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Weekend Crafts Demonstrations Each weekend, March thru October, Miss. craftsmen and artisans demonstrate their talents free to the public at the following locations: Jackson-Saturday only; Chimneyville Crafts Gallery, Mississippi AG Museum. Ridgeland-Saturday and Sunday; Mississippi Crafts Center on the Natchez Trace Parkway. 981-0019. www.mscraftsmensguild.org
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Jacinto 4th of July Festival Old-fashioned patriotic celebration featuring political speaking, arts and crafts, Chucalissa Indians, Confederate soldiers, music and food. Corinth. 662-286-8662. corinth.ms
Natchez Steam Boat Race July. Food, fun, and a thrilling reenactment of the famous 1870 steamboat race between the Robert E. Lee and the Natchez. Natchez City Auditorium. Free. 601-446-6345. www.natchez.ms.us
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Annual Clinton Fireworks Extravaganza July 4, 2006. Traceway Park. Balloons, games, spacewalk, evening fireworks. Free. 601-924-5912. clintonchamber.org
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Old Fashioned 4th of July Celebration Sat., July 2, 2005. Pony rides, carousel, rides, games, free watermelon, music and other family events. Miss. Ag Museum, Lakeland Dr. 713-3365.
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Mississippi Championship Hot Air Balloon Festival and Race Canton, Thurs., July 1-Sun., July 4. The oldest balloon race in Mississippi features over 50 balloons in competition, balloon glows and a race for top prize money. A variety of entertainment and events complete the weekend. Free. Canton Multi-Purpose Complex, 501 Soldier Colony Rd. 859-4358, 800-844-3369 www.cantonmmc.com
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Balloon Glow at Northpark Mall June 30, 2006. 6 p.m. Northpark Mall Glow Field, Ridgeland. 601-853-2011. Over 40 hot air balloon inflate and "glow" at sundown to kick-off the Mississippi Championship Hot Air Balloon Fest. Live entertainment, food and a patriotic fireworks display round out the evening. Free. ridgelandms.org
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Canton Gospel Fest Homecoming July 4 each year. Honoring Canton's own Grammy-nominated, Stellar Award winning, Canton Spirituals, top headline acts, and local gospel, blues and jazz groups. 147 N. Union St., Canton. 601-859-1307, 800-844-3369.
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McGee's Castle July 4th Celebration July 4. McGee's Castle, Inc. located in Raymond, will host a 4th of July Celebration from 7 p.m. until. Celebrate Freedom on the beautiful castle grounds with a Rib dinner, dance, entertainment, fireworks display, homemade ice cream and more. $15 for children and $30 for adults. 601-847-8997.
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Canton 4th of July Family Celebration Canton (601) 859-1307 or (601) 859-3369
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Mississippi Black Rodeo July, Mississippi Coliseum. More than 300 cowboys of color from across the country will converge for the 1st Annual Jackson Black Open Rodeo. Events include calf roping, ladies' barrel racing, steer wrestling, bareback riding, and bull riding. There is also a kids category. 7:30 p.m. 353-0603 or Be-Bop for Tickets. 903-753-3165 to compete.
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Civil War Living History and Battle Skirmishes July, Aug. Confederate and Union soldiers will camp on the grounds of historic McRaven Tour Home. Events include period demonstrations in textiles, cooking, fashions, music and skirmishes. 1445 Harrison St., Vicksburg. 601-636-1663. Now thru July 30. Vicksburg National Military Park, 3201 Clay St. Witness a glimpse into life during the Siege of Vicksburg, and experience Soldiers talks, cannon and rifle firings. 601-636-0583.
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National
Championship Fiddlers’ Jamboree and Crafts
Festival June
30-July 1, 2006. Smithville, Tenn. becomes the nation’s
center of old time Appalachian music, featuring
fiddle competition, bluegrass, buck dancing,
old-time fiddle band, five-string banjo, autoharp,
dulcimer, dobro, flat-top guitar, and a fiddle-off
for the grand championship; 615-597-8500. smithvilletn.com
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Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame Watermelon Classic 5K Run July 4, Ms. Sports Hall of Fame, Lakeland Dr. 7:30 a.m., followed by a 5K Walk at 7:35. The one-mile Fun Run for ages 12 and under will immediately follow. Pre-registration fee for the 5K is $15; race day $20. Fun Run is $10; $12 race day. Corporate teams of three to five employees are encouraged to sign up for $50 per team. Watermelons, bananas, plenty of liquids, and a cool water sprinkler will greet you as you cross the finish line.
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Brinkley Alumni Association’s Third Annual Picnic July 4th. Grove Par Golf Club House. 6 p.m. Free. 965-4606, ext. 14 or 982-4966.
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11th Annual Essence Festival July 1 - 3, 2006, Reliant Park, Houston, TX. Combines the most popular names in R&B, hip-hop, soul, blues, reggae, jazz, comedy and seminars. July 4th weekend each year in the New Orleans' Superdome. Over 40 top musical acts, and 15 Seminars. 800-488-5252. www.essence.com
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Summer Craft Workshops for Children 10 to 11 a.m. Gadgets that created optical illusions were popular nineteenth-century amusements. Children ages five to twelve will learn to recreate some of these toys at the Manship House's Summer Workshops. Free of charge, reservations required. The programs fill quickly, so early reservations are recommended. 961-4724.
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Choctaw Indian Fair July 12-15, 2006. Craig Morgan, Tracy Byrd, Tracy Lawrence, Medicine Dream, Dwight Yoakam. Hwy. 16 W. Choctaw, MS. This one-of-a-kind fair comes complete with celebrity entertainers, traditional Indian dancing, World Series Stickball, blowgun, bow and arrow, and drum-beating contests. 601-650-7450. choctawindianfair.com
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33rd Annual William Faulkner and Yoknapatawpha Conference July 23-27, 2006, Oxford, 662-915-7283.This popular literary event includes six days of lectures and discussions by scholars and dramatic readings from the works of William Faulkner. A celebration at Rowan Oak, once the home of his famous writer, completes the program. The University of Mississippi campus. www.outreach.olemiss.edu .
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Tougaloo Art Colony July 16-22, 2006. A week-long indulgence in the visual arts for artists, art educators, and art students. $285 Workshops include paper making, woodcarving, painting and serigraphy, ceramics and jewelry. Public events July 18-22. Open House July 22. 601-977-7839. tougaloo.edu
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Neshoba
County Fair July 21-28,
2006. 16800 Hwy. 21 S.
Philadelphia, MS.
Neshoba County. Founded in 1889 and listed on the
National Register of Historic Places, this
fairground is home to an event known as
"Mississippi's Giant House party." One of
the last remaining fairs of its kind features live
entertainment, dancing, folk singing, harness racing
and political speakers. 601-656-8480. neshobacountyfair.org
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Mississippi Bluegrass Reunion July. Family style bluegrass festival featuring national touring artists, Mississippi artists, master class workshops, stage shows, arts & crafts, community outreach concert and much more. Lamar County Multipurpose Facility/Fairgrounds, Purvis, 601-544-7676.
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Uncle Dave Macon Days Old-Time Music and Dance Festival July 7-9, 2006. Murfreesboro, TN. More than 40,000 fans flock to pioneer village Cannonsburgh to hear an old-time banjo-pickin’ and singin’ tribute to one of the Grand Ole Opry’s first superstars, Uncle Dave. See many Opry regulars plus the National Championships in banjo, buck dancing and clogging; 800-716-7560. uncledavemacondays.com
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Ida B. Wells Arts/Crafts Family Festival July 7-9, 220 Randolph Rd. Holly Springs. Festival that features artwork in various media by MS artists, family gathering of Ida B. Wells descendents. Blues, Gospel, Jazz concerts, barbeque on the lawn and a banquet honoring the birthday of Ida B. Wells. 662-252-3232. idabwells.org
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Slugburger Festival July 6-8, 2006, Downtown Square, Corinth. The ultimate tribute to this local culinary delight is offered during this three-day event of live entertainment, amusement rides and great food. 877-347-0545. corinth.ms
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Gold in the Hills July – Aug. , Vicksburg. Gold in the Hills is a 3 act melodrama set in the 1890's. It is the world's longest running melodrama, as listed in Guinness Book of World Records. Cheer the hero and heroine; boo and throw peanuts at the villain; enjoy the singing and can-can-dancers. Fri. and Sat. only, 7:30 p.m., 601.636.0471. www.vicksburg.com/~gold
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Sunfish Summer Triathlon July, Okatibbee Reservoir Lake, Meridian. Biking, swimming and running enthusiast will have a great time at this Southeast Tri-Fed National Championship Triathlon, featuring a 1-K swim, 34-K bike race and 8-K run. 601-485-7678.
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North Carolina International Folk Festival July 18-31, 2005. Waynesville, NC. This festival transforms a small mountain city into a national cultural center. Talk with a villager from Katmandu or watch a Tahitian dancer or join hand in hand with a Turk doing a friendship dance; 877-FOLKUSA, 828-452-2997. folkmoot.com
Mize Watermelon Festival July 21-22, 2006. The juicy red pulp is dripping and sweet, and its slick black seeds are perfect for the watermelon seed-spitting accuracy contest. Try your hand at the greased watermelon race or watermelon-eating contest. Come prepared for a full day of great, sometimes sticky, family fun. Check out the arts and crafts, and enjoy the live entertainment. City Park, Downtown. $3. Mize, Miss. 601-733-2221.
Gluckstadt German Festival July 22, 2006. 11-5 p.m. St. Joseph's Catholic Church. Descendants of the early settlers of this community celebrate and share their German heritage with music, dance, games and foods of the Old Country. No ice chests or pets. Bring lawn chair/blanket. 601-856-2054. stjosephgluckstadt.com
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17th Annual Cajun Music and Food Festival July. Lake Charles, LA. A true celebration of the Cajun heritage, highlighting all aspects of Cajun life, including food, dance contests, live music, amateur accordion contest, and a Louisiana Purchase Bicentennial exhibit; 800-456-7952.
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Alabama Shakespeare Festival Montgomery, AL. 800-841-4273 asf.net
This world renown, multi-stage, professional, classical theatre is year round with special extreme Repertory summer weekend packages to experience up to six plays in one weekend.
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Dizzy Dean World Series July 21-27. Snowden Grove Park, Southaven. Heads up for this prestigious Little League World Series tournament, featuring participant teams in age categories ranging from 8-13, plus Junior and Senior divisions. Over 165 teams come from 15 states. 662-890-3371. southaven.com
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Hog Wild in July
Jackson (601) 354-6113
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Mississippi National 4H Horse Championships July 13-17. State Fairground Expo center, Jackson. 662-325-3515, (601)325-3515.
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Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo July 1 - 5. Competitive fishing and lots of entertainment. Fish on display, caught by the contestants. The beauty pageant of the Royal Queen and Princesses, and a fireworks display. Rice Pavilion, Jones Park, Gulfport. (228) 863-2713.
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Annual Gulf Coast Crab Festival Every July under the oaks next to Our Lady of the Gulf Church, 10 a.m. - 10 p.m., children's and adult games, fireworks, live music, raffles and arts and crafts booths. (228) 467-6509 / (228) 467-5265.
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Christmas in July Arts and Craft Show Biloxi. Unique arts and crafts, featuring the works of artists from surrounding states and members of the Mississippi Gulf Coast Craftsmen's Guild. Stained glass, watercolors, woodcrafts, furniture, decorative painting and more. Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center, Biloxi. (228) 831-1473 / (228) 864-9269.
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Satchmo Summer Fest New Orleans, Aug. 3-6, 2006. "What a Wonderful World" you'll discover during an edu-taining weekend in the French Quarter honoring New Orleans' native son, Louis "Satchmo" Armstrong. The Satchmo-inspired program includes musical informances and discussions, exhibits, a jazz mass, activities for budding young jazz fans, a club crawl, "red beans and ricely yours" foods, and a star-studded line-up of performances that would have made Louis smile. From brass bands to big bands and early jazz to All-Star sounds, you'll wonder whether it's ever "Sleepytime Down South" as you revel in the music of the man who spread the language of jazz around the world. Events are free and at the Louisiana State Museum's Old U.S. Mint, 400 Esplanade Ave. in the French Quarter, and beyond. 800-673-5725. satchmosummerfest.com
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W.C. Handy Music Festival July 23-29, 2006, Florence, AL. A week-long celebration honoring the musical heritage of Florence native W.C. Handy, “The Father of the Blues.” More than 200 events are scheduled, including concerts, exhibits, jam sessions, “Street Strut” (peoples’ parade), and educational events; 256-766-7642. wchandymusicfestival.org
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August
Kid's World
August. Trade Mart, Jackson Coliseum Fairgrounds.
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City
of Jackson 10th Annual August Festival Sat.,
Aug. , 3–9 p.m. Grove Park Community Center,
4126 Parkway Ave. 20 entertainment acts from
Blues, R&B, Rap, Gospel, Jazz and dance
groups. Councilman Brown will be giving out free
hot dogs and hamburgers to all the children.
Free games, talent show, live music, amusement
activities and vendors. 368-7407.
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Sunflower River
Blues and Gospel Festival
August 11-13, 2006.
Railroad Depot
Clarksdale, MS. This festival, celebrated for its
authenticity and focus on Mississippi's musical
heritage, features entertainment by local and
nationally known blues and gospel artists. Offered are lectures and seminars about
music and its unique roots. Gospel Festival will
be held on the 13th. 662-627-2209. sunflowerfest.org
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Scottish Heritage Festival Jackson (601) 354-6113
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Labor Day Celebration Jackson (601) 352-2580
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Howlin Wolf Blues Festival Civic Center, West Point, Sept. 2, 2005, 5 p.m. $15. Sam Lay, Rev. Slick, Black Prairie Blues Kings, Diunna Greenleaf, Rory Block and more. 800-626-3764, 662-494-2921. wpnet.org
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Ocean Springs Art Walk Each August Artists demonstrate their talents inside and outside small businesses and galleries. Painters, sculptors, musicians, and chefs take part. Downtown Ocean Springs. (228) 875-4424.
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Georgia Mountain Fair July 20-31, Hiawassee, GA. The mountains fill with country, Bluegrass and gospel music, while historians at pioneer village give demonstrations on mountain crafts, antique farm equipment is on display, and artists and craftsmen display a host of goods; 706-896-4191. georgia-mountain-fair.com
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Elvis Week Aug. 8-16, 2006, Memphis. Each August, fans of all ages come from around the world to celebrate the music of The King, Elvis Presley. Events include a gospel concert performed by Elvis’ backup singers and other special guests, Gospel Brunches, Candlelight Vigil in Graceland Plaza and more; 800-238-2000. elvis.com
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Memphis Heritage and Culture Festival Aug. . Variety of bands from blues and jazz to international on indoor and outdoor stages, food demos, art, vendors. At the Center and most of Pembroke Square at 119 S. Main St. in Memphis near Gordon Biersch Restaurant. 901-525-3655. southernfolklore.com
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Annual Othar Turner Picnic Senatobia, Aug. . Othar Turner died in early 2003, but his family, including his 12-year-old, fife playing granddaughter Sharde, are keeping alive the fife and drum tradition. Featuring the family band and many guest performers.
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Willie Clayton Homecoming Festival Indianola, Aug., featuring Willie Clayton, Bobby Rush, the Mystery Man, and Marvin Sease. Located at the Steenville Park on 448 between Indianola and Shaw. Gates at noon, concert at 3 p.m. Call Club Ebony 662-887-9915 for info.
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Civil War Living History and Battle Skirmishes Aug.. Confederate and Union soldiers will camp on the grounds of historic McRaven Tour Home. Events include period demonstrations in textiles, cooking, fashions, music and skirmishes. 1445 Harrison St., Vicksburg. 601-636-1663.
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Mississippi Opera Season Tickets On Sale Get your tickets now for the best seats. Productions range through the entire spectrum of emotions from the hilarious light opera of Gilbert and Sullivan's H.M.S. Pinafore to the tale of Leoncavallo’s tragic clown, Pagliacci. Reserve seats for all three productions. 1-877-MSOPERA. msopera.org
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September
Language - Conversational French (Tu), Spanish (M/Sat), Japanese (M/Tu), Chinese.
Business - Understanding the Stock Market, Basics of Investing (Mon), Gardening, Computer Basics, Planning for your Senior Years (Mon), Collecting Mississippi Art (Mon), Business Etiquette and Dining Skills (Tu), Grantwriting (Tu), Business Writing Skills (Wed), Prepare for your children's college, World Wide Web (Tu), Microsoft Excel (Sat), PowerPoint (Sat), Website building (Sat).
Creative - Watercolor Painting, Drawing (Mon), Photography (M/Tu), Landscape Design (Tu), Pottery and Sculpture (M/T/Th), Guitar (Mon), Harmonica (Tu), Building a New Home (Mon), Genealogy (Mon), Stargazing (Mon), Singing for Seniors (Mon), Quilting (Tu), Create Great Home and Business Digital Video (10/18), Wines Down Under (Tu), Birding (Tu), Calligraphy (Tu), Fiction Writing (Tu), Writing and Selling Short Stories (Tu), "Armchair Detectives" Basic Forensics for the Nonscientist (Wed), Becoming a Savvy Traveler (Wed), Great Books (Th), Let's Faux It (Th), Journaling Workshop for Women (Th), Interior Design (Th), Understanding Modern Art (Th), Feng Shui (Sat), Flower Arrangement (Sat), Website Building (Sat), How to use a digital camera (Sat), Poetry (Sat).
Fitness - Pilates (Mon), Tai Chi (Tu), Belly Dance for Fitness (M/W), Latin Dancing (Wed), Social Dancing (Wed), Yoga (W/Sat), Meditation (Th), Color Psychology and Beyond (Th), Traditional Irish Dancing (Th).
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14th Annual Celtic Fest Sept. 9-11, 2005. The weekend after Labor Day. Over 25 performing groups on 3 indoor and 1 outdoor stages, music, dance, Celtic art, culture and educational workshops. Immerse yourself in Celtic music and culture with activities for children, Celtic vendors and concessions. Fri.- Whiskey/Scotch Tasting. Sat.- Ceili (Irish dance). Mississippi Agriculture & Forestry Museum, 1150 Lakeland Dr. at I-55, Jackson. 601-713-3708, 800-844-8687. Rain or Shine. CelticFestMS.org
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Yellow Daisy Festival Sept. 8-11, 2005. Stone Mountain, GA. The wild Yellow Daisy blooms each Sept. but only within a 50-mile radius of Stone Mountain. The nation’s No. 1 arts and crafts show features 440-plus of the nation’s top crafters, Creative Children’s Corner, and lots of good, southern food. 770-498-5690. stonemountainpark.com
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Festival Latino at Rapids on the Reservoir Sat., Sept. 17, 2005, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. $6 adults, $4 students/seniors, under 5 free. Annual cultural event features Latin American dances, music, arts & crafts from Central and South America, and the Caribbean. Sample food and free activities for the kids. Education and cultural information for everyone, from students taking Spanish classes to local people wanting to learn more about Hispanic culture. 601-371-9009, 601-824-8860. mshispanicassociation.org
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Annual Copper Magnolia Festival and Sutler's Fair Sept., Historic Jefferson College in Natchez, 9 -5 p.m. Family entertainment, arts & crafts demonstrations and good food. Free. 601-442-2901.
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Annual Mississippi Walk for Diabetes Sept., Registration 1 p.m. Walk 2 p.m. at the Southern Farm Bureau located at I-220 and Watkins Dr. exit. One mile family fun walk, 31 mile/5Kwalk and more. All donations stay in Mississippi to fund diabetes research. 957-7878.
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2nd Annual Mississippi's Faith-Based Summit Jackson, Sept. Faith In Action: Strategies for Vibrant Rural and Urban Communities, $225. 601-992-9337
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23rd Annual Handworks Holiday Market Sept., 9 a.m.- 7 p.m., Mississippi Trade Mart. Start your holiday shopping early as regional artisans and craftsmen sell the most unique children's items every year. $5 all day/$2 after 5 p.m. 948-6436. www.handworksholidaymarket.com.
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Annual Byram Business Expo Sept. 10-3 p.m., Courthouse Fitness Center, 136 Byram Parkway South. 372-7235.
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Annual Over the River Run in Vicksburg Sept. , 5-Mile run/walk over the old Mississippi River Bridge. 1-mile fun run for the kids. $15 advanced/$20 day of show/ $45 for a family of 4. 601-883-5760. www.riverregion.com
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German
Fest
September
25, 2005. Exit 112, I-55, St. Joseph Catholic
Church,
Gluckstadt, MS. Madison County. 11-5 p.m. Free. Bring Lawn
Chair/Blanket. Help celebrate
the founding of the small community of
Gluckstadt, German for "Happy City,"
in the early 1900s by German farmers. German
band music, folk singing, dancing, German food,
country store, games and draft horse wagon rides
for children. 601-856-2054
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Dollywood Harvest Celebration Sept. -Nov. Pigeon Forge, TN. Arts and crafts area covering 2500 square-feet and daily demonstrations by area craft guilds, musicians and storytellers, the 7th Annual Southern Gospel Jubilee, and fall food favorites such as Fried Green Tomatoes, Fresh Baked Apple Pies and Skillet Potatoes; 800-DOLLYWOOD. www.dollywood.com.
Well's Fest Jackson (601) 353-0658. Sept., Family Festival of fun, music, food and entertainment at the Lakeland Park. Free. All proceeds from sponsors, food sales, art auction and children's activities are donated to a different community non-profit service organization each year.
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Jackson Gun Show (601) 355-3510
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25th Anniversary Farish Street Music & Heritage Festival Sept. 3, 2005. 11-5 p.m. Downtown Jackson at Griffith, Amite, Church and Hamilton Streets. Arts, crafts, live music and soul food are waiting at this African-American celebration that promotes the culture, history and heritage of the Farish Street Historical District. $12 adults, 6-12 years $5, at Be-Bop. Day of Fest- $15 adults. 601-960-2384 / 601-960-1891.
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Tennessee Williams Tribute and Tour of Victorian Homes Sept, Columbus, MS. Features two plays, "The Property is Condemned" by Community Theatre and "Truth in the Guise of Illusion" by The Blue Roses Production Company of New York; scholarly lectures; film and lecture; photo exhibit; and book signings. Dinner on the grounds, a sermon on a theme from one of Williams' plays and tours of three Victorian Homes on Sun. (662)328-5413. caradine@ebicom.net
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Biloxi
Seafood Festival Sept. 10-11, 2005.
Seafood dishes and a wide variety of arts and
crafts. Rock, reggae, jazz, and more, fishing
rodeo, kids games, and other activities. Point
Cadet Plaza. 228-374-2717. biloxi.org
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Big Black River Festival Sept. Hwy. 51, downtown West, MS. Arts and crafts, food, entertainment, 5-K run and 1 mile run, children's entertainment, West Civic Club Country Store. 662-967-2307.
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Muscadine Jubilee Sept., Downtown Pelahatchie. You don't have to know what a muscadine is to have a great time at this family-oriented festival, with rides and arts and crafts. Sample some of the many delicious muscadine products. 601-854-5224.
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Olde Towne Clinton Fall Fest and Crafts Fair Sept. Annual event held on the historic brick streets of Olde Town Clinton. Festival was founded in 1971. Festival attendees are treated to arts and crafts, food, fun entertainment and children's activities. 924-4744.
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Delta State Performing Arts Center Events Sept. 12-Dec. 12. The Bologna Performing Arts Center at Delta State University presents a variety of national and international touring shows, including Broadway musicals, operas, country and gospel music artists, theatre productions, classical music and dance. Call for schedule. 662-846-4626.
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11th Annual ART in the PASS
September
24-25, 2005. Pass Christian, MS. Memorial
Park.
Art in the Pass is an outdoor fine arts
festival held in beautiful Memorial Park,
overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. Artists are
juried to find a group of talented artists
in a variety of mediums including painting,
photography, print making, sculpture,
pottery, fiber arts, glass arts, woodworking
and jewelry. This family friendly festival
features the music of Bobby Allison.
(228)452-2252, (228)216-2252. www.ArtinthePass.com
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Mississippi
Pecan Festival Sept. 17,
2005. Hwy. 15 south of Richton on Wingate Rd.
Family-oriented event, held in a shady
30-acre pecan orchard, offers arts and crafts,
live demonstrations, mule pull, beauty
contest, cash talent show and live music. 601-525-3792.
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Celebrate The Gulf Around The Cat Sailing
Race Sat., Sept., 2004. Pass Christian.
More info from the Pass
Christian Chamber of Commerce at
(228)452-7068.
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Annual Mississippi Gulf Coast Blues and Heritage Festival Pascagoula, Sept. 4, 2004. Dozens of top-name Rhythm & Blues artists and Gospel choirs. Gates open at 11 a.m. under a pavilion. Jackson County Fairgrounds. $17-$21 (228) 497-5493 / 800-726-2781.
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Annual "Chef's of the Coast" Each Fall. Oct. 2, 2005. Over 50 popular Gulf Coast restaurants and lounges amaze and dazzle your taste buds. Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center, Biloxi. 228-388-5162.
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Six
Flags New Orleans
Open Weekends Only Sept. thru the end of
season Nov. 2. Sat., 10 a.m.-8 p.m. and Sun.,
11 a.m.-7 p.m. thru Sept. 28. Oct. 4 thru Nov.
2, Sat. and Sun. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Halloween
Night till 11 p.m. At I-10 and I-510.
504-253-8100. Open daily during Summer. www.sixflags.com
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Second Saturday Artwalk Sept. 11, 2004. Old Town Bay St Louis. Live music, artists’ receptions at the galleries, refreshments and evening shopping. Shops are open all day with music, fun, and food from 5-8 p.m. (228) 467-6870.
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Horn
Island 2006 : The Workshop Exhibition
This exhibition will bring together and
showcase work from a group of artists that
attend the five day workshop held in early May
each year on Horn Island. Artists use this
workshop experience and create works of art
during the workshop. Ohr-O’Keefe
Museum of Art, 136 G E Ohr St, Biloxi. (228)
374-5547.
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Chautauqua At Beauvoir Every September. From the late 1890’s until the 1930’s, Chautauqua tent shows have traveled the South and the Mid-West. “Chautauqua at Beauvoir” is a chance to experience this tradition. Regular admission charged. Beauvoir, Jefferson Davis Home. 2244 Beach Blvd, Biloxi. 800-570-3818.
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Annual
Volkslauf Endurance Race Sept. 4, 2004.
The 4-mile course incorporates a portion of an
obstacle course in include a water trench, log
and high step obstacles, dirt mound and low
crawl. Gulfport. (228) 871-2401.
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SKA Professional Tournament Each September. King mackerel and lemon fish tournament. (228) 432-7387.
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Diamondhead Annual Arts and Crafts Show Every September, over 150 booths are set up with hand-made crafts and multi-media art works for sale. Diamondhead Country Club Circle and Grounds. (228) 255-2697 / (228) 452-2200.
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Gulf Coast Marine Education Festival Each September with Hands-on displays, demonstrations, fish release and more. Pass Christian. (228) 374-5000, ext 5021.
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Iuka
Heritage Festival
Sept. 2-4, 2005. Iuka's rich history is
highlighted in this unique festival, with a
car show, arts and crafts, food, talent show,
fun activities for kids, gospel singing, and
street dance. Civil War re-enactors will camp,
perform mock skirmishes, and the ladies will
demonstrate the art of weaving and candle
making. Jay
Bird Park Downtown and Mineral Springs Park on
Quitman St.
662-423-2468 or 601-423-3378. iukafestival.com
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Deer Creek Fall Festival Sept. 26, 2005. Leland 662-686-2687
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Annual Mississippi Jazz & Heritage Festival Sat., Sept. 3, 2005, Labor Day Weekend. 6 p.m. Schelben Park in Downtown Greenville. For more information, call 662-378-9006, 662-247-1471. Free. www.thedelta.org
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27th Annual Delta Blues and Heritage Festival Sept. 17, 2005. Noon-9 p.m. Off Highway 1 South at Route 454 in Greenville. $15 advanced/$20 day of show. 601-948-2357. Delta Blues Week in Greenville is September 12 – 18, Blues Family Picnic, art exhibition, blues on the block, jazz tribute to the blues, and the Little Wynn Festival leading up to the Blues Festival. 800-467-3582. www.thedelta.org www.deltablues.org
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Delta Blues Week Greenville, September 13 - 19, 2004, 800-467-3582 www.thedelta.org
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Meridian
County Fair Rock 'N' Roll Revival Car Show Sept.
, Highland Park, Meridian. Car show
featuring street rods, classics, muscle cars,
antiques, radical customs and motorcycles
complete this fun-filled, back-to-the-Fifties
day. Old fashioned county fair
featuring super spectacular rides, kid rides,
4-H exhibits, games & prizes, petting zoo
and lots of good food. Lauderdale
County Agri-Center. 601-483-2090.
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Richland Day Sept. Richland City Park. Come join in this day-long, fun-filled hometown celebration, including an arts and crafts market, entertainment, kids town and fireworks. 601-420-1530.
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6th
Annual Sidewalk Moving Picture Festival Birmingham, AL. Sept. 22 -
25, 2005. Since its debut
in 1999, filmmakers from across the country and
around the world have come to Birmingham to
screen the best new
independent features, docs, shorts, animated
films and children's programming and been
thrilled to discover fresh, enthusiastic crowds
eager to devour new independent cinema. Sidewalk
attracts over 10,000 attendees each year, with cash
awards, panel discussions and a shindig or two. 205-324-0888
www.sidewalkfest.com
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Pensacola
Seafood Festival
Pensacola, FL. Sample a huge
variety of mouth-watering seafood and then ease
your conscience with the 5K run. Also offers 180
selected arts & crafts vendors and
children’s activities, including puppet shows
and hands on arts and crafts. 850-433-6512. www.fiestaoffiveflags.org.
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4th Annual Exile on Sunflower Festival
Sat., Sept. Clarksdale. Gazebo on Sunflower
Ave. Super Chikan, Mr. Tater and more. Free.
662-627-5514.
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Community At A Glance
Actor's Playhouse Non-profit performing arts theatre for children and youth. 121 Paul Truitt Lane, Pearl. Take I-20 East to Airport Road. From the exit ramp, turn left onto Airport Rd. At Hwy 80, turn left. Travel approximately 1.4 miles and turn right on Paul Truitt Lane. (Look for the Paul Truitt Baptist Church sign.) Actor's Playhouse is near the end of the street, on the left. 601-664-0930. SthrnActor@aol.com
Agriculture and Forestry Museum 1150 Lakeland Dr. 601-713-3365. Mon.-Sat. 9-5, Sun. 1-5 p.m. mdac.state.ms.us lnstar.com/agmuseum
Alamo Theatre 333 N. Farish St., 601-352-3365.
Applause Dance Factory 242 Stephens St., Ridgeland, 601-856-6168. applausedancefactory.com
Arts Alliance of Jackson 255 E. Pascagoula St. 601-960-1557.
Ballet Magnificat! 5406 I-55 N. 601-977-1001. balletmagnificat.com
Ballet Mississippi 201 E. Pascagoula St. 601-960-1560. balletmississippi.com
Belhaven College Center for the Arts 835 Riverside Dr. 601-968-5930, tickets 601-965-7026.
Belhaven College Bessie Cary Lemly Gallery Hood Library, Belhaven. 601-968-5948. belhaven.edu
Black Rose Community Theatre 103 Black St. Brandon, 601-825-1293. blackrosetheater.com
Brick Street Players Clinton, Old Clinton Jr. High auditorium on Fairmont Dr. across from MC. 601-925-9285. clintonbrickstreetplayers.com
Cactus Plantation 1088 Champion Hill Rd. Edwards. 601-852-2705.
The Cedars Historic Home 4145 Old Canton Rd. in Fondren.
The Center Players Old Madison Station Elementary Auditorium, 2109 Main St. 601-933-0445. centerplayers.net
Choctaw Used and Rare Books 926 North St. (off Fortification) 601-352-7281.
Circle Off the Square Theater of Raymond 601-672-5393.
Clinton Nature Center 617 Dunton Rd., Clinton. 7 a.m.-sunset. Walking trails. 601-926-1104. clintonnaturecenter.org
Support Jackson Arts The Collective, a community group dedicated to improving Jackson, meets to plan and support the arts. 601-672-6307. jxncollective.org
Crossroads Film Society and Festival Year round indie films, parties, filmmaker workshops. Festival April 2006 at Parkway Place Theatre. 601-359-3347, 601-969-1055. crossroadsfilmfest.com
Doc * 36 Skatepark 931 Hwy. 80 West. 601-985-9797. Fri.-1-10p.m., Sat.-10-10, Sun.- 1-7p.m. Mon.-Thurs.-12-9 p.m. doc36skatepark.com
Equality Mississippi Statewide Steward of Lesbian and Gay Equality. 601-936-7673. equalityms.org
Fondren Theatre Workshop 601-982-2217. fondren.org
Fondren Renaissance Foundation 601-981-9606. fondren.org
Jackson Astronomical Association Meets at the Salvation Army Headquarters, 1450 Riverside Dr. Jackson, at 7:30 p.m., the 1st Friday of each month. www.jacksonastro.org
Jackson Irish Dancers 601-592-9914. jacksonirishdancers.org
Jackson Rage Basketball 601-853-6716. ragebasketball.com
Jackson Senators Baseball Smith-Wills Stadium, 1200 Lakeland Dr., 601-362-2294. $4+ jacksonsenators.com
Jackson Zoological Park 2918 W. Capitol St. 601-352-2580. jacksonzoo.com