Coming Events
Arts Council Will March And Stroll In Christmas Parade
The Water Valley Arts Council will be marching and strolling in the 2nd “Decorate your Bike, Buggy, or anything on Wheels” during the Water Valley Christmas Parade.
If interested in participating in the parade, please call Pati D’Amico at 662-473-0972 for further details . Thank You!
Classes At Mississippi Baptist Seminary Resume On Sept. 25
The Mississippi Baptist Seminary will meet on Thursday, September 25, at 6:30.p.m. in Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church. The course of study for this semester is “Worship.”
New students should come prepared to register for class at 6 p.m. Please call Mamie H. Shields, Dean of the Coffeeville Center, at (662) 675-2920, for further information.
Live Music Planned At Pickin’ Shed Friday And Saturday Night
The Pickin’ Shed, located on Highway 9 West at Banner will have a singing weekend September 26 and 27. Friday night there will be live music with the House Band, including J. D. Long and Bill Bailey, The Ellis family, and Jerry and Spin Smith. Saturday will be karaoke. Music begins at 7 each night and a potluck meal is served at 6. All are are welcome. There is no admission, but donations are appreciated.
JA Hosts BBQ, Blue Jeans & Blues Fundraiser For Children
Junior Auxiliary of Water Valley is hosting BBQ, Blue Jeans & Blues, a fundraiser for children. This event will be held Saturday, October 11, at 5 p.m. on Enid Lake. It will feature barbecue plates and live music. Contact any JA member for information and tickets, email jawvms@gmail.com or visit the JA Facebook page.
WVHS Principal Invites Parents To Forum
Principal’s Link will be held at Water Valley High School on Monday evening, September 29, beginning at 6 p.m. All parents and members of the school community are invited to come to this informal time of sharing and fellowship. There is no agenda; the floor is open for anyone to ask questions, make suggestions, share concerns or share hopes and dreams for the future. Join Principal Glenn Kitchens for this open forum.
‘Story Of Your Hat’ Luncheon Scheduled In Oakland
“This and That Tell Me the Story of Your Hat” Luncheon will be held Saturday, October 4, beginning at 1 p.m., in the Masonic Temple in Oakland. Tickets are $10. Ladies, please wear your hats. For more information call (662) 380-1725.
Annual Walker Cemetery Cleaning Day Is October 4
The annual Walker Cemetery cleaning is scheduled Saturday, October 4. All family and friends wanting to participate are encouraged to come early with yard tools and a covered dish to share for lunch afterward. Anyone unable to attend, but who would like to make a donation, may do so at the Mechanics Bank to the Walker Cemetery Fund. If you have any questions please contact Sheila Nelson at (662) 473-1295.
Funds Needed For Cemetery Upkeep At Camp Ground
Funds are needed for the upkeep of Camp Ground Cemetery. The cost for this service is approximately $2,500 a season. Funds can be sent to Mechanics Bank, P. O. Box 707, Water Valley, MS 38965. Contributions are sorely needed. Thank you for your assistance.
Driver’s Flat Sponsors Car Show
An open competition car show will be hosted by Driver’s Flat Baptist Church October 11, starting at 9 a.m. The church is located on Calhoun County Road 284, two and one-fourth miles west of Highway 9W.
There will be a free fish or chicken dinner. Donations will be accepted to benefit James Potts, who battled cancer.
There will be preaching/singing. There will also be a $200 cash prize drawing for car participants.
For more info contact: Stacy Watkins, (662) 832-9078, or Jerry Adams, (662) 934-4764.
Date Set For Annual Parade
The annual Water Valley Christmas Parade will be Saturday, December 6, beginning at 1 p.m. The rain date will be the following Saturday, if needed. All churches, businesses, factories, school groups, and individuals are urged to participate in the Water Valley Christmas Parade. Contact J. C. Womble at 473-3190 or email jcwomble53@yahoo.com or Bobby Murphree at 473-2501, to register your entry for the parade. There is no entry fee. Use your imagination and make plans to participate in the annual Water Valley Christmas Parade. The parade is sponsored by the Tri-Lake Fairground Association.
