Jackson Free Press

Take advantage of the cool weather and head to the Jackson Zoological Park this evening for "Feast with the Beasts" at 5:30 p.m. Enjoy food and beverages while zookeepers talk about the animals. You may even get to see some exotic animals up close, and it's all free for zoo members. Afterward head over to the 930 Blues Cafe to see some of the Mississippi's most talented jazz and blues musicians at the first annual Autumn 'n' Blues Festival. Tonight's line up includes Jackie Bell, Bobby Rush, and Michael Burks, and admission is $25. If you can't make it tonight, the festival continues tomorrow. Find more happenings on the JFP Events page.

Saturday offers several opportunities to soak up the nice weather. Start the morning off early at Main Street Clinton's Olde Towne Market, or head to one of Jackson's farmer's markets to stock up for the coming week. Markets include the Mississippi Farmer's Market, the Greater Belhaven Market and the Congress Street Market. Take some of those goodies, pack a picnic and the kiddies, and head to the Hawkins Air Show at 10 a.m. In addition to the air show, you'll find interactive aviation simulators and plenty more food for sale. Best of all, the air show is free. You'll find more happenings on the JFP Best Bets page.

In the mood for some live entertainment and vibrant nightlife on Saturday? There is plenty to choose from. Stevie J Blues Eruption will play at F. Jones Corner at 11:30 p.m. and Mayhem String Band will play at Martins at 10 p.m. For more options, visit JFP Music Listings

It's always a good time to spring for a romantic dinner for two. To find that perfect combination of food and atmosphere, don't forget the JFP Restaurant Listings and the Menu Guide. And if it's movies you want, check the JFP Movie Finder.

On Sunday, enjoy brunch and live music by Knight Bruce at Sophia's in the Fairview Inn. At 3 p.m. St. Lukes United Methodist Church welcomes animals of all shapes sizes at at its annual blessing of the animals ceremony at 3 p.m. Check the JFP Events page for details and more choices.

Do you have your very own "I Get It Once a Week" JFP T-Shirt, yet? You don't? Really? Well, head to the JFP Swag Store and get you one.

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