Mark Your Calendar! National Philanthropy Day Event The Southwest Louisiana Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals will honor local philanthropists on November 12 at 6pm during its National Philanthropy Day Banquet at Treasures of Marilyn’s. National Philanthropy Day is a special day set aside to recognize and pay tribute to the generous contributions that philanthropists have made to our community. Gray Stream, president of Matilda Stream Management and Chairman of the Board of the National Hurricane Museum, will serve as this year’s keynote speaker. For more information visit the AFP LA, Southwest Chapter page on Facebook.
Mayor’s Armed Forces Commission to Host 2015 Veterans Day Activities On Saturday, November 7 at 10am, the City of Lake Charles Mayor’s Armed Forces Commission will host the City’s annual Veterans Day observance activities beginning with the Veterans Day ceremony at Veterans Memorial Park, Lakeshore Drive. The guest speaker for this year’s ceremony will be Brigadier General Timothy P. McGuire, Commanding General, JRTC and Fort Polk, LA. Erica Bivens, KPLC anchor/ reporter, will be the Master of Ceremonies, and this year’s event will pay recognition to all Southwest Louisiana veterans.
Walnut Grove to host 3rd Annual 5k and Color Run Walnut Grove will host the 3rd annual Walnut Grove 5K and Nutty Fun Color Run on November 7, with proceeds benefiting Bishop Nolan Episcopal Day School’s Eagle Fund. Registration continues through race day, with walk-up registration available for an additional $5 fee. Walnut Grove is a traditional neighborhood development located off West Sallier Street in Lake Charles. For more information on Walnut Grove or to register for the race, visit www.walnutgrovetnd.com.
2015 SWLA American Heart Association Heart Walk
event, sponsored by CHRISTUS St. Patrick Hospital, raises funds to fight heart disease and stroke, America’s No. 1 and No. 5 killers. The fundraising goal for this event is $145,000. For more information or to register, visit swlaheartwalk.org.
Walnut Grove Invites Public to Take Holiday Photos and Enter Contest Walnut Grove, a traditional neighborhood development located at 1500 West Sallier Street in Lake Charles, will be decorated for the holiday season in mid-November. The public is invited to take holiday photos in the neighborhood at any of the parks, common areas or around the commercial buildings. In addition, Walnut Grove will again host the “Deck our Facebook Wall Holiday photo contest” running through December 22. To enter, take a photo in front of the exterior holiday decorations at Walnut Grove, then post it on their Facebook wall at www.facebook.com/WalnutGroveLC. Both amateur and professional photos are welcome. Winners will be chosen randomly from among entrants to receive holiday gift cards and items from local businesses and restaurants.
Terri Savelle Foy at Christian World Join us November 8 at 10:00am as Christian World hosts Terri Savelle Foy. Terri is a cheerleader of dreams and is convinced that “if you can dream it, God can do it.” She is known across the globe as a world-class motivator of hope and success through her transparent and humorous teaching style. Terri’s unique ability to communicate success strategies in a simple and practical way has awakened the dreams of young and old alike.
Jerusalem Call Event Scheduled Friend Ships is hosting Jerusalem Call at Rosa Hart Theatre. This event is a call to stand with God’s promises to the Jewish people and the land of Israel. Outstanding speakers Netaninclude US Congressman Louie Gohmert, Ambassador Ran Ichay from Prime Minister yahu’s staff and security expert Erick Stakelbeck. Music will be provided by Barry and Batya Segal from Jerusalem. There is no cost to attend but space is limited. For more information or to RSVP, visit www.friendshipsisrael.com
The American Heart Association 2015 Southwest Louisiana Heart Walk is scheduled to begin at 8am on November 7 at Prien Lake Park, where more than 3,000 participants are expected to take steps for a healthier heart and a healthier region. The annual 64 www.thriveswla.com
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Louisiana Mosquito Control Association 58th Annual Meeting The Louisiana Mosquito Control Association (LMCA) will hold its 58th Annual Meeting on November 10-12 at Golden Nugget Lake Charles. Nearly 200 participants are expected to register, which includes members from mosquito control districts, universities and various organizations from across Louisiana and surrounding states. For more information, contact Colby Colona, LMCA president at Colby@tangimosquito.org.
Autism Rocks Event Scheduled Autism Rocks – Again! This year’s event, featuring Bag of Donuts, with opening guests, Greg Blanchard and John Ieyob, will be held on November 15 at L’Auberge Casino Resort. Doors open at 6pm with a cash bar, live auction, concert and dancing. $50 donation admits one with corporate sponsorship tables available. Proceeds to benefit Autism Services of Southwest Louisiana. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.AutismRocks.Eventbrite.com or call (337) 436-5001.
International Suicide Survivors Day On November 21, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention will host an event where a community of suicide loss survivors can find comfort and gain understanding as they share stories of healing and hope. The event will take place at Treasure’s of Marilyn’s in Lake Charles from 9am-1pm. Lunch will be provided. For more information or to RSVP, call (337) 529-3784 or visit survivorday.org.
Winter Drive to Collect Items for the Homeless The Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Continuum of Care in conjunction with the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury’s Human Services Department will be accepting donations for the homeless until November 10. Some items needed include: coats, blankets, cough drops and more. A full list and drop off locations can be seen on the Police Jury website at www.cppj.net/winterdrive. November 2015