Magnolia LNG

FOX29/the Lake Charles CW

Union Pacific Foundation

Southwest Beverage

Deep South Productions

Parker Brand Creative

Tobacco Free Living

Calcasieu Historical Preservation Society

McDonald's of SWLA

IBERIABANK

Coca-Cola

Fusion Five

Knight Media Printing

Acadiana Profile Magazine

Tom Sawyer

Louisiana Lottery

First Federal Bank of LA

Beverage Sales

SpringHill Suites by Marriott

ASI Office Systems

Louisiana Solar Industry

The O'Carroll Group

LakeCharles.com

Thrive Magazine

Lake Charles Vapor

LCP

J&R Carriage

The Lab Design Group

Tipitina's Foundation

Botsky's Premium Hotdogs

MyPlace American Pub

Allstate - Dean Day

Empire of the Seed

Redfish Rentals

Digikast

Shearman Media

Automotive Alignment & Brake Service

Chesson Law Office

The Dev Department

The Lieutenant of Inishmore

Nov. 12-16

Shearman Fine Arts Performing Arts Theatre, MSU Campus

4205 Ryan St., Lake Charles

McNeese Bayou Players presents Martin McDonagh's horrific and hilarious play, "The Lieutenant of Inishmore," as the second production of the season. The play depicts the gleeful and gruesome story of political terrorism in rural Ireland. Lauded as "Monty Python meets Quentin Tarantino," McDonagh weaves a darkly comedic tale that has left audiences worldwide gasping, howling, and buzzing with excitement. For mature audiences. Directed by Greg Stratton. Tickets at the door are $15 for adults, $10 for seniors, MSU faculty/staff, and children K-12, and free to MSU students. Call 337-475-5040 for details.

Vinyl Night

Thursday, Nov. 13, 7pm

Stellar Beans

319 Broad St., Lake Charles

Bring your vinyls and share your favorite music with others! Alex Hoffpauir will bring a turntable and keep the music flowing! Sign up starts at 7:00 p.m. Call 337- 564-5739 for details.

Sordid Lives

Nov. 13-16, 21-23, times vary

Lake Charles Little Theatre

813 Enterprise Blvd., Lake Charles

Ticket Info: www.kcproductionsswla.org 

A colorful family from a small Texas town must come to grips with the accidental death of the elderly family matriarch during a clandestine meeting in a seedy motel room with her much younger, married neighbor. The woman's family must deal with their own demons while preparing for what could be an embarrassing funeral. Tickets are $20. Production contains strong language and adult content. For details, visit www.kcproductionsswla.org or call 337-302-2259.

Jos�-Mar�a Cund�n Opening Reception

Friday, Nov. 14, 6pm-8pm

Imperial Calcasieu Museum

204 W. Sallier St., Lake Charles

Premiere new works by the world-renowned Louisiana artist. The Opening Reception will be held Friday, November 14th, 6-8 P.M. in the Gibson-Barham Gallery of the Imperial Calcasieu Museum. A gallery talk will be given. This exhibit will be on display until December 30th. For details, call 337-439-3797.

Love, Loss & What I Wore

Nov. 14-23

ACTS Theatre

1 Reid St., Lake Charles

Ticket Info: www.actstheatre.com 

ACTS is proud to present "Love, Loss and What I Wore" which is directed by Kristina Perez Webster and presented by special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service, Inc. Based on the bestselling book by Ilene Beckerman, Nora and Delia Ephron have created an intimate collection of monologues and ensemble pieces about women, clothes and memories. Due to mature content, this show is recommended for adult audiences only. Tickets are $20 for adults, $15 for seniors and $10 for students with a valid ID, and may be purchased at the box office, online at www.actstheatre.com. Call 337-433-2287 for details.

How Do You Home Brew?

Saturday, Nov. 15, 9am-2pm

Stellar Beans

319 Broad St., Lake Charles

This Saturday, November 15th, Kirk Knipmeyer will be here demonstrating different home brew methods so you can enjoy a great tasting cup of coffee at home! He will demonstrate the Clever Dripper, Hario V60, and the AeroPress. You can taste coffee brewed by all three methods and choose the one that best suits your taste. $5 per person to taste all the coffee you want! Purchase home-brew equipment and a 1/2 lb of coffee beans at the event and get 10% off. Just in time for the holiday shopping lists! Call 337- 564-5739 for details.

Silk Scarf Painting Class

Saturday, Nov. 15, 9:30am-12pm

McNeese Leisure Learning presents a one-day class on painting silk scarves and other small gifts. Local artist Nancy Melton will lead the class. The "painting" is done with colored tissue. Call 337-475-5616 to enroll or call 337-304-2090 for details.

Authors on the Bayou

Saturday, Nov. 15, 10am-2pm

Central Library

301 W. Claude St., Lake Charles

Central Library presents a day of meeting local authors and illustrators, readings, and workshops on Saturday, Nov. 15 from 10am to 2pm. Authors and illustrators include Tommie Townsley, Darrell Freeman, Sharon Steinman, Jerica Guillory, Sherry Perkins, Sherrill Gallien, Tim Pennington, Michael Moreau, and Dr. Elaine Parker Adams. For details, call 337-721-7118.

Skirts Performance & Screening

Saturday, Nov. 15, 7pm

Benjamin W. Mount Auditorium, Central School

809 Kirby St., Lake Charles

Skirts, which will be presented on Nov. 15th at 7pm at Central School, will present artists Jessica Cornish and Lia Kohl with Victoria Eleanor Bradford under A House Unbuilt Dance Theatre. The premise of the work is bound up in what we wear when we dance, or what we wear as women, both traditionally and contemporaneously-we find ourselves fashioned into skirts. Cornish and Bradford chose four skirt types to research-the hoop skirt, the house skirt (or apron), the work (or pencil) skirt, and the sport (or tennis) skirt. Tickets are $5 at the door and kids get in free. To preview footage, visit www.skirtsfordancing.com. 

Immaculate Conception Cathedral Concert

Saturday, Nov. 15, 7pm

Immaculate Conception Cathedral

935 Bilbo St., Lake Charles

In honor of its 20th anniversary, the Immaculate Conception Cathedral chorale will give a free performance at 7pm on Saturday, Nov. 15. For details, call 337-436-7251.

Flea Fest

Nov. 15-16

Burton Complex

7001 Gulf Hwy, Lake Charles

This semi-annual bargain and vintage-lovers' festival takes place over an unprecedented two days and on four covered acres. Rain or shine, gates open 9am to 5pm on Saturday and Sunday at the Burton Complex Event Barn, located on the south side of the Burton Complex. Admission is $5 general and $10 early bird. Kids 12 and under get in free. Call 337-502-8584 for details.

SAGE Series: Travels & Travails of Marquette, Joilet, and LaSalle

Monday, Nov. 17, 3pm-4pm

Business Conference Center, MSU Campus

4205 Ryan St., Lake Charles

Through the journals of these intrepid explorers, Brian "Fox" Ellis brings to life the struggles and triumphs of the attempts of Marquette, Joilet, and LaSalle to build an empire in the wilderness. Through original and traditional songs, poetry and folktales Fox allows listeners to experience first-hand the beauty and grandeur of the voyager. Audience members are invited to barter furs for trade goods, to sing-a-long in French, and to paddle a canoe through the mists of time to see America through the eyes of the first Europeans. The SAGE Series is $55 for the whole series. To register or for more information, call 337-475-5616.

Learn How to Record with Studio One

Tuesday, Nov. 18, 5pm

Tipitina's Music Co-Op

2128 Hodges St., Lake Charles

Stop by Tipitina's Music Co-Op on any Tuesday during the month of November at 5pm for a Studio One Basics Workshop. Guests will be shown how to get their music into the program and how to save their projects for mixdown. Call 337-433-5779 for details.

Lake Charles Live Album Series: The Strokes' IS THIS IT?

Wednesday, Nov. 19, 7pm

Luna LIVE

710 Ryan St., Lake Charles

The Lake Charles Live Album Series is proud to present a performance of The Stroke's acclaimed album IS THIS IT? on Wednesday, Nov. 19. Doors open at 7pm with the performance at 9pm. This will be the third edition in an ongoing music series that brings together local musicians to perform an acclaimed album in its entirety. Artist Lindsey Katharine Johnson will be featured at the event, and there will be a giveaway of IS THIS IT? albums as well. Lake Charles Live Album Series is an ongoing music program that joins exceptional albums, talented locals, and live entertainment. For details, call 337-433-4388.

Activities at the Children's Museum

327 Broad Street, Lake Charles

Call 337-433-9420 for details

Fri., Nov. 14: Pasta Necklaces, 3:30pm

Tonight: John Guidroz & Kevin Lambert, Ember Grille & Wine Bar, 6pm; Willie Tee/Warren Storm/Cypress, Mikko Live (Coushatta), 7pm; The Katelyn Johnson Band, Caribbean Cove (Isle of Capri), 8pm; DJ Sno, Jack After Dark, 11pm

Friday: Street Side Jazz Band, Luna Bar & Grill, 7pm; John Guidroz & Kevin Lambert, Ember Grille & Wine Bar, 7pm; Tom & Mitch, Loggerhead's, 7pm; Doug Dousay & Friends, Stellar Beans, 7pm; Backyard Cowboys, Jack After Dark, 8pm; Brad Brinkley & Comfort Zone, Caribbean Cove (Isle of Capri); Twangster's Union, Cooler's, 9pm; Sean Ardoin & Zydekool, Gator Lounge (Delta Downs), 9pm; The LACS, Longhorn's, 9pm; RKW Show, Cigar Club, 9:30pm; Travis Matte & the Kingpins, Mikko Live (Coushatta), 9pm; Marcia Ball, Luna LIVE, 10pm; DJ Sno, Jack After Dark, 11pm

Saturday: Mark Reeves/Twisted X, Loggerhead's, 7pm; David Locklear, Luna Bar & Grill, 7pm; John Guidroz & Kevin Lambert, Ember Grille & Wine Bar, 7pm; Philip Zachary, Stellar Beans, 7pm; The Dog Hill Stompers, Caribbean Cove (Isle of Capri), 8pm; Heart Concert, L'Auberge Casino Resort, 8:30pm; Leroy Thomas & Zydeco Roadrunners, Mikko Live (Coushatta), 9pm; Pat Ryan Band/Bronco, Jr., Longhorn's, 9pm; Kory Fontenot, Cigar Club, 9pm; The New Form, Luna LIVE, 10pm; DJ Sno, Jack After Dark, 11pm

Sunday: Street Side Jazz Band, Luna Bar & Grill, 11am

Tuesday: Street Side Jazz Band, Loggerhead's, 6:30pm

Wednesday: Lake Charles Live Album Series, Luna LIVE, 9pm; Joe Ecker, Cigar Club, 9pm

Thursday: Bernie Alan, Mikko Live (Coushatta), 7pm

Tipitina's Foundation Instruments A Comin' Awards Ceremony

Thursday, Nov. 20, 5pm-7pm

409 Scott St., Lake Charles - adjacent to Tipitina's Music Co-Op

On Thursday, November 20, Tipitina's Foundation will present more than $20,000 worth of musical instruments to Ray D. Molo Middle School of Lake Charles and Leblanc Middle School of Sulphur through its Instruments A Comin' program. All are invited to attend the free award ceremony that will run from 5-7 PM at 409 Scott St., adjacent to the Tipitina's Music Office Co-Op on Hodges St. The event will feature live entertainment by musicians from both schools, food from local restaurants, wine & refreshments, and tours of the Co-Op. The November 20th ceremony marks the second IAC Award that Tipitina's Foundation has presented to Lake Charles area school music programs. Call 504-309-7934 for details.

Westlake High Theatre presents The Mousetrap

Thursday, Nov. 20, 7pm

Westlake High School Theatre

1000 Garden Dr., Westlake

The Westlake High Theatre Department announces school performances of Agatha Christies, The Mousetrap. Directed by Kerry A. Onxley, Christie, the mistress of mystery, brings her creation to Westlake High Theatre. When a group of strangers are trapped together at a manor house during a snowstorm, they soon discover one of them is a murderer. Tickets are $7 per person. For more information or to reserve tickets, call 337-217-4950.

Mistletoe & Moss Holiday Market

Nov. 20-22

Lake Charles Civic Center

900 Lakeshore Dr., Lake Charles

A holiday tradition in the Lake Area, this year's market will feature over 80 merchants from around the country, showcasing apparel, gifts, and accessories for women, men, and children; specialty foods; and seasonal, as well as year-round, decorative items and home furnishings. This event is sponsored by The Junior League of Lake Charles, Inc. and Luna Bar and Grill. It is open to the public and all proceeds benefit the charitable programs of The Junior League of Lake Charles, Inc. Admission is $8 per person. For details, call 337-436-4025.

Surreal Salon 7 Call for Artists - Deadline: Nov. 13, 2014

Baton Rouge Gallery - center for contemporary art is proud to announce it is now accepting submissions for Surreal Salon 7, a national juried exhibition of pop-surrealist and lowbrow art from across America. The work selected by the exhibition's juror as "Best in Show" for Surreal Salon 7 will be prominently featured in an editorial on the exhibition that will be seen by millions the world over in an upcoming issue of Juxtapoz Magazine. The artist's work will appear (with title and medium listed) and will be recognized as "Best in Show" for Surreal Salon 7. For details, email jandreasen@batonrougegallery.org or call 225-383-1470. To view submission guidelines, visit http://www.batonrougegallery.org/surreal-salon/ 

Thrive 2015 Art Calendar - Deadline Extended! Nov. 14, 2014

Thrive Magazine and the Arts Council of SWLA are accepting submissions from local artists to be showcased in Thrive's 2015 art calendar. Thirteen artists will be featured, one per month, along with a write up about the piece and artist. The calendar will be inserted into the January 2015 issue and an extra 5,000 issues will be distributed throughout Southwest Louisiana. Finalist submissions will be posted on Facebook, and the public will vote for the winning 13 artists. Email submissions with descriptions of entry and artist with a photo of the artist to edit@thriveswla.com. Limit three submissions per artist.

Art Associates Gallery Call for Exhibit Proposals - Deadline: Jan. 1, 2015

Art Associates of Lake Charles is currently accepting proposals for exhibits to hang in their gallery space located at Central School. All artists working in 2D and 3D work are accepted. A panel composed of representatives from Art Associates of Lake Charles, the Arts Council of SWLA, and the McNeese Visual Arts Department will review submissions. Gallery space is free of charge and the artist receives 100% of sales provided that the individual/organization furnishes delivery and installation of work as well as breakdown and removal of work. A $100 deposit will be required and held until the state of the gallery after the removal of the exhibit is approved. To submit work, contact the Arts Council office at 337-439-2787,

Battle of Pleasant Hill Poster Contest - Deadline: Feb. 1, 2015

The Battle of Pleasant Hill Re-enactment Committee announces the second annual poster contest to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Civil War Battle of Pleasant Hill. Any medium may be used to create the poster artwork, and the artwork must include "150th Anniversary" and the date of the actual battle: April 9, 1864. Artist must be willing to give copy rights for the poster artwork that is created to the BOPH committee to be used however the committee wishes. Poster artwork must be submitted by February 1, 2015 by email to boph1864@yahoo.com or mailed to P.O. Box 384, Pleasant Hill, LA 71065. For details, call 318-658-5785.

George Rodrigue Foundation Call for Student Art - Deadline: Feb. 12, 2015

The George Rodrigue Foundation for the Arts and the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation are seeking student artwork for their 2015 art contest. Applicants are invited to explore Louisiana's rich musical heritage. All juniors and seniors in Louisiana are eligible for entry in the GRFA Art Contest. No test score, grade point average or college major requirement is necessary for enter. The contest is open to all juniors and seniors attending public and private schools, home schooled students, and GED students. The winning artist will have the opportunity to collaborate with the George Rodrigue Foundation of the Arts team to design a special poster to be sold at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation's free festivals including the Crescent City Blues and BBQ Festival, the Louisiana Cajun Zydeco Festival, Congo Square Rhythms Festival, and Fiesta Latina. For details, visit www.rodriguefoundation.org. 

Downtown Lake Charles Crawfish Fest Art Contest - Deadline: March 6, 2015

The Festival, along with Cultural Partner Associated Louisiana Artists Gallery by the Lake, is looking for a few good artists to help celebrate this grand occasion by entering original art work to be possibly chosen as the official 2015 Festival Poster. All entries must be original and conceived by the artist. No copyrighted work, in whole or part, will be accepted.  No enhanced digital images will be accepted. Only the lettering of the poster may be digitally done.  All artwork applications must include the artist's name, address, phone number and email.  Entries will be accepted Tuesday, March 3rd to Friday, March 6th between 12 and 5 pm at the Gallery by the Lake, 106 West Pryce Street, Lake Charles. For applications, visit www.downtowncrawfest.com or the Gallery by the Lake at 106 West Pryce Street. The winning poster will be unveiled at the Press Conference in early April. All entries will also be on display during the SWLA ArtWalk at the Gallery by the Lake for all attendees to see. For more information, call 337-478-9405.

Louisiana Artist Roster Accepting Listings

The Louisiana Office of Cultural Development, Division of the Arts will support a Louisiana Artist Roster as mechanism to promote performing and visual artists. The purpose of the roster is to support Louisiana artists who want to tour and exhibit statewide, regionally, nationally and internationally. It will be used to promote Louisiana's artists at upcoming local, regional and national events, and other conferences and opportunities throughout the year as they arise. The Louisiana Artist Roster is a listing of Louisiana artists that have professional experience with shows, exhibits, or performances of all genres who are tour-ready and available for statewide, regional, national or international bookings, exhibitions and special events. Artists must complete the online application and will be selected for the roster through a peer review process. For details or how to apply, please contact Danny Belanger at dbelanger@crt.la.gov or 225-342-8209.

Creative Arts Center Available for Lessons & Workshops

Associated Louisiana Artists announces that its Creative Arts Center is available to non-member artists and teachers to conduct lessons and workshops. The CAC is an extension of the Gallery by the Lake at 106 W. Pryce St. It is a specialized teaching center with work tables, audio/visual equipment and an overhead mirror to show tabletop work. Arrangements can be made by calling 436-1008 during gallery hours, noon to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays. An answering machine will take messages during other hours.

Associated Louisiana Artist's On-Going Art Classes

Join at any time! Professional teachers in watercolors and oils with easel-side individual instruction. Come and enjoy the fellowship and fun in a state of the art facility. All levels of learning are invited. Prices range from $30 to $50 a month. Call 337-478-1008 between 12 and 5 pm Tuesday through Friday, email info@gallerybythelake.com or just come by and visit at 106 W. Pryce Street, in downtown Lake Charles. 

Dewey Fine Art Announces Morning Art Classes

Watercolor classes available for beginning and intermediate adult students, the group classes allow for an individually guided pace, while choosing their own subject matter. Covering the basic drawing and perspective techniques in a fun, relaxing environment. Call 337-477-0124 for details.

Adult Guitar Classes Open Enrollment

Tina Wing will teach a McNeese Adult Guitar class starting every Tuesday from 7:30 - 8:30PM. Call 337-475-5616 to enroll.

Theatre Training Registration Open for Children

A wide variety of workshops are available including Stageworks, and Creative Dramatics. Call 337-433-7323 or visit www.childrenstheatre.cc for details.

Lake Charles Community Band Open to New Members

The Lake Charles Community Band is welcoming new members. All instruments are needed. Practices are on Monday evenings from 6:30 - 8:00 at the Lake Charles Boston Academy Choir Room. Please contact Denise at 625-5330 for more information.

Christmas Under the Oaks Seeking Food Vendors

Event Date: December 5-6, 2014

The City of Sulphur and the Brimstone Historical Society are seeking food vendors for this year's Christmas Under the Oaks event. Vendors are responsible for setting up and tearing down all units they operate at event. Vendors need to provide all equipment, including extension cords and hose. If electricity is required, a $25 feet will be collected. Festival hours are Friday, Dec. 5, 5-10pm and Saturday, Dec. 6, 12-10pm. To apply, contact the Mayor's office at 337-527-4500 or email mayorsoffice@sulphur.org.

New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival Seeking Art and Craft Vendors

Event Date: April 24-May 3, 2015

The Festival is accepting vendor applications from artists and craftspeople. The festival will once again showcase three unique craft areas: Congo Square African Marketplace, Contemporary Crafts, and Louisiana Marketplace. To apply, visit www.nojazzfest.com. Application fee is $30 and the deadline to apply is Dec. 2, 2014. Festival dates are April 24 through May 3, 2015. For details, call 504-410-4100.

Area Farmers Market Seeking Art Vendors (Ongoing)

The Charlestown Farmers Market and the Cash & Carry Farmers Markers are seeking art vendors. The Charlestown Farmers Market takes place each Saturday from 8AM - 12Noon on Bilbo Street behind Historic City Hall. Visit www.cityoflakecharles.com for details. The Cash & Carry Farmers Market features local art and hand-crafted items on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month from 4pm-6pm at 801 Enterprise Blvd in Lake Charles. Visit www.cashandcarryfarmersmarket.com for vendor application.

Free Swim Soup Now Accepting Proposals for Microgrants

Free Swim SOUP is now accepting ideas for its next SOUP, a community dinner celebrating creative projects in Southwest Louisiana. Four ideas will be presented ranging from art, urban agriculture, social justice, social entrepreneurship, education, technology, etc. Each presenter has fifteen minutes to share his or her idea and then field questions from the diners. Anyone in the Lake Charles community, as well as the Five Parish Area, is eligible to submit a proposal. If you have an idea for a community-minded project, or your business, non-profit, club, or organization requires monetary assistance to realize a goal, Free Swim SOUP can help provide funding with microgrants from $50 up to $1000 (depending on attendance and donation amounts).

New Orleans Theatre Association - Grant Applications Accepted Quarterly

Grants are available for any arts-related endeavors, but are particularly aimed at schools and educational institutes that are active in the performing arts, including music, drama, and dance, as well as related areas such as acting, directing, writing, and producing. Most grants will fall in the range of $500 to $5,000 but other amounts are available and there is no preset maximum amount. More information and a grant application form are available at www.neworleanstheatreassociation.com. 

New England Foundation for the Arts

The New England Foundation for the Arts is accepting proposals for its Native American Artists Exchange Program, which supports an exchange of ideas between two Native American artists from different regions. Visit http://www.nefa.org/grants_programs/grants/national_native_artist_exchange_grant to learn more.

National Endowment for the Arts

The National Endowment for the Arts Office of Research and Analysis is accepting applications for Research: Art Works, which supports research that investigates the value of the US arts ecosystem and the impact of the arts on other domains of American Life. Visit http://arts.gov/grants-organizations/research-art-works to learn more.

Pollination Project

The Pollination Project invites applications from social entrepreneurs for seed grants of up to $1,000, which will be awarded to individuals for projects in the early stages of development that promote compassion toward all life, justice, community health and wellness, and social change-oriented arts and culture. Visit http://thepollinationproject.org/applicantinformatio/funding-guidelines/ to learn more.