Today, and Tuesday through Saturday, Sept. 22-26
“One Slight Hitch” — Starkville Community Theatre presents this farce by Lewis Black at the Playhouse on Main, 108 E. Main St., Starkville, today at 2 p.m. and Tuesday through Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 ($10 students). Limited seating. To reserve tickets, call the box office, 662-323-6855.
Tuesday, Sept. 22
Coffee with a Cop — In honor of National Thank a Police Officer Day, Visit Columbus hosts this morning coffee break from 7:30-9 a.m. at the Columbus-Lowndes Convention and Visitors Bureau office, 117 Third St. S. No speakers or speeches, but an opportunity to visit with members of the Columbus Police Department over refreshments.
Guest artist recital — The Mississippi University for Women Department of Music hosts a free guest artist recital by baritone Matthew Hoch of Auburn, Alabama, in Poindexter Hall on campus at 7:30 p.m. (The artist presents a free masterclass Sept. 21 at 3 p.m.)
Wednesday, Sept. 23
Table Talk — Jamie Kornegay, owner of Greenwood’s Turnrow Book Co., discusses his debut novel, “Soil,” a mystery-thriller set in the Mississippi Delta. Bring lunch at 11:30 a.m.; iced tea served. Or join friends from noon to 1 p.m. for the free program at the Columbus-Lowndes Library at 314 Seventh St. N. Call the library, 662-329-5300, for more information.
Thursday through Sunday, Sept. 24-27
Possum Town Tales Storytelling Festival — The Columbus Arts Council presents internationally-known, professional storytellers Kevin Kling of Minnesota and Andy Offutt Irwin of Georgia, along with songstress and storyteller Kate Campbell of Nashville, at this fourth annual storytelling festival in Columbus. Kling, well-known for his NPR commentaries on “All Things Considered,” and Irwin, humorist and musician, have each won numerous national awards. Visit columbus-arts.com for details, or call 662-328-2787.
Saturday, Sept. 26
Children’s Art Festival — The Starkville Area Arts Council hosts an Art in the Park Children’s Art Festival at McKee Park in Starkville from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free to attend.
Saturday and Sunday,
Sept. 26-27
“All the King’s Women” — The West Point/Clay County Arts Council presents this story of Elvis through the eyes of 17 women, some enthralled, some appalled, all obsessed. Performances Sept. 26 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.; Sept. 27 at 2 p.m. at the Louise Campbell Center for the Arts, 235 Commerce St., West Point. Get tickets ($10) in West Point at The Bink, Petal Pushers or First United Methodist Church; or at the door, if available. Call 662-494-5678 for more information.
Tuesday and Wednesday, Sept. 29-30
“Clouds” — This comedy production at 6 p.m. is part of the Shackouls Honors College “Classical Week 2015,” a celebration of Greek, Roman and other cultures of the ancient world. Free, at the Zacharias Village Courtyard on the Mississippi State campus. For more information, email Donna Clevinger at [email protected].
Thursday, Oct. 1
Exhibit reception — The Columbus Arts Council hosts a gallery reception at the Rosenzweig Arts Center, 501 Main St., from 5:30-7 p.m. opening “When Morning Comes,” an exhibit by photographer Brandon Thibodeaux of Dallas, Texas. Free to the public; come as you are. For more information, contact the CAC, 662-328-2787.
Saturday, Oct. 3
Hay Makin’ Day — Head to downtown West Point for the second annual Hay Makin’ Day with a fall farmers’ market, pumpkins, hay, cotton, flowers, crafts, hayrides and old-fashioned games from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. For more information, contact the Growth Alliance, 662-494-5121.
Wednesday, Oct. 7
Luke Bryan Farm Tour — Country music’s Luke Bryan brings his farm tour to the Golden Triangle. The show begins at 7 p.m. at Holtcamp Farm, 485 Pritchard Road, Starkville. (Parking opens at 2 p.m.; doors open at 5 p.m.) Advance tickets $47 ($5 more day of show). Guests are Sam Hunt, Chris Janson, Chancie Neal and DJ Rock. Go to lukebryan.com/farm-tour for tickets and event guidelines.
Walter Parks workshop — The Columbus Arts Council presents a workshop with Walter Parks at 6:30 p.m. The veteran guitarist/vocalist/composer was Richie Havens’ lead guitarist for a decade and leads the Southern rock band Swamp Cabbage. $20; register by noon Oct. 7. For details, contact the CAC, 662-328-2787.
Thursday, Oct. 8
Walter Parks in concert — Walter Parks returns to the Columbus Arts Council’s Rosenzweig Arts Center stage at 7 p.m. with his swamp guitar style and original music. Tickets are $10 in advance; $12 at the door. For information, contact the CAC, 662-328-2787.
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