Family
RSS for Family- National Alliance on Mental Illness Family Support Group
- Apr 14 – Dec 31.
- In the St. Catherine Room. NAMI Mississippi offers a support group for family members who have an adult relative with a mental illness on second Thursdays at 7 p.m.
- St. Dominic Hospital.
- Free.
filed under: Family, Health and Wellness, Community.
- Memory and Motion Classes
- Jan 10 – Apr 24.
- The class for people with early-stage Alzheimer's disease and their caregivers is on second and fourth Tuesdays at 10 a.m. through April 24. Explore using the senses through mental, emotional and physical connection. Potential participants must go through a screening process.
- Ridgeland Recreation Center.
- $5 per person, per class.
filed under: Family, Health and Wellness, Community.
- Second Annual Father-Daughter Dance
- Sat, Feb 11, 5:00 pm.
- The Wisdom Foundation is the host, and the dance is divided by age groups. Girls in fifth grade and under attend at 5 p.m. for cupcakes, dancing and games. Girls in sixth grade and up attend at 6:30 p.m. for a rep carpet entrance, a buffet dinner, dancing and souvenir photos.
- Jackson Convention Complex.
- $25 per couple for 5 p.m. $50 per couple for 6:30 p.m..
- Ignite the Night Gala
- Sat, Feb 11, 6:30 pm.
- The adults-only event features themed food in each gallery, cocktails and child-like activities.
- Mississippi Children's Museum.
- $100.
filed under: Youth, Family, Community, Exhibits and Openings, JFP Sponsored Events.
- Stepping Up for the Community
- Sat, Feb 18, 10:00 am.
- H&R Block is the host. Local nonprofits showcase their services. The event includes child fingerprinting, free tax advice, food, health screenings, face painting and entertainment.
- Deville Plaza.
- Mostly Monthly Ceili and Sean Nos Dance Workshop
- Sun, Feb 19, 2:00 pm.
- Enjoy a family-friendly gathering of folks interested in Irish music and dance. Patrick O'Dea holds the workshop from 5-7 p.m. Jackson Irish Dancers is the sponsor.
- Fenian's Pub.
- Free ceili, $15 workshop ($10 for JID members).
- Family Safari Slumber Party
- Fri, Feb 24, 7:00 pm.
- The slumber party includes an animal presentation, games and activities, a behind-the-scenes tour with a zookeeper and a campfire. In the morning, enjoy a continental breakfast and a guided walk. For ages 7 and up. Reservations required.
- Jackson Zoo.
- $30 per person, $25 members.
filed under: Family, Exhibits and Openings.
- Gem, Mineral, Fossil and Jewelry Show
- Feb 25 – Feb 26.
- The annual show features dealers, demonstrations and exhibits. See gems, minerals, fossils, jewelry, beads, lapidary tools and much more. Shows are on Feb. 25 from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. and Feb. 26 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Mississippi Trade Mart.
- $5, $3 students.
filed under: Exhibits and Openings, Creative Classes, Community, Outdoors, Shopping and Sales, Family, Artistic Opportunities, Youth.
- Fondren After 5
- Thu, Mar 1, 5:00 pm.
- This monthly event showcases the local shops, galleries and restaurants of the Fondren neighborhood.
- Fondren.
- Free.
Upcoming
Fondren Thursday Apr 5 5:59 pm
Fondren Thursday May 3 5:59 pm
Fondren Thursday Jun 7 5:59 pm
Fondren Thursday Jul 5 5:59 pm
Fondren Thursday Aug 2 5:59 pm
Fondren Thursday Sep 6 5:59 pm
Fondren Thursday Oct 4 5:59 pm
Fondren Thursday Nov 1 5:59 pm
Fondren Thursday Dec 6 5:59 pm
filed under: Community, Shopping and Sales, Family.
- Arts, Eats and Beats
- Thu, Mar 22, 5:00 pm.
- Fondren's spring arts celebration showcases Jackson's best in art, antiques, gifts, apparel, interior design, furniture, food and music.
- Fondren.
- Free.
filed under: JFP Sponsored Events, Community, Shopping and Sales, Family.
- Charles Templeton Ragtime Jazz Festival
- Mar 30 – Mar 31.
- The event consists of concerts, seminars and a tour of the Charles H. Templeton Sr. Music Museum. Performers include Brian Holland, Jeff Barnhart, Sonny Leyland, Martin Spitznagel and David Jasen. Discounts available for seniors and MSU employees.
- Mississippi State University - Mitchell Memorial Library & Lee Hall Auditorium.
- $10 evening concerts, $30 one-day pass, $50 two-day pass.
filed under: Creative Classes, Concerts, Community, Galleries, Family, Artistic Opportunities.
- Fondren Easter Egg Hunt
- Sun, Apr 1, time TBA.
- The annual hunt is on the front lawn.
- The Cedars Historic Home.
- KidFest!
- Apr 6 – Apr 7.
- The family event includes big-top acts, a children’s activity tent, music, food, animated characters and rides.
- Freedom Ridge Park.
- $10, children under 2 free.
- 2012 Spring Market of Jackson
- Apr 13 – Apr 15.
- More than 100 merchants sell spring fashions, accessories, jewelry, shoes, handbags, children’s clothes, home décor, gourmet foods and more. Open April 13 from 9 a.m.-9 p.m., April 14 from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. and April 15 from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Girls' Night Out is April 13 from 5-9 p.m. ($15), and Market Madness is April 13 from 9 a.m.-noon, and April 15 from 2-5 p.m. ($10 wristband). Free parking.
- Mississippi Trade Mart.
- $8, $15 3-day pass, children 12 and under free.
filed under: Food and Drink, Family, Health and Wellness, Shopping and Sales, Exhibits and Openings.
- Relay for Life - Central Rankin
- Apr 20 – Apr 21.
- Relay for life is a fundraiser for American Cancer Society. There are activities, food stands, and entertainment set up around a walking track at Shiloh Park. Great night for the whole family. Please come out and join us or call to set up a team!
- Shiloh Park.
filed under: Community, Outdoors, Be the Change, Family, Business & Networking, Food and Drink.
- Jerry Clower Festival
- Sat, May 5, 9:00 am.
- The annual festival includes arts and crafts vendors, live entertainment, games and rides.
- Downtown Yazoo City.
- Free admission.
filed under: Exhibits and Openings, Concerts, Community, Shopping and Sales, Family, Youth, Food and Drink.
- C Spire Summer Soaker
- Sat, May 26, 10:00 am.
- Visitors participate in a one-mile fun run and cool off at the museum's fountain. Pre-registration required.
- Mississippi Children's Museum.
- $10.
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