Public Calendar

A mom break dedicated to maternal mental health.

Known as a celebration of spring, colors, and love, Holi is a time to welcome a new season and spread some joy. “It is a celebration of unity, equality, and love.”  And this year added focus is community. United we Flourish. Hope you will join us in our pursuit of joining diverse communities together. We will showcase Indian

Join us for a screening of this winner of the Best Documentary Short at this year’s Cinema on the Bayou film festival in Lafayette (directed by Graham Holt, Cinematography by Jerry Clark, Edited by Caleb Pate, and Produced by Timmons Inc.) and celebration of Avoyelles artist Jan Beauboeuf. Online registration at https://themuseum.org

You are invited to CENLA’S 2nd Annual Adult Book Fair! We are so excited to bring you the magic of that scholastic book fair high we have all been chasing! You can expect MORE books both used, new, and antique/collectibles, bookish merch, specialty bookish coffee from Caffeinated / Brew + Fizz, local indie authors, and

“””Are you an artist or creative in Central Louisiana? Are you looking for a place to come and talk to other creatives? Join us for the Creative Round Table! Being an artist can be isolating, but we can lift each other up! Do you want to learn about grants and artist calls? Talk about process?

In this fun and engaging library program, participants will learn about the basics of robotics, renewable energy, and the mechanics of solar power by building their very own “wobble bots” – simple, solar-powered robots that move in quirky, unpredictable patterns. These wobble bots work using solar energy and are designed to move based on the

This fun and educational program brings the wonders of the great outdoors directly to children by introducing them to the fascinating world of Louisiana Wildlife, with special appearance from the baby alligators! Designed to spark curiosity about wildlife in Louisiana, this event will teach children about Louisiana habitats and the animals that live in them.

Experience the magic of Tangled, an original ballet presented by Get to the Pointe Ballet Academy and choreographed by Sarah Ochs Ranson. This breathtaking production brings the beloved tale to life through stunning choreography, beautiful costumes, and enchanting music. Don’t miss this unforgettable performance showcasing the incredible talent of our award-winning ballerinas!

You are invited to celebrate Ward Hardware’s 100th anniversary! This fourth generation family owned hardware store has been serving the Cenla community since 1925, and we’d be honored if you’d celebrate this milestone with us! Join us for a Big Green Egg demo, the Red River Bank ice cream truck, sales, and giveaways.

Every mom deserves to feel special this Mother’s Day.  A FREE rose for Mom, Saturday, May 10th, 12PM by the mall Food Court. Provided by House of Flowers and Alexandria Mall. (While supplies last)  

Anyone can come and knit in the galleries. Open to all ages. Just getting started? AMoA has limited materials to get you started.   FREE and open to the public.

When: Friday, May 9th at 7PM, Saturday, May 10th at 7PM, and Sunday, May 11th at 2:30PM Where: Lagniappe Theatre at 7521 Coliseum Blvd. Alexandria, LA 71303 Tickets: www.lagniappetheatre.com or call (318) 48-STAGE $14-$16 Show Length: 90 Minutes and Fun for the Entire Family! One of the most enduring shows of all time, Joseph and