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F.Y.I.

• St. Patrick School’s registration for the 2019-2020 school year is underway. Please call 601-482-6044 for more information or to schedule a tour, or visit our website at www.stpatrickcatholicschool.org.

• Marion Shrine Club Barbeque Pork Ribs, Friday, May 24, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Pick up at Hamasa Shrine Temple, 5516 Dale Dr., Marion. Delivery to local businesses available. 601-693-1361. Only $20 per rack.

• The veterans food pantry is still open to all honorably discharged veterans and widows of veterans at the DAV Bldg. 4101 19th St. Open Tuesday-Thursday from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. POC Patti Lindner at 601-485-1813.

• The Multi-County Community Service Agency, Inc. provides transportation to Fresenius Dialysis on Highway 39 in Meridian and transportation to MIDD on College Dr. in Meridian, Monday-Saturday from 5:30 a.m.-5 p.m. FMI: Please contact Delphine Gaines, Transportation Coordinator, at 601-934-1911 Cell; 601-485-1214 Office; or 601-483-4838 Leave a message.

• Eden Foundation, an outreach to the community. The crisis hotline is available 24 hours a day 601-453-4946.

• Lauderdale County Veteran Service Office at 1827 23rd Ave. is open from 8 a.m.- 4:30 p.m., Monday-Thursday and 8-11 a.m. on Friday. Call for appointment. Walk-ins welcome. FMI: Jesse Barnett 601-482-9811.

• Lunch Bunch AA meets at Firehouse, 3753 19th Street Monday-Saturday, 12:15-12:45 p.m.

• VFW Post 79 – Monthly Post members meetings are every second Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. along with the VFW Auxiliary. We want to announce that we do rent our facility for wedding’s, birthday parties, anniversaries, etc. Rental fees: $250 plus $45 clean up fee for main hall and $75 plus $45 clean up fee for Auxiliary room. We also have a large outdoor area with a covered grilling gazebo with wood burning grills. FMI: Michael Alexander Commander at Post, 601-485-4042, or cell, 601-604-1496 and David Davis Adjutant/Quartermaster at Post, 601-485-4042 or cell, 601-604-0027.

• Happy Hour AA meets at Firehouse daily from 5:30-6:30, 3753 19th Street.

• Big Book AA meets at Alliance, 5000 Highway 39 North Sunday-Thursday from 6:30-7:30 p.m. – Friday/Sunday, 5:30-6:30 p.m., and Friday/Saturday from 7:30-8:30 p.m.

• Quitman Serenity AA meets Tuesday/Thursday 7-8 p.m. and 11 a.m.-12 p.m. on Saturday at 205 Kirkland Drive.

Weekly:

Monday

• Noon-1 p.m. – The Diabetes Prayer and Support Group meets the second Monday of every month in the private dining room hospital cafeteria at Rush Foundation Hospital. Bring your lunch. The next meeting will be Jan. 14. FMI: Contact Debbie Lane RN at 601-703-9681. debbie.lane@rushhealth.com.

• Noon – The Meridian First Ladies Civitan Club meets every second and fourth Monday of each month at noon in the Rush Hospital Private Dining Room on the third floor.

• 12:15 p.m. – The Queen City Duplicate Bridge Club meets every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday at the Meridian Activity Center. FMI: 601-479-4925.

• 5:30-8 p.m. – Civil Air Patrol MS 102 Composite Squadron at Key Field ANG Base. FMI: georgetpurvis@gmail.com or www.facebook.com/montgomerycompositesquadron.

• 6 p.m. – The Lauderdale County Democratic Party meets on the first Monday of each month through July at the Lauderdale County Courthouse Annex. FMI: 601-880-9591.

• 6:30-8 p.m., Monday, Celebrate Recovery group meets at NorthPark Church, 7770 Highway 39 North. FMI: 601-482-1322 or www.facebook.com/northparkchurch.net.

Tuesday

• 12 p.m. – Meridian Civitan Club meets in the Rush Hospital Private Dining Room. (except every fifth Tuesday), FMI: 601-938-6409.

• 12 p.m. – Meridian Exchange Club meets at Red Lobster. FMI: 601-479-3954.

• 12 p.m. – Meridian Downtown Optimist Club meets at Western Sizzlin’. FMI: 601-693-2336.

• 12:45 p.m. – The Queen City Duplicate Bridge Club meets every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday at the Meridian Activity Center. FMI: 601-479-4925.

• 12-1 p.m., Tuesdays, Refuge Christian Recovery, a meeting for women whose loved ones suffer from alcohol and drugs, meets at First Presbyterian Church, Founders Room, 905 23rd Ave. FMI: Charlie 601-917-6277.

• 5:30 p.m. Rotary Club of East Mississippi – Meets the 1st and 3rd Tuesday each month at The Daily Grind.

• 5-6:30 p.m. – NAMI Meridian would like to invite any adult diagnosed with a mental illness to join the Connection Support Group at the Wesley House Community Center, 1520 8th Ave. NAMI stands for National Alliance on Mental Illness and is a non-profit organization dedicated to educating and supporting those living with mental illness and their families. A Family Support Group meets the second Tuesday of each month at the same time and place. FMI: Call 601-917-1474 or 601-527-3734. NAMI Meridian Affiliate’s email address is namimeridian@gmail.com and mailing address is PO Box 8563, Meridian, MS 39303.

• 5:30-6:30 p.m., Tuesday/Thursday, Al-Anon meetings at Firehouse, 3753 19th St.

• 6:30 p.m., 3rd Tuesday of the month, Disabled American Veterans Ch. 56 meets at 4101 19th St. Food pantry available 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday. FMI: Commander Dan Ward 601-485-1813.

Thursday

• 11:30 a.m. – Meridian Lions Club meets at Rush Hospital Cafeteria. FMI: 662-693-1103.

• 12:45 p.m. – The Queen City Duplicate Bridge Club meets every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday at the Meridian Activity Center. FMI: 601-479-4925.

• 6 p.m. – Thursday Vino and Van Gogh meet at the Meridian Museum of Art. FMI: 601-693-1501.

• 5:30 p.m., 2nd Thursday of the month, American Legion Post 257 meets at Temple Theater Ballroom. Fellowship followed by a meeting of both the Legion and Auxiliary. FMI: David Sloan 601-481-3949.

Friday

• Longino Center Dance, Pecan Ave. behind Longino Fire Department in Philadelphia, open every Friday/Saturday night from 8 p.m.-12 a.m. Admission $8. Live music, free cokes/water, family atmosphere. FMI: Sam 601-728-0313.

Daily:

Saturday, May 4

• 8 a.m. – Return of Meridian Art Walk to Union Station – music, arts, and community. Meet local artists and get a preview of Rose Hill Cemetery Tours 10th Anniversary Tour. Jimmie Rodgers Talent Competition at Singing Brakeman Park during Earth’s Bounty Farmer’s Market.

• 8 a.m.-1 p.m. – Spring Plant Sale by East Mississippi Master Gardeners at the Farmer’s Market on Front St. and 18th Ave. Plants are all locally grown. FMI: 601-485-8096.

• 8:45 a.m.-2:30 p.m. – 30th annual Collinsville Lively Arts Festival. A homecoming with political speakers, musical entertainment throughout the day, dance performances, craft, and food vendors.

• 9 a.m.-5 p.m. – Mississippi Day – Leland at The MAX, honoring Jim Henson’s hometown. The last opportunity to celebrate the creative genius of Jim Henson with the Jim Henson Exhibition: Imagination Unlimited. Free refreshments, a free photo booth, and door prizes. FMI: 601-581-1550.

• 2 p.m. – Steve Forbert: Walk of Fame plus Book Signing. Forbert’s star will be unveiled on 22nd Ave. near Weidmann’s. Free and open to the public. Forbert will be signing Big City Cat in The MAX museum store, copies will be available for purchase following the Walk of Fame star installation ceremony.

• 7 p.m. – Steve Forbert Live with Paul Burch at the Temple Theatre. Tickets on sale now: $15 and $20 day of show.

Sunday, May 5

• 2 p.m. – The Meridian Community College Concert Band will be performing their annual spring concert in the MCC McCain Theatre. This year’s theme will be the 75th Anniversary of the Invasion of Normandy.

Monday, May 6

• 11 a.m. – Adult Coloring at the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library.

Tuesday, May 7

• 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. – An AARP Driving Class will be held at the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) office, located at 4817 North Park Dr. Suite B. To register for this class call, 601-482-0512. AARP members $15, non-members $20, age 55 and older. Good for three years, plus discount on insurance.

• 10 a.m. – Baby/Toddler Mother’s Day Craft at the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library. Chess Club meets at 4:30 p.m.

Wednesday, May 8

• 4:30 p.m. – Young Adults (7th-12th Grade) Keychain for Mom at the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library.

Thursday, May 9

• 11:30 a.m. – Multi-County Community Service Agency will have its annual luncheon for Foster Grandparent Volunteers at the Mt. Barton Building (On the Grounds of MCCSA), 2906A Saint Paul St., Meridian.

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

• 5:30 p.m. – The Mississippi Council of the Navy League will host its 10th annual “Wings & Tails” event at the historic Key Bros. Hangar at the Meridian Regional Airport – MEI. This fundraiser is to help fund support of NAS Meridian and its military members who serve there. Live music, civilian and antique airplanes, motorcycles, delicious food (including shrimp, potatoes, corn, catfish and chicken wings!), drinks, and a great time. Social hour begins at 5:30 p.m. and dinner is served at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased in advance or at the door.

• 7 p.m. – Production of Mamma Mia at the Meridian Little Theatre. Tickets are $22/$20. First nighter’s show and cocktail reception tickets are $50. For tickets call the box office M-F 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at 601-482-6371.

Friday, May 10

• 7 p.m. – Production of Mamma Mia at the Meridian Little Theatre. Tickets are $22/$20. First nighter’s show and cocktail reception tickets are $50. For tickets call the box office M-F 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at 601-482-6371.

Saturday, May 11

• 7 p.m. – Production of Mamma Mia at the Meridian Little Theatre. Tickets are $22/$20. First nighter’s show and cocktail reception tickets are $50. For tickets call the box office M-F 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at 601-482-6371.

Sunday, May 12

• 2 p.m. – Production of Mamma Mia at the Meridian Little Theatre. Tickets are $22/$20. First nighter’s show and cocktail reception tickets are $50. For tickets call the box office M-F 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at 601-482-6371.

Monday, May 13

• 11 a.m. – Adult DIY Journals at the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library.

• Noon-1 p.m. – The Diabetes Prayer and Support Group meets the second Monday of every month in the private dining room hospital cafeteria at Rush Foundation Hospital. Bring your lunch. FMI: Contact Debbie Lane RN at 601-703-9681. debbie.lane@rushhealth.com.

• 7 p.m. – Production of Mamma Mia at the Meridian Little Theatre. Tickets are $22/$20. First nighter’s show and cocktail reception tickets are $50. For tickets call the box office M-F 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at 601-482-6371.

Tuesday, May 14

• 10 a.m. – Baby/Toddler Transportation Craft at the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library. Chess Club meets at 4:30 p.m.

• 6 p.m. – The Mississippi Department of Human Services, Division of Youth Services, will have a community forum at the Lauderdale County Department of Human Services, 5224 Vally St., Meridian. FMI: 601-483-3961.

• 6:30 p.m. – The Tuxedo Neighborhood Watch Group will meet at Parables Church, 801 C St. (open meeting). Meets bi-monthly on the 2nd Tuesday of the month.

• 7 p.m. – Production of Mamma Mia at the Meridian Little Theatre. Tickets are $22/$20. First nighter’s show and cocktail reception tickets are $50. For tickets call the box office M-F 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at 601-482-6371.

Wednesday, May 15

• 4:30 p.m. – Young Adults (7th-12th Grade) STEM (Marshmallow Challenge) at the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library.

Thursday, May 16

• 11:30 a.m. – The Lauderdale County Republican Women will hold their monthly meeting on the second floor of Weidmann’s Restaurant with guest speaker Bill Waller Jr., candidate for Governor of Mississippi.

• 4:30 p.m. – K-6th Grade STEM (Balloon Cars) at the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library. Genealogy meets from 2-3 p.m.

• 6 p.m. – The International Singing Brakeman Association (TISBA) Hospitality Night will be at The Red Roof Inn, Suite B, located at 2219 South Frontage Rd. Please bring a dish to share. We will eat at 6:30 p.m. Admission is $5 per person. FMI: Glyn Jones, 601-581-1601.

• 7 p.m. – Chonda Pierce: Still Laughing Tour with Karyn Williams at Northcrest Baptist Church. Doors open at 6:15. Tickets $25-$49.50, www.ticketfly.com.

Saturday, May 18

• 10 a.m. – Dixon Day will be held at the Neshoba County Fairgrounds. Lunch will be served picnic style. All former students, teachers, families, friends, and neighbors are invited to attend. FMI: Call Patsy Davis, 601-656-3795.

• 10 a.m.-3 p.m. – Standing Together Against Cancer at Archusa Water Park in Quitman. The Cancer Survivor Reception begins at 10 a.m. The event starts at 11 a.m. and features entertainment and a wide variety of food available for purchase. FMI: Contact Troy Dew, 601-486-3795 or Verlynn Robinson, 601-527-0239.

Monday, May 20

• 11 a.m. – Adult DIY Spring Wreaths at the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library. Summer Reading Registration Begins (May 20-June 3).

Tuesday, May 21

• 10 a.m. – Baby/Toddler Patriotic Bug Craft at the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library. Chess Club meets at 4:30 p.m.

Wednesday, May 22

• 4:30 p.m. – Young Adults (7th-12th Grade) Game Day at the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library.

Thursday, May 23

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

• 7:30 p.m. – MSU Riley Center’s 2019 Spring/Summer Performing Arts Series presents America. Tickets on sale at the MSU Riley Center Box Office, 601-696-2200 and on the website, www.msurileycenter.com. $64, $58.

Friday, May 24

• 10 a.m.-3 p.m. – Marion Shrine Club Barbeque Pork Ribs, only $20 per rack. Pick up at Hamasa Shrine Temple, 5516 Dale Dr., Marion. Delivery to local businesses available. 601-693-1361.

Saturday, May 25

• 3:30 p.m. – Friends will gather at Sandy Ridge Bluegrass Park for a day of fellowship, food, picking and grinning. Bring a covered dish for supper at 6 p.m. then hang around for some bluegrass music with possible banjo, mandolin, guitar, and fiddle players. FMI: 601-644-3701. Admission is free. Clarkdale School first road to the right, go down 3 or 4 miles CR 358.

Monday, May 27

• 10 a.m. – Memorial Day Ceremony at the Lauderdale County Courthouse, West Lawn. Guest speaker will be Capt. Brian S. Horstman, Commanding Officer Naval Air Station, Meridian. FMI: 601-483-6984.

Tuesday, May 28

• 10 a.m. – Baby/Toddler Spring Time Flowers Craft at the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library. Chess Club meets at 4:30 p.m.

Wednesday, May 29

• 4:30 p.m. – Young Adults (7th-12th Grade) DIY Pop Tart Pillow at the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library.

Thursday, May 30

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

• 7:30 p.m. – MSU Riley Center’s 2019 Spring/Summer Performing Arts Series presents The Reduced Shakespeare Company in the complete works of William Shakespeare. Three actors smush all 37 of Shakespeare’s plays into 97 minutes of hilarity. Tickets on sale at the MSU Riley Center Box Office, 601-696-2200 and on the website, www.msurileycenter.com.

Tuesday, June 4

• 7:30 p.m. – MSU Riley Center’s 2019 Spring/Summer Performing Arts Series presents a night with The Righteous Brothers – Bill Medley and Bucky Heard. Tickets on sale at the MSU Riley Center Box Office, 601-696-2200 and on the website, www.msurileycenter.com. $64, $58.

Saturday, June 8

• 8 a.m. – 3rd Annual Clarkco State Park Lake Run. All proceeds will go to Friends of Clarkco State Park to fund projects at the park, and to Comfort Creatures Clarke County to help homeless animals. FMI and to register call: 601-917-1441 or 601-480-5255.

Monday, June 10

• Noon-1 p.m. – The Diabetes Prayer and Support Group meets the second Monday of every month in the private dining room hospital cafeteria at Rush Foundation Hospital. Bring your lunch. FMI: Contact Debbie Lane RN at 601-703-9681. debbie.lane@rushhealth.com.