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Blues Brunch featuring Johnny Sansone Trio
11 a.m.
Looking for good food and good music? This brunch, featuring Johnny Sansone Trio and food by Alligator Mike, is the place
for you! Tickets are $25 in advance, $35
at the door. Music, food, and cash/credit bar. Sunday Blues Brunch features the best of blues music and the finest in dining, all served in a historical setting.
100 Men Hall
100menhall.com
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LeAnn Rimes 8-10 p.m.
Award winning singer and songwriter LeAnn Rimes will be visiting the
Coast! Concert tickets start at $59. Call 888.566.7469 or visit beaurivage.com for ticket information. Anyone under 21 years old must always be accompanied by a guardian over 21.
Beau Rivage Resort & Casino
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Crawfish Music Festival
This festival is not to be missed!
Whether you want to go for the headline entertainment, hot boiled crawfish, or the crawfish cook-off, there’s something for everybody. There will be other food options available in the food village. Bring your appetite and a love of music!
Mississippi Coast Coliseum & Convention Center mscoastcoliseum.com
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Miniature Matchbox Shrines with Brittany Heskett
10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
In this heartfelt workshop, you’ll create two miniature shrines—small enough to tuck in your palm, powerful enough to hold your memories, wishes, or sacred symbols. All materials are provided, but feel free to bring small photos or mementos to make each piece uniquely yours.
The Arts Hancock County hancockarts.org
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Ocean Springs Environmental Alliance for Earth Day
10 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Enjoy an Earth Day celebration with family fun, informational booths, live music, and food trucks! For more information about this event, please contact Nancy Wilson of OSEA at wilsonnl2000@yahoo.com. The Mary C. O’Keefe Cultural Arts Center themaryc.art
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Waveland Crawfish Cook-Off 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
This fundraiser for the Hancock Resource Center is back! Teams will compete for The Best Crawfish and other awards. There will be live music, food, and more!
Coleman Avenue hancockhrc.org
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Inaugural Flower Festival
This festival brings together art, wellness, music, and local food for an unforgettable spring celebration! This is a chance to slow down, breathe deep, and reconnect with nature and community. You’ll find your own perfect way to celebrate spring. This is a family-friendly event with activities for all ages. Visit website to see what events require registration. Fee is $10 per car, which covers parking and admission for all in vehicle for that day.
La Terre Farms laterrefarms.com
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Spring into Stained Glass - Garden Stake Class with Laurali & Gail
11 a.m.-4 p.m.
In this hands-on workshop, students
will design and build a small stained glass garden stake, perfect for adding color and personality to your garden or outdoor planters. Whether you are new to stained glass or looking to expand your skills, this class offers a rewarding creative experience that will brighten your spring garden.
The Arts Hancock County hancockarts.org
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Mississippi Poetry Society Spring Festival
Enjoy a two-day celebration of poetry featuring talented poets from across the state of Mississippi. Experience powerful performances, creative expression, and community through spoken word and verse. The Mary C. O’Keefe Cultural Arts Center themaryc.art
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Fan Fest
10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Hancock County Library System is pleased to host mini-con. The event is free to the public and designed to make cons more accessible for all fandoms. Featuring exhibitors sharing their comic books, art, cosplay and costuming, and creations. Bay St. Louis Community Hall
hcls.info
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
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UPCOMING EVENTS May 2 | Kathleen Madigan: The Day Drinking Tour
Beau Rivage Resort & Casino | beaurivage.com
May 13 | Jackson County Industry & Business Expo
B.E. “Mac” McGinty Civic Center | business.jcchamber.com
May 16 | Watercolor Exploration Workshop with Kathy Bensabat
The Arts Hancock County | hancockarts.org