Friday June 5
Free summer fun kits available at library
Free summer fun kits will be available at the Tallahatchie County Library in Charleston on Friday, June 5. Each kit is filled with coloring pages, games and an easy craft that can be completed at homes with glue sticks and crayons. Kits are also available in larger quantities for daycare and church groups. Anyone who needs more than 10 kits at one time is advised to call 662-647-2638 to schedule a pickup time.
Saturday June 6
Birdia Keglar Legacy events planned this week
The Birdia Keglar Legacy Committee announces the 21st annual celebration to take place Saturday, June 6, in the Charleston area beginning at 10 a.m. with a drum call to the community on the lawn of the Tallahatchie County Courthouse in Charleston.
The celebration will bring together leaders and community representatives standing steadfast in keeping alive efforts of Mrs. Keglar before her untimely death on Jan. 11, 1966.
An annual cavalcade will proceed from Court Square to New Town Church, where the afternoon will feature reflections of the commitment of Mrs. Keglar and other pioneers.
Participants in this year’s celebration will be reminded of the history of the Birdia Keglar Legacy. A voter education presentation, the awarding of the 2026 BKLegacy scholarship, entertainment, trivia, giveaways and lunch will also be a part of the day’s event.
Everyone is invited. For more information, contact Gwen Dailey at 662-609-6701 or LaJoyce Stewart at 662-417-4950.
Sunday June 7
St. John Mother Board induction scheduled
The St. John Missionary Baptist Church family announces the upcoming induction of four members into the Mother Board. All are invited to attend the special service Sunday, June 7, at 11 a.m., at St. John, 331 N. Church St. in Charleston.
Those receiving this distinguished honor are Ms. Rose Ella Brown, Mrs. Fannie Dunn, Mrs. Lois Turner and Mrs. Linda Walker. The four new inductees will join current St. John Mother Board members Doris Taylor and Ruthie Blue.
“Each honoree has demonstrated longstanding dedication and faithful service to St. John and is truly deserving of this honor,” said minister Lynn Byrd.
For more information, contact Byrd at 662-719-3131.
Saturday June 13
‘Rally for a Cure’ cancer fundraiser on tap
The annual Rally for a Cure cancer fundraising event will be held Saturday, June 13, from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m., at the old National Guard armory in Charleston. The event will consist of both live and silent auctions, a sweep shop, cakewalk, health care tables and more. Delmont Wings and Things food truck will be set up with food and drinks to purchase. Rally T-shirts may be purchased for $25 from any board member. Contact Brenda Willis at 662-752-9267 or Myrtle Jordan at 662-647-1784 for more information.
Sunday June 14
New Beginning celebrates men’s day program
New Beginning church of Webb, located at 656 N. Chickasaw, will celebrate annual men’s day on Sunday, June 14, at 2 p.m. Guest speaker will be Zackary Harris, pastor of Mt. Evia Baptist Church in Batesville. The host pastor is Sylvester Walker. All are invited.
DS4 Gospel Group’s anniversary event slated
DS4 Gospel Group of Sumner will host their 33rd gospel celebration Sunday, June 14, at 4:45 p.m., at Pleasant Valley Missionary Baptist Church, 1051 Walnut St., in Clarksdale.
Scheduled guest appearances will be by the Cork Sisters, Kaiser Singers, Cedric King & King Sisters, Bessie Boyd & Chosen, Dianne & Spiritual Angels, Tim Shaw, The Brothers, Dynamite Jewels, Tim Frieson and more. All are invited.
For information, contact Katherine Jones at 662-392-9262.
Monday June 15
Persimmon Hill sets weeklong VBS classes
Persimmon Hill Missionary Baptist Church will host annual Vacation Bible School, Monday, June 15, through Friday, June 19, at 7 nightly. The theme is “Hooked! Reeled in to Serve God.” The adult instructor will be pastor George Forest of Rocky Mountain Missionary Baptist Church of Water Valley. Everyone is invited to attend, noted pastor Andrew Fluker and secretary Gwen Herron.
Friday June 19
4-H Lego Club scheduled for three dates
4-H Lego Club, conducted by the Tallahatchie County 4-H Club in partnership with CARE, will be held Friday, June 19; Tuesday, June 30; and Tuesday, July 7, at the CARE building in Charleston. This club is for youth ages 8-13. Tallahatchie County 4-H Extension Agent Shelbie Phelps urges anyone interested to call CARE at 662-647-0942 to register.
Saturday June 20
NCDO Father’s Day pancake breakfast slated
The Charleston chapter of the National Charleston Day Organization will host its annual Father’s Day pancake breakfast on Saturday, June 20. The event will be held at the Charleston Day Center, located on David Alford Memorial Road, aka Oak Grove Road, from 8-10 a.m.
Attendees are invited to enjoy a full breakfast featuring bacon, sausage, eggs, grits, fruit, coffee and juice.
Meals will be available for dine-in at the center’s multipurpose room or for carry-out.
Organizers say this event serves as an excellent opportunity to celebrate a father figure in a communal atmosphere.
The cost is $12 per plate. For more information, contact Bennie Paige at 901-208-5189.
Calvary Food Pantry tells of distribution
Calvary Food Pantry, at 36 Ward-Riddick Road, just east of Parchman off Highway 32, will distribute food from 8-9 a.m. on Saturday, June 20, 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.
Faith Food Pantry to distribute foodstuffs
Faith Food Pantry, located at 30028 Highway 32, Charleston, will distribute food from 11 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 20. Food pantry distribution day is on the next-to-last Saturday of each month.
Charleston library to host book-signing event
J. Alexander Williams will be signing copies of his book, “N. S. & Me: My Personal Journey of Healing,” on Saturday, June 20, from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m., at the Tallahatchie County Library in Charleston. The book chronicles the author’s personal journey through Nephrotic Syndrome, a rare kidney disorder. Justin is the son of Johnny and Shirley Williams.
Sunday June 21
Holly Grove sets special day for men, women
Holly Grove Missionary Baptist Church will conduct their annual men’s and women’s day program on Sunday, June 21, beginning at 2 p.m. Guest speaker will be Rev. Cornelius Conley, pastor of St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church in Charleston. All are invited to attend, said Holly Grove pastor J.H. Brown.
Taylor Chapel three-night revival set
Taylor Chapel Christian Methodist Episcopal Church invites the public to attend revival services Sunday, June 21, through Tuesday, June 23. The Sunday night service begins at 6 while Monday and Tuesday services start at 7. Guest speaker will be minister Rodney Johnson. “We thank you in advance for your spiritual support,” said pastor Floyd Meeks.
Friday June 26
Ladies Paint Night will be held at CARE
CARE will host a ladies paint night class on Friday, June 26, starting at 5:30 p.m. Join other ladies of the Charleston community for a fun night of painting and snacks. The session is free, but donations are appreciated. Registration is suggested. Call 662-647-0942 or stop by CARE to register.
Miscellany
Two churches preparing for Bible School
Calvary Chapel at Parchman and Faith Baptist Church of Charleston have arranged to host Vacation Bible School for children in this area the week of July 12-15.
A team of VBS teachers from First Baptist Church in Trussville, Alabama, will assist local church workers in providing a fun and safe learning experience for children age 3 to high school.
The Bible school theme for both churches will be “Illumination Station.”
To help parents with scheduling, the children will be provided a light meal during VBS.
From Sunday through Tuesday, July 12-14, Calvary Chapel will host their VBS from 5:30 until 8:30 p.m.
From Monday through Wednesday, July 13-15, Faith Baptist Church will host VBS from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. daily.
Calvary Chapel is located just north of Highway 32, seven-tenths of a mile east of Parchman. Faith Baptist is located seven-tenths of a mile east of Charleston on Highway 32.
Correction or clarification
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