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.

Friday, Sept. 1

• 9 a.m.-5 p.m. – Hamasa Boiled Peanuts – $8 for 3 pounds. At the famous Hamasa P-Nut Shed, 5516 Dale Drive, Marion. Call for pre-order 601-693-1361 or e-mail hamasashriners@comcast.net.

• 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 a.m.-5 p.m. – Hamasa Boiled Peanuts – $8 for 3 pounds. At the famous Hamasa P-Nut Shed, 5516 Dale Drive, Marion. Call for pre-order 601-693-1361 or e-mail hamasashriners@comcast.net.

• 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.

• 9:45 a.m.-6 p.m. – Hickory Pick’N Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting, 9560 MS-503, Hickory, MS. Several activities for kids and adults. Will have everything from food truck, snow biz, special guests and more! Appearance by reality TV personality, John Henry Berry, mayor of D’Lo, Miss. FMI: 601-357-5053.

• 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.

• 5 p.m. – Life & Love Missing Persons Support Group Presents “Brother to Brother Love.” A celebration of men coming together in peace, love, and unity at Highland Park (bandstand). Free school supplies, prizes, games, food, music, and vendors. Women are also welcome. Children recreation at 4-5 p.m. FMI: Contact Tabitha Jone 601-616-8825.

• 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.

Monday, Sept. 4

• 10 a.m. – The EMBDC will have a ribbon cutting to celebrate the new ownership of Meridian Livestock.

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

• 9:30 a.m. – United Way of East Mississippi 2017-2018 Campaign Kickoff. Royal United Artist Cinema, 1680 Bonita Lakes Drive, Meridian. Be the first to see a sneak peak of the trailer for the new Star Wars film during the kickoff meeting.

• 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 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.

Sunday, Sept. 10

• 6 p.m. – Jeff and Sherri Easter will be in concert at Salem Baptist church, 2380 Salem Road, Lake, Miss. Everyone is invited to attend. FMI: Call 601-775-8272.

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.

Friday, Sept. 15

• 8 a.m.-5 p.m. – The eighth annual Mississippi Gourd Festival will be held in Raleigh, at the Smith County Ag Complex, just off Highway 35 South, on SCR 77. FMI: www.mississippigourdsociety.org.

Saturday, Sept. 16

• 8 a.m.-5 p.m. – The eighth annual Mississippi Gourd Festival will be held in Raleigh, at the Smith County Ag Complex, just off Highway 35 South, on SCR 77. FMI: www.mississippigourdsociety.org.

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.

Monday, Sept. 18

• 6:30 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.

Tuesday, Sept. 19

• 10 a.m. – State Farm on Poplar Springs Ribbon Cutting, 5001 Poplar Springs Dr. Suite B.

• 6:30 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.

Wednesday, Sept. 20

• 6:30 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.

Friday, Sept. 22

• 8:30 a.m.-1p.m. – EMBDC Golf Classic Northwood Country Club. You can register at www.embdc.org. Tee times are available for 8:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.

Saturday, Sept. 23

• 9 a.m. – Marion Shrine Club 5K Run will be at the Hamasa Shrine Temple, 5516 Dale Dr. in Marion. Late registration and packet pickup at 7:30 a.m. Registration includes a T-shirt. Registration $25. Register online at www.marionshrineclub5K.com or mail your form with check/money order made out to Marion Shrine Club. FMI: Contact Ken Burns 601-604-1711 – Benny Egler 601-480-2412 or the Hamasa Office 601-693-1361. Proceeds are for the benefit of the Marion Shrine Club.

• 2 p.m. – MSU Riley Center presents “How I Became a Pirate,” the musical Family Show that leads off the MSU Riley Center’s 2017-2018 Fall/Winter Performing Arts Series. Crafted especially for kindergarteners through fifth-graders. Tickets are $20 for adults and $12 for students or $35 each for the Family Series package at the MSU Riley Center Box Office, which is open 9a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday. 601-696-2200.

Tuesday, Sept. 26

• 2-4 p.m. – EMBDC Ribbon Cutting and Open House, 200 22nd Ave.

Friday, Sept. 29

• 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. -The 30th annual Mississippi Pecan Festival in Richton. GPS address: 510 Wiingate Road, Beaumont, MS 39423. Admission $10, children 4 and under free. All weekend events: Broom making demo, farming demo’s, arts and crafts booth, food vendors, lye soap demo, home-made biscuits, butter churning and more. If you are interested in booths or contests, please call 601-964-8222 or visit our website.

Saturday, Sept.30

• 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. – The 30th annual Mississippi Pecan Festival in Richton. GPS address: 510 Wiingate Road, Beaumont, MS 39423. Admission $10, children 4 and under free. All week-end events: Broom making demo, farming demo’s, arts and crafts booth, food vendors, lye soap demo, home-made biscuits, butter churning and more. If you are interested in booths or contests, please call 601-964-8222 or visit our website.

• 9 a.m.-4 p.m. – 27th annual Clarke County Forestry and Wildlife Festival at Archusa Water Park in Quitman. The event will include a Car and Truck Show, Kiddie-Land with new and exciting games, Arts and Crafts, live entertainment, bass tournament, equipment displays, a Mr. and Miss Clarke County pageant, and lots of food.

• 7-9 p.m. – Eight annual Rose Hill Cemetery Costumed Tour by lantern light (last line forms at 8:30 p.m.) We will introduce four new stories in addition to the superstar stories already on tour. FMI: Call 601-479-283 or 601-692-5213 or 601-934-9311.