Saturday October 18
Calvary Food Pantry to distribute
Calvary Food Pantry, at 36 Ward-Riddick Road, just east of Parchman off Highway 32, will distribute food from 7:30-9:30 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 18, for those living in the West Tallahatchie area and in Sunflower County outside the city limits of Drew (which has its own food pantry). Food pantry distribution day is the next-to-last Saturday of each month.
Gateway to the Delta Festival on tap
The 14th Gateway to the Delta Festival will be held around the Charleston courthouse square on Saturday, Oct. 18, beginning at 10 a.m. and winding down at 11 p.m.
This largest annual festival in Tallahatchie County boasts a fun run/walk; arts and crafts and other booths galore; food trucks; class reunion tents; a Kids Zone featuring children’s inflatables, a country petting zoo, games and other activities; car show; children’s pageant; the “Smoochin’ Scissors” pig-kissing contest; community award presentations; live musical entertainment throughout the day and into the night, and more. Admission is free.
For more information, visit the festival website at charlestongatewayfestival.org. To keep up with the very latest plans as the event date nears, follow Gateway to the Delta Festival on Facebook. For vendor and other information, contact CARE at 662-647-0942 or email gatewaytothedeltafest@gmail.com.
Cross of Christ offers fall festival
Cross of Christ Love Center, located at 173 Depot St. in Charleston, will present “Fall Into Wellness,” a community fall festival event, on Saturday, Oct. 18, from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m.
The public is invited to join for a celebration of the autumn season. Admission is free, and this event is being held in partnership with the Mississippi State Department of Health.
Various vendors will offer a range of services. There will be food, door prizes, fun activities and wellness education.
For more information about the event, contact Brenda Wilson at 662-647-4661 or email her at brendacuteandcool1964@gmail.com.
Tillatoba Baptist sets fall fest event
Tillatoba Baptist Church will conduct their fall fest celebration on Saturday, Oct. 18, from 4 to 6:30 p.m. There will be fun, food, fellowship and a hayride at 6. The event is free, so everyone is encouraged to mark their calendar and make plans to be there.
Rollins banquet to honor pastor, wife
Rollins United Methodist Church will conduct its first appreciation banquet honoring Rev. Willie Williams and first lady Renee Williams on Saturday, Oct. 18, at 5 p.m. The event will be held at the Tutwiler Community Education Center, located at 301 Hancock St. Attire will be semiformal.
Clergy appreciation set at armory
The second annual District of Tallahatchie Association Clergy appreciation will be held on Saturday, Oct. 18. The event begins at 6 p.m. at the former National Guard armory, located at 409 S. Cossar St. in Charleston.
Guest speaker will be pastor Johnathan Tucker of New Albany. The event is sponsored by pastor spouses. For more information, contact Yolanda Cotton or Dorothy Ray.
Sunday October 19
Truevine church sets women’s day
Truevine Missionary Baptist Church, Brazil, under the pastorage of Michael S. Baker II, will host women’s day on Sunday, Oct. 19, starting at 11:30 a.m. The guest speaker is evangelist Rosie Handy of Valley Queen Missionary Baptist Church in Marks. Refreshments will be served.
Jerusalem will honor pastor, wife
Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church will conduct an appreciation program for their pastor, Rev. James Brooks, and his wife on Sunday, Oct. 19, at 2 p.m. Pastor Louis Cedric Reed of Salem Missionary Baptist Church in Greenwood will be the guest speaker. Everyone is invited.
Silver Star to celebrate 96th year
The Silver Star Missionary Baptist Church of Rome, located at 208 Main St., will commemorate its 96th year anniversary on Sunday, Oct. 19, at 3 p.m. Pastor Sylvester Walker of New Beginning Missionary Baptist Church in Webb will serve as guest speaker. Dr. Gregory Braggs Sr. is pastor of Silver Star.
Tuesday October 21
Cattlemen’s meeting at Extension
A cattlemen’s meeting will be held Tuesday, Oct. 21, at 6 p.m., at the Tallahatchie County Extension office, 202 S. Market St., Charles-ton. The topic is “Herd Health.” A meal will be provided. To RSVP, call 662-647-8746.
Thursday October 23
CHS tells of homecoming parade
The Charleston High School homecoming parade will be Thursday, Oct. 23, at 5 p.m.
The parade theme is “Midnight in Paris,” and the grand marshal will be East Tallahatchie School District Superintendent Raymond Russell.
The parade will start on East Walnut Street, head down South Market Street, loop around Tallahatchie General Hospital’s parking lot, turn left onto Cypress Street, right onto South Franklin to Family Dollar, right onto West Main, go around the court square and down Cossar Boulevard before turning right onto South Cossar Street and ending at the former National Guard armory.
There is no entry fee, and former classes, members of the community and organizations interested in participating in this year’s parade may contact CHS Assistant Principal Ja’Net Blackmon at the school office, 662-647-5359 or by email to tjblackmon@etsdk12.org. Everyone is welcome to join the parade.
Saturday October 25
Women’s safety topic at St. John
The Daughters of Destiny Women’s Fellowship invites all to their meeting on Saturday, Oct. 25, at 10 a.m., in the St. John Missionary Baptist Church fellowship hall. Guest speaker Ms. Taranetta Harris, a Tallahatchie County deputy, will share information on the topic “Women’s Safety: Secure in Your Surroundings.” Come and be informed, encouraged and empowered. The church is located at 331 N. Church St., Charleston. For more information, contact minister Lynn Byrd at 662-719-3131.
Faith Food Pantry to distribute
Faith Food Pantry, located at 30028 Highway 32, Charleston, will distribute food from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 25. Food pantry distribution day is usually the next-to-last Saturday of each month. This October distribution was delayed by one week.
Cossar park sets Halloween festival
A Halloween festival will be held Saturday, Oct. 25, from 4-7 p.m., at George Payne Cossar State Park, located at 165 County Road 170, Oakland. The public is invited to attend for an evening of fun and entertainment. There will be a cakewalk, sack racing, face painting and more. Refreshments will be served. The gatehouse will be open, and a $2 entry fee will be collected.
Sunday October 26
Taylor Chapel to host homecoming
Taylor Chapel Christian Methodist Episcopal Church will conduct their annual homecoming program on Sunday, Oct. 26, at 2 p.m. Guest speaker will be Rev. Thomas Keys of West Hill CME Church. All are invited.
New Town sets anniversary program
New Town Missionary Baptist Church will host an anniversary program for their pastor and wife, Rev. Preston and Anita Coleman, on Sunday, Oct. 26, at 2:30 p.m. Rev. Carl Ray, pastor of Mt. Olive and Union Grove Missionary Baptist churches, will be the guest speaker. Everyone is invited to attend.
Popular Springs plans anniversary
Popular Springs Missionary Baptist Church, located at 1128 Bethel Road, Enid, will celebrate their 92nd church anniversary on Sunday, Oct. 26, at 2:30 p.m. Rev. Cornelius Conley, pastor of St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church, will be bringing the message. All are invited to attend, noted Popular Springs pastor Coya Blackburn.
St. Luke to celebrate pastor’s 40th
The St. Luke Missionary Baptist Church of Tippo will celebrate the 40th year appreciation program for pastor James Brown on Sunday, Oct. 26, at 3 p.m. Guest speaker will be Rev. Johnny Smith of Pine Bluff, Arkansas. Everyone is invited. For more information, contact Mary Christian at 662-647-5946.
Thursday October 30
Agriculture budgeting topic of event
“Budgets and Recordkeeping in Agriculture” will be the topic of a program Thursday, Oct. 30, at 6 p.m., at the Tallahatchie County Extension office, 202 S. Market St., Charleston. A meal will be provided. RSVP: 662-647-8746.
Friday October 31
Tillatoba Baptist ‘Trunk or Treat’ set
Tillatoba Baptist Church will conduct a Trunk or Treat Friday, Oct. 31, beginning at 5:30 p.m. The event is free. All are invited.
Charleston ‘haunted library’ on tap
On Friday, Oct. 31, from 6-8 p.m., the haunted library returns to the Charleston Library for children 12 and under. All children must be accompanied by an adult (not an older sibling). Admission is $1 per person. Prepare for a “scary good time” at the haunted library.
Sunday November 9
St. John will celebrate 120 years
St. John Missionary Baptist Church, located at 331 Church St., Charleston, will conduct their 120th church anniversary/homecoming service on Sunday, Nov. 9, at 3 p.m.
The anniversary message will be delivered by Rev. Tyrone Edwards, pastor of Massey Grove Missionary Baptist Church of Oakland.
“Please join us for this special occasion of worship, fellowship, and thanksgiving,” said spokesperson, minister Lynn Byrd.
For details, call St. John pastor Darryl Booker, Wilma Weston or Byrd at 662-719-3131.
Miscellany
TGH/ECF won’t trick-or-treat
Tallahatchie General Hospital and Extended Care Facility will not be participating in the Charleston community’s trick-or-treating this year. “We hope that you all have a safe and happy Halloween,” said a spokesperson.
