Today
Sundays at the Center — The West Point/Clay County Arts Council hosts a 2 p.m. opening reception at the Louise Campbell Center for the Arts for “Juke Joint,” an exhibit featuring photography by Birney Imes. The event at 235 Commerce St., West Point, includes a gallery talk and music by Drew Dieckmann. Free. For more information, call 662-494-5678.
Friday, July 17
“Paddington” — The Lowndes County Imagination Library presents the movie “Paddington” at the Columbus Lock and Dam Amphitheater at 8 p.m. Seating begins at 7 p.m. Free admission; refreshments available for purchase. Bring blankets and lawn chairs. Children under 5 residing in Lowndes County can register to receive free books each month. For more information, call 662-328-2424.
Friday Night Jam — West Point’s Louise Campbell Center for the Arts, 235 Commerce St., hosts a Friday Night Jam featuring local musicians, from 7-9:30 p.m. (Originally scheduled for July 10.) Free. For more information, call 662-494-5678.
Saturday, July 18
Black and White Ball — This semi-formal event benefiting the Columbus Police Department’s Night Out on Crime and citywide toy drive includes dinner and dancing at Trotter Convention Center, beginning at 7 p.m. Tickets are $25, available at the police department or the Rosenzweig Arts Center. For more information, call 662-251-7355 or 662-244-3528.
Thursday, July 23
Sounds of Summer finale — Keith and Margie Brown entertain at the final 2015 Sounds of Summer concert at the Columbus Riverwalk. Bring lawn chairs or blankets to enjoy the free music from 7-9 p.m. Beverages and food available for purchase. No pets or coolers, please. For more information, contact Main Street Columbus, 662-328-6305.
July 23-25 and July 30-
Aug. 1
“A Song Can Change Your Life” — The Starkville Community Theatre presents this summer musical revue at 7:30 p.m. at the Playhouse on Main, 108 E. Main St., Starkville. Tickets are $25. A reception follows. For more information, call the box office, 662-323-6855.
Thursday through Sunday, July 30-Aug. 2
Artesia Day — Enjoy music, food, kids fun, motivational speakers, dance teams, a school supplies giveaway and door prize at this event in Artesia. For more information, call 662-272-5104.
Thursday, Aug. 6
Bluegrass and Baroque — The Summer Symphony Chorus directed by Peter Infanger presents this program at Starkville’s First United Methodist Church Connection Building at 7:30 p.m. Dr. Jackie Edwards-Henry performs on harpsichord. The Gospel Nightcrawlers, led by Doug Browning, present the bluegrass portion. Refreshments served. Donations to the Starkville-MSU Symphony Association are welcomed.
Thursday and Friday,
Aug. 6-7
Art Rocks — The Columbus Arts Council kicks off its 2015-16 season theme “Art Rocks” with a free gallery exhibit reception, live music and art activities. For more information, contact the CAC, 662-328-2787.
Saturday, Aug. 8
Magnolia Speedway Fan Appreciation — Magnolia Motor Speedway at 495 Highway 45 South hosts a Fan Appreciation Night featuring racing, plus bicycle races, Powder Puff race, Factory Stock Special and more. Cost is $5. For more information, call 662-240-3478 or visit magnoliadirt.com.
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