Monday, June 27
Book talk –Angela Miller speaks about her recent book, “God First,” at noon at the Columbus-Lowndes Public Library, 314 Seventh St. N. Free and open to the public; copies of the book are $10. For more information, contact Mona Vance-Ali, 662-329-5304.
Tuesday and Thursday, June 28 and 30
Celtic dance workshop — The Golden Triangle Celts host free Irish dance workshops at Barnes & Noble on the Mississippi State campus from 5:15-7 p.m. For more information, contact Paige Lawes, 662-324-1507.
Thursday, June 30
Artists in Revision — Alex Pieschel, Alice Pieschel and Thomas Richardson present Artists in Revision, an evening of music, live art and spoken word, at the Columbus Arts Council’s Rosenzweig Arts Center, 501 Main St., at 7 p.m. Tickets are $8 in advance; $10 at the door. Get them at columbus-arts.com, or call 662-328-2787.
Friday, July 1
Fireworks on the Water — Visit Columbus and Columbus Air Force Base present this free Independence Day celebration at the Stennis Lock and Dam East Bank in Columbus from 5-10 p.m. Nashville recording artist Danika Portz and Swing Shift entertain. Children’s activities and fun on inflatables also precede a major fireworks show choreographed to music. Food and drink vendors will be on site. Bring lawn chairs and blankets.
Monday, July 4
Plantation Pointe Fireworks — Plantation Pointe Retirement Community in east Columbus presents a fireworks display at dark, weather permitting. Free parking is available on the grounds. Lawn chairs welcome; no glass containers. Plantation Pointe is located just east of Highway 82 East, between Highway 50 and Lehmburg Road. For more information about the fireworks show, contact Jan McCafferty, 662-241-0001.
Thursday, July 7
Sounds of Summer — Charlie Burgin and Southbound Train perform at this free summer concert at the Columbus Riverwalk from 7-9 p.m., presented by Main Street Columbus and the Columbus-Lowndes Chamber of Commerce. Concessions available; lawn chairs and blankets encouraged. No pets or coolers, please. For more information, contact MSC, 662-328-6305.
Friday, July 8
Mother Goose Rhyme Time — In honor of Edwina “Mother Goose” Williams’ 30th year with the Columbus-Lowndes Library and as part of the Friends of the Library’s “Year of the Goose,” Columbus Community Theatre and the Columbus Arts Council present a young readers’ theater performance at 6 p.m. at the Rosenzweig Arts Center. Laura Beth Berry directs. $5; half benefits the Mother Goose Endowment Fund. Call 662-328-2787 for more information.
Thursday through Saturday, July 7-9
Cotton Boll Festival — The town of Crawford hosts this festival that features live entertainment, speakers, a step show and more. This year’s event honors late blues musician and Crawford native Big Joe Williams. For more information, call 662-272-5164.
July 14-16 and 21-23
“Unplugged 2” — Starkville Community Theatre presents this summer musical revue and fundraiser featuring multiple singers and musicians covering artists including The Beatles, James Taylor, Bruno Mars and many more. Shows are at 7:30 p.m. at the Playhouse on Main, 108 E. Main St., Starkville. Tickets are $25. Call 662-323-6855 for tickets or information.
Saturday, July 16
Boys & Girls Club Golf Benefit — The Boys & Girls Club of the Golden Triangle presents this 14th annual golf tournament benefit at the Mississippi State University Golf Course, 1520 Old Highway 82 E., Starkville. Shotgun start is at 8 a.m. For entry and sponsorship information, contact Nadia Dale, 662-418-7285 or email [email protected].
Thursday, July 21
Sounds of Summer — The final 2016 Sounds of Summer concert at the Columbus Riverwalk features The Bouncing Betty from 7-9 p.m. Concessions available. Bring lawn chairs or blankets; no pets or coolers, please. For more information, contact Main Street Columbus, 662-328-6305.
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