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Hattiesburg to Host 8th Annual Renaissance Festival Feb. 25-25

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ourmshome.com – Judy Smith – 2024-02-23 09:45:37

SUMMARY: The 8th annual Renaissance Fest in Hattiesburg is set for Feb. 24-25 at the Hattiesburg Zoo, marking the beginning of the Spring season for the zoo and Hub City. The event promises immersive Renaissance era activities for the entire family, including Shakespearean plays, animal encounters, knight-earning challenges, and various interactive stations teaching medieval crafts and skills. The Oak Grove Archery Team will offer archery lessons, and quests for knighthood involve arts, crafts, and defense mastery. Participants can enjoy exotic zoo animals, Pokémon Go! activities, period-appropriate music, plays, and roaming performers like “larpers” showcasing swordplay. The festival features authentic Renaissance attire encouragement, medieval-themed food and drinks, and crafts like candle and butter making. Ticket prices are $10 for adults and $8 for children, with annual passes accepted and separate tickets required for certain attractions.

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Feeding a Crowd | Our Mississippi Home

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ourmshome.com – Julian Brunt – 2025-02-09 10:11:00

SUMMARY: Julian Brunt, a food and travel writer with over a decade of experience covering the food culture of the Deep South, has always relied on jambalaya for feeding a crowd. However, for a change, he decided to make a special bolognese, adding peas, inspired by a favorite Italian dish. Julian, who has traveled extensively and appeared on Gordon Ramsay’s television show, “To Hell and Back in 24 Hours,” opted for rigatoni to make the dish more convenient for guests. He spent two days making the bolognese, simmering ground pork, spices, and vegetables, then reheating it with peas and Parmesan. The dish is served with garlic bread, allowing guests to dip in the sauce, an Italian tradition.

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No-See-Ums – Small Bites, Big Pain

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ourmshome.com – Mark W. LaSalle, Ph.D. – 2025-02-08 18:45:00

SUMMARY: Late winter and spring along the northern Gulf coast bring mild weather but also the annoyance of no-see-ums, tiny biting insects. These flies, also called punkies or sand gnats, are known for their painful bites, caused by females using saw-tooth mandibles to draw blood. Culicoides mississippiensis, a common species, thrives in wet habitats like tidal marshes, with high populations during late winter and early spring. Though irritating, they play an ecological role, feeding on nectar and preying on small organisms as larvae. While repellents like Avon Skin-So-Soft help, no-see-ums are a seasonal nuisance for coastal living.

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Grease is the Word this Summer at Beau Rivage: Tickets on sale now for limited summer engagement

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ourmshome.com – Beau Rivage – 2025-02-07 17:00:00

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The Broadway rock musical Grease will be performed at Beau Rivage from June 12-29, 2025, for an 18-show engagement. Celebrated for its themes of teenage romance and friendship, the production features iconic songs like "Hopelessly Devoted to You," "Grease," and "You’re the One That I Want." With live music and dynamic choreography, Grease captures the spirit of 1950s youth culture. Tickets range from $25-$40, with family packages starting at $60. VIP packages are available for $44, offering a post-show meet & greet and exclusive merchandise. Visit www.beaurivage.com for more details.

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