Mississippi Humanities Council

Ideas on Tap: Investing in Green
2018-12-11 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Hal & Mal’s, 200 Commerce Street, Jackson, MS, 39201, United States
On December 11, join the Mississippi Humanities Council for a special December edition of Ideas on Tap.
“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.
This 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.
Be 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.
Future Water/Ways events in Jackson:
December 15, 10am: History of the Ross Barnett Reservoir
December 22, 10am: Animal Encounters
December 26-January 5, all day: Augmented Reality Sandbox interactive display
January 8, 10am: Story Time with Uncle Story, Did A Dinosaur Drink This Water?
January 12, 10am: Friends of the Mississippi River Basin Model presentation
January 19, 10am-2pm: Enviroscape Table interactive display

Water/Ways @ Ag Museum: Story Time With Uncle Story
2018-12-11 10:00 - 11:00 | Mississippi Agriculture & Forestry Museum, 1150 Lakeland Drive, Jackson, MS, 39216, United States
On 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.
Following 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.
Water/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.
Future Water/Ways events in Jackson:
December 11, 5:30-7pm: Ideas on Tap: Investing in Green
December 15, 10am: History of the Ross Barnett Reservoir
December 22, 10am: Animal Encounters
December 26-January 5, all day: Augmented Reality Sandbox interactive display
January 8, 10am: Story Time with Uncle Story, Did A Dinosaur Drink This Water?
January 12, 10am: Friends of the Mississippi River Basin Model presentation
January 19, 10am-2pm: Enviroscape Table interactive display

Water/Ways @ Ag Museum: Grand Opening
2018-12-08 10:00 - 12:00 | Mississippi Agriculture & Forestry Museum, 1150 Lakeland Drive, Jackson, MS, 39216, United States
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.
The 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.
The 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.
Water/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.
Future Water/Ways events in Jackson:
December 11, 10 am: Story Time with Uncle Story, The Great Big Water Cycle Adventure
December 11, 5:30-7pm: Ideas on Tap: Investing in Green
December 15, 10am: History of the Ross Barnett Reservoir
December 22, 10am: Animal Encounters
December 26-January 5, all day: Augmented Reality Sandbox interactive display
January 8, 10am: Story Time with Uncle Story, Did A Dinosaur Drink This Water?
January 12, 10am: Friends of the Mississippi River Basin Model presentation
January 19, 10am-2pm: Enviroscape Table interactive display

Water/Ways in Jackson
2018-12-07 - 2019-01-19 | Mississippi Agriculture & Forestry Museum, 1150 Lakeland Drive, Jackson, MS, 39216, United States
The Mississippi Agriculture & Forestry Museum will host Water/Ways, a traveling exhibit from the Smithsonian Institution, from December 7 through January 19.
Water/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.”
Water/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.

SB: A Look at Mande (West African) Culture Through Traditional Music
2018-12-06 18:00 - 19:00 | 4 Your Occassions Banquet Hall, 1015 W. Northside Drive, Jackson, MS, 39213
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.
Speakers Expertise:
Jerry Jenkins is a musician and educator trained in the music of West Africa.

School Integration Revisited: Yazoo City & Meridian
2018-12-01 14:00 - 16:30 | The MAX, 2118 Front St, Meridian, MS, 39301, United States
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.”
The 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.

Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: Lessons From The Way of Water for Native Americans
2018-12-01 10:00 - 12:00 | Ocean Springs Municipal Library, 525 Dewey Avenue, Ocean Springs, MS, 39564, United States
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.
Water/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.
Exhibit 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.

SB: Mississippi Telling
2018-11-30 08:00 - 09:00 | Itawamba Agricultural High School, 11900 Hwy 25 South, Fulton, MS, 38843
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.
Speakers Expertise:
Rebecca Moore Jernigan is an internationally recognized scholar and professional storyteller who resides in Oxford.

Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: How Storms Have Impacted Life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast
2018-11-29 18:00 - 20:00 | The Mary C. O’Keefe Cultural Center, 1600 Government Street, Ocean Springs, MS, 39564
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.
Water/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.
Exhibit 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.
Future Water/Ways events in Ocean Springs:
December 1, 10am-12pm: Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans

Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: Water-related Story & Craft Time
2018-11-28 10:00 - 10:45 | Ocean Springs Municipal Library, 525 Dewey Avenue, Ocean Springs, MS, 39564, United States
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.
Water/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.
Exhibit 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.
Future Water/Ways events in Ocean Springs:
November 29, 5:30-7:30pm: How Storms Have Impacted Life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast
December 1, 10am-12pm: Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans

Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: Sci-Cafe
2018-11-27 18:00 - 19:30 | USM Gulf Coast Research Lab, 703 E Beach Drive, Ocean Springs, MS, 39564, United States
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.
Water/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.
Exhibit 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.
Future Water/Ways events in Ocean Springs:
November 28, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 29, 5:30-7:30pm: How Storms Have Impacted Life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast
December 1, 10am-12pm: Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans

SB: A Look at Mande (West African) Culture Through Traditional Music
2018-11-24 15:00 - 17:00 | Cotton Market Venue, 2644 S. Pearson Rd., Richland, MS, 39218

Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: Water-related Story & Craft Time
2018-11-21 10:00 - 10:45 | Ocean Springs Municipal Library, 525 Dewey Avenue, Ocean Springs, MS, 39564, United States
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.
Water/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.
Exhibit 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.
Future Water/Ways events in Ocean Springs:
November 27, 6-7:30pm: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe
November 28, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 29, 5:30-7:30pm: How Storms Have Impacted Life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast
December 1, 10am-12pm: Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans

Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: The BP Oil Spill, Eight Years Later
2018-11-20 12:00 - 13:00 | Ocean Springs Municipal Library, 525 Dewey Avenue, Ocean Springs, MS, 39564, United States
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.
Water/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.
Exhibit 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.
Future Water/Ways events in Ocean Springs:
November 21, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 27, 6-7:30pm: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe
November 28, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 29, 5:30-7:30pm: How Storms Have Impacted Life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast
December 1, 10am-12pm: Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans

Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: N2RH2O Kayak & Canoe Trip
2018-11-17 09:30 - 12:30 | MS
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.
Water/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.
Exhibit 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.
Future Water/Ways events in Ocean Springs:
November 20, 12pm: BP Oil Spill, Eight Years Later
November 21, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 27, 6-7:30pm: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe
November 28, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 29, 5:30-7:30pm: How Storms Have Impacted Life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast
December 1, 10am-12pm: Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans

Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: Oysters & Seafood Safety/Terrapins & TEDs
2018-11-15 15:00 - 19:00 | Ocean Springs Municipal Library, 525 Dewey Avenue, Ocean Springs, MS, 39564, United States
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.
Water/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.
Exhibit 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.
Future Water/Ways events in Ocean Springs:
November 17, 9:30am-12:30pm: Get N2RH20 Kayaking trip
November 20, 12pm: BP Oil Spill, Eight Years Later
November 21, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 27, 6-7:30pm: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe
November 28, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 29, 5:30-7:30pm: How Storms Have Impacted Life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast
December 1, 10am-12pm: Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans

The Orators: In the Pursuit of "Happyness"
2018-11-14 14:00 - 17:00 | Mississippi State University, Bost Theater, Starkville, MS
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.
The 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?”
A 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.

Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: Water-related Story & Craft Time
2018-11-14 10:00 - 10:45 | Ocean Springs Municipal Library, 525 Dewey Avenue, Ocean Springs, MS, 39564, United States
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.
Water/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.
Exhibit 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.
Future Water/Ways events in Ocean Springs:
November 15, 3-7pm: Oysters & Seafood Safety/Terrapins & TEDs
November 17, 9:30am-12:30pm: Get N2RH20 Kayaking trip
November 20, 12pm: BP Oil Spill, Eight Years Later
November 21, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 27, 6-7:30pm: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe
November 28, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 29, 5:30-7:30pm: How Storms Have Impacted Life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast
December 1, 10am-12pm: Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans

Performing Jazz Diasporas from Africa to the U.S. to France
2018-11-13 16:00 - 18:00 | Mississippi State University Campus, Starkville, MS
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.

Flute Lecture-Recital: "Music and Politics under the Nazi Regime"
2018-11-12 20:00 - 21:00 | Marsh Auditorium, USM, 111 Southern Drive, Hattiesburg, MS, 39406
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.

Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: USM Marine Education Center Tour
2018-11-10 09:30 - 23:30 | USM Gulf Coast Research Lab Marine Education Center, 101 Sweetbay Drive, Ocean Springs, MS, 39564, United States
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.
Water/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.
Exhibit 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.
Future Water/Ways events in Ocean Springs:
November 14, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 15, 3-7pm: Oysters & Seafood Safety/Terrapins & TEDs
November 17, 9:30am-12:30pm: Get N2RH20 Kayaking trip
November 20, 12pm: BP Oil Spill, Eight Years Later
November 21, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 27, 6-7:30pm: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe
November 28, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 29, 5:30-7:30pm: How Storms Have Impacted Life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast
December 1, 10am-12pm: Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans

Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: Teen Science Cafe
2018-11-08 18:00 - 19:30 | MS
Program details TBA.
Water/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.
Exhibit 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.
Future Water/Ways events in Ocean Springs:
November 10, 9:30-11:30am: USM Marine Education Center tour
November 14, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 15, 3-7pm: Oysters & Seafood Safety/Terrapins & TEDs
November 17, 9:30am-12:30pm: Get N2RH20 Kayaking trip
November 20, 12pm: BP Oil Spill, Eight Years Later
November 21, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 27, 6-7:30pm: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe
November 28, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 29, 5:30-7:30pm: How Storms Have Impacted Life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast
December 1, 10am-12pm: Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans

The Power of Language: The Tempest
2018-11-08 14:30 - 15:30 | Gulfport High School, 100 Perry St., Gulfport, MS, 39507
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?

About WINGS

The 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.

The Power of Language: The Tempest
2018-11-08 11:00 - 12:30 | Cedar Lake Christian Academy, 11555 Cedar Lake Rd., Biloxi, MS, 39532

Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: Water-related Story & Craft Time
2018-11-07 10:00 - 10:45 | Ocean Springs Municipal Library, 525 Dewey Avenue, Ocean Springs, MS, 39564, United States
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.
Water/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.
Exhibit 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.
Future Water/Ways events in Ocean Springs:
November 8, 6-7:30pm: Teen Science Cafe
November 10, 9:30-11:30am: USM Marine Education Center tour
November 14, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 15, 3-7pm: Oysters & Seafood Safety/Terrapins & TEDs
November 17, 9:30am-12:30pm: Get N2RH20 Kayaking trip
November 20, 12pm: BP Oil Spill, Eight Years Later
November 21, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 27, 6-7:30pm: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe
November 28, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 29, 5:30-7:30pm: How Storms Have Impacted Life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast
December 1, 10am-12pm: Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans

Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: Living Shorelines Master Naturalists
2018-11-06 17:30 - 19:30 | Ocean Springs Municipal Library, 525 Dewey Avenue, Ocean Springs, MS, 39564, United States
Program details TBA
Water/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.
Exhibit 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.
Future Water/Ways events in Ocean Springs:
November 7, 10-10:45: Water-related story and craft time
November 8, 6-7:30pm: Teen Science Cafe
November 10, 9:30-11:30am: USM Marine Education Center tour
November 14, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 15, 3-7pm: Oysters & Seafood Safety/Terrapins & TEDs
November 17, 9:30am-12:30pm: Get N2RH20 Kayaking trip
November 20, 12pm: BP Oil Spill, Eight Years Later
November 21, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 27, 6-7:30pm: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe
November 28, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 29, 5:30-7:30pm: How Storms Have Impacted Life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast
December 1, 10am-12pm: Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans

Speakers Bureau: All Things Mississippi: The Beautiful Landscapes and the Great Strength of the People
2018-11-06 11:30 - 12:30 | Laurel Country Club, 2011 US-84, Laurel, MS, 39440
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.
Speakers Expertise:
Anne 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.

Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: Ebbs and Flows of Mississippi History
2018-11-01 18:00 - 19:00 | Ocean Springs Municipal Library, 525 Dewey Avenue, Ocean Springs, MS, 39564, United States
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.
There 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
Water/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.
Exhibit 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.
Future Water/Ways events in Ocean Springs:
November 6, 8am-5pm: Living Shorelines–Master Naturalists
November 7, 10-10:45: Water-related story and craft time
November 8, 6-7:30pm: Teen Science Cafe
November 10, 9:30-11:30am: USM Marine Education Center tour
November 13, 3-4pm: Enviroscape activity
November 14, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 15, 3-7pm: Oysters & Seafood Safety/Terrapins & TEDs
November 17, 9:30am-12:30pm: Get N2RH20 Kayaking trip
November 20, 12pm: BP Oil Spill, Eight Years Later
November 21, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 27, 6-7:30pm: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe
November 28, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 29, 5:30-7:30pm: How Storms Have Impacted Life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast
December 1, 10am-12pm: Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans

Speakers Bureau: A Look at Mande (West African) Culture Through Traditional Music
2018-10-31 18:00 - 19:00 | MissLou Heritage Group & Tours, 640 S. Canal Street, Natchez, MS, 39120

Water/Ways @ Ocean Springs: Water-related Story & Craft Time
2018-10-31 10:00 - 10:45 | Ocean Springs Municipal Library, 525 Dewey Avenue, Ocean Springs, MS, 39564, United States
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.
Water/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.
Exhibit 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.
Future Water/Ways events in Ocean Springs:
November 1, 6-7pm: Water/Ways, Ebbs and Flows of Mississippi History
November 6, 8am-5pm: Living Shorelines–Master Naturalists
November 7, 10-10:45: Water-related story and craft time
November 8, 6-7:30pm: Teen Science Cafe
November 10, 9:30-11:30am: USM Marine Education Center tour
November 13, 3-4pm: Enviroscape activity
November 14, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 15, 3-7pm: Oysters & Seafood Safety/Terrapins & TEDs
November 17, 9:30am-12:30pm: Get N2RH20 Kayaking trip
November 20, 12pm: BP Oil Spill, Eight Years Later
November 21, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 27, 6-7:30pm: Gulf Coast Research Lab Sci-Cafe
November 28, 10-10:45am: Water-related story and craft time
November 29, 5:30-7:30pm: How Storms Have Impacted Life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast
December 1, 10am-12pm: Lessons From the Way of Water for Native Americans
