Mississippi Arts Event Planner : 4th Quarter

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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Mississippi Delta Tennessee Williams Festival Oct. 14-15, 2005. Clarksdale, Ms. Clarksdale was the childhood home of playwright Tennessee Williams and the setting for many of his great Mississippi Delta plays. 662-627-7337 clarksdale.com

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Pride of the Fleet: the USS Mississippi Exhibit June 1 - Nov. 9. The exhibit focuses on the four ships named USS Mississippi & the sailors who staffed them. The Mississippi's fought in conflicts across the globe, played a role in international diplomacy, & assisted in the development of naval technologies.

Old Capitol Museum. 359-6920.

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Vicksburg Fall Pilgrimage Throughout October. Fifteen historic homes and churches will open with guided tours during appointed hours. A rare treat for a view into antebellum Vicksburg. Step back in time and relive an era when cotton was king and riverboats tamed the Mighty Mississippi River. Optional tours available. $15 per 3 house tour. 800-221-3536. www.vicksburgcvb.org

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Natchez Fall Pilgrimage At the heart of the Spring and Fall Pilgrimages are guided tours of the magnificent mansion houses built during the King Cotton era, prior to 1862. Listen to the stories these venerable historic houses tell. Guided tours are conducted daily by hoopskirted hostesses who interpret the rooms, furnishings and history of each house. In the colorful legends of these gracious, time-mellowed dwellings is enshrined the history of Mississippi. Natchez, Oct. 22-Nov. 5, 2005,

March 10-April 14, 2006. natchezpilgrimage.com

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Muddy River Music Fest Columbus October 4, 2003
800-327-2686 www.columbus-ms.org

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Cotton Capital Blues Festival Greenwood, October 18 - 19, 2003. 800-748-9064

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Canton Flea Market and Crafts Show Thurs., Oct. 13, 2005, May 12, 2006. This large bi-annual arts and crafts show features over 1,100 booths on the grounds of historic Madison County Courthouse and throughout the downtown area. Voted one of the top 100 events by the American Bus Association. The 2nd Thursday in May and October. Canton Historic Courthouse Square. 800-844-3369. cantontourism.com/arts_crafts.html

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Great Mississippi River Balloon Race Oct. 14-16, 2005. Natchez. Sister Hazel, Radiators, Johnny Sketch, Irma Thomas, balloon glow, children's village and more. $5 Fri./Sun., $15 Sat. 800-647-6724. natchezballoonrace.com

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Octoberfest Carthage, Ms. Oct. 7-8, 2005. Two-day indoor arts and crafts show with more than 200 exhibitors, bluegrass, Gospel and more makes this autumn event a weekend to remember. Garan Building, 1500 Hwy 35, near Hwy 25. Free. 601-267-9231. leakems.com

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Heidelberg Oktoberfest Live entertainment, arts and crafts, and food vendors offer authentic German cuisine to make this a fun way to spend the day. Magnolia Park Downtown. Free. Heidelberg, Ms. (601) 787-3000.

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Delta Air and Balloon Festival Sept. 9-11, 2005. Greenville, Ms. 662-334-2322. greenvilleballoonfest.com

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Southern Farm Bureau Golf Classic (Men's PGA Event) Jackson, Ms. (601) 354-8425
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Canton Storytelling Festival Canton, Ms. (601) 859-1307 or (601) 859-3369

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Magnolia State Bluegrass Festival Wiggins. The first weekend in June and the first weekend in October each year. One of the oldest bluegrass festivals in Mississippi at the Stone Country Music Park in Wiggins. (601) 270-4800 / (251) 246-4553. www.bgfest.freeservers.com

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Hickory Hill Bluegrass Festival Foxworth, Ms. On the third weekend in June and the fourth weekend in October, way off the beaten path in the rolling hills near Foxworth. www.bgfest.freeservers.com

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Hubfest Oct. 8, 2005, 9– 4 p.m. in Downtown Hattiesburg, Ms. HUBfest,

now in its 20th year, is one of the largest festivals of its kind in the Pine Belt attracting crowds of

over 60,000 for a delicious assortment of foods, beverages and variety of handmade arts and crafts.

Two outdoor stages of live entertainment offer something for everyone. 601-296-7500. theadp.com

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Halloween Carnival at the Mississippi Agriculture & Forestry Museum October, 2004. Children of all ages will enjoy ghostly hay rides, a haunted farm, fortune telling, nature trail, magic show and trick-or-treat goodies. 1150 Lakeland Dr. Jackson. 601-713-3365.

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Halloween Fright Night Jackson, Ms. (601) 354-6113

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Cruisin' the Coast Oct. 2-9, 2005. Over 5,000 car enthusiast invade the Biloxi area. Biloxi Coliseum Auto Auction Oct. 7-8. 888-808-1188. cruisinthecoast.com

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Beauvoir Fall Muster Oct. 18-19, 2005. Biloxi, Ms. The last home of Confederate President Jefferson Davis, is the setting for an event that features camp demonstrations, sutlers, skirmishes and a children's activity area. 2244 Beach Blvd. 228-388-9074. beauvoir.org

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George Ohr Fall Festival of Arts Biloxi. This incredible festival celebrates the outstanding artwork of
George Ohr, once known as the "Mad Potter of Biloxi." Events include a juried art exhibit, pottery making, musical entertainment and delicious food. George E. Ohr Arts and Cultural Center.
Free. 136 G.E. Ohr St. Biloxi. (228) 374-5547.

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November

Voodoo Music Festival New Orleans, Oct. 29 -30, 2005 www.voodoomusicfest.com

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Mistletoe Marketplace Nov. 3-6, 2005. Trade Mart Bldg., Jackson Coliseum Fairgrounds. Enjoy the excitement of this three-day holiday shopping extravaganza featuring merchants from across the nation. Each day is filled with special events designed to fuel the excitement of the approaching holiday season. 601-948-2357. mistletoemarketplace.com

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18th Annual Natchez Fall Arts, Crafts and Gifts Show

Natchez Convention Center, Main St., downtown Natchez. November 12-13, 2005.Sat. 10-5, Sun. 12-5.

This two day indoor event will feature a wonderful array of arts, crafts and gifts which will surely get you into the upcoming holiday spirit. 318-336-5572. csayers@locnet.net

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Capital City Classic Nov. 19, 2005. Veterans Memorial Stadium, 1 p.m. $22. Jackson State University v. Alcorn State University football game activities 11/12-19 include a scholarship banquet, Battle of the Bands, a Greek Step Show, musical entertainment, the Miss Capital City Classic pageant and much more. 601-979-2450. ccclassic.com
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Mississippi Center for Justice - Champions of Justice Dinner Nov. 19, 2004. 7 p.m. 940-4950.

736 N. Congress St. 352-2269. www.mscenterforjustice.org mmckewen@jam.rr.com

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Harvest Festival and Mule Show Jackson, Ms. Step back in time and explore life on the farm. Observe the operation of a cotton gin, blacksmith shop, sawmill and cane mill. Admission. Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry/National Agricultural Aviation Museum, 1150
Lakeland Dr., (601) 354-6113.

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Festival of Christmas Trees Vicksburg, Ms. (601) 960-1457 www.vccmeet.com

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18th Annual Biloxi Highlands and Islands Scottish Games and Celtic Festival

Sat., November 2004, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

http://highlandsandislands.batcave.net

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Peter Anderson Arts & Crafts Festival Nov. 5-6, 2005.

Selected as one of the Southeast Tourism Society’s top events, this family affair features exceptional arts and crafts by some of the South’s finest artisans, as well as entertainment and traditional and

ethnic food. Ocean Springs. oceanspringschamber.com/festivals.html

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Victorian Christmas Festival Canton, Ms. Nov. 25-Dec. 23, 2005. Historic Town Square and neighborhoods are brilliantly aglow with over 100,000 white lights. Festivities include merchants' open houses, parades, horse and buggy tours, carousel rides and entertainment throughout the city.
800-844-3369. cantontourism.com

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The Louisiana Renaissance Festival

Each Sat.-Sun., Nov. 6 - Dec. 12, 2004, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Rain or Shine. Family Day is Friday, Nov. 26. Hammond, La. See Live Joust Tournaments as Knights battle for honor. See the Birds of the Gauntlet show, and watch master craftsmen demonstrate their craft, bringing to life what an English village and festive market place could have been like, mixed with a little bit of Louisiana spice. Come experience the exciting romantic renaissance, and complete your holiday shopping from the most unique gift selections in Louisiana. (985)429-9992. http://www.larf.org

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December

Belhaven Singing Christmas Tree The first week of December. Dec. 1-2, 7:30 p.m. A Belhaven College tradition since 1933, The Singing Christmas Tree is an outdoor choral performance of the season's favorite Christmas carols. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs to the Belhaven College soccer bowl. Free. 601-968-5930. www.belhaven.edu

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Chimneyville Crafts Festival The first week of December. Dec. 2, 10-6 p.m. Dec. 3, 12-5 p.m. 2006. $8. Trade Mart Bldg., Mississippi Sate Fairgrounds, Jackson. At this ultimate Christmas shopping spree, more than 140 members of the Craftsmen's Guild of Mississippi will display and demonstrate their works. Includes crafts in wood, pottery, glass, leather, fiber, metal basketry, jewelry and more. 601-981-0019.

mscraftsmensguild.org
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City of Jackson Christmas Parade The first Saturday in December. Usher in the Yuletide Season in downtown Jackson at the annual Christmas Parade, followed by tree lighting ceremony at City Hall and musical entertainment. Past grand marshals include Faith Hill and Brandy. 601-960-1084 www.city.jackson.ms.us

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Christmas at the Davis Planetarium Jackson, Ms. (601) 960-1550 www.thedavisplanetarium.com

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New Stage Theatre presents A Christmas Carol Annual Classic for the whole family.

1100 Carlisle St. Belhaven. 948-3533, 948-3531. http://newstagetheatre.com

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Metro Holiday Train Station Exhibit 1,500 square ft. of operating toy trains. Annual tradition, Dec- Jan.11, Metrocenter Mall, upper level near Center Court. Mon., Tues., Wed., and Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $2 adults, $1 kids. 956-5321.

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Starry Safari and Christmas at the Jackson Zoo (601) 352-2582 www.jacksonzoo.com

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Christmas at the Old Capitol Jackson. Dec. 1-31. This event, which has become a tradition enjoyed by thousands each holiday season, is held in the 155-year-old historic Greek Revival structure that once served as the state capitol building. Old Capitol trains, and beautiful decorations include a Mississippi cedar tree adorned with 18OOs-style reproduction ornaments and toys from the museum's collection. (601) 359-6920

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Smith Robertson Museum Annual Christmas Tree Festival Showcases various civic, social, and religious organizations' decorated Christmas trees. Throughout Dec. at 528 Bloom St. 960-1457.

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Victorian Christmas Festival Thru Dec. 23. Canton Historic Square. Ride on an old-fashioned carousel and enjoy over 100 life-size moving figures in the animation museum. Over 150,000 lights and experience your holiday surrounded by 1800s Victoriana. 800-844-3369.

Canton Christmas Festival of Lights (601) 859-1307 or (601) 859-3369

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Christmas in Natchez Homes Tour Thru Dec. 31. Some of the most magnificent mansions in historic Natchez are available for tours. All are decorated for the Holiday season. Rosalie - Canal at Broadway in Victorian style. 800-647-6742.

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Natchez Christmas Candlelight Tour of Homes Dec. Guides in antebellum costumes will show the exquisite antebellum mansions of Linden, Longwood, D’Evereaux and The Briars by candlelight. Experience the magic of Christmas with a tour through the lighted historic district and music with snacks at the candlelight homes. $20 each. Candlelight Tour - Rosalie, Ellicott Hill and Auburn. $15 each. 601-446-6345. www.natchez.ms.us

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Huntsville, AL Galaxy of Lights Thru Dec. 31 Enter through a poinsettia wreath into the biggest holiday light extravaganza in the Tennessee Valley, a twinkling fantasy world where lamp posts are shooting stars and Santa flies high through the night sky. The magnificent one-mile lighted drive features more than 150 exhibits. 256-830-4447. www.hsvbg.org

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Christmas at the Governor's Mansion Dec. 3-19. The historic section of the Governor's Mansion features traditional holiday decorations using seasonal greenery. Free guided tours Tues.- Fri., 9:30 to 11 a.m. Advance reservations for groups of 10 or more. 359-6421.

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Christmas at the Manship House Dec. 5-22. Daily tours feature authentic Victorian decorations Tues.- Fri., 9 a.m.-4 p.m., and Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Advance reservations for groups of 10 or more. 961-4724.

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Ag Museum Old Tyme Christmas Village Dec. 4-27, Mississippi Ag & Forestry Museum. The Mississippi Heritage Center will be decorated for an old-fashioned Mississippi Christmas. Bring the entire family to enjoy a miniature Christmas village featuring lights and early 1900's-era buildings. 713-3365.

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Ballet Magnificat! 19th Annual Christmas Festival Performance Dec. 15-16, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 17, 2 p.m. Thalia Mara Hall. Nutcracker "Christmas Dream." $10-$30. RSVP 601-977-1001. balletmagnificat.com

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Mississippi Metropolitan Ballet presents the Nutcracker Dec 13-14, at St. Andrews Middle School. This performance will feature students from the Mississippi Metropolitan Dance Academy of Fondren, and Allison Kellogg, Ms. Mississippi 2003. 321-8505.

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Millsaps Annual Christmas Concert The Pearl High School Singers and Capital Brass join the Millsaps Singers and Chamber Singers in a musical Christmas celebration Dec. in the Ford Academic Complex Recital Hall at Millsaps College. The theme is "Welcome, All Wonders," and will be visually depicted in a colorful mural. Free. 974-1422.

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Crystal Springs Chautauqua Christmas Dec. Drive through the special Christmas scene in with more than 30,000 lights in the Chautauqua park setting. Santa Clause at the Visitor's Center. $2 car, $3 van. 601-892-2711.

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Christmas at the New Capitol Jackson (601) 359-3144

Christmas at Mynelle Gardens 4736 Clinton Blvd. Jackson (601) 960-1894 www.lnstar.com/mynelle

Holiday Jubilee (601) 960-1891

The Nutcracker Thalia Mara Hall, Jackson (601) 960-1560. balletms.com

Millsaps Avenue Holiday Studio Tour Jackson (601) 355-5909

An Old-Fashioned Christmas (601) 354-6113

Kwanzaa in Jackson (601) 960-1741

Jackson State University Choral Ensemble Concert (601) 968-2141

St. Andrew's Noon Concert Jackson (601) 354-1535

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Vicksburg Confederate Balfour Christmas Ball Beneath the flickering glow of candlelight, elegant ladies and dashing Confederate officers danced one cold December evening in 1862. When told of an impending attack by Union gunboats, the officers bade their ladies a hasty goodbye and left to defend the city. Join in this gala evening of food, music and festive re-enactment. Annual reenactment of the 1862 Balfour Ball. Period costumes optional, reservations required. Old Court House Museum, 1008 Cherry St. Admission. 601-636-0741, 800-294-7113.

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Victorian Candlelit Christmas Hattiesburg, Ms. (601) 543-0753 Enjoy a carriage ride through the Hattiesburg Historic Downtown Neighborhood. Fifteen thousand luminaries line the streets of homes decorated for the holidays. Entertainment and refreshments also offered.

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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.

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

LeFleur's Bluff State Park 2130 Riverside Dr. (I-55 at Lakeland Dr.) 601-987-3923.

Lemuria Bookstore 4465 I-55, Banner Hall, 601-366-7619. lemuriabooks.com

Lewis Art Gallery Millsaps College, 3rd floor of the Ford Academic Complex. 1701 N. State St. 601-974-1431.

Maddrama Theater Company Margaret Walker Alexander Research Center, Jackson State University. 601-454-1183. maddrama.com

Madison County Cultural Center for the Arts 2109 Main St., Hwy 463 at Hwy 51. 601-853-0291.

Manship House 420 E. Fortification St. Free. 601-961-4724. mdah.state.ms.us

Marie Hull Gallery Hinds Community College, Raymond. 601-857-3275.

Millsaps Community Enrichment Series Over 80 Non-credit courses with no prerequisites, no homework, and no tests. Beginner and Intermediate levels. Meet once a week, Mon.- Sat., day and night classes, for the winter and spring. $30-$150 per class. The 1 day to 6 week classes cover a variety of interests in art, music, business, personal development, language, literature, fitness, computers, dance, home and garden, Wine, ballroom dancing, painting, pottery/ceramics, photography, Tai chi, Pilates, belly dance, yoga, learning vacations and more. 601-974-1130 for brochure. millsaps.edu/adltlrn

Mississippi Arts Commission 239 N. Lamar St. Suite 207, Downtown Jackson. 601-359-6030. arts.state.ms.us

Mississippi Arts Email Announcement/Discussion Group

Mississippi Art Colony 888-452-5332. msartcolony.com

Mississippi Academy of Ancient Music 103 Magnolia St., Edwards.

601-852-4848 (nights/weekends), 601-977-7782 (weekdays). revolvingpaintdream.com/ancientmusic

Mississippi Alliance for Arts Education 101 Carrie Rd., Hattiesburg. 601-268-6996. msartsalliance.com

Mississippi Braves Baseball Pearl. Mon-Sat Games start at 7 p.m. Sun. 2 p.m. through June. Sun. 5 p.m. begins July 1. 601-932-8788. mississippibraves.com

Mississippi Center for Justice 736 N. Congress St. 601-352-2269. mscenterforjustice.org

Mississippi Coliseum 1207 Mississippi St., Box office 601-353-0603, Ticketmaster 601-355-5252.

Mississippi Craftsman's Guild 1150 Lakeland Dr. Jackson. 601-981-2499, 601-981-0019. mscraftsmensguild.org

Mississippi Public Broadcasting Public Television and Radio, 3825 Ridgewood Rd. 601-432-6565. mpbonline.org

Mississippi Museum of Art 201 E. Pascagoula St. 601-960-1515. msmuseumart.org

Mississippi Opera 877-MSOPERA. msopera.org

Mississippi Petrified Forest Flora, Miss. Everyday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. 601-879-8189. mspetrifiedforest.com

Mississippi Puppetry Guild 1927 Springridge Rd. 601-956-3414. mspuppetry.com

Mississippi School for the Arts Brookhaven, is a free, residential state school providing advanced arts education in theatre, visual arts and vocal music for artistically gifted and talented 11th and 12th grade students across Mississippi. Now accepting applications from sophomores, available upon request. 866-672-7871 to schedule a presentation for interested students in your school or community. www2.mde.k12.ms.us/msa/htm/Admission.htm

Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame and Museum 1152 Lakeland Dr. 800-280-3263, Mon.-Sat. 10-4 p.m. msfame.com

Mississippi Symphony Orchestra 800-898-5050. msorchestra.com

Municipal Art Gallery 839 N. State St. 601-960-1582. Tues. - Sat. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (free) city.jackson.ms.us

Museum of Natural Science LeFleur's Bluff State Park, 2148 Riverside Dr. (I-55 at Lakeland Dr.) 601-354-7303. M-F 8-5 p.m., 9-5 Sat., 1-5 Sun. $4, $3 seniors, $2 children 3-18. mdwfp.com/museum

Museum of the Southern Jewish Experience 3863 Morrison Rd., Utica. Textiles, Photos, Judaica. 601-362-6357. msje.org

Mynelle Gardens 4736 Clinton Blvd. 601-960-1894 Mon.-Sat. city.jackson.ms.us

New Stage Theatre 110 Carlisle St. 601-948-3533. newstagetheatre.com

Old Capitol Museum of Mississippi History Free. 100 S. State St. at Capitol. 601-576-6920. M-F 8-5 p.m.; Sat. 9:30-4:30 p.m.; Sun. 12:30-4:30 p.m. mdah.state.ms.us/museum

One Life Incorporated Local nonprofit organization dedicated to improving communities of
color. 601-956-5200. onelifeinc.org

Polarity Dance Theatre 601-366-4201. polaritydance.org contact@polaritydance.org

Powell Museum 129 E. Ash St. 601-352-7261.

Primrose Path Theatre Richland Community Center, E. Harper Drive, behind the Wal-Mart on Hwy 49 South, Richland. 601-420-1576. richlandms.com/civicgroups_primrosepath.php

Rails To Trails longleaftrace.org railtrails.org

Rainbow Whole Foods Co-Op 2807 Old Canton Rd., Fondren, 601-366-1602.

Russell C. Davis Planetarium 201 E. Pascagoula St. 601-960-1550. thedavisplanetarium.com

Smith Robertson Museum and Cultural Center 528 Bloom St. 601-960-1457. city.jackson.ms.us

Terry Station Players Terry Railroad Depot, downtown Terry. East of the I-55 Terry exit. 601-878-5980, 601-878-5446.

Thalia Mara Hall 255 E. Pascagoula St., Kessler Series/Box Office 601-960-1535, World Performance Series 601-968-0090. thaliamara.org kesslerbroadway.com

USA International Ballet Competition June 17-July 2, 2006. Two-week "Olympic-style" competition where tomorrow's ballet stars vie for gold, silver and bronze medals; cash awards; and scholarships. Thalia Mara Hall. 601-355-9853. usaibc.com

Vicksburg Back Alley Players L. Spangler 601-636-3185, K. Woo 601-636-0134. backalley.39180.com

Vicksburg Blues Society vicksburgblues.com

Vicksburg Theatre Guild Parkside Playhouse, 101 Iowa Ave. 601-636-0471. e-vtg.com

Vicksburg National Military Park 3201 Clay St. 8-5 p.m. daily. $5 per car. 601-636-0583. nps.gov/vick