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SUMMARY:SB: Mississippi Telling
DESCRIPTION:The presenter provides an overview of the storytelling Renaissance in America with emphasis upon the oral tradition in Mississippi. The literary tradition of Mississippi owes much to the rich storytelling legacy that riddles the tales of our families and our communities as reflected in the works of many of our best authors: Welty\, Wright\, Faulkner\, Henley\, Williams. As part of the presentation\, Dr. Jernigan performs as a story teller calling upon on her rich repertoire of original tales and literary masterpieces gearing her choices of tales according to her audience and offers material for children and adults. \nSpeakers Expertise:\nRebecca Moore Jernigan is an internationally recognized scholar and professional storyteller who resides in Oxford.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/sb-mississippi-telling-3/
LOCATION:Memory Makers\, 311 Heritage Drive\, Oxford\, MS\, 38655
ORGANIZER;CN="Memory Makers":MAILTO:memory.makers@maxxsouth.net
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CREATED:20181206T214159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181206T214159Z
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SUMMARY:SB: All Things Mississippi: The Beautiful Landscapes and the Great Strength of the People
DESCRIPTION: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. \nSpeakers Expertise:\nAnne McKee is a storyteller\, free-lance writer and published author whose work is inspired by “her life in the south lane.” She is listed on the Mississippi Arts Commission’s Artist Roster and the MAC Teaching Artist Roster. In 2009\, she published Historic Photos of Mississippi and in 2010\, Remembering Mississippi\, both celebrating the singular beauty and culture of Mississippi. McKee is a master storyteller who uses her craft to teach the history and heritage of the South through the art of story and drama.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/sb-things-mississippi-beautiful-landscapes-great-strength-people-2/
LOCATION:Mississippi Industrial Heritage Museum\, 1808 4th Street\, Meridian\, MS\, 39301\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181215T110000
DTSTAMP:20260412T043907
CREATED:20181207T153344Z
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SUMMARY:Water/Ways @ Ag Museum: History of the Ross Barnett Reservoir
DESCRIPTION:On December 15\, join the Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum for a free and open to the public program about the history and usage of the Ross Barnett Reservoir. The program will feature Bobby Cleveland of the Pearl River Valley Water Supply District. Accompanying the talk will be a unique historic visual display created by the PRVWSD. The display will remain on site through December 21\, 2018. \nWater/Ways is a traveling exhibit offered by the Museum on Main Street division of the Smithsonian Institution and sponsored by the Mississippi Humanities Council. The exhibit explores water’s connection to all aspects of our society\, including the endless motion of the water cycle\, water’s effect on landscape\, settlement and migration\, and its impact on culture and spirituality. \nFuture Water/Ways events in Jackson:\nDecember 22\, 10am: Animal Encounters\nDecember 26-January 5\, all day: Augmented Reality Sandbox interactive display\nJanuary 8\, 10am: Story Time with Uncle Story\, Did A Dinosaur Drink This Water?\nJanuary 12\, 10am: Friends of the Mississippi River Basin Model presentation\nJanuary 19\, 10am-2pm: Enviroscape Table interactive display
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/water-ways-ag-museum-history-ross-barnett-reservoir/
LOCATION:Mississippi Agriculture & Forestry Museum\, 1150 Lakeland Drive\, Jackson\, MS\, 39216\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181214T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181214T150000
DTSTAMP:20260412T043907
CREATED:20181114T170433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181114T170433Z
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SUMMARY:SB: Mississippi Foodways
DESCRIPTION:This presentation offers observations by a longtime connoisseur of Southern food and culture on topics ranging from the history of Comeback Dressing to how the tamale came to Mississippi to the evolution of dining out in Mississippi. \nSpeakers Expertise:\nMalcolm White is a restaurateur\, promoter\, food enthusiast\, author of numerous articles about food in Mississippi and creator of award-winning recipes in the Southern genre. He is the director of the Mississippi Arts Commission.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/sb-mississippi-foodways/
LOCATION:Ridgeland High School\, 586 Sunnybrook Rd.\, Ridgeland\, MS\, 39157
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181213T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181213T170000
DTSTAMP:20260412T043907
CREATED:20181114T170307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181114T170307Z
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SUMMARY:SB: Mississippi Telling
DESCRIPTION:The presenter provides an overview of the storytelling Renaissance in America with emphasis upon the oral tradition in Mississippi. The literary tradition of Mississippi owes much to the rich storytelling legacy that riddles the tales of our families and our communities as reflected in the works of many of our best authors: Welty\, Wright\, Faulkner\, Henley\, Williams. As part of the presentation\, Dr. Jernigan performs as a story teller calling upon on her rich repertoire of original tales and literary masterpieces gearing her choices of tales according to her audience and offers material for children and adults. \nSpeakers Expertise:\nRebecca Moore Jernigan is an internationally recognized scholar and professional storyteller who resides in Oxford.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/sb-mississippi-telling-2/
LOCATION:Emily Jones Pointer Public Library\, 104 Main Street\, Como\, MS\, 38619
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181211T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181211T190000
DTSTAMP:20260412T043907
CREATED:20181128T151325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181128T151325Z
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SUMMARY:Ideas on Tap: Investing in Green
DESCRIPTION:On December 11\, join the Mississippi Humanities Council for a special December edition of Ideas on Tap. \n“Ideas on Tap: Investing in Green” will focus on the relationship between environmentalism and economic development. Is it possible for the two to exist in harmony? How do we prioritize one over the other? We’ll look at local examples like the One Lake proposal to help understand the issues. Hear from Tray Hairston\, an attorney who specializes in economic development; Jill Mastrototaro\, policy director for Audubon Mississippi; and others. \nThis Ideas on Tap will take place in conjunction with the Smithsonian Museum on Main Street traveling exhibit “Water/Ways\,” sponsored by the MHC and on display at the Mississippi Agriculture & Forestry Museum in Jackson December 7 through January 19. \nBe sure to come out for this special holiday edition of Ideas on Tap to celebrate “Water/Ways” before it leaves town. As always\, snacks and great conversation are on us\, and drinks are on you. \nFuture Water/Ways events in Jackson:\nDecember 15\, 10am: History of the Ross Barnett Reservoir\nDecember 22\, 10am: Animal Encounters\nDecember 26-January 5\, all day: Augmented Reality Sandbox interactive display\nJanuary 8\, 10am: Story Time with Uncle Story\, Did A Dinosaur Drink This Water?\nJanuary 12\, 10am: Friends of the Mississippi River Basin Model presentation\nJanuary 19\, 10am-2pm: Enviroscape Table interactive display
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/ideas-tap-investing-green/
LOCATION:Hal & Mal’s\, 200 Commerce Street\, Jackson\, MS\, 39201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181211T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181211T110000
DTSTAMP:20260412T043907
CREATED:20181207T152532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181207T152532Z
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SUMMARY:Water/Ways @ Ag Museum: Story Time With Uncle Story
DESCRIPTION:  \nOn December 11\, the Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum will present a free and open to the public presentation of Story Time With Uncle Story. The program\, which will take place in conjunction with the Smithsonian traveling exhibit Water/Ways\, will feature the children’s book The Great Big Water Cycle Adventure by Kay Barnham. \nFollowing story time\, visitors can hear from Corey Wright\, Conservation Educator and Naturalist at the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science. In addition to his talk\, Wright will also have some aquatic animals for visitors to meet and learn about. \nWater/Ways is a traveling exhibit offered by the Museum on Main Street division of the Smithsonian Institution and sponsored by the Mississippi Humanities Council. The exhibit explores water’s connection to all aspects of our society\, including the endless motion of the water cycle\, water’s effect on landscape\, settlement and migration\, and its impact on culture and spirituality. \nFuture Water/Ways events in Jackson:\nDecember 11\, 5:30-7pm: Ideas on Tap: Investing in Green\nDecember 15\, 10am: History of the Ross Barnett Reservoir\nDecember 22\, 10am: Animal Encounters\nDecember 26-January 5\, all day: Augmented Reality Sandbox interactive display\nJanuary 8\, 10am: Story Time with Uncle Story\, Did A Dinosaur Drink This Water?\nJanuary 12\, 10am: Friends of the Mississippi River Basin Model presentation\nJanuary 19\, 10am-2pm: Enviroscape Table interactive display \n \n 
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/2795/
LOCATION:Mississippi Agriculture & Forestry Museum\, 1150 Lakeland Drive\, Jackson\, MS\, 39216\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181208T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181208T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T043907
CREATED:20181207T150702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181207T150702Z
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SUMMARY:Water/Ways @ Ag Museum: Grand Opening
DESCRIPTION:On December 8\, join the Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum for the grand opening of the Smithsonian Institution’s traveling exhibit\, Water/Ways. Water/Ways\, which will be on display through January 19\, is free and open to the public. \nThe grand opening will feature a program by Water/Ways state scholar\, Dr. James Giesen. His talk\, “Water Ways: Ebbs and Flows of Mississippi History\,” will discuss the many ways in which water and agriculture have gone hand-in-hand in Mississippi’s history\, from the rise of independent African American and white farmers after the Civil War\, to the 1927 flood\, to the glistening catfish ponds of the late twentieth century. \nThe grand opening will also feature an exhibition from the Mississippi branch of the National Water and Climate Center. The NRCS will have its Soil Health Rainfall Simulator on site demonstrating the effects of conservation practices such as no-till farming\, cover crops\, residue management\, and prescribed grazing effects that improve soil health and water cycling on agricultural land. \nWater/Ways is a traveling exhibit offered by the Museum on Main Street division of the Smithsonian Institution and sponsored by the Mississippi Humanities Council. The exhibit explores water’s connection to all aspects of our society\, including the endless motion of the water cycle\, water’s effect on landscape\, settlement and migration\, and its impact on culture and spirituality. \nFuture Water/Ways events in Jackson:\nDecember 11\, 10 am: Story Time with Uncle Story\, The Great Big Water Cycle Adventure\nDecember 11\, 5:30-7pm: Ideas on Tap: Investing in Green\nDecember 15\, 10am: History of the Ross Barnett Reservoir\nDecember 22\, 10am: Animal Encounters\nDecember 26-January 5\, all day: Augmented Reality Sandbox interactive display\nJanuary 8\, 10am: Story Time with Uncle Story\, Did A Dinosaur Drink This Water?\nJanuary 12\, 10am: Friends of the Mississippi River Basin Model presentation\nJanuary 19\, 10am-2pm: Enviroscape Table interactive display
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/water-ways-ag-museum-grand-opening/
LOCATION:Mississippi Agriculture & Forestry Museum\, 1150 Lakeland Drive\, Jackson\, MS\, 39216\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181207
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190120
DTSTAMP:20260412T043907
CREATED:20180411T190012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180411T190012Z
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SUMMARY:Water/Ways in Jackson
DESCRIPTION:The Mississippi Agriculture & Forestry Museum will host Water/Ways\, a traveling exhibit from the Smithsonian Institution\, from December 7 through January 19. \nWater/Ways is a traveling exhibit offered by the Museum on Main Street division of the Smithsonian Institution. It consists of five free-standing display units incorporating photographs and text as well as numerous interactives ranging from basic flip charts to state of the art audio and video devices. Requiring a display area of a minimum of 650 sq. ft.\, the exhibit is designed for smaller venues\, thereby achieving the goal of “bringing the Smithsonian to Small Town America.” \nWater/Ways explores the endless motion of the water cycle\, water’s effect on landscape\, settlement and migration\, and its impact on culture and spirituality. It looks at how political and economic planning have long been affected by access to water and control of water resources. Human creativity and resourcefulness provide new ways of protecting water resources and renewing respect for the natural environment.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/water-ways-jackson/
LOCATION:Mississippi Agriculture & Forestry Museum\, 1150 Lakeland Drive\, Jackson\, MS\, 39216\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181206T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181206T190000
DTSTAMP:20260412T043907
CREATED:20181126T181025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181126T181025Z
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SUMMARY:SB: A Look at Mande (West African) Culture Through Traditional Music
DESCRIPTION:This presentation will give the listener a glimpse of the Mande Culture of West Africa. In the tradition of the Mande\, the history and culture is orally preserved in the minds and through the music of the Djeli (oral librarian/mandenka hereditary professional musicians). The establishment of the Mali Empire can be recalled and retold in the musical piece of the legendary Densoba (great warrior) Sunjata. This discussion explores the function of the Mande music and musical instruments\, Mande class system\, songs\, ceremonies and stories. The discussion also examines the influence of West Africa on American culture and why the djembe was outlawed during slavery. Participants will learn about the djembe\, its introduction by drummers like Babatunde Olatunji in 1950 and Ladji Camara from Guinea\, and how it spread throughout America. \nSpeakers Expertise:\nJerry Jenkins is a musician and educator trained in the music of West Africa.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/sb-look-mande-west-african-culture-traditional-music-3/
LOCATION:4 Your Occassions Banquet Hall\, 1015 W. Northside Drive\, Jackson\, MS\, 39213
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181201T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181201T163000
DTSTAMP:20260412T043907
CREATED:20181128T160439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181128T160439Z
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SUMMARY:School Integration Revisited: Yazoo City & Meridian
DESCRIPTION:On December 1\, the MHC and the Mississippi Arts & Entertainment Experience (MAX) will host a free and open to the public film screening and panel discussion titled “School Integration Revisited: Yazoo City and Meridian.” \nThe program will begin with a free screening of “Yazoo Revisited\,” a documentary film by David Rae Morris that examines school integration in Yazoo City\, Mississippi. Following the screening will be a panel discussion to discuss school integration in both Yazoo City and Meridian. The panel will include David Rae Morris\, Melba Clark Payne\, the first African American educator at Northwest High School in Meridian\, and Ida Tomlin\, Director of Operations at The MAX and former student in Meridian during the Freedom of Choice era. The panel will be moderated by MHC Executive Director Dr. Stuart Rockoff.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/school-integration-revisited-yazoo-city-meridian/
LOCATION:The MAX\, 2118 Front St\, Meridian\, MS\, 39301\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181201T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181201T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T043907
CREATED:20181022T200329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181022T200329Z
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SUMMARY:Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: Lessons From The Way of Water for Native Americans
DESCRIPTION:On December 1\, the Ocean Springs Municipal Library will host Dr. Susan Glanville to present her program “Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans.” Glanville will explore with the audience the role of water in the worlds of the first inhabitants of our land and people of modern times.  The free program will take place in conjunction with the Smithsonian traveling exhibit Water/Ways\, on display at the Ocean Springs Municipal Library through November 30. \nWater/Ways is a traveling exhibit offered by the Museum on Main Street division of the Smithsonian Institution. The exhibit explores water’s connection to all aspects of our society\, including the endless motion of the water cycle\, water’s effect on landscape\, settlement and migration\, and its impact on culture and spirituality. \nExhibit hours are Monday-Thursday 10am-6pm and Friday-Saturday 10am-4pm. School and group visits are welcome but are encouraged to schedule a visit by contacting the library in advance at 228-875-1193.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/water-ways-ocean-springs-lessons-way-water-native-americans/
LOCATION:Ocean Springs Municipal Library\, 525 Dewey Avenue\, Ocean Springs\, MS\, 39564\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181130T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181130T090000
DTSTAMP:20260412T043907
CREATED:20181024T145736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181024T145736Z
UID:11077-1543564800-1543568400@www.mshumanities.org
SUMMARY:SB: Mississippi Telling
DESCRIPTION:The presenter provides an overview of the storytelling Renaissance in America with emphasis upon the oral tradition in Mississippi. The literary tradition of Mississippi owes much to the rich storytelling legacy that riddles the tales of our families and our communities as reflected in the works of many of our best authors: Welty\, Wright\, Faulkner\, Henley\, Williams. As part of the presentation\, Dr. Jernigan performs as a story teller calling upon on her rich repertoire of original tales and literary masterpieces gearing her choices of tales according to her audience and offers material for children and adults. \nSpeakers Expertise:\nRebecca Moore Jernigan is an internationally recognized scholar and professional storyteller who resides in Oxford.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/sb-mississippi-telling/
LOCATION:Itawamba Agricultural High School\, 11900 Hwy 25 South\, Fulton\, MS\, 38843
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181129T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181129T200000
DTSTAMP:20260412T043907
CREATED:20180910T181749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180910T181749Z
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SUMMARY:Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: How Storms Have Impacted Life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast
DESCRIPTION:On November 29\, the Mary C. O’Keefe Cultural Center\, in partnership with the Ocean Springs Municipal Library\, will host a free and open to the public storytelling program about storms on the Coast. The program will include four primary speakers–Mary Anderson Picard\, Rafe O’Neal\, Julian Brunt\, and Connie Moran–who will discuss how storms have impacted life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Attendees are encouraged to share their own stories. The program will address area of art\, industry\, food\, and entertainment. The free program will take place in conjunction with the Smithsonian traveling exhibit Water/Ways\, on display at the Ocean Springs Municipal Library through November 30. \nWater/Ways is a traveling exhibit offered by the Museum on Main Street division of the Smithsonian Institution. The exhibit explores water’s connection to all aspects of our society\, including the endless motion of the water cycle\, water’s effect on landscape\, settlement and migration\, and its impact on culture and spirituality. \nExhibit hours are Monday-Thursday 10am-6pm and Friday-Saturday 10am-4pm. School and group visits are welcome but are encouraged to schedule a visit by contacting the library in advance at 228-875-1193. \nFuture Water/Ways events in Ocean Springs:\nDecember 1\, 10am-12pm: Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/storms-impacted-life-mississippi-gulf-coast/
LOCATION:The Mary C. O’Keefe Cultural Center\, 1600 Government Street\, Ocean Springs\, MS\, 39564
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181128T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181128T104500
DTSTAMP:20260412T043907
CREATED:20181015T210327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181015T210327Z
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SUMMARY:Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: Water-related Story & Craft Time
DESCRIPTION:On November 28\, the Ocean Springs Municipal Library will host a water-related story and craft time for families. Parents are encouraged to bring their preschool-aged children for story time and crafts with children’s librarian Maureen Downey. The free program will take place in conjunction with the Smithsonian traveling exhibit Water/Ways\, on display at the Ocean Springs Municipal Library through November 30. \nWater/Ways is a traveling exhibit offered by the Museum on Main Street division of the Smithsonian Institution. The exhibit explores water’s connection to all aspects of our society\, including the endless motion of the water cycle\, water’s effect on landscape\, settlement and migration\, and its impact on culture and spirituality. \nExhibit hours are Monday-Thursday 10am-6pm and Friday-Saturday 10am-4pm. School and group visits are welcome but are encouraged to schedule a visit by contacting the library in advance at 228-875-1193. \nFuture Water/Ways events in Ocean Springs:\nNovember 29\, 5:30-7:30pm: How Storms Have Impacted Life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast\nDecember 1\, 10am-12pm: Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/water-ways-ocean-springs-water-related-story-craft-time-5/
LOCATION:Ocean Springs Municipal Library\, 525 Dewey Avenue\, Ocean Springs\, MS\, 39564\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181127T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181127T193000
DTSTAMP:20260412T043907
CREATED:20181022T195526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181022T195526Z
UID:11073-1543341600-1543347000@www.mshumanities.org
SUMMARY:Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: Sci-Cafe
DESCRIPTION:On November 27\, the USM Gulf Coast Research Lab will host its Sci-Cafe with a program on the history and design of the Harrison County Seawall. The program\, which will take place in the Research Lab’s Gunter Library\, will feature architect Philip Shaw. The free program will take place in conjunction with the Smithsonian traveling exhibit Water/Ways\, on display at the Ocean Springs Municipal Library through November 30. \nWater/Ways is a traveling exhibit offered by the Museum on Main Street division of the Smithsonian Institution. The exhibit explores water’s connection to all aspects of our society\, including the endless motion of the water cycle\, water’s effect on landscape\, settlement and migration\, and its impact on culture and spirituality. \nExhibit hours are Monday-Thursday 10am-6pm and Friday-Saturday 10am-4pm. School and group visits are welcome but are encouraged to schedule a visit by contacting the library in advance at 228-875-1193. \nFuture Water/Ways events in Ocean Springs:\nNovember 28\, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time\nNovember 29\, 5:30-7:30pm: How Storms Have Impacted Life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast\nDecember 1\, 10am-12pm: Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/water-ways-ocean-springs-2/
LOCATION:USM Gulf Coast Research Lab\, 703 E Beach Drive\, Ocean Springs\, MS\, 39564\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181124T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181124T170000
DTSTAMP:20260412T043907
CREATED:20181114T170620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181114T170620Z
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SUMMARY:SB: A Look at Mande (West African) Culture Through Traditional Music
DESCRIPTION:This presentation will give the listener a glimpse of the Mande Culture of West Africa. In the tradition of the Mande\, the history and culture is orally preserved in the minds and through the music of the Djeli (oral librarian/mandenka hereditary professional musicians). The establishment of the Mali Empire can be recalled and retold in the musical piece of the legendary Densoba (great warrior) Sunjata. This discussion explores the function of the Mande music and musical instruments\, Mande class system\, songs\, ceremonies and stories. The discussion also examines the influence of West Africa on American culture and why the djembe was outlawed during slavery. Participants will learn about the djembe\, its introduction by drummers like Babatunde Olatunji in 1950 and Ladji Camara from Guinea\, and how it spread throughout America. \nSpeakers Expertise:\nJerry Jenkins is a musician and educator trained in the music of West Africa.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/sb-look-mande-west-african-culture-traditional-music-2/
LOCATION:Cotton Market Venue\, 2644 S. Pearson Rd.\, Richland\, MS\, 39218
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181121T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181121T104500
DTSTAMP:20260412T043907
CREATED:20181015T210149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181015T210149Z
UID:11065-1542794400-1542797100@www.mshumanities.org
SUMMARY:Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: Water-related Story & Craft Time
DESCRIPTION:On November 21\, the Ocean Springs Municipal Library will host a water-related story and craft time for families. Parents are encouraged to bring their preschool-aged children for story time and crafts with children’s librarian Maureen Downey. The free program will take place in conjunction with the Smithsonian traveling exhibit Water/Ways\, on display at the Ocean Springs Municipal Library through November 30. \nWater/Ways is a traveling exhibit offered by the Museum on Main Street division of the Smithsonian Institution. The exhibit explores water’s connection to all aspects of our society\, including the endless motion of the water cycle\, water’s effect on landscape\, settlement and migration\, and its impact on culture and spirituality. \nExhibit hours are Monday-Thursday 10am-6pm and Friday-Saturday 10am-4pm. School and group visits are welcome but are encouraged to schedule a visit by contacting the library in advance at 228-875-1193. \nFuture Water/Ways events in Ocean Springs:\nNovember 27\, 6-7:30pm: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe\nNovember 28\, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time\nNovember 29\, 5:30-7:30pm: How Storms Have Impacted Life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast\nDecember 1\, 10am-12pm: Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/water-ways-ocean-springs-water-related-story-craft-time-4/
LOCATION:Ocean Springs Municipal Library\, 525 Dewey Avenue\, Ocean Springs\, MS\, 39564\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181120T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181120T130000
DTSTAMP:20260412T043907
CREATED:20181022T194426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181022T194426Z
UID:11072-1542715200-1542718800@www.mshumanities.org
SUMMARY:Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: The BP Oil Spill\, Eight Years Later
DESCRIPTION:On November 20\, the Ocean Springs Municipal Library will host a free and open to the public program titled “The BP Oil Spill: Eight Years Later.” The program will feature Steve Shepard\, President of the Sierra Club’s Gulf Coast Group\, to discuss the environmental implications of the oil spill. The free program will take place in conjunction with the Smithsonian traveling exhibit Water/Ways\, on display at the Ocean Springs Municipal Library through November 30. \nWater/Ways is a traveling exhibit offered by the Museum on Main Street division of the Smithsonian Institution. The exhibit explores water’s connection to all aspects of our society\, including the endless motion of the water cycle\, water’s effect on landscape\, settlement and migration\, and its impact on culture and spirituality. \nExhibit hours are Monday-Thursday 10am-6pm and Friday-Saturday 10am-4pm. School and group visits are welcome but are encouraged to schedule a visit by contacting the library in advance at 228-875-1193. \nFuture Water/Ways events in Ocean Springs:\nNovember 21\, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time\nNovember 27\, 6-7:30pm: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe\nNovember 28\, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time\nNovember 29\, 5:30-7:30pm: How Storms Have Impacted Life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast\nDecember 1\, 10am-12pm: Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/water-ways-ocean-springs-bp-oil-spill-eight-years-later/
LOCATION:Ocean Springs Municipal Library\, 525 Dewey Avenue\, Ocean Springs\, MS\, 39564\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181117T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181117T123000
DTSTAMP:20260412T043907
CREATED:20181022T193048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181022T193048Z
UID:11071-1542447000-1542457800@www.mshumanities.org
SUMMARY:Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: N2RH2O Kayak & Canoe Trip
DESCRIPTION:On November 17\, the Ocean Springs Municipal Library is encouraging Coast residents to join in a free kayak and canoe trip around Jackson County. The trip\, “Get N2RH2O!” will celebrate the community’s proximity to and connection with water. The free trip will take place in conjunction with the Smithsonian traveling exhibit Water/Ways\, on display at the Ocean Springs Municipal Library through November 30. \nWater/Ways is a traveling exhibit offered by the Museum on Main Street division of the Smithsonian Institution. The exhibit explores water’s connection to all aspects of our society\, including the endless motion of the water cycle\, water’s effect on landscape\, settlement and migration\, and its impact on culture and spirituality. \nExhibit hours are Monday-Thursday 10am-6pm and Friday-Saturday 10am-4pm. School and group visits are welcome but are encouraged to schedule a visit by contacting the library in advance at 228-875-1193. \nFuture Water/Ways events in Ocean Springs:\nNovember 20\, 12pm: BP Oil Spill\, Eight Years Later\nNovember 21\, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time\nNovember 27\, 6-7:30pm: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe\nNovember 28\, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time\nNovember 29\, 5:30-7:30pm: How Storms Have Impacted Life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast\nDecember 1\, 10am-12pm: Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/water-ways-ocean-springs-n2rh2o-kayak-canoe-trip/
LOCATION:MS
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181115T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181115T190000
DTSTAMP:20260412T043907
CREATED:20181022T202554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181022T202554Z
UID:11076-1542294000-1542308400@www.mshumanities.org
SUMMARY:Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: Oysters & Seafood Safety/Terrapins & TEDs
DESCRIPTION:On November 15\, the Ocean Springs Municipal Library will host a free and open to the public about seafood and wildlife on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The program will feature Jessica Rankin and Avery Sward\, both from the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources. The free program will take place in conjunction with the Smithsonian traveling exhibit Water/Ways\, on display at the Ocean Springs Municipal Library through November 30. \nWater/Ways is a traveling exhibit offered by the Museum on Main Street division of the Smithsonian Institution. The exhibit explores water’s connection to all aspects of our society\, including the endless motion of the water cycle\, water’s effect on landscape\, settlement and migration\, and its impact on culture and spirituality. \nExhibit hours are Monday-Thursday 10am-6pm and Friday-Saturday 10am-4pm. School and group visits are welcome but are encouraged to schedule a visit by contacting the library in advance at 228-875-1193. \nFuture Water/Ways events in Ocean Springs:\nNovember 17\, 9:30am-12:30pm: Get N2RH20 Kayaking trip\nNovember 20\, 12pm: BP Oil Spill\, Eight Years Later\nNovember 21\, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time\nNovember 27\, 6-7:30pm: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe\nNovember 28\, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time\nNovember 29\, 5:30-7:30pm: How Storms Have Impacted Life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast\nDecember 1\, 10am-12pm: Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/water-ways-ocean-springs-oysters-seafood-safety-terrapins-teds/
LOCATION:Ocean Springs Municipal Library\, 525 Dewey Avenue\, Ocean Springs\, MS\, 39564\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181114T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181114T170000
DTSTAMP:20260412T043907
CREATED:20180716T192623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180716T192623Z
UID:11008-1542204000-1542214800@www.mshumanities.org
SUMMARY:The Orators: In the Pursuit of "Happyness"
DESCRIPTION:The Shackouls Honors College is pleased to continue The Orators program on Wednesday\, November 14 with Dr. Corey Keyes. Dr. Keyes\, a sociologist and a psychologist in the Department of Sociology at Emory University\, will present “Finding Me Through The Search for Happiness” at 2 p.m. Griffis Hall\, Room 401 on the MSU campus. As a teacher and a researcher\, he is best known for his work in “positive psychology”. His interests in mental health\, methods for attaining positive social relationships\, and the psychology of aging have made him a much sought after speaker. Author of many books and articles\, his mental health model has been adopted by Canadian Public Health Agency into its surveillance program. \nThe Orators program kicked off in September during the Honors College’s annual Classical Week. It is a year long program which invites speakers\, representing various academic disciplines and topics\, to engage and enrich the university and local communities in research\, course work\, and public lectures. Since the Honors College touches all colleges at MSU through curriculum design\, active research and special events\, there is a specific theme for each year. The theme for this first year is “Searching for Self: Who Am I Anyway?” \nA reception to meet the speaker follows the lecture. For additional information\, contact Dr. Donna Clevinger  dclevinger@honors.msstate.edu or 662-325-2522. Free Admission.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/the-orators-2/
LOCATION:Mississippi State University\, Bost Theater\, Starkville\, MS
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181114T104500
DTSTAMP:20260412T043907
CREATED:20181015T204926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181015T204926Z
UID:11064-1542189600-1542192300@www.mshumanities.org
SUMMARY:Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: Water-related Story & Craft Time
DESCRIPTION:On November 14\, the Ocean Springs Municipal Library will host a water-related story and craft time for families. Parents are encouraged to bring their preschool-aged children for story time and crafts with children’s librarian Maureen Downey. The free program will take place in conjunction with the Smithsonian traveling exhibit Water/Ways\, on display at the Ocean Springs Municipal Library through November 30. \nWater/Ways is a traveling exhibit offered by the Museum on Main Street division of the Smithsonian Institution. The exhibit explores water’s connection to all aspects of our society\, including the endless motion of the water cycle\, water’s effect on landscape\, settlement and migration\, and its impact on culture and spirituality. \nExhibit hours are Monday-Thursday 10am-6pm and Friday-Saturday 10am-4pm. School and group visits are welcome but are encouraged to schedule a visit by contacting the library in advance at 228-875-1193. \nFuture Water/Ways events in Ocean Springs:\nNovember 15\, 3-7pm: Oysters & Seafood Safety/Terrapins & TEDs\nNovember 17\, 9:30am-12:30pm: Get N2RH20 Kayaking trip\nNovember 20\, 12pm: BP Oil Spill\, Eight Years Later\nNovember 21\, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time\nNovember 27\, 6-7:30pm: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe\nNovember 28\, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time\nNovember 29\, 5:30-7:30pm: How Storms Have Impacted Life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast\nDecember 1\, 10am-12pm: Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/water-ways-ocean-springs-water-related-story-craft-time-3/
LOCATION:Ocean Springs Municipal Library\, 525 Dewey Avenue\, Ocean Springs\, MS\, 39564\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181113T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181113T180000
DTSTAMP:20260412T043907
CREATED:20180910T180138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180910T180138Z
UID:11040-1542124800-1542132000@www.mshumanities.org
SUMMARY:Performing Jazz Diasporas from Africa to the U.S. to France
DESCRIPTION:Specialist in Performance studies\, performer\, Humanities postdoctoral fellow from Stanford\, and Associate Professor in Africana Studies in Williams College\, Dr. Rashida K. Braggs will discuss her most recent book\, Jazz Diasporas: Race\, Music and Migration in Post-World War II Paris\, with members of the Starkville and University community at Mississippi State University. Her book considers negotiations of power and culture as African American jazz musicians sought new opportunities when they migrated to Paris in the 1940s.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/performing-jazz-diasporas-africa-u-s-france/
LOCATION:Mississippi State University Campus\, Starkville\, MS
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181112T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181112T210000
DTSTAMP:20260412T043907
CREATED:20180830T205742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180830T205742Z
UID:11028-1542052800-1542056400@www.mshumanities.org
SUMMARY:Flute Lecture-Recital: "Music and Politics under the Nazi Regime"
DESCRIPTION:This lecture-recital by Austrian flutist Ulrike Anton and pianist Russell Ryan (Arizona State University) examines the political circumstances of six composers who were persecuted\, exiled\, or killed by the Nazis.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/flute-lecture-recital-music-politics-nazi-regime/
LOCATION:Marsh Auditorium\, USM\, 111 Southern Drive\, Hattiesburg\, MS\, 39406
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181110T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181110T233000
DTSTAMP:20260412T043907
CREATED:20181022T183332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181022T183332Z
UID:11070-1541842200-1541892600@www.mshumanities.org
SUMMARY:Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: USM Marine Education Center Tour
DESCRIPTION:On November 10\, the Ocean Springs Municipal Library and the University of Southern Mississippi’s Gulf Coast Research Lab’s Marine Education Center will offer a free tour of the MEC followed by a free program\, titled “Keeping it Green & Resilient (Storm Ready).” The tour and program will feature Chris Snyder and David Perkes\, both of the USM’s MEC. The free tour and program will take place in conjunction with the Smithsonian traveling exhibit Water/Ways\, on display at the Ocean Springs Municipal Library through November 30. \nWater/Ways is a traveling exhibit offered by the Museum on Main Street division of the Smithsonian Institution. The exhibit explores water’s connection to all aspects of our society\, including the endless motion of the water cycle\, water’s effect on landscape\, settlement and migration\, and its impact on culture and spirituality. \nExhibit hours are Monday-Thursday 10am-6pm and Friday-Saturday 10am-4pm. School and group visits are welcome but are encouraged to schedule a visit by contacting the library in advance at 228-875-1193. \nFuture Water/Ways events in Ocean Springs:\nNovember 14\, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time\nNovember 15\, 3-7pm: Oysters & Seafood Safety/Terrapins & TEDs\nNovember 17\, 9:30am-12:30pm: Get N2RH20 Kayaking trip\nNovember 20\, 12pm: BP Oil Spill\, Eight Years Later\nNovember 21\, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time\nNovember 27\, 6-7:30pm: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe\nNovember 28\, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time\nNovember 29\, 5:30-7:30pm: How Storms Have Impacted Life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast\nDecember 1\, 10am-12pm: Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/water-ways-ocean-springs-usm-marine-education-center-tour/
LOCATION:USM Gulf Coast Research Lab Marine Education Center\, 101 Sweetbay Drive\, Ocean Springs\, MS\, 39564\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181108T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181108T193000
DTSTAMP:20260412T043907
CREATED:20181022T182706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181022T182706Z
UID:11069-1541700000-1541705400@www.mshumanities.org
SUMMARY:Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: Teen Science Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Program details TBA. \nWater/Ways is a traveling exhibit offered by the Museum on Main Street division of the Smithsonian Institution. The exhibit explores water’s connection to all aspects of our society\, including the endless motion of the water cycle\, water’s effect on landscape\, settlement and migration\, and its impact on culture and spirituality. \nExhibit hours are Monday-Thursday 10am-6pm and Friday-Saturday 10am-4pm. School and group visits are welcome but are encouraged to schedule a visit by contacting the library in advance at 228-875-1193. \nFuture Water/Ways events in Ocean Springs:\nNovember 10\, 9:30-11:30am: USM Marine Education Center tour\nNovember 14\, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time\nNovember 15\, 3-7pm: Oysters & Seafood Safety/Terrapins & TEDs\nNovember 17\, 9:30am-12:30pm: Get N2RH20 Kayaking trip\nNovember 20\, 12pm: BP Oil Spill\, Eight Years Later\nNovember 21\, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time\nNovember 27\, 6-7:30pm: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe\nNovember 28\, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time\nNovember 29\, 5:30-7:30pm: How Storms Have Impacted Life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast\nDecember 1\, 10am-12pm: Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/water-ways-ocean-springs-teen-science-cafe/
LOCATION:MS
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181108T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181108T153000
DTSTAMP:20260412T043907
CREATED:20181107T165450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181107T165450Z
UID:11089-1541687400-1541691000@www.mshumanities.org
SUMMARY:The Power of Language: The Tempest
DESCRIPTION:This version of The Tempest will be an immersive theatre experience that engages the audience as part of the play and they will take part in the language. The themes of The Tempest  will be analyzed and discussed\, the use of power\, morality and forgiveness. Students will also look at the historical context of the play. Shakespeare wrote this in 1610 which makes it one of his last works. Discussion will consider what was Shakespeare trying to say through the words of this magical and brilliant piece? \n  \nAbout WINGS \n \nThe nationally recognized Lynn Meadows WINGS Performing Arts program\, now in its 19th year\, nurtures the talent and spirit of young people through the arts\, community service and leadership. WINGS has been awarded the Coming up Taller from the President’s Council on the Arts and Humanities at the White House\, the Mississippi Governor’s Award for Excellence in Arts Education and the Mississippi Humanities Educator Award.  Over 500 students from 1st to 12th grade participate annually in this program through memberships\, summer programs and school outreach.  Nine productions throughout the year reach in excess of 40\,000 audience members\, including the traditionally underserved demographics of the young and the elderly.  WINGS has performed across the country at the Tony Award winning Oregon Shakespeare Festival\, at the National WWII Museum’s Canteen Theatre and in the Southeastern Theatre Conferences’ Fringe Theatre Festival.  WINGS High School Students\, the Shooting Stars\, have performed at the Kennedy Center in Washington\, D. C. twice.  Ninety eight percent of students completing the WINGS program go on to attend college.  All receive scholarships and grant awards for their involvement and work in the WINGS program that prides itself on presenting innovative theatrical work. \n                                                          \n 
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/power-language-tempest-2/
LOCATION:Gulfport High School\, 100 Perry St.\, Gulfport\, MS\, 39507
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181108T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181108T123000
DTSTAMP:20260412T043907
CREATED:20181107T165123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181107T165123Z
UID:11088-1541674800-1541680200@www.mshumanities.org
SUMMARY:The Power of Language: The Tempest
DESCRIPTION:This version of The Tempest will be an immersive theatre experience that engages the audience as part of the play and they will take part in the language. The themes of The Tempest  will be analyzed and discussed\, the use of power\, morality and forgiveness. Students will also look at the historical context of the play. Shakespeare wrote this in 1610 which makes it one of his last works. Discussion will consider what was Shakespeare trying to say through the words of this magical and brilliant piece? \n  \nAbout WINGS \n \nThe nationally recognized Lynn Meadows WINGS Performing Arts program\, now in its 19th year\, nurtures the talent and spirit of young people through the arts\, community service and leadership. WINGS has been awarded the Coming up Taller from the President’s Council on the Arts and Humanities at the White House\, the Mississippi Governor’s Award for Excellence in Arts Education and the Mississippi Humanities Educator Award.  Over 500 students from 1st to 12th grade participate annually in this program through memberships\, summer programs and school outreach.  Nine productions throughout the year reach in excess of 40\,000 audience members\, including the traditionally underserved demographics of the young and the elderly.  WINGS has performed across the country at the Tony Award winning Oregon Shakespeare Festival\, at the National WWII Museum’s Canteen Theatre and in the Southeastern Theatre Conferences’ Fringe Theatre Festival.  WINGS High School Students\, the Shooting Stars\, have performed at the Kennedy Center in Washington\, D. C. twice.  Ninety eight percent of students completing the WINGS program go on to attend college.  All receive scholarships and grant awards for their involvement and work in the WINGS program that prides itself on presenting innovative theatrical work. \n                                                          \n 
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/power-language-tempest/
LOCATION:Cedar Lake Christian Academy\, 11555 Cedar Lake Rd.\, Biloxi\, MS\, 39532
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181107T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181107T104500
DTSTAMP:20260412T043907
CREATED:20181015T204426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181015T204426Z
UID:11063-1541584800-1541587500@www.mshumanities.org
SUMMARY:Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: Water-related Story & Craft Time
DESCRIPTION:On November 7\, the Ocean Springs Municipal Library will host a water-related story and craft time for families. Parents are encouraged to bring their preschool-aged children for story time and crafts with children’s librarian Maureen Downey. The free program will take place in conjunction with the Smithsonian traveling exhibit Water/Ways\, on display at the Ocean Springs Municipal Library through November 30. \nWater/Ways is a traveling exhibit offered by the Museum on Main Street division of the Smithsonian Institution. The exhibit explores water’s connection to all aspects of our society\, including the endless motion of the water cycle\, water’s effect on landscape\, settlement and migration\, and its impact on culture and spirituality. \nExhibit hours are Monday-Thursday 10am-6pm and Friday-Saturday 10am-4pm. School and group visits are welcome but are encouraged to schedule a visit by contacting the library in advance at 228-875-1193. \nFuture Water/Ways events in Ocean Springs:\nNovember 8\, 6-7:30pm: Teen Science Cafe\nNovember 10\, 9:30-11:30am: USM Marine Education Center tour\nNovember 14\, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time\nNovember 15\, 3-7pm: Oysters & Seafood Safety/Terrapins & TEDs\nNovember 17\, 9:30am-12:30pm: Get N2RH20 Kayaking trip\nNovember 20\, 12pm: BP Oil Spill\, Eight Years Later\nNovember 21\, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time\nNovember 27\, 6-7:30pm: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe\nNovember 28\, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time\nNovember 29\, 5:30-7:30pm: How Storms Have Impacted Life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast\nDecember 1\, 10am-12pm: Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/2564/
LOCATION:Ocean Springs Municipal Library\, 525 Dewey Avenue\, Ocean Springs\, MS\, 39564\, United States
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