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SUMMARY:Spanish Classes at The Prayer Corner
DESCRIPTION:Free Spanish classes for all ages\, held every Thursday from 6–7:30 PM at The Prayer Corner. Classes run from June 4 through August 6. \n[Recurring event: Every Thursday\, 6–7:30 PM\, June 4–August 6]
URL:https://cdispatch.com/event/spanish-classes-at-the-prayer-corner/
LOCATION:The Prayer Corner\, 806 Hwy 45 N\, Columbus\, MS\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Southside Blues Festival '26
DESCRIPTION:The Southside Festival Committee presents the 21st annual Southside Blues Festival\, celebrating 21 years of promoting Lowndes County. Thursday July 2nd: Youth Night\, Food\, Games & Fun. Thursday & Friday July 2nd-3rd: Men/Women Softball Tournament\, gates open 6:00 PM. Saturday July 4th: Live Entertainment 6 PM until\, featuring Dorthy McClung Lewis & The Anointed Song Birds\, The Holyaires\, Dr. Randy Conley & Gifted\, Mark Selvie & Band\, 2 Piece & A Biscuit\, Big Mel\, Cicely Wilburn. Music by DJ Lovebone all 3 days. Hosted by Rick ‘Don’t Go’ Mason. Free Admission. Vendor space $200; for vendor and volunteer information contact Jeff Smith at (662) 386-6923 or Ethel Taylor Stewart at (662) 251-3841.
URL:https://cdispatch.com/event/southside-blues-festival-26/
LOCATION:Southside / Townsend Park\, Columbus\, MS\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Entertainment
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SUMMARY:Freedom Fest — America's 250th Celebration
DESCRIPTION:A free\, open-to-the-public 4th of July celebration at Columbus Air Force Base featuring fireworks\, live music\, food vendors\, and craft vendors. Commemorating America’s 250th anniversary (1776–2026). Sponsored by Visit Columbus Mississippi\, Tennessee Valley Authority\, Sqwincher\, and the City of Columbus. This event is FREE and open to the public.Get the details at columbusafbliving.com
URL:https://cdispatch.com/event/freedom-fest-americas-250th-celebration/
LOCATION:Columbus Air Force Base\, 108 Simler Blvd\, Columbus AFB\, MS\, 39710\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community & Civic,Family & Kids
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SUMMARY:The Hitching Lot Farmers' Market (Saturdays)
DESCRIPTION:The Hitching Lot Farmers’ Market features the best local produce\, homemade baked goods\, and arts and crafts. Runs May through October\, with Saturdays only in September & October. For more information\, call (662) 328-6305. \n[Recurring event: Every Saturday 7–10 AM\, May through October\, Historic Downtown Columbus]
URL:https://cdispatch.com/event/the-hitching-lot-farmers-market-saturdays/
LOCATION:Corner of 2nd Street & 2nd Avenue North\, Corner of 2nd Street & 2nd Avenue North\, Columbus\, MS\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food & Dining
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SUMMARY:Starkville Community Market
DESCRIPTION:Summer and Fall\, the Starkville Farmers’ Market is held Saturday mornings in Fire Station Park. You’ll find locally grown food\, fresh baked goods\, live plants\, and local handmade items.\nYou’ll also find cooking and gardening demonstrations\, how-to sessions\, activities for kids\, Saturday morning ‘jams’ and more to make each Saturday at the Market a fun family affair!\nFeaturing Saturday Morning Jams at the Huntington Bank Pavilion at Fire Station Park! \n[Recurring event: Every Saturday at 8 AM]
URL:https://cdispatch.com/event/starkville-community-market/
LOCATION:Fire Station Park\, Starkville\, MS\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community & Civic
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SUMMARY:4th of July Parade
DESCRIPTION:The annual parade steps off at 10 a.m. along Caledonia Main Street\, with lineup beginning at 9 a.m. at the Church of Christ. Decorated cars\, tractors\, bikes and SXS vehicles are welcome to participate. Call Mike Savage at 662-435-0231 or Ashley Chandler at 662-364-8852.
URL:https://cdispatch.com/event/4th-of-july-parade/
LOCATION:Church of Christ (lineup); Caledonia\, MS\, Caledonia\, MS\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community & Civic
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SUMMARY:Jeffery Simmons Fun Day and Fireworks
DESCRIPTION:The Jeffery Simmons Community Fun Day is just around the corner\, promising an exciting day of food\, games\, and fun activities for families and friends in the community. This event\, hosted by Jeffery Simmons and organized by Mayor Freddie L. Poindexter\, staff members\, and volunteers\, is a great opportunity for residents of the City of Macon and surrounding cities to come together and enjoy quality time in a festive\, welcoming environment. \nThis year’s Community Fun Day will take place on Saturday\, July 4\, 2026\, from 6-11:30 PM at the Noxubee Titans Field (814 Dr. MLK Jr Dr\, Macon\, MS 39341)\, and there will be plenty of activities to enjoy. The event will kick off with DJ WhizKid on the mix and live entertainment by WayWay\, Matt Lomax\, ArmonEG\, DJ Allen & Righteous\, Drey B\, Armondo Adams & Redemption\, STACY Regular\, Terry Rogers\, American Idol Finalist Keyla Richardson\, and many more surprise special guests. \nFamilies can enjoy over 30 food and apparel vendors\, including food trucks and boutiques\, while kids will have a blast bouncing around in the bounce houses (we have water slides and pools\, so they’ll be wet). There will also be a variety of games and activities for all ages to enjoy\, including free prize giveaways and autograph signings. \nWith so much to see and do\, this is an event you won’t want to miss! \nSo\, gather your friends\, family\, and loved ones\, and come out for a day filled with laughter\, fun\, and community spirit. The Jeffery Simmons Community Fun Day promises to be an unforgettable experience you’ll be talking about long after the event. Mark your calendar and join us for an amazing day! Don’t forget to bring your lawn chairs and umbrellas. \nArrive early for the best parking options. \nFor Jeffery Simmons Fun Day\, we have a strict clear bag policy in place to ensure the safety and security of all attendees. Please take note of the following guidelines: \nNO PERSONAL TENTS ALLOWED! Only lawn chairs are permitted!!!!\nONLY CLEAR BAGS ARE ALLOWED – NO EXCEPTIONS!!!\nNO OUTSIDE COOLERS OR BEVERAGES ARE ALLOWED!!! \nBring money to patronize vendors.\nAll attendees are subject to search at any time during the event. This includes bags\, personal belongings\, and potentially pat-down searches.\nRefusal to comply with a search request will result in the individual being escorted out of the event immediately.\nNo weapons of any kind are permitted inside the event venue. This includes firearms\, knives\, pepper spray\, or any other potentially dangerous items.\nBackpacks are prohibited\, even if they are clear. We recommend using small clear bags or small clutches for your belongings.\nPlease be aware that security personnel and law enforcement officers will have a heavy presence throughout the event to ensure compliance with these policies and to respond to any security concerns promptly.\nThank you for your cooperation in making Jeffery Simmons Fun Day a safe and enjoyable experience for all attendees.
URL:https://cdispatch.com/event/jeffery-simmons-fun-day-and-fireworks/
LOCATION:Titans Field\, Macon\, MS\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family & Kids
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SUMMARY:Starkville Fireworks Show at Cornerstone Sports Complex
DESCRIPTION:Join Starkville Parks & Recreation Department and Cornerstone Sports Complex for a fireworks show. There will be games\, music\, activities\, bounce houses\, food trucks and more! Event kicks off at 6:00 PM and the fireworks show will start around 9:00 PM.
URL:https://cdispatch.com/event/starkville-fireworks-show-at-cornerstone-sports-complex/
LOCATION:Cornerstone Sports Complex\, United States
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