Community Calendar for March 2010

Arts

Ongoing - March: Central Louisiana Arts & Healthcare Exhibits. Central Louisiana Arts & Healthcare proudly presents our monthly art exhibits at area hospitals and clinics. Exhibits are currently showing at the Christus Cabrini Gallery for Reflection and Healing; the Christus Cabrini Cancer Center Lobby; Rapides Regional Medical Center Gallery; and OSMS Gallery. For more information on the exhibits, visit www.artsandhealthcare.org; or Call: 769-7602.

Ongoing-March 6: Joseph Appalucci, Alexandria Museum of Art, Tue.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sponsored by AMoA. Opening reception: Jan. 19, 6-8 p.m. Cost: $4 adults, $3 students and seniors and $2 children. Call Anne Reid: 443-3458.

Ongoing-March 6: Jose Torres-Tama, “Free People of Color and Their Legacy”, Alexandria Museum of Art, Tue.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sponsored by AMoA. Opening reception: Jan. 19, 6-8 p.m. Cost: $4 adults, $3 students and seniors and $2 children. Call Anne Reid: 443-3458.

Ongoing-27: Spring Gallery Members Group Exhibit, 111 Third St., Leesville, Wed.-Sat. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sponsored by Gallery One Ellleven. Public Reception Saturday, March 20, 5 p.m. Call Tony McDonald: 337-718-3344. www.galleryoneellleven.org

March 19-May 1: Robert Warrens, Alexandria Museum of Art, Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sponsored by AMoA. Opening Reception Friday March 19 from 6-8 p.m. Cost: $4 adults, $3 students and seniors and $2 children. Call Anne Reid: 443-3458.

March 19-May 1: It’s a Mod, Mod World, AMoA’s Permanent Collection from the 60’s and 70’s, Alexandria Museum of Art, Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sponsored by AMoA. Opening Reception Friday March 19 from 6-8 p.m. Cost: $4 adults, $3 students and seniors and $2 children. Call Anne Reid: 443-3458.

March 20: Leesville Spring Art Walk, Main St. district of Leesville, 5-8 p.m. Sponsored by Gallery One Ellleven, Vernon Parish Tourist Commission and the City of Leesville. Art and music in downtown Leesville. Cost: Admission free. Call Paula Sche-Baldwin: 337-424-1496. Applications at www.galleryoneellleven.org.

March 29-April 29: 4th Annual Doctors’ Day Art Exhibit, CHRISTUS Cabrini Gallery for Reflection and Healing, 1st Floor Outpatient Center and Rapides Regional South Tower Art Gallery. Sponsored by Central Louisiana Arts and Healthcare, Inc. Both hospitals will feature this annual display of artwork by local doctors, healthcare professionals and their family members. Stop by to see this varied and amazing exhibit. Cost: Admission free. Call: 769-7602.

April 1-24: Paula Sche-Baldwin one person exhibit: “So What!”, Gallery One Ellleven, 111 Third St., Leesville, Wed.-Fri. 11a.m.-4p.m., Sat. 11a.m.-2p.m. Sponsored by Gallery One Ellleven. Opening reception for artist April 10, 6p.m. Cost: Admission free. Contact Tony McDonald: galleryoneellleven@gmail.com.

April 3: First Saturday Sidewalk Art Market, 1434 D Dorchester, 9:30a.m.-3p.m. Sponsored by Delicious Art. Ever changing and always exciting. Art and handcrafted items from local and regional artists, homemade food items and live music. Cost: Admission free. Call Karen Faulk: 451-2177 or deliciousartllc@gmail.com.

Dance

March 6: First Saturday Cajun Dance, 5290 England Drive, 6:30-10:30p.m. Sponsored by Alexandria Moose Lodge. Cajun dance lessons from 6:30-7p.m. Cash bar available. R&B and Swamp Pop music by the Bernie Allen Band from Kinder. Cost: $10 per person. Call Wayne King: 448-1832.

March 12: The Extra Mile Eighth Annual Dance & Silent Auction, England Airpark Community Center, 7-11 p.m. Sponsored by The Extra Mile. Music by Southern Express. Cost: $150 table of 10, $120 table of 8, $35 per couple and $25 single ticket. Call Jana or Herbie: 484-6575.

March 26 - 27: NSU Dance Company Concert, AA Fredericks Auditorium – NSU Campus, 7:30pm. NSU Theatre & Dance presents the 2010 Dance Company Concert which showcases the diverse backgrounds of faculty & student choreographers. Both entertaining & thought provoking, this performance always has something for every audience member. Expect to see modern, jazz, ballet, and tap. Family friendly event. Cost: $12 adults; $8 seniors/children. Call NSU Theatre and Dance: 318-357-4483.

April 3: First Saturday Cajun Dance, 5290 England Drive, 6:30-10:30p.m. Sponsored by Alexandria Moose Lodge. Cajun dance lessons from 6:30-7p.m. Cash bar available. Music by Scotty Pousson and the Pointe Aux Loups Playboys. Cost: $10 per person. Call Wayne King: 448-1832.

Music

March 4, 11, 18 and 25: R & B with Dynamic Jake, 321 Desoto St., 4:30-6:30 p.m. Sponsored by Music Office Co-Op. Large groups call ahead. Alcohol and drug free event. Cost: Admission free. Call Aaron Sibley: 442-6463.

March 12-14: Music Legends 2010, Hearne Stage at the Kress Theatre, 7:00pm (Fri-Sat) 2:00pm (Sunday only). Music Legends is an annual fundraiser featuring members of the Cenla community performing as the musical celebrity of their choice. More information is available at www.musiclegendsnow.com. All money raised will benefit the American Cancer Society. Cost: $10. Call: 729-2619 or 484-2581.

March 13: Rapides Symphony Orchestra: A Trip to Vienna, Coughlin Saunders Performing Arts Center, 7:30 p.m. Sponsored by Rapides Symphony Orchestra. All of the music comes from the birthplace of classical music, the city of Vienna. The centerpiece is Brahms’s epic Violin Concerto performed by violinist Anton Shelepov. Cost: $25 adults, $15 seniors and $10 students. Call: 442-9709.

March 18: La Connexion Francais/The French Connection, St. Francis Xavier Cathedral, 7 p.m. Sponsored by Red River Choral. Features music by French composers, including ‘Mass for Two Organs’ by Charles Marie Widor. Guest Conductor, Lynn Bauman. Cost: $10 adults and $5 students. Call Bishop Ron Herzog: 445-2401 ext. 203 or Red River Choral: 484-4463.

March 25: The Harlem Gospel Choir, Coughlin Saunders Performing Arts Center, 7 p.m. Sponsored by Arts Council of Central Louisiana. The most recognizable and renowned gospel choir in America. Founded in 1986 by Allen Bailey, it is made up of the finest singers and musicians from Harlem’s black churches and New York/Tri-State area. Reserved seating only. Cost: $22 adults, $15 seniors and $10 students. Call: 443-4718.

Theatre

March 12-13 & March 16-20: The Government Inspector, Theatre West – NSU Campus, 7:30pm. NSU Theatre & Dance presents the timeless comedy classic The Government Inspector. Corrupt government officials, secret cover-ups and, of course, a covert government investigation. Nikolai Gogol reminds us absolute power corrupts, absolutely. Not recommended for children under 15 years of age. Seating is limited, reservations are recommended. Cost: $12 adults; $8 seniors/children. Call NSU Theatre and Dance: 318-357-4483.

Events

Ongoing - May: Census Awareness, Nationwide. Sponsored by United States Census Bureau. Please be counted, it’s so important to our community. Call Danielle Edwards: 337-804-2418. www.census.gov/2010census.

Ongoing - March: The Longs in Politics and Transportation on the Red, Louisiana History Museum, Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Cost: Admission free. Call Dale Genius: 487-8556. www.louisianahistorymuseum.org

Ongoing: Yoga in the Gallery, Alexandria Museum of Art, 5:30-6:30p.m. Tuesdays and 8:30-9:30a.m. Fridays. Sponsored by AMoA. Enjoy practicing Yoga with Joan Manuel and Leigh Collins in the serene setting of our 3rd floor gallery. Cost: $80 for 10 classes $60 for AMoA members, $10 for drop-ins. Call: 443-3458.

March 5: Wear Blue for Colon Cancer Awareness, South Tower Lobby at RRMC, 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Louisiana Cancer Control Partnership will give away blue “Colorectal Cancer Awareness” ribbons and health information. RRMC also invites the community to join their employees in wearing blue to promote Colon Cancer Screening Awareness.

March 6: Central Louisiana Start! Heart Walk, England Airpark, 8 a.m. Sponsored by American Heart Association. Join us at the Start! Heart Walk to celebrate heart healthy lifestyles and get Central Louisiana moving. Cost: Admission free. Call Darla Williford: 677-2483.

March 6: One Day Breastfeeding Class, Gallery Room, Rapides Regional Medical Center Gallery Room, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Intended for women wanting to breastfeed their infants, this class is taught by an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and focuses on advantages, preparation and troubleshooting techniques. The support partner/father is welcome to attend. Cost: $30.00 (includes lunch) if not delivering at Rapides Women’s and Children’s Hospital. Call: 769-3106 or register online at rapidesregional.com.

March 6: Breastfeeding Class, Christus Cabrini Women’s & Children’s Hospital, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. This class is taught by an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and focuses on the benefits, techniques and concerns of breastfeeding. The father/support partner is welcome. Sponsored by Christus Cabrini Women’s & Children’s Hospital. Pre-registration required. Cost: $30. Call: 448-6970.

March 6: Railroad Day, TREE House Children's Museum, 2:00pm. Come join the TREE House and our team of Junior Engineers for Railroad Day, featuring Rockwell Railroad, train rides and train crafts. Cost: $3.50. Call: 619-9394.

March 8: MOMS Club Meeting, First United Methodist Church on Jackson Street in Alexandria, 10:00 a.m. This is an international, non-profit organization that provides support to stay at home moms in the Alexandria/Pineville area. Children are welcome. Contact: momsclubofalexandriaarea@hotmail.com.

March 8: The Morning Widowed Persons Support Group, Power Center, 10am-11:30am. This is an on-going support group for men and women whose spouse has died. Our program will be on How To Be Your Own Car Mechanic. Special guest speakers are Kevin Bordelon and Dwight Epperson from Jiffy Lube. There will be group sharing time and this group has trained Outreach Volunteers who are available to the newly grieving. Please plan to dine with us after the meeting. Sponsored by Christus St. Frances Cabrini Hospital. Call Becky Watkins: 448-6938 or Pam Hataway: 448-6970.

March 8: Look Good, Feel Better, 12:00noon. Cancer can rob a woman of her energy, appetite and strength. But it doesn’t have to take away her self-confidence. Look Good … Feel Better is a free program led by a trained volunteer cosmetologist who teaches beauty techniques to female cancer patients in active therapy. In order to provide complimentary cosmetics (light, medium, dark or extra dark), advance registration is required. Call: 800-ACS-2345.

March 9: Sibling Class, Christus Cabrini Women’s & Children’s Hospital, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. This class is a fun, interactive class designed specifically for young siblings who are expecting a new baby in the home. Cost: $10. Call: 448-6970.

March 9: Patience Quilters, West Side Regional Library, 6:30pm. Patience Quilters meets at 6:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month at West Side Regional Library, located at 5416 Provine Place in Alexandria, off Highway 28 West. The meetings are open to the public. Quilters are invited as well as anyone interested in learning more about quilting. Email: FabricChick2008@aol.com.

March 10: Project ENABLE-Living on a Fixed Income: It’s a Long Month, Bolton Ave. Community Center, 10 a.m. Sponsored by City of Alexandria Division of Community Services. Learn to stretch your income by setting priorities, establishing a budget and saving. To respect the learning experience of all participants, children are not allowed at this workshop. Call and register today. Cost: Admission free. Call: 449-5108.

March 11: Diabetes Group Class, Rapides Women’s & Children’s Hospital Trellis Room, 9 a.m. – Noon. Rapides Regional Medical Center is offering a new, free program designed for adults with newly diagnosed diabetes and for people needing a refresher course in diabetes management. This is a basic diabetes program taught by a registered nurse and dietician, therefore no physician referral is required. The program content follows the American Diabetes Association guidelines and uses a variety of teaching methods to enhance learning. Topics include meal planning, monitoring blood sugar, medications, complications, and learning to deal with a chronic disease. Cost: Free. Pre-registration is required, space is limited. Call: 769-3106.

March 11: ALS Support Group, Gallery Room A, Rapides Regional Medical Center, 6 p.m.. This monthly support group is designed for ALS patients, their family members, friends and caregivers. The group meets the second Thursday of each month. Patients who attend will have access to companies which provide services for ALS patients, such as physical therapy or wheelchair repair. Call: Duana Trotter at 445-7898 or 308-1950.

March 12: Free Colorectal Cancer Screening Kits, South Tower Lobby at RRMC, 9:00am - 12:00noon. The Cancer Screening Project will give away free colorectal screening kits for men and women ages 50 to 64, without Medicare or Medicaid who meet specific income guidelines. Call: 767-3027.

March 13: Childbirth Class, Christus Cabrini Women’s & Children’s Hospital, 9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. This class is designed especially for expecting couples from early pregnancy through the delivery process. All classes are taught by certified childbirth educators. Cost: $30.

March 13: Cancer Survivor's Luncheon, Holy Family Center at St. Ritas Church, 11:00am. Local cancer survivors and a guest are invited to gather for lunch, special activities and networking with other cancer survivors. Relay for Life will be on hand for pre-registration for the 2010 Rapides Parish Relay! Reservations are required. Call Janet Bonnette: 466-6074.

March 14: Town of Mansura Sesquicentennial Celebration, Mansura City Hall, 9 a.m. Sponsored by Town of Mansura and Mansura Chamber of Commerce. Celebrating 150 years of incorporation. Cost: Admission free. Call Connie Ducote: 318-964-2152.

March 14: Rev. Ameal Jones Pre-Anniversary Service, Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church, 3:00pm. The public is invited to attend a Pre-Anniversary Service honoring Pastor Ameal Jones, featuring special guest singing group, The Augustine Sisters & Family and Guest Pastor Floyd A. Murray. Sponsored by the Mt. Zion Pastor's Support Ministry. Cost: Free.

March 15: Cancer Support Group, Rapides Cancer Center, 12:00noon. If you or someone you know has cancer, or you are a caretaker of someone with cancer, please join this group on the third Monday of each month at the Rapides Cancer Center. A light meal will be served. Pre-registration required. Call: 769-7200.

March 16: Happiest Baby On The Block, Christus Cabrini Women’s & Children’s Hospital. The program was created by Dr. Harvey Karp and is designed to teach parents simple, effective and fun techniques to quickly soothe their babies’ cries and help them to sleep a little longer. Cost: $30.

March 18: Parkinson’s Support Group, Power Center, 11:00am. This group meets on the third Thursday of each month and is open to anyone who has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s and their family/caregiver. We offer educational handouts and programs plus a chance to share with others. Lunch is provided by Christus St. Frances Cabrini Hospital. Call Pam Hataway: 448-6970 or Becky Watkins: 448-6938.

March 19-20: Que’in on the Red, North Levee Park, Fri. 5-10 p.m. and Sat. Noon-10 p.m. Sponsored by the City of Alexandria and Community Partners. Join us for championship barbecue, great music and a carnival on the Red River. Teams competing from all over the region and nationally known musical entertainers. Bring everyone you know to this weekend of family fun. Cost: $10. Call: 449-5225.

March 19: Southern Circuit of Independent Filmmakers: “God’s Architects”, Coughlin Saunders Performing Arts Center, 7 p.m. Sponsored by Arts Council of Central Louisiana. Film tells the story of five visionary builders and their enigmatic creations. With neither funding nor blueprints, these builders, unbeknownst to one another, dedicate their entire lives to creating architectural worlds that for most exist only in the wilds of the imagination. Cost: $5. Call 443-4718.

March 20: Que’in Kids Cook Off, North Levee Park, 8 a.m.-Noon. Sponsored by City of Alexandria and Community Partners. Children ages 8-17 compete for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place trophies in two categories: Chicken Little (chicken) and Chop Sooey (pork chops).
Cost: $25 team entry fee. Call: 449-5228.

March 20: 26th Annual Czech Heritage Festival, Libuse, 9:30am. Enjoy crafts, historical exhibits, live music, traditional Czech dancing and great ethnic Czech food. Live entertainment featuring Louisiana Czech Dancers, Salsa and Belgium dancers, Maggie & Ernest Gremella, the Kovanda Band and the Gary Cathey Band. Call Cookie: 473-2745.

March 20-21: Home & Product Show, Alexandria/Pineville Riverfront Center, Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sun. Noon-5 p.m. Sponsored by Home Builders Association of Central Louisiana. Features a kaleidoscope of homebuilders, remodelers, decorating services, residential designers, mortgage bankers and virtually any service or product related to
the home. Vendor space available. HBA members: $450, non members: $550 for a 10X10 space. Cost: $5 adults; children 12 and under free. Call Amy DeSoto: 443-1902.

March 20: Corley’s Miniatures Petting Zoo, TREE House Children’s Museum, 1-3 p.m. Sponsored by TREE House Children’s Museum. Cost: $3.50 per person. Call Kara Edwards: 619-9394.

March 22: Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group, Power Center, 11:00am. This group is designed for Caregivers and/or family members of those diagnosed with Alzheimer/Dementia. We offer educational handouts, sharing time, and lunch is provided by Christus St. Frances Cabrini Hospital. Call Pam Hataway: 448-6970 or Becky Watkins: 448-6938.

March 22: Alzheimer’s Activity Group, Power Center, 11:00am. The staff from Kingsley Place will offer appropriate activities for those with Alzheimer’s disease with a fun, hands-on approach. The caregiver must attend the Caregivers Group and stay on campus during this group time. Lunch is provided by Christus St. Frances Cabrini Hospital. Call Pam Hataway: 448-6970 or Becky Watkins: 448-6938.

March 22: Breathing and Relaxation, Gallery Room at RRMC, 6:30 p.m.- 8:30 p.m. Taught by a certified childbirth instructor, this class will be an in-depth opportunity to practice breathing and relaxation techniques and other comfort measures for labor and delivery. The support partner/father is encouraged to attend. Bring pillows to class. Cost: $15 if not delivering at RRMC. Call: 877-801-8441.

March 23: Mommy Talk: A Teenage Pregnancy Education Program, Christus Cabrini Women’s & Children’s Hospital Conference Room. This fun and informative class is especially designed for the “on the go” teenage expectant mom and her support group/family. Special emphasis is given to the continuing needs of teenagers such as health and fitness, nutrition, staying in school, resources for pregnant mom, as well as the labor and delivery process. Classes will be taught by a Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner and a Certified Childbirth Educator. Cost: Free.

March 25: Muscular Dystrophy Support Group, Gallery Room at RRMC, 6:00pm. Meetings include guest speakers and access to staff from the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Call: 800-644-9730.

March 27: 4th Annual Doctors’ Day Follies and Art Exhibit, Coughlin Saunders performing Arts Center, 7 p.m. Sponsored by Central Louisiana Arts & Healthcare, Inc. Doctors and other local healthcare professionals perform onstage and present art in this annual exhibit. Proceeds go to continue healing arts work in local healthcare facilities. Cost: $25 reserved seats, $10 for general seating. Call: 769-7602.

March 29: Safe Sitter Course, Power Center, 8:00am - 3:30pm. Babysitting is a big responsibility! That’s why Christus St. Frances Cabrini Hospital will be offering a “Safe Sitter” course to teach boys and girls, ages 11-14, techniques of child care and safety to include how to handle emergencies. Cost: $30. Call Community Services: 448-6970.

March 30: Safe Sitter Class, Medical Terrace Auditorium at RRMC, 7:45am - 4:30pm. For boys and girls ages 11 to 13. Learn the basic skills you need to be a safe and successful babysitter. This medically-accurate, hands-on class teaches sitters how to entertain children and keep them safe, how to perform basic child care skills, how to call for emergency help, what to do when a child chokes, how to keep themselves safe and how to start a successful babysitting business. Space is limited; registration is required. Cost: $40 (includes lunch and supplies). Call: 877-801-8441.

April 1: National Census Day, Nationwide. Sponsored by the US Census Bureau. Targeted date to have census questionnaire forms completed and mailed back to the US Census Bureau. Call: 1-800-923-8282.

April 1: Movies in the Park, various locations, 6p.m. Sponsored by the City of Alexandria Division of Community Services and Fox 48. Popular movies will be shown in local parks. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets and family out to enjoy the show! Cost: Admission free. Call: 449-5108.

April 2: Easter Egg Hunt, Lecompte Park, Noon. Sponsored by Town of Lecompte. Bring your own basket. Cost: Admission free. Call: 776-5488.

April 3, 10: First Aid with Adult, Infant and Child CPR, Central Louisiana Red Cross Office, 8a.m.-3p.m. Sponsored by Central Louisiana Red Cross. Cost: $30. Call Susan Singleton: 442-6621 ext. 211.

April 5: Between Floors, Coughlin-Saunders Performing Arts Center, 7 p.m. Sponsored by Arts Council of Central Louisiana. Film examines the human condition through a uniquely claustrophobic lens, following groups trapped in five different elevators. Part of the Southern Circuit of Independent Filmmakers. Cost: $5. Call: 443-4718.

April 8: Diabetes Group Class, Rapides Women’s and Children’s Hospital, Trellis Room, 9:30a.m.-Noon. Sponsored by Rapides Regional Medical Center. Program for adults with newly diagnosed diabetes and those needing a refresher course in diabetes management. No physician referral required. Taught by registered dietitian and registered nurse. Space is limited. Cost: Admission free. Call: 887-801-8441 or www.rapidesregional.com.

April 10: Spring Herb Day, Kent Plantation House, 9a.m.-1p.m. Sponsored by Kent Plantation House. Cost: Admission free. Call: 487-5998.

April 10: Louisiana Corn Festival Queen’s Pageant, Haas Auditorium, Bunkie, 9a.m. Sponsored by Bunkie Chamber of Commerce. Children’s Pageant at 9a.m. open to state, Junior and Teen Division at 4 p.m. closed to parish and Miss Division at 4p.m. open to state. Cost: $5. Call Phyllis O’Quin: 346-2575.

April 10: One Day Breastfeeding Class, Rapides Regional Medical Center, Medical Terrace, Gallery Room, 2nd floor, 9a.m.-3p.m. Sponsored by Rapides Regional Medical Center. For women wanting to breastfeed their infants. Focuses on advantages, preparation and troubleshooting techniques. The support partner/father is welcome to attend. Light lunch provided. Cost: $30 per family, waived if delivering at RW&CH. Call: 887-801-8441 or www.rapidesregional.com.

Sports

March 5: St. Rita Church’s 7th Annual Golf Tournament, Oakwing Golf Course, Noon tee-time. Sponsored by St. Rita Church. 4-player scramble. Adult teams. Fee includes green fees, driving range fee, cart rental, refreshments and courtesy cart service. Complimentary bag lunch and dinner. Cost: $400 per team; $100 per player. Call Karen Moreau: 445-7141 ext. 17.

March 19-21: Cenla Baseball “Que’in on the Red” Baseball Tournament, Johnny Downs Sports Complex. Sponsored by Cenla Baseball. Call Fred Ruggles: 730-9690. www.cenlabaseball.com

April 3: Gulf Coast Adventure Race Alexandria, Kincaid Lake, Evangeline Camp, 9a.m. adult race; 2p.m. family/beginner challenge. Sponsored by Fit Families for Cenla, Inc. Teams of three will participate in canoeing, mountain biking and trail running. Navigational skills a plus. Adult race will last three to four hours; beginners challenge will last one hour. Canoes provided, but mountain bike and helmet required. Cost: $70 adult race and $25 for beginners challenge. Call Teresa: 447-7219 or Stacey: 308-6146.

April 3: We Walk Fitness, A.S.H. Stadium, 9a.m. Sponsored by We Walk Fitness. A program that takes the hard work out of exercising. First Saturday of every month. Cost: $25 registration. Call Jolynn Shaw: 308-7122 or www.wewalkfitness.websiteworks.com.

April 10-12: Pre-season Tournament, Johnny Downs Sports Complex.
Sponsored by Dixie Youth Baseball. Call Mark Dinnat: 419-0438.

April 10: GUMBO Crossroads, Alexandria Senior High, 8a.m.-Noon. Sponsored by GUMBO, Inc. Track and field competition for students with physical or visual disabilities. Lunch is provided. Athletes must pre-register at www.gumbogames.com. Cost: Admission free. Call Pam Carey: 1-800-259-7200.

April 10: 3rd Annual Joey Giordano Memorial Fishing Tournament, Red River at Colfax. The past two years have been great tournaments and we look forward to the one in 2010. Again this year, we will guarantee a 1st place prize of $2,000.00 as well as great food, fun and door prizes. For more information, including entry forms, please contact us at joeygiordanofoundation@gmail.com or visit our website at www.joeygiordanofoundation.com. In addition, we are looking for sponsors to help with this year's event. As a sponsor, depending on sponsorship level, you are eligible to have your business name printed on the tournament shirt, tournament banner, and a free team entry.