Today

• 12:15 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. — Alcoholics Anonymous will meet at 3753 19th Street. Call (601)482-2498 or the 24 hour info/hotline at (601)527-6669.

• 3 p.m., MCC vs. Kaskaskia Community College. For information: Coach Chris Rose, 601-484-8670.

• 4 p.m.— MCC Continuing Education Class, Let’s Rock! Learn to Play the Guitar, Feb. 2-March 9, Webb Hall. Information: 601-482-7445.

• 5 p.m. —MCC Continuing Education Class, Cake Decorating Course 1, Feb. 2-23, Webb Hall. Information: 601-482-7445.

• 5 p.m. —MCC Continuing Education Class, Spanish for Children, Feb. 2-March 30, Webb Hall. Information: 601-482-7445.

• 6 p.m.—MCC Continuing Education Class, Fiction Writing: Element of Fiction II, Feb 5-26, Dulaney Room, Webb Hall. Information: 601-482-7445.

• 9 p.m. – Elks Mardi Gras Party. The Metropolitan Lodge and R.B. Matthew’s Temple invite the public to enjoy a festive Mardi Gras celebration. Guests will be treated with a bowl of Gumbo and prizes will be given for the best decorated hat. Location: Elk Lodge, 1433 34th Ave.



Saturday, Feb. 21

•10 a.m. – 12p.m. – Meridian Public School District Informational Session. Location: T.J. Harris Elementary Gymnasium 3951 12th St. Information: Amy Carter (601)482-8246.

•10 a.m. – Civil War Experience. A living history and memorial service showing what it would have been like to live during the Civil War and paying tribute to those who lost their lives in Clarke county. Location: Quitman’s National Guard Armory and Confederate Cemetery. Information: Aubrey Carlin (601) 678-5383.

•10:30 a.m. – Eliza Pillars Registered Nurses of Mississippi annual update. Registration cost is $20, includes CEU’s and lunch. All RN’s, LPN’s, students, and Health Care Professional Providers are encouraged to attend. Register by mail or on site. Location: Riley Education Building, 1102 Constitution Ave. Information: Linda Hodges (601)679-7317.

• 12:15 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. — Alcoholics Anonymous will meet at 3753 19th Street. Call (601)482-2498 or the 24 hour info/hotline at (601)527-6669.

• 1:30-3:30 p.m.: Dr. Ashley Miller has partnered with Petco to bring the public, discounted vaccinations. Come to Petco and your animal will receive a free check up with vaccine purchase. No office charges. Any questions, call Sandy at Petco 6

• 8:00p.m.—Meridian Symphony Orchestra plays a “Classical Mardi Gras Concert” at MSU Riley Center. Features the Carey Smith composition, “Suite No. 2 for Jazz Quintet and Orchestra”. Also Mardi Gras, Creole, and Mississippi River themes from composers Grofe, Proto, and Gottschalk. Fun for the entire family. Pre-Concert Lecture at 7:00 P.M. Tickets at MSU RileyCenter Box Office –601-696-2200.

• 9 a.m. – noon — Why does my computer hate me? Special problems and internet refresher class at Meridian Activity Center, 3300-32nd Avenue. Phone 601-485-1812 for information.

• 2 p.m. — MCC Basketball; MCC Lady Eagles vs. Hanceville, Graham Gymnasium. Information: Coach Hilary Allen, 601-484-8699.

• 4 p.m.— MCC Continuing Education Class, Let’s Rock! Learn to Play the Guitar, Feb. 2-March 9, Webb Hall. Information: 601-482-7445.

• 5 p.m. —MCC Continuing Education Class, Cake Decorating Course 1, Feb. 2-23, Webb Hall. Information: 601-482-7445.

• 5 p.m. —MCC Continuing Education Class, Spanish for Children, Feb. 2-March 30, Webb Hall. Information: 601-482-7445.

• 6 p.m.—MCC Continuing Education Class, Fiction Writing: Element of Fiction II, Feb 5-26, Dulaney Room, Webb Hall. Information: 601-482-7445.

• 1 p.m. – The Lauderdale Cemetery Association will be meeting at the Lauderdale Cemetery. All interested persons are urged to attend. For additional information call (601)482-4800.



Sunday, Feb. 22

• 9 a.m., 5:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. — Alcoholics Anonymous will meet at 3753 19th Street. Call (601)482-2498 or the 24 hour info/hotline at (601)527-6669.

• noon, MCC vs. Kaskaskia Community College; Scaggs Field. For information: Coach Chris Rose, 601-484-8670.

• 4 p.m. – Black History Program. R.B. Matthews Temple No. 739 will host its annual black history program at the Elks Metropolitan Lodge, 1423 34th Ave. Refreshments will be served. Information: (601)483-0413.

• 4 p.m.— MCC Continuing Education Class, Let’s Rock! Learn to Play the Guitar, Feb. 2-March 9, Webb Hall. Information: 601-482-7445.

• 5 p.m. —MCC Continuing Education Class, Cake Decorating Course 1, Feb. 2-23, Webb Hall. Information: 601-482-7445.

• 5 p.m. —MCC Continuing Education Class, Spanish for Children, Feb. 2-March 30, Webb Hall. Information: 601-482-7445.

• 6 p.m.—MCC Continuing Education Class, Fiction Writing: Element of Fiction II, Feb 5-26, Dulaney Room, Webb Hall. Information: 601-482-7445.



Monday, Feb. 23

• 12:15 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. — Alcoholics Anonymous will meet at 3753 19th Street. Call (601)482-2498 or the 24 hour info/hotline at (601)527-6669.

• 4 p.m.— MCC Continuing Education Class, Let’s Rock! Learn to Play the Guitar, Feb. 2-March 9, Webb Hall. Information: 601-482-7445.

• 5 p.m. —MCC Continuing Education Class, Cake Decorating Course 1, Feb. 2-23, Webb Hall. Information: 601-482-7445.

• 5 p.m. —MCC Continuing Education Class, Spanish for Children, Feb. 2-March 30, Webb Hall. Information: 601-482-7445.

• 5:30 p.m.—MCC Continuing Education Class, Sewing, Feb. 2-March 9; Class meets on Mondays. Webb Hall. Information: 601-482-7445.

• 6 p.m. – Meridian Lodge No. 38 Meeting. District meeting at lodge home, eat at 6 p.m. Location: 2300 11th St. Information: Ken Johnson (601)482-1279.

• 6 p.m.—MCC Continuing Education Class, Fiction Writing: Element of Fiction II, Feb 5-26, Dulaney Room, Webb Hall. Information: 601-482-7445.

• 6 p.m.—MCC Continuing Education Class, Stained Glass, Feb. 2-March 9; Class meets on Mondays. Webb Hall. Information: 601-482-7445.



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