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Sports League Registrations, at Jackson Medical Mall (350 W. Woodrow Wilson Ave.). The Department of Parks and Recreation conducts registration for the upcoming season. Interested individuals can register between 8 a.m.-5 p.m. weekdays. Call 601-960-0471.
• Slammin' Jammin' Youth Basketball League Registration, through April 22. Youth ages 8-17 may participate. A birth certificate and recent photo are required. $10 per player.
• Girls' Softball League Registration, through April 29. A birth certificate and recent photo are required. $10 per player.
• Hershey's Track and Field Youth Program Registration, through May 10. Youth ages 9-14 may participate. A birth certificate and recent photo are required. Free.

Monday, April 18,

Horses for Handicapped April 18-21, at Mississippi State Fairgrounds (1207 Mississippi St.). Children and adults with disabilities can enjoy horseback riding, wagon rides and other activities from 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. daily. Free; visit horsesforhandicappedms.com.

The Main Event Festival and Event Conference, April 18-20, at Hollywood Casino (711 Hollywood Blvd., Bay St. Louis). Mississippi Main Street Association's first regional conference will give insight on organizing and hosting festivals and large events. $150; call 601-944-0113.

5:30 p.m., Pink Ribbon Party: Breast Cancer Support Group, at Baptist Medical Center (1225 N. State St.), at Hederman Cancer Center. Clinical dietitian Brittany Hammons talks about understanding your nutrition needs while managing breast cancer. Registration required. Free; call 601-948-6262 or 800-948-6262.

Tuesday, April 19

11 a.m., Dealing with the Pain, at Baptist Medical Center (1225 N. State St.), in Hederman Cancer Center. At some points during cancer treatment, pain can be an unwelcome side effect. Registered nurse Deniece Ponder explains how to ease your discomfort and find relief. Registration required. Free, $5 optional lunch; call 601-948-6262 or 800-948-6262.

5:30 p.m., Jackson Public School Board Meeting, at Jackson Public Schools (621 S. State St.). The JPS School Board meets for its regular session, open to the public. Free; call 601-960-8700.

6 p.m., Treatment for Sweaty Palms, at Baptist Health Systems, Madison Campus (401 Baptist Drive, Madison). In the Community Room. Thoracic surgeon Dr. Michael Koury discusses what causes hyperhidrosis, and medical and surgical treatments for it. Registration required. Free; call 601-948-6262 or 800-948-6262.

6 p.m., Jackson City Council Meeting, at Jackson City Hall (200 S. President St.). The Jackson City Council holds its regular meeting, open to the public. Free; call 601-960-1033.

Wednesday, April 20

Noon, "History Is Lunch," at William F. Winter Archives and History Building (200 North St.). Retired history professor David Crosby will present "Mixed Messages: Rabbit Foot Minstrels' Long History and Ambiguous Legacy." Bring lunch; coffee and water provided. Free; call 601-576-6998.

Thursday, April 21

Easter Portraits, at Jackson Medical Mall (350 W. Woodrow Wilson Ave.). Tyler's Gift Shop and More in association with Simple Photography will take pictures at Center Stage. $10 per pose; call 601-405-7812 to schedule an appointment.

8:30 a.m., State Institutions of Higher Learning Meeting, at Jackson Convention Complex (105 E. Pascagoula St.). In Theater Level Meeting Rooms 3-4 on the west third floor. The board of trustees holds its regular meeting, open to the public. Call 601-432-6647.

8:30 a.m., Mississippi Economic Council Annual Meeting, at Jackson Convention Complex (105 E. Pascagoula St.). The event includes networking, a lecture by Bob Santelli, executive director of The Grammy Museum, and music by the Williams Brothers and Homemade Jamz. $75, $65 members; call 601-969-0022 or 800-748-7626.

9 a.m., Adult Computer Class, at G. Chastaine Flynt Memorial Library (103 Winners Circle, Flowood). Learn to send and receive email. Free; call 601-919-1911.

9 a.m., Global Debate, at Madison Central High School (1417 Highland Colony Parkway, Ridgeland). The Madison Central High School Global Debate Team will discuss the topic of states ratifying the UN Convention on the rights of migrant workers and their families. Open to the public. Free; call 601-856-7121, ext. 5157.

11 a.m., Ultimate Fashion Show and Champagne Luncheon at Country Club of Jackson (345 Saint Andrews Drive). The show will feature spring fashions modeled by people of all ages. Proceeds benefit the Diabetes Foundation of Mississippi's Camp Kandu program. $50; call 601-957-7878.

5 p.m., Rock-paper-scissors Ultimate Challenge, at The Bulldog (6111 Ridgewood Road). Watch contestants compete for a chance to participate in the national championship in Canada. There is a 64-contestant limit; registration is required. Teams are welcome. Proceeds benefit Young Leaders in Philanthropy's Imagination Library program. $15 entry fee, $5 admission; visit youngleadersinphilanthropy.com.

6 p.m., Precinct 3 COPS Meeting, at Jackson Police Department, Precinct 3 (3925 W. Northside Drive). These monthly forums are designed to help resolve community issues or problems, from crime to potholes. Call 601-960-0003.

6 p.m., "Know Your Rights" Legal Symposium, at Jackson City Hall (200 S. President St.). The theme is "Street Law 101." A panel of experts will give information on employee rights, criminal law, the record-expunging process and renter's rights. Free; call 601-353-5566.

6:30 p.m., Leadership/Personal Development and Life Skills Seminar Series, at Operation Shoestring (1711 Bailey Ave.). Operation Shoestring and Kuumba Promos host the seminars on first and third Tuesdays. during the school year. The series is intended to introduce leadership and life management skills to local youth. Enrollment is required. Free; call 601-353-3663 or 601-957-2969.

7 p.m., "Birds in Southeastern Indian Art and Lore," at Clinton Community Nature Center (617 Dunton Road, Clinton). In Price Hall. Dr. Samuel O. Brookes, an archaeologist with the U.S. Department of Agriculture, will show artifacts that employ bird motifs and will discuss how birds are tied to Indian culture. Free, donations welcome; call 601-926-1104.

Friday, April 22

10 a.m., Earth Day: Party for the Planet, at Jackson Zoo (2918 W. Capitol St.). Learn about the earth and what you can do to protect it through educational games and activities. $8, $5 children 2-12, $7.20 seniors, members and babies free; call 601-352-2580.

4 p.m., Farish Flourish, at Farish Street Park. The Farish Main Street Project hosts the event in celebration of Earth Day. Come for poetry, acoustic music, an art competition, information on becoming earth-friendly, healthy foods and more. Free admission; call 601-291-7381.

Saturday, April 23

7 a.m., Breakfast with the Easter Bunny and Animals, at Jackson Zoo (2918 W. Capitol St.). Enjoy a buffet of breakfast food and a personal tour of the zoo with animal care staff. Space is limited; reservations required. $9, $7 children 2-12, $8.20 seniors, members and babies free; call 601-352-2580.

9 a.m., Easter Egg Hunt, at Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum (1150 Lakeland Drive). The event takes place on the museum grounds. $6, $4 ages 3-18; call 601-432-4500.

10 a.m., "General Manager of the Universe" Workshop, at Mississippi School for Therapeutic Massage (1935A Lakeland Drive). The six-hour interactive class taught by Jamie Roth explores taking responsibility for one's own life, understanding intuition and releasing victim mentality. $65 in advance, $75 day of class; visit intuitiveencounters.com.

6 p.m., Mississippi Immigrants Rights Alliance Fundraiser Dinner, at El Torero Mexican Restaurant & Grill (Parkway Place Shopping Center, 4337 Lakeland Drive, Flowood). MIRA honors the 70th birthday of founder and executive director Bill Chandler. RSVP by April 21. $40, $70 couple, $20 students/children; call 601-968-5182.

Monday, April 25

12:30 p.m., First Commercial Bank/Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame Celebrity Golf Tournament, at Reunion Golf and Country Club (880 Mannsdale Road, Madison). The tournament includes a tee gift, lunch, dinner, proximity and hole contests, on-course refreshments and door prizes. $1,600 team of five plus celebrity; call 601-982-8264.

Through April 29

Pages of Promise Book Drive, at United Way (843 N. President St.). Donate books needed for the Jackson Public Schools summer reading program. Visit myunitedway.com for a list of books. Call 601-948-4725.

Through May 1

Summer Youth Institute Call for Applicants, at University of Mississippi (100 University Ave., Oxford). The Winter Institute and the Medgar Evers Institute are the sponsors, and the program will be held June 10-18. Bringing together rising high-school sophomores and juniors, the institute will provide training in leadership, community building and civil rights history. It includes workshops and field trips, and will focus on providing tools to participants so that they can support local community improvement. The application deadline is May 1. Students will receive some high school credit for participating. Free; call 662-915-6734.

Through May 2

Library Registration Assistance Awards, at Mississippi Library Commission (3881 Eastwood Drive). In spring 2011, the Mississippi Library Commission will offer Registration Assistance Awards to library support staff applying for certification in the American Library Association's Library Support Staff Certification (LSSC) Program. Applications are available at mlc.lib.ms.us. The submission deadline is May 2. Recipients will be selected by random drawing May 6. Free; call 601-432-4498.

Through May 31

Summer Camp Open Enrollment, at Jackson State University (1400 John R. Lynch St.). Kids Kollege is now accepting applications for the Classic Summer Camp and the CDF Freedom Schools Summer Program, which will take place in June and July. Participants can take educational classes in math, science, and reading as well as recreational courses in sports, dance, and art. Children ages 5-17 are eligible. Call the office for fees at 601-979-1142.

Through Oct. 29

Farmers' Market, at Byram Farmers Market (20 Willow Creek Lane, Byram). The market is open Monday-Saturday from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. until Oct. 29. Products include fresh produce, wildflower honey, roasted peanuts, jams, jellies, birdhouses, and baskets and gourds for crafting. Call 601-373-4545.

Through Dec. 17

Farmers' Market, at Mississippi Farmers Market (929 High St.). Shop for fresh locally-grown fruits and vegetables from Mississippi farmers, specialty foods, and crafts from local artisans, including the Greater Belhaven Market. The market is open Saturdays from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. During the peak growing season, hours are 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Call
601-354-6573.

Through Dec. 24

Farmers' Market, at Old Fannin Road Farmers' Market (1307 Old Fannin Road, Brandon). Homegrown produce is for sale Monday-Saturday from 8 a.m.-7 p.m. and noon-6 p.m. Sunday until Christmas Eve. Call 601-919-1690.

Ongoing


Jackson 2000 Study Circles Program, at University of Mississippi (100 University Ave.). The program includes six two-hour sessions of dialogue and problem-solving to encourage racial harmony and community involvement. Jackson 2000 is looking for participants from all walks of life to sign up, and sessions will be scheduled soon. E-mail [e-mail missing].


Jackson Public Schools Call for Volunteers. Jackson Public Schools is seeking volunteers from the community to be mentors for seniors enrolled in the Advanced Seminar: Employability Skills course. Call 601-960-8310.



Medical Mall Moment Report at WOAD 1300 AM. Find out about the Jackson Medical Mall Foundation's current activities every second Friday of the month at 8:30 a.m. Call-ins to 601-995-1400 are welcome. Send your questions and comments in advance to [e-mail missing] or call the office for more information. The broadcast is also available on jacksonmedicalmall.org. Call 601-982-8467.



Cancer Rehab Classes at Baptist Medical Center (1225 N. State St.), in the Activity Room of the Hederman Cancer Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2 p.m. The class helps cancer patients enhance cardiovascular strength, endurance, their immune system and bone density. It helps to increase overall strength and stamina, decrease fatigue and weight loss, and improve digestion. Registration is required. Free; call 601-948-6262 or 800-948-6262.



Weekly Storytime at Pearl Public Library (2416 Old Brandon Road, Pearl). Each Tuesday, Baby Bookworms Storytime for children ages birth-36 months is at 9:30 a.m., and Preschool Storytime for children ages 3-6 is at 10:30 a.m. The event includes stories, rhymes, music and a puppet show on the last Tuesday of the month. Free; call 601-932-2562.



Youth Women's Cycling Group. Get fit while participating in a fun, recreational environment Saturdays at 10 a.m. The club is for young girls ages 13-17. Free; call 601-559-5577.

Mississippi River Master Naturalist Program, at Southern Cultural Heritage Center (1302 Adams St., Vicksburg). The program is open to anyone ages 18 and up and covers a broad range of naturalist education topics including the hydrology, ecology, habitats, plants, insects, fishes and birds of the Mississippi River. The course of study can be completed in as few as 10 weeks or as long as 1 year depending on the participant's schedule. The cost covers membership in the National Audubon Society and books for the course. The program can be taken for college or CEU credits through several regional colleges. Additional costs will apply. $350; call 601-661-6189.

Business Plan Workshops, at New Horizon Church International (Renaissance South, 1770 Ellis Ave.). Get hands-on, individualized or small-group assistance to develop your customized business plan. Sessions are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 a.m.-noon or 5:30 p.m.-7 p.m., and first and third Saturdays from 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Appointment required. Call 601-371-1390, 601-371-1296 or 601-371-1427.

Tutoring Sessions and Peer-to-peer Study Groups, at Richard Wright Library (515 W. McDowell Road), in the Community Room. Sessions are every other Saturday from 9-11:30 a.m.; call to confirm dates. Students in grades 8-12 and GED students are welcome to get help with research projects, state subject areas tests, English, science, history and math. School supplies and snacks provided. Free; call 601-948-4725 or 601-372-1621.

National Alliance on Mental Illness Family Support Group, at St. Dominic Hospital (969 Lakeland Drive), in the St. Catherine Room. NAMI Mississippi offers a support group for family members who have an adult relative with a mental illness on second Thursdays at 7 p.m. Free; call 601-899-9058.

Programs on WMPR 90.1 FM and wmpr901.com.

• Women for Progress Radio Broadcast. Dorothy Stewart and Willie Jones host the program on Thursdays from 6-7 p.m. Topics include education, economics and politics. Call 601-918-5137.

• Mayor Harvey Johnson Jr. Show. Every Friday from noon-12:30 p.m., Jackson mayor Harvey Johnson Jr. discusses activities, issues and other newsworthy items that are occurring in the city of Jackson. Call 601-960-1084.