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October 2010

25th ANNUAL SCOTTISH GAMES & CELTIC FESTIVAL

25th ANNUAL SCOTTISH GAMES & CELTIC FESTIVAL

 11/13/2010 – 11/14/2010
Location: Harrison County Fairgrounds, 15321 County Farm Road, Gulfport
19th ANNUAL MISSISSIPPI GULF COAST BLUES & HERITAGE FESTIVAL

19th ANNUAL MISSISSIPPI GULF COAST BLUES & HERITAGE FESTIVAL

 09/11/2010 – 09/12/2010
Location: Jackson County Fairgrounds, 2902 Shortcut Road, Pascagoula
RICK SPRINGFIELD

RICK SPRINGFIELD

 10/02/2010 – 10/02/2010
Location: Hard Rock Casino, 777 Beach Blvd, Biloxi
DAVID CASSIDY

DAVID CASSIDY

 10/08/2010 – 10/08/2010
Location: Hard Rock Casino, 777 Beach Blvd, Biloxi

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INKTOBERFEST 2010!

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October 14-17

Ever wanted or thought about getting a tattoo? Well this is the place to be...come get the tattoo of your dream! Over 100 of the finest tattoo artists on hand, unique vendors, midget wrestling, live music, entertainment, tattoo contests, body painting contests, live auction, art fusion, pin-up model contest, seminars & more! Don't miss this event...it will make an "impression" on you! Presented by Adrenaline Tattoo Company!  Check website for complete details!

  • Date(s): 10/14/2010 - 10/17/2010
  • Times: Thursday opens @ 4pm, Friday-Sunday opens @ Noon!
  • Location: MS Coast Coliseum, 2350 Beach Blvd, Biloxi
  • Contact: Aaron "Nooch"
  • Phone: (228) 383-2150 or (228) 594-3700
  • Admission: Admission Charged - Tickets available @ door & on website

10th ANNUAL WAVEFEST

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October 16-17

NOW a TWO-DAY EVENT featuring live music, arts & crafts, kids fair, antique show, vendors, food and much more! Look for name bands like "The Molly Ringwalds" and more!

  • Date(s): 10/16/2010 - 10/17/2010
  • Times: 10am-10pm
  • Location: Garfield Ladner Municipal Pier, Beach Blvd & End of Coleman Avenue, Waveland
  • Contact: Charlie Cornelius
  • Phone: 228-467-0855
  • Admission: Spectators Free!

20th ANNUAL GAUTIER MULLET & MUSIC FEST

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October 16-17

Great shopping for unique hand crafted items and delicious Gulf Coast food! Learn about the Gulf Coast in the "hands on" Heritage & Education Area, and kids will have a blast in the FREE Kids area! Enter the famous Mullet Toss Contest - you've definitely gotta see how far you can throw a mullet! There's a Car & Motorcycle Show on Saturday. Bring your folding chairs & your dancing shoes - there's 2 entertainment Stages to keep your toes tapping - Fun for All Ages!

  • Date(s): 10/16/2010 - 10/17/2010
  • Times: Saturday 11am-6pm; Sunday 11am-4pm
  • Location: Downtown Gautier on Dolphin Drive between Lowe's and the Singing River Mall
  • Contact: Anna Simpson - Chairman
  • Phone: 228-522-0573
  • Admission: Spectators Free!

24th ANNUAL FALL MUSTER

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October 16-17

Experience the sights, sounds, and even the smells of the 1861-1865 conflict! There will be cavalry, Infantry and cannon demonstrations, and a battle on each day! All branches of service, North and South, civilians, drummer boys and spectators welcomed! Festivities include a Picnic Basket Auction, Ladies Tea & a Saturday Night Dance with Entertainment! Proceeds will benefit the reconstruction of Beauvoir! Sponsored by Sam Davis #596 Mississippi Division SCV!

  • Date(s): 10/16/2010 - 10/17/2010
  • Times: Gates open @ 9am!
  • Location: Beauvoir, 2244 Beach Blvd, Biloxi
  • Contact: Wallace Mason - Event Coordinator
  • Phone: 228-388-4400
  • Admission: Admission Charged

89th ANNUAL JACKSON COUNTY FAIR

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October 17-24

Thrill rides, livestock shows, arts/crafts displays, food booths, exhibits, live music, “Old Settlers Day” and much more! Join us for this “Blue Ribbon” affair and “A Fall Tradition!”  A MUST SEE EVENT!

  • Date(s): 10/17/2010 - 10/24/2010
  • Times: Sunday opens @ 4pm; Monday-Thursday @ 11am; Friday @ 10am; Saturday @ 11am; Sunday @ 1pm
  • Location: Jackson County Fairgrounds, 2902 Shortcut Road, Pascagoula
  • Contact: Jim Hart, Director
  • Phone: (228) 762-6043 or (228) 217-1667
  • Admission: Spectators Free!

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INAUGURAL MARY C MALLET CLUB TOURNAMENT!

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October 17 & 24

Croquet tournament-featuring FUN, food, & friends! Are you ready to play croquet? The season starts with a workshop and instructions from croquet pro Gus Pialet!  Players enjoy lunch on the lawn, and then learn the rules of golf croquet to prepare for the BIG game the following week! An engraved julep cup to commemorate the Mary C Mallet Club first season awarded to first, second and third places! If you don't win, don't worry - players can purchase one of these beautiful keepsakes and we will keep it filled with tempting libations! The Mary C's IP Culinary Arts Café will be selling baskets of delicious treats for players to enjoy as they battle it out on the court. Registration Required - Limit 18 Players - Call TODAY!
Schedule:
• Sunday, October 17
Lunch @ 12-1pm
Workshop 1pm-4pm

• Sunday, October 24
Lunch @ 12-1pm
Tournament @ 1pm-4pm

  • Date(s): 09/07/2010 - 10/24/2010
  • Times: 12-4pm
  • Location: Mary C. O'Keefe Cultural Center of Arts & Education, 1600 Government Street, Ocean Springs,
  • Contact: Eric Zala - Executive Director
  • Phone: 228-818-2878
  • Admission: Registration Required - Limited to 18 players!

DRACULA, THE MUSICAL

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October 8-10 & 15-17

Suspenseful story based on the classic legend of the Transylvanian vampire Dracula. The lead characters piece together Dracula's identity and make a valiant attempt to stop him from taking new victims. Directed by Barbara Medlock! Presented by Gulfport Little Theatre!

  • Date(s): 10/08/2010 - 10/17/2010
  • Times: Friday & Saturdays @ 8pm, Sundays @ 3pm!
  • Location: Gulfport Little Theatre, 2600 13th Avenue, Gulfport
  • Contact: Don Moore - Publicity
  • Phone: 228-864-7983
  • Admission: Call for tickets!

HAUNTED TRAIL IN SAUCIER!

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October 15 &16, 22 & 23, 29 &30

For a night you won't forget...come join us at the Haunted Trail in Saucier!   We've been voted the "Best Haunted Happening on the Mississippi Gulf Coast!"  Proceeds benefit The Prevention of Child Abuse!

Due to limited parking at the Haunted Trail, we would ask that you park at Saucier Elementary School and a shuttle will be provided to take you to and from the Haunted Trail. Saucier Elementary School is on the west side of Highway 49 at the intersection of Highway 49 and Highway 67 in Saucier. Directions to Saucier Elementary School are as follows: From I-10 take Highway 49 North 14 miles to Highway 67; turn left at intersection of Highway 49 and Highway 67 onto Angel Road -- the school is on the right. If you're coming from the Stone County area, head south to the intersection of Highway 49 and Highway 67, take a right!

  • Date(s): 10/15/2010 - 10/30/2010
  • Times: 7pm – 12 midnight
  • Location: See Above!
  • Contact: Karen Olier
  • Phone: 228-868-8686
  • Admission: Admission Charged

THE PHILADELPHIA STORY by Philip Barry

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October 15-17 &21-23

An intelligent, sophisticated, classic romantic comedy-farce in three acts of love, marriage, human growth & class distinctions! Directed by Arthur Bailey, Jr! Presented by Biloxi Little Theatre!

  • Date(s): 10/15/2010 - 10/23/2010
  • Times: Call for performance times!
  • Location: Biloxi Little Theatre, 220 Lee Street, Biloxi
  • Contact: Judy Madden - Publicity
  • Phone: 228-432-8543
  • Admission: Admission Charged

6th ANNUAL ARTS ALIVE!

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October 16-17 & 23-24

A free, self-guided, TWO-day, TWO weekend ART event with studios & galleries featuring artists demonstrating their techniques, encouraging creative participation and selling their original works. Approximately 60 participating artists and art related businesses in 30 different locations participate throughout the county! Maps available!

• October 16-17 tour features studios located above I-10 (Diamondhead & Kiln)
• October 23-24 tour features studios below I-10 (Bay St. Louis, Waveland, & Pearlington)

  • Date(s): 10/16/2010 - 10/24/2010
  • Times: Saturday @ 10am-5pm; Sunday @ 12 Noon-5pm
  • Location: Throughout Hancock County - Follow the signs!
  • Contact: Ruth Thompson - Event Coordinator
  • Phone: (228) 264-2260 or (228) 467-9048
  • Admission: Spectators Free!

On-Going Events

CANVAS & COCKTAILS

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Bring your bottle of wine (or favorite beverage) and explore your creative side while having a night out! Art classes structured around a specific theme - with your own personal interpretation! Classes are for beginners as well as seasoned painters...the main objective is to have fun!!! At the end of each class you will leave with your finished masterpiece!!

CLASSES ARE HELD THROUGHOUT THE MONTH - CALL FOR DETAILS!

  • Date(s): 10/20/2009 - 10/28/2010
  • Times: Call for class times!
  • Location: 49 ½ 55th Street, Gulfport
  • Phone: 228-861-0833
  • Admission: Call for class prices

CLASSES @ MARY C

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CLASSES ARE HELD THROUGHOUT THE MONTH - CALL FOR DETAILS!

The Mary C offers classes for all ages that include oil painting, art, drawing, photography, field trips, etiquette & social skills, introductory boat building, creative writing, music, dance, pottery, piano & guitar lessons, and more. Call for complete details on all classes, times & admission.

  • Date(s): 10/21/2009 - 12/31/2010
  • Location: Mary C. O'Keefe Cultural Center of Arts & Education, 1600 Government Street, Ocean Springs,
  • Phone: 228-818-2878

FLEA MARKET @ MENGE

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SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS

The Mississippi Gulf Coast’s largest outdoor flea market offers furniture, arts & crafts, plants, baked goods, concession stand and more! Featured on Turner South’s television shows Junkin’ and 3 Day Weekend!  Antique Trade Days held April & October!

  • Date(s): 01/03/2010 - 12/26/2010
  • Times: 8am-5pm - Rain or Shine!
  • Location: Flea Market & Menge Avenue, Interstate 10 & Menge Avenue (Exit 24), Pass Christian
  • Phone: 228-452-0590
  • Admission: Spectators Free

ART CLASSES @ CABOOSE ART GALLERY!

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CLASSES HELD THROUGHOUT THE MONTH - CALL FOR DETAILS!

Bring out the "Picasso" in YOU!  Learn to paint with pastels, draw & more for children & adults!  Enjoy creating new works with inspiration and individual attention!  Class sizes & instructors vary!  Call for complete details of all classes offer!

  • Date(s): 02/09/2010 - 12/08/2010
  • Times: Call for class times!
  • Location: Caboose Art Gallery, 608 W. Railroad, Long Beach
  • Contact: Sandy Shavers
  • Phone: 228-865-1056
  • Admission: Admission Charged - Call for class details!

IP/VIKING CULINARY ARTS CAFÉ CLASSES @ MARY C!

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ON GOING! - CALL FOR CLASS INFORMATION & DATES!

Hands on cooking classes with guest master chefs!  Learn to make sushi, professional cake decorating, Asian cuisine, nutritional & healthy dishes, professional presentation & techniques, sugar sculpturing, Italian cooking, seafood dishes, hand made pizza, French cuisine, wine & cheese pairing and more!  Call for complete details on all classes!

  • Date(s): 03/04/2010 - 12/30/2010
  • Times: Call for class times!
  • Location: Mary C. O'Keefe Cultural Center of Arts & Education, 1600 Government Street, Ocean Springs,
  • Phone: 228-818-2878
  • Admission: Admission Charged - Classes Limited!

EDUCATIONAL & FUN PROGRAMS @ GULF ISLANDS NATIONAL SEASHORE!

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May - December

Enjoy & participate in fun & educational programs held throughout the park each weekend! Programs vary each week - usually held on Sundays! Call for complete details! Don't miss these exciting, hands-on & informative events!

  • Date(s): 05/02/2010 - 12/19/2010
  • Times: Most events begin @ 2pm! Call for details!
  • Location: Gulf Island National Seashore, 3500 Park Road, Ocean Springs
  • Phone: 228-875-9057
  • Admission: Free!

TIM WALDROP: THE MISSISSIPPI GULF COAST'S RESILIENCY TO HURRICANE KATRINA AND BEYOND

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August 28-November 20

Art exhibit featuring a series of paintings and sculptures, which provide a visual representation of the past, present, and what could ultimately be the future of many areas along the Mississippi Gulf Coast!

  • Date(s): 08/28/2010 - 11/20/2010
  • Times: Tuesday – Saturday 10am-6pm
  • Location: Mary C. O’Keefe Cultural Center, 1600 Government Street, Ocean Springs
  • Phone: 228-818-2878
  • Admission: Free!

IMAGINING THE SECRET WORLD LIFE OF WALTER ANDERSON

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September 7-January 3

Join us for a glimpse inside the creative process. The Secret World of Walter Anderson was written with children in mind, but it's a delightful read for "children" of any age. The show follows the creative process from idea to execution. Included nearly 50 original works by E. B. Lewis and 18 original Walter Anderson works! 

 

  • Date(s): 09/07/2010 - 01/03/2011
  • Times: Monday - Saturday 9:30am - 4:30pm; Sunday 12:30-4:30pm
  • Location: Walter Anderson Museum of Art, 510 Washington Avenue, Ocean Springs
  • Contact: Makalah Ingram Brown - Deputy Director
  • Phone: 228-872-3164
  • Admission: Admission Charged

COLT CAPERS!

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FIRST FRIDAY MONTHLY!

An outdoor exploration program for children ages 3-5 years where they learn about wildlife, complete art projects, and play a games! For those not knowing what is a colt – a young crane! Registrations suggested.

  • Date(s): 09/08/2010 - 12/03/2010
  • Times: 10am–11:30am
  • Location: MS Sandhill Crane National Wildlife Refuge, 7200 Crane Lane, Gautier
  • Contact: Douglas Hunt
  • Phone: 228-497-6322
  • Admission: Free!

FARMERS MARKETS THROUGHOUT THE GULF COAST!

Below is a list of farmers markets throughout the area. Please note days & times as some markets are seasonal. Contact the preferred market before shopping to make sure that market is open during the specified time you are wishing to shop!

**Weekly local foods farmers markets regularly offering fresh seasonal produce; old-world handmade artisan breads; meats and sausage; artisan cheeses, butter, and cream-top milk; jams, jellies, and pickles made from local foods; cookies and other baked goods; gumbo, tamales, and other prepared foods; plus plants and handmade milk soaps and lotions. Regular events include cooking demonstrations, live music, and more!

• **BAY ST. LOUIS FARMERS MARKET
Location: Downtown Bay St. Louis - Green Space @ 2nd & Main Street
Open: Year Round - Thursdays
Times: 3pm-6pm
Contact: Diane Claughton @ (228) 257-2496
• **LONG BEACH FARMERS MARKET
Location: 126 Jeff Davis Avenue, Long Beach
Open: Year Round - Saturdays
Times: 9am-1pm
Contact: Dita McCarthy @ (228) 234-8732
• **OCEAN SPRINGS FRESH MARKET
Location: L&N Depot, 1000 Washington Avenue, Ocean Springs
Open: Year Round
Times: Saturday - 9am-1pm
Contact: Diane Claughton @ (800) 683-4176 or (228) 683-4176
• BILOXI FARMERS MARKET
Location: Under the I-110 Bridge overpass on Howard Avenue, Biloxi
Open: Year Round - Tuesdays & Thursdays
Times: 6am-4pm
Contact: Cheryl Bell @ (228) 435-6296
• THE PASS MARKET
Location: War Memorial Park, Highway 90, Pass Christian
Open: Year Round - Saturdays
Times: 8am-12Noon
Contact: Joe Buckley - Market Manager @ (228) 297-3040
• GULFPORT FARMERS MARKET
Location: In Front of Old Gulfport Library, Beach Blvd, (Across From Gulfport Harbor)
Open: April-November - Tuesday & Friday
Times: 6am- 6pm
Contact: Butch Himel @ (228) 860-4469
• D'IBERVILLE FARMERS MARKET
Location: 10383 Automall Parkway, D'Iberville
Open: Year Round - Daily
Times: 6am-5pm
Contact: City of D'Iberville @ (228) 392-7966

  • Date(s): 09/08/2010 - 09/30/2011

17th ANNUAL FALL-DE-RAH

October 1 – January 3

Fall-de-Rah, Moss Point's unique celebration of Autumn is considered one of the most photographed seasonal attractions! This two-month celebration begins in October and extends through Thanksgiving when it gives way to Christmas Beauty! A stunning display of pumpkins transforms the riverfront into unique scenery! After Thanksgiving, the pumpkins turn into Christmas decorations! Santa and other decorations are magically transformed from stacks of pumpkins! Fall-De-Rah and its Christmas counterpart are the imagination and artistic creativity of the group "Celebrations!"

  • Date(s): 10/01/2010 - 01/03/2011
  • Times: Display viewing available daily with added beauty featuring lights in the evening!
  • Location: Riverfront Park - Downtown Moss Point
  • Contact: Linda Holden
  • Phone: (228) 475-4829 or (228) 219-0161
  • Admission: Spectators Free!

MISSISSIPPI ROLLER GIRLS LIVE!

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October - June

See the Mississippi Roller Girls - Mississippi's first -- women's flat track derby league, in this action packed, safe, & family-friendly sport - live! Come out, cheer on the "girls" in this full contact sport for women, and see why roller derby is the fastest growing sport in America! Don't miss the FUN!
• October 9
• November 13
• January 15
• February 5
• March 12
• April 9
• May 21
• June 11

  • Date(s): 10/01/2010 - 06/30/2011
  • Times: Doors open @ 6pm; Action starts @ 7pm
  • Location: Harrison County Skate Park, 269 Debuys Road, Gulfport
  • Contact: Christine Perrette - Event Coordinator
  • Phone: 228-604-4045
  • Admission: Admission Charged

PUBLIC ICE SKATING @ COLISEUM!

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October - March

Bring your family & friends and come out for FUN on the ice - immediately following certain MS Surge Hockey games! Ice skating is GREAT exercise & loads of fun for all - skate 90 minutes! Skates Included! Limited to 200 skaters! Advanced tickets on sale! Attending game not required to skate.
• October 23
• November 19 & 26
• December 26 & 30-31
• January 7 & 15, 2011
• February 5, 18-19, 2011
• March 25 & 26, 2011

  • Date(s): 10/01/2010 - 03/26/2011
  • Times: Immediately following the MS Surge Hockey Game!
  • Location: MS Coast Coliseum, 2350 Beach Blvd, Biloxi
  • Phone: (800) 726-2781 or (228) 594-3700
  • Admission: $10 Admission - Call for tickets!

TRINITY’S PUMPKIN PATCH

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October 1-31

When the early settlers came to America, they found the big round orange pumpkin, and now - on the Mississippi Gulf Coast - so can you and your family! Not since Linus was waiting in the pumpkin patch for the Great Pumpkin, have you seen so many pumpkins! From big pumpkins to little bitty pumpkins - the pumpkin patch has it all! Come find that perfect pumpkin and help this fundraiser!

  • Date(s): 10/01/2010 - 10/31/2010
  • Times: 10am – 6pm
  • Location: Highway 90, Pass Christian
  • Contact: Jeanne Tagge
  • Phone: 228-452-4563
  • Admission: Prices vary per pumpkin

THE GREAT PUMPKIN PATCH!

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October 9-31

The Great Pumpkin Patch offers a variety of pumpkins - in all sizes & shapes, hay, novelties and games for young and old! Come on out, pick the perfect pumpkin, while helping a great cause! Proceeds benefit the Jackson County Coalition - Food Pantry and Youth! Sponsored by the Gautier First Methodist Church!

  • Date(s): 10/09/2010 - 10/31/2010
  • Times: Monday – Saturday 10am-7pm, Sunday 12Noon – 6pm
  • Location: First United Methodist Church, 2717 Highway 90, Gautier
  • Phone: (228) 872-6334 or (228) 497-9142
  • Admission: Spectators Free