great deals. The Council is staging this one-time event in an effort to clear out useful arts and crafts supplies, miscellaneous computer components, office equipment/furnishings and more. Staff and board members have contributed to the effort, so there will be many household items, baby supplies and other bargains! Baskets, home décor and more – everything must go. For 30 years, the Arts and Humanities Council has served as a support organization for non-profit arts groups and presenters in Southwest Louisiana. In recognition of the fact that tough times call for inventive measures, the VOICE Volunteer Group, staff and board have come together to generate funds to offset a recent cut in funding experienced by the Council.

Individuals who are members of the Arts and Humanities Council of Southwest Louisiana will enjoy some special privileges in conjunction with the “Super Sale,” and should call the office for more information. For more information about the event or other council programming, call (337) 439-2787 or visit the Web site at www.artsandhumanitiesswla.org

MONDAY NIGHTS: Abita Beer Night

WEDNESDAY NIGHTS: Mondo Martini Night

THURSDAY NIGHTS: Be Well Night MON. APRIL 20TH Singer/Songwriter – Open Mic: Hosted by: Paul Gonsoulin WED. APRIL 22ND Acoustic Music THU. APRIL 23RD -

Ashes of Babylon & Fall on Purpose FRI. APRIL 24TH -

DOWNTOWN AT SUNDOWN BEGINS MAY 15!

The City of Lake Charles recently announced the line up for the 11th annual Downtown at Sundown concert series. The event takes place at the Downtown Merchants’ parking lot at the corners of Ryan and Broad streets from 6-9 p.m. on four consecutive Fridays. The shows feature a variety of music from local and regional bands. Also offered are food and beverage booths, table top galleries, art sales and activities for kids. The Arts & Humanities Council of Southwest Louisiana partners in the planning and receives the revenue from beverage sales; this is one of their main fundraisers.

This year’s lineup will be: May 15 Boomerang May 22 Soul Vacation May 29 City Heat June 5 The Bad Roads If inclement weather prevails, the concerts will be held inside the Lake Charles Civic Center. Concertgoers are encouraged to bring their lawn chairs; however, no outside beverages or pets are allowed on site. For more information, call the City of Lake Charles Arts and Culture Department at (337) 491-9147 or visit www.CityOfLakeCharles.com. TJN

Do Not Destroy SAT. APRIL 25TH DU LAC LIVE:

Potbelly, Crooks Carnival & Fall on Purpose MON APRIL 27TH Singer/Songwriter – Open Mic: Hosted by: Paul Gonsoulin WED APRIL 29TH ACOUSTIC MUSIC BY:

John Guidroz THU APRIL 30TH -

Mothership & Dark Knights of Camelot FRI MAY 1ST -

Ashes of Babylon SAT MAY 2ND -

The Little Brother Project Volume 1 • Issue 2

APRIL 23, 2009

PAGE 47

THE PAPER PLACE • CHARLESTON GALLERY & ANTIQUES • J&R CARRIAGES • AUNT RUBY’S B&B • GROVES RENT-WAY • GLOBETREK TRAVEL

PUJO ST. CAFÉ • THE PERFECT FIT • BLACK TIE • LINDSEY JANIES PHOTOGRAPHY • PARADISE FLORIST • SALON LINDSAY