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July/August 2022 SOCIAL SCENES

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75 Years of Fabulousness A 75th Birthday celebration was held in honor of Ginger Hyland at her home, The Towers, on July 27, 2022, in Natchez, Mississippi. The bejeweled event involved glitz, tiaras, and cocktail attire. The cocktail hour, buffet dinner, and cutting of her birthday cake included champagne toasts for many more happy years of celebrations; and the occasion concluded with a musical presentation and sing-along with guests featuring lead-singer Hyland herself and musical accompaniment by Reverend Geoff Butler and Natchez Mayor Dan Gibson.

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A Fundraiser Party for Judge Debra Blackwell A social gathering was held Thursday, June 23, 2022, at The Burn in Natchez, Mississippi, honoring incumbent candidate Judge Debra Blackwell, who is seeking reelection for Circuit Court Judge. Family, friends, and supporters gathered to show their support for her upcoming election.

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Tribute to Veterans and Book Signing Air Force veteran and author G. Mark LaFrancis of Natchez, Mississippi, presented a tribute “In Their Boots: Voices of Our Soldiers” on July 24, 2022, at St. Mary Basilica’s O’Connor Family Life Center in Natchez. The award-winning tribute is available for schools, civic groups, churches, and all nonprofit organizations through the Mississippi Humanities Council or by contacting LaFrancis at 601-442-0980. This recent presentation was sponsored by the local Knights of Columbus, a Catholic fellowship organization with patriotism as one of its core missions. Also, this occasion noted the release of Mark LaFrancis’s tenth book, A Song of Hope, a novel set in Natchez with scenes from the basilica. Subtitled A Spiritual Suspense Novel, the book depicts the life of a fourteen-year-old who comes to discoveries about himself, life, and Christianity. LaFrancis personalized copies of this book and explained that it includes numerous Natchez references.

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Lincoln County Master Gardeners’ Annual Watermelon Contest This past spring, the Lincoln County Master Gardeners’ provided approximately 600 fourth-grade students in the Brookhaven and Lincoln County schools with seeds of the Congo melon to grow for the Master Gardeners’ annual contest. Students were to bring their heaviest melon to the Master Gardener booth the final night of the Exchange Club Fair on the Saturday in August before school starts. The first place melon this year was grown by Georgia Ann Roberts of Brookhaven Academy; it weighed in at a whopping 59.8 pounds and earned a $125 prize. It is by far the biggest ever for this contest. Previously, the largest was 42 pounds. Coming in second place was Harper Kyzar and in third place was Jacey Moore, both students at Bogue Chitto Elementary School. Bogue Chitto Elementary had the most participating this year perhaps due to the encouragement of science and social studies teacher Laken Van Norman, who really likes this program. The Master Gardeners encourage more students to plant and grow their seeds next year not only for a chance to win the contest but also to have homegrown melons to enjoy. Those who do this tend to continue planting year after year, and some add vegetables to their crop. When the Lincoln County Master Gardeners initiated this contest years ago, they won first place for community programs initiated by Master Gardener chapters across the state of Mississippi.This contest is one of the many efforts Master Gardeners execute across the country to connect youth with gardening and agriculture. It can be duplicated by other chapters or organizations. One aspect to note is that only the Congo watermelon seed is distributed to the students. Why you may ask? Well, this melon is not found in stores or markets so must be grown not purchased. It is a delicious watermelon well worth the 90-day growing period from seed to table. It has unique lines on its skin distinguishing it from other species. Photography by Bill Perkins

A Garden Dedication More than fifty people gathered on June 22, 2022, at Silver Cross Health and Rehabilitation Center in Brookhaven, Mississippi, for the unveiling of a plaque commemorating a beautiful new garden dedicated to outstanding Willing Hearts Circle member Pat Duckworth. This garden was her idea for creating a peaceful place where residents and their families may find solace. Photography by Bill Perkins

A Garden Dedication More than fifty people gathered on June 22, 2022, at Silver Cross Health and Rehabilitation Center in Brookhaven, Mississippi, for the unveiling of a plaque commemorating a beautiful new garden dedicated to outstanding Willing Hearts Circle member Pat Duckworth. This garden was her idea for creating a peaceful place where residents and their families may find solace. Photography by Bill Perkins

A Garden Dedication More than fifty people gathered on June 22, 2022, at Silver Cross Health and Rehabilitation Center in Brookhaven, Mississippi, for the unveiling of a plaque commemorating a beautiful new garden dedicated to outstanding Willing Hearts Circle member Pat Duckworth. This garden was her idea for creating a peaceful place where residents and their families may find solace. Photography by Bill Perkins3

A Garden Dedication More than fifty people gathered on June 22, 2022, at Silver Cross Health and Rehabilitation Center in Brookhaven, Mississippi, for the unveiling of a plaque commemorating a beautiful new garden dedicated to outstanding Willing Hearts Circle member Pat Duckworth. This garden was her idea for creating a peaceful place where residents and their families may find solace. Photography by Bill Perkins4

A Garden Dedication More than fifty people gathered on June 22, 2022, at Silver Cross Health and Rehabilitation Center in Brookhaven, Mississippi, for the unveiling of a plaque commemorating a beautiful new garden dedicated to outstanding Willing Hearts Circle member Pat Duckworth. This garden was her idea for creating a peaceful place where residents and their families may find solace. Photography by Bill Perkins5

A Garden Dedication More than fifty people gathered on June 22, 2022, at Silver Cross Health and Rehabilitation Center in Brookhaven, Mississippi, for the unveiling of a plaque commemorating a beautiful new garden dedicated to outstanding Willing Hearts Circle member Pat Duckworth. This garden was her idea for creating a peaceful place where residents and their families may find solace. Photography by Bill Perkins6

A Garden Dedication More than fifty people gathered on June 22, 2022, at Silver Cross Health and Rehabilitation Center in Brookhaven, Mississippi, for the unveiling of a plaque commemorating a beautiful new garden dedicated to outstanding Willing Hearts Circle member Pat Duckworth. This garden was her idea for creating a peaceful place where residents and their families may find solace. Photography by Bill Perkins7

A Garden Dedication More than fifty people gathered on June 22, 2022, at Silver Cross Health and Rehabilitation Center in Brookhaven, Mississippi, for the unveiling of a plaque commemorating a beautiful new garden dedicated to outstanding Willing Hearts Circle member Pat Duckworth. This garden was her idea for creating a peaceful place where residents and their families may find solace. Photography by Bill Perkins8

A Garden Dedication More than fifty people gathered on June 22, 2022, at Silver Cross Health and Rehabilitation Center in Brookhaven, Mississippi, for the unveiling of a plaque commemorating a beautiful new garden dedicated to outstanding Willing Hearts Circle member Pat Duckworth. This garden was her idea for creating a peaceful place where residents and their families may find solace. Photography by Bill Perkins9

A Garden Dedication More than fifty people gathered on June 22, 2022, at Silver Cross Health and Rehabilitation Center in Brookhaven, Mississippi, for the unveiling of a plaque commemorating a beautiful new garden dedicated to outstanding Willing Hearts Circle member Pat Duckworth. This garden was her idea for creating a peaceful place where residents and their families may find solace. Photography by Bill Perkins10

A Garden Dedication More than fifty people gathered on June 22, 2022, at Silver Cross Health and Rehabilitation Center in Brookhaven, Mississippi, for the unveiling of a plaque commemorating a beautiful new garden dedicated to outstanding Willing Hearts Circle member Pat Duckworth. This garden was her idea for creating a peaceful place where residents and their families may find solace. Photography by Bill Perkins11

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American Cruise Line Symphony Announcement Party The City of Natchez held a cocktail party at The Carriage House in downtown Natchez, Mississippi, on August 10, 2022, to publicly announce both the arrival of the new cruise ship Symphony, headed to Natchez for its christening on August 30, and to publicly reveal the city’s association with the vessel as the God Mother City of the Symphony. In 2025, Natchez will be the “Port of Origin” for the Symphony, the locale where cruises will begin and end. Musical entertainment for the event was provided by Natchez Mayor Dan Gibson with commentary by Visit Natchez Director Devin Heath, Mayor Gibson, and The Natchez Garden Club and Pilgrimage Garden Presidents.

American Cruise Line Symphony Announcement Party The City of Natchez held a cocktail party at The Carriage House in downtown Natchez, Mississippi, on August 10, 2022, to publicly announce both the arrival of the new cruise ship Symphony, headed to Natchez for its christening on August 30, and to publicly reveal the city’s association with the vessel as the God Mother City of the Symphony. In 2025, Natchez will be the “Port of Origin” for the Symphony, the locale where cruises will begin and end. Musical entertainment for the event was provided by Natchez Mayor Dan Gibson with commentary by Visit Natchez Director Devin Heath, Mayor Gibson, and The Natchez Garden Club and Pilgrimage Garden Presidents.2

American Cruise Line Symphony Announcement Party The City of Natchez held a cocktail party at The Carriage House in downtown Natchez, Mississippi, on August 10, 2022, to publicly announce both the arrival of the new cruise ship Symphony, headed to Natchez for its christening on August 30, and to publicly reveal the city’s association with the vessel as the God Mother City of the Symphony. In 2025, Natchez will be the “Port of Origin” for the Symphony, the locale where cruises will begin and end. Musical entertainment for the event was provided by Natchez Mayor Dan Gibson with commentary by Visit Natchez Director Devin Heath, Mayor Gibson, and The Natchez Garden Club and Pilgrimage Garden Presidents.3

American Cruise Line Symphony Announcement Party The City of Natchez held a cocktail party at The Carriage House in downtown Natchez, Mississippi, on August 10, 2022, to publicly announce both the arrival of the new cruise ship Symphony, headed to Natchez for its christening on August 30, and to publicly reveal the city’s association with the vessel as the God Mother City of the Symphony. In 2025, Natchez will be the “Port of Origin” for the Symphony, the locale where cruises will begin and end. Musical entertainment for the event was provided by Natchez Mayor Dan Gibson with commentary by Visit Natchez Director Devin Heath, Mayor Gibson, and The Natchez Garden Club and Pilgrimage Garden Presidents.4

American Cruise Line Symphony Announcement Party The City of Natchez held a cocktail party at The Carriage House in downtown Natchez, Mississippi, on August 10, 2022, to publicly announce both the arrival of the new cruise ship Symphony, headed to Natchez for its christening on August 30, and to publicly reveal the city’s association with the vessel as the God Mother City of the Symphony. In 2025, Natchez will be the “Port of Origin” for the Symphony, the locale where cruises will begin and end. Musical entertainment for the event was provided by Natchez Mayor Dan Gibson with commentary by Visit Natchez Director Devin Heath, Mayor Gibson, and The Natchez Garden Club and Pilgrimage Garden Presidents.5

American Cruise Line Symphony Announcement Party The City of Natchez held a cocktail party at The Carriage House in downtown Natchez, Mississippi, on August 10, 2022, to publicly announce both the arrival of the new cruise ship Symphony, headed to Natchez for its christening on August 30, and to publicly reveal the city’s association with the vessel as the God Mother City of the Symphony. In 2025, Natchez will be the “Port of Origin” for the Symphony, the locale where cruises will begin and end. Musical entertainment for the event was provided by Natchez Mayor Dan Gibson with commentary by Visit Natchez Director Devin Heath, Mayor Gibson, and The Natchez Garden Club and Pilgrimage Garden Presidents.6

American Cruise Line Symphony Announcement Party The City of Natchez held a cocktail party at The Carriage House in downtown Natchez, Mississippi, on August 10, 2022, to publicly announce both the arrival of the new cruise ship Symphony, headed to Natchez for its christening on August 30, and to publicly reveal the city’s association with the vessel as the God Mother City of the Symphony. In 2025, Natchez will be the “Port of Origin” for the Symphony, the locale where cruises will begin and end. Musical entertainment for the event was provided by Natchez Mayor Dan Gibson with commentary by Visit Natchez Director Devin Heath, Mayor Gibson, and The Natchez Garden Club and Pilgrimage Garden Presidents.7

American Cruise Line Symphony Announcement Party The City of Natchez held a cocktail party at The Carriage House in downtown Natchez, Mississippi, on August 10, 2022, to publicly announce both the arrival of the new cruise ship Symphony, headed to Natchez for its christening on August 30, and to publicly reveal the city’s association with the vessel as the God Mother City of the Symphony. In 2025, Natchez will be the “Port of Origin” for the Symphony, the locale where cruises will begin and end. Musical entertainment for the event was provided by Natchez Mayor Dan Gibson with commentary by Visit Natchez Director Devin Heath, Mayor Gibson, and The Natchez Garden Club and Pilgrimage Garden Presidents.8

American Cruise Line Symphony Announcement Party The City of Natchez held a cocktail party at The Carriage House in downtown Natchez, Mississippi, on August 10, 2022, to publicly announce both the arrival of the new cruise ship Symphony, headed to Natchez for its christening on August 30, and to publicly reveal the city’s association with the vessel as the God Mother City of the Symphony. In 2025, Natchez will be the “Port of Origin” for the Symphony, the locale where cruises will begin and end. Musical entertainment for the event was provided by Natchez Mayor Dan Gibson with commentary by Visit Natchez Director Devin Heath, Mayor Gibson, and The Natchez Garden Club and Pilgrimage Garden Presidents.9

American Cruise Line Symphony Announcement Party The City of Natchez held a cocktail party at The Carriage House in downtown Natchez, Mississippi, on August 10, 2022, to publicly announce both the arrival of the new cruise ship Symphony, headed to Natchez for its christening on August 30, and to publicly reveal the city’s association with the vessel as the God Mother City of the Symphony. In 2025, Natchez will be the “Port of Origin” for the Symphony, the locale where cruises will begin and end. Musical entertainment for the event was provided by Natchez Mayor Dan Gibson with commentary by Visit Natchez Director Devin Heath, Mayor Gibson, and The Natchez Garden Club and Pilgrimage Garden Presidents.10

American Cruise Line Symphony Announcement Party The City of Natchez held a cocktail party at The Carriage House in downtown Natchez, Mississippi, on August 10, 2022, to publicly announce both the arrival of the new cruise ship Symphony, headed to Natchez for its christening on August 30, and to publicly reveal the city’s association with the vessel as the God Mother City of the Symphony. In 2025, Natchez will be the “Port of Origin” for the Symphony, the locale where cruises will begin and end. Musical entertainment for the event was provided by Natchez Mayor Dan Gibson with commentary by Visit Natchez Director Devin Heath, Mayor Gibson, and The Natchez Garden Club and Pilgrimage Garden Presidents.11

American Cruise Line Symphony Announcement Party The City of Natchez held a cocktail party at The Carriage House in downtown Natchez, Mississippi, on August 10, 2022, to publicly announce both the arrival of the new cruise ship Symphony, headed to Natchez for its christening on August 30, and to publicly reveal the city’s association with the vessel as the God Mother City of the Symphony. In 2025, Natchez will be the “Port of Origin” for the Symphony, the locale where cruises will begin and end. Musical entertainment for the event was provided by Natchez Mayor Dan Gibson with commentary by Visit Natchez Director Devin Heath, Mayor Gibson, and The Natchez Garden Club and Pilgrimage Garden Presidents.12

American Cruise Line Symphony Announcement Party The City of Natchez held a cocktail party at The Carriage House in downtown Natchez, Mississippi, on August 10, 2022, to publicly announce both the arrival of the new cruise ship Symphony, headed to Natchez for its christening on August 30, and to publicly reveal the city’s association with the vessel as the God Mother City of the Symphony. In 2025, Natchez will be the “Port of Origin” for the Symphony, the locale where cruises will begin and end. Musical entertainment for the event was provided by Natchez Mayor Dan Gibson with commentary by Visit Natchez Director Devin Heath, Mayor Gibson, and The Natchez Garden Club and Pilgrimage Garden Presidents.13

American Cruise Line Symphony Announcement Party The City of Natchez held a cocktail party at The Carriage House in downtown Natchez, Mississippi, on August 10, 2022, to publicly announce both the arrival of the new cruise ship Symphony, headed to Natchez for its christening on August 30, and to publicly reveal the city’s association with the vessel as the God Mother City of the Symphony. In 2025, Natchez will be the “Port of Origin” for the Symphony, the locale where cruises will begin and end. Musical entertainment for the event was provided by Natchez Mayor Dan Gibson with commentary by Visit Natchez Director Devin Heath, Mayor Gibson, and The Natchez Garden Club and Pilgrimage Garden Presidents.14

American Cruise Line Symphony Announcement Party The City of Natchez held a cocktail party at The Carriage House in downtown Natchez, Mississippi, on August 10, 2022, to publicly announce both the arrival of the new cruise ship Symphony, headed to Natchez for its christening on August 30, and to publicly reveal the city’s association with the vessel as the God Mother City of the Symphony. In 2025, Natchez will be the “Port of Origin” for the Symphony, the locale where cruises will begin and end. Musical entertainment for the event was provided by Natchez Mayor Dan Gibson with commentary by Visit Natchez Director Devin Heath, Mayor Gibson, and The Natchez Garden Club and Pilgrimage Garden Presidents.15

American Cruise Line Symphony Announcement Party The City of Natchez held a cocktail party at The Carriage House in downtown Natchez, Mississippi, on August 10, 2022, to publicly announce both the arrival of the new cruise ship Symphony, headed to Natchez for its christening on August 30, and to publicly reveal the city’s association with the vessel as the God Mother City of the Symphony. In 2025, Natchez will be the “Port of Origin” for the Symphony, the locale where cruises will begin and end. Musical entertainment for the event was provided by Natchez Mayor Dan Gibson with commentary by Visit Natchez Director Devin Heath, Mayor Gibson, and The Natchez Garden Club and Pilgrimage Garden Presidents.16

American Cruise Line Symphony Announcement Party The City of Natchez held a cocktail party at The Carriage House in downtown Natchez, Mississippi, on August 10, 2022, to publicly announce both the arrival of the new cruise ship Symphony, headed to Natchez for its christening on August 30, and to publicly reveal the city’s association with the vessel as the God Mother City of the Symphony. In 2025, Natchez will be the “Port of Origin” for the Symphony, the locale where cruises will begin and end. Musical entertainment for the event was provided by Natchez Mayor Dan Gibson with commentary by Visit Natchez Director Devin Heath, Mayor Gibson, and The Natchez Garden Club and Pilgrimage Garden Presidents.17

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92nd Birthday Celebrations Although her birthday is July 16, Betty Ann Perkins enjoyed birthday celebrations of her turning 92 that began Friday, July 15, at the Creole Cottage Cafe in Magnolia, Mississippi. Celebrations continued at lunch and dinner on Saturday, July 16, at her home, Woodleigh, in Brookhaven, Mississippi. Then, there was Sunday brunch with Mercedes Ricks and friends at La Mariposa in Magnolia. Birthday gatherings continued till the end of the month from Brookhaven to Lake Caroline. During recent years, multiple celebrations have become a tradition for friends and family to celebrate how young Perkins is. “And many more!” Photography by Bill Perkins

92nd Birthday Celebrations Although her birthday is July 16, Betty Ann Perkins enjoyed birthday celebrations of her turning 92 that began Friday, July 15, at the Creole Cottage Cafe in Magnolia, Mississippi. Celebrations continued at lunch and dinner on Saturday, July 16, at her home, Woodleigh, in Brookhaven, Mississippi. Then, there was Sunday brunch with Mercedes Ricks and friends at La Mariposa in Magnolia. Birthday gatherings continued till the end of the month from Brookhaven to Lake Caroline. During recent years, multiple celebrations have become a tradition for friends and family to celebrate how young Perkins is. “And many more!” Photography by Bill Perkins2

92nd Birthday Celebrations Although her birthday is July 16, Betty Ann Perkins enjoyed birthday celebrations of her turning 92 that began Friday, July 15, at the Creole Cottage Cafe in Magnolia, Mississippi. Celebrations continued at lunch and dinner on Saturday, July 16, at her home, Woodleigh, in Brookhaven, Mississippi. Then, there was Sunday brunch with Mercedes Ricks and friends at La Mariposa in Magnolia. Birthday gatherings continued till the end of the month from Brookhaven to Lake Caroline. During recent years, multiple celebrations have become a tradition for friends and family to celebrate how young Perkins is. “And many more!” Photography by Bill Perkins3

92nd Birthday Celebrations Although her birthday is July 16, Betty Ann Perkins enjoyed birthday celebrations of her turning 92 that began Friday, July 15, at the Creole Cottage Cafe in Magnolia, Mississippi. Celebrations continued at lunch and dinner on Saturday, July 16, at her home, Woodleigh, in Brookhaven, Mississippi. Then, there was Sunday brunch with Mercedes Ricks and friends at La Mariposa in Magnolia. Birthday gatherings continued till the end of the month from Brookhaven to Lake Caroline. During recent years, multiple celebrations have become a tradition for friends and family to celebrate how young Perkins is. “And many more!” Photography by Bill Perkins4

92nd Birthday Celebrations Although her birthday is July 16, Betty Ann Perkins enjoyed birthday celebrations of her turning 92 that began Friday, July 15, at the Creole Cottage Cafe in Magnolia, Mississippi. Celebrations continued at lunch and dinner on Saturday, July 16, at her home, Woodleigh, in Brookhaven, Mississippi. Then, there was Sunday brunch with Mercedes Ricks and friends at La Mariposa in Magnolia. Birthday gatherings continued till the end of the month from Brookhaven to Lake Caroline. During recent years, multiple celebrations have become a tradition for friends and family to celebrate how young Perkins is. “And many more!” Photography by Bill Perkins5

92nd Birthday Celebrations Although her birthday is July 16, Betty Ann Perkins enjoyed birthday celebrations of her turning 92 that began Friday, July 15, at the Creole Cottage Cafe in Magnolia, Mississippi. Celebrations continued at lunch and dinner on Saturday, July 16, at her home, Woodleigh, in Brookhaven, Mississippi. Then, there was Sunday brunch with Mercedes Ricks and friends at La Mariposa in Magnolia. Birthday gatherings continued till the end of the month from Brookhaven to Lake Caroline. During recent years, multiple celebrations have become a tradition for friends and family to celebrate how young Perkins is. “And many more!” Photography by Bill Perkins6

92nd Birthday Celebrations Although her birthday is July 16, Betty Ann Perkins enjoyed birthday celebrations of her turning 92 that began Friday, July 15, at the Creole Cottage Cafe in Magnolia, Mississippi. Celebrations continued at lunch and dinner on Saturday, July 16, at her home, Woodleigh, in Brookhaven, Mississippi. Then, there was Sunday brunch with Mercedes Ricks and friends at La Mariposa in Magnolia. Birthday gatherings continued till the end of the month from Brookhaven to Lake Caroline. During recent years, multiple celebrations have become a tradition for friends and family to celebrate how young Perkins is. “And many more!” Photography by Bill Perkins7

92nd Birthday Celebrations Although her birthday is July 16, Betty Ann Perkins enjoyed birthday celebrations of her turning 92 that began Friday, July 15, at the Creole Cottage Cafe in Magnolia, Mississippi. Celebrations continued at lunch and dinner on Saturday, July 16, at her home, Woodleigh, in Brookhaven, Mississippi. Then, there was Sunday brunch with Mercedes Ricks and friends at La Mariposa in Magnolia. Birthday gatherings continued till the end of the month from Brookhaven to Lake Caroline. During recent years, multiple celebrations have become a tradition for friends and family to celebrate how young Perkins is. “And many more!” Photography by Bill Perkins8

92nd Birthday Celebrations Although her birthday is July 16, Betty Ann Perkins enjoyed birthday celebrations of her turning 92 that began Friday, July 15, at the Creole Cottage Cafe in Magnolia, Mississippi. Celebrations continued at lunch and dinner on Saturday, July 16, at her home, Woodleigh, in Brookhaven, Mississippi. Then, there was Sunday brunch with Mercedes Ricks and friends at La Mariposa in Magnolia. Birthday gatherings continued till the end of the month from Brookhaven to Lake Caroline. During recent years, multiple celebrations have become a tradition for friends and family to celebrate how young Perkins is. “And many more!” Photography by Bill Perkins9

92nd Birthday Celebrations Although her birthday is July 16, Betty Ann Perkins enjoyed birthday celebrations of her turning 92 that began Friday, July 15, at the Creole Cottage Cafe in Magnolia, Mississippi. Celebrations continued at lunch and dinner on Saturday, July 16, at her home, Woodleigh, in Brookhaven, Mississippi. Then, there was Sunday brunch with Mercedes Ricks and friends at La Mariposa in Magnolia. Birthday gatherings continued till the end of the month from Brookhaven to Lake Caroline. During recent years, multiple celebrations have become a tradition for friends and family to celebrate how young Perkins is. “And many more!” Photography by Bill Perkins10

92nd Birthday Celebrations Although her birthday is July 16, Betty Ann Perkins enjoyed birthday celebrations of her turning 92 that began Friday, July 15, at the Creole Cottage Cafe in Magnolia, Mississippi. Celebrations continued at lunch and dinner on Saturday, July 16, at her home, Woodleigh, in Brookhaven, Mississippi. Then, there was Sunday brunch with Mercedes Ricks and friends at La Mariposa in Magnolia. Birthday gatherings continued till the end of the month from Brookhaven to Lake Caroline. During recent years, multiple celebrations have become a tradition for friends and family to celebrate how young Perkins is. “And many more!” Photography by Bill Perkins11

92nd Birthday Celebrations Although her birthday is July 16, Betty Ann Perkins enjoyed birthday celebrations of her turning 92 that began Friday, July 15, at the Creole Cottage Cafe in Magnolia, Mississippi. Celebrations continued at lunch and dinner on Saturday, July 16, at her home, Woodleigh, in Brookhaven, Mississippi. Then, there was Sunday brunch with Mercedes Ricks and friends at La Mariposa in Magnolia. Birthday gatherings continued till the end of the month from Brookhaven to Lake Caroline. During recent years, multiple celebrations have become a tradition for friends and family to celebrate how young Perkins is. “And many more!” Photography by Bill Perkins12

92nd Birthday Celebrations Although her birthday is July 16, Betty Ann Perkins enjoyed birthday celebrations of her turning 92 that began Friday, July 15, at the Creole Cottage Cafe in Magnolia, Mississippi. Celebrations continued at lunch and dinner on Saturday, July 16, at her home, Woodleigh, in Brookhaven, Mississippi. Then, there was Sunday brunch with Mercedes Ricks and friends at La Mariposa in Magnolia. Birthday gatherings continued till the end of the month from Brookhaven to Lake Caroline. During recent years, multiple celebrations have become a tradition for friends and family to celebrate how young Perkins is. “And many more!” Photography by Bill Perkins13

92nd Birthday Celebrations Although her birthday is July 16, Betty Ann Perkins enjoyed birthday celebrations of her turning 92 that began Friday, July 15, at the Creole Cottage Cafe in Magnolia, Mississippi. Celebrations continued at lunch and dinner on Saturday, July 16, at her home, Woodleigh, in Brookhaven, Mississippi. Then, there was Sunday brunch with Mercedes Ricks and friends at La Mariposa in Magnolia. Birthday gatherings continued till the end of the month from Brookhaven to Lake Caroline. During recent years, multiple celebrations have become a tradition for friends and family to celebrate how young Perkins is. “And many more!” Photography by Bill Perkins14

92nd Birthday Celebrations Although her birthday is July 16, Betty Ann Perkins enjoyed birthday celebrations of her turning 92 that began Friday, July 15, at the Creole Cottage Cafe in Magnolia, Mississippi. Celebrations continued at lunch and dinner on Saturday, July 16, at her home, Woodleigh, in Brookhaven, Mississippi. Then, there was Sunday brunch with Mercedes Ricks and friends at La Mariposa in Magnolia. Birthday gatherings continued till the end of the month from Brookhaven to Lake Caroline. During recent years, multiple celebrations have become a tradition for friends and family to celebrate how young Perkins is. “And many more!” Photography by Bill Perkins15

92nd Birthday Celebrations Although her birthday is July 16, Betty Ann Perkins enjoyed birthday celebrations of her turning 92 that began Friday, July 15, at the Creole Cottage Cafe in Magnolia, Mississippi. Celebrations continued at lunch and dinner on Saturday, July 16, at her home, Woodleigh, in Brookhaven, Mississippi. Then, there was Sunday brunch with Mercedes Ricks and friends at La Mariposa in Magnolia. Birthday gatherings continued till the end of the month from Brookhaven to Lake Caroline. During recent years, multiple celebrations have become a tradition for friends and family to celebrate how young Perkins is. “And many more!” Photography by Bill Perkins16

92nd Birthday Celebrations Although her birthday is July 16, Betty Ann Perkins enjoyed birthday celebrations of her turning 92 that began Friday, July 15, at the Creole Cottage Cafe in Magnolia, Mississippi. Celebrations continued at lunch and dinner on Saturday, July 16, at her home, Woodleigh, in Brookhaven, Mississippi. Then, there was Sunday brunch with Mercedes Ricks and friends at La Mariposa in Magnolia. Birthday gatherings continued till the end of the month from Brookhaven to Lake Caroline. During recent years, multiple celebrations have become a tradition for friends and family to celebrate how young Perkins is. “And many more!” Photography by Bill Perkins17

92nd Birthday Celebrations Although her birthday is July 16, Betty Ann Perkins enjoyed birthday celebrations of her turning 92 that began Friday, July 15, at the Creole Cottage Cafe in Magnolia, Mississippi. Celebrations continued at lunch and dinner on Saturday, July 16, at her home, Woodleigh, in Brookhaven, Mississippi. Then, there was Sunday brunch with Mercedes Ricks and friends at La Mariposa in Magnolia. Birthday gatherings continued till the end of the month from Brookhaven to Lake Caroline. During recent years, multiple celebrations have become a tradition for friends and family to celebrate how young Perkins is. “And many more!” Photography by Bill Perkins18

92nd Birthday Celebrations Although her birthday is July 16, Betty Ann Perkins enjoyed birthday celebrations of her turning 92 that began Friday, July 15, at the Creole Cottage Cafe in Magnolia, Mississippi. Celebrations continued at lunch and dinner on Saturday, July 16, at her home, Woodleigh, in Brookhaven, Mississippi. Then, there was Sunday brunch with Mercedes Ricks and friends at La Mariposa in Magnolia. Birthday gatherings continued till the end of the month from Brookhaven to Lake Caroline. During recent years, multiple celebrations have become a tradition for friends and family to celebrate how young Perkins is. “And many more!” Photography by Bill Perkins19

92nd Birthday Celebrations Although her birthday is July 16, Betty Ann Perkins enjoyed birthday celebrations of her turning 92 that began Friday, July 15, at the Creole Cottage Cafe in Magnolia, Mississippi. Celebrations continued at lunch and dinner on Saturday, July 16, at her home, Woodleigh, in Brookhaven, Mississippi. Then, there was Sunday brunch with Mercedes Ricks and friends at La Mariposa in Magnolia. Birthday gatherings continued till the end of the month from Brookhaven to Lake Caroline. During recent years, multiple celebrations have become a tradition for friends and family to celebrate how young Perkins is. “And many more!” Photography by Bill Perkins20

92nd Birthday Celebrations Although her birthday is July 16, Betty Ann Perkins enjoyed birthday celebrations of her turning 92 that began Friday, July 15, at the Creole Cottage Cafe in Magnolia, Mississippi. Celebrations continued at lunch and dinner on Saturday, July 16, at her home, Woodleigh, in Brookhaven, Mississippi. Then, there was Sunday brunch with Mercedes Ricks and friends at La Mariposa in Magnolia. Birthday gatherings continued till the end of the month from Brookhaven to Lake Caroline. During recent years, multiple celebrations have become a tradition for friends and family to celebrate how young Perkins is. “And many more!” Photography by Bill Perkins21

92nd Birthday Celebrations Although her birthday is July 16, Betty Ann Perkins enjoyed birthday celebrations of her turning 92 that began Friday, July 15, at the Creole Cottage Cafe in Magnolia, Mississippi. Celebrations continued at lunch and dinner on Saturday, July 16, at her home, Woodleigh, in Brookhaven, Mississippi. Then, there was Sunday brunch with Mercedes Ricks and friends at La Mariposa in Magnolia. Birthday gatherings continued till the end of the month from Brookhaven to Lake Caroline. During recent years, multiple celebrations have become a tradition for friends and family to celebrate how young Perkins is. “And many more!” Photography by Bill Perkins22

92nd Birthday Celebrations Although her birthday is July 16, Betty Ann Perkins enjoyed birthday celebrations of her turning 92 that began Friday, July 15, at the Creole Cottage Cafe in Magnolia, Mississippi. Celebrations continued at lunch and dinner on Saturday, July 16, at her home, Woodleigh, in Brookhaven, Mississippi. Then, there was Sunday brunch with Mercedes Ricks and friends at La Mariposa in Magnolia. Birthday gatherings continued till the end of the month from Brookhaven to Lake Caroline. During recent years, multiple celebrations have become a tradition for friends and family to celebrate how young Perkins is. “And many more!” Photography by Bill Perkins23

92nd Birthday Celebrations Although her birthday is July 16, Betty Ann Perkins enjoyed birthday celebrations of her turning 92 that began Friday, July 15, at the Creole Cottage Cafe in Magnolia, Mississippi. Celebrations continued at lunch and dinner on Saturday, July 16, at her home, Woodleigh, in Brookhaven, Mississippi. Then, there was Sunday brunch with Mercedes Ricks and friends at La Mariposa in Magnolia. Birthday gatherings continued till the end of the month from Brookhaven to Lake Caroline. During recent years, multiple celebrations have become a tradition for friends and family to celebrate how young Perkins is. “And many more!” Photography by Bill Perkins24

92nd Birthday Celebrations Although her birthday is July 16, Betty Ann Perkins enjoyed birthday celebrations of her turning 92 that began Friday, July 15, at the Creole Cottage Cafe in Magnolia, Mississippi. Celebrations continued at lunch and dinner on Saturday, July 16, at her home, Woodleigh, in Brookhaven, Mississippi. Then, there was Sunday brunch with Mercedes Ricks and friends at La Mariposa in Magnolia. Birthday gatherings continued till the end of the month from Brookhaven to Lake Caroline. During recent years, multiple celebrations have become a tradition for friends and family to celebrate how young Perkins is. “And many more!” Photography by Bill Perkins25

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Budding Philanthropist Young Caroline McKnight with the help of her mother, Lisa McKnight, both of Natchez, Mississippi, set up a lemonade stand for the public during the 4th of July weekend and its concert on the Natchez Bluff featuring the band Alabama. Caroline’s purpose was to raise money for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. On her Facebook page, Lisa McKnight thanked the community for its support of Caroline’s project: “WOW!! THANK YOU to the MISS LOU and her visitors for making our 4th of July lemonade stand a SMASHING success! A special thanks to Joe and Sue Stedman at Crye Leike for letting us utilize your prime location for our benefit. Caroline McKnight has been talking about doing this fundraiser since the winter. We were finally able to make it happen and were able to donate $1304 to St. Jude!! I wish I could list everyone that donated but I’m afraid I will leave someone out. Please know we thank you from the very bottom of our full hearts!!”

Budding Philanthropist Young Caroline McKnight with the help of her mother, Lisa McKnight, both of Natchez, Mississippi, set up a lemonade stand for the public during the 4th of July weekend and its concert on the Natchez Bluff featuring the band Alabama. Caroline’s purpose was to raise money for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. On her Facebook page, Lisa McKnight thanked the community for its support of Caroline’s project: “WOW!! THANK YOU to the MISS LOU and her visitors for making our 4th of July lemonade stand a SMASHING success! A special thanks to Joe and Sue Stedman at Crye Leike for letting us utilize your prime location for our benefit. Caroline McKnight has been talking about doing this fundraiser since the winter. We were finally able to make it happen and were able to donate $1304 to St. Jude!! I wish I could list everyone that donated but I’m afraid I will leave someone out. Please know we thank you from the very bottom of our full hearts!!”2

Budding Philanthropist Young Caroline McKnight with the help of her mother, Lisa McKnight, both of Natchez, Mississippi, set up a lemonade stand for the public during the 4th of July weekend and its concert on the Natchez Bluff featuring the band Alabama. Caroline’s purpose was to raise money for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. On her Facebook page, Lisa McKnight thanked the community for its support of Caroline’s project: “WOW!! THANK YOU to the MISS LOU and her visitors for making our 4th of July lemonade stand a SMASHING success! A special thanks to Joe and Sue Stedman at Crye Leike for letting us utilize your prime location for our benefit. Caroline McKnight has been talking about doing this fundraiser since the winter. We were finally able to make it happen and were able to donate $1304 to St. Jude!! I wish I could list everyone that donated but I’m afraid I will leave someone out. Please know we thank you from the very bottom of our full hearts!!”3

Budding Philanthropist Young Caroline McKnight with the help of her mother, Lisa McKnight, both of Natchez, Mississippi, set up a lemonade stand for the public during the 4th of July weekend and its concert on the Natchez Bluff featuring the band Alabama. Caroline’s purpose was to raise money for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. On her Facebook page, Lisa McKnight thanked the community for its support of Caroline’s project: “WOW!! THANK YOU to the MISS LOU and her visitors for making our 4th of July lemonade stand a SMASHING success! A special thanks to Joe and Sue Stedman at Crye Leike for letting us utilize your prime location for our benefit. Caroline McKnight has been talking about doing this fundraiser since the winter. We were finally able to make it happen and were able to donate $1304 to St. Jude!! I wish I could list everyone that donated but I’m afraid I will leave someone out. Please know we thank you from the very bottom of our full hearts!!”4

Budding Philanthropist Young Caroline McKnight with the help of her mother, Lisa McKnight, both of Natchez, Mississippi, set up a lemonade stand for the public during the 4th of July weekend and its concert on the Natchez Bluff featuring the band Alabama. Caroline’s purpose was to raise money for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. On her Facebook page, Lisa McKnight thanked the community for its support of Caroline’s project: “WOW!! THANK YOU to the MISS LOU and her visitors for making our 4th of July lemonade stand a SMASHING success! A special thanks to Joe and Sue Stedman at Crye Leike for letting us utilize your prime location for our benefit. Caroline McKnight has been talking about doing this fundraiser since the winter. We were finally able to make it happen and were able to donate $1304 to St. Jude!! I wish I could list everyone that donated but I’m afraid I will leave someone out. Please know we thank you from the very bottom of our full hearts!!”5

Budding Philanthropist Young Caroline McKnight with the help of her mother, Lisa McKnight, both of Natchez, Mississippi, set up a lemonade stand for the public during the 4th of July weekend and its concert on the Natchez Bluff featuring the band Alabama. Caroline’s purpose was to raise money for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. On her Facebook page, Lisa McKnight thanked the community for its support of Caroline’s project: “WOW!! THANK YOU to the MISS LOU and her visitors for making our 4th of July lemonade stand a SMASHING success! A special thanks to Joe and Sue Stedman at Crye Leike for letting us utilize your prime location for our benefit. Caroline McKnight has been talking about doing this fundraiser since the winter. We were finally able to make it happen and were able to donate $1304 to St. Jude!! I wish I could list everyone that donated but I’m afraid I will leave someone out. Please know we thank you from the very bottom of our full hearts!!”6

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Christmas in July Cocktail & Fundraiser Party The Christmas in Natchez Committee held its annual fundraiser July 28, 2022, at Dunleith Historic Inn in Natchez, Mississippi. Guests enjoyed sampling passed hors d’oeuvres and cocktails while joining in the bidding for silent auction items donated by area merchants. Dunleith’s exterior was festive with holiday garlands and red bows while the grounds displayed the new Christmas décor—the themed Twelve Days of Christmas and nursery rhyme decorations to be purchased for the town’s Memorial Park, and a Christmas backdrop of colorful Christmas tree lights to be placed on the bluff for everyone to use for photos. Lending a hand on the decorations were Tim Fitzpatrick and daughter Kelly from Christmas Depot, who decorated the downtown for Christmas during the filming of the Hallmark movie in 2021. On hand for musical entertainment were guest artists Amy Allen and Mayor Dan Gibson.

Christmas in July Cocktail & Fundraiser Party The Christmas in Natchez Committee held its annual fundraiser July 28, 2022, at Dunleith Historic Inn in Natchez, Mississippi. Guests enjoyed sampling passed hors d’oeuvres and cocktails while joining in the bidding for silent auction items donated by area merchants. Dunleith’s exterior was festive with holiday garlands and red bows while the grounds displayed the new Christmas décor—the themed Twelve Days of Christmas and nursery rhyme decorations to be purchased for the town’s Memorial Park, and a Christmas backdrop of colorful Christmas tree lights to be placed on the bluff for everyone to use for photos. Lending a hand on the decorations were Tim Fitzpatrick and daughter Kelly from Christmas Depot, who decorated the downtown for Christmas during the filming of the Hallmark movie in 2021. On hand for musical entertainment were guest artists Amy Allen and Mayor Dan Gibson.2

Christmas in July Cocktail & Fundraiser Party The Christmas in Natchez Committee held its annual fundraiser July 28, 2022, at Dunleith Historic Inn in Natchez, Mississippi. Guests enjoyed sampling passed hors d’oeuvres and cocktails while joining in the bidding for silent auction items donated by area merchants. Dunleith’s exterior was festive with holiday garlands and red bows while the grounds displayed the new Christmas décor—the themed Twelve Days of Christmas and nursery rhyme decorations to be purchased for the town’s Memorial Park, and a Christmas backdrop of colorful Christmas tree lights to be placed on the bluff for everyone to use for photos. Lending a hand on the decorations were Tim Fitzpatrick and daughter Kelly from Christmas Depot, who decorated the downtown for Christmas during the filming of the Hallmark movie in 2021. On hand for musical entertainment were guest artists Amy Allen and Mayor Dan Gibson.3

Christmas in July Cocktail & Fundraiser Party The Christmas in Natchez Committee held its annual fundraiser July 28, 2022, at Dunleith Historic Inn in Natchez, Mississippi. Guests enjoyed sampling passed hors d’oeuvres and cocktails while joining in the bidding for silent auction items donated by area merchants. Dunleith’s exterior was festive with holiday garlands and red bows while the grounds displayed the new Christmas décor—the themed Twelve Days of Christmas and nursery rhyme decorations to be purchased for the town’s Memorial Park, and a Christmas backdrop of colorful Christmas tree lights to be placed on the bluff for everyone to use for photos. Lending a hand on the decorations were Tim Fitzpatrick and daughter Kelly from Christmas Depot, who decorated the downtown for Christmas during the filming of the Hallmark movie in 2021. On hand for musical entertainment were guest artists Amy Allen and Mayor Dan Gibson.4

Christmas in July Cocktail & Fundraiser Party The Christmas in Natchez Committee held its annual fundraiser July 28, 2022, at Dunleith Historic Inn in Natchez, Mississippi. Guests enjoyed sampling passed hors d’oeuvres and cocktails while joining in the bidding for silent auction items donated by area merchants. Dunleith’s exterior was festive with holiday garlands and red bows while the grounds displayed the new Christmas décor—the themed Twelve Days of Christmas and nursery rhyme decorations to be purchased for the town’s Memorial Park, and a Christmas backdrop of colorful Christmas tree lights to be placed on the bluff for everyone to use for photos. Lending a hand on the decorations were Tim Fitzpatrick and daughter Kelly from Christmas Depot, who decorated the downtown for Christmas during the filming of the Hallmark movie in 2021. On hand for musical entertainment were guest artists Amy Allen and Mayor Dan Gibson.5

Christmas in July Cocktail & Fundraiser Party The Christmas in Natchez Committee held its annual fundraiser July 28, 2022, at Dunleith Historic Inn in Natchez, Mississippi. Guests enjoyed sampling passed hors d’oeuvres and cocktails while joining in the bidding for silent auction items donated by area merchants. Dunleith’s exterior was festive with holiday garlands and red bows while the grounds displayed the new Christmas décor—the themed Twelve Days of Christmas and nursery rhyme decorations to be purchased for the town’s Memorial Park, and a Christmas backdrop of colorful Christmas tree lights to be placed on the bluff for everyone to use for photos. Lending a hand on the decorations were Tim Fitzpatrick and daughter Kelly from Christmas Depot, who decorated the downtown for Christmas during the filming of the Hallmark movie in 2021. On hand for musical entertainment were guest artists Amy Allen and Mayor Dan Gibson.6

Christmas in July Cocktail & Fundraiser Party The Christmas in Natchez Committee held its annual fundraiser July 28, 2022, at Dunleith Historic Inn in Natchez, Mississippi. Guests enjoyed sampling passed hors d’oeuvres and cocktails while joining in the bidding for silent auction items donated by area merchants. Dunleith’s exterior was festive with holiday garlands and red bows while the grounds displayed the new Christmas décor—the themed Twelve Days of Christmas and nursery rhyme decorations to be purchased for the town’s Memorial Park, and a Christmas backdrop of colorful Christmas tree lights to be placed on the bluff for everyone to use for photos. Lending a hand on the decorations were Tim Fitzpatrick and daughter Kelly from Christmas Depot, who decorated the downtown for Christmas during the filming of the Hallmark movie in 2021. On hand for musical entertainment were guest artists Amy Allen and Mayor Dan Gibson.7

Christmas in July Cocktail & Fundraiser Party The Christmas in Natchez Committee held its annual fundraiser July 28, 2022, at Dunleith Historic Inn in Natchez, Mississippi. Guests enjoyed sampling passed hors d’oeuvres and cocktails while joining in the bidding for silent auction items donated by area merchants. Dunleith’s exterior was festive with holiday garlands and red bows while the grounds displayed the new Christmas décor—the themed Twelve Days of Christmas and nursery rhyme decorations to be purchased for the town’s Memorial Park, and a Christmas backdrop of colorful Christmas tree lights to be placed on the bluff for everyone to use for photos. Lending a hand on the decorations were Tim Fitzpatrick and daughter Kelly from Christmas Depot, who decorated the downtown for Christmas during the filming of the Hallmark movie in 2021. On hand for musical entertainment were guest artists Amy Allen and Mayor Dan Gibson.8

Christmas in July Cocktail & Fundraiser Party The Christmas in Natchez Committee held its annual fundraiser July 28, 2022, at Dunleith Historic Inn in Natchez, Mississippi. Guests enjoyed sampling passed hors d’oeuvres and cocktails while joining in the bidding for silent auction items donated by area merchants. Dunleith’s exterior was festive with holiday garlands and red bows while the grounds displayed the new Christmas décor—the themed Twelve Days of Christmas and nursery rhyme decorations to be purchased for the town’s Memorial Park, and a Christmas backdrop of colorful Christmas tree lights to be placed on the bluff for everyone to use for photos. Lending a hand on the decorations were Tim Fitzpatrick and daughter Kelly from Christmas Depot, who decorated the downtown for Christmas during the filming of the Hallmark movie in 2021. On hand for musical entertainment were guest artists Amy Allen and Mayor Dan Gibson.9

Christmas in July Cocktail & Fundraiser Party The Christmas in Natchez Committee held its annual fundraiser July 28, 2022, at Dunleith Historic Inn in Natchez, Mississippi. Guests enjoyed sampling passed hors d’oeuvres and cocktails while joining in the bidding for silent auction items donated by area merchants. Dunleith’s exterior was festive with holiday garlands and red bows while the grounds displayed the new Christmas décor—the themed Twelve Days of Christmas and nursery rhyme decorations to be purchased for the town’s Memorial Park, and a Christmas backdrop of colorful Christmas tree lights to be placed on the bluff for everyone to use for photos. Lending a hand on the decorations were Tim Fitzpatrick and daughter Kelly from Christmas Depot, who decorated the downtown for Christmas during the filming of the Hallmark movie in 2021. On hand for musical entertainment were guest artists Amy Allen and Mayor Dan Gibson.10

Christmas in July Cocktail & Fundraiser Party The Christmas in Natchez Committee held its annual fundraiser July 28, 2022, at Dunleith Historic Inn in Natchez, Mississippi. Guests enjoyed sampling passed hors d’oeuvres and cocktails while joining in the bidding for silent auction items donated by area merchants. Dunleith’s exterior was festive with holiday garlands and red bows while the grounds displayed the new Christmas décor—the themed Twelve Days of Christmas and nursery rhyme decorations to be purchased for the town’s Memorial Park, and a Christmas backdrop of colorful Christmas tree lights to be placed on the bluff for everyone to use for photos. Lending a hand on the decorations were Tim Fitzpatrick and daughter Kelly from Christmas Depot, who decorated the downtown for Christmas during the filming of the Hallmark movie in 2021. On hand for musical entertainment were guest artists Amy Allen and Mayor Dan Gibson.11

Christmas in July Cocktail & Fundraiser Party The Christmas in Natchez Committee held its annual fundraiser July 28, 2022, at Dunleith Historic Inn in Natchez, Mississippi. Guests enjoyed sampling passed hors d’oeuvres and cocktails while joining in the bidding for silent auction items donated by area merchants. Dunleith’s exterior was festive with holiday garlands and red bows while the grounds displayed the new Christmas décor—the themed Twelve Days of Christmas and nursery rhyme decorations to be purchased for the town’s Memorial Park, and a Christmas backdrop of colorful Christmas tree lights to be placed on the bluff for everyone to use for photos. Lending a hand on the decorations were Tim Fitzpatrick and daughter Kelly from Christmas Depot, who decorated the downtown for Christmas during the filming of the Hallmark movie in 2021. On hand for musical entertainment were guest artists Amy Allen and Mayor Dan Gibson.12

Christmas in July Cocktail & Fundraiser Party The Christmas in Natchez Committee held its annual fundraiser July 28, 2022, at Dunleith Historic Inn in Natchez, Mississippi. Guests enjoyed sampling passed hors d’oeuvres and cocktails while joining in the bidding for silent auction items donated by area merchants. Dunleith’s exterior was festive with holiday garlands and red bows while the grounds displayed the new Christmas décor—the themed Twelve Days of Christmas and nursery rhyme decorations to be purchased for the town’s Memorial Park, and a Christmas backdrop of colorful Christmas tree lights to be placed on the bluff for everyone to use for photos. Lending a hand on the decorations were Tim Fitzpatrick and daughter Kelly from Christmas Depot, who decorated the downtown for Christmas during the filming of the Hallmark movie in 2021. On hand for musical entertainment were guest artists Amy Allen and Mayor Dan Gibson.13

Christmas in July Cocktail & Fundraiser Party The Christmas in Natchez Committee held its annual fundraiser July 28, 2022, at Dunleith Historic Inn in Natchez, Mississippi. Guests enjoyed sampling passed hors d’oeuvres and cocktails while joining in the bidding for silent auction items donated by area merchants. Dunleith’s exterior was festive with holiday garlands and red bows while the grounds displayed the new Christmas décor—the themed Twelve Days of Christmas and nursery rhyme decorations to be purchased for the town’s Memorial Park, and a Christmas backdrop of colorful Christmas tree lights to be placed on the bluff for everyone to use for photos. Lending a hand on the decorations were Tim Fitzpatrick and daughter Kelly from Christmas Depot, who decorated the downtown for Christmas during the filming of the Hallmark movie in 2021. On hand for musical entertainment were guest artists Amy Allen and Mayor Dan Gibson.14

Christmas in July Cocktail & Fundraiser Party The Christmas in Natchez Committee held its annual fundraiser July 28, 2022, at Dunleith Historic Inn in Natchez, Mississippi. Guests enjoyed sampling passed hors d’oeuvres and cocktails while joining in the bidding for silent auction items donated by area merchants. Dunleith’s exterior was festive with holiday garlands and red bows while the grounds displayed the new Christmas décor—the themed Twelve Days of Christmas and nursery rhyme decorations to be purchased for the town’s Memorial Park, and a Christmas backdrop of colorful Christmas tree lights to be placed on the bluff for everyone to use for photos. Lending a hand on the decorations were Tim Fitzpatrick and daughter Kelly from Christmas Depot, who decorated the downtown for Christmas during the filming of the Hallmark movie in 2021. On hand for musical entertainment were guest artists Amy Allen and Mayor Dan Gibson.15

Christmas in July Cocktail & Fundraiser Party The Christmas in Natchez Committee held its annual fundraiser July 28, 2022, at Dunleith Historic Inn in Natchez, Mississippi. Guests enjoyed sampling passed hors d’oeuvres and cocktails while joining in the bidding for silent auction items donated by area merchants. Dunleith’s exterior was festive with holiday garlands and red bows while the grounds displayed the new Christmas décor—the themed Twelve Days of Christmas and nursery rhyme decorations to be purchased for the town’s Memorial Park, and a Christmas backdrop of colorful Christmas tree lights to be placed on the bluff for everyone to use for photos. Lending a hand on the decorations were Tim Fitzpatrick and daughter Kelly from Christmas Depot, who decorated the downtown for Christmas during the filming of the Hallmark movie in 2021. On hand for musical entertainment were guest artists Amy Allen and Mayor Dan Gibson.16

Christmas in July Cocktail & Fundraiser Party The Christmas in Natchez Committee held its annual fundraiser July 28, 2022, at Dunleith Historic Inn in Natchez, Mississippi. Guests enjoyed sampling passed hors d’oeuvres and cocktails while joining in the bidding for silent auction items donated by area merchants. Dunleith’s exterior was festive with holiday garlands and red bows while the grounds displayed the new Christmas décor—the themed Twelve Days of Christmas and nursery rhyme decorations to be purchased for the town’s Memorial Park, and a Christmas backdrop of colorful Christmas tree lights to be placed on the bluff for everyone to use for photos. Lending a hand on the decorations were Tim Fitzpatrick and daughter Kelly from Christmas Depot, who decorated the downtown for Christmas during the filming of the Hallmark movie in 2021. On hand for musical entertainment were guest artists Amy Allen and Mayor Dan Gibson.17

Christmas in July Cocktail & Fundraiser Party The Christmas in Natchez Committee held its annual fundraiser July 28, 2022, at Dunleith Historic Inn in Natchez, Mississippi. Guests enjoyed sampling passed hors d’oeuvres and cocktails while joining in the bidding for silent auction items donated by area merchants. Dunleith’s exterior was festive with holiday garlands and red bows while the grounds displayed the new Christmas décor—the themed Twelve Days of Christmas and nursery rhyme decorations to be purchased for the town’s Memorial Park, and a Christmas backdrop of colorful Christmas tree lights to be placed on the bluff for everyone to use for photos. Lending a hand on the decorations were Tim Fitzpatrick and daughter Kelly from Christmas Depot, who decorated the downtown for Christmas during the filming of the Hallmark movie in 2021. On hand for musical entertainment were guest artists Amy Allen and Mayor Dan Gibson.18

Christmas in July Cocktail & Fundraiser Party The Christmas in Natchez Committee held its annual fundraiser July 28, 2022, at Dunleith Historic Inn in Natchez, Mississippi. Guests enjoyed sampling passed hors d’oeuvres and cocktails while joining in the bidding for silent auction items donated by area merchants. Dunleith’s exterior was festive with holiday garlands and red bows while the grounds displayed the new Christmas décor—the themed Twelve Days of Christmas and nursery rhyme decorations to be purchased for the town’s Memorial Park, and a Christmas backdrop of colorful Christmas tree lights to be placed on the bluff for everyone to use for photos. Lending a hand on the decorations were Tim Fitzpatrick and daughter Kelly from Christmas Depot, who decorated the downtown for Christmas during the filming of the Hallmark movie in 2021. On hand for musical entertainment were guest artists Amy Allen and Mayor Dan Gibson.19

Christmas in July Cocktail & Fundraiser Party The Christmas in Natchez Committee held its annual fundraiser July 28, 2022, at Dunleith Historic Inn in Natchez, Mississippi. Guests enjoyed sampling passed hors d’oeuvres and cocktails while joining in the bidding for silent auction items donated by area merchants. Dunleith’s exterior was festive with holiday garlands and red bows while the grounds displayed the new Christmas décor—the themed Twelve Days of Christmas and nursery rhyme decorations to be purchased for the town’s Memorial Park, and a Christmas backdrop of colorful Christmas tree lights to be placed on the bluff for everyone to use for photos. Lending a hand on the decorations were Tim Fitzpatrick and daughter Kelly from Christmas Depot, who decorated the downtown for Christmas during the filming of the Hallmark movie in 2021. On hand for musical entertainment were guest artists Amy Allen and Mayor Dan Gibson.20

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Celebrating Josie Craig‘s 103rd Birthday Josie (Dolly) Craig celebrated her 103rd birthday on May 8, 2022, at Katie’s Ladies in Natchez, Mississippi, where she still loves her beautiful clothes. “Ms. Josie,” a resident of Concordia Parish, Louisiana, says she is a miracle having never smoked, drank, or taken medication. She is a member of First Baptist Church and The Natchez Garden Club and is a faithful bridge player meeting once a week for this challenging card game. She loves her family and great grandchildren. Katie’s Ladies’ girls look forward to Ms. Josie’s 104th celebration in 2023.

Celebrating Josie Craig‘s 103rd Birthday Josie (Dolly) Craig celebrated her 103rd birthday on May 8, 2022, at Katie’s Ladies in Natchez, Mississippi, where she still loves her beautiful clothes. “Ms. Josie,” a resident of Concordia Parish, Louisiana, says she is a miracle having never smoked, drank, or taken medication. She is a member of First Baptist Church and The Natchez Garden Club and is a faithful bridge player meeting once a week for this challenging card game. She loves her family and great grandchildren. Katie’s Ladies’ girls look forward to Ms. Josie’s 104th celebration in 2023.2

Celebrating Josie Craig‘s 103rd Birthday Josie (Dolly) Craig celebrated her 103rd birthday on May 8, 2022, at Katie’s Ladies in Natchez, Mississippi, where she still loves her beautiful clothes. “Ms. Josie,” a resident of Concordia Parish, Louisiana, says she is a miracle having never smoked, drank, or taken medication. She is a member of First Baptist Church and The Natchez Garden Club and is a faithful bridge player meeting once a week for this challenging card game. She loves her family and great grandchildren. Katie’s Ladies’ girls look forward to Ms. Josie’s 104th celebration in 2023.3

Celebrating Josie Craig‘s 103rd Birthday Josie (Dolly) Craig celebrated her 103rd birthday on May 8, 2022, at Katie’s Ladies in Natchez, Mississippi, where she still loves her beautiful clothes. “Ms. Josie,” a resident of Concordia Parish, Louisiana, says she is a miracle having never smoked, drank, or taken medication. She is a member of First Baptist Church and The Natchez Garden Club and is a faithful bridge player meeting once a week for this challenging card game. She loves her family and great grandchildren. Katie’s Ladies’ girls look forward to Ms. Josie’s 104th celebration in 2023.4

Celebrating Josie Craig‘s 103rd Birthday Josie (Dolly) Craig celebrated her 103rd birthday on May 8, 2022, at Katie’s Ladies in Natchez, Mississippi, where she still loves her beautiful clothes. “Ms. Josie,” a resident of Concordia Parish, Louisiana, says she is a miracle having never smoked, drank, or taken medication. She is a member of First Baptist Church and The Natchez Garden Club and is a faithful bridge player meeting once a week for this challenging card game. She loves her family and great grandchildren. Katie’s Ladies’ girls look forward to Ms. Josie’s 104th celebration in 2023.5

Celebrating Josie Craig‘s 103rd Birthday Josie (Dolly) Craig celebrated her 103rd birthday on May 8, 2022, at Katie’s Ladies in Natchez, Mississippi, where she still loves her beautiful clothes. “Ms. Josie,” a resident of Concordia Parish, Louisiana, says she is a miracle having never smoked, drank, or taken medication. She is a member of First Baptist Church and The Natchez Garden Club and is a faithful bridge player meeting once a week for this challenging card game. She loves her family and great grandchildren. Katie’s Ladies’ girls look forward to Ms. Josie’s 104th celebration in 2023.6

Celebrating Josie Craig‘s 103rd Birthday Josie (Dolly) Craig celebrated her 103rd birthday on May 8, 2022, at Katie’s Ladies in Natchez, Mississippi, where she still loves her beautiful clothes. “Ms. Josie,” a resident of Concordia Parish, Louisiana, says she is a miracle having never smoked, drank, or taken medication. She is a member of First Baptist Church and The Natchez Garden Club and is a faithful bridge player meeting once a week for this challenging card game. She loves her family and great grandchildren. Katie’s Ladies’ girls look forward to Ms. Josie’s 104th celebration in 2023.7

Celebrating Josie Craig‘s 103rd Birthday Josie (Dolly) Craig celebrated her 103rd birthday on May 8, 2022, at Katie’s Ladies in Natchez, Mississippi, where she still loves her beautiful clothes. “Ms. Josie,” a resident of Concordia Parish, Louisiana, says she is a miracle having never smoked, drank, or taken medication. She is a member of First Baptist Church and The Natchez Garden Club and is a faithful bridge player meeting once a week for this challenging card game. She loves her family and great grandchildren. Katie’s Ladies’ girls look forward to Ms. Josie’s 104th celebration in 2023.8

Celebrating Josie Craig‘s 103rd Birthday Josie (Dolly) Craig celebrated her 103rd birthday on May 8, 2022, at Katie’s Ladies in Natchez, Mississippi, where she still loves her beautiful clothes. “Ms. Josie,” a resident of Concordia Parish, Louisiana, says she is a miracle having never smoked, drank, or taken medication. She is a member of First Baptist Church and The Natchez Garden Club and is a faithful bridge player meeting once a week for this challenging card game. She loves her family and great grandchildren. Katie’s Ladies’ girls look forward to Ms. Josie’s 104th celebration in 2023.9

Celebrating Josie Craig‘s 103rd Birthday Josie (Dolly) Craig celebrated her 103rd birthday on May 8, 2022, at Katie’s Ladies in Natchez, Mississippi, where she still loves her beautiful clothes. “Ms. Josie,” a resident of Concordia Parish, Louisiana, says she is a miracle having never smoked, drank, or taken medication. She is a member of First Baptist Church and The Natchez Garden Club and is a faithful bridge player meeting once a week for this challenging card game. She loves her family and great grandchildren. Katie’s Ladies’ girls look forward to Ms. Josie’s 104th celebration in 2023.10

Celebrating Josie Craig‘s 103rd Birthday Josie (Dolly) Craig celebrated her 103rd birthday on May 8, 2022, at Katie’s Ladies in Natchez, Mississippi, where she still loves her beautiful clothes. “Ms. Josie,” a resident of Concordia Parish, Louisiana, says she is a miracle having never smoked, drank, or taken medication. She is a member of First Baptist Church and The Natchez Garden Club and is a faithful bridge player meeting once a week for this challenging card game. She loves her family and great grandchildren. Katie’s Ladies’ girls look forward to Ms. Josie’s 104th celebration in 2023.11

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Lake St. John Flotilla Grand Marshal and Lake St. John Flotilla Celebration In celebration of the Fourth of July, a Grand Marshal Party was held at The Oxbow on Lake St. John near Ferriday, Louisiana, on Friday, July 1, 2022, to honor all the past Lake St. John Flotilla Grand Marshals, kings, queens, and their families and friends. The Grand Marshal for 2022 was Kathy Cook. On July 2, the Lake St. John Flotilla got underway with the traditional Blessing of the Fleet as the large procession of decorated boats began it caravan around the lake passing by judges stationed at various piers to determine the best-decorated boat. The day’s events also included a contest for the best pier decorations and an at-dusk fireworks display that ended the holiday’s celebration. The winner of the best theme-decorated boat was Top Gun.

Lake St. John Flotilla Grand Marshal and Lake St. John Flotilla Celebration In celebration of the Fourth of July, a Grand Marshal Party was held at The Oxbow on Lake St. John near Ferriday, Louisiana, on Friday, July 1, 2022, to honor all the past Lake St. John Flotilla Grand Marshals, kings, queens, and their families and friends. The Grand Marshal for 2022 was Kathy Cook. On July 2, the Lake St. John Flotilla got underway with the traditional Blessing of the Fleet as the large procession of decorated boats began it caravan around the lake passing by judges stationed at various piers to determine the best-decorated boat. The day’s events also included a contest for the best pier decorations and an at-dusk fireworks display that ended the holiday’s celebration. The winner of the best theme-decorated boat was Top Gun.2

Lake St. John Flotilla Grand Marshal and Lake St. John Flotilla Celebration In celebration of the Fourth of July, a Grand Marshal Party was held at The Oxbow on Lake St. John near Ferriday, Louisiana, on Friday, July 1, 2022, to honor all the past Lake St. John Flotilla Grand Marshals, kings, queens, and their families and friends. The Grand Marshal for 2022 was Kathy Cook. On July 2, the Lake St. John Flotilla got underway with the traditional Blessing of the Fleet as the large procession of decorated boats began it caravan around the lake passing by judges stationed at various piers to determine the best-decorated boat. The day’s events also included a contest for the best pier decorations and an at-dusk fireworks display that ended the holiday’s celebration. The winner of the best theme-decorated boat was Top Gun.3

Lake St. John Flotilla Grand Marshal and Lake St. John Flotilla Celebration In celebration of the Fourth of July, a Grand Marshal Party was held at The Oxbow on Lake St. John near Ferriday, Louisiana, on Friday, July 1, 2022, to honor all the past Lake St. John Flotilla Grand Marshals, kings, queens, and their families and friends. The Grand Marshal for 2022 was Kathy Cook. On July 2, the Lake St. John Flotilla got underway with the traditional Blessing of the Fleet as the large procession of decorated boats began it caravan around the lake passing by judges stationed at various piers to determine the best-decorated boat. The day’s events also included a contest for the best pier decorations and an at-dusk fireworks display that ended the holiday’s celebration. The winner of the best theme-decorated boat was Top Gun.4

Lake St. John Flotilla Grand Marshal and Lake St. John Flotilla Celebration In celebration of the Fourth of July, a Grand Marshal Party was held at The Oxbow on Lake St. John near Ferriday, Louisiana, on Friday, July 1, 2022, to honor all the past Lake St. John Flotilla Grand Marshals, kings, queens, and their families and friends. The Grand Marshal for 2022 was Kathy Cook. On July 2, the Lake St. John Flotilla got underway with the traditional Blessing of the Fleet as the large procession of decorated boats began it caravan around the lake passing by judges stationed at various piers to determine the best-decorated boat. The day’s events also included a contest for the best pier decorations and an at-dusk fireworks display that ended the holiday’s celebration. The winner of the best theme-decorated boat was Top Gun.5

Lake St. John Flotilla Grand Marshal and Lake St. John Flotilla Celebration In celebration of the Fourth of July, a Grand Marshal Party was held at The Oxbow on Lake St. John near Ferriday, Louisiana, on Friday, July 1, 2022, to honor all the past Lake St. John Flotilla Grand Marshals, kings, queens, and their families and friends. The Grand Marshal for 2022 was Kathy Cook. On July 2, the Lake St. John Flotilla got underway with the traditional Blessing of the Fleet as the large procession of decorated boats began it caravan around the lake passing by judges stationed at various piers to determine the best-decorated boat. The day’s events also included a contest for the best pier decorations and an at-dusk fireworks display that ended the holiday’s celebration. The winner of the best theme-decorated boat was Top Gun.6

Lake St. John Flotilla Grand Marshal and Lake St. John Flotilla Celebration In celebration of the Fourth of July, a Grand Marshal Party was held at The Oxbow on Lake St. John near Ferriday, Louisiana, on Friday, July 1, 2022, to honor all the past Lake St. John Flotilla Grand Marshals, kings, queens, and their families and friends. The Grand Marshal for 2022 was Kathy Cook. On July 2, the Lake St. John Flotilla got underway with the traditional Blessing of the Fleet as the large procession of decorated boats began it caravan around the lake passing by judges stationed at various piers to determine the best-decorated boat. The day’s events also included a contest for the best pier decorations and an at-dusk fireworks display that ended the holiday’s celebration. The winner of the best theme-decorated boat was Top Gun.7

Lake St. John Flotilla Grand Marshal and Lake St. John Flotilla Celebration In celebration of the Fourth of July, a Grand Marshal Party was held at The Oxbow on Lake St. John near Ferriday, Louisiana, on Friday, July 1, 2022, to honor all the past Lake St. John Flotilla Grand Marshals, kings, queens, and their families and friends. The Grand Marshal for 2022 was Kathy Cook. On July 2, the Lake St. John Flotilla got underway with the traditional Blessing of the Fleet as the large procession of decorated boats began it caravan around the lake passing by judges stationed at various piers to determine the best-decorated boat. The day’s events also included a contest for the best pier decorations and an at-dusk fireworks display that ended the holiday’s celebration. The winner of the best theme-decorated boat was Top Gun.8

Lake St. John Flotilla Grand Marshal and Lake St. John Flotilla Celebration In celebration of the Fourth of July, a Grand Marshal Party was held at The Oxbow on Lake St. John near Ferriday, Louisiana, on Friday, July 1, 2022, to honor all the past Lake St. John Flotilla Grand Marshals, kings, queens, and their families and friends. The Grand Marshal for 2022 was Kathy Cook. On July 2, the Lake St. John Flotilla got underway with the traditional Blessing of the Fleet as the large procession of decorated boats began it caravan around the lake passing by judges stationed at various piers to determine the best-decorated boat. The day’s events also included a contest for the best pier decorations and an at-dusk fireworks display that ended the holiday’s celebration. The winner of the best theme-decorated boat was Top Gun.9

Lake St. John Flotilla Grand Marshal and Lake St. John Flotilla Celebration In celebration of the Fourth of July, a Grand Marshal Party was held at The Oxbow on Lake St. John near Ferriday, Louisiana, on Friday, July 1, 2022, to honor all the past Lake St. John Flotilla Grand Marshals, kings, queens, and their families and friends. The Grand Marshal for 2022 was Kathy Cook. On July 2, the Lake St. John Flotilla got underway with the traditional Blessing of the Fleet as the large procession of decorated boats began it caravan around the lake passing by judges stationed at various piers to determine the best-decorated boat. The day’s events also included a contest for the best pier decorations and an at-dusk fireworks display that ended the holiday’s celebration. The winner of the best theme-decorated boat was Top Gun.10

Lake St. John Flotilla Grand Marshal and Lake St. John Flotilla Celebration In celebration of the Fourth of July, a Grand Marshal Party was held at The Oxbow on Lake St. John near Ferriday, Louisiana, on Friday, July 1, 2022, to honor all the past Lake St. John Flotilla Grand Marshals, kings, queens, and their families and friends. The Grand Marshal for 2022 was Kathy Cook. On July 2, the Lake St. John Flotilla got underway with the traditional Blessing of the Fleet as the large procession of decorated boats began it caravan around the lake passing by judges stationed at various piers to determine the best-decorated boat. The day’s events also included a contest for the best pier decorations and an at-dusk fireworks display that ended the holiday’s celebration. The winner of the best theme-decorated boat was Top Gun.11

Lake St. John Flotilla Grand Marshal and Lake St. John Flotilla Celebration In celebration of the Fourth of July, a Grand Marshal Party was held at The Oxbow on Lake St. John near Ferriday, Louisiana, on Friday, July 1, 2022, to honor all the past Lake St. John Flotilla Grand Marshals, kings, queens, and their families and friends. The Grand Marshal for 2022 was Kathy Cook. On July 2, the Lake St. John Flotilla got underway with the traditional Blessing of the Fleet as the large procession of decorated boats began it caravan around the lake passing by judges stationed at various piers to determine the best-decorated boat. The day’s events also included a contest for the best pier decorations and an at-dusk fireworks display that ended the holiday’s celebration. The winner of the best theme-decorated boat was Top Gun.12

Lake St. John Flotilla Grand Marshal and Lake St. John Flotilla Celebration In celebration of the Fourth of July, a Grand Marshal Party was held at The Oxbow on Lake St. John near Ferriday, Louisiana, on Friday, July 1, 2022, to honor all the past Lake St. John Flotilla Grand Marshals, kings, queens, and their families and friends. The Grand Marshal for 2022 was Kathy Cook. On July 2, the Lake St. John Flotilla got underway with the traditional Blessing of the Fleet as the large procession of decorated boats began it caravan around the lake passing by judges stationed at various piers to determine the best-decorated boat. The day’s events also included a contest for the best pier decorations and an at-dusk fireworks display that ended the holiday’s celebration. The winner of the best theme-decorated boat was Top Gun.13

Lake St. John Flotilla Grand Marshal and Lake St. John Flotilla Celebration In celebration of the Fourth of July, a Grand Marshal Party was held at The Oxbow on Lake St. John near Ferriday, Louisiana, on Friday, July 1, 2022, to honor all the past Lake St. John Flotilla Grand Marshals, kings, queens, and their families and friends. The Grand Marshal for 2022 was Kathy Cook. On July 2, the Lake St. John Flotilla got underway with the traditional Blessing of the Fleet as the large procession of decorated boats began it caravan around the lake passing by judges stationed at various piers to determine the best-decorated boat. The day’s events also included a contest for the best pier decorations and an at-dusk fireworks display that ended the holiday’s celebration. The winner of the best theme-decorated boat was Top Gun.14

Lake St. John Flotilla Grand Marshal and Lake St. John Flotilla Celebration In celebration of the Fourth of July, a Grand Marshal Party was held at The Oxbow on Lake St. John near Ferriday, Louisiana, on Friday, July 1, 2022, to honor all the past Lake St. John Flotilla Grand Marshals, kings, queens, and their families and friends. The Grand Marshal for 2022 was Kathy Cook. On July 2, the Lake St. John Flotilla got underway with the traditional Blessing of the Fleet as the large procession of decorated boats began it caravan around the lake passing by judges stationed at various piers to determine the best-decorated boat. The day’s events also included a contest for the best pier decorations and an at-dusk fireworks display that ended the holiday’s celebration. The winner of the best theme-decorated boat was Top Gun.15

Lake St. John Flotilla Grand Marshal and Lake St. John Flotilla Celebration In celebration of the Fourth of July, a Grand Marshal Party was held at The Oxbow on Lake St. John near Ferriday, Louisiana, on Friday, July 1, 2022, to honor all the past Lake St. John Flotilla Grand Marshals, kings, queens, and their families and friends. The Grand Marshal for 2022 was Kathy Cook. On July 2, the Lake St. John Flotilla got underway with the traditional Blessing of the Fleet as the large procession of decorated boats began it caravan around the lake passing by judges stationed at various piers to determine the best-decorated boat. The day’s events also included a contest for the best pier decorations and an at-dusk fireworks display that ended the holiday’s celebration. The winner of the best theme-decorated boat was Top Gun.16

Lake St. John Flotilla Grand Marshal and Lake St. John Flotilla Celebration In celebration of the Fourth of July, a Grand Marshal Party was held at The Oxbow on Lake St. John near Ferriday, Louisiana, on Friday, July 1, 2022, to honor all the past Lake St. John Flotilla Grand Marshals, kings, queens, and their families and friends. The Grand Marshal for 2022 was Kathy Cook. On July 2, the Lake St. John Flotilla got underway with the traditional Blessing of the Fleet as the large procession of decorated boats began it caravan around the lake passing by judges stationed at various piers to determine the best-decorated boat. The day’s events also included a contest for the best pier decorations and an at-dusk fireworks display that ended the holiday’s celebration. The winner of the best theme-decorated boat was Top Gun.17

Lake St. John Flotilla Grand Marshal and Lake St. John Flotilla Celebration In celebration of the Fourth of July, a Grand Marshal Party was held at The Oxbow on Lake St. John near Ferriday, Louisiana, on Friday, July 1, 2022, to honor all the past Lake St. John Flotilla Grand Marshals, kings, queens, and their families and friends. The Grand Marshal for 2022 was Kathy Cook. On July 2, the Lake St. John Flotilla got underway with the traditional Blessing of the Fleet as the large procession of decorated boats began it caravan around the lake passing by judges stationed at various piers to determine the best-decorated boat. The day’s events also included a contest for the best pier decorations and an at-dusk fireworks display that ended the holiday’s celebration. The winner of the best theme-decorated boat was Top Gun.18

Lake St. John Flotilla Grand Marshal and Lake St. John Flotilla Celebration In celebration of the Fourth of July, a Grand Marshal Party was held at The Oxbow on Lake St. John near Ferriday, Louisiana, on Friday, July 1, 2022, to honor all the past Lake St. John Flotilla Grand Marshals, kings, queens, and their families and friends. The Grand Marshal for 2022 was Kathy Cook. On July 2, the Lake St. John Flotilla got underway with the traditional Blessing of the Fleet as the large procession of decorated boats began it caravan around the lake passing by judges stationed at various piers to determine the best-decorated boat. The day’s events also included a contest for the best pier decorations and an at-dusk fireworks display that ended the holiday’s celebration. The winner of the best theme-decorated boat was Top Gun.19

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Whitworth College Reunion On July 16, 2022, the alumni of Whitworth College met on its former campus, currently the home of the Mississippi School of the Arts, in Brookhaven, MIssissippi, at 10:00 A.M. for the sixth annual reunion. Held in the Mary Jane Lampton Auditorium, the event was hosted by Whitworth alumni Willie Harrell and Brianna Moore-Christa, author of Theatre of War, the early history of Brookhaven and Whitworth College.

Whitworth College Reunion On July 16, 2022, the alumni of Whitworth College met on its former campus, currently the home of the Mississippi School of the Arts, in Brookhaven, MIssissippi, at 10:00 A.M. for the sixth annual reunion. Held in the Mary Jane Lampton Auditorium, the event was hosted by Whitworth alumni Willie Harrell and Brianna Moore-Christa, author of Theatre of War, the early history of Brookhaven and Whitworth College.2

Whitworth College Reunion On July 16, 2022, the alumni of Whitworth College met on its former campus, currently the home of the Mississippi School of the Arts, in Brookhaven, MIssissippi, at 10:00 A.M. for the sixth annual reunion. Held in the Mary Jane Lampton Auditorium, the event was hosted by Whitworth alumni Willie Harrell and Brianna Moore-Christa, author of Theatre of War, the early history of Brookhaven and Whitworth College.3

Whitworth College Reunion On July 16, 2022, the alumni of Whitworth College met on its former campus, currently the home of the Mississippi School of the Arts, in Brookhaven, MIssissippi, at 10:00 A.M. for the sixth annual reunion. Held in the Mary Jane Lampton Auditorium, the event was hosted by Whitworth alumni Willie Harrell and Brianna Moore-Christa, author of Theatre of War, the early history of Brookhaven and Whitworth College.4

Whitworth College Reunion On July 16, 2022, the alumni of Whitworth College met on its former campus, currently the home of the Mississippi School of the Arts, in Brookhaven, MIssissippi, at 10:00 A.M. for the sixth annual reunion. Held in the Mary Jane Lampton Auditorium, the event was hosted by Whitworth alumni Willie Harrell and Brianna Moore-Christa, author of Theatre of War, the early history of Brookhaven and Whitworth College.5

Whitworth College Reunion On July 16, 2022, the alumni of Whitworth College met on its former campus, currently the home of the Mississippi School of the Arts, in Brookhaven, MIssissippi, at 10:00 A.M. for the sixth annual reunion. Held in the Mary Jane Lampton Auditorium, the event was hosted by Whitworth alumni Willie Harrell and Brianna Moore-Christa, author of Theatre of War, the early history of Brookhaven and Whitworth College.6

Whitworth College Reunion On July 16, 2022, the alumni of Whitworth College met on its former campus, currently the home of the Mississippi School of the Arts, in Brookhaven, MIssissippi, at 10:00 A.M. for the sixth annual reunion. Held in the Mary Jane Lampton Auditorium, the event was hosted by Whitworth alumni Willie Harrell and Brianna Moore-Christa, author of Theatre of War, the early history of Brookhaven and Whitworth College.7

Whitworth College Reunion On July 16, 2022, the alumni of Whitworth College met on its former campus, currently the home of the Mississippi School of the Arts, in Brookhaven, MIssissippi, at 10:00 A.M. for the sixth annual reunion. Held in the Mary Jane Lampton Auditorium, the event was hosted by Whitworth alumni Willie Harrell and Brianna Moore-Christa, author of Theatre of War, the early history of Brookhaven and Whitworth College.8

Whitworth College Reunion On July 16, 2022, the alumni of Whitworth College met on its former campus, currently the home of the Mississippi School of the Arts, in Brookhaven, MIssissippi, at 10:00 A.M. for the sixth annual reunion. Held in the Mary Jane Lampton Auditorium, the event was hosted by Whitworth alumni Willie Harrell and Brianna Moore-Christa, author of Theatre of War, the early history of Brookhaven and Whitworth College.9

Whitworth College Reunion On July 16, 2022, the alumni of Whitworth College met on its former campus, currently the home of the Mississippi School of the Arts, in Brookhaven, MIssissippi, at 10:00 A.M. for the sixth annual reunion. Held in the Mary Jane Lampton Auditorium, the event was hosted by Whitworth alumni Willie Harrell and Brianna Moore-Christa, author of Theatre of War, the early history of Brookhaven and Whitworth College.10

Whitworth College Reunion On July 16, 2022, the alumni of Whitworth College met on its former campus, currently the home of the Mississippi School of the Arts, in Brookhaven, MIssissippi, at 10:00 A.M. for the sixth annual reunion. Held in the Mary Jane Lampton Auditorium, the event was hosted by Whitworth alumni Willie Harrell and Brianna Moore-Christa, author of Theatre of War, the early history of Brookhaven and Whitworth College.11

Whitworth College Reunion On July 16, 2022, the alumni of Whitworth College met on its former campus, currently the home of the Mississippi School of the Arts, in Brookhaven, MIssissippi, at 10:00 A.M. for the sixth annual reunion. Held in the Mary Jane Lampton Auditorium, the event was hosted by Whitworth alumni Willie Harrell and Brianna Moore-Christa, author of Theatre of War, the early history of Brookhaven and Whitworth College.12

Whitworth College Reunion On July 16, 2022, the alumni of Whitworth College met on its former campus, currently the home of the Mississippi School of the Arts, in Brookhaven, MIssissippi, at 10:00 A.M. for the sixth annual reunion. Held in the Mary Jane Lampton Auditorium, the event was hosted by Whitworth alumni Willie Harrell and Brianna Moore-Christa, author of Theatre of War, the early history of Brookhaven and Whitworth College.13

Whitworth College Reunion On July 16, 2022, the alumni of Whitworth College met on its former campus, currently the home of the Mississippi School of the Arts, in Brookhaven, MIssissippi, at 10:00 A.M. for the sixth annual reunion. Held in the Mary Jane Lampton Auditorium, the event was hosted by Whitworth alumni Willie Harrell and Brianna Moore-Christa, author of Theatre of War, the early history of Brookhaven and Whitworth College.14

Whitworth College Reunion On July 16, 2022, the alumni of Whitworth College met on its former campus, currently the home of the Mississippi School of the Arts, in Brookhaven, MIssissippi, at 10:00 A.M. for the sixth annual reunion. Held in the Mary Jane Lampton Auditorium, the event was hosted by Whitworth alumni Willie Harrell and Brianna Moore-Christa, author of Theatre of War, the early history of Brookhaven and Whitworth College.15

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Heuck’s Retreat First Baptist Ladies Pottery Class This past spring, Renee Cotton led a special ceramics class at Copiah-Lincoln Community College in Wesson, Mississippi, for the ladies of Heuck’s Retreat Baptist Church. Cotton inspired them to further pursue this endeavor. All enjoyed the experience immensely! Photography by Bill Perkins

Heuck’s Retreat First Baptist Ladies Pottery Class This past spring, Renee Cotton led a special ceramics class at Copiah-Lincoln Community College in Wesson, Mississippi, for the ladies of Heuck’s Retreat Baptist Church. Cotton inspired them to further pursue this endeavor. All enjoyed the experience immensely! Photography by Bill Perkins2

Heuck’s Retreat First Baptist Ladies Pottery Class This past spring, Renee Cotton led a special ceramics class at Copiah-Lincoln Community College in Wesson, Mississippi, for the ladies of Heuck’s Retreat Baptist Church. Cotton inspired them to further pursue this endeavor. All enjoyed the experience immensely! Photography by Bill Perkins3

Heuck’s Retreat First Baptist Ladies Pottery Class This past spring, Renee Cotton led a special ceramics class at Copiah-Lincoln Community College in Wesson, Mississippi, for the ladies of Heuck’s Retreat Baptist Church. Cotton inspired them to further pursue this endeavor. All enjoyed the experience immensely! Photography by Bill Perkins4

Heuck’s Retreat First Baptist Ladies Pottery Class This past spring, Renee Cotton led a special ceramics class at Copiah-Lincoln Community College in Wesson, Mississippi, for the ladies of Heuck’s Retreat Baptist Church. Cotton inspired them to further pursue this endeavor. All enjoyed the experience immensely! Photography by Bill Perkins5

Heuck’s Retreat First Baptist Ladies Pottery Class This past spring, Renee Cotton led a special ceramics class at Copiah-Lincoln Community College in Wesson, Mississippi, for the ladies of Heuck’s Retreat Baptist Church. Cotton inspired them to further pursue this endeavor. All enjoyed the experience immensely! Photography by Bill Perkins6

Heuck’s Retreat First Baptist Ladies Pottery Class This past spring, Renee Cotton led a special ceramics class at Copiah-Lincoln Community College in Wesson, Mississippi, for the ladies of Heuck’s Retreat Baptist Church. Cotton inspired them to further pursue this endeavor. All enjoyed the experience immensely! Photography by Bill Perkins7

Heuck’s Retreat First Baptist Ladies Pottery Class This past spring, Renee Cotton led a special ceramics class at Copiah-Lincoln Community College in Wesson, Mississippi, for the ladies of Heuck’s Retreat Baptist Church. Cotton inspired them to further pursue this endeavor. All enjoyed the experience immensely! Photography by Bill Perkins8

Heuck’s Retreat First Baptist Ladies Pottery Class This past spring, Renee Cotton led a special ceramics class at Copiah-Lincoln Community College in Wesson, Mississippi, for the ladies of Heuck’s Retreat Baptist Church. Cotton inspired them to further pursue this endeavor. All enjoyed the experience immensely! Photography by Bill Perkins9

Heuck’s Retreat First Baptist Ladies Pottery Class This past spring, Renee Cotton led a special ceramics class at Copiah-Lincoln Community College in Wesson, Mississippi, for the ladies of Heuck’s Retreat Baptist Church. Cotton inspired them to further pursue this endeavor. All enjoyed the experience immensely! Photography by Bill Perkins10

Heuck’s Retreat First Baptist Ladies Pottery Class This past spring, Renee Cotton led a special ceramics class at Copiah-Lincoln Community College in Wesson, Mississippi, for the ladies of Heuck’s Retreat Baptist Church. Cotton inspired them to further pursue this endeavor. All enjoyed the experience immensely! Photography by Bill Perkins11

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