Tuesday, May 9

10 a.m. – Mother’s Day crafts at Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library for babies/toddlers.

2 p.m. – Telephone Pioneers will meet at Meridian Activity Center, 3300 32nd Ave. Bring a snack to share. FMI: Sandie 601-527-1197.

3:30-5:30 p.m. – Meridian Public School District Retirement Reception at MSU-Meridian Kahlmus Auditorium.

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

5 p.m. – Evening Comedy Event at Northcrest Baptist Church for Older Americans Month.

6 p.m. – JSU Meridian/Lauderdale Alumni Chapter Association will meet at the Council of Organizations Building.

Wednesday, May 10

1 p.m. – Military Officers of America Association, Meridian Chapter, will meet at Western Sizzlin.

2 p.m. – Pool tournament at Meridian Activity Center for Older Americans Month.

4:30 p.m. – STEM Activity for 7-12th graders at Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library.

Thursday, May 11

2 p.m. – Bingo at Meridian Activity Center for Older Americans Month.

4:30 p.m. – Mother’s Day crafts at Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library for grades K-6th.

4:30-6 p.m. – EMBDC Business After Hours at Mitchell Distributing, 100 49th Ave.

7:30 p.m. – The HillBenders present The Who’s Tommy: A Bluegrass Opry at MSU Riley Center. Tickets: 601-696-2200.

Friday, May 12

7-11 a.m. – Tenth annual Beignet Breakfast by Young Professionals of Meridian on Temple Theater front steps.

7 a.m.-2 p.m. – Make-A-Wish garage sale at 10165 Lynwood Drive, Tanglewood Estates. FMI: 601-483-8144.

7 p.m. – Lamar Graduation at First Baptist Church, Meridian.

Saturday, May 13

7 a.m.-2 p.m. – Make-A-Wish garage sale at 10165 Lynwood Dr., Tanglewood Estates. FMI: 601-483-8144.

8 a.m. – First Responder Softball Tournament at Northeast Softball Complex to benefit local Special Olympics. FMI: Deputy Kara Clark 601-934-5034.

9 a.m.-4 p.m. – Free youth mental health workshop at Mt. Olive Baptist Church, 544 James Chaney Drive. To register call 601-482-7415.

3 p.m. – Jasper County Branch NAACP meeting at New Prospect M. Baptist Church, 35 County Road 503274 in Rose Hill.

6:30 p.m. – 45th Annual Gospel Singing Jubilee featuring for The Hinson Family at Pearl Community Center, 2420 Old Brandon Road in Pearl. FMI: 601-906-0677.

Monday, May 15

7 p.m. – West Lauderdale Graduation on the football field.

Tuesday, May 16

10 a.m. – Parkinson’s Support Group will meet at Fifteenth Avenue Baptist Church. FMI: C.W. Rankin 601-604-1919.

1 p.m. – Bowling tournament at Family Bowl for Older Americans Month.

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

7 p.m. – Southeast Lauderdale Graduation at the Temple Theater.

7 p.m. – MCC Jazz Band to perform Spring Concert in McCain Theater.

Thursday, May 18

2 p.m. – Bingo at Meridian Activity Center for Older Americans Month.

2-3 p.m. – Genealogy meeting at Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library.

6 p.m. – The International Singing Brakeman Association (TISBA) will meet at Masonic Lodge, 2300 11th St. Bring covered dish/snack to share. Supper at 6:30 p.m. Admission: $5. FMI: Glyn Jones 601-581-1601.

6:30-8:30 p.m. – Shape Note Singing Workshop at MS Agriculture and Forestry Museum-Education Center, corner of I-55 and Lakeland, Jackson. Admission is free. FMI: 601-953-1094.

7 p.m. – Northeast Lauderdale Graduation on the football field.

7:30 p.m. – Union High Graduation on the football field.

Friday, May 19

2 p.m. – Cake Walk at Meridian Activity Center for Older Americans Month.

7 p.m. – Clarkdale Graduation on the football field.

7 p.m. – Russell Christian Academy Graduation at the school.

7 p.m. – Newton High Graduation on the football field.

7 p.m. – Quitman High Graduation on the football field.

8 p.m. – Newton County High Graduation on the football field.

8 p.m. – Kemper Academy Graduation on the football field.

7:30 p.m. – MSU Riley Center presents “Shadows of the 60’s: A Tribute to Motown.”

Saturday, May 20

8 a.m. – Registration for March of Dimes at Bonita Lakes. Walk starts at 9 a.m. FMI: Krissy Christian 601-416-9046.

10 a.m. – Dixon Day at Neshoba County Fairgrounds. Lunch served picnic style. FMI: Patsy Davis 601-656-3795.

Monday, May 22

2 p.m. – Patriotic Salute at Meridian Activity Center followed by Run for the Wall for Older Americans Month.

Tuesday, May 23

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

7 p.m. – Choctaw Central Graduation at Silverstar.

7 p.m. – Enterprise High Graduation on the football field.

Wednesday, May 24

6 p.m. – Smithsonian Traveling Exhibition Reception at Marengo County History & Archives Museum, Rosenbush Building, 101 North Walnut, Demopolis, Ala. FMI: 334-341-3439.

Thursday, May 25

2 p.m. – Bingo at Meridian Activity Center for Older Americans Month.

6 p.m. – Smithsonian Traveling Exhibition Opening Program with Keynote Speaker, Joseph McGill, at Marengo County History & Archives Museum, Rosenbush Building, 101 North Walnut, Demopolis, Ala. FMI: 334-341-3439.

7 p.m. – Philadelphia High Graduation at Neshoba County Coliseum.

Friday, May 26

8 a.m. – Senior Services Fair followed by Fish Fry at 11 a.m. at Frank Cochran Center for Older Americans Month.

10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. – Marion Shrine Club selling Rib Racks at Hamasa Shriners Building, 5516 Dale Drive in Marion. $18 per rack. Order by phone 601-693-1361 or 601-604-6356.

7 p.m. – Meridian High School Graduation at Ray Stadium.

7 p.m. – Kemper County Graduation in the gym.

7:30 p.m. – Neshoba Central Graduation at Neshoba County Coliseum.

Saturday, May 27

10 a.m.-3 p.m. – Sacred Harp Singing at Old Courthouse Museum, 1008 Cherry St., Vicksburg. Free event.

10 a.m.-4 p.m. – Sam Dale Day in Daleville at Sam Dale Memorial Park. FMI: Annie Perry 256-415-0700.

7-9 p.m. – Senior Gala at Frank Cochran Center for Older American Month. Admission free, ticket needed.

Sunday, May 28

10 a.m.-3 p.m. – Sacred Harp Singing at Old Courthouse Museum, 1008 Cherry St., Vicksburg. Free event.

Monday, May 29

10 a.m. – Memorial Day Celebration at Lauderdale County Courthouse. FMI: Jack Bonner 601-701-6706.

Tuesday, May 30

10 a.m. – Storytime at Meridian-Lauderdale Public Library for babies and toddlers.

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

Wednesday, May 31

3 p.m. – Candy Confession for 7-12th graders at Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library.