Golden Triangle Events
A program on military war dogs, focusing on the story of Lucca, a U.S. Marine Corps working dog, will be presented by Patsy Stuart at Oktibbeha County Heritage Museum, 206 Fellowship St., Starkville, at 10:30 a.m. Admission is free.
Woodard Law Firm attorney Stephanie Woodard leads a discussion on wills, guardianship designations, powers of attorney and healthcare directives at Lion Hills Event Center, 2331 Military Road, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lunch is complimentary; registration is required at form.jotform.com/261183938146160.
Germany's Great Bavarian Circus: Under the big top at the Columbus Fairgrounds, featuring aerial artistry, juggling, partner acrobatics and five clown acts. Face painting, photo opportunities and traditional circus food also available. July 16-19. Tickets and more info at GreatBavarianCircus.com
A footbag tournament runs from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 624 5th Avenue South. Entry fees are $5 for amateurs and $10 for pros; admission is free for spectators. A $100 prize awaits the pro champion. Registration closes July 4. Call 318-229-3559.
Main Street Columbus hosts a program on creatures that have survived since the Cretaceous period, featuring speaker Steve Zuppa, educational video producer, at Columbus-Lowndes Public Library, 314 7th St. N., from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Call 662-328-6305.
Free food, bookbags and school supplies (while supplies last), inflatables, games, music and community resources are offered from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Sandfield Pavilion, 23rd Street South and Bell Avenue, hosted by Kingdom Vision Church.
Tractor Supply, 4010 Highway 45 N., Columbus, hosts a deer and wildlife event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., featuring guidance on feed plots, herd management and hunter safety. Call 662-241-9812.
Hosted by Hope for Mothers, A Mile for a Child and the WPHS Class of 2006, Zuber Park in West Point will offer free school supplies — including backpacks, notebooks, folders, calculators, hygiene items, clothing and books — plus a $500 school shopping giveaway from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call 662-364-3843 or 662-769-9775.
A free community baby shower and resource fair featuring baby items, education, games, prizes and food runs from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at American Legion, 183 E Westbrook St, West Point. Registration is required; vendors and donations are still being accepted. Call 662-251-7885.
Blues on the River featuring Keith & Margie, Honeyboy & Boots, and Edna & Rev. Slim takes place at the Columbus Riverwalk at 5:30 p.m. The event is presented by the Columbus Arts Council. Visit columbusartscouncil.com.
An open house at Hunt Intermediate School, 924 20th St. N., runs from 2 to 4 p.m. Families can meet teachers and explore the building ahead of the first day of school July 23.
Columbus Municipal School District holds open house events across multiple campuses, with Columbus High, Columbus Middle and Hunt Intermediate open from 2 to 4 p.m. and elementary schools open from 4 to 6 p.m. Visit ColumbusCitySchools.org.
Stokes-Beard Elementary, 311 MLK Jr. Drive, hosts an open house from 4 to 6 p.m. where families can meet teachers, drop off school supplies, explore classrooms and connect with staff. Kona Ice will be available for purchase through the PTO.
Business After Hours takes place at Bank of Commerce, 3601 Bluecutt Road, at 5 p.m. This event is open to the public.
A school supply drive and community car show hosted by I Am Mentoring Program and GTA Jeepers at 310 Idlewild Road features cars, food vendors 226 Lounge Event and Wing Shackk, family fun, and giveaways. The first 200 students receive free school supplies while supplies last.
West Point Clay County Animal Shelter hosts a drive-through community vaccine clinic from 9 a.m. to noon, offering free core vaccines — Rabies, DHPP and Bordetella — for up to 50 dogs by appointment only. Optional services include microchipping ($10), nail trims ($5) and flea and tick prevention ($10–$15). Register at https://docs.google.com/.../1kR6EX4WTmcbpmghNjdW.../viewform.
A pet portrait painting workshop takes place at 10 a.m. at the Columbus Arts Council, 501 Main St. Cost is $45; reservations must be made by July 22. Visit bridgetcruz.com for more information.
Held at the National Guard Armory, 1445 Industrial Access Rd., West Point, from noon to 5 p.m., this free expo offers school supplies, book bags, haircuts, and braids/retwist styles, plus games and entertainment for kids.
