Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Visitor Guide: Jan - March 2018 by Visit Lake Charles

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WELCOME TO LAKE CHARLES/ Southwest Louisiana

ere in Southwest Louisiana, we take time to enjoy life, food, music and good company. Sometimes, we like to describe the area as a place where Cajuns, cowboys and the coast come together, and it creates an eclectic and relaxing atmosphere. Be sure to visit our attractions, museums, galleries, and experience culinary delights from Cajun food in locally owned restaurants with recipes that have been in families for centuries and the Southwest Louisiana Boudin Trail. Horse racing action, casino entertainment and live music are available throughout the year. If the outdoors is more your speed, you can enjoy adventures along the Creole Nature Trail All-American Road. Stop by the convention & visitors bureau, 1205 N. Lakeshore Drive, and visit with our friendly staff while you grab a cup of coffee to learn more. Check us out online at www.visitlakecharles.org or call 337-436-9588.

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veryone likes to take photos of the area whenever traveling. And, let’s face it, “selfies” are fun too! Our social media team in Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana loves to hear from people who are experiencing the best of what the area has to offer from food, the great outdoors to cultural excursions. If you see something unique, snap a picture and use #visitlakecharles to tag the photo. You can also write to us to share your experience, and we may be able to feature it on our blog to encourage others to visit the places you visited! Log on to our website, VisitLakeCharles.org/snap for a list of cool places to take pictures and to learn how to share your story. Connect with us on Facebook at Facebook.com/LakeCharlesCVB, on Twitter @LakeCharlesCVB or other platforms. @coachbeeson

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TREAT YOURSELF TO SOMETHING ESQUISITE IN 2018 Lake Area Casino Resorts

T Golden Nugget Lake Charles

L’Auberge Casino Resort

Isle of Capri Casino Hotel

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he New Year is always a clean slate, and it’s time to celebrate a year of possibilities. The casino resorts of the Lake Charles area know how to help everyone start the year off right with incredible experiences for entertainment and music, getting pampered in a spa, hitting the golf greens or tasting handcrafted cocktail or delicious culinary creation. The Golden Nugget opens 2018 in style with many events, musical acts and entertainers lined up for guests to experience. The $100,000 Riches & Resolutions promotion kicks off the New Year on Jan. 1; and Brian McKnight entertains crowds on Jan. 5; Village People Live Band on Jan. 6, Daughtry on Jan. 13, STYX on Jan. 19; and Legacy Fighting Alliance 32 on Jan. 26 and Oak Ridge Boys on Jan. 27. In February, Larry the Cable Guy entertains on Feb. 2; Easton Corbin takes the stage on Feb. 9; Terry Fator on Feb. 10; KC & the Sunshine Band on Feb. 16; Tracy Lawrence on Feb. 17. The March line up includes Jerry Jeff Walker on March 16, Kansas on March 17, Michael Bolton on March 23 and Smash Mouth/Spin Doctors on March 31. Starting the New Year off at L’Auberge, you can cozy up next to the fireplace at Ember to listen to piano music, dance to music inside Jack Daniel’s® Bar & Grill, or enjoy an array of restaurants and amenities such as Spa du LacSM. The property is filled with culinary delicacies to enjoy, and you can also try out a handcrafted

cocktail at The L Bar, which also features regional craft beers, fine wine and musical entertainment. It’s the perfect place to visit with friends over drinks. The thundering excitement of live Thoroughbred racing continues through March 10 at Delta Downs Racetrack Casino & Hotel. You can always enjoy the thrill of the gaming floor or a stay in one of the luxurious new rooms. You also will not want to miss out on the delectable dishes found at Rosewater Grill & Tavern or the Lookout Restaurant. From blues to country to Zydeco and beyond, great music of all genres graces the stage at the Gator Lounge, a stylish bar that provides guests with a regular schedule of free entertainment from a fabulous roster of the best local and regional acts. The Isle of Capri, along the shores of Lake Charles, is the perfect oasis to kick back and listen to music, dance the night away or enjoy delectable dining selections. Otis & Henry’s Bar & Grill combines the comfort of a neighborhood bar & grill with the favorites of a steakhouse. The Farmer’s Pick Buffet partners with local farmers to bring the freshest flavors to every dish, or you can taste from Asian or American flavors at the Lone Wolf Express. Entertainment includes live music in the Lone Wolf Lounge Thursdays-Saturdays. Visit the Isle’s website for complete listing of our exciting line up. For more information and links to all the casinos’ websites, log onto www.visitlakecharles.org/gaming.

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TRADITIONAL LOUISIANA

SEAFOOD & STEAK

1500 Siebarth Dr • Lake Charles, LA 70615 • 337-439-6618

Monday -Thursday 11am-9:30 pm | Friday - Saturday 11am-10 pm | Sunday 11am-4 pm

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WHERE TO EAT BAR-B-QUE PIT STOP

2400 Westwood Rd, Westlake, Mon-Fri 10am-2pm, Sat & Sun Closed • So, how's this for variety? Pecan smoked meats including boudin & hamburgers, plate lunches, homemade sides, and sandwiches of all barbecue meats. Oh, and let's not forget dessert! Homemade peach cobbler.

DELTA DOWNS RACETRACK CASINO & HOTEL

2717 Delta Downs Drive, Vinton (800) 589-7441, www.deltadowns.com DELTA DOWNS: THE LOOKOUT RESTAURANT

Visit deltadowns.com for more info. Formal dining in a casual atmosphere, with a beautiful view of the racetrack. Enjoy the BLUE DOG CAFE finest steaks and seafood, and an extensive 609 Ryan St, Lake Charles, Mon-Fri 11am-2pm domestic wine lint. A fine dining restaurant / 5p-9p*, Sat 11am-2pm / 5pm-10pm, Sun with banquet capabilities. Open 5:00pm – 10:30am - 2pm, *Happy hour Mon-Fri 2-7, w/ 10:00pm, Wednesday – Saturday, during live limited menu in bar 2-5 •The Blue Dog Cafe is a famous restaurant serving Cajun cuisine, racing beginning April 22. Louisiana fusion, steaks and seafood DELTA DOWNS: THE TRIPLE amidst a private collection of artworks by CROWN BUFFET renowned artist George Rodrigue. Visit deltadowns.com for more info. THE BOILING POINT The buffet features a 35-ft cooking station 1730 Beglis Pkwy, Sulphur, LA 70663 where you can enjoy grilled steaks, broiled fish and more, cooked to order before your (337) 625-9282, Open Mon-Fri 6am-9pm, very eyes. There are fresh salads, awardSat 10am-10pm, Closed Sun • Specializes in traditional Cajun cuisine. The Boiling Point winning gumbos and a spectacular dessert provides delicious Cajun cooking & seafood station. And on Sunday, enjoy brunch with made-to-order omelettes and all your served up with a smile. The menu includes breakfast favorites. A full-service, family fresh seafood, seafood dinners, boiled restaurant. crawfish & homemade boudin.

ways to eat a spud at Potato Depot, or try a delicious flamed-grilled burger from Grillers. Enjoy a steaming or iced cup of coffee, try Caffe Siena. Whatever ignites your senses, you’ll be screaming for more. DELTA DOWNS: ROSEWATER GRILL &TAVERN

Visit deltadowns.com for more info. Life is absolutely delicious – especially in the Rosewater Grill & Tavern, the newest of Delta Down’s culinary delights. Sumptuous steaks, seafood, and desserts are just a taste of what awaits. Open 5pm – 9pm, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays, and 4pm – 11pm, Fridays and Saturdays. GOLDEN NUGGET LAKE CHARLES

2550 Golden Nugget Boulevard, Lake Charles, (337) 508-7777, www.goldennugget.com/lakecharles

GOLDEN NUGGET: BLUE MARTINI

www.goldennugget.com/lakecharles The premier martini lounge. Our stunning décor and high energy feel provides our guests with an unsurpassed experience. Enjoy our Tapas food menu. The perfect complement to our fine wine and spirits selection. GOLDEN NUGGET: CADILLAC MEXICAN KITCHEN & TEQUILA BAR

www.goldennugget.com/lakecharles Offering an incredible breakfast,delicious tapas and signature items that include favorites, such as carnitas guadalajara, fajitas, tacos al carbon, the cadillac mexicana burger, and of course, enchiladas! Make sure to leave room for dessert and enjoy the delectable sopapillas or tres leches. GOLDEN NUGGET: CLAIM JUMPER

www.goldennugget.com/lakecharles The menu features a medley of homemade dishes including burgers, sandwiches, freshbaked pot pie, specialty salads, pasta, baby www.goldennugget.com/lakecharles back pork ribs, seafood, Certified Angus Home of the biggest standalone burger restaurant in the country, Bill’s Bar & Burger Beef® steaks and much more. All dressings, sauces, and desserts are made in house daily is your one-stop shop for classic American including our tempting Six-Layer Chocolate fare. With locations in New York City and DELTA DOWNS: FOOD COURT COYOTE BLUES Motherlode cake, featured as one of Pittsburgh and now a brand new location Visit deltadowns.com for more info. 3624 Ryan St, Lake Charles; (337) 502-5131, America’s "Top 5 Most Decadent Desserts" on our private Golden Nugget beach, Bill’s Mon-Thurs 11am-10pm, Fri-Sat 11am-11pm, It’s time to let your taste buds run wild! on the Food Network. Our legendary provides a welcoming and low key space Sun 11am-9pm • Using the freshest ingredients, Try any of the 5 restaurants in the Delta breakfast is just as impressive. Call to place for guests to enjoy good company, sports we handcraft food that is Mexican, but add Downs’ Food Court. Select southern-style our own unique and flavorful spin. It is a place breakfasts and fried seafood baskets at the games, great food and our extensive list of a to-go order for pickup or have it delivered directly to your room. $6 House Margaritas where you are always welcome and where Down Home Diner, dine on Texas-style BBQ local and craft beers. & $6 House Bloody Marys all day, every day. friends become family. at Boyd Barbecue, experience a variety of GOLDEN NUGGET: BILL'S BAR & BURGER OF NEW YORK

Now with 2 Locations to Better Serve You! Cajun Boudin at Its Best!

Hollier s

CAJUN KITCHEN

1709 Ruth St, Sulphur LA • 337-527-0061

3 Blocks North of I-10, Exit 20 (Bus & RV Parking) Open Monday - Saturday 7am - 9pm Lunch Buffet Monday - Saturday 11am - 2pm and a Seafood Buffet 5pm - 9pm

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CAJUN DINER

303 S Cities Service Hwy, Sulphur LA • 337-533-2234 1/4 Mile North of I-10, Exit 23

Open Mon - Sat 7am - 9pm

Hollier’s Cajun Kitchen continues to serve the best marinated steaks and seafood. Well known for Wednesday’s BBQ lunch which is referred to as BMW (Big Meat Wednesday). It’s all you can eat chicken, sausage, pork steak, pork ribs, rice dressing, beans, and potato salad. We also offer deer processing and a variety of specialty items including boudin, sausage, tasso, Andouille, hog head cheese, jambalaya, cracklins, crawﬁsh boudin, stuffed pork loins; pork tenderloin stuffed with jalapeño and cream cheese wrapped in applewood bacon; boneless stuffed chickens; and chicken poppers (boneless chicken thigh wrapped in bacon) and a variety of seasonings. Major Credit Cards Accepted. 8

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For a complete list of places to eat, go to www.visitlakecharles.org. WHERE T GOLDEN NUGGET: CLAIM JUMPER GRILLE

www.goldennugget.com/lakecharles In a hurry? Make a quick stop at the Claim Jumper Grille for breakfast, fresh salads, homemade soups, burgers, sandwiches and more. GOLDEN NUGGET: THE CHART HOUSE

www.goldennugget.com/lakecharles Bask in the sights of Golden Nugget’s picturesque golf course while enjoying an award winning menu, exceptional service and incredible happy hour. Fine dining, seafood and steaks featuring Chart House favorites such as Wicked Tuna, Mac Nut Mahi, Slow Roasted Prime Rib, variety of Gumbo and famous original Hot Chocolate Lava Cake. Lush outdoor patio, roaring fire pits, full service bar featuring extensive wine, beer and liquor selections, as well as premium cigar list. GOLDEN NUGGET: GROTTO

at the first location in Lafayette, Louisiana to present day, Landry’s Seafood delivers you the finest taste of Gulf seafood, with authentic recipes, generous helpings and our Bon Temps South Louisiana hospitality. Sample our world-famous gumbos made with dark brown roux, fresh fish and shrimp, oysters shucked to order and more. GOLDEN NUGGET: LILLIE’S ASIAN CUISINE

www.goldennugget.com/lakecharles Lillie’s Asian Cuisine offers traditional and modern Chinese and Japanese cuisine including sushi, traditional noodle dishes and more all in a chic, contemporary ambiance. GOLDEN NUGGET: SALTGRASS STEAK HOUSE

www.goldennugget.com/lakecharles An award-winning steakhouse famous for serving Certified Angus Beef® steaks, known for its superior quality, tenderness and flavor. Each steak is cooked to perfection with Saltgrass-7 Steak Spice and then topped with fresh garlic butter to further enhance its mouthwatering flavor.

www.goldennugget.com/lakecharles Enjoy authentic Italian cuisine in a warm, entertaining atmosphere that will transport you to the cozy setting of a trattoria in the Old Country with our winning combination of impeccable service, superb cuisine and unsurpassed passion for detail, Grotto is the GOLDEN NUGGET: THE BUFFET www.goldennugget.com/lakecharles perfect location for friends and family to enjoy a fabulous meal and have a great time. Enjoy our buffet featuring seven different stations including fresh soups and salads, GOLDEN NUGGET: LANDRY’S seafood, Asian, Mexican, Italian, American SEAFOOD HOUSE comfort and carving stations –surrounded www.goldennugget.com/lakecharles by an all new, modern design. From the time the doors opened in 1947

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GOLDEN NUGGET: VIC & ANTHONY’S

ISLE OF CAPRI: OTIS & HENRY’S®

www.goldennugget.com/lakecharles Indulge at One of America’s Top 10 Steakhouses. Vic & Anthony’s features an elegant, yet intimate atmosphere, created with an undeniable attention to detail. Our award-winning menu features only the finest prime beef, fresh seafood & more, as well as an extensive wine collection.

Sun-Thurs 5pm-9pm, Fri-Sat 5pm-10pm

HOLLIER’S CAJUN KITCHEN

Mon-Thurs 4p-11pm, Fri-Sat 4pm-2am, Sun 11am-10pm / Howling Hour: Mon-Fri 4pm-7pm ($1.50 beer, $3 wine and half-priced well drinks) • The Lone Wolf offers plenty

1709 Ruth St., Sulphur, (337) 527-0061 303 S Cities Service Hwy, (337) 533-2234 Mon-Sat 7am-9pm Cajun cooking, steaks, seafood. Comfortable and friendly atmosphere with rockers on the front porch. Delicious seafood, gumbo, boudin, and crawfish étouffée. Casual attire. ISLE OF CAPRI CASINO HOTEL

100 Westlake Ave., Westlake (877) ISLE ONE, www.isleofcapricasinos.com ISLE OF CAPRI: FARMER’S PICK BUFFET®

Breakfast: Mon-Fri 7am-10:30am, Sat & Sun 7am-10am, Brunch: Sat & Sun 10am-3 pm, Lunch: Mon-Fri 11am-3 pm, Dinner: Sun-Thurs 4pm-9pm, Fri & Sat 4pm-11pm. • Enjoy allyou-can-eat breakfast, lunch and seafood dinner buffets, featuring magnificent breakfast spreads, tender chicken and beef entrées, crisp salads, and savory side dishes. Decisions…decisions…decisions. So many delicious dishes to choose from, but with one price, you can try as many as you like!

Whet your appetite with our house specialty chicken wings or sampler platter, then pick from a list of delicious pastas, sandwiches, salads, steaks, ribs, chicken and more. Plus, breakfast is served all day! Otis & Henry has great food at great prices. ISLE OF CAPRI: THE LONE WOLF

of heat from the wings to the dance floor. We complement the great drinks with live entertainment. ISLE OF CAPRI: THE LONE WOLF EXPRESS®

Mon, Sat & Sun 11am-7pm, Tues-Fri Open 24 Hours • When you want a quick bite any time of day, come enjoy all of your Asian and American favorites at Lone Wolf Express. The ante has been upped with a new menu that combines local flavor with the freshest ingredients, prepared by talented chefs. At the Lone Wolf Express, fantastic food and cold drinks are always on tap. ISLE OF CAPRI: LUCKY WINS®

Daily 11am-7am • If you’re looking for a quick bite after surfing the slots, try Lucky Wins’ Asian delicacies. You’ll feel like you’ve traveled around the world for the best sizzling stir-fry, shrimp or rice dishes.

Great Louisiana Seafood! Voted #1

in Southwest Louisiana Reader’s Choice Award

“Where The Locals Eat”

Selected by "As One of Ten

Great Places to Eat in the USA"

Open Daily - Three Locations to Serve You: 1004 Lakeshore Dr. (just off I-10) . . . 337-494-1070 Corner of Highway 14 & Broad St. . . 337-494-1700 735 N Pine St - DeRidder . . . . . . . . . . 337-460-7788

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WHERE TO EAT L’AUBERGE CASINO RESORT

L’AUBERGE: FAVORITES SOUTHERN KITCHEN

777 Avenue L’Auberge, Lake Charles (337) 395-7777, www.mylauberge.com

Sun-Thurs 6am-Midnight, Fri & Sat Open 24 Hours • There’s nothing wrong with playing

Call for fine dining options.

favorites! Our newest restaurant, Favorites Southern Kitchen, is the spot for delicious breakfast, lunch, dinner and your late night cravings. This is a new Southern dining experience we know you’ll enjoy!

L’AUBERGE: JACK DANIEL’S® BAR & GRILL

Mon-Thurs 3pm-10pm, Fri 3pm-11pm, Sat 11am-11pm, Sun 11am-10pm, JACK AFTER DARK Thurs-Sat 4pm-11pm Jack Daniel’s Bar & Grill serves up savory food and tasty entertainment. The restaurant features over 25 beers on tap from around the world & more than 35 TVs, an array of BBQ selections & “off-the-grill” entrees made with Jack’s sauces and glazes. L’AUBERGE: ASIA

LEBLEU'S LANDING

Fri-Sun 11am-4am, Mon-Thurs 11am-2am Newly renovated and expanded, this contemporary restaurant features Asianfusion cuisine and a sushi bar. Known for its unique sushi rolls, youcan’t miss out on the Louisiana-and Texas-inspired versions. L’AUBERGE: LE BEAUCOUP BUFFETSM

Sun-Thurs 8am-9pm, Fri & Sat 8am-11pm Our buffet features American, Tex-Mex, local and Asian-style cuisine, along with an extensive selection of pastries & desserts. You’ll also find an array of fresh salads, vegetables, seafood and poultry, prime steaks and chops, Cajun and pasta dishes.

L’AUBERGE: EMBER GRILLE & WINE BAR SM

Cajun cuisine as well as a full service meat market, processing boudin, sausage and many other specialty meats. The facility also offers a gift shop, market area, and view area where you can see Boudin being made. Take advantage of their yummy boudin and other specialty products. LEONARD’S FOOD QUARTERS

Sun-Thurs 6pm-Til, Fri 6pm-11pm, Sat 5:30pm-11pm, BAR: Sun-Thurs 5:30pm-11pm, Fri & Sat 5:30pm- midnight Sip. Savor. Celebrate. Sip one of more than 200 bottles of wine from the area’s most extensive cellar. Savor signature, woodfired entrees in the glow of expansive stone fireplaces. L’AUBERGE: MODERN PANTRY

1708 Gerstner Memorial Dr, Lake Charles, (337) 494-0618, Mon-Fri 7am-8pm, Sat 7am6pm, Sun-Closed • Serving Breakfast, Cajun/ Creole, Seafood & Soul Food. What makes Leonard’s unique? It’s the mixture of Cajun & Creole foods with a touch of soul. And the attention that we pay to every dish, from the entree to the dressing. For a taste of the French Quarter, come to Leonard’s. LUNA BAR & GRILL

Open 24 Hours • All homemade. All fresh. All good. For those late night cravings, visit our newest fast casual dining outlet, Modern Pantry, at the former Desserts location. Offering delicious menu items no matter the hour, Modern Pantry is your stop for PJ’s coffee, breakfast pastries, soups, salads, sandwiches, gelato & desserts.

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NINA P'S CAFE

202 Henning Dr, Sulphur, Mon-Thurs 10am-9pm, 1600 W McNeese St, Lake Charles, Fri 10am-10pm, Sat 10am-9pm / Meat Market Mon-Sat 11am-9pm, Sun Closed Opens at 7am, Closed Sun • Offers traditional Home-made Southern-style plate lunches,

719 Ryan Street, Lake Charles, (337) 4945862, Mon-Sun 11am-10pm Serving New & Traditional American, Burgers, Cajun/Creole, French, Sandwiches, Seafood, Southern, Steak and Vegetarian. “Louisiana is about flavor. I’m about creativity and great-tasting food. You can’t go wrong with any of our dishes which just by their names scream out Zydeco, Cajun French music, the bayous and all the great food found in Louisiana.” -Dave Evans, Chef

dinners, burgers, New Orleans-style poboys, gumbo and much, much more! New open-air patio and a fully-stocked bar. Swing by and see what the South is all about! PAT’S OF HENDERSON

1500 Siebarth Dr. (off Interstate 210), Lake Charle, (337) 439-6618, Sun 11am-9pm, Mon-Thurs 9am-9:30pm, Fri-Sat 11am-10pm Cajun/Creole, steaks & seafood. Crawfish is our specialty! Conveniently located off of I-210 (Legion St. Exit). Family-oriented with a relaxed atmosphere. We have luncheon specials. Banquet facilities are available. Casual attire. PITT GRILL

606 W. Prien Lake Rd, Lake Charles (337) 564-6724 • 102 Benoit Ln, Sulphur (337) 527-9448 • 3048 Gerstner Memorial Dr, Lake Charles (337) 478-2925 • Prien Lake Rd and Sulphur locations open 24 hrs, Gerstner Memorial Dr location open Mon-Sun 6am10pm • Voted Best Breakfast in SWLA in 2014 & 2015. Always-fresh salads, out-ofthis world hamburgers with hand-battered onion rings, decadent milkshakes, malts and sundaes for dessert. We promise there’s something here for everyone! Visit pittgrill. com for monthly specials coupons.

Boiling Point

Specializing in Boiled Crawﬁsh & Crabs Home Made Sausage & Boudin Seafood Dinners • Steaks • Kids Menu

337-625-9282 LunchBuffett Buffett Mon Lunch Mon- -Fri Fri From 11 AM to 2 PM From 10 AM to 2 PM Friday & Saturday Nights

FridayAll & You Saturday Nights Can Eat All You Can Eat Buffett Seafood Buffett

Open Mon. - Fri. 6AM - 9PM; Sat. 10AM - 10 PM; Closed Sun. • RV Parking 1 Block North of I-10, exit 21 • 1730 S Beglis Parkway • Sulphur, LA 70663 10

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For a complete list of places to eat, go to www.visitlakecharles.org. PIZZA ARTISTA

420-A W Prien Lake Rd, Lake Charles Sun-Thurs 10:30am-10pm, Fri-Sat 10:30am11pm • Pizza Artista is no ordinary pizza place! From its exceptionally friendly staff, to the unique features it offers its guests, you will find Pizza Artista a fun and vibrant place. At Pizza Artista, dough is made from scratch every day and aged to perfection! They use 100% whole milk mozzarella and other cheeses that are grated fresh each morning. They slice many of their meats, and cut fresh produce every day. It doesn't get any better than that! Pizza Artista brings the Taste of Louisiana to Pizza! They are known for Cajun and Chef-inspired pizzas. They have Vegan offerings, Gluten-free offerings, and Vegetarian offerings. POPEYE’S FAMOUS FRIED CHICKEN

901 Country Club Rd., Lake Charles (337) 474-2134 • 2710 Hwy. 14, Lake Charles (337) 474-1475 • 400 Sam Houston Jones Pkwy., Moss Bluff (337) 855-0642 • 102 N. Cities Service Hwy., Sulphur (337) 625-7181 • 1613 Ruth St., Sulphur (337) 5278297 • 125 W. Prien Lake Rd., Lake Charles (337) 474-0093 • 301 N. Enterprise Blvd., Lake Charles (337) 436-6130 • 1601 Sampson St., Westlake (337) 433-5636 • 421 N. Pine, DeRidder (337) 462-3551 • 920 E. 4th St., DeQuincy (337) 786-4880 • World Famous

Chicken & Biscuits, plus other tasty menu items including shrimp platters, Cajun rice, cole slaw, fries, red beans & rice, corn on the cob, hot apple pie and more! Casual attire. REGATTA-LOUISIANA SEAFOOD & STEAKHOUSE

508 Hawkeye Ave, Lake Arthur, Tues-Thurs 11am-9pm, Fri-Sat 11am-10pm, Sun 11am-3pm, Closed Mon • A Cajun-themed restaurant featuring fresh seafood, steaks, pasta and traditional Cajun fare. Located on the beautiful lake in Lake Arthur. Accessible by both land and water and features live bands on the weekends. THE SAUSAGE LINK

2400 E Napoleon, Sulphur, Mon-Sat 7am8pm, Closed Sun • The Sausage Link offers traditional Cajun cuisine as well as a fullservice meat market, processing boudin, sausage and many other specialty meats. Take advantage of their yummy boudin. SLOPPY'S DOWNTOWN

329 Broad St, Lake Charles, Mon-Thurs 11am10pm, Fri-Sat 11a-2pm, Closed Sun • Sloppy's Downtown is the newest locals spot in Downtown Lake Charles - craft food & beer, & entertainment. Breakfast, lunch, & dinner!

THE SLOPPY TACO

2500 Kirkman St, Lake Charles, Mon-Sat 10:30am-4pm, Closed Sun The newest food truck to park in southwest Louisiana is here! A brother duo, family run, friend supported savory slop chariot. At the helm, with a cleaver in hand is mad-chef scientist Brett Stutes, with his wife wielding tongs of alabaster and gold Amanda, and brother Derek, the taco tech delivering perfect sauce precision. It is when their creative spices come together that they create a flavorful fuel that keeps this taco truck (and now brick-and-mortar) running. SOUTHERN SPICE

3901 Ryan St, Lake Charles, LA 70605 (337) 474-6065 • 277 Highway 171 N. Lake Charles, LA 70611 (337) 855-0010, Mon-Thurs 7am-9pm, Fri & Sat, 7am-10pm, Closed Sun • Authentic Southern, Home-Style Cooking. Offering a large variety of foods & cuisines from daily lunch plate specials to seafood & steaks. Sandwiches, burgers & soups plus an award-winning breakfast that includes homemade biscuits & gravy.

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PERFORMING ARTS In Southwest Louisiana Lake Charles Symphony: Golden Days of Opera, featuring Paul Groves 7:30 p.m. Jan. 13 Rosa Hart Theatre, Lake Charles Civic Center Local, world-renowned Tenor opera star, Paul Groves, will join the Lake Charles Symphony along with guest, Corey McKern, Baritone, as they perform favorite arias and titles from operas, such as West Side Story, Camelot, Carousel and many others. Lake Charles Little Theatre: Crowns 7:30 p.m. Feb. 16-17, 23-24, March 2-3 2p.m. Feb 18, 25 and March 4 A moving and celebratory musical play in which hats become a springboard for an exploration of black history and identity as seen through the eyes of a young black woman who has come down South to stay with her aunt after her brother is killed in Brooklyn. Lake Charles Symphony: Organ Music, featuring Patrick Parker 3p.m. Feb. 18 First United Methodist Church, Lake Charles Pipe organ music has more to offer than hymns, including classical, jazz, contemporary, transcriptions, movie music and theatre. This concert will feature Patrick Parker, Organist for the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd playing the Rheinberg Concerto. Parker will be accompanied by the talented musicians of the Lake Charles Symphony; also on the program are Bartok Rumanian Folk Dances and Faure Pavane. Children’s Theatre Company: Alice in Wonderland 7:30 p.m. Feb. 22-24 3 p.m. Feb. 25 A bouncing rabbit, a beguiling cat and a crazy queen! What has Alice fallen into? Will she ever get right-side up? Based on the 1865 fantasy novel written by Lewis Carroll, this is a must-see classic!

ACTS Theatre: Shrek the Musical 7:30 p.m. Feb. 24, March 2-3, 9-10 3 p.m. Feb. 25, March 4, 11 A tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue. Throw in a short-tempered bad guy, a cookie with an attitude and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you've got the kind of mess that calls for a real hero. Luckily, there's one on hand, and his name is Shrek. The Mines Theatre: Clucky’s Country Kitchen, Traveling Variety Show (Dinner Theatre) 6:30 p.m. March 3 & 10 The year is 1976 and Maw & Paw Clucky are opening a Clucky’s restaurant in Sulphur, LA. They are bringing their Traveling Variety Show for the Grand Opening and it is being televised live! The show’s Producer, Slick Sells, has noticed rivalries developing on the set, and just when he thinks things can’t get any worse – tragedy strikes! Lake Charles Civic Ballet: Assemblé 2018: Peter Pan 7 p.m. March 17 3 p.m. March 18 Rosa Hart Theatre, Lake Charles Civic Center Fly away with the Lake Charles Civic Ballet at to Assemblé 2018, Peter Pan. LCCB has prepared a thrilling theatrical experience for participants and spectators alike. McNeese State University Theatre: The Teenage Project – Mythbusting Adolescence 7:30 p.m. March 21-24 2 p.m. March 25 The spring theatre production kicks-off a new mission to bring understanding to one of the most misunderstood periods of life. The production shows pre-teens, teens and adults how to navigate through the adolescent years.

Lake Area Ballet Theatre Spring Gala 2017 7 p.m. March 24 Rosa Hart Theatre, Lake Charles Civic Center The Lake Area Ballet Theatre presents Gala 2018. A mixed repertoire that features more Frenchthemed pieces to complete their 3rd season. "Degas Dancer", "Pas de Quatre" and 2 new works - "An American in Paris" and a piece with the McNeese Steel Drum Band will be presented. The Mines Theatre: The Velveteen Rabbit 6 p.m. March 24 2 p.m. March 25 This enchanting version of the original children’s story is truly touching and takes place in the nursery of a child named Andrew. Magically the toys speak when left alone and through the wise words of a rocking horse, the velveteen rabbit learns what ‘real’ means. In the end, with the love of a child and a little help from a magic fairy, the rabbit becomes a real bunny.

ACTS THEATRE One Reid St., Lake Charles (337) 433-ACTS, www.actstheatre.com THE CHILDREN’S THEATRE COMPANY 809 Kirby St. Rm. 313, Lake Charles (337) 433-7323, www.childrenstheatre.cc CHRISTIAN YOUTH THEATRE (CYT) (337) 470-96263, www.cytlakecharles.org ITINERANT THEATRE www.itineranttheatre.com LAKE AREA BALLET THEATRE www.lakeareaballettheatre.com LAKE CHARLES CIVIC BALLET (337) 304-5445 www.lakecharlescivicballet.com LAKE CHARLES COMMUNITY BAND www.facebook.com/ LakeCharlesCommunityBand LAKE CHARLES LITTLE THEATRE 813 Enterprise Blvd., Lake Charles (337) 433-7988, www.thelclt.com LAKE CHARLES SYMPHONY 809 Kirby St. Rm. 210, Lake Charles (337) 433-1611, www.lcsymphony.org MCNEESE THEATRE BAYOU PLAYERS 4205 Ryan St., Lake Charles Shearman Fine Arts Annex – Tritico Theatre (337) 475-5043 www.mcneese.edu/performingartsboxoffice

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LOUISIANA RAILROAD DAYS FESTIVAL April 6-8

estival goers can take a step back in time at the annual Louisiana Railroad Days Festival, celebrating the history of the railroad where in 1897, the tracks of two rail companies converged at the present-day DeQuincy.

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begins at 8:30 a.m on Saturday, followed by the Railroad Idol Contest at 11:30 a.m. Bands will begin playing on the main stage at 1:30 p.m. At 8 p.m., country music group Restless Heart performs. Additional events include the Look-a-Like contest, a style show, a model train show, old timers reunion, carnival rides, numerous food booths, arts & crafts and more. Free admission. Attendees can take tours of the historic DeQuincy Railroad Museum built in 1923 at 400 Lake Charles Ave., DeQuincy, La. in the Kansas City Southern Railroad Depot. The depot is one of the most outstanding examples of the Mission Revival style of architecture in the South. Some of the artifacts on display include a 1913 steam locomotive, a passenger coach, and two vintage cabooses. Also on display are many model trains and an extensive collection of Gauge 1 model steam and diesel engines. For a complete schedule, visit www.larailroaddaysfestival.com.

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60TH ANNUAL LOUISIANA FUR & WILDLIFE FESTIVAL January 12-13

he 60th Annual Louisiana Fur and Wildlife Festival highlights all the local, natural resource industries in the area. This year's festival will honor the crabbing industry for the very first time since it has become a huge livelihood to Cameron Parish residents. The festival caters to all ages and interests featuring parades, pageants, 5K run and 1 mile fun walk, as well as dances, Cajun music, a gumbo cook-off, exhibits and a carnival. You can also check out unique contests like duck and goose calling, trap setting, nutria and muskrat skinning, oyster shucking and skeet shooting, and always a favorite among hunters are the dog trials. These contests and more make this a memorable experience for the whole family and a reason why people keep coming back to one of Southwest Louisiana’s, “oldest and coldest” festivals. Located across from the Cameron Parish School Board grounds (513 Marshall St.) in downtown Cameron, gates will open at noon on Friday and at 9 a.m. on Saturday. The admission fees are $10 per person on Friday and $15 per person on Saturday. Children 12 years old and under will be admitted free. For more information, visit www.lafurandwildlifefestival.com.

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MARDI GRAS SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA January 6–February 13

eing the “catch” of the town has a whole new meaning from Jan. 6—Feb. 13, as Southwest Louisiana hosts the second largest Mardi Gras in Louisiana. From parades, galas, chicken runs and Zydeco, we make sure the whole family has something to celebrate. The excitement kicks off on January 6 with the annual Twelfth Night Celebration, as the 2017 royal courts of more than 60 krewes usher in the New Year in style with their extraordinary and intricate costumes. After Twelfth Night, laissez les bons temps rouler, as the celebration and festivities pack the calendar until Fat Tuesday on Feb. 13. As Mardi Gras weekend approaches, the celebration escalates with parades, cook-offs, balls, galas, and more! For a taste of Mardi Gras,

sample from every pot at the World Famous Cajun Extravaganza and Gumbo Cook Off on Feb. 10. Always a favorite, don’t miss the Royal Gala on Feb. 12, as the 2018 royal courts of krewes parade for the public in full regalia. Both of these events are held at the Lake Charles Civic Center. Set your alarm clocks on Feb. 13, as Fat Tuesday starts off early with the Iowa Chicken run followed by gumbo and a Zydeco dance party at the Knights of Columbus Hall. Afterward, reserve your spot for the grand finale of Southwest Louisiana Mardi Gras at the 39th anniversary of the Krewe of Krewes Parade featuring costumes, plenty of beads and elaborate floats winding through Lake Charles. Visit www.swlamardigras.com for more details on Mardi Gras in Southwest Louisiana.

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MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. FESTIVAL January 12-15

he Martin Luther King, Jr. Festival honors the courageous effort and sacrifices of Martin Luther King, Jr. The festivities kick off with a memorial breakfast, held at Glad Tidings Church, 3400 Texas St., on Friday, Jan. 12, at 7:30 a.m. which honors outstanding individuals in the community. This year’s guest speaker will be Lake Charles native, Pastor Byron Broussard (The Love Center, Atlanta, GA). The MLK Community Walk will start at 8 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 13 at the Lake Charles Civic Center, followed by a community clean up at the Martin Luther King Center, beginning at 3 p.m. On Sunday, Jan. 14, at 6 p.m., performers from all over Louisiana come together for the Gospel Extravaganza held at Throne of Grace Fellowship, 2401 6th St. Admission is free and open to the public. The celebration continues on Monday, Jan. 15, with the annual parade rolling through the streets of Lake Charles at 11 a.m., departing from the Lake Charles Civic Center. Following the parade is the Family Fun Day Celebration where you can enjoy live local and national entertainers in the R&B, Zydeco, Blues and Southern Soul genres. Don’t miss the Celebrity Gumbo/Sauce Piquant Cook-Off Contest, as well as the United Bikers Ride and hundreds of local vendors featuring arts, crafts, Creole and Cajun food. Details on these events and admission can be found at www.kzwafm.com, or by calling (337) 491-9955.

SOUTHWEST DISTRICT LIVESTOCK SHOW AND RODEO February 1-3

alled “The Greatest Show on Dirt,” the Southwest District Livestock Show and Rodeo returns to the Burton Complex with rodeo performances, livestock shows and more. The “mane” attraction is the professional rodeo performances that kick into gear each night featuring bucking broncos, thundering hooves and cheering fans. The Western Heritage Parade will kick off Thursday, Feb. 1, at 5 p.m. starting at W. LaGrange St., head south on Ryan St., and end at McNeese Stadium. And, don’t miss the Western Heritage Days, celebrating cowboys, the great outdoors and all things western. Sure to “draw” a crowd don’t miss the petting zoo, pony rides and the stickhorse rodeo. For additional information and to purchase tickets, visit www.lakecharlesrodeo.com, email info@lakecharlesrodeo.com, or call (337) 944-9710. monsoursphotography.com

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TURNING BACK THE CLOCKS Each community in Southwest Louisiana has its own unique blend of character and history. With pirates, railroads, Victorian mansions and sleepy oaks, there is much to discover by looking into the colorful pages of the past.

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The romantic history of Lake Charles, involving tales of pirates and buried treasure, began with the arrival of the first French settlers in the 1760s. The lumber boom was responsible for the early rapid growth of the city. Without architects in the area until the early 1900s, the structures reflect the individual characteristics of the carpenters in the “Charpentier Historic District,” on the National Register of Historic Places. Lake Charles celebrated 150 years in 2017.

Westlake was originally named “Rio Hondo,” and the area from Westlake up the Sabine River was also known as “No Man’s Land” to rustlers, pirates and renegades. In the early 1800s, settlers came to the area, purchased land and renamed it Westlake.

The quaint town of Vinton was once traveled by Civil War soldiers. The soldiers cut a road extending from an area in Vinton known as “Niblett’s Bluff” on the Sabine River. Once known as “Fort Niblett,” the area was home to a lumber camp, railroad, general store, hotel and more.

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In the late 1800s, Sulphur was a sulfur mining haven. In 1907, the average population of the Sulphur Mines area was 5,000, making it a town unto itself. This fifty-acre tract of land was then known as the “richest fifty acres in the world.” The Brimstone Museum details Sulphur’s early history.

In 1897 the Kansas City, Pittsburg and Gulf Railway, now the Kansas City Southern, reached the point where its main line bent toward the southwest to Beaumont and the old Calcasieu River. Vernon & Shreveport tram line, now the Lake Charles branch of the K.C.S., joined the main line causing the rise of the town DeQuincy. Today, you can visit the DeQuincy Railroad Museum.

The history of Iowa is filled with stories of the early Midwestern settlers from Kansas, Illinois and Iowa to the French Canadians (Cajuns) to Jean Lafitte’s pirates along the Old Spanish Trail. The railroad that cut through this country brought settlers who were lured to the prairie land for rice farming, raising cattle, and later, oil fields. Known also for the Iowa Rabbit Festival.

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HISTORIC Attractions Take a tour through one of the historic districts Charpentier, Margaret Place, or Shell Beach Drive to see classic examples of early 1900s Lake Charles architecture or magnificent plantation style homes.

911 Memorial

Memorial honoring two local men killed in the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks. There is a piece of granite from the Pentagon and a steel girder from the World Trade Center. Features 3,000 pieces of colored glass commemorating those lost.

Charpentier Historic District Covering 40 blocks of downtown Lake Charles, you can step back in time with a self-guided walking or driving tour of one of the finest collections of architecture in Louisiana on the National Register of Historic Places. Stop by the CVB, 1205 N. Lakeshore Drive, for a brochure or information on carriage rides. Download the free app by searching “Lake Charles Historic Tour” in your app store.

411 Pujo St., Lake Charles, (337) 721-7110 Mon-Fri 9am-6pm; Sat 9am-5pm gen@calcasieu.lib.la.us Housed in the historic Carnegie Memorial Library building, this collection’s friendly staff can assist serious researchers or novices in tracing family history.

Sulphur Historic District

Established as mining town, Sulphur includes one of the first planned communities in the U.S., Maplewood. Sulphur celebrates its history in Heritage Square comprised of the Henning Cultural Center and Brimstone Museum.

USS Orleck Naval Museum

DeQuincy Historic District

Journey through the area once known as the “Turpentine Capital of Louisiana” and tour beautiful and historically significant buildings such as the All Saints Episcopal Church, the Kansas City Southern Railroad Depot/ DeQuincy Railroad Museum and the Hagler House.

Margaret Place/ Shell Beach Drive

Shell Beach Drive gives visitors a view of some of the most luxurious homes. The Margaret Place Historical District celebrated its centennial anniversary in 2012.

Millennium Statue

15 ft. bronze statue of Jesus Christ. Stands 23 ft. tall over the resting places of Lake Charles’ earliest and most famous settlers.

Niblett’s Bluff Park

Southwest Louisiana Genealogical & Historical Library

Located at the end of Niblett’s Bluff Rd. off Highway 109/Exit 4 in Vinton, (337) 589-7117 Daily 6am-10pm (park), 10am-6pm (office).

604 N. Enterprise Blvd., (337) 214-7447 Mon-Fri 10am-3:30 pm, Sat 10am – 4pm Tours available Mon-Fri 10am-2pm Sat 10am-3pm, $10 Adults, $8 Seniors (60+), $5 Active Duty Military with ID, $5 Children (6-12) Free for 5 years and under. Group rates available; www.orleck.org Historic Naval Museum featuring the USS Orleck DD886 WWII destroyer which served during the close of WWII through the Vietnam era.

Veterans Memorial Park

Located along the boardwalk by the Lake Charles Civic Center, this park displays the five branches of the Armed Forces with engraved bricks representing the men and women who have served since WWI. A famous WWII Patton Tank is on display.

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Art for the Soul Exhibit Black Heritage Gallery/Lake Charles

1-3/30 Laissez Bon Temps Rouler Exhibit ALA Gallery by the Lake/Lake Charles 2, 9, 16, Cash & Carry Farmers Market 23, 30 Cash & Carry Building/Lake Charles 3 McNeese Women’s Basketball vs. Abilene Christian Burton Complex/Lake Charles 3-3/10 Thoroughbred Racing Delta Downs Racetrack Casino Hotel/Vinton 5

Brian McKnight Golden Nugget Lake Charles

Clay Walker in Concert Delta Downs Racetrack Casino Hotel/Vinton

McNeese Men’s & Women’s Basketball vs. New Orleans Burton Complex/Lake Charles

Motor Gras Car Show Lake Charles Civic Center

Twelfth Night Celebration Lake Charles Civic Center

Village People Golden Nugget Lake Charles

Krewe of Golden Years Sr. Citizens’ Mardi Gras Dance Lake Charles Civic Center

17-20 Calcasieu Parish Livestock Show Burton Complex/Lake Charles 19 Styx Golden Nugget Lake Charles 20-21 Don Rich Gun and Knife Show Lake Charles Civic Center 20- 2/16

Annual Mardi Gras Shoebox Float Display Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention & Visitors Bureau

McNeese Percussion Studio Recital McNeese Tritico Theatre/Lake Charles

Harlem Globetrotters Lake Charles Civic Center

Mardi Gras Community Dance Lake Charles Civic Center

Kent G. Kuyper: Severe Weather and How it Affects You DeQuincy Town Hall Museum

Legacy Fighting Alliance 32 Golden Nugget Lake Charles

Oak Ridge Boys Golden Nugget Lake Charles

3, 10, Charlestown Farmers Market (Downtown) 17, 24 1911 Historic City Hall/Lake Charles 4

Lake Charles Mardi Gras Chicken Run Lake Charles Civic Center

6, 13, Cash & Carry Farmers Market 20, 27 Cash & Carry Building/Lake Charles 8

Lighted Boat Parade Lake Charles Civic Center Seawall

McNeese Men’s Basketball vs. Stephen F. Austin Burton Complex/Lake Charles

8-11

MSU Softball Tournament Cowgirl Field/Lake Charles

Easton Corbin Golden Nugget Lake Charles

Merchants’ Parade Downtown-Midtown Lake Charles

Krewe of Illusions Presentation Lake Charles Civic Center

Krewe of Omega Parade Downtown Lake Charles

Louisiana Premier Night Delta Downs Racetrack Casino Hotel/Vinton

Mardi Gras Zydeco Dance Lake Charles Civic Center

McNeese Men’s & Women’s Basketball vs. Southeastern Burton Complex/Lake Charles

Mystical Krewe of Barkus Parade Lake Charles Civic Center

Lake Charles Civic Center

Le Parfait Jour Bridal Show

28 CALMEX32 Model Car Show Lake Charles Civic Center 30 McNeese Men’s Basketball vs. Sam Houston St. Lake Charles Civic Center

Calcasieu Parish Quarterly Job Fair

FEBRUARY

Terry Fator Golden Nugget Lake Charles

McNeese Women’s Basketball vs. Nicholls Burton Complex/Lake Charles

1-3

Southwest District Livestock Show & Rodeo Burton Complex/Lake Charles

Randy Rogers Band Golden Nugget Lake Charles

Mardi Gras Shoebox Float Display Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention & Visitors Bureau

1-14

World Famous Cajun Extravaganza Gumbo Cook-off Lake Charles Civic Center

Taste de la Louisiane Lake Charles Civic Center

Region V Social Studies Fair Burton Complex/Lake Charles

1-3/3 Donald Martiny: Freeing the Gesture Exhibit 1911 Historic City Hall/Lake Charles

Children’s Parade Downtown-Midtown Lake Charles

1-3/3 Portraits of Louisiana Second Wave Feminists Exhibit 1911 Historic City Hall/Lake Charles

Mardi Gras Children’s Day Lake Charles Civic Center

Mardi Gras Madness 5k Downtown-Midtown Lake Charles

Lundi Gras Day Party Blue Martini, Golden Nugget Lake Charles

Royal Gala Lake Charles Civic Center

Mardi Gras Day

Iowa Chicken Run KC Hall/Iowa

Jeeps on Parade Downtown Lake Charles

Krewe of Krewes’ Parade Downtown-Midtown Lake Charles

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Motor Gras Parade Downtown-Midtown Lake Charles Second Line Stroll Walking Parade Downtown Lake Charles

6, 13, Charlestown Farmers Market (Downtown) 20, 27 1911 Historic City Hall/Lake Charles 7

Lake Charles Civic Center

12-13 LA Fur & Wildlife Festival Downtown Cameron 12-15 Martin Luther King, Jr. Festival Various Locations/Southwest Louisiana 12-3/3 Donald Martiny: Freeing the Gesture Exhibit 1911 Historic City Hall/Lake Charles 12-3/3 Portraits of Louisiana Second Wave Feminists Exhibit 1911 Historic City Hall/Lake Charles 12- 3/24

15th International Exhibition of Botanical Art & Illustration 1911 Historic City Hall/Lake Charles

13 Daughtry Golden Nugget Lake Charles 13

Lake Charles Symphony Concert, featuring Paul Groves Lake Charles Civic Center, Rosa Hart Theatre

13-2/16 Mardi Gras Shoebox Float Display Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention & Visitors Bureau

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1-3/10 Thoroughbred Racing Delta Downs Racetrack Casino Hotel/Vinton 1-3/24 15th International Exhibition of Botanical Art & Illustration 1911 Historic City Hall/Lake Charles 1-3/30 Laissez Bon Temps Rouler Exhibit ALA Gallery by the Lake/Lake Charles 2

Charley Pride in Concert Delta Downs Racetrack Casino Hotel/Vinton

Larry the Cable Guy Golden Nugget Lake Charles

City of Sulphur Mardi Gras Parade Cypress Street/Sulphur

King Cake Taste Off The Grove at Heritage Square/Sulphur

Vinton Mardi Gras Celebration Downtown Vinton

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McNeese Women’s Basketball vs. Central Arkansas Burton Complex/Lake Charles

Portraits of Louisiana Second Wave Feminists Exhibit 1911 Historic City Hall/Lake Charles

KC & the Sunshine Band Golden Nugget Lake Charles

1-10

Thoroughbred Racing Delta Downs Racetrack Casino Hotel/Vinton

16-17 ACEL Basketball Tournament Burton Complex/Lake Charles

1-24

16-18 SWLA Boat, Sport & RV Show Lake Charles Civic Center

15th International Exhibition of Botanical Art & Illustration 1911 Historic City Hall/Lake Charles

1-30

Laissez Bon Temps Rouler Exhibit ALA Gallery by the Lake/Lake Charles

LA Choral Foundation – Winter Fundraiser First United Methodist Church/Lake Charles

McNeese Wind Symphony Concert McNeese Tritico Theatre/Lake Charles

One Night in Memphis: Presley, Perkins, Lewis & Cash Isle of Capri Casino Hotel/Westlake

17-18 8 National Talent Competition Lake Charles Civic Center

2-3

TRAXXAS Monster Truck Tour Lake Charles Civic Center

Lake Charles Symphony: Concert with Patrick Parker, organ First United Methodist Church/ Lake Charles

2-4

Crowns Lake Charles Little Theatre

McNeese Men’s Basketball vs. Nicholls Burton Complex/Lake Charles

Families Helping Families Walk/Roll/Run 5K Fun Day Lake Charles Civic Center

High School Honor Band Concert McNeese Tritico Theatre/Lake Charles

Speaker Series: Issues that Affect Us as We Age DeQuincy Town Hall Museum

McNeese Symphonic Band Concert McNeese Tritico Theatre/Lake Charles

McNeese Men’s & Women’s Basketball vs. Lamar Burton Complex/Lake Charles

Wild Beast Feast Goes Cajun VFW Post 2130/Lake Charles

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Clucky’s Country Kitchen, Traveling Variety Show (Dinner Theatre) The Mines Theatre/Sulphur

16-18 Crowns Lake Charles Little Theatre 17

Black Heritage Pageant Lake Charles Civic Center

SWLA Family Book Festival Central School Arts & Humanities Center Lake Charles

Tracy Lawrence Golden Nugget Lake Charles

22-25 Children’s Theatre Co. - Alice in Wonderland Central School Arts & Humanities Center/ Lake Charles 23

Louisiana State Social Studies Fair Burton Complex/Lake Charles

From the Classroom to a 5K walk/run Lake Charles Civic Center

Louisiana Winter Beer Festival Historic Calcasieu Marine Bank Building/ Lake Charles

McNeese Men’s & Women’s Basketball vs. Houston Baptist Burton Complex/Lake Charles

24-25 Home, Garden & Lifestyle Show Lake Charles Civic Center

McNeese Women’s Basketball vs. Texas A&M Corpus Christi Burton Complex/Lake Charles

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Groovin’ at the Grove: Louisiana Red Walnut Grove Neighborhood/Lake Charles

1-3

Donald Martiny: Freeing the Gesture Exhibit 1911 Historic City Hall/Lake Charles

9-11

Shrek the Musical ACTS Theatre/Lake Charles

Banners: Walk the Line (screening) McNeese Stokes Auditorium/Lake Charles

Color Vibe 5K Race Lake Charles Civic Center

Banners: Moscow Nights & Golden Gates Dancers McNeese FG Bulber Auditorium/ Lake Charles

United Bradford Breeders Sale Burton Complex/Lake Charles

15-5/26 Jamie Baldridge Art Exhibit 1911 Historic City Hall/Lake Charles 16

Jerry Jeff Walker Golden Nugget Lake Charles

16-17 Iowa Rabbit Festival Burton Complex/Lake Charles 17

Josh Turner in Concert Delta Downs Racetrack Casino Hotel/ Vinton 17 Kansas Golden Nugget Lake Charles 17-18 Lake Charles Civic Ballet: Peter Pan Lake Charles Civic Center 21-25 The Teenage Project: Mythbusting Adolescence McNeese Tritico Theatre/Lake Charles Speaker Series: A Stained Glass Experience DeQuincy Town Hall Museum

Michael Bolton Golden Nugget Lake Charles

3,10,17 Charlestown Farmers Market (Downtown) 24, 31 1911 Historic City Hall/Lake Charles

Volunteers of America: Beats & Eats Lake Charles Civic Center

3-4

Shrek the Musical ACTS Theatre/Lake Charles

23-24 SWLA Garden Festival Burton Complex/Lake Charles

5-10

LHSAA Boys’ Basketball State Championships Burton Complex/Lake Charles

23-25 USA Gymnastics State Championship Lake Charles Civic Center

Banners: Rhythm Future Quartet Central School Arts & Humanities Center/ Lake Charles

McNeese Chamber Singers Concert McNeese Tritico Theatre/Lake Charles

6, 13, Cash & Carry Farmers Market 20, 27 Cash & Carry Building/Lake Charles

24-25 Shrek the Musical ACTS Theatre/Lake Charles

Black Heritage Festival Lake Charles Civic Center

23-25 Crowns Lake Charles Little Theatre

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Banners: Artrageous McNeese FG Bulber Auditorium/Lake Charles

McNeese Jazz Band Concert McNeese Tritico Theatre/Lake Charles

World Percussion Concert McNeese Tritico Theatre/Lake Charles

9, 16, Live at the Lakefront Concert Series 23 Lake Charles Civic Center, Arcade Outdoor Amphitheatre

Banners: The Stepcrew McNeese FG Bulber Auditorium/Lake Charles

Free to Breath 5K Lake Charles Civic Center

Lake Area Ballet Theatre Spring Gala Lake Charles Civic Center

24-25 The Velveteen Rabbit The Mines Theatre/Sulphur 25

43rd Annual Palm Sunday Tour of Homes Historic Lake Charles Neighborhoods

Banners: Reading – Alina Fernandez, Fidel Castro’s daughter McNeese Tritico Theatre/Lake Charles

City of Sulphur Easter Egg Hunt The Grove at Heritage Square/Sulphur

Smash Mouth/Spin Doctors Golden Nuggets Lake Chalres

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(337) 312-0108 • Free Continental Breakfast • Executive King & Queen Suites with Microwave & Fridge • 32” TV with Extended Cable, CNN, ESPN, HBO • Outdoor Pool • Guest Laundry

• High Speed Digital Internet Access & Wireless Internet in All Rooms • Buisness Center with Computer, Copier, Fax, Printer & Scanner • Desk in All Rooms with Ample Work Space

Special Senior, Trucker and Military Discounts • Free High Speed Internet • Free Cinemax & Disney Cable TV • Non-Smoking Rooms • Smoking Rooms Available • Free Local Calls

Toll Free Reservations 1-888-436-2580 108 Dennis • Sulphur, LA

• Swimming Pool • Free “Daybreak” Breakfast • Microwave, Refrigerators & Hair Dryers in All Rooms • Coffee Maker • CLC Welcome

OASIS Inn & Suites (337) 494-7270 1000 N. Lakeshore Drive • Lake Charles, LA 70601 Next to Steamboat Bills • Continental Breakfast • Cable TV • High Speed Internet • Microwaves in Rooms • Laundry Facility Available • Over-Sized Suites Available • Monthly & Weekly Rates Available

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3900 Hwy 90 East • Lake Charles, LA 70615 Low Special Weekly Rates • Cable TV • Direct Dial Phones Micro-Fridge & Coffee Makers • Free High Speed Internet Single, Double, Three Beds • Special Group Rooms Truck Parking Available • Free HBO • 32” Flat Screen TV’s Available

Across from the Lake!

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LOUISIANA WINTER BEER FESTIVAL February 24

f you enjoy a good brew, make your way to the Historic Calcasieu Marine National Bank Building for the 4th Annual Louisiana Winter Beer Festival on Saturday, February 24 from 1-5 p.m. This beer-tasting event will feature over 100 different craft beers of the highest quality from a variety of American brewers, including Louisiana favorites and local brews from Crying Eagle Brewing Company. The event will showcase special releases and unique brews. Several of the brewers will have beers special to the festival, providing a unique opportunity for those who attend. In addition to beer sampling, the event will feature live music and a variety of food from local vendors. Tickets are available for regular admission, VIP, and designated drivers. Regular admission is $50 and includes 1 p.m. entry, access to over 125 beers for sampling from over 40 different breweries and a commemorative 4-ounce tasting glass. The $100 VIP passes give the attendee noon entry, access to excusive beer selections, a commemorative tasting glass and food catered by Blue Dog Café. Designated drivers (18+) can attend the event for free and will have access to the festival area, as well as free bottled water. For more information on the festival, Lake Charles Beer Week events and to purchase tickets, visit www.lawinterbeerfest.com.

THE 31ST ANNUAL BLACK HERITAGE FESTIVAL March 9-11

f you’re hungry for mouthwatering food, terrific music and great family fun, then the Black Heritage Festival is the place for you. Entertainers perform gospel, Zydeco, blues, spoken word and more on the Kids and Main Stages. Vendors will display and sell a wide variety of goods and services. Food booths will serve plenty of great tasting Louisiana Creole and traditional African-American foods, including gumbo, jambalaya and barbecue. The vendor marketplace will be open with an array of art, books, jewelry, African artifacts, clothing, collectables, Greek paraphernalia and more. Attendees will also be entertained with a talent show. There will also be an educational seminar for middle school students wanting to learn more about technology, engineering, math, and science. You’ll also be able to enjoy a Kids Zone, games, Zydeco Aerobics, Baby Expo/Healthy Baby Contest and more. For more information, visit www.bhflc.org.

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Welcome to the Baymont Inn & Suites One of the Newest Hotels in Sulphur, LA 325 Arena Road Sulphur, LA (337) 313-6018 Ph (337) 313-6023 Fx

Large Quiet rooms

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Free Long Distance Calls • Free Hot Breakfast • Free Wired/Wireless High Speed Internet • Microwaves/Refrigerators in all rooms • Iron/board, coffee maker, hair dryers • 32” flat panel HD TVs with HBO • Fitness Center • Business Center • Guest Laundry • Jacuzzi Suites available! • Outdoor Pool • Video On Demand •

(337) 721- 8001 Cable TV (50+ channels) High Speed Internet Access Microwaves & Refrigerators in all rooms Free Continental Breakfast • Outdoor Pool Guest Laundry • Free Local Calls All Rooms Newly Renovated in 2016!

Here for the game? We are just minutes from Sulphur Parks, local golf courses and area casinos.

351 MLK Highway, Lake Charles, LA 70601

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269 Highway 397 (I-10 Exit 36) Lake Charles, LA 70615 Phone: 337-990-0165 Toll Free: 1-800-Red-Roof Fax: 337-990-0172

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McNEESE STATE UNIVERSITY BANNERS CULTURAL SEASON March 2–April 28

very spring, McNeese State University washes away the winter blues with the annual Banners Cultural Series. Featuring national and international performers ranging from lecturers and films to musical and dance performers, this year’s series offers something for the whole family. The series kicks off with an opening party for members with One Night in Memphis – a high energy concert that take you back with the four of the biggest names in early rock and roll. Other acts include performances by Rhythm Future Quartet, Artrageous, Moscow Nights & Golden Gates Dancers, The Stepcrew, jazz artist Arturo Sandoval, the Malpass Brothers and many more. So, no matter what you are in the mood for, the Banners Cultural Series has you covered! For more information and a complete schedule of all the events and lectures, visit www.banners.org.

Malpass Brothers

One Night in Memphis The Stepcrew

Rythmn Future Quartet

Arturo Sandoval

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Downtown Lake Charles... LIKE YOU’VE NEVER SEEN IT BEFORE.

SOUTHERNBUM.COM

Sit back and relax with a guided tour through Historic Downtown. Take in the most remarkable historic buildings and hotspots in Southwest Louisiana.

YELLOW CAB 24/7 337-433-8282

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(337) 324-0137

IT’S A SOUTHERN THANG. GET YOUR HANDS ON APPAREL PERFECT FOR YOUR NEXT OUTDOOR ADVENTURE

FIND US IN THESE STORES: Innovative Expressions - Sulphur, Fish On Tackle & Bait - Sulphur, Cajun Tackle - Lake Charles, & Southern Drifters in Prien Lake Mall

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LIVE @ THE LAKEFRONT March 9, 16, 23

re you ready, Lake Charles? The Arts & Humanities Council of SWLA, the City of Lake Charles, and Deep South Productions will present the seventh season of Live @ the Lakefront, a free outdoor live music series taking place at the Lake Charles Civic Center Arcade Amphitheater (900 Lakeshore Drive). The 2018 season will rock the lake from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Fridays, March 9, 16, and 23. Live @ the Lakefront brings Louisiana musicians and bands from both the local scene and from across the state to the stage. The event also offers an extensive open air art market, food trucks, and food booths from local restaurants. Festival-goers can spread a blanket on the amphitheater's grassy hill and listen to great music with the lakeshore scenery and cool weather as the perfect backdrop. Live @ the Lakefront is a fundraiser for the Arts & Humanities Council with the proceeds from all beverage sales supporting the arts through the efforts of the Arts & Humanities Council of SWLA. For more details, contact the Arts Council at 439-2787 or visit www.artscouncilswla.org.

IOWA RABBIT FESTIVAL March 16-17

elebrating the economic and culinary impact rabbits have in Southwest Louisiana, the annual Iowa Rabbit Festival is a one-of-a-kind event. The festival will be held at Burton Complex, 7001 Gulf Highway, Lake Charles. The family-friendly event has some of the best music in the area from local Cajun favorites to regional headliners. Aside from the great music, there is also a rabbit cook-off competition, which is an assortment of dishes that must contain at least 50% rabbit. Don’t miss out on the rabbit show and carnival rides! All proceeds from the festival support the community of Iowa and various youth organizations, schools and not for profit groups. Festival hours are Friday from 5 p.m.—midnight and Saturday from 10 a.m.—midnight. Admission is $10 and kids 10 and under are free. Carnival tickets are sold at an additional cost. For more information, visit www.iowarabbitfestival.org.

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FOR THE KIDS – FAMILY ACTIVITIES:

Southwest Louisiana is a family-oriented destination with a myriad of activities for children. Here’s a quick list of things for families with children to do. Check out the Calendar Section of the Visitors Guide on pages 30-31 or contact the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention & Visitors Bureau at (800) 456-SWLA for more information.

Lake Charles Adventure Cove/Ward 3 Recreation 3210 Power Center Pkwy. 337-990-0112 . First barrier free playground in the area; provides access to children of all abilities. Has splash pad and one of only ten Freedom Swings in the U.S. Ward 3 Recreation has an indoor walking track, basketball courts and other activity rooms, offering recreational sports throughout the year. Altitude Trampoline Park 3009 Gerstner Memorial Hwy., (337) 602-6650 World’s premier trampoline facilities that offer fun and exercise for people of all ages. Children’s Museum (hands-on activities), see p. 48. Club Tabby, LLC 1427 W. Prien Lake Road (337) 478-3600. Party place, kids haircuts, make over, pedicure, and stuff a pet. Imperial Calcasieu Museum (area history), see p. 48. Mardi Gras Museum of Imperial Calcasieu (Mardi Gras History), see p. 48. Millennium Park/Bord du Lac Park 1100 Bord Du Lac Drive, (337) 491-1280 Petro Bowl 630 Petro Point Drive, (337) 477-7554. 48 lanes of bowling. Prien Lake Park 3700 W. Prien Lake Road, (337) 721-3540. Picnic grounds, boat launch, playground and sprayground for kids. Putt-Putt Fun Center 620 Petro Point Drive, (337) 480-1954. Two 18-hole courses and four batting cages. Skate City & Jump City 4720 Nelson Road, (337) 474-2855. Inline skating & inside inflatable play area. USS Orleck, see p. 48.

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Wheelers Family Entertainment, 1130 Hwy. 171 N, Moss Bluff (337) 855-3234. Skating, laser tag, trikes and games. Open Fri. & Sat. 6:30-11 p.m.

Sulphur Brimstone Museum (area history), see p. 48. SPAR Aquatic & Recreation Center, 933 W. Parish Road, (337) 721-3040, water park, Olympic size swimming pool, basketball courts, etc. Creole Nature Trail Adventure Point 2740 Ruth Street, (337) 502-4358. Kick off your Creole Nature Trail journey at Creole Nature Trail Adventure Point—a free, fun attraction that immerses you in nature and Louisiana’s unique culture. Open Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m-5pm, Sat.-Sun. 8:30 a.m-4 p.m.

DeQuincy DeQuincy Railroad Museum (railroad history), see p.48. DeQuincy Railroad Park, 400 Lake Charles Avenue (for satellite navigation, enter 110 Lake Charles Avenue, DeQuincy, LA 70633) (337) 786-2823, Tues-Sat: 10 am-5pm. Playground, picnic tables. LindseyJanies.com

DeQuincy Town Hall Museum, see p.48. DeQuincy Skate Park, 402 Cole Street

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Come and Taste the Best of Louisiana

Regatta serves a wide variety of delicious fresh seafood, steaks, pasta and traditional Cajun fare – all in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. Enjoy the large outdoor seating with impecible views of the beautiful lake, or cozy up inside in our Cajun decorated dinning rooms. Here you’ll experience the true spirit of Louisiana’s culture combining fabulous food, good times and the great outdoors – including live bands on weekends and during special events. Regatta also oﬀers catering for meetings, parties and banquets at our one-of-a-kind restaurant.

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We have a dock with Boat & Sea Plane Accommodations

337.774.1504 508 Hawkeye Ave, Lake Arthur, LA 70549 regattarestaurantla.com

Tuesday - Thursday: 11 �� - 9 ��; Friday - Saturday 11 �� - 10 ��; Sunday: 11 �� - 3 ��; Closed Monday

Welcome to L’Banca Albergo THE BANK HOTEL

The Only 5 Star Rated Hotel in the Area on TripAdvisor.

Named L’Banca Albergo, Italian for “The Bank Hotel”, our hotel has eight luxury suites. There are 3 suites downstairs, each with a king size bed, and ﬁve suites upstairs, each with two queen size beds. We also have a wonderful wine store named “The Wine Vault”. It is actually in the old bank vault. We invite you to come be our guest and enjoy our premier boutique hotel and wine store.

“May all who enter as guests, leave as friends” 233 Arthur Avenue, Lake Arthur, LA 70549 337-774-7249 • info@labankhotel.com

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LAKE CHARLES CIVIC BALLET ASSEMBLÉ 2018: PETER PAN 7 p.m., March 17 & 3 p.m., March 18

he Lake Charles Civic Ballet’s (LCCB) Assemblé 2018 will wow audiences this March with a thrilling theatrical performance of Peter Pan! This classic fairytale will be transformed into a full-length ballet in two acts, featuring whimsical costumes, transformative sets, vibrant lighting and spectacular flying feats under the direction of a professional flying rig company - all of which will be in collaboration with numerous community members, helping to encompass a variety of dance, theatre and musical styles including classical, contemporary, acrobatics, theatrical combat, and more. The name Assemblé [a-sahn-BLAY] is French for 'to come together' and was carefully chosen as it aptly describes the spirit and goal of LCCB's collaboration with the Southwest Louisiana arts community to create a show that will fuse ballet, music and original choreography into a memorable experience for all audiences. Performances for Assemblé 2018 will be held at the Rosa Hart Theatre, 900 Lakeshore Drive. Tickets are available by contacting the Civic Center Box Office/Ticketmaster at (337) 491-1432 or www.ticketmaster.com.

337-625-9000

337-625-2500 Exit 23 off I-10

102 Mallard Street • Sulphur, LA 70665 www.hiesulphur.com

Indoor Pool and Spa • Fitness Center Free High Speed Wireless Internet Business Center: Fax, Copy and Computer Access Meeting Facilities for up to 140 People Complimentary Hot Breakfast Bar Microwaves & Mini-Fridges in Every Room Free Guest Laundry

Executive Hotel & Suites Exit 23 (I-10 & Hwy 108) 1200 Pintail Street • Sulphur, LA 70665

• Business Center with Fax, Copy & Computer Access • Free Guest Laundry • Free Hot Breakfast Buffet • Fitness Center & Outdoor Pool • Meeting Space for up to 60 • Free High-Speed Wireless Internet in ALL Rooms & Throughout Hotel • Microwaves & Mini Fridges in Every Room

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GO GREEN

This golfing destination, featuring lush scenery that makes the area one of the most beautiful in the country, becomes a picturesque backdrop while locals and visitors vie for lower scores and pleasant times. Whether you are a novice or a seasoned professional, these courses offer excellent conditions and Southern hospitality. In keeping with Cajun tradition, a friendly atmosphere encompasses the challenging golf found on Calcasieu Parish’s golf courses.

GOLF COURSES CONTRABAND BAYOU GOLF CLUB® AT L’AUBERGE CASINO RESORT 777 Avenue L’Auberge, I-210 Exit #4 Nelson Rd., (337) 395-7220 www.mylauberge.com Hours: Daily, 6am to Dusk Unique, public 7, 077 yard, par-71 championship Tom Fazio-designed course. Natural vegetation lines 8 lakes to challenge golfers of all skill levels. Named “Best Course” and “Best Secret” by Texas Golfer magazine; “most notable debut and most worthy designs” by Travel + Leisure Golf magazine; “2011, 2012 & 2013 Best Places to Play in Louisiana,” “2011 Best Public Access Course” and one of the “2011, 2012, 2013 & 2014 Best Casino Courses” and “2014 & 2015 Best Places to Stay” by Golfweek Magazine. Also awarded the 2011 Gold Tee Award for overall excellence and quality by Meetings & Conventions Magazine. Pro shop; driving range; locals rates. COUNTRY CLUB AT THE GOLDEN NUGGET 2550 Golden Nugget Blvd. (337) 508-4653 www.goldennugget.com/lakecharles/golf Hours: Daily, 8 a.m.- Dusk An 18-hole, par 72 course designed by the award-winning Todd Eckinrode and Origins Golf Designs. Located on the Contraband Bayou, this 15 acre treasure has miniverde greens and celebration tees, fairways and roughs surrounded with Spartina, Patens and Muhly grass. The contrast of the bayou, native areas and greens are a must see and play for all. GRAY PLANTATION GOLF COURSE 6150 Graywood Pkwy, Lake Charles (337) 562-1663; Golfing / Pro Shop www.grayplantationgolf.com Hours: Daily, 7am to Dusk Gray Plantation promises you a day of unparalleled golf anywhere in the country. Our most prestigious award is a ranking on Golf Digest’s Top 100 Public Courses. Conditioning and clubhouse amenities are superior, adding to the total enjoyment of your day. Now is the time for you to “Play the Gray.”

MALLARD COVE GOLF COURSE 4300 Mallard Cove St., Lake Charles (337) 491-1204 www.cityoflakecharles.com Hours: Daily, Dawn to 30 minutes before dusk. No tee times after noon on Tuesday Mallard Cove is a championship layout design with women’s, senior, medium and championship tees. The municipal course features 25 large bunkers and water hazards on 12 of the 18 holes. The course rating is 73.0, and the slope is 128. Hosts all Lake Charles’ City Championships. Don’t pass up the golf course considered ‘Best Value!’ It’s a wonderful golf course, in great shape and excellent prices, with a beautiful clubhouse! It’s more than just a municipal course! FRASCH PARK GOLF COURSE 400 Picard Rd., Sulphur, (337) 527-2515 www.sulphurparks.com Golf Course-sunrise to sunset, Pro ShopWinter Hours: Daily 7am-6:30pm The 6,267-yard public course at Sulphur’s Frasch Park is an 18-hole, par 71 golf course, completed in 1966. Frasch Park is a pretty course to play because there are mature trees throughout the entire design. The terrain is fairly flat with a meandering waterway that runs through the course. NATIONAL GOLF CLUB OF LOUISIANA 1400 National Drive, Westlake (337) 433-2255 www.nationalgcla.com Open daily sunrise to sunset The 18 hole, par-72 course, designed by David Bennett, is set in a mature growth pine forest, featuring an abundance of water hazards, preserved wetlands, roughly 90 bunkers and is part of a new high-end, residential community. There are five sets of tees with yardage ranging from 5,267 to 6,946 yards. Open daily, and tee times are accepted 10-14 days in advance.

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HOT SPOTS IN SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA

B A R S & N I G H TC LU B S , CO F F E E S H O P S , A N D G A M I N G Bars & Nightclubs 3TOPIA 3800 Ryan St., Lake Charles

Gator Lounge Delta Downs Racetrack Casino & Hotel, 2717 Delta Downs Dr., Vinton

Bad Apple Saloon 3436 Ryan St., Lake Charles

Globar L’Auberge Casino Resort 777 Ave. L’Auberge, Lake Charles

Bar 46 Golden Nugget Lake Charles 2550 Golden Nugget Blvd.

H2O Pool + Bar Golden Nugget Lake Charles 2550 Golden Nugget Blvd.

Blue Martini Golden Nugget Lake Charles 2550 Golden Nugget Blvd.

Ice Bar Golden Nugget Lake Charles 2550 Golden Nugget Blvd.

Cadillac Mexican Kitchen & Tequila Bar Golden Nugget Lake Charles 2550 Golden Nugget Blvd.

Jack Daniel’s® Bar & Grill L’Auberge Casino Resort, 777 Ave. L’Auberge, Lake Charles

Cajun’s Wharf 3500 Ryan St., Lake Charles

The L Bar L’Auberge Casino Resort, 777 Ave. L’Auberge, Lake Charles

Cigar Club/C.C. Vapor 1700 E. Prien Lake Rd. #5, Lake Charles

Loggerheads Bar 3748 Hwy. 3059, Lake Charles

Cowboys 5329 Common St., Lake Charles

Lone Wolf Isle of Capri Casino and Hotel 100 Westlake Ave., Westlake

Crying Eagle Brewing Co. 1165 E McNeese St., Lake Charles

Luna Bar & Grill 719 Ryan St., Lake Charles

Darrell’s 119 West College St., Lake Charles

Luna LIVE 710 Ryan St., Lake Charles

Ember Grille & Wine Bar SM L’Auberge Casino Resort, 777 Ave. L’Auberge, Lake Charles

Martini’s 2116 Ryan St., Lake Charles

Frosty Factory 4688 Common St., Lake Charles

Meek's Lounge 409 W. Prien Lake Rd., Lake Charles

My Place American Pub 630 W. Prien Lake Rd.,Lake Charles O.B.’s Bar & Grill 1301 Ryan St., Lake Charles On the Rocks 817 E. McNeese St., Lake Charles Pappy’s Sports Pub 2627 Ryan St., Lake Charles Rikenjaks 3716 Ryan St., Lake Charles RUSH Lounge Golden Nugget Lake Charles 2550 Golden Nugget Blvd.

Coffee & Tea Shops Chez Caffé 127 W. College St., Lake Charles Coffee bar and eatery Joe Muggs Coffee 2934 Ryan St., Lake Charles Coffee inside Books-A-Million PJ’s Coffee 3625 Nelson Rd., Lake Charles Starbucks Coffee 2550 Golden Nugget Blvd. Inside Golden Nugget Lake Charles Starbucks Coffee 3479 Nelson Rd., Lake Charles Starbucks Coffee 4055 Ryan St., Lake Charles

Starbucks Coffee 496 W. Prien Lake Rd., Lake Charles Coffee inside Prien Lake Mall Stellar Beans 319 Broad St., Lake Charles

Gaming

Delta Downs Racetrack Casino & Hotel 2717 Delta Downs Drive, Vinton Horseracing, slot machines, off-track betting Golden Nugget Lake Charles 2550 Golden Nugget Blvd. (1-210 Exit 4), Lake Charles Dockside casino, live entertainment, spa, pool, and golf. Isle of Capri Casino Hotel 100 Westlake Avenue (1-10 Exit 27), Westlake Dockside casino, live entertainment L’Auberge Casino Resort SM 777 Avenue L’Auberge (1-210 Exit 4), Lake Charles Dockside casino, live entertainment, spa and golf Lucky Longhorn Casino 2374 Hwy. 109 S., Vinton Casino, restaurant and live entertainment/nightclub and arena

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Starbucks Coffee 339 W Prien Lake Rd., Lake Charles

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COURTYARD ® �arr1ott® 2995 L'Auberge Blvd Lake Charles, LA 70601

337 477 5020 marriott.com/lchcy

Closest Hotel to the Casino Resorts

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• Minutes Away from L’auberge, Isle of Capri Casinos and The Golden Nugget! • Easy Access to Interstate 10 • 50+ Channels • Picnic Tables • Free Wi-Fi • Outdoor Pool • Refrigerator / Microwave in ALL Rooms

LOW RATES & LARGE, QUIET ROOMS

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G U I D E LODGING HOTELS & MOTELS LAKE CHARLES AMERICA’S BEST VALUE INN 3411 Broad St. (337) 990-5607 AMERICA’S BEST VALUE INN & SUITES 3231 Lake St. (337) 477-4230 BEST WESTERN BAYOU INN 1320 N. Martin Luther King Hwy. (337) 990-5325 BEST WESTERN PLUS PRIEN LAKE INN & SUITES 1245 E. Prien Lake Rd. 337) 477-5900

LAQUINTA INN & SUITES 1201 W. Prien Lake Rd. (337) 478-9889 L’AUBERGE CASINO RESORT 777 Avenue L’Auberge (337) 395-7777 MOTEL 6 921 N. Martin Luther King Hwy. (337) 491-1000 MOTEL 6 ON THE BAYOU 1101 W. Prien Lake Rd. (337) 474-5151 OASIS INN 1000 N. Lakeshore Dr. (337) 494-7270

CANDLEWOOD SUITES 1105 W. Prien Lake Rd. (337) 478-8008

QUALITY INN & SUITES 3211 Venture Park Dr. (337) 480-0898

COMFORT INN 607 E. Prien Lake Rd. (337) 478-4650

QUALITY SUITES 401 Lakeshore Dr. (337) 439-2444

COMFORT SUITES 1016 N. Martin Luther King Hwy. (337) 436-6400

RED ROOF INN & SUITES 269 Hwy. 397 (337) 990-0165

COURTYARD MARRIOTT 2995 L’Auberge Blvd. (337) 477-5020

RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT 1591 W. Prien Lake Rd. (337) 474-1772

DAYS INN 1212 N. Lakeshore Dr. (337) 433-9461

RICHMOND SUITES HOTEL 2600 Moeling St. (337) 433-5213

DELUXE INN 3900 Hwy. 90 E. (337) 433-1024

RODEWAY INN 335 Hwy. 171 (337) 433-1773

ECONO LODGE 351 N. Martin Luther King Hwy. (337) 721-8001 GOLDEN NUGGET 2550 Golden Nugget Blvd. (844) 777-4653 HAMPTON INN 3175 Holly Hill Rd. (337) 480-6443 HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS 1150 W. Prien Lake Rd. (337) 564-6877 HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS HOTELS & SUITES 402 N. Martin Luther King Hwy. (337) 491-6600 HOLIDAY INN & SUITES 2940 Lake St. (337) 310-7700 HOME2 SUITES BY HILTON 1200 W. Prien Lake Rd. (337) 990-5330 HOWARD JOHNSON INN 825 Broad St. (337) 436-4311 KNIGHTS INN 2700 E. Broad St. (337) 433-8291

SULPHUR A+ MOTEL & RV PARK 4631 Hwy. 27 S. (337) 583-2631 AMERICA’S BEST VALUE INN 307 Garrett St. (337) 287-4828 BAYMONT INN & SUITES 325 Arena Rd. (337) 313-6018 BEST WESTERN PLUS EXECUTIVE HOTEL & SUITES 1200 Pintail Dr. (337) 625-9000 CANDLEWOOD SUITES 320 Arena Rd. (337) 528-5777 COMFORT SUITES 2505 Hwy. 108 S. (337) 625-6448 CRESENT VIEW LODGING 700 W Napoleon St. (337) 888-3053 CROSSLAND ECONOMY STUDIOS 104 Mallard St. (337) 625-5923 DAYS INN 2600 S. Ruth St. (337) 527-8303 DAYS INN 108 Dennis Ave. (337) 312-0108

FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES 2615 Ruth St. SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTT (337) 528-2629 1551 W. Prien Lake Rd. (337) 474-1112 HAMPTON INN BY HILTON 210 Henning Dr. STAYBRIDGE SUITES (337) 527-0000 (Opening early 2018) 1100 W. Prien Lake Rd. HOLIDAY INN SULPHUR (337) 447-7474 330 Arena Rd. (337) 527-0858 SUNRISE INN 5390 Hwy. 90 E. HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS SUITES (337) 437-8339 102 Mallard St. (337) 625-2500 SUPER 8 INN & SUITES 1004 N. Martin Luther King Hwy. MOTEL 6 (337) 310-7666 2022 Ruth St. (337) 527-8146 SUPER 8 MOTEL 1350 E. Prien Lake Rd. QUALITY INN & SUITES (337) 477-1606 320 S. Cities Service Hwy. (337) 626-7000 TOWNEPLACE SUITES 2985 L’Auberge Blvd. RED ROOF INN (337) 477-5824 2619 S. Ruth St. (337) 527-1000 TRU BY HILTON (Opening early 2018) STUDIO 6 EXTENDED STAY 1220 W. Prien Lake Rd. 112 Dennis Ave. (337) 564-6878 (337) 564-5780 WINGATE BY WYNDHAM 1731 W. Prien Lake Rd. (337) 502-5112

SUPER 8 101 Mallard St. (337) 626-8800

WOODSPRINGS SUITES 3202 N. Power Centre Pkwy. (337) 564-6966

WINGATE BY WYNDHAM 300 Arena Rd. (337) 527-5151

WESTLAKE ISLE OF CAPRI CASINO HOTEL INN AND TOWER 100 Westlake Ave. (337) 430-2400 LAQUINTA INN & SUITES 1008 Sampson St. (337) 660-2525 DEQUINCY HERITAGE PLACE HOTEL & SUITES 1028 East Fourth Street (337) 786-2919 RED OAK INN 1575 West 4th St. (337) 786-3890 VINTON BEST WESTERN CASINO INN 2466 Toomey Road (337) 551-6350 COBBLESTONE INN & SUITES (Opening early 2018) 2002 Corporate Drive (337) 589-9420

KERSHAW’S CAJUN VILLAGE 3401 E. Prien Lake Road (337) 477-4915 LITTLE LAKE CHARLES RV RESORT 4200 Luke Powers Rd. (337) 433-1114 OSPREY LAKES RV PARK 7143 Big Lake Rd. (337) 764-6914 PARADISE RV PARK 1986 Sam Houston Jones Pkwy. (337) 905-8616 PARKSIDE MARINA 2735 Sam Houston Jones Pkwy. (337) 855-7591 SAM HOUSTON JONES STATE PARK 107 Sutherland Rd. (337) 855-2665 SPACIOUS LIVING RV PARK 3066 Hwy. 3059 (318) 669-4865

DELTA DOWNS RACETRACK CASINO & HOTEL 2717 Delta Downs Dr. (337) 589-7441

TWELVE OAKS RV PARK 2736 Conoco St. (337) 439-2916

LONGHORN TRUCK & CAR PLAZA 2374 Hwy. 109 S. (337) 589-5647

TWELVE PALMS RV PARK DOWNTOWN 2323 Broad St. (337) 419-1806

IOWA HOWARD JOHNSON EXPRESS 107 E. Frontage Rd. (337) 582-2440

WHITE OAK PARK 5584 River Road (337) 721-3540

LAQUINTA INN & SUITES 204 W. Frontage Rd. (337) 582-2261 BED & BREAKFAST LAKE CHARLES AUNT RUBY’S BED & BREAKFAST 504 Pujo St. (337) 430-0603 CAMPGROUND/RV PARKS LAKE CHARLES BAYOU OAKS RV PARK 3403 Broad St. (337) 602-6043 BIG LAKE RV PARK 8630 Big Lake Rd (337) 477-1581 COOLING SPRINGS RV PARK 5595 Hwy. 90 East (337) 433-4187 COUNTRY OAKS RV PARK 6336 East Opelousas St. (337) 497-0025 THE GATES AT MCNEESE 2130 E. McNeese St. (337) 244-8048 JEAN LAFITTE RV PARK 2101 Pujol Rd. (337) 439-2080 K&P RV PARK 7874 Nelson Rd. (337) 602-6141

SULPHUR A+ MOTEL & RV PARK 4631 Hwy. 27 S. (337) 583-2631 ACADIAN ACRES RV PARK 2211 Patton St. (337) 625-7275 CHOUPIQUE RV PARK 7657 Hwy. 27 S. (337) 583-8439 FOREST VILLAGE RV PARK 2010 Patton St. (337) 625-2224 HIDDEN PONDS RV PARK 1201 Ravia Rd. (337) 583-4709 HOLBROOK PARK 1868 Holbrook Park Rd. (337) 721-3540 INTRACOASTAL PARK 7955 Intracoastal Park Rd. (337) 721-3540 WINGATE RV PARK 1202 Henning Dr. (337) 625-9541 WESTLAKE BAYOU MARINO RV PARK 2200 Carlin Dr. (337 ) 540-1736

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G U I D E L O D G I N G ( Co n t i n u e d ) LLOYD’S COUNTRY STORE RV PARK 318 Phillips Rd. (337) 540-3925

V RV PARK 1514 Azema St. (1-10 Exit 8) (337) 589-2300

WHISPERING MEADOW RV PARK 3210 Westwood Rd. (337) 433-8188

IOWA CYPRESS BEND RV PARK 717 N. Thompson Ave. (337) 582-1722

DEQUINCY KENNY’S RV PARK 1577 West 4th St. 337-786-5562 WOODLAKE PARK ESTATES 1600 West 4th St. (337) 660-4544 VINTON PARADISE RV & CABIN RESORT 2466 Toomey Rd. (337) 551-6352 TEXAS PELICAN RV PARK 2219 Old Hwy. 90 (337) 589-5239

MUSEUMS

HAYES LORRAIN PARK 7803 Lorrain Rd. (337) 721-3540 STARKS ALLIGATOR PARK 5316 Alligator Park Rd. (337) 721-3540

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Children’s Museum

LAKE CHARLES CHILDREN’S MUSEUM 327 Broad St., (337) 433-9420 Mon-Sat 10am-5pm www.swlakids.org Children and Adults - $8.50; Senior Citizens (55 and Older) - $6.50 Infants (23 months and under) - Free; Active Duty Military & Dependents with ID - $7.25. Call for group rates. Dozens of interactive exhibits featuring science, role-playing and art activities.

Mardi Gras Museum of Imperial Calcasieu

IMPERIAL CALCASIEU MUSEUM 204 W. Sallier St., (337) 439-3797 Tues-Fri 10am-5pm, Sat 10am-3pm www.imperialcalcasieumuseum.org $5 adults, $2 children & seniors, $3 military with ID, school students with ID - free Extensive historic objects and artifacts collection and rotating exhibits in a fine art gallery. Designed to encourage visual arts, enhance arts appreciation and preserve the history and culture of the region. Home of the 375+ year-old Sallier Oak. MARDI GRAS MUSEUM OF IMPERIAL CALCASIEU Inside Central School - 2nd Floor, East Wing, 809 Kirby St., (337) 430-0043 Tues-Fri 1pm-5pm $10 adults, $5 youth and Senior Citizens (50+). Group rates are available. Largest Mardi Gras costume display in the world, history of Mardi Gras and king cakes, costume design, parade float to climb aboard. The museum also includes animatronics to tell the history of Mardi Gras.

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USS ORLECK NAVAL MUSEUM 604 N. Enterprise Blvd., (337) 214-7447 Office Hours: M-F (office): 10am3:30pm, Sat 10am-4pm • Tours Available: Mon-Fri 10am-2pm, Sat 10am-3:30pm $10 Adults, $8 Seniors (60+), $5 Active Duty Military with ID; $5 Children (6-12) Free for 5 years and under. Group rates available. www.orleck.org Historic Naval Museum featuring the USS Orleck DD886 WWII destroyer which served during the close of WWII through the Vietnam era.

SULPHUR BRIMSTONE MUSEUM COMPLEX 900 S. Huntington, (337) 527-0357 Mon-Fri 10am-noon & 1-5pm, Sat 10am-2 pm www.brimstonemuseum.org Learn about the history of Sulphur with the new exhibit at the Brimstone Museum. Rotating exhibits at the Henning Cultural Center.

DEQUINCY DEQUINCY RAILROAD MUSEUM 400 Lake Charles Ave., (337) 786-2823 Tues-Sat 10am-5pm www.dequincyrailroadmuseum.com Original townsite in 1895 at the intersection of two major railroads. 1913 steam locomotive, passenger car, a caboose and other railroad artifacts are on display. DEQUINCY TOWN HALL MUSEUM 218 E. Fourth St., (337) 786-6451 Tues-Thurs 8:30am-3:30pm Newport Industries museum and memorabilia. Wall of Honor paying tribute to locals who have served in the US military services.

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GALLERIES ART IS EVERYWHERE Take time to soak in the arts at some of the downtown galleries in Lake Charles and Sulphur. There are many galleries and exhibits to see, so don’t rush, just relax and take in the sights. Galleries featuring rotating exhibits range from local artists to national and international exhibits. There is always something new to see whenever you visit.

GALLERIES ARTS & HUMANITIES COUNCIL OF SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA 809 Kirby St., Ste. 202, Lake Charles, (337) 439-2787 In Historic Central School Arts & Humanities Center Mon-Fri 9am-noon & 1-5pm, www.artscouncilswla.org ALEXANDER ART STUDIO 900 Ryan Street, Ste. 101 & 102, Lake Charles, (337) 433-2299 Mon-Fri 11am-6pm, Sat 11am-5pm, Sundays by appointment. www.alexanderartstudio.com, candice@alexanderartstudio.com Louisiana’s finest art! Original paintings & amazing gifts! ART ASSOCIATES GALLERY 809 Kirby St., Ste. 208, Lake Charles, (337) 439-ARTS In Historic Central School Arts & Humanities Center Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Closed for lunch, www.artassociates.org Monthly rotating exhibits by a variety of artists. BLACK HERITAGE GALLERY 809 Kirby St., Ste. 207, Lake Charles, (337) 488-0567, www.bhflc.org In Historic Central School Arts & Humanities Center Mon-Fri 9am-5pm. Exhibits and educational activities representing the contributions of African Americans to Southwest Louisiana.

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ALA GALLERY BY THE LAKE 106 W. Pryce St., Lake Charles, (337) 436-1008 Tues-Fri Noon-5pm, Sat 10am-2pm, www.lakecharlesartists.com Largest selection of art by local artist in Southwest Louisiana area. Wholesale prices. GRAND GALLERY MCNEESE STATE UNIVERSITY 4205 Ryan St., Lake Charles, Shearman Fine Arts Center Annex (800) 622-3352, (337) 475-5060, www.mcneeseartonline.org Mon-Fri 9am-4pm, Closed on weekends & university holidays. Rotating exhibits by well-known artists as well as university faculty and students. HISTORIC CITY HALL ARTS & CULTURAL CENTER 1001 Ryan St., Lake Charles, Presented by the City of Lake Charles Corner of Ryan and Kirby Streets, (337) 491-9147 Mon-Fri, 10am-5pm, Sat 10am-2pm, Admission free. Rotating national touring art exhibits of great significance. Farmer’s Market Sat. 8am-noon. HENNING CULTURAL CENTER 923 S. Ruth St., Sulphur, (337) 527-0357 Mon-Fri 10am-noon & 1-5pm, Sat 10am-2pm Local artists’ works and traveling exhibits are displayed. www.henningculturalcenter.org, www.brimstonemuseum.org

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OUTDOOR ADVENTURES AWAIT!

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Several parks in the area provide the perfect spot to have a picnic, snap pictures of wildlife or just enjoy the scenery. Fresh, brackish and saltwater fishing are excellent year round, so you can “catch the big one.” Below is a list of parks and beaches where you can enjoy the great outdoors.

PARKS AND BEACHES

Creole Nature Trail All-American Road Leisurely discover this internationally recognized scenic byway as it meanders through marshes, prairies and along natural Gulf beaches replete with wildlife in their natural habitat. Have your camera ready to capture world-class bird and alligator populations as well as stunning scenery right from your vehicle. Feeling a little more adventurous? Explore several walkways right into the marsh, shell along more than 26 miles of beach, fish for speckled trout and redfish, or catch your own fresh Louisiana blue crabs. For more information visit www.CreoleNatureTrail.org. Download the free personal tour app, by searching “creole” in your app store.

Creole Nature Trail Beaches

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Explore natural, sand beaches right along the Gulf of Mexico. Perfect for shelling, picnicking or family fun in the sun. Visit CreoleNatureTrail.org for details.

SAM HOUSTON JONES STATE PARK 107 Sutherland Rd. off of Hwy 378 in Moss Bluff, (337) 855-2665 (888) 677-7264, www.lastateparks.com 6am-9pm for day trips. Visitors pay $2 per person entry fee. Camping sites range from $18-$20 per night in the winter, $22-$28 in the summer and cabins are $85. Lodge costs $180 a night on weekends and $160 per night on weekdays during summer; $160 a night during winter. Visitors pay $6 registration fee on all facilities. Featuring 1,087 acres of lakes, trees, vistas, rivers and streams, Sam Houston Jones State Park is an excellent spot for bird watching with nearly 200 species brought in by the migratory patterns in the spring and fall. Also 5 hiking and biking trails. NIBLETT’S BLUFF PARK At the end of Niblett’s Bluff Rd. off Highway 109 / Exit 4 in Vinton. (337) 589-7117, niblettsbluffpark.com, Daily 10am-6pm (office), 6am-10pm (park). History of the bluff dates back more than two hundred years. One of the more significant events was during the Civil War when Niblett’s Bluff became an Encampment. Among all this history is excellent fishing, camping, bird watching and hiking opportunities.

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NORTH BEACH On the north shore of the lake right off I-10, Exit 29 for eastbound travelers and Exit 30A for westbound travelers. (800) 456-7952 or City Parks & Recreation (337) 491-1280 Open daily dawn–dusk year round

LAKEFRONT PROMENADE/ BORD DU LAC MARINA Along the northern and eastern shores of Lake Charles, (800) 456-7952 and City Parks & Recreation, (337) 491-1280 The Lakefront Promenade boasts a cobblestone path along the lake complete with custom lighting and seating. Enjoy the Louisiana Landing Fountain, featuring a one-of-a-kind bronze geese sculpture. Conveniently located behind the Lake Charles Civic Center, it is walking distance from Bord du Lac Marina, Millennium Park and the PPG Sprayground. PRIEN LAKE PARK 3700 West Prien Lake Road, Lake Charles (337) 721-3540 29-acre park on Prien Lake featuring walking paths with measurement markings, canoe and boat launches, kids playground and sprayground water park, numerous picnic areas, amphitheatre, two pavilions and free Wi-Fi.

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CREOLE NATURE TRAIL ADVENTURE POINT SMILES AWAY FROM ORDINARY

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NATURE TRAIL ALL-AMERICAN ROAD

The Creole Nature Trail is a scenic byway, meaning you can see amazing sites on/from the road itself. Along the Creole Nature Trail there are four wildlife refuges – each with great ways to see and reconnect with nature. Check them out!

Cameron Prairie National Lacassine National Wildlife Refuge Wildlife Refuge 1428 Highway 27 Bell City LA 70630 (337) 598-2216 www.visitlakecharles.org/ cameron-prairie-nwr Engage in wildlife exploration at the Visitors Center which features hands-on interpretive exhibits, talking dioramas as well as multiple over-water boardwalks. Open Mon.-Friday 7:30 a.m.3 p.m. and Sat. 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Pintail Wildlife Drive, just south of the visitor center, is a three mile driving loop which features a half-mile accessible boardwalk into freshwater marsh and is an excellent location for nature photography. Open daily during daylight hours.

For more information on the Creole Nature Trail or any of our outdoor adventures visit CreoleNatureTrail.org or call 337-436-9588.

or a hands-on opportunity to taste, smell, and see Southwest Louisiana’s culture, make plans to visit the newly opened Creole Nature Trail Adventure Point. Located at the western gateway of the Creole Nature Trail All-American Road in Sulphur, Adventure Point features interactive exhibits on the local bayous, marshes, prairies, Gulf wildlife, Creole and Cajun cuisine, and Zydeco and Cajun music. Guests can smell the mouth-watering aromas of Cajun cooking and “play along” with Zydeco and Cajun instruments. Kids can practice their crabbing skills and hear the ducks quack and birds chirp as they move through the colorful dioramas. Professional Adventure Guides are on hand to lend their expertise as visitors begin their exploration of the Creole Nature Trail All-American Road. Adventure Point is open seven days a week at 2740 Ruth Street in Sulphur. Find more information at www.AdventurePoint.info.

209 Nature Road Lake Arthur, LA 70549 (337) 774-5923 www.visitlakecharles.org/ lacassine-nwr Self-guided wildlife drive around the 16,000-acre freshwater impoundment known as “The Pool.” Open daily from one hour before sunrise until one hour after sunset for excellent bird and wildlife viewing.

Download the free Creole Nature Trail self-guided video tour. Search "Creole" in your app store.

Sabine National Wildlife Refuge

Rockefeller State Wildlife Refuge

3000 Holly Beach Highway Hackberry , LA 70645 (337) 762-3816 www.visitlakecharles.org/ sabine-nwr Explore Wetland Walkway, a 1.5 mile (loop) accessible walking trail right into the marsh including a 2-story observation tower for panoramic views; Blue Goose Trail which features a 1 mile paved walking trail to the western edge of Lake Calcasieu; as well as three recreation areas for crabbing and fishing, Hog Island Gully, Blue Crab and West Cove. All locations open daily during daylight hours.

5476 Grand Chenier Hwy. Grand Chenier, LA 70643 (337) 491-2593 www.visitlakecharles.org/ rockefeller-refuge A five-mile drive into Rockefeller Refuge, Price Lake Nature Drive (Closed December 1-March 1 each year for migratory waterfowl), offers an excellent opportunity to view alligators, shore and wading birds as well as fish, crab and shrimp (with appropriate licensing.) Open daily, dawn to dusk.

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VISITORS GUIDE MAP OF ADVERTISERS Adverntures 2000+ Swamp Tours.....................................1 America's Best Value Inn.....................................................2 Bar-B-Que Pit Stop.............................................................. 3 Baymont Inn & Suites.........................................................4 Bayou Run............................................................................. 5 Best Western Plus–Lake Charles.......................................6 Best Western Plus–Sulphur................................................ 7 Blaze Smoke Shop...............................................................8 Blue Dog................................................................................9 The Boiling Point................................................................ 10 Candlewood Suites............................................................ 11 Comfort Inn.........................................................................12 Corner Gallery ....................................................................13 Courtyard by Marriott........................................................14 Coyote Blues........................................................................15 Crave.................................................................................... 16 Crying Eagle Brewing Company.......................................17 Days Inn................................................................................18 Delta Downs Racetrack, Casino & Hotel....................... 19 Deluxe Inn...........................................................................20 EconoLodge........................................................................ 21 Expressions.........................................................................22 The Farmhouse Co. Decor................................................ 23 Gifts Galore.........................................................................24

Golden Nugget Casino Resort.........................................25 Grosse Savanne..................................................................26 Hokus Pokus Liquors......................................................... 27 Holiday Inn..........................................................................28 Holiday Inn Express-Lake Charles...................................29 Holiday Inn Express–Sulphur...........................................30 Hollier's Cajun Diner..........................................................31 Hollier's Cajun Kitchen.....................................................32 House of Sole.....................................................................34 Isle of Capri Casino Resort............................................... 35 L'auberge Casino Resort...................................................36 L'Banca Albergo Boutique Hotel..................................... 37 Lake Charles American Press...........................................38 Lake Charles Carriage Rides.............................................39 Lake Charles Vapor............................................................40 Landmark Event Centre.................................................... 41 LaQuinta Inn & Suites.......................................................42 LeBleu's Landing................................................................43 Leonard's Food Quarters..................................................44 Luna Bar & Grill..................................................................45 MB Rich Jewery..................................................................46 Motel 6................................................................................ 47 Nina P's Cafe.......................................................................48 Oasis Inn & Suites..............................................................49

Pat's of Henderson............................................................50 Pitt Grill.................................................................................51 Pizza Artista.........................................................................52 Popeye's............................................................................... 53 Quality Suites–Lake Charles............................................54 Quality Suites–Sulphur.....................................................55 Red Roof Inn.......................................................................56 Regatta–Louisiana Seafood & Steakhouse................... 57 The Sausage Link...............................................................58 Sloppy's Downtown..........................................................59 The Sloppy Taco................................................................ 60 Suothern Bum Clothing Co.............................................. 61 Southern Spice...................................................................62 Southwest Louisiana Partnership/ Chamber of Commerse................................................63 Steamboat Bill's..................................................................64 Sunrise Inn..........................................................................65 Super 8.................................................................................66 Tia Junita's Fish Camp.......................................................67 USS Orleck..........................................................................68 The Wine Store...................................................................69 Wingate Inn........................................................................70 Yellow Cab............................................................................71

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Burton Coliseum..................................................................................... 72 Chennault International Airport...........................................................73 Historic District........................................................................................74 Lake Charles Civic Center...................................................................... 75 Lake Charles Regional Airport.............................................................. 76 McNeese State University..................................................................... 77 McNeese Football, Baseball & Track Stadium................................... 78 Port of Lake Charles................................................................................ 79 Sam Houston Jones State Park.............................................................80 SWLA Convention & Visitors Bureau...................................................81

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