8 Days A Week

Sew Happy, 7198 Beatline Road, Long Beach. $129. Participants will piece together a quilt using the Jelly Roll Race Method. Class includes all the fabric for the quilt top, and batting. Limited seating; sign up at 228-206-6509. 228-206-6509. https://www.sewhappyonline.com/product/jelly-roll-quilt-weekend/

East Hancock County Library, 4545 Shepherd Square, Diamondhead. Children’s Story Hours, for children up to 5 years of age, to encourage a love of reading. Programs include reading, crafts and fun. 228-255-4800. www.hancocklibraries.info/story-times

St. Martin Public Library, 15004 Lemoyne Blvd., Biloxi. Free. One of Paul Newman’s best westerns along with Robert Redford. Refreshments will be provided. Details: 228-392-3250. 228-392-3250.

Lynn Meadows Discovery Center, 246 Dolan Ave., Gulfport. Free admission. Treat friends and family members to a night at Lynn Meadows Discover Center. Free admission the last Friday of every month from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. 228-897-6039. www.lmdc.org

Century Hall - Gallery Edge, 112 S. 2nd St., Bay St. Louis. Free. New collection of watercolors by Marian Knobbe-Scott. Refreshments will be served. Show will run through Feb. 27. 228-382-4457. facebook.com/gallery edge

First United Methodist Church, 2301 15th St., Gulfport. $30 for 10 weeks. Broken Rainbow is a 10-week program for children ages 7-12 who are having difficulty dealing with a divorce or death in their family. Call to register: 228-229-6851. 228-863-0047. www,fumc-gulfport.org

Gulfport Little Theatre, 2600 13th Ave., Gulfport. $16, $13 seniors/military w/ID, $11 child/student w/ID. The Getting to Know You version of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s classic Broadway musical “Cinderella.” The show features classic musical numbers such as In My Own Little Corner, Impossible, and Ten Minutes Ago. Directed by Cal Walters; musical direction by Cherie Cruso Ruff. Reservations recommended: Gulfport Little Theatre Box Office, 228-864-7983, or www.gulfportlittletheatre.org. 228-864-7983. www.gulfportlittletheatre.org

Pass Christian Public Library, 111 Hiern Ave., Pass Christian. The Friends of the Pass Christian Library are having their Winter Book Sale. The sale will continue through Jan. 30 during regular library hours (8 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday). Details: 452-4596 or passchristianlibrary@gmail.com. 228-452-4596.

Biloxi Little Theatre, 220 Lee St., Biloxi. $18 general admission; $15 student, senior, military. In Hazlehurst, Mississippi, the three Magrath sisters have gathered to await news of their grandfather, who is living out his final hours in the local hospital. Their troubles are both grave and laughable as, together, they try to escape the past and seize their future. 228-432-8543. 4blt.org

Pass Christian Public Library, 111 Hiern Ave., Pass Christian. Free; donations accepted for instructional costs. Free; donations accepted for instructional costs. Emphasis on alignment, developing strong core, improving coordination and balance. Wear comfortable clothes and flexible footwear. Information and to sign up: 228-452-4596 or passchristianlibrary@gmail.com. 228-452-4596. www.harrison.lib.ms.us

Ina Thompson Moss Point Library, 4119 Bellview St., Moss Point. Free. Dance, Dance, Dance ballroom and swing dance lessons will continue each Saturday through January. Instructor: Montrelle Ramey, dance instructor for the Pascagoula Recreation Center. Adults 17 and up are invited to bring friends. Sign up at the library or call 475-7462. www.jgrls.org

Orange Grove Public Library, 12135 Old Hwy 49, Gulfport. Free. Visiting Pet Teams of South Mississippi program provides a fun way for children to improve their communication and reading skills while visiting with a four-legged friend. Sessions usually last 30 minutes. Children must not be afraid of or be allergic to animals. No need to pre-register. Children must be accomplished by a parent.

Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art, 386 Beach Blvd., Biloxi. $25. See if clay is your new hobby. Instructors will help create two pots to keep. They will be glazed and ready to pick up two weeks from class date. Wear clothes that can get dirty. 228-374-5547. https://www.georgeohr.org/classes/#1489095522215-a236f95f-0584

Gulfport Galleria of Fine Arts, 1300 24th Ave., Gulfport. Author Jackie Warren Tatum is speaker. Public welcome. Details: 228-669-0637. https://www.facebook.com/groups/gcwriters/

Lynn Meadows Discovery Center, 246 Dolan Ave., Gulfport. $13 per person. Read The Pout-Pout Fish books, sing songs, and swim along with the Pout-Pout Fish as he discovers being glum and spreading “dreary wearies” isn’t really his destiny. Museum admission included with performance. Performances: 11 a.m. Jan.20 and 27. 228-897-6039. www.lmdc.org

Ocean Springs Municipal Library, 525 Dewey Ave., Ocean Springs. no charge. Volunteers from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will show attendees how to use the FamilySearch.org website to locate information about family history. Also will provide four-generation charts at no charge to record the information. Bring as much information as possible on family history, such as specific names, dates, birth certificates, military papers, and places. Registration suggested: 228-875-1193. 228-875-1193. www.jgrls.org

Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art, 386 Beach Blvd., Biloxi. $45. Children can throw pots on pottery wheels and get messy with clay. Staff will help little ones create two pots to keep; ready to pick up two weeks from class date. Kids should wear clothes that can get dirty. 228-374-5547. https://www.georgeohr.org/product/kids-pottery-wheel-saturday-january-27/

Moss Point Welcome Center, 5500 Main St., Moss Point. Fresh, healthy produce and a mix of crafts, baked goods, live plants and more. www.cityofmosspoint.org

Amour Danzar Ballroom, 9355 County Farm Road, Gulfport. $6 dinner, $10 dance. The $6 dinner buffet available 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.; $10 casual dress ballroom dancing from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Saturdays in January and February. Details: 228-324-3730 for details. 228-324-3730. Amour Danzar Events@gmail.com

Farmers Market at Long Beach on the Town Green, Jeff Davis Ave. and 4th St., Long Beach. Local honey, local fruits and vegetables in season, jams, jellies, pickles, dip mixes, herbs, beeswax candles and lip balm, free-range chicken and duck eggs, frozen Cajun foods, goat’s milk soap, annual and perennial bedding plants, hanging baskets, breads, muffins, cookies, pastries, gourd décor, pralines, dog treats, hot tamales, teas, boiled peanuts, shrimp, beef and more. A State Certified Farmers Market. TFMatLongBeach@gmail.com Follow on Facebook at The Farmers Market at Long Beach. https://www.facebook.com/TFMatLongBeach/

Long Beach Farmers’ Market, 115 W. 1st St., Long Beach. Local produce, baked goods, dairy, beef, pork, goat, lamb, honey.

Mississippi Coast Coliseum & Convention Center, 2350 Beach Blvd., Biloxi. $9 adults. Buy, sell, trade, browse. Displays of new and old guns, ammo, gun parts, books, knives, jewelry, camouflage, militeria, and related items. 228-594-3700. www.capgunshows.com

Mississippi Coast Coliseum & Convention Center, 2350 Beach Blvd., Biloxi. $10-$11. 228-594-3700. www.ticketmaster.com/hoopsfest-2018-biloxi-mississippi-01-27-2018/event/1B005422F403752E

Lynn Meadows Discovery Center, 246 Dolan Ave., Gulfport. $6 per person. Dress up in your favorite costume and enjoy Mardi Gras-themed music, Bingo, art activities, karaoke, face painting along with a children’s parade. Bring your own decorated bike, trike or wagon for the parade with grand marshal the Pout-Pout Fish. 228-897-6039. www.lmdc.org

Ocean Springs Front Beach, 100-110 Front Beach Drive. Donations start at $25; collected at event. Registration starts at 1 p.m. Benefits Matt and Jane McDonnell’s son Harris, recovering from accident. Path is along Front Beach to harbor and back. Meet in front of Ocean Springs Yacht Club. Participants may walk, run, bike, stroll or scoot. Volunteers needed. Details: specialevent2018@gmail.com or 228-424-4450.

Waveland Public Library, 345 Coleman Ave., Waveland. Children’s Story Hours, for children up to 5 years of age, to encourage a love of reading. Programs include reading, crafts and fun. 228-467-9240. www.hancocklibraries.info/story-times

Pascagoula Public Library, 3214 Pascagoula St., Pascagoula. Free. Religious History: Beyond Martin Luther: Where did all the denominations come from? Presented by Derek Waffel, pastor at Christ Lutheran Church in Pascagoula. Bing bag lunch to this casual program. Refreshments provided by the Friends of the Library. Details: 228-769-3060. 228-769-3060. www.jgrls.org

University of Southern Mississippi Gulf Park, 730 E. Beach Blvd., Long Beach. Free. University of Southern Mississippi Distinguished Professor of History Dr. Andrew Wiest will present “The War They Left Behind: The Impact of the Vietnam War on the Wives and Families of Combat Veterans” in the Hardy Hall Ballroom on the USM Gulf Park campus. Based on Wiest’s book “The Boys of ’67: Charlie Company’s War in Vietnam.” Lecture centered around interviews and letters of combat veterans’ wives and families. Open to public. 228-865-4500.

Rodenberg Church of Christ, 173 Rodenberg Ave., Biloxi. $20 one time cost for workbook. Griefshare is a nondenominational group and features biblical teaching on grief and recovery topics. Please join us for the next Griefshare session. 228-432-7372.

Orange Grove Public Library, 12135 Old Hwy 49, Gulfport. Free. Free series of computer classes covering a wide range of subjects. Registration required: call 228-832-6924.

St. John’s Episcopal Church, 705 Rayburn Ave., Ocean Springs. Fellowship and refreshments, followed by program at 10, then business meeting at 11. All area church women invited. Details: Beverly Carter, 601-310-6461. 228-875-4454.

Pass Christian Public Library, 111 Hiern Ave., Pass Christian. Free. Instructor: Andy Collins with Mississippi State Extension Service. Start with the basics of using Windows, then learn how to start Internet Explorer and browse the internet. Class size limited. To reserve a spot, please call the library: 228-452-4596. 228-452-4596. www.harrison.lib.ms.us

Pass Christian Public Library, 111 Hiern Ave., Pass Christian. Free. Instructor: Andy Collins with Mississippi State Extension Service. Basics of using Windows, how to start Internet Explorer and browsing the Internet. Class size limited; to reserve a spot, call the library: 228-452-4596. 228-452-4596. www.harrison.lib.ms.us

Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art, 386 Beach Blvd., Biloxi. $100 for four-week session. Theme: Creative Thinking through Surrealism. Classes integrate clay projects with educational visual arts and mixed media projects that will encourage creativity in children. Tuition must be paid for the full four-week session one week in advance of the first class. Pre-register with $25 deposit. Minimum 5 students per session, maximum 15. 228-374-5547. georgeohr.org/classes

Pearlington Public Library, 6096 First Ave., Pearlington. Children’s Story Hours, for children up to 5 years of age, to encourage a love of reading. Programs include reading, crafts and fun. 228-533-0755. www.hanocklibraries.info/story-times

East Hancock County Library, 4545 Shepherd Square, Diamondhead. Free. Social Media Marketing Series. Learn about using Facebook and Twitter. Bring your own electronic device. Registration is required: call 228-255-4800 or sign up at the Customer Service Desk. Registration deadline: Jan. 29. 228-255-4800. www.hancocklibraries.info/digital-literacy-classes

Sew Happy, 7198 Beatline Road, Long Beach. $10 each class, $30 for 4 classes. For people 8 years old and up. Each student will receive materials needed to complete project. Each student encouraged to bring own sewing machine, or reserve a machine.Students must be signed up for the class by 10 a.m. Tuesdays. Those who have never sewn should arrive at 3:45 p.m. to go over machine basics, or call to schedule an available time. 228-206-6509.

Orange Grove Public Library, 12135 Old Hwy 49, Gulfport. Free. Monthly book club, discussing a mystery title.

Orange Grove Public Library, 12135 Old Hwy 49, Gulfport. Free. Participants will learn about older, classic games, newer games and systems as well as tip and tricks for game-play. For teens and up due to mature content of some of the featured games.

Gulf Coast Research Laboratory, 703 E. Beach Drive, Ocean Springs. Free. The Mississippi Oyster Gardening Program: Bringing the Reef to the People, by Emma Cochran. Will be presented in the GCRL dining hall. gcrl.usm.edu/events/science.cafe.php

Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art, 386 Beach Blvd., Biloxi. $220 per student, $20 materials fee. Focuses on throwing larger pieces, making handles, spouts, and lidded vessels. This class can be used as a guided study. Addresses altering techniques and creating and designing more difficult forms like oval casserole dishes, pitchers, lidded jars, and bottles. Students will work with cone 6 oxidation and cone 10 reduction glazes. Basic throwing skills required. 228-374-5547. https://www.georgeohr.org/product/intermediate-wheel-throwing-january-9-february-13/

Main Street United Methodist Church, 162 Main St., Bay St. Louis. Coast Chorale (a civic Choral ensemble) Spring Season rehearsals are beginning for April and May concerts. All singers are welcome; reading of music helpful. Details: Allen Henson, 228-324-8213. 228-467-4538. coastchorale.org

Orange Grove Public Library, 12135 Old Hwy 49, Gulfport. Free. All ages welcome. Socks recommended.

Pass Christian Public Library, 111 Hiern Ave., Pass Christian. Free. Open knitting lessons on Wednesdays from 1-3pm here at the Pass Christian Public Library. Knitting needles and yarn available for those who want to learn but don’t have the supplies. 228-452-4596. www.harrison.lib.ms.us

Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art, 386 Beach Blvd., Biloxi. $220 per student, $20 materials fee. Students will learn the fundamentals of working with clay: pinching, coiling, and slabs will be used to construct functional pottery forms like mugs, trays and casseroles. Basic introduction to glazing and work with cone 6 oxidation and cone 10 reduction glazes. 228-374-5547. https://www.georgeohr.org/product/beginning-handbuilding-january-10-february-14/

Orange Grove Public Library, 12135 Old Hwy 49, Gulfport. Free. Read books, sing songs, dance and make a craft. This week’s theme is “The Letter N.”.

Bay St. Louis-Hancock County Library, 312 U.S. 90, Bay St. Louis. Children’s Story Hours, for children up to 5 years of age, to encourage a love of reading. Programs include reading, crafts and fun. 228-467-5282. www.hancocklibraries.info/story-times

Pass Christian Public Library, 111 Hiern Ave., Pass Christian. Free. Stories, songs, dances and crafts for preschoolers each Wednesday. 228-452-4596. harrison.lib.ms.us

Pass Christian Public Library, 111 Hiern Ave., Pass Christian. Free; donations accepted for instructional costs. Free; donations accepted for instructional costs. Gentle yoga classes. Wear comfortable clothes, bring exercise mat. Information and to sign up: 228-452-4596 or passchristianlibrary@gmail.com. 228-452-4596. www.harrison.lib.ms.us

Mississippi Sandhill Crane National Wildlife Refuge, 7200 Crane La., Gautier. Free. Free guided tour to see the endangered Mississippi Sandhill Crane.

Orange Grove Public Library, 12135 Old Hwy 49, Gulfport. Free. Free series of computer classes covering a wide range of subjects. Registration required: call 228-832-6924.

Mary C. O’Keefe Cultural Center, 1600 Government St., Ocean Springs. $15 members, $16 nonmembers. Menu: Poorboy Steak with Mushroom Gravy, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Smoky Lima Beans, Shortbread Cookies. 228-818-2878. themaryc.org/?event=lunch-learn-thursday-55

MGCCC Jackson County Campus Fine Arts Auditorium, 2300 Hwy 90, Gautier. Free. Artist’s reception.

Orange Grove Public Library, 12135 Old Hwy 49, Gulfport. Free. Weekly program. Crafts, creative writing, games. This week: Danish heart baskets.

Walter Anderson Museum of Art, 510 Washington Ave., Ocean Springs. $15. This workshop, for 21 and up, will focus on block printing and mixed media techniques to create handmade Valentines. $15 per person. BYOB; clear liquids only in the galleries. Limited to 25 seats. 228-872-3164. www.walterandersonmuseum.org/page/calendar

St. Patrick Catholic High School, 18300 St. Patrick Road, Biloxi. Celebrate Catholic Schools Week. Door prizes (SPCHS gear) and the SPCHS jazz band for entertainment. 228-702-0500.

Sew Happy, 7198 Beatline Road, Long Beach. $20 per class, $90 all 6 classes. Six-week beginner series. Learn techniques, have completed projects each night. Cost includes all fabric and materials. 228-206-6509. https://www.sewhappyonline.com/product/six-week-beginner-sewing-series/

Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art, 386 Beach Blvd., Biloxi. $220 per student, $20 materials fee. Learn fundamentals of wheel throwing, including the making of cylinders, bowls, and cups with handles. Basic introduction to glazing. Class fee includes one 25 pound bag of clay and a tool kit for new students. 228-374-5547. https://www.georgeohr.org/product/beginning-wheel-throwing-january-11-february-15/

Argentine Tango — Howard Avenue, 632 Howard Ave., Biloxi. $10. Argentine tango lessons with Tango Kim. 228-332-0291.

First United Methodist Church, 2301 15th St., Gulfport. $30 for 10 weeks. Divorce Recovery Workshop is a 10-week program helping people deal with divorce issues, as well as offering a caring support group for anyone going through a divorce or separation. Participants hear a speaker the first hour, with group discussion following. 228-863-0047. www.fumc-gulfport.org

Kiln Public Library, 17065 Hwy. 603, Kiln. Children’s Story Hours, for children up to 5 years of age, to encourage a love of reading. Programs include reading, crafts and fun. 228-255-1724. www.hancocklibraries.info/story-times

Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art, 386 Beach Blvd., Biloxi. $235. Learn basic fundamentals or explore advanced techniques of oil painting. Classes will focus on a variety of subject matter, including still life and floral composition. 228-374-5547. https://www.georgeohr.org/product/oil-painting-with-frank-janca-thursdays-january-4-february-8/?preview_id=10954&preview_nonce=

Mississippi Coast Coliseum & Convention Center, 2350 Beach Blvd., Biloxi. $8; under age 13 free when accompanied by paying adult. 2016 models of boats, motors, personal watercraft, and marine accessories. Special events for the family. Fetch and Fish Tub and dog show, fishing seminars, mammal experience, and Dauphin Island Sea Lab hands-on marine exhibit featuring species of animals native to local waters. 228-594-3700. https://gulfcoastshows.com/biloxi/buy-tickets

Almost Circle Gallery, 128 Rue Magnolia, Biloxi. Free. First Friday in the Downtown Biloxi’s Arts District off Rue Magnolia and Water Street. Galleries, shops and eateries offer treats, special deals. Free to the public; parking available next to Mary Mahoney’s and Magnolia Hotel. https://www.facebook.com/FFDowntownBiloxi/

Mary C. O’Keefe Cultural Center, 1600 Government St., Ocean Springs. $45 members, $55 nonmembers. Instructor: Chef Cheri Hiers. Menu: Cream of Mushroom Soup; Fresh Garlic Bread; Mississippi Pot Roast; Roasted Potatoes, Carrots, and Brussel Sprouts; Mississippi Mud Pie. Price includes two adult beverages. 228-818-2878. themaryc.org/?event=february-2018-friday-night-demo-dinner-chef

Event Centre at CLIMB CDC, 1316 30th Ave., Gulfport. $40 per ticket, $30 for military. Grab your favorite jeans and get your second line. Live entertainment by Dei One featuring D. Saunders; food by Rodney Williams with All in Good Taste. First drink (wine or beer) included. Details: thelegacygroupms@gmail.com. Partial proceeds benefit The Legacy Group, connecting leaders across the Coast. 228-864-6677.

This story was originally published January 26, 2018 at 12:00 AM with the headline "8 Days A Week."