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UPCOMING EVENTS
The ‘ dog days of summer ’ may be coming to an end , but the fun is not over . Make the most of cooler days with these local events .
August
Movies at The MAX :
Bruce Almighty
Friday , Aug . 13 , from 7:30-10 p . m .
How often do we complain about life ? Join us as we finish this summer ’ s film series with the official voice of God , Morgan Freeman . After complaining to God about doing a terrible job , Bruce Nolan , played by Jim Carey , is given the chance to be God . Nolan is given almighty powers for a week and learns how difficult it actually is to run the world . Rated PG-13 , 1 hour 41 minutes . Bring a lawn chair or a blanket and enjoy the film from the courtyard and lawn . Free and open to the public .
The MAX Brown Bag Lunch Concert : David
Dunavent
Thursday , Aug . 19 , from 11:30 a . m . -1 p . m .
David Dunavent is a hard-hitting blues rock musician hailing from the heart of the Mississippi Delta . He has played alongside blues legends like Bill “ Howl ’ n Madd ” Perry , James “ Super Chickan ” Johnson , current blues sensation Jarekus Singleton , and many more before striking out on his own . Influenced by these greats , and incorporating a mixture of Delta , Texas , and Chicago blues , David Dunavent has set out to blaze a new trail for the blues in Mississippi and beyond . Join him live at The MAX for a high energy , crowd pleasing afternoon show . Free and open to the public .
Meridian Little Theatre Dinner
Theatre
“ Murder on the Menu Thursday- Saturday , Aug . 19-21 ; doors open at 6 p . m ., show starts at 6:30 p . m . 4334 Highway 39 North Tickets : $ 45 ; includes three-course meal . To reserve tickets or for more information : 601-482-6371
The MAX Blues Series :
Lonn ’ e George
Friday , Aug . 27 , from 6-9 p . m .
Next up in the Blues Series is McComb native Lonn ’ e George . After leaving the Air Force ( where he met and played with Duke Ellington ), Lonn ’ e moved to Los Angeles and formed The Promotia Band , opening for James Brown . He returned to Mississippi in 2003 and has since performed with his own band , Lonn ’ e George and Flash , and the Blue Monday Band . Lonn ’ e does not restrict himself to playing blues , he also plays jazz
and other forms of music . Free refreshments , cash bar . $ 20 Nonmembers | Free for Members .
Queen City Paddle
Heat Stroke
Saturday , Aug . 21 , from 8 a . m . - noon Bonita Lakes
Meridian ’ s second annual full paddling event . Compete and have fun with fellow paddlers in a laidback setting on a beautiful city lake with NO boat traffic while benefiting Hope Village for Children .
Ideal for folks of all athletic abilities , from beginners to accomplished paddlers . Most human-powered paddled craft are welcome ( SUP , Kayak , Canoe ) and participants may choose between a 3- or 6-mile course . We also have a short-distance fun race for kids and kids-at-heart ; so bring your families and friends along .
Awards for top finishers of each class . T-shirts , goodies , and food for all participants .
For more information , contact Jonathan Dickerson at 601-207- 2288 or queencitypaddle @ gmail . com
MSU Riley Center : Todd Tilghman and
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Saturday , Aug . 21 , 7:30 p . m ., Tickets : $ 20 to $ 60
Meridian ’ s own Todd Tilghman will kick off the season with help
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