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Five Activities to Do Before the End of Summer
SUMMARY: August is Mississippi’s hottest month, but there are fun ways to enjoy summer despite the heat. Start your day with early morning fishing before temperatures rise. Explore the state on road trips, such as the scenic Natchez Trace Parkway. Museums offer cool, enriching indoor experiences, while blueberry picking at farms like Bounds Blueberry Farm in Wiggins lets you enjoy fresh treats. Water parks provide outdoor fun and a way to beat the heat. Remember to stay safe with hydration and health precautions. Embrace these activities to make the most of summer before fall arrives. Share your favorite summer activities on Our Mississippi Home’s Facebook page!
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A Slug’s Life – Slow and Steady
SUMMARY: Slugs, often disliked for their slimy texture and odd shapes, are essentially snails without shells, protected by slime that prevents drying out and aids movement. Known as Pulmonates, they breathe air and thrive in moist habitats, active mainly at night. The Carolina Mantleslug, common in the eastern U.S., lives in woodlands and swamps, feeding on fungi, lichen, and algae rather than plants. They leave distinctive zig-zag feeding marks using a radula, a ribbon-like scraping organ. While some slugs can be garden pests, Mantleslugs are harmless. Watching slugs can be calming, and encouraging children to observe them fosters appreciation for all creatures.
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Pops in the Park Returns October 7
SUMMARY: Partners for the Arts (PFTA) and the University of Southern Mississippi (USM) School of Music present the return of their fall event, Pops in the Park, on October 7 at 6 p.m. at Spirit Park, Southern Miss Hattiesburg campus. Sponsored by Cadence Bank, the free event features the USM Symphonic Winds, conducted by Dr. Travis Higa, with an opening by the USM Jazztet and special guests including voice faculty. Attendees can bring picnic setups, while VIP tickets offer shaded seating, charcuterie, and drinks. Proceeds support USM arts programs, scholarships, and student mentoring through PFTA.
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Curtains Up: Theatre MSU Unveils Season of Classics, Musicals
SUMMARY: Mississippi State University’s Theatre MSU opens its 2025-2026 season with a lively adaptation of Rudyard Kipling’s “The Jungle Book” from Sept. 24-26, featuring puppetry and music. School shows are at McComas Hall, with an evening community performance Sept. 26. The season also includes a comedic take on “Night of the Living Dead” with a special Halloween midnight show, Feb. 18-22’s adaptation of Ray Bradbury’s “Fahrenheit 451,” and the Tony-winning musical “Sweeney Todd” in April, presented with the MSU Department of Music. Tonya Hays highlights the season’s goal to entertain, inspire, and engage the community.
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