Golden Triangle Events
A downtown Columbus shopping event from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. features promotions and door prizes from local businesses. Shop participating merchants, collect flamingos and turn them in at the Main Street Columbus Office for a chance to win gift cards and gift baskets, including grand prizes valued at $900. Call 662-328-6305.
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.
Plant lovers and gardeners may bring cuttings, propagations, seedlings or plants to swap at the Starkville Public Library from noon to 2 p.m.
Forensic anthropologist Austin Lee from the University of Alabama discusses how forensic anthropology and genetic genealogy are helping investigators solve cold cases, at 6 p.m. at Starkville Public Library. Admission is free.
Held at the R.R. Foil Plant Science Research Facility, 972 Highway 182 in Starkville, this field day runs from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., featuring Extension specialists and university researchers presenting findings on crop performance, biostimulants, disease and insect management, and conventional and organic production options. Registration and admission is free.
An informational session on becoming a certified Master Gardener meets at 1 p.m. at your local County Extension Office. Contact your local County Extension Office for more information.
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.
Covered Music performs a live Motown show at Rick's Cafe at 7 p.m., with proceeds benefiting Starkville Strong. Tickets are available at connect.covered-music.com/tickets.
Covered Music performs a Motown tribute at Rick's Cafe, 319B MS-182, Starkville, at 7 p.m., with proceeds benefiting Starkville Strong. Tickets are available at connect.covered-music.com/tickets.
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.
Local authors Dekota Cheatham and Krissy Long will appear at The Warehouse Market at 1 p.m. for book readings and a new book release. A Slime Bar hosted by Watson's Slime Lab will also be available, with make-your-own slime for $10.
Santa and Mrs. Claus, food trucks, vendors and the farm store are featured from noon to 6 p.m. at Jamison Pastures, 781 Wolfe Rd. Vendor spots are $25 for a 10-by-10 space or $40 with electricity; reserve via Facebook direct message.
A youth basketball tournament at Zuber Park in West Point runs from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m., featuring female youth versus female leaders and male youth versus male leaders. Free food, drinks, live music, a back-to-school drive and school supplies giveaway are included. Bring lawn chairs. Call 662-295-5452.
A corn and soybean variety tour takes place at 5 p.m. on Guerry Road in Artesia at the Dantzler Pilkinton Farm, hosted in cooperation with Mississippi State Extension Service. Attendees will tour MSU test plots, hear from extension specialists and seed company representatives, and share a meal. RSVP by July 24 at 662-328-2111.
Readers gather at Starkville Public Library from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. to read independently in a shared, quiet setting. Bring a current read; no assigned books required. Email [email protected] for more information.
Starkville Young Professionals gathers at PKL ROW for food trucks, drinks, live music, networking and pickleball. The event is open to young professionals ages 21-40.
A half-day experiential cooking program for youth focused on nutrition and preparing balanced meals is set for 10 a.m. at 485 Tom Rose Rd. Cost is $5 per 4-H member. Call 662-328-2111.
Lowndes County 4-H hosts a hands-on cooking class for youth covering basic kitchen safety, simple recipes and nutrition concepts at 485 Tom Rose Rd. at 10 a.m. Cost is $5 per participant. Call 662-328-2111 to register.
