Milagros Workshop
2024-08-24 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Nuestro Arte Gallery, 100 W 4th St, #30, Hattiesburg, MS, 39401, United States
Artists Hector Soldo and Jacqueline Gonzalez Wooton will be partnering with anthropologists from the University of Mississippi and the University of Memphis to host the four free workshops, which will introduce audiences to the diverse art of the Latin community in Mississippi.
What to Expect
1. Introduction to Latin Folk Art
● Explore the Tradition: Learn about the rich history and cultural significance of sacred hearts, crosses, and hands decorated with milagros in hispanic folk art.
● Inspiration Session: Discover how the Latinx community celebrates and depicts these symbols in folk art.
2. Hands-on Crafting with Milagros
● Materials Provided: Each participant will receive wooden hearts, crosses, and hands, along with paints, brushes, and various milagros (small religious charms) for decoration.
● Guided Creation: Our experienced instructors will guide participants step-by-step in crafting their unique pieces, ensuring a fun and engaging experience for all.
3. Artistic Techniques and Skills
● Painting and Decorating: Participants will learn basic painting techniques and how to use milagros to decorate their hearts, crosses, and hands, developing their creativity and fine motor skills.
● Cultural Expression: The workshop will also touch on how different cultures, especially Latinx traditions, use these symbols in festivals, storytelling, and religious celebrations.
4. Take Home Your Creation
● Personalized Pieces: Each participant will leave with their own decorated creation, a unique piece of art that reflects their creativity and the cultural wonders they have explored.
5. Fun and Learning Combined
● Interactive Experience: This workshop is designed to be interactive and educational, blending art and culture in a way that’s accessible and enjoyable for everyone.
● Encouraging Creativity: Participants will be encouraged to express themselves and think creatively, using their imagination to bring their decorated hearts, crosses, and hands to life.
Why Attend?
● Cultural Enrichment: Gain insight into the rich cultural heritage of creating sacred hearts, crosses, and hands in Latinx traditions and beyond.
● Eco-Friendly Crafting: Learn the importance of using natural and sustainable materials, promoting environmental awareness.
● Creative Fun: Have a blast making colorful, creative decorations in a supportive and inspiring environment.

Democracy in Action Convening
2024-09-04 09:00 - 2024-09-06 19:00 | Jackson Convention Complex, 105 E Pascagoula St, Jackson, Mississippi, 39201, United States
Mississippi Votes inaugural Democracy in Action Convening, a pivotal event commemorating the 60th anniversary of Freedom Summer will be held this fall. The free and public event will honor the legacy of civil rights icons and veterans of the Mississippi Civil Rights Movement, featuring a plenary session with Dave Dennis, Sr.
Our goal is to inspire youth engagement and foster community building by uplifting the history and lessons of Freedom Summer. We believe this convening will be a meaningful contribution to the ongoing discourse on civil rights and democracy in our state.
The Democracy in Action Convening will be held from September 5-7 at the Jackson Convention Center in downtown Jackson, MS between 9am and 7pm every day. More information on events can be found at democracyinactionconvening.org.

Day of the Dead Skulls Workshop
2024-09-07 13:00 - 15:00 | Nuestro Arte Gallery, 100 W 4th St, #30, Hattiesburg, MS, 39401, United States
Mississippi Latinx Art Association Partners with University Anthropologists to Host Free Folkloric Art Workshops in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. This program is financially assisted by the National Endowment for the Humanities through the Mississippi Humanities Council.
Workshop Overview: Join us for a vibrant and culturally enriching workshop where we celebrate Day of the Dead by decorating plaster skulls. This hands-on workshop offers a unique opportunity to delve into the rich traditions of this Mexican holiday while expressing your creativity.
What You Will Learn:
Decorating Techniques:
● Learn various techniques for painting and decorating plaster skulls.
● Use vibrant colors, intricate patterns, and embellishments to personalize your skull.
Materials Provided:
● Plaster skulls
● Paints and brushes
● Decorative materials (sequins, glitter, beads, etc.)
Cultural Context:
● History and Significance: Discover the origins of Day of the Dead, a holiday that honors and remembers loved ones who have passed away. Learn about the symbolism of skulls, known as calaveras, and their importance in the celebration.
● Traditions and Practices: Understand the various customs associated with Day of the Dead, including altars (ofrendas), marigold flowers, and offerings of food and drink.
● Cultural Significance: Gain insight into how this holiday fosters a sense of community and continuity, connecting the world of the living with that of the deceased.
Why Attend:
● Cultural Enrichment: Immerse yourself in a significant cultural tradition and deepen your appreciation for Mexican heritage.
● Creative Expression: Enjoy a creative and relaxing activity as you design your unique plaster skull.
● Community Building: Connect with others who share an interest in cultural traditions and artistic expression.

Sunday Screening
2024-09-08 14:00 - 16:30 | TWO MISSISSIPPI MUSEUMS, 222 NORTH STREET , JACKSON, MS, United States
Join us for a screening of Rising Hope at 2 p.m. on Sunday, September 8, in the Craig H. Neilsen Auditorium of the Two Mississippi Museums.
Watch how Mississippians flip the narrative of systemic rural poverty through vibrant testimonies of hope.
This screening is part of the ongoing Sunday Screenings at the Two Mississippi Museums and is followed by a Q&A session.
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PRAGDA Spanish Film Festival
2024-09-11 17:30 - 20:00, 2024-09-25 17:30 - 20:00, 2024-10-09 17:30 - 20:00 | Jackson State University, 1400 J.R. Lynch Street, Jackson, MS, 39217
The PRAGDA Spanish Film Festival promotes Spanish language and culture by curating a series of films, offering a platform for educational and societal enrichment.
This event comprises the presentation of five films that typically extend beyond traditional cinema or streaming platforms, delving into themes that intricately intertwine personal and political dimensions. Each session includes the screening of curated cinematic pieces followed by a subsequent Q&A segment to foster engaging discussions exploring language variations, socio-cultural and political nuances.
The film series will consist of five screenings, each accompanied by discussions led by humanities experts. The events will take place at JSC Theater 2200 (Meeting Room), at Jackson State University, on the following dates:
Everybody Leaves (Todos se van)
Date: Wednesday, September 11, 2024
Time: 5:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
The Awakening of the Ants (El despertar de las hormigas)
Date: Wednesday, September 25, 2024
Time: 5:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
100 Ways to Cross the Border (Note: This date may be changed)
Date: Wednesday, October 9, 2024
Time: 5:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Drowning Letters (Cartas mojadas)
Date: Wednesday, October 23, 2024
Time: 5:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Nudo Mixteco
Date: Wednesday, November 6, 2024
Time: 5:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

“Ecstasy: Walter Anderson’s Transcendent Moment”
2024-09-12 16:00 - 17:00 | Blue Cross & Blue Shield MS Multi-Purpose Gallery
Experience Walter Anderson like never before! Join us for our guided tour “Ecstasy: Walter Anderson’s Transcendent Moment” with Mississippi State University Distinguished Professor Emeritus Brent Funderburk. Funderburk, an accomplished artist, will walk you through our Walter Anderson exhibit, revealing profound stories and secrets behind the masterpieces, and offering a unique perspective on Anderson.

The MAX is especially grateful to the Mississippi Humanities Council for their support of this event, at 4:00 – 5:00 pm September 12th.

Limited spots are available, register here: Brent Funderburk’s Ecstasy: Walter Anderson’s Transcendent Moment – Guided Tour – Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience (msarts.org)

Family Tree Movie Screening
2024-09-12 19:00 - 20:30 | Museum of Natural Science, 2148 Riverside Dr., Jackson, MS, 39202, United States
September 12th, kicks off the South Arts Southern Circuit Tour of Independent Filmmakers here in Jackson with a FREE screening of #FamilyTreeMovie at the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science at 7 p.m.

Family Tree explores sustainable forestry in North Carolina through the stories of two Black families working to preserve their land and legacy. Family Tree’s approach reveals the vast task of maintaining the land while navigating challenging family dynamics, unscrupulous developers, and changing environmental needs. The forest itself and the beauty of its changing seasons become a primary character in this family drama. Family Tree is a beautiful, inspiring, and heart-warming documentary about the ways in which thoughtful, sustainable land management is not only good for the environment but also for the individuals and families that work and care for the land.

You can register for your free tickets here: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/familytree (or scan the QR code in the poster).

The program is made possible through a partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts, Mississippi Film Office, Mississippi Humanities Council and Volunteer Mississippi.

Tennessee Williams Tribute
2024-09-12 19:30 - 2024-09-15 15:00 | Rosenzweig Arts Center, 501 Main Street , Columbus , MS, United States
The 2024 Tennessee Williams Tribute, scheduled for September 12-15, 2024, includes a poetry reading of original poems inspired by Williams’ works, four performances of “A Lovely Sunday for Creve Coeur,” one of Williams’ plays, and the presentation of the top three submissions to the Fourth Annual “10:4 Tenn” the ten-minute playwriting competition.
The poetry and playwriting events will be led by Elyzabeth Wilder, a noted Williams scholar at Sewanee: The University of the South, where she is an Assistant Professor of Creative Writing and The Tennessee Williams Playwright-in-Residence. She will provide context for what the attendees are about to experience and will lead a Q&A and interactive discussion of what the attendees have just witnessed, all within the context of Williams’ life and works.

Four performances of Williams’ play:
“A Lovely Sunday for Creve Coeur,” – September 12th (7:30pm), September 13th (7:30pm), September 14th (7:30pm), and September 15th (2pm) at the Rosenzweig Arts Center (501 Main Street, Columbus).
The presentations of the top three submissions in the 10:4 Tenn Ten-minute Playwriting competition will take place at 3pm on September 13th at the Second Stage Theatre in the Cromwell Communications Center (620 10th Street South) Columbus). The poetry reading event will take place at 12pm on September 14th at the Rosenzweig Arts Center.

Mississippi Book Festival
2024-09-14 09:00 - 17:00 | Mississippi State Capitol, 400 High St, Jackson, MS, 39201, United States
Each year, the Mississippi Book Festival unites readers and authors in an exhilarating celebration of books.

MHC is proud to be a major sponsor of the festival since it began 10 years ago. We will sponsor several panels including a highlight of our prison education program.
The Capitol’s stately rooms and nearby Galloway Church turn into venues for distinguished panelists, the streets in-between transform into a bustling marketplace for booksellers, and the grounds and Capitol Rotunda become a hub of lively exchange. FREE AND OPEN TO ALL, the festival brings the written word to fun, festive life with authors, panel discussions, book signings, family-friendly activities, food trucks, live music, and more!

Mississippi Museum Conference
2024-09-16 08:00 - 2024-09-17 17:00 | TWO MISSISSIPPI MUSEUMS, 222 NORTH STREET , JACKSON, MS, United States
The Mississippi Museum Conference will be held at the Two Mississippi Museums– Museum of Mississippi History and Mississippi Civil Rights Museum–on September 16–17, 2024, in Jackson. This two-day program will offer training and networking opportunities to cultural institutions in the state of Mississippi. Session topics will focus on best practices for museums in a range of topics such as community engagement, collections management, exhibit design, education, and more.
For more information, email Sarah Grantham, student learning manager at the Two Mississippi Museums, sgrantham@mdah.ms.gov or call 601-576-6799.

Speakers Bureau: Learning Mississippi History Through Historical Markers
2024-09-17 17:00 - 18:00 | Walthall County Library, 707 Union RD, Tylertown, MS, 39667-2261
From traditional green historical markers to the Mississippi Blues Trail, Freedom Trail, Country Music Trail, and Mississippi Mound Trail, the state’s history is told along its roads. The speaker, William “Brother” Rogers, takes a fun romp through history that will interest anyone who likes fascinating trivia about the state.

Ideas on Tap: Reimagining Statuary Hall
2024-09-18 18:00 - 20:00 | The Station, 3025 N State St,, Jackson, MS, 39216
Ideas on Tap: Reimagining Statuary Hall is a MHC program in partnership with Mississippi Today.
Join us for a fun and educational evening highlighting great Mississippians who have contributed to our state and nation.

10 people will present their favorite Mississippian and make the case for why they should represent the state in Congress’ Statuary Hall in a 5-minute Pecha Kucha-style performance.

This event is free and open to the public.

Speakers Bureau Presentation: “Slavery in Colonial Natchez: Cotton, Race, and Wealth before the Old South”
2024-09-19 10:00 - 11:00 | Museum of Natural Science, 2148 Riverside Dr., Jackson, MS, 39202, United States
“Slavery in Colonial Natchez: Cotton, Race, and Wealth before the Old South” examines how slaves and colonists weathered the economic and political upheavals that rocked the Lower Mississippi Valley in the years between the American Revolution and the Civil War.
Dr. Pinnen focuses on the fitful–and often futile–efforts of the English, the Spanish, and the Americans to establish plantation agriculture in Natchez and its environs, a district that emerged as the heart of the “Cotton Kingdom.” Within this setting, slaves seized on many weapons to claim their freedom and subsequently redefined the ever-changing meaning of race, slavery and freedom.

Slavery in Colonial Natchez: Cotton, Race, and Wealth before the Old South
2024-09-19 10:00 - 11:30 | Museum of Natural Science, 2148 Riverside Dr., Jackson, MS, 39202, United States
This presentation by Dr. Christian Pinnen examines how slaves and colonists weathered the economic and political upheavals that rocked the Lower Mississippi Valley in the years between the American Revolution and the Civil War.
Dr. Pinnen focuses on the fitful–and often futile–efforts of the English, the Spanish, and the Americans to establish plantation agriculture in Natchez and its environs, a district that emerged as the heart of the “Cotton Kingdom.” Within this setting, slaves seized on many weapons to claim their freedom and subsequently redefined the ever-changing meaning of race, slavery and freedom.

Music America: Iconic Objects from America’s Music History Museum Day Events
2024-09-20 08:00 - 2024-09-21 17:00 | GRAMMY Museum Mississippi, 800 West Sunflower Rd, Cleveland , MS, 38732, United States
GRAMMY Museum Mississippi is hosting a soft opening and curator-led exhibit tours on September 20, 2024.
Later in October followed by a panel discussion and live entertainment in the Museum’s Sanders Soundstage. Moderated by Bob Santelli, the Bruce Springsteen Archives & Center for American Music’s Founding Executive Director & Music America exhibit curator, the panel will feature special guests William Ferris (author, scholar and former chairman of the National Endowment for the Humanities), Marty Stuart (GRAMMY-winning country and bluegrass singer, songwriter, and musician), and Irma Thomas (GRAMMY-winning singer). The panelists will discuss the country’s nearly 250 years of music history, as well as the rich musical culture in the Delta, how that culture played a vital role in shaping a number of genres, from jazz to blues to rock and roll, and how that influence continues to be seen in music today.
On September 20, 2024, the Museum will host two events. At 9am, GMM will hold an exclusive exhibit preview and breakfast for members with a welcome given by exhibit curator and Founding Executive Director of the Bruce Springsteen Archives, Bob Santelli. The breakfast will be followed by a 10am education workshop for local students before the exhibit officially opens to the public. The workshop will include a discussion on the impact of music in America over the last 250 years.

The Blossoms Mother-Daughter Reading Club
2024-09-20 14:00 - 2024-09-21 15:00 | Lemuria Book Store, 4465 I-55 STE 20, Jackson, MS, 39206, United States
The Blossoms Mother-Daughter Reading Club is an intergenerational program that brings Black female Gen-Z students together with their mothers for dialogue that fosters voice, agency, self-confidence, & leadership. Reading texts centered on girlhood and womanhood, as experienced in Black culture, the group engages in bi-weekly workshops that enhance students’ vocabulary, comprehension, and verbal communication skills.
For the 2024-2025 season, the group of 50 (25 girls/25 moms) will read and discuss Taiyon J. Coleman‘s Traveling without Moving: Essays from a Black Woman Trying to Survive in America . During each bi-weekly meeting, the group will work towards the following objectives:
1. Explore themes such as Black culture, knowledge justice, empathy, systemic marginalization, girlhood, womanhood, strength of a mother, storytelling, and emergence
2. Summarize stories, pinpointing main ideas and supporting details
3. Examine imagery, metaphor, rhyme, alliteration, and symbolism
4. Compare and/or contrast characters and situations by making text-to-text, text-to-world, and text-to self connections
5. Complete interactive activities that help develop short, group presentations at a culminating event
September 21: Virtual Orientation — 2:00-3:00
September 22: Book Distribution Social at Lemuria Book Store — 2:00-3:00

Banned Books Week 2024
2024-09-23 16:00 - 2024-09-27 18:00 | MS
MUW, MSMS, and Friendly City Books will host 4 events during Banned Books Week, September 22-27th, to bring awareness to censorship attempts in the US and stimulate dialogue around this year’s theme: “Freed Between the Lines.”

On Monday, September 23rd at 4:00 pm in MUW Fant Library’s Tiered Classroom, we invite you to hear Dr. Shannon Oltmann’s invited talk, “Fanning the flames: Why book bans are on the rise and what we can do about it.” Dr. Oltmann, author and professor at University of Kentucky, will explore why book bans and censorship are happening more frequently and discuss what can be done to stand up against book bans. The talk will also be live-streamed and recorded.

On Tuesday, September 24th at 5:00 p.m., starting at the entrance of MUW’s campus, we will host a walkthrough featuring frequently and popular banned book titles and data about book banning in the U.S. The walkthrough will end at the W Galleries in Summer Hall for the opening reception of the Banned Books juried art exhibition. The reception will run from 5:30 p.m.-7:00 p.m., and refreshments will be provided. The exhibition will feature works that deal with particular banned books, or engage with themes that often result in censorship. The exhibition will run from September 23 – October 25, 2024

On Wednesday, September 25th from 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm at Friendly City Books in Downtown Columbus, join us for a read-aloud of Jeanette Walls’ The Glass Castle, the 17th most banned book in the 2010s, written by this year’s Welty Gala speaker. The first 25 people who register to participate will receive a FREE copy of the book, courtesy of The Friendly City Books Community Connection, a special project of the CREATE foundation.

All event details – including links – are available at libguides.muw.edu/bannedbooks. We hope you can celebrate with us! Any questions can be directed to Hillary Richardson (hhrichardson@muw.edu).

2024 MCHEP Convening
2024-09-25 09:30 - 2024-09-26 13:30 | Eagle Ridge Conference Center, 1500 Raymond Lake Rd., Raymond, MS, 39154
The 2024 MCHEP Convening will be held September 25 – 26, 2024, at the Eagle Ridge Conference Center and Resort in Raymond, Mississippi. The Convening is an annual event that focuses on best practices, policy updates, Pell implementation information designed to assist colleges, universities, and partners in prison education work to provide meaningful instruction leading to degree completion.

Wednesday, September 25, 2024
Registration from 9:30 – 10 a.m.
Convening starts at 10 a.m.
Dinner at 5 p.m.
Thursday, September 26, 2024
Agenda continues from 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Registration information is coming soon! If you are interested in sponsoring the convening, please fill out this sponsorship form.
For questions and interest, please contact Yolanda Houston at yhouston@woodwardhines.org.

The Mississippi Consortium for Higher Education in Prison (MCHEP) partners with major stakeholders within the state of Mississippi and beyond to bring quality resources and information to practitioners that will assist in supporting students impacted by the criminal justice systems while providing data and evaluations to expand and promote quality postsecondary education opportunities for students.

Speakers Bureau Presentation: “Gardening Southern Style”
2024-09-26 10:30 - 11:30 | Wayne County Library, 1103 Mississippi Dr, Waynesboro, MS, United States
Felder Rushing addresses how the food we grow in our region connects us in many ways regardless of who our ancestors were. He also discusses heirloom fruits and vegetables, cross-cultural plant swapping, and more!

Sink or Be Sunk!
2024-09-27 08:00 - 2024-09-28 17:00 | Bay St. Louis Community Hall, 301 Blaize Ave, Bay St Louis, MS, 39520
Sink or Be Sunk! is an original one-act play written for the Hancock County Historical Society. It is based on the well-researched book of the same name by HCHS member and historian Paul Estronza La Violette. The play recounts events in December of 1814 during the War of 1812 when the British navy arrived in Mississippi Gulf Coast waters. Two naval battles occurred at that time – one in the Bay of St. Louis and one in nearby Lake Borgne.
Two performances have been scheduled on Saturday, September 28 at the Bay St. Louis Community Hall. A proposed school performance for local Mississippi history students on Friday, September 27. The Community Hall is centrally located in Bay St. Louis. It has ample parking and is ADA compliant.
There will be displays in the lobby with more information and history.
There will be no admission fee, but reservations are suggested. Reservations can be made on the play website https://hancock39520.wixsite.com/sink-or-be-sunk

"Voices of Our People" Podcast Launch
2024-09-30 | MS
The University of Southern Mississippi launches “Voices of Our People,” a podcast series amplifying the consequential story of World War II through the voices of those who fought on its front lines and contributed to victory at home. The 10-week podcast series is funded by the Mississippi Humanities Council.
Each episode in “Voices of Our People: WWII” features approximately an hour of in-depth analysis by top military historians at USM combined with the excerpts from the extensive collection of interviews in the Center for Oral History and Cultural Heritage archive. A new episode will drop every week for the next 10 weeks.
“Voices of Our People: WWII” will be available across all podcast platforms.
Click here for information on the COHCH and click here for information on the Dale Center for the Study of War and Society.

60th Anniversary of Freedom Summer
2024-10-03 11:00 - 17:00 | COFO Building, 1017 J.R. Lynch St., Jackson, MS
During the events to commemorate the 60th anniversary of Freedom Summer, the first panel will include Jackson State University Professor of Political Science, Dr. Leslie-Burl McLemore, who was also a MFDP delegate to Atlantic City in 1964; University of Tennessee Chattanooga Professor of Political Science, Dr. Michelle Donaldson Deardorff; Southwest Minnesota State University Professor of History, Dr. Jeffrey Kolnick; Ohio State University Professor of History, Dr. Tiyi Morris; and Tougaloo College Professor of History and Vice President of Academic Affairs, Dr. Daphne Chamberlain. The panel will chart the centrality of the MFDP in the planning and formation of Freedom Summer, set out how the Summer Project played a catalytic and defining role in the passage of the 1965 Voting Rights Act, then reflect on the impact of the Voting Rights Act on Mississippi and US politics, and conclude by looking at the retreat from voting rights expansion after the U.S. Supreme Court’s Shelby v. Holder decision (2013).
The second panel will be made up of civil rights veterans including Dr. Leslie-Burl McLemore, Dr. Joyce Ladner, Rims Barber, MacArthur Cotton, Euvester Simpson, Charles McLaurin, and Jacqueline Byrd Martin. They are all native Mississippians who participated as staff members and volunteers for Freedom Summer, and they all played key roles in supporting the MFDP. They will tell their own stories as part of an ongoing conversation with the earlier panel of scholars. Nothing is more important than hearing the voices of those who made history, and, as we commemorate the 60th anniversary of Freedom Summer, those voices are becoming fewer and fewer. The panel will be moderated by Jackson State University Professor of History and Director of the Margaret Walker Center and COFO Center, Dr. Robert Luckett.
A luncheon and reception will be held in honor of these veterans, and they will be officially recognized for their contributions.
Schedule:Panel 1 – 11:00 amFree boxed lunch – 12:30 pmPanel 2 – 2:00 pmReception and Presentations – 4:00 pmThe entire event is free and open to the public at the COFO Civil Rights Education Center. If you can’t make it in person, the event will be live-streamed on JSU’s Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/jsutv
This program is sponsored by: Mississippi Humanities Council as well as the Division of Research and Economic Development and the Institute for Social Justice & Race Relations at Jackson State University.

Speakers Bureau: All Things Mississippi: The Beautiful Landscapes and the Great Strength of the People
2024-10-03 12:30 - 14:00 | Alcorn State University, 1000 ASU Drive, Lorman, MS, 39096
Anne McKee is recognized statewide as a passionate teacher of Mississippi history. Through the art of storytelling, Anne McKee uplifts the accomplishments of famous Mississippians and shares explores the history of a land and a people like no other. Native to the state, McKee’s love and support for Mississippi began in childhood as she sat at the knees of relatives to learn the Mississippi story—a story for her that is always new and fresh. She dresses in costumes representing the time period of the stories featured on the day of her programs, and at times, if the audience is willing, involves attendees in her stories.

Food, Culture, + Climate
2024-10-03 18:00 - 21:00 | Bonfire Restaurant, 2079 E Pass Rd Suite A, Gulfport, MS, 39507
“A reclamation and reflection on food systems, climate resilience, community economies, and foodways on the MS Gulf Coast.”
Join us at Bonfire Restaurant for a unique event exploring the intersection of food, culture, and climate. Indulge in delicious dishes while learning about sustainable practices and their impact on our environment. Connect with like-minded individuals passionate about preserving our planet through culinary experiences. Don’t miss this opportunity to delve into the delicious world of sustainability!
Panelist for the event include: Dr. Mary Coleman, Umi Mills, Ya-Sin Shabazz, Dr. Deanne Stephens

Speakers Bureau: The Mississippi Civil Rights Movement in Contemporary Times
2024-10-08 14:00 - 15:00 | Hinds Community College – Raymond Campus, 501 East Main Street, Raymond, 39154, United States
Flonzie Brown Wright will give a talk “The Mississippi Civil Rights Movement in Contemporary Times” at the McLendon Library at Hinds Community College in Raymond at 2pm.
Flonzie Brown Wright has been involved in the Civil Rights Movement since 1963. Her presentation examines the role of youths in the movement, the importance of women in the struggle, the impact of slavery and lessons learned and the impact today of obtaining the right to vote. Ms. Wright recaps the Civil Rights Movement and the lessons learned, and examines current strategies for achieving more community involvement, participation and proactive involvement. She stresses the importance of continued voter registration and education, chronicling and preserving our history, getting out the vote and increasing community awareness, interest and involvement.

30 Years of Resilience: Recovering Thee History of the School of Social
2024-10-10 14:00 - 19:00 | Mississippi Public Broadcasting, 3825 Ridgewood Road, Jackson, MS, 39211
’30 Years of Resilience: Recovering Thee History of the School of Social ‘ aims to preserve and document the milestones, achievements, and challenges of the School of Social Work at Jackson State University (JSU). Through the collection of oral histories, archived documents, and art, this project seeks to highlight the resilience and history of individuals who have shaped communities and inspired positive change. This documents the School of Social Work’s role in fostering accessibility and equity in higher education through social work across the State of Mississippi to ensure its history is accessible for future research and reflection. Through this event, audiences will have the opportunity to explore the historical significance and economic impact of HBCUs on various communities in Mississippi. Audiences will also be able to understand the successes and challenges experienced by HBCUs and bridge Mississippi HBCUs’ involvement in the 1975 Ayers v. Fordice class-action lawsuit.
This event includes a short program, oral history, a panel discussion with a moderator, and a Q&A session. The panel consist of three panelists exploring the evolution, impact, and challenges faced by The School of Social Work over the past three decades, highlighting its contributions to social justice, community welfare, and education. There will also be an unveiling of a mural in the School of Social Work-Master of Social Work Program that will honor the school’s legacy and achievements. A small reception with light refreshments will be held to provide an opportunity for networking, socializing, and further discussion.
This event will be held on Thursday, October 10, 2024, from 2:00-5:00 p.m. The program will be held in the auditorium of Mississippi Public Broadcasting located at 3825 Ridgewood Road, Jackson, MS, 39211. The outline of the program is as follows:
2:00-2:15-Opening Remarks/Welcome/Introduction to the Theme
2:15-2:30-Historical Reflection
2:15-2:45-Panel Discussion
2:45-3:15-Documenting the Journey/Oral History
3:15-3:45-Community Engagement/Q&A w/Moderator
3:45-4:00-Closing Remarks
4:00-5:00-Mural Unveiling and Networking Reception

Mississippi Archaeology Expo
2024-10-12 10:00 - 15:00 | Museum of Natural Science, 2148 Riverside Dr., Jackson, MS, 39202, United States
Celebrate MS Archaeology Month!
Join the MS Archaeology Association for this hands-on event at MDWFP’s Mississippi Museum of Natural Science in Jackson designed for school-aged children and adults.
Enjoy:
• Artifact Identification and Displays
• Atlatl Demonstrations (Spear throwing)
• Prehistoric Technology Stations
• Crafts
• Food Trucks
• Museum exhibits & “Dinosaurs Around the World” Exhibit, and more!

The Expo is the Mississippi Archaeological Association’s annual free, family-friendly event that celebrates Mississippi Archaeology Month and helps to educate the public on archaeology and American Indian cultural heritage in Mississippi. In addition to meeting Choctaw representatives and seeing lifeway displays, visitors will enjoy artifact identification and displays, atlatl demonstrations (spear throwing), prehistoric technology stations, crafts, and expert lectures at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. featuring Mississippi’s Ice Age megafauna and the American southeast at the end of the Ice Age. Visitors will meet representatives from the US Forest Service, the Bureau of Land Management, the Archaeological Conservancy, and the National Park Service. Food trucks will also be on-site, not included with Expo admission.
This program is financially assisted by the National Endowment for the Humanities through the Mississippi Humanities Council. The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent those of the Mississippi Humanities Council or the National Endowment for the Humanities.

Sunday Screening: Little Brother of War
2024-10-13 14:00 - 16:00 | TWO MISSISSIPPI MUSEUMS, 222 NORTH STREET , JACKSON, MS, United States
Join us for a screening of Little Brother of War at 2 p.m. on Sunday, October 13, in the Craig H. Neilsen Auditorium of the Two Mississippi Museums.
Directed by Bryan W. Carpenter, the 89-minute film focuses on the Native American game stickball and the struggle by the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians to keep traditions alive in the modern day.
This screening is part of the ongoing Sunday Screenings at the Two Mississippi Museums and is followed by a Q&A session.
