Today
Sundays at the Center — The West Point/Clay County Arts Council hosts a program by voice students of Betty and Thomas Griffin at 2 p.m. at the Louise Campbell Center for the Arts, 235 Commerce St., West Point. Free.
Tuesday, May 22
Veterans Town Hall — This event for veterans, their families and stakeholders begins at 10 a.m. at the American Legion, 308 Chubby Drive, Columbus. Veterans Administration representatives will be on hand to answer questions. For more information, contact the VA Medical Center, 601-368-4477.
Camp Rising Sun Celebrity Wait Night — Bulldog coach Joe Moorhead joins local “celebrity waiters” to benefit Camp Rising Sun at Mugshots in Columbus, 1737 Highway 45 North. Tips and donations from 5:30-9 p.m. help fund this annual camp for children who have been diagnosed with cancer.
Saturday, May 26
Special Needs-Special Spirit Run/Walk — This run/walk at the Columbus Riverwalk provides family support, community education, activities, advocacy and referral services to children and adults with developmental disabilities and their families. Entry is $10, or $25 for a family or group. For more information, contact Robin Tate, 662-436-4212; Rice Glover, 662-549-7306; or Norma Jones, 662-352-3184.
Sunday, May 27
Sunday Funday — This Starkville mini arts and music fest from 1-6 p.m. on University Drive at the Parthenon will be held monthly through October. Visit facebook.com/Starkvilles-Sunday-Funday.
Friday, June 1
Loaves & Fishes Festival of Flavors — Loaves & Fishes Community Soup Kitchen presents its fifth annual gala from 6-9 p.m. at Lion Hills Center, with silent auction, live music, food and beverages. Tickets are $40 at Military Hardware, 1002 13th St. N., the Rosenzweig Arts Center, 501 Main St. and Helping Hands. For more information, call 662-549-8607. Register at runsignup.com.
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