Civic Centers
Martin Luther King Community Center
868 Alton Locks Street
For rental information - call City Hall at 363-2939
The building is situated on an expansive green space that contains three baseball fields, three covered BBQ picnic areas (includes picnic bench and pit), basketball court and lots of empty space for kids to run and play. New playground facilities will be available during the Spring of 2007.
- The main hall has the seating capacity for 350 with the standing capacity for 700.
- It has been the scene of many family reunions, Boy/Girl Scout fundraisers, wedding receptions and more. Tables and chairs are available for use.
- A kitchen is available for use with the main hall. It contains a large commercial gas range, refrigerator, and stainless steel countertop/sink area.
- There is a stage which stands approximately 18 inches high and has a carpeted floor.
- A meeting room, with a separate outside entrance, has been the location for many local club meetings and educational programs.
The Northside Civic Center
704 N. Soileau Street
For rental information - call City Hall at 363-2939
The structure is very spacious and serves many purposes. Tables and chairs are readily available to be used by all who rent the Center. All areas can be rented separately.
The main hall has a capacity to hold up to 382 seated and 818 standing.
A large kitchen is available to be used with the main hall. The kitchen has a very nice commercial gas range, a substantial stainless steel cooler, four stainless steel sinks and a long counter top area.
The center is the host to area festivals, Cotton/Smoked Meat, as well as many local pageants.
The Center also provides a kitchenette to be used for smaller gatherings, such as baby/bridal showers, club meetings, etc.
This room has a regular sized refrigerator and gas range, stainless steel double sink and counter top area. The kitchenette also has a private bathroom.
There are two separate meeting rooms for those groups not needing kitchen services.
The Harvey Lebas Pavilion, which is attached and located to the rear of the center is commonly reserved for family reunions, BBQ's, 4-H Pet Show, Antique Car Shows, area festival events, etc.
Ample parking is available in the front and to the rear of the center.
Beautiful Live Oak trees surround the property and provide much needed shade for those hot summer days.