Public Calendar

Join Lagniappe Homecare, Naomi Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation Center and Hilltop Nursing and Rehabilitation Center on Saturday, May 3, for the 16th Annual Run for Your Life 5K Urban Trail Run and 1 Mile Fun Run! This event benefits St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The 5K begins at 8 a.m. at Forts Randolph and Buhlow, […]

The Alexandria Museum of Art’s 2025 Louisiana Dragon Boat Races are coming up, and now’s the time to rally your team and join the competition! Whether you’re a business, nonprofit, or a group of friends looking for an unforgettable team-building experience, this is your chance to come together, paddle hard, and show what you’ve got;

ALEX RIVER FETE Alex River Fête draws together Louisianans and out of state visitors from near and far to celebrate the arts, culture, and heritage of Central Louisiana. Set on the banks of the Red River in Downtown Alexandria, the three-day festival has historically encompassed several events including Dinner on the Bricks, an ArtWalk, QueIn on the Red and Indie

Join United Way of Central Louisiana for a virtual Poverty Navigator Training if you’re ready to make a difference in the community! This training, built on the framework of Dr. Donna Beegle’s Opportunity Community Model, will give you the tools needed to help navigate poverty in the CenLa area, remove the stigma and shame it

🎶🔥 Get Ready for FRESH FEST 25! 🔥🎶   Central Louisiana’s FIRST indoor music festival is happening April 27th at the Hearne Stage! 🎤🎸✨   🎶 Live music from top-tier regional and local artists 🎉 Family-friendly vibes & fun for all ages 🍔 Food, vendors & an electric atmosphere   This is more than a

Let’s team up to protect our planet!  Discover the amazing world of wildlife and learn how you can be a superhero for the planet.  Enjoy Keeper Chats and engage with local organizations sharing their conservation passion through activities, crafts, and demonstrations.

Join us for THE BOLTON HIGH SCHOOL ALUMNI ASSOCIATIONFOR ITS 2nd ANNUAL HALL OF FAME INDUCTION! Reservations are required. Cocktails at 6:00 p.m. | Dinner and program at 7:30 p.m. Lagniappe Theatre Event Center Individual tickets are $50 | Reserved tables are $500 | Corporate Sponsorships are $1,000 | Event Sponsorships are $2,500 Honorees include:Scott

The Cenla Authors’ Club is open to authors and writers of all levels and genres, and anyone interested in learning more about the book-writing process, even if you haven’t written your first word (yet!). This month’s speaker will be Dr. John Doucet. Dr. Doucet is one of the top educators in the state. He is

Join us for an exciting and hands-on Family STEM Night at the library! This interactive event is designed for families to explore the world of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) through a fun and creative build challenge. Participants of all ages will use common household objects to design and build a unique structure, contraption,

Kids need trees! Our seed guide, Lisa Delaney, will guide the children through the entire planting and growing process of tree seeds. The ultimate goal is for children to grasp the significance of planting tree seeds for the well-being of our planet. The best time to plant a tree is twenty years ago. The second

Join us monthly for Books & Bites, a fun cooking demonstration where you’ll learn new recipes, enjoy tasty samples, and discover cookbooks from our collection. Each session features a recipe inspired by books, regional flavors, or seasonal ingredients. Free and open to all skill levels. Come hungry and leave with a new favorite recipe! Spaces

Come join us for a night filled with fun as we learn to make 3 cocktails by our certified mixologist Toi Patterson. We will also have “ Keep on Rollin’ Eggrolls and More” Foodtruck onsite with a lot of delicious entrees and treats to purchase . Last but not least we will get your creative