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Through-April 5
Museum of Mississippi History Through the Lens: Copiah County Truck Farming. New traveling exhibit on display in the Winter Building. For more information call 601-576-6920.
Through- May 11
Bone Up On Bones Exhibit. Mississippi Museum of Natural Science. Explore the marvels of the human skeletal system and get an inside look at what makes up bone. 601-354-7303.
Through-May 26
Your House, My House. Open 9 am-5 pm, Mon.-Sat., and 12-5 pm, Sun. Children’s Museum of Memphis. Take a fantastic journey into the homes of people around the world. There is the “My House” area, “Houses, Houses Everywhere”, “Design Center” and “Build Your Own”. Price included with museum admission. Admission: $7 children (1-12) and senior citizens (65+), $8 adults (13-64). Call 901-458-2678 or 901-320-3170. For a complete list of activities and coupons visit www.cmom.com.
March
Nature Day Camp. Clinton Community Nature Center. Registration is limited: June 9-13 for students entering 2-3 grades, June 16-20 for students entering 4-5 grades, and June 23-27 for students entering 6-8 grades. Call 601-926-1104 or visit
www.clintoncommunitynaturecenter.org.
March
Crossgates Baptist Weekday Early Education Programs. 8 Crosswoods Rd, Brandon. Registering for the 2008-2009 school year. Classes in Mother’s Morning Out and Kindergarten offer preschool education for children 6 months through age 5. For more information, call Rita at 601-824-2734 or go to www.crossgates.org.
March
Fossil Road Show. 10am-3pm.Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, Jackson. Patterned after the popular “Antiques Road Show”, the “Fossil Road Show” is designed to help visitors determine more about their own fossil collections. Experts will be on hand to identify fossils. Call 601-354-7303 or visit www.msnaturalscience.org for details.
March 1 Saturday
Astro Camp Saturday. 8:30am- 3:30pm. NASA Stennis Space Center, Bay St. Louis. Science camps for children ages 7-12. Participants take part in themed missions filled with exciting experiments and activities. $25 per camper does not include lunch. For information, call 228-688-7623 or 800-237-1821 (Option 4) or visit http://education.ssc.nasa.gov/astrocampschedule.asp
March 1-2 Sat.-Sun.
Cinderella. Presented by the Mississippi Metropolitan Ballet. 7pm Sat., 2pm Sun. Thalia Mara Hall. Set to the exquisite score of Prokofiev, this ballet brings all the elements of the beloved fairy tale to life. Guest artists include Joseph Gatti, the USA IBC Senior Male Bronze Medalist and his partner, Adiarys Almeida. "A Cinderella Ball" will follow the March 1st performance at the University Club and "A Cinderella Tea Party" for children will follow the March 2nd performance at the MS Museum of Art. For more information and tickets call 601-853-4508 or visit www.msmetroballet.com.
March 1-4
Spring Break Workshops. Registration deadline March 4. Memphis Zoo. This exciting new educational program - entitled "Zooper Animals" – is designed for both homeschoolers and spring breakers! Animals can do incredible things and so can people. Join the fun as we learn how people and animals alike can be superheroes to their environment. Grades Pre-K-K, 1-2, and 3-6. $35/members per day, $45/nonmembers per day $5 off if parent assists. Dates: March 10, 11 and 12, 9am-3pm. Call (901) 333-6765 to register.
March 1-11
Spring Break Camp. Registration deadline March 11. Memphis Zoo. "Zooper Animals" are stronger than steel! Faster than a locomotive! Able to clear tall buildings in one leap! Animals are extraordinary, from dogs that find lost people to lizards that walk on water. Come explore the world of animal superheroes! Grades Pre-K-K, 1-2, and 3-6. Dates:
March 17-21, 9am-3pm. Aftercare 3 to 5:30 p.m. $35/members per day &
$45/nonmembers per day. Aftercare $10/members per day, $15/nonmembers per day
Call (901) 333-6765 to register.
March 2 Sunday
Pavarotti of Christian Music. Paul Pitts in concert. 10:30am. Ensley Church of the Nazarene, 8300 N. Palafox St., Pensacola. Dr. Paul Pitts has been praised for his performances by the President of the United States and the Queen of England. We are delighted to bring him to Pensacola. Tickets are free and available at the door. Call 850-476-4458 or visit www.ecnaz.org for more information.
March 3 Monday
NEA’s Read Across America Day. Sponsored by the National Education Association (NEA) and Dr. Seuss Enterprises, L.P., when millions of reader, both young and old, will be in the company of a good book. Information online at www.nea.org/readacross.
March 4 Tuesday
JPS Parent Academy. 6-8:15 p.m. Forest Hill High School, 2607 Raymond Road. Tips for parents to help students prepare for MCT2 and SATP state tests. Call 601-960-8945 for more information or to register.
March 4 Tuesday
Prepared Childbirth Course. 7-9pm. St. Dominic Education Service Dept. 5 week course on Tuesday evenings. Cost $50 per couple. Call 601-200-6934 to register.
March 4-6 Tues.-Thurs.
Spring Break Enhancement Program Registration. 9am-4pm. Ages 7-12 & 13-16. Administrative Offices of the City of Jackson Parks & Recreation Dept. Information 601-960-0471.
March 4-27 Tues. & Thurs.
Growing Up In Mississippi, 1857-1888. 9am-2pm. Manship House Museum. Students grades K through 4 experience history through hands-on activities, to learn what life was like for nineteenth-century Mississippi children. This program meets many of the Mississippi Department of Education social studies curriculum benchmarks. FREE of charge. Reservations required. For reservations or information call 601-961-4724.
March 6-9, 13-16
Mame. Thurs.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm. Black Rose Theatre, Brandon. Tickets and information 601-825-1293 or visit www.blackrosetheater.com.
March 7 Friday
New Tree House Exhibit Opens at the Children's Museum of Memphis. Open 9 am-5 pm, Mon.-Sat., and 12-5 pm, Sun. 2525 Central Avenue, Memphis. A discovery museum for children, families and educators, designed to complement the school curriculum and encourage the curiosity and imagination of children through interactive programs and hands-on exhibits. . Admission: $7 children (1-12) and senior citizens (65+), $8 adults (13-64), and free for museum members and children under one. Call 901-458-2678 or 901-320-3170. For a complete list of activities and coupons visit www.cmom.com.
March 7-9, 14-16
Southern Discomfort. Vicksburg Theatre Guild. Fri. & Sat. 7:30 pm. Sun. 2pm.Vicksburg Parkside Playhouse, 101 Iowa Ave. Call 601-636-0471 or visit www.vicksburg.com/~gold
March 8 Saturday
Chamber III: Serenade for Spring. 7:30pm. St. Andrew’s Cathedral. This concert will feature the skills of the MSO Woodwind and Brass Quintets, plus Dvorak’s Serenade for Winds. Call 601-960-1565.
March 8 Saturday
Community Wide Yard Sale. 7am-2pm. Mississippi Agriculture & Forestry Museum. 1150 Lakeland Dr. 601-713-3365 or 1-800-844-8687. www.MDAC.State.ms.us.\
March 8 Saturday
Jackson Zoo Day. Jackson Zoo. 9 am-5 pm. Admission: Friends of the Zoo free; children under 2 free; child 2-12 $3; adult 13+ $6; senior 65+ $5.40. Groups with 15 or more contact 601-352-2586 for special rates and reservations. Parking, Rides train, & Carousel $2. each. Strollers from $4-8. Call 601-352-2581.
March 8-April 12
Natchez Spring Pilgrimage. Natchez. Hoop-skirted guides welcome visitors to 32 beautiful antebellum houses in the oldest permanent settlement on the Mississippi River. Call 800-647-6742; www.natchezpilgrimage.com
March 10 Monday
Youth Table Tennis and Junior Tennis. Registration begins. 601-924-6082, www.clintonparksandrec.com
March 10-12
Spring Break Workshops. 9am-3pm. Memphis Zoo. This exciting new educational program - entitled "Zooper Animals" – is designed for both homeschoolers and spring breakers! Animals can do incredible things and so can people. Join the fun as we learn how people and animals alike can be superheroes to their environment. Grades Pre-K-K, 1-2, and 3-6. $35/members per day, $45/nonmembers per day $5 off if parent assists. Deadline March 4 to register. Call (901) 333-6765.
March 10-14
JPS District Nine Weeks Tests.
March 10-April 18
Peanuts At Bat. Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame and Museum. New exhibit organized by the Charles M. Schulz Museum, Santa Rosa, CA. A lighthearted look at Schulz's love for the all-American sport and showcases the Peanuts Gang's hapless pursuit of a winning baseball strategy. Regular admission rates. 601-982-8264 or 1-800-280-3263
www.msfame.com
March 13 Thursday
FatherWise. 7pm. One night class for expectant or new fathers. St. Dominic Hospital. Call 601-200-6934 to register.
March 13 Thursday
Breastfeeding Class. 7-9pm. St. Dominic Hospital. Call 601-200-6934 to register.
March 15 Saturday
Astro Camp Saturday. 8:30am-3:30pm. NASA Stennis Space Center, Bay St. Louis. Science camps for children ages 7-12. Participants take part in themed missions filled with exciting experiments and activities. $25 per camper does not include lunch. For information, call 228-688-7623 or 800-237-1821 (Option 4) or visit http://education.ssc.nasa.gov/astrocampschedule.asp
March 15 Saturday
BancorpSouth Mal’s St. Paddy’s Parade Race. 8am, beginning and ending at the BancorpSouth Bldg. 5k run, 5k walk, 1 mile fun run. Call 601-856-9884.
March 15 Saturday
St. Paddy’s Day Trustmark’s Children’s Festival. 9am. Festival Begins.10am Pet Parade.11am the Children’s Parade. Free. Call 601-984-1972 or www.halandmals.com.
March 15 Saturday
St. Paddy’s Day Parade. 12 Noon, downtown Jackson. The Street Party will begin after the parade with a $6 entrance fee. No coolers allowed. Call 601-984-1972 or www.halandmals.com.
March 15 Saturday
Stones and Bones. 9am-noon. Clinton Community Nature Center. The Gem and Mineral Society will set-up an interactive and educational program in Price Hall all morning. Stop by to learn everything you ever wanted to know about fossils and rocks! This event is free to the public. For more information visit www.clintonnaturecenter.org or call
601.926.1104.
March 15 Saturday
Get Ready for Spring Migration Birding Mini-Workshop. 2-4pm. Clinton Community Nature Center. Audubon Society will host this 2 hour workshop on how to identify the birds in your backyard during this spring's migration. All experience levels are encouraged to attend. The fee for this workshop is $25. For more information call 601.926.1104.
March 15-16 Sat.-Sun
The Scarlet Cord. Presented by the Ballet Magnificat! Sat. 7pm, Sun. 2pm. A ballet inspired by the story of Rahab. Tickets: 601-977-1001 www.balletmagnificat.com
March 15-April 8
Vicksburg Spring Pilgrimage. The “Grand Parade” of white columned mansions along the Mighty Mississippi River begins with Vicksburg. With styles ranging from antebellum, Greek Revival to turn-of-the-century Italianate, the homes are impeccably maintained, furnished with period antiques, and still as resplendent as ever. Vicksburg Convention & Visitors Bureau 601-636-9421 or 1-800- 221-3536 or www.visitvicksburg.com.
March 16 Sunday
Eggstra Special Event. 2pm.Call 601-924-6082 or 601-925-1386 or visit www.clintonpartsandrec.ccom
March 16 Sunday
Kids Green Party. 10-11:30am. Church Alive USA, 2475 Lakeland Drive.
Super Kids & Super Tots celebrate both Palm Sunday & St. Patrick’s Day kid-style while learning about the roots of both holidays. Games, snacks, treats, & more. Free for preschoolers and elementary. Kids wear something green. Visit www.churchaliveusa.com for map. Call Cathy Dole 601-992-7000 or e-mail. cathy.dole@churchaliveusa.com
March 17-21 Mon.-Fri.
Spring Break Enhancement Program. 7:30am-5:30pm. Ages 7-12 & 13-16. Jackson Parks & Recreation Dept. You must provide your child’s own lunch, snack and transportation. Registration March 4. Information 601-960-0471.
March 17-21 Mon.-Fri.
Spring Break Basketball Camp. Pre-Registration required 601-924-6082, or visit www.clintonparksandrec.com
March 17-21 Mon.-Fri.
Spring Break Camp. 9am-3pm. Memphis Zoo. "Zooper Animals" are stronger than steel! Faster than a locomotive! Able to clear tall buildings in one leap! Animals are extraordinary, from dogs that find lost people to lizards that walk on water. Come explore the world of animal superheroes! Grades Pre-K-K, 1-2, and 3-6. Aftercare 3 to 5:30 p.m. $35/members per day & $45/nonmembers per day. Aftercare $10/members per day, $15/nonmembers per day. Call (901) 333-6765. Deadline March 11 to register.
March 17-24
JPS Spring Break and Easter Holiday.
March 20 Thursday
Recycling Basics. 7pm. Clinton Community Nature Center. John David Burns from the
Dept. of Environmental Quality will be the speaker for this month's nature lecture. All ages. Free. Call 601.926.1104 or visit www.clintonnaturecenter.org.
March 20-21 Thurs.-Fri.
Childcare & Babysitting Safety. 8am-3pm. St. Dominic’s HealthLine Wellness Center.
Cost is $40 per child. Call 601-200-4925 to register.
March 20 & 27 Thurs.
The Play Bettye’s Web. Mississippi Agriculture & Forestry Museum, Heritage Museum. 1150 Lakeland Dr. Reservations required. 601-713-3365 or 1-800-844-8687. www.MDAC.State.ms.us.
March 22 Saturday
Easter Egg Hunt. 12pm. Ages 5-10. Battlefield Park. Jackson Parks & Recreation Dept. & WJMI/WKXI Radio are the hosts.
March 22 Saturday
Easter Egg Hunt. 9am-12pm. Mississippi Agriculture & Forestry Museum. 1150 Lakeland Dr. 601-713-3365 or 1-800-844-8687. www.MDAC.State.ms.us.\
March 23 Sunday
Easter Sunrise Service. 7am. Mississippi Agriculture & Forestry Museum. 1150 Lakeland Dr. 601-713-3365 or 1-800-844-8687. www.MDAC.State.ms.us.\
March 23 Sunday
Kids Easter Party. 10-11:30am.Church Alive USA, 2475 Lakeland Drive.
Super Kids & Super Tots celebrate Easter Sunday kid-style while learning about Jesus’ resurrection. Games, snacks, treats, & more. FREE for preschoolers and elementary. Visit www.churchaliveusa.com for map. Call Cathy Dole 601-992-7000 or e-mail cathy.dole@churchaliveusa.com
March 24-April 5
Columbus Pilgrimage. Antebellum home tours, downtown walking tours and carriage rides. Call 800-327-2686 or visit www.historic-columbus.org.
March 27 Thursday
JPS Parent Academy. 6-8:15pm. Chastain Middle School, 4650 Manhattan Road. Learn more about the standardized state tests (MCT2 and SATP) given this spring and how you can help your child prepare for these tests. For more information or to pre-register, call 601-960-8972.
March 28-29 Fri.-Sat.
Gold in the Hills presented by Vicksburg Theatre Guild. 7:30 pm. Vicksburg Parkside Playhouse, 101 Iowa Ave. Hilarious melodrama. Tickets: $10 adults, $5 children (12 & younger). Call 601-636-0471, www.vicksburg.com/~gold
March 29 Saturday
CBA Fun Day. 9am-4pm. 601-924-6082, www.clintonparksandrec.com
March 29 Saturday
Infant Seat Safety Check. 12-2pm. St. Dominic Medical Mall. Call 601-200-6934 free.
March 29 Saturday
Brothers and Sisters-To-Be Class. 10-11am. St. Dominic Health Services. Call 601-200-6934 free.
March 29 Saturday
Boys to Men in SONG! 4pm. Parkway Heights United Methodist Church, 2420
Hardy St., Hattiesburg. Featuring the boys of Mississippi Boychoir and the Birmingham Boys Choir with men from the University of Southern Mississippi Choral Department.
March 29 Saturday
Walk for Babies. 9am. Madison Ridgeland Academy, 7601 Old Canton Road. 8am registration adults $15 and children under 12 $10. After the 2-mile fun walk, and wagon/stroller fun walk, there will be pizza, games and a terrific silent auction. All proceeds go to the Mississippi SIDS Alliance. For information or to register contact the MS SIDS Alliance at 601-362-0242, or www.ms-sids.org.
March 30 Sunday
Mississippi Boychoir Spring Concert. 3pm. Fondren Presbyterian Church, 3220 Old Canton Rd., Jackson. Auditions for membership are available after the concert.
For information, call 601-366-0579.
March 31 Monday
20th Annual Taste of Mississippi: Homegrown Hunger Relief. 7 pm. Highland Village. Now celebrating two decades as a Jackson-area favorite, the Taste of Mississippi will bring together 35 Mississippi chefs and fine restaurateurs to serve culinary treats. All proceeds from the event will benefit Stewpot Community Services, whose mission is to provide for the needs of the homeless, the poor, and the elderly and disabled in Jackson’s metro area. The cost of the event is $60 at the door. However, advance tickets are only $50 and may be purchased through the Taste of Mississippi web site, www.tasteofms.org, or by calling Stewpot at 601-353-2759.
Upcoming
April 2-5
Mississippi Children’s Education Fair (MCEF). Ms. Agriculture & Forestry Museum. Theme “The Wizard of Oz” exhibit is designed to help reduce the high school dropout rate by encouraging students to “Stay in School: Soar into the Future.” For field trip information call 601-981-5469. Open to the public on April 5.
April 26-27
Kidfest! Ridgeland. Circus Days in Ridgeland.
May 16-17 Fri.-Sat.
Annual Mississippi Home Educators’ Statewide Spring Conference. Visit www.mhea.net.
Exhibits and Ongoing Events
The Children's Museum of Memphis. Open 9 am-5 pm, Mon.-Sat., and 12-5 pm, Sun. 2525 Central Avenue, Memphis. A discovery museum for children, families and educators, designed to complement the school curriculum and encourage the curiosity and imagination of children through interactive programs and hands-on exhibits. . Admission: $7 children (1-12) and senior citizens (65+), $8 adults (13-64), and
free for museum members and children under one. Call 901-458-2678 or 901-320-3170. For a complete list of activities and coupons visit www.cmom.com.
Clinton Community Nature Center. 617 Dunton Road, Clinton Trails (non-paved) open daily 7 am until sunset. Price Hall opens 9 am-5 pm, Mon.-Fri. and 1-5 pm, Sat.-Sun. Stroll trails and see the butterfly garden, amphitheater, famous elephant tree, & gift shop and more. We offer field trips for school & home school groups. No food, pets, or smoking please. Register for Day Camps.601-926-1104 visit www.clintonnaturecenter.org.
Eudora Welty House Museum. 1119 Pinehurst, Jackson. The museum will be shown by reservation Wed.-Fri. 9am, 11am, 1pm, and 3pm. Admission $5 adults, $3 students, and children under six free. Group discounts available. Call 601-353-7762.
"Draw Near" Ladies Fellowship. First Baptist Church of Fannin (at the Reservoir).
Tues. 9:00am. Ladies of all ages are invited to join us for breakfast, Bible study,
mission/outreach opportunities. Childcare is available free of charge upon reservation. For information call Leigh-Anne Ainsworth 601-829-2350/540-7282 or the church office 601-829-1004.
The Florence-Richland Homeschool Group. A co-operative, support organization for families offering educational, recreational, and community ministry activities include weekly park days, spelling bees, holiday-themed parties, a yearbook staff, science fairs, talent shows, special events at a local nursing home, craft days, fieldtrips, and special activities for teenagers. All homeschooling families or those interested in educating at home are invited to participate. For more details, contact Elysa Harvey MacLellan at (601)845-3432 or jimelm@alltel.net .
Governor’s Mansion Tours. Tues.-Fri. 9:30, 10, 10:30 & 11am. 300 East Capitol Street. First occupied in 1842, the Mississippi Governor’s Mansion is the second-oldest continuously occupied governor’s residence in the United States. This Greek Revival structure was designed by state architect William Nichols, who also designed the Old Capitol. The Mansion was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1975. Free. Reservations are required for groups of ten or more. Call 601-359-6421. www.mdah.state.ms.us.
Jackson Audubon Society Family Bird Walk. 8-10 am, first Sat., monthly, except Dec. & Jan. Each walk led by an experienced JAS member. Look and listen for birds along the nature trails. Binoculars available for loan, call to reserve a pair. Children accompanied by adults welcome. $3 park admission. Call 601-956-7444 or visit website www.dreamwater.org/jxnaudubon
The Jackson Zoo. 9 am-5 pm. Admission: Friends of the Zoo free; children under 2 free; child 2-12 $3; adult 13+ $6; senior 65+ $5.40. Groups with 15 or more contact 601-352-2586 for special rates and reservations. Parking, Rides train, & Carousel $2. each. Strollers from $4-8. Call 601-352-2581.
Free Health Screenings at Lakeview Family Medical Clinic. 65 Lakeview Drive, Clinton. Tues. 5-7pm. & Thurs. 7-9am. Screenings include blood pressure, cholesterol and glucose. Kirby Orme, M.D., a family medicine practitioner on the medical staff at CMMC. No appointment is necessary. Contact the clinic at 601-924-1744.
The Little Light House. Volunteers needed. Tuition-free Christian Developmental Center for children age birth to six with special needs and developmental delays. Volunteer opportunities available, assist teachers with helping children in circle time, snack, lunch, and interacting one-on-one with the children in a supervised setting. Call 601-829-3446, or visit online to www.llhms.org.
Lynn Meadows Discovery Center. 246 Dolan Ave., Gulfport. One of the USA's top 50 children's museums is situated on six oak-filled acres in a renovated 1915 school. Visitors can cross a creek, touch a tornado, sort shrimp, crank a crane, tromp in treehouses and much more. Tue-Sat 10am-5pm. Admission $7. Call 228-897-6039 visit www.lmdc.org.
Manship House Museum. 9 am-4 pm, Tues.-Fri., 10 am-4 pm, Sat., 420 East Fortification St., Jackson. Free. Reservations required for groups of 10 or more. 601-961-4724.
The Memphis Zoo. Hours March-Oct.9am-6pm. Nov.-Feb.9am-5pm. 2000 Prentiss Place, Memphis. Admission price includes entrance to all exhibits, including giant pandas. $13 Adults (ages 12-59); $12 seniors (ages 60+); $8 children (ages 2-11); Children under age 2 admitted free. Parking $3 per vehicle / Memphis Zoo Members park free. Just to name a few of the zoo’s events, Saturday Zoo School for Preschool Students, Saturday Trekkers, & Homeschool workshops. Call 901-276-WILD or visit www.memphiszoo.org for a complete list of the Zoo’s events.
Mississippi Agriculture & Forestry Museum. 9 am-5 pm Mon.-Sat., 1150 Lakeland Dr. Walk through, learn about and enjoy the rich past and tradition that make Mississippi. 601-713-3365 or 1-800-844-8687. www.MDAC.State.ms.us.
Mississippi Museum of Art. 10 am-5 pm Mon.-Sat., 12-5 pm Sun. 201 E. Pascagoula St. $5 adults, $4 seniors, $3 ages 6 through college age, under 5 and MMA members free. Students are free on Trustmark Free Tuesdays and BlueCross Free Thursdays. Seniors 60+ free on BancorpSouth Senior Salute Mondays-first Mon. of each month. Visit www.msmuseumart.org. Special exhibition: Between God and Angels, Angels in Italian Art through Dec.
Mississippi Museum of Natural Science. 8 am-5 pm Mon.-Fri.; 9 am-5 pm Sat.; 1-5 pm Sun. LeFleur’s Bluff State Park. Admission to park and museum $5 adults, $4 seniors, and $3 children. Membership $35 individual or $65 family. 601-354-7303.
Current Exhibits:
Fish Feedings. 10 am, every Tues. and Fri.
Creature Features. 10am & 2pm, almost every Sat. Informal live or mounted animal programs.
Miss. Museum of Natural Science Lecture Series. 12-1pm, Rotwein Theater, First Tues. monthly. Free to Museum Foundation Members (please show card). Regular museum fee: $5 adults; $4 for seniors; $3 children.
Preschool Discovery Room. General Museum visitors: 1-4 pm Mon.-Fri; 9:30 am-12 pm & 1-4 pm Sat; 1-4 pm Sun. Hands-on discovery room designed for ages 3-pre K5 is open to general museum visitors. Topic for Group Classes in March: “Like Water? Live in a Marsh!” (a study of wetland animals) Children will note that many animals live in or near the water. They will understand the difference between fresh water and salt water and a marsh and a swamp. Open when a staff member or volunteer is available and schedule subject to change. Thirty minute classes are designed for groups of 10-16 children; class times are 9, 9:45, & 10:30am Mon.-Fri. Call Joan Elder for reservations, 601-351-7303 ext. 136.
Time for Twos. 1-4 pm, second Tues. monthly. Preschool Discovery Room reserved for 2-year-olds and their caregivers. Reservations not required.
Story Time. 1:15, 2:15, and 3:15 pm Wed. for children ages 3-5.
Mississippi Olde Time Music Society Jam Session. Clinton Visitor’s Center, 1300 Pinehaven Rd. Just off Natchez Trace Parkway milepost 89. First Sunday of every month.
Free. 601-924-2221.
Mississippi Petrified Forest. US Hwy 49 at Hwy 22, Flora. Open every day except Christmas. Earth Science Museum, nature trail, rock patio, picnic area, campgrounds and more. Adults $5, seniors & students $4, group rate available. Call 601-879-8189 or visit www.mspetrifiedforest.com.
Museum of Mississippi History Traveling Exhibits Program.
Due to the closure of the Old Capitol Museum, the museum division of the Mississippi Department of Archives and History has revamped its traveling exhibits program. Seven exhibits are available at this time, with several in development. For more information call 601-576-6927.
National Scrabble Association Club #427. 11 am. First & third Sat. monthly. South Hills Library, 515 West McDowell Rd., Jackson. Ages youth to senior adults. Call Juanita Washington, 662-746-6670; Danny Gatlin, 601-371-0096; or Gloria Scott, 601-355-6621.
New Stage Theatre. Reservations for its upcoming season of touring productions. These shows tour to elementary, middle and high schools as well as libraries and community centers. If interested in scheduling New Stage at your venue or for more information, please contact the Education Department at 601-948-3533, ext. 232 or
education@newstagetheatre.com.
Russell C. Davis Planetarium. 201 E. Pascagoula St., Jackson. Film and laser show admissions are Adult $6.50, Senior $5.50, Child 3-12 $4. Sky show admissions are Adult $5.50, Senior $4.50, Child 3-12 $3. Group and back-to-back discounts are available on all shows. Call 601-960-1550 or visit www.thedavisplanetarium.com . Programs, show times, and admission prices may change without notice.
Smith Robertson Museum & Culture Center. Jackson. Visit the permanent exhibits to learn more about black history. Mon.-Fri., 9 am-5 pm; Sat., 10 am-1 pm; Sun., 2-5pm. Admission: $4.50 adults, $1.50 children, $3 for seniors. For more information 601-960-1457.
Weekend Crafts Demonstrations. Saturdays. Mississippi craftsmen and artisans demonstrate their talents free to the public at the Chimneyville Crafts Gallery, Miss. Ag. & Forestry Museum. 601-981-2499. Also 10 am-4:30 pm Sat. and Sun. at the Miss. Crafts Center on the Natchez Trace in Ridgeland. 601-856-7546.
Sports
YMCA Sports Programs. Contact your local Y for details.
Jackson City Sports Programs. Contact City of Jackson Dept. of Parks & Recreation for details. 601-960-0471.
Clinton Parks & Recreation. Registration for variety of sports programs. Call 601-924-6082 or 601-925-1386 or visit www.clintonpartsandrec.com
Challenger League Softball. Clinton Parks & Recreation, registration M-F, 8am-5pm at Traceway Park, 200 Soccer Row. Clinton. Fee $10, late fee $20. Call 601-924-6082 or 601-925-1386 or visit www.clintonpartsandrec.com
Dance Instruction
Ballet Magnificat! School of the Arts. Classes in ballet and jazz. Ages 3-adult. Call 601-977-1001 or visit www.balletmagnificat.com.
Dance Program, Jackson Parks & Recreation. Classes at Champion Dance Center and Grove Park Comm. Center. Ballet, jazz, hip-hop, alternative dance. 601-960-1422 or 601-960-1807.
Fencing
Fencing Club. Ridgeland Recreation Center. Develop agility, strength, speed and cunning. Introductory and beginner classes at Ridgeland High School. Call David Williams 601-853-2027.
Martial Arts
Academy of Kung Fu. Ridgeland Recreation Center. Ongoing classes for ages 4-adult. $45. Call Trey Crake 601-856-5051 or visit www.academyofkungfu.com.
Karate. Children and adults. Visit www.jacksony.org or call 1-55 Y 601-948-3090; Reservoir Y 601-992-9118; Clinton Y 601-720-2915.
Jason Griffin TaeKwonDo Academy
Two locations in town-Brandon and Ridgeland. Serving the area for over 10 years! Classes available for ages 4-60. Call 601-977-9000 for more information! www.griffinstkd.com
Martial Arts. Judo with Dave Melton, Grove Park Community Center and Karate with Robert Lyles, Champion Gymnasium. Call Jackson Parks & Rec., 601-960-7407.
TaeKwondo. 10 am-12 pm, Saturdays, First Baptist Church, Jackson. Family Life Center. Free, except for uniform and belts. Call Glenn Odom, 601-961-5159.
Running
Mississippi Track Club. Walk or run your way into shape this year with the help of the family-friendly Miss. Track Club. 601-856-9884 or www.mstrackclub.com.
