General

3704 Coliseum Dr., 8a.m.-4p.m.

A youth development program that runs the same length as the school year for teens 12-17 in Rapides Parish. Fun club meetings once a week with snacks, community events, volunteering and learning great skills for teens. The program is available for any teen wanting to develop their skills, have a great time with friends in a fun, safe, positive environment.

Cost: Admission free.

Call Latessa Mathews: 442-8026 ext. 513. 

Alexandria Convention Hall,

4-6p.m.

Sponsored by Bancorp South, Wright and Percy Insurance and the City of Alexandria Division of Community Services. Students grades K-12 are invited to play bingo for prizes ranging from school supplies to sporting equipment. Refreshments provided by Exchange Club of Alexandria and Bingo support by the Rapides Senior Citizens Center.

Cost: $2 per child.

Call: 449-5051. 

Emmanuel Baptist Church Parking Lot,

10a.m.-1p.m.

Emmanuel Baptist Church Parking Lot,

10a.m.-1p.m.

Emmanuel Baptist Church Parking Lot,

10a.m.-1p.m.

Sponsored by Volunteers of America. A free event for the homeless or imminently homeless offering instant on-site services to the homeless community on their turf and terms. Free hygiene items, clothing, food, haircuts, medical screenings and more.

Cost: Admission free.

Call Tracey Antee: 442-8026 ext. 536. 

1403 3rd St.,

9a.m.-Noon, Tues.-Fri.

Sponsored by Proctor and Gamble. Learn about caring for awesome animals. Must be 4-10 years; all materials and snacks provided. Space limited to 30 kids.

Cost: $60 members; $70 non-members.

Call T.R.E.E. House: 619-9394. 

Alexandria Museum of Art,

10a.m.-2p.m.

Featuring arts activities for families, live music, exhibition tours, local produce and original local art. There’s always something new to explore. All one-of-a-kind works of art sold in the downtown Cultural Arts District are tax-free. Support local artists, farmers and gardeners at this fun community event.

Cost: Admission free.

Call Jenny Gallent: 443-3458. 

Alexandria Museum of Art,

10a.m.-2p.m.

Featuring arts activities for families, live music, exhibition tours, local produce and original local art. There’s always something new to explore. All one-of-a-kind works of art sold in the downtown Cultural Arts District are tax-free. Support local artists, farmers and gardeners at this fun community event.

Cost: Admission free.

Call Jenny Gallent: 443-3458. 

Alexandria Museum of Art,

10a.m.-2p.m.

Featuring arts activities for families, live music, exhibition tours, local produce and original local art. There’s always something new to explore. All one-of-a-kind works of art sold in the downtown Cultural Arts District are tax-free. Support local artists, farmers and gardeners at this fun community event.

Cost: Admission free.

Call Jenny Gallent: 443-3458. 

Alexandria Mall Center Court, 6p.m.

Family friendly movie showing on the big screen.

Free Chick-Fil-A kids meal with adult meal purchase.

Cost: Admission free.

Call Alexandria Mall: 448-0227.

www.alexandriamall.com