Good morning Tupelo! Today is Tuesday, December 17, 2019. It is the 351st day of the year. There are only 14 days left. Winter officially starts in 2 days, Hanukkah begins in 5 days, and Christmas is just 8 days from today.
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HAPPENING TODAY
Today in Tupelo, there are several things going on!
You can find Photos with Santa at the Mall at Barnes Crossing in the Belk Wing today from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.. They close to take a break from 1-2:00 p.m., and again from 5- 6:00 p.m..
Tupelo Community Theatre is holding an additional audition for men for Puffs by Matt Cox auditions on December 17 at 6 p.m. at TCT Off Broadway 213 East Franklin Street. No advance preparation is needed but those auditioning should men be at least 21 years of age or older. Marley Maharrey will direct and production dates are February 13-15, 2020. For more information contact the director at msmaharrey@gmail.com or call the TCT office at 662-844-1935.
GumTree Museum of Art invites you to join them this evening at 5pm as Artist Alison McLean Schuchs unveils the painting of William Dexter. William was the lucky winner of a free portrait during the Guild’s Annual GumTree Gala fundraiser.
Local Events Outside of Tupelo
Outside of Tupelo, there are some other events you might like to check out:
In Fulton, check out the Trees & Treats Tour. Take a tour of Christmas Trees decorated in the theme of each participant in Fulton. Take your picture with the themed trees and make sure to get your treat too! Hours are 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m..
Also in Fulton, check out STEM Story Time at the Itawamba County Pratt Memorial Library every Tuesday at 4pm.
In Columbus, Santa will be making an appearance at McAlister’s Deli for Kids Night. They will have a lot of fun activities and free pictures with Santa!
The Corinth Theatre of Arts presents “A Christmas Carol Live” daily through December 17. All showings start at 7:30 p.m., and tickets are $10 each.
MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT
In Tupelo:
- Steele’s Dive will have Wes Sheffield at 7:00 p.m.
- Blue Canoe will have Rob Ray at 7:30 p.m.
- Old Venice Pizza Co. will have Tuesday Night Trivia at 6:00 p.m.
In Pontotoc:
- The Fiesta Grill will have Eric Stogner and Tim Floyd at 7:00 p.m.
FOOD TRUCKS
Tupelo’s Food Trucks can be found today at the following locations:
- Taquería Ferrus is on West Main beside Computer Universe.
- Local Mobile will be at at Spanish Village on Thomas Street from 11 until 1:30.
- Gypsy Roadside Mobile will be at Barnes Crossing Hyundai on North Gloster from 11:30am-2:00pm.
- Mobile Chef will be at TBA.
- Jo’s Cafe will be closed today.
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Be sure to check out our extended calendar of events as well, for upcoming happenings in the area!
Have a great day and get out there and enjoy Our Tupelo!
* We update all listings periodically as new information becomes available.
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