Spanish Classes at The Prayer Corner
Free Spanish classes for all ages meet every Thursday from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at The Prayer Corner, 806 Hwy 45 N, Columbus.
Golden Triangle Events
Free Spanish classes for all ages meet every Thursday from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at The Prayer Corner, 806 Hwy 45 N, Columbus.
The West Point Junior Auxiliary is collecting NEW stuffed animals to donate to children at Sally Kate Winters Family Services. A simple stuffed animal can
A 3-part relationship enrichment workshop series for couples meets at The Well Family Support on three consecutive Wednesdays from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Cost is $40 per couple for all three sessions; space is limited to eight couples and registration is required. Call 662-368-2008.
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.
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.
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 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 Community Foundation's Second Annual Casino Night raises money for the organization's endowment, which funds grants to area non-profits. July 31 at 6:30. More info: https://createfoundation.networkforgood.com/events/98267-lcf-casino-night-2026
Honoring Mrs. Linda Irby Jones and celebrating Dr. Denise Jones Gregory, president of Jackson State University, at the James M. Trotter Convention Center at 4 p.m. Attire includes fascinators, pearls, gloves and floral elegance for ladies; suits, hats and brims for gentlemen. Individual tickets are $125; tables and sponsorships available. Call 659-786-1842.
West Point Police Department hosts neighborhood block parties, cookouts, youth activities, flashlight walks and contest giveaways at 84 E. Westbrook St. from 5 to 8 p.m. Call Captain Arnie Cade at 662-494-1244.