JFP Events - Event Listings for Jackson, Mississippi

Hinds County Board of Supervisors: Mon, Mar 1, 9:00 am.; The Board of Supervisors holds its regular meeting, open to the public.; Chancery Court.; Free.

Rankin County Board of Supervisors Meeting: Mon, Mar 1, 9:00 am.; The board holds its regular meeting.; Rankin County Government Offices.

Mississippi Arts Commission Call for Grant Applications: Feb 10 – Mar 1.; The deadline for organizations and individual artists is Monday, March 1. MAC awards grants that support a wide range of arts activities, from fellowships for professional artists to project grants for activities produced by community organizations. Visit the agency's Web site to download an application or apply via eGrant.; Mississippi Arts Commission.; Free.

Dance Boot Camp: Jan 25 – Mar 1.; The six-week class meets on Mondays. Utilizing dance techniques, this class will jumpstart your fitness program. As you get in shape, you will learn more about dance. Instructors are Tracie Wade and Laura Kochon-Babba.; Millsaps College.; $75.

"Extreme Makeover: Lifestyle Edition": Feb 9 – Mar 2.; In the Owens Health and Wellness Center, room 212. The four-week series will focus on the important solutions for preventing long-term illness, which are nutrition and exercise. Sponsored by Community Outreach for Health Awareness, Inc. (COHA), Alzheimer’s Association, Jackson Nutrition Clinic and Tougaloo College.; Tougaloo College.; Free.

Liturgical Dance Technique: Jan 26 – Mar 2.; The six-week class meets on Tuesdays. Participants will learn how to effectively structure their new dance ministry in the church or how to improve their current ministry. In addition, they will gain basic knowledge of proper ballet and lyrical dance techniques. Instructors are Tracie Wade and Laura Kochon-Babba. Registration deadline is January 22, 2009.; Millsaps College.; $75.

Governor's Conference on Tourism: Feb 28 – Mar 2.; In the BancorpSouth Conference Center. The purpose of the event is to educate attendees on how to attract tourists to their destinations. Speakers include Joyce Brooks, Walt Grayson and Sarah McCullough. Applications, online registration, sponsorships and exhibit booths are available.; Hilton Garden Inn, Tupelo.; $250 and up.

Cotton District Arts Festival Call for Entries: Feb 2 – Mar 5.; Area artists ages 18 and over can submit artwork for possible inclusion into the Juried Art Exhibition of the 2010 Cotton District Arts Festival in Starkville, Saturday, April 17 in the Historical Cotton District. Entries must be postmarked by March 5 at 5 p.m. Cash prizes will be awarded in the categories of painting/drawing, sculpture and photography. Go online to download an application.; Starkville Area Arts Council.

Lou Haney Art Exhibit: Jan 12 – Mar 6.; Haney, an assistant professor of art at the University of Mississippi, exhibits her eclectic paintings. Museum hours are 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday.; University of Mississippi Museum.; Free, donations welcome.

"The Star-Spangled Girl": Feb 26 – Mar 6.; The Clinton Brick Street Players will present the Neil Simon comedy. The show starts at 7 p.m. on Feb. 26, Feb. 27 and March 4-6. The Sunday matinee on Feb. 28 starts at 2 p.m.; Old Clinton Jr. High.; $12 adults, $8 students and seniors.

Artists Featured at Southern Breeze Gallery: Mar 1 – Mar 7.; Featured works by Robert Burns, Susan Ingram, Mary Buckley, Margo Thomas and Jackie Ellens. Gallery hours are Monday-Saturday from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sunday from 1-5 p.m.; Southern Breeze Gallery.; Free; artwork for sale.

"A Year with Frog and Toad": Feb 27 – Mar 7.; The New Stage Children’s Theatre production is based on the books by Arnold Lobel, The musical follows two great friends, the cheerful and popular Frog and the rather grumpy Toad through four fun-filled seasons. Show times are at 2 p.m. on Feb. 27 and March 6-7, and 7 p.m. on March 5.; New Stage Theatre.; $10, discounts for children under 12 and groups.

Winter Figure Drawing Classes: Jan 4 – Mar 8.; The 10-week class will be held on Mondays. The class is intended to provide the students with new insight into how to see more accurately what they are trying to draw by way of certain exercises, some of which have roots in 19th century academic drawing and some from a more contemporary perspective.; Nunnery’s at Gallery 119—Fine Art & Framing.; $275.

“Journey Stories – Coast Culture” Exhibit: Jan 23 – Mar 11.; The Smithsonian exhibition is an examination of the intersection between modes of travel and Americans' desires to feel free to move. Hours are Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Fridays 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday 2–6 p.m.; University of Southern Mississippi Gulf Coast - Katrina Research Center.; Free, donations welcome.

Financial Assistance for Organic Farmers: Feb 8 – Mar 12.; The USDA-Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has over $900 thousand dollars to help Mississippi farmers produce organic products and to introduce growers to high tunnel structures that extend the growing season for crops. The deadline for landowners to apply for funds is March 12.; .; Free.

Jim Henson's Fantastic World: Dec 19 – Mar 14.; This exhibit offers a rare glimpse into the imagination and creative genius of the multi-talented innovator and creator of beloved characters like Kermit the Frog, Big Bird, and hundreds of others. From the beginning, the Mississippi-native expressed his ideas in incredible bursts of invention, through a variety of visual forms, clever dialogue, songs, comic bits, and animation. This exhibition presents original artwork, including drawings and cartoons, as well as other objects like puppets and movie props, all of which reveal the brilliant mind of their creator.; Mississippi Museum of Art.; $12 adults, $10 seniors, $6 students.

Fondren Art Gallery Art Contest: Jan 24 – Mar 15.; The juried contest is open to those 18 and older with cash prizes for the first and second place winners. The deadline for submissions is March 15. The finalists will be displayed in the gallery during Arts, Eats, & Beats in April and will be available for purchase.; Fondren Art Gallery.; Free.

"Light on Water": Jan 10 – Mar 21.; This exhibition will include oil paintings by local artist Melinda Gandy. Museum hours are Monday - Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Sunday from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Walter Anderson Museum of Art.; $3 and up.

Annual Belhaven Student Exhibition: Feb 20 – Mar 22.; (Opening reception is Feb. 20, 2–4 p.m.) This annual exhibition of student works highlights a wide range of styles and media including drawing, painting, photography, sculpture, and mixed media. The opening reception will also feature live music by Belhaven’s own jug band, Uncle Mac and the Jackson Jug Revival.; Belhaven University - Bitsy Irby Visual Arts and Dance Center.; Free.

"Recent Acquisitions: 2004-2009": Dec 15 – Mar 24.; The Lauren Rogers Museum has acquired approximately 75 works of art by gift, purchase and bequest since 2003. The exhibit is in the Lower Level Galleries.; Lauren Rogers Museum of Art.; Free, suggested donation of $3 for adults.

“Working Bird” Exhibit: Mar 1 – Mar 26.; In the Marie Hull Gallery. See ceramics and graphics created by Ashley and Virginia Chavis. Gallery hours are Monday-Thursday from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. and Friday from 8 a.m.-noon. The gallery is closed during spring break, March 15-19.; Hinds Community College - Raymond Campus.; Free.

Footsteps in Hope Walk Fundraiser: Feb 12 – Mar 28.; The 8K walk/run on March 28 at 2 p.m. is in support of HIV/AIDS projects such as Grace House in Mississippi and Old Mutare Voluntary Counseling and Testing Center in Zimbabwe. Participants can register online and create a fundraising page. Sponsorship options are also available.; Old Trace Park.; Donations welcome.

"Support Haiti Relief" Show: Mar 1 – Mar 31.; 50 percent of all sales from the Haitian collection will go to the American Red Cross Haitian Relief Fund.; Bryant Galleries.; Free admission.

Glass Exhibit: Jan 1 – Mar 31.; Recent work by Andrew Cary Young and other studio artists will be on display.; Pearl River Glass Studio.; Free.

PBS Kids Go! Writers Contest: Jan 27 – Mar 31.; Children in kindergarten through 3rd grade can submit their own original stories with illustrations and the official entry forms to Mississippi Public Broadcasting (MPB). First, second and third place winners will be chosen for each grade level and given special prizes. Winners also will be invited to an awards celebration held May 10 and have their stories recorded on MPB Radio. MPB’s first place winners will advance to the national competition where they will compete for prizes such as laptops, digital cameras and MP3 players. Applications are available online at mpbonline.org/mpbkids.; Mississippi Public Broadcasting.; Free.

National Youth Art Month Exhibit: Mar 1 – Mar 31.; In celebration of National Youth Art Month, the library will showcase almost 300 pieces of artwork from students across the Pearl Public School District. A reception on March 9 will be from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Library hours are Monday-Thursday from 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Friday from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Pearl Public Library.; Free.

"Backyards and Beyond": Mar 1 – Apr 1.; The traveling exhibition of over 80 paintings and sculptures by well acclaimed Mississippi artist H.C. Porter is paired with audio recordings. The focus of the exhibition is life after Hurricane Katrina on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Proceeds benefit the non-profit organization Backyards and Beyond. Hours are 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and noon-5 p.m. Sunday.; Arts Center of Mississippi.; Donations welcome.

Dunlap - Burgess - Dunlap: Mar 1 – Apr 3.; Greenwood's Gallery Point Leflore will be showing the works of artists William Dunlap, Linda Burgess, and Maggie Dunlap. Gallery hours are 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday.; Gallery Point Leflore.; Free admission.

Adventures in Movement Class: Mar 1 – Apr 5.; Children ages 18 months to 3 years old will enjoy singing, creative movement, musical games, and more interactive, family-oriented activities. Classes are offered on Mondays at 9:15 a.m. and are one hour in length. Children must be accompanied by an adult.; B.B. King Museum and Delta Interpretive Center.; $60 for the series.

Art Classes: Mar 1 – Apr 5.; The six-week painting/drawing classes will be held on Mondays. Youth classes (grades 6-12) begin at 4:30 p.m., and adult classes begin at 6 p.m.; Fondren Art Gallery.; $200 (includes materials).

4th Annual Creative Arts Festival: Feb 16 – Apr 8.; The theme is "The Sit-in Movement and Student Activism Fifty Years Later." The festival begins at 3 p.m. on April 7 and 8 a.m. on April 8. High school and college students have until March 1 to submit art, spoken word and essays for judging and awards. Speakers include Dr. Leslie McLemore and Dr. Jerry Ward.; Jackson State University.; Free.

Celebration of Strong Women Call for Nominations: Feb 18 – Apr 8.; There are five different categories which include Defender, Mentor, Leader, Perseverance and Promise. Nominees will be judged by a distinguished panel of women. Nominations are due by April 8 at mbhs.org. The winners will be announced on May 6.; Baptist Medical Center Web Site.; Free.

Acoustic Guitar Class for Beginners: Mar 1 – Apr 10.; Learn the basic of playing the guitar during this six-week series. Classes are one hour long and will be given on Mondays from March 1-April 5 at 4 p.m. and 5:15 p.m. and Saturdays from March 6-April 10 at 10 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. Youth and adult sessions are available.; B.B. King Museum and Delta Interpretive Center.; $60 for the series.

Free Tax Counseling and Filing: Feb 1 – Apr 12.; Electronic filing by AARP volunteers will be done on Mondays from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Bring all necessary documents. Joint filers must come together.; Richard Wright Library.; Free.

Scriptapalooza Call for Entries: Feb 15 – Apr 15.; Entries for the international screenplay competition must be received by April 15 and will be reviewed by a manager, agent or producer at 90 participating companies including Disney and Miramax. The first place winner will receive $10,000.; Scriptapalooza Web Site.; $55.

Power APAC Exhibit of Scholastics: Feb 7 – Apr 18.; Artwork by gold and silver key winners of the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards will be on display. An awards ceremony will be held on April 18. Museum hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday and noon-5 p.m. on Sundays.; Mississippi Museum of Art.; Free.

Natural Childbirth Classes: Jan 23 – Apr 24.; Four classes will be held from 1-3 p.m. on Jan. 23, Feb. 27, March 27 and April 24. Learn about topics such as pregnancy exercises and what to expect during labor and birth. Fees are due two weeks before classes begin.; Eudora Welty Library.; $100 (includes materials).

"Just Dance" Call for Entries: Oct 5 – May 7.; To commemorate the International Ballet Competition's return to Jackson, the Greater Jackson Arts Council is calling for entries to its juried invitational in media such as painting, drawing, photography, sculpture, film/video, mixed media and installation. Only photos, digital prints or digital files will be accepted; no slides or original artwork. Artists may submit up to three entries. Samples will not be returned. Contact the GJAC for official entry forms.; Arts Center of Mississippi.; $25 entry fee.

"Home Sweet Home" Exhibit: Feb 13 – May 13.; Two beloved American icons, Smokey the Bear and Woodsy Owl come to life in the interactive exhibit. Explore the pretend forest, ranger station, campsite and more. Museum hours are 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and 1-5 p.m. Sunday.; Mississippi Museum of Natural Science.; $3-$5, free for members and children under 3.

"The Lost Murals of Walter Inglis Anderson: Literature": Jan 21 – May 15.; This second installment will feature scenes from literature, including work inspired by Milton's "Paradise Lost."; Walter Anderson Museum of Art.; $3 and up.

Hershel Lippmann: A Collector’s Passion: Jan 22 – May 28.; 30 paintings from the collection will be displayed at the Pleasant Reed Interpretive Center.; Ohr-O'Keefe Museum of Art.; Free admission.

"Mound Bayou: The Promise Land, 1887-2010": Feb 1 – Jul 31.; See photographs of the beginning of Davis Bend, the move and name change to Mound Bayou, Isaiah Montgomery, T.R.M. Howard and others who were involved in the founding of the city. Museum hours are 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.; Smith Robertson Museum and Cultural Center.; $4.50 adults, $3.00 seniors, $1.50 children under 18.

Farmers' Market: Mar 1 – Oct 30.; The market is open Monday-Saturday from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. until Oct. 30. Products include fresh produce, wildflower honey, roasted peanuts, jams, jellies, birdhouses, and baskets and gourds for crafting.; Byram Farmers Market.

Greater Belhaven Market: Feb 6 – Dec 18.; Buy local fresh produce or other food or gift items. The market is open every Thursday and Saturday from 8 a.m.-2 p.m.; Mississippi Farmers Market.; Free admission.

Medical Mall Moment Report: Jan 1 – Dec 31.; Find out about the Jackson Medical Mall Foundation's current activities every second Friday of the month at 8:30 a.m. Call-ins to 601-995-1400 are welcome. You can send your questions and comments in advance to zsummers@jacksonmedicalmall.org or call the office for more information. The broadcast is also available on jacksonmedicalmall.org.; WOAD 1300 AM.

2010 Exhibits: Jan 1 – Dec 31.; Featured artists throughout the year include Katie Drummonds, Kyle Goddard, Allan Inman, LaTricia Graves and more. Photography by Christina Cannon, Howard Barron, Roy J. Gattuso, Gerard L. Howard, William Patrick Butler and others are also on display.; One Blu Wall.; Free.

Icons of the Permanent Collection: Jan 14 – Jan 1.; Paintings of the American landscape by artists such as John Marin, Will Henry Stevens and Kate Freeman Clark are on display. A 14-panel panorama by William Dunlap can be viewed in Trustmark Grand Hall.; Mississippi Museum of Art.; Free.

"Legacy of Timbuktu: Wonders of the Written Word": Jan 1 – Dec 30.; See rare African manuscripts and other artifacts. The companion exhibit “Islamic Moorish Spain: Its Legacy to Europe and the West” can be seen in the museum gallery.; International Museum of Muslim Culture.; Free.

"The Mississippi Story": Jan 1 – Dec 31.; In the Gertrude C. Ford Galleries for the Permanent Collection. The exhibit contains art inspired by the state's history and culture. Featured artists include Walter Anderson, George Ohr, Sam Gilliam, William Dunlap, John McCrady, Richmond Barthé, Eudora Welty, William Hollingsworth, Marie Hull and William Eggleston.; Mississippi Museum of Art.; Free.

Oil Painting Classes: Jan 25 – Dec 31.; Pat Walker-Fields is the instructor. Classes are held Mondays from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Southern Cultural Heritage Center.; $90-$170.

Art Exhibit: Jan 1 – Dec 31.; In the Katherine Denton Art Building. The gallery features regional and local exhibitions in a variety of media. Hours are 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 8 a.m.-noon Friday. The gallery is closed during school holidays and from June-August.; Hinds Community College - Raymond Campus.; Free.

Wednesday Knitting Nights: Jan 6 – Dec 31.; Come knit, crochet, etc. with fellow knitters on Wednesdays at 5 p.m.; DeSoto Arts Center.; Free.

Mississippi Happening: Jan 1 – Dec 31.; Guaqueta Productions presents a mix of videos, photos, podcasts and interviews that highlight Mississippi's music scene.; *N/A.

Art at the Healthplex: Jan 1 – Dec 31.; See artwork by artist-in-residence Jeanette "JNet" Jarmon, Vicksburg native Lenore Barkley and Monticello resident Wanda Wright. Prints, T-shirts and original artwork on sale. Hours are 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and 1-6 p.m. Sunday.; Baptist Healthplex, Clinton.; Free.

"Alsace to America": Jan 1 – Dec 31.; Jews immigrated to Mississippi from Alsace and Lorraine throughout the 19th century. This exhibit reflects the life and times of these pioneers, why they left France and Germany, and how they became an integral part of the historical fabric of their chosen communities in America. Please call between 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. to schedule a tour.; Museum of the Southern Jewish Experience.; $5, $4 students and groups of 15 or more.

Monday, March 1, 2010

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