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ALSO IN THIS ISSUE: • SWLA Women in Business • LRC Wireless, Inc., Celebrates 60 Years • Able Artists
LIMELIGHT FACIAL Treatment of skin redness, tiny veins, brown spots, and sun damage. The Limelight Facial is ideal for any part of your face, neck and decollete. We recommend four to six treatments at monthly intervals to see best results. LASER GENESIS (warm laser facial) Treatment of large pores, skin texture, and ROSACEA! You will see subtle yet consistent results after each therapeutic treatment. On average, you may require four to six treatments at two to four week intervals to achieve maximum results. This treatment also stimulates regrowth of collagen. COOLGLIDE VEIN THERAPY (for face and body) For women and men of all skin types and tones. The Cutera Coolglide treats a broad range of vessels from tiny spider veins to deep blue recticular veins quickly, safely, and effectively. Often, patients find that one or two treatments are sufficient. However, the number of treatments necessary depends on the number, color, and size of the vessels being treated. TITAN SKIN Titan is an ideal solution for lax skin on your face, neck, arms, and abdomen. Since the Titan procedure heats tissue under the skins surface, patients of any skin type or age can be treated. Although a single treatment has produced good results for many patients, it is quite common for patients to have two or three treatments over a few months.
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LASER HAIR REMOVAL For women and men of all skin types and tones. Using the latest technology in laser hair removal, the Coolglide can rapidly treat large areas without the limitations of older technologies. For permanent hair reduction on almost any part of the body, Coolglide is the best laser hair removal system on the market for all skin types and tones, from light to dark, including tanned skin. Most areas require three to six treatments, depending on hair thickness and growth cycle. PEARL FRACTIONAL Anti-aging fractional laser perfected for only one treatment. Pearl Fractional offers the best combination of patient experience and recovery time for any resurfacing procedure. This technology shortens healing time and stimulates the body’s own natural process for creating new collagen, plumping the skin from below and reversing photo-aging and other imperfections.
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GENERAL 715 Kirby St., Lake Charles, LA 70601 Phone: 337-436-7800 Fax: 337-990-0262 www.thejambalayanews.com PUBLISHER Phil de Albuquerque publisher@thejambalayanews.com
NEWS EXECUTIVE EDITOR Lauren de Albuquerque lauren@thejambalayanews.com
CONTRIBUTORS Leslie Berman George Cline James Doyle Dan Ellender Maria Alcantara Faul Mike McHugh Penny Miller Mary Louise Ruehr Brandon Shoumaker Karla Tullos
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Renew the Skin You’re In
REGULARS 7
The Boiling Pot
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Doyle’s Place
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The Dang Yankee
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Tips from Tip
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A Greener World
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What’s Cookin’
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Sports Report
FEATURES Able Artists
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Bayou Biz: LRC Wireless, Inc.
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Women in Business
ADVERTISING SALES CONSULTANT Patricia Prudhomme
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How to Stay Motivated
SALES ASSOCIATES Rhonda Babin Katy Corbello Faye Drake Karla Tullos
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Red Hot Books
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Funbolaya
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Family Night at the Movies
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Killin’ Time Crossword
GRAPHICS ART/PRODUCTION DIRECTOR Darrell Buck
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Society Spice
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Jambalaya Jam
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Local Jam
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Eclectic Company
BUSINESS OFFICE MANAGER Kay Andrews
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Legal Disclaimer The views expressed by The Jambalaya News columnists are their own and do not necessarily reflect the position of The Jambalaya News, its editors or staff. The Jambalaya News is solely owned, published by The Jambalaya News, LLC, 715 Kirby 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 2010 The Jambalaya News all rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without prior written permission is prohibited. Volume 2 • Issue 12
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A Note From Lauren What’s the Score? It still may be sweltering in the South, but everyone here is thinking fall. Not because every single store already has their Halloween and Thanksgiving decorations up, unfortunately, but because football season has officially started. This means Facebook pages are going to be clogged with scores, game predictions, and people just going on and on about their favorite teams. There will be a lot of that—from now until the Super Bowl. There will be tailgating and homecoming games and Monday Night Football. Fans will paint their faces and scream and yell in the stands. Everyone will go nuts. Everyone but me. Sorry, but I am not a football fan. I’m probably the only person in Lake Charles to admit this—actually, perhaps in the entire state. To be fair, I’m not really a sports fan. I did love ice hockey growing up in Boston, and we had a championship team, the Bruins (with Bobby Orr) to root for, so if I have to watch any sport, that’s the one. It’s fast and exciting and doesn’t let up, unlike football, which is interrupted every five seconds. Then, the players all mill around for what seems like an eternity and the coaches and referees talk and the cameras pan to the spectators, waving signs and freezing their butts off, and then the action starts again, only to be ended a few seconds later. And so it goes. I just don’t have the patience for it. Baseball may be slow, but I would even prefer watching that. It’s fairly easy to figure out—it’s a straightforward game, unlike football, with all its rules and regulations. Of course, it’s much better to
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be at a baseball game, rather than to watch it on TV. It was great fun to cheer on the Red Sox at Fenway Park, sitting in the bleachers eating Fenway Franks and getting the players’ autographs after the game. The bleachers were right behind the bullpen, so we could watch the pitchers warming up and throw teddy bears and things at them (I was in the eighth grade when I did that, so give me a break). I went to football games in high school, but that was strictly for the social aspect of the event. Don’t ask me what happened on the field. The same with high school basketball games. I was there to hang out with friends and scope out the guys. Actually watching the game never crossed my mind. Sports are great social occasions; that’s for sure. I have tailgated at Cowboy Stadium and it’s a blast, with fabulous food and beverages and all kinds of fun going on. And I hear that an LSU game is an event that you don’t want to miss. My husband had the privilege of attending one and he was just blown away. I am also well aware that football is all about school and home-team spirit. When your alma mater wins, you’re on top of the world. And I admit, when the Saints won the Super Bowl last year, even I was excited (even though I didn’t see most of the game). So get out there and root for the Cowboys and Saints and LSU and whoever else gets you all excited. Just don’t make me watch any games—although you may catch me enjoying some gumbo in the parking lot of the stadium. And Facebook, you know how you have those “Hide” buttons for Farmville and Mafia Wars? Can you please give me one for football-related comments?
The Jambalaya News is excited to welcome Penny J. Miller as our new features writer! A native of Lake Charles, Miller joined the U.S. Air Force as a public affairs specialist writing feature articles and submitting photography for the USAF Strategic Air Command paper Air Pulse where she was published twice globally through the Associated Press. During her time as a journalist, Miller was privileged to interview such celebrities as Lee Greenwood, Ann Landers, and former President, George W. Bush. After leaving the service, she moved to Nashville, where she worked for a number of regionally headquartered Fortune 500 companies in executive assistant and marketing coordinator capacities. In 2005, she returned to the Lake Area where, most recently, she organized and executed three successful fundraisers as the director of marketing and development for a local non-profit agency. Miller is a privately contracted marketing and development specialist for area businesses and non-profit agencies. She is currently the contracted publicist and marketing director for Carolyn Woosley’s “Louisiana Women: Originals and Visionaries” Theatre Companies. Welcome, Penny!
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“Art is art,” is what most people say, but what would you expect to see if you entered an art museum to view work done by individuals with disabilities? Will their artwork be any different from those who are not disabled? Well, the opportunity to answer these questions has just arrived for Southwest Louisiana, through Able Art, a six-week program offered by the Associated Louisiana Artists’ (ALA) Disabilities Access to the Arts Program. A brainchild of ALA Adaptive Art instructor and artist Belinda Hughes, the goal of Able Art is to “create an engraved invitation for Lake Area citizens with aging and developmental disabilities to join us in a unique destination art experience, with environment, projects and supplies customized to meet their individual needs, “ she said. Offered during the summer, the program gave 36 individuals with disabilities the opportunity to explore and create art. Dry media, such as pastels, pencils and crayons, was linked to beginning art theory activities. Students drew value charts and basic shapes using graphite, advanced shapes in charcoal, and color wheels and textures in colored pencil. They also learned how to use watercolors to create Mardi Gras parade scenes, as well as other art techniques to illustrate their favorite food, drinks, and so much more. Volume 2 • Issue 12
Program participants included individuals from the Calcasieu Association of Retarded Citizens (CARC), Autism Society of Southwest Louisiana (ASSL), Resthaven Nursing Home and Rosewood Nursing Home participated in the program. “You just don’t know what it means to us to be able to get out of the nursing home one day a week, and do something productive and creative. It gave us something to look forward to,” stated Bertheline Deville, a resident of Rosewood Nursing Home. After the six-week course, the works of these amateur artists were displayed at a weeklong exhibition held at Gallery by the Lake in Lake Charles. The exhibit concluded with an exhibition reception and awards ceremony, where the students received certificates of completion. Lake Charles Mayor Randy Roach, keynote speaker for the event, remarked, “It is so amazing to me how you as artists take ideas out of your heads and put them on paper.” From a student’s perspective, Able Art is much more than just art lessons. It’s an opportunity to get out of the house or nursing home; meet old and new friends; learn new ways to communicate; try something different; and receive a multi-
Congratulations to the “Able Artists” who participated in the program this year! They include Jalen Alexander, Lindsay Alexander, Reggie Allen, Vicki Baird, Casey Baldwin, Jason Celestine, Jr., Jeanne Chaddick, Gay Cole, Darrell Coleman, Kevin Declouette, Rose DeDomenicis, Bertheline Deville, Adam Duhon, Jeanette Fletcher,
Richard Fletcher, Connor Fritz, Ernest Harrington, John Karam, Mike LaBarbera, Nelson Paul Lacombe, Carl McGee, Devon McKinney, David Miller, Joe Morgan, Brendan O’Reilly, Jeanine Pesson, Lannon Pias, Jason Picard, Harold Pierre, Karen Queenan, Mike Reed, Jeremiah Roberts, Barbara D. Smith, Terrell Sonnier, Vanessa Threatt, and Vicki Vaughn. SEPTEMBER 9, 2010
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tude of emotional, mental, physical and spiritual benefits. Charlotte LaBarbera is a professional photographer and a parent of an individual with disabilities. “Able Art was an opportunity to have the same experience and exposure to art that you and I have,” she said. “It was the difference between one person looking at this group and saying “Why?” and another person with the eye to see past the disability saying “Why not?” The students were exposed to concepts of art and treated as if they could understand it all. Whether they grasped it or not could, in no way, diminish the joy and pride they experienced by seeing their completed work.” Since its Spring 2010 debut with Cravin’ Crafts, the Disabilities Access to the Arts program has shown a 40 percent increase in enrollment primarily through partner agencies ASSL and CARC. “ASSL and CARC contributed over $5,000 in transportation and personal assistance to the program,” stated Hughes. “We are grateful for the funding and community cooperation that helped us realize this life-enhancing goal for our students. It is our hope that the program continues to grow and achieve greater inclusion and diversity in the art world.” Able Art is an Associated Louisiana Artists (ALA) Disabilities Access to the Arts outreach program. It was supported by a grant from the City of Lake Charles as administered by the Arts and Humanities Council of Southwest
Louisiana. Able Art sub-applicant agencies were Autism Services of Southwest Louisiana (ASSL) and Calcasieu Association of Retarded Citizens (CARC). To view the artists’ work, visit www.ableart.yolasite.com. For more information about the Able Art program, contact Belinda Hughes at Author_Belinda@yahoo.com.
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MATT YOUNG ELECTED TO LPA BOARD The Louisiana Partnership for the Arts (LPA) recently elected Matt Young as its newest member of the board of directors. Young is the executive director for the Arts and Humanities Council of Southwest Louisiana, located in the Historic Central School Arts and Humanities Center in downtown Lake Charles. LPA is the umbrella organization that represents the broad and diverse spectrum of arts professionals, arts educators, and arts organizations across the State of Louisiana. The LPA board works closely with Matt Young the Louisiana Division of the Arts, Office of Cultural Development, Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism.
MCDONALD’S OF SWLA RAISES FUNDS FOR RED CROSS OF SWLA McDonald’s of SWLA recently donated $5,000 from its summer fundraiser to the American Red Cross of Southwest Louisiana. The fundraiser was held July 23-25 at McDonald’s 11 Calcasieu Parish locations, with $1 donated from every purchase of a smoothie to the American Red Cross of SWLA. The donation will assist the Red Cross in its mission of helping people prevent, prepare for and respond to disasters. McDonald’s of SWLA, owned by Doug Gehrig, is dedicated to serving and assisting the SWLA community. For more information, contact Jen Breen at 337-478-7396.
COPS AND JOCKS DONATE TO MSU Cops and Jocks presented a $45,000 donation from its recent auction and golf tournament held at L’Auberge du Lac Casino Resort to McNeese State University for the football program and two endowed scholarships through the McNeese Foundation. Two new $15,000 endowed scholarships have been established – the Don Dixon and Alan Heisser Law Enforcement Scholarship #3 and the Don Dixon and Alan Heisser Athletic Scholarship #2. The remaining $15,000 went to the McNeese football program.
Doug Gehrig (center), owner and operator of McDonald’s of Southwest Louisiana, presents a $5,000 donation to Beki Derise and Ralph Wright of the American Red Cross of Southwest Louisiana.
From left: John Rudd, Cops and Jocks, Bill Belcher, head golf pro at L’Auberge, Alan Heisser, Cops and Jocks, McNeese Head Football Coach Matt Viator, Richard H. Reid, VP of development and executive VP of the McNeese Foundation, Don Dixon, Cops and Jocks, and Harold C. Rowland, VP resort operations at L’Auberge. McNeese Photo Volume 2 • Issue 12
FRANK J. MARRERO, M.D., OPENS DIGESTIVE HEALTH CENTER Frank J. Marrero, M.D., a board-certified gastroenterologist and internist on staff at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, announces the opening of the Digestive Health Center, located at 2770 3rd Avenue, Suite 345. A native of Wills Point, Texas, Dr. Marrero earned his medical degree from the University of Massachusetts Medical School in Worcester. He completed his residency in internal medicine and fellowship in gastroenterology at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation in Cleveland, Ohio, where he also served as Chief Resident in internal medicine and Chief Fellow in gastroenterology. Dr. Marrero provides comprehensive care in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of gastrointestinal and esophageal Frank J. Marrero, M.D. conditions. For more information, or to schedule an appointment, call (337) 494-4785.
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NEW YORK LIFE DONATES TO FAMILY AND YOUTH The Family Foundation of Southwest Louisiana, the endowment arm of Family and Youth Counseling Agency, received a $15,000 Community Impact Grant from New York Life. The grant specifically supports Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA), a program of Family and Youth Counseling Agency. New York Life Insurance Company’s Community Impact Grant program, which began in 2008, awards nonprofit organizations that are supported by New York Life agents, field managers and employees and address the needs of the community. Over $500,000 was granted to 43 nonprofits through this program in 2009.
L to R: Kelby Robinson, James Poullard, Charmaine Louis, Monica Brooks Not Pictured – Michelle Hawthorne L’AUBERGE ANNOUNCES FIVE STAR EMPLOYEES L’Auberge du Lac Casino Resort recently announced its July Five Star Employees and Employee of the Month. The July Five Stars are: Michelle Hawthorne, a security officer; Kelby Robinson, a banquet server; Charmaine Louis, a buffet cook; James Poullard, an engineer; and Monica Brooks, a casino beverage server. Monica Brooks, who also serves in the Ladies of L’Auberge program, was also designated as the July Employee of the Month. She is now eligible to receive the coveted Employee of the Year award. Monica, originally from North Dakota, joined L’Auberge in May of 2005 as part of the resort’s opening team. She attended Lamar University and enjoys fishing in her spare time.
Billy Navarre, Owner of Billy Navarre Chevrolet, Honda and Hyundai presents a $3,500 check to Harold McReynolds, CEO & Founder of Tournament of The Stars. TOURNAMENT OF THE STARS RECEIVES DONATION FROM BILLY NAVARRE Billy Navarre, owner of Billy Navarre Chevrolet, Honda and Hyundai recently presented a $3,500 check to Harold McReynolds, CEO and founder of Tournament of The Stars, which is a non-profit organization that hosts sporting events to raise funds for scholarships given to deserving high school students. CHRISTUS ST. PATRICK MEDICAL GROUP WELCOMES PHILLIP CONNER, M.D. Phillip S. Conner, M.D. has joined the CHRISTUS St. Patrick Medical Group. Dr. Conner is a board-certified physician in both Family and Sleep Medicine and is now the full-time physician at the Prien Lake Medical Clinic, located at 1736 W. Prien Lake Road. A 1998 graduate of Louisiana State University School of Medicine, Dr. Conner completed his Family Medicine Residency in 2001 at LSU-New Orleans at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital. He has spent the past two years training in Phillip S. Conner, M.D. sleep medicine. Previously, he worked at Lake Charles Medical and Surgical Clinic. Dr. Conner is accepting new patients at the Prien Lake Medical Clinic by appointment only. To schedule an appointment, call (337) 478-5085. PAGE 8
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Lto R: Julio Galan, executive director of the Family Foundation; Leslie Harless, Foundation/SWLA Trustee; Kerry Andersen, Chair of the Foundation/SWLA; and Sam Hebert of Hebert Financial Group, also an agent with New York Life Insurance Company, who presented the check to the Foundation. RENEW MEDICAL SPA WELCOMES NEW STAFF MEMBERS Renew Medical Spa welcomes Karen Kinslow, licensed massage therapist and Kelly Thibodeaux, medical aesthetician and advanced treatment specialist to their staff of professionals. Kinslow received her certification in Kelly Thibodeaux Karen Kinslow Austin with additional studies in Santa Fe and Lake Charles. She has 27 years experience in massage therapy and 14 years of teaching massage and health sciences. Thibodeaux received her degree at Aveda Institute of Esthiology. She has obtained advanced training in laser and light based procedures and microdermabrasion, and has extensive training in Obagi Medical Skincare Systems, Eminence Organics, and Colorescience Mineral Make-up. Call for an appointment at (337) 436-3840. HANKS JOINS FIRST FEDERAL INSURANCE SERVICES, LLC Ricky Hanks has joined First Federal Insurance Services, LLC as a commercial insurance agent and risk advisor. Hanks’ primary goal is to assist businesses in identifying the risks and exposures in their particular industries. His office is located on the fifth floor of First Federal Bank’s main office building at 1135 Lakeshore Drive in Lake Charles. With over 28 years in the insurance industry, Hanks is a licensed agent for over 100 insurance companies. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in government from McNeese State University and is a member of the ACTS Team and the Ricky Hanks MSU Alumni board of directors. Hanks and his wife Cindy have two daughters, Erin-Beth and Meghan. LPMA AWARDS SCHOLARSHIP TO LOCAL STUDENT The Louisiana Pest Management Association (LPMA) recently awarded its 2010 John McPherson Scholarship to Amanda Granger of Iowa, the grandVolume 2 • Issue 12
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daughter of McKenzie Pest Control employee Howard Mauldin. The LPMA annually presents the John McPherson scholarship to a graduating high school senior who is the child or grandchild of an LPMA member or one of their employees. A panel of judges from across the state selects the award recipient based on their academic achievement, extra-curricular activities, honors and awards, community involvement and need.
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DR. CHARLES MACKEY WELCOMES DR. MICHELLE SWIFT Michelle Swift, DDS recently joined the dental practice of Charles Mackey, DDS. Dr. Swift grew up in Lake Charles and is a graduate of Barbe High School. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in biology from LSU, and a Doctorate of Dental Surgery from LSU Dental School. She is a member of the American Dental Association and Louisiana Dental Association. Dr. Swift was recently appointed to the 2010– 2011 Board of Directors for the Arts and Humanities Michelle Swift, DDS Council of Southwest Louisiana. The addition of Dr. Swift to Dr. Mackey’s practice has allowed for extended office hours Mon-Fri. from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sedation dentistry is offered at your request. To schedule an appointment, call (337) 478-2960. Jambalaya’s Faye Drake, Karla Tullos and Katy Corbello at KPLC-TV’s Young at Heart Health Expo.
L to R: Paula Koonce, director of Genesis, Debby Nabours, WCCH Foundation director, Kelly Howard, Sempra Employee Giving Network and Bill Hankins, WCCH CEO GENESIS RECEIVES DONATION FROM SEMPRA EMPLOYEES The Sempra Employee Giving Network recently donated $550 to the Genesis Therapeutic Riding Center of West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital. “Sempra is a community-minded organization. Their employees invest in reputable programs dedicated to enhancing health care in the area,” said Debby Nabours, WCCH Foundation director. The Genesis Therapeutic Riding Center provides outpatient occupational therapy services to the developmentally disabled in a non-traditional health care setting by utilizing hippotherapy. For more information, call (337) 625-3972. TJN
Lauren, Susan Reed and Phil at the League of Women Voters’ screening of Iron Jawed Angels at the Imperial Calcasieu Museum.
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Local photography Studio and Salons Offer Free Services for Locks of Love Donations Locks of Love is a public non-profit organization that provides hairpieces to financially disadvantaged children in the United States and Canada under age 21 suffering from long-term medical hair loss from any diagnosis. They meet a unique need for children by using donated hair to create the highest quality hair prosthetics. From Oct. 2-8, Jenny Bono Photography is hosting a Locks of Love charity event offering free before and after photo shoots for those participating in program. Two local salons, Signatures Salon and Pigtails & Crewcuts, will offer free haircuts to the participants. Photo shoots and haircuts are by appointment only and will be conducted throughout the week. Hair donations will be submitted with your before and after photo directly to Locks of Love on your behalf. Jenny Bono Photography will be raffling off a Jordann Jewelry bracelet during the event. “My wish is that we can come together as a community and give these children a wonderful Christmas present,” said Bono. For more information about Jenny Bono Photography, visit www.jennybonophotography.com. For more information about Locks of Love visit www.locksoflove.org. For more information on the salons visit www.signaturessalon.biz and www.pigtailsandcrewcuts.com.
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Upcoming Health Events
7 at your service KPLC and the Young at Heart Committee would like to thank the community for all of their support in attending this year’s Young at Heart Expo. The Young at Heart committee members dedicated many hours of hard work to provide our community with a quality free event. Without their help, this expo would not have been a success. Generous contributions were also made by the following people and businesses whose gifts were sincerely appreciated by everyone involved. Please take a moment to thank them as you visit their place of business. Cameron State Bank • CHRISTUS St. Patrick Hospital Piccadilly • The Stark Foundation Advanced Audio and Video Technologies • Coca Cola Community Coffee • First Line Health Screening KPLC News Anchors and General Manager, Vice President, Jim Serra Home Furniture • The Jambalaya News Kjun Kwik Bites & Sports Grill • Knight Media Printing McDonald’s • Mr. Bill’s Seafood • The Pathology Laboratory Pinnacle Group • Pujo Street Café • Sears Hearing Aid Centers Signs Now • Thrive Magazine
YOUNG AT HEART COMMITTEE MEMBERS Missy Bihm – Odyssey Hospice Cecile Cutrer – KPLC Television Kathlene Deaville – KPLC Television Katy Day-Guillory –Kjun Kwik Bites & Sports Grill Peggy Kelley – PDI of the South Lindsay LaBove – CHRISTUS St. Patrick Hospital Nicole Leger – The Pathology Laboratory Karlie LeJeune – Bridgeway Psychiatric Center Adele Mart – Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Office of Community Services Margaret McCloskey – PDI of the South Louise McDaniel – CHRISTUS St. Patrick Hospital Annette Tritico – Evangeline Home Health Lea Anne Wood – KPLC Television
HEART SCREENINGS FOR WOMEN AT CHRISTUS ST. PATRICK HOSPITAL The CHRISTUS St. Patrick Regional Heart Center is now taking appointments for “A Heartfelt Screening” – a comprehensive heart screening where women can identify their risk factors for heart disease. The screenings last approximately one hour. The cost is $75; cash, check and credit cards are accepted. For members of the St. Patrick Women’s Health Network, the cost is only $50. Women can join the network when they call to make an appointment. Screening appointments are available two Wednesday mornings monthly at 711 Dr. Michael DeBakey Drive. Time slots are limited. Schedule your screening and join the Women’s Health Network by calling 491-7577. WCCH HOSTS ADOLESCENT CLASSES SEPT. 9 AND 18 Changes in body and personality are just a few of the challenges pre-teens and teenagers face. A class for adolescent boys ages 11-15 will be held on Thurs., Sept. 9 from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. in WCCH’s Cafeteria Conference Room. Topics include hygiene, understanding the reproductive system, pregnancy and abstinence, good nutrition, and the importance of building healthy relationships. Between Us Girls, a class structured for young girls ages 9-12 and 13-17, and their mothers, will be held Sat., Sept. 18 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. in WCCH’s Cafeteria Conference Room. Each age group will be presented with information regarding their particular stage of growth, including body changes, female anatomy, skin care, fitness, nutrition and hygiene. Mothers or guardians will also be provided with information and advice concerning their daughter’s stages of development, as well as common areas of concern. Cost to attend each class is $20; space is limited. Call (337) 527-4361 to reserve space. HART EYE CENTER OFFERS FREE EYE SCREENINGS SEPT. 11 AND 25 Hart Eye Center of Lake Charles will hold free eye screenings on Sept. 11 and 25 to help adults protect their vision from the damaging
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effects of cataracts, glaucoma and macular degeneration. To schedule a free screening, 439-4014 to make an appointment. For more information on free eye screenings, visit www.harteyecenter.com or call 439-4014. LAKE CHARLES MEMORIAL PRE-NATAL CLASSES FOR SEPTEMBER
• Sibling Class This class is recommended during the last three months of pregnancy. Preparing siblings for the arrival of a new baby can be as confusing as it is joyous. This class focuses on the unity of the family. Older siblings ages 2-10 are asked to attend with one or both parents. The children will have hands-on practice with dolls to learn how to interact with a new baby. Parents will receive informative guidelines and everyone will tour the mother/baby unit. Mon., Sept. 13 6 – 7 p.m. • $10/family
• Breastfeeding Class Learn positioning, latch-on, early feedings and the importance of assessing baby’s intake during the Breastfeeding Class. Recommended during the last three months of pregnancy. Thurs., Sept. 16 6:30 – 8:45 p.m. • $10/couple
• Infant CPR for Family and Friends Learn and practice rescue for choking and CPR for infants. This is not a certifying or credentialing course, but is recommended for expectant parents, new parents and support persons. Mon., Sept. 20 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. • $5/person
• One Day Prepared Childbirth Class Learn comfort, relaxation, positioning, breathing, and massage techniques for increasing the comfort level and enhancing the birth experience during this condensed version of the Prepared Childbirth Series. Recommended for the last three months of pregnancy. Sat., Sept. 25 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. • $35/couple
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Upcoming Health Events Continued LAKE CHARLES MEMORIAL CANCER SUPPORT GROUPS FOR SEPTEMBER
• Look Good—Feel Better® A free program that helps women look their best during cancer treatment. For more information, contact the American Cancer Society at (337) 433-5817 Mon., Sept. 20 • 5:30 – 7 p.m.
• Sisters Surviving A breast cancer support group for African-American women, but open to any woman regardless of race. For more information, call (337) 433-5817. Tues., Sept. 21 • 6 p.m.
• Coping With Cancer For those cancer patients who are newly diagnosed, undergoing treatment, or who have completed treatment. For more information, call Memorial’s Chaplain, Rev. David DeWitt at (337) 802-1933. Tues., Sept. 21 • Noon Light refreshments served
• Miles Perret “Mobile Miles” Cancer Services 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. For more information, call (337) 984-1920. Tues., Sept. 28 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. LAKE CHARLES MEMORIAL/UNITED BLOOD SERVICES BLOOD DRIVE SEPT. 27 Approximately half of the nation’s blood supply is collected at blood drives. Lake Charles Memorial partners with United Blood Services to provide for its patients. The next Community Blood Drive will be held in the parking lot across Oak Park Boulevard from Memorial’s main entrance on Sept. 27 from 2 -6 p.m. For more information, call (337) 235-5433. TJN Volume 2 • Issue 12
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Community Walk for Youth Suicide Prevention The Suicide Prevention and Intervention Coalition for Youth (SPICY) will sponsor the second annual Out of the Darkness Community Walk, which will be held Sat., Sept. 11 at the Sulphur Pavilion, next to the Henning House, located at 1015 Ruth St in Sulphur. Registration begins at 8 a.m. and the walk begins at 9 a.m., with closing ceremonies to follow. The walk is a partnership with coalition members, community members, survivors, concerned individuals and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. According to Gaye Courville, coleader of the coalition, suicide is the third leading cause of death for American youth between the ages of 10-24, and the second leading cause of death for American college-aged students. Based on a 2005 report, approximately 19.9 percent of students in grades 9-12 have seriously considered suicide in the last 12 months. Each suicide produces at
least six, and as many as hundreds of “survivors” —those who are left behind to grieve. In 2000, youth suicide prevention activities were spearheaded by the Louisiana Youth Suicide Prevention Task Force in an attempt to address the rising suicide rate in Louisiana’s youth population. Since that time, coalitions have been established in all regions of the state. It is the role of the coalition to educate community members, children, families and youth about alternatives to suicide. Those interested participating in the walk can register in advance by going to www.outofthedarkness.org or at the site on Sept. 11. The coalition would like to encourage all survivors and community members to consider coming out to support this worthwhile cause. There is also a 24-hour tollfree crisis hotline that links callers to nearby crisis support centers at (800) 723-TALK (8255). TJN
CTC Announces Classes and Auditions for Willy Wonka The Musical The Children’s Theatre Company recently announced upcoming classes and auditions for Willy Wonka - The Musical. The musical is based on the book by Roald Dahl. “This season, we are thrilled to have CTC alumnus Taylor Simon as our guest director,” said Artistic Director Kerry A. Onxley. Simon, a graduate of New York’s American Musical and Dramatic Academy, was often seen in lead roles on the CTC stage during his high school years. The musical has a large cast for boys and girls ages five-18. Such roles as Willy Wonka, Mr. and Mrs. Bucket, Grandpa George, Augustus Gloop, Veruca Salt, Violet Beauregarde, Mike Teavee and numerous PAGE 14
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Louisiana Landing Fountain Nearing Completion for Grand Opening of Promenade The Louisiana Landing Fountain at the Lakefront Promenade is nearing completion for the grand opening celebration of the Lakefront Promenade and Bord du Lac Marina on Sept. 18. The fountain, which includes the bronze geese sculpture as its centerpiece, establishes a memorable, oneof-a-kind entrance point to the Promenade. Features include custom jets that simulate water movement as geese take flight, along with lighting in the water aimed at the geese and situated to illuminate the base of the pool. The Louisiana Landing Fountain represents one facet of the Lakefront Promenade — a $4.9 million Bond project—$4.1 million of which was paid with Louisiana Recovery Authority Community Development Block Grant funding. “The Lakefront Downtown Action Plan planning process envisioned many significant aspects to
enhance the sense of place and quality of life,” said Mayor Randy Roach. “In 2008, during that planning process, the idea to include a signature public art piece relating to Louisiana was initiated.” In January of this year, representatives from the City Council reviewed several options regarding a sculpture and picked the geese as the signature public art piece for the Fountain. The City Council then approved a contract with Ullberg Studios on Feb. 17 of this year. The City coordinated with Ullberg Studios to get the sculpture to Lake Charles and installed. Cost of the sculpture was $150,000, which included expenses associated with its installation. Kent Ullberg, the highly recognized wildlife sculptor who created the bronze geese sculpture, was in Lake Charles this week to oversee its installation. TJN
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others need to be filled. The show is scheduled for Feb. 1012, 2011. “This is truly a student-generated show,” said Onxley. “The students are involved in all aspects from set painting to costume designs to publicity. It is a total learning experience for the them.” No experience is necessary. Enrollment in classes is required. Classes are currently in progress, with auditions being held Wed., Sept. 8 from 4-6 p.m. at the Central School of the Arts & Humanities Center at 809 Kirby; Suite 313. For more information, contact the theatre at (337) 433-7323 or visit www.childrenstheatre.cc
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The Calcasieu Parish Public Library has joined Library Ideas’ network of Public Library Web sites that offer access to songs from Sony Music’s catalog of artists. The service will allow the Calcasieu Parish Public Library to increase the size and diversity of its collection by offering access to hundreds of thousands of songs. Under the terms of the agreement, registered card holders of the Public Library can download a select number of Sony Music tracks in the MP3 format each month at no direct cost, via www.calcasieulibrary.org. Click on the freegal music icon for directions. Library users have a weekly download limit. They will be
able to keep track of their downloads in the upper right corner of the site. Every song has a sample clip they can listen to before they download. The library may have an overall weekly limit, too. If their library runs out of downloads for the week, they can go to “My Wishlist” in the upper right corner and queue up for future music. The downloads on this site are all in the MP3 format with no Digital Rights Management. This service will work with any MP3 player, including iPod, and can be loaded into iTunes. It works on both PCs and Macs. TJN
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By Mike McHugh
The Bears, the Mouse, and the Jambalaya Well, I survived yet another trip to Yankee Land. I honestly don’t know why I keep putting myself through this. On this occasion, our travels took us to Western Maryland, where my family had gotten the use of a large house on top of a mountain out in the middle of nowhere. It was clear that civilization had not yet made it to these parts: the house had no Internet service, and the local liquor store did not take credit cards. That
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threatened to seriously curb our enjoyment First off, my wife had to forego Facebook for several days, meaning that her virtual Chardonnay grapes in FarmVille were likely to die on the vine for lack of water. What’s worse, in typical married-couple style, both of us had thought the other had taken responsibility to bring cash for the trip. So, I ended up with maybe enough in my pocket to score a sixpack of Lone Star at that liquor store.
The problem was, you’re about as likely to see Lone Star beer in Yankee Land as you would a showing of Fahrenheit 9/11 at a Tea Party convention. Just trying to get to the house was a dicey venture. Our rented Chevy Cobalt, having all the power of the old push mower in my shed, was barely suited to the task of getting us up the long, steep, winding gravel driveway to the top of the mountain where the house was located. When I went inside, the first thing I noticed were the photographs of bears that were on just about every wall. These pictures, I was told, were all taken on the property. Right then, I understood why the area was so sparsely populated and why my family had gotten the place so cheap. So, there we were, two dozen Yankees, aged nine months to 82 years, huddled together in one house for five days, sharing the wonderful experience that really binds families together: that of trying hard not to become bear food. Speaking of food, the one thing that my family always wants me to do whenever I visit is to cook them a
big pot of jambalaya. They figure that, just because I happen to live in Louisiana, I should be really good at this. All I can say is that it’s a good thing I didn’t move to Texas; they’d probably want me to give them a bull riding demonstration. I’ll be the first to admit that I don’t make the world’s best jambalaya, but that doesn’t matter when you’re preparing it for a bunch of Yankees. They simply don’t know the difference. It would be as if a group of aliens visited the Earth who had never heard music before. They could be exposed to a Limp Bizkit song and think it was the voices of angels. So, I gladly took up the challenge of preparing the jambalaya, making sure to add plenty of Cajun seasoning to make it authentic and to hopefully mask my lack of talent in the area of Cajun cooking. In this particular instance, the opportunity presented itself to really make an authentic batch when, as if on cue, a mouse dropped out of nowhere and landed on the stovetop right next to the pot while it was simmering. Of course, if this had happened in any given kitchen in, say, the Ragley area, there would have been little question as to what should be done with the little critter. However, I had to keep in mind that I was cooking for Yankees, and they consider a McDonald’s Angus Burger to be exotic fare. One thing that I was reminded of during my visit was that it actually gets cold up in Yankee Land. I, of course, had packed as if I were going to Key West. This, of course, turned out to be as stupid a move as if I’d carried a beach ball up Mount Everest. I really would have enjoyed going out on the deck to observe the splendid sunsets over the mountains—as much, I’m sure, as the bears would have enjoyed a frozen, gumbo-fattened Yankee-sickle later that night. Needless to say, we all ended up surviving both the bears and each other. The jambalaya went over well; they even half-bought into the excuse that it’s hard to cook rice properly at three thousand feet of elevation. (At least, I think they did.) Still, I returned home considering myself lucky to be living in Louisiana, where all I have to deal with are hurricanes, water moccasins, and state politics. TJN
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By George “Tip” Cline
Support our Local Seafood Industry Sure has been a tough go in our food world this year. Eggs from the country’s biggest producer have salmonella problems, our own Gulf Coast is in a nightmare situation with effects of the oil spill that have been lingering since April and there have been various other crop interruptions due to last winter’s freeze, insects and disease. We can’t change the past, but we can support our own seafood industry by using and promoting what we raise and harvest. It will take years to overcome the damage done to the reputation of our products: the images of shrimp swimming in oil, polluted oysters, oil-coated crabs, and fish smelling—well, not like fish. Our local Gulf Coast products are not put on market shelves unless they’ve been tested and found completely safe. If we don’t consume our local products, how can we expect others to enjoy them? There is a way of life, a once-thriving industry, and good eats at stake here— and we can help. BOATER SAFETY— OR POCKET LINER? Several readers have contacted me in support of my recent column lamenting the loss of personal freedoms in the endless pursuit of revenue-enhancing bureaucratic intrusion into our lives. One 26 year-old boat owner told me how he was recently stopped, lectured and ticketed for not having a Boater Safety card. He has owned a 30-foot-plus pleasure boat for a couple of years, which he has safely enjoyed and operated. Last year, he was not required to pass a boating safety course to utilize his own boat, but due to the pursuit of the elusive greenback—oops—I meant public safety, he had to take the course, because the requirement was changed this year for anyone born after January Volume 2 • Issue 12
STAY ON TOP OF YOUR CREDIT CARD ACCOUNTS Another example of keeping on top of your credit card account was pointed out to me recently. A friend made a purchase at a local business and as usual, put it on her credit card. The purchase was for $33 and change, but the clerk mistakenly hit the 6 button, above the 3, when entering the data on their machine. The price was rung up and charged as $633 and change, a more than significant difference. The amount was noticed when she, as I always recommend, brought up her
account activity on line. A $600 error could certainly make a huge disruption in some peoples’ account, causing over-limit fees, putting an account on hold or personal embarrassment. The business rectified the error the next business day, but imagine the consequences had the transaction gone unnoticed until the statement came in. Had it been an error made with a debit/check card, the money would have been removed from that account with even more devastating results. Just a word to the wise, my friends. TJN
1, 1984. Prior to this change, effective July 1, 2010, only persons born after January 1, 1988 were required to meet this imposed obligation. It seems as if the concept is going backward in time, but they certainly know where the money is. Of course, we need to be safe, but in order to preserve power and control, public safety is used as the reason to dig deeper into our pockets. I’m glad that the boat-owning period of my life has long passed and has gotten out of my system. The added requirements imposed these days have surely made many people opt to dismiss the urge to buy a boat. In any circumstance, it has always been said that the two happiest days in a boat owner’s life are the day the boat was bought and the day it was sold. GOOD DINNER DEAL Olive Garden is currently featuring a “Never Ending Pasta Bowl” promotion that we tried last week. We found it tasty, as well as economical. For $8.95, you choose between seven different types of pasta and six different variations of sauces, some with meat, and some meatless. I tried the fettuccine with the creamy parmesan portabella on top, which I really enjoyed. You get their big tossed salad with the sweet Italian pepperoncini, olives, etc., (I love their house salad dressing) and their fresh, warm breadsticks are included. Hard to find a decent dine-out dinner for 2 under $20, tax included. They will give you a little taste of wine if you want to try some and they make a Bloody Mary that is as pretty a sight as it is to drink. Check around when you’re seated to make sure that there is an absence of noisy children in your area. Since this is a family restaurant, this may detract from your quiet evening meal. SEPTEMBER 9, 2010
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Peggy Kline has a message for you: How to take care of yourself while taking care of so much and so many. “A Celebration Of Women – Treating Yourself Like Royalty” event will feature Peggy Kline, professional speaker and humorist, as she brings her gifts of therapeutic humor and renewed hope to the women of the CHRISTUS St. Patrick Women’s Health Network. The luncheon will take place on Sept. 22 at L’Auberge Du Lac’s Grand Ballroom. For 25 years, Kline has devoted herself exclusively to nurturing the needs of women with humor and hope. Kline’s program “Treating Yourself Like Royalty, Creating the Noble and Majestic Life you Deserve,“ is based on her popular book by the same title. She will inspire you to: • Learn the keys to creating a happy kingdom, • Reduce your stress, • Create a majestic mindset, and • See your true royal reflection in the mirror. Kline is the past president of the National Speakers Association of
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Michigan and served on their board of directors for five years. Under her leadership, Michigan was awarded the National Speakers Association coveted MORE award for outstanding chapter in the United States. In addition, Kline is the CNO (Chief Nurturing Officer) of Mothering Moms, Inc., an author, consultant, and community and church volunteer. Her most valued roles are as a wife, mother, and brand new, first-time grandma! Is there a woman in your life who deserves royal treatment, too? Bring her along with you! Call 491-7577 to reserve your royal seat today!
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oyle By Jim D
Give Us the Good Stuff I love movies, always have, and at my rapidly advancing age I’m old enough to remember several genres, from the downer endings of the 70s to the pap of the 90s. Today’s movies? I’m afraid, as a general observation, I just don’t get it. Yesterday I went to see The American starring George Clooney, who will always have a warm spot in our hearts for visiting this area after Rita when there was nothing in it for him, little fanfare, and a small crowd at the Cameron Parish Courthouse. A couple weeks ago, I saw Inception with Leonardo DiCaprio, who I think is, if I can make the comparison, a much better actor than Clooney (see his performance in Body of Lies, for example). The only reason I mention these movies in tandem today is their unfortunate commonality. Neither had a plot I could follow (and I’m pretty good at that); each was visually beautiful. In other words, the emphasis was on the scenery rather than the content. Each left me wanting more, like the 9 p.m. snack you need after a Chinese meal. I went searching on the cable dials for something, anything, to fill the void. Unfortunately, the most appealing things they had were Twilight and True Blood. What is this thing with vampire movies, anyway? Not to mention zombies. I have seen enough heads chomped and chewed already, thank you, and as for the HBO vampire series, unless Sookie’s going to do the whole show in her birthday suit, I’m not interested. Might was well be watching Bruno. But I digress. My taste in movies, just so you know, runs to things like The Volume 2 • Issue 12
Departed, which has a great line from Nicholson. “She’s on her way out,” sighs an associate when Nicholson’s character asks about his mother. “We all are,” Jack replied. “Act accordingly.” Two other Nicholson lines of note, both from As Good as it Gets: He walks into the waiting room of a psychiatrist’s office and eyes assorted troubled folks aimlessly reading magazines while waiting their turn. “What if,” he says to the multitude, “this is as good as it gets?” Later, while sitting in a restaurant with Helen Hunt, he explains his reluctant concession to taking pills for his OCD issues. “You make me want to be a better man.” Can’t top that one. Nicholson movies always have a definable plot, as do Clint Eastwood’s work, particularly Grand Torino and Million Dollar Baby with an equally stellar female actor, Hilary Swank. Maybe there’s some new Hollywood notion of “good” that I haven’t figured out yet. For example, I completely loved John Travolta’s characterizations of the leads in Michael and Phenomenon, two offbeat pictures with a feel-good message, great music, all the things you want to see. Of course, I’ve been accused by my ever-present teenager of being a sucker for what he calls “chick flicks.” Maybe so. Being Irish, it takes very little to plug in my emotional waterworks. On the other hand, when Travolta played the heavy in The Taking of Pelham 1,2,3, a role mastered in the original by Robert Shaw, he was just too far over the top and unconvincing. I thought he detracted from the movie.
And am I the only person in America who absolutely hated The Blind Side for its patronizing treatment of African-Americans and sticky-sweet presentation of a rich white Southern family? The Clooney movie currently in theaters is visually beautiful, filmed in Abruzzo, the mountainous, primitive region east of Rome, many views of those classical Italian towns that seem to hang off the hillside just around the next curve. There’s also great scenery in his two co-stars, Thekla Reuten and Violante Placido. Ms. Reuten was last seen (by me, at least) as a female terrorist in the Showtime series Sleeper Cell. She is eerie and convincing in this one as a murderess for hire. I never saw Ms. Placido before yesterday, but I could stand a lot more of that, if you know what I mean. It is no spoiler to tell you that Clooney plays an American hit man operating in Europe. The thing is, there is absolutely no time given to his backstory, nor to the shady fellow who plays his boss, nor to the other eminently expandable characters in the show. And the ending was
straight out of Hollywood trite. I guess I just expected better. I’d critically review Inception, but to tell you the truth, I don’t remember enough about it to make an intelligent comment. We use movies for escapist entertainment and, in my case, to spend some time with my sons, who usually go with me. So I guess each picture I’m panning today served that purpose. But come on, guys, give us the good stuff! Upcoming good stuff might include the new Ben Affleck movie The Town, produced by Graham King, who also used Boston as the background for The Departed. Not so sure about Let Her In, which, in using pre-teen children as its main protagonists, looks like a level up on the horror meter from the usual vampire flick. But still has a lot of blood. Oh, well. I’m sure you’ll find something to your taste. And if you find something to mine, make sure and let me know, won’t you? See you guys on the flip. TJN
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By Lauren de Albuquerque Photos by www.monsoursphotography.com
LRC Wireless, Inc. Celebrating Sixty Years! Louisiana Radio Communications, Inc., dba LRC Wireless, proudly celebrated their 60-year anniversary recently. And what an interesting 60 years it’s been! “I started work on Aug. 7, 1950,” said CEO Robert Vincent. “There was no communication as we know it today. There were only about 30 or 40 radios total in Southwest Louisiana.” A World War II veteran and a graduate of L.S.U. with a degree in engineering, Vincent was hired by owner E.C. Moses for $200 a month. “Mr. Moses was working for three or four companies in the new Pioneer Building. The secretary of one of the companies was taking calls for him as needed. His office and shop were in a stockroom on a ground floor,” Vincent remembered. The company started as a service facility for two-way communications for public safety and oilfields in 1947.
In 1950, it started handling Motorola two-way repair service and became a licensed Motorola dealer at that time, providing full Motorola sales, service and warranty. “One of my first assignments was to convert 120 Kc bandwidth radios to 40 Kc operations. This involved removing and replacing coils and transformers,” he recalled. “Today, we are again changing radio bands. Now we have Internet, cell phone pagers, and computers. We can’t imagine a world without them. And these all fit in your pocket. In 1950, even a simple, two-way radio required two heavy boxes installed in the trunk of a car. Most repairs were made under the shade of a tree!” As technology progressed, LRC progressed with it. “Some of the first communications in the country were implemented here in Southwest Louisiana with a lot of the driving
Garret Vincent; Perry Vincent, President and Robert Vincent, CEO force from the oilfield demands,” Vincent said. In 1967, Vincent took over the business from Moses. LRC Wireless is a family affair. Vincent has always enjoyed the support of Velton, his bride of 56 years. Son Perry started with the company as a young shop hand, and has been the president for the past ten years. Daughter Celia Case is the general manager of Southwest Call Center, an affiliated business. And there’s the up and coming third-generation momentum of Perry’s son, Garret, 29, who started working as a tech in training after he graduated from high school. He has now worked his way up to part owner. LRC Wireless has gone from two employees to 60, and now has three locations. “We have both certified field and bench technicians. We sell, service and maintain all types of wireless communications, both on and off-
shore,” Vincent said. They subcontract to government, corporate, and private businesses for communications engineering, installations, service, and maintenance. They also offer in-house maintenance contracts. “In addition, we have affiliate companies which offer tower site locations, communications equipment rentals, paging products and service, and a professional answering service,” he added. A STEP ABOVE THE COMPETITION Today, their services start with two-way radio communications, system engineering, and the design and building of wireless computer networks integrating into the wireless world of video, voice and data and sales. LRC also offers complete infrastructure support of antenna system installations, tower sales, service and erection of towers up to 2,000 ft. in height.
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Robert Vincent, CEO holding a framed picture of Earl C. Moses, founder of Louisiana Radio Communications. Robert was hired by the founder 60 years ago. Vincent is proud of the outstanding service given to customers before and after the sale. “Our employees are dedicated to providing each customer that walks through our door with the highest level of assistance. We determine each individual customer’s wireless needs, and then develop a solution that best matches those needs,” he said. “That’s why we sustain more customers and receive more repeat business than any other dealer in the area,” he continued. “Our customers stay our customers because they know that they can expect more from us. Clearly stated, we are the one wireless company that customers can count on. We have worked hard to earn this reputation.” LRC has been developing the IT department for the past ten years, providing wired and wireless broadband service and technology. “For our customers, we offer full service with computer maintenance and software installation,” Vincent explained. “We install and service satellite VOIP utilizing BGAN and satellite Internet Volume 2 • Issue 12
provider services, including radio converted to Internet protocol. And we recently developed and installed radio over IP for ERA helicopters for the Gulf of Mexico.” The company service component serves a seven-parish area of Southwest Louisiana with offices in Lake Charles, Lafayette and Leesville. They also serve in a limited capacity in Southeast Texas as requested; their travel radius is usually within 200 miles. They also offer 24-hour service with a maximum two-hour response time within the local area. “By working with us, you are assured a total plant communications network that meets your needs today and one that can grow with you tomorrow, as your requirements change,” Vincent said. Louisiana Radio Communications Inc. is located at 701 Martin Luther King Highway Lake Charles, LA. 70601 (337) 436-7573, Toll Free: (800) LaRadio (527-2346) Fax: (337) 436-6540. TJN
Hurricane Season is in full swing and we are dedicated to keeping you informed and up to date on any weather threatening Southwest Louisiana. Our KYKZ 96 Hurricane Tracking Chart sponsored by Cameron State Bank and Dale Bernard State Farm Insurance is now available at our sponsor locations or at the KYKZ studios, 425 Broad St. More information at www.kykz.com.
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Eat Your Fruits and Veggies! By Lauren de Albuquerque Time and time again, we’ve heard that we have to eat a certain amount of fruits and vegetables every day. We’ve been hearing this ever since we were kids. Virtually all national health organizations emphasize that people who eat a variety of vegetables and fruits as part of a healthy diet are likely to experience many different health benefits—such as a reduced risk of chronic diseases, including stroke, diabetes, and some types of cancer. Research also suggests that fruits and vegetables may help in preventing and treating heart disease and high blood pressure. Replacing high-fat foods with fruits and vegetables is also a good way to help you lose weight. It’s safe to say that most of us should eat between 2½ to 6½ cups of fruits and vegetables daily, depending on our age, gender, and activity level. Many of us, however, just don’t get enough.
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When I decided I needed to lose weight this summer, I knew what I had to give up: fried food, sodas, sugar, cheeseburgers, and all the salty stuff I loved nibbling on like potato chips, Cheetos, and all the rest. My problem is that I was able to eat all this junk for years and not gain an ounce. But when you get older, well—things change, unfortunately. What I have in my favor are two things: I never cared much for dessert, and I love salads. Giving up sweets is no hardship for me—and I pity the person who doesn’t like salads. When you enjoy salads, you can have a different one every day and never get bored. Or you can have the same one every day (like me) and never get bored. Either way, you can put all kinds of good things in a salad and it’s a great way to get your quota of veggies for the day. As a dressing, I use extra virgin olive oil. It’s so delicious, it’s all I need
–no vinegar necessary. And I’ve become obsessed with radishes. When I crave something crunchy, I just bite into a radish. I put plenty in my salad, along with raw carrots. I do throw in a few olives, even though I know they’re high in fat, and I’ll sprinkle a little bit of cheese over the lettuce. But I’ve been eating so well that I know I can have these little things that I love and still be able to keep the weight off. I never ate breakfast, because I’ve never had much of an appetite in the morning. But my doctor told me that as long as I wasn’t eating breakfast, I would never lose weight. Strange, but true. So now, I’ll have a glass of V-8 Juice, and a piece of fruit or some yogurt in the morn-
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ing. I tried having a bowl of cereal, but it was too filling and made me gag. I really don’t like food in the morning—unlike my husband, who will literally eat anything and everything for breakfast. He’s also the same size he was in high school. I don’t want to talk about it! I also eat a piece of fruit as a midmorning snack. My friend Lisa introduced me to Pink Lady apples, so I’ll have some apple slices, or a clementine, which looks like a tiny orange. The fruit is incredibly sweet. One of the best things about trying to eat healthy in the summer is that we get to enjoy a larger variety of seasonal fruit such as peaches, plums, cherries and nectarines, along with vegetables like sweet corn, fresh green beans and summer squash. Fruits and vegetables may be colorful, but their real beauty lies in what’s inside. They’re great sources of many vitamins, minerals and other natural substances that may help protect us from chronic diseases. Eating fruits and vegetables of different colors gives your body a wide range of valuable nutrients, like fiber,
folate, potassium, and vitamins A and C. Some examples include green spinach, orange sweet potatoes, black beans, yellow corn, purple plums, red watermelon, and white onions. For more variety, try new fruits and vegetables regularly. If you’ve never had a mango or a papaya, now’s the time to start! Be careful with fruit juice. While 100 percent juice can count towards your intake, the majority of your choices should be whole or cut-up fruits (fresh, frozen, canned, or dried). These fruit choices are better options because they contain dietary fiber. Fiber fills you up and keeps your digestive system going. A ½ cup (4 fluid ounces) of 100 percent fruit juice does count as ½ cup of fruit in meeting your requirements You may think that because you’re taking a multivitamin you don’t need as many fruits and veggies. Wrong. These recommendations don’t change. This is because in addition to vitamins and minerals, fruits and vegetables contain naturally occurring substances that may help protect against chronic health conditions. So
we all have to focus on meeting our nutrient needs primarily through foods. Tips for eating the good stuff Here are some tips to help you eat more of the good stuff—and less of the bad stuff! • Buy fresh produce in season, and keep canned and frozen fruits and vegetables on hand. It’s better to eat a variety of fruits — fresh, frozen, canned, or dried — rather than drinking juice. • Keep a bowl of fruit on the counter for an easy-to-grab snack. • Add bananas or berries to your cereal or yogurt. • Make fruit smoothies for a quick breakfast or snack. • Keep baby carrots or other ready-to-eat vegetables on hand. • Add corn, carrots, peas, sweet potatoes, or beans to soups and stews. • Top sandwiches with lettuce, tomato, and other vegetables. • Top broiled lean meat, chicken, or fish with salsa. Each 1/2 cup of salsa counts as a 1/2 cup toward
meeting your daily vegetable needs. • Check out our local farmer’s market for really fresh, homegrown produce. • Try adding fresh herbs to vegetables before you roast, stir-fry, or steam them. • Add grapes, sliced apples, and pears to a chicken salad made with low-fat or fat-free mayonnaise, and radishes, celery, and peppers to a tuna salad. Adding large amounts of fruits and veggies to my diet and eliminating most of the foods that weren’t good for me has made a huge difference in my life. And it can make a difference in yours.
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Letters About Literature State Competition The Louisiana Center for the Book in the State Library of Louisiana proudly announces its second consecutive year as state sponsor of Letters About Literature (LAL), a national reading-writing contest for students. The Center for the Book in the Library of Congress, in partnership with Target Corporation and affiliate state centers for the book, annually invites readers in grades 4 through 12 to enter this competition To enter, the student reader writes a personal letter to an author, living or dead, from any genre—fiction, nonfiction or poetry, contemporary or classic— explaining how that author’s work, whether book, short story, poem, essay or speech, changed the reader’s way of thinking about the world or themselves. The submission, in the form of a personal letter rather than a book report or fan letter, should express how Volume 2 • Issue 12
the chosen book has impacted the reader’s life or worldview. There are three competition levels: Level I for students in grades 4 through 6, Level II for grades 7 and 8, and Level III, grades 9 - 12. Entrants must be 9 years of age or older as of Sept 1, 2010. Grant levels refer to the 2010-11 school year. The contest is now open, and submissions must be sent directly to: Letters About Literature; Competition Level (Indicate level 1, 2 or 3) ; P.O. Box 609; Dallas, PA 18612. Submissions must be postmarked by Fri., Dec. 10, 2010, and received by LAL Central no later than Mon., Dec. 20. Further information and detailed entry guidelines for Letters About Literature and the required downloadable entry coupon may be found at www.LettersAboutLiterature.org.
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What’s Cookin’ It’s a Creole Thang! “When the Gumbo Pot Boils, Friendships Blossom.” Louisiana has so many wonderful culinary artists. According to Carolyn Shelton, life is a kind of gumbo, filled with a variety of ingredients that together have nourished so many people in more ways than one. Born in Louisiana and now living in Texas, she learned most of her culinary skills from her Afro-Creole mother and grandmothers. For many years, she traveled the world as a flight attendant, which provided her with opportunities to sample the cuisine of exotic places. Shelton eventually left the airlines to pursue her career as a restaurateur, chef consultant and cookbook author. She also loves teaching young people how to cook. As an advocate for youth at risk, she teaches etiquette and manners as a tool to build self-esteem, including a program that she developed called “Manners on The Bayou.” Shelton’s upcoming book Gumbo, Grits and Sweet Dough Pies Creole Kids in the Kitchen features recipes and cooking tips that encourage kids to create fun, healthy meals, inspire their creativity and provide valuable skills. Shelton has authored several books, including Coffee, Tea or Watermelon: Life as a Flight Attendant; Young, Gifted & Classy: Poise “N” the Hood, From Chitlins to Caviar : Guide to Etiquette for African American Professionals, Angelina’s Zydeco Okra Cookbook and Zydeco Blues ‘N’ Gumbo Cookbook. She has also hosted her cooking shows, The Zydeco Café, on the radio. Shelton has appeared as a guest on BET, CNN, Donahue, Essence Television, 60 Minutes, WDSU and KLFY-TV Passe Partout. For more information PAGE 24
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Here’s Shelton’s mother Angelina’s delicious recipe for crab cakes. This is one dish that I never tire of; whenever I try a new restaurant, I go for the crab cakes. Perhaps one day, I’ll have the time to make them myself. In the meantime, y’all can give it a try and let me know how you like it! TJN
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This is my mother’s recipe that I have prepared at many cooking events. It has been such a hit that I wanted to share this simple but elegant appetizer with you. Try it and make your celebrations extra special.
Angelina’s Zydeco Crab Cakes INGREDIENTS • 1 lb. blue lump crabmeat drained and picked clean of shell • 1 large egg • ¼ cup bell peppers red, green & yellow (zydeco colors) • ½ cup minced scallions (green onions) • ¼ cup mayonnaise • 1 tbsp. mustard (creole mustard-Zatarain) • 1 tbsp. dried bread crumbs • ½ tsp. Old Bay Seasoning • 1 tsp. Creole seasonings (Zatarain/Slap Ya Mama or your choice) • 2 tbsp. peanut oil or vegetable oil • 2 tbsp. unsalted butter • 2 lemon wedges • Flour for dredging
heavy skillet ready with part oil and butter and heat for 2 to 5 minutes. When ready, dredge the crab cakes in the flour and cook 4 cakes in each pan. Lower heat to medium. Gently turn with a spatula until golden brown on both sides, cooking 5 to 6 minutes per side. Transfer the crab cakes to a platter. Squeeze lemon on each and serve with Remoulade. Enjoy! For more recipes/cookbooks/or cooking classes contact Chef Carolyn E-mail: angelinagumbo337@aol.com (337) 292-6829
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In a large bowl, mix the crabmeat, egg, bell pepper, scallions, mayonnaise and mustard. Season with ¼ salt, ¼ pepper and stir in the bread crumbs. Shape crab cakes and place on wax paper and place in fridge for 8 hours. When you are ready to cook crab cakes, put flour in a shallow dish and season with a little Creole seasoning. Get
USS Orleck Naval Museum, Inc. Barbecue Dinner Fundraiser Sept. 11 Please join us in our celebration of the USS Orleck’s 65th Christening Anniversary by ordering a delicious barbecue dinner. For $6, you get ¼ chicken and sausage, potato salad, beans and bread. To order, call 433-4083 or 526-2699. You can go onto the Web site at www.//orleck.org and order a minimum of ten dinners ($60) using Paypal or a credit card. Pickup is 10 a.m.-- 1 p.m., Sat., Sept. 11 at 604 N. Enterprise Blvd, Lake Charles. You will be able to drive through, pick up your dinner and view the ship from
the shore. Tours are not open to the public yet, however, some USS Orleck gift items will be available. You can visit with former USS Orleck and other Tin Can Sailor veterans who are working on restoration of the ship. DIRECTIONS: From I-10 W or E take Exit 31A., Enterprise Blvd. Exit. Head North on Enterprise, cross over the Rufus Mayfield overpass, stay in the left lane. Continue straight until you see the signs. USS Orleck sign is on the entrance gates. TJN
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Left to Right: Karen Kinslow, Amy Springer, Dr. Steve Springer, Kristin Rosalis and Kelly Thibodeaux
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very day, we walk past magazines and advertisements displaying young vibrant men and women who never seem to age. They have the perfect hair, flawless features, and impeccable skin. Even those that are older seem to achieve longevity of beauty that appears unobtainable to the average person. As a women in her mid-40s, I too worry about the difference between the skin that was, and the skin that is. There are numerous lotions and potions that claim to turn back the clock and restore your skin to its original youth—but whom do you trust? For those of us that are not ready to undergo the knife of plastic surgery, we opt for more non-invasive solutions to the flaws of aging and changing skin conditions. Any company with a few dollars for equipment and advertising can fling their doors open and stake their claim on the “beauty restoration wagon.” So, where do you go to get the truth about your skin and the realistic potential of rejuvenation and treatment? It’s simple: you go where the staff is experienced, knowledgeable, and specializes in skin care management. So, when you’re ready to put down your department store lotion and the latest infomercial miracle creams, and are willing to seek expert solutions toward noticeable changes in your appearance, it’s time to visit the specialized and professional staff of Renew Medical Spa for your free consultation. Renew Medical Spa specializes in a variety of non-invasive skin disorder and cosmetic treatments, customized to suit each of their clients needs. They offer a number of skin care product lines, treatment services, massage therapy, and laser light procedures, all with the comfortable reassurance of an on-site physician available for immediate consultations. The philosophy at Renew is simple: “We believe that the best way to stand out as the ultimate choice for your skin care needs is to place a premium on patient education. The only way to effectively treat any skin disorder or cosmetic issue is through knowledge --a true understanding of your skin type and the most up-to-date products, treatments, and procedures available in our local skin care market. Our goal is to give you knowledge and create an environment where you will get the most out of your informed decision.”
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FROM LAKE AREA SKIN CARE TO RENEW MEDICAL SPA In 2003, Dr. Steve Springer and his wife, Amy, a registered nurse, left his practice at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital to open Springer Family Medical Clinic across from CHRISTUS St. Patrick Hospital. They opened their business with the main focus on general family medicine. In addition, they maintained a small and separate internal division named Lake Area Skin Care, which offered a few moderate skin treatment services. “At that time, our primary focus was the medical side of the business and building the practice,” Amy stated. Dr. Springer recalled that their skin care services were very limited. “We had microdermabrasion, and an intermittent pulses light machine called the Radiancy Skin Station. It performed acne treatments, a photofacial treatment, and hair removal. It was top of the line at that time,” he said. Once the family practice was well established, they decided to break away with a separate line of skin care treatments and increase their services. “We did our research. We looked at multiple laser treatment systems and equipment demos, and decided to go with the Cutera laser system,” Amy recalled. With the addition of licensed aesthetician Kristin Rosalis in 2007, they focused on increasing their product line and services as a separate business. “When Kristin came on board, she brought the aesthetician side of skin care, while we were always focused on the medical side of treatment,” Dr. Springer said. “With her addition and expertise as an aesthetician, we truly expanded our products and services beyond the medically-focused treatments.” “I had to really rely on my passion to help people when I went looking for a center to join,” Rosalis said. “My grandmother was a patient of Dr. Springer’s, and she had the highest opinion of him. I wanted to work for someone who had the same passions and desires as I had for helping people. It couldn’t have worked out better. We were a perfect match.” After much research and with an expanding staff, 2008 brought a new name and a new laser system that would be the signature of their unique and specialized practice. Renew Medical Spa was born, and moved into its new facility, where it is currently located. The spa continues to outgrow its offices and treatment rooms, and the clinic will soon transition its patient entry locations to a private courtyard within the building.
PRODUCT LINES Renew offers a variety of product lines that are readily available for their clients, such as: • Colorescience pure mineral makeup line; • Obagi Medical physician-dispensed, prescription-strength skin care restoration system; • Obagi CLENZIderm® M.D. prescriptionstrength acne treatment; • Eminence Organic Skin Care System; • MUHLE line of shaving and skin care accessories for men; and • LATISSE, the FDA-approved eyelash prescription treatment for increasing the length, thickness, and darkness of lashes or aiding eyelash hypotrichosis. FACIAL SERVICES AND TREATMENT Renew offers specialized facial services including “Express,” “Ultimate Signature,” “Gentlemen’s Facials,” “Microdermabrasion,” and “Detoxifying Back Treatments,” all with the optional add-ons of lip and eye treatments to plump and perk your facial assets. For those in need of correcting more difficult skin conditions including acne, hyper-pigmentation (brown spots), and rosacea; Renew offers a nonaggressive approach through their progressive chemical peel systems. “I feel like we did extensive research on many products looking for the best ingredients and results available on the market today,” Rosalis said. “Product knowledge is very essential to the client’s results, and customization. Different people need different products, and we use the best medical grade available, along with the alternative organic lines.” In addition, Dr. Springer reiterated that during their research, they found that the combination of the medical-grade and organic product lines of the Obagi
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Skin Care Systems were the perfect fit for the services they wanted to offer to their clients. Amy emphasizes that the Obagi line of products is the number one choice of aestheticians and cosmetic physicians in the country. MASSAGE THERAPY In addition to their basic services, Renew provides massage therapy sessions for physical, functional and psychological restoration and balance. Clients can choose between the fullbody-treatment of a Swedish massage with customized aromatherapy to soothe away muscle tension and decrease stress, or a deep tissue massage, used to target muscle knots, reduce inflammation, and release chronic muscle tension, while relieving stress and eliminating toxins I’M A BELIEVER One of the benefits of being a journalist is that on occasion, it
allows me to “sample” the services and products of the businesses we feature in The Jambalaya News. As one who has never been much on skin care regimes beyond the soap in my shower and discount facial creams, I had a rare awakening when I experienced the results of an hourlong organic facial. Now, I’m not one to needlessly brag about the services I receive unless they are truly worth a thumbs up. So, I have to admit that after the Obagi cleansing, the blueberry-soy and crushed walnut-shell scrub, the face, neck, shoulder, and arms massage, and number of other facial treatments I can’t remember due to my heightened sense of relaxation and possible dozing—I am a firm believer. This one-hour, luxuriously pampering treatment removed what seemed to be hundreds of layers of my overly dry skin and left it with a velvety texture that I had not felt on my skin in years.
They proved to me that there are tremendous differences between treating your skin with the traditional standbys, and the products and services now available to the public at nearly the same prices. I couldn’t believe how much smoother and tighter my skin had become with just this simple facial. The best compliment I can give is that my family and friends will be getting Renew gift certificates for Christmas. Two thumbs up, Renew — you made a skin care believer and client out of me. PROCEDURES For those clients looking for more intensive and non-operative procedures to facial restoration, Renew offers many procedural options to suit each client’s
A client enjoys an Ultimate Signature Facial by Kristin Rosalis
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specific areas of rejuvenation and repair, such as: • The LimeLight Facial for treatment of skin redness, tiny veins, brown spots and sun damage. • Laser Genesis Skin Therapy for treatment of wrinkles, large pores, skin texture and redness.. • CoolGlide® Vein Therapy for the face and body, available for men and women of all skin tones and types. • Cutera Titan Skin Tightening light therapy for a natural option to turning back the clock on aging. • Pearl Fractional Anti-Aging Laser for combating photoaging in just one treatment. • Cutera CoolGlide® Laser Hair Removal for men and women of all skin types and tones. • 3D Skin Rejuvenation Therapy to improve tone, texture, and skin tightness. • Acne Light-Based Treatment for those with moderate-to-severe acne not responding to other treatments. Renew Medical Spa emphasizes that combination therapy is always best for efficiently treating acne. A prescribed regime by Dr. Springer will be formulated to fit each client’s specific needs.
• Botox® Cosmetic Treatment to temporarily reduce moderate to severe frown lines between the brows and around the eyes. • Juvederm Injectable Gel to instantly smooth away wrinkles and plump up lips. “We spent a long time, and tried a number of different types of lasers and equipment before deciding on our current system.” Dr. Springer stated. “We even waited until the latest and most effective top-of-the-line technology was available before purchasing the Pearl Fractional Treatment System. We knew it was the best system available and we wanted the best for our clients. Renew is the only spa or cosmetic treatment facility that currently has the Pearl system in the Lake Area, and we are proud of that.” “I’ve had the Limelight facial treatment a few times to treat my facial skin damage due to overexposure to the sun,” said Rebekah Dressler, Renew client and owner of 505 Imports. “I cannot tell you how many people comment on how young I look and the change in my
skin. The dark sunspots just seemed to fall away.” Dressler uses the Eminence organic skin care line and can’t believe the difference it makes on her skin. “I recommend Renew Medical Spa to all of my friends and clients,” she said. “Their staff is amazing. I’ve mainly worked with Kristin, who is very knowledgeable about the products and services, and is very personable to work with. I really enjoy my visits. I feel like I’m visiting my friends rather than visiting another business.” Rosalis said the staff tends to develop personal relationships with the clients. “We spend a lot of time with them,
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Beautiful handmade Lilybrooke jewelry can be found at Renew. Pictured above: Suzanne Johnson, Owner of Lilybrooke Designs.
15% Senior Discount All Doctors’ Prescriptions Accepted Experienced Professional Staff • Most Insurance Accepted
instead of the cookie cutter way of some treatment programs. We take the time to develop specialized plans for each of our clients,” said Rosalis. “I never want to leave Renew Medical Spa or the Springers. I’ve worked since the age of 13 and I never knew that a job could be so gratifying or that I could feel more like a part of the family in my job. I know that our clients have emotional ties to us, because everyone is treated like family.” Amy Springer feels that the spa stands apart from all the others because of the way their clients are handled. “When we schedule clients for their sessions, we don’t squeeze them together or overlap the times,” she said. “We know when and why they are coming, and we know that personalized care is important to them. So, we organize and prepare for their individual treatment, and we are there waiting on them when it is their time. We never forget that we are here for them,” she emphasized. CLIENT REWARD PROGRAMS Renew believes it’s important to reward their clients for their continued patronage and referrals through several reward programs and client specials. Some of their gifts include a Botox Reward Program, Referral Rewards, a VIP Points Program, and Spa Party Hostess incentives. For those special returning customers, Renew offers free Medical Skin Care System products with select laser packages, free 30-minute facials with qualifying Eminence Organic Skin Care purchase, and a free microdermabrasion or chemical peel with select skin care purchases.
COMMUNITY SUPPORT Renew Medical Spa is a proud supporter of the national 3/50 Project, which supports communities supporting local businesses. Their goal is to have each person visit three locally owned independent businesses within their community and spend at least $50 per month to keep their community’s small businesses thriving. With a motto of “Saving The Brick and Mortars Our Nation Is Built On,” the project states that for every $100 spent in locally owned businesses, $68 returns to the community. So pick three, spend $50, and save your local economy. For more information about the 3/50 Project in your community, check out the Web site at www.350project.net, or write for more information at get_info@the350project.net. In addition, Amy Springer is a member of the Lake Area Shoppe Girls, a women’s business and civic organization of small business owners that promote and support locally owned and operated businesses by women. For more information about the LA Shoppe Girls, they can be contacted at www.lashoppegirls.com or contacted directly at rdressler@505imports.com. Renew Medical Spa is located at 601 Dr. Michael DeBakey Drive, Lake Charles, LA 70601, in The Clinic medical offices. For more information or to schedule your free consultation, Renew can be contacted directly at (337) 436-3840 or at service@renewmedicalspaswla.com. Visit their Web site at www.renewmedicalspaswla.com.
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Dr. Steve Springer Medical Director, Owner Dr. Springer is a board-certified Family Medicine physician who received his degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport. In 1997, he moved to Lake Charles to complete his medical residency at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, where he finished as a chief resident. Dr. Springer’s specialized interests include diabetes, advanced wound healing, hyperbaric oxygen, dermatology, and facial cosmetic procedures. Dr. Springer continued his post-residency training to specialize in Botox® and Juvederm injections, as well as extensive training for laser resurfacing with Cutera’s newest and most advanced FDA-approved Pearl Fractional laser treatment system. In addition, he has received advanced and detailed training at several global skin healing conferences. Dr. Springer is currently the family practice physician at The Clinic, located at 601 Dr. Michael DeBakey Drive in Lake Charles, and the co-owner and on-site physician for Renew Medical Spa. Amy Springer, RN Botox and Dermal Filler Specialist, Co-Owner As co-owner, Amy Springer brings over 11 years of experience as a registered nurse to the clients of Renew Medical Spa. She received her nursing degree in 1998 from McNeese State University and has continued to expand her training through additional classes in advanced laser techniques, injectables, and cosmetic fillers. She has extensive training with the Obagi Medical Skincare systems, Eminence Organic Skin Care systems, and is a “Master Colorescientist” with Colorescience mineral make-up.
Kristin Rosalis Medical Aesthetician, Advanced Treatment Specialist As the spa manager, Kristen Rosalis brings her specialized training and degree from the Aveda Institute of Esthetics and Skin Care in Lafayette. She has obtained advanced training in laser and light-based treatment procedures, chemical peels, and microdermabrasion. She has extensive training with the Obagi Medical Skincare systems, Eminence Organic Skin Care systems, and is a “Master Colorescientist” with Colorescience mineral make-up. In addition, Rosalis is the Laser Safety Officer for Renew Medical Spa. Karen Kinslow Licensed Massage Therapist Karen Kinslow graduated from the Austin, Texas School of Massage Therapy, and took graduate studies at the Shearer Institute in Santa Fe, and has has 27 years of experience — 14 of them as an instructor of Massage and Health Services at her alma mater in Texas, and more recently at the Institute of Massage Therapy in Lake Charles. Kinslow joined Renew earlier this summer, and is currently the licensed massage therapist. In addition, she maintains a private practice as a certified yoga instructor. Kelly Thibodeaux Medical Aesthetician, Advanced Treatment Specialist Kelly Thibodeaux is the newest addition to the Renew family of skin care specialists. Kelly graduated from the Aveda Institute of Esthetics and Skin Care in Lafayette in 2007. She has obtained advanced training in laser and light-based treatment procedures, chemical peels, and microdermabrasion. She has extensive training with the Obagi Medical Skincare systems, Eminence Organic Skin Care systems, and is a “Master Colorescientist” with Colorescience mineral make-up. TJN Volume 2 • Issue 12
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The economy is shaky and unemployment is rising. Yet, these women-owned businesses in Southwest Louisiana are holding their own. From restaurants to tanning salons, real estate brokers to beauty consultants, they are proof positive that if you offer above-average service and products, the clients will come. A little over a year ago, I started The Jambalaya News. I knew how to produce a good publication; but I was a novice on the business end. It hasn’t been easy, but I am proud to say that all our hard work has paid off. The Jam is a great success and has persevered in an economy where others have failed. So hats off to all of us. We’re in good company! TJN
Salon Evans The Right Hair • Smart Makeup Beauty is not about age, or height, or weight – it’s about simply being the absolute best version of yourself that you can be. If you’re ready for a little beauty rehab, the professionals at Salon Evans, can help you find the right products, habits and regimens that fit you and your individual lifestyle. Tasha Evans, owner of Salon Evans, has gone to great lengths to learn about “beauty.” Tasha, a master stylist/colorist and founder of Salon Evans in Lake Charles, said a good cut is the basis of good hair. She said beautiful hair has movement and shine, and begs to be touched. “The shape of your face and the texture of your hair determine what hairstyles will look good on you,” she said. PAGE 32
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Haircutting is not a matter of simple geometry – your haircut has to fit your lifestyle. Tasha said to talk to your stylist. The more specific you can be in terms of what you like and don’t like, the more likely you’ll get the results you desire. Here’s a tip: When you’re flipping through a magazine for pictures to bring to your stylist, look for ones from the red carpet. Why? Red carpet photographs show the most realistic hair you’re going to find in a magazine. You can get red carpet hair at Salon Evans. Tasha and her team of stylists keep current on all of the red carpet looks. She said it’s vital in her industry to do so. One of the most innovative technologies in the beauty industry is Keratin Complex
Smoothing Therapy, and it’s available at Salon Evans. It straightens curly hair – damage free. Tasha said her master stylists Johnny LeFleur and Danielle Wybel were the first two stylists certified to do the Keratin Complex Smoothing Therapy treatment in Southwest Louisiana. “It’s chemical-free, lasts three to five months and starts at $300.” Splurge on professional makeup lessons at Salon Evans. The make-up artists there will teach you advanced tricks like highlighting and contouring or help you create some evening looks. Tasha and her staff love doing make-up and hair for brides.
Salon Evans has nine stylists to meet your needs. Call (337) 477-6868 to schedule your appointment today. New clients get a FREE haircut with any color service booked with one of our new stylists.
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Edward Jones Vickie wicks Helping Others Reach Their Dreams Vickie Wicks, Financial Advisor with Edward Jones, started in the financial services industry in 1991 as an investment representative for a local bank. She opened her Edward Jones Branch in June of 1995. In 1998 she became a limited partner with Edward Jones and in 2001 the Regional Leader for SWLA and SE Texas financial advisors. Growth has transformed Edward Jones from a regional firm of only 304 offices in 1980 to a national and global presence. Currently her region has 54 financial advisors, and plans are to continue growing their financial advisors as the population grows in these areas. In 2006 Vickie was named General Partner. She is currently on the cabinet for the SWLA United Way, serving as Chairman 2007-2008. She is a member of the BBB. She has been a Rotarian for 16 years with the Greater Lake Charles Rotary Club and served as its president in 2001. Vickie is a McNeese graduate with a BA in liberal arts and holds the AAMS designation. The Edward Jones philosophy is that service to the individual is of utmost importance. “This is my passion, serving others,” states Vickie. Edward Jones provides quality, longterm investment opportunities that include a broad
mix of municipal, government and corporate bonds; mutual funds; common stocks and tax advantaged securities. The firm was founded in 1922 by Edward D. Jones, Sr. After working a rural territory in Missouri and Illinois, Ted Jones, the son of the founder, positioned the company in the increasingly competitive marketplace as a specialist in providing investment advice to rural Americans. In the 70’s the firm realized that the appeal of Edward Jones was not based on geography, but rather to a certain kind of investor anywhere. In the 80’s, the firm began expanding into metropolitan areas, starting with Chicago and Dallas. Edward Jones now conducts the majority of its business in urban and suburban markets. Although the firm’s size has changed, its set of business principles retains the same focus of serving the serious long term investor. The firm’s investment philosophy emphases quality and a wellbalanced portfolio, and it believes personal relationships are key. So, if you are a careful and considering kind of investor who prefers a longterm relationship with his or her financial services firm, Vickie Wicks at Edward Jones is there to help with your investments.
Augie’s Scooters WOW! Next month will mark two years since Augie’s Scooters opened on W. Prien Lake Rd. in Lake Charles. Augie’s started with a single line of motor scooter, but in the two years since we opened, we’ve evolved to where we now offer a wide selection of scooters from five different brands. Engine sizes range from the 49cc local commuter to the 250cc cruiser. Plus, we offer two motorcycle models from CFMOTO. Our service center provides maintenance and repairs for what we sell as well as for scooters from other sources. One of our goals continues to be that of offering a selection of reliable, moderately priced motor scooters. We’re proud of the quality products in our showroom today. People continue to be surprised by our prices. Our highest priced scooter is the three-wheeled Auto Moto, priced just under $4000.00, plus dealer prep, TT&L. So, it’s easy to see why so many people are opting to ride a scooter to work or school. The fuel costs are minimal, and its just plain fun! Our selection of accessories and gift products continues to increase. You’ve just got to see the LSU helmets we’ve
added this year! As the holiday season approaches, more accessories and gift products will be added. One thing is for sure, scootering is all about practicality, saving money and having fun! Augie’s Scooters, Southwest Louisiana’s only store dedicated to motor scooters and scooterists, is locally owned and operated by Linda and Charles Dessommes.
301 W. Prien Lake Rd. (337) 477-7977
Wednesday, September 15 • 4pm - 7pm announcing our new
Boutique & Gift Shop designer inspired handbags • jewelry • accessories • gifts & more
Bring your old jewelry, coins, or flatwear and receive cash in hand at the Cash For Gold Show hosted by Glow Salon.
Member SIPC
Vickie V. Wicks, Financial Advisor 609 W. Prien Lake Road, Lake Charles (337) 477-2356 vickie.wicks@edwardjones.com Volume 2 • Issue 12
You bring it • Platinum • 10K • 18K
– they’ll buy it! • Sterling Silver • 14K • 24K
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United office Supply Largest locally owned office supply store in SWLA approaching 23 years Carolyn Cockrill purchased United Office Supply and Equipment Co., Inc. in January of 1989. Almost 23 years later, the long hours and hard work have paid off. Today, United Office Supply is the largest locally owned office supply store in Calcasieu Parish. In addition to office supplies, the company sells office furniture and machines, and copier and com puter supplies. The store also offers janitorial supplies, promotional products, rubber stamps, TimeMist products and so much more. In addition, they print business cards and wedding invitations. This locally owned store has just about everything you need for your business in one location! Cockrill is proud of the fast, per sonal service that her business offers. There is never any charge for delivery, with no minimum order amount for the free delivery. Where else can you find conven ience and service like that? United Office Supply accepts
debit, credit and pro cards. You can call your order in and have it deliv ered right to your door. Drop by 4013 Maplewood Drive in Sulphur, or call Carolyn or her staff today— and experience United Office Supply’s friendly, personal service for yourself.
4013 Maplewood Drive Sulphur, LA 625-2442 • 474-5589 www.unitedofficesupply.com
Donna’s Lingerie & swimwear An Uplifting Experience Owner Donna Mier has been an independent business woman for 28 years. Since 1982, Donna has been explaining how 85% of women wear the wrong size bra. The staff at Donna’s has many years of experience and are the most knowledgeable fitters in the area. They specialize in hard to fit sizes A-L cups. Donna and her staff can solve most any bra fitting problems including straps that fall, backbands that ride up, and chaffing or rash under the breast. All of these are indications of an improper fit or support. Donna’s not only fits women in supportive everyday bras but also fits nursing bras, mastectomy bras and bras for women who have had breast augmentation, breast reduction or lumpectomy. Donna’s Lingerie and Swimwear carries one of the largest selection and variety of swimwear ranging from Jr., Misses & Women sizes. Donna is a Board-Certified Fitter. Having recently received her accreditation approval, Donna files PAGE 34
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with Medicare and insurance. She is also pleased to offer the latest trends in post-mastectomy products as well as wigs, turbans, and hats for chemotherapy patients. Donna retains a large customer base by listening to her customers and working diligently to meet their needs.
Australian Super tans Our Prices Bring You In… Our Quality Brings You Back! Australian Super Tans has the most to offer you, our customer! Owned by Staci and Wade Boudoin, we are the oldest and the most upscale tanning salon in the Lake Area. We have been in business for 17 years, and have been voted No. 1 tanning salon in SWLA every year since 2000. We were also chosen as one of the Top 250 tanning salons in the United States twice. We are the only salon with multiple locations to serve you in Lake Charles and Sulphur. Two are open seven days a week. Buy time at one store and tan at all four! We feature 38 of the most powerful WOLFF beds in the industry, offering many different levels of beds and stand-ups for you to choose from. We carry the highest quality equipment in the industry. No other equipment performs like our Ergoline equipment. Our beds have the highest bulb wattage, guaranteeing the darkest tan possible. All bulbs are new and are at their strongest at all times. We also have two Mystic Tan Booths (UV-free tanning). We pride ourselves on superclean salons, excellent customer service, the highest quality equipment and knowledgeable staff. Look for our certificates as proof that we are a professional salon. At Australian Super Tans, all employees are “Smart Tan” certified and thoroughly trained on lotion and tanning products. They will help customize a special program that fits your budget and your schedule. We offer a large variety of tanning packages. You can purchase one visit, or come weekly, monthly or yearly. Pay in full, or use our payment plan options.
Enjoy our retail area, where you will find: • Elan clothing • AST clothing • Swimwear • Flip flops • Luggage and purses • Fleur de lis items • Wood Wick candles, reed diffusers and oils • Kids back packs, lunch bags, and more. We have monthly specials and student discounts. No appointment is necessary; walk-ins welcome. Check out our Website: www.ASTtanning.com OUR LOCATIONS 4435 Nelson Road • 477-5014 Country Club Plaza 3113 Ryan Street • 491-0925 Pzazz Shopping Center 190 N. Cities Service Hwy. 626-0925 • Sulphur Aussie Day Spa & Tanning 4626 Nelson Rd • 562-2040
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Hope therapy center Get One-on-One Care The therapists at Hope Therapy Center appreciate that the quality of patient care depends on their commitment and expertise. Kim Anderson and Sonya Brooks, co-owners and founders of Hope Therapy Center, along with their staff of therapists, hold advanced degrees and are constantly updating their skills in order to provide the best possible treatment for patients. A one-on-one approach to physical, occupational and speech therapy is now available in Southwest Louisiana. You can find it at Hope Therapy Center in Lake Charles. Physical Therapist Kim Anderson and Speech-language Pathologist Sonya Brooks created the clinic, giving area patients the option of customized treatment without leaving town. They say each patient deserves one-on-one
personalized attention from a licensed therapist. “In creating this clinic, our goal has been to provide the best evidence based therapy to our patients,” said Brooks, cofounder of Hope Therapy Center. “Our patients can expect to see a licensed therapist for the duration of their treatment. We do not employ technicians or unlicensed personnel for patient care.” In September of 2008, between Hurricanes Gustav and Ike, Sonya and Kim opened the 2,700-square-foot center at 1717 E. Prien Lake Road, Suite 1, in Lake Charles. They divided their state-ofthe-art facility into two separate areas to serve both adult and pediatric patients. For adult patients, the center has a large open gym with four private treatment rooms,
equipped with high-low treatment tables for manual therapy. Now the pediatric area, there’s a large space divided into treatment zones: a floor play area for stretching; stairs and a slide for gross motor therapy; swings for vestibular therapy; and, low tables for a variety of fine motor exercises. There are also two private treatment areas for speech therapy and handwriting patients. Besides offering a full array of occupational and physical therapy, as well as speech-language pathology services, for people of all ages and abilities, Hope Therapy Center is the only clinic in the area to offer tracheoesophageal puncture and prosthesis (TEP) training, according to Sonya. This is an important service for those patients who have had laryngeal cancer and have had to undergo laryngectomy – surgical removal of the voice box. Kim Anderson is board certified with a doctorate in physical therapy. She is excited to provide her patients with the latest, most innovative technology. According to Anderson and her staff, you have the right to choose where you receive therapy. In addition to providing physical and occupational therapy, Hope Therapy Center provides speech-language pathology services – sometimes
known as speech therapy. Sonya Brooks is a certified clinical speech-language pathologist with a master’s degree in Communication Disorders. She has been practicing in Southwest Louisiana for more than 10 years. Her wealth of experience in various health care settings makes a real difference to patients. Hope Therapy Center has some very special volunteers to help with patients – therapy dogs. Brooks said pet therapy dogs are provided by Therapy Dogs Inc., and have volunteered at hospitals, libraries, schools and nursing homes. She said therapy dogs motivate the patients to work hard while having fun. Hope Therapy Center is a joint effort between Sonya and Kim. Both had thriving careers prior to starting their own venture, but decided it was time to strike out on their own. “Opening our own clinic has allowed us to hand-pick those therapists who share our vision and our ethics,” Kim said. “Yet, we still challenge each other to try new and innovative approaches to treatment.” The staff includes Kelly Abate, MA, CF-SLP; Kristen Mathis, PT, DPT; Mika Doucet, LOTR, MOT. The office staff consists of Cindy Istre, office manager; and Cyndy Lirette, Administrative Assistant. Call Hope Therapy Center at (337) 478-5880, or visit the Web site: www.hopetherapycenter.net. The clinic is located at 1717 E. Prien Lake Road, Suite 1, in Lake Charles.
Bottom: Kelly Abate, MA,CF-SLP; Kristin Mathis, PT, DPT. Top: Sonya Brooks, MA, CCC-SLP; Kim Anderson, PT, DPT; Mika Doucet, LOTR, MOT Volume 2 • Issue 12
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By Lauren de Albuquerque
Owning your own business can be a daunting experience, especially if you’re a woman. Women generally have to prove themselves more, and face more obstacles than their male counterparts. As a business owner myself, I’m the first to admit that it isn’t easy. It’s really important to stay motivated to reach the goals that you’ve set for yourself, especially since you may often have to go it alone. The worst thing you can do is lose your motivation. If that happens, your business will surely suffer. The following tips will help: Don’t wait for others to motivate you. If you consistently need the encouragement of others in order to reach your goals, you’re putting your business in jeopardy. Everyone’s occupied with their own lives and work, and it isn’t easy finding consistent support. So you’ll need to find a way to motivate yourself. You’ve come this far, so make sure you find interesting ways to set your own short and long-term goals that will help you achieve success. This is especially important if you’re involved in sales. Don’t take criticism to heart. If you let yourself be discouraged when others criticize you, you’ll find yourself down most of the time. Put everything you hear in perspective. There could be many reasons why someone is criticizing you, from jealousy to competition to dissatisfaction with their own lives. Remember, you are not what others say; you are what you say to yourself. Learn how to think positive on a consistent basis to drown out criticism. Limit activities that you don’t like. There’s nothing that will make your morale suffer more than wasting precious time pursuing activities you don’t enjoy. There will always be parts of your business that you prefer over others. Of course, you must take care of your obligations, but at some point, you should be able to move on to activities that keep you excited, instead of struggling with things you aren’t happy about doing.
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Don’t procrastinate. Waiting until the last minute to complete certain tasks increases stress, which will only cause more problems in your already busy life. Make a schedule, and face difficult tasks one step at a time. Eventually, you’ll be able to get things done ahead of schedule, which will be a huge load off your mind. And don’t be afraid to ask for help if you need it. Have confidence in your decisions. If you consistently worry about the decisions you make, take the time to look at all of the alternatives and review their pros and cons prior to making a determination. In business, we’re sometimes called upon to make quick decisions. If that’s the case, then go with the one that is the most conservative and that will cause the least harm, so there won’t be any regrets afterwards. Don’t give up so easily. One of the best ways to lose motivation is to give up when the going gets tough. Don’t be a quitter; instead, learn the selfdiscipline necessary to tough things out. You’re going to face some difficult tasks as a leader, but you can’t lead if you can’t finish. So, decide that you’re going to reach your goal no matter what—then figure out what it’s going to take to get there. Break your bad habits. A habit is an action you do without thinking. In order to change a habit, you have to be conscious of your activities and then deliberately do something that changes that behavior. For example, if you’re a negative thinker, you’ll need to learn how to change your way of thinking. Read self-help and motivational books to make your thoughts more positive. If you have a long commute to work, or if you’re on the road often, listen to audiotapes in your car. Learning to stay motivated is an important skill. By recognizing the areas that need work, you can increase your confidence and become a more successful business owner. TJN
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Threadworks Melissa Viator appreciates all things Southern, and will slap a monogram on anything that sits still. Monogramming is not just for bags, purses or baby items any more. Stop by Threadworks and see their new vinyl lettering, all done in house! This lettering is the latest trend in boutique gift shops across the South. “We have a great line of magnet boards, stein cups, trash cans, candles, drink tubs -- even Germ-X bottles!” she said. “One of my personal favorites is a 32-ounce hot pink plastic mug (the old Pat O’Carroll’s mug) with a huge monogram on it.” Viator spends lots of time at market and researching products to be the first to bring the latest and hottest trends to Southwest Louisiana. “Vera Bradley by far is one of our biggest claims to fame,” she said. “They have new patterns that debut approximately every three months.” The line includes the ever-popular “hipster,” mini-hipster, luggage, sunglasses, pens, highlighters, file folders, notebooks and more. “We usually run on a two day turnaround time, we’ve got two four head machines as well as a single head. We can handle large business jobs as well
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as small ones. Keep Threadworks in mind when you are doing your office Christmas party - maybe nice fleece jackets with the company logo for those girls in the office?! “So, if you haven’t visited the original monogram shop - painted lime green with polka dots - come by and get some Christmas ideas—we’ve got something for everyone on your list!”
1425 W. Prien Lake Rd. Holly Hill Plaza • Lake Charles (337) 477-1804
Blazin’ Truck Parts & accessories, llc For Real Heavy-Duty Truck Parts Blazin’ Truck Parts is owned by Sabrina McCoy and managed by Scott McCoy. With over 27 years of experience and expertise, Scott can provide drivers with everything they need for a customized and well maintained truck. Our main focus is heavy duty truck and trailer parts and chrome and stainless accessories including Grand Rock exhaust, Baldwin filters, CAT filters, Firestone airbags, and United Pacific chrome accessories, just to name a few. We also carry parts for boat, utility, and cargo trailers.
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Inner Bliss
Come by and see what’s new... we are adding new parts and the hottest accessories to our inventory everyday. We are conveniently located at Exit 36 off of I-10 with lots of big rig parking available. We look forward to serving your heavy duty truck parts needs for many years to come. Customer satisfaction is our #1 priority! We would like to extend our greatest appreciation to our family, friends, and customers who have made our business a success.
At least 15 million American woman have yeast (candidiasis), a yeast overgrowth that triggers fatigue and weight gain. Deanna Shuff and Nicole Shuff Arabie were 2 of those 15 million women, that had yeast related health problems and being overweight. That is how their journey and Inner Bliss Wellness Center began. Deanna Shuff, owner of Inner Bliss Wellness Center works with her sister Nicole Arabie and Cassie Champagne-Robbins. Deanna and Cassie are both licensed massage therapist. Deanna is also employed as an Operator at ConocoPhillips. Nicole and Deanna are certified wellness consultants with M’lis. All M’lis products and programs tap in to the body’s ability to renew, cleanse, and restore itself. We don’t use chemicals or drugs that so often temporarily provide results while ultimately creating problems in the long run. Health and Renewal comes from within. Have you ever thought that you may be overweight because your body is overloaded with toxins? Inner Bliss Wellness Center uses detoxification, nutrition, M’lis supplementation, and provides you with education that will create the building blocks that will allow you to unload your body of toxins. After completion of an M’lis program, we are able to tap into the body’s ability to renew, cleanse and restore itself and this is when your path to optimal health begins. To meet this commitment, we provide our clients daily support to give them the best opportunity to succeed on their path to optimal health. Upon completion of a wellness program we continually mentor each person in their effort to maintain optimal health. Therefore, our relationship with our clients is not short term but rather a lifelong effort to attain and then maintain good health that is chemical free. Did you know that yeast packs on 30+ extra pounds? In studies at the Fibromyalgia & Fatigue Centers in Dallas, yeast overgrowth has been linked to an average gain of 32.5 pounds, reports center medical director Jacob Teitelbaum, M.D., author of Beat Sugar Addiction Now! (Fair inds Press, 2010), Here’s why: • Did you know that Yeast triggers intense cravings? • Yeast hinders the thyroid. • Yeast causes belly fat (bloat)?
Deanna Shuff and Nicole Arabie THE IMPACT OF YEAST – BODY WIDE Yeast produces inflammatory proteins that trigger chronic congestion, post nasal drip and sinusitis. Yeast produces toxic by-products that weaken immune cells, resulting in frequent colds and other infections. Yeast inhibits the absorption of brain-nourishing essential fatty acids, leading to difficulty concentrating, irritability and/or mood swings. Yeast crowds out digestion-enhancing probiotics, triggering heartburn, bloat, diarrhea and/ or constipation. UCLA researchers say after doing a (Candida) detox the result : Fat burn is revved, trapped fluids are flushed and cravings fade. So slimming is automatic, even long after the detox is complete. Inner Bliss offers the following: • Detoxification • Lifestyle Programs • Body Contour Wraps • Holistic Skin Care • Massage • Weight Loss • Behavioral Modification Programs • 8 week Behavioral modification classes (change your habits and get healthy.) Call (337)475-2547 to schedule your appointment today. NEW CLIENTS GET A FREE WELLNESS CONSULT AND BODY COMPOSTION ANALYSIS.
Stop by our new location in Holly Hill Plaza 1411 W. Prien Lake Road in Lake Charles. Visit our online store: www.innerblissbydee.com. Volume 2 • Issue 12
BeautiControl Start Your Own Business Today!
“How much money do you make?” “I make as much money as I want while having a lot of fun helping women relax and de-stress at home or at their office. There is an endless earning potential with BeautiControl.” Learn how to turn the BeautiControl products you love into unlimited income. Glamorous BeautiControl products are only one part of the BeautiControl story. For 30 years, thousands upon thousands
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of women have said “yes” to the incredible opportunity to have their own business. Free yourself financially. Earn enough to pay your bills, finance your dream vacation home or realize your wildest dreams. With BeautiControl, you control your future — the choice is yours! People typically start a BeautiControl business for one of three reasons: • They want the products. • They need a little extra money. • They see an opportunity for
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advancement and earnings. BeautiControl independent consultants are empowered to pamper others, and provide an opportunity to relax and rejuvenate through a luxurious at-home spa. This could be you! Most successful consultants get started with the BC Spa Business Case. The case gives you everything you need to recoup your investment, make immediate income and start holding spas. Plus, with the Spa Business Case, you receive the 50
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percent discount level on all orders for the following 30 days and a free gift with purchase – a $100 value. Contents may vary. Start your new business with only $355 plus tax and shipping We have a representative in your area. With our mobile spa business, we can assist you with purchasing products, holding a relaxation spa, or starting your own part-time or fulltime business. Please call (337) 540-4908 and one of our independent consultants will contact you.
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Cajun Cafe
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The Cajun Café has been a fixture in Lake Charles for years—56, to be exact. The original cafe was located on Broad and 1st avenue. Kelly McKinney bought the business on in Sept., 2004 and reopened after painting, scrubbing and cleaning all Labor Day weekend. The building was completely destroyed by Hurricane Rita a year later. Despite the pain of changing locations, it turned out to be a great move for the business. Since November of 2005, the restaurant is now located at 329 Pryce Street (formally Lawrence Street). Cajun Café offers award-winning home cooking served from 10:30 a.m. - 2 pm. The menu changes daily, with a half dozen meats and twice as many vegetables to choose from. The restaurant caters after hours. “Owning a small business is tough but SO rewarding,” said McKinney “I’m a mother of four small children that are growing up way too fast! But I love raising them around the restaurant business.”
329 Lawrence Street Lake Charles, LA (337) 439-3722
Slender Solutions Look 10-30” Slimmer Today! Slender Solutions is a licensed provider of The Body Wrap by Victoria Morton, who started Suddenly Slender in Florida 31 years ago. Dixette Williams opened the Lake Charles Slender Solutions 12 years ago. A paralegal for 26 years, she was frustrated with her weight. “I had tried all the usual weight loss stuff, but nothing worked for me,” she said. Desperate, she went on the Internet, and found a Suddenly Slender franchise in Lafayette. She went, and the inches came off. In six months, she had quit her job, and opened Slender Solutions in Lake Charles. “People were skeptical at first,” Dixette said. “But when clients started seeing results, the concept caught on.” The rest is history, as they say. After starting her business in a small rented building where there was room for only one wrap at a time, she was able to buy the spacious building on McNeese Street where her business is now. With three wrap techs on duty, three wraps can be done at the same time. Male clients are always wrapped separately; and couples that wrap together generally get their own time. You have your choice of the detoxifying Mineral Body Wrap, Flat Tummy PAGE 40
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Wrap, or the Body Lift Wrap. In addition, there are a host of products in stock to enhance the results of the wraps. Other services offered at Slender Solutions include airbrush tanning, tanning beds, facial waxing, face taping and skin-conditioning masks. You’ll love glo minerals skin-nurturing, talc-free makeup and skin care with UV protection and antioxidant benefits. Ask us about our makeovers! Call 562-9400 today or go to the web site at www.slendersolutionsoflakecharles.com—and start taking those inches off!
1602 W. McNeese St., Lake Charles (337) 562-9400
Lake Charles Pre-Sort has been in business since 1985, providing mailing and statement processing services to businesses throughout Louisiana and Texas. Gayle Smith opened Lake Charles Pre-Sort 26 years ago after the department store she was a buyer for closed due to the poor economy in SW Texas. Friends in the presort business helped her start what she thought would be a part-time venture. It quickly grew beyond that. “Larry and I started out picking up mail from businesses, sorting it and sharing the postal discounts with them,” she said. In some cases businesses eliminated their mail rooms. They drop the mail at our office and we take it from there. No more hassles dealing with postage meter companies or an extra employee to run the mail.” In 2004, Gayle and her husband Larry opened Digital Print & Mail. “The printing business is really doing well for us, and quite a lot of what we mail we are now printing,” she said. “Between the two compa-
nies, we can do your design; printing, including variable data printing; provide your mailing lists and database support; processing and all mailing services. We encourage our clients to consult with us from the start to make sure their mail piece is compliant with postal regulations; therefore, saving them postal dollars and getting them the best possible delivery. We are the secretary’s best friend!”
1800 Kirkman St. Lake Charles (337) 477-1804
The perfect fit Look Great with a Perfect Fit Located in beautiful downtown Lake Charles, The Perfect Fit offers a new concept in shopping. Owner Barbara DuBose, with 38 years experience, provides an inviting atmosphere in which to sit, relax, and enjoy personal attention. For any special occasion or seasonal wardrobe need, Barbara brings designers in to help you choose styles and colors. To ensure the “perfect fit” Barbara takes custom measurements and gives personal attention to detail with the use of luxurious fabrics to create glamour and sophisticated fashion. Our ladies will look their best at every occasion from an afternoon lunch, board meetings, cocktails parties, or a black tie event for that significant wedding. To accent your attire, choose from a variety of fashion handbags and jewelry. She also offers jewelry from designer Charlie Wharton, whose Starfire
line is simply amazing, and specialty purses from Algo of Switzerland. Michael Knits Trunk Show, Day to Evening on September 14th and 15th. Barbara believes that no matter what your size or budget, you deserve to look great and feel great about what you wear. Come by or call (337) 4335855 for your appointment.
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Women in Business Statistics The Center for Women’s Business Research reports that in 2006, women-owned (or majority owned by women) businesses in the United States returned the following impressive statistics: There were an estimated 10.4 million privately-held firms which accounted for two in five (40.2 percent) of all businesses in the country; and these firms generated $1.9 trillion in annual sales and employed 12.8 million people nationwide. Between 1997 and 2006, businesses fully owned by women, or majority-owned by women, grew at nearly twice the rate of all U.S. firms (42.3 percent vs. 23.3 percent). During this same time period, employment among women-owned firms grew 0.4 percent, and annual sales grew 4.4 percent. TJN
Federal, State, and Private Grant Opportunities Louisiana women entrepreneurs have a number of options available to assist in funding start-ups and in advancing current businesses. Federal funding opportunities exist for women-owned small businesses through Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) grants. Louisiana State grants are available through the federal Recovery Act signed by President Obama in 2009. Other Louisiana State grants for small businesswomen are available through the Louisiana Division of Administration. National, state, and local level non-profit organizations often offer grants to emerging businesswomen. One such national level non-profit agency is the AAUW (previously, American Association of University Women). National level business associations offer networking, mentoring, and grant opportunities for women-owned small businesses. TJN
Upcoming Seminars, Business Events, etc. MSU Seminars A seminar titled “Wage and Tax Reporting for Payroll Workers” will be offered from 9 a.m.- noon on Wed., Sept. 15, at the McNeese Stream Alumni Center at 600 E. McNeese St. in Lake Charles. The seminar is sponsored by the Louisiana Small Business Development Center at McNeese, the Louisiana Department of Revenue and the Social Security Administration. The seminar is designed for all employers, office managers and payroll employees. Topics include W2 reporting, business services online, social security number verification, changes for tax year 2010 and end of year payroll actions. The cost is $10 and pre-registration is requested. For more information, call the LSBDC at McNeese at (337) 475-5529. “IRS Issues and Guidelines for Small Businesses” will be held on Thurs., Sept. 30 from 9 a.m. - noon. Forms, deductions and regulations will be discussed with opportunities for questions. This seminar is being presented for the benefit of small business owners who need to understand their obligations and who are completing and filing their own tax returns. The speaker is Faye Touchet, enrolled agent. For more information, call (337) 475-5529. Business After Hours - West Cal. Association and Chamber SWLA The West Calcasieu Association of Commerce and the Chamber SWLA are teaming up again for a joint appreciation of members and fellow Southwest Louisiana business and community leaders! The event will be held on Thurs., Sept. 16, from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. at the Isle of Capri Casino in Westlake. TJN
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Medearis Costume, Gifts and Balloons Edwina Medearis is the owner of Medearis Costume, Gifts and Balloons. Her store recently celebrated its 28th birthday. “I’m giving thanks to God and my family and all the wonderful customers of SWLA and SE Texas over the past 28 years,” said Medearis. “Because of them, we’ve been able to remain in business while meeting the needs of our community,” she said. By giving back to the community through her public service in various organizations and clubs, Medearis feels that she’s been rewarded with her successful business. Medearis Costume specializes in costumes, makeup, masks and accessories for infants, children and adults, and stocks themed holiday attire for Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Mardi Gras, Valentine and Easter, along with turn-of-the-century costumes. They
also provide singing telegrams, stripping gorilla grams and party characters for children’s birthday parties. The goal of her staff has always been to satisfy the needs of the customer and assist them in finding costumes for their special occasions. Medearis recently purchased Tux Plus and Formal Dresses at 2404B Ryan Street, which offers tuxedos (After Six, Raffinati, Perry Ellis, Ralph Lauren Calvin Klein, etc.), formal dresses (Kiss Kiss by Mary’s, Landa, Clarisse, Josh and Jazz, Karishma, Tony Bowls) and party attire. With the addition of the second store, Medearis is confident that her customers will find everything they need for party time in Southwest Louisiana!
2619 Ryan St. • 337-436 7812
2404B Ryan St. • (337) 436-5080
Southwest call Center Here for All Your Answering Service Needs Southwest Call Center has been locally owned and operated since 1993 by Perry Vincent. In 2005, his sister, Celia Vincent Case, came on board as manager, accepting this challenging responsibility during the hectic times of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. She successfully manages a staff of 20 employees with a business mission to provide telephone answering services and other inbound call services to businesses throughout the continental USA—7 days, 24 hours, 365 days a year! Clients include property management, entertainment service and transportation companies and medical offices. “We provide trained professional representatives to answer and handle your calls according to your needs,” said Case. “We are committed to answering every call professionally, taking an accurate message and delivering it according to your specifications.” The company averages close to 3,000 calls per day. “We aim to maintain professional, empathetic
and a polite attitude during all conversations,” she said. Whatever your requirements are, Southwest Call Center can design a complete call handling script that achieves your customer service goal. Give them a call today to find out how they can help you grow your business!
Celia Vincent Case General Manager (337) 310-2435
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Derenda Grubb, CRS, GRI, ABR, CRMS, CCPS Century 21-Bessette Realty, Inc. Relocating to Lake Charles? Selling your house? Trying to find some good commercial space? Whatever your needs, Derenda Grubb is there to help. In the real estate business since 1998, she hit the ground running when she was awarded both the Southwest Louisiana Rookie of the Year Award and the CENTURY 21Bessette Realty, Inc. Rookie of the Year Award in 1998. Since then, she’s become one of the most accomplished Realtors® in the state. On Sept. 16, she will be recognized for her years of excellence by being installed as the president of Louisiana Realtors® in Baton Rouge. Grubb is proud of her profession and has worked diligently through the various real estate organizations. “Every citizen should understand they are using the service of a Realtor® whether they ever call
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one on the phone or not, “ she said. “We are there, protecting their property rights and watching out for them and their tax dollars every day. This is an essential task that every Realtor® should take seriously and take part in, so their livelihood will continue. “ Even in this economic market, Grubb is still busy. “From previous clients and the Web site alone, I have business that keeps me going 16 hours a day,” she said. For more information, call Derenda Grubb at (337) 310-2158 (office), (337) 842-2696 (cell). Check out her Web sites at www.derenda.com, swlashowcase.com or www.lakecharleshomes.com.
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HEALTH SYSTEMS 2000 To ask the Home Health Expert call 1-800-Home-Care (1-800-466-3227) Lisa Walker MSN, APRN, CNS
Lisa Walker, CEO, created Health Systems 2000 in 1994 after identifying a need for home health care while working in the nursing profession. For the first six months, she worked from home. Many of her patients considered her as “health care on wheels” because she was able to come to the client instead of having them come to her. As the needs of her clients grew, so did her business. Today, Health Systems 2000 consists of six different business entities, including: Home Health Care 2000; Pediatric Home Care 2000; Health Staffers 2000; Home Medical Equipment 2000; and Home Health Care 2000 – Personal Care Services and Hospice Care 2000. Health Systems 2000 has offices spanning a 50-mile radius, from Alexandria to LaPlace. They are the preferred provider for many insurance companies in the area. “We’re able to offer quality health care in the home and health care education throughout the community,” explained Walker. “Dealing with one company makes it easier on the customer and their insurance company.” Health Systems 2000 is Joint Commission-accredited with a Volume 2 • Issue 12
seal of approval for maintaining a high quality standard of health care. The company has a great relationship with the SWLA community, providing health fairs, health care screenings and many educational programs throughout the areas they serve. In explaining her success over the past 16 years, Walker said, “You have to know your business and be the authority in your industry. You have to constantly stay on top of all the changes in health care.” Walker puts customer service as a top priority in her business. She and her employees never forget that every time the phone rings, it’s a potential customer—and every contact is a potential customer. “Someone you may have talked to several months ago may remember you and need your services,” she said. Another service offered by Health Systems 2000 is the Home Telehealth program. This program benefits patients whose activity levels are limited, able to leave the home with assistance only, have poor disease process management and inadequate self monitoring, but are capable and willing to make the changes they need to improve their health. The Home Telehealth program offered by Health Systems 2000 is greatly
beneficial in monitoring their care at home. It has been proven to reduce hospitalizations by much as 90 percent, reduce hospital readmissions within 30 days by as much as 30 percent, reduce hospital bed days by as much as 80 percent, and reduce emergency room visits by as much as 80 percent. Because nurses receive daily information on the patient, we are able to provide timely intervention when needed. Home Telehealth enhances disease process management, thru increased compliance and behavior modification. This leads to improved patient outcomes and an increased quality of life. Patients receive a mix of inperson skilled nurse visits and telehealth monitoring visits. Patients who are candidates and are given a telehealth monitor usually gain more confidence. They express that home telehealth helps them to understand their chronic disease better, is simple to use, and increases their satisfaction. They express feelings of empowerment in managing their disease process. The home telehealth monitor is compact, lightweight, and extremely easy to use. It is flexible enough to adapt to each patient’s individual care plan without compromise. With a
touch of the button, patients can measure blood pressure, blood oxygen, weight, pain level, peak flow, record temperature, blood glucose, PT/INR, and record fluid level. These measurements are transmitted via home telephone connection to a central location and any problems are immediately communicated to the home health clinical staff. The home telehealth monitor can also personalize advice questions, customize questions, answer with interaction, and provide friendly reminders messages for scheduled health related activities. For an in-home clinical consultation and evaluation by a licensed home health care professional, call 1-800HOME-CARE (1800-466-3227). Health Systems 2000’s goal is to provide preeminent quality home health care, which demonstrates their commitment to excellence, professionalism and genuine compassion. And that’s what their 300-plus employees do every day. The staff services over 1,500 clients a year. For more information about the services Health Systems 2000 provides, or to set up an appointment, call 1-800HOME-CARE (1800-4663227).
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…women entrepreneurs with a passion for business. Our Mission is to bring you unique, quality-driven products and services, and we greatly appreciate the support you’ve given us. So…THANK YOU! Please continue to shop locally and to support our women owned businesses. We love what we do… and we love serving our wonderful community!
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The Women’s Commission of SWLA, Inc. will celebrate the 20th anniversary of its annual fall conference on Thurs., Oct. 21. The conference has many opportunities for women to reach out to one another to educate, empower, and network with others in the community. The conference starts with registration and check in at the Exhibition Hall of the Lake Charles Civic Center. The MarketPlace on the first and third floors offers numerous local businesses and agencies that provide a sampling of their services. Workshops offer fun, personal development, career planning, emotional and spiritual activities to build your values and self-esteem. Mid-day entertainment in the coliseum will be provided by Eleisha Eagle. During the luncheon, keynote speaker Jane Pauley will deliver a motivational and moving presentation, and the Jack V. Doland Citizen of the Year award will be presented. The Women’s Commission of Southwest Louisiana, Inc. is a talented and diverse group of women who volunteer time to plan, organize and promote this event. The success of this conference is attributed to the teamwork and dedication of these women, along with the very generous support of the many sponsors, along with the SWLA residents who attend the conference. For more information visit www.womenscommissionswla.com. TJN
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A Little Q&A
I like compliments here at The Sports Report. It makes my day when someone gives me an “Attaboy,” tells us we’re doing a good job and to keep doing it that way. Most of the compliments that come my way usually sound something like, “Hey, I read your article on (insert subject here). It was really funny. I was laughing so hard I was
crying. You are the funniest person in the whole, entire universe.” Okay, so I made the last part up. But, people do tell me that the things I write in this space make them chuckle, and that makes me happy. I like to make people laugh. But there’s one compliment that makes me feel the best, that what I do here every two weeks is meaningful to someone. Not to sound sexist or anything, but this compliment 99.9 percent of the time comes from women, and it goes something like this: “I don’t know anything about
(insert sport here), but you make it sound so interesting in your column, I wanted to learn more about (previously inserted sport).” Aww shucks. I feel all goose-pimply. Anyway, I was thinking about that and decided that I would reserve this space for any sports-related question the public might have. This might not sound like your average, everyday column, but there has been recent precedent (I read at least three in less than two weeks last month) and I thought I might give it a try myself. For one, the Q&A column isn’t terribly hard to write. I mean, I don’t want to sound cavalier or make you
think I’m not trying very hard, but there isn’t much agonizing over subject matter when your questioners give you the subject. Second, I spent a lot of time “researching” this column in various Lake Charles drinking establishments, which, if it were a legitimate voting category, means I should be racking up the state writing awards next year. Third, if the guy who wrote that “McNeese may never win another (football) playoff game as long as it exists,” can write one featuring a “Cajun” dude named “Jimbeau” (notice the missing “X”), well, shoot, why can’t I? So here we go: a little Q&A session
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with the questions coming from some very special ladies and the answers coming from yours truly. I hope this column helps demystify some of the arcane rituals and byzantine rules that make the sports world so darn entertaining.
Q: So, how do you think McNeese’s football team will do this season? A: They’ll probably go 8-3. Losses to Missouri, LSU and one Southland Conference team. Take your pick, the Southland’s brutal. Road playoff win. Home playoff loss in round two.
Q: Come on, be serious. A: Fine. They’ll go 8-4 with losses to Florida, Alabama, Arkansas, and whatever team Les Miles decides to melt down against (maybe McNeese?). Chicken (Chick-Fil-A) Bowl loss to Florida State or Miami.
Q: What is the deal with guys and UFC? A: Thank you. Great question. I think if you really dig deep down into the psychology of mixed-martial arts fans, you’ll find that they are more complicated than guys who simply like to watch other guys kick and punch each other in the face. We’re compensating here. Guys are watching this stuff because the fighters in the ring are doing what us guys would like to do in our everyday lives, but can’t because of…you know, laws and stuff. We’re all apes deep down inside and, if someone cuts us off in traffic, we want to punch the bejeezus out of that person. But we live in a civilized society where that sort of behavior is, ahem, frowned upon, so we turn to bloodsport to vicariously live out our daily revenge fantasies and anger issues.
Q: What about LSU? A: Send your resume to Joe Alleva, Director of Athletics, c/o LSU Athletics Department, P.O. Box 25095, Baton Rouge, LA, 70894-5095. Be sure to mention you’re applying for the head coaching position.
Okay, I know this was short, but I hope it was at least helpful and at most entertaining. If you want to ask me a question, my e-mail is at the bottom of the column, so feel free. I’ll be sure to e-mail you back as soon as I can. I aim to please.
Brandon Shoumaker is a graduate of McNeese State University and has covered sports for more than seven years for various publications. Coaches Brandon Shoumaker or parents with story tips may contact Brandon at bshoumaker@yahoo.com or send him a message on Twitter (@bshoumaker).
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Q: So why the sparkly t-shirts and trucker hats? A: Hey, there’s no accounting for taste. Sorry. Q: In baseball, why is it called a no-hitter when guys hit the ball all the time? A: Okay, I think you’re getting the verb “hit” confused with the noun “hit.” In baseball, a hit (noun) is when a batter reaches base safely after hitting the ball into fair territory without a defender making an error or a fielder’s choice (putting another baserunner out, for instance at second base, rather than the batter out at first base). The verb “hit” simply means to put the ball in play with the bat. For a pitcher to get a no-hitter, he must go all nine innings without giving up a hit (noun). This has happened 268 times in Major League history since 1875. Q: I understand that a perfect game means that no one got on base at all. Why wouldn’t they just call it a nobaser? A: <sigh> While that would provide more word continuity, I don’t think it has quite as much cache as a perfect game. Do you? Incidentally, there have been only 20 perfect games in 135 years of baseball history. Well, 21 if you count Armando Galarraga getting jobbed by the umpire on the last batter earlier this season.
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Making the World a Better Place There are many people who are working to make the world a better place. One is Lisa J. Shannon, who has written A Thousand Sisters: My Journey into the Worst Place on Earth to Be a Woman. In 2005, Shannon saw an “Oprah” show about what was happening to women in the Congo. The trouble began with the 1994 Rwandan genocide, during which Hutu extremists slaughtered 800,000 Tutsis and moderate Hutus in four months. “The international com-
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“Women hold up half the sky,” so of course they are equal to men. That’s the idea behind the well-written Half the Sky: Turning Oppression into Opportunity for Women Worldwide by award-winning writers Nicholas D. Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn. The authors note that “More girls have been killed in the last 50 years, precisely because they were girls, than men were killed in all the battles of the 20th century. More girls are
munity did not intervene,” Shannon explains. When a Tutsi-led rebel army later secured Rwanda, two million refugees fled into Zaire (now the Democratic Republic of the Congo), including “countless thousands” of the Hutu killers, “who found safe harbor by melting into refugee camps.” Nobody bothered to identify the killers or bring them to justice. The killing, torturing and raping continue in the Congo. “As of January 2008, more than 5.4 million people had died due
to the conflict, making it the deadliest war since World War II. Fortyfive thousand continue to die every month. Sexual violence is rampant.” She writes that still, 1,500 people die every day in the Congo — most from illness — and almost half are children under 5. Shannon vowed to do something. But what could she offer? Well, she could send money to sponsor a Congolese woman through Women for Women International, and she could run. She began to organize running fund-raisers and founded Run for Congo Women. When she finally went to the Congo to meet the women she sponsors — her “sisters” — she interviewed many of them on videotape. Some of their stories are so horrific they made me wince. One girl was gang-raped when she was five years old. An entire hospital treats fistula patients, women and girls who were raped and tortured so badly that they have no means of controlling the elimination of their bodily wastes. Yet, through all the ugliness, the author manages to find hope: “The war stories are endless. But so are the success stories.” A Chinese proverb (often attributed to Mao Tse-Tung) says that
killed in this routine ‘gendercide’ in any one decade than people were slaughtered in all the genocides of the twentieth century.” The authors examined the plight of women around the world and came up with an interesting discovery: “Countries that nurture terrorists are disproportionally those whose women are marginalized”; the best way to fight poverty and extremism is to educate and empower women and girls, to “fight global poverty by unlocking women’s power as economic catalysts.” The authors profile a Volume 2 • Issue 12
whole range of people, including Greg Mortenson, author of Three Cups of Tea and other books about building schools in Pakistan and Afghanistan. This is a particularly powerful book, because it covers so much territory. And because it isn’t just negative. It features success stories, suggests ways readers can help the women of the world, and provides a list of organizations that support women. The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind: Creating Currents of Electricity and Hope is William Kamkwamba’s own story, told with the help of Bryan Mealer. As a boy growing up on a farm in Malawi, William explains, “Before I discovered the miracles of science, magic ruled the world. Magic and its many mysteries were a presence that hovered about constantly.” He tells many stories from his boyhood (I loved these), about growing up amid superstition, “magic lions,” “ghost trucks,” “snakes the size of tractors” and witchcraft. A clever boy, William learned to hunt, made his own knives and devised his own bird trap. He was curious about everything, and he and his friend took radios apart to see how they operated. “I’d become very interested in how things worked,” he
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writes. His parents couldn’t afford to send him to school, so he taught himself through books, with the help of a librarian. When the village was stricken with famine, and villagers were dying
year, … provide my family with a year-round garden. … With a windmill, we’d finally release ourselves from the troubles of darkness and hunger. … A windmill meant more than just power, it was freedom.”
from illness and starvation, William determined that “No magic could save us now.” When he read about how electricity is generated by windmills, he thought, “A windmill could also rotate a pump for water and irrigation, … allow us to harvest twice a
He and his friend put together a small windmill and, when he saw that it worked, he started planning for an even bigger windmill. He searched for the parts he needed — an old shoe here, bits of wire there, some PVC pipe. The townspeople called him
“crazy” and “madman” and “lazy boy who plays with toys,” but he worked on. When another famine struck, the people blamed the “evil” windmill for chasing away the rain clouds. But soon the outside world discovered what William had done and found a place for him to shine. It’s an inspirational story, suitable for all ages, and it’s now out in paperback. Spirit of Service: Your Daily Stimulus for Making a Difference edited by Nancy Hancock, provides a year’s worth of ideas for making the world a better place. A page a day is devoted to one topic, and each day of the week has a theme: for example, on Mondays, the theme is money; on Fridays, it is compassion. Each day/page starts with an inspirational quote. Most provide action steps or a way to get started. Topics range from feeding the hungry, reading to kids and planting a community food garden to joining the Peace Corps. Readers don’t have to wait until January; they can start on any Monday. The book was put together by renowned experts in fields such as charity, volunteering and activism. Copyright © 2010 by Mary Louise Ruehr. TJN
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The Spy Next Door (Lionsgate 2010, DVD) Good News: The Russians have perfected a chemical that eats oil! (Yay!) Bad News: they’re going to destroy the world’s entire oil supply except for their own, creating a monopoly. (Boo!) At least, that’s the background for Jackie Chan’s family movie, The Spy Next Door. If you enjoyed The Karate Kid with Jackie Chan, this would be your next
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logical video pick. Jackie plays Bob Ho, a Chinese spy on loan to the CIA. Bob is about to retire from spying and pursue his ongoing romance with his next door neighbor, Gillian. But she and her kids don’t know about his secret agent career. In fact, all three of the children hate him, because they think he’s a boring nerd who imports pens. Gillian’s father goes in the hospital and she leaves the children with Bob for a few days. He immediately gets pulled back into the CIA for one last project, foiling those Russian petroleum-eating-formula-stealing spies.
Personally, I don’t watch many Jackie Chan movies, but I enjoyed The Karate Kid so much, I wanted to see more of his escape-artist-style kung fu. I wasn’t disappointed. Chan plays the quiet, competent secret agent to the hilt, aided by his boss, (George Lopez) and his spy pal (Billy Ray Cyrus). The three kids couldn’t be cuter. There’s Farren, the 13-year old adopted daughter, Ian the middle child nerd, and little Nora, a fouryear-old princess. Agent Bob tries to win them over while at the same time keeping his spy background a secret. Good luck, Bob. One of the more interesting parts of the movie is the way the kids undermine Bob, for example, moving all his spy gear out of his room just when he needs it the most. Basically, they turn this super cool international agent into a surrogate Dad who is fighting for his life (and theirs). The movie could have been really great with more of a script to work with. As it is, The Spy Next Door suffers from family movie clichés, including the bumbling two main spies, a Boris-Natasha combination, and loudmouth bullies who harass Ian at school. The villains are so comical, we never really feel the family is in danger, which is probably just right for younger kids to watch.
Also on the plus side, there are very few (if any) bathroom jokes. (O.K., they have a pet piglet that eats bacon under the breakfast table. Hey, that’s just WRONG.) Most of the humor is just silly: Bob uses spy gadgets to cook breakfast and corral the kids. Poldark, the head spy, is a snazzy dresser who can’t get decent clothes in the U.S. The youngest daughter, Nora, is continually wandering off, sending Bob into a panic. Where The Spy Next Door really shines, however, is with Chan’s personal charm and his interaction with the children. It’s no wonder he’s such a big hit both here and overseas. He slowly befriends the kids, with successes and failures along the way. Madeline Carroll, as the oldest daughter Farren, plays such an anger-filled 13-year-old that she reminds me of how much “fun”’ being a parent and emotional punching bag can be. For his part, Chan rolls gracefully with the punches until the very end. You can probably find better movies to rent, but this one’s worth a look. I think it’s a good pick for families to watch with their elementary to middle school kids. Everyone will have a good time. Meanwhile, we need to put Kevin Costner on the job of perfecting this oil-eating stuff. TJN
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MSU COWBOY NIGHT The Cowboys went under the lights at Cowboy Stadium and upwards of 800 spectators were on hand to welcome a little pre-season football camaraderie. Fans rose to their feet to welcome the MSU live marching band, Cowgirl Kickers, cheerleaders and the 2010 Cowboy football team and staff. Everyone enjoyed a little pre-season taste of blue and gold offense against defense play action, just enough to fire up these “ready for some football” cowbell-ringing fans for the 67th Cowboy football season...dun dun dun dun dun dun…Geaux-Blue!
Madison, Sheryl and Tori Fullington
Earline and Milton Pharr
Samantha Morris, Bob Alleman and Ben Harrington
Jenet Fuselier and Demi Knighton
Kyle Willis and Chelsie Denette
Kelli Colletta, K.C. Marcantel and Jordan Peebles
Zack O’Quinn, Justin Moreaux and Jace Peterson
YOUNG AT HEART EXPO Living happy and healthy after 50 is something we can all achieve. The Young at Heart Expo, held at the Lake Charles Civic Center, focused on the best in health care services, education, and leisure activities. Seniors and concerned caretakers found lots of useful information, and many participants were attracted to the cholesterol, cataracts and blood pressure screenings as well as the informative seminars on food presentations, financial planning, travel and more. As we age, our lifestyle changes, but all of us can enjoy a good quality of life, one beat at a time. Barbara Miller and Stephanie Morris Volume 2 • Issue 12
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THE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM IMAGINATION CELEBRATION FUNDRAISER Where’s a cool place where kids can admire Iggy the Iguana’s new habitat, climb a wall, slide down a fire pole and kick it back in Rowdy’s Cowboy cafe? It’s The Children’s Museum, a magical experience for kids made available by the community and the Imagination Celebration supporters. This night was for the “big” kids dressed in beach attire, kickin’ sand to the live music of The Backyard Cowboys, sippin’ cold ones and chompin’ on delicious food and treats provided by local restaurants. Both live and silent auctions were made possible by all of the generous donations from local business supporters. So, use your imagination, think Children’s Museum…it’s getting better and better! Erika Richard and Rachel Anderson
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Claire and Brittany Blackwell with Evelyn Miguez
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IRON JAWED ANGELS AT ICM The League of Women Voters sponsored an after-hours screening of the powerful film Iron Jawed Angels at the Imperial Calcasieu Museum recently. Alice Paul, played by Hilary Swank, leads the members of the 1918 women’s suffrage movement to fight for the right to vote and run for office--but not without the price of imprisonment after picketing against war-time president Woodrow Wilson. Their efforts changed the lives of the women of the United States, and resulted in the formation of one of the most trusted, respected and effective organizations: The League of Women Voters. You’ve come a long way, ladies! Virginia Young and Maxine Sanger
Marilyn and Bob Dunn
Ann Polak and Mayna Rougeau
Jam Columnist, Leslie Berman and Kay Andrews, LWV President
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CALLING ALL KIDS Proud mommies, daddies, maw-maws and more paraded their precious little cutie pies around the Prien Lake Mall for some picture taking for the Cute Kid Contest! The top five “Cute Kids” who received the most votes will win fabulous prizes, and the grand prizewinner will appear on the Children’s Miracle Network Telecast broadcast live on KPLC. On the same day, the Prien Lake Mall play area celebrated its grand re-opening-- allowing for cutting-loose fancy-free playtime!
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CALCASIEU BOAT CLUB POKER RUN SEPT. 11 The Calcasieu Boat Club’s annual Poker Run will be held Sat., Sept. 11. The fee is $30 per person, which includes fun stops, a poker hand, a meal and door prizes. Only participants with armbands are allowed at stops. Must be 21 or over and be present at check-in to have armband put on. Check-in is from 9 to 11 a.m. Best five-card hand wins $300—first place; $200—second place, $100—third place. Make checks payable to Calcasieu Boat Club and send to Vicki Vezina, 9285 Lanier Rd. Lake Charles 70607. For information, contact Vicki at 912-1034 or 905-0140 or e-mail: vjvezina@camtel.net. Check out their Web site at www.calcasieuboatclub.com. ROASTIN’ WITH ROSIE SEPT. 10-11 It’s time again for the Roastin’ with Rosie Barbeque Festival and Competition in Jennings! Check out the best in Southern barbeque and pick up delicious plate lunches from 11 am to 1 p.m.! There will be live music, a queen’s pageant, a seafood competition, kid’s world, and more! Admission is $5. Festival will be held Sept. 10-11. For more information, call (337) 821-5534. BON TEMPS FESTIVAL SEPT. 17-19 Bons temps means “good times,” and at this festival, that’s what it’s all about. The Bon Temps Festival at St. Theresa’s Catholic Church in Carlyss has been pro-
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viding good times for many years. Sure, they have the usual carnival rides and games, but this festival has something that none of the others have: the Bon Temps Idol! Be sure to bring your appetite for great food, but also bring those vocal pipes for your chance to impress the judges and win! If singing isn’t for you, there will be live music to enjoy. The festival opens Fri., Sept. 17 from 5-10 p.m., Sat., Sept. 18 from 10 a.m.-10 p.m. and Sun., Sept. 19 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. For more information, go to www.st-theresa-parish.org. GALLERY PROMENADE SEPT. 24 Galleries throughout the Lake Area will be open the evening of Sept. 24, showcasing works by local and regional artists. What better way to get outside and enjoy the area when the sun goes down and the night lights up! Take a stroll through downtown Lake Charles and visit the galleries. Enjoy chatting with locals while sampling the fare of the eateries in the newly recognized Charlestown Cultural District. All original art and fine crafts purchased in the downtown area are exempt from local and state sales tax! For more information on Gallery Promenade, including locations, call (337) 439-2787 or go to www.artsandhumanities.com. BUDDY WESTLUND MEMORIAL REDFISH ROUND-UP BENEFIT SEPT. 25 Friends, family and fisherman are invited to converge on Choupique Bayou for the first ever “Buddy Westlund Memorial Redfish Round-Up.” The benefit fishing event will be held on Sat., Sept. 25, and all proceeds will assist with medical expenses incurred during Buddy’s yearlong battle with cancer. The one-day fishing tournament will begin at sunrise with a weigh-in deadline of 4 p.m. Early entry registration forms are now being accepted and may be obtained online at www.facebook.com/pages/the-buddy-westlund-memorial-redfishround-up/141983522488324. Registration fees are $25 per person and prizes will be awarded. Checks may be made payable to the Buddy Westlund Memorial Fund and mailed to 304 Chili Westlund Road, Sulphur, LA 70605. The Weigh-In Celebration and After Party will be held at Westlund Landing at the Choupique Bayou Bridge, on Hwy. 27 south of Sulphur. There will be live musical entertainment, delicious foods, a silent auction, raffle and door prizes. For more information, contact Jennifer at 540-2346 or Debra at 515-5983.
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CAYENNE KAYAK CHALLENGE SEPT. 25 The Pelican Paddlers Club of SWLA announces the 4th Annual Cayenne Kayak Challenge. This event will be held on Sat., Sept. 25 from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. at North Beach in Lake Charles. Anyone interested in getting involved in canoe or kayak sports is invited. The idea is to bring together people who enjoy canoe, kayak, and pirogue paddling and introducing the sport to those who want to learn more or give it a try. The Cayenne Challenge will include a Cardboard Kayak Race, a Kayak Skills Relay Race and a paddle around the lake. Food, fun and music will be offered as well. A variety of boats will be available for participants to experience. For more information, contact Rene Stramwasser at rstram@suddeenlink.net or at 480-1769 in the evening. You can also call Ship to Shore at 474-0730, or register online at www.pelicanpaddlers.com. Pelican Paddlers is an American Canoe Association Paddle America Club. BENEFIT DINNER FOR AUTISM SEPT. 26 A benefit dinner for the Autism Support Alliance will be held on Sun., Sept. 26 at 5:30 p.m. at the Harlequin Steak House. The event will include a wine tasting by The Wine Store and a silent auction will offer items such as a jersey autographed by Bill Cosby, a table made with tiles painted by members of the Autism Support Alliance Social Groups, and so much more. Brad Brinkley will provide the entertainment. For tickets, call 436-9533 or email Shantele@fyca.org. LCMH PRESENTS COOKIN’ FOR A CURE SEPT. 30 Lake Charles Memorial Hospital is proud to present Cookin’ for a Cure with special celebrity guest Chef John Besh. It will be held on Thurs., Sept. 30, at Treasures of Marilyn’s, 3510 5th Avenue. Chef Besh will entertain the senses with a cooking demonstration followed by a lovely dinner with wine and a door prize giveaway of his award-winning cookbook My New Orleans: The Cookbook for those who purchase tickets online. Proceeds from the event will benefit The Foundation at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital’s Cancer Care Fund. Tickets are $75 each, $750 for a table of 10, or $850 for a table of ten and two additional tickets for Memorial cancer sur-
Chef John Besh
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General admission tickets are $50 per person. If you would like to be a sponsor or would like to purchase tickets for the event, please contact Beth at
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vivors. Additional sponsorships are available by calling the Foundation at 494-3226. Survivor tickets may also be purchased for $75 each as a tax-deductible donation. Tickets are available online at www.lcmh.com/cookin-for-a-cure, or call (337) 494-2936 for more information. MAKING STRIDES AGAINST BREAST CANCER WALK OCT. 2 Join the American Cancer Society’s efforts to create a world with less breast cancer and more birthdays! Making Strides Against Breast Cancer is a noncompetitive, five-mile walk to be held in Sulphur. There is no registration fee or minimum fundraising amount and people of all ages are welcome to participate. You can walk as an individual or a team. Donations are encouraged. Registration is at 7 a.m.; walk begins at 8 a.m. in Heritage Square, 1015 Ruth St., Sulphur. For more information, call Katie McCarty at (337) 433-5817 ext. 2, or visit the Web site at www.main.acsevents.org/site. LATE NITE CATECHISM AT CIVIC CENTER OCT. 7 Support the Women’s Shelter and Rape Crisis Outreach Center by purchasing your ticket now for Late Nite Catechism, an uproariously funny play that takes the audience back to their youth. The irrepressible “Sister” teaches class to a roomful of “students.” The play will be held on Oct. 7 at the Rosa Hart Theatre at 7 p.m. Tickets are $30, $40, and $50 and can be purchased at the Lake Charles Civic Center or Ticketmaster. BLAZIN’ BIKES IN LAKE CHARLES OCT. 8-9 Get your bike ready for “Roar on the Lakeshore” with Blazin’ Bikes Motorcycle Rally, Oct. 8-9 at the Lake Charles Civic Center. The event kicks off Fri., Oct 8 at 11 a.m. with a welcome party for participants that includes live entertainment, food and vendors. Those registered for the event can vote in the “People’s Choice” Bike Show held on Fri. evening for a fee of $15. Saturday events include a self-guided ride through scenic SWLA, as well as an in-town ride. Both rides will have stops along the route where bikers can play Biker Bingeaux. Other Saturday events include entertainment, food, drinks, merchandise, and car and bike exhibits. Blazin’ Bikes concludes with a party featuring door prizes and a performance by Boom A Rang. All proceeds benefit the Southwest Louisiana Autism Chapter. Call (337) 802-8156 or email blazinbikes@yahoo.com for more information. BENEFIT RIDE FOR METHODIST CHILDREN’S HOME OCT. 9 A benefit ride for the new Methodist Children’s Home of SWLA will be held on Sat., Oct. 9. The new home is located north of the intersection of Hwy. 27 and Houston River Road, north of Sulphur. Local participants will arrive at the site by 11:15 a.m. Special events for the day include music by Subject 2 Change and Josh Broussard, food, door prizes, an auction, and bike games. Bikers, cars and vans welcome to attend. Registration for bikers is $20 per bike, which includes driver and passenger; cars or vans, $20 per driver, $10 per car passenger, and $5 for children under 12. registered participants receive tickets for food and door prize. Early registration participants will receive a free T-shirt. More information about the Children’s Home can be found at www.lmch.org. TJN
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WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 • Alvin Touchet @ OB’s Bar & Grill, 7 p.m. • DJ Dispo @ My Place Bar, 8:30 p.m.
• Leon Chavis @ Gator
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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 • Dudley Hebert & The Hotel Cazan Band @ DI’s Cajun Food & Music, Basile, 6:30 p.m. • New Orleans Saints Kickoff Bash @ The Porch, 7 p.m. • Bayou Katz @ Mikko, Coushatta Casino, Kinder, 7:30 p.m. • Leon Chavis @ Gator Lounge, Delta Downs, Vinton, 8 p.m. • Keith McCoy & CEO @ Caribbean Cove, Isle of Capri Casino, Westlake, 8 p.m. • Time Machine @ Jack Daniels Bar & Grill, L’Auberge du Lac, 10 p.m. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 • Travis Benoit & Allons Dancer@ DI’s Cajun Food & Music, Basile, 6:30 p.m. • The Lakeside Gamblers @ The Porch, 7 p.m. • TBA @ Aucoin’s Cajun Restaurant, Hayes, 7 p.m. • Chee-Weez @ Yesterday’s, 7 p.m. • Bayou Katz @ Mikko, Coushatta Casino, Kinder, 7:30 p.m.
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Lounge, Delta Downs, Vinton, 8:30 p.m. Mellow Down Easy @ Luna Bar & Grill, 9 p.m. Kadillacs @ Caribbean Cove, Isle of Capri Casino, Westlake, 9 p.m. Kris Harper/Do Not Destroy @ OB’s Bar & Grill, 10 p.m. Rockstar Karaoke @ Jack Daniels Bar & Grill, L’Auberge du Lac, 10 p.m.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 • Red Salzman & The Ramblin’ Cajuns @ Pappy’s
Catfish Cabin, Moss Bluff, 6:30 p.m. • Briggs Brown & The Bayou Cajuns@ DI’s Cajun • • • • • • •
Food & Music, Basile, 6:30 p.m. TBA @ Aucoin’s Cajun Restaurant, Hayes, 7 p.m. Bayou Katz @ Mikko, Coushatta Casino, Kinder, 7:30 p.m. ThingFish @ Lake Charles Racquet Club, 8 p.m. James Dupre @ Yesterday’s, 8 p.m. Leon Chavis @ Gator Lounge, Delta Downs, Vinton, 8:30 p.m. Still Cruisin’ @ Caribbean Cove, Isle of Capri Casino, Westlake, 9 p.m. Rockstar Karaoke @ Jack Daniels Bar & Grill, L’Auberge du Lac, 10 p.m.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 • Warren Storm/Willie Tee & Cypress @
Yesterday’s, 6 p.m. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 • Alvin Touchet @ OB’s Bar & Grill, 7 p.m. • Kris Harper @ The Porch, 8 p.m. • DJ Dispo @ My Place Bar, 8:30 p.m.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 • Lesa Cormier & The Sundown Playboys @ DI’s
Cajun Food & Music, Basile, 6:30 p.m. • Leroy Thomas & The Zydeco Roadrunners @
Mikko, Coushatta Casino, Kinder, 7:30 p.m. • Bryce Shaver/Mike Zito @ The Porch, 8 p.m. • Tru Soul @ Gator Lounge, Delta Downs,
Vinton, 8 p.m. • Sean Vidrine @ Caribbean Cove, Isle of Capri
Casino, Westlake, 8 p.m. • Hipbootjoe @ Jack Daniels Bar & Grill, L’Auberge
du Lac, 10 p.m. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 • Joe Simon & Louisiana Cajun @ DI’s Cajun Food
& Music, Basile, 6:30 p.m. • ISIS @ Mikko, Coushatta Casino, Kinder, 7:30 p.m. • Paul Gonsoulin/We Are Catcoons @ The
Porch, 8 p.m. • Mandorico @ Luna Bar & Grill, 8 p.m. • Travis Matte & The Kingpins @
Yesterday’s, 8 p.m. • Melanie Covington @ Gator Lounge,
Delta Downs, Vinton, 8:30 p.m.
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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 25
of Capri Casino, Westlake, 9 p.m. • Hipbootjoe @ Jack Daniels Bar & Grill, L’Auberge du Lac, 10 p.m.
• Alvin Touchet @ OB’s Bar &
• Lakeside Gamblers @ The
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 • Brent Rodgers @ The Porch, 9:30 a.m. • Ellis Vanicor & The Lacassine Playboys @ Pappy’s Catfish Cabin, Moss Bluff, 6:30 p.m. • Al Roger & Louisiana Pride @ DI’s Cajun Food & Music, Basile, 6:30 p.m. • ISIS @ Mikko, Coushatta Casino, Kinder, 7:30 p.m. • Foret Tradition @ Yesterday’s, 8 p.m. • Melanie Covington @ Gator Lounge, Delta Downs, Vinton, 8:30 p.m. • Jesse Brooks @ The Porch, 9 p.m. • LA Express @ Caribbean Cove, Isle of Capri Casino, Westlake, 9 p.m. • Hipbootjoe @ Jack Daniels Bar & Grill, L’Auberge du Lac, 10 p.m.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 • T-Joe Romero @ DI’s Cajun Food & Music, Basile, 6:30 p.m. • LA Express @ Gator Lounge, Delta Downs, Vinton, 8 p.m. • Blues Tonic @ Caribbean Cove, Isle of Capri Casino, Westlake, 8 p.m. • Raymouth Gilead @ The Porch, 9 p.m. • DJ Cage @ Jack Daniels Bar & Grill, L’Auberge du Lac, 10 p.m.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 • Asian Concert @ L’Auberge Event Center, L’Auberge du Lac Casino, 2 p.m. • Greg Martinez & The Delta Kings @ Yesterday’s, 6 p.m.
Grill, 7 p.m. • DJ Dispo @ My Place Bar, 8:30 p.m.
Porch, 3 p.m. • August Broussard & Friends @
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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 • Felton LeJeune & The Cajun Cowboys @ DI’s Cajun Food & Music, Basile, 6:30 p.m. • Johnny Dee & The Rocket 88’s @ Yesterday’s, 8 p.m. • LA Express @ Gator Lounge, Delta Downs, Vinton, 8:30 p.m. • Luke Wade & No Civilians @ The Porch, 9 p.m. • Cold Sweat @ Caribbean Cove, Isle of Capri Casino, Westlake, 9 p.m. • Butt Roxx @ AJ’s Bar & Grill, 10 p.m. • DJ Cage @ Jack Daniels Bar & Grill, L’Auberge du Lac, 10 p.m.
Pappy’s Catfish Cabin, Moss Bluff, 6:30 p.m. Scotty Pousson & The Pointe aux Loups Playboys @ DI’s Cajun Food & Music, Basile, 6:30 p.m. Bayou Katz @ Yesterday’s, 8 p.m. LA Express @ Gator Lounge, Delta Downs, Vinton, 8:30 p.m. Fayuca @ Luna Bar & Grill, 9 p.m. The Killin’ Time Band @ Caribbean Cove, Isle of Capri Casino, Westlake, 9 p.m. DJ Cage @ Jack Daniels Bar & Grill, L’Auberge du Lac, 10 p.m.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 • Foret Tradition @ Yesterday’s, 6 p.m.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 • Alvin Touchet @ OB’s Bar &
Grill, 7 p.m. • DJ Dispo @ My Place Bar, 8:30 p.m.
TJN
Whether you are dining in or calling in for takeout, let The Luna Bar and Grill do all the work. Come in today for one of our specialty salads, stellar sandwiches, or exceptional entrees. We offer many choices for the health conscious individual. We’re locally owned and the best place in town for live entertainment, food, and drinks. Wed. Sept. 9 @ 9pm BRYCE PERRIN & ACCOUSTIC Fri. Sept. 10 T.B.A. Sat. Sept. 11 @ 9pm OUTLAW NATION (reggae) Every Monday is Open Mike Night!
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Associated Louisiana Artists, Inc., Gallery By The Lake Works by Valerie Smith
Historic Central School Black Heritage Gallery, Room 207 Works by Josie Scott
Children’s Museum Works by Robin Stodder, Ali Hay, and Kate Wyman
Art Associates Gallery, Room 208 “Classical Realism” by Tony Forrest
Charleston Gallery and Antiques Works by Kevin Leveque and Marilyn Wheeldon 1911 Historic City Hall First Floor Artisan’s Gallery Annual Exhibit Second Floor “Almost Alice: Illustrations of Wonderland” By Maggie Taylor J Langley Photography Works by Joscelyn Langley and Tricia Bertrand
Jon Margeaux Works by Nancy Melton The Louisiana Market Works by Reggie Keogh Also participating
Alexander Art Studio Works by Candice Alexander Studio 347, Room 347 Works by Ann Abadie Second Floor Works by Richard Buckley Mardi Gras Museum “Mardi Gras SWLA ” The Frame House Gallery Works by Sue Zimmerman Imperial Calcasieu Museum “Clementine Hunter: A Louisiana Icon”
McNeese State University Shearman Fine Arts Center, Room 125 Abercrombie Gallery The Porch 4710 Common Street, Lake Charles Henning Cultural Center 923 Ruth Street, Sulphur Louiviere Fine Art 222 B Highway 171, Moss Bluff
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Caroline Dormon, Presbyterian Women’s leader, civil rights advocate, and abstract sculptor Clyde Connell, and early feminist author Kate Chopin. Most cities will see performances by only one of the companies, but Lake Charles is one of three places where audiences can see all six of the characters in the work of both companies: The Originals Company (Nellie, Clementine and Marie Thérèze) will appear October 1 – 3 at the Lake Charles Little Theatre, and the Visionaries Company (Caroline, Clyde and Kate) will play October 29 – 31 at McNeese’s Ralph Squires Auditorium. The last time a selection of Carolyn Woosley’s “Louisiana Women” plays were performed together (in 1999), all the roles were produced and played by one actor, Carol
Anne Gayle, and were directed by Adley Cormier, for the Lake Charles Little Theatre, where the works were premiered. For these new productions, Gayle will be featured in only one “Visionaries” role – Clyde Connell – that allows her to draw on both of her long and successful careers as an actor and an artist. More information about playwright Carolyn Woosley, the “Louisiana Women” characters, the actors, and the Fall 2010 tours, including links to buy tickets for both companies’ shows here in Lake Charles and elsewhere in the state, may be found on our Web site, www.louisianawomenonstage.com. Updates are posted on Facebook and Twitter. TJN
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Blood Donations are low. Please consider donating today! Lifeshare Blood Centers, 214 Dr Michael DeBakey Drive Mon-Fri 8 a.m-5:30 p.m. To Lauren - my soulmate and the love of my life! Happy Birthday and Congratulations on creating the most popular and fastest growing paper in Southwest Louisiana! We love you! Rhiannon, the cats, and your husband. Phil Happy 34th birthday to that Trail Boy, Derrick Joseph Trail! Best Wishes! Tara Happy 21st Birthday Patrick Deaville! Mom and Dad
Meet Jersey Girl “What do you mean, ‘some people don’t like to adopt black dogs?’ That’s crazy! I’m gorgeous, happy, loving, and ready to give you a life full of love, fun and joy. So, don’t listen to lies, prejudice and baloney. Listen to me, Jersey Girl, cuz who’s more of an expert on black dogs than a black dog?” Jersey Girl is a Border Collie mix. She’s almost six months old and her mommy “Socks,“ is also with us and available for adoption. Jersey Girl has been fostered since she was a tiny pup and is very well socialPAGE 62
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ized and housetrained. She is used to being an inside dog and doesn’t mind hanging out in a crate for short periods while you are at work. She has already been trained to “sit” and does NOT jump up on you like many puppies like to do. She has great manners and gets along with humans of all ages and doggies of all sizes! So, what are you waiting for? Give us a call! If Jersey Girl is the one for you, simply download an application at our Web site at www.4pawssocietyinc.com. Then, email the completed application to cgwatney@transwood.com . To have an adoption application e-mailed to you, just send a request to fourpawssociety@aol.com. To speak to Jersey Girl’s foster mom, call her at (337) 496-9911.
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Thank you Cameron State Bank, Picadilly, CHRISTUS St. Patrick Hospital and The Stark Foundation for being Young At Heart’s major sponsors this year! 7 At Your Service KPLC and the Young at Heart Committee Congratulations to The Buccaneers of Lake Charles who are heading to the Caribbean island of St. Maarten for their annual pirate festival! Represent us well! Happy Birthday Karol Cherry! Have a great time in Florida! Your boss
Smile! You’ve been caught on camera by The Spice Girl! Happy Birthday, Karla Tullos! The Jambalaya News Great job, Augustine on starting your second-hand Store on E. Prien Lake Street! Looking forward to your upcoming auctions! Congrats to Scot and Bea Hebert on getting the house they always wanted! When’s the party? Jim Mathis, hope you’re feeling better soon! We miss you and appreciate all you do for The Children’s Museum! The Board of Directors Absolutely gorgeous calendar by artist Geoff Russell! Go to www.WildFlowersAnotherView.com Happy Birthday Dru Sonnier! We love ya! Phil and Lauren Hey Southwest Louisiana! Don’t miss the spectacular official dedication of the Lakefront Promenade on Sat. Sept. 18 at 6 p.m. Got a boat or know someone with one? Don’t miss the Calcasieu Boat Club’s Annual Poker Run on Sat., Sept 11. For more information, call 912-1034
Don't just say it… Shout it! To "Shout Out" your message, call 337-436-7800 X106 or fax your message to (337) 990-0262 with your phone number. We will call you back. Cost is $2 per word. Min. $25. Credit card required. Limited space available so first come, first served! Businesses must contact the sales department Volume 2 • Issue 12
" The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated." - Mahatma Gandhi
Tinkerbell - 2yrs.
Molly - 1yr.
Buddy - 2yrs.
Tilly - 1yr.
Cookie - 3yrs.
Brook - 2yrs.
Who Dat - 7mos.
Akirra - 3yrs.
Zippie
Noah
Loso
Ben
Cat 1
Cat 2
Cat 3
Cat 4 and 5
Animal Services at (337) 721-3730 for more information on these pets. For information on the last 5 cats, call Rachel at (337) 513-1749.
Kittens
Oscar - Declawed
Juanita - Declawed
Jolie - Declawed
The Jambalaya News at (337) 436-7800 Ext.107 for more information on these pets. Volume 2 â&#x20AC;˘ Issue 12
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