Art

Ongoing-September 28: 37th September Competition, Alexandria Museum of Art (933 Second St, Alexandria). annual juried exhibition is selected by a guest juror from national and international submissions. The exhibition highlights contemporary art practices in all media. Additionally, the September Competition connects the museum with artists that are excelling in their field and media. Call: 318-443-3458. themuseum.org

August 10: Second Saturday at the Museum, Alexandria Museum of Art (933 Second St, Alexandria). Enjoy the Alexandria Museum of Art without admission charge on the second Saturday of the month. Cost: Free. Call: 318-443-3458. themuseum.org

August 10: Art for All—Embroidery in Fine Art, Alexandria Museum of Art (933 Second St, Alexandria), 1:00pm-4:00pm. Participants will learn how stitching can be incorporated into fine art. They will be inspired by the work of Polina Vee from AMoA’s 37th September Competition and create their own mixed media embroidered art pieces. Art for All is geared towards groups or individuals of all ages. Bring your family, a friend, or just yourself. Cost: $20.00 per Group of up to 5; AMoA member groups Free. Call: 318-443-3458. themuseum.org

August 13: Creatives Round Table, Alexandria Museum of Art (933 2nd Street, Alexandria), 5:30pm-7:30pm. 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? Maybe you want to learn how other artists market their art or ship their art? Well, come on! Let’s talk about it! No need to register. Cost: Free. Call: 318-443-3458. themuseum.org

September 3: Creativity Launch Pad—Still Life, Alexandria Museum of Art (933 2nd Street, Alexandria), 5:30pm-7:00pm. Launch your creativity in this on-going adult (21+) art education series for any and all skill levels seeking a relaxed creative environment in which to learn, receive instruction, experiment with mediums with other adults. Launch Pad classes offer a rotation of mediums to provide a well-rounded art experience, designed for the beginner, intermediate and advanced students. All supplies are included. Classes meet on the first Tuesday of every month. Cost: $10.00 AMoA Members; $20.00 Non-Members. Call: 318-443-3458. themuseum.org

Music

September 1: Clay Walker, Paragon Casino Resort (711 Paragon Place, Marksville), 8:00pm. Make it a Labor Day weekend to remember with an unforgettable performance by multi-platinum country music artist Clay Walker! Listen to some of his biggest hits like “Live Until I Die” and “She Won’t Be Lonely Long” in the Mari Showroom. Cost: $45.00+. Call: 800-946-1946.

Theatre

August 10: A Non-Fictional War, Kress Theatre (1102 3rd Street, Alexandria), 7:30pm. Moscow Nights presents “A Non-fictional War” hosted by Spectral Sisters Productions. Oleksandra Basko’s “A Non-Fictional War” is a gripping, present-day saga of her family’s personal journey through the strife and uncertainty of the Russo-Ukrainian War and Putin’s full-scale invasion of her country. Adapted into dramatic form by Artistic Director Natasha O. Ramer, this theatrical work captures the universal terror that transcends political and geographic borders, focusing on the human experience, particularly that of a mother seeking the protection, growth, and betterment of her husband and three children. Mature themes. Parental discretion is advised. Cost: $10.00 General; $8.00 Seniors.

August 12, 19, 26 & September 2: Military Monday at the Movies, Grand Theatre Alexandria (2039 North Mall Drive, Alexandria). All military personnel and first responders can enjoy the ultimate movie experience at Santikos Entertainment for just $5.00. Along with $5.00 movie tickets, they’ll also have access to a $5.00 large drink and a $5.00 large popcorn, making their cinema experience even more enjoyable and unforgettable. Valid ID required. Cost: $5.00.

Events

Ongoing-August: New Hope Al-Anon Group, Horseshoe Drive Methodist Church (1600 Horseshoe Drive, Alexandria), 7:00pm.  The New Hope Al-Anon Group meets each Tuesday and Thursday evening. Al-Anon is a mutual support group for anyone having experienced a problem with someone else’s drinking or addiction. You are free to ask questions or to talk about your situation or just listen. Every meeting is different. Each meeting has the autonomy to be run as its members choose, within guidelines designed to promote Al-Anon unity. Cost: Free.

August 8: LCU Town Hall, Granberry Conference Room (1140 College Drive, Pineville), 6:30pm. Louisiana Christian University will hold a Town Hall meeting to welcome input from all those interested in the search for the next president and in the direction of the school moving forward. Cost: Free. LCUniversity.edu

August 12: Professional Women’s Network of Cenla (PWN), Brocato’s (5515 Coliseum Blvd, Alexandria), 12:00pm-1:00pm. Join PWN for networking and a delicious lunch. No reservations required. Lunch is available for purchase prior to the meeting. Cost: Free. Call: 318-880-3033.

August 13, 20, 27 & September 3: Alexandria Farmer’s Market, First United Methodist Church (2727 Jackson Street, Alexandria), 3:00pm-6:00pm. The Alexandria Farmers Market is a weekly gathering that connects the community of Alexandria with the farmers, ranchers, and agricultural artisans of Central Louisiana. This connection strives to improve the physical, social, and economic well-being of the region by providing access to fresh, healthy, local food for residents, fostering community relationships, and serving as a business incubator for growers and producers. Cost: Free. Call: 318-441-3407.

August 14: Cenla Women’s Prayer Connection, Westside Regional Library (5416 Provine Place, Alexandria), 10:00am. Joanna Taylor will serve as hostess and Julia Parker will offer a presentation on a mission trip to Trinidad. No reservations required; bring a friend. Cost: Free. Call: 318-664-1192.

August 14: Child Safety Seat Check, Rapides Regional Medical Center Main Entrance (211 4th Street, Alexandria), 2:00pm-5:00pm. A trained child passenger safety educator will take a look at your car seats, make sure they are not under recall, make sure the seat is installed properly and show you how to install the car seat. The car seat check process takes between 15-25 minutes, depending on how many car seats are in the vehicle. The seat checks normally are held the second Wednesday of each month. Cost: Free.

August 17: National Honey Bee Day, Alexandria Zoo (3016 Masonic Drive, Alexandria), 9:00am-12:00pm. The zoo will be a-buzz as we celebrate all things pollinators! The Zoo will welcome community partners Cenla Beekeepers and LSUA’s Bee Campus representatives who will be sharing their love for all things bees at our celebration. Explore Discovery Carts and find out how you can help out pollinators right here in Cenla. Keeper Chats will not only give you the chance to meet the staff that cares for our zoo residents but will allow you to explore the mammals that are pollinators and seed dispersers in their ecosystems. Cost: Regular admission. Call: 318-441-6810. thealexandriazoo.com

August 17: Sip & Spirit Fest, Paragon Casino Resort (711 Paragon Place, Marksville), 3:00pm. Don’t miss this unique event showcasing unlimited samples of wine and spirits from our vendors, plus great food, awesome door prizes and live Zydeco music from Geno DeLafose and French Rockin’ Boogie, Jamie Bergeron and the Kickin’ Cajuns, and Travis Matte and the Zydeco Kingpins! This event benefits Alzheimer’s Foundation (Alexandria Chapter), United Way Of Central Louisiana, Save Cenla (ASIST), and Avoyelles Animal Welfare Society. Ultra Admission includes festival plus classes and speakers from 1:00pm-3:00pm in the Hall of Chiefs, and a delicious VIP dinner in the Ballroom from 7:00pm-8:00pm. Cost: $50.00 General Admission; $75.00 Ultra Admission.

August 22-23, 27-28 & September 3-4, 10-11: Save Cenla ASIST Training, 7:00am-4:30pm. Suicide and mental health issues are a growing concern, especially in these trying times. Suicide is preventable. Anyone can make a difference. Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) is an evidence-based, two-day workshop in suicide prevention skills helps participants learn and practice a life-saving intervention model that is widely used by professionals and the general public. August 22: St. Mary’s Catholic Church (808 Front Street, Cottonport); August 27: First Baptist Church (1101 Elm Street, Olla); September 3: B22 Sports Complex (801 Grove Street, Dry Prong); September 10: Grand Church (205 1st Avenue, Kinder). Open to ages 16+. Mental health professionals can receive 12 CEUs after taking this workshop for $60.00 through livingworks.net (a $300 value). Cost: Free. Call: 337-519-1888. SaveCenla.com/ASIST.

August 22: Cenla Author’s Club Meeting, Westside Regional Library (5416 Provine Place, Alexandria), 6:30pm. Winner of the International Book Awards and the Independent Publisher Book Awards, author Rannah Gray will speak about her chilling true story, “Familiar Evil”, the story of the international search for TV personality Scott Rogers in which his dark side as a child predator was exposed. Cost: Free.

August 23: Free Friday Night at T.R.E.E. House Children’s Museum, T.R.E.E. House Children’s Museum (1403 3rd St, Alexandria), 5:00pm-8:00pm. Join in every 4th Friday of each month for a great time to “treat” friends and family to a night at the museum! Cost: Free. Call: 318-619-9394.

August 24: Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner, Theus Law Offices (1902 Jackson St, Alexandria), 5:30pm. “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner” is the third annual fundraiser for Glass Act Recycling. Attendees purchase tickets in advance for the evening, and gather for an opening reception to receive a sealed envelope that includes the name and address of their hosts along with a menu teaser for the evening. Guests and hosts will remain a mystery until dinnertime! It’s your chance to be a dinner guest at a surprise host home, surrounded by laughter, stories, and some new and familiar faces for a great cause! Cost: $100. GlassActRecycling.com

August 29: Oakwing Menu Reveal, OakWing Golf Club (2345 Vandenburg Dr, Alexandria), 5:30pm. With years of culinary expertise, and a deep passion for exceptional dining, OakWing’s legendary executive chef, Dean Kennedy, promises to delight the taste buds and showcase his impeccable service through this entertaining introduction of OakWing’s newest catering and menu items. Proceeds benefit The Rotary Club of Alexandria’s Doll & Toy Fund. Cost: $25.00 Advance; $30.00 Door. Call: 318-561-0260.

August 31: RPL Creative Con, Westside Regional Library (5416 Provine Place, Alexandria), 9:00am-2:00pm. RPL’s “Creative Con” is out library’s friendly neighborhood local Comic Con. This year’s them is Star Wars! You can expect panels, vendors, games, virtual reality, and cool photo opportunities! It’s not Creative Con without costume contests! There will be costume contests for all ages – adult, teen, children under 13 and group categories. Winners win a gift card to BAM. Potential guests may include the 501st Legion and the Mustafar Temple. There will also be costumed characters to meet and interact with. We will make a cool craft–a lightsaber made out of pool noodles! Don’t miss this exciting annual event at RPL! Cost: Free. www.rpl.org

August 31: Live Gator Feeding Show, Paragon Casino Resort Hotel Atrium (711 Paragon Place, Marksville), 4:00pm. Join the crowd in the hotel lobby on the last Saturday of each month for a live alligator feeding show. Bring the children for photos with a baby gator after the show. You will also hear traditional songs and stories of south Louisiana’s flora and fauna performed by Tunica-Biloxi tribal members Donna Pierite and family. Cost: Free.

September 7: Experimental Aircraft Association 1st Saturday Breakfast, Buhlow Lake Airport (200 Lake Buhlow Road, Pineville), 7:30am-10:00am. Come enjoy a hearty breakfast of eggs, sausage, pancakes, grits, potatoes, milk, orange juice, and more! Anyone interested in aviation and general cordial chatter with lakeside ambience is welcome and invited to come to enjoy breakfast with us! Cost: $10.00 Donation.

September 7: Central Louisiana Dutch Oven Cookers First Saturday Gathering, Indian Creek Recreation Area (100 Camp Ground Road, Woodworth), 9:00am-12:30pm. A delicious day with Dutch oven cooking enthusiasts. There is no charge for food, however, donations are accepted. Regular park admission applies. Call: 318-625-1762.

September 7-8: Cenla Shrine Circus, Rapides Parish Coliseum (5600 Coliseum Blvd, Alexandria). The Cenla Shrine Circus returns to the Rapides Parish Coliseum for five performances over two days. Showtimes are 10:00am, 2:00pm and 6:30pm on Saturday; Sunday performances begin at 1:00pm and 5:00pm. Cost: $20.00 Adults; Free for Children under 12. Call: 318-442-9581. rpclive.org

Sports

August 6, 13, 20, 27 & September 3: Yoga in the Gallery, Alexandria Museum of Art (933 2nd Street, Alexandria), 5:45pm. Chill out every Tuesday with yoga classes taught by Learn with Laci. Registration is no longer required! Cost: Free. Call: 318-443-3458. themuseum.org

*All events subject to change.