LOOKING FOR VETERANS INTERESTED IN PARTICIPATING IN THE NOVEMBER EQUINE ASSISTED HEALING RETREAT- NO COST Healing Hearts Through Hooves currently has 4 remaining spots for our upcoming Operation Restore Veterans Equine Retreat, November 12th-16th at Ol’ Mel’s Farm in Deville, Louisiana. This retreat is designed to give veterans a few days away from the demands of everyday life in a peaceful farm setting surrounded by horses, animals, and other veterans.

Location: Ol' Mel's Farm in Deville, Louisiana

Children's Advocacy Network and Fostering Community have teamed up to help make the Christmas season a little extra special for children in our community with their Christmas Toy Drive. They are collecting new toys to help bring smiles, excitement and Christmas Magic to children this holiday season. Deadline is Wednesday, December 9th. Drop off locations are: 901 16th Street - Alexandria (Children's Advocacy Network) 3336 Prescott Road - Alexandria (Fostering Community) Email communications@childrensadvocacy.net for more information. 2805-C East Oak Street - Jena 121 South Washington Street - Marksville 457 2nd Street - Colfax 104 South Jones Street - Winnfield

Location: Various Locations

Website: http://childrensadvocacy.net

From 6:00PM to 10:00PM

Celebrate the Season With Purpose. Join the Central Louisiana Homeless Coalition's Annual Christmas Tree Auction, where every beautifully decorated tree will help aid finding "A Home For Christmas". How can you get involved? A financial contribution and/or a decorated tree. The 3rd Annual "A Home For Christmas" Benefit is Thursday evening, November 12th at the Hotel Bentley in downtown Alexandria. For more information, contact Kitty Wynn at 318-443-0500, extension 1200, or email Kitty W @ Central Louisiana Homeless dot org.

Location: Hotel Bentley in downtown Alexandria, Louisiana

Website: https://www.centrallouisianahomeless.org/