Tuesday, Oct. 22
100+ Women Who Care — This philanthropic group meets 5:30-7 p.m. at the Courtyard by Marriott, Columbus, to select a local recipient nonprofit organization of its Impact Award. Members each donate $100 to the award and receive a vote; all donations go to recipient. Learn more at 100wwccolumbusms.org. Potential members are welcome. Registration/social time is 5:30 p.m.; meeting is 6-7 p.m.
HOPE event — A gathering in front of Columbus City Hall at 5:30 p.m. will be held in support of victims and survivors of breast cancer. All are welcome.
Wednesday, Oct. 23
Housing America — The Columbus Housing Authority and Cadence Bank present this event from 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. at Trotter Convention Center about the need for decent affordable housing for Columbus and Lowndes County. Vendors, exhibits, workshops, lunch and door prizes. Free to the public. For more information, contact the Housing Authority, 662-328-4236.
A Night at the Museum — This fundraiser for the Black Prairie Blues Museum in West Point is 6-9 p.m. at 640 Commerce St., West Point. See what’s planned for the blues museum. Limited tickets are $150. To purchase, or for more information, call or text 662-275-7819.
Thursday through Sunday, Oct. 24-27
“Southern Fried Funeral” — The West Point/Clay County Arts Council presents this comedic play at 7 p.m. Oct. 24-26, and 2 p.m. Oct. 27, at the Louise Campbell Center for the Arts, 521 Commerce St., downtown West Point. Tickets are $12 (cash or check only) at Petal Pushers, First United Methodist Church and the Growth Alliance, all in West Point. Limited seating.
Friday, Oct. 25
MSU/Bahamas National Youth Choir — Mississippi State choirs and the Bahamas National Youth Choir present a free concert at 7 p.m. at Starkville’s First Baptist Church, 106 E. Lampkin St. For more information, contact the MSU Department of Music, 662-325-3070.
Oct. 25-26, 30-31
Nightmare at the Fairgrounds — The Community Benefit Committee presents this haunting experience from 5-10 p.m. at the Columbus Fairgrounds on Highway 69 South. Haunted House is $10; Haunted Hayride is $5. All proceeds benefit the Lowndes County bike drive for kids. The attraction will also be open Oct. 28 for private groups and field trips from 11 a.m.-5 p.m., with reservations. For information, contact Rhonda Sanders, 662-549-5909.
Saturday, Oct. 26
Art in the Park — Starkville Area Arts Council’s fifth annual arts festival for children is a free event from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at J.L. King Park, Starkville. Youth enjoy art activities and hands-on musical experiences. Bring your own water and snacks, if desired. For more information, contact SAAC, 662-324-3080 or #artinthepark2019.
Oktoc Country Store — This annual fall fest featuring Brunswick stew, bake store, silent auction, farmers market, kids activities and live music is 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Oktoc Community Club at the corner of Oktoc and Robinson Roads in Oktibbeha County. Visit facebook.com/OktocCountryStore.
Sunday, Oct. 27
Because Hayden III — This benefit in memory of Hayden Allen includes music and food at Zachary’s, 205 Fifth St. N., Columbus. $10 cash entrance; live music, raffle prizes and food. For sponsorships or more information, call 662-329-7653.
Sunday Funday — This mini arts and music fest from 1-7 p.m. at 513-516 University Drive in Starkville features art and food vendors, kids’ art activities and music by Spontaneous Generation, Wright Moves, Andrew Rendon, Thunderleg, Hollagrahams and CBDB.
Tuesday, Oct. 29
Golden Triangle Outdoors banquet — Doors open at 6 p.m. for this Golden Triangle Outdoors fundraising banquet at the American Legion Building, 308 Chubby Drive, Columbus. Couples $40; single tickets $25, children under 15 $10. Meal begins at 6:45 p.m. For tickets or information, call 662-251-3366.
Thursday through Saturday, Oct. 31-Nov. 2
Art ‘n’ Antiques — A complimentary wine and cheese preview party from 6-8 p.m. Oct. 31 opens this three-day decorative arts show presented by Visit Columbus and the Cultural Heritage Foundation and hosted at the Rosenzweig Arts Center, 501 Main St. For more information, contact Visit Columbus, 800-920-3533.
Friday through Sunday, Nov. 1-3
Columbus Downtown Christmas Open House — Welcome Christmas early at this Open House at downtown merchants from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 1-2, and from 1-5 p.m. Nov. 3 at select stores. Open House shoppers are entered to win a grand prize worth hundreds of dollars in gift cards. For more information, contact Main Street Columbus, 662-328-6305.
Sunday, Nov. 3
Cookies with Santa — Bring the kids between 10 a.m.-2 p.m. to meet Santa at Starkville Community Theatre’s Playhouse on Main, 108 E. Main St., Starkville. $10 ticket includes one professional digital photo with Santa and take-home cookies.
Nov. 6-10, 12-15
“Moonlight and Magnolias” — Starkville Community Theatre presents this play set in 1939 Hollywood during the making of “Gone with the Wind” at 7:30 p.m. (except 2 p.m. Sunday) at the Playhouse on Main, 108 E. Main St., Starkville. Tickets are $15/$10 students (for mature audiences). Visit sct-online.org.
Thursday, Nov. 7
A Thanks Gathering — This annual community prayer service at 6 p.m. at the Downtown YMCA, 602 Second Ave. N., Columbus, features guest Wyatt Emerich, editor of The Northside Sun. All are welcome at this event sponsored by the Christian Community in Prayer Committee. For more information, email [email protected].
Friday and Saturday, Nov. 8-9
Ghosts & Legends — Visit Columbus’ spirited past on tours presented at 6:30, 7, 8 and 8:30 p.m. Buses depart the Tennessee William Welcome Center, 300 Main St. These tours presented by the Columbus Arts Council, Columbus Community Theatre and Columbus Cultural Heritage Foundation often fill quickly; advance tickets for desired tour times are recommended. Get tickets at the CAC, 501 Main St., columbus-arts. org or 662-328-2787.
Saturday, Nov. 9
Veterans Day Parade — This 10 a.m. Veterans Day Parade presented by KMG Creations in Starkville is followed by a musical tribute at the Oktibbeha County Courthouse at 11 a.m. The parade is free to participate in. For more information, contact Kayla Gilmore, 662-648-7382.
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