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•Summer Dining at Mr. Bill’s Seafood •Les Danseurs: New Moss Bluff Facility •Lake Area Prosthetics and Orthotics
BOHUSLAV RATTAY,
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SUMMER POPS Coliseum Lake Charles Civic Center Saturday, July 16, 2011 • 7:30 pm performance
“Asleep at the Wheel ” CONCERT #1 Rosa Hart Theatre, Lake Charles Civic Center Saturday, October 1, 2011 7:30 pm performance CONCERT #2 & GALA FUNDRAISER McNeese State University, Performing Arts Center Thursday, December 15, 2011 7:30 pm performance CONCERT #3 Rosa Hart Theatre, Lake Charles Civic Center Saturday, February 25, 2012 7:30 pm performance
Collaboration with the Lake Charles Civic Ballet March 17th, 2012 — Sleeping Beauty CONCERT #4 Rosa Hart Theatre, Lake Charles Civic Center Saturday, April 14, 2012 • 7:30 pm performance
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A Note From Lauren Summer Camp Have you seen those ads on BravoTV lately—the ones that show its reality stars at summer camp? They’re running around in the woods, shooting arrows, telling ghost stories around the campfire, and having the best time. I actually like those ads, because they bring me back to the one and only time I went to summer camp. I think every kid should do this, at least once. I went when I was eight years old, and I’ve never forgotten the experience. I was there for three whole weeks. My mother almost had a fit, because the only other time we’d been separated was when I had my tonsils out at the age of five. But my friend Elaine had been going every summer for a few years, and it sounded like fun. So after much discussion, and assurance from the camp that bears wouldn’t eat me, off I went. There were actually three camps on the vast woodland property in Westford, Massachusetts, which is approximately 40 miles from Boston. The one I attended was called Cielo Celeste, which is Italian for “blue sky.” It was for the youngest kids,
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and was co-ed. After a certain age, girls would go on to Camp Wakitina, and boys would go across the lake to Camp Nashoba. Cielo was the absolute epitome of what a summer camp should be: tall pines, rustic cabins, a beautiful lake, camp counselors who really took an interest in their kids, a kindly nurse named Miss Peg, and absolutely delicious food served family-style in the mess hall. The camp wasn’t run by the Church, so there weren’t any nuns lurking in the corners ready to jump out at you and rant about the starving children in Africa if you didn’t clean your plate. There was a man in charge of the whole operation whose name escapes me, but he always dressed like he was on safari, and never failed to impart something interesting to us as we were gathered around the long tables eating. One day, he showed us a green plant shaped like a pitcher that was called (what else) a pitcher plant. Another time, he had an exotic-looking spider in a jar (I preferred the plant). There were all sorts of quintessential camp activities, such as swimming lessons, canoeing,
archery, hiking, arts and crafts—you name it, we did it. You weren’t made to feel inferior if there was something you didn’t do well, and always received encouragement. Take swimming, for example. I can’t swim, because I can’t float. It’s impossible. I sink like a rock. I was probably the only camper they ever had who couldn’t do the dog paddle. But I could swim under water just fine, so they praised me to the skies over that little accomplishment, and even gave me a prize. Everyone got a prize for something—because there was always something that you could excel in. There were contests and lots of gold stars. The whole point was to have fun, and no one was ever left out. We were also given chores to do, like cleaning the latrine (ugh), taking out the trash, and so on. But we all took turns, or worked in teams, so no one felt overwhelmed. We made up our bunks every day and swept the pine-needle-strewn porch of our cabin. We wrote postcards to our parents during quiet time. There was no TV, but we didn’t miss it at all. Then there were the sing-alongs, which all three camps enjoyed
together. Each camp had its own song, and we practiced diligently for the Big Event: Family Day, when we were reunited with our parents for one day. We got to demonstrate our swimming and boating skills (I floated nicely underwater, thank you very much), our arts and crafts projects were on display, and our families ate in the mess hall with us. But the most special memory I have of Camp Cielo Celeste is at night, with all of us gathered around the campfire under the towering pines and the totem poles. The counselors would bring out their guitars, and they would sing to us. This was the early 60s, and we learned “Kumbaya,” “Blowin’ in the Wind,” and “Universal Soldier” from these earnest young college students, some of whom had been in the Peace Corps. It was an amazing time in history, with our world poised on the brink of immense change. And yet some things never change. There will always be a campfire, a guitar, the dark woods. And there will always be children who will gather there. TJN
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What drives people to altruism? Why do people do for others? For some, it’s faith. For others, it’s philosophy, morality, a drive to make the world a better place, corporate social responsibility, or maybe, just a compulsion to do it. Whatever the reason, the end result is the same. Someone else benefits from actions taken by others. Often, those others are strangers. While there are many ways to give, each individual finds the way that resonates on a personal level, and some are fortunate to find exactly what they are called to do. A group of women from Church of the King on Oak Park Boulevard in Lake Charles found just such a calling in “Dress a Girl Around the World.” The international charity is dedicated to building a world where every little girl owns at least one dress, and has been working on their mission since October of 2009. Individuals, civic groups, church organizations and groups of friends get together around the country to sew simple “slip” dresses made from pillowcase patterns to be given to girls in need in Third World countries. All over the world, there are children going without—without food, water, shelter, shoes, health care or the simple dignity of a dress to cover and protect them from the elements. The ladies of Church of the King are doing their part to make a difference. Their goal is to make 400 dresses that will be delivered by a mission group to children in El Salvador in November 2011. They cur-
rently have over 250 dresses made, and are adding to their number daily. The group meets every Saturday to work together and gauge where they stand on meeting their goal. Sally Fontenot found Dress a Girl Around the World in the most serendipitous of ways. When her parents were moving, her mother gave her a sewing machine and a store of excess
These young helpers of the Church of The King Outreach Workshop proudly model some of the adorable slip cover dresses made to soon bless less fortunate girls in El Salvador.
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Kohl's employees give their time to help "Dress A Girl Around The World."
FISHING RODEO • Offshore Division • Bay & Surf Division • Junior Division REDFISH TOURNAMENT • Team Tournament FESTIVAL BEAUTY PAGEANT On Saturday, Aug. 6 at 10:30 a.m., the Festival Beauty Pageant will begin. This year’s pageants will be swimwear with 8 girls divisions and 3 boys divisions. For pageant details call Recia Willis at (337) 775-5316 or (337) 370-4325. *There will be a limited number of RV and camper spots available at the fair grounds. There is a limit of one spot per caller, first come first serve. To book your space call Rica at the Cameron Parish Police Jury, (337) 775-5718.
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fabric. The sewing machine gave hersomething to do while she remains at home due to a back condition that keeps her from working or leaving her house for long periods of time. In need of a creative outlet, she began making simple dresses with the fabric she had been given. “I started making dresses just to see if I could do it,” Fontenot said. After a few weeks with no real direction, she learned about Dress a Girl during a church service, and realized that she had found her call to service. Indeed, it seemed to have found her. Fontenot believes herself very fortunate to have come across Dress a Girl at this precise moment in her life. “In spite of all of [my physical limitations], I get to be in service to others, and serve God in any way I can,” she said. “I’ve been involved since the beginning, and believe that every girl should have a dress of their own to feel like a princess.” In addition to helping others, the sewing takes her mind off her disability. Fontenot has found that her specialty is baby dresses. “I have a knack for the small details, and I enjoy making them very much,” she said. “Not only do I work in the service of God and others, it’s a great way to connect with other women and meet new people.” But more than a social outlet, Fontenot believes that “we are blessed to be a blessing to others.” The group is diverse and dedicated to its mission. Tricia Bruns, outreach coordinator for Church of the King, has coordinated the church’s Dress a Girl program for the past year. In another amazing story of faith and calling, Bruns discovered the program in the most surprising of ways. “Last year, the church did a group fasting and prayer for 40 days,” Bruns said. “In that time, through constant prayer, I realized God was calling me to mission work. But I didn’t know how to do it.” With children at home, work, and her day-to-day responsibili-
ties keeping her busy, she didn’t know what she could possibly do to make a difference. Bruns found her outlet after inheriting her grandmother’s sewing machine and fabric. For some time, she didn’t know what to do with them. Then, she recalled that her grandmother had made clothing for needy children, and decided to follow in her footsteps. The day after she made her decision, she learned about Dress a Girl. Her store of fabric and trim set the foundation for the Lake Charles chapter. And Bruns will be traveling with the group to deliver the dresses, along with dolls and boys’ clothing, to the children in El Salvador this fall. Bruns is a firm believer in the organization’s mission. “I believe that every girl deserves the dignity of owning at least one new dress in her lifetime,” she said. By coordinating Dress a Girl in Lake Charles, Bruns is making that happen for hundreds of girls. To date, over 34,000 dresses have been made throughout the states. They’ve been distributed in 47 countries, and more are being made every day. With only a few months left before the mission trip in November, the Lake Charles group is in need of donations of pillowcases, ribbon, and thread, along with boys’ clothing. There’s a lot to be said in giving back: you gain a deeper faith, a sense of community, a feeling of accomplishment, and the knowledge that you’ve made a difference in someone’s life. It’s an affirmation that you’re part of something greater than yourself, and that the smallest acts of kindness can make the biggest differences. Interested in getting involved? If so, contact Tricia Bruns at (337) 263-6774. To find out more about Dress a Girl Around the World, visit www.dressagirlaroundtheworld.com. For other ways to help Third World children in need, go to the Hope 4 Kids International Web site at www.hope4kidsinternational.org. TJN Volume 3 • Issue 8
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ROBINSON DENTAL GROUP WELCOMES DR. JONATHON E. RUSNAK Tim Robinson, DDS, and his staff recently welcomed Jonathon Rusnak, DDS, to Robinson Dental Group in Lake Charles. Dr. Rusnak is a Lake Charles native and a graduate of Barbe High School. He received his bachelor’s degree from LSU and his doctorate in dental surgery from the LSU School of Dentistry in New Orleans. Dr. Rusnak has volunteered with Special Smiles, a dental program that works in conjunction with the Special Olympics, and with Dr. Jonathon Rusnak Habitat for Humanity. He also volunteered with Latin World Ministries and traveled to Mexico to provide dental services to the impoverished. For more information about Robinson Dental Group, visit www.robinsondentalgroup.net or call (337) 474-3636.
selected by the 50,000+ readers of Meetings & Conventions Magazine based on their overall excellence. Contraband Bayou Golf Club at L’Auberge du Lac Casino Resort is one of just 78 properties in the world to win the award. The corporate, incentive and association meeting planners choose properties and golf courses that have distinguished themselves in the industry, selected on the basis of overall excellence and quality. The awards will be published in the July issue of Meetings & Conventions Magazine and at www.mcmag.com. ARTS COUNCIL NOW MANAGING CENTRAL SCHOOL In partnership with the City of Lake Charles, the Arts Council of Southwest Louisiana has been given the responsibilities of building manager for the Central School Arts & Humanities Center. The Arts Council will manage the incubation of arts and humanities initiatives at Central School while promoting the building as a hub for educational and cultural activities. Three conference rooms and a 400-seat theatre are available as temporary rentals to the public at competitive prices for everything from theatre performances and dance recitals to conference rooms and wedding receptions. The building also houses office space for non-profit organizations and studios for artists, and all Central School tenants pay below-market rental rates in order to encourage the development of a strong ecosystem of artists and cultural organizations. For more information, call the Arts Council at (337) 439-2787.
The Red White & Blue Apple Pie Contest winners: Elaine Leger, 3rd place; Sandee Killian, 2nd place; and Kerri Hebert, 1st Place. BLUE RIBBON APPLE PIE The annual Red White & Blue Ribbon Apple Pie Contest was held in conjunction with the Red White Blue & You Celebration on the 4th of July. Mayor Randy Roach presented the winners with ribbons and cash prizes during the program at the Civic Center Arcade Pavilion. The first place winner was Kerri Hebert, second place winner was Sandee Killian and third place winner was Elaine Leger. L’AUBERGE’S CONTRABAND BAYOU GOLF CLUB WINS GOLD TEE AWARD Meetings & Conventions Magazine recently announced the 2011 Golf Tee Award winners. The highly respected award is given annually to outstanding golf/meeting properties worldwide. Winners of the award are nominated and Volume 3 • Issue 8
From left: Eduardo Assef, VP and general manager for the CITGO/LC manufacturing complex; McNeese President Dr. Philip Williams; Dana Keel, CITGO interim government and public affairs manager; Dr. Nikos Kiritsis, dean of the McNeese College of Engineering; and Tomeu Vadell, CITGO general manager engineering and technical services. McNeese Photo CITGO DONATES TO MSU FOUNDATION CITGO Petroleum Corp. recently presented a $35,000 donation to the McNeese State University Foundation for the endowed CITGO Petroleum Corporation Professorship in Engineering. JULY 14, 2011
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Calcasieu Parish School System, 12 years of which she served as principal of Dolby Elementary. In addition, Quebodeaux also served as the Louisiana Challenge Grant Coordinator. For the past ten years, she was a mentor for new principals in the Louisiana Department of Education’s Leadership Induction Program and is a visiting lecturer for McNeese State and Louisiana Tech Universities. Quebodeaux, who has a doctorate in educational leadership from the University of New Orleans, holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in elementary education and a Master of the Arts degree in reading education from McNeese State University. Lake Charles Charter Academy is part of the Charter Schools USA (CSUSA) family of schools.
Left to right: Sonny Lachney, Dodie Lachney, Holliday Guillory, CNO Felicia Adams and CEO Bryan Bateman HOLIDAY GUILLORY, LPN, IS WOMEN & CHILDREN’S AWARD WINNER Since 2009, the Patient Choice Award has recognized quality care, comfort and compassion offered by the nurses at WCH, and honors one nurse in particular. Holiday Guillory, LPN was presented with the award recently at the annual Patient Choice Award dinner held at Pujo St. Café. Guillory received an elegant crystal trophy, a cash award, flowers and a certificate of appreciation. Seven additional nurses were nominated and recognized at the award dinner including Abby Hoffpauir, RN; Ashley Schexnider, RN; Christina Kratz, RN; Linda McBride, RN; Mindy Laughlin, LPN; Marie Burton, RN and 2009 Patient Choice Award Winner Roberta Palermo, RN.
Julio Galan, president & CEO of Family & Youth; Melissa Portie, human resources manager & community relations for Cameron LNG; and Maria A. Faul, VP of development for Family & Youth. CAMERON LNG DONATES TO LEADERSHIP CENTER OF FAMILY AND YOUTH Sempra Energy’s Cameron LNG family donated $5,000 to The Leadership Center of Family and Youth. The Leadership Center for Youth, a program of Family & Youth, provides guidance, leadership development, career exploration and civic engagement opportunities to facilitate the youth’s success and involvement in the community.
Pictured left to right are Erin Wright, Officers Spouses Club president; Keith W. Henson, L’Auberge du Lac assistant general manager and VP of casino operations; and Jennifer Antonia, Officers Spouses Club advisor. L’AUBERGE DONATES TO FT. POLK OFFICERS CLUB L’Auberge du Lac Casino Resort presented a $5,000 donation to the Officers Spouses Club of Fort Polk. The organization’s main focus is to provide care packages for soldiers injured in the line of duty. Volunteers will also use the funds to purchase flower arrangements and care baskets for the family members of fallen soldiers. LES DANSEURS MOVES TO NEW FACILITY Cynthia Tomlinson’s Les Danseurs is moving to a brand new facility. An elegant tradition in classical dance since 1995, the studio is opening next to the Moss Bluff Post Office in the “Ready, Set, Grow“ complex at 212 E. Telephone Road. Classes include tap, jazz, acrobatics, hip-hop, cheer, cheer competition team, modern, lyrical, pre-school, Classical Russian Vaganova Technique Ballet, pointe, and pas de deaux/variations. In addition, there is also the newly formed Cheer Competition Team and the SWLA Ballet Company. For more information, e-mail lesdanseurs@aol.com or call (337) 855-1787. LAKE CHARLES CHARTER ACADEMY HIRES PRINCIPAL Pamela Quebodeaux has been hired as founding principal of Lake Charles Charter Academy. She has more than 30 years of experience as an educator in the PAGE 8
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AVERY APPOINTED TO ZONING COMMISSION Lake Charles Mayor Randy Roach has appointed local business owner Eric Avery to the Lake Charles Planning and Zoning Commission. The planning and zoning commission reviews and considers subdivision plans, re-zoning requests, comprehensive plan amendments and conditional use permits. Through the commission, the Lake Charles Planning Department is tasked with the principle authority to evaluate, formulate, plan and execute the basic ingredients of the city’s Eric Avery urban policy. Avery, a graduate of McNeese and Louisiana State University, owns and manages five successful companies. He is a member of the Board of Directors of Self Storage Association of Louisiana and American Red Cross of SWLA. WHITNEY BANK ANNOUNCES PROMOTIONS Whitney Bank (Hancock Holding Company) is pleased to announce the promotion of Kevin Lacy to vice president. Lacy joined Whitney Bank in June 2004. His experience ranges from positions as a credit analyst and a treasury management specialist, as well as a graduate of Whitney Bank’s Management Training Program. He has served in his present capacity as a commercial lender for the past six years. A native Kevin Lacy of Lake Charles and a graduate of LSU with a degree in finance, he currently serves on the state board of Coastal Conservation Association, as well as serving as a finance committee member for United Way of Southwest Louisiana. Whitney Bank is also pleased to announce the addition of William Henning to the Lake Charles Market. Mr. Henning joined Whitney Bank in June 2009, and is a graduate of Whitney Bank’s Management Training William Henning Volume 3 • Issue 8
Program. He now serves as a business banker in the Lake Charles Market. A native of Lake Charles, Henning is a graduate of McNeese State University with a degree in Finance and is a current member of the Rotary Club of Greater Lake Charles.
Meet Lady! Donna Byrne, Regional Director of AT&T and Mayor Randy Roach GOLD FOR RED WHITE BLUE & YOU The Red White Blue & You Celebration is supported through corporate sponsorships and community partners. Thousands of families unite and enjoy this Lake Charles tradition on July 4th. Various levels of sponsorship are available with the gold level requiring a commitment of $5,000. Donna Byrne, regional director of AT&T, presented Mayor Randy Roach with a check for $5,000 for support for this popular community event. For more information call the Lake Charles Arts & Cultural Department at 337-491-9147 or visit www.cityoflakecharles.com.
“Love is a cozy spot on the sofa, a steady hand on my leash, a place to call HOME. Love is the look in my eyes and the way my tail starts gently wagging when we wake up together every morning. Some people say love like that’s just a dream, but guess what? I think dreams come true!” If you’re looking for a fantastic Rat Terrier, then our lovely “Lady” is the dog for you. She is bigger than some Rat Terriers, but is approximately 20 lbs., has a heart of gold and is very intelligent. She’s totally housetrained—her name is Lady, after all. Lady likes to spend time outdoors and explore, but she has to be an indoor dog. She will need a family that can walk her or that
has a fenced yard. Lady came from a kind woman who moved into an assisted living facility and had to give Lady and her friend Queen up for adoption. Lady’s friend has long since been adopted, and still Lady waits patiently for her “Forever Family” to come for her. Lady would love to meet you in person, so give 4 Paws Society a call and let’s get you two together. You can fill out an adoption application on our Web site at www.4PawsSocietyInc.com and fax it to (337) 558-6331 or e-mail it to fourpawssociety@aol.com. You can contact us at that same e-mail if you have any questions, or call us at (337) 558-5184. Hurry! Lady is waiting!
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Left to right: Dalia Matheus (club president), Alexis Pappion (club volunteer), Dr. Delma Porter (club advisory board member), and Dana Keel (CITGO/LC government and public affairs manager) CITGO DONATES TO INTERNATIONAL CLUB SWLA CITGO/LC recently made a $1,500 donation in support of the International Club of Southwest Louisiana’s annual Christmas Gala. TJN
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In Search of the Holy Mudslide Welcome back, dear readers, to Part 2 of our search for the best Mudslide in Key West. If you read Part 1, you surely realize how important this quest was. Why, otherwise, would we have heroically endured the long lines of baggage-laden tourists at the airport, not to mention the probing hands of the security agents with their trademark blue rubber gloves? These are things that the Crusaders never had to face in their battle for the Holy Land.
This whole excursion really would not have been necessary except for the distressing account that we got from our advance scouts, who vacationed in Key West about a month before us. Astonishingly, they reported a serious decline in the quality of the Mudslides at Rick’s Café. This news was simply devastating. For years, Rick’s had claimed the Gold Award in Mudslide Customer Satisfaction by Boudreaux and Thibodeaux Research Associates, and now, it seems, they were on the
verge of having to issue a massive recall. This would have made for a very ugly affair, as you could imagine, so we had to validate this for ourselves. Thus, we ambled down to Rick’s, only to meet our first serious challenge on the island since getting the rental car agent to swap us out of the bucket of bolts that they had originally reserved for us. This situation, however, was even more serious, as it seemed that a couple of unsuspecting tourists had taken seats at the table on which my sister-in-law held a solid claim. The table in question at Rick’s is one that is right outside on Duval Street. (Duval Street is kind of like the Key West equivalent of Bourbon Street except without the smell of stale beer.) My sister-in-law, Sharon, had taken a special liking to that table, where she could enjoy her Mudslides whilst marveling at the parade of tourists, whose idea of tropical attire looks more like they’ve just been in a food fight. She filed a claim on this table at the Key West City Hall last year, and she defends it with the aggressiveness of a nesting alligator. Unfortunately, the innocent couple, as well Rick’s management, were totally unaware of the existence of this claim, and so they were equally tena-
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cious in their defense of this prime piece of real estate. What was even worse, though, was when our poor friend Perry turned traitor and sat down at the table to converse with the couple. This got him Sharon’s Evil Eye. So if you’re ever at Mallory Square in Key West, please leave him a good tip as he does the human statue routine at the nightly Sunset Festival. Thus deterred, we went around the corner to Captain Tony’s Saloon. Our purpose there was not for Mudslides. Rather, I was dragged there by Sharon’s friend, Carol, to pay off a bet. The situation was totally of my own doing, as I was stupid enough to bet on the Orioles winning a baseball game. I made this bet based on a combination of sentimentality and a lot of tequila, since even Ozzy Osbourne’s foggy brain could count as high as the number of games the Orioles have won over the past decade. The payoff was a Pirate Punch served in an official Captain Tony’s souvenir cup, which Carol savored for all it was worth, and not because of the taste. As she did this, I sat and stared aimlessly at the business cards that were stapled to every square inch of the establishment’s walls and ceiling. These cards are the result of a tradition that began way back before the last time the Orioles had a winning record. By now, they had accumulated to a thickness that would qualify for a Federal energy credit based on its insulation value. Anyone can still have his business card stapled to the wall at Captain Tony’s, as long as you don’t attach it yourself. The owner learned the hard way that it’s not a good idea to allow sharp objects such as staples in the hands of drunken tourists from Yankee Land. It so happened that, one time, two of them stapled their business cards to each other’s heads and then promptly sued the bar. (I must add a disclaimer here that these two particular Yankees happen to have been from much farther North than yours truly.) Following Captain Tony’s, we encountered a number of other distractions that deterred us from finding the perfect Mudslide, and only some of these distractions were wearing bikinis. This, of course, means that we will have to go back to Key West next year to continue our quest. So, please support all the advertisers in this publication, because I’m going to need yet another generous expense account. And if you’re ever in Rick’s, you can “borrow” that first table—as long as it’s not the last week in June. TJN Volume 3 • Issue 8
By George “Tip” Cline
AUTOMATIC CHARGE NOT ACCEPTABLE Our local bank for many years was recently purchased by/merged with (whatever was done) another bank. I was told that the transfer of old accounts would be as smooth and painless as possible. We received several packets of information assuring us that our needs would be met, along with all the usual statements of looking forward to continuing to provide personal service and products to meet our future needs. Included in one of the packets was information on how our old member program will be converted to their “value-added” Advantage Member Program. How nice is that? Reading further, I found that beginning July 11, this great new valuable service is scheduled to “automatically” deduct $4.95 from our account to cover the monthly membership fee. No fee was involved with the previous membership program. To cancel this unsolicited charge, we must opt-out of the new program. I have always promoted straightforward practices with my own business dealings. Making customers go through a process to not be charged is not straightforward. I’m sure this will cause some confusion with many account holders. With the current economic conditions and banking regulations being tightened, banks have to look for new ways to replace their lost revenue. I am sorry to see that the bank I’m planning on having handle my future needs has chosen to automatically charge this fee to its clients rather than presenting them with an offer to sign up for this program in an upfront manner. I will actively monitor communications from them; you may rest assured. Volume 3 • Issue 8
Market Basket, $2.75; Walmart $4.38. Fresh limes (ea): Albertsons, $.20; Kroger, $.33 (3/$1.00); Market Basket, $.20; Walmart, $.18. Triscuit Crackers, 9.5 oz box: Albertsons, $2; Kroger, $2; Market Basket, $2.79; Walmart, $2.50. Whole fryer chicken, per pound: Albertsons, $1.09; Kroger, $.98; Market Basket, $.89; Walmart, $.98. Again, we see that there is no one stand-out leader for pricing. They’re all trying to get your business by
offering a good price on different products. So take advantage of a good bargain when you see it (and need it). There are times when items are specially priced, such as “in-season” veggies and fruit, holiday items such as turkeys for Thanksgiving, cold drinks before a holiday (this one you can pretty well bet the farm on). Stock up on items that will last when you find them on a decent sale, know when the next sale period will come, and balance out the need between times.
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HUGE DEAL ON LIQUOR Our Lake Charles Krogers are in the process of revamping their liquor departments. They’re eliminating some of the products or sizes of products that are not meeting sales expectations, dramatically reducing the prices. This makes space for fasterselling items and has created a bargain-buying opportunity for sharpeyed shoppers. It is a win-win situation. Kroger can use their space with more profitably and allow customers to stock up on some favorite brands, or even try something new that may have not been considered before due to the price. The stock is moving out fairly rapidly, and I don’t know if any of the reduced items remain as of this issue date, but keeping your eyes open when shopping can often be very rewarding. When you find opportunities that work well for you, jump in. FIG ICE CREAM! Summer always seems to mean home-made ice cream. I’m not a huge ice cream fan, but I do eat some occasionally. Homemade fig ice cream is another thing entirely. Even if you are not a regular fig eater, figs incorporated into your fresh ice cream will stop you in your tracks. It’s not rocket science. All you need to do is add a small amount of peeled and chopped fresh figs to your ice cream mixture and patiently wait for it to become firm per your machine’s instructions. There is a very good chance that next time, your small amount of fresh figs will be a much larger amount! SUPERMARKET ROUNDUP This issue’s shopping list is from the usual stores: Albertsons, Country Club Road; Kroger, McNeese Street; and Market Basket and Walmart, Nelson Road. Prices reflect the posted price where the product was displayed. Coca Cola, 12 oz. cans, 12 pack: Albertsons, $2.72; Kroger, $2.75;
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oyle By Jim D
Passed On, But Not Forgotten Remember Grover’s Corner? That was the name of the fictional community in Our Town by Thornton Wilder, a play about a place that…well, that could be Our Town. In the third act, several of the characters are ghosts, wisping up from the cemetery on the edge of town, interacting with their past and current occupants. It is meant to remind us of the seamless edges of our lives, the transition from one existence to another, the continuity of our human community. This is true by the very nature of the co-dependency that is modern life. People come into your life, then they leave, one way or another. But their sprit remains with you. Since I last wrote to you guys, five people I know have gone to the third act in Grover’s Corner. Several have a connection with another unforgettable character, Ed Woodley, who was senior partner at my law firm when I moved here almost 30 years ago. Ed was a brilliant lawyer and a true eccentric. He was a war hero, injured in one of the final battles of World War II. He had the most shocking head of orange hair I’ve ever seen, dented prominently by the remnants of his war injury. He and his wife Gail invited me for dinner many nights and it was a standing joke that Ed would go to sleep at the table before coffee. He loved practicing law and his firm, which at that time included Ed Barnett, J.L. Cox, Jim Williams, Bob Fenet, and Paul Palmer. J.L. and Paul have long since joined Ed on the other side, and this past week Jim joined them. Jim and his wife Robin were my first social contact in Lake Charles. They invited me for dinner on the first night I spent over here way back then, and the only way I could get to their house was by following Ryan Street all Volume 3 • Issue 8
the way through Country Club to what was then a gravel street west of Big Lake Road. Jim was in a good mood that night. Right before moving here, I had been on a television show in Baton Rouge, a game show run by weatherman Pat Shingleton, and Jim and Robin had seen it along with their children. For about 30 minutes, I was a movie star. My most enduring pictures of Jim are in his office (he was our managing partner for most of my tenure there)
and swinging his pitching wedge near the first tee at the Country Club in preparation for his weekly golf outing. Jim had been a fighter pilot in his youth, had great stories, and great wisdom. He gave me the best piece of advice about being a lawyer I ever got. “Most of the time, your client just wants to know you have a plan,” he said. “So the first thing you tell them is, okay, here’s what we’re going to do.” Very wise. Jim died in Colorado, a place he loved, where he enjoyed his retirement. He will be missed by all who knew him, including me. Let me also remember lawyer Peter Ciambotti, whom I met when he and Woodley had a case together which I ultimately handled. Peter was an unfailingly nice man, somebody who always had a good word for me whenever I saw him, which wasn’t often enough. When Ed and Gail were great friends of mine, we often attended Mardi Gras and other events with Sissy Fredeman, later Sissy Villaume, wife of Louis. Sissy was a hoot, always laughing and in a good mood. She passed away a week or so ago. The others we sent to the third act
include Pam Tynes, wife of Maurice. I didn’t know Pam well, but Maurice is one of those lawyers other lawyers always like, a truly good man. I am so sorry for Mo, and he’s in my prayers, as I know he is in yours. Please also remember Ricky Lavan, whose son Ray was drum major at McNeese, is now a band director in Orange, and who was a wonderful role model to my musician son Stratton. Ricky was a large presence in his family’s life, and their consolation in his loss is no doubt found through happy memories and remembered love. The young girl character “Emily” in Grover’s Corner asks at one point in the play if anybody truly enjoys his life. “Only saints and poets,” she is told. I don’t agree. Life is wonderful, even, maybe particularly, if you have to fight for it every day. Let us always be thankful for it, and for those who have enriched it along the way. Keep a good thought or a prayer in mind for those who have gone away and put a smile on your face every morning when you wake up. Life is a moveable feast with many courses. Enjoy them all. I’ll see you guys on the flip.
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As the new school year begins, odds are most parents – and kids – are focused on school supplies, uniforms, bus schedules and homework. But doctors at The Eye Clinic say parents should also be on the lookout for vision problems as their children return to school. “Good vision is fundamental to reading, and reading is essential to learning,” explains Virgil Murray, MD, ophthalmologist with The Eye Clinic. “Children learn by seeing. In fact, 80 percent of learning in a child’s first 12 years comes through the eyes. That’s why undetected vision problems can have a tremendous detrimental impact on their ability to learn.” More than 12.million school-age children, or one in four, have some form of vision problem. Unfortunately, nearly 80 percent of preschoolers do not receive a vision exam. Dr. Murray recommends a comprehensive eye exam by an eye doctor for all children before four years of age. “Vision problems are treated more successfully during the growth and development of a child’s visual system,” he said. “By the time a child reaches school age, their visual system has completed its development, so a delayed eye exam can spell trouble.” One condition that eye doctors can successfully treat in young children if detected early is amblyopia. Amblyopia is poor vision in an eye that did not develop normal sight during early childhood. It is sometimes called “lazy eye.” Dr. Murray says the condition is common, affecting approximately two or three out of every 100 people. “The best time to correct amblyopia is during infancy or early childhood, but parents must be aware of this potential problem if they want to protect their child’s vision,” he said. In addition to the serious risk of permanent vision loss, the link between learning and eyesight is compelling. According to Dr. Murray, children have great coping skills, so they may learn fairly well with distorted vision until they enter school. In the classroom, however, vision problems lead to learning problems. Poor vision causes problems when work is written on blackboards or computer screens. Self-esteem is fragile in children and it can be damaged by excessive frustration at school. This is why it is important to test a child’s vision regularly. If vision is the problem, it can usually be easily corrected, hopefully in time to prevent permanently negative attitudes toward school. “Children who have struggled in the classroom often turn their attitude and achievements around PAGE 14
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when their vision is properly corrected. The difference is amazing,” Dr. Murray said. Once a child enters school, they should have an eye exam at least every two years, or more frequently, if specific problems or risk factors exist. “And keep in mind,” he said. “A school vision check is not a substitution for a thorough eye exam by a qualified eye doctor.” Parents and teachers should be on the look out for these warning signs of vision problems in schoolage children: • Squinting, closing or covering one eye • Excessive blinking or rubbing of the eyes • Dislike and/or avoidance of close work • Short attention span; frequent daydreaming • Placing the head close to a book when reading • Turning or tilting the head to one side. • Losing place while reading; omits or confuses small words when reading • Complaints of headaches, nausea and dizziness • Excessive clumsiness • Consistently performs below potential Dr. Murray cautions that if any of these signs are noticed, your child should see an eye doctor as soon as possible for an exam. The Eye Clinic and Optics Unlimited are offering discounts on vision exams and frames for children and teachers through September 30. For more information, call The Eye Clinic nearest you in Lake Charles, Sulphur, DeRidder, Moss Bluff or Jennings, or 1-800-826-5223. Information is also available at www.theeyeclinic.net. TJN
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By Lauren de Albuquerque It may be summer, but there’s always something going on in the Lake Area! Congratulations to Assam Sobh and Cedar’s Lebanese and Greek Restaurant on celebrating their oneyear anniversary! The Jam and friends helped them celebrate. There were tons of door prizes (we donated a cool coffee maker), belly dancing and of course, fabulous food. If you haven’t been, you have to go. Hope they have many more years of success! Downtown…glad to see Sabine Pass Crab Shack in Booda’s Bistro’s abruptly vacated space. Happy Hippie Pizza finally opened, and 505 Imports will be opening a second location (called 505 Bazaar), on Broad St. We’ve got to keep our downtown alive. Phil and I just got back from a weekend visiting friends in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. It has a population of only 35,000 people—but you should see their sprawling downtown area. Beautiful old build-
ings have been converted to shops, restaurants, art galleries and apartments; the old railroad station has been restored (it’s home to the tourist bureau), complete with a train for visitors to climb aboard and fool around with the bells and whistles; and the whole area was bustling—even on a holiday weekend. There’s lots happening there, and everything is well-attended. We can’t replace our old structures that were foolishly torn down, but we can support the businesses in our downtown area. So let’s do it! L’Auberge du Lac generously hosted the “Building for Bucks” fundraiser/contest at TouLouLou’s on the beach recently. Fourteen nonprofits gathered their teams and proceeded to create the most wonderful sand castles depicting their organizations. Each group was automatically given a $500 donation simply to enter! Phil was there with his group from the Children’s Museum, and their creation was fantastic. Congratulations to 4 Paws, winner of the $1,500 first prize!
Everyone is looking forward to next year. Dumont Air’s launch party was held at The Porch recently. What’s Dumont Air? Well, it’s a late-night online talk show: Wide Awake with Bray J (Braylin Jenkins), which premiered on June 27. For more information on Dumont Air and this talented young man, go to www.dumontair.com and also check out its Facebook page. After a hiatus, Max Trost and Max Air Helicopters are back in business with a brand new helicopter, equipped with factory air conditioning, an AM/FM-CD player, observation doors, and a more powerful, fuel-injected engine for better performance during the summer heat. Visit www.maxairhelicopters.com At Dumont Air launch party with Braylin to see a complete list of his Jenkins and guest Monika Maerhofer. services. And make sure you Keep cool and we’ll talk next click on the Photo Gallery to see over 2,000 aerial photos of Calcasieu time! TJN and Cameron Parishes.
The Children's Museum team with their sand castle.
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A SOUTHEAST TOURISM SOCIETY TOP 20 EVENT Cajun French Music Association, Lake Charles Chapter
24th Cajun Music and Food Festival
July 16th & 17th, 2011 • Burton Coliseum, Lake Charles, LA SATURDAY, JULY 16, 2011 8 A.M. Doors Open 9 A.M. Arts & Crafts Open 9 A.M. to 11 A.M. Dallas Street Ramblers 11:15 A.M. to 1:15 P.M. Briggs Brown & Bayou Cajuns Noon Cajun Waltz and Two-Step Dance Contests 1:15 to 1:30 P.M. Introduction of Queens 1:30 to 3:30 P.M. New Midnight Ramblers 3 P.M. Dance Troupes Recognition 3:45 to 5:45 P.M. Kira Viator & Bayou Beat 6 to 8 P.M. Don Fontenot & Friends of Louisiana 8:15 to 11 P.M. Geno Delafose & French Rockin’ Boogie
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How do you measure success? According to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary, success is defined as a favorable or desired outcome. Shelli Benglis, a 2006 Vinton High School graduate who recently received an associate degree in accounting from SOWELA, is a single mom and a new homeowner. She is currently employed by a medical equipment firm as a fulltime bookkeeper, and plans to continue her education through McNeese State University to receive her bachelor’s degree. Benglis started out life in a single-parent home. She was one of three sisters, with a mom who worked multiple jobs. In 1994, she was a mischievous seven-year-old when she met Fay Robinson, someone who would play a significant role in her life growing up, which continues to this day. Fay became Benglis’ Big Sister through the Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) program. “My sister was enrolled in the program and seeing how much fun she had with her Big Sister, I wanted to join,” Benglis said. “My
mother signed me up as soon as I was old enough. I remember being super excited to meet Fay for the first time; so much so, I didn’t want that first day to end.” Over the last 17 years, Benglis and Robinson have had many memorable experiences, including BBBS activities, family vacations, and softball tournaments, but most important is the one-to-one time they’ve spent together. BBBS Improves the Odds Through controlled studies, BBBS knows that the program improves children’s odds for succeeding in school, behaving nonviolently, avoiding drugs and alcohol and getting along better with their families and peers. Adults who participated in the program as children reported positive outcomes, including increased self-esteem and strong relationships with their family, spouse, children and friends. Alumni Littles also reported achieving key life goals such as continuing their education beyond a high school diploma.
“Being in the program made me realize that not just my family could love me unconditionally,” Benglis said. “I now know that there are people out there that are willing to give back to others—I just happen to be the lucky one that ended up with Fay. She not only guided me through life’s ups and downs, but also helped me become the person I am today. For that I am grateful, and love her with everything that I am.” BBBS’ mission is to help children reach their full potential. And, it seems that Benglis is on the right
path to do just that. For her, the sky’s the limit. “Now, when I succeed, I’m not only happy with what I’ve accomplished, but it makes me happy to see that Fay is proud of me,” she said. For more information on how you can start something big, call Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Louisiana, a United Way agency. Lake Charles, 4785437; DeRidder, 460-5437; Jennings, 824-4847. Think of the possibilities—what will you start?
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What’s Cookin’ Mr. Bill’s Seafood Express Summer is the perfect time to indulge your taste buds. And what better place to enjoy delicious local specialties than at Mr. Bill’s Seafood Express? Mr. Bill’s has been family-owned for almost 20 years and is now run by Jason and Ashley Guillory. They have a brandnew menu just in time for the summer, so you can enjoy a lot of new items along with your favorites. They specialize in fried softshell crab, and their shrimp and catfish dishes will have you coming back for more! If you’re looking for meat, there are ribeyes, pork chops, burgers, and fried or grilled chicken. Sides include crab cakes, shrimp and crab pistolettes, catfish strips, fried mushrooms, crabmeat jalapenos and boudin balls. Baked potatoes come stuffed with crabmeat, rib-eye, shrimp and chicken.
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Don’t miss the daily plate lunches! It can be anything from sausage in red gravy over rice, chicken-fried steak and fries, or barbecued pork steak with rice dressing. Don’t forget to visit them on Thursdays for their award-winning jambalaya! And there’s usually a nightly special. On this particular day, special catfish and shrimp dinners were $9.75 until 7 p.m. College students get a free drink with a dinner purchase and student ID. Mr. Bill’s Seafood Express, 500 East McNeese Street, Lake Charles 477-9746. Open Mon.—Thurs. from 8 a.m. – 7 p.m., Fri. from 8 a.m. – 9 p.m. and Sat. from 8 a.m.-8 p.m. They are closed on Sunday for church and family time. Go to their Facebook page for the complete menu and to see their lunch and nightly specials, which are posted daily.
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The following recipe is perfect for a summer party. Add some cold ones and let the fun begin!
Crab-Stuffed Jalapeño Poppers Ingredients • 18-20 jalapeño peppers • 1 (8-ounce) bar cream cheese, softened • ¾ cup cheddar cheese, shredded • ¾ teaspoon Cajun Boo’s Seasoning (available for purchase at Mr. Bill’s) • ½ cup jumbo lump crabmeat • ½ cup flour • 4 eggs, lightly beaten • 2 cups bread crumbs • 1 teaspoon salt
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Preparation Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Rinse jalapeño peppers, cut off the stem, and cut in half lengthwise. Use the edge of a teaspoon to remove the ribs and seeds from the peppers. In a bowl, combine the cream cheese, cheddar, crab, and seasoning until well blended. Fill each pepper half with a small mound of the mixture. To bread the peppers: Arrange a plate with flour, a bowl of the beaten eggs, and a plate of bread crumbs. Stir the salt into the bread crumbs. Roll each pepper in the flour, then dip in the egg, then roll in the bread crumbs. Place the breaded, stuffed peppers onto a baking sheet. Bake for about 35-40 minutes until the outside is golden brown and the filling appears bubbly. Enjoy!
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Bayou By Lauren de Albuquerque
Biz
It only takes one incident to change the course of your life. Ronnie Bias’ older brother suffered an accident at an early age that caused him to lose a limb. As a result, his brother began working in the Orthotics and Prosthetics field when he reached adulthood. Fifteen years his senior, Bias’ brother has always been an inspiration to him. His chosen field prompted Bias to follow in his footsteps. Bias has been involved in Orthotics and Prosthetics since October 1986. In 1997, he opened Lake Area Prosthetics & Orthotics in Lake Charles and Bias Orthotics in Opelousas. He’s successfully pursuing his dream: to provide exceptional service to patients who need special care. “It’s amazing to do what you are passionate about,” said Bias. “For me, my passion is providing quality of life PAGE 20
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Left (back row): Mitchell Foster, Darrel Bias, Jr.; Left (front row): Quincy Broussard, Ericka Babineaux; Right (L to R): Karen Bias, Paranell Lewis, Ronnie Bias, owner.
Lake Area Prosthetics & Orthotics: Superior Service, Quality Care
back to people of all ages. It’s [worth] more than money could ever buy. At Lake Area Prosthetics & Orthotics, with our intense attention to detail and patient satisfaction, both my staff and I are rewarded daily.” Serving Louisiana and East Texas, the business offers custom fit orthotics for lower and upper extremities and spinal and cervical supports, and prosthetics for lower and upper extremities. Orthotics Orthotics is a specialty within the medical field concerned with the design, manufacture and application of orthopedic devices that support or correct the function of a limb or the torso. For example, an orthopedic brace is used to: • Control, guide, limit and/or immobilize an extremity, joint or body segment, • To restrict movement in a given
direction, • To assist movement generally, • To reduce weight bearing forces for a particular purpose, • To aid rehabilitation from fractures after the removal of a cast, or • To otherwise correct the shape and/or function of the body, to provide easier movement capability or reduce pain. Lake Area Prosthetics & Orthotics offers a variety of prosthetics to fit a patient’s every need, from surgical stockings to back supports to wrist splints. It’s great to know that there’s a place with a fully informed, caring staff including board-certified practitioners to answer questions, address concerns, and fit you with the appropriate device. Prosthetics A prosthesis is an artificial device extension Volume 3 • Issue 8
that replaces a missing body part. When a person loses an arm or a leg, they can be fitted with a device that will enable them to continue to lead active lives. Losing a limb, as devastating as that may be, does not mean you need to alter your lifestyle. According to the National Limb Loss Information Center, approximately 1.7 million people in the United States are living with limb loss. It’s estimated that one out of every 200 people in the U.S. has had an amputation. Each year, the majority of new amputations occur due to complications of the vascular system, especially from diabetes. Although rates of cancer and trauma-related amputations are decreasing, rates for dysvascular amputations are on the rise. On average, Bias sees approximately 30 amputees a month, but this week alone, he’s seen 12. Customer Satisfaction “We strive for 100 percent satisfaction from both our patients and referring physicians, and in our production of artificial limbs and orthopedic appliances,” Bias said. The business accepts assignment and bills Medicare, Medicaid, and private health insurance companies for items that are covered under these
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health plans. Prescriptions are required for most of their services. “Our excellent turn-around time enables custom-made devices to be delivered in two to ten days,” Bias stated. How’s that for customer service? The business boasts an on-site lab where Bias and his techs make specialized prosthetics and orthotics. The accredited facility consists of 18 highly qualified staff and board-certified practitioners with over 60 years combined experience. Lake Area Prosthetics offers a friendly, clean and courteous environment for patient care. Residential visits for homebound, hospital and nursing facility visits are also available, as well as a payment plan. “Our staff is eager to assist you in your orthopedic needs,” said Bias. “We’ll make a difference in your life.” Lake Charles office: 505 West College St. (337) 474-2989 or (800) 474-8011. Opelousas office: 433 South Union St. at (337) 948-6814. Office hours are Mon. – Thurs., 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. and Fri., 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.
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— By Lauren de Albuquerque
Camille Savoie and Quinton Tharp
Some lucky people are born to dance. The even luckier ones get to pass their gift on to others. Cynthia Tomlinson is one such person. Born in Georgia, she moved to Lake Charles when she was 7, so Southwest Louisiana is home for her. Growing up, she studied all forms of dance locally with Miss Glenda Moss. Her dancing career took off from there. “I went to New York with her when I was 16 and studied there,” Cynthia said. “Then I auditioned and was accepted to take classes at American Ballet Theatre. I lived and danced in New York after I graduated from high school.” She was offered a job at age 16 with Jojo Smith’s Dance Factory to tour Europe with the Barry Manilow Tour. She also studied in Los Angeles, London and Paris, studying with Charles Kelley, Luigi, Phil Black, Twyla Tharp and many others. Eventually, Cynthia returned to the Lake Area, moving to Moss Bluff in 1986. She married and began raising a family. But when her youngest child was two, she decided to open up her own dance studio. “I have always wanted to own a studio,” she said. “I have three daughters and it just felt like the right time. They were two, three and eight [when I started the business.) What a rich environment for them to grow up in!” Certified to teach by Dance Masters of America, Cynthia also attended DMA Teacher Training School. Opening the studio was her first business venture—and definitely the right decision for her. She’s now been in business for 16 years.
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NEW FACILITY, NEW CLASSES Les Danseurs recently moved to a brand new facility at 212 E. Telephone Rd. in Moss Bluff. Dance classes include tap, jazz, hip-hop, cheer, lyrical and modern acrobatics. Ballet classes offer the Classical Russian Vaganova Technique, along with pas de deux/variations. This class will include boys, and gives them instruction on lifts. There are also adult, pre-K (morning and evening), beginning tumbling (2 & 3) and Mommy and Me classes (ages six months and up). Les Danseurs accepts students starting from age three for a typical dance class. And there’s more going on besides the new location. Les Danseurs is proud to announce the newly chartered SWLA Ballet Company, along with the new Cheer Competition Team! The following instructors will be teaching at the studio: Cynthia Tomlinson, owner: Pre-K, adults, lyrical, tap, modern dance, and all forms of dance.
Kay Richards: Tap, jazz and acrobatics. She ran her own studio and has been teaching with Cynthia for the past 14 years. Hayley Richards: Pre-K, tap, jazz and acrobatics. Hayley is Kay’s daughter. She has danced with Cynthia for 16 years, who said that she’s “awesome” with the younger students. Mary Alice Hayes: Hip-hop, and ballet assistant. A junior at McNeese, she has danced with Cynthia for 16 years. Mika Benoit : Cheer, power tumbling, and the Cheer Competition team. Benoit was a cheerleader at McNeese for five years (captain for the last two). In addition, she teaches for SCA (Southern Cheer Association) Camps. She is doing her student teaching this fall and will graduate from McNeese in December.
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Kate Gregory Maddox: Ballet, modern, lyrical, pointe and pas de deux/variations. She teaches in the classic Russian Vaganova technique and believes every child can excel in dance. She looks forward to the addition a ballet intensive program to the Les Danseurs 2011-2012 curriculum, forming Les Danseurs’ ballet company, SWLA Ballet Company, and offering students of every age the chance to perform in a children’s ballet production! LOVES OWNING HER BUSINESS Cynthia loves owning her own business. “There are so many rewards to owning a dance studio, because you get to know your clientele so well,” she said. “I have the opportunity to be creative and do what I love!” Speaking of rewards, Cynthia often teaches special needs children. “And this
past year, I had the honor of teaching three of my former students’ little girls!” she exclaimed. Cynthia says it’s all about the children. “It’s about building their confidence, selfesteem, responsibility, self-discipline and teaching them to reach for their goals,” she said. “I believe every student can dance if we are patient, honest with them, compliment them on their strengths, and encourage them to see and work on their weaknesses. I feel if I can motivate them from within and kindle the desire to dance, they will be amazing! This same desire will carry forward into their daily lives.” This dedicated dance teacher appreciates all the support she’s received over the years, and is looking forward to an even brighter future. “We’re so excited about the move to our new building,” she said. “Parents can drive right up to the door and we have beautiful new sprung floors.” Registration will be every Monday from 4-7 p.m. starting July 18, and tryouts for cheer and the SWLA Ballet Company will be held the first week in August. For more information, call the studio at (337) 855-1787 or (337) 274-8009.
KATHERINE GREGORY MADDOX Katherine Gregory Maddox began her dance training with Kira Ivanovsky in Classical Russian Ballet at Ballet Fantasque in Monterrey, CA. She continued her training at the prestigious Virginia Ballet under the tutelage of Oleg Tupine, lead dancer of the Ballet Russe de Monte Carlo and named one of Dance Magazine’s “Greatest Teachers.” While continuing her study with Tupine, she also studied with Lisa Avery, Sonja Dragamonavic Haydar, and Melissa Allen at the Academy of Ballet in Fredericksburg, VA; and took Master Classes with Eric Hampton of the Maryland Youth Ballet. Maddox has danced soloist roles in Nutcracker, Don Quixote, the Fairy Doll, Sleeping Beauty, and Swan Lake. She holds a degree in journalism from Radford University, where she also minored in dance with a concentration in ballet under the tutelage of Frano Jelincic (former Ballet Master of the English National Ballet, Pennsylvania Ballet, Pittsburgh Ballet, Garden State Ballet, Hamburg Ballet, and The Croatian National Theatre in Zagreb, Yugoslavia) and Dagmar Kessler Jelincic, (youngest principle ballerina in the history of the English National Ballet, also principle of the Pennsylvania Ballet and the Hamburg Ballet, who partnered with Rudolf Nureyev, Peter Schauffuss, Edward Villella, Ted Kivitt, and John Gilpin). TJN
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As a young boy growing up in Prague, Czech Republic, Bohuslav Rattay was fortunate to be surrounded by the sweet sounds of music. His father was a trombonist for an orchestra in Prague; his grandfather played multiple instruments and his uncle was a concert cellist. Rattay recalls taking piano lessons as a child and all he had to do was walk up a few flights of stairs in the family’s apartment building to his piano teacher’s home. “Oh, yes,” Rattay said. “My piano teacher was my first mentor and a very instrumental person in my life. I was always involved in music. I really cannot remember a time when music was not a part of my life.” Rattay is the new conductor for the Lake Charles Symphony and he’s already excited about some of the things he’ll be able to experience during his time here. “First, I’m happy to be involved with the Symphony and that’s the real reason I’ll be in Lake Charles,” he said. “I also really love crawfish and I know I will have access to
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some good crawfish. And, sailing is one of my true passions and I’m so happy that I can enjoy that while in Lake Charles as well. I was visiting the city recently and could not believe how much it has grown since I was there last time. The lakefront is looking so beautiful and there is so much development all over town, too. That is just fantastic!” Former McNeese Student Actually, Rattay previously lived in Lake Charles, back in the mid-90s. “I was a student at McNeese State University,” he recalled. “There was a gentleman from Lake Charles by the name of Norman Smith who basically recruited me to come to McNeese. The university didn’t have a bassoon player and I
came to McNeese and studied the bassoon.” Rattay enjoyed the time he spent in Lake Charles before moving on to further pursue his craft and he’s looking forward to spending more time here as conductor of the Lake Charles Symphony. “I think Lake Charles is just a wonderful city,” he said. “And I know that, in addition to the Symphony and other people I’ve come in contact with, that Mayor Roach is also very enthusiastic about finding ways that we can involve various other groups in Lake Charles with the Lake Charles Symphony, especially young people.” In fact, making sure that young people have the opportunity to enjoy classical music is something that’s very important to Rattay. “Kids are hungry to learn and I love that,” he said. “If a person experiences classical music at a young age, he or she may develop a real love for it. If they don’t get a chance to have that experience until much older, some-
times, it just doesn’t take with them.” Rattay is the sixth conductor for the Lake Charles Symphony, which was founded in 1958 when 70 musicians took their places on stage at McNeese State College (before it became a university) for the premiere performance of what is today the Lake Charles Symphony Orchestra. The Junior League of Lake Charles played a major role in the events leading up to the founding of the Lake Charles Symphony. At a meeting prior to the founding, with Anita Tritico as president, the League’s membership voted unanimously to undertake the symphony project. It was off and running, and after a great deal of work by various committees, as
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The Symphony concerts appeal to adults and children of all ages. Kayla, Kara, Emma, Trenton and Drake are looking forward to the “Asleep at the Wheel” concert July 16.
well as finding a conductor, the Lake Charles Symphony was launched. The League continues to be actively involved today. Collaborating With Arts Organizations In addition to concerts and events throughout the year, the Symphony promotes Arts-in-Education throughout the five-parish area with various programs. A significant feature of the Symphony’s vision has always been its collaborative projects with other arts organizations. In recent years, the Symphony has also joined forces with the Louisiana Choral Foundation, Lake Charles Ballet Society, Lake Charles Civic Ballet, Dance Theatre Southwest, Lake Charles Little Theatre, and others to bring the best in musical entertainment to this community.
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The Lake Charles Symphony realized the importance of youth in the area from the beginning, and free concerts for children were given from the first season on. Financial support for the youth concerts came from the Junior League until 1968, when the Symphony Auxiliary assumed the project. The Symphony now sponsors a Concerto Competition for high school students and features the winners at its annual Family Concert each year in April. The youth concerts, begun by the League so many years ago, have evolved into the popular Free Family Concert held each spring. Today, the emphasis is on introducing classical music to children at a younger age in a positive family atmosphere. The Lake Charles Symphony’s Summer Pops series is extremely popular. The next in its series is a performance by Asleep at the Wheel at 7:30 p.m. Sat., July 16, at the Lake Charles Civic Center. The Summer Pops is a great introduction to the Lake Charles Symphony as the concerts feature nationally known guest artists and give the orchestra an
opportunity to perform light classics, Broadway tunes and popular music in an informal setting. “We want people to know that our Pops concerts are family friendly and we really hope that they will come and bring their children,” said Ashly Fruge, interim executive director of the Lake Charles Symphony. “It’s important that children are around music at a young age because that’s when their interest can be sparked and when they can really soak it all up.” Fruge said that plans are in the works to incorporate new things at future Pops concerts, including setting up stations where children can work on arts and crafts while at the events. She said the Symphony would also like to send children home from the concerts with some type of memento of their experience. For the “Asleep at the Wheel” concert, children will receive a small western-type toy such as a cowboy hat trinket. “We’re experiencing new things and reaching out to new groups of people,” Fruge said. “Our conductor will fit right in because he has so much enthusiasm, many great ideas, and the desire for young peo-
ple to be exposed to music. We’re excited that he’s joining us.” As the Symphony passes on the conductor’s baton to Rattay, it does so with the memories of the five men who previously held that baton and led the Symphony Orchestra before him. Those men are: B. Warren Signor, Dr. George Ruffin Marshall, Don Wilder, James MacInnes, and William Kushner, who held the position of conductor for more than 30 years. Ambassador for Classical Music Rattay is ready for his newest endeavor, especially the opportunity to find new ways to introduce music to children. An enthusiastic ambassador for classical music, Rattay is known for his innovative concert programs, which have incorporated everything from special audience discussions to the inclusion of multimedia elements. He’s also a frequent guest conductor of All-State and youth orchestras across the United States. In 1996, he joined the music faculty of Ball State University in Muncie, Ind. (“Did you know that was David Letterman’s school?” he asked) and since 2006, he has been music director of the Muncie Symphony Orchestra. He’s also in great demand as a guest
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conductor across the United States and Europe. Some of his recent engagements include the Virginia Symphony, West Michigan Symphony, Prague’s Dvorak Symphony Orchestra, and the Charleston (SC) Symphony. He has also conducted the National Symphony Orchestra as part of the National Conducting Institute and he was selected by the American Symphony Orchestra League to participate in its Conducting Fellowship Program. Rattay has also appeared in some of the finest orchestras in Europe including Prague’s Royal Symphony Orchestra, Russia’s St. Petersburg Academic Orchestra and the Moscow
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Chamber Orchestra, as well as the Parnu City Orchestra of Estonia. He holds degrees from the Prague Conservatory, Rice University and the Peabody Institute of Music, and names Gustav Meier, Larry Rachleff and Neeme Jarvi as his most influential teachers. He divides his time between the United States and Europe, always continuing his mission to find new ways to bring great music into people’s lives. Prague Holds Place in His Heart Rattay seems to find great joy in his love of music and is enthusiastic when talking about classical music and the life he’s crafted for himself that revolves around it. He’s also able to indulge his love of travel because he can do much of his work (the musical scoring, for instance) from anywhere in the country. And he gets back to Prague whenever he can. In fact, he just returned from a trip there to visit his baby niece, the newest
member of his brother’s family. He laughs when told that it’s been rumored he conducts in a pair of bright yellow shoes. “Oh, the shoes!” he said. “I wore my yellow sneakers for some photos we were shooting that were going to be used in a program. But when I’m actually conducting, I wear dress shoes and am very professional. I believe that when people go to the symphony, they are enjoying a very special night out. They get dressed up for that; so I am dressed up as well. It’s an experience for them and I want them to enjoy every possible minute of it.” Rattay’s enthusiasm for his craft, for music, and for life is contagious. “My feeling is that if you have the right situation and are surrounded by the right people, it doesn’t matter where you are or where you live; you could live on the moon and be happy!” On the topic of what he might say to those who may not have ever attended the symphony—
any symphony—he said, “Just try it! Some people may think of the symphony as stuffy or that it’s just for a select group of people. It’s for everyone and it’s there to be enjoyed! So, I think people should at least go to the symphony one time and check it out. Why not try it? You might love it!” For more information about the Lake Charles Symphony, call (337) 433-1611 or e-mail info@lcsymphony.org for tickets to upcoming concerts. Lisa Addison has been a writer for more than 30 years. She writes for local, regional and national publications. TJN
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I mean, I knew I would see some excellent soccer from some of the world’s best players. But I also knew the home fans would be extremely vocal and passionate and that, as fans of the American national team, we would be in the minority. I had heard all the stories about how American fans were harassed and taunted at international contests, even so-called friendly matches, across the globe. Heck, Gatorade even made a commercial once featuring video of the US soccer team’s foreign adventures with jeering fans and locker room ceilings quaking under the stomping feet of said fans.
The road is a tough place for American soccer and American soccer fans. Regardless, I had been attending sporting events in Houston all my life. How tough could a soccer match be? Well, for one thing, the Gold Cup semifinal doubleheader featured a match between Mexico and Honduras as well as the United States’ rematch against Panama. The fact that Houston is the third-largest Mexican ancestry community in the United States meant the game would serve as a de facto home game for Mexico. In addition, the soccer rivalry between the United States and Mexico has become one of the world’s fiercest.
The reasons why are myriad. In sports terms, the answer is that Mexico, like most Latin American countries and unlike the United States, embraced soccer decades ago and, as such, feels like it should dominate the United States in soccer the way the United States dominates in other endeavors. Meanwhile, the United States wants to prove that its soccer program is growing and can compete with the world’s best. Add in the current state of political affairs between the two countries and you get one heated rivalry. But, under the air-conditioned roof of Reliant Stadium, the Mexico-USA rivalry cooled, at least for one night.
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There was no taunting, no harassment from either side as the Mexicans focused their energies on the Honduran team and the Americans urged their team to avenge a groupstage loss to the Panamanians. Here’s about as heated as it got from our seats: One of the 20-something Mexican guys a row down from us held a simple, white poster board with pictures drawn on both sides. On one side: the multi-colored logo of Spanish television network TV Azteca. Evidently, the kid had planned on getting his face broadcast across the Spanish-speaking portion of North America. On the other side of the poster: a well-rendered drawing of the comic strip character Calvin peeing on both the Honduran team’s shield and the words “la migre.” La migre is Spanish slang roughly translating to “border patrol.” It’s easy to understand his sentiment but, beyond that, it provides a window into the differences between American and Mexican soccer fans. During the USA’s 1-0 win over Panama, the crowd stayed seated throughout much of the match, standing only to get a better look at action in the far corners of the pitch or during particularly exciting play. And the cheering released by the crowd after Clint Dempsey’s sliding second-half goal put the USA ahead was little more than a golf clap compared to the jet-engine roar let out by the Mexican faithful when, a full 30 minutes before the start of their game with Honduras, the first of the Mexican team’s trainers walked onto the field with a bulging sack of soccer balls meant for El Tri’s warm-up session. It was an amazing experience. During the match, any time a Mexican player (or a Honduran, for that matter) crossed midfield with the ball on the attack, the crowd rose and the nervous tension of the Mexican fans was palpable. Mexican fans obviously expected its team, ranked among the top-10 in the world, to easily handle the 44th ranked Hondurans but, as minute after scoreless minute dragged on, it seemed the Hondurans only got stronger while Mexico misfired on shots and sprayed errant passes across the pitch. And as Honduras got closer and closer to scoring a goal, the anxiety of the Mexican faithful grew deeper. It was then, sometime in the second half, when we decided to leave early. It was a tough decision, but, as the game progressed it became obvious that one of several things would happen that would either delay our trip back or put us in an awkward position: 1. Mexico would score late and, leavVolume 3 • Issue 8
ing after the game, we would be trying to maneuver through 70,000 jubilant home fans to reach the Interstate and home; 2. Honduras would score late and we would be surrounded by lots of angry Mexican fans; 3. Neither team would score late and the match would be sent to extra time with the game ending at nearly midnight and the tension ratcheted up about 500 notches. Option three won out and, as we passed through Baytown, Mexico finally scored in extra time to clinch a spot in the championship with their American rivals.
And I was happy. I wanted the rivalry to continue in the championship game (which Mexico eventually won, 4-2). I wanted what most American fans wanted, the chance for our team to prove itself against the best competition in North America. Sure the rivalry is deep and sometimes things get bitter and heated. But what kind of rivalry would that be? What benefit would that be to American or Mexican soccer? I came to Houston as a fan of the visiting team but, secretly, I had been a home fan, too.
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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Looking for a Great Summer Read? If you need a good book to sit with on a lazy summer day, here are three totally different recommendations. There’s something for almost everybody in the memoir Bull Canyon by Lin Pardey, who is very popular among readers of a nautical bent. Pardey and her spouse, Larry, lived on a boat for 11 years, sailing the world, but decided to live on land for a couple of years while
they built a larger and better boat. They rented an almost-inaccessible stone cottage in Bull Canyon, 60 miles southeast of Los Angeles. The house had been abandoned for eight years, except by rats and bees. So first, they had to make the place livable. Pardey writes about everyday life at home; hard times battling rattlesnakes, frogs, thieves, allergies, rain, wind, threats of fire, and a lack of electricity; and thoughtful
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topics such as Lin and Larry’s relationship, wondering whether to have children, and even whether to adopt a pet. The book reminded me of Under the Tuscan Sun as Lin and Larry mingled with the people nearby and as they struggled to fix up the old place, which had a personality of its own. This is a kind of reflective domestic adventure. It is also the story of a woman who discovers she can make a living as a writer — and a good writer, at that. Her phrasing is just smooth and easy to read: “I settled under the limbs of the diadora pine and swept my eyes around the homestead we’d repaired and built up together. As I sat there, I began to marvel at the flexible and strong partnership we’d formed, one that had been built piece by piece, then shaped slowly and carefully.” In the end, she and Larry went
back to the sea aboard their new boat: “I’d come to the canyon thinking I’d wanted … a home, a sense of belonging after years of being a foreigner. But I’d left knowing I am and always will be a foreigner wherever I live, for I am addicted to change. The challenge of new projects, the quest for new beginnings, is as necessary to me as food, as sleep.” It is a warm and wonderful book. For a light, funny read, it’s hard to beat Janet Evanovich, the top-selling female author in the country. Many of us consider the summer officially started when the new Stephanie Plum book comes out. And the latest, Smokin’ Seventeen, lives up to its name. Bounty hunter Stephanie admits she is “in love with two men,” and they’re both crazy about her. But they aren’t particularly anxious to be married, and neither is she. On the other hand, her family’s biological clock seems to be ticking on overtime, as her relatives push her to decide between her two men, and her mother adds to the confusion by fixing her up with the son of a friend. Meanwhile, cousin Vinnie’s bail bonds office has burned down, so the crew is operating out of a motor home while the office is being rebuilt. When the contractor brings in a backhoe, a body is found on the premises. Then another. Then more bodies turn up, and one has a message attached: “For Stephanie.” Oh, that can’t be good. Volume 3 • Issue 8
Steph has people practically lining up to kill her. Besides which, she thinks she’s seen a ghost, she loses at least one car, an old Italian woman has put a curse on her, and the criminals she’s contracted to go after are especially dangerous. Who are these scofflaws that Stephanie, Lula and the rest of the crew have to deal with? Well, one thinks he’s a vampire, one guy makes the mistake of insulting Lula, one owns a bear, and another keeps trying to run down Stephanie with a car. As always, there are plenty of laughs and a lot of food. Take a look at Lula’s idea of a balanced diet: “I’m gettin’ a chili dog, a kraut dog, and a barbecue dog … And I might get some curly cheese fries to round it out, so I get some extra vegetable and dairy.” Vinnie’s marketing plan, featuring pictures of Lula and Stephanie, had me almost falling out of the chair laughing. In Evanovich’s last few books, the author has had her characters cooking on low heat, but in this one, Stephanie and her men are all on full sizzle. All this, and a
cliffhanger ending. But we won’t have to wait as long this time: Explosive Eighteen comes out Nov. 22. Adult situations and language. For a more contemplative read, pick up Save Me, a complex novel of suspense by Lisa Scottoline. Rose McKenna’s daughter, Melly, is in the third grade. Melly has a
large birthmark on her cheek and has been teased very badly by other children because of it — so badly, in fact, that the family recently moved to a new town. Rose is the volunteer lunch mom for the day at Melly’s new school when there’s a sudden explosion, resulting in fire. Rose realizes
she may be able to save her own daughter, or she can save the other children, but probably not both. As a result of her split-second decision, she is condemned by the townspeople and the media, who blame her because people were killed and injured in the fire. She could even go to jail. The story has a good climax, plenty of tension, a heartpounding chase scene, and a really nice ending. This isn’t my favorite Scottoline book, but the author always makes me think, which I appreciate, and this one is perhaps her most cerebral. The recurring themes are judgment, ostracism and acceptance. As I read this one, I wished I were in a book club and could discuss the characters and plot points with other readers: Could this have happened? What decision would you have made? Would you react this way? Do you even like this woman? Copyright © 2011 by Mary Louise Ruehr. TJN
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crew. The first race is in Tokyo, and this is where Mater gets involved in the international spying going on. The good spies basically see Mater’s Blue Collar tow truck ignorance as a brilliant disguise, similar to Bill Murray’s character in the The Man Who Knew Too Little. The twists and turns of the plot take us to Paris and Italy (where we see the Popemobile riding in a-what?) The final race is in London. Through it all, we see Mater comically trying to help out his friend McQueen, which sometimes backfires. In one scene, Mater is mystified by the cultural differences in a simple trip to a Japanese restroom. (You didn’t know cars went to the restroom? That’s where they get their oil changed, etc.) Cars 2 is really a movie that the whole family can
enjoy. The story has enough plot, quick humor and car chases (what else?) to keep the older audience entertained while the kids will love the characters and sight gags. The music is perfect and there’s really so much going on with visual jokes that you’d almost need to see the movie twice to get them all. This is typical of Pixar. I was surprised at the amount of bullets and explosions in the movie, especially for an animated film, but no car really gets hurt. However, there’s plenty of automobile peril including a scene where Mater, Finn and Holly almost get crushed in the gears of the famous London clock, Big Bentley. But oil’s well that ends well. Enjoy. TJN
Cars 2 (Pixar 2011) I don’t see many animated movies, mainly because they all get to be the same after awhile. Sequels are usually warmed over entertainment geared for kiddie fans. This summer an exception is Cars 2 in 3D, a masterwork of art and an enjoyable film for the whole family. Did I say I don’t see many animated movies? In this case, I only vaguely remembered the first Cars, with its emphasis on vehicles watching other vehicles racing. In Cars 2, things are stepped up a little bit. The movie opens with an international spy op taking place somewhere out in the ocean. And yes, the characters, bad guys and good guys, are all cars, unless you include the boats and planes. The main ingredient in the spy caper is 007-type Aston Martin sports car. His name (all the cars have names) is Finn McMissile and he has an assistant Holly Shiftwell who is a female, brainy, and younger car. Let’s just assume from now on that all the characters I discuss are cars, since there aren’t any humans in the movie. Volume 3 • Issue 8
As a secret agent, Finn (voiced by Michael Caine) is totally competent and capable of doing all the things a great spy car can do. In the opening scene, he uses ropes, high wires, and bombs to infiltrate the bad spies’ ocean hideout. The animation is fast paced and jaw-dropping, and quickly pulls you in. After the opening, we jump to Radiator Springs, where all the characters from the first Cars movie reside. In particular, we find Tow Mater and Lightning McQueen, voiced and characterized respectively by Larry the Cable Guy and Owen Wilson. In this sequel, Mater is the center of attention. He’s sort of a cross between Gomer Pyle and Slim Pickens. Mater is dumber than a stick, but has a big heart. McQueen is a successful race car and his best friend. McQueen gets into an International Grand Prix race and brings Mater along as part of his pit JULY 14, 2011
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DRESSING A GIRL AROUND THE WORLD WORKSHOP Imagine a world where every little girl owned at least one dress! Needy little girls are being blessed all over the world by caring people such as Tricia Bruns, outreach coordinator for Hope 4 Women International. Along with children, family members and friends of Church of The King, employees from the Kohl’s for Kids program and other community members give their time the last Saturday of every month to sew special dresses and prayer dolls for the less fortunate. Amazingly, teams from Church of the King will hand-carry around 400 dresses and prayer dolls to the girls in El Salvador in November! Great job, my friends!
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Tonya Barry and Spring Guillory
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73RD ANNUAL SWLA DEEP SEA FISHING RODEO Back in the boat this year were those “Eat…Sleep…Go Fishing” die-hard fishermen--and ladies--out for the “Big One!” Headquartered at the Southwest Louisiana Fishing Club’s clubhouse, participants and friends gathered around the weigh station for tasty food and drinks while cheering on the big and little catches on the final day! Dozens of winners brought home prizes for their catches, including Scott Cloud earning the title of Outstanding Offshore Angler, while aboard the Top Boat, The Eraser, Aaron Stark laid claim to most unusual catch. For those of you with more frustrating tales, better luck next year! Mona and Katelyn Morris PAGE 34
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MIKE WHITE PBR INVITATIONAL The Burton Coliseum was where the boot, scoot and boogie bull riding action was happening by some of the most promising rising stars of the PBR, facing off against those whipping, kicking, fast ferocious bulls. No bull here, those clowns are lifesavers and know how to get’er done in a hurry. If you stuck around for those crazy card-playing fans in the middle of the arena with a bull, you witnessed some hilarious scrambling for their lives! Fan favorites Mike White and Chris Shivers were available for autographs and vendors offered memorable souvenirs and irresistible, finger-lickin' good food! Thumbs up to an event of fabulous family fun! Averie and Sabrina Hieronymus
Tammy Welch, Devin Miller and Titus Tidwell
Caleb and Caden Leger
Corey and Jessica Trammel
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RED, WHITE, BLUE AND YOU FESTIVAL Crowds of people showed their patriotism as they waved their complimentary flags on the grounds of the Lake Charles Civic Center Pavilion. Taking the stage to sing the Star Spangled Banner was gifted Jade Giovanni, along with familiar patriotic tunes played by the Westlake High School Jazz Band. Also featured was a sing-a-long and a salute to the U.S. Armed Forces performed by the Lake Charles Community Band. Food and beverages provided by several Lake Area businesses added flavor to this spectacular event. Last but not least, the sizzling firework extravaganza was on the top of the charts for lighting up the sky this Fourth of July!
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ICM’S SUMMER FILM SERIES Once again, it’s time for the Imperial Calcasieu Museum’s annual Summer Film Series, so mark your calendars for every Thursday evening in July and August 11 at 6:30 p.m.! Each film is handpicked by a local film buff who will lead a discussion following the viewing. Tickets are free for museum members or available at the door for $4. There will be wine and snacks for sale at a minimal price. This is a great way to beat the heat and meet new friends while enjoying a unique film. • Defending Your Life (1991) July 14 - 6:30 p.m Hosted by Lauren & Phil de Albuquerque Albert Brooks wrote, directed, and stars in this philosophical comedy about a man having a hard time making a case for himself in the afterlife. Daniel Miller finds himself in a fatal car crash and is whisked away to Judgment City, where the recently dead are put on trial to defend their lives. Meryl Streep plays Julia, whose seemingly perfect life on Earth makes Daniel more embarrassed about his own. • Citizen Kane (1941) July 21 - 6:30 p.m. - Hosted by Bill Shearman Orson Welles’ first feature film proved to be his most important and influential work. A groundbreaking drama loosely based on the life of William Randolph Hearst. Frequently cited as the finest American film ever made! • What Dreams May Come (1998) July 28 - 6:30 p.m. - Hosted by James Whelan
Based on the 1978 metaphysical novel by science fiction and horror author Richard Matheson, this romantic fantasy-drama won an Oscar for its expensive and impressive visual vistas depicting an imaginative afterlife. What happens to us after we die? Chris Nielsen had no idea, until an accident cut his life short, separating him from his beloved wife, Annie. Now Chris must discover the true nature of life after death. But even Heaven is not complete without Annie, and when tragedy threatens to divide them forever, Chris risks his very soul to save Annie from an eternity of despair. JULIO IGLESIAS JULY 15 See romantic Latin singer Julio Iglesias at L’Auberge du Lac Event Center on Fri., July 15. Doors open at 7:30 p.m., show begins at 8:30. Tickets are $60-$45 and are available at Ticketmaster at 474-4900, www.ticketmaster.com and by calling L’Auberge at 395-7569. ‘AS FAR AS THE EYE CAN SEE’ AT 1911 CITY HALL STARTING JULY 15 “As Far As The Eye Can See” will be on exhibit at the 1911 Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center at 1001 Ryan Street from July 15 through Sept. 17. Artist Lisa Reinauer will host an opening reception Fri., July 15 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. The public is invited, all ages are welcome and refreshments will be served. The exhibit is composed of a body of images based upon the Southwest Louisiana landscape. Lisa Reinauer is a professor of art at McNeese State University and has taught in the Department of Visual Arts for over 20 years. Historic City Hall Arts and Cultural Center is open Mon.- Fri., 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sat., 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. Admission is free, but donations are gladly accepted. For more information, call 491-9147 or visit www.cityoflakecharles.com. ‘LIGHT: FROM DAWN TO DUSK’ AT ART ASSOCIATES GALLERY EXHIBIT JULY 15-30. Art Associates Gallery is proud to present “Light: From Dawn to Dusk,” a collection of photographs by Brenda LaFleur which focuses on the permeating nature of light in photography as well as in the natural world. Left: “Light: From Dawn to Dusk” by Brenda LaFleur; Top: Ellender Bridge; Bottom: 1911 City Hall
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A reception of the exhibit will be held on Fri., July 15 in the gallery from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The exhibit opened at the beginning of the month and will run through July 30. Art Associates Gallery is located on the second floor at Central School Arts & Humanities Center at 809 Kirby Street in Lake Charles. For more information about LaFleur’s work or the exhibit, call (337) 794-6301 or visit www.brendalafleur.com. CHRISTMAS IN JULY PET RESCUE FUNDRAISER JULY 16 What better way to enjoy the summer than doing a little Christmas shopping? The second annual LAPAW Rescue and TNR Group’s “Christmas in July” Shopping Extravaganza will be held from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sat., July 16 at Trinity Lutheran Church, Maplewood Dr. and Post Oak Rd., Sulphur. The event is free and open to the public. Select gifts from Pampered Chef, Avon, Scentsy Candles, Discovery Toys and many more. People and dog treats will be available. For information and booth applications, call (316) 761-6158 or woofstockswla@bellsouth.net. LAPAW Rescue and TNR volunteers work to provide a second chance for homeless cats and pets. Over 1,700 cats and dogs have been placed in adoptive homes in the last five years. For more information, visit www.lapaw.org. STARK MUSEUM’S POWERFUL PORTRAITS FAMILY DAY JULY 16 The Stark Museum of Art, in Orange, Texas, invites families to Powerful Portraits Family Day on Sat., July 16, between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Admission is free and all ages are welcome. Family Day will highlight portraits from the Stark collection. Children can search for clues during a scavenger hunt in the galleries and win a prize. Families will have the opportunity to try hands-on art activities and enjoy compli-
mentary refreshments. A highlight will be a photo booth where families can pose for pictures, with props and costumes on hand to inspire creative portrait-making. Located at 712 Green Avenue in Orange, Texas, the Stark Museum of Art is open to the public Tues.Sat. from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Admission is free. For more information, call (409) 886-ARTS (2787) or visit www.starkmuseum.org/. FOR COLORED GIRLS… AT CENTRAL SCHOOL JULY 16 Tickets are on sale for Gabriel Brown’s Urban Soul Theatre Company’s production of For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide, When the Rainbow is Enough, set for Sat., July 16 at 7:30 p.m. at Central School Arts and Performing Center in Lake Charles. Doors open at 6 p.m. General admission tickets are $20 at the Civic Center Box Office or by calling 660-7899 or 802-8226. Donate a new, unused school supply item and get $5 off the ticket price; one item per ticket. SUMMER POPS JULY 16 The Lake Charles Symphony’s Summer Pops concert will be held Sat., July 1 at the Lake Charles Civic Center Coliseum at 7:30 p.m. This year’s artist is Grammy Award-winning C&W band Asleep at the Wheel. Reserved Seating at tables of eight are $40 each or $300 for a table. Table seating is by reservation only. General admission seating is $15 at the Civic Center Box Office, Symphony Box office or at the door. Call 433-1611 for more information.
Monday - Saturday, 7am - 3pm No construction here – just a lot of coffee, conversation and more!
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CTC’S SHAKESPEARE WORKSHOP JULY 18-22 The Children’s Theatre Company presents a theatre workshop that teaches children the language and ideas of William Shakespeare. Students perform excerpts from some of Shakespeare’s most popular plays while experiencing the technical aspects of lighting, set designs and creating costumes. The workshop concludes with a free public performance starring all of the students. The workshop, open to boys and girls 5-18, will be held on July 18 - 22 and costs $85. No experience necessary. All workshops have limited enrollment and are held at Central School of the Arts & Humanities Center (809 Kirby Street). For registration information, contact the theatre at 433-7323 or visit www.childrenstheatre.cc.
L’Auberge du Lac Casino Unveils Market Leading Poker Room
UNREDEEMING MOVIE NIGHT JULY 22 The Arts and Humanities Council of Southwest Louisiana and Fusion Five are coming together again to present the second installation of the Unredeeming Movie Night at Central School. Each movie night screens a cult classic movie that focuses on the unredeeming and frivolous humor in us all. Pull out the polyester because on Fri., July 22, the 2004 hit Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy will be featured at 7 p.m. in the Central School Theater. Parental discretion is advised. Admission is a $5 donation, and concessions and wine will be sold. Central School is located at 809 Kirby Street in Lake Charles. For more information, call the Arts Council at (337) 439-2787. AD & PRESS CLUB’S GRIDIRON SHOW JULY 23 Head to the Lake Charles Civic Center on July 23 for the Ad & Press Club’s annual Gridiron Show! Tickets are $60 per person and $400 for a table of eight. Sponsorship levels are available; ticket deadline is July 20. For more information, call voicemail hotline at 583-4766 or e-mail gridironshow@yahoo.com. VOLUNTEER CENTER FUNDRAISER JULY 30 The Volunteer Center of Southwest Louisiana, Inc. is excited to announce the creation of their new annual casino night-themed fundraiser, Casino Royale set for Sat., July 30 from 7– 11 p.m. at Reeves Uptown Catering in Lake Charles. The event will feature blackjack, roulette, poker and craps, along with a live auction, food and music. Tickets are $50 per person and sponsorship opportunities are available. All proceeds benefit the Volunteer Center. Anyone interested in sponsoring the fundraiser or purchasing tickets can call Ms. McCormick at 337-513-4616. ‘IMPRESSIONS OF LAKE CHARLES’ THROUGH AUG. 1 A stash of very old photographs inspired a new series of paintings by artist Tony Forrest depicting a bygone Lake Charles. The photographs are from the David H. Levingston collection, a photojournalist who meticulously covered life and times of South Louisiana and East Texas in the early 1900s. The original negatives were stored by granddaughter Charlotte Levingston Metcalf and are now archived and exhibited by Jeanne Levingston Owens. Tony Forrest realized the historic value and sentimental appeal of the vintage photos and metamorphosed them into brilliant color impressionist scenes of sweeter, simpler, yet harder times. “Impressions of Lake Charles: the Early Years” series is presented by Associated Louisiana Artists (ALA) at the newly renovated Gallery by the Lake at 106 Pryce Street. The show runs through Aug. 1. For more information, call 436-1008 or go to ALA’s Facebook page. TJN
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L’Auberge du Lac Casino Resort recently unveiled a new Poker Room that will give Southwest Louisiana a market-leading experience for poker players. The new room is now open for play. The 2,100 square foot Poker Room features six tables in the main room and one table in a semi-private high stakes room in addition to the following luxurious amenities: • Non-smoking atmosphere • Personal text message notifications for waiting lists • Dedicated sound system • Personalized cocktail service • Tableside food service • Massage service available • 13 large flat screen TV’s • $100,000 Bad Beat jackpot “The premier gambling joint in the region just got better,” said Senior Vice President and General Manager Geno Iafrate. “Our guests have been requesting a poker room
since we opened in 2005 and we are delivering a product that offers a truly superior poker experience with unmatched amenities in Louisiana. We are excited for our customers to see and experience the exciting action, personalized service and luxurious amenities.” The Poker Room is open 24hours a day. Limit Hold ‘Em, No Limit Hold ‘Em, Limit Omaha High/Low and Pot Limit Omaha are all offered and seven other games can be spread. Optional bets offered include straddle, double straddle, button straddle, buy the button and kill pots. No tournaments are planned at this time. The Poker Room will be managed by industry veteran Roger Russell. L’Auberge will utilize the Genesis Bravo System for rating poker play; guests are encouraged to present their mychoice player’s club cards to earn comps and special offers. TJN JULY 14, 2011
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WEDNESDAY, JULY 13 • Alvin Touchet @ OB’s Bar & Grill, 7 p.m. • Bobcat @ Luna Bar & Grill, 8 p.m. THURSDAY, JULY 14 • The Hotel Cazin Band @ DI’s Cajun Food & Music, Basile, 6:30 p.m. • Chris Miller & Bayou Roots @ Mikko, Coushatta Casino, Kinder, 7 p.m. • Blackbird @ Caribbean Cove, Isle of Capri Casino, Westlake, 8 p.m. • Five For Fighting @ Party by the Pool, L’Auberge du Lac Casino, 8:30 p.m. • DJ Cage @ Jack Daniels Bar & Grill, L’Auberge du Lac, 10 p.m. FRIDAY, JULY 15 • City Heat @ Caribbean Cove, Isle of Capri Casino, Westlake, 6 p.m. • Felton LeJeune & The Cajun Cowboys @ DI’s Cajun Food & Music, Basile, 6:30 p.m. • Wayne Toups @ Yesterday’s, 7 p.m. • Chris Gray @ Mikko, Coushatta Casino, Kinder, 7 p.m. • Paul Gonsoulin @ Huddle Up Sports Bar & Grill, 8 p.m. • Brad Brinkley & Comfort Zone @ Handlebars, Sulphur, 8 p.m. • Leon Chavis @ Gator Lounge, Delta Downs, Vinton, 8 p.m.
• Julio Iglesias @ L’Auberge Event Center, L’Auberge du Lac Casino, 8:30 p.m. • Dash Rip Rock @ The Porch, 9 p.m. • David Locklear @ The Cigar Club, 9 p.m. • Luv Sexy @ Jack Daniels Bar & Grill, L’Auberge du Lac, 10 p.m. • Brandon Ledet & Creole Touch @ Caribbean Cove, Isle of Capri Casino, Westlake, 11 p.m. SATURDAY, JULY 16 • Coal Train @ Caribbean Cove, Isle of Capri Casino, Westlake, 6 p.m. • Al Roger & Louisiana Pride @ DI’s Cajun Food & Music, Basile, 6:30 p.m. • Brandon Foret Band @ Yesterday’s, 7 p.m. • Chris Gray @ Mikko, Coushatta Casino, Kinder, 7 p.m. • Asleep at the Wheel @ Lake Charles Civic Center, 7:30 p.m. • DJ Ashley @ Handlebars, Sulphur, 8 p.m. • Matthew Moss @ The Cigar Club, 8 p.m. • Leon Chavis @ Gator Lounge, Delta Downs, Vinton, 8 p.m. • Meriwether/Framing the Red @ Luna Bar & Grill, 9 p.m. • Luv Sexy @ Jack Daniels Bar & Grill, L’Auberge du Lac, 10 p.m. • Bernie Alan @ Caribbean Cove, Isle of Capri Casino, Westlake, 11 p.m.
SUNDAY, JULY 17 • Foret Tradition Band @ Yesterday’s, 5 p.m. MONDAY, JULY 18 • Paul Gonsoulin @ Micci’s, 9 p.m. WEDNESDAY, JULY 20 • Alvin Touchet @ OB’s Bar & Grill, 7 p.m. • Brad Broussard @ Huddle Up Sports Bar & Grill, 8 p.m. • Paul Gonsoulin @ Luna Bar & Grill, 8 p.m. • Eric Lindell @ The Porch, 9 p.m. THURSDAY, JULY 21 • T-Joe Romero @ DI’s Cajun Food & Music, Basile, 6:30 p.m. • Muzic Unlimited @ Mikko, Coushatta Casino, Kinder, 7 p.m. • Karaoke Thursday @ Huddle Up Sports Bar & Grill, 8 p.m. • Cold Sweat @ Caribbean Cove, Isle of Capri Casino, Westlake, 8 p.m. • G-Love & Special Sauce @ Party by the Pool, L’Auberge du Lac Casino, 8:30 p.m. • DJ Cage @ Jack Daniels Bar & Grill, L’Auberge du Lac, 10 p.m. FRIDAY, JULY 22 • Briggs Brown & The Bayou Cajuns @ DI’s Cajun Food & Music, Basile, 6:30 p.m. • Joel Martin Project @ Yesterday’s, 7 p.m. • Karma @ Mikko, Coushatta Casino, Kinder, 7 p.m.
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Armoire New Orleans Trunk Show July 16-17
• T.D. McMurry @ Huddle Up Sports Bar & Grill, 8 p.m. • Pookie Marceaux @ Gator Lounge, Delta Downs, Vinton, 8 p.m. • Dustin Ray @ Club 1Sixty5, Coushatta Casino, Kinder, 8 p.m. • Bobcat @ The Porch, 9 p.m. • Vince Vance & The Louisiana Legends @ Caribbean Cove, Isle of Capri Casino, Westlake, 9 p.m. • Chris LeBlanc Band @ Jack Daniels Bar & Grill, L’Auberge du Lac, 10 p.m. SATURDAY, JULY 23 • Lesa Cormier & The Sundown Playboys @ Pappy’s, Moss Bluff, 6:30 p.m. • Mack Manuel & The Lake Charles Ramblers @ DI’s Cajun Food & Music, Basile, 6:30 p.m. • Geno Delafosse & French Rockin Boogie @ Yesterday’s, 7 p.m. • Karma @ Mikko, Coushatta Casino, Kinder, 7 p.m. • Brad Brinkley @ Huddle Up Sports Bar & Grill, 8 p.m. • Pookie Marceaux @ Gator Lounge, Delta Downs, Vinton, 8 p.m. • Dustin Ray @ Club 1Sixty5, Coushatta Casino, Kinder, 8 p.m. • Vince Vance & The Louisiana Legends @ Caribbean Cove, Isle of Capri Casino, Westlake, 9 p.m. • Chris LeBlanc Band @ Jack Daniels Bar & Grill, L’Auberge du Lac, 10 p.m. SUNDAY, JULY 24 • Texaco Country Showdown @ Yesterday’s, 5 p.m. WEDNESDAY, JULY 27 • Alvin Touchet @ OB’s Bar & Grill, 7 p.m. • Brad Broussard @ Huddle Up Sports Bar & Grill, 8 p.m. • Paul Gonsoulin @ The Cigar Club, 9 p.m. THURSDAY, JULY 28 • August Broussard @ DI’s Cajun Food & Music, Basile, 6:30 p.m. • Chris Miller & Bayou Roots @ Mikko, Coushatta Casino, Kinder, 7 p.m. • Karaoke Thursday @ Huddle Up Sports Bar & Grill, 8 p.m. • Twangsters Union @ Caribbean Cove, Isle of Capri Casino, Westlake, 8 p.m. • Ed Kowalczyk @ Party by the Pool, L’Auberge du Lac Casino, 8:30 p.m. • DJ Cage @ Jack Daniels Bar & Grill, L’Auberge du Lac, 10 p.m. TJN
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Armoire New Orleans is coming to Lake Charles! Specializing in fun fashions for the woman on a budget, our clothing comes in sizes 0-20, and are priced from $5-$100, with styles for women of all ages.
Come to our trunk show on Sat. and Sun., July 16 – 17 from 2-6:30 p.m. at 720 Kirby St. in downtown Lake Charles. Check out all the great styles with great prices. Feel free to bring and tell your friends. And look for us on Facebook! TJN
MONDAY NIGHTS: Abita Beer Night
WEDNESDAY NIGHTS: Mondo Martini Night
THURSDAY NIGHTS: Be Well Night
NEW KITCHEN HOURS: Mon. - Tues. 11 am - 10 pm Wed. - Sat.11 am - 11 pm Closed Sunday
LUNA GOODS ON SALE: Luna Classic Tee $15 Luna Guitar Tee $15 Luna Ball Cap $15 Luna Dressings $6 (16oz.) Citrus Vinaigrette Balsamic Vinaigrette Raspberry Vinaigrette Cosmic
Fri., July 15 @ 9 pm FRESH NECTAR Sat., July 16 @ 9 pm JEN KOBER COMEDY SHOW Thurs., July 21 @ 9 pm CAJUN HELL DOCUMENTARY FUND RAISER W/ LOCHNESS MOBSTERS Fri., July 22 @ 9 pm WHISKEY OF THE DAMNED
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tening to the old ones, which arouse certain memories for them. TJN: Will the Numero 1 album be available soon? JI: Yes, the album will be available in the near future. As soon as the exact date is set, we’ll announce it. TJN: You’ve recently married your long-time partner. Why now? Do you feel differently about your relationship, now that you’re married? JI: Miranda and I married last year, after a 20-year relationship
and five children, but we’ve been feeling we were married for many years, which is why there was no reason to rush. We thought last year was the perfect moment; our children had grown up enough to understand the significance of the moment, and we were so excited to share our joy with them. The most moving moment was seeing them so happy. TJN: Are you leaving your legacy in good hands with your son Enrique? Do more of your children
show signs of musical or other artistic talents? JI: I am very proud of Enrique; he is a champion, a singer who has proved his talent by himself, and he’s a hard-working, ambitious person. Life has been very generous to me and has given me eight wonderful children. I am not sure, for the moment, if any of my little kids will follow an artistic career, but what I can say for sure is that they love music. Once, on Christmas, they and their cousins set up a
band, started to play the guitar, the drums and invited me to perform. We had so much fun. TJN: Is there music you listen to for pleasure, which we’d be surprised to learn about? JI: When I am home, with my kids, I automatically listen to the music they like, on TV, on the Internet. So, I am quite up to date with the singers of their generation.
TJN
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