, 10:15-11 a.m. today, MS Gulf Coast Blossman YMCA, 1810 Government St., Ocean Springs. Classes open to children nine months through three years of age. Classes will be held Mondays through Thursdays. Parents must accompany children in the pool for the class. Cost is $60 for YMCA members and $85 for non-members. Details: 875-5050.
, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Mondays, Room H31, Long Beach High School, Cleveland Avenue, Long Beach. Support group for friends and family of drug abusers meets weekly. Details: 596-9046 or 669-3750.
, 7 a.m., Trent Lott National Guard Training Complex, 4715 Hewes Avenue, building 160, dining hall, Gulfport. Speaker: Gene Pope, Biloxi National Cemetery. Details: Charles Carrigan, 214-6018.
, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesday-Wednesday, Gulf Coast Medical Center, 180 DeBuys Road, Biloxi. The eight-hour course will be split into two four-hour sessions. Seniors will be eligible for an auto insurance discount upon completion. Details: 432-7816.
, 10 a.m., Lucedale-George County Public Library, 507 Oak St. Storytime and egg hunt. Children bring: an Easter basket, a small bag of candy, and one dozen decorated or plastic Easter eggs. For children ages preschool through 2nd grade. Details: 947-2123.
, 12:30 p.m., Garden Park Medical Center, classroom 1. Meets first Tuesday each month. Speaker: Melora Jackson, Mississippi Department of Mental Health Alzheimer's Division. Group discussion forum. Provides education and support to people caring for family members with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia. Details: 575-7116.
, 5:30 p.m., Lynn Meadows Discovery Center, 246 Dolan Ave., Gulfport. Architects and city planners will present the Smart Code Community Plan for Mississippi City. Mississippi City Gulfport residents are invited to attend, ask questions and offer pertinent comments. Details: 897-6039.
, 6-8 p.m., Isle of Capri Casino, Lava Bar, Biloxi. New members and those interested in learning more about the group are invited to attend. Details: (850) 916-4444.
, 6 p.m., Biloxi Junior High School cafeteria. Eighth- and ninth-grade boys & girls basketball teams are recognized and awarded. Dinner served. Cost: $5 for parents and guests.
, 6-7 p.m., Memorial Hospital Gulfport, South Building, Classroom 5. The 10-week program will promote healthy eating habits, exercise and behavior modification. Cost is $100, $25 due at registration. Balance due first session. Details: 867-4033.
, 6:30 p.m., Infinity Wellness, 14501 LeMoyne Boulevard, St. Martin. Learn nutritional, exercise and lifestyle recommendations. Details: 257-1946.
, Wednesday-Friday, 6 a.m.-6 p.m. Day camp sites in Ocean Springs, Gautier, Long Beach and Hancock County. The Biloxi site will run from April 9-13. Activities will be swimming, field trips, arts and crafts, sports and more. Details: 872-0322.
"," 10-11:30 a.m., MDES office, WIN Job Center, 454 U.S. 90, Ste. C, Waveland. General small business basics information will be covered, such as business license, building & zoning permits, taxes, planning and financing options. Event is free, but registration is recommended. Details: 466-9145.
, 10 a.m.-noon, April 4, Taconi Elementary School, 711 Magnolia St., Ocean Springs. The event is sponsored by the MS Gulf Coast Blossman YMCA and will feature children's games, an obstacle course and more. Details: 872-0322.
, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College Applied Technology and Development Center, Lab 4, Gulfport. Topic: "Improving Work Habits." Lunch served. Cost: $20 Chamber members pre-paid; $30 potential members pre-paid. Additional $5 charged at the door. Details: 604-0014.
"," 1:30-3:30 p.m., MDES office, WIN Job Center, 454 U.S. 90, Ste. C, Waveland. Topics will include business plans do's and don'ts, tips, length, content, resources, marketing research and more. Event is free, but registration is recommended. Details: 466-9145.
, 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m., WAMA, 510 Washington Ave., Ocean Springs. Instructor: Chef Diane Claughton. Cost: $150 per person for WAMA members, $160 per person for non-members. Single session cost: $50 per person for WAMA members and $60 per person for non-members.
, 10 a.m., 9414 Three Rivers Road, Suite 2, Gulfport. Author Chuck Whitlock provides practical tips on avoiding becoming a victim of identity theft and financial scams. Details: 868-3557.
, noon, Garden Park Medical Center, classroom 2, Gulfport. Meets on the first Thursday each month at noon. Topic: "Diabetic Skin Care and Wound Care." Light meal served. Reservations are recommended but not required. Details or to register: Betty Ryan Beets, 575-7105.
, 4:30 p.m., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, Jefferson Davis campus, Learning Resources building, Gulfport. Topics: structural measures and environmental measures. Questions and answers session. Details: Jenny Jacobson, (251) 690-2724.
, 5:30 p.m., Gulf Coast Business Technology Center, 1636 Popp's Ferry Road, Biloxi. Clinics available first Thursday of each month. Topic: SBA loan programs available and requirements. Seating limited, registration encouraged. Details: 863-4449, ext. 25 or Bridget.johnson@sba.gov .
6 p.m., Walter Anderson Museum of Art, 510 Washington Ave., Ocean Springs. Celebrates works of women recognized over past 10 years as Honored Artists or as Mississippi Treasures by the Mississippi state committee of the National Museum of Women In the Arts. Cost: Free for WAMA or NMWA members, $10 non-members. Details: 872-3164.
, 8 p.m. April 5-7, Biloxi little Theatre, 220 Lee St., Biloxi. Play: Set against the backdrop of WW II, the revelation of the Holocaust, and the struggle of Zionism. Cost: $12, $10 students, seniors and active military. Details: 432-8543 or www.4blt.org .
, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. April 6-7, Singing River Mall, near Fiesta Brava and Sears. All donors receive a T-shirt. Donors must be at least 17 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds and have a valid ID.
, noon-7 p.m. April 6-7, Edgewater Mall, Biloxi. Must be at least 17 years old and weigh 110 pounds. Drawings for diamonds given away by Gordon Jewelers, Harris Jewelers and Traditional Jewelers. Details: 872-7713 or 934-1840.
, 9 a.m., Harrison County Election Commission, 2600 24th Avenue, Gulfport. Entrance is in the back of the building. Details: http://www.hcdec.net .
, 9:30 a.m., Ocean Springs Hospital Library, 3109 Bienville Blvd. For the legally blind and their family and friends. Details: Sara, 218-1549 or Colleen, 424-6186.
Registration begins 1:45 p.m. Children must bring their own Easter baskets. Prizes, storytime and activities with Cookie Mouse will follow. Details: 832-8568.
, 5:30 p.m., St. Martin High School, Yellow Jacket Road. For families with children under 10. Children's activities, live music, face painting and entertainment. Children hunt for over 3,000 prize-filled eggs and each child will receive a goody bag with candy.
"," 5:45-7:45 p.m., Gulf Coast Business Technology Center, 1636 Popp's Ferry Road, Biloxi. Discussion of ways to finance your business, how to compare financing sources, what a lender wants in a business proposal, and how your credit score and business plan/proposal impact your ability to secure financing for your business. Event is free, but registration is recommended. Details: 466-9145.
, 11 a.m. For those who have lived on the Coast for 3 years or less or those returning from a Katrina exile. Annual Hat Contest. Theme: "Holidays". Members design and decorate their own creations. Lunch served. Location or details: 896-3996 or 263-8303.
, 4-5:30 p.m., Jackson County Chamber of Commerce. Elder Law Attorney James W. Wilson will speak on how to protect assets from a long nursing home stay. Details: 872-3123.
, 5-6 p.m., MS Gulf Coast Blossman YMCA, 1810 Government St., Ocean Springs. Classes will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays for eight lessons over four weeks. Cost is $60 for YMCA members and $85 for non-members. Details: 875-5050.
, 7 p.m., Ocean Springs Library. Program: "A Crisis in Jackson County - A Chemical Katrina." Speaker: Robert Hardy, retired Naval Commander and president/owner of international RMH Telecom Consultants Company. Details: 818-9062.
, 7 p.m., Beau Rivage Theatre, Biloxi. WINGS Performing Arts with "Seussical the Musical" scenes, Ballet Theatre School and other arts groups. Benefits Lynn Meadows Discovery Center. Cost: $20 adults, $10 youth under 17. Details: 897-6039.
, 10:30 a.m. April 13-14, Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 15246 Crossroads Parkway, Gulfport. Instructors: Lynn McLean and Amy LeMien. Details: 832-8568.
, 6-8 p.m., 13280 new Mississippi 67, Biloxi. Steak, potato, salad and bread. Hamburgers also available. Carry-out or dine in. Cost: $12. Details: 392-9345.
, 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. April 14 and 21, Singing River Hospital, Turner Building Conference Room. Boating Skills and Seamanship. Cost: $30 per person. Must be at least 10 years old and have valid SSN. Details: 769-2820 or 623-2550.
, 9 a.m.-noon, First Street, Wiggins. Vendors, live entertainment, soapbox derby and art show. Awards for Best in Show and top three in each category. Pre-registration required for entry in show. Details: (601) 928-5418.
, 6 p.m., Jackson County Civic Center. Silent auction, drawdown prize of $5,000, music and candlelight vigil to honor children of abuse and neglect. Details: 762-7370.
, 6 p.m., 1636 Popp's Ferry Road, Biloxi. Instructor: John Stumph. Guide to the essentials of QuickBooks Pro. Basics of financial management for your small business. Cost: $10 by April 9, $15 if paid at door. Details or to register: 861-9266.
, 11:30 a.m. April 18, Harrison Central High School, Gulfport. Worn flags will be disposed of properly. Program conducted by Daughters of the American Revolution and local ROTC squads. Details: 223-4161 or 896-3587.
"," 8:30-10 a.m., WIN Job Center, 12121 U.S. 49, Gulfport. General small business basics information will be covered, such as business license, building & zoning permits, taxes, planning and financing options. Event is free, but registration is recommended. Details: 466-9145.
"," 9-11:30 a.m., Perkinston campus of Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. Topics will cover how to read a credit score as well as the tips to increase that score for better financing opportunities, how to write a successful loan package and to review a business loan package, and how to read a credit report. $20 fee, registration is required. Details: 466-9145.
"," 5:30-7:30 p.m., Gulf Coast Business Technology Center, 1636 Popp's Ferry Road, Biloxi. Topics will include business plans do's and don'ts, tips, length, content, resources, marketing research and more. Event is free, but registration is recommended. Details: 466-9145.
, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 2717 U.S. 90, Gautier. Speaker: Butch Loper, Jackson County Civil Defense. Details: Roy Clark, 497-6905.
, 7:30-11 p.m., Beau Rivage Casino, Biloxi. Benefits: Humane Society of South Mississippi. Auctions, music, cocktails, hor d'oeuvres, and a special "Dog Extreme Makeover." Cost: $60 per person, sponsorships $125 and up. Details: Raemona Welder, 863-4394.
, 5:30 p.m., Town Green, Biloxi. Movie: "Hook." Contests, prizes and refreshments sold. Admission: one can of food for Salvation Army. Bring blankets and lawn chairs. Sponsored by City of Biloxi and Beau Rivage Casino Resort.
, 8 a.m. April 21, sites throughout the city. Reward cookout at Little Children's Park, Washington Ave., 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Details and site registration: 875-4236.
, 6 p.m.-10 p.m., Mary C. O'Keefe Cultural Center, 1600 Government St., Ocean Springs. Art exhibits, food, silent auctions and music. Cost: $50 per person. Casual attire. Details: 818-2878.
, 7 p.m., IP Hotel & Casino, Biloxi. Ocean Springs Junior Auxiliary hosts charity event with dancing, cocktails and hor d'oeuvres, a late-night breakfast buffet, live entertainment plus a silent and live auction. Cost: $50 per person. Details: 863-4975.
, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Diamondhead Country Club. Benefits: Alzheimer's Foundation and to Hope Haven Children's Shelter. Cost: $2. Details: Carol Bustetter, 255-3798 or Mary Clements, 586-1304.
"," 4-5:30 p.m., Gulf Coast Business Technology Center, 1636 Popp's Ferry Road, Biloxi. General small business basics information will be covered, such as business license, building & zoning permits, taxes, planning and financing options. Event is free, but registration is recommended. Details: 466-9145.
, 4-10 p.m., Vancleave Arena. Ten bands perform over three days. Cost: $25 three day pass, $15 per day, free for children under 12. Proceeds benefit charitable organizations.
, 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Vancleave Arena. Ten bands perform over three days. Cost: $25 three day pass, $15 per day, free for children under 12. Proceeds benefit charitable organizations.
, 5:30 p.m., Biloxi Town Green. Food and prizes. Admission: one can of food for Salvation Army. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. Details: 435-6339.
, 6-9 p.m., Negrotto's Gallery & Custom Framing, 2645 Executive Place, Biloxi. Reception for local artists. Refreshments and music. Details: 388-8822.
, 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Vancleave Arena. Ten bands perform over three days. Cost: $25 three day pass, $15 per day, free for children under 12. Proceeds benefit charitable organizations.
, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. May 5-6, corner of North Washington and Lemoyne Boulevard, Ocean Springs. 2007 Ocean Springs Renaissance Festival hosted by St. John's Episcopal Church. Live entertainment, dancing, vendors, demonstrations and an equestrian joust. Details: 875-4454.
, 9:30 a.m., Ocean Springs Hospital Library, 3109 Bienville Blvd. For the legally blind and their family and friends. Details: Sara, 218-1549 or Colleen, 424-6186.
, 5 p.m., Jackson County Civic Center. Theme: Golden Treasures. Open to Jackson County residents age 60 and over. Details or to register: 769-8329 or 769-3292 ext. 138.
, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College Applied Technology and Development Center, Lab 4, Gulfport. Topic: "Managing Complaints." Lunch served. Cost: $20 Chamber members prepaid; $30 potential members prepaid. Additional $5 charged at the door. Details: 604-0014.
, 7 a.m., May 9-10, IP Casino, 850 Bayview Ave., Biloxi. Preregistration deadline: April 27; $125 per person, $80 students. Registration: $155 until May 8, $175 on-site registration. Details: DMR, 374-5000 or Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce, 604-0014.
, 7 p.m. May 13, Diamondhead Country Club, 7600 Golf Club Drive, Diamondhead. Duo accompanied by guitarist Beau Bledsoe. Tickets: $15 for adults, $3.50 for students. Details: 255-8124.
, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Isiah Frederick's Community Center, 3312 Martin Luther King Dr., Gulfport. Political rally for any candidate seeking office for 2007 elections to address voters of Harrison County. Candidates must R.S.V.P. by May 11. Details: Myrtis, 864-5309.
, 7 p.m., The Bridges Golf Club, Bay St. Louis. Cost: $40 per person, $80 per couple. Details: Teresa Ehrlich, 467-3200 or Rita Pursley Beckner, 263-3848.
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