Saturday October 31
Calvary Food Pantry to distribute
Calvary Food Pantry, at 36 Ward-Riddick Road, just east of Parchman off Highway 32, will distribute food from 8-9 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 31, 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 is on the next-to-last Saturday of each month.
Faith Food Pantry will distribute
Faith Food Pantry, located at 30028 Highway 32, Charleston, will distribute food from 11 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 31. Food pantry distribution day is on the next-to-last Saturday of each month.
Sunday November 1
Sandy Bayou sets Thanksgiving
Sandy Bayou Missionary Baptist Church, located five-and-a-half miles southwest of Webb, will host a pre-Thanksgiving worship service program on Sunday, Nov. 1, at 11 a.m. Everyone is invited to attend.
Blue Cane church homecoming set
Blue Cane Missionary Baptist Church during their annual homecoming program on Sunday, Nov. 1, at 2 p.m. Rev. James Johnson of the Indiana Missionary Baptist Church will be the guest speaker. The public is invited, said Blue Cane pastor Rev. Clint Brown.
Rollins to honor pastor, wife on 25th
Rollins United Methodist Church will host a 25th-year appreciation event for Rev. Willie and Renee Williams on Sunday, Nov. 1, at 2 p.m. The theme is “Shepherd, The Flock of God,” from 1 Peter 5:2. Guest speaker will be Rev. Tony Young, pastor of Pleasant Hope Missionary Baptist Church in Lambert. The public is invited to join in celebrating “25 years of faith, service and dedication.”
Tuesday November 3
After-school art class set at CARE
CARE will host after-school art class on Tuesday, Nov. 3, for ages 5 to 12. The program is free, with classes at 3:30 and 4:30. Snacks will be provided.
Friday November 6
Garden club plans fall luncheon
The Charleston Magnolia Garden Club’s annual fall luncheon will be held on Friday, Nov. 6, from 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m., at the Charleston First Presbyterian Church Family Life Center. The cost is $15 for dine-in or carry-out, and the menu will include tenderloin, green beans, carrots, sweet potato, choice of tea or water, and dessert. For tickets, contact Martha Joe Venable at 662-647-2735 or 662-609-8231.
John Allison book signing on tap
A book signing with John Allison will be held Friday, Nov. 6, starting at 6 p.m., at the CARE building in Charleston. A limited number of copies of Allison’s new book, “My Mississippi Summers: City Boy in a Country World,” will be for sale that evening. They may also be purchased on Amazon. The book includes personal recollections of Allison’s childhood trips from New York to the Mississippi Delta, including the Tippo community where his father, jazz legend Mose Allison, was born and raised. For more information, call CARE at 662-647-0942.
Saturday November 7
Panola/Tallahatchie Field Day set
Panola/Tallahatchie County Forestry Field Day will be held Saturday, Nov. 9, from 9 a.m. until noon, in Courtland. Discussion will include wildlife habitat, ice storm damaged trees, fire safety and more. For information, contact the Tallahatchie County Extension Service office in Charleston at 662-647-8746.
Rollins will host Thanksgiving meal
Rollins United Methodist Church invites everyone to join them for their annual community Thanksgiving meal on Saturday, Nov. 7, from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the church located at 500 2nd St. in Tutwiler. “Come enjoy a Thanksgiving meal as we gather in the spirit of love, unity, and giving thanks. Everyone is welcomed,” a church spokesperson said.
Sunday November 8
Persimmon Grove sets church event
Persimmon Grove Missionary Baptist Church, on Sharkey Road, will celebrate their annual church anniversary on Sunday, Nov. 8, at 2 p.m. Guest speaker will be Rev. Donnie Roebuck, pastor of New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church of Rome and Pleasant Grove Missionary Baptist Church of Webb. Everyone is invited, said pastor R.C. Chambers.
St. John plans homecoming service
All are invited to St. John Missionary Baptist Church, 331 Church St., Charleston, for the 121st church anniversary and homecoming service on Sunday, Nov. 8, at 3 p.m. The anniversary message will be delivered at 11 a.m. by minister Kenny Curry, son of the late deacon Robert and Ernestine Curry. Pastor Jessie Mary Herring will deliver the afternoon message at 3. Dinner will be served following the morning.
“Please join us for this special occasion of worship, fellowship, and thanksgiving,” said minister Lynn Byrd, who may be contacted at 662-719-3131 for more information.
Sunday November 15
Holly Grove lauds pastor, wife on 38th
Holly Grove Missionary Baptist Church will honor pastor J.H. Brown and wife on the occasion of their 38th year of service with a special program set for Sunday, Nov. 15, at 2 p.m. Guest speaker will be Rev. Dr. R.A. Myers, of Mount Olive Baptist Church, Tillatoba. Everyone is invited.
Morning Star to honor pastor, wife
Morning Star Church of God in Christ, located at 1016 Morning Star Dr., Tippo/ Charleston, will conduct a pastor and first lady appreciation program for Rev. Bertram and Catasha Bailey, Sunday, Nov. 15, at 2 p.m.
Guest speaker will be Superintendent Andre Curry, of Word of Life Church of God in Christ in Indianola. All are invited.
Saint Paul will have homecoming
Saint Paul Christian Methodist Episcopal Church, 484 W. Main St., Charleston, will have their annual homecoming day program at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 15.
Guest speaker will be Rev. Carl Ray, pastor of Union Grove Missionary Baptist Church and Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church.
Everyone is cordially invited to attend.
Rollins sets Thanksgiving worship
Rollins United Methodist Church, located at 500 2nd St. in Tutwiler, will host a community Thanksgiving worship service on Sunday, Nov. 15, at 2:30 p.m. Guest speaker will be Rev. Matthew Hackworth, pastor of First Presbyterian Church in Sumner.
“Join us as we come together in worship, praise, and thanksgiving for God’s many blessings,” said a spokesperson.
Monday November 16
Medicare counseling offered locally
It’s almost time to review, switch or enroll in a Medicare drug plan. Your local State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) counselor will be available to assist with the open enrollment process and will appear at the Tallahatchie County Courthouse in Charles-ton Monday, Nov. 16, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.
If you wish to call instead, have your red, white and blue Medicare card and a list of all current prescriptions and call Alex Bradley at 662-561-4100.
Remember, open enrollment is from Oct. 15 until Dec. 7, and any changes made during this time will take effect Jan. 1, 2027.
Medicare open enrollment counseling is a joint venture of SHIP, North Delta Planning and Development District and the Mississippi Department of Human Services.
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