Apr 18th, 2008 - Jun 29th, 2008
Breathing Art: The Lives of Myra Green and Lynn Green Root
This stunning exhibit by Mississippi artists encompasses the work of both mother and daughter. For more information, call 601-960-1515, MS Museum of Art, 380 South Lamar Street, Jackson, MS
601-960-1515. http://www.msmuseumart.org

May 3, 2008
7th Annual Downtown Arts & Crafts Festival        
A festive and fun event held in conjunction with the Coca-Cola Classic 10K
Run.  Bands and live entertainment all day. 
CRAWFISH~CRAWFISH~CRAWFISH & Beverage Tent 12-5PM!
662-287-1550, 877-347-0545. Waldron St. at Franklin St., Courthouse Square  http://www.corinth.ms
                    

May 3, 2008
4th Annual Kentucky Derby Party   
Come at 4:30 to view the Kentucky Derby on a large projection screen,  and at
5:30 a barbecue dinner will be served.  The party is meant to be an old
fashioned, traditional party.  Those attending are asked to come in formal dress including coats and toes for the men and dresses and hats (encouraged) for
women.  FUNDS WILL BE USED FOR THE PRESERVATION AND RENOVATION
OF THE HISTORIC CURLEE-VERANDAH HOUSE. Verandah-Curlee House, Jackson St. at Childs St.
Tickets are available at Kates & Company, 504 Foote Street.  662-287-1903

May 8th, 2008
Canton Flea Market
Outstanding artists and craftsmen display their work on the beautiful grounds of historic Madison County Courthouse and surrounding locations. This is definitely a “don’t miss” event that will feature over 1,100 superior artists and craftsmen from approximately 29 different states. Admission is Free!Madison County Courthouse, Canton, MS. 601-859-8055

May 22nd, 2008
Jazz, Art & Friends
Enjoy cocktails, listen to the best jazz Jackson has to offer, and mingle with friends while surrounded by world-class art! Admission: $5 MMA members, $7 non-members. Complimentary hors d’ oeuvres, cash bar. MS Museum of Art, 380 South Lamar, Jackson, MS.HTTP://WWW.MSMUSEUMART.ORG

Jul 4th, 2008
Fourth of July Summer Celebration at the Cedars
The Taylor Grocery Band and special guests will get your July 4 into swing starting at 4:00pm to 8:00pm at the Cedars. There will be an Artists' Market on the Lawn with BBQ plates for $6 and cold beer for $3. For more information call 601-981-9606. 4145 Old Canton Rd. Jackson, MS
601.366.5552

July 4, 2008
30th Annual Jacinto 4th of July Festival    
Come celebrate the 4th of July at the famous Jacinto Courthouse ! 
Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy a beautiful day on the grounds including
political speeches, live music, the Chuckalissa Indian dances, arts & crafts
booths, yummy  concessions, Civil War encampments, and even a petting zoo.
There's something for everyone! Jacinto Courthouse, Hwy 356. 662-286-8662 www.corinth.net

Aug 16th, 2008
Bright Lights, Belhaven Nights Festival
The streets of Belhaven will glow when “Bright Lights, Belhaven Nights,” the historic neighborhood’s annual arts and music street festival, celebrates one of Jackson’s oldest neighborhoods at this Southeast Tourism Society's Top 20 Event for the month of August. The event kicks off at 6:00 p.m. and is designed to promote the unique neighborhood, its people and businesses. Beginning at McDade’s and ending at New Stage Theatre, Carlisle Street will be “lit up” with some of Jackson’s best musicians, artists, craftsmen, actors, children’s events, Irish dancers, and food vendors until 9 p.m. Carlisle Street between New Stage Theatre and McDade's Market
Jackson, MS 601-352-8850

Sep 5th, 2008 - Sep 7th, 2008
CelticFest Mississippi
CelticFest Mississippi is a celebration of traditional music and dance of Ireland, Scotland, and the other Celtic nations. Always the first weekend after Labor Day, CelticFest features an exceptional variety of exciting Celtic music and dance on 6 stages from Friday evening until 7 pm Sunday, plus free cultural/artistic educational workshops, a children’s area, and food/drink and specialty item vendors. Mississippi Agriculture & Forestry Museum, Jackson, MS. 601-713-3365 http://www.celticfestms.org/index.htm

Oct. 24, 2008 – Oct. 25, 2008
Heritage Festival      
Artists and heritage craftsmen demonstrate their skills.  Hand made and home
grown goods for sale.  Actors and musicians in period costumes. Proceeds go
to the restoration and preservation of the Historic Curlee-Verandah House
Museum. Verandah- Curlee House, Jackson St. at Childs St. 662-287-8516. www.curleehouse.org