2016_12 December News for printing

Vicksburg Convention & Visitors Bureau
1619 Walnut Street, Vicksburg, MS 39180
1-800-221-3536 / 601-636-9421
www.VisitVicksburg.com
News and Announcements
DECEMBER 2016
JANUARY 5, 2017 VOLUME 19, NUMBER 12
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Visitor Center Hours:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday - Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
The VCVB Visitor
Information Center is
located at 52 Old Hwy 27
off Clay St., directly
across from the Vicksburg
National Military Park.
The VCVB Executive
Offices are located at
1619 Walnut Street.
The VCVB Downtown
Visitor Center is now
located in the Jesse Brent
Lower Mississippi River
Museum open daily.
Santa is Coming to Town!
Dec. 3: Pajamas, Pancakes, and Planes
Dec. 3: Santa Claus at the Mad Baker
Dec. 3: Downtown Vicksburg Christmas Parade of Lights
Dec.4: Santa Visits the Outlets at Vicksburg
Dec. 10: Breakfast with Santa Magical Adventure in Candyland
Dec. 11: Santa Visits the Outlets at Vicksburg
Dec. 18: Santa Visits the Outlets at Vicksburg
Dec. 18: Santa Visits Openwood Plantation
Dec. 25: Santa Visits Vicksburg

Live Music
Every Sun:
LD’s Kitchen: Live Blues
Every Tue:
Every Wed:
Klondyke: Karaoke;
The Biscuit Co.: Karaoke;
10 South Rooftop Bar & Grill:
Ben Shaw;
Every Thurs:
Klondyke: Karaoke;
WaterView Casino: Star View
Showcase
Every Fri:
Klondyke: Karaoke;
The Blues Experience
Every Sat:
Klondyke: Karaoke;
Nick Secoy
Thu. Dec. 1:
Maria Signa & Ralph Miller
Beechwood:
Fri Dec. 2:
Old Court House Museum:
VHS Acapella Christmas;
Ameristar Casino:
B.B. Secrist;
WaterView Casino:
Recall
Sat. Dec. 3:
Vicksburg Convention
Center: Caroling Contest
Ameristar Casino:
B.B. Secrist;
Beechwood: Nashville South;
WaterView Casino:
Recall
Tue. Dec. 6:
Thu. Dec. 8:
Will Westley;
Dec. 1: Divine Donuts Grand Re-Opening. This event will begin at 10:00 a.m. at
Divine Donuts, 3424 Halls Ferry Road. Bring business cards for a chance to win door
prizes. For more info call 601-636-1012.
Dec. 1: MSU Annual Holiday Floral Design. This event is from 12:00 p.m. to
1:00 p.m. at Warren County Extension Office, 1100-C Grove St. Learn the newest
designs and props for holiday entertaining with Lynette McDougald. For more
information call 601-636-5442.
Dec. 1: Grand Re-Opening Celebration – City Park Pavilion. This event will
begin at 5:30 p.m. at City Pavilion, 100 Army Navy Dr. The festivities will include
children fun, skateboarding, health screening & nutrition, walking, a live jazz band,
and refreshments. For more information call Vickie Bailey at 601-634-4514.
Dec. 1: Beechwood Children’s Charity Night. Children’s Charity Night begins
at 6:00 pm at Beechwood Restaurant and Lounge, 4451 East Clay Street. All proceeds
will benefit Rainbow Farms Therapeutic Riding and Jacobs Ladder Learning Center.
The night will include live auction and live entertainment. There will be a $10 cover
charge at the door. For more information please call 601-636-3761.
Dec. 1: Wine Making with Brandon and Katie. This event will begin at 6:00
p.m. at Martins at Midtown, 1101 Belmont St. Enjoy wine making and a good
atmosphere. For more information call 60-636-2353.
Dec. 2: Richie Watts of Good Earth Pottery Signing. The artist will sign
pottery and take pictures from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Sassafras, 1406 Washington
Street. For more information call 601-638-3744.
Dec. 2: Sip and Shop Event. This event is from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Up the
Ante by Lipstick and Labels, 1208 Washington Street. For more information call 601-
501-4029.
Dec. 2: Vicksburg High School Acapella Christmas. This event will be from
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Old Court House Museum, 1008 Cherry Street.
Admission to the concert will be free, but donations will be accepted. Seating is
limited. A reception will follow. For more information call Angela Chapin 601-638-
5122.
Dec. 2: "I'm Dreaming of a Cotton Christmas" Party. This event will begin at
7:30 p.m. at the Old Constitution Firehouse Gallery, 1204 Main Street. This Delta
themed bash is the annual Vicksburg Art Association Christmas Party. Tickets are $30
each. For more information about this event visit www.vicksburgartassociation.org.
Dec. 3: Pajama’s, Pancakes, & Planes – Breakfast with Santa. This event will
be from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Southern Heritage
Air Foundation Museum Hangar located at the Vicksburg-Tallulah Regional Airport,
take exit 182 (Mound, LA) off of I-20 W. Enjoy a pancake breakfast, lots of fun
Christmas activities and a photo with Santa. This event is $10 per seat with limited
seating and tickets go on sale Nov. 1. For more information, email
patty@southernheritageair.org or call 318-574-2731.
Dec. 3: Holly Days Arts & Crafts Show. This event is from 9:00 a.m. until 3:00
p.m. Admission is $1. Holly Days will feature a room full of quality vendors
showcasing their arts and crafts, plus local talent will entertain the attendees. The live
entertainment includes RiverPointe Dance Students (9-9:30 a.m.), Jeanne Evans
Music Students (9:45-10:15 a.m.), Church of the Holy Trinity, Conservatory of the
Fine Arts Student Orchestra (10:30-11 a.m.), Judy Buys Music Students (11:15-11:45
a.m.), Debra Franco Preparatory School of Dance (noon-12:30 p.m.), Hannah Belle
(12:45-1:15 p.m.), Ms. Tabby’s Musical Theater Program (1:30-2 p.m.) and Propulsion
Dance Company (2:15-2:45 p.m.). Goldie's Express will be on site to sell delicious
barbeque lunches. For more information, visit www.southernculture.org or email
info@southernculture.org.
Dec. 3: Christmas Open House with Mr. Jingles. This event begins at 9:00 a.m.

Fri. Dec. 9:
Ameristar Casino:
Nashville South;
WaterView Casino:
Nu Corp
Sat. Dec. 10:
Center: Caroling Contest;
Ameristar Casino:
Rod Stewart Tribute Band;
Beechwood:
Dr. Zarr;
WaterView Casno:
Nu Corp
Sun. Dec. 11:
Crawford Street Church:
Christmas Cantata
Tue. Dec. 13:
First Presbyterian Church:
Vicksburg Chamber Choir
Concert
Thu. Dec. 15:
Candace Duell
Fri. Dec. 16:
Ameristar Casino:
Eddie Cotton;
WaterView Casino:
Phil Vaught
Sat. Dec. 17:
Ameristar Bottleneck Blues
Bar: Eddie Cotton;
Beechwood:
U.S.;
WaterView Casino:
Phil Vaught
Thu. Dec. 22:
Vinnie Chenney
Fri. Dec. 23:
Ameristar Casino:
Mike Rob and the 601 Band;
WaterView Casino:
Recall;
Kern Pratt
Sat. Dec. 24:
Ameristar Casino:
Mike Rob and the 601 Band;
WaterView Casino: Recall
Wed. Dec. 28:
Stace and Cassie
at Levee Street Marketplace, 1001 Levee St. Pictures with Mr. Jingles and elves will be
from 10:00a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Enjoy vendor discounts, a great atmosphere, and festive
refreshments throughout this event. For more information call 601-638-7191.
Dec. 3: Storytime at Lorelei Books. Storytime starts at 10:00 a.m. at Lorelei
Books, 1103 Washington Street. For more information call 601-634-8624.
Dec. 3: Santa Claus at the Mad Baker. This event is from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
at the Mad Baker, 1119 Washington St. This event is free and open to the public. For
more information call 601-634-1157.
Dec. 3: Downtown Vicksburg's Christmas Parade of Lights. The parade will
begin at 5:00 p.m. along historic Washington Street between Belmont and Jackson
streets. The theme of the parade is Christmas Trees & Memories. This event is
sponsored by Vicksburg Main Street Program. Call 601-634-4527 or visit
www.downtownvicksburg.org for more information.
Dec. 3: A Man Called Ove. This film will be shown at 7:00 p.m. at the Strand
Theatre, 717 Clay Street. Advance tickets are $5 at Highway 61 Coffeehouse or $7 at
the door. For more information call 601-501-6107 or visit www.stagepopup.com.
Dec 3: 12th Annual V105.5 Caroling Contest. The V105.5 Caroling Contest will
be at 7:00 p.m. at the Vicksburg Convention Center, 1600 Mulberry Street. For more
information call the VCC office at 601-630-2929.
Dec. 4: Santa Visits Outlets at Vicksburg. This event is from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00
p.m. at the Outlets at Vicksburg, 4000 S Frontage Rd. Come see and take pictures
with Santa for the holiday. For more information call 601-636-7434 or visit
www.outletsatvicksburg.com.
Dec. 4: H.C. Porter New Blues Book Signing and Art Show. This event is
from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at H. C. Porter Gallery, 1216 Washington St. Chris Porter
will sign books for her new fine art series Blues@Home: Mississippi’s Living Blues
Legends. For more information about this event, visit hcporter.com.
Dec. 6: Small Business Contracting Seminar. This event is from 10:00 a.m. to
12:30 p.m. at the Vicksburg Convention Center, 1600 Mulberry St. This seminar will
discuss how to do business with the veteran’s administration, veteran’s administration
certification, state certification, and securing government contracts. For more
Dec. 6: Business after Hours. This event will be from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at
WaterView Casino, 3990 Washington St. For more information call 601-636-1012 or
visit www.vicksburgchamber.org.
Dec. 8: DIY Wreaths on a Budget. This event begins at 12:00 p.m.at MSU
Warren County Extension Services, 1100-C Grove St. Come see how easy and
inexpensive it can be to make really cute wreaths for your home. For more
Dec. 8: Santa is coming to the Ivy Place. This event will be held from 5:30 p.m.
to 7:30 p.m. at The Ivy Place, 2451 N. Frontage Road. There will be free photos with
Santa and other surprises. For more information call 601-638-6429.
Dec. 8-11: A Tuna Christmas. The show starts at 7:30 p.m.Thu.-Sat. and at 2:00
p.m. on Sun. at the Parkside Playhouse, 101 Iowa Blvd. Tickets are $15 for adults, $10
for seniors and $8 for children. For more information call 601-636-0471.

Thu. Dec. 29:
10 South Rooftop Bar and
Grill: Brint Anderson;
WaterView Casino:
DJ 2 Tall
Fri. Dec. 30:
10 South Rooftop Bar and
Grill: Chad Perry;
Ameristar Casino:
Hunter and Gators
WaterView Casino:
Radio Inc.
Sat. Dec. 31:
WaterView Casino:
Radio Inc., DJ 2 Tall;
Ameristar Casino:
New Orleans Jukebox;
Beechwood: Snazz
Recurring
Weekly Events
Every Sun:
Downtown Vicksburg:
Extended Holiday Hours 1:30 pm –
5:00 pm:
McRaven Christmas Tours:
7:00 p.m. & 8:30 p.m. (except
Dec. 25)
Every Mon:
SCHF: Jasmine Dance Studio
Master class at 4:00 pm;
Crossfit Bayou Bluffs: Bootcamp
at 6:30 pm
Every Tues:
Warren County Public Library:
Storytime at 10:30 am.
at 6:30 pm
Every Wed:
Storytime at 10:30 am;
at 6:30 pm;
Duff Green: Power Hour Vinyasa
Yoga with Laura Marie at 6:30 pm;
The Coral Room: Beginners Yoga
in the Vicksburg Hotel at 6:30 pm;
Alcorn State University: Read
Shakespeare Out Loud Together at
5:30 pm;
Every Thurs:
Storytime at 10:30 am;
SCHF: Jasmine Dance Studio
Master class at 4:00 pm;
Dec. 9: American Queen Arrival. The American Queen will dock at the city
riverfront at 8:00 a.m. Departure is set for 1:00 p.m.
Dec. 9: Fred Briuer Book Signing. This event will be from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
at Lorelei Books, 1103 Washington St. Fred Briuer's United States Marine Corps
Emblems: 1804 to World War I is a thorough treatment of the evolution of the United
States Marine Corps’ principal distinguishing insignia. For more information call 601-
634-8624.
Dec. 9: Ribbon Cutting for Jerry’s Furniture and Mattress Center. This
event will begin at 2:30 p.m. at Jerry’s Furniture, 580 Hwy 27. For more information
call 601-636-1012.
Dec. 9-16: Christmas Pilgrimage Tour of Homes. The Vicksburg Bed and
Breakfast Association will present a Christmas Pilgrimage featuring the historic
homes of Vicksburg. The cost is $25 for a 3 home tour. A complete listing of tours,
times and prices are available at www.vicksburgpilgrimage.com. For more
information call the Baer House at 601-883-1525 or 601-456-0420.
Dec. 9: Detectives Comedy Dinner Theatre. The dinner theatre will start at
6:00 p.m. at the Baer House Inn, 1117 Grove Street. Reservations are required. For
Dec. 10: Breakfast with Santa Magical Adventures in Candyland. The 15th
Annual Breakfast with Santa will be from 8:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. at the Vicksburg
Convention Center, 1600 Mulberry Street. Tickets are $7 in advance and $10 at the
door. Raffle tickets are $1 for a chance to win a Christmas bag filled with toys and
electronics. Come and experience a magical time in a life size Candyland adventure
and an appearance by magic man Dorian LaChance. For tickets or more information
contact Sue Bagby at 601-630-2929 or email sueb@vicksburg.org.
be at 6:30 p.m. at the Vicksburg Convention Center, 1600 Mulberry Street. $10,000
will be awarded in prize money to the finalists and participating choir directors. For
more information call the VCC office at 601-630-2929.
Dec. 10: Santa’s Slay. This event will begin with cocktails from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00
p.m. and event immediately following at the Bluff, 1509 Washington Street. Tickets to
benefit are $50 and will include a silent auction, celebrity models, and special
entertainment surprises. This is a benefit event to support the programs and services
of the CAP Center. For more information or to buy tickets visit www.capcenter.net or
call 601-634-0557.
Dec. 10: Confederate Christmas Ball. The Confederate Christmas Ball, formerly
the Balfour Ball will be held from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. in the courtroom at the Old
Court House Museum, 1008 Cherry Street. Period dress is available to rent at the Old
Courthouse Museum. Admission is $60 per couple, $30 individual. A wine buffet is
included. Advance tickets only and attendance is limited. For more information
contact George "Bubba" Bolm by phone 601-636-0741 or via email
societyhistorica@bellsouth.net.
Dec. 11: Christmas Cantata. The CSUMC Chancel Choir will present the Christmas
Cantata “A Celebration of Carols” by Joseph Martin at the 10:55 a.m. worship service
at Crawford Street United Methodist Church, 900 Crawford Street. This beautiful
presentation of “A Celebration of Love” will include an orchestra with musicians from
Vicksburg and Jackson. A nursery is available. For more information call 601-636-
5612.
Dec. 11: Santa Visits Outlets. This event with Santa is from 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
at the Outlets at Vicksburg, 4000 S Frontage Rd. For more information call 601-636-
7434 or visit www.outletsatvicksburg.com.
Dec. 11: Kids in the Kitchen Christmas Cookies, Candy, and Cocoa. Kids in
the kitchen will be from 3:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at SCHF, 1302 Adams St. Margie
Heltzel will teach the Christmas cooking class for ages 4-12. The registration fee is $35
and includes all supplies as well as lots of toasty treats. Space is limited to 24 students

Every Fri.
at 5:30 am
7:00 p.m. & 8:30 p.m.
Every Sat.
7:00 p.m. & 8:30 p.m. (except
Dec. 24)
Vicksburg CVB
TEAM:
Bill Seratt,
Executive Director
Bill@visitvicksburg.com
Judy Brown,
Office Manager,
Judy@visitvicksburg.com
Ashley Gatian,
Sales Manager,
Ashley@visitvicksburg.com
Rick Martin,
Visitor Services Manager,
Rick@visitvicksburg.com
Laura Beth Strickland,
Communications Manager,
Laurabeth@visitvicksburg.com
Ka’Trina Williams,
Administrative Assistant,
Katrina@visitvicksburg.com
Travel Counselors:
Antoinette Anderson
Debbie Blossom
Brenda Harrison
Mary Hopkins
Dora Crayton
Mable Jennings
Vanessa Shiers
Pat Strange
Malcolm Triplett
VCVB Board of
Directors:
Bess Averett
Betty Bullard
Lori Burke
Patty Cappaert, Secretary
Willie Glasper, Chairman
Pat Hemphill
Trudy James
Nick Jones
Annette Kirklin, ex officio
Myra Logue
Lamar Roberts
Shirley Waring
and reservations are required. For more information or to register call 601-631-2997
or email info@southernculture.org.
Dec. 12: SCHF Annual Meeting and Luncheon. This event will begin at 12:00
p.m. at the SCHF Auditorium, 1302 Adams Street. Wyatt Waters will be the featured
speaker and lunch will be catered by Helen Abraham. Tickets are $15 and reservations
must be made by Dec. 9. For more information call 601-631-2997 or email
info@southernculture.org.
Dec. 12: Burning off those Holiday Calories “Healthy Woman Lunch
Program.” This event is at 12:00 p.m. at Merit Health River Region, 2100 Hwy 61
North in Conference Rooms A&B. Linda Fondren, Founder, Director of Shape Up
Vicksburg, will share some important information and instructions about burning
those extra holiday calories. This is a free program for women of all ages. Lunch is
provided and reservations are required. For more information call 601-883-6118.
Dec. 12: Mingle at the Mansion at the Baer House Inn. This event is from 5:00
p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Baer House Inn, 1117 Grove St. Enjoy shopping as you stroll
through the ballroom, library, billiards room and guest rooms throughout the house.
Savor a glass of wine, delight in live Christmas music provided by local musicians and
relish a few moments of ringing in the season with friends. For more information call
601-883-1525.
Dec. 13: Kids in the Kitchen Christmas Treats and Holiday Eats. Kids in the
kitchen will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at SCHF, 1302 Adams St. Margie Heltzel
will teach Christmas cooking class for ages 4-12. The registration fee is $35 and
includes all supplies as well as lots of toasty treats. Space is limited to 24 student and
reservations are required. For more information or to register call 601-631-2997 or
email info@southernculture.org.
Dec. 13: Vicksburg Chamber Choir Concert. The event will begin at 7:00 p.m. at
First Presbyterian Church, 1501 Cherry St. The choir will offer a free concert with
musicians accompanying.
Dec. 15: Excel Data Management 1. This event will be held from 8:00 a.m. to
4:00 p.m. at MSU Warren County Extension Office, 1100-C Grove St. This is an
advance Excel course instruction on how to integrate and manage data. Registration is
$20 for this class and participants must register by Dec. 12. For more information
email warren@ext.msstate.edu.
Dec. 15: Kids in the Kitchen Gingerbread House Workshop. Kids in the
kitchen will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at SCHF, 1302 Adams St. Margie Heltzel
will teach the Christmas cooking class for ages 4-12. The registration fee is $35 and
includes all supplies as well as lots of toasty treats. Space is limited to 24 student and
reservations are required. For more information or to register call 601-631-2997 or
email info@southernculture.org.
Dec. 15: Vicksburg Young Professionals Holiday Party. This event will be
from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Anchuca, 1010 First East Street. This party is free for
Vicksburg Young Professional members and $10 for non-members. A cash bar will be
available. Dress is holiday casual / holiday cocktail. You must register by December
9th by calling 601-636-1012 or by emailing lsimmons@vicksburgchamber.org.
Dec. 16: Excel Macros. This class will be from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at MSU
Warren County Extension Service, 1100-C Grove Street. This is an advanced excel
course that will teach on using Macros to be more efficient and productive. The
registration is $20 and registration must be done by Dec. 12. For more information
email warren@ext.msstate.edu.
Dec. 18: Santa Visits Outlets. Come see Santa from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the
Outlets at Vicksburg, 4000 S Frontage Rd. For more information call 601-636-7434 or
visit www.outletsatvicksburg.com.

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Vicksburg calendar of
events show on the
Radio... every Wednesday
at 8:00 am and replayed at
9:00 am & 6:00 pm on
Newstalk 1490 AM or at
www.newstalk1490.net.
Featured are the VCVB, the
SCHF, Vicksburg Main
Street, Vicksburg
Convention Center and the
Chamber of Commerce.
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2017 Events
Jan. 10, 17, 24, & 31:
Legends & Legacies
Genealogy Workshop
Jan. 15: Dr. Martin Luther
King Jr. Parade Celebration
Jan. 18-20: Leader in Me
Symposium at Vicksburg
Convention Center
Jan. 23: Williams Winter
Soup Workshop
Jan. 28: Chili for Children
Feb. 3-5; 10-12: Vicksburg
Theatre Guild presents
You’re a Good Man, Charlie
Brown.
Feb. 25: Mardi Gras Parade
Feb. 25: Carnaval de Mardi
Gras
Mar. 4: Run Thru History
Dec. 18: Santa’s Ride through Openwood Plantation. Santa will make several
prearranged and posted stops starting at 2:00 p.m. on Newitt Vick, Fairways Drive,
and the Landings Apts. Children of all ages are welcomed to come and visit with
Santa. This event is sponsored by Openwood Plantation Garden Club and Culkin Fire
Dept.
Dec. 21: Southern Book Club. The club will meet at 7:00 p.m.to discuss monthly
book. This event is free and open to the public. Call the Southern Cultural Heritage
Foundation for time and location at 601-631-2997.
Dec. 22: Bill Ferris Book Signing. This event will be from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
at Lorelei Books, 1103 Washington St. The South in Color completes an informal
trilogy of Ferris’s documentation of the South’s tumultuous twentieth century. For
riverfront at 8:00 a.m. Departure is set for 1:00 pm.
Dec. 24: The America Arrival. The America by American Cruise Lines will dock at
the city riverfront at 8:30 a.m. Departure is set for 5:30 p.m.
Dec. 25: Louisiane Arrival. The Louisiane by French America Line will dock at the
city riverfront at 8:00 a.m. Departure is set for 5:00 p.m.
Dec. 31: Louisiane Arrival. The Louisiane by French America Line will dock at the
city riverfront at 8:00 a.m. Departure is set for 5:00 p.m.
Dec. 31: New Year’s Eve Masquerade Ball. This event will begin at 8:00 p.m. at
the Vicksburg City Auditorium, 901 Monroe Street. Tickets are $25 in advance or $30
at the door. Table reservations are available. Formal attire so bring out your sequins
and top hats. For more information call Betty James 601-415-7299 or Shonna at 601-
301-0513.
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