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Valentine’s Date Night Feb. 4, at circa. (2771 Old Canton Road). Artist Christy Henderson debuts her exhibit of intriguing abstracts and love-themed works. With artisan-made gifts and a scent bar, you’re sure to find a perfect Valentine’s gift for someone special and yourself. Free admission; e-mail shannon@jacksonfreepress.com. Ignite the Night Gala Feb. 12, 7:30 p.m., at Mississippi Children’s Museum (2145 Highland Drive). The event includes interactive exhibits such as the Mississippi Climbing Map, food, cocktails and prize giveaways. Choose an outfit from the costume closet and have your picture taken as a memento. $100; call 601-981-5469 or 877-793-KIDS. Mississippi Happening ongoing. The monthly broadcast is hosted by Guaqueta Productions and features a special musical guest. Download free podcasts at mississippihappening.com.
Community Export Finance and Incoterms Seminar Jan. 19, 8:30 a.m., at Mississippi World Trade Center (175 E. Capitol St., Suite 255). The seminar will introduce key provisions of Incoterms 2010, the standard used worldwide for contracts for the sale and shipment of goods. Participants receive a free copy of the Incoterms 2010 reference guide, a $60 value. $75; call 601-353-0909. Blood Pressure Checks for Seniors Jan. 19, 10:30 a.m., at Golden Key Multi-purpose Senior Center (3450 Albermarle Road). The City of Jackson’s Department of Human and Cultural Services and the staff of St. Dominic Health Service’s Care-A-Van outreach program provide blood pressure checks and glaucoma awareness information to qualifying individuals aged 55 or older living within the Jackson city limits. Free; call 601-960-0335. “History Is Lunch” Jan. 19, noon, at William F. Winter Archives and History Building (200 North St.). Historian Walter G. Howell talks about dueling, including the most celebrated duel of Clinton. Bring a lunch; coffee/water provided. Free; call 601576-6850. Mississippi Health Awareness Day Jan. 20, 10 a.m., at Jackson Medical Mall (350 W. Woodrow Wilson Ave.). The day is geared toward promoting healthy living and providing disease prevention. Activities include health screenings, workshops, seminars and other preventative health activities. The “March from Obesity” at 9 a.m. from the Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium (2531 N. State St.) to the medical mall precedes the event. Free; call 601-487-8269 or 601-982-8467. Ridgeland Rendezvous Jan. 20, 5 p.m. View artwork by Southern artists and enjoy food, fun and atmosphere at Ridgeland’s galleries, restaurants and shopping centers. Visit visitridgeland.com. Precinct 3 COPS Meeting Jan. 20, 6 p.m., at Jackson Police Department, Precinct 3 (3925 W. Northside Drive). These monthly forums are designed to help resolve community issues or problems, from crime to potholes. Call 601-960-0003. “Winter Stoneflies, The Coolest Bugs in Town” Jan. 20, 7 p.m., at Clinton Community Nature Center (617 Dunton Road, Clinton). In Price Hall. Dr. Bill Stark is the speaker. Learn more about these small, dark insects that locate mates, lay eggs and move around actively during the coldest periods of the year. Free; call 601-926-1104. Heart Beats of Jackson Health Fair Jan. 22, 8 a.m., at Mississippi Trade Mart (1200 Mississippi St.).
Mississippi Neurosurgical Society Conference Jan. 21-22, at Hilton Jackson (1001 E. County Line Road). The annual meeting offers professionals continuing educational opportunities, mainly topics regarding the spine. You must be a physician or nurse to attend. Free; call 601-815-1617. National Migration Week Festival Jan. 21, noon, at Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum (1150 Lakeland Drive). Catholic Charities is the sponsor. From noon-5 p.m., enjoy food from around the world, country displays and cultural performances. The international beer tasting with live music is from 4-8 p.m. Free admission, $10 beer tasting; call 601-948-2635. World Revolution 2011 Jan. 21-22, at Making Jesus Real Church (422 Riverwind Drive, Pearl). Revolution for Life and Youth Against Crime is the host. The event is designed to provide a platform for local youth to voice their issues and brainstorm to develop innovative, effective strategies to solve community issues. The opening concert Jan. 21 at 6:30 p.m. is open to all ages. The youth session and rally Jan. 22 at 9 a.m. is for youth ages 11 and up. Special guests include Vernon Moore and Jiafom, Safe in Shekinah, Something Positive, Shanda Steele and more. Free; call 601-291-0204. Diabetes Foundation of Mississippi Super Conference Jan. 22, 8 a.m., at Marriott Hotel (200 E. Amite St.). The event is for people with diabetes and their family, friends and health-care providers. Speakers include Dr. Ann Albright, Chef Luis Bruno and Dr. Herman Taylor. Group discounts available. Cost includes lunch. Limited Space. $25, $40 for two, $10 children 12 and under; call 601957-7878 or 877-DFM-CURE. Statewide Black History Celebration Jan. 22. The 9 a.m. program at Jackson State University, Rose E. McCoy Auditorium (1400 John R. Lynch St.) includes a keynote address by former Gov. William Winter and performances by local artists such as Ballet Magnificat!, the Jim Hill High School Choir and the Mississippi School of the Arts Chorale. The International African Ball at 7 p.m. at the Jackson Convention Complex (105 E. Pascagoula St.) includes dinner, music by saxophonist Dr. Russell Thomas and recognition of key persons and places. The honoree of the night is Dr. Alferdteen Harrison. Tickets available at BeBop, the Coliseum Box Office and New Horizons Bookstore. Free 9 a.m. program, $50 ball; call 601-813-5045. Jackson Roller Disco Jan. 22, 10 p.m., at Funtime Skateland (931 Highway 80 W., Clinton). Join local deejays Young Venom and Scrap Dirty, and Hot & Lonely as they spin disco, electro-funk, old school and house music at the skating party. ’70s and ’80s costumes strongly encouraged. For ages 21 and up. $12 (includes skate rental); call 415-425-9291. The Premier Bridal Show: Weddings & Celebrations Jan. 23, noon, at Jackson Convention Complex (105 E. Pascagoula St.). Mississippi’s top wedding professionals will be available for consultations. The event includes door prizes, a New York-style fashion show and samples. $22 in advance, $25 at the door; call 601-957-1050. Pastor Installation Jan. 23, 3 p.m., at Jackson State University, Rose E. McCoy Auditorium (1400 John R. Lynch St.). Dr. Michael T. Williams will be formally installed as the 14th pastor of College Hill Missionary Baptist Church. Williams is a native of Greenville and a graduate of Mississippi State University and Andersonville Theological Seminary in Camilla, Ga. Call 601-922-8890 or 601-988-8054. Book Buddy Volunteer Training Jan. 24, 2:30 p.m., at Boyd Elementary School (4531
Album Releases This Week Greg Allman “Low Country Blues,” Andre Nickatina & The Jacka “My Middle Name is Crime,” Ian Axel “This is the New Year,” Braids “Native Speaker,” The Decemberists “The King is Dead,” Steve Lukather “All’s Well that Ends Well,” Lady Lazarus “Mantic,” Keak Da Sneak, P.S.D. That Drivah & Messy Marv “Da Bidness Pt. 2,” Neon Quartet “Catch Me,” Robert Pollard “Space City Kicks,” The Script “Science & Faith,” Shilipa Ray and Her Happy Hookers “Teenage and Torture,” Madlib “Madlib Medicine Show No. 11: low Budget High Fi Music,” Smith Westerns “Dye it Blonde,” Social Distortion “Hard Times and Nursery Rhymes,” Tennis “Cape Dory,” Young Prisms “Friends for Now,” IMAKEMADBEATS “IMAKEMADBEATS” Broadmeadow St.). The program aims to help children progress in school. Rebecca Starling of Jackson Public Schools is the instructor. E-mail dhanson5@aol.com. Monday Night Football Mixer Jan. 24, 7 p.m., at Dreamz Jxn (426 W. Capitol St.). Watch football on the big screen TV and enjoy burgers, wings and drinks. Wrestling fans can watch WWE in the VIP Lounge. Free admission; call 601-979-3994. Health-care Reform Forum Jan. 25, 8 a.m., at Mississippi Center for Nonprofits (921 N. President St., Suite C). Attendees will learn about the health-care reform bill and expectations of employers regarding health insurance. Other topics include group insurance, information about a insurance product that MCN is offering and payroll-tax reductions for employees. $60, $35 members; call 601-968-0061. For Health’s Sake: It’s Time for You Jan. 25, 11:45 a.m., at Baptist Medical Center (1225 N. State St.), in Baptist for Women. Join OB/GYN Dr. Amanda Nicols to find out the key things you can do to protect and maintain your health. Registration is required. $5 optional lunch; call 601-948-6262 or 800-948-6262. Americana Night Jan. 25, 5 p.m., at Broad Street (4465 Interstate 55 N.). Enjoy specialty food and drinks including the Front Porch Swing, and music by The Hustlers. Reservations recommended. $24 in advance, $26 at the door; call 601-362-2900. Jackson Audubon Society Monthly Chapter Meeting Jan. 25, 6:30 p.m., at Eudora Welty Library (300 N. State St.). Sean Sullivan, co-chair of the Sierra Club Borderlands Team, discusses the impact of the U.S.-Mexico border fence on wildlife. Open to the public. Free; call 601-956-7444. Friendship Ball Honoree Call for Nominations through Jan. 28. Jackson 2000 is seeking nominations for Friendship Ball honorees for 2011. Individuals nominated must be involved in building bridges among races in the community and must promote racial harmony in their personal and professional lives. The deadline for submissions is Jan. 28. The Friendship Ball will be held March 5. E-mail todd@jacksonfreepress.com.
Stage and Screen “Fast Food” Auditions Jan. 21-22, 6 p.m., at Vicksburg Theatre Guild/Parkside Playhouse (101 Iowa Blvd., Vicksburg). Productions dates are April 29-30, May 1 and May 6-8. Call 601-636-0471. Arthouse Cinema Downtown, Jan. 21-22, at Russell C. Davis Planetarium (201 E. Pascagoula St.). Films include “White Material,” “The Rise and Fall of Eliot Spitzer” and “Waste Land.” The Mississippi Film Institute is the sponsor; visit msfilm.org for show times. $9 per film; call 601-665-7737. “All Shook Up” Jan. 21, 7 p.m., at Vicksburg Auditorium (901 Monroe St., Vicksburg). The play with 24 Elvis songs tells of a small-town girl who dreams of the road, and the guitar-playing roustabout who brings excitement into her life. Tickets available at Ticketmaster and BeBop. $27.75$58.25; call 601-630-2929 or 800-745-3000.
Jackson Jewish Film Festival Jan. 22-25, at Millsaps College, Ford Academic Complex (1701 N. State St.). Films include “Ajami” Jan. 22 at 7 p.m., “Where I Stand: The Hank Greenspun Story” Jan. 23 at 2 p.m., “The Secrets” Jan. 24 at 7 p.m. and “For My Father” Jan. 25 at 7 p.m. Sponsors include Beth Israel Congregation, the Millsaps College Jewish Culture Organization, Jewish Cinema South, Goldring and the Woldenberg Institute of Southern Jewish Life. $12, $5 students, $40 festival pass, $150 patron pass; call 601-956-6215. Laugh Out Loud Gospel Celebration Jan. 22, 7:30 p.m., at Thalia Mara Hall (255 E. Pascagoula St.). David and Tamela Mann portray Mr. Brown and Cora in the TBS sitcom “Meet the Browns.” Tickets available at all Ticketmaster outlets. $32.70, $37.85; call 800-745-3000. Verdi’s “La Traviata” Jan. 23, 2 p.m., at Russell C. Davis Planetarium (201 E. Pascagoula St.). The film from La Scala is presented by the Mississippi Opera and the Mississippi Film Institute. $16; call 601-960-2300. “The 39 Steps” Jan. 25-Feb 6, at New Stage Theatre (1100 Carlisle St.). Written by Alfred Hitchcock and adapted by Peter Parlow, the comedy play is about a man on the run after being accused of murdering a spy. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Jan. 25-29 and Feb. 2–5, and 2 p.m. Jan. 30 and Feb. 6. $25, $22 students/seniors; call 601-948-3533. Crossroads Music Video Showcase Call for Entries through Feb. 1. Musicians or filmmakers in or near Mississippi are eligible to participate. All music videos are due by 11:59 p.m. Feb. 1. Each music video selected for inclusion by the screening committee in the Crossroads Film Festival in April will receive tickets to the Music Video Showcase (one for the director and one for each band member). Please submit a separate entry form for each video. Free entry; visit crossroadsfilmfestival.com.
Music Alumni Recital Jan. 20, 7:30 p.m., at Belhaven University Center for the Arts (835 Riverside Dr.). This program of Bach, Beethoven, Bernstein, Mendelssohn and Liszt is the culmination of Sarah Sachs’ work at USM where she is completing her master’s of music in piano performance. Free; call 601-965-7044. Shelby Lynne Jan. 21, 7:30 p.m., at MSU Riley Center (2200 5th St., Meridian). Touted for being as tenacious and tough as she is talented, the Alabama native distinctively blends country, soul and rock. A pre-show party will be held at 6 p.m. $42, $36; call 601-696-2200. Emerson String Quartet Jan. 21, 8 p.m., at Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts (100 University Ave., Oxford). Violinists Eugene Drucker and Philip Setzer alternate in the first chair position and are joined by violist Lawrence Dutton and cellist David Finckel. $20, $28; call 662-915-2787.
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Radio JFP on WLEZ ongoing, at WLEZ 100.1 FM and wlezfm.com. Join Donna Ladd and Todd Stauffer every Thursday from noon-1 p.m., where they discuss vital issues and play local music. Listen to podcasts of all shows at jfpradio.com. Free; call 601-362-6121, ext. 17.
Meet with area physicians and medical personnel and have screenings for cardiovascular disease. The fair includes nutrition and healthy-living workshops and guest speakers. Appointments for a free screening will be available to the first 350 individuals who call the Greater Jackson Chamber Partnership office. Free; call 601-948-7575.
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