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, April 4-6, 6 a.m.-6 p.m., Ocean Springs, Gautier, Long Beach and Hancock County. The Biloxi site will run April 9-13. Activities include swimming, field trips, arts and crafts, sports and more. Details: 872-0322.
, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. April 3-4, Gulf Coast Medical Center, 180 DeBuys Road, Biloxi. The 8-hour course will be split into two 4-hour sessions. Seniors eligible for auto insurance discount upon completion. Details: 432-7816.
"," 10-11:30 a.m., MDES office, WIN Job Center, 454 U.S. 90, Suite C, Waveland. General small business basics information such as business license, building and zoning permits, taxes, planning and more. Event free, registration recommended. Details: 466-9145.
, 10 a.m.-noon, Taconi Elementary, 711 Magnolia St., Ocean Springs. Sponsored by Blossman YMCA. Children's games, obstacle course and more. Details: 872-0322.
, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., MGCCC 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. Business plans do's and don'ts and more. Event free, registration recommended. Details: 466-9145.
, 6:30-8 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.
, 9:30-10:30 a.m. April 5, Ocean Springs Church of Christ, 1116 Washington Ave. Annual recognition awards and officer installation ceremony. Details: 697-8733 or 875-9769.
10 a.m., 9414 Three Rivers Road, Suite 2, Gulfport. 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 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 WWII, 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.
, 9:30 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.
, 10 a.m.-noon and 1-3 p.m., Lynn Meadows Discovery Center, Dolan Ave., Gulfport. Children can create a woven basket for Easter eggs. Free with $7 admission or membership. Details: 897-6039.
, 2 p.m., Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 15246 Crossroads Parkway, Gulfport. Registration begins 1:45 p.m. Children must bring 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. More than 3,000 prize-filled eggs.
"," 5:45-7:45 p.m., Gulf Coast Business Technology Center, 1636 Popp's Ferry Road, Biloxi. Event is free, but registration is recommended. Details: 466-9145.
, 11 a.m., for those who have lived in South Mississippi for three years or less or those returning after Katrina. 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., Mississippi 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 Co. Details: 818-9062.
, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, U.S. 90, Gautier, Private Dining Room, Cafeteria. Details: 239-0700 or wwww.givelife.org and use code "MGCCCJC."
3:30-5:30 p.m., April 12-13, Lucedale-George County Public Library. Gamers should register by April 11. No entrance fee. The tournament will be played with constructed decks in a "round robin" format. Gamers must bring their own constructed decks and must be age 12 or over to participate. Details: 947-2123.
meeting and free Audubon Society program, 7 p.m., in the library. Mark LaSalle will discuss the importance of "Eco-Tourism" in our area, the Wild Wing Festival, and how continuing programs will enhance local conservation efforts. Refreshments. Details: 497-4531.
, 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.
7 p.m., Beau Rivage Theatre, Beau Rivage, Biloxi. Entertainment provided by WINGS Performing Arts. Admission is $20 adults, $10 youth and seniors. Details: 897-6039.
, 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.
, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Edgewater Mall carousel, U.S. 90, Biloxi. Event co-sponsored by the Mercy Cross High School Interact Club. Details: 239-0700 or www.givelife.org and use code "Rotary."
, 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.
noon to 1 p.m., with the theme "There's No Place Like Home." Mystery novel author Martin Hegwood will be the guest. Refreshments. Details: 769-3060.
, 6 p.m., 1636 Popp's Ferry Road, Biloxi. Instructor: John Stumph. Cost: $10 by April 9, $15 if paid at door. Details or to register: 861-9266.
, 11:30 a.m., 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 and zoning permits, taxes, planning and financing options. Event is free, but registration is recommended. 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.
6 p.m., Ina Thompson Moss Point Library, 4119 Bellview Ave. The event, held with the Friends of the Moss Point Library, will feature performances from a variety of local artists. Winners of the Wild Wings Festival art and essay contests, sponsored by the Pascagoula River Audubon Center, will be recognized. Refreshments. Details: 475-7462.
, 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., sites throughout the city. Reward cookout at Little Children's Park, Washington Avenue, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Details and site registration: 875-4236.
, 6-10 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.
, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 15th Street and 24th Avenue, Gulfport. Season's final performance will be by the Panorama Jazz Band of New Orleans. Tickets: $10 adults, $7 students. Details: 863-0047 or 388-9288.
, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Diamondhead Country Club. Benefits: Alzheimer's Foundation and Hope Haven Children's Shelter. Cost: $2. Details: Carol Bustetter, 255-3798 or Mary Clements, 586-1304.
2-5 p.m., presented by the Friends of the East Central Public Library. Tickets are $10 per person. The tour will feature three homes in the Hurley community. Details: 588-6263.
"," 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 and 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. Repeats 10 a.m.-10 p.m. April 27-28.
, 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.
, 2 p.m., Jeff Davis campus, Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, Gulfport. Program presented by WINGS Performing Arts and the Gulf Coast Symphony Orchestra. Details: 897-6039.
, 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. 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., 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 Fredericks 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.
, 6:30 p.m., D'Iberville Community Center. Drawdown will fund rebuilding of Camp Wilkes. Food and drinks served. Cost: $100. Details: A.J. Stanovich, 374-4343 or 388-4240.
, 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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