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Every Tuesday - Open Play at AMoA. Come join the fun!

Mah Jongg Fundraiser at the Alexandria Museum of Art

Join us for a fun evening of Mah Jongg at the beautiful Alexandria Museum of Art. Enjoy great play, food, and prizes—all while supporting AMoA. Pay-to-play for a wonderful cause.

Join us as we mark 20 years of Upper Iowa University Peacock Pride in Central Louisiana! Reconnect with alumni, students, faculty, staff, and community partners while celebrating the impact UIU has made in Alexandria and beyond.

- Light refreshments
- Alumni & student connections
- UIU pride & memories

All alumni, current students, and all of CENLA is invited. Admissions counselors on-site to discuss programs and conduct free transcript evaluations. RSVP at go.uiu.edu/alexrsvp.

The Modern Mobility Study Open House Meeting is an opportunity for residents and stakeholders to learn about the transportation planning process for Central Louisiana. Participants can view maps and displays, share ideas, and identify mobility challenges in Alexandria, Pineville, and throughout Rapides Parish. The feedback collected will help shape future transportation projects and priorities. All community members are encouraged to attend and provide input.

She’s back – the world’s youngest female driver – Faith Phreed! You will not want to miss the most monster trucks ever!

Saturday, January 31 at 7:30 PM!

Monster Truck rides – Louisiana Side by Side Racing Championships – Spiderman and more!

COMEDIAN ALI SIDDIQ ANNOUNCES SHOW AT LABORDE EARLES ENTERTAINMENT CENTER FOR THE FINAL LEG OF HIS “IN THE SHADOWS TOUR” ON JANUARY 17, 2026!

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 is playwright, actor, author and director JEFF GOELZ, a founding force in the SPECTRAL SISTERS play group. He will speak on playwriting, plays, the Spectral Sisters (and maybe we might even see a mini-play in person also!)

Love anime? Crave ramen? Wish you had people to share it with? Join us at Westside for 20 Somethings, our monthly program where each session focuses on something you love to do. This month, we’re diving into Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End—the anime that dethroned Fullmetal Alchemist on MyAnimeList. We’ll watch together and enjoy some fun conversations about the series so far.

Whether you’re watching it for the first time or rewatching, it’s an experience you won’t want to miss.

Experience the magic of winter—no matter the weather! In this hands-on STEM program, kids will learn about chemical reactions and polymers while making their own batch of realistic, fluffy “snow.” Participants will explore how certain materials absorb water, expand, and mimic real snow, then use their creations for fun sensory play and experiments. Perfect for curious kids who love science and a little winter wonder!

Registration in advance is required as space is limited.

Our Author of the Month for January is local author Shannon Williams. Join us as Shannon Williams reads from and signing her book, Non-Verbal. Writing has always been Shannon's refuge. She finds solace in the power of words. In addition to her books, Shannon is also a passionate poet, weaving emotions into verses that speak to the heart.

Shannon Williams is from Alexandria, LA, where she finds inspiration in the warmth in southern hospitality and the rich tapestry of her community. She has 3 children, 7 Godchildren, and a precious granddaughter.