EVENTS
Alabama and reward their efforts . This competition and exhibition is open to all artists who are current or past residents of Mississippi or Alabama .
MAXCreates : Abstract Art
Tuesday , Aug . 2 , from 5:30-7 p . m . The MAX , Downtown Meridian
Participants will experiment with abstract art . Abstract art is defined as “ art that does not attempt to represent external reality , but seeks to achieve its effect using shapes , forms , colors , and textures .”
Geared to youth ages 10-15 , MAXCreates are monthly artbased workshops which promote developing friendships , exploring new art forms , and learning more about Mississippi artists .
Free program .; registration required . For more information , contact Kasey Mosley at 601-581-1550 , Ext . 23 or kasey @ msarts . org
Earth ’ s Bounty
Saturday , Aug . 6 , from 8 a . m . -Noon Singing Brakeman Park , 1701 Front St .
Meridian ’ s early-morning-to-midday event features local vendors showcasing the best in locally made and grown products . Locally made products include fresh bread , homemade butter , jellies , jams , cakes , pies , local honey , goat milk cheese and ice cream . A wide arrange of seasonal produce sold by area farmers include tomatoes , onions , sweet peppers , hot peppers , eggplant , corn , peas , butter beans , squash and zucchini , plus more . Entertainment , plants and more are other features of the day event .
Earth ’ s Bounty is held the first Saturday of the month , from April to November — rain or shine . Sponsored by Greater Meridian Health Clinic , the city of Meridian , Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce , Robert Barham Family Funeral Home , The MAX , Visit Meridian , the Mississippi State University Extension Service , Meridian Main Street and Mississippi Power .
MLT Teen Division ’ s presentation of “ Into
the Woods ”
Aug . 13 and 15 , 7-8:30 p . m .; Aug . 14 , 2-5 p . m . Meridian Little Theatre 4334 Mississippi Highway 39 North
Meridian Little Theatre ’ s teen division Front & Center will perform Stephen Sondheim ’ s magical “ Into the Woods . This epic adventure musical incorporates plots and characters of several Brothers Grimm fairy tales and features music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and a book by James Lapine .
INTO THE WOODS is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International ( MTI ).
ThirdThursday in Downtown
Thursday , Aug . 18 , from 5-8 p . m . Dumont Plaza
This spring to fall downtown Meridian event is held the third Thursday of the month , at Dumont Plaza in Downtown Meridian . The evening features live music , art exhibitors , food trucks and
www . meridianstar . com beverages . For more information , call 601-693-2787 .
Brown Bag Lunch featuring Tyler Tisdale
Thursday , Aug . 18 , from 11:30 a . m . -1 p . m . The MAX , Downtown Meridian
Tyler Tisdale is a singer / songwriter from Hattiesburg whose solo debut “ If It ’ s All The Same to You ” was released in mid-May and features the songs “ She ’ s The One ,” “ Nighthawsks ” as well as a title cut .
For a unique experience , bring your lunch and a friend or two to The MAX courtyard and enjoy live music . Free and open to the public .
CowKids Youth Rodeo
Saturday , Aug , 27 , All-day event Lauderdale County Agri-Center
Cowkids Youth Rodeo , Inc . is a ministry based , non profit organization set out to provide youth with the best opportunity to transform into responsible adults through participating in the sport of rodeo , and all it has to offer at an affordable cost . For more info : cowkidsyouthrodeo @ gmail . com
September
Earth ’ s Bounty
Saturday , Sept . 3 , from 8 a . m . -Noon Singing Brakeman Park , 1701 Front St .
Locally made products include fresh bread , homemade butter , jellies , jams , cakes , pies , local honey , goat milk cheese and ice cream . A wide arrange of seasonal produce sold by area farmers include tomatoes , onions , sweet peppers , hot peppers , eggplant , corn , peas , butter beans , squash and zucchini , plus more . Entertainment , plants and more are other features of the day event .
Fork & Fete
Dine the Delta with Chefs David Crews and Ms . Mary Friday , Sept . 9 , from 6-9 p . m . The MAX , Downtown Meridian $ 45 , Members ; $ 55 Non-Members ( advance tickets )
Fork and Fete is a fundraiser for the Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience ( The MAX ) Success Programs featuring the culinary delights of award winning Chefs David Crews and Ms . Mary . Guests will enjoy an upscale soul food menu paired with a great live music . More details coming soon !
The Success Program is a week-long immersive program for Mississippi High School juniors and seniors . Each student is nominated by their teachers and selected by committee to receive a once-in-a lifetime opportunity to learn from celebrities and industry professionals how to navigate their chosen creative industry , as well as help these young people hone their talents in the areas of music and writing .
• 41