Black and white photos tell part of the story, and the people tell the rest. It's not every day that a town turns 100. Everyone is invited to the Vinton Heritage Festival to celebrate the roots of a town that has turned out quite a bit of talent over the years such as Marcia Ball, legendary pianist and songwriter as well as Bobby Kimball from the hit band Toto! The actual festival will be October 9, 2010 from 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. at Downtown Vinton's City Park.

Headlining this year’s festival will be Marcia Ball, one of the many “Vintonites” whose musical roots are native to the town of Vinton. Other Vinton native performers include Ivy Dugas, Ed Jardell, Raymond T & French Bred. A special vendor booth will be on hand selling Vinton inspired items such as ornaments and Afghans.

Additional crafts, door prizes and food vendors will be in abundance. No festival would be complete without exciting activities, rides and games for spry youngsters and of course, Gumbeaux Gator. The festivities will be held from 9 a.m.–9 p.m. at the corners of Center and Horridge Streets.

Lawn chairs are welcomed; however, coolers and alcohol are not permitted. For festival information, contact Vinton City Hall at (337) 589-7453 or webmaster@cityofvinton.com.

August is a great time to squeeze in some last hoorah entertainment before the summer comes to an official close. There is no shortage of entertainment this August at the casino complexes in the Lake Charles area. It’s the perfect time to catch headliners, relax in a pool, enjoy dining options, hit a round of golf or soak in some spa treatments!

Here’s a glimpse of the line-up:

Delta Downs Racetrack, Casino & Hotel
Zydecajun with Wayne Toups (Aug. 28, 8 p.m.)
Dance the night away to Wayne's distinctive fusion. He draws on French-language traditional material of his Cajun ancestors, but adds the unmistakable R&B textures of Zydeco music. Add to that his undeniable charisma as a rocker and you begin to understand why he's been dubbed "The Cajun Springsteen" or "Le Boss."

Grand Funk Railroad (Sept. 4, 8 p.m.)
Enjoy a Rockin' Night with The American Band, Grand Funk Railroad as they perform their greatest hits, including "We're an American Band" and "Locomotion."

www.deltadowns.com for more info.

Isle of Capri Casino Hotel
38 Special, (Aug. 14, 7 p.m.)
38 Special is an American rock band that was formed by neighborhood friends Don Barnes and Donnie Van Zant in 1975 in Jacksonville, Florida. The band's first two albums had a strong southern rock vibe. By the early 1980s, 38 Special shifted to a more accessible arena rock style without abandoning its southern rock roots. This shift helped to usher in a string of successful albums and singles. The band has an exciting stage presence, sure to get everyone on their feet.
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L’Auberge du Lac Casino Resort
Grammy Award Winner Travis Tritt, (Aug. 14, 8:30 p.m.)
Country music star Travis Tritt will take to the stage at L’Auberge and dazzle audiences. Starting with the debut single release of "Country Club" in 1989, Travis Tritt has charted more than thirty singles on the U.S. Billboard charts, including five Number Ones. His first and third albums—1989's Country Club and T-R-O-U-B-L-E—have each achieved platinum certification by the RIAA, while his albums It's All About to Change (1991), Greatest Hits: From the Beginning (1995) have each achieved gold status. His most recent album, The Storm, was released in 2007 on Category 5 Records.

Grammy Award Winner Michael Bolton (Aug. 28, 8:30 p.m.)
If you made a list of performers who have sold more than 53 million records, won multiple Grammys for Best Male Vocalist and countless other honors, earned a star on Hollywood’s Walk of Fame, and sold out arenas worldwide, Michael Bolton would be on that list! A world class performance is in store for anyone in the Lake Charles area.
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