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This clinic is for football players with injuries following Friday night games. Sponsored by Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Specialists and Rapides Regional Medical Center. Free medical evaluation by orthopaedic surgeon. Additional testing available as needed. Call 769-3135.

For cancer patients, caretakers, friends and family. A light meal will be served. Call 769-3106 to register.

The Harrigill Family will be in concert at Paradise Baptist Church 506 Tioga Rd. on June 20th at 6 PM. A love offering will be taken and refreshments afterward.

St. Martin's is holding its annual Event 2009 on the weekend of June 12, 13, and 14th. The Event opens with a Friday night dance with a band and silent auction. A softball tournament takes place on Saturday. A live auction with a noon bar-b-que will be held on Sunday starting around 11:00 am. For more information call St. Martin's Church at 776-9480 or e-mail Faye at stmartinscatholi@bellsouth.com.

Pleasant Green B.C. will have it's 65th Church Annual on Sunday, June 28th. Speaker: Ameal Jones, Pastor of Mt. Zion B.C., Alexandria.

Come join us for an archaeological dig for God's truth at St. James Episcopal Church, 1620 Murray Street in Alexandria. Ages 4 - Grade 6 are invited.

Come join us for an archaeological for God's truth at St. James Episcopal Church, 1620 Murray Street, Alexandria. Ages 4 - Grade 6 are invited. To register visit http://www.saintjamesonline.org/events.html, or come early to register on site.

Summer Day Camp at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Louisiana Starts June 1st

The Positive Place to Be...Fun, Exciting Programs, Special Events and Great Rates! Eight-week Summer Day Camp Program at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Louisiana for youth ages 6-18 starts June 1, 2009 - July 31, 2009. Loated at 1801 Sylvester Street, Alexandria, LA 71301.

Summer Day Camp Registration Fees:

$100 One child for entire summer

$125 Two children for entire summer

$150 Three or more children in the same family for entire summer

$ 25 Teen Rate for entire summer

$ 10 Membership Fee (new members)

For more information, call the Administration Office Monday-Friday from 9AM-5PM at 318.442.4545. Early registration and membership applications are being accepted now.

"fill the boot" for muscular dystrophy. we will be at north mall dr. intersection by tobacco plus

Twin Bridges Baptist Church is hosting a community wide garage sale at 611 Twin Bridges Rd., Alexandria. Come shop with us or reserve a booth and sell your garage sale items or crafts. Sale starts at 7:00 AM. Reserve a booth before June 5th by calling 487-6894 or 419-8466.

The 1st Saturday Cajun Dance at the Alexandria Moose Lodge, 5290 England Drive, will feature Fred Charlie and the Acadiana Cajuns from 7pm till 10:30pm. The music will be Cajun, country and swamp-pop in a non-smoking venue on the best dance floor in CENLA. This is an open dance with a cash bar and only cost $10 per person. Call 318)448-1832 for additional information.

The 1st Saturday Cajun dance at the Moose Lodge, 5290 England Drive, Alexandria, will feature Fred Charlie and the Acadiana Cajuns. The music will be Cajun, country and swamp-pop. The dance is from 7pm till 10:30pm and is open to everyone. This is a non-smoking event with a cash bar. Cost is $10 per person to enjoy the best dance floor in CENLA. Call 318)448-1832 for more info.

"fill the boot " for muscular dystrophy at north mall dr. intersection by tobacco plus. please drive by and help fill the boot!

Boomerang Express
Hop on board the Boomerang Express and takes a train ride across the Land Down Under. As kids wind their way through Australia, they'll discover the vastness of God's love, and they'll learn that no matter where they go or what they do in life—it all comes back to Jesus.

For children 3 years old through 6th grade. For more information call (318) 448-8221

First Baptist Church Pineville
901 Main St. (across from Pineville City Hall)

Boomerang Express
Hop on board the Boomerang Express and takes a train ride across the Land Down Under. As kids wind their way through Australia, they'll discover the vastness of God's love, and they'll learn that no matter where they go or what they do in life—it all comes back to Jesus.

For children 3 years old through 6th grade. For more information call (318) 448-8221.

First Baptist Church Pineville
901 Main St. (across from Pineville City Hall)

Boomerang Express
Hop on board the Boomerang Express and takes a train ride across the Land Down Under. As kids wind their way through Australia, they'll discover the vastness of God's love, and they'll learn that no matter where they go or what they do in life—it all comes back to Jesus.

For children 3 years old through 6th grade. For more information call (318) 448-8221.

First Baptist Church Pineville
901 Main St. (across from Pineville City Hall)

Boomerang Express
Hop on board the Boomerang Express and takes a train ride across the Land Down Under. As kids wind their way through Australia, they'll discover the vastness of God's love, and they'll learn that no matter where they go or what they do in life—it all comes back to Jesus.

For children 3 years old through 6th grade. For more information call (318) 448-8221.

First Baptist Church Pineville
901 Main St. (across from PIneville City Hall)

Boomerang Express
is the theme for this year’s Vacation Bible School. Hop on board the Boomerang Express and takes a train ride across the Land Down Under. As kids wind their way through Australia, they'll discover the vastness of God's love, and they'll learn that no matter where they go or what they do in life—it all comes back to Jesus.

For children 3 years old through 6th grade. For more information, call (318) 448-8221.

First Baptist Church Pineville
901 Main Street (across from Pineville City Hall)

Acadian Baptist Center presents Outdoor Adventure Camp (O.A.C.) for grades 6-8 from June 8, 2009, to June 11, 2009. O.A.C. will include lessons about animals, basic archery, compass skills, map-reading skills, and more. The kids will be shown the connection between God, Jesus and the outdoors. We will have times of swimming and other camp activities. This camp is limited to the first 30 boy and girl campers who register by June 5, 2009. The total cost per camper is $200.00. For more information, please contact Guy Atkinson at (337) 457-9047 or aos@abccamp.com.

(Program personalities and retreat dates subject to change without notice.)

Acadian Baptist Center Camp presents the high-energy and super-fast Undone pre-teen (grades 3-6) and youth camps (grades 7-12) for 2009! Clear is leading up our June 15-18, 2009 mini-camp. The camp will last from Monday, June 15 to Thursday, June 18. Swimming, games, activities, Bible studies, worship, and more will be part of this camp. Do not miss out. Call to register by June 12, 2009, to secure your spot. Each camper will cost $125.00. FMI: Peggy or James at (337) 457-9047 or acadiacamp@aol.com.

(Program personalities and retreat dates subject to change without notice.)

Inside Out Missions Camp ’09 is coming to Acadian Baptist Center Camp. Danielle Johnson and Kevin Richard are leading up another of the exciting opportunities for summer camp fun and learning, June 22-26, 2009. Children and youth from grades 1-12 are welcome and will have Bible studies, music, talks, and many other fun opportunities. Each child will cost $135.00. Pre-register by June 19. FMI: Peggy or James at (337) 457-9047 or acadiacamp@aol.com.

(Program personalities and retreat dates subject to change without notice.)

Acadian Baptist Center is hosting an equestrian camp from June 1 to June 5, 2009. This camp is open to those children 10 and up interested in horses and riding. Kids will be presented with the Bible and Christian themes during the camp. It will be a great time! The price for this camp is $300.00 per camper. Please call and ask for Peggy or James for more information.

(Program personalities, pricing and retreat dates subject to change without notice.)

You may call or email the church to register.

1st ANNUAL FOUR SEASONS TEA (3:00 PM)

NEW PILGRIM BAPTIST CHURCH

9373 HIGHWAY 165 SOUTH

WOODWORTH, LA 71485

318-442-6242

The Festival will feature more than 100 craftsmen from at least eight states. The Festival, sponsored by the Association for the Preservation of Historic Natchitoches, will include many artists such as Arthur and Karen Cormier, who is returning to the Festival this year.

Children’s book author Kathy Whitehead will make an appearance at the Festival this year. Whitehead’s picture book, Art From the Heart, was inspired by a trip to Melrose Plantation and examines the life and art of African-American artist Clementine Hunter who lived on the plantation.

Other items to be displayed and sold include wooden sculptures, ironwork, handcrafted jewelry, unique yard art and handmade candles.

And of course there will be famous Natchitoches meat pies and other regional foods. There is a $5 admission fee for adults, $2 for children age’s six to 12, and under age six is free. Tours of the main house and the African House will be $5 for the two days.

Melrose Plantation is located 18 miles south of Natchitoches on Hwy. 119. For more information about the festival, contact Alice Bryant at (318) 352-5640 or abryant@earthlink.net or visit the online festival site www.preservenatchitoches.org.

Red, White and Blue! Show your patriotism on the downtown riverbank. Enjoy activities for everyone and end the night by watching a beautiful fireworks display over Cane River Lake. Call (800) 259-1714 for details.

Schedule of events:
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.      Cane River Green Market
10 a.m.                 Children's Patriotic Fourth of July Parade
10 a.m. - 1 p.m.    Mighty Max on the downtown riverbank
10 a.m. - 6 p.m.   Water Activities in Virgina Baker Park
11 a.m. - 1 p.m.    Band "Beauregard's Courtesy"
12 p.m.                 Hot Dog Eating Contest
1 p.m. - 3 p.m.      Detention Center Choir
3 p.m. - 5 p.m.      BBQ Contest, Kid's Karaoke Contest
3 p.m. - 7 p.m.      Children's Games
4 p.m.                   Blue Ribbon Bake-off
4 p.m.- until    Dunking Booth
5 p.m. Award Ceremony
5:30 p.m.              Pie Eating Contest
6 p.m. - 9 p.m.      Kim Basso & LA Boogie
9 p.m.                   Fireworks over Cane River Lake

The Festival will feature more than 100 craftsmen from at least eight states. The Festival, sponsored by the Association for the Preservation of Historic Natchitoches, will include many artists such as Arthur and Karen Cormier, who is returning to the Festival this year.

Children’s book author Kathy Whitehead will make an appearance at the Festival this year. Whitehead’s picture book, Art From the Heart, was inspired by a trip to Melrose Plantation and examines the life and art of African-American artist Clementine Hunter who lived on the plantation.

Other items to be displayed and sold include wooden sculptures, ironwork, handcrafted jewelry, unique yard art and handmade candles.

And of course there will be famous Natchitoches meat pies and other regional foods. There is a $5 admission fee for adults, $2 for children age’s six to 12, and under age six is free. Tours of the main house and the African House will be $5 for the two days.

Melrose Plantation is located 18 miles south of Natchitoches on Hwy. 119. For more information about the festival, contact Alice Bryant at (318) 352-5640 or abryant@earthlink.net or visit the online festival site www.preservenatchitoches.org.

Twin Bridges Baptist Church hosts a Community Wide Garage Sale. Saturday, June 13th. Doors open at 7am--611 Twin Bridges Road. Come shop with us on Saturday or call now to reserve a booth. 487-6894 or 419-8466.

Preregistration required. This is a free informational seminar on international adoption. It is open to anyone interested in adoption. Please call to register.

New Creation Ministries Church

Invites you to celebrate with Pastors Darrell & Evelyn Keller

Each Sunday @ 10AM

Holiday Inn Express, 2340 North MacArthur Dr., Alexandria, LA.

"Reaching Central, LA. With the Love of God"

For More Information - Call: (318) 792-3188

Do you know what Mother Friendly care is? Does your health care provider? Childbearing women and those who care for them are encouraged to attend this event to learn more about lowering risk in childbirth.
Birth Rite is a statewide coalition working to improve maternal outcomes. We offer opportunities for activism as well as monthly support groups where women can expect to find local resources for lowering risk during delivery.

This child friendly meeting serves as an introduction to our organization, membership, volunteer opportunities and services.

Please email birthritela@yahoo.com or call 709-6105 for more information.

Location: Rapides Parish Library meeting room- Westside Branch

Free informational seminar on international and domestic adoption. Preregistration is required. (225)753-5551

The National Pan-Hellenic Council of Alexandria will hold its annual Trailblazer’s Award reception at the Arna Bontemps African American Museum and Cultural Arts Center on June 15^th in honor of Juneteenth. The event will begin at 6pm and it is free and open to the public.

Twin Bridges Baptist Church hosts a Community Wide Garage Sale. Saturday, June 13th. Doors open at 7am--611 Twin Bridges Road. Come shop with us on Saturday or call now to reserve a booth. 487-6894 or 419-8466.

Benefit Garage Sale to help send Zachary Waggener, our local 2004 Pineville High graduate and LSU student and our new 2009 United States Powerlifting Champion to the World Championships in Brazil. Donations accepted. Lots & lots of items to choose from. 800 Veterans Drive, Alexandria. Friday & Saturday. He needs our help to represent the USA!

Please come support Zachary Waggener, our local 2004 Pineville High Graduate and LSU student and new 2009 United States Powerlifting Champion who is headed to Brazil for the World Championships in September. He is relying strictly on family and friends to get him there! He needs our help. Please come and choose from many items or just come to give a donation! Our community needs to support this young LOCAL athlete who will be representing the United States. 800 Veterans Drive. Friday and Satuday.