July 14-16 and 21-23
“Unplugged 2” — Starkville Community Theatre presents this summer musical revue and fundraiser featuring multiple singers and musicians covering artists including The Beatles, James Taylor, Bruno Mars and many more. Shows are at 7:30 p.m. at the Playhouse on Main, 108 E. Main St., Starkville. Tickets are $25. Call 662-323-6855 for tickets or information.
Friday, July 15
China Circus — Acrobats of China present China Circus at 8 p.m. in Mississippi University for Women’s Whitfield Hall on campus. For ticket information, call 877-212-4462, press 1, ask for Columbus performance. Tickets: adults $25, children $15, family pass $69. Discounted tickets for MUW faculty, staff and students.
Clay County Relay for Life — Join Relay teams and supporters at 6 p.m. at Sally Kate Winters Park in downtown West Point for this county-wide American Cancer Society fundraiser.
Saturday, July 16
Boys & Girls Club Golf Benefit — The Boys & Girls Club of the Golden Triangle presents this 14th annual golf tournament benefit at the Mississippi State University Golf Course, 1520 Old Highway 82 E., Starkville. Shotgun start is at 8 a.m. For entry and sponsorship information, contact Nadia Dale, 662-418-7285 or email [email protected].
“Carousel” film screening — Beat the heat as the Columbus Arts Council shows Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Carousel” at 3 p.m. in the Rosenzweig Arts Center Omnova Theater, 501 Main St. Free. The famous 1956 film version, adapted from the classic stage musical, stars Shirley Jones and Gordan MacRae. Call 662-328-2787 for more information.
Thursday, July 21
Sounds of Summer — The final 2016 Sounds of Summer concert at the Columbus Riverwalk features The Bouncing Betty from 7-9 p.m. Concessions available. Bring lawn chairs or blankets; no pets or coolers, please. For more information, contact Main Street Columbus, 662-328-6305.
Friday and Saturday,
July 22-23
“State Fair” — The West Point/Clay County Arts Council presents this musical at 7 p.m. at Center Stage, 534 E. Westbrook St., West Point. For ticket information, contact Kathy Dyess, 662-494-5678.
Friday, July 29
Artesia Day Back to School Bash — The town of Artesia kicks off Artesia Days from noon-4 p.m. with a game truck, water slide and free school supplies and food for children.
Thursday through Sunday, Aug. 4-7
Artesia Days — Activities begin Aug. 4 at 6 p.m.: 4-County workshop, giveaway, food, kickball. Aug. 5 at 6 p.m.: dance teams, DJ, speakers, entertainment. Aug. 6 at 2 p.m.: health fair, door prizes, tributes, entertainment through evening. Aug. 7 at 1 p.m.: ball games.
Friday, Aug. 5
Oktibbeha Relay for Life — Celebrate and remember at this fundraiser for the American Cancer Society from 6-11 p.m. at the Mississippi Horse Park in Starkville. For more information, contact Caleb Rich, 662-296-3747.
Sunday, Aug. 7
Exhibit opening — The West Point/Clay County Arts Council hosts a 2 p.m. exhibit opening of artwork by Lee Gibson Lox and Poor Julia at the Louise Campbell Center for the Arts, 235 Commerce St., West Point. For more information, contact Kathy Dyess, 662-494-5678 or visit wpccac.com.
Friday, Aug. 12
Friday Night Jams — Musicians entertain at the Louise Campbell Center for the Arts, 235 Commerce St., West Point. Free. For more information, call 662-494-5678.
Saturday, Aug. 13
Forks & Corks — This Starkville Area Arts Council fundraiser brings together chefs to compete for prizes, bragging rights and your vote at The Mill Conference Center in Starkville. Tickets for the 6:30 p.m. event are $75, or reserve tables for 8 for $600 (SAAC members), or $800 (non-members). Get them at starkvillearts.net or call 662-324-3080.
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