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02-05-2025
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Who's playing at the Highland Jazz and Blues Festival 2025? Find out here
The Highland Jazz and Blues Festival is returning for its 21st year on Saturday, September 13. This year's festival will showcase memorable musical performances on three stages and plenty of activities for the whole family. This free one-day festival will feature a lineup of powerhouse performers, emerging artist and local and regional favorites. This year's headliner is Kenny Neal -- a second-generation Bluesman and one of the strongest modern proponents of Louisiana Swamp Blues. Neal grew up playing music with his dad, Slim Harpo and Buddy Guy. Other musical acts will include Curtis Mills Collective, Josh Madden and his Blues Brothers Tribute Band, Doug Duffy and BADD and Grammy award nominee, Buddy Flett. According to Highland Jazz and Blues Festival, this year will be unique because the festival is introducing a third stage, called the Inspiration Stage. Inspiration Stage will showcase performances by aspiring musicians from local schools including the Creswell Blazin' Beatz, Bossier Parish Schools Talented Arts Program, Caddo Parish Schools Talented Arts Program, North Desoto Middle School Jazz Band and Benton High School Jazz Band. This stage will also include an interactive, educational and fun performance from Lady Chops, Northeast Louisiana Arts Council 2024 Performing Artist of the Year and former Off-Broadway 'STOMP' cast member. 10 a.m. - Buddy Flett 11:30 a.m. - Doug Duffy and BADD 1 p.m. - Josh Madden and his Blues Brothers Tribute Band 2:30 p.m. - Curtis Mills Collective 4:30 p.m. - Kenny Neal and his Big 7 Piece Band 10:30 a.m. - Everett Street Jazz 11:30 a.m. - Daniel Scott Quintet 1:30 p.m. - Stilettos 3 p.m. - Floyd Grigsby and the 5GK Band 4:30 p.m. - The Shreveport Bone Society 10:15 a.m. - Creswell Blazin' Beatz 10:45 a.m. - Benton High School Jazz Band 11:45 p.m. - Bossier Parish Schools Talented Arts Program 1:15 p.m. - Caddo Parish Schools Talented Arts Program 2:45 p.m. - Lady Chops 4:15 p.m. - North Desoto Middle School Jazz Band 'The board of directors and myself are very proud of the lineup and poster artwork for the 21st Highland Jazz and Blues Festival,' said Emerie Eck Holtzclaw, Executive Director. 'This festival is for the community, by the community, which makes it a wonderful experience for everyone in attendance.' Last year, Highland Jazz and Blues Festival created a contest for juniors and seniors at local high schools to design the official poster for the festival. This year, DaMetrius Haggerty from Northwood High School was chosen as the winning artist. His poster design originated from a historical jazz nightclub setting that includes various blue tones and a spotlight highlighting the jazz musicians. The Highland Area Partnership presented Haggerty with $500 for his work on the official poster. More: Who won Taco Wars 2025 in Shreveport? Prize Foundation announces results Makenzie Boucher is a reporter with the Shreveport Times. Contact her at mboucher@ This article originally appeared on Shreveport Times: Check out who's playing at the Highland Jazz and Blues Festival 2025
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22-03-2025
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2025 Hal's St. Paddy's Parade celebrates Mississippi's Blues heritage
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The 42nd Hal's St. Paddy's Parade & Festival will take place in downtown Jackson on March 22, 2025. The theme for this year's celebration is 'Hey, Hey, The Blues is All Green,' highlighting the rich Blues heritage of Mississippi. The grand marshal is legendary Bluesman and Jacksonian Jesse Robinson. 2025 MARL Pet Parade The parade and festival will raise funds for Children's of Mississippi, the state's only hospital for children. 'Hal's St. Paddy's Parade & Festival is more than just a celebration,' said Malcolm White, Parade & Festival Founder. 'It's a homecoming, a showcase of creativity, and a testament to the spirit of Jackson. Every year, we bring people together in a sea of green to share joy, music, and community. I can't wait to see the streets come alive again with the magic of this tradition!' The full Saturday parade day schedule includes a pet parade benefitting Mississippi Animal Rescue League, a children's parade, the Hal's St. Paddy's Parade, and official After Party at Hal & Mal's. The entire schedule of events for the celebration can be found online. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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21-03-2025
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Events happening this weekend in Mississippi: March 21-23
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Take some time to unwind with friends, family or yourself this weekend. Below you'll find a list of some fun events going on this weekend (March 21-23) around Mississippi. – Jackson – Friday The Stomp, a long-standing St. Paddy's tradition, gets us all in the spirit for parade weekend! Enjoy food, drinks, and music at Cathead Distillery before stomping your way to Hal & Mal's. – Jackson – Friday The venerable Bluesman and 2025 Hal's St Paddy's Parade Grand Marshal leads an all-star band to play the dining room of Hal & Mal's. – Clinton – Friday Crooked Creek String Band is a four piece band that plays Bluegrass, Americana, and a variety of other musical genres on traditional acoustic instruments. – Natchez – Friday You will meet at Conde Contemporary to pick up your passport, then stop at each location for one glass of wine and a small bite. Your passport will have all participating locations as well as the wine and small bite pairings at each location. Lenten Fine Arts Series – Vicksburg – Friday The featured performers will be the Warren Central High School Choir. Fish Fry – Vicksburg – Friday The Fish Fry will be from 5:30 pm until 7:00 pm at Knights of Columbus, 310 Fisher Ferry Rd. Dine in or Carry Out. The price is $15 for adults and $10 for kids 12 and under. – Jackson – Friday and Saturday Join the award-winning LeFleur Museum District for an imagination-filled Spring Break during Week of Wonder! – Jackson – Friday, Saturday & Sunday Discover over 125 incredible merchants showcasing their exclusive items that you won't find anywhere else. From gourmet foods to unique gifts, trendy fashion, and exquisite home décor, this event has it all. – Jackson – Friday, Saturday & Sunday This exhibition will feature over 50 handmade and machine-stitched quilts from MMA's permanent collection, including Crossroads Quilters, Gwendolyn Magee, and several collected by American photographer Roland L. Freeman on his travels. – Jackson – Friday, Saturday & Sunday Enter the wonderfully puzzling world of Mindbender Mansion, an eclectic place full of brainteasers and interactive challenges guaranteed to test the brain power and problem solving skills of even the most experienced puzzlers! Hurricane Katrina: Mississippi Remembers – Jackson – Friday, Saturday & Sunday Hurricane Katrina: Mississippi Remembers showcases photographs by Vicksburg-based artist Melody Golding, documenting the resilience of Mississippians after the storm. – Natchez – Friday, Saturday & Sunday The tours offer an intimate look inside the city's grandest homes. – Natchez – Friday, Saturday & Sunday Gospel music star Ditty Blaylock promises a reunion of the Blaylock Sisters, her three adult daughters who were once a national sensation as 'little superstars for Jesus.' But the sisters have been estranged for over twenty-five years-and reconciliation seems impossible. Will the show go on? Gold in the Hills – Vicksburg – Friday, Saturday & Sunday Since 1936, Gold in the Hills is the Guinness Book of Worlds Records' longest-running show. – Jackson – Saturday The theme for this year's celebration is 'Hey, Hey, The Blues is All Green,' highlighting the rich Blues heritage of Mississippi. The grand marshal is legendary Bluesman and Jacksonian Jesse Robinson. – Jackson – Saturday The Hal's St. Paddy's official after party will take place at Hal & Mal's. The event will feature DJ 13BlackBeard, the Molly Ringwalds and Pop Fiction. – Jackson – Saturday Enjoy live music performed by the soulful sounds of singer Lady Malana. – Jackson – Saturday From persimmons to peaches, from bok choy to butter beans, the Mississippi Farmers Market is the one place to go for the freshest fruits and vegetables that are grown in the state. – Natchez – Saturday This year's theme, 'Royalty Revisited: the Power behind the Throne,' honors the rich tradition of the Natchez Spring Pilgrimage and the Pilgrimage Garden Club. – Natchez – Saturday The dinner will feature Chef Taylor Bowen Rickett's of Fan & Johnny's in Greenwood, Chaz Lindsey of Pulito Osteria in Jackson, Joey Thompson of Moondog Makers & Bakers in Corinth and Caylen Caldwell of Wishes Bakery in Natchez. – Natchez – Saturday Proceeds from the event will benefit Natchez Stewpot. – Natchez – Saturday Every week there will be live fresh produce, baked goods, fresh dairy, and arts and crafts all from local growers and artists. – Ridgeland – Saturday How does sheep's wool become handmade cloth? Chimneyville Weavers & Spinners Guild Members will show you through fiber art demonstrations! Grow your own: A Beginner's Guide to Gardening – Vicksburg – Saturday Attend a hands-on class learning the basics of starting your own garden. – Jackson – Sunday There will be food trucks, a mobile bar and giveaways. There will also be guest speakers and live podcasts filming on the main stage. – Natchez – Sunday Pretty Girls with Brains is dedicated to empowering young girls through education and self-esteem building. – Laurel – Friday Enjoy karaoke at 320 5th St. in Laurel. – Laurel – Friday In each of these workshops, participants will use various clay types and unique surface decoration techniques to create beautiful pieces of art for inside or outside their home. – Hattiesburg – Friday, Saturday & Sunday Hosted by The Racquet Club of Hattiesburg, registration price includes tennis matches, t-shirt, food, and beer for the weekend, including a fun Cajun boil on Saturday. – Hattiesburg – Friday, Saturday & Sunday Based on the novel by Daniel Wallace and the film by Tim Burton, Big Fish is a joyful and funny musical experience. – Hattiesburg – Friday, Saturday & Sunday The Hattiesburg Pocket Museum has a new exhibit every month, so be sure to head downtown for a small surprise! – Laurel – Friday, Saturday & Sunday Experience the entirety of a romantic relationship with a twist. One character tells their side of the story from beginning to end, while the other tells their side from end to beginning. – Hattiesburg – Saturday World Ballet Company presents The Great Gatsby, a mesmerizing ballet adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's classic novel. – Hattiesburg – Saturday There will be competitive fun play in various skill levels, prizes for top finishers, food, giveaways and entertainment. – Hattiesburg – Saturday You will be introduced to the world of mixed media and encaustics. – Hattiesburg – Saturday The oboe, clarinet, saxophone and bassoon studios join forces for a fun-filled day devoted to reed instruments. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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05-03-2025
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Hal's St. Paddy's Parade & Festival on March 22
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The 42nd Hal's St. Paddy's Parade & Festival will take place in downtown Jackson on March 22, 2025. The theme for this year's celebration is 'Hey, Hey, The Blues is All Green,' highlighting the rich Blues heritage of Mississippi. The grand marshal is legendary Bluesman and Jacksonian Jesse Robinson. The parade and festival will raise funds for Children's of Mississippi, the state's only hospital for children. 'Hal's St. Paddy's Parade & Festival is more than just a celebration,' said Malcolm White, Parade & Festival Founder. 'It's a homecoming, a showcase of creativity, and a testament to the spirit of Jackson. Every year, we bring people together in a sea of green to share joy, music, and community. I can't wait to see the streets come alive again with the magic of this tradition!' Registration open for 2025 Run The Rainbow for Children's The annual 'Run the Rainbow for Children's' 5k, 10k, half marathon, and marathon will take place on March 15. On Wednesday, March 19, organizers and supporters of the Hal's St. Paddy's Parade & Festival will take the celebration to Children's of Mississippi with an inaugural 'Petite Parade,' where patients can gather parade throws and experience the creativity of krewes and float makers. On Friday, March 21, Visit Jackson will present the Hal's Marching MALfunction & Second Line Stomp, a long-standing Paddy's tradition with food, drinks, and music beginning at Cathead Distillery and a second line stomp ending at Hal & Mal's. This event takes place 3:00 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. The full Saturday parade day schedule includes a pet parade benefitting Mississippi Animal Rescue League, a children's parade, the Hal's St. Paddy's Parade, and official After Party at Hal & Mal's. The entire schedule of events for the weeklong celebration can be found online. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
