Archive for January 31st, 2007

Alexandria Music Project Presents “The Can Kickers”

Alexandria Music Project (also known as AMP), a non-profit organization committed to bringing quality music to Alexandria, is proud to announce its first-ever house concert.

On Wednesday, February 21, AMP will present The Can Kickers, a three-piece folk rock jam band (think Americana jigs) from New London, Connecticut. They describe themselves as “Old-timey riot music for dancing.”

Mark your calendars. Downtown Alexandria at Alex 1805, 8PM.

The opening act will be Alexandria’s own Cozy and the Pony.

The Can Kickers are about to set off on a national tour, and this will be their first time in Alexandria. They’re a phenomenal band, “a get on your feet and dance” band, and in keeping with AMP’s mission statement, this will truly be an excellent opportunity to see quality music without having to drive out of town.

The concert will be open to the public. Tickets are $10 for non-members and $5 for members.

If you want to join AMP, visit their website, located at www.alexandriamusicproject.org and click on “Signup and Booking.” There are now three tiers of membership:

STUDENT: $50.00; Includes 4 tickets to AMP 401 and 402 (8 tickets total) (must be a full-time student and present a current student ID with your tickets at the concert);

INDIVIDUAL: $100.00; Includes 4 tickets to AMP 401 and 402 (8 tickets total); and

SUSTAINER: $300.00; Includes 8 tickets to AMP 401 and 402 (16 tickets total), plus a table for 8 and premium seating at AMP 401 and 402. The sustainer membership is for those people and businesses who know that they want a table at each show and/or have extra guests.

In addition to this house concert, AMP will be putting on two more shows, one in the spring and one in the fall. The more members, the better the talent.

So here’s the question: What band would you like to see in Alexandria? AMP members will be relying on citizen input to determine the two big headliners for its two big shows, so your input is appreciated.

Community Announcement: Retire In Louisiana Seminar To Be Held In Alexandria

Lt. Governor Mitch Landrieu will be in Alexandria on Thursday at 1PM to speak about a new initiative entitled “Retire in Louisiana.” The event is open to the public, though you must register first at www.retirelouisiana.org. From the website:

Louisiana has much to offer retirees looking to relocate – a welcoming and lively culture, extraordinary and diverse natural beauty, a warm climate, and a relatively low cost of living. Our challenge is clear. We must build upon what we have and get the word out – Louisiana is a great place to retire.

What is the Certified Retirement Community program?
Redefine Life. Retire in Louisiana. Certified Retirement Community is a program that recognizes places in Louisiana that the state substantiates as premier locations for retirees (persons aged 55 and older).

What is retirement development?
The general practice of retirement development is defined here as the organized efforts of a state and/or local communities to retain and attract the 55 and older population.

How can I learn more about the benefits of attracting retirees to my community?
Attend an educational session sponsored by the Office of Lieutenant Governor, Louisiana Retirement Development Commission. The educational sessions are designed to raise awareness about the demands and benefits of retirement development efforts. These sessions provide an orientation to the state certification program: Redefine Life. Retire in Louisiana. Certified Retirement Community.

Check it out.