YPG of Cenla

06/10/2026

Start your morning with a great breakfast treat and even better connections at our YPG Breakfast Social at Juggling Juices And Bowls
Whether you’re fueling up before work or easing into the day, join fellow young professionals in a relaxed, welcoming space to chat, network, and connect.
📅 June 22nd | 7:30-9am
Register Today https://cenlabusinessdirectory.cenlachamber.org/events/details/breakfast-social-at-juggling-juices-533

05/27/2026

Last day to RSVP! -> https://cenlabusinessdirectory.cenlachamber.org/events/details/ypg-lunch-and-learn-keeping-your-cup-full-and-preventing-burnout-with-kyah-spriggs-524?fbclid=IwY2xjawSD3ZJleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFQa09ZT2JIc1RWdzBZZ1l3c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHp3M67VqPOoHo-78WFMovyjzF41hx-U_YAFi2XG-fI3po9_uKkaUEuK1kMU0_aem_wjgwWj0ylQf9D3SkCyZoxw

*Please note the date and location change*

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and there’s no better time to check in with yourself.
As young professionals, we’re taught how to succeed… but not always how to sustain ourselves along the way.

Join us for our upcoming Lunch & Learn: “Keeping Your Cup Full & Preventing Burnout” with Kyah Spriggs! This session is all about real-life strategies to manage stress, set healthy boundaries, and build habits that actually support your well-being, not just your productivity.

This lunch and learn is FREE and open to members and non-members. Please RSVP by 5/17 to ensure space -> https://cenlabusinessdirectory.cenlachamber.org/events/details/ypg-lunch-and-learn-keeping-your-cup-full-and-preventing-burnout-with-kyah-spriggs-524

You’ll walk away with:
• Practical self-care tools that fit into your daily life
• Ways to recognize burnout before it takes over
• Strategies to protect your time, energy, and mental health

Kyah brings a powerful mix of storytelling, humor, and real-world experience,creating a space where you can learn, reflect, and leave feeling equipped (not overwhelmed).

🗓 May 28th
⏰ 12:00–1:00 PM
📍 CLTCC Multipurpose Room | 516 Murray St. Alexandria, LA

RSVP here -> https://cenlabusinessdirectory.cenlachamber.org/events/details/ypg-lunch-and-learn-keeping-your-cup-full-and-preventing-burnout-with-kyah-spriggs-524

Let this be the month you stop running on empty.

05/14/2026

*Please note the date and location change*

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and there’s no better time to check in with yourself.
As young professionals, we’re taught how to succeed… but not always how to sustain ourselves along the way.

Join us for our upcoming Lunch & Learn: “Keeping Your Cup Full & Preventing Burnout” with Kyah Spriggs! This session is all about real-life strategies to manage stress, set healthy boundaries, and build habits that actually support your well-being, not just your productivity.

This lunch and learn is FREE and open to members and non-members. Please RSVP by 5/17 to ensure space -> https://cenlabusinessdirectory.cenlachamber.org/events/details/ypg-lunch-and-learn-keeping-your-cup-full-and-preventing-burnout-with-kyah-spriggs-524

You’ll walk away with:
• Practical self-care tools that fit into your daily life
• Ways to recognize burnout before it takes over
• Strategies to protect your time, energy, and mental health

Kyah brings a powerful mix of storytelling, humor, and real-world experience,creating a space where you can learn, reflect, and leave feeling equipped (not overwhelmed).

🗓 May 28th
⏰ 12:00–1:00 PM
📍 CLTCC Multipurpose Room | 516 Murray St. Alexandria, LA

RSVP here -> https://cenlabusinessdirectory.cenlachamber.org/events/details/ypg-lunch-and-learn-keeping-your-cup-full-and-preventing-burnout-with-kyah-spriggs-524

Let this be the month you stop running on empty.

05/13/2026

Who’s already thinking about their drink options tonight?! Watermelon Mojito here I come!!

Don’t forget to sign up and make sure you get 2 free drinks as a member, and 2 drinks for $5 as a nonmember!!

We may still be dreaming about yesterday's Boil + Fry but while we wait for the official photos, let's mark our calendars for International Cocktail Day on May 13th!! We're celebrating the right way with Hemingway House of Stories and Spirits and registration is officially OPEN! RSVP now -> https://cenlabusinessdirectory.cenlachamber.org/events/details/ypg-is-celebrating-world-cocktail-day-at-hemingway-523?fbclid=IwY2xjawRfMFRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFXOWpxWU5BU3oyR2Q2d21Rc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHo81Td9QOLoO-xaD_P0FKr7qbpjekAbX3KOJin9D_YfHDCgmU0qr2_mZzUsz_aem_CEqXew8tToXND1nKnV6UTA

Members get two drinks on YPG for FREE and non-members get two drinks on YPG for only $5! You truly can't beat a deal like that... and let's be honest... Ameliah and Lily will probably order appetizers for the group too 😂

See ya there! Register today!

https://cenlabusinessdirectory.cenlachamber.org/events/details/ypg-is-celebrating-world-cocktail-day-at-hemingway-523?fbclid=IwY2xjawRfMFRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFXOWpxWU5BU3oyR2Q2d21Rc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHo81Td9QOLoO-xaD_P0FKr7qbpjekAbX3KOJin9D_YfHDCgmU0qr2_mZzUsz_aem_CEqXew8tToXND1nKnV6UTA

05/11/2026

Don't forget International Cocktail day Hemingway House of Stories and Spirits this Wednesday, May 13th!!
Members receive 2 free drinks and non-member receive 2 drinks for $5😱 What a deal!!!!

We may still be dreaming about yesterday's Boil + Fry but while we wait for the official photos, let's mark our calendars for International Cocktail Day on May 13th!! We're celebrating the right way with Hemingway House of Stories and Spirits and registration is officially OPEN! RSVP now -> https://cenlabusinessdirectory.cenlachamber.org/events/details/ypg-is-celebrating-world-cocktail-day-at-hemingway-523?fbclid=IwY2xjawRfMFRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFXOWpxWU5BU3oyR2Q2d21Rc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHo81Td9QOLoO-xaD_P0FKr7qbpjekAbX3KOJin9D_YfHDCgmU0qr2_mZzUsz_aem_CEqXew8tToXND1nKnV6UTA

Members get two drinks on YPG for FREE and non-members get two drinks on YPG for only $5! You truly can't beat a deal like that... and let's be honest... Ameliah and Lily will probably order appetizers for the group too 😂

See ya there! Register today!

https://cenlabusinessdirectory.cenlachamber.org/events/details/ypg-is-celebrating-world-cocktail-day-at-hemingway-523?fbclid=IwY2xjawRfMFRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFXOWpxWU5BU3oyR2Q2d21Rc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHo81Td9QOLoO-xaD_P0FKr7qbpjekAbX3KOJin9D_YfHDCgmU0qr2_mZzUsz_aem_CEqXew8tToXND1nKnV6UTA

05/03/2026

2026 YPG of Cenla Boil + Fry 💙

Thank you for joining us! We can’t wait to do it all again next year.

Shoutout to our event sponsors, Southern Heritage Bank and Ugly Mug Marketing! None of this would be possible without yall.

05/01/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and there’s no better time to check in with yourself.

As young professionals, we’re taught how to succeed… but not always how to sustain ourselves along the way.

Join us for our upcoming Lunch & Learn: “Keeping Your Cup Full & Preventing Burnout” with Kyah Spriggs! This session is all about real-life strategies to manage stress, set healthy boundaries, and build habits that actually support your well-being, not just your productivity.

This lunch and learn is FREE and open to members and non-members. Please RSVP by 5/17 to ensure space -> https://cenlabusinessdirectory.cenlachamber.org/events/details/ypg-lunch-and-learn-keeping-your-cup-full-and-preventing-burnout-with-kyah-spriggs-524

You’ll walk away with:
• Practical self-care tools that fit into your daily life
• Ways to recognize burnout before it takes over
• Strategies to protect your time, energy, and mental health

Kyah brings a powerful mix of storytelling, humor, and real-world experience,creating a space where you can learn, reflect, and leave feeling equipped (not overwhelmed).

🗓 May 19th
⏰ 12:00–1:00 PM
📍 Red River Bank (2nd Floor Training Room) 1412 Centre Ct #101, Alexandria, LA 71301

RSVP here -> https://cenlabusinessdirectory.cenlachamber.org/events/details/ypg-lunch-and-learn-keeping-your-cup-full-and-preventing-burnout-with-kyah-spriggs-524

Let this be the month you stop running on empty.

04/30/2026

YPG of Cenla it's time to get some volunteer hours under your belt and up your chances of winning YPG Volunteer of the Year at our 4WARD awards in November! Fill out the Google forms below and Jamie, our Volunteerism Chair, will reach out to you with details. Let us know if you have any questions and please share this with your friends!

Mental Health and Wellness Festival -> https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfv7owfK0oFkAaaIo2a2FZQw093BPiJNVci_qplFMOSCnHJgg/viewform

Holi Fest -> https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSepTMOrMr_yvT7NaYLWsg-Gnh-0dgr3zv1CVuqdm6UhEfQZbw/viewform

04/29/2026

We may still be dreaming about yesterday's Boil + Fry but while we wait for the official photos, let's mark our calendars for International Cocktail Day on May 13th!! We're celebrating the right way with Hemingway House of Stories and Spirits and registration is officially OPEN! RSVP now -> https://cenlabusinessdirectory.cenlachamber.org/events/details/ypg-is-celebrating-world-cocktail-day-at-hemingway-523?fbclid=IwY2xjawRfMFRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFXOWpxWU5BU3oyR2Q2d21Rc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHo81Td9QOLoO-xaD_P0FKr7qbpjekAbX3KOJin9D_YfHDCgmU0qr2_mZzUsz_aem_CEqXew8tToXND1nKnV6UTA

Members get two drinks on YPG for FREE and non-members get two drinks on YPG for only $5! You truly can't beat a deal like that... and let's be honest... Ameliah and Lily will probably order appetizers for the group too 😂

See ya there! Register today!

https://cenlabusinessdirectory.cenlachamber.org/events/details/ypg-is-celebrating-world-cocktail-day-at-hemingway-523?fbclid=IwY2xjawRfMFRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFXOWpxWU5BU3oyR2Q2d21Rc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHo81Td9QOLoO-xaD_P0FKr7qbpjekAbX3KOJin9D_YfHDCgmU0qr2_mZzUsz_aem_CEqXew8tToXND1nKnV6UTA

04/29/2026

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who made this year’s Annual Boil & Fry such a fantastic success!

We’re incredibly grateful to our event sponsors Southern Heritage Bank and Ugly Mug Marketing for their continued commitment to our mission.

Special thanks to the one and only Mr. Ronald “Cornbread” Hollie for serving up the crawfish and fried fish.

We also want to recognize our amazing annual corporate sponsors who help make events like this possible and continue to invest in the growth of young professionals in our community: Red River Bank, Crest, Cleco, Roy O. Martin, Hannah T. Bourgeois, CPA; Southern Heritage, Bank of Montgomery, Alexandria Emergency Hospital and Lamar Advertising.

And we can’t forget OakWing for working with our organization again this year to make the tonight a success.

Most importantly, thank you to everyone who attended, supported, and celebrated with us. Your energy, enthusiasm, and commitment to building a stronger network of young professionals is what makes this event so special year after year.

We can’t wait to see you at the next one!

TODAY’S THE DAY 🎉 We'll see yall at 6pm!

Grab that last minute ticket now! Tickets are NOT guaranteed at the door -> https://cenlabusinessdirectory.cenlachamber.org/events/details/2026-ypg-annual-crawfish-boil-521?_gl=1%2A1i0scqg%2A_ga%2ANTE2MjU0MjEwLjE3NzU1OTg0Mjc.%2A_ga_CYRE0C75WY%2AczE3NzU1OTg0MjckbzEkZzAkdDE3NzU1OTg0MjckajYwJGwwJGgw&fbclid=IwY2xjawRVyPZleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFhS2M5MmZqb21nakdTT05Uc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHiKQU39EE3y7estyv3W_Mjt3_qZ3wMftDoIpODro_Xdm2B4YrJHgchm4wRLY_aem_HGydPkewq3vVrGIjEyONvA

Special thanks to our Presenting Sponsor, Southern Heritage Bank, and Event Sponsor, Ugly Mug Marketing for making today possible 🙌