UPCOMING EVENTS the world for the Greatest Show and Tell on Earth . Maker Faire Meridian is a family-friendly event that gives everyone an opportunity for conversations with Makers — crafters , educators , tinkerers , hobbyists , engineers , science clubs , authors , artists , students , inventors , photographers , tech enthusiasts , and entrepreneurs .
Everyone comes together to show their projects and to talk about what they have learned . This experience inspires everyone to become a Maker and connects people with projects in their community . Yet , Maker Faire is a “ fair ” – fun , engaging and exciting . It is held at historic Soule ’ Steam Works — where the past , present and future can be imagined . There will be great activities for all ages . Hosted at historic Soule ’ Steam Feed Works .
For more information , contact Greg Hatcher at 601- 693-9905 or visit the website http :// www . makerfairemeridian . com
The MAX … Bus Trip : Greenwood
April 7-April 8
Join in on an overnight trip to “ The Cotton Capital of the World ,” Greenwood !
You ’ ll stay at the luxurious Alluvian Hotel and Spa , enjoy a guided tour of The Help film locations , dinner at the Viking Cooking School right across the street , with time to spare to explore downtown and have lunch on your own . After breakfast at the Alluvian , visit the Museum of the Mississippi Delta and stop at The Crystal Grill for lunch before returning to Meridian .
Ages 18 and up . Reservations required by March 1 . Limited seating . $ 375 , , embers ; $ 400 , non-members .
Meridian Symphony Orchestra :
Beethoven Lives Upstairs
Sunday , April 10 , 3 p . m .
The world-famous production of Beethoven Lives Upstairs features a lively exchange of letters between young Christoph and his uncle . Their subject : the “ madman ” who has moved into the upstairs apartment of Christoph ’ s home in Vienna . Through a touching correspondence , dramatically underscored with the composer ’ s most beautiful excerpts , Christoph slowly comes to understand the genius of Beethoven and the beauty of his music . You will be captivated by more than 25 excerpts of Beethoven ’ s music , including the Moonlight Sonata , Für Elise , and the great Fifth and Ninth Symphonies . The music is magically woven into the drama as two actors share anecdotes and observations based on true incidents from the composer ’ s life . Presenting history , drama , music , and fun , this engaging concert is an ideal experience for families of all ages .
The MAX : Sip & Savor Food &
Drink Experience
Saturday , April 23 , 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm CDT 2155 Front St .
Sip on cold beer , fine wine , and craft cocktails . Savor irresistible bites from the South ’ s top chefs . Experience the culinary tradition of the South like you never have before .
This spring , The MAX will be the home to 20 award-winning Southern chefs , and Mississippi ’ s most popular brewers and distillers . Sample a tasting menu and specialty cocktails created on the spot by these culinary masters , meet the titans of the Southern food scene , and enjoy live music by incredible Mississippi talent . You can chat with them and check out their techniques as they turn Mississippi-sourced ingredients into mini-masterpieces . Best of all , you get to eat the results !
Adults ( 21 +): members , $ 65 ; non-members , $ 75 ; Youth ( 6 – 20 ): members , $ 15 ; non-members , $ 20 ; Children 5 and under , Free .
Made possible by grants from Visit Mississippi and Visit Meridian
For more information and to purchase tickets , visit sippandsavor . com
May
Meridian Symphony Orchestra :
Charcuterie & Champagne
Sunday , May 1 , ( time TBA ) Tickets : $ 50 single ; $ 85 couple
An intimate and unique musical experience featuring an afternoon of local culinary favorites and entertainment by award-winning Mississippi musicians , Duo Cintemani , at the home of Mrs . Dottye Graham . Limited seating available .
Meridian Symphony Orchestra : Mozart & More featuring Kristen Johnson Gunn , soprano , Melissa Gerdes , mezzo , Dan Gerdes , tenor ,
& Corey McKern , baritone
Saturday , May 7 , at 7 pm
The MSO concludes its Symphony Series with the magnificent Mozart ’ s Requiem , his final composition . It is a choral masterpiece whose genesis is shrouded in mystery – one that makes the piece all the more fascinating and emotionally stirring . The Meridian Symphony Chorus and Meridian ’ s own , Kristen Johnson Gunn , will present this monumental work that will stretch your ears , stir your hearts , and provide a musically stunning experience for both artists and audience . Our Season Finale is sure to be nothing short of spectacular . Be sure to join us in the Grand Lobby for the red carpet reception following the performance . Meridian sounds memorable !
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