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Bay St. Louis Film Festival 5-7 p.m.
The festival will feature new documentary films and talks with some of the creators. The festival will conclude with a wrap party bonfire. Admission for the two-day event is $35, available online and at the door.
100 Men Hall 100menhall.com
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Beginner Drawing with Miguel: “Learning to See”
12-3 p.m.
Beginner Drawing with Miguel introduces students to contour drawing using the method taught by Kimon Nicolaides, focuses on blind contour drawing, and integrates Frederick Franck’s philosophy of mindful seeing. This will not only enhance the drawing but also enrich each artist’s experience. Students should come away feeling confident in their ability to truly see the world around them in full.
The Arts Hancock County hancockarts.org
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Biloxi Twelfth Night Celebration 5-9 p.m.
Come celebrate the transition from the Christmas Season to the Mardi Gras season at this special event in Biloxi! This event will begin with coastal krewe royalty parading through downtown to City Hall, where
the building will be ceremoniously lit with Mardi Gras colors.
Biloxi City Hall
coastalmardigras.com
Facebook @ Coastal Mississippi Mardi Gras Museum
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Mardi Gras Cat Wind Chimes 6-8 p.m.
Using clay slabs, students will shape,
carve, and decorate each piece with colorful underglazes to design a playful, one-of-a- kind creation inspired by the spirit of Mardi Gras. Pieces will be ready for pick-up 2-3 weeks after the workshop. Meant for ages 16 and up. No experience needed! Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art georgeohr.org
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Necktie Chair Weaving Workshop with Jo Rusin
12-3 p.m.
Give old neckties a brand-new purpose!
In this fun, hands-on class, students will learn how to transform an old chair and ties into a functional piece of art—a colorful, memory-filled seat woven entirely from neckties. Bring a chair that could use a little love and a collection of ties. Students will learn the weaving process step-by-step. No experience needed.
The Arts Hancock County hancockarts.org
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Dolly Should
In-Person Sign Up: 4-6 p.m. Line Up Starts: 6:30 p.m. Contest Starts: 7 p.m.
Attend this 9th annual Dolly look-alike contest! The event also manages to be a fundraiser, with a children’s book drive and all entry fee donations going to the Hancock County Food Pantry. Also enjoy a highest hair contest, food and drink specials, live music, and more!
Mockingbird Café mockingbirdcafe.com Facebook @ Mockingbird Café
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Introduction to Mold Making for Ceramics with Danielle Inabinet 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Join ceramic artist Danielle Inabinet for a two-session workshop, learning bisque drape molds, custom sprig designs, and carving
a personalized chop stamp. Perfect for beginners or those expanding their ceramic skills.
The Arts Hancock County hancockarts.org
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Get Hooked! Intro to Stained Glass
Dive into the art of stained glass in this fun and inspiring beginner-friendly workshop! Students will be guided through the colorful world of glass cutting, foiling, and soldering to create their very own vibrant fish suncatcher. No experience is required. Diamondhead School of Fine Arts dsfaglobal.org
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