If
you’re interested in getting away and looking for something
to do in the process, why not visit historic Clarke County
in East Central, Mississippi? Here are a few special events
for 2008, which are expected to attract numerous visitors
to the area. Call the Clarke County Chamber of Commerce at
(601) 776-5701 to find out more about what this beautiful
county has to offer.
2008Calendar of Events
2008 Calendar of Events
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Apr
26
RELAY FOR LIFE
American Cancer Society fund-raiser that features entertainment
and games.
Archusa Water Park, Quitman
(1:00 p.m. 12:00 a.m.).
(601) 776-6911. |
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May
3
ENTERPRISE MAY FESTIVAL
The GFWC/MFWC Enterprise Woman's Club and the Town of Enterprise invite you to the 5th Annual May Festival, Enterprise Town Park, 500 River Road, 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Events include Pretty Paws Parade, Arts in the Park Booth, Caricature Artist Ricky Noble, Pony Rides, The Mayor's Choice Pie Contest, Food, Arts & Crafts, Vendors, Gospel Singing--something for everyone! Door prizes will be awarded every hour with a Grand Prize Give Away of a round trip for 2 on Amtrak to New Orleans. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy the Fun! Phone: 601-659-3057 |
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May
24
ENTERPRISE MEMORIAL DAY CELEBRATION
Held on the Saturday before Memorial Day.
Enterprise Cemetery. (601) 659-7075. |
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Jul
4
HERITAGE CELEBRATION
Celebrate Independence Day in the lovely historic community of DeSoto, MS. 6:00 p.m. Parade, Guest Speakers, Local talent. Exhibit of historical documents and photos pertaining to the Village of DeSoto.
Hwy 145 South of Quitman in DeSoto.
(601)776-2626. |
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Aug
30
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT
Chamber of Commerce sponsored 6th annual golf tournament. 3-man scramble. Quitman Country Club.
(601)776-5701. |
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Sep
27
CLARKE COUNTY FORESTRY & WILDLIFE FESTIVAL
A tribute to forestry, abundant wildlife and natural beauty of Clarke County. Forestry exhibits, portable sawmill, ARTS & CRAFTS, live entertainment throughout the day, lots of good food, kiddyland, heavy equipment exhibits, machinery & farm equipment, exhibits. 8:a.m. -- 5:00 p.m. Archusa Water Park, Quitman. Sponsored by the Clarke County Chamber of Commerce. 601-776-5701. |
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Oct
11
COME HOME TO STONEWALL
Fifth Annual festival sponsored by the Stonewall Historical Society. 10:00 a.m. until... Held in the Old Cotton Mill Park in Stonewall. Booth rentals for crafts, antiques, games. For information or booth rentals, call (601)659-0349. |
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Dec
6
ANTEBELLUM CHRISTMAS TOUR OF HOMES
Tour of antebellum homes, Craftsman bungalows, Greek revival and Queen Anne cottages and the Gothic Revival St. Mary's Episcopal Church in small southern towns, Enterprise and Stonewall, Mississippi. 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Sponsored by Enterprise Woman's Club and Stonewall Historical Society (601) 659-3435 or (601) 659-0349. |
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Dec
6
CHRISTMAS PARADE
Catch the Spirit of Christmas with a Christmas parade in downtown Quitman, 10:00 a.m. Sponsored by the Clarke County Chamber of Commerce (601) 776-5701. |
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Dec
13
ENTERPRISE CHRISTMAS PARADE
Christmas parade in the Town of Enterprise, MS. Phone: (601) 659-7971 |
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Dec
20
STONEWALL CHRISTMAS PARADE
Christmas parade in Downtown Stonewall, Mississippi. Phone: 601-659-3080 |
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