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8 Best Christmas Towns in Mississippi

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ourmshome.com – Allyson Alford – 2023-12-21 06:43:19

SUMMARY: As Christmas approaches, Mississippi comes alive with festive towns worth visiting. Oxford, dubbed by Southern Living as one of the South’s most magical Christmas towns, dazzles with its outdoor skating rink and decorated Square. Southaven shines with local events on Silo Square, and Tupelo, Elvis Presley’s birthplace, hosts numerous festivities, including a New Year’s Countdown. Gulfport’s Harbor Lights Festival displays 1.5 million lights across 40 acres. Natchez invites guests with month-long celebrations, while Canton’s “City of Lights” lives up to its name with extravagant displays. Hattiesburg’s Victorian Candlelit Christmas supports community projects. Columbia exudes holiday spirit with parades and “The Nativity Story.” These towns exemplify the joy of shared celebration during the holiday season.

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Create Art from Molten Metal: Southern Miss Sculpture to Host Annual Interactive Iron Pour

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ourmshome.com – University of Southern Mississippi – 2024-11-15 08:37:00

SUMMARY: The University of Southern Mississippi’s Sculpture program will host its Annual Iron Pour on Saturday, Nov. 16, at 11 a.m. in the 3D Arts building. A lecture by visiting artist Hugh Patton will precede the event on Thursday, Nov. 14, at 5:30 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. This marks the 21st consecutive pour organized by Professor Jennifer Torres. Participants can carve designs and create their own cast-iron pieces for $15. Patton, an Artist-in-Residence at Sloss Metal Arts, will share his expertise in metal sculpting, focusing on labor, process, and nature.

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Traverse Whoville in Downtown Hattiesburg December 6th for Seuss-Themed Cookies, Stories, Family Fun and a Bit of Snow Thrown in for Good Measure

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ourmshome.com – omshome – 2024-11-14 16:34:00

SUMMARY: On December 6th from 5:30 to 7:30 PM, the Hattiesburg Zoo will offer complimentary “Green GrinchMobile” rides downtown. Snow falls at the Pocket Museum Alley at 6 PM. The main event, Grinchmas at Saengerville, takes place at Saenger Theater and features Seuss Juice, cookies, and appearances by the Grinch and Cindy-Lou Who. Attendees are encouraged to bring dogs dressed as Max. Other festivities include story time at the African American Military History Museum and tree-themed arts and crafts at Historic Eureka School. Families can enjoy various activities, merchandise, and photo opportunities.

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Lawndale Elementary Students Elect First Mascot: Meet Champ

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ourmshome.com – Rebecca Turner – 2024-11-13 16:00:00

SUMMARY: Lawndale Elementary School students participated in their first-ever mascot election on November 5. Principal Talina Knight emphasized the importance of having a mascot for school spirit and branding. The initiative, proposed by teacher Denise Carter, taught students about the election process through real-world applications, including leadership and campaigning. Students created mascots, led by the dolphin, golden retriever, and panther, and campaigned using posters and costumes. On November 4, students registered to vote, and the election was conducted using a system reflecting real-world electoral processes. The golden retriever, named Champ, was ultimately elected as the school’s mascot.

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