Things to do this week
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Monday
Grocery Games
Waveland Public Library, 345 Coleman Ave., Waveland. A representative from the Starfish Cafe will discuss health food choices for this Hancock Library Summer Reading Program event. 228-467-9240. www.hancocklibraries.info
10:30 a.m.
Pass Christian Historical Society
Pass Christian Historical Society, 201 E. Scenic Dr., Pass Christian. $12; $10 members. At its monthly luncheon, author Thomas Simmons will speak about the historical background for his book, "By Accident of Birth." Proceeds benefit the Pass Christian Historical Society.
Noon
Crime Prevention and Awareness Workshop
Kreole Lower Primary School, 6312 Martin Luther King Blvd., Moss Point. Free. Learn how to keep your family and community safe by attending this educational session on crimes against special populations and human trafficking. 228-475-3719. www.cityofmosspoint.org
6 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
Montgomery Biscuits at Biloxi Shuckers
MGM Park, 145 Caillavet St., Biloxi. $10-$30. The Montgomery Biscuits take on the Biloxi Shuckers in this minor league matchup. 228-233-3465.
7:10 p.m.
Tuesday
Kroc Kids
Salvation Army Kroc Center, 575 Division St., Biloxi. $5; $3 members. This weekly class features both music and art. This fun class provides foundational music and art skills while developing motor, cognitive, and social skills through the arts. 228-207-1218.
9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.
The Science Behind Sports
Pearlington Public Library, 6096 First Ave., Pearlington. How does a bicycle stay upright? How does a football spiral? What’s inside a baseball? Find out the answers to these questions and more at this Hancock Library Summer Reading Program. 228-533-0755. www.hancocklibraries.info
10:30 a.m.
Knitting and Crocheting Class
Pass Christian Public Library, 111 Hiern Ave., Pass Christian. Free. Have you always wanted to learn to knit or crochet? If so, there will be volunteers on hand who are willing to teach you how to knit or crochet. Knitting needles, crochet hooks and yarn will be available for those who want to learn but don’t have the supplies. If you have your own supplies, you are welcome to bring them. 228-452-4596.
6 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
Wednesday
Camera Day
Lynn Meadows Discovery Center, 246 Dolan Ave., Gulfport. In honor of Camera Day, stop by Lynn Meadows Discovery Center and post your pics to your favorite social media. 228-897-6039.
Audubon Aquavan
Bay St. Louis-Hancock County Library, 312 Hwy. 90, Bay St. Louis. The Hancock Library Summer Reading Program continues with an engaging animal presentation featuring the Audubon Aquavan. 228-467-5282.
10:30 a.m.
Lewis Hine exhibit viewing reception
Maritime & Seafood Industry Museum, 115 First St., Biloxi. Free. Lewis Hine, one of the most prolific photographers of the early 1900s, traveled the country for decades documenting child labor in factories, mills, mines, and processing plants. He made two trips to the Mississippi Gulf Coast. A powerful new exhibit of 25 restored Hine images is now on display at the Maritime and Seafood Industry Museum in Biloxi, through July 8. maritimemuseum.org
5 p.m.-7 p.m.
Bottle signing with 50 Cent
Vintage Wine and Liquor, 3680 E. Sangani Blvd., D’Iberville. Rapper 50 Cent will be featured for bottle signing of new Effen Vodka and picture taking. Guests must purchase a bottle of vodka at the store to have it signed. 228-396-0083
5:30-7:30 p.m.
Thursday
Kiln Olympics
Kiln Public Library, 17065 Hwy. 603, Kiln. At this Hancock Library Summer Reading Program, children will complete various exercise stations around a walking track and then make their own Olympic medal. 228-255-1724. www.hancocklibraries.info
10:30 a.m.
Hancock Library Summer Reading Program’s Field Day
Bay City Park, Dunbar Ave., Bay St Louis. The Hancock Library Summer Reading Program concludes with a "Field Day" event taking place in the grassy area by the Bay St. Louis Splash Pad. Guests can enjoy music, snacks and door prizes, plus the chance to win a Grand Prize for their Summer Reading Program accomplishments. www.hancocklibraries.info
5:30 p.m.
Writer’s Notebook: Creative Journaling 101
Mary C. O’Keefe Cultural Center, 1600 Government St., Ocean Springs. $40 nonmembers; $30 members. This workshop is for writers of all levels. Please bring a blank notebook of at least 80 pages and a pencil or pen. 228-818-2878
6-8 p.m.
Green Cleaning Class
Pass Christian Public Library, 111 Hiern Ave., Pass Christian. Free. Do you know what chemicals are in the products you use to clean your home? Cindy Jaudon, a representative with Young Living Essential Oils, will be teaching a class to inform you about the chemicals in those products and teach you how to make your own cleaning products out of natural alternatives. 228-452-4596. www.harrison.lib.ms.us
6:30 p.m.-8 p.m.
Friday
Our Lady of the Gulf Church’s Crab Festival
Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church, 228 S. Beach Blvd., Bay St. Louis. People come from far and near to feast on all kinds of seafood, listen to live music, check out the rides and browse a diverse array of crafts from 100+ crafters. The Crab Fest takes place on the Crab Fest Grounds beside the community center, overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. 228-467-6509.
11 a.m.-11 p.m. July 1-2, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. July 3
7/1 11 a.m.-11 p.m. July 1-2, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. July 3
69th annual Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo
Gulfport Harbor, Jones Park. $5 to get in the gate. Free parking at CTA parking garage north side of U.S. 90. Shuttles run during the entire event. Carnival rides and entertainment. Tournament has more than $45,000 in cash and prizes. Fireworks at 8:45 p.m. July 4. mississippideepseafishingrodeo.com
Noon-midnight July 1-3, noon-11 p.m. July 4
Lunch & Learn: Energy Efficiency
Jubilee Center, 4322 Popp’s Ferry Road, D’Iberville. $10. Tyler Green, Harrison County Residential Energy Representative for Coast Electric, will discuss items such as quick, easy and inexpensive energy conservation tips, review a 101 Ways to Save energy handbook, discuss the Time of Use program and generator safety.
Noon-1 p.m.
Our Love Affair with Baseball Luncheon Series: Ron Swoboda
Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art, 386 Beach Blvd., Biloxi. $10. Ron Swoboda, a member of the 1969 World Series champion Mets, will be the special guest speaker. Make reservations at georgeohr.org or call 374-5547. Reservations must be made by 5 p.m. the Thursday before each luncheon. 228-374-5547.
Noon-1 p.m.
Kelsey Wishik: Imprints and Artifacts/Awe & Ordinary opening reception
Mary C. O’Keefe Cultural Center, 1600 Government St., Ocean Springs. Kelsey Wishik’s work in the Duckett Gallery will include an installation, sculpture, ceramic pieces, drawings and paintings. 228-818-2878
5:30 p.m.-7 p.m.
Red, White and Blue Evening
Mary C. O’Keefe Cultural Center, 1600 Government St., Ocean Springs. $12; $10 members. Join pianist Laurie Carpenter for a tribute to the USA and an evening of patriotic music. 228-818-2878.
7 p.m.
Bend in the River — Louisiana’s Secret People
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College - Jefferson Davis Campus, 2226 Switzer Road, Gulfport. This play has been accepted at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and will travel to Scotland in August 2016. 228-896-3355.
7 p.m. July 1-2, 3 p.m. July 3
Saturday
41st Army Band
Mary C. O’Keefe Cultural Center, 1600 Government St., Ocean Springs. Free. The "Governor’s Own" 41st Army Band has been providing musical support and entertainment to the citizens and soldiers of Mississippi for over 50 years. Located in Jackson, the unit is comprised of approximately 40 soldiers from six states and various civilian backgrounds. 228-818-2878.
2 p.m.
Destination Waveland Independence Day Blowout
Garfield Ladner Memorial Pier, Beach Boulevard and Coleman Avenue, Waveland. Enjoy live music by Category 6 from 6 to 7 p.m., with a fireworks show to follow at 9 p.m.. A selection of patriotic coastal foods will be available for sale. 228-467-4134.
5 p.m.-9 p.m.
Sunday
Sidekicks Comedy Tour
Mississippi Coast Coliseum & Convention Center, 2350 Beach Blvd., Biloxi. $25-$45. This show features Junior from the Steve Harvey Show, Special K from the Rickey Smiley Show, Big Mac from the Blues is Alright Tour, Shine and The Lovely Karen Anderson. 228-594-3700.
7 p.m.
Fireworks display
The Scarlet Pearl Casino and IP Casino Resort will present a new fireworks display over Biloxi’s Back Bay. The free, 15-minute event can be seen from locations around both casinos, including the Scarlet Pearl’s Back Bay Car Park and on the top floor of the IP parking garage. Bring lawn chairs and blankets, but no outside fireworks will be allowed at either casino.
9 p.m.
This story was originally published June 27, 2016 at 5:49 AM with the headline "Things to do this week."