Saturday, Dec. 21
■ Literary Crafternoon: In a partnership between Friendly City Books and Fired Up Studio, author and MUW alum Beth Kander will be holding a reception for the release of her new book, “I Made It out of Clay.” In addition to meeting the author, participants will have the chance to make their own gingerbread ornaments. Tickets are $10 in advance for creating the ornament, $30 for the book or $35 for both. For more information or to RSVP, visit friendlycitybooks.com/events.
Wednesday, Dec. 25
■ Columbus-Lowndes County Christmas Luncheon: This Christmas luncheon, hosted at the Loaves and Fishes soup kitchen at noon, will provide hot meals for the homeless, disabled, senior citizens, emergency responders and the sick and shut-in. Volunteers and donations are welcome. For more information or to donate, contact the Rev. Tommy Prude at 662-327-0587, or at [email protected].
Wednesday, Jan. 1
■ First Day Hike: Start 2025 on the right foot with a self-guided hike at Lake Lowndes State Park. Hikers can choose between a 3.5 mile walk through the Opossum Trail or the more challenging 7 mile hike. Admission is free with park entry. For more information, contact Penny Wyers at [email protected], or call 662-328-2110.
Monday, Jan. 6
■ Friends of the Library Book Sale: The Friends of the Starkville-Oktibbeha County Public Library will be hosting a book sale from 11:45 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
Friday, Jan. 10-Sunday, Jan. 12
■ Always…Patsy Cline: Featuring performances by Madeline Golden, Jessica Horton and the Silver Eagle Band, the Golden Triangle Theatre will be bringing back its show “Always…Patsy Cline” with the original cast and band for a limited time only. The performances will be held on Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. in West Point at The Louise Campbell Center for the Arts. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased in advance at Petal Pushers, The Growth Alliance or by calling the West Point-Clay County Arts Council at 662-295-0461.
Saturday, Jan. 11
■ Beginner Jewelry Wiring Workshop: The Starkville Area Arts Council will be hosting a workshop teaching participants the basics of making wired jewelry from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Tickets are $35 per person and are limited. Tickets include the cost of the lesson from Carolyn Adams-Price and materials; more expensive materials will be available for purchase. All funds raised go toward supporting SAAC’s programs and operations.
Thursday, Jan. 16
■ Books and Authors: Friends of the Starkville Public Library will be hosting a book talk with Dr. Darden North, a practicing physician from Jackson who will be discussing his novel “Party Favors.” The talk will begin at noon at the library, and refreshments will be served at 11:30 a.m.
Friday, Jan. 17
■ Pi Jacobs Concert: Pi Jacobs will be performing at the Columbus Arts Council Theater at 7 p.m., with doors opening at 6 p.m. Blending a blues soul sound with American roots music, Pi’s music has drawn comparisons to Tom Waits, Dolly Parton and Lucinda Williams. Tickets are $20 per person and can be purchased online at columbusartscouncil.com/events.
Tuesday, Jan. 21
■ Nashville Chamber Music Society: The Nashville Chamber Music Society, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing chamber music to local communities around Nashville and surrounding areas, will be visiting the Mississippi State University campus for a masterclass and concert. This event, free and open to the public, will begin with masterclasses at 3 p.m. and a concert at 7:30 p.m. in the Music Building Recital Hall.
Saturday, Jan. 25
■ Blue Tie Gala: The Boys and Girls Club will be hosting its annual Blue Tie Gala at The Idlewild Event Venue in Columbus at 6 p.m. Tickets are $50 per person, $400 per table. Proceeds go towards the Boys and Girls Club of the Golden Triangle. For ticket purchases and more information, call 662-418-7285, or email [email protected].
■ Symphony Gala: The Starkville-MSU Symphony Association will be hosting an evening of music at The Gathering at 7 p.m.. Tickets are $50 per person and can be purchased at music.msstate.edu/events.
Friday, Feb. 7-Saturday, Feb. 8
■ Rodeo: Starkville Rotary club hosts their annual Rotary Classic Rodeo at the Mississippi Horse Park at 869 E Poor House Road in Starkville. Tickets are available at various locations in Columbus and Starkville. More info: rodeo.starkvillerotary.org
Sunday, Feb. 9
■ String Serenade: Brought to you by the string section of the Starkville Symphony Orchestra, this performance of chamber favorites includes Grieg’s Holberg Suite, the Elgar Serenade for Strings and the Tchaikovsky Serenade for Strings. The orchestra will also perform a Starkville premier of Kilar’s Orawa with 15 individual string parts. The concert will begin at 2 p.m. at Bettersworth Auditorium in Lee Hall of Mississippi State’s campus.
Thursday, Feb. 13
■ TAKE3: As part of Mississippi State University’s Lyceum Series, TAKE3 will perform a concert of classical music infused with pop/rock charisma. This fusion of genres promises to exhilarate audiences of all ages. The concert begins at 7 p.m. in Bettersworth Auditorium. Tickets are available online at msstate.universitytickets.com, or in person by visiting the Center for Student Activities in the Colvard Student Union.
Saturday, March 1
■ The Paul Thorn Band Concert: Presented by The Barn Concert Series, The Paul Thorn Band will be performing two album release concerts, one at 5 p.m. and the other at 8 p.m., at Cromwell Theater on the MUW Campus.
Tuesday, March 4
■ Hamlet: Mississippi State University’s Lyceum Series presents “Hamlet,” performed by Actors From The London Stage. This self-directed ensemble celebrates its 50th anniversary with their performance of one of Shakespeare’s most iconic works. The play begins at 7 p.m. at Bettersworth Auditorium. For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit msstate.universitytickets.com.
Wednesday, March 26
■ The Great DuBois: In the final installment of the Lyceum Series for the 2024-25 season, The Great DuBois will be performing at Bettersworth Auditorium at 7 p.m. This 2 person circus show is a fast-paced, high energy performance featuring juggling, hula hoops, a unicycle, aerial, circus stunts, contortion, magic and audience interaction. This award winning duo were featured recently in Hugh Jackman’s movie “The Greatest Showman.” Tickets are available online at msstate.universitytickets.com, or in person by visiting the Center for Student Activities in the Colvard Student Union.
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