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Ongoing - Wed. & Sat.  Forrest County Farmers Market   Hattiesburg’s oldest market since 1947 is open every Wednesday and Saturday from 7 a.m. to noon at 1200 Corrine Street. This indoor facility provides easy parking and accessible shopping for locally grown produce, home-baked goods, and handmade crafts regardless of the weather. It remains a staple for the community, offering a wide variety of Mississippi-made products from local vendors and artisans. For more details, call 601-545-6082. https://www.facebook.com/ForrestCountyFarmersMarket/ Now until Nov. 15th Petal Area Chamber of Commerce Is hosting a First Responder Holiday Turkey Drive to show appreciation for local emergency personnel this Thanksgiving.  Community members can sponsor a 12–14 pound turkey certificate from Corner Market for $30 to benefit members of the Petal Fire, Petal Police, Petal School District Police, and Forrest County Sheriff's Departments. Each sponsored turkey includes a recognition letter listing the donors who contributed to the effort. Donations and registrations can be submitted online.  More details from petalchamber.com E-mail: lindsay@petalchamber.com Select dates until Nov. 15th LLT presents "Clue"  The comedy murder mystery, directed by Sallie Mitchell, hits the Laurel Little Theatre stage. Based on the 1985 cult-classic film and classic board game, the fast-paced farce brings six uniquely named strangers together at a remote mansion on a dark and stormy night.  Upon arriving, the guests discover they are all being blackmailed by their mysterious host.  Click on the website just below this sentence for more details and ticket information. https://www.laurellittletheatre.com/ Select dates until Nov. 20th  Dixie EPA: Stuff-A-Bucket Truck Food Drive   Takes place at South Central Place in Laurel.  Dixie Electric Power Association is hosting this year's series across the Pine Belt this November to assist local families ahead of the holiday season. Designed to help area organizations stock their shelves during a high-need time of year, these three events will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. \ Friday, Nov. 13, at Grocery Depot in Laurel (benefiting Laurel Christian Food Mission) \ Tuesday, Nov. 17, at Norman’s in Waynesboro (benefiting the Baptist Children’s Village of Wayne County) \ Friday, Nov. 20, at Corner Market in Petal (benefiting the Macedonia Baptist Church food pantry). Shoppers can participate by purchasing nonperishable items from wish lists provided at each grocery store entrance to help fill Dixie Electric's bucket trucks. All collected donations will go directly to the participating local organizations to serve individuals facing financial strain throughout the holidays and winter months. DixieEPA.com Now until Dec. 1st Video Auditions for "Les Misérables" Hub City Players, in cooperation with FestivalSouth, is accepting video submissions for a chance to join the ensemble finales in their upcoming production of "Les Misérables". Running June 8–12, 2027, the spectacular new production marks the 40th anniversary of the landmark musical and serves as the opening event for FestivalSouth 2027 in Hattiesburg. Performers of all backgrounds who can bring character and conviction to the stage are encouraged to submit a video featuring a simple costume and a clear performance. Featuring an all-star cast and large-scale stage design, this production brings the classic story of passion, revolution, and redemption back to the local stage. www.hubcityplayers.com/do-you-hear-the-people-sing Online entry form E-mail: hubcityplayers@gmail.com Raffle ticket sales now until Dec. 5; Pancake Day Dec. 7 Kiwanis Club of Laurel The club is hosting its traditional all-you-can-eat Pancake Day on Saturday, December 7 at First Baptist Church of Laurel and The YWCO. The event features fresh pancakes, sausage, and beverages for $10, with free admission for children ages three and under. The club is holding a 50/50 raffle of this year's Pancake Day. Entrants have the opportunity to win a cash prize equal to half of the total funds raised through ticket sales. All proceeds from the raffle directly benefit the Kiwanis Club of Laurel to support educational programs for local students.  Click the link below this sentence to purchase your tickets now. https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2026-laurel-kiwanis-pancake-day-raffle Now until Dec. 18th  WJMS Showchoir Fundraiser  Do you have any gently worn, used, or new shoes you no longer need? Give them a second life by donating them to West Jones Middle School's fundraising event.  Donations can be dropped off at the middle school, West Jones Elementary, Holt and Associates, or the Children's Specialty Clinic of Laurel. Contact the school for more details. West Jones Middle School Nov. 15th The Meistersingers of Mississippi Their fall concert will celebrate legendary American composer George Gershwin. The Meistersingers will preform "Fascinating Rhythm," "Strike Up the Band," and pieces from his opera, "Porgy and Bess." The performance starts at 3 p.m. at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Hattiesburg. www.meistersingersofms.com Nov. 21st  Classic Car Cruise-in  Takes place from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. at Temple Baptist Church (5220 Old Hwy. 11, Hattiesburg). The event is for the benefit of The Fellowship of Christian Athletes. For more details, call 601-596-4298. Nov. 21st  2nd Annual Showin’ Out for St. Jude Charity Car Show    Takes place at Atwood Water Park in Monticello. Organized by Jaret C-Rider and Lee Johnson, the event donates 100% of its proceeds to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Last year’s inaugural show raised more than $8,000 with more than 150 registered vehicles. Organizers hope to exceed those numbers this year with a goal of bringing in 200 vehicles and raising $9,000 for the cause. Click on the Facebook link below this sentence for more details. Showin’ Out for St. Jude Charity Car Show Editor's Note For more events, please click on the second arrow button from the right.  The two central arrow buttons will advance this calendar backward and forward one page. If you're looking for the ongoing events we talk about, they're listed at or near the end of our calendar. The best thing to do is click on the rightmost arrow button below.  Thanks for letting Pine Belt Radio and thepinebelt.com serve you. Doug Morris doug@pinebeltradio.com Showing 1-10 of 31 records.