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Big League Youth Skills Camp
⚾️Get Ready for the 2025 Big League Youth Baseball Fundamentals Camp!⚾️
Calling all young athletes ages 5-12! Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting out, our camp is the perfect place to level up your skills, make new friends, and have a blast on the diamond.
Instruction from Major League Stars: Fred Lewis and Matthew Lawton
Date: January 18, 2025
Time: 10am-1pm
Location: Gulfport Sportsplex Turf Fields
Fee: FREE
Register today: Forms are available at the West Side, Lyman and Orange Grove Community Centers and the Gaston Point and Herbert Wilson Recreation Centers.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: JANUARY 10, 2025
For more information, call Reggie Sims at 228-868-5881 x. 6505
Martin Luther King, Jr. Activities at LMDC
Join LMDC all day as we celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Activities will include:
- Create your own hand print in the Artist Studio to leave your mark.
- Teaching Diversity: Egg Experiment at 11am and 2pm in the "A Matter of Science" exhibit.
- Storytime at 11am & 2pm in History Hotel and "We will build together" with the Big Blue Blocks on our Gathering Place deck.
Activities included with museum admission.
LMDC Music Mondays
Lynn Meadows Discovery Center is getting musical on Mondays! Join them every Monday at 4pm for a mini music lesson!
This January, dive into 4/4 time signatures, the heartbeat of many musical masterpieces.
Discover the rhythm that keeps the beat alive as we learn, play, and explore together. Perfect for budding musicians and music lovers of all ages!
Discovery Homeschool Classes – Kenya – Kenya Textiles and Other Arts (K-2)
We invite homeschool students in grades k-8 to journey around the world with us in our all new Discovery Homeschool Classes!
Focused on STEAM, these classes will offer hands-on exploration and investigation of diverse countries and cultures!
Discovery Homeschool Classes – Kenya – Kenya Textiles and Other Arts (6-8)
We invite homeschool students in grades k-8 to journey around the world with us in our all new Discovery Homeschool Classes!
Focused on STEAM, these classes will offer hands-on exploration and investigation of diverse countries and cultures!
LMDC - Bear Cub Academy
Bear Cub Academy is a school readiness program designed for children ages 3-5, building on the foundations established in our Bear Cub Club. Through engaging activities, interactive learning, and play-based experiences, children develop essential skills in language, literacy, math, and social-emotional growth, preparing them for a successful transition into preschool or kindergarten.
When? Bear Cub Academy will meet on Tuesdays from 12:30-1:30pm.
Where? Parents will drop off on the 2nd floor of the WINGS Performing Arts & Education Building at Lynn Meadows Discovery Center
How? $10 per class (members save 10%) Registration is required and classes are limited. (does not include museum admission)
Discovery Homeschool Classes – Kenya – Kenya Textiles and Other Arts (3-5)
We invite homeschool students in grades k-8 to journey around the world with us in our all new Discovery Homeschool Classes!
Focused on STEAM, these classes will offer hands-on exploration and investigation of diverse countries and cultures!
LMDC - Tinker Tuesdays
Join us for Tinker Tuesdays, our pop-up makerspace! This creative and interactive environment is designed to inspire and encourage young minds to explore, experiment, and learn through hands-on activities.
Equipped with a variety of materials and resources, Tinker Tuesday will empower children to engage in activities related to S.T.E.A.M. in a playful and imaginative manner!
LMDC - Daddy/Daughter Valentine Dance
Put on your dancing shoes and join us for our 4th Annual Valentine’s Dance!
Whether it’s dads, grandpas, uncles, family friends, or other caregivers, this special event is the perfect opportunity to share an afternoon of music, dancing, crafts, refreshments, and photo ops—creating sweet memories to treasure forever.
LMDC Music Mondays
Lynn Meadows Discovery Center is getting musical on Mondays! Join them every Monday at 4pm for a mini music lesson!
This January, dive into 4/4 time signatures, the heartbeat of many musical masterpieces.
Discover the rhythm that keeps the beat alive as we learn, play, and explore together. Perfect for budding musicians and music lovers of all ages!
LMDC - Bear Cub Academy
Bear Cub Academy is a school readiness program designed for children ages 3-5, building on the foundations established in our Bear Cub Club. Through engaging activities, interactive learning, and play-based experiences, children develop essential skills in language, literacy, math, and social-emotional growth, preparing them for a successful transition into preschool or kindergarten.
When? Bear Cub Academy will meet on Tuesdays from 12:30-1:30pm.
Where? Parents will drop off on the 2nd floor of the WINGS Performing Arts & Education Building at Lynn Meadows Discovery Center
How? $10 per class (members save 10%) Registration is required and classes are limited. (does not include museum admission)
LMDC - Tinker Tuesdays
Join us for Tinker Tuesdays, our pop-up makerspace! This creative and interactive environment is designed to inspire and encourage young minds to explore, experiment, and learn through hands-on activities.
Equipped with a variety of materials and resources, Tinker Tuesday will empower children to engage in activities related to S.T.E.A.M. in a playful and imaginative manner!
PCA Learning Rodeo
Top Cowboys and Cowgirls compete for $150,000 in Cash Prizes!
Bulls and broncs, cowboys and cowgirls - rodeo's biggest superstars perform feats of athleticism during each performance of the professional rodeo. Whether you enjoy the thrills and spills or amazing displays of agility, the PCA Rodeo Finals is the event you won't want to miss.
It's fun for the whole family, so load'em up and move'em out, and get'em to the Coast Coliseum for a night of true down-and-dirty, in-your-face, hard-hitting fun!
The following events will take place each day: Bareback Bronc Riding, Calf Roping, Saddle Bronc Riding, Steer Wrestling, Break-a-way Roping, Ladies Barrel racing, Team Roping, Bull Riding. Kids 3 and under are considered lap children and are free admission.
Sale Dates and Times:
Public On sale : Thu, 19 Dec 2024 at 10:00 AM
LMDC Free Friday Night
The last Friday of every month, from 5pm to 8pm, admission is FREE for everyone!
It’s a great time to “treat” friends and family members to a night at the museum!
Sweetheart Market
Come shop with over 35 local vendors. You may just find something special for that special someone!
*baked goods
*spices & teas
*local honey
*jewelry
*boutique clothing
*handmade and hand carved crafts
*paintings
*pottery
*freshies
*candles
*pampered chef
*tupperware
and more!
Where:
10908 Tucker Road, Ocean Springs, MS, United States, Mississippi 39564
Growing Up for Girls
This free educational seminar led by Dr. Alisha Ware, OB-GYN, FACOG, centers on puberty and developmental changes, menstrual cycles, and how every person's body is different.
Girls ages 9-12 and their guardian(s) are invited to join us. Registration is required here: https://wearememorial.com/growing-up-girls/.
LMDC - Tinker Tuesdays
Join us for Tinker Tuesdays, our pop-up makerspace! This creative and interactive environment is designed to inspire and encourage young minds to explore, experiment, and learn through hands-on activities.
Equipped with a variety of materials and resources, Tinker Tuesday will empower children to engage in activities related to S.T.E.A.M. in a playful and imaginative manner!
Discovery Homeschool Classes – Kenya – Kenyan Children at Play (3-5)
Lynn Meadows Discovery Center offers homeschool classes including STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) topics.
They offer a hands-on, minds-on STEAM based learning experience specialized for homeschool students
LMDC - Bear Cub Academy
Bear Cub Academy is a school readiness program designed for children ages 3-5, building on the foundations established in our Bear Cub Club. Through engaging activities, interactive learning, and play-based experiences, children develop essential skills in language, literacy, math, and social-emotional growth, preparing them for a successful transition into preschool or kindergarten.
When? Bear Cub Academy will meet on Tuesdays from 12:30-1:30pm.
Where? Parents will drop off on the 2nd floor of the WINGS Performing Arts & Education Building at Lynn Meadows Discovery Center
How? $10 per class (members save 10%) Registration is required and classes are limited. (does not include museum admission)
Discovery Homeschool Classes – Kenya – Kenyan Children at Play (6-8)
Lynn Meadows Discovery Center offers homeschool classes including STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) topics.
They offer a hands-on, minds-on STEAM based learning experience specialized for homeschool students
Discovery Homeschool Classes – Kenya – Kenyan Children at Play (K-2)
Lynn Meadows Discovery Center offers homeschool classes including STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) topics.
They offer a hands-on, minds-on STEAM based learning experience specialized for homeschool students
Traintastic | Tykes & Trains
Bring your child to TrainTastic for Tykes & Trains, an early childhood education program held every 2nd Tuesday of the month for kids 4 years old and younger and their caregivers.
Each class is an hour filled with engaging, interactive activities and educational fun centered around early learning skills and their potential impact on your child's academic success. We will also equip caregivers with the tools to continue these lessons at home.
Event Details:
2nd Tuesday of the Month
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Age Group: Children 4 & Under*
Cost: $10 for child and their caregiver (additional children, up to four, $5 each) *Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.
Register at (228) 284-5731 or email education@traintastic.com. You can also register in person at 615 Pass Road in Gulfport!
Tykes & Trains 2025 Class Dates:
-January 14
-February 11
-March 11
-April 8
-May 13
** Paused June-August **
-September 9
-October 14
-November11
-December 9
Learn more at TrainTastic.com/education!
LMDC Music Mondays
Lynn Meadows Discovery Center is getting musical on Mondays! Join them every Monday at 4pm for a mini music lesson!
This January, dive into 4/4 time signatures, the heartbeat of many musical masterpieces.
Discover the rhythm that keeps the beat alive as we learn, play, and explore together. Perfect for budding musicians and music lovers of all ages!
LMDC Sensory Sundays
Sensory Sundays is an exclusive event for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and sensory processing differences to have a fun, enjoyable and interactive learning experience in a comfortable and accepting environment.
This exclusive event includes modifications of a less crowded environment and light and sound reduction.
For more information call 228-897-6039.
8th Annual Dolly Should
Paint your nails and lips and tease your hair to the heavens because it is our 8th Annual Dolly Should!
Dolly Should . . . come celebrate her birthday with us and so should you! Dolly Should is an all day event with multiple different contests and happenings all over Old Town Bay St Louis. For the second year in a row we will be hosting a Children's Book Drive in honor of Dolly’s literacy initiative. Also, everyone's favorite - the Dolly Look-Alike Contest!
This year's contest entry fee of $10 will be donated to King’s Kitchen, a free meal program in Hancock County. The Shops of Old Town Bay St. Louis will be stocked with all of the Dolly style your heart could desire. Some shops are even offering discounts to anyone dressed like Dolly! Join us for a day filled with fun, flair, and fabulous festivities all in the spirit of Dolly! Whether you're participating in a contest, enjoying the vibrant atmosphere, or just soaking in the celebration, there's something for everyone at Dolly Should!
This event is ever evolving! Keep up with all of the happenings on our social media pages as well as the official 8th Annual Dolly Should Facebook event page by Mockingbird Café
Here are just a few things happening around town.
-Children's Book Drive January 1 - January 12 throughout the shops of Old Town Bay St. Louis
-Dolly specials & shopping all day long at the shops of Old Town Bay St. Louis
-Dolly Beauty Shoppe at Second Street Boutique 12pm-6pm
-Live Dolly painting by Andrew Switzer 4pm on South Second St.
-Live music by Sweetie 4pm-7pm on Mockingbird Café main stage
-Highest Hair Contest 5pm at The Shops at Century Hall 5pm
-Dolly Look-Alike Contest 7pm at Mockingbird Café w/ DJ Doug Funnie
Dolly Look-alike Contest breakdown
-In person sign up 4pm-6pm
-Line up starts 6pm
-Contest starts 7pm w/ judging to follow
LMDC - Girl Scout Badge Workshop Daisy
Lynn Meadows Discovery Center offers several great programs developed especially for Girl Scouts.
Scouts can participate in fun-filled workshops designed to address achievements while providing authentic hands-on learning!
$15 per Scout – $5 per parent or sibling. Troop Leaders are free.
Community Safety Baby Sprinkle
Join us for the Community Safety Baby Sprinkle on Saturday, January 11th, 2025, at the Lyman Community Center!
Free for all new, experienced, and expecting moms & their families. Don’t miss out on an afternoon of education, giveaways, door prizes, and more.
Hosted by Latched In Love, LLC in collaboration with SHEA and South MS MILC League.
Registration is required: https://forms.gle/DGT4quonWDGg3Z8A6
LMDC - Girl Scout Badge Workshop Brownies
Lynn Meadows Discovery Center offers several great programs developed especially for Girl Scouts.
Scouts can participate in fun-filled workshops designed to address achievements while providing authentic hands-on learning!
$15 per Scout – $5 per parent or sibling. Troop Leaders are free.
JABOS Homecoming & Prom Closet Community Drop Off
It's that time again for our Junior Auxiliary of Biloxi-Ocean Springs Homecoming & Prom Closet: Community Drop Off Day!
Clean out your closets and donate formal dresses (short or long), accessories (jewelry, purses, and ties), and shoes to make a difference in a young person's life this Prom Season.
January 11th, 2025
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Stephens Mechanical Engineering, 925 Tommy Munro Dr Suite B, Biloxi, MS 39532
Can't make our Drop Off Day but have items you would like to donate? You can contact one of our active members or email jabos.closet@gmail.com
Pre-K Story Time with Mo
The Ocean Springs Municipal Library presents special story times every Wednesday. Pre-schoolers will enjoy the interactive time, reading together with parents, singing, and moving. Children must be accompanied by a parent or adult.
For more information contact 228-875-6732.
Gulf Coast MILC League
Do you need breastfeeding information or support? Are you pregnant and considering breastfeeding? Join our lactation and new parent support group! We offer a fun and supportive environment where you can laugh, cry, and get helpful advice from a certified lactation consultant as well as other mothers.
Scan QR Code to register or visit our website at
Homeschool Wednesday at Infinity Science Center
Join us January 8, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. for an exciting homeschool Wednesday! Discover the groundbreaking achievements of Galileo Galilei, Robert H. Goddard, and Wernher von Braun. Learn how their contributions shaped the fields of astronomy, rocketry, and space exploration.
Lab Information: STAR LAB – Home School Wednesday Learning Lab
Age Group: 12–15 years old
Curriculum: PHYSICSQUEST
Session Overview:
- Lesson Focus: Explore the fascinating world of plasma, its properties, and its role in star formation.
- Key Question: Can star energy be harnessed to create clean energy on Earth?
- Duration: 45 minutes
- Start Time: 10:00 a.m. (Please arrive on time!)
Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/243304532733147
Join us for an exciting hands-on exploration of physics and astronomy!
Discovery Homeschool Classes – Kenya – Let’s Go on a Safari (3-5)
Lynn Meadows Discovery Center offers homeschool classes including STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) topics.
They offer a hands-on, minds-on STEAM based learning experience specialized for homeschool students.
Discovery Homeschool Classes – Kenya – Let’s Go on a Safari (K-2)
Lynn Meadows Discovery Center offers homeschool classes including STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) topics.
They offer a hands-on, minds-on STEAM based learning experience specialized for homeschool students.
Discovery Homeschool Classes – Kenya – Let’s Go on a Safari (6-8)
Lynn Meadows Discovery Center offers homeschool classes including STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) topics.
They offer a hands-on, minds-on STEAM based learning experience specialized for homeschool students.
Toddler Tuesday at Pine Hills
Join us for a gardening project for toddlers!
Visit Chomper’s Playground and also visit The Wild Side Animals and feed the goats!
This event is Free and open to all ages although geared towards activities for toddlers and preschoolers. Come and go as you’d like!
Science Cafe: Fossils Presentation
Join Science Café on the Coast for a presentation on “Fossils” with Meaghan Huseman, Conservation Educator at the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science. Discover the history of Mississippi’s fossils, how they form, and the creatures that once roamed the region. Don’t miss this fascinating journey through Earth’s history on Monday, January 6th, at 6:00 PM at the Margaret S. Sherry Memorial Library—perfect for fossil enthusiasts of all ages!
This event offers those with minimal background in science the chance to meet and discuss scientific issues in a relaxed social setting.
Admission is free and open to the public with light refreshments available.
Margaret S Sherry Memorial Library is located at 2141 Popps Ferry Rd, Biloxi, MS 39532.
Questions? Please call 228.388.1633
Biloxi 12th Night Celebration
Join us Sunday January 5 to kick off Carnival season on the Gulf Coast!
Beginning at 5p, Coastal Krewe Royalty will parade through downtown to City Hall where they will ceremoniously illuminate the building in Carnival colors followed by the presentation of the 2025 flag bearers for Gulf Coast Carnival Association.
Afterwards, we invite everyone to enjoy live music, merriment, and local foods - maybe even king cake!
Long Beach Art & Artisan Market
Weekly gathering of ARTISTS and ARTISANS from throughout the Gulf Coast joining together to offer their ORIGINAL Art pieces and other ARTISANAL HANDMADE & HOMEMADE items.
Come visit the Beautiful Long Beach Town Green to see the Market and be sure to check out the shops and restaurants within walking distance while you are there
Krewe of Wonder Mardi Gras Ball
Registration is NOW OPEN for the Krewe of Wonder Mardi Gras Ball!
💜💚💛Junior Auxiliary of Biloxi-Ocean Springs' Bridge the Gap is excited to partner with Embrace Abilities and Order of Glaucus for the first ever Krewe of Wonder Mardi Gras Ball!
Krewe of Wonder is a celebration of the unique and extraordinary children and teens with special needs and neurodivergence.
💜💚💛 Krewe of Wonder was created to shine a spotlight on kids' remarkable potential, strength, and individuality! In a world that can sometimes overlook their brilliance, we want to show how special they truly are and give them a celebration of Mardi Gras they might not otherwise have the opportunity to experience.
Here’s everything you need to know about this magical evening:
Date: Saturday, January 11, 2025
Time: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: Ocean Springs Civic Center, 3730 Bienville Blvd, Ocean Springs, MS 39564
Dress Code: Formal Attire – While formal attire is encouraged, we understand that sensory issues can make certain clothing uncomfortable. Please feel free to make adjustments as needed to ensure comfort while maintaining the festive spirit.
Parent/Guardian Required: All attendees, regardless of age, must have a parent or guardian present.
Important Details:
Open to students with disabilities aged 3-21, their siblings, parents/guardians, and allied professionals. Those 18-21 must be currently enrolled in a school or educational program.
Each attendee must be registered individually.
Attendance is limited to 150 tickets, so register early to secure your spot!
Event Highlights:
Dancing
Crafts
Photo Booth
Light Finger Foods
Krewe of Wonder King and Queen drawing for children with unique needs!
Register here: https://embrace-abilities.springly.org/.../508359-y-krewe...
Let’s make this an unforgettable evening in celebration of inclusiveness, friendship, and the magic of Mardi Gras!
LMDC - Winter Day Break Camp
Winter Break Day Camp is designed for ages 4-10 and filled with activities that bring science and art alive for children!
A variety of learning experiences include: Art, STEM, Cooking, Museum Exploration and much more!
Our enthusiastic, experienced staff provides a fun-filled, safe environment for children to embrace the camp experience.
$35/day (members receive 10% off)
Before and after care available: AM care $10 per day 7:30-9am/PM care $10 per day 4pm-5:30pm
LMDC Free Friday Night
The last Friday of every month, from 5pm to 8pm, admission is FREE for everyone! It’s a great time to “treat” friends and family members to a night at the museum!
Sponsored by Hancock Whitney
First Baptist Gulfport Christmas Eve Service
First Baptist Gulfport Candlelight Service
You are invited to join us at First Baptist Gulfport this Christmas Eve at 4:30pm for a family-friendly, uplifting Christmas Eve service, featuring meaningful worship, an uplifting message, and carols sung by candlelight.
Let your friends & family know that "You're Going!" and invite them to come with you! We can’t wait to worship with you and yours!
Vancleave Public Library Christmas Cookies & Crafts
Christmas Cookies & Crafts
The Vancleave Public Library invites families and friends to a month-long holiday celebration, “Christmas Cookies & Crafts,” happening every day in December. Hosted by the library staff, this festive event encourages community members of all ages to stop by anytime to decorate Christmas cookies and create seasonal crafts in a cozy, welcoming environment.
From sweet treats to creative projects, this holiday event is the perfect way to enjoy the spirit of Christmas at the library. Drop in to take part in the fun and spread some cheer.
