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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
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Phat Cat With Witches Hat Family
Class
1-3 p.m.
Children and their parents can create some
adorable, Halloween themed ceramic cats!
Each student will make one cat, choose
a glaze color, and leave it in the studio to
be glazed and fired. This project allows
participants the opportunity to experience
clay sculpture on a basic level.
Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art
georgeohr.org
15
Aqua Tots: Fintastic Creatures
9-10 a.m.
This program is specially designed for
little ocean explorers! Spend the morning
with your child exploring amazing aquatic
environments. There will be fun, educational
activities, games, stories, and more!
Mississippi Aquarium
msaquarium.org
17 & 24
Create Clay Pumpkins: Two-Session
Handbuilding Class
9-11 a.m.
Create your own clay pumpkins this fall!
Join Margaret Inabinet for a two-session
pottery class where you’ll handbuild, texture,
and glaze festive pumpkins perfect for
autumn décor. Limited spots available—
sign up and craft something special for the
season!
The Arts Hancock County
hancockarts.org
18 & 19
Driftapalooza: Music and Arts Festival
Presented by The Driftwood Hotel and
Good Earth records. Get ready for a
weekend of live music, art, food, and good
vibes! This festival brings together local
bands, vendors, and food trucks for two
full days of fun. Relax on the lawn, cool off
by the pool, and shop local while enjoying
nonstop tunes in a retro, beach-town setting.
The Driftwood Motel
driftwoodmotelbsl.com
18-20
Jurassic Quest
Walk amongst the dinosaurs at the nation’s
biggest dinosaur experience. Each show
includes an exhibit displaying dinosaurs from
a wide range of species that existed over a
span of 160 million years, bounce houses,
shows, science lessons, art activities, and
more.
Mississippi Coast Coliseum & Convention Center
jurassicquest.com
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Gulfport Arts Festival
9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Experience art in the heart of Gulfport!
There will be local artists, live music, and
delicious food. This festival is open to the
public and donations are welcome.
Gulfport Arts Center
gulfportartscenter.com
19
Mississippi Science Festival: Science
Saturday on the MS Gulf Coast
11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Families, students, educators, and curious
minds of all ages are invited to explore
the wonders of science through engaging
exhibits, live demonstrations, and activities
led by experts and organizations from across
Mississippi. Event is free and includes free
admission to the Walter Anderson Museum
of Art.
Walter Anderson Museum of Art
walterandersonmuseum.org
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Levitt AMP Moss Point Music Series:
Daniel Stallworth
1-5 p.m.
Moss Point native Daniel Stallworth returns
home following his nationally recognized run
on American Idol, where his soulful voice
and heartfelt performances earned him a
place among the season's Top 7 finalists.
Riverfront Park in Moss Point
walterandersonmuseum.org
20
September Story Slam
5:30-7 p.m.
With the theme “Happy Birthday...or
Not,” you’re sure to enjoy this quarterly live
storytelling event! It’s real-life storytelling on
a theme. No tickets needed—free community
event! Sign up online if you want to tell your
own story.
The Arts Hancock County
hancockarts.org
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Resilient East Biloxi: Community
Festival
10 a.m.-2 p.m.
The festival provides a safe, supportive,
and encouraging space for the community
to express themselves and celebrate the steps
being taken towards a resilient future. Enjoy
live entertainment, local food and art vendors,
community organizations, and more!
John Henry Beck Park
rebfestival.com
UPCOMING EVENTS
October 3, Create a Colorful Mosaic Halloween Skull
The Arts Hancock County | hancockarts.org
October 3, Butterflies in the Pass Monarch Festival
Pass Christian War Memorial Park, | Facebook @Butterflies in the Pass Monarch Festival
October 3, ZONTA Arts and Crafts Festival
Downtown Pascagoula | Facebook @Zonta Pascagoula
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