Celebrating Cultural Common Ground

A group of diverse locals have been working with the community to promote cultural harmony based on mutual understanding and respect. Fittingly so, this group is called Common Ground. We believe that by celebrating our diversity, Southwest Louisiana will become a more vibrant and exciting community and be even more attractive to new families, businesses, and industries that are considering locating here.

Common Ground is partnering with the City of Lake Charles, Calcasieu Parish and other civic organizations, schools, and local universities to host an international festival in October. We will showcase the art, music, dance, fashion, and food of the different countries represented here. This community event is free to the public and is designed to encourage family participation from all areas of Southwest Louisiana. The attractions include: a cultural display area, kids international village, world café, and entertainment venue.

We are seeking sponsors that share our goals of enriching the community through the music and arts of many cultures, developing tourism and economic growth, and expanding everyone’s knowledge of these different cultures. These sponsors will become an important part of this effort to build an appreciation for the rich cultural diversity that is Southwest Louisiana!

We are also seeking participants to share their wonderous and colorful heritage. We hope that you will consider joining us in this endeavor. Your participation will demonstrate your commitment to enriching your community, encouraging tourism and economic development, educating our public, and enhancing the artistic expressions of our diverse community. 

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