Today

• 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.



Tuesday, Feb. 24

• 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. — AARP Tax-Aide volunteers will E-file taxes free for low and middle income taxpayers at the Salvation Army Activity Center, 120 6th Avenue (B Street and 6th Avenue). Bring a copy of your 2008 tax return, 2008 tax forms including property taxes paid, picture ID and Social Security cards for all family members. First come, first served. Call (601)692-2758.

• Noon — Womens Christian support group meeting for those whose loved ones suffer with alcohol and drug problems will meet at First Presbyterian Church, 905 23rd Avenue. Call Charlie at (601) 483-5927.

• 12:15 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.

• 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, Spanish for Children, Feb. 2-March 30, Webb Hall. Information: 601-482-7445.

• 6 p.m.—MCC Continuing Education Class, Investing in 2009, Feb. 3-24; Class meets on Tuesdays. 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.

• 6 p.m. — MCC Continuing Education Class, Ballroom Dance, Feb. 3-March 10; Class meets on Tuesdays. Webb Hall. Information: 601-482-7445

• 6 p.m. – 7 p.m. — National Alliance on Mental Illness Connection, a weekly support group will meet at College Park United Methodist Church, 1103 Highway 19 North. This meeting is open to adults living with mental illness. Call Gaynell Coleman at (601)693-4991.



Wednesday, Feb. 25

• 8:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Lamar School will host WOW (Welcome on Wednesdays) during the month of February. Prospective students and parents are invited to visit classes and tour the campus. Call (601)482-1345.

• 9 a.m.-noon — Tall Tales and Recollections at the Meridian Activity Center, 3300-32nd Avenue. Phone 601-681-8525 for information.

• 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, 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.



Thursday, Feb. 26

• 8 a.m. — MCC Continuing Education Class, Customer Service Training, Great Southern Room, Dulaney Room. Information: 601-482-7445.

• 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. — AARP Tax Aide volunteers will E-file taxes for free for low and middle income taxpayers at East Mississippi Electric Power Association, 2128 Highway 39 North. Bring a copy of 2007 tax return, 2008 tax forms including property taxes paid, picture ID and Social Security cards for all family members. First come, first served. Call (601)692-2758.

• 10 a.m. – Music and Sandy Ridge Bluegrass Park. Musicians and music lover are invited to play and hear music at Sandy Ridge Bluegrass Park behind Clarkdale School. Camper hook-ups are available. Information: (601)917-5014.

• 12:15 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.

• 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, Spanish for Children, Feb. 2-March 30, Webb Hall. Information: 601-482-7445.

• 6 p.m.—MCC Continuing Education Class, Photoshop CS3, Feb. 5-March 12, Class meets on Thursdays; 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.

• 6-10 p.m.—MCC Continuing Education Class, Welding, Feb. 5-April 16; Class meets on Thursdays. Ross Collins Career Center. Information: 601-482-7445.

• 7:15 p.m. — Gamblers Anonymous will meet at Highland Baptist Church parsonage, 3400 27th Street. Call David at (601)938-9193.

• 8 p.m. – Opening night of Meridian Little Theater’s Driving Miss Daisy. Tickets are $40 for the play and following party. Location: Meridian Little Theater, Hwy 39. Information and ticket purchasing: Box office (601)482- 6371 or www.meridianlittletheater.com.



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