Vicksburg Convention & Visitors Bureau 1619 Walnut Street, Vicksburg, MS 39180 1-800-221-3536 / 601-636-9421 www.VisitVicksburg.com News and Announcements DECEMBER 2016 VOLUME 19, NUMBER 12 DECEMBER 1, 2016 If you have an event you would like posted or you have comments about the monthly Calendar of Events or Newsletter please email: [email protected] Sign Up to receive Keynotes, the Vicksburg CVB's monthly E-News at VisitVicksburg.com! Santa is Coming to Town! Dec. 3: Pajamas, Pancakes, and Planes Dec. 3: Santa Claus at the Mad Baker Visitor Center Hours: Dec. 3: Downtown Vicksburg Christmas Parade of Lights 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday - Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday The VCVB Visitor Information Center is located at 52 Old Hwy 27 off Clay St., directly across from the Vicksburg National Military Park. The VCVB Executive Offices are located at 1619 Walnut Street. The VCVB Downtown Visitor Center is now located in the Jesse Brent Lower Mississippi River Museum open daily. Dec.4: Santa Visits the Outlets at Vicksburg Dec. 10: Breakfast with Santa Magical Adventure in Candyland Dec. 11: Santa Visits the Outlets at Vicksburg Dec. 18: Santa Visits the Outlets at Vicksburg Dec. 18: Santa Visits Openwood Plantation Dec. 25: Santa Visits Vicksburg Live Music Every Sun: LD’s Kitchen: Live Blues Every Tue: LD’s Kitchen: Live Blues Every Wed: Klondyke: Karaoke; The Biscuit Co.: Karaoke; 10 South Rooftop Bar & Grill: Ben Shaw; LD’s Kitchen: Live Blues Every Thurs: Klondyke: Karaoke; WaterView Casino: Star View Showcase Every Fri: Klondyke: Karaoke; 10 South Rooftop Bar & Grill: The Blues Experience Every Sat: Klondyke: Karaoke; 10 South Rooftop Bar & Grill: Nick Secoy Thu. Dec. 1: 10 South Rooftop Bar & Grill: Maria Signa & Ralph Miller Beechwood: Fri Dec. 2: Old Court House Museum: VHS Acapella Christmas; Ameristar Casino: B.B. Secrist; WaterView Casino: Recall Sat. Dec. 3: Vicksburg Convention Center: Caroling Contest Ameristar Casino: B.B. Secrist; Beechwood: Nashville South; WaterView Casino: Recall Tue. Dec. 6: Vicksburg Convention Center: Caroling Contest Thu. Dec. 8: 10 South Rooftop Bar & Grill: Will Westley; Vicksburg Convention Center: Caroling Contest Dec. 1: Divine Donuts Grand Re-Opening. This event will begin at 10:00 a.m. at Divine Donuts, 3424 Halls Ferry Road. Bring business cards for a chance to win door prizes. For more info call 601-636-1012. Dec. 1: MSU Annual Holiday Floral Design. This event is from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Warren County Extension Office, 1100-C Grove St. Learn the newest designs and props for holiday entertaining with Lynette McDougald. For more information call 601-636-5442. Dec. 1: Grand Re-Opening Celebration – City Park Pavilion. This event will begin at 5:30 p.m. at City Pavilion, 100 Army Navy Dr. The festivities will include children fun, skateboarding, health screening & nutrition, walking, a live jazz band, and refreshments. For more information call Vickie Bailey at 601-634-4514. Dec. 1: Beechwood Children’s Charity Night. Children’s Charity Night begins at 6:00 pm at Beechwood Restaurant and Lounge, 4451 East Clay Street. All proceeds will benefit Rainbow Farms Therapeutic Riding and Jacobs Ladder Learning Center. The night will include live auction and live entertainment. There will be a $10 cover charge at the door. For more information please call 601-636-3761. Dec. 1: Wine Making with Brandon and Katie. This event will begin at 6:00 p.m. at Martins at Midtown, 1101 Belmont St. Enjoy wine making and a good atmosphere. For more information call 60-636-2353. Dec. 2: Richie Watts of Good Earth Pottery Signing. The artist will sign pottery and take pictures from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Sassafras, 1406 Washington Street. For more information call 601-638-3744. Dec. 2: Sip and Shop Event. This event is from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Up the Ante by Lipstick and Labels, 1208 Washington Street. For more information call 601501-4029. Dec. 2: Vicksburg High School Acapella Christmas. This event will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Old Court House Museum, 1008 Cherry Street. Admission to the concert will be free, but donations will be accepted. Seating is limited. A reception will follow. For more information call Angela Chapin 601-6385122. Dec. 2: "I'm Dreaming of a Cotton Christmas" Party. This event will begin at 7:30 p.m. at the Old Constitution Firehouse Gallery, 1204 Main Street. This Delta themed bash is the annual Vicksburg Art Association Christmas Party. Tickets are $30 each. For more information about this event visit www.vicksburgartassociation.org. Dec. 3: Pajama’s, Pancakes, & Planes – Breakfast with Santa. This event will be from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Southern Heritage Air Foundation Museum Hangar located at the Vicksburg-Tallulah Regional Airport, take exit 182 (Mound, LA) off of I-20 W. Enjoy a pancake breakfast, lots of fun Christmas activities and a photo with Santa. This event is $10 per seat with limited seating and tickets go on sale Nov. 1. For more information, email [email protected] or call 318-574-2731. Dec. 3: Holly Days Arts & Crafts Show. This event is from 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. Admission is $1. Holly Days will feature a room full of quality vendors showcasing their arts and crafts, plus local talent will entertain the attendees. The live entertainment includes RiverPointe Dance Students (9-9:30 a.m.), Jeanne Evans Music Students (9:45-10:15 a.m.), Church of the Holy Trinity, Conservatory of the Fine Arts Student Orchestra (10:30-11 a.m.), Judy Buys Music Students (11:15-11:45 a.m.), Debra Franco Preparatory School of Dance (noon-12:30 p.m.), Hannah Belle (12:45-1:15 p.m.), Ms. Tabby’s Musical Theater Program (1:30-2 p.m.) and Propulsion Dance Company (2:15-2:45 p.m.). Goldie's Express will be on site to sell delicious barbeque lunches. For more information, visit www.southernculture.org or email [email protected]. Dec. 3: Christmas Open House with Mr. Jingles. This event begins at 9:00 a.m. Fri. Dec. 9: Ameristar Casino: Nashville South; WaterView Casino: Nu Corp at Levee Street Marketplace, 1001 Levee St. Pictures with Mr. Jingles and elves will be from 10:00a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Enjoy vendor discounts, a great atmosphere, and festive refreshments throughout this event. For more information call 601-638-7191. Dec. 3: Storytime at Lorelei Books. Storytime starts at 10:00 a.m. at Lorelei Books, 1103 Washington Street. For more information call 601-634-8624. Sat. Dec. 10: Vicksburg Convention Center: Caroling Contest; Ameristar Casino: Rod Stewart Tribute Band; Beechwood: Dr. Zarr; WaterView Casno: Nu Corp Sun. Dec. 11: Crawford Street Church: Christmas Cantata Tue. Dec. 13: First Presbyterian Church: Vicksburg Chamber Choir Concert Thu. Dec. 15: 10 South Rooftop Bar & Grill: Candace Duell Fri. Dec. 16: Ameristar Casino: Eddie Cotton; WaterView Casino: Phil Vaught Sat. Dec. 17: Ameristar Bottleneck Blues Bar: Eddie Cotton; Beechwood: U.S.; WaterView Casino: Phil Vaught Dec. 3: Santa Claus at the Mad Baker. This event is from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Mad Baker, 1119 Washington St. This event is free and open to the public. For more information call 601-634-1157. Dec. 3: Downtown Vicksburg's Christmas Parade of Lights. The parade will begin at 5:00 p.m. along historic Washington Street between Belmont and Jackson streets. The theme of the parade is Christmas Trees & Memories. This event is sponsored by Vicksburg Main Street Program. Call 601-634-4527 or visit www.downtownvicksburg.org for more information. Dec. 3: A Man Called Ove. This film will be shown at 7:00 p.m. at the Strand Theatre, 717 Clay Street. Advance tickets are $5 at Highway 61 Coffeehouse or $7 at the door. For more information call 601-501-6107 or visit www.stagepopup.com. Dec 3: 12th Annual V105.5 Caroling Contest. The V105.5 Caroling Contest will be at 7:00 p.m. at the Vicksburg Convention Center, 1600 Mulberry Street. For more information call the VCC office at 601-630-2929. Dec. 4: Santa Visits Outlets at Vicksburg. This event is from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the Outlets at Vicksburg, 4000 S Frontage Rd. Come see and take pictures with Santa for the holiday. For more information call 601-636-7434 or visit www.outletsatvicksburg.com. Dec. 4: H.C. Porter New Blues Book Signing and Art Show. This event is from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at H. C. Porter Gallery, 1216 Washington St. Chris Porter will sign books for her new fine art series Blues@Home: Mississippi’s Living Blues Legends. For more information about this event, visit hcporter.com. Dec. 6: Small Business Contracting Seminar. This event is from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Vicksburg Convention Center, 1600 Mulberry St. This seminar will discuss how to do business with the veteran’s administration, veteran’s administration certification, state certification, and securing government contracts. For more information call 601-359-2904. Dec. 6: Business after Hours. This event will be from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at WaterView Casino, 3990 Washington St. For more information call 601-636-1012 or visit www.vicksburgchamber.org. Thu. Dec. 22: 10 South Rooftop Bar & Grill: Vinnie Chenney Dec 6: 12th Annual V105.5 Caroling Contest. The V105.5 Caroling Contest will be at 6:30 p.m. at the Vicksburg Convention Center, 1600 Mulberry Street. For more information call the VCC office at 601-630-2929. Fri. Dec. 23: Ameristar Casino: Mike Rob and the 601 Band; WaterView Casino: Recall; 10 South Rooftop Bar & Grill: Kern Pratt Dec. 8: DIY Wreaths on a Budget. This event begins at 12:00 p.m.at MSU Warren County Extension Services, 1100-C Grove St. Come see how easy and inexpensive it can be to make really cute wreaths for your home. For more information call 601-636-5442. Sat. Dec. 24: Ameristar Casino: Mike Rob and the 601 Band; WaterView Casino: Recall Dec 8: 12th Annual V105.5 Caroling Contest. The V105.5 Caroling Contest will be at 6:30 p.m. at the Vicksburg Convention Center, 1600 Mulberry Street. For more information call the VCC office at 601-630-2929. Wed. Dec. 28: 10 South Rooftop Bar & Grill: Stace and Cassie Dec. 8: Santa is coming to the Ivy Place. This event will be held from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at The Ivy Place, 2451 N. Frontage Road. There will be free photos with Santa and other surprises. For more information call 601-638-6429. Dec. 8-11: A Tuna Christmas. The show starts at 7:30 p.m.Thu.-Sat. and at 2:00 p.m. on Sun. at the Parkside Playhouse, 101 Iowa Blvd. Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for seniors and $8 for children. For more information call 601-636-0471. Thu. Dec. 29: 10 South Rooftop Bar and Grill: Brint Anderson; WaterView Casino: DJ 2 Tall Fri. Dec. 30: 10 South Rooftop Bar and Grill: Chad Perry; Ameristar Casino: Hunter and Gators WaterView Casino: Radio Inc. Sat. Dec. 31: WaterView Casino: Radio Inc., DJ 2 Tall; Ameristar Casino: New Orleans Jukebox; Beechwood: Snazz Recurring Weekly Events Every Sun: Downtown Vicksburg: Extended Holiday Hours 1:30 pm – 5:00 pm: McRaven Christmas Tours: 7:00 p.m. & 8:30 p.m. (except Dec. 25) Every Mon: SCHF: Jasmine Dance Studio Master class at 4:00 pm; Crossfit Bayou Bluffs: Bootcamp at 6:30 pm Every Tues: Warren County Public Library: Storytime at 10:30 am. Crossfit Bayou Bluffs: Bootcamp at 6:30 pm Every Wed: Warren County Public Library: Storytime at 10:30 am; Crossfit Bayou Bluffs: Bootcamp at 6:30 pm; Duff Green: Power Hour Vinyasa Yoga with Laura Marie at 6:30 pm; The Coral Room: Beginners Yoga in the Vicksburg Hotel at 6:30 pm; Alcorn State University: Read Shakespeare Out Loud Together at 5:30 pm; Every Thurs: Warren County Public Library: Storytime at 10:30 am; SCHF: Jasmine Dance Studio Master class at 4:00 pm; Dec. 9: American Queen Arrival. The American Queen will dock at the city riverfront at 8:00 a.m. Departure is set for 1:00 p.m. Dec. 9: Fred Briuer Book Signing. This event will be from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Lorelei Books, 1103 Washington St. Fred Briuer's United States Marine Corps Emblems: 1804 to World War I is a thorough treatment of the evolution of the United States Marine Corps’ principal distinguishing insignia. For more information call 601634-8624. Dec. 9: Ribbon Cutting for Jerry’s Furniture and Mattress Center. This event will begin at 2:30 p.m. at Jerry’s Furniture, 580 Hwy 27. For more information call 601-636-1012. Dec. 9-16: Christmas Pilgrimage Tour of Homes. The Vicksburg Bed and Breakfast Association will present a Christmas Pilgrimage featuring the historic homes of Vicksburg. The cost is $25 for a 3 home tour. A complete listing of tours, times and prices are available at www.vicksburgpilgrimage.com. For more information call the Baer House at 601-883-1525 or 601-456-0420. Dec. 9: Detectives Comedy Dinner Theatre. The dinner theatre will start at 6:00 p.m. at the Baer House Inn, 1117 Grove Street. Reservations are required. For more information call 601-883-1525. Dec. 10: Breakfast with Santa Magical Adventures in Candyland. The 15th Annual Breakfast with Santa will be from 8:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. at the Vicksburg Convention Center, 1600 Mulberry Street. Tickets are $7 in advance and $10 at the door. Raffle tickets are $1 for a chance to win a Christmas bag filled with toys and electronics. Come and experience a magical time in a life size Candyland adventure and an appearance by magic man Dorian LaChance. For tickets or more information contact Sue Bagby at 601-630-2929 or email [email protected]. Dec 10: 12th Annual V105.5 Caroling Contest. The V105.5 Caroling Contest will be at 6:30 p.m. at the Vicksburg Convention Center, 1600 Mulberry Street. $10,000 will be awarded in prize money to the finalists and participating choir directors. For more information call the VCC office at 601-630-2929. Dec. 10: Santa’s Slay. This event will begin with cocktails from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and event immediately following at the Bluff, 1509 Washington Street. Tickets to benefit are $50 and will include a silent auction, celebrity models, and special entertainment surprises. This is a benefit event to support the programs and services of the CAP Center. For more information or to buy tickets visit www.capcenter.net or call 601-634-0557. Dec. 10: Confederate Christmas Ball. The Confederate Christmas Ball, formerly the Balfour Ball will be held from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. in the courtroom at the Old Court House Museum, 1008 Cherry Street. Period dress is available to rent at the Old Courthouse Museum. Admission is $60 per couple, $30 individual. A wine buffet is included. Advance tickets only and attendance is limited. For more information contact George "Bubba" Bolm by phone 601-636-0741 or via email [email protected]. Dec. 11: Christmas Cantata. The CSUMC Chancel Choir will present the Christmas Cantata “A Celebration of Carols” by Joseph Martin at the 10:55 a.m. worship service at Crawford Street United Methodist Church, 900 Crawford Street. This beautiful presentation of “A Celebration of Love” will include an orchestra with musicians from Vicksburg and Jackson. A nursery is available. For more information call 601-6365612. Dec. 11: Santa Visits Outlets. This event with Santa is from 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. at the Outlets at Vicksburg, 4000 S Frontage Rd. For more information call 601-6367434 or visit www.outletsatvicksburg.com. Dec. 11: Kids in the Kitchen Christmas Cookies, Candy, and Cocoa. Kids in the kitchen will be from 3:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at SCHF, 1302 Adams St. Margie Heltzel will teach the Christmas cooking class for ages 4-12. The registration fee is $35 and includes all supplies as well as lots of toasty treats. Space is limited to 24 students Every Fri. Crossfit Bayou Bluffs: Bootcamp at 5:30 am McRaven Christmas Tours: 7:00 p.m. & 8:30 p.m. Every Sat. McRaven Christmas Tours: 7:00 p.m. & 8:30 p.m. (except Dec. 24) Vicksburg CVB TEAM: Bill Seratt, Executive Director [email protected] Judy Brown, Office Manager, [email protected] Ashley Gatian, Sales Manager, [email protected] Rick Martin, Visitor Services Manager, [email protected] Laura Beth Strickland, Communications Manager, [email protected] Ka’Trina Williams, Administrative Assistant, [email protected] Travel Counselors: Antoinette Anderson Debbie Blossom Brenda Harrison Mary Hopkins Dora Crayton Mable Jennings Vanessa Shiers Pat Strange Malcolm Triplett VCVB Board of Directors: Bess Averett Betty Bullard Lori Burke Patty Cappaert, Secretary Willie Glasper, Chairman Pat Hemphill Trudy James Nick Jones Annette Kirklin, ex officio Myra Logue Lamar Roberts Shirley Waring and reservations are required. For more information or to register call 601-631-2997 or email [email protected]. Dec. 12: SCHF Annual Meeting and Luncheon. This event will begin at 12:00 p.m. at the SCHF Auditorium, 1302 Adams Street. Wyatt Waters will be the featured speaker and lunch will be catered by Helen Abraham. Tickets are $15 and reservations must be made by Dec. 9. For more information call 601-631-2997 or email [email protected]. Dec. 12: Burning off those Holiday Calories “Healthy Woman Lunch Program.” This event is at 12:00 p.m. at Merit Health River Region, 2100 Hwy 61 North in Conference Rooms A&B. Linda Fondren, Founder, Director of Shape Up Vicksburg, will share some important information and instructions about burning those extra holiday calories. This is a free program for women of all ages. Lunch is provided and reservations are required. For more information call 601-883-6118. Dec. 12: Mingle at the Mansion at the Baer House Inn. This event is from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Baer House Inn, 1117 Grove St. Enjoy shopping as you stroll through the ballroom, library, billiards room and guest rooms throughout the house. Savor a glass of wine, delight in live Christmas music provided by local musicians and relish a few moments of ringing in the season with friends. For more information call 601-883-1525. Dec. 13: Kids in the Kitchen Christmas Treats and Holiday Eats. Kids in the kitchen will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at SCHF, 1302 Adams St. Margie Heltzel will teach Christmas cooking class for ages 4-12. The registration fee is $35 and includes all supplies as well as lots of toasty treats. Space is limited to 24 student and reservations are required. For more information or to register call 601-631-2997 or email [email protected]. Dec. 13: Vicksburg Chamber Choir Concert. The event will begin at 7:00 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 1501 Cherry St. The choir will offer a free concert with musicians accompanying. Dec. 14: American Queen Arrival. The American Queen will dock at the city riverfront at 8:00 a.m. Departure is set for 5:00 p.m. Dec. 15: Excel Data Management 1. This event will be held from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at MSU Warren County Extension Office, 1100-C Grove St. This is an advance Excel course instruction on how to integrate and manage data. Registration is $20 for this class and participants must register by Dec. 12. For more information email [email protected]. Dec. 15: Kids in the Kitchen Gingerbread House Workshop. Kids in the kitchen will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at SCHF, 1302 Adams St. Margie Heltzel will teach the Christmas cooking class for ages 4-12. The registration fee is $35 and includes all supplies as well as lots of toasty treats. Space is limited to 24 student and reservations are required. For more information or to register call 601-631-2997 or email [email protected]. Dec. 15: Vicksburg Young Professionals Holiday Party. This event will be from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Anchuca, 1010 First East Street. This party is free for Vicksburg Young Professional members and $10 for non-members. A cash bar will be available. Dress is holiday casual / holiday cocktail. You must register by December 9th by calling 601-636-1012 or by emailing [email protected]. Dec. 16: Excel Macros. This class will be from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at MSU Warren County Extension Service, 1100-C Grove Street. This is an advanced excel course that will teach on using Macros to be more efficient and productive. The registration is $20 and registration must be done by Dec. 12. For more information email [email protected]. Dec. 18: Santa Visits Outlets. Come see Santa from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the Outlets at Vicksburg, 4000 S Frontage Rd. For more information call 601-636-7434 or visit www.outletsatvicksburg.com. Listen to the Team Vicksburg calendar of events show on the Radio... every Wednesday at 8:00 am and replayed at 9:00 am & 6:00 pm on Newstalk 1490 AM or at www.newstalk1490.net. Featured are the VCVB, the SCHF, Vicksburg Main Street, Vicksburg Convention Center and the Chamber of Commerce. Visit our website: www.visitvicksburg.com. Follow us on Facebook, twitter, Flickr, Pinterest, Google+ & Instagram! Dec. 18: Santa’s Ride through Openwood Plantation. Santa will make several prearranged and posted stops starting at 2:00 p.m. on Newitt Vick, Fairways Drive, and the Landings Apts. Children of all ages are welcomed to come and visit with Santa. This event is sponsored by Openwood Plantation Garden Club and Culkin Fire Dept. Dec. 21: Southern Book Club. The club will meet at 7:00 p.m.to discuss monthly book. This event is free and open to the public. Call the Southern Cultural Heritage Foundation for time and location at 601-631-2997. Dec. 22: Bill Ferris Book Signing. This event will be from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Lorelei Books, 1103 Washington St. The South in Color completes an informal trilogy of Ferris’s documentation of the South’s tumultuous twentieth century. For more information call 601-634-8624. Dec. 23: American Queen Arrival. The American Queen will dock at the city riverfront at 8:00 a.m. Departure is set for 1:00 pm. Dec. 24: The America Arrival. The America by American Cruise Lines will dock at the city riverfront at 8:30 a.m. Departure is set for 5:30 p.m. Dec. 25: Louisiane Arrival. The Louisiane by French America Line will dock at the city riverfront at 8:00 a.m. Departure is set for 5:00 p.m. Dec. 28: American Queen Arrival. The American Queen will dock at the city riverfront at 8:00 a.m. Departure is set for 5:00 p.m. Dec. 31: Louisiane Arrival. The Louisiane by French America Line will dock at the city riverfront at 8:00 a.m. Departure is set for 5:00 p.m. 2017 Events Jan. 10, 17, 24, & 31: Legends & Legacies Genealogy Workshop Jan. 15: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parade Celebration Jan. 18-20: Leader in Me Symposium at Vicksburg Convention Center Jan. 23: Williams Winter Soup Workshop Jan. 28: Chili for Children Feb. 3-5; 10-12: Vicksburg Theatre Guild presents You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown. Feb. 25: Mardi Gras Parade Feb. 25: Carnaval de Mardi Gras Mar. 4: Run Thru History Dec. 31: New Year’s Eve Masquerade Ball. This event will begin at 8:00 p.m. at the Vicksburg City Auditorium, 901 Monroe Street. Tickets are $25 in advance or $30 at the door. Table reservations are available. Formal attire so bring out your sequins and top hats. For more information call Betty James 601-415-7299 or Shonna at 601301-0513. Save the Date! Chill in the Hills January 14, 2017
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