Resources for your family. Connections for your future. And yes—some family fun, too!
Families across Northeast Louisiana have several opportunities this fall to connect, learn, and have a little fun together as the Children’s Coalition for Northeast Louisiana brings its FREE Family-Centered Summits to communities across the region.
The Coalition serves families throughout 12 Northeast Louisiana parishes, with programs focused on early childhood, parenting, healthy living, and youth development. These summits bring that spirit of support directly into local communities.
For parents and caregivers, this is a chance to discover resources you may not even know are available, make helpful connections, and spend time together as a family. Macaroni KID families, find the summit closest to you and make plans to join the fun!
Family-Centered Summit Schedule
Franklin Parish — Winnsboro
📅 August 31, 2026 | 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
📍 Franklin Parish Library
705 Prairie St., Winnsboro
Richland Parish — Rayville
📅 September 8, 2026 | 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
📍 Richland Parish Library
1405 Louisa St., Rayville
Morehouse Parish — Bastrop
📅 September 28, 2026 | 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
📍 Morehouse Parish Library
524 E. Madison Ave., Bastrop
Lincoln Parish — Ruston
📅 October 6, 2026 | 4–6 p.m.
📍 Lincoln Parish Events Center — Dubach Room
910 N. Trenton St., Ruston
West Carroll Parish — Oak Grove
📅 October 9, 2026 | 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
📍 West Carroll Parish Library
101 Marietta St., Oak Grove
East Carroll Parish — Lake Providence
📅 October 12, 2026 | 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
📍 East Carroll Parish Library
109 Sparrow St., Lake Providence
🍂 And One More in Monroe!
The fun wraps up on October 24, 2026, from 10 a.m.–12 p.m. at the Children’s Coalition for Northeast Louisiana, 117 Hall St. in Monroe, with an ECAC Super Saturday: Fall Festival!
That sounds like a pretty good excuse for some fall family fun to us!
Did We Mention They're FREE?
Yep—FREE and open to the community!
Whether you have a little one, a big kid, or you're simply looking for more ways to support your family, these summits are an opportunity to connect with people and resources right in your own community.
The Children’s Coalition’s Family Resource Center provides parenting education, resources, information, and connections to support at no cost to families across much of Northeast Louisiana.
So grab the kiddos, find the date closest to you, and come see what's waiting for your family.
Because sometimes the best family outing is one where the kids have fun AND the grown-ups leave with something useful. That's a Macaroni KID win-win! 💚
For questions, call the Children’s Coalition for Northeast Louisiana at (318) 323-8775.
Dates and event information are provided by the Children’s Coalition for Northeast Louisiana. As always, Macaroni KID recommends confirming event details before heading out.
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