Calendar
of Events 2009 / 2010: Pike County Mississippi
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Community Choir Practice Dates * Come Sing Together Community
for Immaculee Illibagiza “Left to Tell” Event
Remaining Practice Dates: Jan. 6, 13, 6p
Location: See Below
Contact: Terrance Alexander, 601.783.2312
Oct. 21 @ Assembly of God, 718 Hart Rd.; Nov. 18 @ St. Matthew COGIC, 9046 Hwy 98; Dec. 16 @ Centenary United Methodist, 512 Delaware; Jan 6, 13 @ Southwest Auditorium. Event scheduled for January 18, 2009
Harlem Ambassadors Tour visiting the McComb Area
February 3, 6p
Location: Southwest Mississippi Community College Gymnasium
Contact: Summit Rotary Club
Tickets: Advance: $5 Students; $7 Adults Door: $6 Students; $8 Adults
In addition to their basketball show, the group will present a highly-regard 30-45 minute assembly program “Stay in School, Stay Off Drugs” at local schools, tba. www.harlemambassadors.com
PPESA Meeting (Pastors Parents Educational Support Assn)
January 12, 2009, 10:30a-11:30a
Location: McComb Sports Park
Contact: 601-684-8664, ext. 106
Special presentation by ASU Cooperative Ext., Anthony Reed, ASU Small Farm Center (Small Farm Loans). Food Served. All Pastors, Educators, Community Leaders, Concerned Parents Invited. An Initiative of Mayor Zach Patterson . Presentations from the Mayor's Office, McComb School District , and Community
Flag Football Registration * McComb Recreation Dept.
Registration: Jan. 12-17 & 19-23, 8a-5:30p and Sat., Jan. 17, 9a-1p
Location: McComb Sports Park , 701 S. Magnolia St. , McComb
Contact: 601-684-3056 or 684-3066
Fee applied for late registration. Co-Ed, Ages 18-29 & 30+. Valid ID required. $40 per person or $500 per team (10 player min/15 player max). Games will be played on Saturdays. No call in registrations allowed.
Annual Landscape Workshop * Keep Pike County Beautiful
January 15, 9a-11a Classroom Training; 11a-3p Field Training
Location: MDOT Auditorium
Contact: Suzanne Womble, KPCB Coordinator 601-249-4694
RSVP by Friday, January 9
Keynote Speaker: Jeff McManus, Director of Landscape Services, Golf, and Airport Operations at the University of Mississippi. LINK
The topic for the day will be “Pruning”. There will be a hands-on workshop at Edgewood Park. Sack lunch provided.
Shuffle to the Chefs
January 22, 6p
Location: See below
Contact: 601-684-4678
Tickets: $100 per person, available from Board members and at the Mission office
The Shuffle will begin and end at Lott Furniture on Anna Drive , Chefs will be at the homes of Wayne and Susan Dowdy, Larry and Cindy Stewart, and Suzy Sanders, then back to Lott Furniture for desserts and an auction. Shuttle vans "shuffle" attendees to each location. Chefs include Parker Voss of The Caboose and Luis Bruno, Exec. Chef at the Mississippi Governor's Mansion and owner of Bruno's Restaurant in Jackson . Cori Amos and Mr. Paul Brock will each present dishes with US Foods
Mississippi Blues Marker Unveiling
January 23
Location: Historic Summit Street , McComb , MS
Contact: McComb Community Relations and Tourism Bureau, 601.684.8664 or Heritage Trails @ Mississippi Development Authority/Division of Tourism, 601.359.3061
MLK Annual Parade
January 17
Contact: Mr. Bobby Talbert
Immaculee Illibagiza visits McComb Mission Pike County Ruwandan Holocaust Survivor Immaculee Illibagiza, author of "Left to Tell,"
January 18, 2009
Contact: Jeannine Falcon, 601-395-0489
Her story is moving and her message of forgiveness is an inspiring one.
31st Annual MCBM Conference * Hosted in McComb, MS !!
Annual Mississippi Conference of Black Mayors Conference
February 5-6
Contact: MS Delta Empowerment Zone Alliance , Ruth Reed, 662-254-9957 or Tuwanna Williams CEO/ED of the MCBM 601-573-4236 or McComb Community Relations & Tourism Bureau, 601-684-8664
31 years of Service to Communities. Mayor Debra Mabry, President of MS Conference of Black Mayors, Inc. Events include Opening Host Mayors Reception, Workshops/Sessions, Roundtable Discussion, Luncheon/Presentations, Outgoing Mayor's Reception, Annual Banquet, Discover McComb Tour, Annual Banquet, Live Entertainment, and more. Events are open to the public. Host hotel , Hampton Inn & Suites. 601-249-4116 and Days Inn, McComb, 601-684-5566
REGISTRATION AND SPONSORSHIP FORM
Magnolia Annual Mardi Gras Parade and Festival, 8 th Annual
February 21-22 * Parade on Saturday
Contact: Magnolia City Hall 601-783-5211, Virginia Goza 601-783-5915
Theme : Magnolia's “Mardi Gras Masquerade”. The Parade will begin at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 21 at the Eva Gordon complex. It will travel south on Hwy. 51 to Hwy 48, left at the Exxon, left on West RR, left at Magnolia Street, then back to Hwy. 51 and end at South Pike High School. Line up, 9a. The 2009 Magnolia Mardi Gras will be held in downtown Magnolia. The bands are Static and Ghosttown followed by fireworks.
Azalea Festival 2009
March 23rd – April 4th
Contact: Cindy Stewart 601-684-1325, 601-810-0325
VIEW DETAILED SCHEDULE HERE [PDF]
Current events scheduled include the Lighted Azalea trail, a 5k Run, the Azalea Coronation, McComb RR Association Homecoming Picnic, and much more.
McComb City Fair
March 6-8, 2009
Held at McComb Sports Park
Vendors contact 601-684-8664 x106
3-on-3 Basketball Tournament * McComb Recreation Dept.
Registration: Feb. 2-6 & 9-13, 8a-5:30p and Sat., Feb. 7, 9a-1p
Tournament: March 20-21, 2009
Location: McComb Sports Park , 701 S. Magnolia St. , McComb
Contact: 601-684-3056
Game times will be posted after registration. Divisions : Men ages 12-14, 15-17, 19-29 & 30+. Women ages 12-14, 15-17 & 18+. 4-Players per team.
Spring Bash 2009
A Night of Christian Rock, Wrestling, and Backyard BBQ!
March 28, 6:30p door open; 7:30p bell time
Location: Covington Rotary Gym, 3190 Robb St. Ext West, Summit , MS
Contact: powerslamproductions@live.com or (601) 467-8182
Tickets: $8 Adult $6 Kids. Group Packages available
Championship Invitational Battle with: The Great Mystic, Shane Champagne, Joe Kane, The Fraternity, All Night Express, Kool Jay Steele, Nick Wonder and More!!!!!!! Catering Provided By BackYard BBQ. Powerslam Productions
True Believers 14 th Year Anniversary Celebration
March 29, 5p
Location: Pleasant Grove EMBC, 800 Pearl River Avenue , McComb
Contact: 601-551-6859, truebelieversministry2009@yahoo.com
Tickets: $12 Advance; $15 At Door; Children ages 5-12, $5 At Door Only
Featuring The Bolton Brothers, The Veal Brothers, Morning Stars, The Lighthouse Singers, Grace Cain, New Home Praise Team of Jayess.
A Little Bo and Barbecue Open House
Azalea Festival Event
March 31, 11a-1p
Location: Pike Room at PCCC
Contact: 601-684-8664 x105, www.DiscoverMcComb.com
Sponsored by McComb Community Relations & Tourism Bureau
Drop by and listen to a little Bo and sample some barbecue. An Azalea Festival event.
1-155 th Send-Off Parade
April 13, 11:30a
Location: National Guard Armory on West St, down Delaware Ave to Broadway St. to Presley Blvd/Hwy 98E
The PCMSG is planning a send-off parade for the 1-155 th CAB. The parade will begin at the National Guard Armory on West Street and travel down Delaware to Broadway then to Presley Boulevard / HWY 98 East. “We hope that all businesses and homes along the parade route will have a sign or a ribbon to show their support of the troops,” said Bobby R. McDaniel, PCMSG chairman. McDaniel also said, “We encourage businesses along the parade route to allow their employees the time to come out and show their support to our troops as they depart on their mission to Iraq .” The PCMSG has received full support from the City of McComb . Businesses that choose to display a sign in front of their establishment will be exempt from the City sign ordinance.
‘Attracting Butterflies to Your Garden' by Carol Funchess
April 14, 10a
Location: Bucky Moore Bed & Breakfast, Bucky Moore Rd , Summit (exit 20B)
Contact: Peggy O'Connell at 601-426-2678 for reservations and details
Admission: Reservations limited, $10 per person
The “Butterfly Lady” (Carol Funchess) will enlighten us all on the magic of butterflies! She will give a presentation on “Attracting Butterflies to Your Garden”. Williamson Nursery will have Butterfly plants available for sale. A light lunch will be provided.
Dedication Celebration * New Zion BC
April 15-19, 7p each evening; Sunday 2:30p Ribbon Cutting
Location: New Zion Baptist Church , 235 E. Pine Street , Magnolia
Contact: 601-783-5050
There will be different speakers each night.
Mission Pike County Monthly Meeting
April 16, 6p
Location: St. Alphonsus Community Center, 509 Delaware St. , McComb
Contact: 601-783-6626
We will be planning the Teen Summit with the NAACP youth and preparing for the May picnic.
THE GAC (Great American Cleanup)
April 18, 8a-12p
Contact: Keep Pike County Beautiful, 601-249-4694
A new twist added this year with "Riches in the Ditches". If you find a numbered golden rock in the litter, bring it to your registration table to claim your "riches". Area businesses are donating the prizes. To sign up to donate or to pick up call our office.
Annual Health Fair
April 18, 9a-12p
Location: Pine Grove MBC, Hwy 98W, Summit
Contact: Cindy Johns, 601-248-0135; Pastor Oliver Smith, 601-276-2134
Refreshments will be served. Health Screenings (blood pressure, diabetic, cholesterol, dental, weight/BMI)
Summit Artists Art Show
April 19, 2p-5p
Location: Lobby, Horace Holmes Activity Center at Southwest MS Community College
Contact: Sue Smith at 601-276-2129 or Nancy Lamb at 601-276-9736.”
Hosted by The Summit Historical Society
Admission: Free to the public
It is anticipated that more than 25 local artists will exhibit their original work in this show. All media, including sketches, watercolors, oil and acrylic paintings, as well as photography and pottery, is expected to be on display at the show. Many works will be available for purchase.
Community Wide Worship Service
April 19, 5:30p
Location: Centenary UM Church, Rev. Karen Koons Hayden, Pastor, 500 Delaware Av, McComb
Hosted by McComb/Pike County Ministers Fellowship
Speaker: Elder Greg Partman of Walkers Chapel FWBC
The public is invited to attend and fellowship. Proceeds to benefit The FIG Tree (Filling in the Gaps). FIG Tree funds are managed by St. Andrew's Missions for persons in need of food, help with utilities and medicines, etc.
PPESA Meeting (Pastors Parents Educational Support Assn)
April 20, 10:30a-11:30a
Location: McComb Sports Park
Contact: 601-684-8664, ext. 106
Special presentation. Food Served. All Pastors, Educators, Community Leaders, Concerned Parents Invited. An Initiative of Mayor Zach Patterson . Presentations from Mayor's Office, McComb School District , and Community
3rd Annual Youth Leadership Conference * Pike County's
April 24-25, see times/locations below
Location: FRIDAY, McComb Sports Park , 701 S. Magnolia St. , McComb
Location: SATURDAY, McComb High School , 310 7 th Street , McComb
Contact: McComb School District , Monique Gilmore , 601-684-4661
The Pike County 3rd Annual Youth leadership Conference sponsored by the McComb School District Advisory board. The theme of the 2-day conference is “LEADING In the Highest By SERVING in the Lowest.” The Youth Leadership Conference will open on April 24 with an Expo that showcases volunteer opportunities for youth. Friday night will also include a keynote speaker and entertainment. On April 25 students will participate in breakout sessions, a service project and a discussion with State Senator Kelvin Butler and state Representative Angela Cockerham. All Pike County High School Students are encouraged to attend. The conference sponsors include: McComb School District, South Pike School District, Pike County Board of Supervisors, The City of McComb Community Relations and Tourism Department, The Boys and Girls Club, Southwest Distributors, The McComb Housing Authority, Coca-Cola, Wal-Mart and the City of McComb. Friday, April 24, 2009, 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m., McComb Sports Park , 701 Magnolia Street . Saturday, April 25, 2009, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., McComb High School , 310 7 th Street . All Pike County Students Are Invited To Participate
Amite County & Liberty, Mississippi Bicentennial * 1809-2009
April 27 – May 2
Contact: 601-657-8230, www.AmiteCounty200.com
Tour historic homes, churches and cemeteries, Parade, Military re-enactments, Street Dance, Arts & Crafts vendors and demonstrations, Giant Fireworks Display, Entertainment, Children's activities, Guest Speakers, Museum.
Literary Competition Awards Ceremony
WLBT's Walt Grayson, Master of Ceremonies
April 28, 2009, 6:30p
Location: State Theatre, McComb , MS
Contact: Pike County Arts Council, 601.250-4525 or Robbi Cox at 601.684.6181
Tickets: Free Admission
Awards are presented to and selections read by winners of the Annual Literary Competition. Entries are received from adults and students. Categories are Poetry, Essay, and Short Story. Deadline to enter the contest is April 15. Submit entries to Pike County Arts Council Literary Competition, 222 State St., McComb, MS 39648 .
Fashion Show
April 29, 5p
Location: Mount Zion Economic Community Center, Inc.
Donation: $5 Advance, $6 At-Door
7th Annual Smart Moves Banquet * Boys & Girls Club
April 30, 6:30p Dinner Served
Location: McComb Sports Park
Contact: Randy Tate or Marcus Pittman at (601) 684-5437
Speaker: MS State Senator Kelvin Butler
Tickets: $15.00 at the Boys & Girls Clubs (Jewell Rushing unit, Higgins North McComb unit, Magnolia unit or Tylertown unit)
NOON TUNES
May 1, 12pm (Each Friday)
Location: Depot Pavilion, RR Blvd , McComb
Contact: Pike County Arts Council
May 1 performance by Southwest Stage Band.
The NLF School of Ministry March Classes
May 2, 9am-12pm
Location: McComb Campus, New Life Fellowship 1025 Dillon Road
Contact: 601-249-3242, Min. Darlene Kennedy, Dean of Students
Also held at Columbia campus, 1205 Park Ave. (Hwy 98 to Eagles Lane/Park Ave) Monday, May 4, 6pm-9pm. Brookhaven Campus-Tuesday, May 5, 6pm-9pm. Home Study Courses are Available. Dr. Terry L. Weems, Chancellor
Arts Alive 2009
May 2, 2009, 11a-4p
SAVE THE DATE
“Pops in the Park” brings Mississippi Symphony Orchestra
May 9, 2009, 5p
Location: Edgewood Park , McComb , MS
Contact: Pike County Arts Council, 601.684-5229
Tickets: Free Admission
Mississippi Symphony Orchestra & Maestro Crafton. An evening of pops and classics ‘alfresco'…Bring your quilts and candelabra or lawn chairs and lanterns. Prizes for the best and most unique ‘lawnscapes'. Reserved section for members who get there early.
Weapons of Power Ministries 2nd Annual Banquet
Honoring The Pastor's Wife
May 16, 2009, 6p
Location: Southwest MS Community College, Holmes Student Union, Summit , MS
Contact: Evang. Donnis Carr, 601-341-9493 or Sis. Venis Dillon, 601-551-3940
Tickets: $30, The Brass Hanger and Stepping Out Boutique
Speaker: Dr. Yvonne Lewis of New Zion MBC
“Women Making a Difference”
100 Women in White Annual Service
May 24, 2009
Location: Rose Hill Church (Pastor Oliver Smith)
Contact: Sis. Josie Oates, 601-810-3900
Speaker: Pastor Tasha Dillon, New Life Fellowship Church
Pike County Fair
Pike County Fair Grounds * 3146 Wardlaw Road * McComb, MS 39648
“A Family Affair” myspace.com/pikecountyfair
ACTIVITIES AND DETAILS HERE
MRPA Annual Conference
Mississippi Recreation and Parks Association
September 21-24
Location: Percy Quin State Park , McComb , MS
Contact: McComb Recreation Department, 601-684-3056 or www.aboutmrpa.org/conference.htm
The schedule for 2009 will be similar to 2008, except the all-conference social will be replaced by a fishing tournament. Fishing tournament participants must possess a fishing license to participate. Call 1-800-GOFISH if you don't have one.
MSMS STAGE BAND & CHOIR * 60's - Decade of Change"
PIKE COUNTY ARTS COUNCIL
Thursday, October 1, 8p * One Night Only
Location: Buddy's, 821 Delaware Avenue - on the curve in McComb
Contact: Buddy's, 601-684-1739
The Mississippi School of Mathmatics & Science Stage Band and Choir will be touring southern Mississippi October 1-3. Don't miss them at BUDDY'S on Thursday night! The students will present a program with music, vocals & video including Blues, Dixieland, Gospel. This is the culmination of their study of the historical significance of the area's role in the development of indigenous American Music and it's connection with the Civil Rights Movement. They are touring Blues landmarks in Crystal Springs , Hazelhurst, McComb, Vicksburg , Hattiesburg & Port Gibson!
NOON TUNES
Fridays, October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 12pm
Location: The Depot Pavilion, RR Blvd , McComb (Rain: Downtown Garage)
Contact: Pike County Arts Council, 601-250-4525
Admission: Free
In conjunction with the Smithsonian Traveling Exhibit-“Journey Stories”, a different music group each Friday. October 2 Pat Cornaccchione's Jazz Combo. October 9 Jackie Bankston on the Keyboard. October 16 Matt Castille—One Man Band from Louisiana . October 23 SMCC Stage & Steel Drum. Band & Vocals. Complimentary cookies served each week, compliments of Indulgence Tea Room, Hawthorn Inn & Suites, Skye Concrete, Mona's Kitchen. Food & beverages from Broadway Deli available on site for $5 – or brown-bag it. Please Thank Our Generous Sponsors : Mc Comb Community Relations & Tourism Bureau, a LFORD PROPERTIES, ALFORD'S FLOWERS & GIFTS, BUDDY'S, COMCAST, COMFORT AIR, COX ARCHITECTURE, JOHN DALE DUMAS, DDS, ENTERPRISE JOURNAL, FIRST BANK, FAUST & ASSOCIATES, GILLIS DRUGS, HEAD TO TOE SALON, HOLLIDAY CLEANERS, MR & MRS ROGER NICKERSON, SELMAN'S JEWELERS, SOUTHWEST BROADCASTING, TRUSTMARK BANK, DEB & WAYNE VINSON, COCA-COLA BOTTLING. Brought to you by our members and sponsors and grants from the Mississippi Arts Commission and the National Endowment for the Arts.
Pentecost Temple Women's Fellowship
Friday, October 2, 7:30p
Location: Pentecost Temple , 3047 Hwy 51MM, McComb, MS (Pastor Andrew Alford)
Contact: First Lady Erica Jordan, 601-341-0618
Guest Speaker: Elder Sheila Clifton, Harvest of Life Center , Southhaven
An evening in the WORD of GOD with Elder Sheila Clifton. Open to the public. Theme: “Breaking Free From Generational Curses”
Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day
Saturday, October 3, 8a-12p noon
Location: Southwest Mall Parking Lot, Delaware Ave.
The NLF School of Ministry SEPTEMBER Classes
Saturday, October 3, 9a-12p (Oct. 5, Oct. 6, Oct. 12, see details below)
Contact: Min. Darlene Kennedy, Registrar 601-249-3242
McComb Campus -Saturday, October 3rd, 9am-12pm: Class: The Book of Philippians. Instructor: Dr. Don Armagost . Columbia Campus -Monday, October 5th, 6pm-9pm; Class: The Book of Philippians, Instructor: Dr. Don Armagost . Brookhaven Campus -Tuesday, October 6th, 6pm-9pm; Class: The Old Testament Survey, Instructor: Pastor Tasha Dillon; Hattiesburg Campus - Monday, October 12th, 6pm-9pm, Class: The Gospel and the Great Commission; Instructor: Elder Gregory Partman. Home Study is Available.
Diabetes Supply Drive
The Mayor's Youth Council presents benefit for Diabetes Foundation of MS
Saturday, October 3, 9a -1p
Location: McComb Market
Contact: 601.579.7790
Students will have lists of supplies need that you can buy while you shop and donate on your way out. Items include: cotton balls, alcohol swabs, juice boxes, 100 Calorie snacks, bottled water, Airheads, Glucose Meters, Glucose Strips
29th ANNUAL OSYKA FALL FEST
Saturday, October 3, 9a-5p (Parade Lineup, 9a)
Contact: Stacee Ott, wesley_ott@bellsouth.net
Sponsored by the Osyka Civic Club. Vendors and still being accepted. Spaces are 10-by-10 feet and available for $20 without electricity or $25 with electricity. The fall fest will begin with a parade at 10 a.m., with line-up at 9 at Osyka Baptist Church . The parade will include the South Pike High School band and ROTC, senior citizens, the Princesses and Braves winners and Choctaw Indians as grand marshals. The day will include visits from two groups of Choctaw Indians from Mississippi , children's activities, entertainment and plenty of food and drinks.
The Eva T Horton Foundation Fundraiser
Saturday, Oct. 3, 10a
Location: Eva T Horton House of Prayer 124 West Michigan Ave. , McComb
Fish plates $5.00 and sandwiches $3.00 each. Free juice with each order, as the juice lasts.
Health Fair/Symposium
Saturday, October 3, 10a-1p
Location: Tylertown Corner of Hwy 98E & Industrial Park Rd.
Contact: Ms. LaToya Selmon 601-783-5321; Mr. Clayton Bullock 601-303-7628; Ms. Shretta Varnado 601-248-0170
Hosted by Tylertown First Baptist Church National Institutes of Health and MS State Univ. Extension Service. Theme : Falling into Good Health. Educational Seminars on Prostate Cancer, Break Cancer, and Cardiovascular Disease. Full Screenings for: Blood pressure, glucose, BMI & Cholesterol. A Variety of educational stations.
Heart O'Dixie CHAMPIONSHIP Walking & Racking Horse Show
Saturday, October 3
Location: TBA
Contact: Tony Nettles, 601-684-4011
Hosted by McComb Lions Club.
Gospel Music Jamboree
Summit Depot Rehabilitation Benefit Concert
Saturday, Oct. 3, 6p-8p (Doors open at 5:30)
Location: First Baptist Church , Summit , MS
Contact: Go to www.summithistory.com
Admission: FREE, Donations accepted at the door
Featuring Singing Deacons, SMCC Gospel Choir, Jason Jones, Triumph Choir and more. All proceeds of Jamboree benefit Summit Depot Rehabilitation Project; sponsored by the Summit Historical Society
World GIFT MARKET
Sunday, October 4
Centenary UMC, Delaware Ave , McComb
Small World Gift Market held outdoors where people can gather materials, shop, etc.
REVIVAL SERVICES * New Hope Baptist Church
Oct. 5-7, 7p
Location: New Hope Baptist Church , 515 N. Locust St. , Dr. J. Wesley Jones, Pastor
Speakers are Monday , Pastor Brent Rutlend, South McComb Baptist Church, McComb, Tuesday , Pastor Robert Herron, New Fellowship North 31st Baptist Church, Hattiesburg, and Wednesday , Dr. Benton Thompson, Mt. Zion, M.B. Church, Ruth, MS.. Come expecting a POWERFUL move of God!
THE TASTE OF ALGIERS FESTIVAL AND CAR SHOW
Saturday, October 10, 9a-6p
Location: South Pike Community Center , 26 th Street ( Algiers ), McComb
Contact: Thelma Brown, 601-327-9866. Car Show : Perry Brown, 601-435-9093 or Casey Coney 601-551-0114
Fun for the whole family. Algiers Improvement Association. $150 Car show cash prize. Booth spaces $25 for nonprofit, $40 for businesses. Health care screenings. President Dwight Martin 601-551-5491; Public Relations Chair Annette McCray 601-684-5873.
Entertainment by Pat Varnado, Will Gatlin, Castro Coleman and Highly Favored, Teeza, The True Believers, Da Minista, Morning Stars and More.
TOWN OF SUMMIT FALL FESTIVAL
CAR AND TRUCK SHOW
October 10, Car Show Registration Starts, 9a, Judging at 2p, Awards at 3p
Location: Downtown Summit , East Railroad Avenue , Fireplace Connection
Contact: Jake Gazzo, 601-341-2013
People Choice Awards to Top Five and One Best of Show Award - All Makes and Models Welcome
Pike County Business League Scholarship Luncheon
Saturday, October 10, 11:30a-1:30p
Location: McComb Sports Park , under the Breezeway, 701 S. Magnolia St . , McComb
Contact: 601-684-0521
Tickets: $25/person or $160 for table of 8 ($20/person)
Speakers: Dr. Ramonica Lewis, MD and Dr. James B. Hall, MD
This year's luncheon will honor hometown achievers who have attained accredited Doctoral degrees of study and Doctor of Juris Prudence achievers. If you or someone you know is due honor at the upcoming scholarship luncheon, please RSVP at 601.684.0521. Theme: “We Believe, We Can Achieve” (Academic Excellence). Catered meal , Live music by Jackie Bankston, and more. Silent Auction . Art by Charles Crossley of The Studio of Art and Design and visual artist Mark Brown's exhibition ‘People, Places, Times, and Experiences'. Special Honors in remembrance of Mr. John C. Thomas and Ms. Jennifer Winston.
SMCC Homecoming 2009
October 10, Events Start 8a (See Schedule Below)
Location: Southwest MS Community College, Summit
Contact: 601-276-2000, www.smcc.edu
Homecoming Events: 8 a.m. – 5K Run/Walk and 1Mile Fun Run. 9 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – SW MS Art Guild Show & Sale (SMCC Library). Noon – Alumni Membership Meeting (Upper Dining – Holmes Student Union). 12:30 p.m. – Homecoming Banquet. Cafeteria – Holmes Student Union – Tickets $10 each. 2:30 p.m. – Coronation Ceremony – Pre Game Show. 3:00 p.m. – Homecoming Game – Kick-off against Jones
50's Night
A SW MS Christian Outreach Ministries, Inc. benefit
October 10, 7p-9:30p
Location: The National Guard Armory
Best dressed, best dance prize. Fun jump for children. 50's cars and much more.
PPESA Meeting (Pastors Parents Educational Support Assn)
Monday, October 12, 10:30a-11:30a
Location: McComb Sports Park
Contact: 601-684-8664, ext. 106
Special presentations. Food Served. All Pastors, Educators, Community Leaders, Concerned Parents Invited. An Initiative of Mayor Zach Patterson. Presentations from Mayor's Office, McComb School District , and Community
3 Night Revival
Wed. - Fri., Oct. 14-16, 7p
Location: Eva T Horton House of Prayer 124 West Michigan Ave. , McComb
Speaker; Pastor Anthony Wilson
United Givers of Southwest Mississippi's GOLF TOURNAMENT
Friday, October 16, 11:45a
Location: Quail Hollow Golf Course located at Percy Quin State Park
Contact: Michelle Lombas 601-684-2291
This is an opportunity to support 19 different agencies. Pike County Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors will host a 4-man scramble. We need teams, prizes, and hole sponsors so in some way I hope you will consider supporting this event. If you prefer, you might just consider helping us by making a contribution to our cause. By participating in our tournament, you can help United Givers support some 19 different partner agencies that are vital to Pike, Walthall, and Amite counties. Many people, from children to the elderly, count on money raised by United Givers each year. Our goal for this year is $150,000. By playing a part in our tournament, you will help us reach this goal. This will be a fun-filled event with prizes galore. You may even win a car! Rainbow Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep will offer several hole in one chances to drive off with a vehicle and MORE!
Annual Flower Show, “Flowers for All Occasions”
The McComb Garden Club
Friday, October 16, 4p–7p
Location: Homes of Mr. and Mrs. Chris Honea, 109 Cherokee Drive , McComb and Dr. and Mrs. Larry Stewart, 410 Cherokee Drive , McComb.
The show will feature more than 300 horticulture and 48 design entries.
TNT YOUTH FOOTBALL AND CHEER LEAGUE HOMECOMING
Love Abroad, the Good News Assn
Saturday, October 17, 5p
Location: McComb High Football Field, CC Moore Stadium, McComb,
Contact: Commissioner Chris Dillon (601) 249-2141, web site www.TNTSport.org or www.LoveAbroad.org
Gate Fee: $2 per person, ages 6 & older
Women in Ministry Symposium
Dr. Valerie Bass Russell Ministries
Saturday, October 17, 9a-2p
Location: New Life Fellowship Church , 1025 Dillon Road , McComb , MS 39648
Contact: (601) 441-0223 or (601) 307- 5242; Email OneHeartTwoBeats@bellsouth.net ; web site www.ValerieBassRussell.vpweb.com
Registration: $20, Includes Lunch
This is the third session for 2009. TOPICS: 1) Ministry of Prayer by Dr. Tangelia Burkett , Columbia , MS ; 2) The Voice of God by Pastor Daryl Hillard, Brookhaven , MS . Schedule: 9am-9:30, Registration; 9:30am-10am, Morning Glory Prayer; 10:15am-11:45pm, Ministry of Prayer; 11:45am-12:30pm, Lunch is Served; 12:30pm-1:40pm, The Voice of God; 1:40pm-2:00pm, Questions/Answers/Dismissal. The WIM Symposium is developed platform focused on enhancing and sharpening women in ministry, for the glory of God's Kingdom. The Symposium consists of workshops, training, special services, and retreats.
Women in Ministry Symposium Announcement PDF
Evangelistic Training * New Life Fellowship
Tuesdays, October 13 & 20, 6p
Location: Summit Street , McComb , MS
Contact: 601-249-3242, Senior Pastor Dr. Terry L. Weems, Location Pastor Tasha Dillon
In preparation, for the October 22-24 Tent Crusade on Summit St , New Life Fellowship will host Evang. Luther Martin. He will train on evangelistic ministry from the years of experience he gained through national and overseas missions efforts. Evang. Luther Martin is with the 2nd Jurisdiction of south MS COGIC, under the leadership of Bishop A.V. Jordan. He conducts tent revivals throughout America and aboard, primarily in Haiti.
TRI-COUNTY'S SUNDAYS BEST SHOWCASE
Musical Guests LaShun Pace and Da Minista
Saturday, October 17, 6p
Location: Martin Luther King Center, 601 MLK Drive, McComb, MS 39648
Contact: (601) 248-5906
Tickets: $30
“Celebrate in Song”. There will be a Gala Dinner and Gospel Music Celebration. The grand prize winner will be announced at this finale show. Event host is Bibleway COGIC.
Oktoberfest at The Caboose
Tuesday, October 20
Location: The Caboose Restaurant, 131 N. Front Street, McComb, MS 39648
Contact: (601) 684-9191, On Twitter
Our Friends, European Master Chef~Horst Pfeifer and his Lovely Wife Karen (Former Owners of Bella Luna Restaurant in New Orleans and Current Owners of Middendorf's in Manchac), Will feature some Delicious German Fare, Right Here in Downtown McComb. Chef Pfeifer will be preparing: Schweinshaxe, Spaetzle, Bayerischkraut & Bretzel (Roasted Pork Hind Shank, Homemade German Noodles, Sauerkraut & Pretzel) and Schwarzwaelderkirschtorte (Black Forest Cake) for Dessert. Auf Wiedersehen! Call or email me to make your reservations today-This event is sure to sell out.
Tent Crusade * New Life Fellowship
Thursday - Saturday, Oct. 22-24; Thurs & Fri 6:30p and Sat 11a
Location: Summit Street , McComb , MS
Contact: 601-249-3242, Senior Pastor Dr. Terry L. Weems, Location Pastor Tasha Dillon
In preparation, on Tuesday October 13, and Tuesday October 20, New Life Fellowship will host Evang. Luther Martin. He will train on evangelistic ministry. He conducts tent revivals throughout America and aboard, primarily in Haiti.
LITTER BLITZ * Keep Pike County Beautiful
Now - October 23, 2009 (see details below)
KICKOFF Saturday, September 26, 2009, 8 AM – Noon at Pike County Chamber of Commerce. Register at Pike County Chamber of Commerce, Receive free trash bags, Weekdays 9 am - 5 pm. Finish your work by picking up your collected trash and taking it to Waste Management. A roll-off container will be waiting for your delivery, Saturday, the 26th only at 1157 Hwy 51 South, Summit , MS
Women's Conference 2009
Two Bullocks Ministries and God's Women of Wisdom
October 23-24
Location : Desoto Civic Center, 4560 Venture Dr , Southaven , MS
Contact & Registration Information : www.twobullocksministries.org ; 662-890-5599
Registration : Deadline, October 13. Limited seating available, early registration recommended. Registration fee is $20.00.
Last year's conference was a great success and we are excited about this year's event. 2009 Theme : “Let's Talk 3-M”, Marriage, Ministry & Mentorship. Guest Speaker - Pastor Greta Hunter, Host Speaker - Dr. Ada B. Bullock and Special Sessions by Daughters & Sons of Zion include: Widowed, Worried & Wondering - Min. Mariah Reneau, Divorced, Devastated & Distracted - Min. Helen Bonk, Single, Sex & Suggestions - Min. Jessica White and Special Testimony - Latonia Bills. We are looking forward to what God is going to do for His Queens and we invite you to come out of your boxes and join us in Southaven , MS. Come with Expectations! Register online or Print the registration form and mail fee to God's W.O.W., P.O. Box 1116 , Olive Branch , MS , 38654 . Hotel discounts available at Hilton Garden Inn (662 349-0277), Comfort Inn (662 349-0100), & Holiday Inn (662 349-0444), Southaven , MS . Please mention “Women's Conference 2009” to receive the special rate. Deadline for special rates are 10-08-09.
Honoring Pastor Dorothy Morgan
Friday-Sunday, Oct. 23-25; Fri & Sat 7p and Sun 6p
Location: Eva T Horton House of Prayer 124 West Michigan Ave. , McComb
The Eva T Horton House of Prayer Family is honoring Pastor Dorothy Morgan for12 years of community service.
Mississippi's Walk for Diabetes
Saturday, October 24, Registration 8:30a; Walk starts 9a
Registration will start at 8:30am with the Walk starting at 9:00am
Location: Southwest MS Regional Medical Center Walking Trail
Contact: 601-579-7790, email juliastarrett@msdiabetes.org or visit www.msdiabetes.org
This is a family event for all ages to raise awareness about the symptoms and risks for diabetes, and there will be a screening for anyone concerned that they may be living with diabetes. While this event raises awareness for the 800,000 Mississippians at risk for diabetes, it is also a fundraiser to help support the many educational programs and services the Diabetes Foundation of Mississippi has in local communities. Some of our main projects include: Emergency Assistance for those without insurance, Scholarships for Children's Diabetes Camps (including our own!), educating over 2,000 teachers and staff members about diabetes per year, and funding research at UMMC. We ask that each person raise $20 to donate as a Registration fee. The Diabetes Foundation of Mississippi is NOT affiliated with a national organization, so we need your help to keep these programs going! Walk with the Diabetes Foundation of Mississippi and others from around the state in memory of a loved one with diabetes and help raise awareness about this chronic disease.
"Preaching to the Pastors" Stage Play featuring
McComb's Grammy Award nominee Melvin Williams and celebrity actor, Leon and playwright, director & actor, Calvin Brasley
October 24, 3p & 8p is Opening Night
Location: Baton Rouge Centroplex Theatre, Baton Rouge , LA
More information: www.elohimproductions.com
Tickets Available: www.TicketMaster.com
Smithsonian Institute Traveling Exhibition, Journey Stories
October 25 – December 8, 2009
Location: McComb Railroad Museum , RR Blvd , McComb
Contact: McComb Railroad Museum Assn, Bobby Bellapanni, 601-684-6487 or Winnie Lynn Howell, 601-276-3079, http://www.mcrrmuseum.com/
Admission: FREE
Journey Stories engages images, audio, and artifacts to tell stories that illustrate the critical roles travel and movement have played in building our diverse American society and addresses migration and immigration as they relate to the American experience, stories intertwined with transportation history and the development of transportation technology. It is the account of immigrants coming in search of promise in a new country; the story of individuals and families relocating in search of fortune, their own homestead, or employment; the harrowing journeys of Africans and Native Americans forced to move; and of course, fund on the open road. Mississippi Humanities Council. This event will be sponsored in part by the Mississippi Arts Commission and PCAC and McComb Community Relations and Tourism Bureau, www.DiscoverMcComb.com . Journey Stories has been organized by the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Services (SITES) in association with McComb Railroad Museum.
OKTOBERFEST
The Pike County Arts Council (PCAC) Membership Drive
Thursday, October 29, 7p-9p
Location: Ice House Courtyard
Contact: 601-250-4525
Join the Fun & Support the Arts!
Otken Fall Fest
Saturday, October 31, 10a-2p
Games, trick or treating, music, food, train ride, pony ride! Come join the fun!
A Festive Weekend in Pike County
Friday-Sunday, Nov. 6-8
Location: Various areas in McComb, Summit, Magnolia.
Contact: See www.DiscoverMcComb.com Calendar of Events
Includes: * Friday, Nov. 6th Blues Marker Unveiling and “Black Railroad Workers Seeking a Better Way of Life” and “Black Inventors in the Field of Transportation” by Dr. Hilda Cassin Place: Black History Gallery, 819 Wall Street, McComb * Nov. 7 Magnolia City Wide Garage Sale, * Nov. 7-8 TNT Southwest MS Football Bowl Tournament * Nov. 8 Summit Tour of Homes, Woodlawn Cemetery Tour, & Jewish Cemetery Tour Place: Lawrence Street, Summit, MS Time: 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Sponsored by the Summit Historical Society, and MORE!
TNT SOUTHWEST MS BOWL TOURNAMENT
YOUTH FOOTBALL AND CHEER LEAGUE
Love Abroad, the Good News Assn, 501c3
Sat & Sun, November 7-8
Location: McComb High Football Field, CC Moore Stadium, McComb,
Contact: Commissioner Chris Dillon (601) 249-2141, web site www.TNTSport.org or www.LoveAbroad.org
The football league's guest will be traveling from MS Gulf Coast, MS, LA, and TN for an exciting family fun filled weekend of peewee football.
PPESA Meeting (Pastors Parents Educational Support Assn)
Monday, November 9, 10:30a-11:30a
Location: McComb Sports Park
Contact: 601-684-8664, ext. 106
Special presentations. Food Served. All Pastors, Educators, Community Leaders, Concerned Parents Invited. An Initiative of Mayor Zach Patterson. Presentations from Mayor's Office, McComb School District , and Community
Pike County Little Theater Performances , 2009 Season
Location: 260 State Street , Post Office Box 1301 , McComb , MS 39649 Murder by Poe. Performances: November 12th - 15th , 2009
Directed by Frankie Glennis. Book by Jeffery Hatcher , adapted from the stories of Edgar Allan Poe . A dark and dreadful night. A woman in white lost within a wood. And only shelter is a house full of murderers. Mixing funhouse tricks. Grand Guignol and a deadly game of cat and mouse, MURDER BY POE is a theatrical reimaging of some of Edgar Allan Poe's most famous tales of terror- “ The Black Cat,” “The Tell-Tale Heart,” “The Murders in the Rue Morgue,” “William Wilson,” “The Purloined Letter,” “The Mystery of Marie Roget,” and “The Fall of the House of Usher.” As each haunted figure tells a story of crime and mayhem, the woman must solve the puzzle of the house and the riddle of the man who ushers her into the mysteries.
Women's Conference 2009
13th Annual Breath of Life Services
Thursday – Sunday, November 12-15
Location: New Life Fellowship Church , 1025 Dillon Rd , McComb (Senior Pstr Dr. Terry L. Weems; Location Pastor Tasha Dillon)
Contact: 601-249-3242, www.NewLifeFellowshipMinistries.com
Speakers include: Composer, Author, Internat'l Spkr Lannie Spann McBride, http://lanniespannmcbride.com ; Pastor Dr. Valerie Bass Russell www.valeriebassrussell.vpweb.com , Pastor Tasha Dillon www.TashaDillon.com , Dr. Tangelia Burkett , Minister Darlene Kennedy, Minister Lillie Kollie; Psalmist Anissa Brumfield , Poet Emily Rembert, and More!
Thursday, November 12 6:00p, Prayer with First Lady Weems; 6:30p, Worship in Song Service with Pastor Valerie Bass Russell; Exhortations by Ministers Darlene Kennedy and Lillie Kollie.
Friday, November 13 6:00-6:25p Prayer; 6:30-7:10p, Empowerment Session with Dr. Tangelia Burkett ; 7:15p, Church Service Begins and Lannie Spann McBride is guest speaker. Music by the New Life Fellowship Conference Choir.
Saturday, November 14 9a, Prayer; 9:30a—11:30a, Seminars; Poet Emily Rembert Recitation; Songs by Psalmist Anissa Brumfield ; Followed by Guest Speaker Lannie Spann McBride. Dress comfortable. Wear something purple or royal blue. Free Admission. Snacks provided. Lunch will be served.
Sunday, November 15 Church Service. 7:30a, Early Morning Prayer; 8a, Church Service Begins, Pastor Tasha Dillon, Speaker. Theme : “I Give Myself Away” Judges 5:9.
About LA NNIE SPANN McBRIDE: Lannie can be seen and heard on previously recorded Bobby Jones Gospel Programs, Gospel recording of J & B Records, and the motion picture, “Mississippi Burning”, directed by Allan Parker and produced by Robert Colesberry. Federated Club. After 30 years in instruction, Lannie joined the Jackson State University staff in music education. She recently shared in mission work in the Jamaican schools and communities. Since 2006, Lannie has participated in 2 tours of multiple cities in Spain with the Black Heritage Choir of the United States of America.
Urban & Community Forestry Workshops
Friday, November 13, 9a-4p
Location: MS Dept. of Transportation Office, McComb , MS
Contact: Mississippi Urban Forest Council, Donna Yowell, ED at (601) 672-0755. Request agendas at dyowell@aol.com
Registration: FREE, no registration fee. However REGISTRATION IS REQUESTED
Continuing education credits for elected officials, planners, landscape architects, engineers, parks & rec, arborists, foresters and others. Urban Forest Masters certification is available through these workshops. Regional community forestry and green infrastructure workshops will be offered throughout Mississippi . The presenters include local, regional and national experts. The newest issues surrounding green laws, ordinances, storm preparedness, development and many other topics will be presented during these 4 workshops. There is no registration fee for these workshops, registration is requested to ensure ample room and refreshments. The workshops are brought to you by the MS Urban Forest Council, MS Forestry Commission, MS Department of Environmental Quality and local partners. Topics include: Right Tree, Right Place; Trees for Homeowners; Greening Developments; Planting for Maximum Benefits; Tree Maintenance; Correct Planting Methods; Hazard Trees; Storm Preparedness; Caring for Trees After A Storm; Protecting Property From Fire; Trees for Business Districts & Streets; iTree Introduction; Virtual Makeovers; Reducing Energy Costs with Trees. McComb Workshop Only Buck Abbey from LSU has written many books on tree ordinances and landscape codes. He will share the latest “Super Tree Laws.” Green Laws-Public Policy & Trees; Green Laws for Small & Large Communities; Tree Inventories...What, Why & How. Exhibits This would be a good opportunity to sell your services or product while supporting your community. Any agency, business or group may exhibit at these events for a $50 fee at each event. These events are in support of National Neighborwoods Month – October. See Alliance of Community Trees. A special new program will be introduced: Scenic Communities of Mississippi is a new program to assist local communities in obtaining grants, resources and other valuable information regarding management of all natural resources and environmental issues. Funded in part by a grant from the MS Department of Environmental Quality and the Environmental Protection Agency under the Clean Water Act.
The MSFCWC Inc. & Youth Affiliate Convention
Mississippi State Federation Colored Women Club Inc., & Youth Affiliate
Friday-Sunday, November 13-15
Location: Days Inn in McComb
Contact: State President Essie Brumfield, Omicron Club Program Chairperson Lynda Taylor, or Omicron Club President LouBertha Bates
Hosted by OMICRON Federated Club. An affiliate of National Association Colored Women Clubs (NACWC), Washington DC
Free Craft Night
Thursday, November 19, 6p
Location: Word of Faith Church , Summit (Behind old Golden Hushpuppy) , Bro. Carl Mason, Pstr
Contact: Lindsey 601-395-1165
Children of all ages will be making piggy banks out of formula cans and serving hot dogs and potato chips with juice. A fun night for mama's and babies to get together
Seventh Annual Live Nativity Scenes
December 10-12, 6p-8p
Location: Johnston Chapel United Methodist Church , 2093 Chapel Drive , Summit , MS
Contact: 601-276-7971
Admission: Free
One Hundred live actors and dozens of animals are used to tell the story of the Birth of Jesus as you drive past 11 scenes from that story. Along the way you can listen the the scriptures for each scene on your car CD player. At the end you are invited to stop and have refreshments with us in our Fellowship Hall. To go through the scenes in order turn off Highway 98 West on to Johnston Chapel Drive and the scenes will start about 1 mile down the road. This event was highlighted on Looking Around Mississippi in December 2008. This is a free event
‘Sweetea' Christmas Tea Saturday, December 12, 1:30p
Location: Hampton Inn & Suites, 109 Manisha Dr, McComb , MS 39648
Contact: To reserve your “tea” time, call Ann, 601-249-4116
Registration: $35 per child
Sponsored by: Hampton Inn & Suites
It's A Sweetea Christmas Tea. “Sweeteas” is written and illustrated by Rachelle Frazier. Join “Sweeteas” Author Rochelle Frazier with the launch of her new book “Secret of the Pearls”. Participants will receive a Signed book, Crafts, Tea & Good Southern Hospitality. Each child will sign a Sweetea book to be donated to St. Jude Children's Hospital for Christmas
Christmas Village Handmade Arts & Crafts
Saturday, December 12, 9a-4p
Location: National Guard Armory, West Street, McComb
Contact: Sonya Lowery 601-684-8599
Approximately 40 vendors, sponsored by Southwest Mississippi Artisans.
OSYKA CHRISTMAS PARADE & FIREWORK DISPLAY
Pictures with Santa in new Town Hall
Saturday, December 12, 3p (Fireworks that night)
After the parade the little ones can have their picture made with Santa in the new Town Hall, which will also have a reception and dedication that day.
PPESA Meeting (Pastors Parents Educational Support Assn)
Monday, December 14, 10:30a-11:30a
Location: McComb Sports Park
Contact: 601-684-8664, ext. 106
Special presentations. Food Served. All Pastors, Educators, Community Leaders, Concerned Parents Invited. An Initiative of Mayor Zach Patterson . Presentations from Mayor's Office, McComb School District , and Community
Cake & Christmas Treats Bingo Saturday, December 19, 5p
Location: The Cream Pitcher Theater of the Arts Building, 717 Beulah Ave, Tylertown
Contact: 601-303-6481
Sponsor: The Sisters of Worth (SOW)
Live entertainment and home made finger food and a variety types of punch
Holiday Basketball Tournament
Hosted by McComb High School
December 21 – 23
Location: McComb High School Gym
Contact: Samuel West, Athletic Director, 601.684.4661
McComb High School will host a seven (7) team Basketball Tournament December 21 – 23, at the McComb High School Gym. The following teams will participate in the tournament: South Pike – Girls and Boys; Moss Point – Girls; Denham Springs – Boys; Brookhaven - Girls and Boys; Tylertown – Girls and Boys; North Pike – Girls and Boys; and McComb – Girls and Boys. Each day, the first game will begin at 12:30 pm and the last game will start at 8:00 pm.
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