Alexandria-Pineville Holiday Open House Returns November 12-15
Explore Alexandria Pineville
The Alexandria-Pineville Holiday Open House returns Nov. 12-15, offering four days of shopping, dining and seasonal activities at participating businesses throughout the area. Local boutiques, specialty shops and restaurants will offer promotions, refreshments and giveaways as the holiday shopping season begins. The event encourages residents and visitors to explore locally owned businesses and support the area’s retail community. Additional activities include seasonal offerings at participating restaurants and shopping destinations.
Dutch Oven Cooking Gathering Scheduled Saturday at Indian Creek
Central Louisiana Dutch Oven Cookers
Central Louisiana Dutch Oven Cookers will hold its First Saturday Gathering Nov. 7, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Indian Creek Recreation Area near Woodworth. The gathering brings together outdoor cooking enthusiasts who prepare food using traditional Dutch ovens. Visitors are welcome to attend and enjoy food prepared during the event. There is no charge for the food, although donations are accepted. Regular admission fees to Indian Creek Recreation Area apply.
Scott Equipment to Celebrate Grand Opening of New Alexandria Location
Scott Equipment
Scott Equipment will celebrate the grand opening of its new Alexandria location Thursday, Nov. 5, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 7617 Coliseum Blvd. The event will feature promotional giveaways, door prizes, food from Drago’s, including charbroiled oysters, and live music from RJ & Kreole Smoove. The heavy equipment company invites the community to attend the celebration and tour its new location. Guests may RSVP at SECrsvp@gmail.com.
Rapides Parish School Board to Celebrate New Athletic Fields at Carter C. Raymond Junior High
Rapides Parish School Board
The Rapides Parish School Board will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony Friday, Nov. 6, at 10 a.m. at Carter C. Raymond Junior High, 2510 St. Charles Ave. in Lecompte. The project includes new athletic fields, restrooms, flooring and other school improvements funded through a District 57 bond approved by voters in April 2023. Superintendent Powell, School Board members, Principal Jill Summers, students and staff are expected to attend. The improvements provide upgraded facilities for students and the surrounding community.
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