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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/
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:20260412T060048
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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
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181127T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181127T193000
DTSTAMP:20260412T060048
CREATED:20181022T195526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181022T195526Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181124T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181124T170000
DTSTAMP:20260412T060048
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181121T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181121T104500
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CREATED:20181015T210149Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181120T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181120T130000
DTSTAMP:20260412T060048
CREATED:20181022T194426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181022T194426Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181117T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181117T123000
DTSTAMP:20260412T060048
CREATED:20181022T193048Z
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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/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181115T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181115T190000
DTSTAMP:20260412T060048
CREATED:20181022T202554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181022T202554Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181114T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181114T170000
DTSTAMP:20260412T060048
CREATED:20180716T192623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180716T192623Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181114T104500
DTSTAMP:20260412T060048
CREATED:20181015T204926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181015T204926Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181113T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181113T180000
DTSTAMP:20260412T060048
CREATED:20180910T180138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180910T180138Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181112T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181112T210000
DTSTAMP:20260412T060048
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181110T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181110T233000
DTSTAMP:20260412T060048
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181108T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181108T193000
DTSTAMP:20260412T060048
CREATED:20181022T182706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181022T182706Z
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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/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181108T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181108T153000
DTSTAMP:20260412T060048
CREATED:20181107T165450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181107T165450Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181108T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181108T123000
DTSTAMP:20260412T060048
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181107T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181107T104500
DTSTAMP:20260412T060048
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181106T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181106T193000
DTSTAMP:20260412T060048
CREATED:20181022T160904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181022T160904Z
UID:11068-1541525400-1541532600@www.mshumanities.org
SUMMARY:Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: Living Shorelines Master Naturalists
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 7\, 10-10:45: Water-related story and craft time\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/water-ways-ocean-springs-living-shorelines-master-naturalists/
LOCATION:Ocean Springs Municipal Library\, 525 Dewey Avenue\, Ocean Springs\, MS\, 39564\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181106T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181106T123000
DTSTAMP:20260412T060048
CREATED:20181009T154618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181009T154618Z
UID:11053-1541503800-1541507400@www.mshumanities.org
SUMMARY:Speakers Bureau: 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/speakers-bureau-things-mississippi-beautiful-landscapes-great-strength-people-2/
LOCATION:Laurel Country Club\, 2011 US-84\, Laurel\, MS\, 39440
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181101T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181101T190000
DTSTAMP:20260412T060048
CREATED:20181015T211157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181015T211157Z
UID:11067-1541095200-1541098800@www.mshumanities.org
SUMMARY:Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: Ebbs and Flows of Mississippi History
DESCRIPTION:On November 1\, the Ocean Springs Municipal Library will host Dr. Jim Giesen of the MHC’s Speakers Bureau to present his free program\, “Ebbs and Flows of Mississippi History.” 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. \nThere are few states where water has been more central to its history and culture than Mississippi. From ship-building on the coast to Native American migration along rivers and streams\, from Civil Rights Movement wade-ins to Civil War strategy\, water has played a central role in how and why the Magnolia State looks and operates as it does today. From massive natural disasters like Hurricane Katrina and the 1927 Mississippi River Flood\, to great success stories like the shipbuilding and fishing industries\, to less well-known incidents where water played an important role in the development of small communities and towns\, the talk will tell not just the well-known water histories of the state\, but show how water has become an often overlooked factor in our past\, present\, and future \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 6\, 8am-5pm: Living Shorelines–Master Naturalists\nNovember 7\, 10-10:45: Water-related story and craft time\nNovember 8\, 6-7:30pm: Teen Science Cafe\nNovember 10\, 9:30-11:30am: USM Marine Education Center tour\nNovember 13\, 3-4pm: Enviroscape activity\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-ebbs-flows-mississippi-history/
LOCATION:Ocean Springs Municipal Library\, 525 Dewey Avenue\, Ocean Springs\, MS\, 39564\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181031T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181031T190000
DTSTAMP:20260412T060048
CREATED:20181009T154147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181009T154147Z
UID:11052-1541008800-1541012400@www.mshumanities.org
SUMMARY:Speakers Bureau: 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/speakers-bureau-look-mande-west-african-culture-traditional-music-2/
LOCATION:MissLou Heritage Group & Tours\, 640 S. Canal Street\, Natchez\, MS\, 39120
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181031T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181031T104500
DTSTAMP:20260412T060048
CREATED:20181015T204144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181015T204144Z
UID:11062-1540980000-1540982700@www.mshumanities.org
SUMMARY:Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: Water-related Story & Craft Time
DESCRIPTION:On October 31\, 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 1\, 6-7pm: Water/Ways\, Ebbs and Flows of Mississippi History\nNovember 6\, 8am-5pm: Living Shorelines–Master Naturalists\nNovember 7\, 10-10:45: Water-related story and craft time\nNovember 8\, 6-7:30pm: Teen Science Cafe\nNovember 10\, 9:30-11:30am: USM Marine Education Center tour\nNovember 13\, 3-4pm: Enviroscape activity\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-water-related-story-craft-time-2/
LOCATION:Ocean Springs Municipal Library\, 525 Dewey Avenue\, Ocean Springs\, MS\, 39564\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181030T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181030T190000
DTSTAMP:20260412T060048
CREATED:20181015T203514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181015T203514Z
UID:11061-1540922400-1540926000@www.mshumanities.org
SUMMARY:Water/Ways at Ocean Springs: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe
DESCRIPTION:On October 30\, join the Gulf Coast Research Lab for its program “Sci Cafe: Walking Watersheds.” Dr. Jessie Kastler from USM’s Gulf Coast Research Lab will lead the program and discuss the role and importance of watersheds. 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:\nOctober 31\, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time\nNovember 1\, 6-7pm: Water/Ways\, Ebbs and Flows of Mississippi History\nNovember 6\, 8am-5pm: Living Shorelines–Master Naturalists\nNovember 7\, 10-10:45: Water-related story and craft time\nNovember 8\, 6-7:30pm: Teen Science Cafe\nNovember 10\, 9:30-11:30am: USM Marine Education Center tour\nNovember 13\, 3-4pm: Enviroscape activity\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-gulf-coast-research-lab-sci-cafe/
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:20181028T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181028T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T060048
CREATED:20181015T201108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181015T201108Z
UID:11060-1540735200-1540742400@www.mshumanities.org
SUMMARY:Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: Twelve Oaks Archaeological Dig
DESCRIPTION:On October 28\, join the Land Trust for the Mississippi Coastal Plain for a free archaeological dig at the historic Twelve Oaks conservation area in Ocean Springs. Archaeologist Cindy Carter-Davis will exhibit archaeological sites and artifacts associated with Mississippi waterways. The exhibit will include artifacts from a shell midden on the east bank of the Pascagoula River\, a mound site on the shore of the Gulf\, Cedar Lake Island in the Tchoutacabouffa River\, and more. An archaeological demonstration will also be available for viewing with volunteers available to answer questions. Children ages 6 and younger will be able to experience a representation of an archaeological dig. The 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:\nOctober 30\, 6-7pm: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe\, Walking Watersheds\nOctober 31\, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time\nNovember 1\, 6-7pm: Water/Ways\, Ebbs and Flows of Mississippi History\nNovember 6\, 8am-5pm: Living Shorelines–Master Naturalists\nNovember 7\, 10-10:45: Water-related story and craft time\nNovember 8\, 6-7:30pm: Teen Science Cafe\nNovember 10\, 9:30-11:30am: USM Marine Education Center tour\nNovember 13\, 3-4pm: Enviroscape activity\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-twelve-oaks-archaeological-dig/
LOCATION:Twelve Oaks\, 1112 Hanley Road\, Ocean Springs\, MS\, 39564\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181027T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181027T110000
DTSTAMP:20260412T060048
CREATED:20181009T153451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181009T153451Z
UID:11051-1540634400-1540638000@www.mshumanities.org
SUMMARY:Speakers Bureau: Why We Call It Soul Food
DESCRIPTION:“Why We Call It Soul Food” tells the story of why southerners\, especially African American southerners\, call the foods we eat “soul food.” Dr. Willis discusses the emotional and physical aspects of soul food as it relates to our culture and history. She also discusses the bonds attached to the growing\, nurturing and preparation of these foods as it relates to our culture and way of life in the South. \nSpeakers Expertise:\nBrinda Willis is a writer for the Jackson Advocate newspaper and an expert on blues and African American foodways.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/speakers-bureau-call-soul-food-3/
LOCATION:Holmes Consolidated School District\, 9479 Brozville Rd.\, Lexinton\, MS\, 39095
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181027T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181027T170000
DTSTAMP:20260412T060048
CREATED:20181012T185518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181012T185518Z
UID:11059-1540630800-1540659600@www.mshumanities.org
SUMMARY:Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: Bousillage Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to get dirty and learn! The LaPointe-Krebs House and Museum will be offering hands-on demonstrations on how the early settlers made bousillage. Bousillage is a clay mixture that was used to build houses. Be sure to stop by the Pascagoula Library and learn through doing at this one of a kind program! This program will take place in conjunction with 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:\nOctober 28\, 2-4pm: Twelve Oaks archaeological dig\nOctober 30\, 6-7pm: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe\, Walking Watersheds\nOctober 31\, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time\nNovember 1\, 6-7pm: Water/Ways\, Ebbs and Flows of Mississippi History\nNovember 6\, 8am-5pm: Living Shorelines–Master Naturalists\nNovember 7\, 10-10:45: Water-related story and craft time\nNovember 8\, 6-7:30pm: Teen Science Cafe\nNovember 10\, 9:30-11:30am: USM Marine Education Center tour\nNovember 13\, 3-4pm: Enviroscape activity\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-bousillage-workshop/
LOCATION:Pascagoula Public Library\, 3214 Pascagoula Street\, Pascagoula\, 39564\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181025T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181025T193000
DTSTAMP:20260412T060048
CREATED:20180924T175125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180924T175125Z
UID:11048-1540492200-1540495800@www.mshumanities.org
SUMMARY:Speakers Bureau: Robert Johnson at the Crossroads
DESCRIPTION:In colorful costume\,storytellers Rebecca Jernigan and Wendy Garrison retell the tale of legendary bluesman Robert Johnson. With music\, drama and sign language\, they recount his fateful encounter with the Prince of Darkness at the crossroads in the Delta. In educational venues they stress that the audience is integral to any live performance. They discuss the historical person Robert Johnson\, and they share the role of the blues as an indigenous musical genre that grew out of the challenges of life in the Mississippi delta.
URL:https://www.mshumanities.org/event/speakers-bureau-robert-johnson-crossroads/
LOCATION:Oxford Lafayette Library\, 401 Bramlett Blvd \, Oxford\, MS\, 38655\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181025T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181025T150000
DTSTAMP:20260412T060048
CREATED:20181012T185000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181012T185000Z
UID:11058-1540476000-1540479600@www.mshumanities.org
SUMMARY:Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: Legacy of Our Forests and Rivers
DESCRIPTION:On October 25\, the Ocean Springs Municipal Library will host a free and open to the public program titled “Legacy of Our Forests and Rivers.” The program\, which will take place in conjunction with the Smithsonian Institution’s traveling exhibit Water/Ways\, will feature Else Martin from the Jackson County Historical Society. \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:\nOctober 27\, 9am-5pm: Bousillage workshops\nOctober 28\, 2-4pm: Twelve Oaks archaeological dig\nOctober 30\, 6-7pm: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe\, Walking Watersheds\nOctober 31\, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time\nNovember 1\, 6-7pm: Water/Ways\, Ebbs and Flows of Mississippi History\nNovember 6\, 8am-5pm: Living Shorelines–Master Naturalists\nNovember 7\, 10-10:45: Water-related story and craft time\nNovember 8\, 6-7:30pm: Teen Science Cafe\nNovember 10\, 9:30-11:30am: USM Marine Education Center tour\nNovember 13\, 3-4pm: Enviroscape activity\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-legacy-forests-rivers/
LOCATION:Ocean Springs Municipal Library\, 525 Dewey Avenue\, Ocean Springs\, MS\, 39564\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181024T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181024T104500
DTSTAMP:20260412T060048
CREATED:20181011T212247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181011T212247Z
UID:11056-1540375200-1540377900@www.mshumanities.org
SUMMARY:Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: Water-related Story & Craft Time
DESCRIPTION:On October 31\, 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. \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:\nOctober 25\, 2-3pm: Legacy of Our Forests and Rivers\nOctober 27\, 9am-5pm: Bousillage workshops\nOctober 28\, 2-4pm: Twelve Oaks archaeological dig\nOctober 30\, 6-7pm: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe\, Walking Watersheds\nOctober 31\, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time\nNovember 1\, 6-7pm: Water/Ways\, Ebbs and Flows of Mississippi History\nNovember 6\, 8am-5pm: Living Shorelines–Master Naturalists\nNovember 7\, 10-10:45: Water-related story and craft time\nNovember 8\, 6-7:30pm: Teen Science Cafe\nNovember 10\, 9:30-11:30am: USM Marine Education Center tour\nNovember 13\, 3-4pm: Enviroscape activity\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-water-related-story-craft-time/
LOCATION:Ocean Springs Municipal Library\, 525 Dewey Avenue\, Ocean Springs\, MS\, 39564\, United States
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