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October 19th-25th, 2023
Art Culture Events in Cenla!
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Fall ArtWalk 2023
Arts Council of Central Louisiana
3rd & Murray in Downtown Alexandria
Friday, October 20, 2023
Time: 5:00 PM-9:00 PM
The Arts Council of Central Louisiana proudly presents its annual Fall ArtWalk!
The streets of Downtown Alexandria come alive as local artists demonstrate and sell their works of art!
This family-friendly event will be held Friday, October 20th from 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM in the Downtown Cultural Arts District, at 3rd St. & Murray.
Fall ArtWalk features artists and craft vendors offering handmade jewelry, original paintings, sculpture, pottery, children’s clothing, natural bath products, home décor, and more! Food vendors will also be on hand with a variety of delicious options & our community stage will feature local talent
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October Events at Fighting Hand Brewery
1600 Military Hwy., Pineville, LA
October 12th-28th, 2023
Time: Various Times
Get your costumes ready!!! Celebrate Spooky Season with us all month long. Prize for best costume of the night, and we have a different theme each week (Thursday through Saturday).
October 19, 20, 21: Humorous Halloween
We're challenging CLUC (and our customers) to wear the funniest costume you can come up with to Comedy Night Friday 10/20 7:30pm (cover charge applies)!
October 25th at 6:30pm - Pumpkin Painting and Contest! Click link for Tickets.
October 26, 27, 28: Halloween/Horror Movie
Trunk-or-Treat Thursday 10/26 6-8pm in our parking lot; bring the kids by before trivia starts at 7pm. Rocky Horror Picture Show and audience participation starts at 8pm Friday 10/27. If you missed it in September, this is your second chance!
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Patriotic Concert with The Victory Belles
Concordia Parish Library
Vidalia Convention Center
112 Front St, Vidalia, LA
Thursday, October 26, 2023
Time: 7:00 PM
We look forward to seeing everyone for this concert on Thursday, October 26 at the Vidalia Convention Center to honor our veterans!
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Tales Along the Bayou
Rapides Parish Library
Kent Plantation House
17 Virginia Ave. Alexandria, LA
Friday, October 27, 2023
Time: 6:00 PM
Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and have a ghoulishly good time listening to scary tales on the lawn at Kent House brought to you from the bayou and beyond! The Rapides Parish Library's annual storytelling event includes musical entertainment from Brian & Terri Kinder, not-so-scary stories by Master storyteller Sylvia Yancy David & then get ready to be scared right out of your socks by scary storyteller OBA William King! Don't miss this family fun evening filled with face painting, food vendors and spooky tales. Admission is FREE.
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Spectral Sisters' Spooky Spectacular!
Kress Theatre on Hearn Stage
1102 3rd St. Alexandria, LA
October 26th-28th, 2023
Time: 7:30 PM
Sunday, Oct. 29th
Time: 2:30 PM
Spectral Sisters' Spooky Spectacular includes a couple of works by Edgar Allen Poe (The Raven, The Telltale Heart), a few spooky plays which we've produced in our ten-minute play festivals, a couple of new plays, and an original ghost story told by storyteller extraordinaire, Sylvia Davis.
Come to share in the fun, alive or dead, in costume or not.
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Cenla Songwriters Circle
Fighting Hand Brewing Co.
1600 Military Hwy., Pineville, LA
Wednesday November 1, 2023
Time: 6:00 PM
The Cenla Songwriters Circle is a welcoming, supportive environment for songwriters at all levels, from aspiring to professional. All genres are welcome. No pressure, no judgment, no egos.
What to expect: The songwriters gathered for the evening will be playing their original compositions, each taking a turn, one song at a time, and continuing around the Circle until our time runs out. Rather than a performance, this is an opportunity for songwriters to share their songs, tell the stories behind the songs, discuss songwriting techniques, network with other songwriters, and learn about upcoming opportunities at songwriter festivals and other songwriter events. No amps are provided. You may bring one if you’d like, but the volume will be kept to the level of the other instruments in the Circle. If you would like to bring a keyboard, that’s fine also.
Please note that the CenLa Songwriters Circle is for original music only, no covers allowed.
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Lagniappe Theatre presents: Elf Jr.-The Musical
Lagniappe Theatre Event Center
7521 Coliseum Blvd, Alexandria, LA
November 3rd-5th, 2023
Time: See "Tickets"
Buddy, a young orphan, mistakenly crawls into Santa's bag of gifts and is transported to the North Pole. The would-be elf is raised, unaware that he is actually a human, until his enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa's permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father and discover his true identity. Faced with the harsh reality that his father is on the naughty list and that his half-brother doesn't even believe in Santa, Buddy is determined to win over his new family and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas.
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Arts Council Independent Film Series:
Little Satchmo
Hearn Stage at Kress Theatre
1102 3rd St., Alexandria, LA
Monday November 6, 2023
Time: 7:00 PM
The Arts Council presents the 3rd film in the Southern Circuit Tour of Independent Filmmakers-Little Satchmo
Screening will be Monday, November 6th at 7:00 PM in the Kress Theatre on the Hearn Stage.
To the world, Louis Armstrong is iconic — a symbol of musical genius, unparalleled success, and unassailable character. To Sharon, he was simply Dad. Armstrong’s wholesome, non-threatening image preserved his singular career as a black performer with unfettered access to a white man's world. Yet he was more than a caricature. In private, he held tightly to the things he loved. Perhaps closest to his heart was a child whom he hid from the world: a daughter sworn to a life of secrecy until now.
Director, John Alexander , will join us for the screening and for some discussion afterward.
Tickets are $10 for Adults and free for all students. Tickets at the door.
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City Park Players presents: August: Osage County
Kress Theatre on Hearn Stage
1102 3rd St., Alexandria, LA
Thursdays-Sundays, November 9th-19th
Time: See "Tickets"
August Osage County
by Tracy Letts
Directed by Alana Pate
2023 Richard Gwartney Series Selection.
DARK COMEDY: Winner of the 2008 Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award for Best New Play, August: Osage County centers around the Weston family, brought together after their patriarch, world-class poet and alcoholic Beverly Weston, disappears. Holed up in the large family estate in Osage County, Oklahoma, tensions heat up and boil over in the ruthless August heat. Bursting with humor, vivacity, and intelligence, August: Osage County is is both dense and funny, vicious and compassionate, enormous and unstoppable.
Tickets:
Thursday : $5
General : $15
Senior (>60) & Military : $12
Students : $7
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Kings, Queen & the King of Instruments-St. James Concert Series
St. James Episcopal Church
1620 Bolton Ave, Alexandria, LA
Tuesday November 14, 2023
Time: 7:00 PM
Sub-organist of London’s famed Westminster Abbey, Peter Holder, makes his Louisiana debut playing a concert of music fit for royalty on St. James’ king of instruments. Admission is complimentary with a reception immediately following the concert.
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River Oaks Square Arts
River Oaks Square Arts Center
1330 2nd St., Alexandria, LA
Exhibit Dates: August 31th-October 21st, 2023
Featuring the artwork of Melanie Sherman, Aubrey Bolen & Shannon Fender.
For more information, call 318-473-2670, visit riveroaksartscenter.com or connect with us on Facebook at River Oaks Square Arts Center.
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Visible Form in Light and Shadow-Penny St. Romain
122 Mark St. Marksville, LA
Exhibit Dates: October 5th-31st
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Exhibit-Four Artists form the Neutral Strip: Coming Home
Gallery One El11even
111 S. 3rd St., Leesville, LA
Exhibit Dates: September 9-Nov. 4, 2023
The artists in this exhibit are very diverse in their backgrounds and their work. Isabelle Massart-Bursh is from Belgium and came to Louisiana in the CODIFIL program, teaching French in Louisiana schools. Tony McDonald also has a studio in Leesville, has exhibited his work at museums and exhibitions across the south, and was one of the first American artists to participate in the Havana Arts Biennial in Cuba in 2015. Rickie Smith is an award-winning photographer that has captured the essence and feel of performers behind the scenes at the Louisiana Jazz and Heritage Festival. Joey Governale is a graduate of Louisiana Tech School of Design, and his work has been featured at many festivals and events across the state.
Since the exhibit in France, this show has been featured at the Alexandria Museum of Art and at the Historic City Hall Cultural Center in Lake Charles.
FOUR ARTISTS FROM THE NEUTRAL STRIP: COMING HOME is sponsored in part by The Vernon Parish Tourism Commission and the No Man’s Land Commission.
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Arts Council is accepting applications for part time Booking Manager / Administrative Assistant
The Arts Council of Central Louisiana (ACCL) is currently seeking the qualified candidate to fill our part-time Booking Manager/Administrative Assistant position. The successful candidate will serve as receptionist, assist with event coordination, and serve as booking manager for venues operated and maintained by the ACCL.
Hours for this position are Monday through Friday 1-5 p.m., with the ability to work special events/performances that will occasionally involve nights and weekends. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required. This position works closely with the ACCL administrative and technical staff, and reports to the Executive Director. Please send resume, cover letter and references as attachments to info@louisiana-arts.org. No walk-ins or phone calls please.
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Arts Council Seeks Custodian
The Arts Council of Central Louisiana (ACCL) is currently seeking the qualified candidate to fill our full-time custodian position. Responsibilities include cleaning and maintenance of (2) Performing Arts Venues as well as classroom and office space in (2) buildings separated by one block in Downtown Alexandria Louisiana.
Regular hours are 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday with a one hour lunch break. The position requires the ability to work flexible hours to accommodate event/performance schedules that will involve weekends. Please send resume, cover letter and references as attachments to info@louisiana-arts.org. No walk-ins or phone calls please.
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WORKSHOPS, CLASSES, AUDITIONS, CAMPS & GRANTS | | |
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Ukulele Workshop by the Arts Council of Central Louisiana
Various Locations
Mondays & Thursdays
August 21st - November 30th
Time: Varies by location. See Registration Form
The Arts Council of Central Louisiana is offering Ukulele workshops! We are offering workshops at three locations; Westside Regional Library, Alexandria Museum of Art & Canterbury Assisted Living.
Free and open to the public of all ages however, 55+ are prioritized so space is limited for younger adults. Please register with the link below.
B.Y.O. Uke or use one of ours!
This workshop is funded by grants from the Louisiana Division of the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts.
Register below!
If you have any questions, please contact Terra Allen for more information. 318-484-4471 or Terra@louisiana-arts.org
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2023 Creativity Launch Pad Classes
Alexandria Museum of Art
Launch Pad classes are for ANY and ALL skill levels seeking a fun, relaxed and creative environment in which to learn something new or work on your own. They offer an opportunity to experience different mediums as an introduction, that could provide a gateway to independent making.
All materials are provided. Mindfulness classes are perfect for clearing your creative roadblocks and finding your artistic voice.
For Beginners - a great way to test the medium and see what you like.
For Intermediates - great for constructive critique.
For Advanced students - work at your own pace.
Classes meet on the first Tuesday of every month, 5:30-7:00 in the AMoA classroom.
November 7th - Acrylics
December 5th - Watercolor
$10 for AMoA Members ~ $20 per class for non-members
You must be 21 to attend this class.
CLASSES SIZES ARE LIMITED!
Location: Alexandria Museum of Art - 933 Second Street, Alexandria, LA
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The Muse: The Alexandria Museum of Art Teens
933 2nd St. Alexandria, LA
Workshops:
The Muse Our Cultures Headwear Workshop
Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023
Time: 1:00 PM-4:00 PM
Volunteer Opportunities:
The Global Language of Headwear Art Opening
Thursday, Dec. 15, 2023
Time: 5:30 PM-8:00 PM
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TREE House Children's Museum Spooky Camp!
1403 3rd St., Alexandria, LA
October 19 & 20th
9:00 AM-12:00 PM or 3:00 PM for Extended Day.
Ages 4yrs.-12yrs
Fun Halloween crafts and experiments!
Call 318-619-9394 to register!
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Sunflower Van Geaux Art
6501 Coliseum Blvd., Alexandria, LA
New painting classes each weekend! Click below for schedule.
Public painting event!! Come paint with the artists at Sunflower Van Geaux ART! Bring drinks and food to snack on while you paint.
When entering the location, Sunflower Van Geaux Art is on the right side of the building facing Walker BMW dealership, through the door with the light blue bench and sunflower next to it.
Walk-ins are welcomed, but if you would like to reserve your spot, please go to the website’s Contact page at www.SunflowerVanGeaux.com to sign up, or you can call, text, or message me to let me know you’re coming and what size canvas you are wanting.
Seating is limited.
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Art Organizations in our Region! - Strategic Plan Meeting
Louisiana Division of the Arts
Rapides Foundation Building
1101 4th St., Alexandria, LA
Tuesday, October 31, 2023
Time: 1:00 PM-2:00 PM
The Louisiana Division of the Arts is getting ready to kick off our strategic planning process, and we want to hear from you! We’ve partnered with Melissa Thompson from Success Labs, a Louisiana-based consulting firm. Melissa has planned a 14-stop tour around the state to hear directly from artists and arts organizations. During these listening sessions, you’ll be asked to share what resources and support LDOA provides that are most helpful, and what you’d like to see more of in the future. Your insight and opinions are extremely valuable and will go a long way in shaping our next five-year strategic plan. We hope to see you soon!
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The Rapides Parish Library: Events!
The Rapides Parish Library
Various Branch Locations
Click below to be up-to-date with all the creative events the Rapides Parish Library has to offer!
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Join Culturalyst!
REGION 6's NEW ARTIST DIRECTORY!
ARTISTS, ARTISANS, PERFORMERS + MAKERS, ART ORGANIZATIONS, WRITERS, MUSICIANS...
Have you had the chance to check out our new online artist directory?? We would love to have you be a part of this new piece in our ever growing artist community! This digital tool will help support and elevate local artists, musicians, performers, writers, arts organizations and the people who create and sustain our Region's incomparable culture. Sign up is easy and ONLY takes a few minutes.
Hit the button below to take you to our page!
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Virtual Programming
Alexandria Museum of Art (AMoA)
AMoA is excited to continue offering online programming for all of you to enjoy! Keep up with monthly content on the following platforms: Monthly Programming on Facebook and AMoA's YouTube Channel! Find AMoA on Tik Tok!
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Second Saturday - Free Admission
Alexandria Museum of Art
Saturday, November 12, 2023
Free Admission to the Alexandria Museum of Art to the public every second Saturday of the month.
Location: Alexandria Museum of Art
933 Second Street, Alexandria, LA
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Sunset Club with Deaf Jam
Location: Spirits Food & Friends
1200 Texas Ave., Alexandria, LA
Date: Thursday, October 19, 2023
Time: 6:00 PM
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Eric Leger
Location: Topshelf Cocktails & Daiquiris
4411 Coliseum Blvd., Alexandria, LA
Date: Thursday, October 19, 2023
Time: 8:00 PM
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Spencer Brunson
Location: East Sid Daiquiris in Pineville
2660 Hwy. 28 East, Pineville, LA
Date: Thursday, October 19, 2023
Time: 8:00 PM
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Ran-Solo
Location: Huckleberry Brewing Co.
4724 Sterkx., Alexandria, LA
Date: Friday, October 20, 2023
Time: 7:00 PM
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Chance the Band
Location: East Side Daiquiris on the Circle
2204 Worley Dr., Alexandria, LA
Date: Friday, October 20, 2023
Time: 8:00 PM
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Zydeco Brunch w/ Live Music
Location: Rotolo's Craft & Crust
112 Versailles Blvd., Alexandria, LA
Date: Saturday, October 21, 2023
Time: 10:00 AM
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The Flip-Flop Man
Location: The Mirror Room
200 Desoto St., Alexandria, LA
Date: Saturday, October 21, 2023
Time: 8:00 PM
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Dauzat St. Marie
Location: Huckleberry Brewing Co.
4724 Sterkx., Alexandria, LA
Date: Saturday, October 21, 2023
Time: 7:00 PM
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Members of the Arts Council | | |
Thank you for proudly supporting the Arts in Central Louisiana! | |
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SILVER MEMBERS
Michael & Carolyn Davis
William & Michele Fontenot
Betty Fay & Joseph Lipsey
Darryl & Natalie Monroe
Arsham & Jilberte Naalbandian
Edward Jones - Mark A. Pritchard
Bertie Deming Smith
Melissa Whittington
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BRONZE MEMBERS
Robin & Nydia Freedman
Julie and Oday Lavergne
Just Dance
Bobby Levy & Theresa Louviere
Patrick & Randalle Moore
Amy & Sudha Pillarisetti
Glenda & Henry Smith
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The Aubin Law Firm
Grant & Rebecca Bartlett
Robert & Sharon Burns
Noelle & Michael Crowell
Dave & Judy Curry
John & Diane Davidson
Michael Dole, MD
Dr. & Mrs. Chester B. Fresh
Jenifer & Randy Gilchrist
Steve & Kay Harris
Dr. John Hill
David & Nicole Holcombe
Trey and Camille Jackson
Michelle & Chris Karam
Betty Lou & Lansing Kolb
Philip & Nelda Laborde
Dr. & Mrs. Vincent Mallory
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Dr. & Mrs. Richard Norem, II
The Rapides Symphony Orchestra
Nancy C. Owen
Randall Ponthie
Courtney Richter
Pam & Lee Rubin
Ed & Judy Rundell
John & Louise Simon
Virginia & David Smith
Dr. Gill Taylor-Tyree, Sr.
Jim & Caroline Theus
Dr. Willis Trammell
Walker Automotive
Dennis C. Ward
Laura Weems
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Bassam & Eliane Abi-Rached
Willie & Eunice Banks
Don & Louise Barker
Andrew Bindursky
Mr. & Mrs. J. Aubrey Bolen III
Jonathon & Rhianna Bolen
Candy & Frank Brame
Miriam J. Brown
Beverly W. Bryan
David & Norrine Caplan
Edwin Caplan
LaTonya Charles
Fred & Frances Collins
Mary Covington
Becky Crooks
Dave & Judy Curry
Val & Wayne Denley
Dr. & Mrs. Dhulipala
Gray & Beverly Easterling
Richard & Terri Febuary
Rev. James A. Ferguson
Chuck & Fritzie Fine
Amelie Freedman
Sara Fuhrer
Judy & Bob Ginsburgh
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Lyn Goodin
Tom & Betsy Hardin
Stuart C. Head
Gloria Hearn
Dr. John Hill
Hon. Henley & Kathey Hunter
Helen Overton Iqbal
Colt & Angie James
June Johnson-Davis
Dr. & Mrs. R. Bruce Jordan
Romi & Darpan Khuntia
Coan & Sheri Knight
Dr. & Beverly Lowentritt
Ann & Martin Masden
Joan K. McLure
John & Judy McLure
Tamara McNulty
Sarena O'Donnell-Dekeyzer
Greg O'Quinn
Catherine McCrory Pears
Amanda Phillips
George‐McKinley Martin
Charlot Pitts Morrison
Kiki Patton
Ben & Torie Nugent-Peterson
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Paige L. Quillin
Prissy Reap
Nancy Richards
River Oaks Square Arts Center
E. Nell Robison
Robert and Jenny Royer
Shaun & Nina Sanghani
Robert & Melissa Savage
Alice V. Scarborough
Jim and Becky Smilie
Jeff & Trayce Snow
Buffy & Matt Stroderd
Melvin & Sandya Thomas
Dr. & Mrs. Rajinder Verma
Becky B. Watkins
Renick & Pam Webb
Ruth & Jim Weinzettle
Dr. James A. White III
Lee & Jennifer Willis
Dr. & Mrs. Mark Wilson
Dr. & Mrs. Maan Younes
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Are you a member of the Arts Council?
KEEP THE ARTS THRIVING in Central Louisiana as a member! Please Click Here to support the ACCL.
call 318-484-4475.
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Arts Council of Central Louisiana contact info:
1101 4th Street, Suite 201
Alexandria, LA 71301
318-484-4474
Louisiana-arts.org
info@louisiana-arts.org
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