Friday, June 23
Why We Call it Soul Food — The Columbus-Lowndes Public Library presents a program by Brinda F. Willis at noon, “Why We Call it Soul Food.” Free. For more information, contact the library, 662-329-5300.
Dinner and a Movie — The Columbus Arts Council presents a free 7 p.m. showing of “My Dog Skip” (Kevin Bacon, Frankie Muniz), the film based on Willie Morris’ tale of his beloved dog, plus a Southern down home supper ($15) beforehand at 6 p.m., all at the Rosenzweig Arts Center, 501 Main St. Make dinner reservations by June 22 at 662-328-2787.
Sunday, June 25
West Point exhibit — The West Point/Clay County Arts Council hosts the opening of an exhibit of work by Richard Hazelwood and John Wells at 2 p.m. at the Louise Campbell Center for the Arts, 235 Commerce St., West Point. Free to the public. Visit wpccac.com.
Thursday, June 29
Sounds of Summer — Deacon Jones and the Late Night entertain at this free outdoor concert at the Riverwalk from 7-9 p.m. Food and cold beverages are available for purchase. Bring lawn chairs or blankets; no pets or coolers. Sponsored by Main Street Columbus and the Chamber of Commerce, For more information, call 662-328-6305.
Saturday, July 1
Fireworks on the Water — Celebrate Independence Day and Mississippi’s Bicentennial from 5-10 p.m. at the Columbus Lock and Dam East Bank. Bring the whole family for live entertainment, a major fireworks show, children’s activities and food vendors. Free admission.
Friday, July 7
Black and White Ball — This annual event benefiting National Night Out on Crime and Columbus’ city-wide toy drive is 7 p.m. at Trotter Convention Center. Tickets are $25 and include live music and dinner by Huck’s Place. Tables for eight, $225. Get tickets at the Columbus Police Department front lobby or the Columbus Arts Council. For information, call 662-251-7355 or 662-244-3528.
Saturday, July 8
Puppy Foam Party — 4 Paws for a Cause hosts this fundraiser for the Columbus-Lowndes Humane Society from 1-3 p.m. at the Animal Clinic of Columbus, 3157 Highway 45 N. Dog baths and “spaw” pedicures offered. Visit 4pawsforacause.us.events/html.
Thursday, July 13
Final Sounds of Summer — This concert series presented by the Chamber of Commerce and Main Street Columbus wraps up with live music from Style from 7-9 at the Columbus Riverwalk. Food and cold beverages are available for purchase. Bring lawn chairs or blankets; no pets or coolers. For more information, call 662-328-6305.
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