Republican Women of Southwest Louisiana - Photo Gallery

Photo Gallery

January 27th, 2022 - Luncheon Meeting

January RWSWLA Lunch with guest speaker LA Representative Blake Miguez and Mary "Sister" Fontenot.

January RWSWLA Lunch with guest speaker LA Representative Blake Miguez and Barbara Andrepont.

January RWSWLA Lunch - guest speaker LA Representative Blake Miguez and Paul Pettefer.

January RWSWLA Lunch with guest speaker LA Representative Blake Miguez and Chris Pennartz.

January RWSWLA Lunch with guest speaker LA Representative Blake Miguez and Sharon Denson.

RWSWLA Lunch with Guest Speaker Blake Miguez and Joy Torres.

Saturday, December 4th, 2021

LFRW Region 3 met in Jennings for a meeting organized by Pat Soulier, Region 3 VP at the home of Kimberly Meyer. It was a very enjoyable meeting. Everyone had a good time with delicious food. December 4th, 2021.

February 2021 RWSWLA Lunch Meeting -
President Mary Sister Fontenot with Guest Speaker State Rep Brett Geymann.

February 2021 RWSWLA Lunch Meeting at the Pioneer Club - City councilman John Ieyoub addressing Rep. Women.

February 2021 RWSWLA Lunch Meeting - Attendees .to meeting with Steve Jordan addressing Rep. Brett Geymann, with Julie Abney Speights in the background and

February 2021 RWSWLA Lunch Meeting at the Pioneer Club - President Sister Fontenot with Barbara Andrepont.

February 2021 RWSWLA Lunch Meeting - Attendees of the meeting with Steve Jordan sitting closest to edge of photo.

Republican Women Lunh with guest speaker Stephen Dwight

November 16, 2017 Luncheon Meeting.

"Falling in Love with Republican Women" November 5, 2017

October 26, 2017 Luncheon Meeting

September 28, 2017 Luncheon Meeting

August 24, 2017 Luncheon Meeting

May 25, 2017 Luncheon Meeting

April 20, 2017 Luncheon Meeting

March 23, 2017 Luncheon Meeting

February 23, 2017 Luncheon Meeting

January 25, 2017 Luncheon Meeting

January 19, 2017 Inauguration Party

April 21, 2016 Luncheon Meeting

February 25, 2016 Luncheon Meeting

January 28, 2016 Luncheon Meeting.

October 22, 2015 Luncheon Meeting.

September 24, 2015 Luncheon Meeting.

June 25, 2015 Luncheon Meeting.

May 21, 2015 Luncheon Meeting.

April 30, 2015 Luncheon Meeting.

March 26, 2015 Luncheon Meeting.

February 26, 2015 Luncheon Meeting.

October 23, 2014 Luncheon Meeting.

September 25, 2014 Luncheon Meeting held jointly with Republican Roundtable.

May 22, 2014 Luncheon Meeting held jointly with Republican Roundtable.

April 11, 2014 Luncheon Meeting held jointly with Republican Roundtable.

March 29, 2014 Family Night at Seafood Palace. The drawing for our Benelli shotgun raffle.

March 28, 2014 Luncheon Meeting. Guest Speaker Louisiana Commissioner of Insurance, Jim Donelan

2013 Christmas Party and Installation of Officers, December 12, 2013 at the Pioneer Club in Lake Charles, La.

March 2018 Social at Bodega

The Republican Women of Southwest Louisiana hosted its first social of the year at Bodega Wine Dive. Thank you to Larry Thomas and his staff for educating us on a variety of different wines and allowing us to try some of the the amazing food selections!

February 2018 Luncheon

The Republican Women of Southwest Louisiana were honored to have Congressman Clay Higgins, as our February guest speaker. Congressman Higgins discussed the difficult challenges that our nation is facing today and the impact he has made while in office. The Sam Houston High School Teenage Republicans also presented what they have accomplished throughout the year. They worked hard to raise $1,000 for the Pillow for Troops Project. We are always blown away by their dedication and committment to the Republican Party. If you would like to learn more about Congressman Higgins check out our February issue of the Lady Republican.

November 2017 Luncheon

The Republican Women of Southwest Louisiana were honored to have Jim Donelon, Louisiana Commissioner of Insurance, as our November guest speaker. Jim talked about the difficult challenges that the world of insurance is facing and how his office is preparing Louisiana for future success. If you would like to learn more about Jim Donelon and the Louisiana Insurance Commission check out our November issue of the Lady Republican.

"Falling in Love with Republican Women"

The Republican Women of Southwest Louisiana hosted it's first "Falling in Love with Republican Women" event on November 5, 2017. We had an amazing time falling in love with our club all over again. It was a great opportunity for new perspective members to check us out and meet our wonderful group of ladies. If you are interested in falling in love with our organization be sure to check out our membership information.

October 2017 Luncheon

The Republican Women of Southwest Louisiana were honored to have Lake Charles City Councilman, John Iyeoub, as our October guest speakers. John discussed the issues that Lake Charles is currently facing and the path forward the city council has for the future. If you would like to learn more about John Iyeoub check out our October issue of the Lady Republican.

September 2017 Luncheon

The Republican Women of Southwest Louisiana were honored to have John Schroder, candidate for Louisiana State Treasurer as our September guest speakers. John discussed what qualifies him to be State Treasurer and his plan to bring change to Baton Rouge. If you would like to learn more about John Schroder check out our September issue of the Lady Republican.

August 2017 Luncheon

The Republican Women of Southwest Louisiana were honored to have Angele Davis, candidate for Louisiana State Treasurer and Karl Bruchhaus, Calcasieu Parish School Board Superintendent as our August guest speakers. Superintendent Bruchhaus provided valuable information on the issues facing today's school system and the steps his administration is taking to bring effective solutions. Angele Davis discussed some of the major financial issues facing our state and what qualifies her to bring change. If you would like to learn more about Angele Davis or Karl Bruchhaus check out our August issue of the Lady Republican.

May 2017 Luncheon

The Republican Women of Southwest Louisiana were honored to have Senator Neil Riser as our guest speaker at the May 25, 2017 luncheon. Nic Hunter, Mayor- Elect for the City of Lake Charles, dropped by to thank our club for its efforts in making is campaign so successful. This month we also awarded the Marie Key Martin Scholarship to both Savannah Andrews and Harleigh Smith. If you are interested in learning more about Senator Riser and what we have been up to lately check out our May issue of the Lady Republican.

April 2017 Luncheon

The Republican Women of Southwest Louisiana had District Attorney John DeRosier as our guest speaker at the April 20, 2017 luncheon. If you are interested in learning more about John DeRosier check out our April newsletter. Congressman Clay Higgins and Lake Charles Mayoral Candidate, Nic Hunter, also stopped by to inform us of important political news.

March 2017 Luncheon

The Republican Women of Southwest Louisiana were honored to have Senator Sharon Hewitt as our guest speaker at the March 23, 2017 luncheon. If you are interested in learning more about Senator Hewitt check out our March newsletter. The Sam Houston High School Teenage Republicans also presented what they have accomplished throughout the year. They worked hard to raise $2,800 for the Pillow for Troops Project. We are always blown away by their dedication.

February 23, 2017- Nic Hunter

The Republican Women of SWLA were honor to have Nic Hunter, Candidate for Mayor of Lake Charles, as their guest speaker at the February 23, 2017 Luncheon.

January 25, 2017- R.W. Bray

The Republican Women of SWLA were honor to have the Black Engagement Director for the Republican Party of Texas, R.W. Bray, as their guest speaker at the January 25, 2017 Luncheon.

The Republican Women of Southwest Louisiana celebrated President-Elect Donald Trump's Inauguration at the Blue Dog Cafe.

Christmas at the Pioneer Club 2016

The Republican Women celebrated Christmas at the Pioneer Club, Tuesday December 6, 2016; which included the swearing in of the new 2017 officers.

Guest speaker at our November 17, 2016 luncheon meeting was Brett Palmer, Vice-President of the American Pilots Association.

Charles Boustany, 3rd District U.S. Congressman and candidate for U.S. Senate

Charles Boustany, 3rd District U.S. Congressman and candidate for U.S. Senate was the guest speaker at the August 25, 2106 luncheon meeting.

Rosie the Bus arrival in Lake Charles.

Guest speaker at our June 23, 2016 meeting was Brett Geymann, candidate for the 3rd Congressional House seat. For more on his campaign click here.

May 26, 2016 Luncheon Meeting. Guest speaker was Greg Ellison, candidate for the 3rd Congressional House seat.

The winner of the 2016 Marie Key-Martin scholarship is Lindsey Thompson. The Scholarship is a onetime payment of $500 awarded to a high school, senior girl. The candidate must be nominated by a member in good standing in the RWSWLA. Lindsey is a 2016 graduate of Sam Houston High School.

April 21, 2016 Luncheon Meeting. Guest speaker was Judge Marilyn Castle, candidate for Louisiana Supreme Court.

February 25, 2016 Luncheon Meeting. Guest speaker was James Waskom, Director of Louisiana GOHSEP

January 28, 2016 Luncheon Meeting. Guest speaker was Brett Geymann, Former Louisiana House Representative.

September 24, 2015 Luncheon Meeting. Guest speakers were Keith DeSonier and Ronnie Johns

August 6, 2015 Fellowship and Fun social at Harlequins Steak & Seafood

June 25, 2015 Luncheon Meeting. Guest speakers was John Young, Candidate for Lt. Governor

May 21, 2015 Luncheon Meeting. Guest speakers was Billy Nungesser, Candidate for Lt. Governor

April 30, 2015 Luncheon Meeting. Guest speaker was Lt. Governor, Jay Dardenne

October 23, 2014 Luncheon Meeting. Guest speakers were Tom Schedler, Louisiana Secretary of State and Dr. Bill Cassidy, U.S. Senate candidate.

April 9, 2015 membership social at Loggerheads Bar.

March 26, 2015 Luncheon Meeting. Guest speakers was State Treasurer John Kennedy.

February 26, 2015 Luncheon Meeting. Guest speakers was State Senator Ronnie Johns.

February 5, 2015 Membership Social at Pujo St. Cafe

December 9, 2014 Christmas Party at the Pioneer Club

Get Out the Vote Rally for Dr. Bill Cassidy, December 5, 2014

September 25, 2014 Luncheon Meeting. Guest speakers were Jamie Yelverton, candidate for 3rd Circuit Court of Appeals and Rob McCorquodale, candidate for City Court, Ward 3.

May 22, 2014 Luncheon Meeting held jointly with Republican Roundtable. Guest Speakers Wounded Warrior Project and Mitch Redd, candidate for District Judge.

April 11, 2014 Joint Luncheon Meeting with Republican Roundtable

March 29, 2014 Family Night at Seafood Palace. The drawing for our Benelli shotgun raffle.

March 28, 2014 Luncheon Meeting. Guest Speaker Louisiana Commissioner of Insurance, Jim Donelan

2013 Christmas Party and Installation of Officers, December 12, 2013 at the Pioneer Club in Lake Charles, La. Installation was conducted by LFRW President June Williams.