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Monday, June 7

5 p.m., America Reads-Mississippi Member Recruitment, at Jackson State University (1400 John R. Lynch St.), at the Sally M. Barksdale Educational Resource Center. ARM members tutor full-time during the school day, before and after school, over breaks and in the summer. Members support school and community efforts to increase parental and community support and involvement, recruit volunteers and attend monthly training to gain skills necessary to meet service obligations. Members who successfully complete 1,700 hours in one year will receive the Segal AmeriCorps Education Award worth $5,350, which can be used to attend college and/or pay off current qualified student loans. Call 601-979-1474.

Tuesday, June 8

8 a.m., MINCAP Business Seminar at Jackson Medical Mall (350 W. Woodrow Wilson Ave.). The Minority Capital Fund of Mississippi's two-hour session will be in the Community Meeting Room. Call 601-713-3322.

10 a.m., Story Time Tuesday at Jackson Zoo (2918 W. Capitol St.). Each month (March through Sept.), a local celebrity comes to the zoo on the first Tuesday of the month to read an animal story to kids. This month, Mayor Harvey Johnson will read "Tenrec's Twigs." After story time, the kids get to do a related craft project or have an animal encounter. Free with paid admission; call 601-352-2580.

1 p.m., SBA 8(a) Business Development Workshop at Regions Plaza (210 E. Capitol St.), in Suite 1000 in the SBA conference room. Learn about programs designed to enhance federal and non-federal procurement opportunities for small businesses. In addition, those present will learn of programs that provide capital, surety bonding and business counseling to small businesses. Space is limited. Free; call 601-965-4378, ext. 13, 14 or 19.

6 p.m., Mayor's Community-wide Ward 3 Meeting at Liberal Trinity Church of God in Christ (725 W. Northside Drive). Find out about job opportunities, summer youth programs, economic development, ward updates, fire safety and senior citizen programs from the mayor, Councilman Kenneth Stokes and city department heads. Call 601-960-2324.

6 p.m., JSU National Alumni Association Life-Silver-Gold Reception at Jackson Medical Mall (350 W. Woodrow Wilson Ave.), in the Community Room. Mississippi NAACP President Derrick Johnson is the guest speaker. Free; call 601-954-4662.

Wednesday, June 9

8 a.m., SafeHeart Screenings at Jackson Medical Mall (350 W. Woodrow Wilson Ave.), in the Community Room. SafeHeart Health Screens of Hattiesburg will do five ultrasound and EKG screenings that target risk for heart attack, stroke, abdominal aortic aneurysm, atrial fibrillation and peripheral arterial disease. Call to register or come early. $129, free for those who qualify; call 601-450-5483 or 866-548-3006.

Noon, "History Is Lunch" at William F. Winter Archives and History Building (200 North St.). Mississippi Department of Archives and History historian Clarence Hunter presents "Charles Hamilton Houston and the Coming of Civil Rights to Mississippi." Bring your own lunch; coffee/water provided. Free; call 601-576-6850.

Thursday, June 10

8 a.m. Statewide Nonprofit Management Conference June 10-11, at Eagle Ridge Conference Center (1500 Raymond Lake Road, Raymond). The theme is "Connecting Passion and Purpose." Learn how to maintain your organization and make it sustainable. Conference hours are 8 a.m.-1:30 p.m. June 10 and 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. June 11. The event is hosted by the Mississippi Center for Nonprofits. $139 members, $179 non-members; visit reinventingms.org.

11:30 a.m., Global Connect Luncheon at Mississippi World Trade Center (175 E. Capitol St., Suite 255). Author, lecturer and historian Bill Patrick will present "Mississippi's Gifts to the World: Music, Art, Literature and Sports." Lunch is included. $10; call 601-353-0909.

5 p.m., Habitat Metro Jackson Homeowner Application Meeting, at Jackson Medical Mall (350 W. Woodrow Wilson Ave.), in the Community Meeting Room. The three-hour meeting will give potential homeowners with low incomes an opportunity to learn more about the Habitat for Humanity program. Free; call 601-353-6060.

5:30 p.m., Life Begins at 50: Staying Vital and Vibrant, at Hinds Behavioral Health Services - Region 9 (3450 Highway 80 W.). The 90-minute mini-conference for adults only will consist of an educational lecture on healthy life strategies, a question-and-answer session, vendor and service provider resources, and a performing arts piece. Free; call 601-321-2400.

6 p.m., Precinct 2 COPS Meeting, at Jackson Police Department, Precinct 2 (711 W. Capitol St.). These monthly meetings are forums designed to help resolve community issues or problems, from crime to potholes. Call 601-960-0002.

Friday, June 11

8 a.m., SafeHeart Screenings, at Jackson Medical Mall (350 W. Woodrow Wilson Ave.), in the Community Room. SafeHeart Health Screens of Hattiesburg will do five ultrasound and EKG screenings that target risk for heart attack, stroke, abdominal aortic aneurysm, atrial fibrillation and peripheral arterial disease. No needles will be used, and no disrobing is required. Testing time is about 10 minutes. Medicaid accepted; bring Medicaid card and photo ID. Call to register or come early. $129, free for those who qualify; call 601-450-5483 or 866-548-3006.

9 a.m., Friday Forum, at Koinonia Coffee House (136 S. Adams St. Suite C). The presenter will be Patricia Ice, director of MIRA (Mississippi Immigrants Rights Alliance) Legal Project. E-mail [e-mail missing].

Saturday, June 12

8 a.m., Roll Off Dumpster Day, at various Jackson locations. The City of Jackson's Solid Waste Division is encouraging citizens of Jackson to participate by taking tree limbs, other yard debris, and household items to one of their designated locations. Residents may bring all household furniture and appliances for disposal. However, tires, chemicals and gas tanks are not accepted. Free; call 601-960-0000.

9 a.m., Celiac Disease Seminar, at Baptist Medical Center (1225 N. State St.), in the Baptist for Women Conference Center. Gastroenterologist April Ulmer, M.D., will provide information about the disease and related health problems. Registration is required. Call 601-948-6262 or 800-948-6262.

10 a.m., Top Flight Financial Seminar, at Jackson Medical Mall (350 W. Woodrow Wilson Ave.). The five-hour session will be in the Community Meeting Room. Call 601-957-5602.

1 p.m., Oral History Training, at Wells United Methodist Church (2019 Bailey Ave.). The training by USM's Center for Oral History and Cultural Heritage is part of the Mississippi Truth Project. Participants will help build an oral history archive that will be housed by the Mississippi Department of Archives and Oral History. RSVP by June 10. E-mail [e-mail missing].

Through June 15

Grant Development Program Call for Applications at Jackson Convention and Visitors Bureau (111 E. Capitol St., Suite 102). The Jackson Convention and Visitors Bureau's grant program is open to any nonprofit tourism-related entity in the city of Jackson. The application deadline is June 15. The grant period is from September 1, 2010, to August 31, 2011. Call 601-960-1891.

Through June 25

Governor's Awards for Excellence in the Arts Call for Nominations at Mississippi Arts Commission (Woolfolk Building, 501 N. West St., Suite 1101A). The awards, presented annually by the Arts Commission and the Governor's Office, recognize organizations and individuals whose work on behalf of the arts has significantly contributed to the growth and development of the cultural life of Mississippi. The winners will be announced later this year, and the awards will be presented at the annual public ceremony to be held in February 2011. The nomination form and supplementary materials must be postmarked or hand-delivered by 5 p.m. June 25. Free; call 601-359-6031.

Ongoing

Events at Baptist Medical Center (1225 N. State St.). Call 601-948-6262 or 800-948-6262.

• Women Walking Program. Walkers will meet at the information desk in the Baptist for Women lobby. Walk for 30 minutes at your own pace on Tuesdays and Thursdays, rain or shine. A fitness professional will also be on hand to help you get the most benefit from your exercise. Parking is available in the Baptist for Women parking lot. Registration is required. $10 per month.
• Cancer Rehab Classes, in the Activity Room of the Hederman Cancer Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The class helps cancer patients enhance cardiovascular strength and endurance and immune system and bone density. It helps to increase overall strength and stamina, decrease fatigue, weight loss and improve digestion. Registration is required. Free.

Farmers Market, at Jackson Roadmap to Health Equity Project's Farmers Market (2548 Livingston Road). Buy from a wide selection of fresh produce provided by participating local farmers. Market hours are 10 a.m.-6 p.m. on Tuesday and Fridays, and 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. on Saturdays. Free admission; call 601-951-9273.

Through Dec. 18

8 a.m.-2 p.m., Greater Belhaven Market, at Mississippi Farmers Market (929 High St.). Buy some fresh produce or other food or gift items. The market is open every Saturday. Free admission; call 601-506-2848 or 601-354-6573.