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Contents Cajun Classifieds | July 2012 - Introductory Issue

IN THIS ISSUE

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Office Fax1.888.519.2438

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Cajun Classifieds Magazine is published the first Thursday of each month. Manuscripts, photographs, comments, and questions are invited. Return postage must accompany all materials submitted if return is requested. Cajun Classifieds reserves the right to edit, categorize, revise, or refuse any classified advertisement. In addition, Cajun Classifieds has the right to terminate any ad at any time for any reason. Parties posting ads are responsible for the accuracy and content of their ads. Cajun Classifieds will not be liable for any damages arising out of errors or omissions.

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The summertime favorite is back as the Lake Charles Symphony hosts the an-

nual Summer Pops concert. This year’s concert will get you on your feet in no time as I Hear a Sympho-ny will be performing “Motown’s Greatest Hits.”

Held in the Lake Charles Civic Center Coliseum, don’t miss your chance to hear Motown favorites such as “ABC,” “Signed, Sealed, Delivered,” “My Girl” and more! Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the concert starts 7:30 p.m.

General Admission Tickets are $20 and $25 and can be purchased online at www.lcsymphony.org as well as local music stores, the Lake Charles Civic Center and the Sym-phony office. Reserved table seat-ing is available by calling the Lake Charles Symphony office at (337) 433-1611. Visit www.lcsympho-ny.org or check out the Symphony on Facebook for updates and more concert information.

Ready to pass a good time? Head on over to the 25th annual Cajun Music &

Food Festival to get your fill of all your favorite Cajun specialties and more! Celebrating its silver anni-versary, the festival will have his-torical items on display throughout the festival and aims to preserve the Cajun traditions and heritage through music, dancing and food.

New to the festival this year will be a children’s washboard band playing on Saturday, July 21 on the Chil-dren’s stage from 1 to 3 p.m., and the children’s Cajun waltz dance contest on Sunday, July 22. The festival also showcases some of the

best Cajun foods in the area such as jambalaya, chicken & sausage gum-bo, shrimp etouffee and more. Af-ter all the amazing food, work it off by entering the “Dancing with the Cajun Stars” dance contest in the Cajun Waltz and two-step. There will also be a children’s area with a poster contest and other games

available. On Sunday, the family can enjoy a French mass at 8 a.m. followed by a coffee and donut so-cial. Come out as we celebrate our past as it builds towards our future! Organized by the Lake Charles chapter of the Cajun French Mu-sic Association, the festival has been chosen as a Top 20 Event by the Southeast Tourism Society for many years. This award is a coveted honor among 12 member states. The festival is held at Burton Coliseum in Lake Charles and the hours are from 9 a.m. – 11 p.m. on Sat., July 21, and 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Sun., July 22. Admission is $7 for adults and children 12 and younger get in free. For more information, contact (337) 217-0880 or www.cfmalakecharles.org.

CAJUNCONNECTIONSIn the local know—things to do, people to see, places to go!

Summer PopsJuly 14

Cajun Music & Food FestivalJuly 21-22

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Every year the small town of Hackberry makes its way over to the Lake Charles Civic Cen-

ter for the annual Marshland Fes-tival. Featuring music from all over Cajun Country, the two-day festival celebrates the life and landscape that makes Southwest Louisiana our home. The festival helps raise funds for 14 schools and church organizations 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 landscape. Live music, begins at 5 p.m. on Friday, July 27, and ends at midnight. On Saturday, July 28, the music will begin at 11 a.m. and go through the day, ending at midnight.

The Marshland Festival has been chosen as a Top 20 Event by the

Southeast Tourism Society for the third quarter of 2012. This award is a coveted honor among 12 member states. For more information, visit www.marshlandfestival.com.

The official groundbreaking ceremony for the upcoming West Calcasieu Events Center

was held Thursday, June 7, at 10 a.m. The center is an indoor facility which will complement the existing outdoor arena. “This phase of the West Calcasieu Community Center development is one which has been anticipated for many years. The Events Center will not only benefit West Calcasieu, but also Southwest Louisiana, by provid-

ing another venue for various events. The City of Sulphur welcomes this new facility. It will truly compliment the West Cal Arena,” said Mayor Chris Duncan of Sulphur. Adrian Moreno, the executive direc-tor of the West Cal Arena is looking forward to the next phase of the de-velopment getting off to a great start: “This groundbreaking event is excit-ing news for everyone in Southwest Louisiana. The indoor facility will allow more flexibility with the types of events that can be accommodated at the West Calcasieu Arena and ul-timately in Southwest Louisiana as a whole.” The facility will be a 45,000 square foot multi-purpose center with a 15,000 square foot main banquet hall that can be divisible into three sepa-rate rooms. The new structure will also feature four separate meeting rooms that can be used individually or as three self-supported meeting/event rooms with a full catering kitchen and support area. The facility will cost just under $10 million. “We have a number of events that

we are looking forward to having in our area like Mardi Gras balls, wed-dings, family reunions, meetings, con-ventions, tradeshows and a variety of special events. This facility is going to be a wonderful asset to showcase this part of Louisiana,” said Tab Fin-chum, president of the West Calca-sieu Association of Commerce. “Having multiple options for groups and event planners is a real plus whenever the bureau is looking either to bring new group business to the area or assist an existing client. Many events are planned years in advance, and the staff at the bureau is looking forward to promoting the West Cal-casieu Events Center leading up to the opening and beyond,” said Shel-ley Johnson, executive director of the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention & Visitors Bureau. The anticipated opening will occur in the spring of 2014. For more infor-mation on the West Cal Arena, visit www.westcalarena.com or (337) 528-9378.

By Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention & Visitors Bureau

Marshland FestivalJuly 27-29

West Calcasieu Events CenterGroundbreaking Ceremony

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CARS

1953 Buick Riveria Super, Two-door hardtop classic. Under the hood is a Straight Eight motor. This car came from Oklahoma with very little rust. Asking $1,000 for the Straight Eight motor.

Please contact 337-532-0610 or email lcc@landryshop.com for more information.

2011 32’ CrossRoads RecreationalVehicle—Patriot Edition with only 5,000 miles. Asking $80,000 for both. Sound like a great deal? Call Sammy

today at 905-1349 for more information.

2011 Ford Super Duty F-250 SRW (Single Rear Wheel) Lariat truck. 6.7L V8 Turbo Diesel. Only 31,000 Miles.

T RU C K + RV COMBO

1952 Chevy Rat Rod Cab. $700 or both for $1200 (See Our Other Listing). Contact 337-532-0610 or lcc@landryshop.com.

1946 Chevy Rat Rod cab. $700 a piece or 2 for $1200 (See Our Other Listing). Contact 337-532-0610 or lcc@landryshop.com.

1962 Chrysler Newport 361 V8 Fac. 3-speed on the floor. Does run, but needs restoration. $1,000 or best offer. Call 337-912-9441 for more details.

$700

$1,000

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$3,500

‘95 Toyota T-100 DX XtraCab. Only 144,000 miles. Very cold air conditioning, sturdy bed liner. Runs great. Call or text 304-2704 for more information.$3,500

$80,000 FOR BOTH

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2006 Toyota 4Runner 2 Wheel-Drive Sport Edition V6. 117,000 miles. Excellent condition. Looks and drives great, new tires. Only one owner. Well maintained vehicle. Call (337) 802-5570.

‘01 Lexus RX 300. 115,000 Total milage. Engine and tires replaced. 3.0L V6 engine. Leather interior with wood trim. Factory tape/CD player. Heater repair needed. Asking 8,500 Negotiable. Call 802-2848.

18-foot Aluminum Boat, including motor, and trailer. Motor currently not working. Call Kyle at 337-855-7311.

14ft. Wellcraft Flat Bottom Aluminum Boat. 25 Horse Nissan Motor with a 2 Stroke, 45lb. 12 Volt Minn Kota Hand Control Trolling Motor. Total of 40 hours. Good Condition, Never Been in Salt Water. Call/Text 337-304-6948.

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$1,000

$4,0002002 Model South Fork Aluminum Boat. 16x42 Tunnel Hull. Some modifications, no trailer or motor. Contact Jeffrey Picard 337-884-1136.

$600

Wilderness Systems Tarpon 130T Tandem Kayak. Paddle and extra seat included. Call Jonathan at 540-4144.

$600

MOTORCYCLES

Custom 2003 Honda VTX 1800, it is truly one of a kind. Conversions include: Sumo-X Fat Tire, Exhaust Pipes, Polished Aluminum Rims, Smooth Ride Shocks, Bullet Turn Signals, Hyper-Charger,

Single Seat, Rear View Mirrors, and Pull-back Handlebars. Contact Trey @ 337-302-3579 for price and to see this beauty in person.

CALL FOR PRICE 2007 Softail Deuce 7400 miles Price negotiable. No wrecks! Kept out of weather! Zero problems! Has about half a year on an extended warrany! Contact Daniel at mansplace2003@yahoo.com.

$11,500‘92 4X4 4 Runner. Rebuilt Engine and good tires. Electric Windows/Sunroof. Please Call 337-540-2202 for details.

$2,300

$15,000 $8,500

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4 Wood Display Cases with ash veneer. Plexiglas protective covers. Average size 33x27x7”. Call 842-7640 for more information.

$100/eaFURNITURE

FURNITURE CONT.

Solid mahogany French flower caned chair. Louis XV type with center flower design. Back made with double cane, cabriole legs and front apron carved with acanthus leaves. Call 337-794-9282.

$350

Solid Wood Computer Cabinet. Excellent Condition. Asking $250. Please Call 302-1225 for more details.

$250

LAWN/FARM EQUIPMENT

Sears Craftman lawn tractor, 20 hp 42” deck. Needs tires. Call Kyle at 337-855-7311 for more information.

Solid Pinewood Table and 4 Cushioned Chairs. Excellent Condition. $375. Call 337-275-1825.

$100

APPLIANCES

Stainless Steel Double Sink. Fits over the counter and includes faucet and sprayer. 6” deep. $20. Call Marie at 562-9584.

Charcoal Grill. In Excellent Condition. Only Used Twice! $10. Call Marie at 562-9584.

WORKWANTED

Tutoring. Kelly White Allain, M.Ed. Private Tutor for All Grades/Subjects with Flexible Hours/Hourly Rates. Call 842-8020.

Solid Pinewood Table, Four cushioned chairs, in excellent condition, $375. Call (337) 275-1825.

Sit and Stand Stroller. Asking $50. Call Lori: 794-0352.

Number One Saints Fan Seeking the Rights to New Orleans Saints Season Tickets, 2012 and Beyond. Call Patrick at 244-9772.

Chicco KeyFit 30 Infant Carrier with matching green and brown Chicco Stroller. Less than 3 years old and in good condition. Asking $150 for both items, negotiable. Call Lori: 794-0352.

Chicco Double Stroller, black and gray. One year old and in excellent condition. Asking $100. Call Lori: 794-0352.

MISCELLANEOUS

2-in-1 Elliptical Cross Trainer & Exercise Bike - practically new. Please call 436-7251 and ask for Sister Jeannette.

$175

1998 25-horsepower Tohatsu tiller handle electric start stainless steel prop. Contact Cody Fuselier 513-9524.

4 Wheeler Ramp. Metal. Foldable and Easy to Store. Great Condition. Must Sell! $80 Negotiable. Contact AshleyRodrigue87@gmail.com.

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$1,800

1993 Dagger Vesper Kayak 13’10” 45lbs. Stable, quick, good maneuverability on small rivers or streams. For small-medium paddler. Call 474-3237.

$250

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Cookie’s Collectibles. Booth #9 at the French Quarter Antique Mall. 3529 Ryan St. Lake Charles, LA 477-8606. Bring This Ad In and Receive a 15% Discount From Booth #9!

42” LG Flat Screen, 1 1/2 years old, $450 firm. Call (337) 275-1825.

4 GA. (Gauge) 1800 Watt Amplifier Installation Kit Made By Phonics Digital. 17Ft.-25ft. Cables In Box. $40 Neg. Email schuylerolivier007@yahoo.com.

XBox 360 Pro Edition. Next To New Besides Being Opened, Played Once. Everything Still In Plastic. 2 controllers, Headset, All wiring, 20gb Hard Drive. Comes With Games. Asking $200. Email Schuyler at schuylerolivier007@yahoo.com.

ELECTRONICS Infant Swing. Multi-directional movement. Comes with built-in children’s tunes and speakers as well as MP3 capabilities. Excellent condition. Asking $60. Call Lori: 794-0352.

Infant Carrier. 2 years old, black and grey. Baby Trend brand. Great condition. $40 Call Lori: 794-0352.

MISCELLANEOUS CONT. HOMES FORSALE

Home for sale in Moss Bluff: Three Bedrooms, Two Bathrooms. 2157 square-feet. Located in the quiet, restricted Jamestown subdivision of Moss

Bluff. For more information call Sammy @ 905-1349.

$195,000

Beautiful Home for Sale in Welsh. For sale by Owner. Newly Renovated 2-Story at 501 S. Polk in Welsh, LA. 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms. Move-in-Ready! Only $160,000

for 2222 sq. ft. of charm and character. Call 337 377-8186.

$160,000

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HOMES FORSALE

STARKS: 5,700 sqft. custom cypress log home with 4 beds, 3 baths situated on 110 acre horse training facility with 3 barns, 40 stalls, stocked ponds, and 1/2 acre race track. Master suite has jacuzzi tub, walk-in shower, and huge closet. Kitchen has custom cedar

cabinets, 5x12 island, granite counters, bar, and dumb-waiter.MLS#118783. Century 21 Mike D. Bono. Call Nikki @ 337-302-7994.

Moss Bluff: Custom French country 3 bedroom 2 bath home. Home has crown molding, brick accents, open concept, & high ceilings. Kitchen has custom cabinets, granite, & an island. Home has an amazing master bedroom and extended porch with

custom outdoor kitchen. MLS#120637. Century 21 Mike D. Bono. Call Nikki @ 337-302-7994.

Lake Charles: Adorable 3 bedroom 2 bath home in South Lake Charles close to St.John School. Home has high ceilings, newer A/C, huge yard, office, 2 car garage, alarm system, great landscaping, new

floors, a slab poured for a shop, and a privacy fence. MLS#120498. Century 21 Mike D. Bono. Call Nikki @ 337-302-7994.

Lake Charles: Beautiful 3BR/2.5BA home in South Lake Charles with granite kitchen, custom cabinets, island and bar area. Home also has open/split floor plan, elegant crown molding and built ins with a

master bathroom that is truly too good to be true. MLS#117916. Century 21 Mike D. Bono. Call Nikki @ 337-302-7994.

Sulphur: 2100 sqft 3Bed/2Bath home in Maplewood school district with two large living areas for entertaining. High ceilings, hardwood floors, & beautiful beams give it lots of elegance & charm. Brick floors in home are

lovely & large fenced yard with huge porch is perfect. MLS#119960. Century 21 Mike D. Bono. Call Nikki @ 337-302-7994.

Lake Charles: Spacious 3 bedroom 2 bath home in South Lake Charles on quiet dead end street. Home is over 2300 sq ft with neutral colors throughout. Features two living rooms & an office. Kitchen

appliances remain. Ceramic tile. 2 car garage with 1/2 bath. Beautifully landscaped yard with covered patio. Home comes with home warranty. MLS#119684. Century 21 Mike D. Bono. Call Nikki @ 337-302-7994.

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Lake Charles: 1707 12th Street. Adorable 3BD/1BA Cottage. Central Air/Heat, updated kitchen and bath. Bonus room off living room could be used as formal dining or office. Covered

wood deck in back. Metal Storage building. Fully Fenced. Must see! Owner may do rent-to-own if the terms are right! Keller Williams Realty. Contact Chase @ 274-2127 or Chris @ 526-9647.

Waterfront Estate: Incredible 4Bed, 3 Bath/2 half bath with gorgeous lake views on 2.87 acres. 200’ water frontage on west fork of Calcasieu River. Main house boasts 3901sf, wood and saltillo floors, granite, game room. Boat dock,

decks, gunite pool and spa. 1400sf 2BD/1.5BA guest house. 351sf pool house. 25x30 Shop. Boat dock. Gated security. Stamped concrete drive. Keller Williams Realty. Contact Chase @ 274-2127 or Sophia @ 302-2111.

$75,000

$599,900

Kinder: Cute 2BR/1BA cottage on large corner lot. Nice hardwood floors. Covered back porch. Storage shed under carport. Located a few miles from Coushatta Casino.

Great Starter home or investment property. Keller Williams Realty. Call Candice @ 337-309-4292 for more details.

$62,000

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