General

United Way of Central Louisiana is excited to say that this summer’s Summer of Service program is funded by a Youth Volunteer Summer Service Grant from The Rapides Foundation. As part of the grant, we are implementing the Youth Volunteer Corps model to engage youth in team-based service experiences that build life and work skills while inspiring a lifetime ethic of service. Also, we are excited to grow and support our partnerships with Louisiana Christian University and the Alexandria Housing Authority.

Summer of Service Focus

The USDA Forest Service and Kent Plantation House invite children of all ages to the Annual Kent House Bug & Reptile Day at the Kent Plantation House on Saturday, June 24, 2023, from 9 AM to 1 PM. Entry fee is $2.00 for ages 3 and up (cash only, please). There will be bug and reptile encounters galore. Come hold a bug or even eat one if you dare! Concessions and t-shirts will be available for purchase.

Safe Summer is an event sponsored by Calvary Tabernacle of Alexandria. Summer time means that children are at home more and out in the neighborhood more, this can lead to an increase in accidents. Safe Summer will have community providers with health and safety information to ensure that our community has a SAFE SUMMER.
We will also have FREE refreshments, door prizes, and loads of fun.

25th Annual Tunica-Biloxi Pow Wow
After 3-year hiatus, Tribe encourages public to participate in traditional arts, storytelling, music and dance competitions

Young entrepreneurs will set up shop in the Alexandria Mall, where they get to sell their own products and keep all the profit! Please stop in, shop and support our youngest entrepreneurs!

This event is open for participants ages 6-15 years of age. For more information or to register your child please visit https://www.alexandriamall.com/events/kids-business-market/

The Alexandria Farmers Market is a weekly gathering (every Tuesday, year round, 3-6 pm) 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.