MISSISSIPPI SURGE HOCKEY LIVE!

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October - March

Live professional hockey returns to the Mississippi Gulf Coast! Come and experience the excitement of the Mississippi Surge Hockey team as they take on their toughest competition yet!

• November 12-14, 19, 21, 26
• December 11 & 12, 17, 26
• January 1 & 2, 7, 21, 30 & 31
• February 5, 7, 19 & 20, 26 & 27
• March 11, 19, 26 & 27

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!

OCEAN SPRINGS FRESH MARKET

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SATURDAYS

Ocean Springs Fresh Market is based on the great European food and plant markets, and in a small way recreates that wonderful atmosphere of great food offerings by small regional producers, plants and flowers grown locally, fruits and vegetables in season, herbs and herb products and even doggie treats for the four legged friends in your life!

2nd SATURDAY ART WALK!

2ND SATURDAY EACH MONTH!

Join the fine shops of Old Town Bay St. Louis as they host Second Saturday Art Walk…shops and art galleries…like Bay Books, Maggie Mays and more…feature open houses with guest artists, refreshments, music, food & fun!

PASS CHRISTIAN MARKET IN THE PARK

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SATURDAYS

Arts & Crafts from local vendors, plants, baked goods, hand crafter planters, produce (seasonal) and much more! Come out and find that item that you just can’t find anywhere else!

SATURDAYS @ NEGROTTO’S!

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SATURDAYS

Come out & get tips on painting, art lessons, meet & greet local artists, enjoy refreshments and more! Bring out the artist in YOU!

FROM THE VAULT: SELECTIONS FROM THE PERMANENT COLLECTION

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August 20 - January 15

The exhibition highlights the work of arts and crafts potters from the late 19th century to contemporary ceramic artists, as well as traditional Asian ceramics! The show includes a diverse group of artists including Joseph Fortune Meyer, Patrick Crabb, Peter Callas, Matteo Neivert and Kosmas Ballis! Also featured is the museum’s collection of Asian ceramics, which include work by Shoji Hamada (1894-1978), Sumida pottery and a collection of Yixing teapots!

“UNCOMPREHENDED COASTAL WILDERNESS” @ MARY C!

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August 22 – November 22

Art exhibition featuring the paintings of Steve Shepard, whose work reflects a lifetime of experience in the natural world of the northern coast of the Gulf of Mexico, from rivers and swamps to marshes and barrier islands! His work celebrates the natural beauty of the region and its creatures and plants!

WALKING @ SANDHILL CRANE!

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 SATURDAYS!

Enjoy nature at its best with a walk through the Wet Pine Savannah! Enjoy blooming pitcher plants and butterworts, migrating songbirds and all sorts of spring activities in the woods! Join a guide as you identify the plants and animals of the piney woods, savannah and the bayou on these short (about 1 hour & less than 1 mile) walks! No Registration Required!

16th ANNUAL FALL-DE-RAH

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October 1 – January 6

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!"

OCEAN SPRINGS' FESTIVE FALL MAKEOVER

October 2 - November 26

Boutiques, galleries, and restaurants decorate with grass scarecrows, colorful pumpkins, autumn leaves, and spooky scenes in traditional fall décor!  Don't miss these awesome Fall displays!  Hosted by The Ocean Springs Chamber of Commerce-Main Street-Tourism Bureau!

SATURDAY ART MARKET @ THE MARY C!

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FIRST SATURDAY MONTHLY!

Enjoy an open-air market where you can view, browse, & shop for art, pottery, sculpture and more...from artists all across the coast!

AMONG THE ANIMALS: MISSISSIPPI

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October 15 - January 3

An engaging exhibit that introduces visitors to the wild wonders of Mississippi featuring photography of Stephen Kirkpatrick's, an award-winning wildlife photographer. Discover through his works the sometimes hidden world of the animals that live all around us. Location: Walter Anderson Museum of Art,

THE VIRTUAL TRAVELS OF TWO SOUL SISTERS!

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October 16 - December 23

An art exhibit featuring paintings, mixed media, pottery, photography, and jewelry all influenced by the travels of Carole Marie Stuart & Linda Saxon Nix! 

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!

CLASSES @ MARY C

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CLASSES @ MARY C

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.

THE SEA EXPLORERS CLUB @ IMMS

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SATURDAYS

The Institute for Marine Mammal Studies (IMMS) offers Saturday classes that explore a variety of marine-themed topics and activities. Participants earn a "Passport to Adventure" and certificate for completion of each activity. The Sea Explorers Club is a great way to learn about the marine environment while having a great time! The Institute for Marine Mammal Studies is a non-profit organization dedicated to the understanding of marine life through research, education, conservation, and innovation. Registration required. Call for complete details, time & dates.
Topics include:
• Secrets of Scuba
• All about Fish
• Aquarium 101
• Careers with Fins & Flippers

FALL CRANE TOURS!

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WEDNESDAYS & SATURDAYS!

The Mississippi Sandhill Crane National Wildlife Refuge offers an excellent place to come & observe wildlife! Due to the sensitivity of both the endangered cranes and the wet pine savanna, visitors are asked to stay in designated open areas. The tours are first come/first serve and RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED! Wear warm clothing and comfortable shoes. Binoculars and scopes are available. The tours are geared towards viewing the endangered cranes, but they are classified as extremely rare birds, so sightings are not guaranteed. The tour is approximately 2 hours.