Please e-mail all calendar briefs to calendar@themeridianstar.com. Calendar items are listed by date and it may take a while before an event submitted weeks in advance appears in the paper.

Tuesday, Aug. 29

• 10 a.m.-6 p.m. – H&R Block Open House, 1412 24th Ave. FMI: 601-405-2423.

• 10 a.m. – Baby/Toddler Lego Activity and Story Time at the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library.

• 4:30 p.m. – Chess Club at the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library.

Wednesday, Aug. 30

• Noon – A special called meeting of the Board of Trustees of Meridian Public School District will be held at Central Administrative Building, located at 1019 25th Ave.

• 4:30 p.m. – YA – 7th-12th grade Game Day Activity at the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library.

Thursday, Aug. 31

• 10 a.m. – EMBDC Grand Re-Opening Ribbon Cutting for Edward Jones Investments, 2514 River Birch Dr. Suite 100 A, Meridian.

• 1 p.m. – Bingo at the Meridian Activity Center.

• 4:30 p.m. – K-6th Grade Craft Activity at the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library.

Friday, Sept. 1

• VFW Post 79 Catfish Platter Sale. $10 per platter consisting of catfish, french fries, hushpuppies, and cole slaw. All business are welcome to order. Order five platters or more, we will deliver to your location. VFW POST 79, 5614 Old Highway 80 West, Meridian. FMI: 601-485-4042 or 601-490-5997.

• 10 a.m. – The EMBDC will have a ribbon cutting for the Grand Opening of State Farm Agency, 2207 8th St., Meridian.

• 3-6 p.m. – Agape Storehouse LFW Ministries, Inc. will have a Labor Day Fundraiser – Boston Butts or Rack of Ribs. Tickets $25. Pickup at Agape Storehouse Church Fellowship Hall., 4603 Highway 39 N. Homemade baked good also available for purchase on day of event.

Saturday, Sept. 2

• 8 a.m.-1 p.m. – Earth’s Bounty at Singing Brakeman Park. Fresh fruits, vegetables, honey, jams, jellies, breads, soaps, shrubs, flowers and more. FMI: Call 601-485-1944.

• 9:30 a.m. – Annual Scooba Day Barbecue and Horse Show – Scooba Riding Club Arena. Horse show begins at 10 a.m. Sign up begins at 9:30 a.m. Negative Coggins test papers must accompany all horses entering grounds. FMI: Jean Reed 601-562-5552 or Teresa Reynolds 01-527-9792.

• 11 a.m.-3 p.m. – The Meridian First Saturday Art Walk will be held in downtown Meridian. A variety of artists will exhibit at Dumont Plaza, the Meridian Museum of Art, the Brickhaus, and other downtown businesses. A wide variety of works including paintings, pottery, jewelry, photography, prints, and vintage assemblage will be on display. FMI: Go to the Meridian Art Walk Facebook page or call 985-516-3763.

• 12-6 p.m. – Meridian Community Blood Drive at Walgreens in North Hills. Donors will receive a T-shirt and a gift card (while supplies last). FMI: Visit us at msblood.com or call 888-902-5663.

• 3-10 p.m. – Cans For Kids Fundraiser for Christmas Program at the Frank Cochran Center. Jeff Holland Band, J.J. Hat Trick, Moment of Truth, Outlaw Radio, Richardson Road Band, Interstate 20-59. Food Vendor: Mr. James Barnett BBQ. Admission: Adults $10, Children under 12 free. Cash only. FMI: 601-513-0805 or 601-938-2122.

• 6 p.m. – VFW Post 79 will be hosting a Birthday Bash for our Commander till midnight with live music and dance. Free to the public. VFW Post 79, 5614 Old Highway 80 West. FMI: Steven Vinet at 601-490-5997 of the VFW Post at 601-485-4042.

• 7 p.m. – The “Wisecarvers” of Erwin, Tenn. will be in concert at Ebenezer Baptist Church, Newton. The church is located at 4442 Newton-Conehatta Road (5 miles North of Newton). A love offering will be received. FMI: 601-896-2249.

Sunday, Sept. 3

• 10:30 a.m. – Homecoming at Vardaman Baptist Church in Kemper County. Special music will be provided by Jami Meadows, Brandon Jones, and children. Former Pastor Bro. Josh Meadows will bring the message, followed by a covered dish lunch. FMI: 601-656-0031.

• 2 p.m. – Meridian Holiness Deliverance Church is having their Annual Church Anniversary and Homecoming Celebration. FMI: 601-483-5297 or 601-513-5956. deadline to RSVP is Aug. 27.

• 3 p.m. – Q.V. Sykes Labor Day Weekend Blues Festival featuring Lady T., Mr. Campbell, Nathaniel Kimble, LJ Echols, Avail Hollywood, Tyree Neal, King Russell, Dave Mack, and Katrenia Jefferson.

• 7 p.m. – Da Bomb 100.1 ZAPP and FRIENDS. Meridian Temple Theatre. FMI: Call 601-693-5353.

Wednesday, Sept. 6

• 9 a.m.-1 p.m. – ECPDD Area Agency on Aging presents Senior Awareness Program at the Tommy Dulaney Center. Free health screenings and more. There will be vendors, food, and door prizes. FMI: 1-800-264-2007.

• 11:30 a.m. – The monthly meeting of the Central Mississippi Chapter 1251 of NARFE (National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association) will meet at Ronnie’s Steak and Grill, 734 Pecan Ave., Philadelphia. FMI: 601-389-1946.

Thursday, Sept. 7

• 10 a.m. – Window Genie Ribbon Cutting at Dumont Plaza.

• 4:30-6 p.m. Lala Enterprises Business After Hours SEC Tailgating, 100 N. Frontage Road.

• 5 p.m. – The Meridian Chapter of Miss. Valley State University Alumni will have their meeting at the Council of Organization Building, 814-45th Avenue. We are asking all alumni in Meridian and surrounding counties to please attend as we begin to prepare for our upcoming events. FMI: 601-482-4559.

Friday, Sept. 8

• 1:30-3 p.m. – The Retired Educators of East Central MS will meet at the Meridian Activity Center, 3300 32nd Ave. Agenda includes refreshments and fellowship, guest speaker, and business session. All retired educators are invited to attend. FMI: Shirley Burton, 601-632-1361 or 601-479-7863.

Saturday, Sept. 9

• 2-4 p.m. – Book signing for Dan Talley, author of “The Stan” at Meridian Little Theatre. Sponsored by the Rose Hill Company. FMI: Call 601-479-2483.

• 2-10 p.m. – The International Singing Brakeman (TISBA) will be celebrating the birthday of Jimmie Rodgers at Red Roof Inn, Suite B, 2219 South Frontage Road. Please bring a dish to share. Admission is $5 per person. Come join us for lots of good music, good food and fellowship. FMI: Glyn Jones, 601-581-1601.

Monday, Sept. 11

• 5-7 p.m. – The City of Meridian Public Works Department has scheduled an open forum public meeting to discuss proposed pedestrian enhancements to Old US Highway West between Highway 19 and 71st Place. The meeting will take place at the Oakland Heights Elementary School Auditorium, 601 59th Ave., Meridian.

Tuesday, Sept. 12

• 10 a.m. – Vic’s Biscuits and Burgers Ribbon Cutting, 3125 8th St.

Thursday, Sept. 14

• 1:30-4:30 – The staff and residents of Bedford Care Center of Newton cordially invite you to an Open House to celebrate the grand opening of our Specialized Memory Care Unit “The Courtyard.” 1009 South Main St., Newton.

• 6:30-7:30 p.m. – VFW Post 79 monthly members meeting, along with the VFW Auxiliary.

Sunday, Sept. 17

• 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. – Revival Services at First Baptist Church in Marion. Dr. John Temple, speaker, and Bro. Chris Lee, Minister of Music. Church located at 5711 Clinton St. behind the Post Office in Marion. Come worship with us.