Tuesday

March 9

AARP TAX PREP HELP: The Richland Library will host AARP Tax Preparation help from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. every Tuesday through April 13. Details, (601) 932-1846.

TEEN BOOKMARK CONTEST: The Pearl Library will host a Teen Scene/Young Adult National Library Week Bookmark Contest, based on the theme "Communities Thrive @ Your Library." The winning artist's work will be featured during National Library Week, March 19-23, and they will receive a $25 Wal-Mart gift card. Pick up a form at the library and submit entries by March 12. Details, (601) 932-2562.

COOKIE SALES UNTIL SUNDAY: Girl Scout cookies will be sold by Girl Scout troops at booths around the Jackson metro area through March 14. To locate a booth at a business near you, contact the Girl Scouts of Greater Mississippi office at (601) 366-0607.

PEARL KIWANIS MEETS: The Kiwanis Club of Pearl meets at noon each Tuesday at the Farm Bureau Grill at Trustmark Park in Pearl. Details, (601) 939-3338.

BOOK DRIVE FOR MUSTARD SEED: A book drive will be held through April 5 for The Mustard Seed, at Borders Books at Dogwood Festival Market in Flowood. Browse the display of books chosen for The Mustard Seed, or ask an employee for assistance. Books will also be available behind the counter. Details, (601) 992-3556.

PARIS TRIO ART SHOW: "Paris Trio," the mother-daughter art team of Lisa, Vivian and Rachel Marie Paris, is featured at an artist show hanging through March 12 in the art gallery of the McRae Fine Arts and Media Center on the Jackson Prep campus. Gallery hours are 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday. All art is for sale. For more information, visit rachelMparis.com or lisaParis.com.

MAGNOLIA TATTERS MEET: The Mississippi Magnolia Tatters will meet at 1:30 p.m. at the Pearl Library. Come and learn the art of lace making. No materials fee. Details, (601) 932-2562.

HCC INFO SESSIONS: All Hinds Community College locations will host a "Preview Night" information session for prospective students in March. Sessions include: Rankin Campus, 4-6:30 p.m., March 9; Vicksburg-Warren Campus, 4-6:30 p.m. March 23; Utica Campus Senior Day, 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., March 26; and Raymond Campus, 4-6:30 p.m., March 30. Details, (601) 857-3744 or (601) 885-7048 for Utica Senior Day.

STUDENT ART MONTH RECEPTION: In celebration of National Youth Art Month, the Pearl Library will host a reception from 5:30-6:30 p.m. to kick off the official opening of the Pearl Public School District student art exhibit. Nearly 300 pieces of art by students from across the district will be on display throughout March. Details, (601) 932-2562.

WRITERS' WORKSHOP: The Pearl Library will host an All Writers' Workshop at 6 p.m., for writers of all ages and experience. The focus will be on inspiration, tips, exercises and member critique. Led by freelance writer Margie Culbertson. Details, (601) 932-2562.

'STEEL MAGNOLIAS' AUDITIONS: Black Rose Theatre Company will hold auditions for "Steel Magnolias" at 6:30 p.m. today and March 10 at the theater, 103 Black St. in Brandon. Performance dates are April 23-25 and April 30-May 2. Directed by Ron Pirtle. Roles are available for six females, ages 18-70. No preparation required for audition. Details, (601) 825-1293.

PLAY AUDITIONS: The Center Players Community Theatre will hold auditions for the comedy "Over the River and Through the Woods" at 6:30 p.m. at St. Columb's Episcopal Church, 550 Sunnybrook Road in Ridgeland. The six cast members consist of two sets of grandparents (two males and two females, each 30 or older); and one male and one female (each 20 to early 30s.). Cold reading from the script. Show dates are April 23-25. Details, director Betty Jo Mahaffey at bjmahaffey@yahoo.com or (601) 366-9084, or visit centerplayers.net.

CONFEDERATE VETERANS MEET: Sons of Confederate Veterans Lowry Rifles Camp No. 1740 of Rankin County meets at 7 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month in the Central Independent Baptist Church Fellowship Hall on Old Brandon Road in Pearl. Details, (601) 936-9048 or www.lowryrifles.com.

FREE EXERCISE PROGRAMS: Marvin United Methodist Church, 211 N. Church St. in Florence, holds various free exercise classes each week, including Indoor Group Walking, Upper Body Toning, Sit & Get Fit and Country Line Dancing (no partner needed). For a weekly schedule or details, (601) 845-7524.

Wednesday

March 10

FINANCIAL PEACE COURSE COMING UP: Financial Peace University, the 13-week program taught by Dave Ramsey, will be held at 4 p.m. starting March 21 at Ridgecrest Baptist Church, 7469 Old Canton Road in Madison. To register or for details, Scott Reid at (6010 853-1090.

SHAMROCK PROJECT GOLF PLANNED: Mu Chapter of Kappa Delta Sorority at Millsaps College will host its fourth annual Shamrock Project Golf Tournament on March 26 at Whisper Lake Country Club in Madison. Proceeds benefit the Family Support Center and Prevent Child Abuse America. Shotgun start at 1 p.m. Fees are $100 per person. To register, contact Katie Knippa at knippka@millsaps.edu or (972) 658-2692; or Lindsey Tassin at tassilr@millsaps.edu or (225) 978-9029.

AARP TAX ASSISTANCE: Free AARP Tax Assistance will be available at 9 a.m. each Wednesday through April 14 at the Pearl Library. Details, (601) 932-2562.

FLORENCE STORY TIME: Preschool story time is held at 10 a.m. every Wednesday at the Florence Library for children ages 2-5. Join them for stories, songs and fun. Details, (601) 845-6032.

PRESCHOOL STORY TIME: The Flowood Library hosts preschool story time at 10:30 a.m. every Wednesday and Thursday for children ages 3-5. Activities include books, music and crafts. Details, (601) 919-1911.

CONSIGNMENT EVENT COMING UP: All 4 Children Consignment in Brandon will hold its semi-annual Spring/Summer Children's Consignment Event at the Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum on Lakeland Drive. Hours are 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. March 31; 8:30 a.m.-7 p.m. April 1; and 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. April 2. Special presale for volunteers and consignors. Details, all4childrenconsignment.com.

HISTORY IS: Clark Burkett, historian at Historic Jefferson College in Washington, Miss., presents "Vintage Baseball," illustrated by historic photos of students at HJC, at noon at the Winter Building, 200 North St., in this segment of the History Is lunch series. Details, (601) 576-6850.

'JIM HENSON'S FANTASTIC WORLD': The Mississippi Museum of Art presents "Jim Henson's Fantastic World" through March 14. The exhibit honoring the Mississippi native features 100 original artworks, including drawings, cartoons and storyboards; puppets; television and movie props; photos; and original video productions, including excerpts from Henson's early career and experimental films. Details, msmuseumart.org or (601) 960-1515.

DOING BUSINESS IN ISRAEL: The Mississippi Development Authority and Mississippi World Trade Center will host a luncheon to provide Mississippi companies with information about doing business with Israel and the Middle East from 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. on March 15 at the Capitol Club, 125 S. Congress St. in Jackson. Cost is $20. Registration required by March 12 by contacting Ann Atkins at aatkins@mswtc.org.

DAFFODIL SHOW PLANNED: The Central Mississippi Daffodil Society's 2010 show will be held on March 18 in Alumni Hall at Mississippi College in Clinton. Visitors may attend the free show and enter their own daffodils. Staging of entries goes from 4-11 p.m. on March 17, as well as 7-10 a.m. on March 18. The show is open to the public from 1:30-5 p.m. on March 18. Details, (601) 497-0550 or lmckdaffodils@aol.com.

PANHELLENIC LUNCHEON PLANNED: Jackson Area Alumnae Panhellenic Association will host a luncheon at 11:30 a.m. on March 24 at Pan Asia in Ridgeland. The event honors Millsaps Panhellenic president with a scholarship and winners of the scholarship-funding raffle are announced. Raffle proceeds also benefit the Center for Domestic Abuse. Raffle tickets are $5 each, with a grand prize of $250 cash. For tickets or details, Shari Lee at slee@herrin-gear.com or (601) 218-3584.

ADULT/YOUTH GOLF TOURNEY PLANNED: The Mississippi Children's Museum Youth Ambassadors will sponsor the inaugural MCM Adult/Youth Golf Tournament on March 27 at the LeFleur's Bluff State Park golf course. Proceeds benefit the Museum. Tee times are 9 a.m. and 1 p.m., with lunch provided at noon. Cost per player is $75. Hole sponsors are also sought. To register, (601) 981-5469.

ACTING CAMPS INFO: New Stage Theatre will hold Early Bird registration through May 7 for its 2010 Summer Camps for students having completed grades K-11. Scholarship auditions for the 2010 Broadway Jr. Summer Camp Intensive will be held April 17. Scholarships are based on need. To register, reserve an audition spot or for details, contact education director Chris Roebuck at education@newstagetheatre.com or (601) 948-3533, ext. 232.

Thursday

March 11

COMPUTER CLASS: The Pearl Library offers "E-mail and Attachments" at 10 a.m. Learn how to use e-mail. Details, (601) 932-2562.

HISTORICAL SOCIETY: The Rankin County Historical Society meets at 6 p.m. on the second Thursday of each month at the Brandon Library. All are welcome. Details, (601) 951-9791.

RELAY FOR LIFE PLANNING: The Northwest Rankin Relay for Life planning committee will meet at 6 p.m. at the Flowood Library. Details, (601) 829-4003.

COOKBOOKS AVAILABLE: Marvin United Methodist Church, 211 N. Church St. in Florence, is offering church cookbooks for sale for $10 at the church office. Details, (601) 845-7524.

POETRY OUT LOUD: The Mississippi Arts Commission presents the state finals for the "Poetry Out Loud" National Recitation Contest, at 1 p.m. in the Auditorium at Mississippi Public Broadcasting. Nine finalists will each recite two poems; four will advance to recite a third poem. The state winner goes to nationals in April in Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public. Details, (601) 359-6030.

STEEL MAGNOLIAS' TEE-OFF PARTY: The Steel Magnolias professional women's golf association will host its annual Tee-Off Party at 5:30 p.m. at Colonial Country Club in Jackson. The event is free to current and prospective members. The group combines golf and business, with players of all skill levels welcome. The group's annual charity golf event will benefit The Center for Violence Prevention. For reservations to the Tee-Off Party, cer2158@aol.com or sandrahodges@bellsouth.net. For membership information, jpat44@bufordplumbing.net.

SUPPORT GROUP MEETS: A support group for those struggling with mood disorders, stress, nervous symptoms, anxiety, worry, anger or fear will be held at 7 p.m. each Thursday at St. Dominic Hospital in Jackson. Details, (601) 665-2231.

GOSPEL CHOIR CONCERT: The Belhaven University Music Department presents The Voices of Praise Gospel Choir of Wartburg College in Waverly, Iowa, in concert with the Belhaven Voices Gospel Choir, at 7:30 p.m. at the Belhaven University Center for the Arts on Riverside Drive in Jackson. Details, (601) 974-6497.

'GOD'S ARCHITECTS': The Southern Cultural Heritage Foundation presents Zach Godshall and his award-winning documentary "God's Architects" at 6 p.m. in the SCH Auditorium in Vicksburg. The film tells the story of five divinely inspired builders and their creations. Admission is free, donations accepted. The program kicks off Tapestry: A living History of Vicksburg, which runs from March 11-April 5. Details, (601) 631-2997.

HOSPICE VOLUNTEERS SOUGHT: Genesis Hospice Care seeks caring and compassionate volunteers to provide "a special kind of caring" for terminally ill patients and their families. For training, call (601) 321-8812.

SPORTS MUSEUM VOLS SOUGHT: The Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame and Museum seeks volunteers ages 14 and older to assist staff in the museum's daily operations. Days are flexible and shifts are three hours in length. Details, (601) 982-8264 or mferriss@msfame.com.

Friday

March 12

FRIENDS OF LIBRARY MEET: Friends of the Pearl Library will meet at 10:30 a.m. at the library. New members welcome. Annual dues are $5. Details, (601) 932-2562.

SOUTHERN WRITERS GROUP: Local writers and aspiring writers meet at noon on the second Friday of each month to discuss writing and publishing over a brown bag lunch at the Flowood Library. Drinks are provided. The group also meets at 6:30 p.m. on the fourth Thursday of each month. Details, (601) 919-1911.

FUN FRIDAY DANCE CLUB: The Richland Community Dance Club will hold its Fun Friday event at the Richland Community Center behind Wal-Mart on U.S. 49 South. The evening begins with a line dance class at 6:30 p.m. Dave Schommer, director of the Mississippi Swing Band, will spin records of the big bands from 7-9 p.m. He will also sing and play the trumpet throughout the evening. Cost is $5 per person. Soft drinks, water and coffee provided. Bring snack food to share. Come with or without a partner. Dress is casually elegant. All ages welcome. Details, (601) 939-2241.

'SPELLING BEE' IN PEARL: Actor's Playhouse, 121 Paul Truitt Lane in Pearl, presents the musical "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee" at 7:30 p.m. today and March 13; and at 2 p.m. March 14. The hilarious tale chronicling the experience of six adolescent outsiders vying for the spelling championship of a lifetime contains mature subject matter. For tickets or details, (601) 664-0930.

HUGUENOT SOCIETY MEETS: The spring meeting of The Huguenot Society of Mississippi will be held at 1 p.m. at Providence Presbyterian Church, 1580 Clinton-Raymond Road in Clinton. Registrar Mary Margaret Buck will present an informal seminar on papers needed for membership. Prospective members are welcome. Details, Penny Lotterhos at (601) 924-3227 or www.huguenot.netnation.com/states/mississippi/index.htm.

HEALTHCARE QUALITY CONFERENCE PLANNED: The Mississippi Association for Healthcare Quality presents "The Many Faces of Healthcare Quality," an educational conference featuring experts in the field of quality and safety, on April 9 at the Norman C. Nelson Student Union on the campus of the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson. Continuing education credits available. Details, www.missahq.org.

WINE TASTING COMING UP: The Mississippi Children's Home Services Auxiliary will present a Wine Tasting & Silent Auction to benefit Mississippi children and families in need, from 6-9 p.m. on April 30 at the home of Herb and Becky Ivison, 2631 Lake Circle in Jackson. The event will showcase wine and gourmet food from Jackson area restaurants, and a silent auction with vacation packages, fine wine, jewelry and more. Tickets for $50 may be purchased in advance at mchscares.org/winetasting, or at the door.

JA SUMMER CAMPS SET: Jackson Academy has announced its Summer Sports and Performing Arts Camps. Sports camps include speed camp, basketball, baseball, cheerleading and Accent, fastpitch softball, football, soccer and more. Performing arts camps include music camp, Capital City Jazz camp, musical theater/drama workshop and School of Rock. Details, jacksonacademy.org or (601) 364-5763.

Saturday

March 13

POETS ANONYMOUS: Local poets and poetry lovers meet at 9 a.m. on the second Saturday of the month at the Flowood Library to learn about, share and discuss poetry. Details, (601) 919-1911.

CAR SEAT SAFETY CLASS: A car seat safety class is held from 10 a.m.-noon on the second Saturday of each month in Classroom A at Woman's Hospital in Flowood. The class is free, but registration is required by calling (601) 933-6160.

STAMP AND PAPER CRAFT CLUB: The Rubber Stamp and Paper Craft Club will meet at 10:30 a.m. the second Saturday of each month at the Pearl Library. No fee. Bring your own supplies. Details, (601) 932-2562.

SCRAPPIN' GALS MEET: The Scrappin' Gals will meet at 10:30 a.m. the second Saturday of each month at the Pearl Library for a scrapbooking session. New members welcome. Bring your own supplies. Details, (601) 932-2562.

MISSISSIPPI NEEDLE ARTS: Mississippi Needle Arts chapter of the Embroidery Guild of America meets at 1 p.m. the second Saturday of each month at the Flowood Library for individual project work, instruction and sharing. Details, (601) 919-1911.

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION CONFERENCE SET: St. Stephen's Reformed Episcopal Church, 5049 Lakeland Drive in Flowood, will hold its annual Conference for Christian Education from 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. on March 20. Guest speaker is Bishop Ray R. Sutton of the Diocese of Mid America of the Reformed Episcopal Church. Cost is $20 per person, which includes lunch. Details, (601) 992-4317 or (601) 992-4779.

BETH MOORE SIMULCAST COMING UP: Beth Moore, author and founder of Living Proof Ministry, will present her "So Long Insecurity Conference" live via satellite from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. on April 24 at Pinelake Church's Reservoir Campus, 6071 Hwy. 25 in Flowood. The event, for women of all ages, is based on her newest book, "So Long Insecurity: You've Been a Bad Friend to Us." Tickets are $15, and include lunch. Tickets available at The Source Bookstore at Pinelake, LifeWay Christian Bookstore or at thesourceatpinelake.org. Details, (601) 829-4500.

ZOO DAY 2010: The Jackson Zoo hosts Zoo Day 2010, featuring the opening of a new Sumatran Tiger exhibit, with 8,000 square feet of outoor roaming space for the zoo's three Sumatran tigers. Zoo Day also includes games, activities and music for the entire fmily. Regular zoo admission applies. Details, jacksonzoo.org.

FARMERS & BELHAVEN MARKETS: The Mississippi Farmers Market and Greater Belhaven Market are now in one location, 929 High St. in Jackson, adjacent to the Mississippi Fairgrounds. Market hours are 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays. Selection varies each week. Ample parking and covered indoor shopping. Admission is free. Details, (601) 354-6573 or belhavenmarket.com.

PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP: The Mississippi Wildlife Federation offers a one-day composition workshop with photographer Jason L. Price from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Community Center in Rolling Fork. Cost is $30 per person, including lunch. Bring camera and all equipment. To register, (601) 206-5703 or www.mswildlife.org/events/out_door_workshop.html

HABITAT INFO MEETING: Habitat for Humanity Metro Jackson will hold an applicant information meeting for potential homeowners at 10 a.m., in its offices at 1260 Ellis Ave. in Jackson. Details, (601) 353-6060 or habitatjackson.org.

BOOK SIGNING: Robert W. Maxwell signs The Weeb Book at noon at Lemuria Books. Details, (601) 366-7619 or www.lemuriabooks.com.

GOSPEL SINGING JUBILEE: The 30th annual Gospel Singing Jubilee will be held at 6:30 p.m. at Magee Church of God, 804 Second Ave. Southeast in Magee. Featured acts include Chris Freeman & the Freemans, Terry Joe Terrell, Tim Frith & Gospel Echoes, Revelations Quartet and Carolyn Norris. Tickets are $10 in advance, $12 at the door. Details, (601) 906-0677 or (601) 720-8870.

MAKE-A-WISH GALA PLANNED: The Make-A-Wish Foundation of Mississippi will hold its annual gala, A Magical Masquerade, on March 27 at the Country Club of Jackson. A silent auction will begin at 6 p.m., dinner at 7 p.m. The featured speaker is former wish recipient and country recording artist Kevin Sharp. Music from 9 p.m.-midnight by Hunter Gibson and the Gators. Tickets are $100 each or $175 for two. For tickets or details, (601) 366-9474 or 1-800-819-4072.

SPRING FESTIVAL SEEKS VENDORS/PARTICIPANTS: The Smith County Red Cross will host its second annual Spring Fling Festival from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. March 27 in Raleigh. Vendors are sought. Participants are also sought for the Miss Spring Fling Beauty Pageant for infants-18, to be held at 5 p.m. Call (601) 536-3810 for details on either. Those interested in entertaining at the festival should call Katie Kennedy at (601) 672-3061.

Sunday

March 14

BOOK SIGNING: "New York Times" bestselling authors Virginia DeBerry and Donna Grant will sign their latest book, "Uptown: A Novel," at 11:30 a.m. at Books-A-Million, 4950 I-55North in Jackson; and at 1:30 p.m. at the Savvy Book Club in the Eudora Welty Library Conference Room, 300 N. State St. in Jackson. Details, deberryandgrant.com.

ORCHID SOCIETY: The Mississippi Orchid Society meets at 2:30 p.m. the second Sunday of every month at the Municipal Art Gallery, 839 N. State St. in Jackson. Details, cerorchids@aol.com.

FOOTSTEPS IN HOPE 2010 PLANNED: The third annual Footsteps in Hope 8K Walk/Run, supporting HIV/AIDS projects in Mississippi and Zimbabwe, will be held at 2 p.m. on March 28 at Old Trace Park along the Ross Barnett Reservoir in Ridgeland. To register, visit footstepsinhope.org. For sponsorship opportunities, contact footstepsinhope@gmail.com or (901) 338-7011.

Monday

March 15

TASTE OF MISSISSIPPI TO BE HELD: The 22nd annual Taste of Mississippi: Homegrown Hunger Relief will be held at 7 p.m. on March 29 at Highland Village in Jackson. The event, benefiting Stewpot Community Services, offers samplings from more than 45 area restaurants, a silent auction and live music. Tickets are $65 in advance, $80 at the door. For tickets or details, tasteofms.org or (601) 353-2759.

Tuesday

March 16

DIAL-A-STORY: The Junior Auxiliary of Rankin County, the Rankin County Rotary Club, the Flowood Rotary Club and the Flowood Library have partnered to offer Dial-A-Story for area children. Children may call (601) 919-2090 anytime, to listen to a story.

PRIME TIME SENIORS: The city of Flowood Parks and Recreation Department sponsors weekly activities for seniors at 1 p.m. every Tuesday at the Flowood Library. Activities include games, cards, refreshments, occasional speakers and travel. Details, (601) 919-1911.

CODEPENDENT SUPPORT GROUP: The Tuesday Noon Codependents Anonymous Meeting, a 12-Step support group for relationship issues, meets from noon-1 p.m. every Tuesday at Northminster Baptist Church, 3955 Ridgewood Road in Jackson. This is an open meeting for men and women, with Step Study the first Tuesday of each month. Meet in Sunday school room 111, lower floor, park in rear. For more information, (601) 845-2171.

Wednesday

March 17

PRE-SCHOOL STORY TIME: The Richland Library hosts story hour at 10:30 a.m. every Wednesday for children age 3-5. There is a different topic each week. Details, (601) 932-1846.

HISTORY IS: Delta State University English professor Elizabeth Sarcone portrays poet Pearl Rivers (Eliza Jane Poitevant Nicholson) at noon at the Winter Building, 200 North St., in this segment of the History Is lunch series. Details, (601) 576-6850.

ACS SEEKS DRIVERS: The American Cancer Society is looking for volunteers to drive patients to and from their cancer treatments. Those able to spare as little as one afternoon a month may call ACS at (601) 321-5500 to volunteer.

EQUESTRIAN GIRL SCOUTS: Mississippi's only riding Girl Scout troop meets each month at Reveillon Lodge Arabian Farm near Raymond. The troop is open to all girls ages 6-14. Details, Linda at (601) 857-2545.

Thursday

March 18

RIDGELAND RENDEZVOUS: Three local art galleries will host Ridgeland Rendezvous from 5-8 p.m. the third Thursday of each month. Southern Breeze Gallery in Renaissance at Colony Park, View Gallery in The Township at Colony Park and Jackson Street Gallery will host the monthly artist receptions that will include art, food and fellowship. Details, (601) 853-1880.

OPEN MIKE NIGHTS: Small Town Music in Canton presents Open Mike Nights for songwriters/performers from 7-9 p.m. the first and third Thursdays of each month at Union Street Books in Canton, 107 N. Union St. on the Square. Details, (601) 859-8596 or (601) 427-0103.

LEARN BASIC SPANISH: The Pearl Library offers Basic Spanish at 9:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. The free family program is for ages 5 and older. Pre-register by calling (601) 932-2562.

COMPUTER CLASS: The Pearl Library offers "Microsoft Word Part 1" at 10 a.m. Learn the basics of preparing documents. Details, (601) 932-2562.

RANKIN BROWN BAG BIBLE BUDDIES: The Rankin County community of Brown Bag Bible Buddies, a non-denominational ministry for women of all ages, will meet at noon each Thursday at Corner Bakery Cafe, near Lakeland Drive and Old Fannin Road in Flowood. Details, brownbagbiblebuddies.com.

RELAY FOR LIFE CAPTAINS MEET: The Northwest Rankin Relay for Life team captains will meet at 6 p.m. at the Flowood Library. Details, (601) 829-4003.

ART EXHIBIT: The Mississippi Library Commission will exhibit the works of Mississippi artist Mary Jane Moak and Alabama designer and craftsman Sam Cornman through April 30 at its offices at 3881 Eastwood Drive, off Eastover Drive in Jackson. Details, (601) 432-4056.

HERBAL MEDICINE 101: Clinton physician Dr. David Wheat will present a brief introduction to medicinal plants and their use and history at 7 p.m. in Price Hall at the Clinton Community Nature Center, 617 Dunton Road. The event is free. Donations by non-members encouraged. Details, (601) 926-1104.

DREAM HOME GIVEAWAY: Tickets for the St. Jude Dream Home to benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital are on sale for the home in the Arbor Landing community near the Ross Barnett Reservoir. The drawing for the home and other prizes will be held at noon May 30 on WLBT-TV. Tickets are $100 each. For tickets or details, dreamhome.org or 1-800-371-6789.

MURRAH CLASS TURNS 50: The Murrah High School Class of 1978 seeks classmates and former teachers for participation in the class 50th birthday bash scheduled for June 19, 2010. Those interested, submit contact information to: Murrah Class of 1978, P.O. Box 59464, Jackson MS 39284.8812 or (662) 846-0100.

MURRAH REUNION: The Murrah High School class of 1995 is working on its 15th reunion, set for June 18-20, 2010. Details, murrah95@gmail.com or Murrah class of 1995, P.O. Box 16654, Jackson MS 39286.

Friday

March 19

COMMUNITY BINGO: Community bingo, sponsored by the Veterans of Foreign Wars Rankin County Post 5048, will be held each Friday at the VFW Post building, U.S. 49 South, half-way between Richland and Florence. Doors open at 6 p.m., and bingo starts at 7 p.m. Proceeds from bingo support needs of VFW veterans and their families and other projects. The VFW facilities are smoke-free. Details, (601) 278-1927.

'COMPLETE SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED)': The Professional Acting Intern Company at New Stage Theatre presents "The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)" at 7:30 p.m. today and March 20 in the Hewes Room at New Stage. Tickets are $5 cash or check at the door. Details, (601) 948-3533.

PROVINE REUNION: A reunion is being planned for all Provine High School Rams in the classes of 1975-1985. Details, contact Mary Miller at miller609248@bellsouth.net; or contact Gwen Levy at gwenbigred@yahoo.com. They may also be contacted on Facebook, post to Events.

Saturday

March 20

THE WIGGLES AT MALCO: CinemaLive presents "The Wiggles: Big Big Show In the Round" at 10 a.m. today and March 21 at Malco Grandview Cinema in Madison. Tickets for the circus-inspired "live" show are $10 each. Details, malco.com.

DEPOT MUSEUM OPEN: The Flora Depot Museum will be open from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. the first and third Saturday of every month. The museum is on Main Street in Flora.

COFFEE AND CARS: Coffee and Cars Open Breakfast Cruise-In will be held from 7:30 a.m.-until, on the first and third Saturdays of each month, at Corner Bakery Cafe, in the Market Street section of the Dogwood Shopping Center in Flowood. Details, LivingLegendsMustangClub.com.

ROMANCE WRITERS MEET: The Magnolia State Romance Authors meet from 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m. the third Saturday of each month at the Flowood Library to share ideas and discuss the romance genre. Business meeting from 10 a.m.-10:30 a.m., followed by a program. Details, www2.netdoor.com/~phillman/

POLYMER CLAY GUILD MEETS: The Central Mississippi Polymer Clay Guild meets at 10 a.m. at the Pearl Library. Come and be creative with polymer clay. Details, (601) 932-2562.

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION CONFERENCE: St. Stephen's Reformed Episcopal Church, 5049 Lakeland Drive in Flowood, will hold its annual Conference for Christian Education from 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Guest speaker is Bishop Ray R. Sutton of the Diocese of Mid America of the Reformed Episcopal Church. Cost is $20 per person, which includes lunch. Details, (601) 992-4317 or (601) 992-4779.

Wii FAMILY PROGRAM: The Pearl Library will make available during library hours, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., a Wii game system for families to play. Details, (601) 932-2562.

SCRABBLE MEETING: The National Scrabble Association Club, No. 427, meets at 11 a.m. on the first and third Saturday of each month at River of Life Church on Parkway Road, near Ross Barnett. Details, (601) 371-0096 or (601) 355-6621.

BRANDON OPRY: Brandon Opry will be held the first and third Saturdays of each month at the Brandon Municipal Complex, 1000 Municipal Drive. Doors open at 6 p.m., entertainment begins at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $5 at the door. Details, (601) 825-5021.

MAL'S ST. PADDY'S PARADE: The 28th annual Mal's St. Paddy's Parade begins at 1 p.m. The theme is "It Ain't Easy Bein' Green." Other events beginning earlier in the day include the St. Paddy's Day Run/Walk and Fun Run, Trustmark Children's Festival, Pet Parade benefitting MARL, Trustmark Children's Parade, and an after parade street party at Hal & Mal's for those 21 and older. Details, www.halandmals.com/stpat.

Sunday

March 21

OSTOMY ASSOCIATION MEETS: The Ostomy Association of Jackson meets at 3 p.m. the third Sunday of each month in the basement conference room at St. Dominic Hospital. Those who have had an ostomy surgery, colostomy, illeostomy or urostomy are welcome. Details, (601) 956-8521.

FINANCIAL PEACE COURSE: Financial Peace University, the 13-week program taught by Dave Ramsey, will be held at 4 p.m. starting today at Ridgecrest Baptist Church, 7469 Old Canton Road in Madison. To register or for details, Scott Reid at (6010 853-1090.

DAYLILY SOCIETY MEETS: The Hattiesburg Area Daylily Society will meet today. The group meets the third Sunday of each month, January-May, September and October. For time and location or other details, hattiesburgdaylily.com or (601) 520-9437.

Monday

March 22

BALLROOM & LATIN DANCE CLASSES: Applause Dance Factory, 242 Stephens St. in Ridgeland, offers beginner waltz and rumba classes from 7-8 p.m. each Monday. The first class is free. Other classes and private lessons are also available. Details, (601) 856-6168 or applausedancefactory.com.

BABY AND ME: The Brandon Library hosts Baby and Me story time at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. each Monday. Infants to 2-year-olds are invited for music, stories and playtime. Details, (601) 825-2672.

TOASTMASTERS MEET: The High Noon Toastmasters Club meets at noon each Monday for one hour at the Charles Tisdale Library, at the intersection of Northside Drive and Manhattan Road in Jackson. Details, highnoontmc.freetoasthost.ws/ or (601) 923-8888.

BOOK SIGNING: Chang-rae Lee signs The Surrendered at 5 p.m. at Lemuria Books. A reading follows at 5:30 p.m. Details, (601) 366-7619 or www.lemuriabooks.com.

'THE DANCE OF EGYPT': The Hinds Community College Dance Department presents the Montage Theatre of Dance in "The Dance of Egypt...The Story of Moses" at 7 p.m. today and March 23 in Hogg Auditorium, Cain-Cochran Hall, on the Raymond Campus. Reserved admission is $5 for adults and $3 for students. $5 admission for all at the door. To reserve tickets or for details, (601) 857-3460 or (601) 857-3266.

Tuesday

March 23

QUILTING DAY EVENT: National Quilting Day will be celebrated from 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Canton Welcome Center, in the old Trolio Hotel on the west side of the Canton Square. Members of the Allison's Wells Quilt Club will demonstrate hand quilting. Free beginner packets to those interested in learning to quilt.

BABY BOOKWORMS: Baby Bookworms younger than 3 are invited to story time at 9:30 a.m. every Tuesday at the Pearl Library. There is a different topic each week. Details, (601) 932-2562.

PEARL STORY TIME: Preschoolers ages 3-6 are invited for story time at 10:30 a.m. every Tuesday at the Pearl Library. There is a different topic each week. Details, (601) 932-2562.

MAGNOLIA TATTERS MEET: The Mississippi Magnolia Tatters will meet at 6 p.m. at the Pearl Library. Come and learn the art of lace making. No materials fee. Details, (601) 932-2562.

STORYWEAVERS: Local adult storytellers meet at 7 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of each month at the Flowood Library to discuss the tradition of oral telling and to share stories. Afterward, members may gather at local eateries to share a meal together. Details, (601) 919-1911.

ARTS & LECTURE SERIES: The Millsaps Arts & Lecture Series offers best-selling author and Jackson native Kathryn Stockett on "Why I Wrote 'The Help'" at 7 p.m. in the Ford Academic Complex Recital Hall. Tickets are $10. Details, (601) 974-1130.

Wednesday

March 24

MAXWELL AT MADISON UMC: John Maxwell will perform "Fish Tale," the story of Peter the Apostle, at 6:15 p.m. in the sanctuary of Madison United Methodist Church, 100 Post Oak Road. Details, (601) 856-6058.

BRANDON STORY TIME: Preschool story time is held at 10:30 a.m. every Wednesday and Thursday at the Brandon Library for children 2-4. Details, (601) 825-2672.

PEARL PEANUTS MEET: The Pearl Library hosts an after school program at 4 p.m. every Wednesday for children in grades K-6. Join them for stories and games, with a different topic each week. Details, (601) 932-2562.

PANHELLENIC LUNCHEON: Jackson Area Alumnae Panhellenic Association will host a luncheon at 11:30 a.m. at Pan Asia in Ridgeland. The event honors Millsaps Panhellenic president with a scholarship and winners of the scholarship-funding raffle are announced. Raffle proceeds also benefit the Center for Domestic Abuse. Raffle tickets are $5 each, with a grand prize of $250 cash. For tickets or details, Shari Lee at slee@herrin-gear.com or (601) 218-3584.

HISTORY IS: "Mississippi History Now" editor Peggy W. Jeanes discusses the Mississippi Historical Society's award-winning online publication for educators and history buffs at noon at the Winter Building, 200 North St., in this segment of the History Is lunch series. Details, (601) 576-6850.

Thursday

March 25

BUSINESS EXPO: The Rankin County Chamber of Commerce will host its 2010 Business Expo from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. in the Hinds Community College Multi-Purpose Building in Pearl. Free to the public. Details, www.rankinchamber.com.

FLOWOOD KIWANIS MEETS: The Flowood Kiwanis meets from noon-1 p.m. every Thursday in the private dining room at River Oaks Hospital in Flowood. Guests and prospective members are invited for lunch, a program of interest and to learn about Kiwanis. Details, Warren Weed at (601) 936-2392.

SOUTHERN WRITERS GROUP: Local writers and aspiring writers meet at 6:30 p.m. on the fourth Thursday of each month to discuss writing and publishing at the Flowood Library. The group also meets at noon on the second Friday of each month. Details, (601) 919-1911.

BOOK SIGNING: Pauline Pearson Hathorn signs "Escape From Paradise: How to Win Against All Odds" from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Koininia Coffee House, 136 S. Adams St. in Jackson (off JSU Parkway.) Her first published book details her journey from the Paradise cotton plantation to receiving her doctorate from Cal Berkeley at age 71. Details, (601) 566-6995 or drpauline.com.

Friday

March 26

SHAMROCK PROJECT GOLF: Mu Chapter of Kappa Delta Sorority at Millsaps College will host its fourth annual Shamrock Project Golf Tournament at Whisper Lake Country Club in Madison. Proceeds benefit the Family Support Center and Prevent Child Abuse America. Shotgun start at 1 p.m. Fees are $100 per person. To register, contact Katie Knippa at knippka@millsaps.edu or (972) 658-2692; or Lindsey Tassin at tassilr@millsaps.edu or (225) 978-9029.

BOOK SIGNING: Howard Frank Mosher signs Walking to Gatlinburg at 5 p.m. at Lemuria Books. A reading follows at 5:30 p.m. Details, (601) 366-7619 or www.lemuriabooks.com.

INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL: Mississippi College will host an International Festival from 6-7:30 p.m. at Swor Auditorium, with refreshments following in the lobby of Nelson Hall. The show will feature musical performances, dancing, a fashion show of traditional dress from around the world, and more. The program is free and open to the public. Details, (601) 925-7705.

'THE COMEDY OF ERRORS': Mississippi College presents William Shakespeare's "The Comedy of Errors" at 7 p.m. at MC's Jennings Courtyard. Tickets are $7 for adults, and $5 for students and seniors. For reservations, call (601) 925-3935. Details, (601) 925-3453.

Saturday

March 27

MC PREVIEW DAY: Mississippi College will host Spring Preview Day for prospective students and parents from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. The free event starts with a continental breakfast and includes campus tours, meetings with professors, remarks from President Lee Royce, information sessions for students and parents, lunch and more. To register or for details, mc.edu or (601) 925-3800.

ADULT/YOUTH GOLF TOURNEY: The Mississippi Children's Museum Youth Ambassadors will sponsor the inaugural MCM Adult/Youth Golf Tournament at the LeFleur's Bluff State Park golf course. Proceeds benefit the Museum. Tee times are 9 a.m. and 1 p.m., with lunch provided at noon. Cost per player is $75. Hole sponsors are also sought. To register, (601) 981-5469.

BOOK SALE: The Jackson Friends of the Library will sponsor a book sale from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in Buy the Book, the book sale room on the first floor of the Eudora Welty Library in downtown Jackson. Juvenile books, adult hardbacks, trade publications, paperbacks and magazines will be available, with prices ranging from 10 cents to $1. Details, (601) 968-5828.

MAKE-A-WISH GALA: The Make-A-Wish Foundation of Mississippi will hold its annual gala, A Magical Masquerade, at the Country Club of Jackson. A silent auction begins at 6 p.m., dinner at 7 p.m. The featured speaker is former wish recipient and country recording artist Kevin Sharp. Music from 9 p.m.-midnight by Hunter Gibson and the Gators. Tickets are $100 each or $175 for two. For tickets or details, (601) 366-9474 or 1-800-819-4072.

BRAVO V: The Mississippi Symphony Orchestra presents Bravo V: Mahler's Symphony No. 2, The Resurrection at 7:29 p.m. at Thalia Mara Hall in downtown Jackson. A season finale of choirs, vocal soloists and the full orchestra perform Mahler's monumental Resurrection Symphony. For tickets or details, msorchestra.com or (601) 960-1565.

SPRING FLING FESTIVAL: The Smith County Red Cross will host its second annual Spring Fling Festival from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. in Raleigh. The Miss Spring Fling Beauty Pageant will be held at 5 p.m. Other activities include space jump, bungee run, rock wall, dunking booth, crafts and an Egg Hunt with 5,000 eggs including prize eggs (children pay $3 to hunt). Details, (601) 536-3810.

Sunday

March 28

FOOTSTEPS IN HOPE 2010: The third annual Footsteps in Hope 8K Walk/Run, supporting HIV/AIDS projects in Mississippi and Zimbabwe, will be held at 2 p.m. at Old Trace Park along the Ross Barnett Reservoir in Ridgeland. To register, visit footstepsinhope.org.

JAZZ SOCIETY MEETS: The New Bourbon Street Jazz Society will meet from 3-6 p.m. at Colonial Country Club, 5635 Old Canton Road in Jackson. Traditional Dixieland jazz, swing and dance music will be performed. Members admitted free, guests $10 per person. Details, (601) 956-8521.

Monday

March 29

MOTHER GOOSE LAPSIT: The Flowood Library will host Mother Goose Lapsit story time at 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. each Monday. Activities include interactive music, games and books for infants-36 months. Details, (601) 919-1911.

BOOK SIGNING: Harlan Coben signs Caught at 5 p.m. at Lemuria Books. A reading follows at 5:30 p.m. Details, (601) 366-7619 or www.lemuriabooks.com.

TASTE OF MISSISSIPPI: The 22nd annual Taste of Mississippi: Homegrown Hunger Relief will be held at 7 p.m. at Highland Village in Jackson. The event, benefiting Stewpot Community Services, offers samplings from more than 45 area restaurants, a silent auction and live music. Tickets are $65 in advance, $80 at the door. For tickets or details, tasteofms.org or (601) 353-2759.

Wednesday

March 31

CONSIGNMENT EVENT: All 4 Children Consignment in Brandon will hold its semi-annual Spring/Summer Children's Consignment Event at the Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum on Lakeland Drive. Hours are 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. today; 8:30 a.m.-7 p.m. on April 1; and 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. on April 2. Details, all4childrenconsignment.com.

DEATH ROW LIVE: Death Row Live, a gathering for teens from all walks of life, will be held at 6:30 p.m. the last Wednesday of each month through May, in the Florence Middle School auditorium. The event is led by Kevin Wade, associate pastor of Students and Activities for Cleary Baptist Church in Florence. Details, www.deathrowlive.org.

HISTORY IS: Jacksonian William Morris will show images from and talk about his book, "Ole Miss at Oxford: A Part of Our Heart and Soul," at noon at the Winter Building, 200 North St., in this segment of the History Is lunch series. Details, (601) 576-6850.

Thursday

April 1

SENIOR GAME DAY: The senior services department of the city of Pearl hosts Game Day from 1-4 p.m. each Thursday in the small community room of Pearl City Hall. Join them for cards, dominoes and various board games. Details, (601) 863-3229.

MOTHER GOOSE LAPSIT: The Flowood Library will host Mother Goose Lapsit story time at 3:30 p.m. every Thursday. Activities include interactive music, games and books for infants-36 months. Details, (601) 919-1911.

DEMOCRATIC WOMEN MEET: The Rankin County Federation of Democratic Women will meet at 6 p.m. at Western Sizzlin' Restaurant, at the intersection of U.S. 80 and U.S. 49. Plans for 2010 will be discussed. Members and prospective members are welcome. Details, (601) 992-3536 or rankindemocrats.net.

FIRST THURSDAY COIN CLUB: The First Thursday Coin Club will meet at 6:30 p.m. at the Brandon Library. The club meets the first Thursday of each month and always holds a coin auction. Visitors are welcome. Details, (601) 939-1708 or (601) 954-7616.

Friday

April 2

BOOK SIGNING: Brad Watson signs Aliens in the Prime of Their Lives: Stories at 5 p.m. at Lemuria Books. A reading follows at 5:30 p.m. Details, (601) 366-7619 or www.lemuriabooks.com.

ASTRONOMICAL ASSOC. MEETS: The Jackson Astronomical Association meets at 7:30 p.m. the first Friday of each month in Belhaven, with monthly stargazes near Raymond. Everyone is welcome. Details, Wyatt at (601) 856-4243.

Saturday

April 3

RANKIN DEM BREAKFAST: The Rankin County Democratic Party invites interested Rankin Countians to breakfast from 9-11 a.m. the first Saturday of each month at Golden Corral off Lakeland Drive in Flowood. Details, (601) 951-1900, (601) 212-8286 or rankindemocrats.net.

GOSPEL SINGING: Brandon Assembly of God, 995 S. College St. in Brandon, will host a down-home Gospel Singing from 5:30-8 p.m. the first Saturday of each month. Details, (601) 540-1604 or (601) 664-8165.

CONFEDERATE VETERANS MEET: Sons of Confederate Veterans Camp No. 265 of Brandon meets at 6 p.m. on the first Saturday of each month for fellowship and dinner at Penn's of Brandon on U.S. 80. Meetings begin at 7 p.m. Anyone interested in Civil War history or researching family genealogy is invited to attend. Details, (601) 832-8316.

FAMILY BIRD WALK: The Jackson Audubon Society will sponsor a family bird walk from 8-10 a.m. at the LeFleur's Bluff State Park Mayes Lake Entrance, 115 Lakeland Terrace in Jackson. The walk will be led by an expert birder from the society. There is no charge for the walk, but admission to the park is $3 per car (up to four people). Children younger than 15 must be accompanied by an adult. Bring binoculars, water, insect repellent and a snack. Binoculars available for loan, call in advance to reserve a pair. Details, (601) 956-7444.

BOOK SIGNING: Gilbert Ford signs Flying Lessons at 10:30 a.m. at Lemuria Books. Details, (601) 366-7619 or www.lemuriabooks.com.

LUPUS SUPPORT: A support group for people dealing with Lupus meets at 2 p.m. the first Saturday of every month in the Busey Auditorium of Baptist Medical Center. Details, (601) 948-6262.

Monday

April 5

SENIOR MEN'S COFFEE: The senior services department of the city of Pearl hosts men's coffee at 8 a.m. every Monday in the small community room at Pearl City Hall. Coffee and a light breakfast snack will be offered. Details, (601) 863-3229.

AARP MEETING: The West Rankin Chapter of AARP No. 3444 will meet at the Richland Community Center behind Wal-Mart on U.S. 49 South. Details, (601) 845-7386 or (601) 939-2241.

WOODWORKERS MEET: The Mississippi Woodworkers meet at 7 p.m. the first Monday of each month at Bass Pro Shops in Pearl. Novice to masters are welcome. Details, (601) 352-8446.

BOOK SIGNING: Barbie Bassett signs Forecasts and Faith at 5 p.m. at Lemuria Books. Details, (601) 366-7619 or www.lemuriabooks.com.

Tuesday

April 6

HCC INFO SESSIONS: The Rankin Campus of Hinds Community College will hold informational sessions from 5:30-6:30 p.m. on the first Tuesday of every month for traditional-age students, parents and adult learners. The sessions will be held in the administration classroom building. Included will be general information about the college and campus, programs that lead to well-paying jobs, how to enroll in and pay for college and a question and answer session. Details, (601) 857-3431.

PARKINSON SUPPORT GROUP: A Parkinson support group will meet from 6:30-7:30 p.m. on the first Tuesday of each month at Oakdale Baptist Church, 1872 Hwy. 471 in Brandon. Details, (601) 506-2729, tajones26@yahoo.com.

ZOO STORY TIME: The Jackson Zoo will host Story Time Tuesday from 10-11 a.m. the first Tuesda y of each month through September. Stories will be read each month by a "hometown hero." The event is free with paid zoo admission. Details, (601) 352-2580.

PARKINSON SUPPORT: The Metro-Jackson Support Group of the American Parkinson Disease Association holds its monthly meeting at 2 p.m. on the first Tuesday of each month at Redeemer Presbyterian Church, 640 E. Northside Drive in Jackson. Anyone with, or concerned with, Parkinson Disease is welcome. Details, Brenda Allred at (601) 618-2772.

SBA LOAN CLINIC: The U.S. Small Business Administration's Mississippi District Office will conduct a free loan clinic to discuss SBA's guaranty loan programs, at 4:30 p.m. the first Tuesday of each month, in the SBA Conference Room, 10th floor of Regions Plaza, 210 E. Capitol St. in Jackson. Space is limited. To reserve a spot, visit sba.gov/ms or call (601) 965-4378, ext. 11.

FREE CREDIT SEMINARS: Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Jackson will host free one-hour classes on budgeting, credit and housing counseling at 6 p.m. the first Tuesday of each month at its office in the 3000 Building in Fondren (3000 Old Canton Road, Suite 500.) Pre-registration preferred, but not required, by calling 1-866-255-2227 or e-mailing chris.burford@cccsinc.org.

BLUES SOCIETY: The Central Mississippi Blues Society meets at 6 p.m. the first Tuesday of each month at Hal & Mal's. Details, centralmississippibluessociety.com.

Wednesday

April 7

CIVITAN CLUB MEETS: The Rankin Civitan Club meets from 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. every Wednesday (except fifth Wednesdays of the month) at Penn's Fish House on U.S. 80 in Brandon. The group serves individual and community needs with an emphasis on helping people with developmental disabilities. Visit Civitan International at www.civitan.org. Details, Joe Signaigo at (601) 540-0626 or Michael Chandler at (601) 825-0141.

WEEKLY DANCE CLASS: The senior services department of the city of Pearl hosts a dance class at 1:30 p.m. each Wednesday in the small community room of Pearl City Hall. The classes will feature salsa, rumba and ballroom dancing. Details, (601) 863-3229.

MANSION TOURS: The Mississippi governor's mansion offers free tours every half-hour from 9:30-11 a.m. Tuesday through Friday. May be closed for state functions, call for availability. (601) 359-6421.

HISTORY IS: Luther Brown, director of Delta State University's Delta Center for Culture and Learning, presents "The Mississippi River" at noon at the Winter Building, 200 North St., in this segment of the History Is lunch series. Details, (601) 576-6850.

SAINT PE' PRESENTS: Saint Pe' Films will present a full-length classic film or shorts at 7 p.m. the first Wednesday of each month in the Pi(e) Lounge at Sal & Mookie's Restaurant in Jackson. Independent filmmakers are also invited to show their works and give pre- and post-showing talks. Details, (601) 368-1919 or pi-lounge.net.

Thursday

April 8

BOOK SIGNING: Stacey Jay signs You Are So Undead to Me and Undead Much at 5 p.m. at Lemuria Books. A reading follows at 5:30 p.m. Details, (601) 366-7619 or www.lemuriabooks.com.

EXPECTANT GRANDPARENT SEMINAR: Baptist Health Systems offers an Expectant Grandparent class at 6 p.m. at the Baptist for Women Conference Center in Jackson. Future classes will be held July 8 and Oct. 14. For costs or to register, call (601) 948-6262.

Friday

April 9

HEALTHCARE QUALITY CONFERENCE: The Mississippi Association for Healthcare Quality presents "The Many Faces of Healthcare Quality," an educational conference featuring experts in the field of quality and safety, at the Norman C. Nelson Student Union on the campus of the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson. Continuing education credits available. Details, www.missahq.org.

WELCOME NEIGHBOR DEADLINE: The Welcome Neighbor Club will meet at 11:30 a.m. on April 13 at the Country Club of Jackson, 345 St. Andrews Drive. Reservations are due today. Luncheon tickets are $15. The group meets the second Tuesday of each month, with reservations required by noon the preceding Friday. Details, (601) 605-9567.

RED CROSS SEEKS VOLUNTEERS: The American Red Cross Central Mississippi Chapter is looking for volunteers who can provide regularly scheduled office support or man booths during community events, such as health and education fairs and festivals. Potential volunteers are required to attend an orientation session, and background checks are required for some volunteer positions. Details, (601) 353-5442 or www.mississippi-redcross.org.

Saturday

April 10

MISSISSIPPI OPRY: Mississippi Opry will be held at 6 p.m. in the Pearl Community Room, next to City Hall, on Old Brandon Road. Guest band Alan Sibley & The Magnolia Ramblers from Ackerman join house band Harmony & Grits for bluegrass and bluegrass gospel music. Admission is $10, all children free. Concessions available. Details, (601) 331-6672.

BOOK SIGNING: Lindsey Leavitt signs Princess for Hire at 1 p.m. at Lemuria Books. Details, (601) 366-7619 or www.lemuriabooks.com.

BOOK SIGNING: A book signing will be held at 2 p.m. at Lemuria Books for Bending Toward the Light. Details, (601) 366-7619 or www.lemuriabooks.com.

CHAMBER IN THE CHAPEL: The Mississippi Symphony Orchestra presents Chamber IV: Chamber in the Chapel at 7:30 p.m. in Woodworth Chapel at Tougaloo College. The musicians will perform a selection of chamber music for winds, brass and strings. For tickets or details, msorchestra.com or (601) 960-1565.

Monday

April 12

MUSTARD SEED: The Mustard Seed gift shop, featuring art work painted by adults with developmental disabilities, is open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday-Friday, at 1085 Luckney Road in Brandon. Details, www.mustardseedinc.org or (601) 992-3556.

TODDLER TIME: The Pearl Library offers the group activity Toddler Time, for children ages 15-36 months. The group meets at 9:30 a.m. each Monday for stories, rhymes and music. Details, (601) 932-2562.

CROSSROADS CHORUS: The ladies a capella chorus, Crossroads of the South, meets at 6:30 p.m. each Monday at Briarwood United Methodist Church, 360 Briarwood Drive. Details, (601) 939-6360.

Tuesday

April 13

BOOK SIGNING: Ann Ross signs Miss Julia Renews Her Vows and Erin Hunter signs Fading Echoes (Warriors: Omen of the Stars No. 2) at 5 p.m. at Lemuria Books. Readings follow at 5:30 p.m. Details, www.lemuriabooks.com or (601) 366-7619.

Wednesday

April 14

HISTORY IS: Historian Warren Calhoun presents "A Piano Teacher and an American Hero: The Carter-Crumpton Families of Mississippi and Alabama" at noon at the Winter Building, 200 North St., in this segment of the History Is lunch series. Details, (601) 576-6850.

Wednesday

April 21

HISTORY IS: Jackson attorney Alex Alston Jr. talks about the new book he wrote with James L. Dickerson Jr., "Devil's Sanctuary: An Eyewitness History of Mississippi Hate Crimes," at noon at the Winter Building, 200 North St., in this segment of the History Is lunch series. Details, (601) 576-6850.

Saturday

April 24

BETH MOORE SIMULCAST: Beth Moore, author and founder of Living Proof Ministry, will present her "So Long Insecurity Conference" from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. live via satellite at Pinelake Church's Reservoir Campus, 6071 Hwy. 25 in Flowood. The event, for women of all ages, is based on her newest book, "So Long Insecurity: You've Been a Bad Friend to Us." Tickets are $15, and include lunch. Tickets available at The Source Bookstore at Pinelake, LifeWay Christian Bookstore or at pinelake.org/bethmoore. Details, (601) 829-4500.

Wednesday

April 28

HISTORY IS: Mississippi historian W.J. Megginson talks about his new book, "African American Life in South Carolina's Upper Piedmont," at noon at the Winter Building, 200 North St., in this segment of the History Is lunch series. Details, (601) 576-6850.

Thursday

April 29

BOOK SIGNING: Elise Blackwell signs An Unfinished Score at 5 p.m. at Lemuria Books. A reading follows at 5:30 p.m. Details, (601) 366-7619 or www.lemuriabooks.com.

Friday

April 30

WINE TASTING FUNDRAISER: The Mississippi Children's Home Services Auxiliary presents a Wine Tasting & Silent Auction to benefit Mississippi children and families in need, from 6-9 p.m. at the home of Herb and Becky Ivison, 2631 Lake Circle in Jackson. The event will showcase wine and gourmet food from Jackson area restaurants, and a silent auction with vacation packages, fine wine, jewelry and more. Tickets for $50 may be purchased in advance at mchscares.org/winetasting, or at the door.

Wednesday

May 5

BOOK SIGNING: Holly LeCraw signs The Swimming Pool at 5 p.m. at Lemuria Books. A reading follows at 5:30 p.m. Details, (601) 366-7619 or www.lemuriabooks.com.

Wednesday

May 12

HISTORY IS: Historic Natchez Foundation founder Ron Miller talks about the preservation of historic sites in Natchez at noon at the Winter Building, 200 North St., in this segment of the History Is lunch series. Details, (601) 576-6850.

Thursday

May 13

BOOK SIGNING: Karl Marlantes signs Matterhorn: A Novel of the Vietnam War at 5 p.m. at Lemuria Books. A reading follows at 5:30 p.m. Details, (601) 366-7619 or www.lemuriabooks.com.

Tuesday

May 18

BOOK SIGNING: Margaret McMullan signs Sources of Light at 5 p.m. at Lemuria Books. A reading follows at 5:30 p.m. Details, (601) 366-7619 or www.lemuriabooks.com.

Wednesday

May 19

BOOK SIGNING: Lee Child signs 61 Hours at 5 p.m. at Lemuria Books. A reading follows at 5:30 p.m. Details, (601) 366-7619 or www.lemuriabooks.com.

Wednesday

June 9

HISTORY IS: MDAH historian Clarence Hunter presents "Charles Hamilton Houston and the Coming of Civil Rights to Mississippi" at noon at the Winter Building, 200 North St., in this segment of the History Is lunch series. Details, (601) 576-6850.

Wednesday

June 16

HISTORY IS: Art collector and historian Roy Wilkinson talks about Mississippi artists at noon at the Winter Building, 200 North St., in this segment of the History Is lunch series. Details, (601) 576-6850.

Wednesday

June 30

BOOK SIGNING: Adam Ross signs Mr. Peanut at 5 p.m. at Lemuria Books. A reading follows at 5:30 p.m. Details, (601) 366-7619 or www.lemuriabooks.com.

Wednesday

Oct. 20

HISTORY IS: Sam Brookes, Heritage Program manager, National Forests in Mississippi, talks about mounds built by Native Americans across the state at noon at the Winter Building, 200 North St., in this segment of the History Is lunch series. Details, (601) 576-6850.

Wednesday

Nov. 17

HISTORY IS: Historian Rowena McClinton discusses Native Americans of Mississippi at noon at the Winter Building, 200 North St., in this segment of the History Is lunch series. Details, (601) 576-6850.