Golden Triangle Events
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.
