Tuesday: The Chamber of Commerce of East Baton Rouge Parish welcomes Central Mayor Jr. Shelton, who will deliver the State of the City of Central address at its monthly meeting at Café Américain, 7521 Jefferson Highway. The reception is at 11:30 a.m., with lunch and the address to follow at noon. Cost is $17, including lunch. Reservations are not necessary.
Tuesday: The Louisiana Association of Business and Industry hosts its annual meeting, which will feature guest speaker Dr. Ben Carson, an emerging star in conservative political circles and a potential 2016 presidential candidate. A panel discussion and luncheon also will take place. The panel discussion will include American Chemistry Council President and CEO Calvin Dooley; National Association of Manufacturers Vice President of Energy and Resources Policy Ross Eisenberg; and Louisiana Economic Development Secretary Stephen Moret. The event is from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Crowne Plaza, 4728 Constitution Ave. Cost is $165 for the panel discussion and keynote luncheon. Tables of 10 are available. Get complete details and register to attend.
Thursday: The Baton Rouge Area Foundation hosts an open house on the ongoing master planning effort for the rehabilitation and preservation of the LSU lakes. The meeting is set for 6 to 8 p.m. at the Lod Cook Alumni Center, 3838 W. Lakeshore Drive. Attendees will be able to view and comment on the initial working designs for the master plan, a final draft of which will be released April 30. RSVP to attend.
The Business Report planner is open to events of general interest to the Capital Region business community. Items must be submitted no later than noon the Friday before the event occurs. Email Steve Sanoski with information.
