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Dec. 6th Council of Garden Clubs of Laurel and Jones County Will host this year's "Holiday Tour of Homes" fundraiser on from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
The tour features four historic 6th Avenue homes along with St. John's Episcopal Church, where attendees can enjoy holiday entertainment and refreshments.
Tickets are $20 and can be purchased in advance at Patina's, Southern Antiques, and Goodness Gracious, or at St. John's Episcopal Church (541 N. 5th Ave.) on the day of the event.
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Mar. 21st, 2027 The Meistersingers of Mississippi The ensemble will perform J.S. Bach’s landmark masterwork, "St. John Passion". First staged in 1724, the piece draws from the Gospel of John and is composed for soloists, chorus, and orchestra. The performance is scheduled for Palm Sunday and will feature the return of guest conductor Dr. Jay Dean.
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Ongoing - First Tues. of each month Alzheimer’s/Dementia Caregiver Support Group Meeting
Covington County Hospital invites caregivers of individuals affected by Alzheimer’s and dementia to attend its dedicated support group meeting.
The group meets regularly on the first Tuesday of every month from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Sessions are held locally in the hospital's ER Classroom.
For more details or questions regarding the meetings, call 601-698-0128.
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Auto Thefts The Hattiesburg Police Department is warning residents about a recent increase in auto thefts and are urging drivers to take simple steps to secure their vehicles.
Investigators report that most of the recent thefts involved vehicles that were left running and unattended or unlocked with the keys inside.
HPD emphasizes that these incidents are largely preventable. Residents can reduce the risk by turning off their vehicles, taking keys, locking doors, closing windows, and removing or concealing valuables.
Anyone who sees suspicious activity or has information about vehicle thefts is encouraged to contact Hattiesburg Police at 601-544-7900 or submit an anonymous tip through Crime Stoppers at P3Tips.com.
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Caregiver Support Group Monthly meetings will be held from 11 a.m. until noon at The Pause Café at Life Church on Highway 84 west of Laurel.
Virtual options are available.
Contact the church for more details; its website is linked just below this sentence.
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Domestic Violence Awareness Info from Hattiesburg Police
The Hattiesburg Police Department says if you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, help is available at these phone numbers
\ HPD Victim Services Unit: 1-800-649-1092
\ National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) — confidential, 24/7
\ If in immediate danger: Call 911
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Domestic Violence If you are a victim of abuse or know someone who is, call the Domestic Abuse Family Shelter, toll free at 1-800-649-1092 for help. All calls will be confidential.
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Matching Donors This is the social networking platform that saves lives. MatchingDonors.com links organ donors with people in need of kidney and other organ transplants.
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Oak Grove Public Library: English as a Second Language Classes
Take place every Wednesday from 5:15 p.m. to 6:15 p.m.
Led by a dedicated community volunteer, the program is primarily designed for adults who are either beginning to learn or currently refining their English skills.
It serves as a valuable local resource for those looking to improve their language proficiency in a welcoming environment.
The library is located at 4958 Old Hwy. 11; for more details, call the library at 601-296-1620.
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Oak Grove Public Library: Tues. & Thurs. Storytime Takes place every Tuesday and Thursday at 10:30 a.m. for children ages zero to five.
Each session features a unique theme curated by librarians that includes stories, songs, crafts, and opportunities for socialization.
These activities provide a fun and engaging environment for young children to develop essential early literacy skills.
The library is located at 4958 Old Hwy. 11; for more details, call the library at 601-296-1620.
