Tuesday, July 19
Clay County Bulldog Send-off — The MSU Alumni Association Clay County Chapter hosts a send-off party at 6:30 p.m. at Anthony’s Restaurant in West Point for new incoming freshmen and transfer students from Clay County and their parents. Free for incoming students; $10 for alumni, friends. RSVP to Gene Murray, [email protected] or 662-295-5757, or Brenda Edwards at [email protected].
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.
Thursday through Saturday, July 21-23
“Unplugged 2” — Starkville Community Theatre presents this summer musical revue and fundraiser featuring 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 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. Tickets $12 adults; $10 seniors; $7 students and ages 3-18, in West Point at Petal Pushers, First Methodist Church and Campbell Center for the Arts (Wednesday 1-4 p.m. only). For more information, call 662-295-5704.
Tuesday, July 26
Oktibbeha Bulldog Send-off — The MSU Alumni Association Oktibbeha County Chapter hosts a send-off party for new incoming MSU freshmen and transfer students from 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. at the MAFES Conference Center. RSVP to Robert Cadenhead at 662-418-8093 or [email protected].
Thursday, July 28
Lowndes Bulldog Send-off — The Lowndes County Chapter of the MSU Alumni Association invites new incoming MSU students and parents along with alumni and friends to a 5:30 p.m. send-off party at Lion Hills Center, 2331 Military Road, Columbus. Free for incoming students and parents; $10 for alumni, others. RSVP to Lisa Kerby at [email protected] or 662-386-6343, or Adrienne Morris at [email protected].
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.
Tuesday, Aug. 2
National Night Out in Starkville — This free event from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Starkville Sportsplex includes food and family games. The Night Out campaign promotes police-community partnerships to make neighborhoods safer. For more information, contact Corp. Mandy Wilson at [email protected].
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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