JFP Events - Event Listings for Jackson, Mississippi

Calling All Musicians: Apr 12 – Dec 31.; Dynamic musicians (drummers, guitarists and keyboardists) are needed to fill ministry positions in an expanding music and arts department. Call to schedule an interview. Resumes via email are being accepted.; The Church Triumphant.

Live Jazz and Blues Night: Dec 13 – Dec 31.; Enjoy music from local performers, open-mic poetry and door prizes Tuesdays from 7-10 p.m.; Old School 101.

New Bourbon Street Jazz Band: Jan 11 – May 23.; The band plays traditional New Orleans jazz on second and fourth Wednesdays from 6-8:30 p.m. Vintage dancing encouraged. The New Bourbon Street Jazz Society is the sponsor.; Hal & Mal's.; Free, donations welcome.

Open Space: Mar 19 – Dec 31.; The Mississippi Improv Alliance hosts the event on third Mondays at 7 p.m. Local creatives are welcome to express themselves through their art forms.; The Commons at Eudora Welty's Birthplace.; Free.

Being Belhaven Arts Series: Mar 29 – Jun 22.; Enjoy music, movies and stage performances Thursday evenings through June 22. Most events start at 5 p.m. or dusk; call for details.; Belhaven Park.; Free.

Soul Wired Cafe Weekly Music: Apr 13 – Dec 28.; Blue Soul Blues Thursday is at 8:30 p.m., Fridays feature special events and neo-soul music at 9 p.m., Neo-soul Saturday is at 9 p.m., and Sugar Water Purple Sunday with spoken word and live music is at 8:30 p.m.; Soul Wired Cafe.

High Note Jam Concert Series: Thu, May 17, 5:30 pm.; Enjoy music and refreshments in the Art Garden.; Mississippi Museum of Art.; Free, food for sale.

Elizabeth Cook and Tim Carroll: Thy, May 17, 7:30 pm.; Cook is a country singer known for the songs "Stupid Things" and "Ruthless," and Tim Carroll blends country, punk and rock music. Cocktails at 6:30 p.m.; Duling Hall.; $10 in advance, $12 at the door.

Greek Fest 2012: May 18 – May 20.; The festival includes Greek food, music and dancing, children's activities, and arts and crafts for sale. Held May 18 from 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. (drive-thru lunch only), May 19 from 11 a.m.-9 p.m. and May 20 from noon-6 p.m.; Holy Trinity St. John the Theologian Greek Orthodox Church.; Free admission, $10 lunch.

Armed Forces Day Celebration: May 18 – May 20.; Events include a barbecue May 18 at 5:30 p.m., a veterans' picnic May 19 at 2 p.m., and a Red, White and Blueberry Brunch May 20 at 11 a.m. Live music May 18-19. RSVP.; Chateau Ridgeland.; Free.

An Evening with Pierre Bensusan: Fri, May 18, 8:00 pm.; The award-winning guitar player is a native of French Algeria. Cocktails at 6 p.m.; Duling Hall.; $18.

Corey Smith: Fri, May 18, 9:00 pm.; Corey Smith is a country and blues singer. Tyler Reeve also performs. Cocktails at 7:30 p.m.; Hal & Mal's.; $15 in advance, $20 at the door.

Great Big Yam Potatoes Music Gathering and Fiddle Contest: Sat, May 19, 8:45 am.; Old-time musicians from throughout the state gather for a day of performances.; Historic Jefferson College.; Free.

Community Foundation of Greater Jackson Fundraiser: Sat, May 19, 3:00 pm.; In the Red Room. Enjoy food, a silent auction, a raffle and music from PFC, Buie, Hamman and Porter, the Extremez, the Sofa Kings, Barry Leach and Emma Wynters. Proceeds benefit the Ace McNeely Music Fund to provide music lessons and instruments to disadvantaged children.; Hal & Mal's.; $15.

Symphony on the Square: Sat, May 19, 6:00 pm.; On the courthouse lawn. Local talent and the Mississippi Symphony orchestra perform. The event also features the Thacker Mountain Radio Show. Lawn chairs and picnic blankets permitted.; Canton Historic Square.; Free.

Mississippi Community Symphonic Band: Sat, May 19, 7:00 pm.; The band plays songs from many genres. The Mississippi Swing also performs.; Belhaven University Center for the Arts.; Free.

Wynonna and The Big Noise: Sat, May 19, 7:30 pm.; Wynonna is a five-time Grammy winner, and the Big Noise specializes in vintage rock music. The pre-show party is at 6 p.m.; MSU Riley Center.; $70, $64.

Soul Front Performs LIVE at Last Call: Sat, May 19, 9:00 pm.; Experience the sounds of Mississippi's newest band, Soul Front, Saturday, May 19 from 9 pm - 1 am at Last Call. The foursome will perform a timeless hits from Adele, Brandy, Beyonce, Toni Braxton, and Elle Varner. Follow the band on Twitter at Twitter.com/Soul_Front or like them on Facebook at Facebook.com/SoulFront.; Last Call.

Cajun Fest: Sun, May 20, 3:00 pm.; Enjoy Cajun cuisine, games, vendors and music from David Steele and Gena Rowlands, and the Sofa Kings.; St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church.; Free admission.

Mostly Monthly Ceili: Sun, May 20, 2:00 pm.; Enjoy a family-friendly gathering of folks interested in Irish music and dance. Jackson Irish Dancers is the sponsor.; Fenian's Pub.; Free.

Tiffany Williams in Concert: Sun, May 20, 6:00 pm.; The classical singer performs to raise funds for a trip to the Classical Singers Magazine Competition in Chicago.; New Zion Missionary Baptist Church.; Donations welcome.

Blind Boys of Alabama: Sun, May 20, 6:30 pm.; Enjoy cocktails at 6:30 p.m. and the show at 8 p.m. The group has a 70-year history in gospel music. Tickets sold at the Coliseum Box Office and Babalu Tacos and Tapas.; Duling Hall.; $44.50 in advance, $50 at the door.

"Beethoven: Before and After": Tue, May 22, 7:30 pm.; The Mississippi Chorus presents the music of Haydn, Beethoven and Brahms. Xixi Zhou, silver medalist from the 2012 Wideman International Piano Competition, also performs.; Wesley Biblical Seminary (Wesley Chapel).; $20, $18 seniors, $5 students with ID.

Live at Lunch: Wed, May 23, 11:30 am.; Charlie Townsend performs in the Art Garden. Bring lunch or purchase a meal from the Palette Cafe.; Mississippi Museum of Art.; Free.

Jackson Bike Advocates' Epic Bike Weekend: May 24 – May 27.; May 24, join the bike ride from Rainbow Grocery to the Mississippi Museum of Art’s Art Garden to attend Screen on the Green. May 25 is the annual Alleycat Bike Race and Scavenger Hunt; the after-party at Sneaky Beans features music from Overnight Lows and Bloodbird. May 26, participate in the bike polo match with bike polo enthusiasts from Mobile, Memphis, Little Rock and New Orleans. May 27, take a bike ride to Julep for brunch. Helmets encouraged.; *multiple locations.; Free.

Highland Village Concert Series: Thu, May 24, 6:30 pm.; David Wilcox performs.; Highland Village.; Free.

Holocaust Remembrance Program: Thu, May 24, 7:30 pm.; The program includes a screening of the documentary "Amnon's Journey" and music from Ensemble Polonaise.; Beth Israel Congregation.; Free.

JV Jazz Lab: Thu, May 24, 8:00 pm.; Jesus Velazquez leads the Latin jazz ensemble.; Underground 119.; No cover.

Don’t Fry Day: Fri, May 25, 10:00 am.; Learn sun safety tips and how animals protect themselves in the sun.; Jackson Zoo.; $9, $8.20 seniors, $6 children ages 2-12, members/babies free.

"The Roots of Love and Freedom": Thu, May 26, 8:00 pm.; Performers include singer Rhonda Richmond and poet C. Liegh McInnis. BYOB.; Yellow Scarf.; $20 in advance, $25 at the door.

Glenn Miller Orchestra: Sun, May 27, 3:00 pm.; The 19-member band has been perfoming since 1956.; Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts.; $32-$42.

Unbroken Chain Benefit Concert: Thu, May 31, 7:30 pm.; Otis Lotus and M.O.S.S. perform. Cocktails at 6 p.m. Proceeds benefit the Mississippi Animal Rescue League.; Duling Hall.; $10 in advance, $12 at the door.

Gospel Music Workshop: Fri, Jun 1, 6:00 pm.; Are you a talented singer, spirited group, or a church- moving choir? Think you have what it takes to make it big in gospel music? Hear from Mississippi’s best and learn some tips of the trade during the Gospel Music Workshop on Friday, June 1, 2012 at St. Luther M.B. Church, located at 1040 Banks Street off the Parkway by Jackson State University. Registration starts at 6 p.m. The workshop is part of the Gospel Artist Showcase weekend. Talent who participate in the showcase may have a chance to perform during the Jackson Music Awards on July 29th. Featured instructors include David Curry Jr. of the Mississippi Mass Choir, Stevie Jordan of St. Luther M.B. Church, Cynthia Goodloe Palmer of Canton Gospel Music Association, Daniel Powell from St. Paul AME Zio Church, Chandra Wise of New Jerusalem Church, plus moderator Minister Ben Cone III and special guest Pastor Melvin Jones, former radio personality and record promoter out of Memphis, TN. Registration is $10 per person or $100 for your entire music department musicians or choir. Checks or money orders should be made payable to Nighthawk Productions, 5660 Spencer Dr. Jackson MS 39212. For more information, call 601-972-7625. Proceeds benefit the St. Luther Building Fund.; St. Luther M.B. Church.; $10/person or $100/music department.

Submerged 5.0: The Burner Brothers Bayou Tour: Fri, Jun 1, 9:00 pm.; Pish Posh (NYC), The Burner Brothers (NYC), DJ Kaotic (CO), DJ Proppa Bear (NOLA), Tightstep Concept Crew - DJ 360, Daphya Selecta, MC Fluid, Monoxide, & Repercussion.; Club Friction at the Joint.; $10 for 21+ $15 for 21-.

Mississippi Boychoir Spring Concert: Sat, Jun 2, 6:00 pm.; Current and former choir members perform selections from Mozart, John Rutter, Andrew Lloyd Webber and more.; Fondren Presbyterian Church.; Free, donations welcome.

The Still Able Experience: Sat, Jun 2, 7:00 pm.; Performers include James Fortune and Fiya, Troy Sneed, and Benjamin Cone II and Worship.; New Horizon Church International.; $20.

Music in the City: Tue, Jun 5, 5:15 pm.; In Trustmark Grand Hall. In partnership with St. Andrew's Cathedral, the museum brings a series of free concerts one Tuesday a month. Hors d'oeuvres will be served first, and Colman Pierce and Lester Senter perform at 5:45 p.m.; Mississippi Museum of Art.; Free, donations welcome.

Blues Bash: Fri, Jun 7, 6:30 pm.; Enjoy a barbecue dinner and music from Eden Brent. Bring blankets or lawn chairs.; Lauren Rogers Museum of Art.; $20.

49th Annual Medgar Evers Homecoming: Jun 7 – Jun 9.; The event is in honor of the late civil rights leader Medgar Evers. June 7, the gospel concert at Word and Worship Church (6289 Hanging Moss Road) is at 6 p.m., and NAACP general counsel Kim Keenan is the guest speaker. June 8, the homecoming banquet at Hilton Jackson (1001 E. County Line Road) is at 7 p.m., and actor Danny Glover is the guest speaker. June 9, the parade at Freedom Corner (Medgar Evers Blvd. and Martin Luther King Drive) is at 10 a.m. and includes the Choctaw Color Guard and Dancers, and the blues concert is at 4 p.m. at Edwards Livestock Arena (108 Mt. Moriah Road, Edwards).; various Jackson locations.; Free gospel concert, $50 banquet, $15 blues concert.

Eddie Levert: Thu, Jun 7, 7:30 pm.; The co-founder of the O'Jays performs. The pre-show party is at 6 p.m.; MSU Riley Center.; $52, $46.

Art Remix: Fri, Jun 8, 7:00 pm.; Enjoy food from chef Luis Bruno, a cash bar, art and live music.; Mississippi Museum of Art.; Free admission, food $5 and up.

Highland's Summer Jam: Sat, Jun 9, 5:00 pm.; At Highland Baptist Church (2513 N. 7th Ave., Laurel). Performers include Building 429, By the Fire and GodSpeed3. Group rates available.; *N/A.; $12 in advance, $15 at the door.

FestivalSouth: Jun 9 – Jun 23.; The two-week, multi-genre arts festival includes music, dance, exhibits and theater, and takes place at several venues. The Beatles tribute group Classical Mystery Tour, Don Giovanni and Sandi Patty perform. Visit festivalsouth.com for details. Refreshments sold.; Downtown Hattiesburg.; Admission varies, some events free; Circle Pass: $180, $50 youth.

The Cave Singers: Sat, Jun 9, 9:00 pm.; The Seattle folk band is knows for songs such as "Swim Club" and "Dancing on Our Graves." Cocktails at 7:30 p.m.; Duling Hall.; $8 in advance, $12 at the door.

Inspiration Celebration Gospel Tour: Fri, Jun 15, 7:00 pm.; Fred Hammond, Byron Cage and Canton Jones perform.; Jackson Convention Complex.; Free tickets.

40th Annual Bentonia Blues Festival: Sat, Jun 16, 9:00 am.; At Holmes Farm (313 Wilson-Holmes Road). The event features gospel and blues music, food, and arts and crafts vendors. Enjoy Open--mic Nights June 14-15 at the Blue Front Cafe (107 E. Railroad Ave.); must pre-register to perform.; *multiple locations.; TBA.

Jars of Clay: Thu, Jun 21, 7:30 pm.; The Christian rock band has been performing for over a decade.; MSU Riley Center.; $35, $29.

Lost in the Trees: Thu, Jun 21, 7:30 pm.; The pop band performs to promote their album "A Church That Fits Our Needs." Daytona also performs. Cocktails at 6 p.m.; Duling Hall.; $10 in advance, $12 at the door.

Milt Hilton Memorial Concert and Festival: Sat, Jun 23, 7:00 pm.; In the Coral Room Theatre. The National Juneteenth Jazz Presenters featuring the Ron Myers Group perform. Cash bar and appetizers included.; Vicksburg Hotel.; Free admission.

"Red, White and Blues" Independence Weekend: Jun 29 – Jul 4.; The Vicksburg Blues Society hosts tribute performances and activities at various venues throughout the city in honor of late bluesman Willie Dixon.; Downtown Vicksburg.

New Edition: Sat, Jun 30, 7:00 pm.; The legendary R&B group performs on their 30th anniversary reunion tour. After 7 also performs.; Mississippi Coliseum.; $36-$56.

Canton Gospel Fest Homecoming: Wed, Jul 4, 4:00 pm.; The annual event features local and regional acts.; Historic Canton Square.; Free.

Crosby, Stills and Nash: Fri, Jul 13, 8:00 pm.; The folk rock band has been performing for more than 40 years.; IP Casino Resort and Spa.; $65-$85.

Alice Tan Ridley: Tue, Jul 17, 7:30 pm.; The 2010 "America's Got Talent" contestant got her start singing in New York subway stations.; MSU Riley Center.; $28, $22.

Sarah Jarosz: Wed, Jul 18, 7:30 pm.; The folk singer performs to promote her album "Follow Me Down." Cocktails at 6:30 p.m.; Duling Hall.; $18 in advance, $20 at the door.

Eighth Annual JFP Chick Ball: Sat, Jul 28, 6:00 pm.; The fundraising event benefits the Center for Violence Prevention, and this year's goal is to start a rape crisis center. For ages 18 and up. Seeking sponsors, auction donations and volunteers now. More details: jfpchickball.com and follow on Twitter @jfpchickball. Get involved, volunteer, donate art, money and gifts at chickball@jacksonfreepress.com.; Hal & Mal's.; $5 cover.

Mississippi Gospel Music Awards: Sun, Jul 29, 5:00 pm.; Harvey Watkins and Stan Jones are the hosts. Recipients receive awards in 28 categories plus a Pastor of the Year award.; Jackson Marriott.; $20, $30 reserved.

American Idol Live: Tue, Jul 31, 7:00 pm.; The top 10 2012 finalists perform, including Skylar Laine of Brandon. Ticket price includes a $1 donation to the Heart Foundation.; Thalia Mara Hall.; $27.50-57.50.

Brian McKnight: Fri, Aug 3, 8:00 pm.; The R&B artist is known for the songs "One Last Cry" and "Back at One."; Hard Rock Casino.; $29.99-$64.99.

Southern Crossroads Music and Tamale Festival: Aug 10 – Aug 12.; The event includes various genres of music, refreshments featuring tamales and interactive art demonstrations; runs through Aug. 12. Performers include Stave Azar, Hope Waits and Eric Lindell.; Mississippi State Fairgrounds.; $25 per day, $48 weekend pass.

Sunflower River Blues and Gospel Festival: Aug 10 – Aug 12.; The 25th annual event includes an extensive lineup of performers such as Robert Plant, Charlie Musselwhite and Bobby Rush.; Delta Blues Museum.; Free.

Robert Randolph and the Family Band: Fri, Aug 10, 7:30 pm.; Enjoy secular and religious music featuring Randolph on the pedal steel guitar. The pre-show party is at 6 p.m.; MSU Riley Center.; $52, $46.

Girls of Grace Conference: Sat, Aug 11, 9:00 am.; Girls in grades 6-12 discuss topics such as social media, relationships, fashion and self-confidence. Meredith Andrews and the Group 1 Crew perform. Group discounts available.; Christ United Methodist Church.; $39 by May 28, $49 after.

Bright Lights, Belhaven Nights: Sat, Aug 11, 5:30 pm.; On Carlisle St. and Kenwood Place. The annual street festival includes art, live music, children’s activities and food.; Belhaven.; $5, $1 children 12 and under.

B.B. King: Fri, Aug 24, 8:00 pm.; The "King of the Blues" is an Itta Bena native and a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee.; Beau Rivage Resort & Casino.; $44.95-$64.95.

Sidewalk Soiree: Fri, Aug 31, 6:00 pm.; See Tony Davenport's artwork at Gallery 1, and enjoy outdoor music, food from The Penguin and Envision Eye Care's open house. More details to come.; One University Place.

Fire and Feast: Sep 7 – Sep 8.; The barbecue competition and festival includes arts and crafts vendors, children's activities and music. Stay tuned for updates.; Yazoo County Fairgrounds.; Admission TBA.

Highway 61 Blues Festival: Sep 29 – Sep 30.; Performers include Pat Thomas, Eddie Cusic, T-Model Ford, the John Horton Band and Lamar Thomas. No pets, coolers or camcorders allowed. Proceeds benefit the Highway 61 Blues Museum.; Downtown Leland.; Free admission, donations welcome.

Mississippi International Film Festival: Oct 26 – Oct 28.; The Mississippi hosts the annual event. See dozens of independent films in various genres. Detains pending.; Russell C. Davis Planetarium.; Admission TBA.

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