jfpevents JFP-SPONSORED EVENTS Radio JFP on WLEZ, Thursdays from noon-1 p.m., 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. This week’s guest is Michael Harris of the Jackson Business Accelerator Collaboration. JFP sports writer Bryan Flynn gives commentary at 12:45 p.m. Listen to podcasts of all shows at jfpradio.com. Free; call 601-362-6121, ext. 17. Red, White and Jackson June 30. From 11 a.m1 p.m. at Smith Park (302 Amite St.), enjoy free food and music by Faze 4. From 7-9 p.m. at the Old Capitol Green (100 S. State St.), come for tours of the Old Capitol Museum, crafts, space jumps, food from local vendors, entertainment from the First Baptist Church of Jackson, a reptile exhibit and fireworks. Free; call 601-948-7575. Sun Salutation Training Sessions July 6-30. Learn to do sun salutations in preparation for the Yoga for Non-violence fundraiser for the Center for Violence Prevention Aug. 6. Participating yoga studios include Mat Work Yoga and Pilates Club (408 Monroe St., Clinton, 601-624-6356), Butterfly Yoga (3025 N. State St., 601-594-2313), Northeast YMCA (5062 Interstate 55 N., 601-7093760), StudiOm Yoga (665 Duling Ave., 601-2096325) and Joyflow Yoga (7048 Old Canton Road, 601-613-4317). Times vary; call for details. Free; call 601-500-0337 or 601-932-4198. Fabulous Fondren Freedom Fest July 7, 5-8 p.m. The patriotic edition of Fondren After 5 includes a children’s carnival and parade at Duling Green (Old Canton Road and Duling Ave.), space jumps, music and dining. Free; call 601-981-9606. An Evening with Zac Harmon July 7, 7 p.m., at Jackson State University (1400 John R. Lynch St.), in the F.D. Hall Music Center Auditorium. The bluesman performs in honor of the late Margaret Walker’s birthday. Proceeds benefit the Margaret Walker Center. $30; call 601-979-2055.
Thursday, July 2
Ladies Night
Ladies drink free until midnight well drinks only Guys drink 2-4-1 well drinks and domestic beer until 10:00
Friday & Saturday, July 3-4
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Seventh Annual JFP Chick Ball July 9, 6 p.m., at Hal & Mal’s (200 S. Commerce St.). This fundraising event benefits the Center for Violence Prevention’s programs in nearby rural areas. For ages 18 and up. Seeking sponsors, auction donations and volunteers now. More details: jfpchickball.com and follow on Twitter @jfpchickball. Get involved, volunteer, donate art, money and gifts at chickball@ jacksonfreepress.com. Be a sponsor for as low as $50. $5; call 601-362-6121, ext. 16.
HOLIDAY Mississippi Championship Hot Air Balloon Fest, at Historic Canton Square June 30, Northpark Mall (1200 E. County Line Road, Ridgeland) July 1 and Canton Multipurpose Complex (501 Soldier Colony Road) July 2-3. The event includes three competitive balloon races, a special shape fiesta, balloon glows, fireworks displays, children’s activities, food and entertainment. Darryl Worley performs at Northpark Mall July 1. Proceeds benefit the Good Samaritan Center. Visit ballooncanton.com for a schedule. Free admission; call 601-859-4358.
June 29 - July 5, 2011
Fourth of July Celebration July 2, 10 a.m., at Mississippi Craft Center (950 Rice Road, Ridgeland). Enjoy a picnic, craft demonstrations and displays. The Mississippi band of Choctaw Indians dance and play stickball. Hamburgers and hot dogs sold. Free; call 601-856-7546.
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Independence Day Showdown: Battle of the Bands July 2, 6 p.m., at Newell Field (Riverside Dr.). Marching bands from throughout the south compete. $12; call Ticketmaster at 800-745-3000.
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Stunna Saturday Fourth of July Kickoff July 2, 9 p.m., at Freelon’s Bar & Groove (440 N. Mill St.). Birdman hosts the holiday party, which includes music from DJs T. Lewis, Unpredictable and Jonasty. Call 601-502-6884 or 601-624-2835.
Watermelon Classic July 4, 7:30 a.m., at Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame and Museum (1152 Lakeland Drive). The annual race includes a 5K run, a 5K walk, a one-mile wellness run and a Tot Trot for children ages 3 and under. Watermelon served after the race. Proceeds benefit the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame and Museum. Register by July 1. $25 5K, $18 one-mile, free Tot Trot; call 601-982-8264. Fourth of July Parade July 4, 10 a.m., at Broadmeadow United Methodist Church (4419 Broadmeadow Drive). Broadmeadow Neighborhood Association hosts the event with a luau theme. Costumes encouraged. Visit topoffondren.com.
COMMUNITY Senior Toning Class June 29, 10 a.m., at Jackson Medical Mall (350 W. Woodrow Wilson Ave.), at Center Stage. Seniors have an opportunity to get in shape and have fun while doing it. Tougaloo College is the sponsor. Free; call 601-977-6137. “History Is Lunch” June 29, noon, at William F. Winter Archives and History Building (200 North St.). Sportswriter Rick Cleveland and baseball legend Boo Ferriss talk about baseball and Cleveland’s biography of Ferriss, “Boo: A Life in Baseball, Well Lived.” Bring lunch; coffee/water provided. Free; call 601-576-6998. Downtown at Dusk: The Double Decker Downtown Event June 30, 5 p.m., at Old Capitol Green (South State St.). The Community Foundation of Greater Jackson is the host. The event includes food for sale and music by Los Papis. Free admission, $5 food, $2 beer, $1 water and soda; call 601-3539800 or 601-326-7610. Robinson-Watson Book Company Honors Program June 30, reception at 6 p.m. and dinner at 7 p.m., at Mississippi e-Center (1230 Raymond Road). The event is an opportunity to network with and honor area businesses and individuals. U.S. Congressman Bennie Thompson is the guest speaker. Reserved tables for 10 available. $30; call 601-622-3728. LGBT Support Group for Youth/Young Adults June 30, 6:30 p.m., at A Brave New Day (Fondren Corner, 2906 N. State St., Suite 204). Rise Above for Youth welcomes young adults age 14-24 to connect with others and to share experiences and resources. The meeting is held the last Thursday of each month. Free; call 601-922-4968. Events at Jackson Zoo (2918 W. Capitol St.). Summer hours are 8 a.m. 4 p.m. daily. $9, $8.20 seniors, $6 children ages 2-12, members and babies free; call 601-352-2580. • Splash and Slide July 1-Aug. 7. Children can enjoy inflatable water slides and story time in addition to the zoo. • Story Time Tuesday July 5, 10 a.m., at Jackson Zoo (2918 W. Capitol St.). A local celebrity comes to the zoo to read an animal story. Afterward, the kids get to do a related craft project or have an animal encounter. Battle of the Ribs July 2, at Burgers & Blues (1060 E. County Line Road, Ridgeland). Contestants compete in a baby back rib-grilling challenge, and judging is at 4 p.m. Prizes range from a Coors Light grill to $750. Open to the public; for ages 21 and up. $40 registration fee; call 601-899-0038. Art and Antique Walk July 2, 5 p.m., at Historic Canton Square. Take a stroll back in time to enjoy the square, local artisans, craftsmen and musicians. This month’s theme is “Up, Up and Away on Canton Square.” Free; call 800-844-3369. Burn the Dance Floor July 2, at Salsa Mississippi Studio and Club (605 Duling Ave.). Enjoy ballroom dancing from 7-9 p.m., a free salsa class at 9 p.m. and a salsa party from 10 p.m.-2 a.m. $10, $5 with college ID; call 601-213-6355. Small Business Administration Loan Clinic July 5, 4:30 p.m., at Regions Plaza (210 E. Capitol
St.), in the SBA Conference Room, 10th floor. Learn about SBA products used to guaranty loans and the approved and participating lenders in the area. Space limited; registration required. Free; call 601-965-4378, ext. 10 or 11. Hip-hop Summit Volunteer Briefing and Summer Kick-off July 6, 6 p.m. Facilitators discuss expectations, responsibilities and roles for the July 8-9 event. Register by July 1; location details given after registration. Call 601-354-3408. JPS Summer Feeding Program through July 15. The JPS Food Service Department serves meals to youth ages 18 and younger at 11 a.m. weekdays, excluding July 4, at 13 JPS schools. Call for a list of locations. Free; call 601-960-8911. Summer Feeding Program through July 28, at Kingdom Faith Ministry (1036 S. McRaven Road). The program for ages 18 and younger includes breakfast at 8 a.m. and lunch at 11 a.m. on weekdays, excluding July 4. Free; call 601-922-1155. Jackson Inner-city Gardeners Call for Volunteers through Aug. 30. JIG needs volunteers to help maintain plots and harvest vegetables. The produce is donated to help feed the homeless and elderly and is sold to the community at affordable prices. The garden is at the corner of West Northside Drive and Medgar Evers Blvd. beside the BP gas station. Volunteers can help Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30-7:30 p.m., and Saturdays from 8-11 a.m. JIG sells produce at the garden Saturdays from 8:30 a.m.-noon. Call 601-924-3539.
FARMERS MARKETS Jackson Square Farmers Market July 2-Sept. 25, at Jackson Square Promenade (2460 Terry Road). Vendors sell food, clothing, crafts and other items in the parking lot. Hours are 9 a.m.-2 p.m. SaturdaySunday through Sept. 25. Free admission, $5-$10 vendor fee; call 601-372-7157. Byram Farmers Market (20 Willow Creek Lane, Byram) through Oct. 29. The market is open Monday-Saturday from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Products include fresh produce, wildflower honey, roasted peanuts, jams, jellies, birdhouses, baskets and gourds for crafting. Call 601-373-4545. Mississippi Farmers Market (929 High St.) through Dec. 17. The market is open 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays. Call 601-354-6573. Jackson Roadmap to Health Equity Project’s Farmers Market (2548 Livingston Road) through Dec. 17. Buy from a wide selection of fresh produce provided by participating local farmers. WIC vouchers accepted. Hours are 9-6 p.m. on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Call 601-987-6783. Old Fannin Road Farmers Market (1307 Old Fannin Road, Brandon) through Dec. 24. Farmers sell homegrown produce Monday-Saturday from 8 a.m.-7 p.m. and noon-6 p.m. Sunday. Call 601919-1690.
STAGE AND SCREEN “Simon Boccanegra” June 29, 6:30 p.m., at Tinseltown (411 Riverwind Drive, Pearl). The Metropolitan Opera’s production of Verdi’s classic opera is part of the Live in HD Summer Encores movie series. $14, $13 seniors and students, $12 children; call 601-936-5856. Events at Russell C. Davis Planetarium (201 E. Pascagoula St.). • Art House Cinema Downtown July 3. “Cave of Forgotten Dreams” shows at 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. Popcorn and beverages served. $7 per screening; visit msfilm.org. • “Hurricane on the Bayou” Mega-HD Cinema through July 31. The film explores the Louisiana wetlands, the effects of Hurricane Katrina, and the efforts to restore New Orleans and the bayou. Show times are noon weekdays and 4 p.m. Satur-