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.

F.Y.I.

• The Downtown Optimist Club of Meridian has announced its 2019 DTOC Junior Golf Program dates. If you would like your child to participate in the program, or if you want to volunteer call Will Carpenter, 601-693-9711 or Trey Hannah, 601-483-3355 or Anthony Thomas, 601-485-0894.

• Join us at Meridian Community College’s College4Kids June 3-June 7, and June 10-14. Online registration begins Sunday, March 24 at 2 p.m. Fun for all ages 6-12. Choose from over 30 classes, each class costs $60. For a complete list of classes offered this 2019 year, go to meridiancc.edu/college4kids. FMI: 601-482-7445.

• 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.

• 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 2nd 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. 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, June 1

• 9 a.m.-9 p.m. – Chunky River Raft Race & Festival – River Raft Race, 5 K Charity Float, Rubber Duck Race, Arts & Crafts, Kids Zone, Food & Drink, Event to benefit Alzheimer’s. For a full lineup of events, visit CHUNKYSHOALSFISHCAMP.COM.

• 1 p.m. – If you would like to be part of the first auditioned community pop acapella group to start in Meridian auditions will be held at Pleasant Hill, UMC. Prepare a 1-minute pop, rock, beatbox, or musical theatre song. Must sing acapella. Open to ages 13-19. FMI: Caleb Landrum, 601-527-3658 or caleb.landrum@gmail.com.

• 4-9 p.m. – Carol Merrill Academy of Dance presents CMA 20 Years at the Top Recital at the Historic Temple Theatre. Tickets are available online.

Monday, June 3

• 11 a.m.-2 p.m. – Opening of The Little Griddle, 811 Lindley Road, Marion (behind the Cefco). Hours M-F 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

• 10 a.m.-noon – Joint Camp in the Auditorium at Anderson Regional Medical Center for those scheduled for joint replacement surgery. Lunch is provided for the patient and caregiver. Call 601-553-6924 to make your reservation.

• 10 a.m.- 1 p.m. – Summer Reading Breakfast Blast Off Live D.J. – All ages. at the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library. Adult coloring at 11 a.m.

• 6-8 p.m. – Newborn Class in the Maternal/Newborn Education Center at Anderson Regional Medical Center. To reserve your spot call 601-553-6123. Big Brother/Big Sister Class going on at the same time and place (ages 12 and under).

Tuesday, June 4

• 10 a.m. – Baby/Toddler Space Painting Sheet at the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library – K-6 Solar System at 3 p.m – Chess Club meets at 4:30 p.m.

• Noon-1 p.m. – Lunch and Learn – Easing the Effects of Alcohol & Drug Withdrawal at Anderson Regional Medical Center. Call 601-703-8430 to reserve your spot.

• 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.

Wednesday, June 5

• 11:30 a.m. – The monthly meeting of the Central MS Chapter 1251 of NARFE (National Active and Retired Federal Employees) will be held at Ronnie’s Steak and Grill, 734 Pecan Ave., Philadelphia. All active and retired federal employees and spouses are invited to attend. FMI: 601-389-1946.

• 3 p.m. – Young Adults (7th-12th Grade) Oreo Moon Phase at the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library.

Thursday, June 6

• 3 p.m. – Movie for all ages, Spider-Man Into the Spider-Verse at the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library.

Friday, June 7

• 8 a.m.-1 p.m. – Chunky River Clean-Up at Chunky Shoals – float the river in search of trash or litter. Volunteers will be provided a meal at Chunky Shoals Fish Camp after the clean-up concludes. To register as a volunteer, please email emf.landtrust@yahoo.com or call 601-562-1150.

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: marsha1022@bellsouth.net; or cell phone, 601-480-5255.

• 12:30-2:30 p.m. – New Leaf Recovery Alumni Celebration at Alliance Health Center (behind the building in the newly remodeled Fellowship Hall next to Human Resources). Food, speakers, and fellowship. FMI: Contact Arthur Goodwin, Program Director, or Sherry Guillory, Alumni Coordinator, at 601-581-9949.

• 6:30 p.m. – The Blackwood Brothers Quartet & Guest: The Bibletones at the Historic Temple Theatre. Doors open at 5:30 – no tickets are needed. A $10 person donation will be collected at the door.

• 7 p.m. – The Raleigh Ringers ( Handbell Ringing) in Concert at the MSU Riley Center. $20, Adults – $15, Students. FMI: 601-595-0472 or email rrmeridianconcert@gmail.com.

Monday, June 10

• 11 a.m. – Adult DIY nebular Jar 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.

Tuesday, June 11

• 10 a.m. – Baby/Toddler Space Placemats at the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library – Presentation by D.A.R.E., all ages, 3 p.m. – Chess Club meets at 4:30 p.m.

• 6 p.m. – Boys & Girls Club of East Mississippi Gala Dinner at the Tommy Dulaney Center, Meridian Community College. Guest speaker will be Ole Miss Football Head Coach Matt Luke. FMI: 601-482-2544.

Wednesday, June 12

• 3 p.m. – Young Adults (7th-12th Grade) Tobacco Coalition Presentation at the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library.

Thursday, June 13

• 3 p.m. – Fire Truck Presentation for all ages at the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library.

• 7 p.m. – Union Day Miss/Mister Summertime Pageant will be held at the Union Mini Park on Bank St. The pageant is open to the public for a small admission at the gate. Children 1-12 are eligible to participate as contestants for a $10 entry fee. The dress is summertime attire (no swimsuits). Deadline for entry is Friday, June 7. FMI: 713-449-2628.

Friday, June 14

• 7 p.m. – Union Day Talent Showcase will be held at the downtown Union Mini Park. Participants must register and pay a $20 entry fee by Thursday, June 13. FMI: 713-449-2628.

Saturday, June 15

• 9 a.m.-4 p.m. – The Union Day street festival kicks off in the downtown mini-park with political speakers, entertainment with magician Todd Smith, booths with arts and crafts, retail merchandise, food items, kids zone, and food trucks. FMI: 713-449-2628.

• Noon-10 p.m. – Battle of the Bands at the historic Temple Theatre, hosted by Meridian Underground Music.

Monday, June 17

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

• 5:30-7 p.m. – There will be a Town Hall meeting in the Circuit Courtroom in Lauderdale County for Democrat Rep. Jay Hughes who is currently a Rep. from Oxford running for Lt. Governor.

• 6-8 p.m. – Infant CPR Class in the Maternal/Newborn Education Center at Anderson Regional Medical Center. Call 601-553-6123 to reserve your spot.

Tuesday, June 18

• 10 a.m. – Baby/Toddler Presentation by M.C.C. – Magic Show for all ages 3 p.m. – Chess Club meets at 4:30 p.m.

• 5:30-7 p.m. – Stroke Support Group Meeting at Anderson Regional Medical Center South Boardroom. FMI: Call Tom Maynor at 601-703-5477.

Wednesday, June 19

• 3 p.m. – Young Adults (7th-12th Grade) Space Sand Experiment at the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library.

Thursday, June 20

• The Lauderdale County an Clarke County Republican Women will hold a joint meeting on the second floor of Weidmann’s. There will be three guest speakers this month, Billy Adam Calvert, candidate for Mississippi House of Representatives Dist. 83, Erle E. “Bubby” Johnston, candidate for Mississippi Senate 33 and Senator Eugene S. Clarke, candidate for State Treasurer.

• 11:30 a.m. – The MAX Lunch Blues with RaShad The Blues Kid will be the lunchtime entertainment.

• 3 p.m. – Happy Smile Presentation for all ages at the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library – Genealogy meets from 2-3 p.m.

Monday, June 24

• 11 a.m. – Adult Space Themed Wheel of Fortune at the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library – NASA Presentation for all ages at 2:30 p.m.

Tuesday, June 25

• 10 a.m. – Baby/Toddler Paper Plate Alien at the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library – K-6 Galaxy Jar, 3 p.m. – Chess Club, 4:30 p.m.

• 5:30-7 p.m. – Alzheimer’s Support Group Meeting at Anderson Regional Medical Center South Boardroom. FMI: Call 601-703-5477.

Wednesday, June 26

• 3 p.m. – Young Adults (7th-12th Grade) Kahoot (Outer Space) at the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library.

Thursday, June 27

• 3 p.m. – Yarborough Educational Reptile Show for all ages at the Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library.

Friday, June 28

• 5-9 p.m. – NAS Meridian Freedom Fest-MCM-Meridian. The Mississippi Children’s Museum is bringing Imagination Playground to NAS Meridian for Freedom Fest. Live music, food vendors, and interactive play area and a fireworks extravaganza. This event is open to active duty military personnel, retirees, DoD civilians, and dependents. Admittance is free. Pets are not allowed.

Saturday, June 29

• 11 a.m.-4 p.m. – The National Council of Meridianites Convention and Picnic will celebrate its 53rd annual picnic at Highland Park.

Monday, July 1

• Childbirth classes in the Maternal/Newborn Education Center at Anderson Regional Medical Center. FMI: Call 601-553-6123 or 601-553-6126.

Tuesday, July 2

• 6-8 p.m. – Tobacco Cessation Class at Anderson Regional Medical Center. FMI: Call 601-485-5081.

Thursday, July 4

• Noon – Freedom Fest 2019 hosted by Causeyville Baseball Field and Community Club. The day will include a Miss Freedom Fest pageant, talent show, BBQ cook-off contest, games, inflatables, water slides, live music, and fireworks.

Monday, July 8

• 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.