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It's the Weekend!

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On Saturday and Sunday, the Christmas in July Arts and Crafts Show is at 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at Mississippi Trade Mart.

Today, Saxophonist Amos Brewer performs from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at The Penguin Restaurant & Bar (1100 John R. Lynch St.). Free; call 251-5222; email [email protected]. The King of Southern Soul, Sir Charles Jones, performs as well as Ricky White and Stephanie Pickett at 8 p.m. at Masonic Temple (1072 W. John R. Lynch St.). Doors open at 7 p.m. $24; call 800-745-3000. The Arabian Dance Party with a belly-dancing performance as well as Arabian and Greek dancing with plate breaking is at 7:30 p.m. at Petra Cafe (2741 Old Canton Road). No cover, food prices vary; call 601-366-0161. Need more options? See our Best Bets.

On Saturday, Jackson Audubon Society First Saturday Bird Walk is at 8 a.m. at LeFleur's Bluff State Park (2140 Riverside Drive). An expert birder leads the walk. Bring binoculars, water, insect repellent and a snack. Call ahead if you would like to borrow a pair of binoculars. Adults must accompany children under 15. Free, $3 car entrance fee. Free; call 601-832-6788. Christmas in July Arts and Crafts Show is at 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at Mississippi Trade Mart (1200 Mississippi St.). $4, ages 12 and under free; email [email protected]. The Real Cowboy Association hosts "The Baddest Show on Dirt" at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. at Mississippi Coliseum (1207 Mississippi St.). Cupid and Noel Gourdin perform. $16; call 800-745-3000; realcowboyassociation.com. For more events, check out the JFP Events Calendar.

On Sunday, "Jackson: A Photographic History" photography exhibit showcasing the capitol city's history and development at Old Capitol Museum (100 S. State St.) closes today. Open Tuesday-Saturday from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday from 1-5 p.m. Free; call 601-576-6920. Christmas in July Arts and Crafts Show is at 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at Mississippi Trade Mart (1200 Mississippi St.). $4, ages 12 and under free; call 354-7051; email [email protected]. Wanderer, Steadfast, Hit the Ground Running, Ozona and Charlie Does Surf perform from 7 p.m.-10 p.m. at Rampage Extreme Park (931 Highway 80 W.). $7; find Rampage Extreme Park on Facebook. Also, be sure to take some time to support a local restaurant such as Bon Ami, Two Sisters Kitchen, Julep, Cool Al's, or Cerami's. If you want more dining options, see JFP Restaurant Listings and the Menu Guide.

Is something missing? To make sure your event is listed on the JFP calendars, send the information to [email protected] or [email protected], or add your event yourself. It's easy!

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