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“Christmas in the Bay” Returns on Nov. 30th
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"Christmas in the Bay" is a festive celebration in Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, scheduled for November 30, 2024, from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM. This event promises fun for all ages, featuring a Christmas parade, a screening of The Polar Express, photos with Santa, train rides, and a Coca-Cola Christmas truck with music. Attendees can also enjoy a hot chocolate bar, along with popcorn, sodas, and cookies. It’s a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the holiday season with family and friends, making it a memorable occasion for both locals and visitors alike. Don’t miss this joyous event!
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The Sound of the South: Mississippi’s Songbook
SUMMARY: Mississippi is central to America’s musical heritage, originating the blues and shaping gospel, soul, country, rock, and hip-hop. Legends like Robert Johnson, B.B. King, Faith Hill, and contemporary artists reflect Mississippi’s influence across genres. Songs inspired by the state explore its towns, people, struggles, and the Mississippi River, celebrating its rich and complex history. From Delta blues classics to Southern rock, country, pop, and rap, Mississippi remains the heartbeat of American music. The state is rightly known as “The Birthplace of America’s Music,” with hundreds of songs echoing its enduring cultural and musical legacy.
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A Sanctuary in Goodman: The Magic of the Public Library
SUMMARY: In Goodman, Mississippi, the small library housed in a former church transformed under Rachel Floyd’s leadership since 2021. Despite the town’s high poverty and limited opportunities, the library has become a vibrant sanctuary for children. Its unique features, like a spiral staircase leading to a kids’ area and displays of local art, create a welcoming, lively environment. Rachel’s dedication to diverse programs—storytimes, crafts, STEAM clubs—boosted book checkouts from 83 to 823 over three years. More than a library, it is a community hub where children feel valued, inspired, and free to explore, learn, and grow.
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Family of Curious George Creators to Visit de Grummond in Hattiesburg
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The de Grummond Children’s Literature Collection at The University of Southern Mississippi houses the papers of H.A. and Margret Rey, creators of Curious George. From October 23-28, the Rey family visits Hattiesburg for a reunion celebrating their legacy with exhibitions, children’s activities, a musical, and a documentary screening. The Curious George: Original Works on Paper exhibit features rare Rey materials, including original art and letters. The collection, founded by Dr. Lena de Grummond, holds manuscripts of over 1,400 authors and illustrators. The Reys created Curious George during their 1940 flight from France, later publishing the beloved series in New York.
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