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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 is 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. Jamie Breauxis Photography

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SUMMERTIME CASINO ENTERTAINMENT & RECENT EXPANSIONS

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L’Auberge Casino Resort

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ake some time to enjoy music, poolside entertainment and casino action this summer, along with delicious cuisine, and, maybe a spa treatment or two. Summer is in full swing at Golden Nugget Lake Charles with the recent completion of the Rush Tower, offering more than 350 additional luxury hotel rooms, bringing the resort to 1,040 rooms. The excitement continues with headlining shows throughout the summer, which include Diana Ross, July 1; Sheryl Crow, July 3; Dennis Miller, July 8; Ron White, July 15; the Isley Brothers, July 22; Ronnie Milsap, July 29; Tanya Tucker, Aug. 12; Clint Black, Aug. 25; Keith Sweat, Aug. 26; The Charlie Daniels Band, Sept.1; the Commodores, Sept. 2; Jerry Jeff Walker, Sept. 8; Kool & the Gang, Sept. 15; and Dwight Yoakam, Sept. 22. Take a dip in the pool and enjoy the H20 Pool Concert Series with the I Love the 90s Tour, July 7; Hank Williams, Jr., July 14; Lee Brice, July 21; Jason Derulo, Aug. 4; and Flo Rida, Aug. 11. If you’d rather do a little twostepping this summer, L’Auberge Casino Resort is getting back to its roots with country music shows at Jack Daniel’s Bar & Grill, Friday and Saturday nights, starting at 10:30 p.m. July artists include Jake Worthington, July 1; Trademark, July 7; Brad Brinkley Band, July 8; Junior Gordon, July 14; Rob Copeland & the Outsiders, July 15; Luke Pell, July 21; LA Yard Dogs, July 22; Leauxco, July 28; and Parker McCollum, July 29. You can also appreciate entertainment at the exquisite L Bar or Ember Grille & Wine Bar, complete with piano entertainment as well as drink and appetizer specials. Upcoming Event Center shows include The Righteous Brothers, Sept. 2. Earlier this year, Delta Downs Racetrack Casino & Hotel completed a $45 million expansion project with

an all-new 167-room hotel tower. The property’s original 203-room hotel tower also received a complete redesign, and all 370 rooms feature a luxurious and modern feel, with dark wood textures, chocolate and smoky grey color palettes, and abstract modern art. Outside, guests can relax by the pool in a well-appointed cabana or day bed. Catch live musical entertainment inside the Gator Lounge each Friday and Saturday night, enjoy dinner at Rosewater Grill & Tavern or the Lookout Restaurant, or make plans now to see headlining performers Mark Chesnutt on July 29 and Rodney Carrington on August 26 in the Delta Event Center. 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 of the casino websites, log onto www.visitlakecharles.org/gaming.

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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, MonFri 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.

are always welcome and where friends become family.

BLUE DOG CAFE 609 Ryan St, Lake Charles, Mon-Fri 11am2pm / 5p-9p*, Sat 11am-2pm / 5pm-10pm, Sun 10:30am - 2pm, *Happy hour Mon-Fri 2-7, w/limited menu in bar 2-5 •The Blue Dog Cafe is a famous restaurant serving Cajun cuisine, Louisiana fusion, steaks and seafood amidst a private collection of artworks by renowned artist George Rodrigue.

Visit deltadowns.com for more info. Formal dining in a casual atmosphere, with a beautiful view of the racetrack. Enjoy the finest steaks and seafood, and an extensive domestic wine lint. A fine dining restaurant with banquet capabilities. Open 5:00pm – 10:00pm, Wednesday – Saturday, during live racing beginning April 22.

THE BOILING POINT 1730 Beglis Pkwy, Sulphur, LA 70663 (337) 625-9282, Open Mon-Fri 6am-9pm, Sat 10am-10pm, Closed Sun • Specializes in traditional Cajun cuisine. The Boiling Point provides delicious Cajun cooking & seafood served up with a smile. The menu includes fresh seafood, seafood dinners, boiled crawfish & homemade boudin. COYOTE BLUES 3624 Ryan St, Lake Charles; (337) 5025131, Mon-Thurs 11am-10pm, Fri-Sat 11am-11pm, Sun 11am-9pm • Using the freshest ingredients, we handcraft food that is Mexican, but add our own unique and flavorful spin. It is a place where you

DELTA DOWNS RACETRACK CASINO & HOTEL

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

DELTA DOWNS: THE TRIPLE CROWN BUFFET

Visit deltadowns.com for more info. The buffet features a 35-ft cooking station where you can enjoy grilled steaks, broiled fish and more, cooked to order before your very eyes. There are fresh salads, award-winning gumbos and a spectacular dessert station. And on Sunday, enjoy brunch with made-to-order omelettes and all your breakfast favorites. A fullservice, family restaurant.

the Down Home Diner, dine on Texasstyle BBQ at Boyd Barbecue, experience a variety of 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.

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.

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: CADILLAC MEXICAN KITCHEN & TEQUILA BAR www.goldennugget.com/lakecharles

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

GOLDEN NUGGET: CLAIM JUMPER 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.

The menu features a medley of homemade dishes including burgers, sandwiches, fresh-baked pot pie, GOLDEN NUGGET: BILL'S BAR specialty salads, pasta, baby back pork & BURGER OF NEW YORK ribs, seafood, Certified Angus Beef® www.goldennugget.com/lakecharles steaks and much more. All dressings, Home of the biggest standalone burger sauces, and desserts are made in house restaurant in the country, Bill’s Bar & daily including our tempting Six-Layer Burger is your one-stop shop for classic Chocolate Motherlode cake, featured as American fare. With locations in New York one of America’s "Top 5 Most Decadent DELTA DOWNS: FOOD COURT City and Pittsburgh and now a brand new Desserts" on the Food Network. Our Visit deltadowns.com for more info. location on our private Golden Nugget legendary breakfast is just as impressive. It’s time to let your taste buds run wild! beach, Bill’s provides a welcoming and Call to place a to-go order for pickup or Try any of the 5 restaurants in the Delta low key space for guests to enjoy good have it delivered directly to your room. Downs’ Food Court. Select southern-style company, sports games, great food and $6 House Margaritas & $6 House Bloody breakfasts and fried seafood baskets at our extensive list of local and craft beers. Marys all day, every day.

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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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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 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 perfect location for friends and family to enjoy a fabulous meal and have a great time. GOLDEN NUGGET: LANDRY’S SEAFOOD HOUSE www.goldennugget.com/lakecharles From the time the doors opened in 1947

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.

GOLDEN NUGGET: VIC & ANTHONY’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. HOLLIER’S CAJUN KITCHEN

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.

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but with one price, you can try as many as you like! ISLE OF CAPRI: OTIS & HENRY’S®

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

Mon-Thurs 4p-11pm, Fri-Sat 4pm-2am, Sun 11am-10pm / Howling Hour: Mon-Fri 4pm-7pm ($1.50 beer, $3 wine and halfpriced well drinks) • The Lone Wolf offers plenty of heat from the wings to the dance floor. We complement the great drinks with live entertainment.

ISLE OF CAPRI CASINO HOTEL

ISLE OF CAPRI: THE LONE WOLF EXPRESS® 100 Westlake Ave., Westlake (877) ISLE ONE, www.isleofcapricasinos.com Mon, Sat & Sun 11am-7pm, Tues-Fri Open 24 Hours • When you want a quick bite any ISLE OF CAPRI: FARMER’S PICK BUFFET® time of day, come enjoy all of your Asian and American favorites at Lone Wolf Breakfast: Mon-Fri 7am-10:30am, Sat & Sun Express. The ante has been upped with a 7am-10am, Brunch: Sat & Sun 10am-3 pm, new menu that combines local flavor with Lunch: Mon-Fri 11am-3 pm, Dinner: Sun-Thurs the freshest ingredients, prepared by GOLDEN NUGGET: THE BUFFET 4pm-9pm, Fri & Sat 4pm-11pm. • Enjoy all- talented chefs. At the Lone Wolf Express, www.goldennugget.com/lakecharles you-can-eat breakfast, lunch and seafood fantastic food and cold drinks are always Enjoy our buffet featuring seven different dinner buffets, featuring magnificent on tap. stations including fresh soups and breakfast spreads, tender chicken and salads, seafood, Asian, Mexican, Italian, beef entrées, crisp salads, and savory side American comfort and carving stations – dishes. Decisions…decisions…decisions. surrounded by an all new, modern design. So many delicious dishes to choose from,

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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 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.

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.

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. LEBLEU'S LANDING

202 Henning Dr, Sulphur, Mon-Thurs 10am9pm, Fri 10am-10pm, Sat 10am-9pm / Meat Market Opens at 7am, Closed Sun • Offers 777 Avenue L’Auberge, Lake Charles traditional Cajun cuisine as well as a full L’AUBERGE: FAVORITES SOUTHERN (337) 395-7777, www.mylauberge.com service meat market, processing boudin, KITCHEN Call for fine dining options. sausage and many other specialty meats. Sun-Thurs 6am-Midnight, Fri & Sat Open The facility also offers a gift shop, market 24 Hours • There’s nothing wrong with L’AUBERGE: JACK DANIEL’S® playing favorites! Our newest restaurant, area, and view area where you can see BAR & GRILL Boudin being made. Take advantage of Favorites Southern Kitchen, is the spot Mon-Thurs 3pm-10pm, Fri 3pm-11pm, for delicious breakfast, lunch, dinner and their yummy boudin and other specialty Sat 11am-11pm, Sun 11am-10pm, products. your late night cravings. This is a new JACK AFTER DARK Thurs-Sat 4pm-11pm Jack Daniel’s Bar & Grill serves up savory Southern dining experience we know LEONARD’S FOOD QUARTERS you’ll enjoy! food and tasty entertainment. The restaurant features over 25 beers on tap L’AUBERGE: EMBER GRILLE & WINE BARSM 1708 Gerstner Memorial Dr, Lake Charles, (337) 494-0618, Mon-Fri 7am-8pm, Sat from around the world & more than 35 Sun-Thurs 6pm-Til, Fri 6pm-11pm, 7am-6pm, Sun-Closed • Serving Breakfast, TVs, an array of BBQ selections & “offCajun/Creole, Seafood & Soul Food. the-grill” entrees made with Jack’s sauces Sat 5:30pm-11pm, BAR: Sun-Thurs 5:30pm-11pm, Fri & Sat 5:30pm- midnight What makes Leonard’s unique? It’s the and glazes. Sip. Savor. Celebrate. Sip one of more mixture of Cajun & Creole foods with than 200 bottles of wine from the area’s a touch of soul. And the attention that SM L’AUBERGE: ASIA most extensive cellar. Savor signature, we pay to every dish, from the entree to Fri-Sun 11am-4am, Mon-Thurs 11am-2am wood-fired entrees in the glow of the dressing. For a taste of the French Newly renovated and expanded, this expansive stone fireplaces. Quarter, come to Leonard’s. contemporary restaurant features Asianfusion cuisine and a sushi bar. Known LUNA BAR & GRILL L’AUBERGE: MODERN PANTRY for its unique sushi rolls, youcan’t miss Open 24 Hours • All homemade. All fresh. 719 Ryan Street, Lake Charles, out on the Louisiana-and Texas-inspired All good. For those late night cravings, (337) 494-5862, Mon-Sun 11am-10pm versions. visit our newest fast casual dining outlet, Serving New & Traditional American, Burgers, Cajun/Creole, French, Modern Pantry, at the former Desserts L’AUBERGE CASINO RESORT

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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 NINA P'S CAFE

1600 W McNeese St, Lake Charles, Mon-Sat 11am-9pm, Sun Closed • Homemade Southern-style plate lunches, dinners, burgers, New Orleans-style po-boys, 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

Boiling Point

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

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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. Memorial Dr location open Mon-Sun 6am10pm • Voted Best Breakfast in SWLA in 2014 & 2015. Always-fresh salads, out-of-this 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. 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 Cajunthemed 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 11am-10pm, 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

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Corner of Broad St. & Hwy. 14, Lake Charles, (337) 494-17z00, Sun-Thurs 10:30am-9 pm, Fri & Sat 10am-10pm Cajun/Creole, seafood. Serving lunch, dinner, & late night. Boiled crawfish (hot & spicy), crabs, seafood dinners, crawfish and shrimp pistolettes, gumbo, étouffée, po-boys, & stuffed potatoes. Fast fullservice restaurant. Banquet & catering available. Casual attire. STEAMBOAT BILL’S ON THE LAKE

1004 N. Lakeshore Dr., Lake Charles (337) 494-1070, Sun-Thurs 10:30am-9pm, Fri & Sat 10:30am-10pm • Cajun/Creole, seafood. Serving lunch, dinner, & late night. Boiled crawfish (hot & spicy), crabs, seafood dinners, crawfish and shrimp pistolettes, gumbo, étouffée, po-boys, & stuffed potatoes. Fast fullservice restaurant. Banquet & catering available. Casual attire. TIA JUANITAS FISH CAMP

723 Ryan St, Lake Charles, Mon-Thurs 11am-9pm, Fri-Sat 11am-10pm, Closed Sun • Mexican-Cajun Seafood. Fun and lively with great music and a casual atmosphere. Great fish tacos and gumbo. Expanded dinner menu featuring shrimp and grits, ribeye steaks and New Orleans barbecue shrimp. Boudin quesadillas are the talk of the town!

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SHOW BUSINESS In Southwest Louisiana Music Lake Charles Community Band Fourth of July Concert 7 p.m., July 4 Lake Charles Civic Center, Amphitheatre Celebrate the 4th of July with a free patriotic concert, in celebration of the City of Lake Charles' Red, White, Blue and You Festival. Bring your lawn chairs – immediately following the concert will be a beautiful fireworks display. Lake Charles Symphony: Summer Pops – The Rat Pack 7:00 p.m., July 15 Lake Charles Civic Center Celebrate the classic songs of Sinatra, Davis, and Martin, like That's Amore, The Lady is a Tramp, Mr. Bojangles, My Way, and of course, New York, New York with brand new orchestrations. Choreographed and scripted with original Rat Pack routines, you'll think you're swingin' at the Sands Hotel in Vegas.

The Mines Theatre Sulphur Sax in the City 7 p.m., July 15 Join us for this thrilling series with Grammy-Nominated, Music Educator, Saxophonist, and Louisiana native, Huber "Mickey" Smith Jr. Quickly becoming one of jazz's most thrilling and emotive performers and ambassadors, he continues to stand out and push boundaries as a composer, performer, teacher and recording artist. Each show is created by Smith and a catered meal will be served.

Theatre Children’s Theatre Company Theatre Workshops July 6-8, 17-21, & 24-28 These workshops introduce children ages 5-18 to theatre through the use of drama, games, creative movement, stage makeup and musical theatre. Workshops also cover auditioning for commercials, reading scripts, exploring commercial techniques and beginning improvisational skills.

The Mines Theatre: Freddie Pate’s Be-Bop Hop 6 p.m. August 12 W. W. Lewis Auditorium Freddie Pate and his talented cast of performers have entertained audiences for over 20 years with their live musical jamborees. This year's show will feature classic bebop favorites, a 10 piece band, and costumes and is sprinkled with comedy - a true family-friendly treat!

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 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.

The festival kicks off Thursday at 5 p.m. with the Frozen T-Shirt and Bizarre Boxcar contests, followed by the Queensâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Pageant at 7 p.m. On Friday, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a parade at 3 p.m., and Gospel Night will start at 5:45p.m. The Cannonball 5K Run

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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RED, WHITE, BLUE AND YOU CELEBRATION July 4

rom veterans who fought for our freedom to our current troops who now protect it, celebrate your liberty and freedom with a variety of exciting festivities at Red, White, Blue & You! The events kick off with a star-spangled street parade at 6 p.m. that will roll from Mill St. and south on Ryan St, concluding at Dr. Michael Debakey Blvd. After the parade, head over to the Lake Charles Civic Center Amphitheatre for a patriotic program beginning at 7 p.m. with musical entertainment. The Lake Charles Community Band will also take the stage featuring a special tribute to the Armed Forces with a sing-a-long provided by the Louisiana Choral Foundation and friends, followed by fireworks at 9:15 p.m. In case of inclement weather, the program will be moved to the Civic Center Coliseum. For more info visit www.cityoflakecharles.com or call (337) 491-9159.

CAJUN MUSIC & FOOD FESTIVAL July 14-15

eady to pass a good time? Checkout the 30th annual Cajun Music & Food Festival to get your fill of all your favorite Cajun specialties! Savory Cajun specialties like jambalaya, gumbo, cracklins and more will be on the menu along with Cajun spices that have pleased taste buds for centuries. Other festival highlights include Cajun waltz and two-step dance contests, raffles, live auction, arts and crafts booths, and cake walk. Love Cajun music? They’ll have plenty of local musicians that will get you dancing in no time! The festival will end with a Cajun French Mass and donut social at 8 a.m. on Sunday morning at the Cajun French Music Association building, 3481 E. Prien Lake Road. Organized by the Lake Charles chapter of the Cajun French Music Association, the festival is held at Burton Coliseum in Lake Charles, 7001 Gulf Highway. The hours are from 4-11 p.m. on Friday, July 14 and 9 a.m. – 11 p.m. on Saturday, July 15. Admission is $8 for adults; children 12 and younger get in free. For more information, call (337) 802-4077 or visit www.cfmalakecharles.com.

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he Lake Charles Symphony opens its 60th season with Summer Pops: The Rat Pack, July 15, at the Lake Charles Civic Center. Celebrate the classic songs of Sinatra, Davis, and Martin, like That's Amore, The Lady is a Tramp, Mr. Bojangles, My Way, and of course, New York, New York with brand new orchestrations. Choreographed and scripted with original Rat Pack routines,

you'll think you're swingin' at the Sands Hotel in Vegas. Summer Pops is a popular annual tradition in the Southwest Louisiana area. Each year brings a fun and exciting introduction to those experiencing orchestral music for the first time and to those who look forward to the Summer Pops program year after year. A variety of family food favorites, such as pizza,

hot dogs, nachos, and ice cream will be available for purchase. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the concert begins at 7 p.m. at the Lake Charles Civic Center (900 Lakeshore Dr.) and tickets start at $30 (student/child discounts available; free admission for children 6 & under in riser section). For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.lcsymphony.com.

MARSHLAND FESTIVAL July 28-29

very year, the small town of Hackberry makes its way over to the Lake Charles Civic Center for the annual Marshland Festival. Featuring music from Zydeco to Country to Cajun, the two-day festival celebrates the landscape that makes Southwest Louisiana unique. The festival helps raise funds for schools and church organizations in Hackberry and features exhibits, games, arts and crafts booths, food, live entertainment and is a tribute to the marshes that are famous in Southwest Louisiana and along the Creole Nature Trail All-American Road. Bring your dancing shoes, because the crowd is always on their feet dancing and celebrating our unique scenery. Doors open at 5 p.m. and live music begins at 6 p.m. on Friday, July 28, and ends at midnight. On Saturday, July 29, doors will open at 11 a.m. and music will begin at noon and end at midnight. Admission is $10 on Friday and $15 on Saturday. Children 12 and under are free. For more information, a complete schedule of events and band lineup, visit www.marshlandfestival.com or call 337-540-3182.

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CULINARY EXPLORATIONS S outhwest Louisiana has no shortage of culinary delights. Thanks to the recent brewery resurgence, unique Cajun cuisine and the popularity of food trucks, there are even more delicious opportunities for both locals and visitors to experience. One of the experiences that needs to be on your bucket list is Southwest Louisiana Boudin Trail. Boudin (pronounced BOO-dan) is a blend of pork, liver, rice, onions, parsley and dry seasonings that is stuffed into a casing. There are more than 30 local eateries that are a part of the Southwest Louisiana Boudin Trail, offering a variety of boudin flavors, including smoked, mild, alligator and shrimp! Head out to Boudin Wars, Saturday, September 9, at the Henning Cultural Center in Sulphur to sample of boudin in one place and vote for your favorite (see page 34). Crying Eagle Brewing Company and Rikenjaks Brewing Company are taking craft brew to new heights. Both breweries feature beer gardens, live music and most importantly, a variety of beers. Crying Eagle Brewing Co. also offers free tours of its state of the art facility. Rikenjaks partners its brews with a full menu that includes burgers, boudin, po’boys and more.

With no shortage of quality sugar cane in Louisiana, craft spirits, specifically rum, has had a renaissance of its own. The Louisiana rum tradition is brought to life by the Louisiana Spirits Distillery. See first-hand how the company’s popular Bayou Rum is produced during free tours offered Tuesday-Saturday throughout the day. And, who doesn’t love food trucks? There is an immense amount of flavor rolling through the streets of Southwest Louisiana, from the Weinie Dogs cart specialty hotdogs, to HiLicious, a traditional Chinese, to The Sloppy Taco, these trucks have a wide variety, and seem to be adding new fans on each corner where they set up shop. Truth is, no matter what you are craving, Southwest Louisiana has a treat for you and it’s sure to please. So grab your family and friends and head to Southwest Louisiana to savor our flavor! For more information on these culinary experiences and more, go to www.VisitLakeCharles.org/culinary-explorations.

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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 celebrates 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.

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.

Southwest Louisiana Genealogical & Historical Library

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

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.

Niblett’s Bluff Park

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS July - September

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Movies in the Square: The Jungle Book The Grove at Heritage Square/Sulphur

Second Saturdays in Sulphur Art Camp 22 Henning Cultural Center & Brimstone Museum/Sulphur

Human Trafficking Open Seminar Central Library/Lake Charles

10-11

Summer Youth Choir Camp University United Methodist Church/Lake Charles

Isley Brothers Golden Nugget Lake Charles

10-14 Branch Out Summer Arts Camp Imperial Calcasieu Museum/Lake Charles

LA Yard Dogs Jack Daniel's Bar & Grill/Lake Charles

The Kadillacs Isle of Capri Casino Hotel/Westlake

10-14 Kids College Summer Camp: Explore Engineering McNeese State University/Lake Charles

22, 29 McNeese Leisure Learning: Beginning Photoshop Phototek/Lake Charles

11th Annual SWLA Patriot’s Ball Lake Charles Civic Center

11, 18, McNeese Leisure Learning: Classic Movie Series 25 McNeese Burton Business Center/Lake Charles

23-28 LA Home & Foreign Mission Baptist State Convention Lake Charles Civic Center

Diana Ross Golden Nugget Lake Charles

Firecracker Futurity Delta Downs Racetrack Casino Hotel/Vinton

Jake Worthington Jack Daniels Bar & Grill, L’Auberge Casino Resort/ Lake Charles

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1, 8, 15, Charlestown Farmers Market (Downtown) 22, 29 1911 Historic City Hall/Lake Charles

1-2

79th Annual Fishing Rodeo SWLA Fishing Clubhouse/Lake Charles

13, 27 Cash & Carry Farmers Market Prien Lake Park/Lake Charles

1-3

USSSA Baseball 8 & Under World Series Frasch & Pattison Park/Sulphur

1-25

John Whaley Exhibit Black Heritage Gallery/Lake Charles

14 Summer Concert Series: Hank Williams, Jr. Golden Nugget Lake Charles

1-28

Bayou Games Summer Blast 2017 Day Camp Bayou Games Family Entertainment Center/Sulphur

14-15

About Last Night Isle of Capri Casino Hotel/Westlake

1-31

Works of Women Exhibit Henning Cultural Center/Sulphur

14-15

Cajun Food & Music Festival Burton Complex/Lake Charles

3 4

Sheryl Crow Golden Nugget Lake Charles

Lake Charles Symphony Summer Pops: The Rat Pack Lake Charles Civic Center

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Lake Area Runners 4 Miler Calcasieu Parish Police Jury Parking Lot/Lake Charles

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Lake Charles Community Band Concert Lake Charles Civic Center Red, White, Blue & You! Lake Charles Civic Center Grounds

4, 11, Cash & Carry Farmers Market 18, 25 Cash & Carry Building/Lake Charles

The Chuck Taylors Isle of Capri Casino Hotel/Westlake

Give a Wish Gala West Cal Arena & Events Center/Sulphur

Dutch Oven Cooking Sam Houston Jones State Park/Moss Bluff

McNeese Softball Pitching and Catching Clinic McNeese Cowgirl Diamond/Lake Charles

24-28 Branch Out Summer Arts Camp Imperial Calcasieu Museum/Lake Charles 24-28 Kids College Summer Camp: Astronomy & Rockets McNeese State University/Lake Charles 24-28 Summer Theatre Workshop: Kidz in Showbiz! Central School Arts & Humanities Center/Lake Charles 25-26 McNeese Softball Elite Skills Camp McNeese Cowgirl Diamond/Lake Charles 27

Herbie Stutes and The Grand Shin Isle of Capri Casino Hotel/Westlake

Calcasieu Parish Sheriff Mancuso’s Bingo & Lunch SPAR Recreation & Aquatic Center/Sulphur

Little Black Dress Party Golden Nugget Lake Charles – Blue Martini

Harp Camp Concert McNeese Tritico Theatre/Lake Charles

Ron White Golden Nugget Lake Charles

Na Na Sha Isle of Capri Casino Hotel/Westlake

Sesquicentennial: Pop Up Museum Central Library/Lake Charles

Leauxco Jack Daniel's Bar & Grill/Lake Charles

15 Sulphur Sax in the City Summer Series The Mines Theatre/Sulphur Kids College Summer Camp: Drama! Drama! Drama! McNeese State University/Lake Charles 17-21 Branch Out Summer Arts Camp Imperial Calcasieu Museum/Lake Charles 6 The Pookie Marceaux Band Isle of Capri Casino Hotel/Westlake 17-21 Kicker Kutie Dance Camp McNeese Recreational Complex/Lake Charles 6, 20 Charlestown Farmers Market Lock Park/Lake Charles 17-21 Kids College Summer Camp: Imagination & Inventions 6, 13, Summer Film Series McNeese State University/Lake Charles 20, 27 Imperial Calcasieu Museum/Lake Charles 17-21 Louisiana Rural Water Conference 6-8 Summer Theatre Workshop: Wild Things! Lake Charles Civic Center Central School Arts & Humanities Center/Lake Charles 5-7

28-29 Marshland Festival Lake Charles Civic Center 29

Gridiron 45 Lake Charles Civic Center, Buccaneer Room

Mark Chesnutt Delta Downs Racetrack Casino & Hotel/Vinton

Peter McCollum Jack Daniel's Bar & Grill/Lake Charles

Rockin Dopsie Jr. and The Zydeco Twisters Isle of Capri Casino Hotel/Westlake

29-30 Summer Theatre Workshop: Midsummer Fun! Central School Arts & Humanities Center/Lake Charles 29-30 Young Band Nation Summer Band Camp

2D Sports Baseball World Series Various Locations

Tipitina’s Music Office Co-Op/Lake Charles

Miss Globe Louisiana West Cal Arena & Events Center/Sulphur

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Summer Theatre Workshop: Acting for the Camera 17-21 Central School Arts & Humanities Center/Lake Charles

Summer Concert Series: I Love the 90’s Golden Nugget Lake Charles

17-21

Trademark Jack Daniel's Bar & Grill/Lake Charles

19-23 Salty Catch Fishing Rodeo Golden Nugget Lake Charles

7-8

Nashville Yacht Club Isle of Capri Casino Hotel/Westlake

Dikki Du and The Zydeco Krewe Isle of Capri Casino Hotel/Westlake

Brad Brinkley Band Jack Daniel's Bar & Grill/Lake Charles

Luke Pell Jack Daniel's Bar & Grill/Lake Charles

Dennis Miller Golden Nugget Lake Charles

Summer Concert Series: Lee Brice Golden Nugget Lake Charles

Louisiana Showcase Night - Lee Berwick Futurity Delta Downs Racetrack Casino Hotel/Vinton

21-22 Parish County Line Isle of Capri Casino Hotel/Westlake

Shine Flournoy Golf Tournament Mallard Cove Golf Course/Lake Charles

31-8/4 Kids College Summer Camp: Ocean Exploration McNeese State University/Lake Charles

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National Night Out West Cal Arena & Events Center/Sulphur

1, 8, 15, Cash & Carry Farmers Market 22, 29 Cash & Carry Building/Lake Charles

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Big Daddy Weave Concert Glad Tidings Church/Lake Charles

Keith Sweat Golden Nugget Lake Charles

Delta Waterfowl Banquet Burton Complex/Lake Charles

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Charlestown Farmers Market Lock Park/Lake Charles

Rodney Carrington Delta Downs Racetrack Casino & Hotel/Vinton

Food Trucks Invade Crying Eagle Brewery/Lake Charles

3, 10

Summer Film Series Imperial Calcasieu Museum/Lake Charles

Southwest Ranch Rodeo Burton Complex/Lake Charles

14, 28 Cash & Carry Farmers Market Prien Lake Park/Lake Charles

Summer Concert Series: Jason Derulo Golden Nugget Lake Charles

26-27 Lake Charles Gun & Knife Show Lake Charles Civic Center

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Jehovah’s Witnesses Convention Burton Complex/Lake Charles

McNeese State Volleyball vs. Southern McNeese Memorial Gym/Lake Charles

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LaWanda Donald Exhibit Black Heritage Gallery/Lake Charles Drums & Drafts McNeese Band Fundraiser Crying Eagle Brewery/Lake Charles

YOUniversity – Free Professional Development Seminar SEED Center/Lake Charles

Mad Hot Ballroom, SWLA Celebrity Dancing Competition L’Auberge Casino Resort/Lake Charles

5, 12, Charlestown Farmers Market (Downtown) 19, 26 1911 Historic City Hall/Lake Charles 10

Food Trucks Invade Crying Eagle Brewery/Lake Charles

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Kids College Summer Camp: Around the World McNeese State University/Lake Charles

10, 24 Cash & Carry Farmers Market Prien Lake Park/Lake Charles 11

Summer Concert Series: FloRida Golden Nugget Lake Charles

Purple Reign “The Prince Tribute Show” Lake Charles Civic Center

Bingo for Designer Purses Foreman-Reynaud Community Center/Lake Charles

Mines Theatre: Freddie Pate’s Be-Bop Hop W.W. Lewis Auditorium/Sulphur

Tanya Tucker Golden Nugget Lake Charles

MSU Band Kick-off Dinner & Showcase Burton Complex/Lake Charles

McNeese Women’s Soccer vs. Louisiana Tech McNeese Cowgirl Field/Lake Charles

Arts & Crabs Fest Burton Complex/Lake Charles

Sesquicentennial Pop Up Museum Central Library/Lake Charles

Faculty/Guest Artist Series: Carol Lines (soprano), Jan Scott (clarinet) and Lina Morita (piano) McNeese Tritico Theatre/Lake Charles

McNeese Women’s Soccer vs. Southeastern McNeese Cowgirl Field/Lake Charles

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St. Theresa Bon Ton Festival St. Theresa Catholic Church/Sulphur

31-10/6 Jacob Dugas Retrospective Exhibition McNeese Abercrombie Gallery/Lake Charles

Calcasieu Parish Relay Swim Meet SPAR Recreation & Aquatic Center/Sulphur

31-10/6 Student Art Association Promenade Exhibit McNeese Grand Gallery, Mezzanine/Lake Charles

16 Sesquicentennial: Pop Up Museum Central Library/Lake Charles

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16-17, Caroline, or Change 23-24 ACTS Theatre/Lake Charles

Charlie Daniels Band Golden Nugget Lake Charles

17-20 Rhea Lana’s of Lake Charles Consignment Sale Lake Charles Civic Center

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Jehovah’s Witnesses Convention Burton Complex/Lake Charles

McNeese State Volleyball vs. Nicholls McNeese Memorial Gym/Lake Charles

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Works of Men Exhibit Henning Cultural Center/Sulphur

McNeese State Volleyball vs. Houston Baptist McNeese Memorial Gym/Lake Charles

The Commodores Golden Nugget Lake Charles

22-23 Marvelous Wonderettes Lake Charles Little Theatre

Itinerant Theatre’s “Coffee House Theatre” Stellar Beans/Lake Charles

2nd Annual Flock-Fest Flock of Five Gift and Art Emporium/Sulphur

2, 9, 16, Charlestown Farmers Market (Downtown) 23, 30 1911 Historic City Hall/Lake Charles

Dutch Oven Cooking Sam Houston Jones State Park/Moss Bluff

Boozoo Labor Day Festival KC Hall/Iowa

McNeese State Football vs. Houston Baptist McNeese Cowboy Stadium/Lake Charles

McNeese State Volleyball vs. Grambling McNeese Memorial Gym/Lake Charles

Southbound Showdown Crossfit Competition Burton Complex/Lake Charles

5, 12, Cash & Carry Farmers Market 19, 26 Cash & Carry Building/Lake Charles

Shaken Not Stirred, The Music of James Bond Golden Nugget Lake Charles

McNeese Percussion Studio Recital McNeese Tritico Theatre/Lake Charles

Gallery Promenade Various Locations

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Charlestown Farmers Market Lock Park/Lake Charles

McNeese Women’s Soccer vs. SFA McNeese Cowgirl Field/Lake Charles

Jerry Jeff Walker Golden Nugget Lake Charles

Sesquicentennial Exhibit 1911 Historic City Hall/Lake Charles

McNeese Faculty Potpourri Performance McNeese Tritico Theatre/Lake Charles

29-10/1 Calcasieu High School Rodeo West Cal Arena & Events Center/Sulphur

McNeese Women’s Soccer vs. Southern McNeese Cowgirl Field/Lake Charles

29-10/1 Caroline, or Change ACTS Theatre/Lake Charles

Marvelous Wonderettes Lake Charles Little Theatre

29-12/7 Annual Faculty Exhibition McNeese Grand Gallery/Lake Charles

Boudin Wars, food competition Henning Cultural Center/Sulphur

City of Lake Charles Sesquicentennial Parade Downtown Lake Charles

McNeese State Football vs. Florida Tech McNeese Cowboy Stadium/Lake Charles

Lake Charles Symphony: Evangeline Suite Lake Charles Civic Center

Stars and Stripes in the Park Classic Car Show Heritage Square/Sulphur

Legacy on the Lake: Car, Truck & Bike Show Vicki B’s Café/Lake Charles

LA Association of Municipal Secretaries & Assistants Conference Golden Nugget Lake Charles

30-10/1 Habibi Shrine Circus Lake Charles Civic Center

8 19, 26 McNeese Leisure Learning: Beginning Photoshop Phototek/Lake Charles 8 24 Jordan World Circus Burton Complex/Lake Charles 8 24 SOWELA’s Taste of Lake Charles SOWELA Technical Community College/Lake Charles 8-10, 15-17 24-9/29 Works of Men Exhibit Henning Cultural Center/Sulphur 9 25 Clint Black Golden Nugget Lake Charles 9 25 McNeese Women’s Soccer vs. UL-Lafayette McNeese Cowgirl Field/Lake Charles 9 26

Dutch Oven Cooking Sam Houston Jones State Park/Moss Bluff

Iowa Arts and Crafts Festival Iowa Community Center

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3231 Lake Street, Lake Charles, LA 70601

337.477.4230 • 877.226.0223 (Toll Free) Exit 5 off I-210

NEWLY RENOVATED

(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

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ARTS & CRABS FEST August 19

outhwest Louisiana’s only arts and crab festival returns Saturday, August 19, from 5-8 p.m. at the Burton Complex, 7001 Gulf Hwy., Lake Charles. Arts and Crabs Fest celebrates the ties between Louisiana seafood and culture. With the purchase of a wristband, festival goers can access an extensive crab and beer tasting which features some of Southwest Louisiana’s most popular restaurants each offering a crab dish that is representative of their cuisine’s styles and personalities. Louisiana craft brew samples are offered as complementary additions to all dishes. Throughout the event, crab chefs battle for festival-goers’ votes in the annual Best Crab Dish award, which is determined by the amount of tips each chef receives. Other highlights include live music and an expansive art market featuring local artists’ paintings, jewelry and more. Arts & Crabs Fest is quickly becoming a signature event for Southwest Louisiana and is consistently a sell-out. A limited number of $40 wristbands will be sold, and they are available to purchase online at www.artsandhumanitiesswla.org. Call (337) 439-2787 for more festival information.

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BOOZOO LABOR DAY FESTIVAL September 4

ith great food, music and culture the 33rd Annual Boozoo Labor Day Festival continues to be a Southwest Louisiana favorite. Named for Zydeco legend Wilson “Boozoo” Chavis, the festival celebrates his legacy and love of Zydeco music. Come hungry because the festival will feature all your Creole favorites like crawfish étouffée, red beans and rice, barbecue pork sandwiches and more! The sounds of Cajun and Zydeco masters will get you up and on your feet. Bring your friends and family out to celebrate Labor Day and the Creole culture with tasty cuisine and live music the whole family can enjoy. The festival is held at the KC Hall (503 US-90) in Iowa and doors open at 10 a.m. with music kicking off at 11 a.m. Admission is $15 for adults and free for kids 12 and under. No ice chests allowed. For more information, call Mason Trail at (337) 853-2350 or Rellis Chavis, Jr. at (337) 489-0140.

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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.

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BOUDIN WARS September 9

he 6th annual Boudin Wars will take place on September 9, at Henning Cultural Center in Sulphur. Local restaurants and chefs will compete for the a variety of titles, so get your taste buds ready and vote for your favorite boudin stop in Southwest Louisiana. Tickets are $10 which allows you to sample the boudin. Don’t forget to look at the hundreds of classic cars, hot rods, trucks, and motorcycles that will be displayed for the Stars and Stripes in the Park Classic Car Show next door at Heritage Square, 1211 Ruth St. Call the Brimstone Museum at (337) 5270357 or visit www.brimstonemuseum.org for more information.

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STARS & STRIPES IN THE PARK CLASSIC CAR SHOW September 9

rive out to the Stars and Stripes in the Park Classic Car Show Saturday, September 9 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. at Heritage Square, 1211 Ruth St. in Sulphur. More than 300 car enthusiasts will roll into Sulphur's Heritage Square with a variety of cars on display. From classic cars, trucks and hot rods, to motorcycles, low riders and 4x4's, this show offers something for every car lover. In addition, there will be live music and food booths on site, as well as door prizes and entertainment for the children. For more information, call Chris Guidry at (337) 419-5284.

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

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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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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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ST. THERESA BON TON FESTIVAL September 15-17

t. Theresa Bon Ton Festival is a local tradition that has been going on for over 50 years. It is known for the great music and family friendly atmosphere. The festival includes live and silent auctions, carnival rides, game booths, bingo, washer board tournaments, garage sale, a sweet shop, delicious food booths including fried catfish, crawfish étouffée, pork jambalaya, gumbo, barbecue, funnel cakes and of course, live music! There will also be a large covered pavilion perfect for eating, dancing and visiting. The festival hours are Friday, September 15, 5 p.m.-10:30 p.m. Saturday, September 16, 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m. and Sunday, September 17, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., and admission is free. For more information on the festival, call the church at (337) 583-4800 or visit www.st-theresa-parish.org.

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GALLERY PROMENADE September 29

allery Promenade, the Arts & Humanities Council of Southwest Louisiana’s annual gallery and museum showcase, is the perfect occasion to pick out a unique piece of art while supporting local artists. On Friday, Sept. 29 from 5 - 9 p.m. galleries throughout Lake Charles and Sulphur open their doors and showcase artwork by regional and local artists. Gallery Promenade is a celebratory event that encourages the public to travel from gallery to gallery for a comprehensive and interactive experience of the diverse Southwest Louisiana’s art and the many artists and art spaces that are further developing the region’s cultural economy. The Promenade is a great time to check out galleries, visit with friends or sample the delicious food from various local restaurants. Gallery Promenade helps boost the public’s awareness of the businesses that work daily to promote the local art scene. For more information on Gallery Promenade, including locations, visit www.artsandhumanitiesswla.org, or call (337) 439-ARTS (2787).

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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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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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SESQUICENTENNIAL CELEBRATION September 29 – October 1

elebrate the 150th birthday of the City of Lake Charles with history, live music, a parade and more! A historical exhibit, titled 150 Years of Lake Charles, will open on Friday, September 29, at 1911 Historic City Hall (1001 Ryan St.) in Lake Charles. The Sesquicentennial Parade of Festivals will be on Saturday, September 30, followed by a family concert on the Lakefront Promenade. Additionally, local churches are invited to

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participate in a community-wide prayer service at their individual church on Sunday, October 1. 1911 Historic City Hall is open Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information on the Sesquicentennial Celebration, visit www.celebratelakecharles150.com.

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 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 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 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 Bad Apple Saloon 3436 Ryan St., Lake Charles Bar 46 Golden Nugget Lake Charles 2550 Golden Nugget Blvd. Blue Martini Golden Nugget Lake Charles 2550 Golden Nugget Blvd. Cadillac Mexican Kitchen & Tequila Bar Golden Nugget Lake Charles 2550 Golden Nugget Blvd. Cajun’s Wharf 3500 Ryan St., Lake Charles Cigar Club/C.C. Vapor 1700 E. Prien Lake Rd. #5, Lake Charles

Frosty Factory 4688 Common St., Lake Charles

My Place American Pub 630 W. Prien Lake Rd.,Lake Charles

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

O.B.’s Bar & Grill 1301 Ryan St., Lake Charles

Globar L’Auberge Casino Resort 777 Ave. L’Auberge, Lake Charles H2O Pool + Bar Golden Nugget Lake Charles 2550 Golden Nugget Blvd. Ice Bar Golden Nugget Lake Charles 2550 Golden Nugget Blvd. Jack Daniel’s® Bar & Grill L’Auberge Casino Resort, 777 Ave. L’Auberge, Lake Charles

Cowboys 5329 Common St., Lake Charles

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

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

Loggerheads Bar 3748 Hwy. 3059, Lake Charles

Darrell’s 119 West College St., Lake Charles

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

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

Luna Bar & Grill 719 Ryan St., Lake Charles Luna LIVE 710 Ryan St., Lake Charles Martini’s 2116 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 339 W Prien Lake Rd., 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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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 & SUITES 1320 N. Martin Luther King Hwy. (337) 990-5325 BEST WESTERN PLUS PRIEN LAKE INN & SUITES 1245 E. Prien Lake Rd. 337) 477-5900 COMFORT INN 607 E. Prien Lake Rd. (337) 478-4650 COMFORT SUITES 1016 N. Martin Luther King Hwy. (337) 436-6400 COURTYARD MARRIOTT LAKE CHARLES 2995 L’Auberge Blvd. (337) 477-5020 DAYS INN 1212 N. Lakeshore Dr. (337) 433-9461 DELUXE INN 3900 Hwy. 90 E. (337) 433-1024 ECONO LODGE 351 N. Martin Luther King Hwy. (337) 721-8001 GOLDEN NUGGET LAKE CHARLES 2550 Golden Nugget Blvd. (844) 777-4653 HAMPTON INN 3175 Holly Hill Rd. (337) 480-6443 HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS HOTELS & SUITES 402 N. Martin Luther King Hwy. (337) 491-6600 HOLIDAY INN & SUITES LAKE CHARLES 2940 Lake St. (337) 310-7700 HOWARD JOHNSON INN 825 BROAD ST. (337) 436-4311 KNIGHTS INN 2700 E. Broad St. (337) 433-8291 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

COMFORT SUITES 2505 Hwy. 108 S. (337) 625-6448

OASIS INN 1000 N. Lakeshore Dr. (337) 494-7270

CRESENT VIEW LODGING 700 W Napoleon St. (337) 888-3053

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

CROSSLAND ECONOMY STUDIOS 104 Mallard St., (337) 625-5923

QUALITY INN & SUITES 3211 Venture Park Dr. (337) 480-0898 RED ROOF INN & SUITES 269 Hwy. 397 (337) 990-0165 RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT 1591 W. Prien Lake Rd. (337) 474-1772 RICHMOND SUITES HOTEL 2600 Moeling St. (337) 433-5213 RODEWAY INN 335 Hwy. 171 (337) 433-1773

DAYS INN SULPHUR 108 Dennis Ave., (337) 312-0108 FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES 2615 Ruth St., (337) 528-2629 HAMPTON INN BY HILTON SUPHUR/LAKE CHARLES AREA 210 Henning Dr. (337) 527-0000 HOLIDAY INN SULPHUR 330 Arena Rd. (337) 527-0858 HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS SUITES SULPHUR 102 Mallard St. (337) 625-2500

LAQUINTA INN SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTT 2600 S. Ruth St. 1551 W. Prien Lake Rd. (337) 527-8303 (337) 474-1112 MOTEL 6 SUNRISE INN 2022 Ruth St. 5390 Hwy. 90 E. (337) 527-8146 (337) 437-8339 QUALITY INN & SUITES SULPHUR SUPER 8 INN & SUITES 320 S. Cities Service Hwy. 1004 N. MARTIN LUTHER KING (337) 626-7000 HWY. (337) 310-7666 RED ROOF INN 2619 S. Ruth St. SUPER 8 MOTEL (337) 527-1000 1350 E. Prien Lake Rd. (337) 477-1606 STUDIO 6 EXTENDED STAY 112 Dennis Ave. TOWNEPLACE SUITES (337) 564-5780 LAKE CHARLES 2985 L’Auberge Blvd. SUPER 8 SULPHUR (337) 477-5824 101 Mallard St. (337) 626-8800 WOODSPRINGS SUITES 3202 N. Power Centre Pkwy. WINGATE BY WYNDHAM (337) 564-6966 300 ARENA RD. (337) 527-5151 WINGATE BY WYNDHAM WESTLAKE 1731 W. Prien Lake Rd. ISLE OF CAPRI CASINO HOTEL (337) 502-5112 INN AND TOWER SULPHUR 100 Westlake Ave. A+ MOTEL & RV PARK (337) 430-2400 4631 Hwy. 27 S. (337) 583-2631 LAQUINTA INN & SUITES 1008 Sampson St. AMERICA’S BEST VALUE INN (337) 660-2525 307 Garrett St. DEQUINCY (337) 287-4828 HERITAGE PLACE HOTEL & SUITES 1028 East Fourth Street BAYMONT INN & SUITES (337) 786-2919 325 Arena Rd. (337) 313-6018 RED OAK INN 1575 West 4th St. BEST WESTERN PLUS (337) 786-3890 EXECUTIVE HOTEL & SUITES 1200 Pintail Dr. VINTON (337) 625-9000 BEST WESTERN CASINO INN 2466 Toomey Road CANDLEWOOD SUITES (337) 551-6350 320 Arena Rd. (337) 528-5777

DELTA DOWNS RACETRACK CASINO & HOTEL 2717 Delta Downs Dr. (337) 589-7441 LONGHORN TRUCK & CAR PLAZA 2374 Hwy. 109 S. (337) 589-5647 IOWA HOWARD JOHNSON EXPRESS 107 E. Frontage Rd. (337) 582-2440 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

ACADIAN ACRES RV PARK, 2211 Patton St, Sulphur, LA (337) 625-7275 CHOUPIQUE RV PARK 7657 Hwy. 27 S. (337) 583-8439 FOREST VILLAGE RV PARK, 2010 Patton St, Sulphur, LA, (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

COOLING SPRINGS RV PARK 5595 Hwy. 90 East (337) 433-4187

LLOYD’S COUNTRY STORE RV PARK 318 Phillips Rd. (337) 540-3925

COUNTRY OAKS RV PARK 6336 East Opelousas St. (337) 497-0025

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

JEAN LAFITTE RV PARK 2101 Pujol Rd. (337) 439-2080

DEQUINCY KENNY’S RV PARK 1577 West 4th St. 337-786-5562

KERSHAW’S CAJUN VILLAGE 3401 E. Prien Lake Road (337) 477-4915 LITTLE LAKE CHARLES RV RESORT 4200 Luke Powers Rd. (337) 433-1114 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 TWELVE OAKS RV PARK 2736 Conoco St. (337) 439-2916 TWELVE PALMS RV PARK DOWNTOWN 2323 Broad St. (337) 419-1806

WOODLAKE PARK ESTATES 1600 West 4th St. (337) 660-4544 VINTON NIBLETT’S BLUFF PARK 3409 Niblett’s Bluff Rd. (I-10 Exit 4) (337) 589-7117 PARADISE RV & CABIN RESORT 2466 Toomey Rd. (337) 551-6352 TEXAS PELICAN RV PARK 2219 Old Hwy. 90 (337) 589-5239 V RV PARK 1514 Azema St. (1-10 Exit 8) (337) 589-2300 IOWA CYPRESS BEND RV PARK 717 N. Thompson Ave. (337) 582-1722

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

HAYES LORRAIN PARK 7803 Lorrain Rd. (337) 721-3540

SULPHUR A+ MOTEL & RV PARK 4631 Hwy. 27 S. (337) 583-2631

STARKS ALLIGATOR PARK 5316 Alligator Park Rd. (337) 721-3540

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MUSEUMS PRESERVING THE MAGIC Southwest Louisiana is rich in history and imagination. Four museums in the Lake Charles area give visitors a chance to see the magic of the Mardi Gras Museum with the largest display of Mardi Gras costumes in the world; the hands-on Children’s Museum, complete with interactive displays to stimulate young minds; and the Imperial Calcasieu Museum, transporting visitors back to a bygone era, also check out the USS Orleck Naval Museum! In nearby Sulphur, the Henning Cultural Center, part of the Brimstone Museum Complex has rotating exhibits; and in DeQuincy, the Railroad Museum showcases the town’s heritage along with the Town Hall Museum.

MUSEUMS

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 $5 adults, $3 children (under 12) and $3 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 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, 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, www.niblettsbluffpark. com, Daily 10am-6pm (office); 6am-10pm (park)

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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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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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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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